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        • Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          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 […]

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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
          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
        • 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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Manchester quartet IDLE HOURS release new single 'Scream In Stereo' - Listen Now
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Manchester quartet IDLE HOURS release new single ‘Scream In Stereo’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester quartet Idle Hours have released new single Scream In Stereo on Someone Great Records. Carrying 80’s new wave into the modern age of technology, the track which questions the current obsession with social media […]

CONOR MARCUS announces new single ‘Hold Me Close Again’ - Listen Now
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CONOR MARCUS announces new single ‘Hold Me Close Again’ – Listen Now

March 27, 2020 XS Noize

Fresh from his success on ITV’s The Voice Kids UK, one of Ireland’s rising artists Conor Marcus is pleased to announce the release of his new single ‘Hold Me Close Again’. The single release kick […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Kev Sherry & Low Fruit  - Wasted Days
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Kev Sherry & Low Fruit – Wasted Days

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Kev Sherry, singer for the critically acclaimed four-piece Attic Lights (Island Records, Elefant Records), makes a welcome return as he prepares to unveil his indelible new single Wasted Days, out on 27th March 2020. Alongside […]

RODDY WOOMBLE presents blissed out ambient electronica EP 'Everyday Sun', out 27th March
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RODDY WOOMBLE presents blissed out ambient electronica EP ‘Everyday Sun’, out 27th March

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Born out of a magical late autumn show in a tepee in the Scottish Highlands, the new EP from Idlewild’s Roddy Woomble is a minimal, hypnotic wonder. Written alongside frequent collaborator and bandmate Andrew Mitchell, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: TV People - Time Eats Up
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TRACK PREMIERE: TV People – Time Eats Up

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Following the recent success with their fiery debut single “KitchenSinking”, Dublin’s finest garage slash indie-rockers TV People return with their swish guitar-led track “Time Eats Up”. Underlined with thrashing drums and layered with interstellar guitar […]

ELBOW Announce 'Live at The Ritz - An Acoustic Performance' released 17th April 2020
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ELBOW release ‘Live at The Ritz’ early to streaming sites – available now

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Having rescheduled their March and April UK tour due to the ongoing Covid-19 emergency, elbow have decided to make their forthcoming live album available early on streaming sites for fans to enjoy. Lead singer, Guy […]

SAM FENDER has shared his cover of Amy Winehouse’s 'Back To Black' - Listen now
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SAM FENDER has shared his cover of Amy Winehouse’s ‘Back To Black’ – Listen now

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Sam Fender is very pleased to share his cover of Amy Winehouse’s Back To Black. It is streaming now. The track was initially recorded live on Radio 1 earlier this year as part of their […]

DROPKICK MURPHYS Release New single ‘Mick Jones Nicked My Pudding’, Following Worldwide Streaming Concert
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DROPKICK MURPHYS Release New single ‘Mick Jones Nicked My Pudding’, Following Worldwide Streaming Concert

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Dropkick Murphys have just released a new single, “Mick Jones Nicked My Pudding”–along with a B-side “James Connolly,” written by the band’s friend Larry Kirwan–direct to fans via www.DKMStore.com and dropkickmurphys.bandcamp.com. The band debuted the […]

INTERVIEW: "I Finally Consider Myself A Songwriter Now" says Malojian’s STEVIE SCULLION on the release of Humm
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INTERVIEW: “I Finally Consider Myself A Songwriter Now” says Malojian’s STEVIE SCULLION on the release of Humm

March 26, 2020 Daniel Lynch

Followers of the Northern Irish artist Malojian were surprised and delighted when his fifth studio album Humm was released months ahead of schedule. In a note to fans, Malojian (aka Stevie Scullion), said, “if it brings you […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Born Animal - 15 Seconds
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Born Animal – 15 Seconds

March 26, 2020 XS Noize

Gritty US indie-rockers Born Animal roar back into action today with 15 Seconds, their first new release since last year’s well-received Even If It Breaks EP. Inspired by Motown and break-ups and driven by a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Orb - Abolition Of The Royal Familia
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ALBUM REVIEW: The Orb – Abolition Of The Royal Familia

March 25, 2020 Ben P Scott

32 years after its formation, The Orb follows the genre-hopping 2018 treasure No Sounds Are Out Of Bounds with this equally cerebral new LP. Abolition Of The Royal Familia is the Alex Paterson helmed unit’s […]

CABBAGE return with new single 'You've Made an Art Form (From Falling to Pieces)'
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CABBAGE return with new single ‘You’ve Made an Art Form (From Falling to Pieces)’

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

The rules are still loose for Pennine performance punks, CABBAGE, as they descend from Mossley’s misted hills with renewed purpose to release YOU’VE MADE AN ART FORM (FROM FALLING TO PIECES) on Wed 25 March […]

THE BLINDERS share video for new single 'Forty Days And Forty Nights'
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THE BLINDERS share video for new single ‘Forty Days And Forty Nights’

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

The Blinders have shared the video for their new single, ‘Forty Days And Forty Nights’, the latest track to be taken from their upcoming album Fantasies Of A Stay At Home Psychopath, out on May […]

PEARL JAM release a brand-new song 'Quick Escape' in advance of new album
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PEARL JAM release a brand-new song ‘Quick Escape’ in advance of new album

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Pearl Jam have released a brand-new song “Quick Escape” in anticipation for their new album Gigaton out Friday, March 27th via Monkeywrench/Republic Records. In addition, the band have released the Quick Escape arcade game […]

ANTHONY TONER releases new album Ghost Notes, Vol. 1
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ANTHONY TONER releases new album Ghost Notes, Vol. 1

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

Anthony Toner’s eleventh CD is an intimate and personal affair – a collection of ten songs originally recorded by other artists, which for various reasons have been special favourites of his over the years. As […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Brian Fallon - Local Honey
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ALBUM REVIEW: Brian Fallon – Local Honey

March 25, 2020 Daniel Lynch

On his third solo album, we catch up with a Brian Fallon more mature and comfortable in himself than we’ve ever known. Long gone are the days of The Gaslight Anthem’s punk rock. Fallon has […]

THE ACES return with new music video for single 'DAYDREAM'
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THE ACES return with new music video for single ‘DAYDREAM’

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

Following their first glimpse of new music this year which sparked much excitement about their return, The Aces have released this playful and cinematic music video companion to their hit single, “Daydream”, which is out […]

WENDY JAMES announces rescheduled tour dates for September 2020 1
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WENDY JAMES announces rescheduled tour dates for September 2020

March 25, 2020 XS Noize

In a statement, WENDY JAMES said: “By doing simple math, it was easy for me to see that in one month’s time when I’d be due to begin rehearsals in April in LDN, it was […]

THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single 'Hate For Sale' - Listen Now
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THE PRETENDERS reveal their brand-new single ‘Hate For Sale’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Pretenders have today revealed their brand-new single Hate For Sale, following a radio premiere on Steve Lamacq’s BBC 6 Music show this afternoon. The single is the title track from the band’s new album, […]

SPENCER. shares new track 'Hold It Down' - Listen Now
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SPENCER. shares new track ‘Hold It Down’ – Listen Now

March 24, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the captivating and impassioned artist Spencer. shares his latest single ‘Hold It Down’. Swaying, measured beats come together with a low-key guitar that sets a tender mood. Spencer.’s dewy, sleek vocals carry along honeyed […]

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