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        • 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 […]

          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 […]

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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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Green Day's BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG Releases Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric's "Whole Wide World"
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Green Day’s BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG Releases Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric’s “Whole Wide World”

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Billie Joe Armstrong of five-time Grammy Award-winning rock band Green Day released an Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric’s “Whole Wide World.” The track is available to stream and purchase only on Amazon Music. […]

GARETH DUNLOP releases brand new EP ‘Born Uncool’ on Friday 18th September
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GARETH DUNLOP shares ‘Train Driver’ from upcoming Born Uncool EP – Listen Now

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Gareth Dunlop releases brand new EP ‘Born Uncool’ A collection of songs created during the lockdown. “I had intended to release my second album (ANIMAL) this spring, but Covid turned the world upside down so […]

Rising Dublin four-piece TV PEOPLE release new single & video 'Nothing More' - Watch Now
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Rising Dublin four-piece TV PEOPLE release new single & video ‘Nothing More’ – Watch Now

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, rising Dublin quartet TV PEOPLE return with their third single of 2020, ‘Nothing More’ and its accompanying video directed by Robert Clarke. Mixed and recorded at Darklands Audio with Dan Doherty (Fontaines D.C., Vulpynes) […]

PALACE announce ‘SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE EP’ out October 23rd
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PALACE announce ‘SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE EP’ out October 23rd

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

After the release of their sublime sophomore album ‘Life After’ last summer followed by the sold-out UK, European and debut North American tours, London band Palace today announce the ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd […]

EXCLUSIVE album stream: Listen to Bearcraft’s electronically charged ‘Fabrefactions’ in full! 1
Album Stream

EXCLUSIVE album stream: Listen to Bearcraft’s electronically charged ‘Fabrefactions’ in full!

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Bristol music collective Bearcraft release their new electronically charged LP, ‘Fabrefactions’, and XS Noize are pleased to premiere it in full. ‘Fabrefactions’ is Essex born musician/producer Dicky Moore aka Bearcraft’s lead protagonist’s second album […]

THE SMITHS
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THE SMITHS’ Drummer Mike Joyce Raffles ‘The Queen Is Dead’ Platinum Disc In Support Of Back on Track

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Mike Joyce is parting ways with his one of a kind Platinum Disc for The Smiths’ iconic ‘The Queen is Dead’ album to raise money for Back on Track – a local charity who […]

Dark-Pop pioneer KLEOPATRA releases new EP 'Machina'
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Dark-Pop pioneer KLEOPATRA releases new EP ‘Machina’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Transporting electronic dark-pop to new heights, KLEOPATRA’s debut EP ‘Machina’ is a slick compilation of distorted yet silky vocals and psychedelic melodies. KLEOPATRA intriguingly blurs the lines between humanity and the digital, and compellingly highlights […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop artist REBECKA REINHARD shares new video for ‘A PICK’ 3
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop artist REBECKA REINHARD shares new video for ‘A PICK’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the release of her highly praised new EP ‘Whale’ released near the end of August, Swedish artist Rebecka Reinhard now returns to share the official video for one of the collection’s standout […]

Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS' '(WHAT'S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?' 1
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Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

On October 2nd, 2020 Big Brother Recordings release limited edition album formats including a double silver coloured LP and picture disc on heavyweight vinyl with remastered audio to mark the 25th anniversary of (What’s The […]

THE ARTHUR BROTHERS share video for new single ‘Sun Gun’ - Watch Now
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THE ARTHUR BROTHERS share video for new single ‘Sun Gun’ – Watch Now

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

The Arthur Brothers; is a London based artistic alliance centred around brothers Matt and Danny Arthur and the producer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist J. C. Wright. With an eclectic batch of singles over the last two years, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Joshua Burnside - Into the Depths of Hell
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Joshua Burnside – Into the Depths of Hell

September 2, 2020 Sonja Sleator

Joshua Burnside’s latest release, Into the Depths of Hell, is one of those albums that when the tour gets announced, your friend will ask you which song you are most excited to see live and […]

THE STRUTS & ROBBIE WILLIAMS release their stunning new single 'Strange Days' - Listen Now 3
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THE STRUTS & ROBBIE WILLIAMS release their stunning new single ‘Strange Days’ – Listen Now

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

British glam rockers The Struts have released their stunning new single ‘Strange Days’ which features the incomparable pop legend, Robbie Williams. It received its world exclusive first play this afternoon on BBC Radio 2 and […]

WATCH CLARK release GENERATOR ROOM EP on 16th October 2020
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WATCH CLARK release GENERATOR ROOM EP on 16th October 2020

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Seattle electronic musician Watch Clark releases the second of a trilogy of planned EPs for the years 2020-2021. Following the success of the previous EP ‘Backscatter Effect’, this newest release offers three songs about our […]

Maxïmo Park launch online channel MaxïmoTV
New Music

Maxïmo Park launch online channel MaxïmoTV

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Festival season is always a highlight in any artist’s calendar. Yet, as the summer draws to a close and live music looks increasingly like it won’t be returning in 2020, Maxïmo Park are today launching […]

SCOTT MATTHEWS announces Dublin live show for 2021
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SCOTT MATTHEWS announces Dublin live show for 2021

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Singular Artists proudly presents Scott Matthews plus guests live at Unitarian Church, Dublin, Saturday 13th March 2021. Tickets €20.00 on sale now from here. The singer/songwriter has challenged himself creatively during a career that has […]

TEMPLES share brand new Sean Ono Lennon produced track, ‘Paraphernalia’ - Listen Now
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TEMPLES share brand new Sean Ono Lennon produced track, ‘Paraphernalia’ – Listen Now

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Temples, who released their third album Hot Motion on ATO Records to worldwide acclaim in September of last year, have today shared a brand new track, Paraphernalia. Written while the band were in the studio […]

THE WATERBOYS release 'Freak Street' & 'The Golden Work' videos - Watch Now
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THE WATERBOYS release ‘Freak Street’ & ‘The Golden Work’ videos – Watch Now

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of The Waterboys 14th album Good Luck, Seeker rave reviews have continued to roll in around the world, with it being hailed as a truly classic work from one of the most […]

THE LATHUMS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 8th June 2021
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THE LATHUMS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 8th June 2021

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

Wigan four-piece The Lathums are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 8th June 2021. They released their new EP ‘Fight On’ in March of this year to critical […]

INTERVIEW: Andy Williams of DOVES discusses their fifth album, The Universal Want 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Andy Williams of DOVES discusses their fifth album, The Universal Want

September 1, 2020 XS Noize

Mark Millar talks with Andy Williams, Drummer for English, indie-rock band, Doves about their forthcoming, fifth album, The Universal Want, released on EMI on Fri 11th. September 2020. Andy talks about the bands’ eleven-year break, […]

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool
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BLOSSOMS announce two new dates to their rescheduled UK headline tour

September 1, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have added two new dates to their rescheduled UK headline tour, which will now take place across March and April next year. Lincoln Engine Shed and Stoke Victoria Hall have both been added to […]

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