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        • Modest Mouse
          News

          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
          News

          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • 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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DROPKICK MURPHYS announce Wembley Arena show + their biggest EVER UK & Ireland tour dates for February 2022
Gigs

DROPKICK MURPHYS announce Wembley Arena show + their biggest EVER UK & Ireland tour dates for February 2022

May 4, 2021 XS Noize

Celebrating 25 incredible years of the band, Boston-Irish punks Dropkick Murphys are announcing their biggest UK & Ireland EVER! Hot from the release of their critically acclaimed, 10th new album Turn Up That Dial, the […]

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 announced as 2021’s Official RECORD STORE DAY UK Ambassador

May 4, 2021 XS Noize

Record Store Day, the annual celebration of the UK’s independent record stores, is excited to announce Noel Gallagher as the official ambassador of this year’s celebrations. With his long history of supporting indie record stores […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Van Morrison - Latest Record Project Volume 1
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Van Morrison – Latest Record Project Volume 1

May 3, 2021 Sean Crossey

The fact that this is the 42nd studio album from Van The Man is impressive enough, but when you consider that he’s now 75 and still going strong, it’s very hard not to be impressed […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Lisa Gerrard and Jules Maxwell – Burn
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Lisa Gerrard and Jules Maxwell – Burn

May 3, 2021 Amanda Stock

Dead Can Dance members Lisa Gerrard and Jules Maxwell have teamed up under a new guise with James Chapman (MAPS) to create a studio album titled Burn. The record began its journey more than seven […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Teenage Fanclub - Endless Arcade
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Teenage Fanclub – Endless Arcade

April 30, 2021 Ben P Scott

The sound and style of Scottish indie legends Teenage Fanclub is one of comforting familiarity, and it’s very much business as usual on their 11th studio album Endless Arcade. Behind the scenes, however, there has […]

BOY IN SPACE shares his debut EP ‘Frontyard’ featuring new single ‘Sucker Punch’
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BOY IN SPACE shares his debut EP ‘Frontyard’ featuring new single ‘Sucker Punch’

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

Sweden’s leftfield pop innovator Boy In Space crafts unorthodox and emotionally charged songs which examine life in all of its chaotic and ridiculous beauty. His recent tracks, ‘Dance Alone’ and ‘Remember Me’, have accelerated his […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paper Anthem - Within Walls 2
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Paper Anthem – Within Walls

April 30, 2021 XS Noize

Paper Anthem, fronted by American singer/songwriter Joseph Hitchcock are proud to release the Within Wall’s Exclusively for XS Noize. After support throughout Canada and the US for the previous two albums, Paper Anthem bring their […]

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
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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
Gigs

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 […]

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