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        • Mae Stephens
          News

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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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SUNDARA KARMA today reveal ‘Little Smart Houses’ from their forthcoming album 'Ulfilas’ Alphabet' - Watch Now
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SUNDARA KARMA’S acclaimed album Ulfilas’ Alphabet is released today – Listen Now

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

Sundara Karma’s acclaimed album Ulfilas’ Alphabet is released today on Chess Club / RCA. The album has already been greeted with critical acclaim from the likes of Q, DIY, Dork and Long Live Vinyl, and […]

NEW PAGANS announce new single, ‘IT’S DARKER’ & Irish tour dates
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NEW PAGANS announce new single, ‘IT’S DARKER’ & Irish tour dates

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

New Pagans create music that is vivid and engaged. The songs have massive riffs and rare dynamics. The lyrics are ready to start conversations and challenge the given ideas. Every release is a throwdown, a […]

INTERVIEW: James' bassist JIM GLENNIE discusses new album 'Living in Extraordinary Times.' 1
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JAMES announce their March 2019 LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES UK Tour

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

JAMES announce their March 2019 LIVING IN EXTRAORDINARY TIMES UK Tour. Starting at Margate Winter Gardens, the tour will visit some of the UK’s best known and most iconic venues, from London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: HunBjørn - 'Who Are We To Love' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: HunBjørn – ‘Who Are We To Love’ – Watch Now

March 1, 2019 XS Noize

HunBjørn is a new act on the Danish indie and electro-pop scene. Her musical universe is both raw and vulnerable. Catchy melodies, dreamy waves of synths, vocals and distorted guitars in a tight setting of […]

MAPS shares new track 'BOTH SIDES' & announces live dates - Listen Now
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MAPS shares new track ‘BOTH SIDES’ & announces live dates – Listen Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury-nominated UK composer/producer Maps shares new track ‘Both Sides’, taken from his anticipated fourth album ‘Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.’ to be released on the 10th May 2019 through Mute. Watch the video of ‘Both Sides’ […]

THE NATIONAL Announce Five Intimate Shows in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles
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THE NATIONAL Announce Five Intimate Shows in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

The National have announced “A Special Evening With The National,” a series of five unique events in Paris, New York, London, Toronto and Los Angeles. Tickets for New York, Toronto and Los Angeles go on […]

U2 Announce THE EUROPA EP Exclusively for RECORD STORE DAY 2019 1
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U2 Announce THE EUROPA EP Exclusively for RECORD STORE DAY 2019

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Interscope announces today: U2 The Europa EP, a new 3-track EP to celebrate Record Store Day on Saturday 13th April 2019. The Europa EP: Side A features an exclusive new mix of previously unreleased material from U2’s […]

LIVE REVIEW: Brian Fallon - Academy, Dublin 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Brian Fallon – Academy, Dublin

February 28, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Perhaps expectations of something in-between Bruce Springsteen on Broadway and a Tom Waits interview were too lofty for Brian Fallon’s first foray into an entirely solo tour. The former Gaslight Anthem frontman travelled light, alternating […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce exclusive 'WAIT AND RETURN EP' for Record Store Day 2019 1
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce exclusive ‘WAIT AND RETURN EP’ for Record Store Day 2019

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today announce the ‘Wait And Return EP’ – a special remix collection of tracks which will be released exclusively for Record Store Day 2019 on Saturday 13th April. Released as a limited edition 12” pressed on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Kae Astra - Dreams - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Kae Astra – Dreams – Listen Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Kae Astra melds her history of music-making with newfound effervescent energy as frontwoman and lead songwriter for this project. With this being her debut release, you’d be forgiven for not having heard any of Kae […]

LIVE REVIEW: Palace - Village Underground, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Palace – Village Underground, London

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Normally when a van gets stolen there is seldom interest, however when Palaces’ tour van got stolen around a week before the Village Underground gig; there was a media storm. Upsetting as this was; it […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: THE GULPS - 'The Kings House' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: THE GULPS – ‘The Kings House’ – Watch Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

The Gulps are an invigorating new London band fuelled by rock music at its best who demand to be heard with their unique take on classic power pop. They harvest a sound that blends the […]

JUNODREAM share new single 'Terrible Things That Could Happen' - Listen Now
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JUNODREAM share new single ‘Terrible Things That Could Happen’ – Listen Now

February 28, 2019 XS Noize

Bristol-born, and now London based band Junodream are today announcing the release of their debut EP ‘Terrible Things That Could Happen’; as well as sharing the first single and title track. A 90s inflected indie […]

INDIGO LO release new single 'Reload' - Listen Now
The Listening Post

INDIGO LO release new single ‘Reload’ – Listen Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of a headline show at London’s The Victoria, Dalston tomorrow (28th February), Indigo Lo release new single Reload, available now on Ignition Records. As well as the recent single I Hate The Sun, Reload was completed during […]

IDLEWILD share psychedelic video for single 'Dream Variations' - Watch Now 2
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IDLEWILD share psychedelic video for single ‘Dream Variations’ – Watch Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Idlewild have released the psychedelic new video for single Dream Variations. Following the announcement of their eighth album Interview Music, which is due for release on 5th April 2019 via Empty Words, the band have […]

LIVE REVIEW: Palace - Village Underground, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Palace – Village Underground, London

February 27, 2019 Michael Barron

Normally when a van gets stolen there is seldom interest, however when Palaces’ tour van got stolen around a week before the Village Underground gig; there was a media storm. Upsetting as this was; it […]

THE ANTLERS’ 'Hospice' to be reissued on March 8th - Listen Now
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THE ANTLERS’ ‘Hospice’ to be reissued on March 8th – Listen Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

On Friday, March 8 Frenchkiss Records/Transgressive will reissue The Antlers seminal album Hospice. The release marks a decade since the band first released the LP that Robin Hilton @ NPR called ” one of the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Magnetic Skies - 'Believe In You' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Magnetic Skies – ‘Believe In You’ – Listen Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Synth-rock band Magnetic Skies’ debut EP, “Dreams And Memories”, is released on 22 March 2019 via ReprinT Records. Today XS Noize are pleased to premiere ‘Believe In You’ from the EP. ‘Believe In You’ is […]

FEET share video for ‘English Weather’as Headline tour kicks off today
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FEET share video for ‘English Weather’as Headline tour kicks off today

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Whilst we savour the hottest February ever, FEET share the psychedelic, tripped out the video for their aptly named, latest single ‘English Weather’. Directed by Josh Homer, it was filmed at guitarist Callum’s Nan & […]

COLIN GEDDIS 'GEDZILLA' Announces SSE ARENA Show, Sat January 11th 2020
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COLIN GEDDIS ‘GEDZILLA’ Announces SSE ARENA Show, Sat January 11th 2020

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

A show ten years in the making. Celebrating ten years since viral sensation ‘I AM FIGHTER’ was released, creator Colin Geddis brings his new show to Belfast’s biggest entertainment venue. In the last ten years, […]

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