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        • ASH
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          ASH announce Live and In Conversation – Celebrating 30 Years of 1977 at Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          Ash will mark 30 years to the day since the release of their iconic debut album 1977 with a special one-night-only event on 6 May 2026. Set to be a memorable evening for fans old […]

          Graham Coxon
          News

          Graham Coxon Announces Lost 2011 Solo Album ‘Castle Park’ — Listen to ‘Billy Says’

          April 20, 2026

          Transgressive Records today announced the first-time release of a never-before-heard solo studio album from Graham Coxon. Titled Castle Park and recorded in 2011, the previously unreleased record will be available on 19 June, 2026 and […]

          da Googie
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          Da Googie + Cara Tivey announce ‘The Golden Thread’ live at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs […]

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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 […]

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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
        • 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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MICHAEL HEAD - Announces Liverpool Show This Weekend
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MICHAEL HEAD – Announces Liverpool Show This Weekend

August 8, 2017 XS Noize

Michael Head is one of the most respected and accomplished songwriters of his generation as well as the founder of The Pale Fountains, Shack, and most recently The Red Elastic Band. He has announced a […]

Listen to LAURAN HIBBERD'S super new single ‘Old Head Young Shoulders’ - HERE
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Listen to LAURAN HIBBERD’S super new single ‘Old Head Young Shoulders’ – HERE

August 8, 2017 XS Noize

Lauran Hibberd’s low-key, beautifully arranged nu-folk single “Old Head Young Shoulders” seems to drift through eardrums and straight into the listeners’ souls. Innocent, soft and with more than a breeze of fresh air around it, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The War on Drugs - "A Deeper Understanding"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The War on Drugs – “A Deeper Understanding”

August 8, 2017 Lori Gava

The War on Drugs has been a developing sensation in the Indie/Alternative genre since their founding in 2005. Each of their three albums has built upon the success of each prior offering. Their latest album, […]

AMY MACDONALD - Announces two special intimate August shows
New Music

AMY MACDONALD – Announces two special intimate August shows

August 8, 2017 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald has announced two very intimate live shows this month in London and Glasgow to celebrate the release of her new single ‘Down By The Water’. The two intimate shows are at London venue […]

THE KOOKS reveal video for new single 'Broken Vow' - WATCH
New Music

THE KOOKS reveal video for new single ‘Broken Vow’ – WATCH

August 8, 2017 XS Noize

Today, The Kooks reveal the video for their new single ‘Broken Vow’, taken from their ‘Best Of… So Far’ compilation, released earlier this year on Virgin EMI Records. The second of two brand new tracks […]

PREMIERE: Beachwood Coyotes - "I'm Tired Of Rolling My Eyes" – Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Beachwood Coyotes – “I’m Tired Of Rolling My Eyes” – Listen Now!

August 8, 2017 XS Noize

Xs Noize are pleased to premiere the latest track from Beachwood Coyotes – ‘I’m Tired Of Rolling My Eyes’ from their upcoming EP, entitled ‘Scrubby’ produced by Austen Moret. Moret’s influences showed the band a […]

Liverpool-based five-piece PSYCHO COMEDY share video for ‘The Hangman' - WATCH
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Liverpool-based five-piece PSYCHO COMEDY share video for ‘The Hangman’ – WATCH

August 7, 2017 XS Noize

An echoing and ominous cut of ‘insanity ‘rock and roll heralds the first of two, promised summer singles from the colourful and chaotic Psycho Comedy as they release ‘The Hangman’ on Fri 28 July 2017 […]

Listen to melody-rich new single ‘Peppercorn Boy’ from TV ME
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Listen to melody-rich new single ‘Peppercorn Boy’ from TV ME

August 7, 2017 XS Noize

If ‘easy listening’ conjures up memories of suave, crooning sophisticated sat at a piano, then let Liverpool 3-piece TV ME redefine the genre, with their new single ‘Peppercorn Boy’, as melody-rich pop music that simply […]

IN FOCUS// BAD RELIGION - Kentish Town Forum / O2 Academy Bristol 4
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// BAD RELIGION – Kentish Town Forum / O2 Academy Bristol

August 7, 2017 Clair McAllister

Bad Religion played Kentish Town Forum + O2 Academy Bristol. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these great shots.   BAD RELIGION – Kentish Town Forum             BAD RELIGION […]

Gorillaz Announce the Launch of Demon Dayz – A One-Day Festival Extravaganza Curated by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett 1
Gigs

GORILLAZ – Share video for “STROBELITE”, WATCH NOW

August 7, 2017 XS Noize

Strobelite – the euphoric dance track from chart topping album Humanz – is the new video from Gorillaz. Directed by Stoke native and Murdoc Niccals’ acolyte Raoul Skinbeck, the Strobelite video features Peven Everett along […]

PROPHETS OF RAGE share new track RADICAL EYES - Listen HERE
Gigs

PROPHETS OF RAGE share new track RADICAL EYES – Listen HERE

August 7, 2017 XS Noize

Prophets Of Rage: Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, Brad Wilk, Chuck D, B-Real and DJ Lord have shared ‘Radical Eyes’, a new track from their forthcoming, self-titled debut LP which is set for release September 15th, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Super Furry Animals - "Radiator" (20th Anniversary Edition)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Super Furry Animals – “Radiator” (20th Anniversary Edition)

August 7, 2017 Sandra Blemster

God I’m feeling old. There seems to be a spate of albums being reissued lately that I loved 20 years ago. Like Fun Lovin Criminals Come Find Yourself (last year), Radiohead’s OK Computer and now […]

THE DARKNESS - Unveil hilarious video for 'All The Pretty Girls'
Gigs

THE DARKNESS – Unveil hilarious video for ‘All The Pretty Girls’

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

The Darkness have released the highly entertaining, tongue-in-cheek video for their brand new single ‘All The Pretty Girls’, out now through Cooking Vinyl. Introducing the video in his own inimitable manner, frontman Justin Hawkins proclaims, […]

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

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

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

Billy Bragg, who has just returned from touring the US, will release a new song ‘King Tide And The Sunny Day Flood’ on Aug. 4th 2017 on the Cooking Vinyl label. ‘King Tide And The […]

STEVEN WILSON releases new track, "REFUGE," today - taken from forthcoming album 'TO THE BONE'
New Music

STEVEN WILSON releases new track, “REFUGE,” today – taken from forthcoming album ‘TO THE BONE’

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has released a new track from his critically acclaimed forthcoming album To The Bone. Inspired by recent events in the Calais Jungle, Refuge is a pop music that humanizes, six minutes plus of […]

SKELLUMS - share new single "If You Have To Leave" - Listen HERE
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SKELLUMS – share new single “If You Have To Leave” – Listen HERE

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

Skellums were formed because there was nothing else left to do. Skellums DO NOT want to join the long list of bands who have success, but have nothing to say. Skellums fell together through necessity, […]

THE CRIBS - Unveil documentary shot in collaboration with Vevo
New Music

THE CRIBS – Unveil documentary shot in collaboration with Vevo

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

The Cribs have today unveiled a documentary shot in collaboration with Vevo as the second instalment in their music documentary series ‘Off The Record’. Off the Record with The Cribs sees brothers Ryan, Gary and […]

THE DUKE SPIRIT - Unveil new single 'Houses' - Listen HERE
Gigs

THE DUKE SPIRIT – Unveil new single ‘Houses’ – Listen HERE

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

Following last year’s acclaimed album KIN and November’s EP Serenade, The Duke Spirit march on with poignant new album Sky Is Mine, released on 18th August 2017 via Ex Voto Records. The band have revealed […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single
Gigs

GARY NUMAN – Releases new track ‘What God Intended’ – Listen HERE

August 4, 2017 XS Noize

Gary Numan has today released track ‘What God Intended’ from forthcoming album ‘Savage’ due next month. “What God Intended is one of the stranger songs on the album,” explains Numan. “The choruses are mostly instrumental […]

CLASSIC ALBUM: The Jesus and Mary Chain - 'Automatic'
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM: The Jesus and Mary Chain – ‘Automatic’

August 4, 2017 Lori Gava

The Jesus and Mary Chain were looking to change up their sound on their 1989 third release, “Automatic”. That release would stretch beyond their already trademark sound of aggression and sneer adding texture and mad […]

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