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        • Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
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          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • 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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VIDEO PREMIERE: The BeauBowBelles - "Weightless" - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The BeauBowBelles – “Weightless” – Watch Now

April 15, 2019 XS Noize

Weightless is the brand new single from The BeauBowBelles. Released on 1st May, it sets a new pace and intensity for the band. “Weightless” addresses the internal struggles of an anxious mind, forever in fear […]

INTERVIEW: singer-songwriter Billy Lockett talks ahead of Belfast show 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: singer-songwriter Billy Lockett talks ahead of Belfast show

April 14, 2019 XS Noize

Up and coming singer-songwriter Billy Lockett plays a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 17th April 2019. Having recently toured with Jeff Lynne’s ELO’s and Lewis Capaldi. Billy has just released his […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Beirut - Gallipoli
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Beirut – Hammersmith Apollo, London

April 13, 2019 Michael Barron

Whilst it is perplexing, if not impossible to agree upon the genres and categories of music Beirut belong to; it is almost impossible not to ascertain that there is something captivating, unique, special and mesmerising […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Mountain Goats - In League with Dragons
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Mountain Goats – In League with Dragons

April 13, 2019 Lori Gava

Prolific Indie band The Mountain Goats is releasing their 17th release, “In League with Dragons” on April 26th. The Mountain Goats founder, lead singer, songwriter, guitarist, John Darnielle has always been the nexus and driving […]

SAINT SAPPHIRE - bring their sonic assault to the people with new single, 'Rule The World Tonight' - Listen Now
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SAINT SAPPHIRE – bring their sonic assault to the people with new single, ‘Rule The World Tonight’ – Listen Now

April 12, 2019 XS Noize

Saint Sapphire emerged from a place in between the Indie and Punk movements from Belfast, Northern Ireland, making upbeat songs with a hard edge, but with their own streetwise swagger, unique musicality and infectious hooks. […]

CHARLOTTE drops her new single ‘Nervous’ + announces Dublin show
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CHARLOTTE drops her new single ‘Nervous’ + announces Dublin show

April 12, 2019 XS Noize

Following her, on stage performances with Picture This over Five SOLD OUT Dublin 3 Arena shows. CHARLOTTE drops her new single ‘Nervous’ taken from the ‘Nowhere To Hide’ EP out on 3rd May and announces a headline Dublin show at The Grand Social on July 02nd (On sale […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: London-based artist MAGUIRE has revealed her debut single ‘Behind The Screen’
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: London-based artist MAGUIRE has revealed her debut single ‘Behind The Screen’

April 12, 2019 Millie Cox

London-based artist MAGUIRE has revealed her debut single ‘Behind The Screen’. Filled with dreamy and ethereal strains, the song begins with a simple piano refrain which gradually builds and layers syncopated jazz rhythms with beautiful, […]

IAN BROWN Reveals Video for Latest single ‘From Chaos To Harmony’ - Watch Now
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IAN BROWN Reveals Video for Latest single ‘From Chaos To Harmony’ – Watch Now

April 12, 2019 XS Noize

Ian Brown has today released the brilliant new video, for his single ‘From Chaos To Harmony’, which was written and directed by London-based film director John Nolan, whose background in animatronic effects influences this ‘80s […]

TAME IMPALA release new track 'Borderline' - Listen Now
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TAME IMPALA release new track ‘Borderline’ – Listen Now

April 12, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of their headline slot at Coachella this weekend and next, Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) have released their new single, “Borderline.” The track debuted on Saturday Night Live on March 30 and is out now […]

INTERVIEW: Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody on Ward Park 3 - "We wanted to complete the hat trick." 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody on Ward Park 3 – “We wanted to complete the hat trick.”

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Over the last 25 years, Snow Patrol have released 7 albums and racked up an impressive number of critical and commercial accolades, including 13 million global album sales, 1 billion global track streams, 5 UK […]

Avicii's new song 'SOS (Feat. Aloe Blacc)' is out now - Watch Video
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Avicii’s new song ‘SOS (Feat. Aloe Blacc)’ is out now – Watch Video

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Avicii’s new song ‘SOS (Feat. Aloe Blacc)’ is out now. The first track to be released from the upcoming album TIM is a sleek and modern song, built on Aloe Blacc’s soaring voice and brightly […]

Beabadoobee Releases video for “If You Want To” - Watch Now
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Beabadoobee Releases video for “If You Want To” – Watch Now

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

London based bedroom-pop songwriter Beabadoobee has released a video for “If You Want To”, taken from her recently released EP, Patched Up. Born in Manilla and raised in London, Bea Kristi began recording music as […]

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds - Distant Sky - Stream the full length film free
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Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds – Distant Sky – Stream the full length film free

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

For one night only in 2018, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds shared a show from their celebrated 2017 world tour on cinema screens worldwide. One year on, fans will have a chance to relive that incredible […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Beirut - Gallipoli
Gigs

BEIRUT adds late summer and autumn worldwide tour dates

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Beirut has announced 28 new tour dates today in the UK, European and the US, including a stop in Gallipoli, the namesake of the band’s fifth studio album, which was released earlier this year. Yesterday, […]

DISTANT SKY Announced feat: TOUR ALASKA and more - Saturday 22nd June at Rathlin Island / Ballycastle 2
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DISTANT SKY Announced feat: TOUR ALASKA and more – Saturday 22nd June at Rathlin Island / Ballycastle

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Snow Water presents the first in a series of events showcasing and profiling music, the spoken word and the shared experience. Our first event this year will take place on the beautiful island of Rathlin, […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: A-LEO - Don't Wanna Get Up
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: A-LEO – Don’t Wanna Get Up

April 11, 2019 Gemma Harewood

The newest record on the funkily titled Flamingo Recordings has been produced by US/Iranian artist A-LEO. Sitting well with vocals by American singer Jason Farol, “Don’t Wanna Get Up” is a refreshing twist on the […]

INTERVIEW: Andy Gill (Gang of Four) - "We have arrived at the land of happiness." 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Andy Gill (Gang of Four) – “We have arrived at the land of happiness.”

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Pioneering post-punk band Gang of Four will release their brand new full-length Happy Now on April 19th, 2019. Happy Now comes 40 years after the release of the band’s groundbreaking debut Entertainment!, diving deeper into […]

PREMIERE: HAVVK prepare to hypnotise with their ambient new track 'The Factory' - Listen Now 1
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PREMIERE: HAVVK prepare to hypnotise with their ambient new track ‘The Factory’ – Listen Now

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

HAVVK prepare to hypnotise with their ambient new track The Factory, out on 12th April 2019 via Veta Records. This track is the fourth release from their upcoming debut album, Cause & Effect, out on […]

Insomniac Bears
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TRACK PREMIERE: Insomniac Bears – ‘A Nod in the Darkness’ – Listen Now

April 11, 2019 XS Noize

Since the release of their debut single ‘Scenic Drives’ in 2017, Insomniac Bears have continued to deliver lyrical vulnerability, sonic experimentation and honest pop-anthems. The band is a vibrant combination of established Norwegian musicians; multi-instrumentalist […]

Irish Indie Folk Band VILLAGERS to Play at Bangor's Open House Festival 1
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Irish Indie Folk Band VILLAGERS to Play at Bangor’s Open House Festival

April 10, 2019 XS Noize

Irish indie folk band Villagers will play an intimate gig as part of this year’s Open House Festival Bangor. The concert will take place on Friday 23rd August in First Bangor church – a new venue for […]

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