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          News

          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

          Mae Stephens
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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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          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
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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
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          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
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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. […]

          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
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          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
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          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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ALBUM REVIEW: Craig Finn - I Need A New War
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Craig Finn – I Need A New War

April 30, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Craig Finn’s lyricism could just as easily be classed as poetry, prose or short story telling. His turn of phrase and timing are a delight throughout I Need A New War, his fourth solo album. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Frank Turner - 'Be More Kind'
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FRANK TURNER announces full line-up for 2019’s Lost Evenings Festival

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Frank Turner’s award-winning Lost Evenings Festival comes to Boston’s House Of Blues on 16th – 19th May 2019. The now sold out 4-day festival (winner of the AIM Best Independent Festival Award in September 2017) […]

Irish musician TALOS announces headline Belfast show at The Duke Of York, Thursday 5th December
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Irish musician TALOS announces headline Belfast show at The Duke Of York, Thursday 5th December

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Irish musician Talos is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Duke Of York on Thursday 05th December 2019. The new critically-acclaimed album ‘Far Out Dust’ is available now. “A lot of this […]

TRAVIS to release 'Live at Glastonbury ’99', plus expanded editions of 'The Man Who' in June 1
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TRAVIS to release ‘Live at Glastonbury ’99’, plus expanded editions of ‘The Man Who’ in June

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Travis’ breakthrough year, the band have two exciting releases for June 21st: Live at Glastonbury ’99, plus expanded editions of The Man Who. Available for the very first time, […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Marnik - Up & Down
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Marnik – Up & Down

April 30, 2019 Gemma Harewood

Proving a seriously catchy listen this week is the new single from dance production pair Marnik. With a huge amount of streams to their name, and most recently creating waves with the single “Gam Gam,” […]

THE DEAD SOUTH - Confirm Belfast, Ulster Hall Show on 19th February 2020
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THE DEAD SOUTH – Confirm Belfast, Ulster Hall Show on 19th February 2020

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following their sold-out show at The Button Factory in January, The Dead South confirm they will return to Dublin in 2020 performing at Vicar Street, 18th February. The band will also perform Ulster Hall, Belfast on 19th February. Tickets on sale this Friday […]

Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION release amazing 'FLY AGAIN 2019' video
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Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION release amazing ‘FLY AGAIN 2019’ video

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Japanese superstars MAN WITH A MISSION has announced the release of their brand new single ‘FLY AGAIN 2019’. The band have released an amazing video for the song, filmed at their recent 50,000 capacity headline […]

XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.4– THE TRUSTED 1
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XS NOIZE & PAINTED HALO PRESENT: UNSIGNED #2.4– THE TRUSTED

April 30, 2019 Ivan Marziano

XS Noize and Painted Halo Records are passionate advocates for new music and are delighted to provide a platform for emerging artists in the form of XS Unsigned, a feature showcasing brand new talent cherry-picked […]

HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH add U.K. & IRELAND dates to Highly-Anticipated GROUP THERAPY TOUR 1
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HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH add U.K. & IRELAND dates to Highly-Anticipated GROUP THERAPY TOUR

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

A month ahead of the highly-anticipated Group Therapy Tour launch, Hootie & the Blowfish announced seven dates throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland this October to follow their 47-date U.S. and Canada run of shows. The band will perform at […]

Feeder, Alabama 3, Aslan + Fun Lovin’ Criminals join line-up for HARMONY LIVE 2019 1
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Feeder, Alabama 3, Aslan + Fun Lovin’ Criminals join line-up for HARMONY LIVE 2019

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

Harmony Live, supported by Ards and North Down Borough Council, has unveiled their exciting line-up for this year’s festival, to take place in Holywood Rugby Grounds from 31 May – 2 June 2019. Topping the […]

THE STAVES join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up
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THE STAVES join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

English indie-folk trio The Staves are the latest band to be announced for this year’s Open House Festival, Bangor. The concert will take place on Thursday 22nd August in the beautiful setting of First Bangor […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Cormac Neeson - White Feather
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ALBUM REVIEW: Cormac Neeson – White Feather

April 29, 2019 Daniel Lynch

White Feather announces a new musical direction for Cormac Neeson, best known for his powerhouse vocals fronting The Answer. The singer has fused a who’s who of the Nashville and Irish music scenes to sculpt […]

THE LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019
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THE LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock band The Leisure Society has announced a headline Belfast show at Duke Of York on Wednesday 18th September 2019. On the 10th anniversary of their first ever single ( The Last of the […]

FEATURE: Intergenerational rappers delight with Rapper Stacks card games 1
Features

FEATURE: Intergenerational rappers delight with Rapper Stacks card games

April 27, 2019 Michael Barron

XS Noize has brought you Battle of the Bands: Rock Trump Cards, The Rock Bands Game: Come Together and Music Genius Playing Cards. Fun, entertaining, mesmerising and educational – they all are; however, rap and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Cage the Elephant - Social Cues
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Cage the Elephant – Social Cues

April 27, 2019 Lori Gava

Cage the Elephant has climbed to the upper regions of the popular music tree, becoming Alternative Rock royalty over a span of four albums. Those albums have gained the band both critical and commercial success. […]

CORMAC NEESON announces headline Belfast show at The Black Box, Friday 24th May
Gigs

CORMAC NEESON – Releases his debut album, ‘White Feather’ today + announces live shows

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Cormac Neeson, the lead singer of Irish rock band The Answer, is thrilled to announce his first ever solo run of headline Irish shows and the UK support tour dates with American blues, folk and soul […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse - 'The Ballad of North John Street' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse – ‘The Ballad of North John Street’ – Watch Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

The Ballad of North John Street is the brand-new single from Ian Prowse and was given its first play on Janice Long’s show last week. Released on April 19th via Kitchen Disco Records. The single is taken […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter - 'Not My War' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter – ‘Not My War’ – Listen Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Vagabond Specter is the joint brainchild of vocalist Pablo Specter and guitarist, keyboard player and producer Yuriy Smalius who met in Kiev in 2014. After a year of working together, the duo recruited bassist Egor […]

DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ - Listen Now
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DAVID GRAY Announces ‘Gold In A Brass Age – Ground Control Acoustic Sessions’ EP – Listen to track

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Close on the tail of his critically-praised new album Gold In A Brass Age, David Gray today announces details for an acoustic EP titled ‘Gold In A Brass Age – Ground Control Acoustic Sessions’, due […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: LAPP fuses flavours of alt-R&B with singer-songwriter sensibility on ‘Ride’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: LAPP fuses flavours of alt-R&B with singer-songwriter sensibility on ‘Ride’ – Watch Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

After gaining some serious acclaim from EARMILK, Tom Robinson, Louder Than War on his debut single Tennessee, LAPP now deviates in style, fusing flavours of alt-R&B production with singer-songwriter sensibility with his debut EP, ‘Farfalla’. […]

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