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        • 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 […]

          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 […]

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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
          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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THE LUMINEERS Announce third studio album, ‘III’ + Dublin 3Arena show
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THE LUMINEERS Announce third studio album, ‘III’ + Dublin 3Arena show

April 5, 2019 XS Noize

After the triumph of their UK and US No.1 record, The Lumineers are back with their third studio album, ‘III’, out on Decca Records on 13th September. The two-time GRAMMY-nominated band also release ‘Gloria’, the first […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Us3r - "Renegade" - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Us3r – “Renegade” – Listen Now

April 5, 2019 XS Noize

Us3r is a solo indie electronic artist based in Seattle, WA, who began writing music under that name in 2018. Us3r is a combination of funk, dance, synthpop, and modern pop. Working by day in […]

THE DARKNESS Announce New Album, 'Easter Is Cancelled'
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THE DARKNESS Announce New Album, ‘Easter Is Cancelled’

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

In the Year of Our Lord, 2019, while turmoil and chaos beset the world, a mighty force is about to be unleashed. As the spartan time of Lent unfolds, and society looks set to implode, […]

TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guests Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th
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TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guests Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Following his sold Out Belsonic show in 2018, Timmy Trumpet returns to Belfast along with special guest Jonas Blue, Fedde Le Grand, MaRlo & Jay Pryor at Boucher Road Playing Fields Belfast on Saturday, August […]

The Answer's CORMAC NEESON to release his first ever solo album, 'White Feather' on APRIL 26th 2019
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The Answer’s CORMAC NEESON to release his first ever solo album, ‘White Feather’ on APRIL 26th 2019

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Cormac Neeson, the lead singer of Irish rock band The Answer, is set to release his first ever solo album titled White Feather. The new project propels him into the life-affirming world of the singer/songwriter […]

INTERVIEW: Sonja Sleator discusses her third EP, 'Violent Strawberry' 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Sonja Sleator discusses her third EP, ‘Violent Strawberry’

April 4, 2019 Amanda Stock

Sonja Sleator has established herself as one of Northern Ireland’s most recognisable singer/songwriters. Her story-driven songs are making her one to watch in the Irish music scene and have led to appearances on local radio, […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Hermitude feat Hoodlem - ‘Every Day’ - Watch Video
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Hermitude feat Hoodlem – ‘Every Day’ – Watch Video

April 4, 2019 Millie Cox

Electronic hip hop duo Hermitude are back with their second release of the year ‘Every Day’ featuring Australia’s front runner of experimental soul and future R&B, Hoodlem. With breezy vocals, measured verses and pulsating rhythms […]

SAM FENDER Releases Video For Single "Hypersonic Missiles" - Watch Now
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SAM FENDER Releases Video For Single “Hypersonic Missiles” – Watch Now

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Today Sam Fender shares the video for his new single, “Hypersonic Missiles ” via Interscope. This follows on the heels of Fender’s landmark trip to North America featuring sold-out shows in Los Angeles, New York […]

THE NATIONAL Announce New Album 'I Am Easy To Find' - Watch Trailer 1
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THE NATIONAL Share New Song ‘Light Years’ & “An Evening With…” Details

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

The National have shared another album track ‘Light Years’ off their forthcoming album I Am Easy To Find. You can watch the accompanying video below, featuring scenes from the short film ‘I Am Easy To […]

THE DIVINE COMEDY Release Brand New Album, ‘Office Politics’ on June 7th + Announces Live Dates
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THE DIVINE COMEDY Release Brand New Album, ‘Office Politics’ on June 7th + Announces Live Dates

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Neil Hannon, one of the country’s foremost songwriters, releases a wonderful new Divine Comedy album ‘Office Politics’ on June 7th. It’s the follow-up to the acclaimed top ten 2016 album ‘Foreverland’. “Office Politics” is a […]

VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June 2
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VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June. A brand new festival for this summer, Live At Botanic Gardens will be a series of outdoor concerts […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: ALTERED SKY Release New Single & Announce UK Tour Dates
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: ALTERED SKY Release New Single & Announce UK Tour Dates

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish alt-rockers Altered Sky returns today with an anthemic new single and video ‘Surrounded’. After establishing themselves with a melodic pop-punk sound on previous releases, the new track sees the Glasgow band exploring heavier and […]

LIVE REVIEW: IDLES play to an ecstatic crowd in awe at their presence at Belfast Empire
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: IDLES play to an ecstatic crowd in awe at their presence at Belfast Empire

April 3, 2019 Marcus Millar

Hot off the heels of their massively acclaimed sophomore album, Joy As An Act of Resistance, IDLES played to a sold out crowd at The Empire and didn’t disappoint one bit! The band opened with […]

BOOK REVIEW: The League of Extraordinary Gentleman Century: 1969 by Alan Moore and Kevin O’Neill
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: The League of Extraordinary Gentleman Century: 1969 by Alan Moore and Kevin O’Neill

April 3, 2019 Michael Barron

Alan Moore’s Watchmen is recognized in Time’s List of the 100 Best Novels in the English language published since 1923. This achievement is especially significant since Watchmen was the only graphic novel included in this […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. - Dogrel
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. – Dogrel

April 3, 2019 Michael Barron

It began with Kerouac. A few years ago, five Dublin boys at Art College bonded over their love of Jack Kerouac and other beat writers. There must be something everlasting about the inventor of “spontaneous […]

KIRK BRANDON Confirms 2019 dates with Spear of Destiny, Theatre of Hate and The Pack
Gigs

KIRK BRANDON Confirms 2019 dates with Spear of Destiny, Theatre of Hate and The Pack

April 3, 2019 XS Noize

SPEAR OF DESTINY was formed in 1983 after the demise of Kirk Brandon’s post-punk iconic rockers THEATRE OF HATE. (Brandon had also, before TOH, been the main man in every punk rockers favourite band of […]

Mario Kart Tour and the Seemingly Unstoppable Rise of Mobile Gaming
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Mario Kart Tour and the Seemingly Unstoppable Rise of Mobile Gaming

April 3, 2019 XS Noize

The summer months are edging ever closer, and while that means most people might be starting to think about vacations, mobile gamers are probably focused on one thing – the launch of Mario Kart Tour. Initially […]

DEPECHE MODE collector’s edition series continues with release of Black Celebration & Music For The Masses The 12″ Singles, May 31st 3
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DEPECHE MODE collector’s edition series continues with release of Black Celebration & Music For The Masses The 12″ Singles, May 31st

April 3, 2019 XS Noize

Sony Music Entertainment’s Depeche Mode 12″ vinyl singles project continues with the release of Black Celebration | The 12″ Singles and Music For The Masses | The 12″ Singles – out May 31st. Each of […]

STEREOLAB share Wow And Flutter (Alternative Mix), ahead of remastered album reissues + 2019 live dates
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STEREOLAB share Wow And Flutter (Alternative Mix), ahead of remastered album reissues + 2019 live dates

April 3, 2019 XS Noize

May 3rd, 2019 sees the start of Stereolab’s 7 album reissue campaign when 1993’s Transient Random Noise-Bursts With Announcements and 1994’s Mars Audiac Quintet will be the first albums reissued, via Warp Records and Duophonic UHF Disks, as expanded and re-mastered […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: The KVB - Violet Noon
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: The KVB – Violet Noon

April 3, 2019 Ben P Scott

Another wondrous track taken from The KVB’s latest album ‘Only Now Forever’. The gorgeous, otherworldly ‘Violet Noon’ ventures down calming, ethereal avenues, glowing with a sad beauty as it slows down the pace. Its blissful, […]

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