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          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
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          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
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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
          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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PASSENGER shares new single ‘What You’re Waiting For’ - Listen Now!
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PASSENGER shares new single ‘What You’re Waiting For’ – Listen Now!

March 24, 2021 XS Noize

Passenger’s current album ‘Songs For The Drunk and Broken Hearted’ debuted at #2 when it was released in January, making it the second highest-charting set of his career to date and has accumulated over 25 […]

THE KLF release ‘Solid State Logik 2’ on streaming services
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THE KLF release ‘Solid State Logik 2’ on streaming services

March 23, 2021 XS Noize

British electronic band The KLF, also known as the Justified Ancients of Mu Mu, The JAMs, and the Timelords have followed up their surprise albums ‘Solid State Logik 1’ and ‘Come Down Dawn’ with a […]

INTERVIEW with Belfast pop-noir duo Dark Tropics 1
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INTERVIEW with Belfast pop-noir duo Dark Tropics

March 23, 2021 Lee Campbell

Dark Tropics are a new and exciting pop-noir duo from Belfast. They are on the cusp of releasing only their third single, yet their songs have a cinematic quality and a depth to them that […]

VAN MORRISON shares new single ‘Only A Song’ from ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’
New Music

VAN MORRISON shares new single ‘Only A Song’ from ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’

March 23, 2021 XS Noize

After recently announcing details of his 42nd album ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’ which will be released on May 7th via Exile/BMG, Van Morrison today releases its lead single ‘Only A Song’.  In keeping with […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Antlers - Green to Gold
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Antlers – Green to Gold

March 23, 2021 Michael Barron

In 2000, Oasis released the single “Sunday Morning Call”, seven years earlier in 1993, Oasis’ brit-pop rivals Blur released “Sunday Sunday”. The Antlers singer and primary songwriter Peter Silberman decided to do something bolder with […]

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
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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 […]

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