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          Shed Seven Announce Self-Titled New Album And Share ‘Stand Together’

          July 2, 2026

          Shed Seven have announced their forthcoming new album, Shed Seven, set for release on January 8, 2027, via Cooking Vinyl. The band have also shared the album’s lead single, “Stand Together,” and will livestream a […]

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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 […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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
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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: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Rick Astley Brings Charm, Hits And Feel-Good Energy To Lincoln Castle

          July 3, 2026

          Rick Astley brought a feel-good summer show to Lincoln Castle, performing against one of Lincolnshire’s most picturesque backdrops. From the moment he and his band took to the stage, the evening had an easy, celebratory […]

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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 […]

        • 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

          The Cure performing live at Belsonic Belfast
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          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 […]

  • Gigs
        • 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
          Podcast

          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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DOLDRUMS shares new single 'Machine Boi'! - Listen Now 1
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DOLDRUMS shares new single ‘Machine Boi’! – Listen Now

June 8, 2017 XS Noize

Montreal artist Doldrums is sharing another slice of his noise-pop with new single ‘Machine Boi’. Doldrums is set to release his new album ‘Esc’ on June 30th. Speaking about the track, Airick Asher Woodhead, aka, […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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FLEET FOXES Release New Song, “If You Need To, Keep Time On Me” – Listen Now

June 7, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have released the third song from their highly anticipated new album Crack-Up, titled “If You Need To, Keep Time on Me.” The album will stream in its entirety via NPR First Listen beginning […]

PJ HARVEY and RAMY ESSAM Share Video for "THE CAMP" WATCH NOW
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PJ HARVEY and RAMY ESSAM Share Video for “THE CAMP” WATCH NOW

June 7, 2017 XS Noize

PJ Harvey and Egyptian recording artist Ramy Essam have come together to write and record ‘The Camp’ – a track which they hope will raise awareness and much needed support towards the health and educational […]

Live Review: SIMPLE MINDS ACOUSTIC - Belfast Waterfront 1
Live Reviews

Live Review: SIMPLE MINDS ACOUSTIC – Belfast Waterfront

June 7, 2017 XS Noize

Simple Minds moved on up to Belfast’s Waterfront last night on their extensive UK Acoustic tour. Playing under a glittering chandelier Simple Minds had the usual ‘up for it’ Belfast crowd going from the start […]

Due to incredible demand U2 extend THE JOSHUA TREE tour with support from NOEL GALLAGHER
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Due to incredible demand U2 extend THE JOSHUA TREE tour with support from NOEL GALLAGHER

June 6, 2017 XS Noize

Live Nation confirmed today that, due to incredible demand, select new stadium shows have been added to U2 The Joshua Tree Tour 2017. The newly announced dates include a limited return to North America with […]

Classic Album Revisited: SUFJAN STEVENS - 'Seven Swans'
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisited: SUFJAN STEVENS – ‘Seven Swans’

June 6, 2017 Lori Gava

Singer/Songwriter Sufjan Stevens has made a career of confounding expectations. His love of genre jumping and collaborating is the thing of legends. Still a relatively young performer at the age of 41 he has amassed […]

PLANETARIUM - album track 'Venus' debuts today with SUFJAN STEVENS-animated video
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PLANETARIUM – album track ‘Venus’ debuts today with SUFJAN STEVENS-animated video

June 5, 2017 XS Noize

Planetarium, the highly-anticipated collaborative album from Sufjan Stevens, Bryce Dessner, Nico Muhly and James McAlister is out this Friday, June 9. Ahead of the release a new song, ‘Venus’, premieres today alongside a video animated […]

PLACEBO share poignant video for new single "Life's What You Make It" + announce UK tour dates
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PLACEBO share poignant video for new single “Life’s What You Make It” + announce UK tour dates

June 5, 2017 XS Noize

An unmistakably 21st-century take on an 80s art-rock classic, complete with a thought-provoking short film. For a band with such a strong and unmistakable catalogue of original material, Placebo have always had an impeccable way […]

CABBAGE - Announce details of headline tour for September & October 2017
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CABBAGE – Announce details of headline tour for September & October 2017

June 5, 2017 XS Noize

Having sold out every headline date they have played this year, Cabbage have announced details of a headline tour for September & October 2017. They will be supported by Doncaster’s The Blinders, Liverpool’s Queen Zee […]

Depeche Mode To Release New Single “Where’s The Revolution” on February 3rd 1
Gigs

DEPECHE MODE will return to the UK and Ireland for four indoor shows in November of 2017

June 5, 2017 XS Noize

Following an incredible, sold-out homecoming show on Saturday night at London Stadium, Depeche Mode are excited to announce that they will return to the UK and Ireland for four indoor shows in November of 2017. […]

ROYAL BLOOD - Announce Their Biggest Irish Headline Show To Date
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ROYAL BLOOD have confirmed details of two exciting support bands for their forthcoming arena tour

June 5, 2017 XS Noize

Royal Blood have confirmed details of two exciting support bands for their forthcoming arena tour. The resurgent At The Drive In will join the bill at all of the tour’s UK and Ireland dates after […]

PAUL HEATON & JACQUI ABBOTT - NEW ALBUM 'CROOKED CALYPSO' - to be released in JULY 1
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PAUL HEATON & JACQUI ABBOTT – NEW ALBUM ‘CROOKED CALYPSO’ – to be released in JULY

June 3, 2017 XS Noize

Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott will release their third album ‘Crooked Calypso’ on Virgin EMI on 21st July. ‘Crooked Calypso’ boasts all the hallmarks of Heaton’s peerless songwriting: songs buoyant with melody, and redolent with […]

REVEREND & THE MAKERS Announce New Album - ‘The Death Of A King’
Gigs

REVEREND & THE MAKERS Announce New Album – ‘The Death Of A King’

June 3, 2017 XS Noize

Reverend & The Makers release their sixth album, ‘The Death Of A King’, through Cooking Vinyl, on Friday 22nd September. The first song to be taken from the album, ‘Too Tough To Die,’ was premiered […]

THE CRIBS - Share Brand New Track, 'In Your Palace'
Gigs

THE CRIBS – Share Brand New Track, ‘In Your Palace’

June 3, 2017 XS Noize

Fresh from their recent run of sold-out shows celebrating the ten-year anniversary of their lauded third album ‘Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever’, The Cribs share a brand new track ‘In Your Palace’. Emerging from the […]

FOO FIGHTERS: “RUN” Has 2.2 Million YouTube Views in First 24 Hours
New Music

FOO FIGHTERS: “RUN” Has 2.2 Million YouTube Views in First 24 Hours

June 3, 2017 XS Noize

The people have spoken: They want their summer hard rock anthem and they’ve found it in Foo Fighters’ superlative new “Run.” In the 24 hours since “Run” was unleashed on the public without warning, an […]

RADIOHEAD To Release 'OK COMPUTER OKNOTOK 1997 - 2017' In June 2
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RADIOHEAD Unveil Previously Unreleased Track – ‘I Promise’

June 3, 2017 XS Noize

Radiohead’s previously unreleased ‘I Promise’ has been made available to stream and download. ‘I Promise’ is one of 3 previously unreleased tracks to be featured on the band’s album OKNOTOK, which will be released on […]

Watch Video for ARCADE FIRE'S New Track ‘Everything Now’
Gigs

Watch Video for ARCADE FIRE’S New Track ‘Everything Now’

June 1, 2017 XS Noize

Having performed the song live for the first time at a surprise show in Barcelona on 1st June, Arcade Fire has now released ‘Everything Now’, the title track from the band’s fifth album due out […]

THE BEATLES Celebrate ‘SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND’ with Special Anniversary Edition Releases
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IT WAS 50 YEARS AGO TODAY: THE BEATLES SERGEANT PEPPER AT 50

June 1, 2017 Sandra Blemster

1967 was considered to be the Summer of Love. It was the year of rebellion against the system. Protests broke out against the Vietnam War, and hippies gathered in Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco in their droves. […]

Lea Porcelain's Release Debut EP 'Out Is In' EP
Gigs

LEA PORCELAIN – unveil new single and video “A Year From Here” from debut album ‘Hymns To The Night’

May 31, 2017 XS Noize

“How does time affect our life and how do we deal with it?” Lea Porcelain question in their new video ‘A Year From Here’. “Probably one of the most important and primal challenges for humankind […]

APHEX TWIN - Announces First Ever Live Stream @ Field Day 2017
Gigs

APHEX TWIN – Announces First Ever Live Stream @ Field Day 2017

May 30, 2017 XS Noize

NTS Radio, Warp Records and Field Day team up to present the world’s first live video stream of an Aphex Twin performance, broadcasting live from Field Day festival in London on Saturday June 3rd. NTS […]

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