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          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

          Interpol
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          Interpol return with new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and share two new tracks

          June 9, 2026

          Interpol have announced their new album This Mirror Weighs a Ton, their first in four years and debut for Partisan Records, arriving August 28. Alongside the announcement, the band share the two opening tracks, the […]

          Placebo
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          Placebo release re:created version of iconic single ‘Nancy Boy’

          June 5, 2026

          Placebo release the newly reworked version of “Nancy Boy” alongside a new visualiser for the single. This is the final single to be shared ahead of their forthcoming new album Placebo RE:CREATED, set for release […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

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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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          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
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          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

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          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 […]

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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 […]

          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 […]

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        • 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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        • Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          The Hoosiers
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          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
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          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: Inhaler – It Won’t Always Be Like This
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Inhaler – It Won’t Always Be Like This

July 4, 2021 Aaron Kavanagh

In recent years, the Dublin-based rock band Inhaler have really been making a splash on the Irish music scene and gaining a ton of international recognition. After cutting their teeth for the best part of […]

THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Unravel (Cross Bone T Remix)’ & announces more live dates
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THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Unravel (Cross Bone T Remix)’ & announces more live dates

July 4, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of her critically-lauded Top 40 album The Art of Losing, Welsh producer and multi-instrumentalist The Anchoress (aka Catherine Anne Davies) has shared a remix of recent single ‘Unravel’ by rapper and producer […]

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ’In Your Arms’
New Music

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ’In Your Arms’

July 4, 2021 XS Noize

Only two weeks in, and ’In Your Arms’ by singer-songwriter Freddie Long, has reached over 100k streams and has been added to various playlists. The newcomer’s song has been picked by BBC Introducing South as […]

IMAGINE DRAGONS announce fifth studio album MERCURY - ACT 1 out 3rd September 1
New Music

IMAGINE DRAGONS announce fifth studio album MERCURY – ACT 1 out 3rd September

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

GRAMMY®-winning, multi-Platinum band Imagine Dragons unveil their new single “Wrecked,” released today via KIDinaKORNER/Interscope. Additionally, the band announced the arrival of their forthcoming fifth studio album, Mercury – Act 1, set for release on September […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: A-Ha - Hunting High & Low
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: A-Ha – Hunting High & Low

July 2, 2021 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. Reissue of the debut album from the […]

WELSHY shares the video for new single ‘All For You’ - Watch Now!
New Music

WELSHY shares the video for new single ‘All For You’ – Watch Now!

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

After enjoying a phenomenal reaction to his breakthrough track ‘Haiti’ (9 million streams, huge radio and streaming support, and certified Gold in Ireland), Welshy’s follow-up ‘All For You’ is already shaping up to make an […]

THE STRANGLERS launch 'R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat' a new behind-the-scenes video series
Gigs

THE STRANGLERS launch ‘R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat’ a new behind-the-scenes video series

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

The Stranglers have released their first ‘R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat’, where we get a sneaky listen and behind-the-scenes insight from JJ, Baz and producer Louie Nicastro on tracks from the new album Dark Matters, starting with […]

PETER HOOK & THE LIGHT announce Joy Division : A Celebration at Limelight, Belfast on Saturday, November 12th 2022 1
Gigs

PETER HOOK & THE LIGHT announce Joy Division : A Celebration at Limelight, Belfast on Saturday, November 12th 2022

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

Commemorating over four decades of the group’s and Ian Curtis’ continuing influence, Peter Hook & The Light are coming to Belfast for a special show performing “Joy Division: A Celebration” on Saturday, November 12th 2022. […]

NICK WILSON shares new single ‘Love Can Be Lonely, Sometimes’
Gigs

NICK WILSON shares new single ‘Love Can Be Lonely, Sometimes’

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

From ‘Lead Me To The Water’ to ‘Yours To Take’, people have fallen for Nick Wilson’s exploration of love’s predictably unpredictable frailties. It’s a skill that has enabled the breaking singer-songwriter to take his music […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Freeman - Song's I Cannot Write
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Freeman – Song’s I Cannot Write

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter Jamie Freeman is excited to announce his new single Songs I Cannot Write. It’s the first track from his self-released forthcoming EP Isolated Incidents, scheduled for release on July 2nd, 2021. The release […]

JO O'MEARA shares new video for ‘On The Surface’ - Watch Now!
New Music

JO O’MEARA shares new video for ‘On The Surface’ – Watch Now!

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

After putting her heart and soul into her forthcoming solo album ‘With Love’, Jo O’Meara discovered that love was returned to her in abundance with a huge fan reaction to its launch. The album rapidly […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Modest Mouse - The Golden Casket
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Modest Mouse – The Golden Casket

July 1, 2021 Lori Gava

On June 25th, the musical Oracle of the Northwest, Modest Mouse band leader Isaac Brock delivered his latest take on our universal condition with The Golden Casket. Unlike many artists’ recent releases that shake their […]

VILLAGERS unveil video for new track 'So Simpatico' - Watch Now!
Gigs

VILLAGERS unveil video for new track ‘So Simpatico’ – Watch Now!

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

As the release of Villagers’ fifth album Fever Dreams edges closer – due August 20th via Domino – Conor O’Brien is delighted to unveil the second song from the upcoming record. The new track, “So […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS return with 'Huffy' their first album in 3 years - Listen to  first single 'Contact High' 2
Gigs

WE ARE SCIENTISTS return with ‘Huffy’ their first album in 3 years – Listen to first single ‘Contact High’

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

Beloved indie heroes We Are Scientists return with news of their first album in 3 years, with a blistering new single ‘Contact High’. The intoxicating, high-octane hit is set to soundtrack a surge of pent-up […]

LIVE REVIEW: Rag'n'Bone Man at Jazz Café London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Rag’n’Bone Man at Jazz Café London

July 1, 2021 Michael Barron

It is fair to say that Rag‘n’Bone Man had some luck in his corner as he played out his third and final nights’ residency at the Jazz Café in Camden, London. England has just beaten […]

WENDY JAMES will (finally) tour the UK in August, September & October 2021
Gigs

WENDY JAMES will (finally) tour the UK in August, September & October 2021

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

When Wendy James released her 5th solo album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT on 1st May 2020 to critical acclaim, she was supposed to be heading out on a UK tour. But as Covid-19 hit and the […]

INTERVIEW: Inhaler discuss their debut album - "We’ve put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into the album, so we are just excited for people to hear it." 4
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INTERVIEW: Inhaler discuss their debut album – “We’ve put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into the album, so we are just excited for people to hear it.”

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin quartet Inhaler releases their debut album ‘It Won’t Always Be Like This’ on July 9th on Polydor Records. ‘It Won’t Always Be Like This’ is a record that sees Elijah Hewson (vocals and guitar), […]

Snap Galleries collaborate with “the UK's most important music photographer” Roger Sargent for new Libertines exhibition 3
Gigs

Snap Galleries collaborate with “the UK’s most important music photographer” Roger Sargent for new Libertines exhibition

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Snap Galleries, specialists in contemporary pop culture, are delighted to mark the start of their collaboration with Roger Sargent with an exhibition of images from his Libertines archives. Roger Sargent has been described by The […]

THE CORAL share video for 'Change Your Mind' - Watch Now!
New Music

THE CORAL share video for ‘Change Your Mind’ – Watch Now!

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

Summer has arrived on Coral Island and nobody is basking in the optimistic dawn of longer days and wilder nights than the resort’s tour guides, The Coral. Having attained their second-highest ever UK Album Chart […]

THE HELICOPTER OF THE HOLY GHOST release video for second single 'I Will Never Hurt' 1
New Music

THE HELICOPTER OF THE HOLY GHOST release video for second single ‘I Will Never Hurt’

June 30, 2021 XS Noize

The Helicopter of The Holy Ghost (featuring the melodious vocal skills of The Bluetones’ Mark Morriss) release their second single “I Will Never Hurt” on Friday 18th June. This follows the same gentle path as […]

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