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        • Keane
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          Keane Announce 20th Anniversary Reissue Of ‘Under The Iron Sea’

          June 22, 2026

          Keane will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their second album, Under The Iron Sea, with a newly remastered and expanded reissue, released on July 24 via UMR/Island. The release follows the band’s successful 2024 anniversary […]

          Dylan John Thomas
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          Dylan John Thomas Announces Belfast Show At Limelight 1

          June 22, 2026

          Dylan John Thomas will play Limelight 1, Belfast, on December 1, 2026. The Scottish singer-songwriter has built his fanbase from the ground up, first sharpening his craft through busking on the streets of Glasgow before […]

          Scratch My Progress
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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 […]

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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
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          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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LAURA JAMES releases her new single: YOU ARE LOVED
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LAURA JAMES releases her new single: YOU ARE LOVED

February 21, 2020 Conor Kinahan

If the late-winter blues are getting you down then you’ll be relieved to hear that the devastatingly poignant new track You Are Loved by Laura James is out now! Released through Trackd and The Orchard, Laura describes her music as […]

BEANS ON TOAST announces "Coming to a Town Near You" UK TOUR
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BEANS ON TOAST announces “Coming to a Town Near You” UK TOUR

February 21, 2020 Conor Kinahan

Although BEANS ON TOAST has just-this-minute wrapped up an extensive UK tour on the back of his newest album ‘The Inevitable Train Wreck’, today he is pleased to announce another UK Tour. The ‘Coming To […]

THE PALE announce UK LIVE RETURN ahead of 30th anniversary celebrations
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THE PALE announce UK LIVE RETURN ahead of 30th anniversary celebrations

February 21, 2020 Conor Kinahan

As Dublin band The Pale set about marking 30 years in the business in 2020, and the recent release of thirteenth album Merciful Hour they head back to the UK for a handful of dates […]

WIN: Tickets to see MORRISSEY in Leeds & London
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WIN: Tickets to see MORRISSEY in Leeds & London

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Morrissey’s 13th Solo Album and 2nd studio album for BMG Records, ‘I Am Not A Dog On A Chain’, is set to be released on March 20th, 2020. Now, as part of the next stage […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Melancholy Ray drop their newest single '15 Years' today
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TRACK PREMIERE: Melancholy Ray drop their newest single ’15 Years’ today

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Leeds-based Indie/Alternative Rock Band Melancholy Ray drop their newest single today. Taking influences from the indie rock giants of the past, Melancholy Ray’s single “15 Years” is a must-listen. Bringing elements of post-punk, among other […]

LISA MCHUGH Releases Brand new single ‘THE SCANDAL’ - Listen Now
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LISA MCHUGH Releases Brand new single ‘THE SCANDAL’ – Listen Now

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Lisa McHugh’s brand new single ‘The Scandal’ addresses FAKE NEWS! Following years of writing, recording and time on the road. Lisa decided to take some time out, reflect on what her next move is and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: JC Stewart - ‘Lying That You Love Me’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: JC Stewart – ‘Lying That You Love Me’

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

JC Stewart is rapidly emerging as one of 2020’s breaking talents. His compelling blend of classic pop songcraft and heart-on-sleeve candour is making a huge connection with people who relate to the universal experiences that […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB share their new track, ‘Jericho’ - Listen Now
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB share their new track, ‘Jericho’ – Listen Now

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club have shared their new track, ‘Jericho’, the latest to be taken from their upcoming fourth album The Joy Of The Return, out on March 20th via Modern Sky UK. Opening to […]

KODALINE add three extra dates at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin. Due to phenomenal demand
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KODALINE add three extra dates at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin. Due to phenomenal demand

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand, Kodaline have added three extra dates at The Olympia Theatre, having sold out their first three Dublin shows this morning. Tickets for extra shows 2nd, 3rd and 5th June are on […]

Liverpool Indie/Electronic Newcomers MIG 15 Unveil Video For New Single ‘Interstellar’
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Liverpool Indie/Electronic Newcomers MIG 15 Unveil Video For New Single ‘Interstellar’

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Kicking off their 2020 with a bang, Liverpool newcomers MiG 15 are pleased to announce that they will be supporting ‘80s electronic legends Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark on their upcoming Feb 2020 European live […]

Edinburgh natives LIIMO release new single ‘All I Do’ on February 21st
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Edinburgh natives LIIMO release new single ‘All I Do’ on February 21st

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Edinburgh natives Liimo release their new single ‘All I Do’ on February 21st through B-Unique Records. An alt-pop slow jam about obsession and desire, watch the Lyric Video to ‘All I Do’ below. Speaking about […]

NEON WALTZ Share video for new single 'Thanks For Everything' - Watch Now
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NEON WALTZ Share video for new single ‘Thanks For Everything’ – Watch Now

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Neon Waltz’ tireless work rate continues without pause. With the wrapper barely off 2020, the Scottish four-piece release video for new single, Thanks For Everything – watch below – while confirming final details of their […]

WENDY JAMES returns with her new album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT. Released on 1st May
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WENDY JAMES returns with her new album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT. Released on 1st May

February 21, 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 […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE Announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 1st October 2020 1
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ALANIS MORISSETTE Announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 1st October 2020

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winner and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette announces her much anticipated European Leg of her 2020 World Tour celebrating 25 years of Jagged Little Pill and her upcoming album Such Pretty Forks In […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Engine Summer share video for 'Under The Sea'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Engine Summer share video for ‘Under The Sea’

February 20, 2020 XS Noize

Chicago’s Engine Summer have released a video for “Under The Sea”, the new single from their EP “Back-Street Boys” that was recorded at Treehouse Records (White Reaper, Twin Peaks, Modern Vices etc.) “Under The Sea” […]

Manchester’s finest AITCH returns with his first solo offering of the year, MICE - Listen Now
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Manchester’s finest AITCH returns with his first solo offering of the year, MICE – Listen Now

February 20, 2020 XS Noize

Following on his nomination for Best Newcomer at the 2020 Brit Awards, Manchester’s finest Aitch returns with his first solo offering of the year which was dropped as a surprise release on his website, before […]

TRACK PREMIERE: love val - 'Ibuprofen'
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TRACK PREMIERE: love val – ‘Ibuprofen’

February 20, 2020 XS Noize

“IBUPROFEN” is the first release from love val, a project centred around the idea of letters written to listeners. Influence heavily by heartache and loss, the song invokes strong pop melodies and urban/alternative production, instilling […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Grimes - Miss Anthropocene
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ALBUM REVIEW: Grimes – Miss Anthropocene

February 20, 2020 Lori Gava

Claire Boucher, aka Grimes, has made more news in recent years for her romantic involvement with Elon Musk than in her musical endeavours. This is all about to change with the release of her fifth […]

BON JOVI Releases New Single ‘LIMITLESS’ from Forthcoming Album BON JOVI 2020
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BON JOVI Releases New Single ‘LIMITLESS’ from Forthcoming Album BON JOVI 2020

February 20, 2020 XS Noize

BON JOVI releases new single ‘Limitless’ from forthcoming album ‘Bon Jovi 2020’ album set for release on May 15th. The first single ‘Limitless’ is an upbeat anthem encouraging optimism in an uncertain world. “Limitless” will […]

TRACK PREMIERE: King Park - Listen Up Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: King Park – Listen Up Now

February 20, 2020 XS Noize

King Park has been turning out mercurial, high-contrast indie rock since they released their 2017 breakout track, “Stay.” Gritty and lush, the quartet’s sound mirrors the antitheses of their hometown, Hamilton, Ontario: on the one […]

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