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        • Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona unleash explosive new single “John Doe” from upcoming album Hate That I Care

          April 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with explosive new single “John Doe”, the second taste off their highly anticipated second album “Hate That I Care”, set for release on 5th June 2026. Recorded, written and produced entirely by the […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari surprise release new album “Lose Your Self” with no prior announcement

          April 11, 2026

          With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari have surprise released their brand-new album! Lose Your Self (released via So Recordings) spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation, futility and complete despair at the state of […]

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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
        • 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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ON THE TURNTABLE: Spiritualized - Lazer Guided Melodies
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Spiritualized – Lazer Guided Melodies

April 30, 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. Recently released reissue of the gorgeous debut […]

ALABAMA 3 release video for new single ‘Whacked’ - Watch Now!
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ALABAMA 3 release video for new single ‘Whacked’ – Watch Now!

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

South London genre-blending storytellers, Alabama 3 are set to further add to their rich musical heritage with a new single ‘Whacked’ out today via Submarine Cat Records, taken from new album titled ‘Step 13’ to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Kashmere - Someone
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TRACK PREMIERE: Kashmere – Someone

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

Founded within the suburbs of Greater Manchester, Kashmere are an indie-rock force to be reckoned with. With modern and vintage production methods, robust layers of analogue synths and unforgettable chorus hooks, Kashmere have always carved […]

TRACK PREMIERE: MASK - Show Me Love
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TRACK PREMIERE: MASK – Show Me Love

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

Belfast Rockers MASK is back with a brand new track (and a brand new sound!) called ‘Show Me Love’. Made up of ingredients of retro funk, hooky bass lines and four-on-the-floor drums means this is […]

INTERVIEW: MARK EMMERSON of THE LUCID DREAM discusses their fifth album, THE DEEP END 1
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW: MARK EMMERSON of THE LUCID DREAM discusses their fifth album, THE DEEP END

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

Carlisle’s The Lucid Dream release their amazing fifth album, ‘The Deep End’ on 30th April on Holy Are You Recordings. Following on from 2018’s album Actualisation, the new album builds upon the acid house influences […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Royal Blood - Typhoons
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Royal Blood – Typhoons

April 29, 2021 Sonja Sleator

After three years, Royal Blood release their third album, Typhoons, which offers rocky bass riffs and more danceable tunes. Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher had said they wanted to return to their roots, back when […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dutch Falconi – Tonight Only
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dutch Falconi – Tonight Only

April 29, 2021 Randall Radic

Composer Dutch Falconi introduces his brand-new single, “Tonight Only,” a track lifted from his forthcoming sophomore album, Curious Fabrications, slated to drop July 23 via Aurore Records. Like a sonic film noir, Curious Fabrications leads […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marquee Mayfield – Disco Queen
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marquee Mayfield – Disco Queen

April 29, 2021 Randall Radic

Nashville-based funk-pop artist Marquee Mayfield unveils the music video for “Disco Queen.” According to Marquee, he is the creation of a factory in Nashville, Tennessee, where they churn out clones pre-programmed with country-pop cognizance designed […]

COLDPLAY to release new single 'Higher Power' on Friday, 7th May
New Music

COLDPLAY to release new single ‘Higher Power’ on Friday, 7th May

April 29, 2021 XS Noize

Coldplay’s brand new single, Higher Power, has today been confirmed for release on Friday, 7 May via Parlophone / Atlantic. Said Coldplay on Twitter: “Higher Power is a song that arrived on a little keyboard […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Ghibertins - 20149 - Milano
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Ghibertins – 20149 – Milano

April 29, 2021 XS Noize

Milan-based indie-rockers The Ghibertins return with the release of their anthemic new single 20149 – Milano, out now via Mob Sound Records. Today Xs Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere the video for the track. […]

RAZORLIGHT announce the reunion of their classic line-up after a 10-year hiatus
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RAZORLIGHT announce the reunion of their classic line-up after a 10-year hiatus

April 29, 2021 XS Noize

Following a first interview with Chris Evans this morning, British pioneering indie rock band Razorlight announced the reunion of their classic line-up after a 10-year hiatus. The news came alongside the announcement of the band’s […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS celebrate first decade with new best of album, 'BACK THE WAY WE CAME: VOL.1 (2011-2021) 1
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS celebrate first decade with new best of album, ‘BACK THE WAY WE CAME: VOL.1 (2011-2021)

April 29, 2021 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today announce details of ‘Back The Way We Came: Vol 1 (2011-2021)’. Released on 11th June 2021 via Sour Mash Records, ‘Back The Way We Came: Vol 1 (2011-2021)’ is […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Whale & The Wolf - Veins
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TRACK PREMIERE: Whale & The Wolf – Veins

April 29, 2021 XS Noize

After teaming up with Grammy-nominated producers Jimmy Mansfield and Paul Rogers, Canadian rockers Whale & The Wolf are back today with a new single, Veins. The driving new track offers up big riffs and propulsive […]

GARBAGE share video for brand new single 'No Gods No Masters'
New Music

GARBAGE share video for brand new single ‘No Gods No Masters’

April 28, 2021 XS Noize

Garbage have today revealed their brand-new single No Gods No Masters and its accompanying video, directed by Scott Stuckey and edited by Andy DeLuca. No Gods No Masters is the follow up to the recent […]

LAUREN CARTER releases her latest track, ‘Chase the High'
New Music

LAUREN CARTER releases her latest track, ‘Chase the High’

April 28, 2021 XS Noize

Lauren Carter is an independent recording artist, based in LA. Her latest track, ‘Chase the High,’ features a departure from her past romantic style, with a more beat-driven focus. The song is about living in […]

GABRIELLE announces summer shows including dates with Culture Club 1
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GABRIELLE announces summer shows including dates with Culture Club

April 28, 2021 XS Noize

Gabrielle has announced some summer shows including dates with the legendary Culture Club for Summer 2021. Gabrielle’s new album ‘Do It Again’ charted in the official UK charts this month at #4, a fantastic achievement […]

BEN WATT releases surprise mini-album 'Storm Shelter'
New Music

BEN WATT releases surprise mini-album ‘Storm Shelter’

April 28, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Wednesday, April 28, Ben Watt surprise-releases ‘Storm Shelter’, a 6-track companion piece to his acclaimed 2020 studio album ‘Storm Damage’. The mini-album, recorded during rehearsals for the Storm Damage Tour in January 2020, is […]

KILLING JOKE drummer BIG PAUL FERGUSON releases first single & video from his debut solo album 1
New Music

KILLING JOKE drummer BIG PAUL FERGUSON releases first single & video from his debut solo album

April 28, 2021 XS Noize

As a founding member and co-creative mind behind proto-industrial post-punk icons Killing Joke, Big Paul Ferguson has already earned his place among the most influential and highly regarded musicians of his era. Ferguson’s signature tribal […]

MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA share new track 'Telepath' from upcoming album 'The Million Masks of God' 1
New Music

MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA share new track ‘Telepath’ from upcoming album ‘The Million Masks of God’

April 27, 2021 XS Noize

Manchester Orchestra today released ‘Telepath,’ the third and final single from their forthcoming new album, The Million Masks of God, out this Friday, 30th April, via Loma Vista Recordings. The song’s stunning video—directed by Isaac […]

SPIRITUALIZED announce details of 'Pure Phase' vinyl reissue 1
New Music

SPIRITUALIZED announce details of ‘Pure Phase’ vinyl reissue

April 27, 2021 XS Noize

With Lazer Guided Melodies released this week to a chorus of rave reviews, Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records today announce the second stage of The Spaceman Reissue Program: definitive vinyl releases of the first four […]

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