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          Oh Yeah Music Centre Releases ‘Scratch My Progress Vol. 14’ EP

          June 20, 2026

          The Oh Yeah Music Centre has released Scratch My Progress Vol. 14, a new EP showcasing music from the four artists selected for the programme’s 2025 cohort. This year’s cohort features Lord Jane, Pinsleep, GUSH […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest Announces Landmark 2026 Programme Across 40 Venues

          June 19, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has announced the full programme for its 2026 edition, which will take place from July 26 to August 2 across the city. The festival’s eighth edition will feature more than 1,000 artists across […]

          Kingfishr
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          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

        • 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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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
        • Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          The Hoosiers
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          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

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THE FLAMING LIPS share video for new track 'Dinosaurs On The Mountain' - Watch Now 1
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THE FLAMING LIPS share video for new track ‘Dinosaurs On The Mountain’ – Watch Now

July 13, 2020 XS Noize

Today, The Flaming Lips release a new track and video, “Dinosaurs On The Mountain,” from their forthcoming album AMERICAN HEAD set for release on 11th September via Bella Union in the UK/Europe and Warner Records […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS shares video for new single ‘Looking Glass’ - Watch Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS shares video for new single ‘Looking Glass’ – Watch Now

July 13, 2020 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness releases a new single, ‘Looking Glass’, the latest to be lifted from her forthcoming third album, ‘Revelations’ due out on August 14, 2020, via Agent Anonyme/Absolute. Daphne recorded the album at Les Studios […]

Top 8 Music Streaming Services Popular Among Students
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Top 8 Music Streaming Services Popular Among Students

July 13, 2020 XS Noize

Thanks to the rapid advancement of technology, music streaming has been growing tremendously over the years. The majority of people today use music streaming services to listen to their favourite tracks. These services allow people […]

THE ADELAIDES share video for new single ‘Seven Billion’ - Watch Now
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THE ADELAIDES share video for new single ‘Seven Billion’ – Watch Now

July 13, 2020 XS Noize

UK Country Pop trio The Adelaides are making the video for their brilliant new single ‘Seven Billion’, written under the Nashville sun by the band with acclaimed producer Femke Weidema, available TODAY. The Adelaides themselves […]

FRANCIS ROSSI on the 35th anniversary of Live Aid
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FRANCIS ROSSI on the 35th anniversary of Live Aid

July 13, 2020 XS Noize

“Monday marks the 35th anniversary of the Live Aid show. Whenever Quo steps onto a stage we strive to give it our best, no one audience or gig is more important than another to the […]

ERASURE Announce new album 'The Neon' out 21 August - Listen to 'Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)' Now
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ERASURE share the second track from new album ‘The Neon’ – Listen to ‘Shot A Satellite’ Now!

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have shared the second track to be taken from their eagerly awaited new album, The Neon. Launching off a bed of stuttering, percussive sci-fi synths, ‘Shot A Satellite’ is the […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE releases new single - Listen to 'Reckoning' Now!
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ALANIS MORISSETTE releases new single – Listen to ‘Reckoning’ Now!

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette releases her new song, “Reckoning” today! The track was written by Alanis and Michael Farrell and produced by Catherine Marks. The song comes from Alanis’ highly anticipated upcoming album, […]

ASYLUMS share a video of a day in the life of a record label and their writing process - Watch Now 1
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ASYLUMS share a video of a day in the life of a record label and their writing process – Watch Now

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Asylums release their fantastic new album Genetic Cabaret on July 17th 2020 on Cool Thing Records. The album was recorded with legendary recording engineer and sound alchemist Steve Albini (In Utero by Nirvana, Rid Of Me […]

PICTURE THIS unveil new single - Listen to ‘Unconditional’ Now!
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PICTURE THIS unveil new single – Listen to ‘Unconditional’ Now!

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Delivering another anthem with global potential and following the release of latest single ‘Troublemaker’, Irish international phenomenon, Picture This, unveil a brand new single entitled “Unconditional” today. Handclaps and a stadium-ready beat propel the track […]

GEMMA BRADLEY releases new summer single - Listen to ‘Obsessed’ Now!
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GEMMA BRADLEY releases new summer single – Listen to ‘Obsessed’ Now!

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Pop – RnB artist Gemma Bradley, continues to develop her career in music with the new enchanting and seductive single ‘Obsessed’.  Returning to the spotlight after the buzz generated by her last two single’s Hollow […]

EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM unveil the video for new single ‘Everyone Looks So Fine’ - Watch Now
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EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM unveil the video for new single ‘Everyone Looks So Fine’ – Watch Now

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Emperor of Ice Cream are quickly following up the chart success of ‘Lambent Eyes’ – the band’s first single from its imminent debut album – with a second summer scorcher of a track, ‘Everyone Looks […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter - Burn The Ships
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter – Burn The Ships

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

Blackout Balter is an electrifying, 5-piece Alternative Rock band from Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Their first EP, Twist And Bend, featured Dave Keuning (The Killers), and received critical acclaim by the famed Consequence of Sound and […]

80s New Wave Legends A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS Release Remix Of Rare ROBERT CALVERT Track!
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80s New Wave Legends A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS Release Remix Of Rare ROBERT CALVERT Track!

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

‘80s New Wave Legends A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS Release Remix Of Rare ROBERT CALVERT Track! More Calvert remixes coming from Xiu Xiu, Die Krupps, Peter Hook, Small Black, The KVB, Soft Kill, Black Plastic feat. […]

WENDY JAMES announces rescheduled tour for April 2021
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WENDY JAMES reveals the video for ‘Kill Some Time Blues’ – Watch Now

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

WENDY JAMES reveals the video for Kill Some Time Blues, the last song on her recently released 20-track album Queen High Straight, which was fan-picked along with Marlene at Fleur as the next AA single. […]

DOVES announce new album 'The Universal Want' - Hear first single 'Prisoners' now! 1
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DOVES announce new album ‘The Universal Want’ – Hear first single ‘Prisoners’ now!

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

Just three weeks after revealing their first new music in eleven years, Doves break their silence on new album rumours by announcing that their fifth long-player, The Universal Want, will be released on Fri 11 September 2020 on Virgin EMI. […]

CENTRE EXCUSE share video for new single 'Joy Joy Joy' - Watch now
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CENTRE EXCUSE share video for new single ‘Joy Joy Joy’ – Watch now

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

Until now Rutland may only have held claim to being England’s smallest county and birthplace to the fabled band, The Rutles but now it can rightly be called the home of the nation’s natural successors […]

VAMPIRE WEEKEND releases Amazon Original EP 'Live In Florida' - Listen Now
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VAMPIRE WEEKEND releases Amazon Original EP ‘Live In Florida’ – Listen Now

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Vampire Weekend released an Amazon Original EP, Live In Florida, available now to stream and purchase only on Amazon Music. Recorded last year on their Father of the Bride Tour, the EP captures selections […]

Experimental/electronic supergroup GHOST LIOTTA release the single 'object one' 1
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Experimental/electronic supergroup GHOST LIOTTA release the single ‘object one’

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Los Angeles experimental/electronic supergroup Ghost Liotta released their single “ object one,” taken from their forthcoming self-titled debut full-length. The project is a new collaboration between musicians and producers James McAlister (The National), Christopher […]

WARS release the new track ‘I Don’t Feel A Thing’ - Listen Now
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WARS release the new track ‘I Don’t Feel A Thing’ – Listen Now

July 9, 2020 XS Noize

Wars have released the new track ‘I Don’t Feel A Thing’, the second instalment of ‘Chapter Two’ following the latest single ‘Murmurs’. ‘I Don’t Feel A Thing’ mixes Subtle electronics amidst soaring choruses and pulsing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Asylums - Genetic Cabaret
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ALBUM REVIEW: Asylums – Genetic Cabaret

July 9, 2020 Michael Barron

In 2018 after five years straight of touring and turbulence and releasing two LP’s; Southend-On-Sea based four-piece Asylums took six months off. Following a successful application for a grant from the PRS Foundation to make […]

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