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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 […]

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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
          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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RING RING ROUGE return with their second album, 'Talking in Instalments' on August 23rd 2019
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RING RING ROUGE return with their second album, ‘Talking in Instalments’ on August 23rd 2019

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

Ring Ring Rouge will make their long-awaited return with the release of their second album, Talking in Instalments on August 23rd 2019. The Burnley band’s well-received debut album Head Full of Fog, saw Ring Ring […]

LA-based scuzz rock 4-piece GOON have shared a new video for “CCLL”
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LA-based scuzz rock 4-piece GOON have shared a new video for “CCLL”

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

LA-based scuzz rock 4-piece GOON have shared a new video for “CCLL”. Self-directed by Goon frontman/guitarist Kenny Becker, the music video accompanies one of the understated highlights of their debut album ‘Heaven Is Humming’ (out […]

THE MURDER CAPITAL share new live video for 'Don't Cling To Life'
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THE MURDER CAPITAL share new live video for ‘Don’t Cling To Life’

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Dublin’s The Murder Capital have shared a new live video for their BBC 6 Music B-listed single “Don’t Cling To Life.” The video follows the release of their debut album “When I Have Fears” […]

IN FOCUS// Madness + Ian Broudie & the Lightning Seeds @ Custom House Square, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Madness + Ian Broudie & the Lightning Seeds @ Custom House Square, Belfast

August 21, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Camden Ska Legend’s Madness took to the stage in Belfast’s iconic Custom House Square last night with a sea of fez’s greeting them. Our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night.     […]

FEEDER release new video for single 'Blue Sky Blue' - Watch Now
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FEEDER release new video for single ‘Blue Sky Blue’ – Watch Now

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

Feeder entered the official UK charts last week with album ‘Tallulah’ at #4, a significant achievement for this Iconic British band, securing their highest album entry for 13 years and certifying their musical longevity. “The […]

KOJAQUE and LUKA PALM return with a brand new single, 'Airbnb' - Listen Now
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KOJAQUE and LUKA PALM return with a brand new single, ‘Airbnb’ – Listen Now

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

Kojaque and Luka Palm have today dropped a brand new single, ‘Airbnb’ – the first to be taken from the pair’s collaborative project, ‘Green Diesel’, which is coming soon. Kojaque has additionally been confirmed to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Brooklyn-based artist STIMMERMAN unveils ‘Painted Smile' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Brooklyn-based artist STIMMERMAN unveils ‘Painted Smile’ – Listen Now

August 21, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Painted Smile’ from Brooklyn-based artist Stimmerman’s debut album, Goofballs, out later this year.  Quote from Eva Lawitts: “‘Painted Smile’ is the final track off of my forthcoming album, Goofballs, […]

IN FOCUS// FOO FIGHTERS @ BELFAST VITAL 2019, Boucher Road Playing Fields, Belfast 9
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// FOO FIGHTERS @ BELFAST VITAL 2019, Boucher Road Playing Fields, Belfast

August 20, 2019 Bernie McAllister

Foo Fighters played an amazing show at Boucher Road Playing Fields, Belfast last night, August 19th 2019.  Bernie McAllister was on hand to take these amazing images.                 […]

KIM GORDON announces her first-ever solo album, 'No Home Record,' to be released October 11th 2
New Music

KIM GORDON announces her first-ever solo album, ‘No Home Record,’ to be released October 11th

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

Today, multi-disciplinary artist Kim Gordon announced her first-ever solo album, No Home Record, to be released October 11th on Matador Records. The announcement of No Home Record follows the recent opening of Gordon’s solo exhibition […]

IDLEWILD share 'There's A Place For Everything' video & announce November tour!
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IDLEWILD share ‘There’s A Place For Everything’ video & announce November tour!

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

Following the critical acclaim of their eighth studio album Interview Music, out now via Empty Words, Idlewild have now released an unusual and playful video for their new single There’s a Place For Everything. Following […]

Britpop favourites SLEEPER announce new album + UK dates
Gigs

SLEEPER release new video for ‘More Than I Do’ – Watch Now

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

SLEEPER have released a video for ‘More Than I Do’. The track is taken from their new album ‘The Modern Age’, which is out now. The New album, ‘The Modern Age’, which was released on […]

INTERVIEW: Snow Patrol's Nathan Connolly on new album Wildness + possible return to Ward Park, Bangor 2
Gigs

SNOW PATROL to be honoured with ‘Legend Award’ in Belfast on November 7th

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced Snow Patrol as recipients of the 2019 Oh Yeah Legend award. In recognition of the band’s extraordinary achievements over the last 25 years, the presentation will be made at […]

Irish folk band BEOGA announce headline show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 19th December 2019
Gigs

Irish folk band BEOGA announce headline show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 19th December 2019

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

Irish folk band Beoga are pleased to announce a headline show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 19th December 2019. Following on from their stunning single ‘Matthew’s Daughter’ Irish quintet Beoga are back again with […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce release of LIVE IN THE CITY OF ANGELS, concert capturing their most successful US tour ever
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SIMPLE MINDS announce release of LIVE IN THE CITY OF ANGELS, concert capturing their most successful US tour ever

August 20, 2019 XS Noize

On 4th October, BMG will release LIVE IN THE CITY OF ANGELS, an album that captures Simple Minds live on their most recent tour. Following the huge acclaim of 2018’s Walk Between Worlds album (“The […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release the video for 'This Is The Place' - Watch Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release the video for ‘This Is The Place’ – Watch Now

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent release of new single ‘This Is The Place’, today Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release the video for the track, directed by Dan Cadan and Jonathan Mowatt, who also directed the video […]

THE MODERN STRANGERS release video for 'Be Your Lover' - Watch Now
Gigs

THE MODERN STRANGERS release video for ‘Be Your Lover’ – Watch Now

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

The Modern Strangers today release the self-directed visual to accompany their track ‘Be Your Lover’. Speaking about the video they say, “Because this song has always been a highlight in our set, we wanted to […]

RED HOUSE have revealed the video for their latest single 'Spaceman' - Watch Now
Gigs

RED HOUSE have revealed the video for their latest single ‘Spaceman’ – Watch Now

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

Red House have revealed the video for their latest single ‘Spaceman’.The Belfast-based band won The Goat’s Toe Battle of the Bands and the Oh Yeah Centre Clash of the New Breeds in 2018 to set […]

THE NATIONAL announce new live performance film & EP
Gigs

THE NATIONAL announce new live performance film & EP

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

The National announce the release of The National: I Am Easy To Find, Live From New York’s Beacon Theatre via Amazon Prime Video and The National: Live From New York’s Beacon Theatre EP via Amazon […]

MARK MORRISS releases 'The Beans' from new solo album 'Look Up' - Listen Now
New Music

MARK MORRISS releases ‘The Beans’ from new solo album ‘Look Up’ – Listen Now

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

‘The Beans’, is the second single to be taken from Mark Morriss’ fourth solo album ‘Look Up’, and is set for a digital release via independent record label Reckless Yes on 23 August 2019. With […]

Swedish indie rock trio DEPORTEES unveil beautiful new video for current single 'Covered In Dreams'
New Music

Swedish indie rock trio DEPORTEES unveil beautiful new video for current single ‘Covered In Dreams’

August 19, 2019 XS Noize

Deportees have unveiled the breathtakingly beautiful video for current single ‘Covered In Dreams’. The track is taken from the award-winning Swedish band’s first full UK album release, All Future, which will be released on October […]

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