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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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
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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
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          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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        • ROSA WALTON
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          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
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          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. […]

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BILLIE EILISH makes directional debut with official music video for 'xanny' - Watch Now
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BILLIE EILISH makes directional debut with official music video for ‘xanny’ – Watch Now

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Six-time Grammy Award® nominee Billie Eilish has made her directorial debut with the official music video for ‘xanny.’ Billie revealed today: “I’m very excited to share my directorial debut. Visuals are so important to me, […]

Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker
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Radiohead’s ED O’BRIEN releases near-nine minute song & short film under EOB moniker

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Following the non-LP teaser “Santa Teresa”—hailed as “beautifully ambient” by NPR—Ed O’Brien of Radiohead has unveiled the first impression of his debut album under the moniker of EOB. Written by O’Brien, “Brasil” is a near […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Vickers & The Leg - 'X-Mas In The Jungle'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Vickers & The Leg – ‘X-Mas In The Jungle’

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Paul Vickers & The Leg release their new album ‘Jump’ on 6 December, the album will coincide with the release of their very own Christmas single, ‘X-Mas In The Jungle’ also on 6 December. At […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Killing Eve Seasons 1 & 2 - Original Series Soundtrack
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Killing Eve Seasons 1 & 2 – Original Series Soundtrack

December 5, 2019 Lee Campbell

David Holmes spearheads this collective effort to brilliantly capture the essence of the award-winning ‘Killing Eve’ series in these dual-release soundtracks. The menace and playful brutality of the female lead character is just pouring out […]

Top names from the music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘OUTPUT BELFAST’ on Thursday 13 February 2020
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Top names from the music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘OUTPUT BELFAST’ on Thursday 13 February 2020

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Top names from the global music industry are lined up to speak at Ireland’s largest music conference, ‘Output Belfast’ on Thursday 13 February 2020. Organised by Belfast City Council, the conference will include panel discussions, […]

INTERVIEW: Editors' Ed Lay on Best-Of Album 'Black Gold' 1
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EDITORS release Black Gold (Zamilska Remix) – Listen Now

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Polish experimental producer Zamilska provides a raw and metallic remix of Editors ‘Black Gold’ on Play It Again Sam. Respected for her difficult to categorise productions that join the dots between techno, noise and electronica, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland - 'The Lights'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Modern Hinterland – ‘The Lights’

December 5, 2019 XS Noize

Modern Hinterland’s new album ‘The Longest Part of the Night’ is due for release on January 31st 2020 on Label Fandango. Following swiftly on from 2018’s ‘The Hoppings’ (which received support from Spotify’s New Music […]

FRANK TURNER announces solo tour for 2020
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FRANK TURNER announces solo tour for 2020

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Frank Turner has capped off a round of sold-out full band shows in support of his latest UK Top 3 album release ‘No Man’s Land’ with the announcement of a 15 date solo tour for […]

THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE share video for new single 'Never Mind' - Watch Now
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THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE share video for new single ‘Never Mind’ – Watch Now

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Bruised hearts laid bare on the shimmering opus that is Never Mind, the latest single from The Electric Soft Parade’s new album Stages. The video comprises deeply moving footage from a documentary about mental health […]

POLIÇA share new single "Forget Me Now" - Watch Video
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POLIÇA share new single “Forget Me Now” – Watch Video

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Today Poliça shared their rousing, defiant new single “Forget Me Now”, the second from the band’s forthcoming new album ‘When We Stay Alive’, due January 31st via Memphis Industries. Poliça are set to tour the […]

SUNSTROKE 2020 – Irelands New Alternative Rock Festival - Day by Day Artist Line-up Confirmed
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SUNSTROKE 2020 – Irelands New Alternative Rock Festival – Day by Day Artist Line-up Confirmed

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

Sunstroke 2020 today confirms Saturday and Sunday artist line-up for Ireland’s newest alternative rock festival which takes place across 12th & 13th June. Feat: Faith No More – Deftones – The Jesus & Mary Chain […]

HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020 1
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HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, London Records will release brand new vinyl reissues of the first four era-defining Happy Mondays albums, their first vinyl pressings for many years. The reissues of ‘Squirrel And G-Man Twenty Four […]

LIVE REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. @ Rough Trade East, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. @ Rough Trade East, London

December 4, 2019 Michael Barron

Back in April, Dublin post-punk band Fontaines D.C. released their debut LP, Dogrel. What made (and still makes) Dogrel such a mesmerising album, wasn’t Dogrel’s innovation; but its authenticity, passion and ability to excite listeners […]

All new version of EAST 17 classic 'Stay Another Day' released today
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All new version of EAST 17 classic ‘Stay Another Day’ released today

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Twenty-five years after its first release, and on the very date it hit the Christmas Number 1 spot, original label, London Records, in conjunction with Waltham Forest: London Borough of Culture 2019, today releases a brand new […]

THE CLONE ROSES - Announce ‘SPIKE ISLAND - THE RESURRECTION’  Celebrating 30 Years of One of The UK’S Most Legendary Gigs 3
Gigs

THE CLONE ROSES – Announce ‘SPIKE ISLAND – THE RESURRECTION’ Celebrating 30 Years of One of The UK’S Most Legendary Gigs

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

On the 30th Anniversary of The Stone Roses’ era-defining gig at Spike Island, get ready for a celebration like no other. On 16th May 2020, THE CLONE ROSES will be following in the footsteps of […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Electric Litany - 'Refugee'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Electric Litany – ‘Refugee’

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Today Xs Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Refugee’ by Electric Litany from their upcoming album ‘Under A Common Sky.’ ‘Under A Common Sky’ is the third album from London based four-piece Electric […]

GREG DULLI (Afghan Whigs) announces debut solo album, Random Desire with first single
Gigs

GREG DULLI (Afghan Whigs) announces debut solo album, Random Desire with first single

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Without desire, most of the world’s problems would be solved and it would be a miserable place to live. For the last 30 years, Greg Dulli has been the poet laureate of the bizarre whims […]

THE DARKNESS release 'How Can I Lose Your Love' video - Watch Now
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THE DARKNESS release ‘How Can I Lose Your Love’ video – Watch Now

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

The Darkness have released a spectacular lyric video for the new single ‘How Can I Lose Your Love’, taken from their critically acclaimed Top 10 album Easter Is Cancelled out now via Cooking Vinyl. ‘How […]

MARC ALMOND announces new album 'CHAOS AND A DANCING STAR' out 31st January
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MARC ALMOND announces new album ‘CHAOS AND A DANCING STAR’ out 31st January

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

An iconic and influential figure with a career that spans almost 40 years and more than 30 million sales, Marc Almond has enjoyed a fresh renaissance in recent years. 2017’s retrospective ‘Hit & Pieces’ saw […]

THE NATIONAL - Announce headline show Live at Botanic Gardens Belfast on 6th June 2020
Gigs

THE NATIONAL – Announce headline show Live at Botanic Gardens Belfast on 6th June 2020

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Following their stunning headlining performance at this year’s All Together Now Festival in Waterford, indie-rock behemoths The National have announced a date in Belfast next June. Matt Berninger, Aaron Dessner, Bryce Dessner, Scott Devendorf and […]

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