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        • Modest Mouse
          News

          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          Beck
          News

          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
          News

          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

        • Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

          K-Pop has reached an international audience. This year, BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop band to headline a major UK festival at Hyde Park. The media’s coverage of BTS member’s enlistment into compulsory military […]

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

          August 29, 2023

          How does one become qualified to write a fictional music novel? The author of Sophomore Songs offers some clues. Growing up reading NME, doing a stint at Clash, drumming for several bands on and off, and […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
          Album Reviews

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

        • Live Reviews

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

        • In Focus

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

  • Gigs
        • December 10
          Gigs

          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

          April 2, 2026

          Britain’s brand-new boyband December 10 today announce December 10: The Next Step– kicking off in Edinburgh on Friday 10 July and wrapping in Dublin on Tuesday 21 July. “We loved our Introducing! run of shows […]

          White Denim
          Gigs

          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Formed in 2006, for approaching 20 years White Denim has been celebrated for their fearless blend of garage rock, soul, jazz fusion, psychedelia, and experimental improvisation. Based for much of that time in Austin, though […]

          Tom Jones
          Gigs

          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Legendary Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones has announced a return to Ireland with a headline show within the idyllic grounds of Palmerstown House Estate, just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre on Sunday 09th […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Col Gerrard on his self-titled debut, touring with Boyzlife and what comes next

          April 20, 2026

          London-born singer-songwriter Col Gerrard has loved music from an early age, and that passion shines throughout his self-titled debut album. Drawing on a range of influences, the record takes listeners on an emotional journey, with […]

          Ganser
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

          April 12, 2026

          Chicago’s underground has always thrived in the margins, and few bands embody that restless, art-driven spirit quite like Ganser. Formed in the city’s DIY circuit, the group have carved out a reputation for wiry, confrontational […]

          Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

  • Podcast
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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Tom Chaplin
Gigs

Keane’s TOM CHAPLIN reveals video for new single ‘Gravitational’

August 17, 2022 XS Noize

Following the announcement of his forthcoming new album, Midpoint, Tom Chaplin has released the second song from the record ‘Gravitational’. Midpoint comes out on September 2nd on BMG. An infectious indie-pop banger produced by Ethan […]

DMA’S
Gigs

DMA’s share new single ‘I Don’t Need To Hide’ & announce UK October live shows

August 17, 2022 XS Noize

DMA’S are today sharing a brand-new single, ‘I Don’t Need To Hide’, along with a captivating video directed by Lucy Knox. DMA’S new material arrives as their first since last year’s celebrated EP I Love […]

Black Star Riders
Gigs

BLACK STAR RIDERS announce new album ‘Wrong Side Of Paradise & 10th anniversary tour

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

Masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders are proud to announce that their new album, entitled “Wrong Side Of Paradise”, will be released by Earache Records worldwide on Friday, January 20th 2023. The […]

No Devotion
News

NO DEVOTION share the video for new single ‘Repeaters’ from their upcoming album ‘No Oblivion’

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

It’s been seven years since No Devotion––featuring vocalist Geoff Rickly (vocalist of Thursday), bassist Stuart Richardson, and guitarist Lee Gaze––released their outstanding Kerrang Album Of The Year-winning debut, Permanence. Following a string of extremely unfortunate […]

Reef
New Music

REEF announce 25th anniversary vinyl reissue of their 1997 number one album, ‘Glow’

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

Reef have announced the 25th-anniversary vinyl reissue of their 1997 number one album, Glow, out on November 25th via Hassle Hindsight. Featuring the mega-hit ‘Place Your Hands’, the album was recorded in Abbey Road, Real […]

Conan – Evidence of Immortality
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Conan – Evidence of Immortality

August 16, 2022 Randall Radic

Heavyweight doom metal outfit Conan releases their fifth studio album, Evidence of Immortality, via Napalm Records. Produced by Chris Fielding and mastered by James Plotkin, listeners should gird up their loins and prepare to be […]

INTERVIEW: Crispian Mills from Kula Shaker on new album '1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs' 1
Gigs

KULA SHAKER announce one-off show at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

On December 8th 2022, Kula Shaker will play a one-off show at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire. The gig follows a successful year of touring in Europe and Japan, including a sell-out summer UK tour and […]

The Native
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Plymouth-based indie band THE NATIVE discuss their new EP ‘Looking Back’

August 16, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

The Plymouth-based indie band The Native are rising stars in the indie sphere with healthy airplay on British radio, spots on some of the UK’s biggest festivals and supporting slots for big names. The band’s […]

INXS
New Music

INXS Celebrate 45 Years With World ‘INXS Day’

August 16, 2022 XS Noize

Forty-five years ago, on the 16th of August 1977, The Farriss Brothers, a band that would soon be renamed INXS, played their debut gig at a house party in Whale Beach, Sydney. Since that day, […]

The Chats
Gigs

THE CHATS announce biggest UK/EU tour to date for 2023

August 15, 2022 XS Noize

This Friday, The Chats’ rip-roaring, epic second album, unapologetically titled, GET FUCKED will be released on their own label, Bargain Bin Records, so today, the band have released the final track, titled Out On The […]

paolo nutini
Gigs

PAOLO NUTINI returns next year to play his largest ever Belfast show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 17th 2023

August 15, 2022 XS Noize

Following a SOLD-OUT Custom House Square show in 2022, Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini returns next year to play his largest ever Belfast show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 17th 2023. Paolo Nutini released […]

Flynn
New Music

Irish singer songwriter FLYNN shares his new single ‘Regrets’

August 15, 2022 XS Noize

Flynn made a phenomenal impact in the opening chapter of his career as he laid the foundations for his status as a future pop star. The Irish singer and songwriter first reached a global audience […]

Kayla Grace
New Music

KAYLA GRACE shares video for new single ‘Nobody Loves Me’

August 15, 2022 XS Noize

Praised by BBC Introducing and Clash, Watford-born Kayla Grace’s introductory track ‘Bird In A Cage’ positioned the 21-year-old as an artist and songwriter of immense potential. Now it’s time for Kayla to make a bigger […]

ALMA
New Music

ALMA shares the video for new single ‘I Forgive Me’

August 15, 2022 XS Noize

With over 650 million streams, a million+ UK sales and writing credits for some of the world’s biggest artists (Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey, Charli XCX, Tove Lo), Finland’s ALMA is well established […]

Lauran Hibberd - Garageband Superstar
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Lauran Hibberd – Garageband Superstar

August 15, 2022 Lori Gava

Lauran HibberdGarageband Superstar is the much-anticipated debut album from Isle of Wight songstress Lauran Hibberd. Hibberd had her first breakthrough in 2018 with her slacker pop track, “Call Shotgun”. Numerous singles and two EPs followed, […]

The 1975
Gigs

The 1975 announce Reading & Leeds 2022 headline slot

August 12, 2022 XS Noize

The 1975 today announce they are set to headline Reading & Leeds 2022 at the end of August. With the band set to make their highly anticipated live return headlining Japan’s biggest rock festival, Summer […]

REEF
Gigs

REEF announce UK headline tour this Autumn

August 12, 2022 XS Noize

Following their recent shows with both the Rolling Stones and Bryan Adams, West Country rockers REEF have announced a brand new string of UK headline shows for later this year. Having received huge critical acclaim […]

Johnny Hunter
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Johnny Hunter on new album ‘Want’ & artistic influences

August 12, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Johnny Hunter rose from the wreckage of political turmoil in Sydney, bringing with them musical glamour and bravado reminiscent of David Bowie and Morrissey and lyrical torment not quite heard the same way since the […]

Oasis
New Music

Big Brother Recordings release new video content ahead of the 25th anniversary of Oasis’ Iconic third album ‘Be Here Now’ on August 21st

August 12, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the original release of Oasis’ historic third album ‘Be Here Now’, Big Brother Recordings have made a brand new lyric video for ‘Stand By Me’ available, one of Oasis’ […]

Liam Gallagher
New Music

LIAM GALLAGHER shares the DJ Premier remix of ‘Diamond In The Dark’

August 12, 2022 XS Noize

Today sees Liam Gallagher launch the first ever solo remix of his career – and he called upon a top-tier talent in the shape of DJ Premier to make it happen. The legendary East Coast […]

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