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        • Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
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          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

          ASH
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          ASH announce Live and In Conversation – Celebrating 30 Years of 1977 at Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          Ash will mark 30 years to the day since the release of their iconic debut album 1977 with a special one-night-only event on 6 May 2026. Set to be a memorable evening for fans old […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
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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
        • 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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VIDEO PREMIERE: Alex O’aiza - Out Of My Mind
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Alex O’aiza – Out Of My Mind

April 16, 2020 XS Noize

Following a run of terrific singles last year and fresh from inking a deal with Saint In The City Records, US indie rocker Alex O’aiza has dropped a genre-mashing new track, Out Of My Mind. […]

DECLAN MCKENNA releases new single 'The Key To Life On Earth' - Watch Video
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DECLAN MCKENNA releases new single ‘The Key To Life On Earth’ – Watch Video

April 15, 2020 XS Noize

Declan McKenna has launched the second track to be lifted from his forthcoming second album, Zeros. The Key To Life On Earth is streaming now alongside a new video featuring a special guest role by […]

ALBUM REVIEW: EOB - Earth
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: EOB – Earth

April 15, 2020 Lori Gava

On April 17th Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien releases his long-awaited solo effort Earth. In doing so he joins his fellow Radiohead members, Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, and Phil Selway in diving into the waters of […]

UNLOVED share new single 'Why Not' featured in season premiere of KILLING EVE
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UNLOVED share new single ‘Why Not’ featured in season premiere of KILLING EVE

April 15, 2020 XS Noize

The Emmy-winning spy show Killing Eve has returned, and with it, a fresh batch of Unloved tracks old and new, including new single ‘Why Not’. The track soundtracks a major gory scene in the first episode of the show’s third season, which premiered […]

I BREAK HORSES shares new track ‘The Prophet’ - Listen Now 3
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I BREAK HORSES shares new track ‘The Prophet’ – Listen Now

April 15, 2020 XS Noize

With their new album Warnings due for release 8 May via Bella Union, and having previously shared videos for ‘Death Engine’, ‘I’ll Be The Death Of You’, and Neon Lights, I Break Horses today share […]

THOM YORKE reschedules Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes world tour
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THOM YORKE reschedules Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes world tour

April 15, 2020 XS Noize

The 2020 leg of Thom Yorke’s Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes world tour has been rescheduled to the fall. Tickets for original dates will be honoured at those same cities and venues, with the exceptions of Fairfax […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Blandlord - Hyperdrunk
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Blandlord – Hyperdrunk

April 15, 2020 XS Noize

A lot of Blandlord’s material is a commentary on the state of affairs we are living in, a tongue-in-cheek view of what’s going around us. Rather than provide people solutions or answers to the problems […]

THE STREETS share new single 'Call My Phone Thinking I'm Doing Nothing Better' ft. TAME IMPALA
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THE STREETS share new single ‘Call My Phone Thinking I’m Doing Nothing Better’ ft. TAME IMPALA

April 13, 2020 Jay Roberts

Today, following a world premiere from Annie Mac as her Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1, ‘Call My Phone Thinking I’m Doing Nothing Better’has released a new single as The Streets; the first taster of […]

THE STREETS share new single 'Call My Phone Thinking I'm Doing Nothing Better' ft. TAME IMPALA
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THE STREETS share new single ‘Call My Phone Thinking I’m Doing Nothing Better’ ft. TAME IMPALA

April 13, 2020 XS Noize

Today, following a world premiere from Annie Mac as her Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1, ‘Call My Phone Thinking I’m Doing Nothing Better’has released a new single as The Streets; the first taster of […]

CHILDREN OF THE STATE release their brand new single ‘Big Sur’ - Watch Video
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CHILDREN OF THE STATE release their brand new single ‘Big Sur’ – Watch Video

April 10, 2020 XS Noize

Doncaster & Bolsover indie rock outfit CHILDREN OF THE STATE have released their brand new single, ‘Big Sur’, produced by The Coral’s Ian Skelly and engineered by Chris Taylor at Liverpool’s iconic Parr Street Studios. […]

DAVID BOWIE'S ‘Repetition ’97’ music video released to watch for the first time
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DAVID BOWIE’S ‘Repetition ’97’ music video released to watch for the first time

April 10, 2020 XS Noize

DAVID BOWIE CHANGESNOWBOWIE an unreleased nine-track album is to be made available early for fans on streaming services to celebrate the original date of Record Store Day 2020 which was to feature the LP and […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Primyl Vinyl - Baby Steps
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TRACK PREMIERE: Primyl Vinyl – Baby Steps

April 10, 2020 XS Noize

They may only be a trio but prepare to be blown away by the huge stadium-filling sound of Primyl Vinyl. Having had a number of one to one writing sessions with the legendary Paul McCartney, […]

BLOSSOMS reveal live version of their latest single 'If You Think This Is Real Life'
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BLOSSOMS reveal live version of their latest single ‘If You Think This Is Real Life’

April 10, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed a live version of their latest single If You Think This Is Real Life. The track is taken from the band’s 11th February Stockport Plaza show that was also streamed in […]

SIZZY ROCKET is down to f**k in her new single 'SMELLS LIKE SEX'
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SIZZY ROCKET is down to f**k in her new single ‘SMELLS LIKE SEX’

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Sizzy Rocket is presenting her new single “Smells Like Sex.” Inspired by the lyrics of Marcy Playground’s 90s hit “Sex and Candy,” “Smells Like Sex” is Sizzy Rocket’s loud, bold, and unapologetic declaration that […]

HOUSES OF HEAVEN share new single 'In Soft Confusion' - Listen Now 1
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HOUSES OF HEAVEN share new single ‘In Soft Confusion’ – Listen Now

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

Layering synths, guitars, electronic percussion, and live drums, Houses of Heaven fuse early industrial and techno rhythms with the melodicism of shoegaze and a heavy dose of dub-influenced effects. Formed in Oakland, California by Keven […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jack Britten - Running Round My Head
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Jack Britten – Running Round My Head

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

Writer, arranger, producer, mixer and director, Jack Britten is the latest UK artist to show the music world that the hottest talent is firmly based on this side of the Atlantic. His new single, Running […]

OFFWORLD release their new single ‘Burnt Out Star’ and debut EP ‘Brave To Be Alive’ 1
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OFFWORLD release their new single ‘Burnt Out Star’ and debut EP ‘Brave To Be Alive’

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

OffWorld release their new single ‘ Burnt Out Star ’ and debut EP ‘Brave To Be Alive’ today, April 9th. Blending rock, soul, blues and gospel, OffWorld is new musical output from Hard-Fi’s Richard Archer […]

NEWTON FAULKNER Shares 'Live & Acoustic' version of his debut double-platinum album ‘Hand Built by Robots’
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NEWTON FAULKNER Shares ‘Live & Acoustic’ version of his debut double-platinum album ‘Hand Built by Robots’

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

Newton Faulkner will be surprise-releasing a one-of-a-kind ‘Live & Acoustic’ version of his debut double-platinum album ‘Hand Built by Robots’. Following his immense success, Newton has released five more albums, selling over 1.5 million records […]

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN reveals release date for debut album EARTH
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Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN reveals release date for debut album EARTH

April 9, 2020 XS Noize

Ed O’Brien of Radiohead has unveiled, among other details, the title, track listing, release date, and cover art of Earth, his first album under the moniker of EOB. Take a look behind the scenes of […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS to play two very special Cardiff shows paying tribute to NHS staff
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS to play two very special Cardiff shows paying tribute to NHS staff

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers have announced two shows at the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena on the 4th and 5th December 2020, their only dates in Wales this year. The first night will be a free show for […]

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