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        • Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          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 […]

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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 […]

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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
        • 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
        • 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 […]

          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
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          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 […]

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ROBYN HITCHCOCK Announces more solo shows for 2018! 2
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ROBYN HITCHCOCK Announces more solo shows for 2018!

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the announcement that Robyn Hitchcock will be playing two UK shows with a full live band, His LA Squires, Robyn will also be playing an extensive string of solo acoustic shows in […]

THE DARKNESS release video for 'Happiness' - Watch Now!
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THE DARKNESS release video for ‘Happiness’ – Watch Now!

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

The Darkness have today released the video for their new single ‘Happiness’, taken from the recently released Top 10 new album Pinewood Smile, out now through Cooking Vinyl. ‘Happiness’ is a deliriously feel-good anthem which […]

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG shares self-directed video filmed in her father Serge Gainsbourg's home
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CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG shares self-directed video filmed in her father Serge Gainsbourg’s home

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

Following the momentous release of Charlotte Gainsbourg’s now-universally acclaimed album ‘Rest’ on Because Music, the multi-hyphenate artist presents a self-directed music video for ‘Lying With You’. Filmed in the late Serge Gainsbourg’s home, frenetically bounding […]

THE BIG PINK Releases 2 New Singles in One Day!- “HOW FAR WE’VE COME” & Cover of the NEW ORDER Classic “BLUE MONDAY”
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THE BIG PINK Releases 2 New Singles in One Day!- “HOW FAR WE’VE COME” & Cover of the NEW ORDER Classic “BLUE MONDAY”

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

The critically celebrated UK electro/indie-rock band The Big Pink release two new singles, “How Far We’ve Come” and a cover of New Order’s classic “Blue Monday” today to celebrate the “Blue Monday Alternative Record Store […]

THE FRATELLIS Share Video For New Single 'Stand Up Tragedy' - Watch Now!
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THE FRATELLIS Share Video For New Single ‘Stand Up Tragedy’ – Watch Now!

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

With a flourish and a cheeky grin, The Fratellis share the video for Stand Up Tragedy, the first single taken from their fifth studio album In Your Own Sweet Time released by Cooking Vinyl 9th […]

THE NATIONAL announce new album, new track + world tour
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THE NATIONAL release video for ‘Dark Side Of The Gym’ – Watch Now!

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

The National have unveiled the video for ‘Dark Side Of The Gym’, directed, choreographed and starring NYC Ballet Resident Choreographer and soloist Justin Peck, with executive production by former Miami City Ballet dancer turned filmmaker […]

PEARL JAM Announce Summer 2018 European Tour Dates 1
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PEARL JAM Announce Summer 2018 European Tour Dates

December 1, 2017 XS Noize

Pearl Jam will embark on a fourteen-date European tour in June and July of 2018. The band’s summer tour kicks off on June 12th in Amsterdam, NL and wraps up on July 14th in Lisbon, […]

GRAHAM COXON Shares New Track "FALLING" - Listen Now!
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GRAHAM COXON Shares New Track “FALLING” – Listen Now!

November 30, 2017 XS Noize

Parlophone Records have today announced the release of Falling from Graham Coxon, a new recording available on digital download and limited edition 7” vinyl – in support of the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Falling […]

ALBUM REVIEW: U2 - Songs of Experience 1
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: U2 – Songs of Experience

November 30, 2017 Lori Gava

The word iconic when assigned to a rock band carries a certain weight and when the band is soon to clock 40 years in their existence that weight can become a burden. U2 long ago […]

Polly Scattergood Celebrates 10 Years with Mute with – The Zehn Mixtape (Mixed by Maps) Listen Now!
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Polly Scattergood Celebrates 10 Years with Mute with – The Zehn Mixtape (Mixed by Maps) Listen Now!

November 30, 2017 Amanda Stock

Electrically charged, Colchester born singer-songwriter, Polly Scattergood is celebrating a special birthday. It’s been ten years since the release of her first single under the Mute record label – “Nitrogen Pink” which was released on September […]

LIAM GALLAGHER crowned Godlike Genius ahead of the VO5 NME Awards 2018
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LIAM GALLAGHER crowned Godlike Genius ahead of the VO5 NME Awards 2018

November 30, 2017 XS Noize

Today, NME announced Liam Gallagher as the recipient of the prestigious NME Godlike Genius Award. Liam will collect the gong at the VO5 NME Awards 2018 on 14th February at London’s O2 Academy Brixton. Watch […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Maddy Storm - ‘Silver Line’ - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: Maddy Storm – ‘Silver Line’ – Listen Now!

November 29, 2017 XS Noize

Sultry Manchester-based art rocker Maddy Storm is a unique creator of mystic visions and intrigue. Backed by her band the untouchable Mafia Wives prepare to be taken on what feels like a moonlight bathed joyride […]

LIVE REVIEW: Wolf Alice at Olympia Theatre, Dublin 3
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Wolf Alice at Olympia Theatre, Dublin

November 29, 2017 Miguel Ruiz

Wolf Alice surely can rock. From an appealing ordinary indie rock band to something unconventionally beautiful, this North London band has fed their music wolf with something that provided them with a strong personality, solid […]

PEGGY SUE: Share new single "Slow Fade" - Listen Now!
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PEGGY SUE: Share new single “Slow Fade” – Listen Now!

November 28, 2017 XS Noize

Today we’re excited to announce the return of London-via-Brighton indie duo Peggy Sue, made up of Rosa Slade and Katy Young. The pair have shared their new single “Slow Fade” and are playing a headline […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Streets of Roya - “All Eyes on Me” - Listen Now!
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Streets of Roya – “All Eyes on Me” – Listen Now!

November 28, 2017 XS Noize

Streets of Roya is the new project of singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Wespi. Pulsating at times, Streets of Roya’s energetic yet intimate sound is based on the playing with contrasts, allowing the songs plenty of […]

PAUL DRAPER comes to Belfast to perform debut solo album & debut Mansun album
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PAUL DRAPER Announced as special guest support for STEVEN WILSONS 2018 US tour

November 28, 2017 XS Noize

Paul Draper has been announced as very special guest support on the first leg of Steven Wilson’s forthcoming US tour in spring 2018. These will be the first shows Paul has played in North America […]

THE TWANG Release ‘Either Way, It’s The Best Of The Twang’ Ahead of UK Tour
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INTERVIEW: The Twang frontman Phil Etheridge

November 28, 2017 XS Noize

The Twang IS the ‘Best New Band in Britain’ (NME). Every A&R man in the country has been hot-footing it up the M40 to Birmingham to snare the signatures of this band, and shows across […]

Manchester's ELBOW release “The Best Of” collection
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Manchester’s ELBOW release “The Best Of” collection

November 27, 2017 XS Noize

Manchester band elbow just wrapped a successful and SOLD-OUT run across North America this month, which included a late night television performance on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where they performed current single […]

SONIC JESUS share dark, hypnotic 'Dead Man' & 'Transpose' from new 7",
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SONIC JESUS share dark, hypnotic ‘Dead Man’ & ‘Transpose’ from new 7″,

November 27, 2017 XS Noize

Italy’s Sonic Jesus are one of the most revered outputs in the modern psych-rock scene. Following a split-single with Austin heavyweights The Black Angels, in 2015 the band released the hypnotic, droning psych-rock of their […]

COLOUR Announce First London Show of 2018
Gigs

COLOUR Announce First London Show of 2018

November 27, 2017 XS Noize

COLOUR announce their first show of 2018. They play SPOTLIGHT at London’s Camden Assembly on Tues 16th January alongside Sick Joy and 485c. The gig coincides with the release of brand new single ‘Black’. The […]

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