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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 […]

          Jamie Webster
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          Jamie Webster announces fourth album ‘Running Round The Sun’ and UK tour dates with new single ‘Just Begun’

          May 20, 2026

          Fame arrived in Jamie Webster’s twenties with mega-streaming modern folk classic, Weekend In Paradise. He saw out his most monumental decade by playing to 32,000 people in his home city on one glorious summer night. […]

          Mystery Jets
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          Mystery Jets Announce New Album ‘A Hole To See The Sky Through’ – Out 21 August

          May 19, 2026

          Having teased their first new music in four years last week with the seismic, reverb-drenched single ‘Black Sage’, cult London band Mystery Jets have announced details of their seventh studio album. A Hole To See […]

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          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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: 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
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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
          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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Northern Ireland's top artists support REEVAH on the 'Lockdown inspired' video for her new single 'You Said, Tell Me'
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Northern Ireland’s top artists support REEVAH on the ‘Lockdown inspired’ video for her new single ‘You Said, Tell Me’

June 8, 2020 XS Noize

A host of Northern Ireland’s top artists have come together to support Reevah on the ‘Lockdown inspired’ video for her new single ‘You Said, Tell Me’. On the video, Reevah said “We initially had other […]

THE CRIBS - share remotely made video for 'Be Safe' featuring Lee Ranaldo
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THE CRIBS – share remotely made video for ‘Be Safe’ featuring Lee Ranaldo

June 8, 2020 XS Noize

The Cribs have today shared a remotely made one-off video for Be Safe, a track taken from their third album, Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever. Originally released in 2007, and an appropriate message for current […]

OUTBLINKER return with the release of pulsating new single 'Techno Viking' - Listen Now
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OUTBLINKER return with the release of pulsating new single ‘Techno Viking’ – Listen Now

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Outblinker have released their pulsating new single Techno Viking. Written on a recording session with Benjamin Power (Blanck Mass/ Fuck Buttons) in the Orkney Islands, Techno Viking builds upon the krautrock sound that has become […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: La Dharma - Devils
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VIDEO PREMIERE: La Dharma – Devils

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Devils is the storming new tune from Birmingham based indie stompers La Dharma. Described late last year by Janice Long as “Four lads making a great sound”, the four-piece blend 80’s pop with indie to […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB - Release ‘Lost Songs (Found)’ EP a 7-Track Collection Of Rarities & B-Sides
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB – Release ‘Lost Songs (Found)’ EP a 7-Track Collection Of Rarities & B-Sides

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have today released ‘Lost Songs (Found)’, a seven-track EP of rarities and B-sides from the band’s early career. The EP Includes the previously unheard ‘Tiptoes’, a lost demo tape originally intended […]

THE LEVELLERS release new track 'Burning Hate Like Fire' - Watch Video
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THE LEVELLERS release new track ‘Burning Hate Like Fire’ – Watch Video

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Levellers have shared the brand new video for ‘Burning Hate Like Fire’, which features Mark Chadwick on lead vocal, Kathryn Roberts on backing vocals and Stephen Boakes on the didgeridoo. It’s the latest taste […]

Guns N’ Roses launched the “Not in This Lifetime Selects” live video series on YouTube
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Guns N’ Roses launched the “Not in This Lifetime Selects” live video series on YouTube

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses may have had to postpone their North America part of the “Not In This Lifetime” tour, due to the worldwide ongoing pandemic, but fans can still enjoy parts of the concert. The […]

THE WATERBOYS announce new album 'Good Luck, Seeker' out 21 August - Listen to ‘My Wanderings In The Weary Land’
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THE WATERBOYS announce new album ‘Good Luck, Seeker’ out 21 August – Listen to ‘My Wanderings In The Weary Land’

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys, one of the most creative, loved and literate bands of the last four decades, return this summer with their 14th studio album Good Luck, Seeker. The first track to go live is the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ollie Trevers - #IKYK (I Know You Know)
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ollie Trevers – #IKYK (I Know You Know)

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Ollie Trevers is an Essex based singer-songwriter. He was in several bands before deciding to create a solo project. He started writing and performing music from fourteen years old and cannot remember a time when […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Jon Stancer - Comes A Time 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: Jon Stancer – Comes A Time

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Alternative pop-rock artist Jon Stancer’s plans for 2020 were to include the release of a collection of new material later in the year, the recording of which was in progress when the COVID-19 pandemic struck […]

ERASURE Announce new album 'The Neon' out 21 August - Listen to 'Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)' Now
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ERASURE Announce new album ‘The Neon’ out 21 August – Listen to ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’ Now

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of their eighteenth studio album, The Neon, and share the album’s luminous opener, ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’. The 10-track album is out on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lucy May Walker - Home From Home
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lucy May Walker – Home From Home

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Lucy May Walker’s latest single ‘Bad Day’ demonstrated that the young artist possesses the wit and warmth to add an enticing element to her already accomplished songwriting. In recent weeks she’s continued to highlight the […]

THE LOVELY EGGS - Announce New Single 'Long Stem Carnations + Rescheduled Tour Dates for 2021
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THE LOVELY EGGS – Announce New Single ‘Long Stem Carnations + Rescheduled Tour Dates for 2021

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

The Lovely Eggs will release brand new single ‘Long Stem Carnations’ on Friday, July 10 on Egg Records. The track, taken from their number one selling album ‘I am Moron’ will be released on limited-edition […]

INTERVIEW: Wendy James - "If I'm going to write good songs, then I want them for myself." 1
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INTERVIEW: Wendy James – ‘If I’m going to write good songs, then I want them for myself.’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

WENDY JAMES returns with her new album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT. Released on 1st May 2020, it is her 5th solo album. English singer-songwriter Wendy, who was born in London, exploded onto the British music scene […]

SONARPILOT PRESENTS - The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks
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SONARPILOT PRESENTS – The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

SONARPILOT PRESENTS – The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks, appearing monthly online from May to December 2020 at www.themirageproject.com The Mirage Project is a series of six […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter - Saturdast 3
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TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter – Saturdast

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Saturdast’ the new single from Vagabond Specter. The band was founded in 2015 and consists of four members. The band has previously released one LP in 2016 and […]

THE STREETS release new single 'I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae'O & Greentea Peng'
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THE STREETS release new single ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae’O & Greentea Peng’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Mike Skinner has today released a new single; ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae’o & Greentea Peng’, which is the second track to be unveiled from his forthcoming […]

BOB MOULD announces new album 'Blue Hearts' out Sept 25th - Hear lead single 'American Crisis' 2
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BOB MOULD announces new album ‘Blue Hearts’ out Sept 25th – Hear lead single ‘American Crisis’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Legendary singer-songwriter-guitarist-bandleader Bob Mould has announced the release of an explosive new album. Blue Hearts arrives via Merge Records on Friday, September 25th. Mould’s 14th solo LP – which follows last year’s critically acclaimed Sunshine […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ireland's Rising Star SEBA SAFE returns with 3rd Single 'Drip' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ireland’s Rising Star SEBA SAFE returns with 3rd Single ‘Drip’ – Listen Now

June 3, 2020 XS Noize

After smashing his debut Other Voices appearance and selling out his initial Whelans Dublin headline show in under two weeks, Galway’s Seba Safe returns with new single ‘Drip’ on June 4th ahead of the rescheduled […]

GENE celebrate 25 years since the band's debut album with 'The Albums' box set
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GENE celebrate 25 years since the band’s debut album with ‘The Albums’ box set

June 3, 2020 XS Noize

On 14th August, Demon Records will release a Deluxe Edition vinyl box set collecting for the first all the studio albums of the much loved and respected Nineties’ band Gene. The Albums box set features all four of the band’s […]

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