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        • Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

          The Coral
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          The Coral Surprise-Release Thirteenth Album ‘388’ and Share Video for “Let The Music Play”

          May 21, 2026

          Two weeks after being released under the cover of a physical format only distribution, quietly stocked on independent record shop shelves, The Coral officially release their thirteenth studio album with a video for new single, […]

          Inspiral Carpets
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          INSPIRAL CARPETS Return With First New Single In 12 Years, ‘Drag The Bag’

          May 20, 2026

          Inspiral Carpets have revealed ‘Drag The Bag’, their first single in 12 years, out May 20th via Scruff of the Neck Records. The track is inspired by the grind of life and the universal idea […]

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          The Coral
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

        • 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
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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

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
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          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 […]

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BLUE HAWAII share new track 'Not My Boss' - Listen Now 1
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BLUE HAWAII share new track ‘Not My Boss’ – Listen Now

September 9, 2020 XS Noize

Blue Hawaii continue to tease music from their forthcoming Under 1 House mixtape with “Not My Boss”, a track which blissfully merges classic acid-303 synth lines with woozy chords and affirmative chants. Undeniably groovy, “Not […]

EXCLUSIVE: Watch MICHAEL BERNARD FITZGERALD perform new single ‘I Love You’ in a stunning field
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EXCLUSIVE: Watch MICHAEL BERNARD FITZGERALD perform new single ‘I Love You’ in a stunning field

September 9, 2020 XS Noize

‘Love Valley’, the fifth album from Canadian singer-songwriter Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, is a joyous exploration into a warm and intricate depiction of a place that exists somewhere for every one of us.  For Fitzgerald that […]

RYAN MCMULLAN presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020
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RYAN MCMULLAN presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020

September 8, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020. The evening will begin with a live set from Ryan, followed by a podcast and performance from a mystery guest, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: FatNick - This Is Not A Chiptune
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ALBUM REVIEW: FatNick – This Is Not A Chiptune

September 8, 2020 Michael Barron

You may have come across “Chiptune” (“a type of music comprised of 8-bit music and sounds and sometimes modern-day percussion, resembling old video games” with “an extremely upbeat melody”). Japanese Electronic band Yellow Magic Orchestra […]

STEPS return with brand new album & 14-date arena tour 1
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STEPS return with brand new album & 14-date arena tour

September 8, 2020 XS Noize

Three years after they staged the most successful comeback of the decade, enduring pop legends STEPS – aka Claire, Faye, H, Lee and Lisa – return once again with their new album, What The Future […]

PALACE announce ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd
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PALACE announce ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

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

Dublin alt-folk riser AILBHE REDDY shares poignant new effort 'Looking Happy'
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Dublin alt-folk riser AILBHE REDDY shares poignant new effort ‘Looking Happy’

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Dublin alt-folk riser Ailbhe Reddy shares poignant new track ‘Looking Happy’, the latest offering from debut album ‘Personal History’ set for release 2nd October via Friends of the Family. Showcasing her astute songwriting, ‘Looking Happy’ […]

AMY MACDONALD Announces 2021 European headline tour
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AMY MACDONALD Announces 2021 European headline tour

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald’s current single ‘The Hudson’ has proved to be the perfect introduction to her upcoming fifth album ‘The Human Demands’, resulting in a Radio 2 premiere courtesy of Ken Bruce and a revealing interview […]

BEABADOOBEE announces headline Belfast show on Wednesday September 29th 2021 2
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BEABADOOBEE announces headline Belfast show on Wednesday September 29th 2021

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Indisputably one of the most exciting breakthrough artists of the past year, Beabadoobee today announces details of her headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Wednesday 29th September 2021. Beabadoobee recently announced the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ghosts of Our Former Selves - If That’s Love
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ghosts of Our Former Selves – If That’s Love

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

The multi-talented and prolific London band Ghosts of Our Former Selves return this September with one of their most authentically soulful releases to date. The new single ‘If That’s Love’ showcases the band’s love for […]

TAYLOR SWIFT’s 'folklore' is the first album in four years to spend six consecutive weeks at #1
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TAYLOR SWIFT’s ‘folklore’ is the first album in four years to spend six consecutive weeks at #1

September 6, 2020 XS Noize

Standing out as the top-selling record of 2020 worldwide, Taylor Swift’s critically-acclaimed, 5-star album, folklore, has achieved “the longest consecutive run at #1 since 2016” with six straight weeks atop the Billboard 200. This success […]

MEMBRANES share video for new single 'Breath In / Breath Out' - Watch Now
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MEMBRANES share video for new single ‘Breath In / Breath Out’ – Watch Now

September 6, 2020 XS Noize

Membranes new single is a remoulding of one of the key tracks from their acclaimed ‘What Nature Gives/Nature Takes Away’ album. The song sees the band embrace their 26 piece choir in an epic and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Doves - The Universal Want
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Doves – The Universal Want

September 6, 2020 Sandra Blemster

Manchester trio Doves return with their fifth studio album, The Universal Want, released on September 11, 2020. Comprising Jimi Goodwin (vocals, bass, guitar), Jez Williams (guitar, vocals), and Andy Williams (drums, vocals), with unofficial fourth […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Tricky – Fall To Pieces
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Tricky – Fall To Pieces

September 6, 2020 Dan Volohov

Despite the name of the newest long play by Tricky, it seems that the maestro of trip-hop has united all the different aspects of his career. Whether these are references to his debut – Maxinquaye […]

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
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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 […]

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