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          The Proclaimers Share New Single ‘You May Offend’ From Forthcoming Album

          June 26, 2026

          The Proclaimers have shared “You May Offend,” the title track from their forthcoming new album, out September 11 via Cooking Vinyl. The album is Craig and Charlie Reid’s first since 2022’s Dentures Out and marks […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian Share New Single ‘SUPERPOWERS’ From Forthcoming Album ‘Act III’

          June 26, 2026

          Kasabian have shared their new single “SUPERPOWERS,” the third track to be taken from their forthcoming ninth studio album, Act III, out September 4. The new single follows the announcement of Act III and the […]

          Enter Shikari
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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 […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

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          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
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          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
        • Chimers
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Chimers’ Padraic Skehan on Lockdown Origins, Wollongong & Playing Loud

          June 26, 2026

          Based in the vibrant coastal hub of Wollongong, Australia, Chimers have rapidly evolved from a lockdown project into one of the most vital post-punk forces in the Southern Hemisphere. Formed in 2020 by life partners […]

          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 […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          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
          Podcast

          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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NOEL GALLAGHER jokes kids are 'lucky' to have him as a dad at London Palladium gig
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NOEL GALLAGHER jokes kids are ‘lucky’ to have him as a dad at London Palladium gig

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher joked that his three children, sons Donovan and Sonny and daughter Anais, are “lucky bastards” to have him as a dad as he dedicated his song ‘AKA… What A Life!’ to them at […]

Irish singer songwriter MITCH MCATEER set to release his debut EP - Listen to track
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Irish singer songwriter MITCH MCATEER set to release his debut EP – Listen to track

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Mitch McAteer is a 21-year-old Irish singer-songwriter set to release his debut EP. The gravitas of Mitch’s voice finds a worthy home alongside the alt-folk collection’s sombre guitar and lazy, rolling drums. There are moments […]

ALIAS KID - Release BRAND NEW Single 'Beat Up Your Soul' - Listen Now
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ALIAS KID – Release BRAND NEW Single ‘Beat Up Your Soul’ – Listen Now

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Alias Kid has released their BRAND NEW single ‘Beat Up Your Soul’ today May 10th.  The new track is a mix of upbeat rhythms and soaring guitars, with great ambience from the punchy verses and […]

SAM WICKENS - Announces debut album 'All I've Seen' released on June 13th - Listen to track
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SAM WICKENS – Announces debut album ‘All I’ve Seen’ released on June 13th – Listen to track

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Wickens, from Bangor Co. Down, Northern Ireland is a mesmerising solo performer, gifted with the talent to arouse the soul with haunting melodies laced with poignant lyrics sung with his trademark transparency of spirit. […]

Avicii's new song 'SOS (Feat. Aloe Blacc)' is out now - Watch Video
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AVICII – Shares New Track ‘TOUGH LOVE’ – Listen Now

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Avicii’s new track “Tough Love” from the upcoming album TIM, is out now. Produced and written by Tim Bergling, Vincent Pontare and Salem Al Fakir (Vargas & Lagola), the track stays true to the infectious […]

THE NATIONAL Announce December UK Tour Dates
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THE NATIONAL Announce December UK Tour Dates

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

With their eighth studio album I Am Easy To Find due out next Friday 17th May, The National has announced their final UK live dates for 2019. The headline shows in Brighton, Leeds, Cardiff and […]

INTERVIEW: James Chapman of Maps discusses new album, ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss’ 1
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INTERVIEW: James Chapman of Maps discusses new album, ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss’

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated Northampton composer/producer Maps is set to release his fourth album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ on the 10th May 2019 through Mute. ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ is a career-defining, ambitious album that sees the bedroom […]

OTHER NATURE Announce New Single 'Walking A Wall' - Listen Now
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OTHER NATURE Announce New Single ‘Walking A Wall’ – Listen Now

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

No strangers to the music world, Watford’s Other Nature are multi-instrumentalist and producer Sena Verdi AKA Lyonheart, and singer/writer Tariq Khan. Friends since high school, today they announce the release of their brand new single […]

PLAYLIST: XS Noize April 2019
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PLAYLIST: XS Noize April 2019

May 9, 2019 Ben P Scott

The new 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 April 2019 edition features tracks from Tame Impala, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: We Are Strangers (Josh Kramon) Shares "Thirty Days" as heard on CW's iZombie
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TRACK PREMIERE: We Are Strangers (Josh Kramon) Shares “Thirty Days” as heard on CW’s iZombie

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

We are Strangers is the brainchild of T.V and Film composer, Josh Kramon. He’s best known for his weekly instrumental music for such acclaimed shows as “Veronica Mars”, “iZombie,” “Party Down” and “Lethal Weapon.” In […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Mavis Staples – ‘We Get By’
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mavis Staples – ‘We Get By’

May 9, 2019 Phoebe Hedges

Smooth, soulful and resonating with a message of revolution, ‘We Get By’ is Mavis Staples’ twelfth studio album, but her first collaboration with GRAMMY Award-winner Ben Harper. The Rock’n’Roll hall of famer turns 80 next […]

METALLICA: Worldwired Tour heads to SLANE CASTLE: Saturday 8th June 2019
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METALLICA – Confirm Full Line-Up for Slane Castle on Saturday 8th June

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Metallica’s WorldWired Tour comes to Slane Castle on Saturday 8th June. Ghost, Stiff Little Fingers, Bokassa and Dublin band Fangclub have been confirmed as special guests. This will be Metallica’s first Irish show in a decade. Tickets from €89.50 including booking […]

ROGER DALTREY Announces THE WHO'S 'TOMMY ORCHESTRAL' album out 14th June
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ROGER DALTREY Announces THE WHO’S ‘TOMMY ORCHESTRAL’ album out 14th June

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

In the of Summer 2018, Roger Daltrey and his band toured the USA performing The Who’s classic album ‘Tommy’ with some of the finest symphony orchestras that America has to offer, an experience that Daltrey […]

IMAGINE DRAGONS are to take a hiatus after performing live at the 2019 UEFA Champions League Final Opening Ceremony
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IMAGINE DRAGONS are to take a hiatus after performing live at the 2019 UEFA Champions League Final Opening Ceremony

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds has revealed the group will take a hiatus after performing live at the 2019 UEFA Champions League Final Opening Ceremony presented by Pepsi at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on […]

LEWIS CAPALDI nearly didn't bother finishing 'Someone You Loved'
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LEWIS CAPALDI nearly didn’t bother finishing ‘Someone You Loved’

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Lewis Capaldi almost missed out on his smash hit ‘Someone You Loved’ as he wasn’t going to bother completing the track because he was fed up with writing songs about teenage romances. The 22-year-old Scottish […]

Andy Rourke says the world needs "colourful characters" like his old bandmate Morrissey
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Andy Rourke says the world needs “colourful characters” like his old bandmate Morrissey

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Andy Rourke has opened up about his “colourful” former Smiths bandmate Morrissey and his unbreakable bond with guitarist Johnny Marr. The 55-year-old bassist co-founded The Smiths with frontman Morrissey in Manchester in 1982, and he […]

TRACK PREMIERE: RIVAL KARMA are back today with their rollicking new single Go! - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: RIVAL KARMA are back today with their rollicking new single Go! – Listen Now

May 9, 2019 XS Noize

Fuzz-powered alt-rock duo Rival Karma is back today with their rollicking new single Go!, the first track to be lifted from their upcoming new EP A.Y.N (Are You, Ninja?). The EP is set for release […]

Alan McGee (Creation Records) will be doing an exclusive Q&A session in The Sugar Club Dublin on May 28th.
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Alan McGee (Creation Records) will be doing an exclusive Q&A session in The Sugar Club Dublin on May 28th.

May 8, 2019 XS Noize

Alan McGee – one of the most important names of the music industry of the last 30 years and now the subject of a film by Trainspotting creators Danny Boyle and Irvine Welsh, will be doing an exclusive Q&A […]

Manchesters SAN PEDRO to release brand new EP - The Demon Sessions 1
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Manchesters SAN PEDRO to release brand new EP – The Demon Sessions

May 8, 2019 XS Noize

San Pedro is the brainchild of Rikki Turner, ex-lead singer of seminal Mancunian Electro/Indie band Paris Angels and more recently The New Southern Elektrik and The Hurt. The name ‘San Pedro’ comes from Rikki’s love […]

Keith Flint's death not ruled as suicide
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Keith Flint’s death not ruled as suicide

May 8, 2019 XS Noize

Keith Flint’s coroner’s report has revealed the Prodigy frontman died from hanging with unspecified amounts of cocaine, alcohol and codeine in his system. Keith Flint’s death has not been ruled a suicide because there is […]

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