Skip to main content
Trending
  • LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
  • The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’
  • Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us
  • Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’
  • Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’
XS Noize | Independent Music News
  • News
        • The Strokes
          News

          The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’

          May 13, 2026

          The Strokes unveil the new single “Falling out of Love” from their upcoming album Reality Awaits today.  The band will premiere the song tomorrow night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, one of the […]

          Dea Matrona
          News

          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          Billy Corgan
          News

          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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
          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

  • About Us
  • Contribute
  • Home
  • Page
  • 462

INTERVIEW: Gomez' Ben Ottewell Talks 20 years of ‘Liquid Skin' 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Gomez’ Ben Ottewell Talks 20 years of ‘Liquid Skin’

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury Prize-winning, British band Gomez release the 20th-anniversary release of their triumphant second album ‘Liquid Skin’ on July 12th. Abbey Road’s Frank Arkwright has delved into the archives to remaster ‘Liquid Skin from the original […]

AFRICA EXPRESS share new track, ‘MAMA’ - Listen Now
News

AFRICA EXPRESS share new track, ‘MAMA’ – Listen Now

July 10, 2019 XS Noize

Mama, the fifth track taken from Africa Express’ forthcoming studio album EGOLI is available now, listen below. Mama is a Shangaan inspired electro track featuring Acholitronix pioneer Otim Aplha; producer and songwriter Georgia; and funk duo Radio 123, written and […]

STEREOLAB announce second batch of expanded album reissues, out Sept 13th
New Music

STEREOLAB announce second batch of expanded album reissues, out Sept 13th

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

On September 13th, 2019, Stereolab continue their year-long seven-album reissue campaign with the release of 1996’s Emperor Tomato Ketchup, 1997’s Dots and Loops and 1999’s Cobra and Phases Group Play Voltage in the Milky Night […]

FRIENDLY FIRES Announce details of new album 'Inflorescent' + share single 'Silhouettes'
Gigs

FRIENDLY FIRES announce details of their long awaited third album, ‘Inflorescent’

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

Having spent the last year reminding everyone exactly why they’re one of the UK’s best-loved bands via a series of jubilant, celebratory live shows and a duo of singles (‘Love Like Waves’and ‘Heaven Let Me […]

VILLAGERS share brand new single "Summer's Song" - Watch Video
Gigs

VILLAGERS share brand new single “Summer’s Song” – Watch Video

July 9, 2019 XS Noize

Villagers share a brand new single, “Summer’s Song”. Featuring a chorus of six flugelhorns, “ Summer’s Song” was written and produced by Conor O’Brien and mixed by the legendary Dave Fridmann (Tame Impala, Flaming Lips, […]

Have Any Kind Of Music Festival You Want After You Have Won The Lottery 1
Features 2

Have Any Kind Of Music Festival You Want After You Have Won The Lottery

July 8, 2019 XS Noize

It is safe to say, any person who can hear likes music. Infants and non-verbal people enjoy music. Even animals can be comforted with music. However, the person who will call in sick to work, […]

IN FOCUS// Frank Turner @ King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow, Scotland 10
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Frank Turner @ King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow, Scotland

July 8, 2019 Clair McAllister

Frank Turner, renowned for his ingrained fan loyalty and passion for live shows, scheduled a last-minute show in Glasgow’s legendary King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut on 06/07/19, following the cancellation of The Electric Fields Festival, […]

LIVE REVIEW: New Order bridge generation gap in stunning Dublin set
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: New Order bridge generation gap in stunning Dublin set

July 8, 2019 Lee Campbell

There was joy in the air when New Order took to the stage last night on a beautiful summer evening at Trinity College in Dublin. The band, entering to music by Vorspiel, New Order leading […]

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces 3ARENA, DUBLIN Show, SUNDAY 24th NOVEMBER + Shares New Track, The River 1
Playlists

XS Noize June PLAYLIST – Listen Now

July 8, 2019 Ben P Scott

The monthly XS Noize playlists on Spotify bring together the most essential new music of the last month that has been featured on the site. The June 2019 edition features tracks from Heads Off, JARV […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Oliver Marson - 'Cocaine Romance' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Oliver Marson – ‘Cocaine Romance’ – Watch Now

July 8, 2019 XS Noize

‘Cocaine Romance’ is the first solo release by Oliver Marson, which will also be the lead single from the forthcoming ‘Cocaine Romance’ E.P. Oliver explains the reasoning behind the track: ‘Cocaine Romance’ was written when […]

ROE shares video for her latest single, ‘Girls’ - Watch Now
New Music

ROE shares video for her latest single, ‘Girls’ – Watch Now

July 8, 2019 XS Noize

After gaining 20k streams in its first week of release, ROE has released the simple yet thought-provoking video for her latest single, ‘Girls’. Railing against the pressures of perfection often presented through social media and […]

Breathe – The PINK FLOYD Experience return to Belfast in April to present 'Echoes – The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE'
Gigs

Breathe – The PINK FLOYD Experience return to Belfast in April to present ‘Echoes – The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE’

July 5, 2019 XS Noize

Following a run of sold-out tours Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience present “Echoes – The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE”, an explosive 2hr + live music experience showcasing the very best of Pink Floyd. […]

SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single 'What You Do For Love' - Listen Now
Gigs

SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single ‘What You Do For Love’ – Listen Now

July 5, 2019 XS Noize

Iconic Brit rockers Skunk Anansie return with the brilliant new single ‘What You Do For Love’, which had its world exclusive first play on Jo Whiley’s BBC Radio 2 show last night. Raw and reflective, […]

PRIMAL SCREAM reissue early classic ‘Velocity Girl’ on 7" Vinyl
Gigs

PRIMAL SCREAM reissue early classic ‘Velocity Girl’ on 7″ Vinyl

July 5, 2019 XS Noize

In just 82 seconds, Primal Scream’s ‘Velocity Girl’ became a landmark moment in the nascent indie scene and ignited a band who would become a pivotal part of British music culture. First released as the […]

THE BE POSITIVES debut with ‘70s inspired mad-pop single ‘Monkey (Cheetah)’ - Watch Video
New Music

THE BE POSITIVES debut with ‘70s inspired mad-pop single ‘Monkey (Cheetah)’ – Watch Video

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

THE BE POSITIVES is a northern conundrum. Consisting of Mike Seal (Guitar, Piano & Vocals), Rob Hatton (Bass & Vocals), Simon Mayne (Lead Guitar & Vocals) and Callum Darley (Drums & Vocals), they were splayed […]

LIZ LAWRENCE announces details of her forthcoming new long player ‘Pity Party’ on October 25th
Gigs

LIZ LAWRENCE announces details of her forthcoming new long player ‘Pity Party’ on October 25th

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

Having launched her epic new pop banger of a single ‘Navigator’ just under two weeks ago, which has so far generated plays from Lauren Laverne and Huw Stephens as well as New Music Friday adds […]

US alt-pop band DREAMERS play Reading & Leeds Festivals this summer
Gigs

US alt-pop band DREAMERS play Reading & Leeds Festivals this summer

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

US alternative pop band DREAMERS have announced that they will play Reading & Leeds festivals this summer, ahead of their UK tour supporting The Night Café. Fresh off the back of the release of their […]

THE FUTUREHEADS will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July
Gigs

THE FUTUREHEADS will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

The Futureheads will release the single ‘Good Night Out’ / ‘Listen, Little Man!’ on 5th July. It’s the second single to be taken from their forthcoming album ‘Powers’, which is released on The Orchard on […]

Electronic super-group LATE NIGHT VERSIONS Share FREE DOWNLOAD for ‘Last Night’ - Listen Now
Exclusive!

Electronic super-group LATE NIGHT VERSIONS Share FREE DOWNLOAD for ‘Last Night’ – Listen Now

July 4, 2019 XS Noize

Electronic super-group Late Night Versions consisting of veteran DJ Andy Nicholls, Steve Smith from Dirty Vegas fame and now a current member of seminal rock band Squeeze and John Jacobs, a founding member of legendary […]

London alt-rockers HEAVY HEART share entrancing new release 'Cry Ice' - Listen Now
Gigs

London alt-rockers HEAVY HEART share entrancing new release ‘Cry Ice’ – Listen Now

July 3, 2019 XS Noize

Drifting seamlessly into the spotlight with a combination of vivid songwriting and luscious dream pop, London alt-rockers Heavy Heart showcase their emotional sensibilities to perfection in entrancing new release Cry Ice. Forming the final part […]

Posts pagination

« 1 … 461 462 463 … 780 »

LATEST PODCASTS

  • Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
    Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us
    May 12, 2026
  • da Googie
    Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283
    May 5, 2026
  • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
    Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
    April 29, 2026
  • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
    Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
    April 22, 2026
  • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
    Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
    April 14, 2026
  • The Boxer Rebellion
    The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279
    April 7, 2026

TOP UK MUSIC BLOG 2026

Trending Articles

  • WestlifeWESTLIFE set to ring in 2023 at New Year’s Festival Dublin November 10, 2022
  • Billy CorganBilly Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’ May 11, 2026
  • museMUSE share immersive interstellar video for new track ‘Cryogen’ ahead of new album The Wow! Signal May 8, 2026
  • YungbludFive of Yungblud’s biggest hits August 24, 2025
  • The WaterboysMike Scott Takes on “Bullies” in The Waterboys’ New Single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name’ May 7, 2026
  • Imagine Dragons11 of Imagine Dragons’ biggest selling hits April 10, 2025
  • ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig TreeALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree May 7, 2026
  • Billie Eilish12 interesting facts about Billie Eilish January 11, 2025
  • BSSBroken Social Scene share video for “Only The Good I Keep” from acclaimed new album “Remember The Humans” May 8, 2026
  • Chance PeñaChance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour May 8, 2026

  • facebook
  • twitter
  • Youtube
  • instagram
  • Spotify
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

Copyright © 2024 | XS Noize. Website by Skyhaven Media