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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
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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. […]

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        • 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 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 […]

NEPTUNE VALLEY announce release of brand new single 'Dark Embrace'
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NEPTUNE VALLEY announce release of brand new single ‘Dark Embrace’

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

Upcoming, North-West based rock band ‘Neptune Valley’ are set to release their brand new single ‘Dark Embrace’ this April 17th 2020. The new single will be available on all major streaming platforms. The punchy new […]

SAINT JUDE shares new single ‘Keep The Light Inside The House’ - Watch Video
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SAINT JUDE shares new single ‘Keep The Light Inside The House’ – Watch Video

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

‘Keep The Light Inside The House’ is the latest offering from Saint Jude. The bedroom producer from Forest Hill, South London, first assumed the Saint Jude pseudonym in 2019 ahead of releasing his debut self-titled […]

Manchester four-piece IST IST will release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Architecture’ on 1st May 2020 1
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Manchester four-piece IST IST will release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Architecture’ on 1st May 2020

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece ist ist will release their highly anticipated debut album, ‘ Architecture ’, on 1st May 2020. Arguably one of the most uncompromising and idiosyncratic acts around, the post-punk quartet have been carving their […]

ALIAS KID release their brand new, highly anticipated single ‘All Gone Wrong’
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ALIAS KID release their brand new, highly anticipated single ‘All Gone Wrong’

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester-based rock n roll band ‘Alias Kid’ today release their brand new, highly anticipated single ‘All Gone Wrong’ which is now available on all major streaming platforms. The vibrant, punchy new track incorporates AK’s inherent […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Echotape - Back Streets of America
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Echotape – Back Streets of America

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

Echotape back making music after a year of hearing issues. “Back Streets of America” is the first in a cycle of new releases planned for this year which have been produced by Marc in the […]

WENDY JAMES shares new track 'Little Melvin' from new album 'Queen High Straight' out 1st May
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WENDY JAMES shares new track ‘Little Melvin’ from new album ‘Queen High Straight’ out 1st May

April 8, 2020 XS Noize

WENDY JAMES showcases her love of Motown on new track ‘Little Melvin’, taken from her forthcoming 5th solo album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT, which is released on 1st May 2020. An English singer-songwriter born in London, […]

HIGHTOWN PIRATES release 'Girl from the Library' the first single from their forthcoming new album 'All of the Above'
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HIGHTOWN PIRATES release ‘Girl from the Library’ the first single from their forthcoming new album ‘All of the Above’

April 7, 2020 XS Noize

Hightown Pirates today release ‘Girl from the Library’ the first single from their forthcoming new album ‘All of the Above.’ Hightown Pirates is the band formed by Simon Mason. Simon Mason is best known for […]

DMA'S release new video and announce May tour postponement as well as new album date
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DMA’S release new video and announce May tour postponement as well as new album date

April 7, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S have released a new video for single ‘Life Is A Game Of Changing’ which was filmed at their recent headline London show at O2 Brixton Academy & directed by Jon Stone. The video release comes along with the […]

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