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        • Chance Peña
          News

          Chance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour

          May 8, 2026

          Today, Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña unveils his new single “The Voyager,” alongside a brand new cinematic visual. “The Voyager” unfolds as a dynamically layered song, beginning in an intimate, stripped-back space before […]

          BSS
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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 […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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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AMERICAN FOOTBALL - Share video for 'Home is Where the Haunt is'
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: American Football – Sept 4th | Dublin, IE @ Button Factory

September 7, 2017 Marcus Millar

Coming right off of their 2014 reunion tour and the release of their eagerly anticipated sophomore record, Midwest Emo legends American Football play their first ever Irish show and they did not disappoint at all. […]

U2 - Unveil first SONGS OF EXPERIENCE single: “YOU’RE THE BEST THING ABOUT ME" - Listen Here
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U2 – Unveil first SONGS OF EXPERIENCE single: “YOU’RE THE BEST THING ABOUT ME” – Listen Here

September 6, 2017 XS Noize

“You’re The Best Thing About Me,” the first single from U2’s highly anticipated 14th studio album, Songs of Experience, is released today. Accompanied by exclusive art, the new single features a sleeve image of The […]

STEREOPHONICS - Release new track 'CAUGHT BY THE WIND' from new album 'SCREAM ABOVE THE SOUNDS'
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STEREOPHONICS – Release new track ‘CAUGHT BY THE WIND’ from new album ‘SCREAM ABOVE THE SOUNDS’

September 6, 2017 XS Noize

The return of Stereophonics gathers pace as they share the new track ‘Caught By The Wind’ together with its accompanying video. The track is the second to preview the October 27th release of their new […]

THE NATIONAL announce new album, new track + world tour
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The National – “Sleep Well Beast”

September 6, 2017 Lori Gava

The National is releasing their seventh studio album, “Sleep Well Beast” After a four-year break. A hiatus where it seemed the band members of the National have collaborated on more side projects than there are […]

INTERVIEW: The Verve Guitarist Nick McCabe on the 20th Anniversary of Urban Hymns 4
Interviews

INTERVIEW: The Verve Guitarist Nick McCabe discusses Urban Hymns

September 5, 2017 XS Noize

Now and again, the world of music throws up a record that is out of the ordinary, something in its timing, quality and spirit that feels right. Verve’s 1997 album Urban Hymns, released on September […]

INTERVIEW: The Verve Guitarist Nick McCabe on the 20th Anniversary of Urban Hymns 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Verve – Urban Hymns 20th Anniversary Reissue

September 4, 2017 Sandra Blemster

The Verve have just released a remastered version of one of the definitive albums of 1997, Urban Hymns, and they still sound just as majestic. On hearing that beautifully orchestrated introduction on Bitter Sweet Symphony, […]

OTHERKIN - Share New Single 'Come On, Hello' - Listen
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OTHERKIN – Share New Single ‘Come On, Hello’ – Listen

September 1, 2017 XS Noize

Garage-rockers Otherkin have been generating significant buzz ahead of their debut album OK, out 29th September, and continue to keep the pressure on with the release of their brand new single Come On, Hello, out […]

MILBURN - Announce Brand New Album 'Time'
New Music

MILBURN – Announce Brand New Album ‘Time’

September 1, 2017 XS Noize

MILBURN will release their brand new record ‘Time’ on September 29th via Red Essential. The album is the first full-length LP since the band’s 2007 release ‘These Are The Facts’. The first single to be […]

BILLY BRAGG - Announces new song ‘King Tide And The Sunny Day Flood’ - Listen HERE
New Music

Listen to ‘WHY WE BUILD THE WALL’ the new single from BILLY BRAGG

September 1, 2017 XS Noize

Billy Bragg, who will play Rivfest in Warrington this weekend before heading out to North America for the first leg of his ‘Bridges Not Walls’ tour at the end of September, releases a new single […]

FRANKIE GOES TO HOLLYWOOD to release special-edition vinyl 2LP & CD of classic debut album 'WELCOME TO THE PLEASUREDOME'
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FRANKIE GOES TO HOLLYWOOD to release special-edition vinyl 2LP & CD of classic debut album ‘WELCOME TO THE PLEASUREDOME’

September 1, 2017 XS Noize

With three huge No.1 hit singles plus a multi-million selling 1984 No.1 debut double album to back them up, it’s difficult to over-estimate Frankie Goes To Hollywood’s impact upon British pop music in the mid-Eighties. […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES - Reveal new track "Broken Machine"
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES – Reveal new track “Broken Machine”

September 1, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Nothing But Thieves reveal an exclusive performance of their new track “Broken Machine”, the title track from their second album released next week. Check it out BELOW. The band’s highly anticipated second album, “Broken […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script - "Freedom Child"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – “Freedom Child”

September 1, 2017 Helen Russell

After nearly three years since the release of their last studio album No Sound Without Silence, The Script are back with their 5th album Freedom Child. Bursting on to the music scene in 2008 with […]

PET SHOP BOYS - Announce second set of 'catalogue' releases: 'YES' and 'ELYSIUM'
New Music

PET SHOP BOYS – Announce second set of ‘catalogue’ releases: ‘YES’ and ‘ELYSIUM’

August 31, 2017 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys will release the second set of albums in their definitive ‘Catalogue: 1985-2012’ series of reissues of all their Parlophone studio albums. This second set sees the PSB albums ‘Yes’ from 2009 and […]

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces Belfast, Ulster Hall gig In Support Of Debut Solo Album 'As You Were'
News

LIAM GALLAGHER Announces Belfast, Ulster Hall gig In Support Of Debut Solo Album ‘As You Were’

August 31, 2017 XS Noize

After playing sets full of emerging classics and old favourites at the Reading and Leeds Festivals, Liam Gallagher can now announce the first arena tour of his solo career. Representing his first tour following the […]

U2 - unveil a performance video of new album track "The Blackout” - Watch HERE
Gigs

U2 – unveil a performance video of new album track “The Blackout” – Watch HERE

August 30, 2017 XS Noize

U2 have shared a performance video of new album track “The Blackout” via Facebook Live HERE. The performance video was directed by Richie Smyth and filmed in front of a live audience of fans in […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Riff - "Nothing Lasts Forever"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Riff – “Nothing Lasts Forever”

August 30, 2017 XS Noize

Formed when they were all just 15, The Riff are a 4 piece Indie band from Swansea, Wales. The line up includes Chris Betts (bass),Tommy Evans (drums), joined by twin brothers Sam Curtis ( keys) […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Gordon Raphael -  'I Sleep On The Radio'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Gordon Raphael – ‘I Sleep On The Radio’

August 29, 2017 XS Noize

“This is the latest single from my upcoming new album, and it was done live with my new band The Half Full Flashes in Stuttgart. I really like working with these musicians, as they are […]

TAYLOR SWIFT Interpolates RIGHT SAID FRED'S 'I'm Too Sexy'!
News

TAYLOR SWIFT Interpolates RIGHT SAID FRED’S ‘I’m Too Sexy’!

August 29, 2017 XS Noize

Taylor Swift’s first single from her long-awaited and highly anticipated 6th studio album Reputation has arrived. The multi-award winning Swift has given Right Said Fred a writing credit on the single ‘Look What You Made […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Blondage – “Stoned” – (OTR Remix)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Blondage – “Stoned” – (OTR Remix)

August 29, 2017 Amanda Stock

Danish experimental pop-duo Blondage celebrate the success of their piercing pop hymn “Stoned” and shares Atlanta, Georgia beatmaker OTR’s percussive yet atmospheric remix of the track. The original song’s infectious chorus is left intact while […]

THE NATIONAL announce new album, new track + world tour
News

THE NATIONAL – Share new song and video for ‘Day I Die’ – Listen

August 29, 2017 XS Noize

The National shared their latest track ‘Day I Die’ from their forthcoming album Sleep Well Beast. The video, which was directed by Casey Reas, compresses the frenetic energy of performing with the grind of touring. […]

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