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        • Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

          Picture This
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          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
          News

          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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LAURA MARLING announces a twelve date UK tour for this Autumn
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LAURA MARLING announces a twelve date UK tour for this Autumn

March 23, 2021 XS Noize

Laura Marling has announced details of a twelve date UK tour for this Autumn. Having emphatically set the bar for what can be achieved with a superlative Livestream performance back in the early Summer of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lore - The Anthem
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lore – The Anthem

March 23, 2021 XS Noize

Famed for turning the legendary Teenage Kicks on its head, Lore have gone from living room dreams to Sell Out Theatre Tour success. The band are set to bring their biggest show yet to Derry’s […]

BEN HOWARD Announces Royal Festival Hall Shows & Releases 'Far Out' and 'Follies'
New Music

BEN HOWARD shares new track ‘Sorry Kid’ from his forthcoming album ‘Collections From The Whiteout’

March 22, 2021 XS Noize

Ben Howard is pleased to share a new track, “Sorry Kid,” from his forthcoming album, Collections From The Whiteout. The record, his fourth, will be released this Friday, March 26 through Republic Records. Sorry Kid […]

NICK RHODES & WENDY BEVAN release debut album ‘ASTRONOMIA I: THE FALL OF SATURN’ - Listen Now! 2
New Music

NICK RHODES & WENDY BEVAN release debut album ‘ASTRONOMIA I: THE FALL OF SATURN’ – Listen Now!

March 22, 2021 XS Noize

Duran Duran’s Nick Rhodes and British artist and singer/violinist Wendy Bevan have released their debut album ‘ASTRONOMIA I: THE FALL OF SATURN’ via Tape Modern, available here. The pair have shared the album’s opening track and […]

DRY CLEANING announce 2022 UK + Ireland Live Shows 1
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DRY CLEANING announce 2022 UK + Ireland Live Shows

March 22, 2021 XS Noize

In support of the debut album New Long Leg, Dry Cleaning have announced details of their long-awaited headline tour. The London-based band will play 14 shows across the UK and Ireland in Spring 2022.  February […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Evanescence - The Bitter Truth
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Evanescence – The Bitter Truth

March 22, 2021 Sonja Sleator

The Bitter Truth is an album that Evanescence fans have been waiting on for almost a decade, and it doesn’t disappoint. The album was planned to be released in late 2020 but due to the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Jack Symes - Tompkins Park
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Jack Symes – Tompkins Park

March 22, 2021 Randall Radic

Folk singer-songwriter Jack Symes has a knack for taking the commonplace and imbuing it with significance. He discovers meaning in fragments of life most people overlook and gives those splinters of time relevance. On his […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sin For Saints - Sad Songs
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sin For Saints – Sad Songs

March 22, 2021 Randall Radic

Atlanta, Georgia-based Sin For Saints, fronted by Christian Cantello, unveils the music video for “Sad Songs,” a song about the manifest fall from virtue into iniquity. Whether interpreted as a caveat or a confession, “Sad […]

KINGS OF LEON reveal brand new video for new single 'Echoing'
Playlists

PLAYLIST: XS Noize – March 2021

March 22, 2021 Ben P Scott

The monthly XS Noize Spotify playlist brings together the essential new music of the last month featured on the website. The March 2021 edition features tracks from James, Paul Weller, Richard Ashcroft, Imelda May, Noel […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lu.Ci shares a poignant statement on ‘Control’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lu.Ci shares a poignant statement on ‘Control’

March 22, 2021 XS Noize

Multi-faceted London based artist Lu.Ci tackles bad relationships with grace and wit on her feisty new track ‘Control’ making waves today. Drawing on her personal experiences, Lu.Ci delivers it with style over an eclectic indie-pop […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Stereolab - Emperor Tomato Ketchup
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Stereolab – Emperor Tomato Ketchup

March 19, 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 fourth album from the […]

GLASVEGAS return with new album 'Godspeed' - Listen to new single 'Shake The Cage (für Theo)'
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GLASVEGAS return with new album ‘Godspeed’ – Listen to new single ‘Shake The Cage (für Theo)’

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

After the year that never was, things are finally beginning to look up. Restrictions are easing, cases are falling, and music is creeping back – there are even signs of shows and festivals before the […]

GRETA VAN FLEET unveil a live video for 'Heat Above' - Watch Now!
New Music

GRETA VAN FLEET share new single ‘Broken Bells’ from their upcoming album ‘The Battle at Garden’s Gate’

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

Grammy Award-winning four-piece Greta Van Fleet are debuting their latest track “Broken Bells,” an anthem intended to inspire. “Broken Bells is what the fetter of society does to impact a pure and innocent soul. Our […]

JAKE BUGG announces new album 'Saturday Night, Sunday Morning' & Spring 2022 tour
Gigs

JAKE BUGG announces new album ‘Saturday Night, Sunday Morning’ & Spring 2022 tour

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of his euphoric single All I Need, Jake Bugg has announced the release of his 5th album and first full-length release through RCA Records with new album Saturday Night, Sunday Morning released […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Unify Separate - Dying on the Vine
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Unify Separate – Dying on the Vine

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

Stockholm-based synthpop band Unify Separate continue their strong momentum with the release of the video for their much-praised single ‘Dying on the Vine’. The video follows a teenager who is addicted to social media as […]

INHALER announce details of a full tour of the UK and Ireland later this year 1
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INHALER announce details of a full tour of the UK and Ireland later this year

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

Inhaler have announced details of a full tour of the UK and Ireland later this year. The dates in September, October and December include brand new UK tour dates alongside the band’s rescheduled tour of […]

WOLF ALICE announce new album 'Blue Weekend' - Watch video for first single 'The Last Man on Earth' 1
Gigs

WOLF ALICE announce a UK and Ireland tour for January 2022

March 19, 2021 XS Noize

WOLF ALICE have announced a BLUE WEEKEND tour for January 2022, their first headline shows since 2018. The tour will see the band performing songs from their eagerly-anticipated third album BLUE WEEKEND, including the evocative […]

THE CORAL share video for new single 'Lover Undiscovered' from upcoming double album 'Coral Island' 2
New Music

THE CORAL share video for new single ‘Lover Undiscovered’ from upcoming double album ‘Coral Island’

March 18, 2021 XS Noize

Cutting the sweet, major-chord optimism of spring with the frayed pages of might-have-been memory, Lover Undiscovered becomes the second single from The Coral’s upcoming TENTH studio album, Coral Island. The track is the latest to […]

BLANCO BROWN shares cinematic video for new single 'CountryTime' - Watch Now!
New Music

BLANCO BROWN shares cinematic video for new single ‘CountryTime’ – Watch Now!

March 18, 2021 XS Noize

TrailerTrap creator and the mastermind behind the international sensation triple PLATINUM “The Git Up”, Blanco Brown now shares the official video for “CountryTime”.  “CountryTime,” considered to embody all that is TrailerTrap, was originally slated to […]

GEORGE EVE shares video for new single 'Gates' - Watch Now!
New Music

GEORGE EVE shares video for new single ‘Gates’ – Watch Now!

March 18, 2021 XS Noize

George Eve’s early independent tracks such as ‘My Girl’ and ‘One Track Mind’ gave the young singer-songwriter his first airplay, which included support from Jack Saunders at Radio 1 and BBC introducing. Those two tracks […]

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