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        • Mae Stephens
          News

          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
          News

          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

          Enter Shikari
          News

          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

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          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
        • 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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BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH releases new video for his Christmas song ‘Tinsel In The River’
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BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH releases new video for his Christmas song ‘Tinsel In The River’

December 15, 2021 XS Noize

Benjamin Francis Leftwich has today released the official video for his Christmas song entitled ‘Tinsel In The River’. Starring Benjamin himself, the video was directed by Oliver James Robbins and is available to watch below. […]

JOHN DOHERTY announces a headline show at The Deers Head, Belfast on Friday 15th April 2022
Gigs

JOHN DOHERTY announces a headline show at The Deers Head, Belfast on Friday 15th April 2022

December 15, 2021 XS Noize

After fronting Little Hours since 2014, Donegal-born lead-singer John Doherty steps out under his own name for the first time. Little Hours enjoyed success in Europe, the UK and at home in Ireland with a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Miranda Joan – Windborne
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Miranda Joan – Windborne

December 15, 2021 Randall Radic

Canadian electro-pop/neo-soul singer-songwriter Miranda Joan just dropped her brand-new album, Windborne. Miranda explains, “Windborne means to be carried by the wind. In the process of making this record, I found myself carried to many corners […]

DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL unveil video for new single 'Here’s To Moving On' 1
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DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL unveil video for new single ‘Here’s To Moving On’

December 15, 2021 XS Noize

Dashboard Confessional has unveiled the official music video for their inspiring new single, “Here’s To Moving On.” The touching new video is out now – Watch below. “It’s been one hell of a year for […]

GILMORE TRAIL return with brand new album ‘Impermanence’ - their first album in over six years
Gigs

GILMORE TRAIL return with brand new album ‘Impermanence’ – their first album in over six years

December 15, 2021 XS Noize

Breaking the six-year silence – GILMORE TRAIL – are pleased to confirm their return to music with a brand new album. ‘Impermanence’, the long-awaited follow up to 2015’s ‘The Floating World’, will be released via […]

IN FOCUS// The Darkness at Rock City, Nottingham, England 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Darkness at Rock City, Nottingham, England

December 15, 2021 Alina Salihbekova

The Darkness is one of the funniest UK bands. Their gigs are known for being fun, positive and filled with high-class rock’n’roll. This year they released their new album named “Motorheart”, filled with rock music […]

How Music Helps Students Beat Stress or Anxiety While Studying 1
Features

How Music Helps Students Beat Stress or Anxiety While Studying

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Students all over the world have many things in common, stress and anxiety are two of them. When not properly handled, stress, as well as anxiety, can negatively affect a student’s performance when studying. In […]

How Music Helps Students Explore Culture, Arts, and Education 1
Features

How Music Helps Students Explore Culture, Arts, and Education

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Music can be fun, relaxing, and a great way to socialize, irrespective of your age. Students today might agree with this. But, in fact, as a student, you might be interested to know that there […]

10 Tips How to Write a Music Essay 1
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10 Tips How to Write a Music Essay

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Essay writing can be challenging for some, especially when it comes to music essays, as it is unclear to a lot of students how to go about writing them. However, with the right tips and […]

South London collective ARCHIVE announce new documentary - ‘Super8: A Call To Arms & Angels’
Gigs

South London collective ARCHIVE announce new documentary – ‘Super8: A Call To Arms & Angels’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed South London collective Archive announces, ‘Super8: A Call To Arms & Angels’ – a documentary charting the writing and recording of the band’s 12th studio album to be streamed worldwide on Moment House. Shot […]

FerrariLover shares video for new single 'Barely Black' - Watch Now
New Music

FerrariLover shares video for new single ‘Barely Black’ – Watch Now

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Post-punk revival, darkwave, dream pop/ethereal, minimal wave and alternative fans take notice. FerrariLover® releases sultry gothic lovelorn anthem “Barely Black” (a darkwave fairy tale) on Friday, 26 November (fittingly “Black Friday” in the U.S.). Nico […]

BIG THIEF reveal two new singles 'No Reason' & 'Spud Infinity'
Gigs

BIG THIEF reveal two new singles ‘No Reason’ & ‘Spud Infinity’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Big Thief‘s new album, Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, is out on 11th February 2022. So far, they’ve released a string of songs that put their inimitable chemistry on display, several of […]

IDLES release video for 'When The Lights Come On'
Gigs

IDLES release video for ‘When The Lights Come On’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Last month saw IDLES release their brand new album CRAWLER – their fourth in as many years and the follow-up to their first No. 1, 2019’s Ultra Mono. Met with widespread acclaim, the album was […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse - Battle
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse – Battle

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Battle is the new single from Ian Prowse. Out now via Kitchen Disco Records, the single received its first national BBC 6 play this week on the Early Breakfast Show. DJ Chris Hawkins described the track […]

TEXAS drop the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’
Gigs

TEXAS drop the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Texas have today dropped the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’ – featuring Sharleen Spiteri’s daughter Misty, playing a young version of her Mum. The track is taken from their #3 charting album ‘Hi’. […]

DURAN DURAN announce first official NFT collaboration with A.I. artist, Huxley
New Music

DURAN DURAN announce first official NFT collaboration with A.I. artist, Huxley

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum, award-winning British music icons, Duran Duran, announced the launch of their latest endeavour: 100 unique NFTs, created by an Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) named Huxley, with whom the band collaborated on the music video […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Will Whisson - When The Love Dies Down
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Will Whisson – When The Love Dies Down

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Following on from the release of his debut album ‘Out of The Woods’ in 2019 – Will Whisson has been busy writing and recording his much-anticipated sophomore record throughout the pandemic. The new album entitled […]

INTERVIEW: Rob Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show
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INTERVIEW: Rob Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show

December 13, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #60 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Robert Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show to talk about their new album ‘STILL LIFE’. The Slow Show will release […]

DIRTY PRETTY THINGS celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album at the Electric Ballroom in Camden on Thursday 24th March
Gigs

DIRTY PRETTY THINGS celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album at the Electric Ballroom in Camden on Thursday 24th March

December 13, 2021 XS Noize

After a 15-year absence Carl Barât, Anthony Rossomando and Gary Powell, aka Dirty Pretty Things, are dusting off their instruments to celebrate the 15th anniversary (a Covid year late) of their debut album ‘Waterloo To […]

INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV

December 13, 2021 Randall Radic

Finnish producer Rony Rex recently released his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV, a collection of four tracks ranging from the unflinching “Dead of Night” with Luke Markinson to the melodic “All 4 U,” featuring ZenSoFly. […]

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