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        • The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          White Denim
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          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
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          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 […]

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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

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 29, 2026

          To have Placebo as your special guest genuinely puts the ‘special’ into special guest. Placebo were clearly ecstatic to be at the Albert Hall and supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. Frontman Brian Molko smiled throughout and […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

        • 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// 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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • Gigs
        • 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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

  • Interviews
        • 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, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

  • Podcast
        • Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
          Podcast

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

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CABBAGE Announce new album 'AMANITA PANTHERINA' - Hear first single 'Get Outta My Brain'
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CABBAGE Announce new album ‘AMANITA PANTHERINA’ – Hear first single ‘Get Outta My Brain’

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

The green and pleasant lands above Manchester spawn a monster, as literary performance punks, CABBAGE descends from the misted Pennines once more to release a wiry tribute to the nerve-jarring electricity of their home city, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Merv Pinny - Little Demons
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Merv Pinny – Little Demons

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

It’s been one Hell of a journey for Kiwi Rock sensation Merv Pinny, seeing him transform from a rural dairy farmer to viral Rock God…surviving being run over by a truck and a broken spine […]

MARK LANEGAN & IYEARA share 'She Loved You' Remix - Listen Now 1
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MARK LANEGAN & IYEARA share ‘She Loved You’ Remix – Listen Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Mark Lanegan and darkwave band IYEARA have released single She Loved You. The single is taken from a remix of Mark’s entire 2019 album Somebody’s Knocking, retitled and reimagined as ‘Another Knock At The Door’ […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE shares the video for 'Ablaze' - Watch Now
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ALANIS MORISSETTE shares the video for ‘Ablaze’ – Watch Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette debuted the video for “Ablaze”. The video was directed by Erin Elders and features at home moments with her family. The song comes off her ninth studio album, […]

BEAR's DEN and PAUL FRITH share re-worked 'Napoleon' single and video - Watch Now
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BEAR’s DEN and PAUL FRITH share re-worked ‘Napoleon’ single and video – Watch Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Today Bear’s Den + Paul Frith share the reimagined track ‘Napoleon’ from their upcoming record, ‘Fragments’. Listen and watch the accompanying video below. The newly released recording of ‘Napoleon’ has been completely re-worked by British […]

Your Guide to Hair Transplant Surgery in Turkey 2
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Your Guide to Hair Transplant Surgery in Turkey

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

According to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the number of foreigners visiting Turkey has increased tremendously over the last few years. Besides its endless coastlines and rich history, medical tourism has been on the […]

THE WATERBOYS release new song 'Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime' - Listen Now
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THE WATERBOYS release new song ‘Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime’ – Listen Now

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys have revealed another brand new track, the hauntingly atmospheric ‘Postcard From The Celtic Dreamtime’. Showcasing the spoken word nature of the second half of new album Good Luck, Seeker, the lyrics describe an […]

GUNS N' ROSES announce rescheduled date for Marlay Park, Dublin show 1
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GUNS N’ ROSES announce rescheduled date for Marlay Park, Dublin show

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses’ 2020 summer tour dates have now been rescheduled to 22nd June 2021 at Marlay Park, Dublin. All tickets remain valid and will be honoured for new dates. The band says “Hey Gunners, […]

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD announces INSPIRED BY JARA a three-part podcast series
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JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD announces INSPIRED BY JARA a three-part podcast series

August 5, 2020 XS Noize

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD’s forthcoming album EVEN IN EXILE will be accompanied by a three-part podcast series. INSPIRED BY JARA delves into the world of Chilean musician and activist Victor Jara and his enduring cultural influence […]

BOOK REVIEW: The Book of Drexciya: Volume One by Abdul Qadim Haqq and Dai Satō
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: The Book of Drexciya: Volume One by Abdul Qadim Haqq and Dai Satō

August 4, 2020 Michael Barron

One of the most notable techno and electro acts that came out of 1980s Detroit was James Stinson and Gerald Donald’s project Drexciya. Noted for being “more productive than many of their peers”, releasing scores […]

MARSICANS announce new UK tour dates for 2021
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MARSICANS announce new UK tour dates for 2021

August 4, 2020 XS Noize

With their highly anticipated debut album ‘Ursa Major’ landing on August 14th through Killing Moon Records, Leeds’ indie-rock heroes Marsicans have now confirmed the rescheduled dates for their upcoming UK tour. While the coronavirus pandemic […]

TAYLOR SWIFT makes history on Billboard charts
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TAYLOR SWIFT makes history on Billboard charts

August 4, 2020 XS Noize

Taylor Swift’s spectacular run last week continues this week with Billboard’s Hot 100 chart announcement. folklore, her 5-star album, debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 this week and her single “cardigan” lands at #1 […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Werner Niedermeier & Gareth Whitehead featuring Jack Endino - Nineteen92
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TRACK PREMIERE: Werner Niedermeier & Gareth Whitehead featuring Jack Endino – Nineteen92

August 3, 2020 XS Noize

Prolific producers, Werner Niedermeier and Gareth Whitehead announce a brand new release with the arrival of ‘Nineteen92’, an innovative, sophisticated slice of spaced out electronica featuring legendary Seattle based producer Jack Endino (Nirvana, Mudhoney, Soundgarden) […]

STEVE MASON to play King Biscuit Time album ‘Black Gold’ in its entirety on extensive UK tour
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STEVE MASON to play King Biscuit Time album ‘Black Gold’ in its entirety on extensive UK tour

August 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Peoples Choice, Steve Mason, has announced details of an extensive and opulent UK tour in the spring of 2021 on which he will be performing his King Biscuit Time album Black Gold in its […]

SEMISONIC Release new song 'All It Would Take' from You’re Not Alone EP out September 18th
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SEMISONIC Release new song ‘All It Would Take’ from You’re Not Alone EP out September 18th

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the Twin Cities-based trio Semisonic released a new song “All It Would Take” from their forthcoming EP You’re Not Alone out September 18 via Pleasuresonic Recordings/Megaforce Records. The song follows “You’re Not Alone,” the […]

Recording Artists Who Put Games at the Forefront of Their Lyrics 1
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Recording Artists Who Put Games at the Forefront of Their Lyrics

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Recording artists have always had a close affinity to games, be they digital or otherwise, with many choosing to indulge in them during long stints away from home. For some musicians what starts out as […]

Classic Album: U2 - Achtung Baby
Classic Albums

Classic Album: U2 – Achtung Baby

July 31, 2020 Lori Gava

How time flies; in the Fall of 2022, U2’s Achtung Baby will be thirty-one years old. For myself and many others, this album not only represented some of the best of U2’s creative abilities but […]

INTERVIEW: Swedish genre bending duo SLIDE on ‘Things I Tell Myself’ EP 4
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INTERVIEW: Swedish genre bending duo SLIDE on ‘Things I Tell Myself’ EP

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today Swedish alt duo SLIDE return with their new ‘Things I Tell Myself’ EP after the success of their breakthrough debut EP ‘Into Happiness’ last year. Mark Millar caught up with one half of the […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY Announces new album 'Róisín Machine' - Hear new single 'Something More' 2
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RÓISÍN MURPHY Announces new album ‘Róisín Machine’ – Hear new single ‘Something More’

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Today Róisín Murphy shares full details of her highly anticipated new album, the fabulously titled “Róisín Machine”. Her first full-length project since 2015’s Mercury Nominated “Hairless Toys” and 2016’s equally revered “Take Her Up To […]

Scottish pop trio VISTAS announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021 1
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Scottish pop trio VISTAS announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021

July 31, 2020 XS Noize

Scottish pop trio Vistas are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday, March 16th 2021. The new full-length debut album ‘Everything Changes In The End’ was released in May of this […]

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