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        • Mae Stephens
          News

          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
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          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • 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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INTERVIEW: Skinny Living singer Ryan Johnston on upcoming September shows 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Skinny Living singer Ryan Johnston on upcoming September shows

September 3, 2019 XS Noize

Skinny Living will play a short run of UK and EU shows for September 2019. The 7-date tour includes dates at Button Factory – Dublin, The Garage – London, Academy 3 – Manchester and Paradiso – […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: London's Rising Darling EFFIE Unveils the Video for 'Worship' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: London’s Rising Darling EFFIE Unveils the Video for ‘Worship’ – Watch Now

September 3, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Worship’ from London’s Rising Darling Effie. After being crowned NME emerging artist 2018, Effie returns with the first release, Worship, from her forthcoming project. After […]

THE HIGH KINGS announce Irish tour commencing 26th October
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THE HIGH KINGS announce Irish tour commencing 26th October

September 3, 2019 XS Noize

The High Kings Finbarr Clancy, Darren Holden, Brian Dunphy and, the newest member, Paul O’Brien, will be taking to the road again in a major Irish tour which will see them play 23 dates across […]

COURTEENERS announce details of their new album ‘More. Again. Forever’ & UK arena dates
Gigs

COURTEENERS announce details of their new album ‘More. Again. Forever’ & UK arena dates

September 3, 2019 XS Noize

Courteeners have announced details of their long-awaited sixth album on Ignition Records – ‘More. Again. Forever.’ – released on 17th January 2020. The album follows 2016’s gold-selling album ‘Mapping The Rendezvous’ and the band’s biggest […]

A-ha co-founder MAGNE FURUHOLMEN releases 'This Is Now America' from forthcoming album 2
Gigs

A-ha co-founder MAGNE FURUHOLMEN releases ‘This Is Now America’ from forthcoming album

September 2, 2019 XS Noize

‘White Xmas Lies’ is the third solo album by A-ha co-founder and keyboard player Magne Furuholmen. As the title suggests, it is an album with a different take on Christmas. A melancholic winter album, it […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Gulps release second single 'Lola Cola' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Gulps release second single ‘Lola Cola’ – Watch Now

September 2, 2019 XS Noize

The Gulps have released the official lyrics video for their brand single ‘Lola Cola’ directed by Sandra Crilo, featuring an amazing Stop-motion animation handmade technique via XS Noize today. The track is taken from the […]

Montreal’s CORRIDOR will release debut album 'Junior' on October 18th
Gigs

Montreal’s CORRIDOR will release debut album ‘Junior’ on October 18th

September 2, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of a European tour in November, Montreal’s Corridor will release ‘Junior’ on CD/LP/DL/CS October 18th, 2019 worldwide through Sub Pop with the exception of Canada through Bonsound. With ‘Junior’, the group make the most […]

BAT FOR LASHES drops new single 'Desert Man' ahead of the release of her fifth album 'Lost Girls'
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BAT FOR LASHES drops new single ‘Desert Man’ ahead of the release of her fifth album ‘Lost Girls’

September 2, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Bat For Lashes aka Natasha Khan drops a final clue ahead of the release of her fifth album “Lost Girls” next week in the form of “ Desert Man”, In a change of pace from the tracks […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB Announce 2020 European Tour
Gigs

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB Announce 2020 European Tour

September 2, 2019 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have announced headline European tour dates for January 2020, with tickets on sale from September 6th. Following a landmark headline performance in front of 35,000 people at London’s Community Festival last summer, […]

HOZIER to bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019 1
Gigs

HOZIER to bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019

August 31, 2019 XS Noize

Following his headline performance last night at Electric Picnic, Hozier will bring his Wasteland Baby! World Tour home to Dublin’s 3Arena on 10th December 2019. Special guest will be Freya Ridings, who has just released her debut album. Hozier is currently on a sold-out tour […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes - Lost Girls
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bat for Lashes – Lost Girls

August 31, 2019 Lori Gava

On September 6th Songstress Natasha Khan, better known by the moniker Bat for Lashes, releases her fifth studio album, “Lost Girls”. The album is the follow up to her evocative 2016 release “The Bride”. Her […]

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases new solo track ‘Voyager’
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Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases new solo track ‘Voyager’

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH today releases the first track from a brand new upcoming project to be released via Columbia Records. ‘Voyager’ draws on Epworth’s love of house and cosmic disco, influenced by […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Victoria’s Flight - ‘Last Days Of Summer' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Victoria’s Flight – ‘Last Days Of Summer’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Last Days Of Summer’ from Victoria’s Flight. Victoria’s Flight consists of childhood friends Craig Harkness and Matt Robertson. They have established a loyal and growing fanbase in their […]

TAYLOR SWIFT surpasses 1 million albums in China in first week
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TAYLOR SWIFT surpasses 1 million albums in China in first week

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Global superstar Taylor Swift, a ten-time GRAMMY winner, singer, songwriter, musician and producer, set a new record for an international artist in China with the release of her multi-platinum album Lover. Already Lover has become […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blinker The Star - 'Sweet Nothing' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blinker The Star – ‘Sweet Nothing’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Sweet Nothing’ from Blinker the Star. Blinker the Star began as a lo-fi, one-man studio band (Jordon Zadorozny) turned slightly left of centre rock 3 piece, releasing two […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce brand new single 'Trouble Every Day' - Listen Now
Gigs

SHE DREW THE GUN announce brand new single ‘Trouble Every Day’ – Listen Now

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from a series of triumphant festival appearances this summer, including performances at Glastonbury, Latitude, Bluedot and Deer Shed, She Drew The Gun announce brand new single ‘Trouble Every Day’ released on Skeleton Key Records […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Nashville Trio LOCKELAND Share Rich New Single, 'Drive' Ahead of UK Tour Dates
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TRACK PREMIERE: Nashville Trio LOCKELAND Share Rich New Single, ‘Drive’ Ahead of UK Tour Dates

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

New US country trio Lockeland (Michael Boris, Kyndon Oakes and Mark Vikingstad), are set to release their sophomore single ‘Drive’, ahead of their UK appearances at The Long Road and Millport Festival this summer. Penned […]

808 State Announce New EP and Manchester Micro-Rave In-Store
Gigs

808 State Announce New EP and Manchester Micro-Rave In-Store

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their seventh studio album on October 11th, 808 State unveils their Subsequent Granada Report EP: a four-track release that explores glitchy, paranoia-ridden electro, breaks-laden techno and forward-thinking rave, all imbued […]

JAMES BLUNT Announces Early 2020 UK Tour
Gigs

JAMES BLUNT Announces Early 2020 UK Tour

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following the news that his sixth studio album, ‘Once Upon A Mind’, will be released on October 25th via Atlantic Records, James Blunt today announces a major 2020 UK and European tour including a must-see […]

SNOW PATROL Announce Reworked tour for Dublin & Belfast
Gigs

SNOW PATROL Announce Reworked tour for Dublin & Belfast

August 30, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Snow Patrol confirm their Reworked tour for Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on 26 November 2019 and Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 28 November 2019. On this tour, Snow Patrol will play re-imagined versions of tracks from […]

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