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          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

          Mae Stephens
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          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
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

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          ‘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
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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 […]

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          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
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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 […]

  • 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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COLDPLAY & BTS unveil the out-of-this-world video for My Universe
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COLDPLAY announce MUSIC OF THE SPHERES world tour

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

On the eve of their new album, Music Of The Spheres, Coldplay have today announced an accompanying global stadium tour in 2022. The Music Of The Spheres World Tour begins on 18 March 2022 with […]

INTERVIEW: How DAVE HAUSE found Blood Harmony on ‘Pencils Down Friday’ 1
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – Blood Harmony

October 14, 2021 Daniel Lynch

There’s something infinitely satisfying about following an artist as they develop and grow, bringing you along with them through huge moments in their lives. It can’t be done with every artist, but with Dave Hause […]

ALBUM REVIEW: David Keenan - What Then?
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: David Keenan – What Then?

October 14, 2021 Daniel Lynch

David Keenan’s debut album, A Beginner’s Guide To Bravery landed in January of 2020. It is a phenomenal record (check our review here). Keenan’s second album, What Then?, comes on the trail of that excellent debut, a concert […]

TRACK PREMIERE: WINACHI - Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)
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TRACK PREMIERE: WINACHI – Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)’ by Winachi. The track is taken from the forthcoming WINACHI – PARASITICAL ELIMINATION E.P. A collaborative E.P. featuring remixes […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce 24 Songs - a 7” single every month in 2022
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THE WEDDING PRESENT announce 24 Songs – a 7” single every month in 2022

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

The Wedding Present does what it says on the beautiful tin. Perfect sound, perfect lyrics, perfect packaging. 24 Songs. A new project from The Wedding Present. A new 7” single every month throughout 2022. 24 […]

Due to demand DAMON ALBARN’s sold-out one-off show at the Globe Theatre be made available to fans around the world
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DAMON ALBARN shares new track ‘The Tower Of Montevideo’ – Listen Now

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

The Tower Of Montevideo is the new track from Damon Albarn, out today. Inspired by Palacio Salvo, an iconic 1920s building in Uruguay, it explores Albarn’s melancholic wonder at this part of South America, where […]

CHILD OF THE PARISH share new single ‘Forever’s Not Enough’ - Listen Now
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CHILD OF THE PARISH share new single ‘Forever’s Not Enough’ – Listen Now

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Child of The Parish’s previous single ‘Midas Touch’ was completely atypical while also having an alluring accessibility. It made for a magnetic moment that took their unpredictable songcraft to new listeners, landing airplay from Jack Saunders at Radio 1 and Anne Frankenstein at 6Music, alongside […]

PREMIERE: WARBLY JETS - Making Of 'MONSTERHOUSE' Documentary 1
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PREMIERE: WARBLY JETS – Making Of ‘MONSTERHOUSE’ Documentary

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Today, the alternative duo WARBLY JETS premiere Making Of ‘MONSTERHOUSE’. A short documentary about their forthcoming LP out November 12, 2021, exclusively with XS Noize. MONSTERHOUSE is the Los Angeles-based duo’s (Samuel Shea and Julien […]

DMA'S release new video for their track ‘Junk Truck Head Fuck’ & embark on mammoth UK tour
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DMA’S release new video for their track ‘Junk Truck Head Fuck’ & embark on mammoth UK tour

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Next week will see DMA’S embark upon the biggest UK tour from an international artist since COVID hit. The band have already sold over 60,000 tickets for the tour, which includes two of the biggest […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Charlatans - A Head Full Of Ideas
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Charlatans – A Head Full Of Ideas

October 13, 2021 Michael Barron

It’s hard to believe that this year will mark 20 years since the 2001 Sainsbury’s Christmas advert featuring Chef Jamie Oliver where he goes Christmas shopping with his Nan. Of all the people he buys […]

JOHNNY MARR announces new double album ‘Fever Dreams Pts 1-4’ due February 25th 2022 1
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JOHNNY MARR announces new double album ‘Fever Dreams Pts 1-4’ due February 25th 2022

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Johnny Marr has announced his upcoming double album release, ‘Fever Dreams Pts 1-4’. Marking his fourth solo full-length record, the 16-track double LP will be released on February 25th 2022 via BMG. ‘Fever Dreams Pts […]

SHED SEVEN announce 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album 'A Maximum High' & UK tour
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SHED SEVEN announce 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album ‘A Maximum High’ & UK tour

October 13, 2021 XS Noize

Ahead of their major UK tour later this year, acclaimed leading lights of Britpop Shed Seven have announced 25th-anniversary editions of their celebrated album A Maximum High for release on November 26th. Originally released on […]

EELS Announce new album 'Extreme Witchcraft +& 2022 Tour - Hear new song 'Good Night On Earth'
Gigs

EELS share ‘Good Night On Earth’ music video from new album ‘Extreme Witchcraft’ due January 28th

October 12, 2021 XS Noize

EELS have revealed the official music video for their new single “Good Night On Earth”, taken from their upcoming fourteenth studio album Extreme Witchcraft, due for release January 28 via PIAS and the band’s own […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Electro Pop outfit SAFETY TOWN shares 'Fade Away'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Electro Pop outfit SAFETY TOWN shares ‘Fade Away’

October 12, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Safety Town shares the video for “Fade Away,” the third single off his upcoming LP, Fake It (due 11/12 via Earth Libraries). As described by frontman Jackson Davis, “This song was inspired by the […]

The Importance of the James Bond Theme Songs 2
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The Importance of the James Bond Theme Songs

October 12, 2021 XS Noize

The James Bond theme song is one of the most important parts of each film. Find out more about why these songs are so iconic here. It is often one of the first glimpses we […]

THE BOO RADLEYS announce new album 'Keep On With Falling' - Hear first single, 'I’ve Had Enough I’m Out'
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THE BOO RADLEYS announce new album ‘Keep On With Falling’ – Hear first single, ‘I’ve Had Enough I’m Out’

October 12, 2021 XS Noize

Responding to the warm welcome that greeted news of their reformation earlier this year, The Boo Radleys announce the release of their first album of all-new music in 24 years, the 11-track Keep On With […]

THE SHERLOCKS announce UK 2022 headline tour
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THE SHERLOCKS announce UK 2022 headline tour

October 12, 2021 XS Noize

The Sherlocks have announced their UK headline tour, taking place in February and March 2022. Bolton-upon-Dearne’s The Sherlocks were certainly a slow-burn overnight sensation. Ascending swiftly from stints in working men’s clubs to rammed, buzzing […]

LIVE REVIEW: Skindred at Rock City, Nottingham 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Skindred at Rock City, Nottingham

October 11, 2021 Alina Salihbekova

The band from Wales that combines very different genres of music – from heavy metal to reggae – has visited Nottingham as a part of their ”Show Time Tour”. Skindred is one of the most […]

LIAM GALLAGHER adds headline dates at Manchester Etihad Stadium and Glasgow Hampden Park for June 2022
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER adds headline dates at Manchester Etihad Stadium and Glasgow Hampden Park for June 2022

October 11, 2021 XS Noize

We’ve come to expect big things from Liam Gallagher, but bigger plans have been revealed for 2022 that are biblical even by his colossal standards. After selling out two Knebworth Park shows within the day […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Dark Mark v Skeleton Joe (feat Mark Lanegan and Joe Cardamone)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dark Mark v Skeleton Joe (feat Mark Lanegan and Joe Cardamone)

October 11, 2021 Lee Campbell

When Mark Lanegan teamed up with Joe Cardamone of The Icarus Line to release the 12″ single ‘Skeleton Joe Manifesto’ during the summer, it was difficult to foresee it being followed by a monster 16-track […]

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