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        • Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

          Massive Attack
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          Massive Attack release first new song in six years, ‘Boots on the Ground’ featuring Tom Waits

          April 16, 2026

          Massive Attack and Tom Waits release a new collaboration “Boots on the Ground” on Play It Again Sam, with an exclusive to vinyl B-side provided by Waits – a droll and sardonic spoken word piece […]

          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025
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          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025 reveals stark reality for Northern Ireland’s grassroots music venues

          April 15, 2026

          Northern Ireland has produced Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, The Undertones, Ash, Stiff Little Fingers, Gary Moore, Van Morrison and more from a population roughly the size of Greater Manchester. Every one of them […]

  • Reviews
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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
        • 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. […]

          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, […]

  • 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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PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single 'Airhead' - Listen Now! 1
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PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single ‘Airhead’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released AIRHEAD from their forthcoming debut album, THANKS FOR COMING which will be released physically on May 7th. Hot on the heels of the brooding and atmospheric ‘Armageddon […]

Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single 'Over You' - Listen Now!
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Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single ‘Over You’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin-based electro-pop artist Fí has released her new single today, “Over You”, produced by Matt Weir (Ryan Mack, Robert Grace), tackling the difficulty of letting go while getting out of a toxic relationship and knowing […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: MIHI NIHIL - Falling Star
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: MIHI NIHIL – Falling Star

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh band MIHI NIHIL (mee-kee nee-keel) promises a wild ride – at least as wild as it gets from a former singer of the NYC Opera backed by three self-taught rockers. Likened to The Savages, […]

JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021
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JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Jules Maxwell is a composer and multi-instrumentalist working extensively across a number of genres who now presents his stunning new instrumental album ‘Nocturnes’. Having toured for many years as a keyboard player in legendary Australian […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Sketches on Duality - Blessed
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sketches on Duality – Blessed

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Well, 2020 was hard, but there are good things we can hold on to! Like the new single from Vienna-based Live-Hip-Hop/Acid-Jazz band Sketches on Duality. Coming from different corners of the world, they met at […]

Eternal Return's COLIN EDWIN Picks His Top 10 Lockdown Albums 1
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Eternal Return’s COLIN EDWIN Picks His Top 10 Lockdown Albums

February 11, 2021 Dan Volohov

Recently, NEWdOG Records announced the release of “Once Only” – the most recent record by prog-rock supergroup – Eternal Return. Following XS Noize’s request, the bass-player of Eternal Return, member of Porcupine Tree, Twinscapes, Metallic […]

Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records - Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’
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Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records – Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Alcopop! Records announce that they have signed hotly-tipped, effervescent Northern Irish pop-punk trio Cherym, and are proud to present their new single ‘Kisses On My Cards’ which is released on 11th February 2021 on all […]

TRACK PREMIERE: CRIMSON PEAK release rootsy new pop-rock track ‘Lies'
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TRACK PREMIERE: CRIMSON PEAK release rootsy new pop-rock track ‘Lies’

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Helsinki pop-rock band Crimson Peak are back today with their hooky new single Lies, released on Saint In The City Records. The driving new song showcases their slick and poppy melodies alongside rootsy, bluesy guitars […]

UNKLE release 'Do Yourself Some Good' and announce Rōnin Mixtape
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UNKLE release ‘Do Yourself Some Good’ and announce Rōnin Mixtape

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Today, James Lavelle’s UNKLE return with the uplifting new track, ‘Do Yourself Some Good’. The single, which premiered last night on Mary Anne Hobbs show on BBC 6Music, is taken from the forthcoming mixtape, ‘Rōnin […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Webmoms - Rice & Potatoes Ft. Sukie
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Webmoms – Rice & Potatoes Ft. Sukie

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Multi-instrumentalist and all-round creative force Webmoms, returns this February with an organic, nuanced piece of neo-soul that showcases his unique production style. Built on the foundation of Webmoms’ (Real name Karum Cooper) outstanding guitar-playing ability, […]

GRETA VAN FLEET release new single 'Heat Above' 1
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GRETA VAN FLEET release new single ‘Heat Above’

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of their fifth #1 at rock radio, GRAMMY-winning rock band Greta Van Fleet today announce a luminous new single, ‘Heat Above’. It is the third track released from their forthcoming second […]

FLEETWOOD MAC - Live Super Deluxe Announced - Hear Unreleased Live Version Of 'The Chain'
New Music

FLEETWOOD MAC – Live Super Deluxe Announced – Hear Unreleased Live Version Of ‘The Chain’

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

When Fleetwood Mac released its first live album in December 1980, it captured the legendary band’s most iconic lineup on stage demonstrating the full scope of their collective, creative powers. Recorded mostly during the world […]

BIRDPEN share ‘Life In Design’ from new album ‘All Function One’ out March 2021 1
New Music

BIRDPEN share ‘Life In Design’ from new album ‘All Function One’ out March 2021

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

Based on the English south coast, BirdPen mix elements of alternative guitar rock, experimental electronica and Krautrock with cinematic moods, all delivered with powerful and meaningful lyrics. They have released five studio albums to date. […]

DAAY share new single 'First Light' - Listen Now!
New Music

DAAY share new single ‘First Light’ – Listen Now!

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

DAAY was formed in London in 2019 by Alex Barty-King and rehearsed in a large smoky basement flat in Kilburn. They bring together a collection of 5 musicians from Lebanon and France and released their […]

THEATRE OF HATE announce new double album 'A Thing Of Beauty' - out 30th April
New Music

THEATRE OF HATE announce new double album ‘A Thing Of Beauty’ – out 30th April

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

In 1980, Kirk Brandon formed Theatre Of Hate from the ashes of heralded punk band The Pack. Joining Kirk on vocals were notable punk musicians Stan Stammers and Luke Rendall, along with old school friend, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: KING KLIO – Circles
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: KING KLIO – Circles

February 10, 2021 Randall Radic

Say hello to King Klio, Los Angeles-based soul/pop singer-songwriter who unveils her brand-new music video, “Circles,” a smouldering song mirroring the feeling of going nowhere, spinning in circles, even as the world passes by. Originally […]

PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop trio ViVii share video for their uplifting new single ‘One Day’
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PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop trio ViVii share video for their uplifting new single ‘One Day’

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

After delighting us with their first piece of new material of 2021, the luxurious new single ‘One Day’, which follows on from ‘Summer Of 99’, ‘Rendezvous’ and ‘Fool Alone’ in previewing their new studio album, […]

MAVIS STAPLES shares a capella remix of 'One More Change' by ALA.NI
New Music

MAVIS STAPLES shares a capella remix of ‘One More Change’ by ALA.NI

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Mavis Staples has shared a new remix of ‘One More Change’ from her acclaimed 2019 album We Get By today. “If we reached for the future as desperately as we cling to the past, change […]

DRY CLEANING announce debut album 'New Long Leg' & share new single 'Strong Feelings' 1
New Music

DRY CLEANING announce debut album ‘New Long Leg’ & share new single ‘Strong Feelings’

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Dry Cleaning are delighted to announce details of their debut studio album and have shared a new single ‘Strong Feelings’. The South London group of Nick Buxton (drums), Tom Dowse (guitar), Lewis Maynard (bass) […]

INTERVIEW: Scotland’s best-kept musical secret CHARLIE CLARK on his new single & being signed by Alan McGee 4
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Scotland’s best-kept musical secret CHARLIE CLARK on his new single & being signed by Alan McGee

February 9, 2021 Ben P Scott

Scottish singer-songwriter Charlie Clark has just released his brand new single ‘Don’t Have A Cow, Man!’, the first taste of his upcoming album Late Night Drinking. A multi-talented songwriter, Clark and lifelong friend Willie Campbell […]

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