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        • Makeshift Art Bar
          News

          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
          News

          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

          Brian Fallon
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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 […]

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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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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

          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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          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
          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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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VIDEO PREMIERE: BEARNIE - Fight For Me
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VIDEO PREMIERE: BEARNIE – Fight For Me

May 21, 2021 XS Noize

Indonesian-Italian soul-pop artist, BEARNIE offers up a personal reflection on new track ‘Fight For Me’, a textured mesmerising, soul-infused sound paired with her soothing, pensive vocal delivery. ‘Fight For Me’ follows on from Bearnie’s debut […]

LANA DEL REY releases three tracks titled 'Blue Banisters,' 'Text Book' and 'Wildflower Wildfire'
New Music

LANA DEL REY releases three tracks titled ‘Blue Banisters,’ ‘Text Book’ and ‘Wildflower Wildfire’

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Following the success of her 7th studio album “Chemtrails Over The Country Club,” Lana Del Rey releases three new buzz tracks in anticipation of her upcoming 8th studio album. The three tracks titled “Blue Banisters,” […]

GRETTA RAY announces the release of her debut album - 'Begin to Look Around' 1
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GRETTA RAY announces the release of her debut album – ‘Begin to Look Around’

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Melbourne singer-songwriter Gretta Ray today announces the release of her debut album, BEGIN TO LOOK AROUND which will be released on August 27th. A wondrous and empowering coming of age record, BEGIN TO LOOK AROUND […]

LITANY shares video for new single ‘Cream’ - Watch Now!
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LITANY shares video for new single ‘Cream’ – Watch Now!

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Litany’s recent Oscar Scheller collab Playlist picked up her biggest wave of attention yet, with support coming from NME, Billboard, The Line of Best Fit, Noctis, EUPHORIA and more. Its success added a new peak […]

VANCE JOY unveils video for new single 'Missing Piece' - Watch Now! 1
New Music

VANCE JOY unveils video for new single ‘Missing Piece’ – Watch Now!

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

“Missing Piece” is the first taste of new music from Vance Joy in three years, and follows on from his recent collaboration with fellow superstars Benny Blanco and Marshmello on “You.” Written virtually during a […]

The Killers' DAVE KEUNING shares video for 'Time and Fury' from his forthcoming solo album, out 25th June 2
New Music

The Killers’ DAVE KEUNING shares video for ‘Time and Fury’ from his forthcoming solo album, out 25th June

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

The Killers’ founding member and guitarist, Dave Keuning is giving fans another taste of the forthcoming solo album with the release of the “Time & Fury” music video. Directed by Russell Sheaffer, the video features […]

MUSE announce 20th anniversary of ‘Origin Of Symmetry’ by releasing ‘Origin Of Symmetry: XX Anniversary RemiXX’ edition 1
New Music

MUSE announce 20th anniversary of ‘Origin Of Symmetry’ by releasing ‘Origin Of Symmetry: XX Anniversary RemiXX’ edition

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Muse celebrate the twentieth anniversary of ‘Origin Of Symmetry’ by releasing ‘Origin Of Symmetry: XX Anniversary RemiXX’ on Warner Records. The new edition features remixed and remastered audio plus re-imagined artwork and will be released […]

THE LUMINEERS announce headline show at Dublin's 3ARENA on 27th FEBRUARY 2022 3
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THE LUMINEERS announce headline show at Dublin’s 3ARENA on 27th FEBRUARY 2022

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

The Lumineers announce a new UK and European tour for 2022 which includes Dublin’s 3ARENA on 27th FEBRUARY 2022. The band also release a live EP recorded on the last night of their tour before […]

LOU BARLOW shares video for "In My Arms" from his upcoming solo album, 'Reason to Live' out 28th May 1
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LOU BARLOW shares video for “In My Arms” from his upcoming solo album, ‘Reason to Live’ out 28th May

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Lou Barlow shares his latest single, “In My Arms” from his forthcoming solo album, Reason to Live, due out 28th May on Joyful Noise Recordings. Album opener “In My Arms” quite literally pulls from […]

PENDULUM announce new ‘Elemental’ EP - out June 17th
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PENDULUM announce new ‘Elemental’ EP – out June 17th

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Pendulum – one of the most successful drum & bass bands of all time – will be releasing their new ‘Elemental’ EP this June 17th. Also set for release on June 17th is the final […]

AMY MACDONALD shares new single ‘Bridges’ - Listen Now!
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AMY MACDONALD shares new single ‘Bridges’ – Listen Now!

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald’s Top 10 album ‘The Human Demands’ was released late last year, but its profile remains as strong as ever. Amy has constantly found new ways of shining new light on the record, whether […]

TRACK PREMIERE: The Borstal Boys - Walkin’ Away
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TRACK PREMIERE: The Borstal Boys – Walkin’ Away

May 20, 2021 Randall Radic

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based rock outfit The Borstal Boys introduce their brand-new single, “Walkin’ Away,” lifted from their forthcoming debut album, slated for release later this year. With their snarling, edgy sound, vaguely reminiscent of The Faces, […]

PODCAST #40: GARY NUMAN discusses his 18th studio album ‘Intruder’ 1
Podcast

PODCAST #40: GARY NUMAN discusses his 18th studio album ‘Intruder’

May 20, 2021 XS Noize

On episode #40 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with the iconic Gary Numan, who is set to release his brand new album ‘Intruder’ on May 21st. ‘Intruder’ is Numan’s 18th […]

GARBAGE share video for new single 'Wolves' - Watch Now!
New Music

GARBAGE share video for new single ‘Wolves’ – Watch Now!

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Garbage have today revealed their brand-new single Wolves and its accompanying video, made by Chilean film director, animator and painter Javi.MiAmor. Wolves is the follow up to the album’s title track No Gods No Masters, […]

DURAN DURAN announce new album 'Future Past' & share video for new single 'Invisible' 1
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DURAN DURAN announce new album ‘Future Past’ & share video for new single ‘Invisible’

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Today, internationally acclaimed, multi-platinum, award-winning pop legends Duran Duran released their brand new single ‘INVISIBLE,’ with accompanying music video, alongside official details on their highly anticipated 15th studio album, FUTURE PAST. Set for global release […]

Northern Irish artist Conchúr White releases video for new single 'Dreamers'
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Northern Irish artist Conchúr White releases video for new single ‘Dreamers’

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Northern Irish artist Conchúr White today releases the title track from his recently announced ‘Dreamers’ EP, arriving alongside the announcement of a UK + Ireland tour with Villagers. The new single “Dreamers” follows lead single […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dodo - 'Shinobazu' - ft Zsüd
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dodo – ‘Shinobazu’ – ft Zsüd

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

After local success with his previous single ‘RUN’, Hungarian maverick Dodo is set for the international stage with his new single ‘SHINOBAZU’ ft Zsüd which XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere today! Dodo says, […]

Belfast's ENOLA GAY announces debut Irish tour for 2021 - & share new single 'Sofa Surfing'
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Belfast’s ENOLA GAY announces debut Irish tour for 2021 – & share new single ‘Sofa Surfing’

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Belfast’s Enola Gay announce details of their debut headline tour in Ireland, performing in venues across Listowel, Belfast, Galway, Limerick, Derry and Dublin. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster and Tickets.ie as well as local box […]

JC STEWART announces his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 2nd September 2021 1
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JC STEWART announces his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 2nd September 2021

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter JC Stewart has announced his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 02nd September 2021. JC’s ability to make a connection is quickly winning the hearts of fans […]

How can Emily Mendel's Novel "Station Eleven" Affect the Development of Students' Personalities?
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How can Emily Mendel’s Novel “Station Eleven” Affect the Development of Students’ Personalities?

May 18, 2021 XS Noize

The world is experiencing a pandemic and even though it is different from the narration in Station Eleven, some of the things in the book resonate with audiences today. The deadly Georgia Flu hits a […]

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