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        • Jack White
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          Jack White announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour with Belfast Telegraph Building date

          April 9, 2026

          Jack White has today announced plans for a wide-ranging 2026 headline tour. White and his band will also cross the Atlantic for a series of shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, including a night […]

          Nerina Pallot
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          Nerina Pallot announces Royal Albert Hall show and first ‘Best Of’ album

          April 9, 2026

          The BRIT and Ivor Novello nominee Nerina Pallot is in the midst of an organic resurgence. Building a powerful personal connection directly with fans led to her selling out the London Palladium in 2024 – […]

          Babyshambles
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          Babyshambles bring the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ to Belfast’s Limelight

          April 9, 2026

          After eleven long years Babyshambles returned to the stage for the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ at the end of 2025. The tour coincided with the 20th anniversary release of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down […]

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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 […]

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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
          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
        • 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, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

  • 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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SPIRITUALIZED announce 'Let It Come Down' - the final instalment of The Spaceman Reissue Program 1
New Music

SPIRITUALIZED announce ‘Let It Come Down’ – the final instalment of The Spaceman Reissue Program

September 14, 2021 XS Noize

With this week’s release of Ladies and Gentlemen We Are Floating in Space, Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records today announce the final instalment of The Spaceman Reissue Program. Let It Come Down, the band’s epic […]

THE CHARLATANS classic single ‘The Only One I Know’ is now a music box
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THE CHARLATANS classic single ‘The Only One I Know’ is now a music box

September 14, 2021 XS Noize

The classic single by The Charlatans is now a music box. Released Monday 20th September – Limited 1st Edition with Individually-Numbered Postcard. The second single by much-loved indie darlings The Charlatans, ‘The Only One I […]

ALICE COOPER & THE CULT announce double headline UK tour! 2
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ALICE COOPER & THE CULT announce double headline UK tour!

September 14, 2021 XS Noize

Two acclaimed headliners from both sides of the Atlantic will be touring UK arenas in what will be 2022’s must-see event. Rock n Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper returns to the UK alongside Rock […]

PRIMAL SCREAM announce huge ‘Screamadelica Live’ tour 1
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PRIMAL SCREAM announce huge ‘Screamadelica Live’ tour

September 14, 2021 XS Noize

July 2022 will see Primal Scream play their first headline shows since December 2019. And how better to mark their return than playing their classic ‘Screamadelica’ album in full? Completed by a selection of greatest […]

TOBY JOHNSON shares video for new single ‘California’ - Watch Now
New Music

TOBY JOHNSON shares video for new single ‘California’ – Watch Now

September 14, 2021 XS Noize

Introducing a new pop-leaning sound with his current single ‘California’ resulted in Toby Johnson hitting key playlists including New Music Friday (Spotify) and New Music Daily (Apple Music) while also gaining fresh airplay at BBC […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Ronnie Wood band - Mr Luck - A Tribute to Jimmy Reed: Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Ronnie Wood band – Mr Luck – A Tribute to Jimmy Reed: Live at the Royal Albert Hall

September 13, 2021 Daniel Lynch

“Calling all guitarists…It’s the Jimmy Reed move,” proclaims the blurb on the rear sleeve. “It’s all about those visceral chords that send a shiver down your spine.” The passage finishes with, “It’s the flavour of […]

THE CRIBS share video for ‘Swinging At Shadows’ - the first release of their ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’
Gigs

THE CRIBS share video for ‘Swinging At Shadows’ – the first release of their ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’

September 13, 2021 XS Noize

The Cribs, who released their eighth album Night Network to universal acclaim in November 2020 have today shared the video to Swinging At Shadows. The track is the first to be released as part of […]

COLDPLAY announce their much-anticipated collaboration with BTS - 'My Universe' will be released on September 24th 1
New Music

COLDPLAY announce their much-anticipated collaboration with BTS – ‘My Universe’ will be released on September 24th

September 13, 2021 XS Noize

Coldplay have today announced their much-anticipated collaboration with BTS. My Universe will be released on September 24th. The track, sung in both English and Korean, was written by Coldplay and BTS and produced by Max […]

INTERVIEW: Pete Wiggs talks about Saint Etienne's 10th studio release, 'I’ve Been Trying To Tell You' 2
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INTERVIEW: Pete Wiggs talks about Saint Etienne’s 10th studio release, ‘I’ve Been Trying To Tell You’

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #52 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Pete Wiggs from London trio Saint Etienne. Pete talks about Saint Etienne’s 10th studio release, I’ve Been Trying to Tell You […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Zack Oakley – Acid Rain
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Zack Oakley – Acid Rain

September 10, 2021 Randall Radic

San Diego-based blues-rocker Zack Oakley unveils the music video, “Acid Rain,” lifted from his debut solo album, Badlands, releasing September 17 via Kommune Records. Zack explains, “I am excited to share these songs with the […]

Post-punk legends MEMBRANES release new single 'Borders Blurred' - Listen Now
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Post-punk legends MEMBRANES release new single ‘Borders Blurred’ – Listen Now

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

In 2019, post-punk legends Membranes returned with a career-defining album, the wonderfully ambitious “What Nature Gives, Nature Takes Away”. The album’s release heralded their most successful period since reforming in 2009 around the All Tomorrow’s […]

WAR CHILD to re-release 1 Love, Hope, Help! A Day In The Life & War Child Presents Heroes for the first time 1
New Music

WAR CHILD to re-release 1 Love, Hope, Help! A Day In The Life & War Child Presents Heroes for the first time

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Four classic albums released for War Child between 2002 and 2009 featuring the likes of Muse, Stereophonics, Oasis, George Michael, Avril Lavigne, Paul McCartney, David Bowie, Coldplay, Radiohead, Gorillaz, Manic Street Preachers, Beck, Keane, Lily […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB return with anthemic new single ‘Tell No Lies’
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB return with anthemic new single ‘Tell No Lies’

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Manchester’s THE SLOW READERS CLUB, are back with their latest and most anthemic single yet, ‘Tell No Lies’; a huge synth-driven alternate anthem ready-made in time for the band’s long-anticipated – and three times rescheduled […]

Due to demand DAMON ALBARN’s sold-out one-off show at the Globe Theatre be made available to fans around the world
Gigs

Due to demand DAMON ALBARN’s sold-out one-off show at the Globe Theatre be made available to fans around the world

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Due to popular demand, live media platform Doors.Live today announced that Damon Albarn’s sold-out one-off show at the iconic Globe Theatre on the banks of London’s River Thames will now be made available to fans around the world. This very special performance […]

ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single 'Hero' - Watch Now
New Music

ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single ‘Hero’ – Watch Now

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

With numerous Top 10 chart positions across Europe, 650 million career streams, and even a victorious run as a coach on the German edition of The Voice, Alice Merton’s pop vision has a huge global-facing […]

THE WATERBOYS announce 'The Magnificent Seven: The Fisherman's Blues/Room To Roam band, 1989-1990' Deluxe box set and hardback book 1
New Music

THE WATERBOYS announce ‘The Magnificent Seven: The Fisherman’s Blues/Room To Roam band, 1989-1990’ Deluxe box set and hardback book

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Shortly after the release of their classic 1988 album Fisherman’s Blues, during a break in the sell-out world tour that followed, The Waterboys core line-up of Mike Scott (vocals, guitars, piano), Steve Wickham (fiddle/mandolin/organ), Anto […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Glasgow legend Ewan MacFarlane's euphoric 'Underneath Your Spell'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Glasgow legend Ewan MacFarlane’s euphoric ‘Underneath Your Spell’

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Today Scottish artist Ewan MacFarlane releases one of the best new songs we’ve heard in a long while, ‘Underneath Your Spell’. The track is MacFarlane’s second solo single from his debut solo album ‘Always Everlong’, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne - I've Been Trying To Tell You 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne – I’ve Been Trying To Tell You

September 9, 2021 Lori Gava

St Etienne has always been masterful in their ability to convey emotion through their sonics. Their decades-long collaboration has produced engaging works winning them significant critical praise and a Mercury Award nomination. Their latest offering, […]

THE CHARLATANS share lost track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ - Listen Now
Gigs

THE CHARLATANS share lost track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ – Listen Now

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS have just shared a new track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ which was originally recorded in the nineties, but was lost, unheard and never released until now. “C’MON C’MON It’s about taking chances while they’re […]

AQUILO share new track ‘I Wanna See You Smile’ & announce headline tour of the UK and Europe in February 2022
Gigs

AQUILO share new track ‘I Wanna See You Smile’ & announce headline tour of the UK and Europe in February 2022

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

After 490 million career streams to date, a revitalised and resurgent Aquilo take another big step towards the October 15th release of their new album ‘A Safe Place To Be’ by sharing the new track […]

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