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          Mike Scott Takes on “Bullies” in The Waterboys’ New Single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name’

          May 7, 2026

          Following the announcement of Atlantic Rain, a three-disc set of previously unheard music from the classic Fisherman’s Blues era, The Waterboys have released new single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name,’ which is out now on Chrysalis Records.  Written […]

          ASH
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          ASH Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Seminal Debut Album 1977 and Extensive World Tour

          May 6, 2026

          Originally released in 1996, 1977 is the #1 platinum-selling debut album that launched Ash from teenage upstarts to Britpop-era icons. Three decades on, this 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the album that defined a generation with its breakneck energy, razor-sharp […]

          Placebo
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          Placebo Share Reworked ‘Lady of the Flowers’ From Forthcoming Album Placebo Re:Created

          May 1, 2026

          Today, Placebo release the newly reworked version of Lady of the Flowers, the second track to be shared from their forthcoming new album Placebo Re:Created, set for release 19th June 2026 via Elevator Lady Ltd through AWAL. Listen to Lady of the Flowers […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          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 […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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 […]

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

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

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

        • 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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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          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
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          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. […]

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        • da Googie
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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
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          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: White Lies - As I Try Not to Fall Apart
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: White Lies – As I Try Not to Fall Apart

February 15, 2022 Lee Campbell

Six albums in thirteen years is not a bad return. Despite a challenging second album that followed their smash 2009 debut, To Lose My Life, the industrious, west London threesome have built up and sustained […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Wynona Bleach - Moonsoake
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wynona Bleach – Moonsoake

February 15, 2022 Daniel Lynch

The term “long-awaited debut album” takes on a new significance when it comes to Wynona Bleach’s Moonsoake. It’s well over two years now since the band packed their entire studio into a van (weighing everything to the […]

TOM GRENNAN announces interactive virtual live gig for Friday 5th February 1
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TOM GRENNAN announces headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Thursday 18th August 2022

February 15, 2022 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter sensation Tom Grennan is pleased to announce his biggest ever Belfast show to date with a headline show at Custom House Square on Thursday 18th August 2022. Tom released his number one charting […]

MASSIVE ATTACK announce Dublin show this summer at Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Sunday 28th August 2022
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MASSIVE ATTACK announce Dublin show this summer at Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Sunday 28th August 2022

February 15, 2022 XS Noize

Massive Attack are coming back to Dublin! See Massive Attack this summer at Royal Hospital Kilmainham Sunday 28th August 2022. Tickets priced at €59.50, including booking fees, will go on general sale at 10 am […]

GEORGE COSBY celebrates Valentine’s Day by sharing ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ his first single of 2022
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GEORGE COSBY celebrates Valentine’s Day by sharing ‘Lonely Heartbeats’ his first single of 2022

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

George Cosby poetically explores the varied fortunes of romance through a widescreen lens. Applying a modern pop elegance to this everlasting emotion enamoured an expanding fanbase with his debut EP ‘We Stand Alone’. Its title […]

NATALIE IMBRUGLIA announces tour to celebrate 25 years of ‘Left Of The Middle’
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NATALIE IMBRUGLIA announces tour to celebrate 25 years of ‘Left Of The Middle’

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

NATALIE IMBRUGLIA will be marking the 25th anniversary of her landmark album ‘Left Of The Middle’ with a series of special live shows in October. A celebration of the album that made her a global […]

NINE INCH NAILS announce two UK dates at Cornwall's Eden Sessions on June 17th & 18th 1
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NINE INCH NAILS announce two UK dates at Cornwall’s Eden Sessions on June 17th & 18th

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

In what promises to be undoubtedly one of the live highlights of the year, Nine Inch Nails announce their first UK headline dates in four years. Known for their mesmerising live shows, the band will […]

WHITE LIES share ‘Blue Drift’ the latest track from their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart 1
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WHITE LIES share ‘Blue Drift’ the latest track from their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart

February 14, 2022 XS Noize

With their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart due this Friday (18th February) on PIAS, White Lies have shared new album cut, “Blue Drift” and announce a limited edition gold cassette […]

INTERVIEW: White Lies’ Charles Cave on new album 'As I Try Not To Fall Apart'
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INTERVIEW: White Lies’ Charles Cave on new album ‘As I Try Not To Fall Apart’

February 13, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #65 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with White Lies bassist and songwriter Charles Cave to discuss White Lies fantastic sixth album, ‘As I Try Not To Fall Apart’, songwriting, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Metronomy - Small World
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Metronomy – Small World

February 13, 2022 Michael Barron

A band becomes a heritage act when its classic albums are honoured with anniversary reissues. Metronomy has released two tenth anniversary LP issues: their sophomore Nights Out in 2018 and their biggest selling to date: […]

IN FOCUS// Knocked Loose @ Leeds Beckett Students' Union 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Knocked Loose @ Leeds Beckett Students’ Union

February 13, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Knocked Loose is a hardcore punk band from Kentucky, USA. Their latest EP, ‘A Tear in the Fabric of Life’ released last year, has been notably successful among hardcore metal and punk fans. In February […]

LIVE REVIEW: Palace - Brixton Academy, London 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Palace – Brixton Academy, London

February 12, 2022 Michael Barron

The rise of Palace cannot be attributed to record sales. Their latest LP Shoals entered just outside the top 50, 29 places higher than their 2019 sophomore effort Life After. Palace’s success is down to […]

Dublin-based indie pop artist CAT DOWLING releases new single ‘All That I Can Do’
New Music

Dublin-based indie pop artist CAT DOWLING releases new single ‘All That I Can Do’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Dublin-based indie-pop artist Cat Dowling has released ‘All That I Can Do’ today, Feb 11th, the fourth single to be taken from her recently released album ‘Animals’ via Forever In Financial Arrears Records (FIFA Records). […]

ANDREW CUSHIN shares video for new single ‘You Don’t Belong’ - Watch Now 2
Gigs

ANDREW CUSHIN shares video for new single ‘You Don’t Belong’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

When a 21-year-old songwriter is heralded as a major new talent by two icons of British music, it’s time to take note. Noel Gallagher has not only championed the young Geordie, but he also produced […]

NINA NESBITT explores issues of grief with new single ‘When You Lose Someone’
New Music

NINA NESBITT explores issues of grief with new single ‘When You Lose Someone’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Nina Nesbitt lines up a big year ahead as she today shares her brand new single ‘When You Lose Someone’. It comes as she prepares to work on her eagerly anticipated third album, which will […]

Music photographer Dean Chalkley announces multi-media art project New Perspectives with the release of the video for Phono 48’s ‘So Pure’
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Music photographer Dean Chalkley announces multi-media art project New Perspectives with the release of the video for Phono 48’s ‘So Pure’

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Released 18th February the single will be one element of the New Perspectives’ project augmented by a photo exhibition at the Museum Of Youth Culture, a short film and a one-off journal written by music […]

SKUNK ANANSIE unveil brand-new animated video for 'Piggy' & announce new EU dates & full support acts
Gigs

SKUNK ANANSIE unveil brand-new animated video for ‘Piggy’ & announce new EU dates & full support acts

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

British rock icons Skunk Anansie have delighted fans across the world with their brand-new single ‘Piggy’. A punk-rock blast of distorted riffs, snarling vocals and powerhouse rhythms, topped off with Skin’s establishment-baiting lyrics taking aim […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Lady Wray - Piece of Me
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Lady Wray – Piece of Me

February 11, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Recently released third album from the Virginia […]

SUNDARA KARMA release new single 'Oblivion!' & announce forthcoming EP 1
New Music

SUNDARA KARMA release new single ‘Oblivion!’ & announce forthcoming EP

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Sundara Karma have announced details of their forthcoming new EP entitled Oblivion!, produced by Clarence Clarity (Charli XCX, Rina Sawayama) and set for release on April 1 via Chess Club Records.  Alongside the announcement, the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ruby Tingle - Flood
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ruby Tingle – Flood

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Audiovisual artist and performer Ruby Tingle is set to release her first solo EP ‘Lagoons’ on 25th Feb via No Such Thing Records, in conjunction with her public gallery exhibition at Warrington Museum and Art […]

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