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          Skerryvore Announce New Album ‘Beautiful Mistakes’ And Share Single ‘Fly’

          July 1, 2026

          Skerryvore have announced their new album, Beautiful Mistakes, set for release on November 6, alongside new single “Fly.” The album follows 2023’s Tempus, which reached Number 1 on the Official Scottish and Folk Album Charts […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Shares New Song ‘I Belong To The Sky’ From Forthcoming Album ‘o/i’

          June 30, 2026

          Peter Gabriel has shared “I Belong to the Sky,” the latest track from his forthcoming album o/i. Released on the strawberry full moon of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the song was written and produced by […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol And Kylie Announce New Collaboration ‘These Alarms’

          June 29, 2026

          Snow Patrol and Kylie have announced a new collaboration, “These Alarms,” set for release on July 1 via BMG. Written by Snow Patrol with Kylie specifically in mind, the track is described as a bittersweet […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
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          ‘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: Garth Brooks Raises Hell And Makes History At BST Hyde Park

          June 29, 2026

          Since 2013, BST Hyde Park has brought major headliners ranging from The Rolling Stones to Sabrina Carpenter to the historic London park first established by Henry VIII more than 500 years ago. For the opening […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          The Cure performing live at Belsonic Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: The Cure at Belsonic, Belfast

          June 30, 2026

          The Cure brought their unmistakable sound and atmosphere to Belsonic, Belfast, on Sunday night for a brilliant outdoor show. Led by Robert Smith, the legendary band delivered a powerful and atmospheric set that reminded the […]

          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 […]

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        • 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
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          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 […]

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        • Chimers
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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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THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single 'You Opened Up My Heart' - Listen Now!
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single ‘You Opened Up My Heart’ – Listen Now!

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester indie-electro four piece The Slow Readers Club have released their new single ‘You Opened Up My Heart’, taken from their upcoming album Build A Tower, to be released on May 4th via Modern Sky. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Steven Wilson - "To The Bone"
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Steven Wilson – “The most successful British artist you need to hear.”

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has recently released his expansive, brilliant fifth album – To the Bone and is currently on a major 2018 UK tour. Fusing driving futurist rock and spectral electronics to the elegiac hyper-space ambience and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Johanna Amelie - ‘Palermo’ - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Johanna Amelie – ‘Palermo’ – Watch Now

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on her debut album ‘Distance’ co-produced by Gordon Raphael (The Strokes), Johanna Amelie is pleased to announce details of a brand new track ‘Palermo’ due this March. ‘Palermo’ […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Boxer Rebellion - Ghost Alive
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Boxer Rebellion – Ghost Alive

March 11, 2018 Michael Barron

Whilst The Boxer Rebellion is correctly defined as an “international” indie alternative rock band; there are many things which make the Tennessee-native vocalist Nathan Nicholson distinctly British. Growing up, Nicholson recalled being “into a lot […]

ERASURE - Announce 'World Beyond' a new album with Echo Collective 1
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ALBUM REVIEW: Erasure – World Beyond

March 11, 2018 Chris Snoddon

Whilst approaching the final three rescheduled Dublin shows of the sold out European leg of their ‘World be Gone Tour’ and prior to embarking on the South and North American legs which will see them […]

BLOSSOMS share fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’ - Watch Now!
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BLOSSOMS share fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’ – Watch Now!

March 9, 2018 XS Noize

Blossoms have today shared the fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’. Directed by the band themselves, the video pays subtle homage to Michel Gondry’s modern classic ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless […]

EP PREMIERE:  Reindeer - ‘Black Monoliths Over New Jerusalem’ - Listen Now!
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EP PREMIERE: Reindeer – ‘Black Monoliths Over New Jerusalem’ – Listen Now!

March 9, 2018 XS Noize

Enigmatic London producer James Reindeer is pleased to announce details of a new remix EP ‘Black Monoliths Over New Jerusalem’ featuring remixes by Morti Viventear and Dot. It preempts the release of his debut album […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new video for 'International Blue'
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS share album track ‘Dylan & Caitlin’ feat CATHERINE AD

March 9, 2018 XS Noize

Following the release of ‘International Blue’ at the end of 2017, and ‘Distant Colours’ in February, Manic Street Preachers have made a third track available from their forthcoming 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’.‘Dylan and […]

SNOW PATROL Return with new album, 'WILDNESS' May 25th 1
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SNOW PATROL Return with new album, ‘WILDNESS’ May 25th

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

On May 25th, Snow Patrol will return with Wildness, their first album in seven years, which finds the band searching for clarity, connection, and meaning while staying true to the melodic songwriting prowess that brought […]

Singer-songwriter VINNY PECULIAR to release new album, ‘Return of the Native’ in May
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Singer-songwriter VINNY PECULIAR to release new album, ‘Return of the Native’ in May

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

UK based singer-songwriter Vinny Peculiar [aka Alan Wilkes] has been variously described as “an under-sung national treasure” (UNCUT Magazine) and “the missing link between Jarvis Cocker and Roger McGough” His various bands have included ex-members […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jess McAllister - 'I Am A Woman' - Watch Now!
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Jess McAllister – ‘I Am A Woman’ – Watch Now!

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

Jess McAllister blends her craft of songwriting with live performances filled with spontaneity, passion and pure heart. Switching effortlessly on stage between electric guitar, banjo and piano, her honey-dipped vocals “leap from fragility to soaring […]

TURIN BRAKES - Unveil Video for New Single 'Wait' - Watch Now!
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TURIN BRAKES Release ‘Life Forms’ ahead of UK Tour

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

Turin Brakes release the gorgeously upbeat track ‘Life Forms’ from their brand new album Invisible Storm – which was released last month. ‘Life Forms’ gambols along in a supremely pleasurable way with an addictive ear-worm […]

THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES Announce New Single 'Purple Heart' - Listen Now!
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Paul Connolly, The Wood Burning Savages – “We don’t have throwaway songs.”

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

The Wood Burning Savages, a fast-paced punk rock band from Derry City, Northern Ireland are proud to announce they’ll be celebrating the release of their debut album ‘STABILITY’ in Limelight 2, Belfast on Bank Holiday […]

Exclusive Announcement from self-releasing pop/punk dynamo - DIDI
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Exclusive Announcement from self-releasing pop/punk dynamo – DIDI

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

XS Noize is delighted to make an exclusive announcement for an exciting new artist we’ve featured over the last few months. DIDI is a self-releasing pop/punk dynamo who burst onto the scene less than a […]

STEVEN WILSON to release Andy Partridge co-write 'HOW BIG THE SPACE' exclusive 12" blue vinyl single for RSD
Gigs

STEVEN WILSON to release Andy Partridge co-write ‘HOW BIG THE SPACE’ exclusive 12″ blue vinyl single for RSD

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced details of an exclusive Record Store Day release. How Big The Space is a previously unreleased track written with XTC’s Andy Partridge. It was recorded during the sessions for Steven’s 2017 […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND Announce Debut Album ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ out 27th APRIL
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BRAND NEW FRIEND unveil new track ‘Mediocre At Best’ – Listen Now!

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

BRAND NEW FRIEND have put out a new track ‘Mediocre At Best’ to coincide with their tour with Pretty Vicious which kicks off the same day. The band have also been confirmed to join Britrock […]

PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING - Discuss forthcoming Titanic commission for BBC's Biggest Weekend
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PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING release new video for single People Will Always Need Coal

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Public Service Broadcasting have announced a Record Store Day exclusive 12” for their current single ‘People Will Always Need Coal’ alongside a new video for the track. [Watch BELOW] The RSD exclusive will be available […]

STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES Announce Headline Limelight, Belfast Show
Gigs

STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES Announce Headline Limelight, Belfast Show

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Three-time Grammy Award recipient and 11-time Grammy nominee Steve Earle returns to Belfast with a rare full band performance featuring The Dukes at The Limelight 1 on Wednesday, July 25th, 2018. One of the most […]

THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES Announce New Single 'Purple Heart' - Listen Now!
News

THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES Announce Limelight, Belfast Album Launch

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

The Wood Burning Savages, a fast-paced punk rock band from Derry City, Northern Ireland are proud to announce they’ll be celebrating the release of their debut album ‘STABILITY’ in Limelight 2, Belfast on Bank Holiday […]

EDITORS unveil new single 'Magazine', taken forthcoming album 'Violence' - Listen Now! 1
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EDITORS announce a full UK tour for October

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Editors today announce a full UK tour for October, culminating in a headline show at London O2 Academy Brixton on 24th October. Tickets go on sale at 9.00am this Friday from www.editorsofficial.com and ticketmaster.co.uk. The […]

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