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          Broken Social Scene share video for “Only The Good I Keep” from acclaimed new album “Remember The Humans”

          May 8, 2026

          Broken Social Scene return with their acclaimed new album Remember The Humans released today via City Slang in the UK/EU and Arts & Crafts in North America. The LP, their first in nearly a decade, is a return to […]

          Everyone Says Hi
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          Everyone Says Hi return with infectious new single ‘Just Like That’

          May 8, 2026

          After the release of their acclaimed self-titled debut album last year, indie-pop supergroup Everyone Says Hi are back with their first single of the new year, “Just Like That”. The track is taken from their […]

          muse
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          MUSE share immersive interstellar video for new track ‘Cryogen’ ahead of new album The Wow! Signal

          May 8, 2026

          MUSE release the official music video for “Cryogen.” Directed by Elliott Gonzo (Fatboy Slim, The Rolling Stones), the immersive visual only furthers the mysterious interstellar mythos surrounding the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal. Bringing the desolate […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

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TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos - Straight To The Heart
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos – Straight To The Heart

August 24, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Placing musicianship at the core of what he produces is why Nick Talos has built such a successful following. It’s also why he’s able to remix the likes of Ellie Goulding and James Bay. It’s […]

BARNS COURTNEY reveals new single '99' and November UK headline tour dates 1
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BARNS COURTNEY reveals new single ’99’ and November UK headline tour dates

August 24, 2018 XS Noize

Barns Courtney has today released his driving new single ‘99’, out now on Virgin EMI. Airing on the side of retrospect, the uplifting new indie anthem is a throwback to the glory days of the late nineties. […]

MS LAURYN HILL announces Dublin show with The Miseducation of LAURYN HILL 20th anniversary tour 1
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MS. LAURYN HILL – releases limited number of extra production hold tickets for 3ARENA show

August 24, 2018 XS Noize

A limited number of production hold tickets have been released for Ms Lauryn Hill’s highly anticipated 3Arena date, Friday 30th November, celebrating twenty years of her anthemic debut solo album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. […]

Check out BELFAST VITAL 2018 stage times for tomorrow 2
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Check out BELFAST VITAL 2018 stage times for tomorrow

August 24, 2018 XS Noize

Belfast Vital 2018 is approaching, join us this SATURDAY as The World’s Number 1 DJ MARTIN GARRIX will take to the BELFAST VITAL main stage for what promises to be a phenomenal headline set. Garrix […]

LIVE REVIEW: Travis Sing Sing Sing in Belfast 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Travis Sing Sing Sing in Belfast

August 24, 2018 Helen Russell

Travis brought The Man Who LIVE 2018 Tour to Belfast Customs House Square on Wednesday night. Playing their 2nd Album The Man Who (released in 1999) in its entirety plus some of their other favourite […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ManCub x Ray J - 'Sex You Up'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ManCub x Ray J – ‘Sex You Up’

August 23, 2018 Gemma Harewood

After learning his craft at London’s Metropolis Studios, watching acts like Mark Ronson and Drum & Bass pioneer DJ Fresh at work, it’s now time for the producer known as ManCub to make his name […]

XS Noize Heads to Rock en Seine 2018 1
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XS Noize Heads to Rock en Seine 2018

August 23, 2018 Julie Blore-Bizot

One of France’s most exciting music festivals will take place this Friday, August 24th to Sunday, August 26th on the elegant and historic grounds of the domain de Saint Cloud, just on the edge of […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES share video for new single EIGHTEEN – Watch Now

August 22, 2018 XS Noize

Eighteen is the latest single to be taken from Pale Waves’ highly anticipated debut album. My Mind Makes Noises will be released 14 September 2018 through Dirty Hit and features the singles There’s A Honey, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian on FIRE in Belfast 3
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian on FIRE in Belfast

August 22, 2018 Helen Russell

Kasabian came back to Belfast with a bang on Monday night at Customs House Square, after their last-minute cancellation the year before. With rain clouds looming we were all hoping it would not be a […]

THE ALARM announce new single, UK winter 2018 tour + special Cardiff show with Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir
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THE ALARM announce new single, UK winter 2018 tour + special Cardiff show with Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir

August 21, 2018 XS Noize

The Alarm, who are currently engaged on a marathon 44-date tour of North America, will return to the UK for a winter tour of select city venues, including an opening night at ULU in central […]

PRIMAL SCREAM to release newly-discovered album, 'GIVE OUT BUT DON'T GIVE UP: THE ORIGINAL MEMPHIS RECORDINGS' 1
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PRIMAL SCREAM to release newly-discovered album, ‘GIVE OUT BUT DON’T GIVE UP: THE ORIGINAL MEMPHIS RECORDINGS’

August 21, 2018 XS Noize

Following the recent discovery of these tracks in a box lurking in Andrew Innes’ basement, Primal Scream will release the original studio recordings from Memphis of the tracks that eventually became their 1994 album ‘Give […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Neil and Liam Finn - Lightsleeper
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Neil and Liam Finn – Lightsleeper

August 21, 2018 Lori Gava

I have come to believe that if you look up prolific in the dictionary you would find a picture of Neil Finn accompanying the definition. In the last few years, he has put out two […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan - Ben Khan
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan – Ben Khan

August 16, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The highly anticipated debut album from Ben Khan has arrived, and it’s everything we hoped it would be. His self-titled LP spans a total of 15 tracks and is laced with his signature style throughout. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Mr. Koifish - 'The End'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Mr. Koifish – ‘The End’

August 15, 2018 XS Noize

Mr. Koifish is Morten Køie’s new band. It’s all about kicking back and taking it easy – letting the stress flow off your back. You might remember Morten from Danish ‘Best Live Band’ Turboweekend, where […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates 1
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RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates

August 15, 2018 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft is set to return with the October 19threlease of his fifth solo studio album ‘Natural Rebel’. The album will be released on his own RPA label and will be his first released via […]

FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018
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FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018

August 14, 2018 XS Noize

US Celtic punk band Flogging Molly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Sunday 16th December 2018. Quintessential Irish-American folk punk band Flogging Molly – Dave King (lead vocals, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rising electronic star PRISMO Unveils new video ‘Solo’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rising electronic star PRISMO Unveils new video ‘Solo’ – Watch Now

August 14, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on his debut album due in 2019, emerging Texan electronic producer Prismo (Zach Burgett) is pleased to announce details of a brand new video ‘Solo’ due this summer […]

ROTTEN HILL GANG unveil lyric video for single ‘Let Me Breathe’ - Listen Now
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ROTTEN HILL GANG unveil lyric video for single ‘Let Me Breathe’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

‘Let Me Breathe’, taken from the brand new Rotten Hill Gang album, ‘Teach Peace’. The gang recently launched the brilliant new record with an exclusive in-store performance for Rough Trade, and have since been aired […]

THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018
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THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Thom Yorke has confirmed a series of live electronic performances in the U.S. during which he, Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri will perform songs spanning his solo works The Eraser and Tomorrow’s Modern […]

Ten Fé make triumphant return with new single 'Not Tonight' - Listen Now
The Listening Post

Ten Fé make triumphant return with new single ‘Not Tonight’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Today Ten Fé return with new single ‘Not Tonight’. Expansive and cinematic, the narrative of a suffocating relationship is knowingly delivered through the band’s uplifting pop songcraft. Willingly at odds with anything else on the […]

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