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        • Chance Peña
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          Chance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour

          May 8, 2026

          Today, Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña unveils his new single “The Voyager,” alongside a brand new cinematic visual. “The Voyager” unfolds as a dynamically layered song, beginning in an intimate, stripped-back space before […]

          BSS
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          Broken Social Scene share video for “Only The Good I Keep” from acclaimed new album “Remember The Humans”

          May 8, 2026

          Broken Social Scene return with their acclaimed new album Remember The Humans released today via City Slang in the UK/EU and Arts & Crafts in North America. The LP, their first in nearly a decade, is a return to […]

          Everyone Says Hi
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          Everyone Says Hi return with infectious new single ‘Just Like That’

          May 8, 2026

          After the release of their acclaimed self-titled debut album last year, indie-pop supergroup Everyone Says Hi are back with their first single of the new year, “Just Like That”. The track is taken from their […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          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 […]

        • 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: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          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 […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: The Arthur Brothers – Nine
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Arthur Brothers – Nine

September 20, 2020 David Ham

The trio behind The Arthur Brothers is the real-life brother’s Matt and Danny Arthur and the producer and multi-instrumentalist J.C Wright. Their debut album, Nine is released by Clearlight Records/Declared Goods. There is a lack […]

ALBUM REVIEW: IDLES - Ultra Mono
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: IDLES – Ultra Mono

September 18, 2020 Michael Barron

Following the release of their acclaimed second LP Joy as an Act of Resistance in 2018, IDLES has gone on to win several awards including two 2019 AIM Awards and dropped a live LP, A […]

OCTOBER DRIFT announce new acoustic EP 'Naked' out on November 6th
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OCTOBER DRIFT announce new acoustic EP ‘Naked’ out on November 6th

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

October Drift have announced their new acoustic EP, Naked, out on November 6th via Physical Education Records. The band have also shared ‘Like The Snow We Fall’, the first single to be taken from the […]

KATIE MELUA shares video for ‘Your Longing Is Gone’ - Watch Now
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KATIE MELUA shares video for ‘Your Longing Is Gone’ – Watch Now

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Following its world exclusive play on Jo Whiley’s BBC Radio 2 show, Katie Melua releases ‘Your Longing Is Gone’ from the forthcoming Album No. 8 – due for release on October 16th via BMG. “If […]

SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces new single 'Crying at the Discotheque'
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SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces new single ‘Crying at the Discotheque’

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Following her much-loved Instagram Live Kitchen Discos during the Covid-19 lockdown, Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced the release of one of the most popular songs from her virtual live set, with her version of the classic […]

GAVIN THORPE releases new single ‘From Now On’ - Listen Now
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GAVIN THORPE releases new single ‘From Now On’ – Listen Now

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Since signing to Atlantic Records and Universal Publishing in 2001, Bristol singer-songwriter Gavin Thorpe has written and recorded 5 albums, as well as performing, recording and co-writing with other artists. Gavin’s new single ‘From Now […]

IAN BROWN announces a headline tour of Ireland in May 2020 1
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IAN BROWN shares new track ‘Little Seed, Big Tree’ about the Covid-19 pandemic – Listen Now

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Legendary Stone Roses frontman Ian Brown today has unveiled a brand new track ‘Little Seed, Big Tree’ about the current Covid-19 pandemic. Listen below: Ian Brown’s Irish tour has now been rescheduled for May 2021. […]

AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single ‘The Hudson’ - Watch Now
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AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single ‘The Hudson’ – Watch Now

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald builds towards the October 30th release of her eagerly anticipated new album ‘The Human Demands’ by sharing the official video for lead single ‘The Hudson’. ‘The Hudson’ received a world exclusive play on […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Zooni - Cascara (Live from Iguana Studios)
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Zooni – Cascara (Live from Iguana Studios)

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

A powerful yet fragile mix of poetic lyrics and transcendent textures … Brighton art-pop makers Zooni today release their latest single ‘Cascara’. Produced with Mercury and Brit award-winning producer Charlie Andrew (Alt J, London Grammar, […]

DEFTONES release video for 'Genesis' taken from the new album 'Ohms' out September 25th 1
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DEFTONES release video for ‘Genesis’ taken from the new album ‘Ohms’ out September 25th

September 18, 2020 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their eagerly awaited album Ohms – arriving on September 25th 2020 on Reprise / Warner Records – with its title track and video last month, Grammy Award-winning, lauded band Deftones have […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Pillow Queens - In Waiting 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pillow Queens – In Waiting

September 17, 2020 Daniel Lynch

As far as debut albums go, Pillow Queens can stand over In Waiting with a huge sense of achievement. It’s an accomplished and impactful release which has refined all the best aspects of the band’s […]

PILLOW QUEENS announce Belfast & Dublin shows for 2021
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PILLOW QUEENS announce Belfast & Dublin shows for 2021

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Pillow Queens are delighted to announce two Irish shows next year to celebrate their debut album ‘In Waiting’ which is due out 25th September 2020. They will perform at The Button Factory Dublin, Friday, 26th […]

GORILLAZ announce SONG MACHINE LIVE coming on 12th and 13th December
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GORILLAZ announce SONG MACHINE LIVE coming on 12th and 13th December

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Coming on 12th and 13th December, SONG MACHINE LIVE sees Gorillaz first live performance since 2018 broadcast live around the world with three shows across three time zones through the magic of LIVENow. The biggest […]

SUNFLOWER BEAN shares 'Moment In The Sun' their first new song & video of 2020
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SUNFLOWER BEAN shares ‘Moment In The Sun’ their first new song & video of 2020

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

New York trio Sunflower Bean—Julia Cumming, Nick Kivlen, and Jacob Faber—released their sophomore album Twentytwo in Blue in 2018, which skyrocketed to the UK’s Top 40, and quickly followed it with 2019’s King of the […]

ELDERBROOK announces headline show for 2021
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ELDERBROOK announces headline show for 2021

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Singular Artists proudly presents Elderbrook live at Whelan’s, 5th March 2021. Tickets available from Tickets.ie on sale tomorrow at 10 AM. A live phenomenon, classically-trained multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer/songwriter Elderbrook has a knack for creating […]

AERIAL EAST shares cover of Kate Bush’s 'Running Up That Hill' - Listen Now
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AERIAL EAST shares cover of Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ – Listen Now

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Today, new Partisan Records signing AERIAL EAST has shared her gorgeously exposed cover of Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill”. With equal parts reverie and intention, her version of the classic track showcases the unvarnished […]

EXCLUSIVE Stream: New EP 'Vol 3' Unveiled From Alt-Punk Four Piece LET MAN LOOSE
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EXCLUSIVE Stream: New EP ‘Vol 3’ Unveiled From Alt-Punk Four Piece LET MAN LOOSE

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Having built a massive following in their hometown Hull and gained radio play from the likes of BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 6 Music’s Steve Lamacq and John Kennedy of Radio X, Let Man Loose are […]

EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM unveil video for 'Stranded' - Watch Now 3
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EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM unveil video for ‘Stranded’ – Watch Now

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the recent release of their long-awaited and widely acclaimed debut album No Sound Ever Dies, Emperor of Ice Cream has unveiled a new video for their album track ‘Stranded’. The video is […]

JOHNNY LLOYD announces 'Cheap Medication' album this October - Hear 'Real Thing' Now 2
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JOHNNY LLOYD announces ‘Cheap Medication’ album this October – Hear ‘Real Thing’ Now

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

His second studio album in as many years, ‘Cheap Medication’ arrives as the follow-up to 2019 solo debut: ‘Next Episode Starts In 15 Seconds’ and is the next instalment of what Johnny hopes will become […]

WILL BUTLER shares video for new single 'Bethlehem' - Watch Now
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WILL BUTLER shares video for new single ‘Bethlehem’ – Watch Now

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

On ‘Bethlehem’, the third single from Will Butler’s imminent new solo album Generations, fevered energy arrives at the song’s onset and never relents, providing what might be the most cathartic three and a half minutes […]

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