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          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

          Mae Stephens
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          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
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          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

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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 […]

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          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
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          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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MILLTOWN BROTHERS
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MILLTOWN BROTHERS announce fifth album ‘Stockholm’ – Out 6th of November

October 12, 2020 XS Noize

Milltown Brothers have announced that they will release a new album on Stanley Records on the 6th of November 2020. ‘Stockholm’, recorded recently in their hometown of Colne in Lancashire, is the follow up to […]

OCTOBER DRIFT release video for 'Like The Snow We Fall'
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OCTOBER DRIFT release video for ‘Like The Snow We Fall’

October 12, 2020 XS Noize

October Drift have released a poignant new video for their recent single ‘Like The Snow We Fall’, the first release to be taken from their upcoming acoustic EP, Naked, out on November 6th via Physical […]

PAUL CARRACK To Broadcast ‘One Night Only’ Global Streaming Event
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PAUL CARRACK To Broadcast ‘One Night Only’ Global Streaming Event

October 12, 2020 XS Noize

Paul Carrack will be taking his sold-out 2020 UK tour to the virtual stage for a ‘one night only’ global streaming event on Thursday, 15th October. Following the cancellation of his live shows throughout 2020 […]

ARCHIVE announce 'Versions: Remixed' - released on 20th November
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ARCHIVE announce ‘Versions: Remixed’ – released on 20th November

October 12, 2020 XS Noize

Following the recent release of Versions, their album of reimagined versions of some of their best-loved songs, Archive today announce news of Versions: Remixed, released 20th November via Dangervisit through [PIAS]. The album features eleven […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ultravox - Vienna (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ultravox – Vienna (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)

October 12, 2020 Ben P Scott

As a John Foxx-fronted five-piece, Ultravox (formerly with an added “!” in homage to Neu!) gained much critical acclaim with their increasing synth dominated glam punk rock, but split after third album Systems Of Romance […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: MOY - At My Door
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VIDEO PREMIERE: MOY – At My Door

October 12, 2020 XS Noize

MOY’s second single ‘No Talk’s The Best Chat’ elevated the growing profile of the New Zealander led Glasgow band. It earned fresh airplay from BBC Introducing, BBC Scotland and Amazing Radio while also gaining traction […]

BOOK REVIEW: Ninja Sex Party Origins: The Graphic Novel
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BOOK REVIEW: Ninja Sex Party Origins: The Graphic Novel

October 12, 2020 Michael Barron

“Inspired by The Lonely Island and Flight of the Conchords, Ninja Sex Party was initially about “a Jewish superhero who wears a unitard, with his best friend who’s a ninja, and together they sing songs […]

Listen to DAVID BOWIE's ’The Man Who Sold The World (2020 mix)’ 1
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Listen to DAVID BOWIE’s ’The Man Who Sold The World (2020 mix)’

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

London Parlophone Records is proud to announce details for the digital single release of DAVID BOWIE’s THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD (2020 MIX) digital single release. This November sees the 50th Anniversary of the […]

DIVERSITY add Belfast & Dublin shows to 2021 ‘CONNECTED’ tour 2
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DIVERSITY add Belfast & Dublin shows to 2021 ‘CONNECTED’ tour

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

After nine sell-out UK and Irish tours, over 600,000 tickets sold, and countless television and live performances Diversity will be embarking one of their biggest UK tours to date in 2021, including a date at […]

WELSHY releases new single ‘Haiti’ - Listen Now
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WELSHY releases new single ‘Haiti’ – Listen Now

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

Welshy (real name Ross Walsh) has emerged as Ireland’s hottest young producer, independently achieving over 41 million streams and earning recognition from superstar names BTS, Kygo and The Chainsmokers. Now signed to Insanity Records, Welshy […]

Indie-psych duo HI FRISCO return with bouncing new single 'Quiet Lights'
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: Hi Frisco discuss debut album ‘Goodbye, Blue Monday’

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

Hi, Frisco release their eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Goodbye, Blue Monday’ today. With the title lifted from a passage in a Kurt Vonnegut book and one of a selection of slogans drawn on the side of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Anna Krantz - Blessed Are The Free 1
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TRACK PREMIERE: Anna Krantz – Blessed Are The Free

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

‘Blessed Are The Free’ is the second song in Krantz’s “New moon new tune” series of releases. Co-written with Jessica Sharman (co-writer of Ward Thomas’s #1 song, Cartwheels) “Blessed Are The free” is an uplifting […]

DEFTONES announce headline Dublin show at 3Arena on 6th June 2021 with special guests GOJIRA 1
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DEFTONES announce headline Dublin show at 3Arena on 6th June 2021 with special guests GOJIRA

October 9, 2020 XS Noize

GRAMMY Award-winning, internationally lauded band Deftones have announced a Dublin show at 3Arena on 6th June 2021. Very special guests are Gojira. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday 14th October at 9 am. Deftones’ feverishly […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY announces Mixcloud global live stream event on November 14th
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RÓISÍN MURPHY announces Mixcloud global live stream event on November 14th

October 8, 2020 XS Noize

With her much anticipated fifth album “Roisin Machine” now out in the world and racking up the critical plaudits, the incomparable Roisin Murphy now heats things up even more by announcing a special live streaming […]

WIN: A copy of MANSUN ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set 2
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WIN: A copy of MANSUN ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set

October 8, 2020 XS Noize

To mark the 25th anniversary of the band, Mansun has announced details of a comprehensive 25 disc deluxe box set which collects together everything they ever recorded. Released on Friday 27th November 2020 on KScope, […]

Bon Scott's FRATERNITY announce Seasons Of Change – The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 - Out January
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Bon Scott’s FRATERNITY announce Seasons Of Change – The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 – Out January

October 8, 2020 XS Noize

Founded in Australia, rock band FRATERNITY will forever be associated with their lead singer, Bon Scott, who would later join AC/DC and enjoy worldwide fame. However, Scott’s tenure with Fraternity has been poorly documented on […]

THE STRUTS share new single ‘I Hate How Much I Want You' featuring Phil Collen and Joe Elliott of Def Leppard
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THE STRUTS share new single ‘I Hate How Much I Want You’ featuring Phil Collen and Joe Elliott of Def Leppard

October 8, 2020 XS Noize

The Struts have shared their scorching new single ‘I Hate How Much I Want You,’ an explosive collaboration with Def Leppard’s Phil Collen and Joe Elliott. The stadium-sized anthem is the latest single from The […]

Motörhead announce new 'Motörcast' podcast mini-series 2
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Motörhead announce new ‘Motörcast’ podcast mini-series

October 7, 2020 XS Noize

Rock N’Roll renegades Motörhead continue the 40th anniversary celebrations of the dirtiest, meanest, toughest album of them all, Ace Of Spades, with a new podcast mini-series called Motörcast, telling stories from the recording studio, on […]

FLEET FOXES release video for 'Can I Believe You' - Watch Now
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FLEET FOXES release video for ‘Can I Believe You’ – Watch Now

October 7, 2020 XS Noize

Last month, on the Autumnal Equinox, Fleet Foxes surprised fans with the digital release of their fourth studio album Shore. Today, Fleet Foxes shared the video for “Can I Believe You” off of the album. […]

The Vaccines' keyboardist T TRUEMAN releases new single and EP 'Born To Be Right'
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The Vaccines’ keyboardist T TRUEMAN releases new single and EP ‘Born To Be Right’

October 7, 2020 XS Noize

T Truman today releases his debut EP ‘Born To Be Right’, along with a groovy video for EP title track “Born To Be Right”. Co-directed by T Truman and frequent aesthetic collaborator Timothy Heinrich, the […]

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