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        • Freya Ridings
          News

          Freya Ridings announces 2026 UK and EU tour with Belfast, Dublin, Cork and Kilkenny dates

          April 13, 2026

          Following the announcement of her forthcoming album Mother Of Pearl (out May 29th on BMG) last month, Freya Ridings has also announced a massive UK and EU tour, including shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast on […]

          Holy Holy - The Final Tour - A Celebration of Bowie
          News

          Holy Holy announce Belfast date on The Final Tour – A Celebration of Bowie

          April 13, 2026

          David Bowie’s former producer / bassist Tony Visconti and drummer Woody Woodmansey launched their Bowie project ‘The Best Of Bowie’ featuring long-time fan and friend Heaven 17’s Glenn Gregory plus the all-star Holy Holy band. […]

          Eighty Eight Miles
          News

          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • Podcast
        • 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, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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Nerina Pallot
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW: Nerina Pallot on her brilliantly diverse seventh album, ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing’

July 27, 2022 Lee Campbell

Nerina Pallot has recently released her brilliantly diverse seventh album, ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing.’ It pulls from many genres, including soul, jazz, blues and pop. XS Noize chatted with Nerina about her new […]

BLUR drummer DAVE ROWNTREE releases video for his debut single 'London Bridge'
New Music

BLUR drummer DAVE ROWNTREE shares “Making Of” video for single “London Bridge”

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Following the release of the single “London Bridge” earlier this month via Cooking Vinyl and its accompanying video which has garnered considerable attention for its mesmerizing animation, Blur drummer DAVE ROWNTREE and artists CAUBOYZ are […]

Jesus Jones
New Music

JESUS JONES announce ‘Some Of The Answers’ – a new career-spanning 15 CD box set

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

On 28 October, Demon Music Group will release a career-spanning collection of Jesus Jones on the Edsel label. Formed in London in 1988, Jesus Jones blended indie rock with the House and techno. Armed with […]

Rick Astley
New Music

RICK ASTLEY celebrates the 35th anniversary of ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Today Rick Astley celebrates the 35th anniversary of the release of “Never Gonna Give You Up”. One of the most recognizable singles of all time, “Never Gonna Give You Up”, was released on this day […]

BUSH
Gigs

BUSH announce new album ‘The Art Of Survival’ – Listen to first single ‘More Than Machines’

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

After hinting at this chapter, iconic GRAMMY® Award-nominated rock band BUSH return with their long-awaited ninth full-length album, The Art of Survival, scheduled for release on October 7, 2022, via BMG. The Art of Survival […]

Bowling For Soup
Gigs

BOWLING FOR SOUP announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Friday 2nd December

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Following their 2019 SOLD OUT Belfast show and having released ten studio albums during their most active years, they have no shortage of material to perform. Their 2002 album, Drunk Enough To Dance, remains their […]

Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band
Gigs

MICHAEL HEAD announces UK & Ireland Tour following the runaway success of Dear Scott

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Having picked up the first top ten album of his storied 40-year career as a solo artist and figurehead of The Pale Fountains, The Strands and Shack, Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band announce […]

Leo Sayer
Gigs

Leo Sayer Tour 2022: British pop legend LEO SAYER celebrates 50 years in music with extensive new autumn 2022 UK tour

July 26, 2022 XS Noize

With the world gradually emerging from a two-year hiatus, Leo Sayer will be celebrating the milestone of 50 years as a recording artist the only way he knows how – via a huge UK tour […]

Dry Cleaning
Gigs

DRY CLEANING release new single ‘Anna Calls From The Arctic’

July 26, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Dry Cleaning release a new single, ‘Anna Calls From The Arctic’, from their highly-anticipated second album, Stumpwork, out on 21 October. On ‘Anna Calls From The Arctic’, Florence Shaw narrates an off-kilter conversation with […]

Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Gigs

SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR shares video for new track ‘Hypnotized’ with Wuh Oh

July 26, 2022 XS Noize

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has shared the captivating video and dance routine for her new track Hypnotized with Glaswegian producer, composer and performer Wuh Oh, which is out now via Cooking Vinyl. Directed by long-term collaborator Sophie […]

FLOHIO
New Music

FLOHIO announces her highly anticipated debut album ‘Out Of Heart’ & shares new single ‘SPF’

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

Today, FLOHIO announces her highly anticipated debut album ‘Out Of Heart’. To coincide with this, the British-Nigerian rap iconoclast also shares “SPF”, produced by long-standing collaborator Speech, seemingly perfectly timed for this recent heatwave. Glitched-out […]

Poster Child
Album Reviews

EP REVIEW: Poster Child – Super Nova

July 25, 2022 Randall Radic

Nashville-based duo Poster Child releases their new Super Nova EP. A collection of five tracks, the EP narrates the experiences of a group of people during a single night at Chateau Disco. Poster Child collaborates […]

PALE WAVES
Gigs

PALE WAVES release the self-shot video for their recent single ‘Reasons To Live’

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

PALE WAVES have revealed the self-shot video for their recent single, REASONS TO LIVE, taken from their highly anticipated third album, UNWANTED, released on 12 August via Dirty Hit. The video is a look into […]

Archive
Gigs

ARCHIVE announce the vinyl reissue of their 1999 international breakthrough album Take My Head

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

Archive, the acclaimed south London collective, announce the reissue of their 1999 international breakthrough album Take My Head, available on vinyl for the first time since its original release. It will be released on 26 […]

Sophie Pecora
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Sophie Pecora on ‘To Save The World’ and using her platform in a positive way

July 25, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

It’s said and believed by many that music is like a form of therapy – it can help and heal in a way few other things can. Sophie Pecora is one artist who believes such […]

Lightning Seeds
Gigs

LIGHTNING SEEDS drop brand new summer track ‘Walk Another Mile’

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

After being welcomed back with open arms, Lightning Seeds continue their trajectory with the release of brand new track ‘Walk Another Mile’ – taken from their new album See You In The Stars, their first […]

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Gigs

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS ’20th anniversary’ show announced for Waterfront Hall, Belfast on Friday 21st April 2023

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, from their formation in 2002 and a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with the Darkness to opening the main […]

Lollapalooza Paris
Features

Live Music is Back at Lollapalooza Paris

July 25, 2022 Julie Blore-Bizot

It’s been a long time, been a long time, been a long lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely time. Yes, it has. The lyrics from this Led Zeppelin anthem aptly summarize how so many live music […]

No King No Crown & Broken Forest
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Broken Forest & No King No Crown – Out Into The Wild

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

A true organic breath of fresh air – Broken Forest is the music project of songwriter, singer and producer Luise London. Since she was a young child, Luise has had a great passion for nature […]

ColdWards – Whirlwind
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: ColdWards – Whirlwind

July 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Houston, Texas-based rock outfit ColdWards unveils their new music video, “Whirlwind,” an appetizer for their forthcoming album, Bloodwork, slated to drop later this summer via Wake Up! Music Rocks. Made up of drummer Paul Crosby […]

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