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        • Open House Festival
          News

          Open House Festival returns to Bangor with Lisa Hannigan, The Staves, Deirdre O’Kane and more

          April 8, 2026

          Lisa Hannigan, The Staves, Deirdre O’Kane, and The Tallest Man on Earth are just four of the acts performing at this year’s Open House Festival in Bangor, County Down. The Festival returns to Bangor for […]

          Jesse Roper
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          Jesse Roper channels indie-Americana spirit on new single ‘Green Eyed Lady’

          April 8, 2026

          Jesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour, his indie/Americana defined by his authenticity and an adventurous spirit that will appeal to fans of Leon Bridges, Alabama Shakes and JJ Cale. A master at connecting his personal […]

          The Strokes
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          The Strokes announce seventh album ‘Reality Awaits’ and share new single ‘Going Shopping’

          April 7, 2026

          Reality Awaits, the seventh studio album from The Strokes, is set for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. The new single “Going Shopping” is out now. Recorded in Costa Rica with producer Rick […]

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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 […]

        • 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

          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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

  • Podcast
        • 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, […]

          Scouting For Girls
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          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes now announce a brand spanking new run of dates in December – their biggest and most exciting to date 2
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Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes now announce a brand spanking new run of dates in December – their biggest and most exciting to date

April 3, 2017 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of a sold out headline tour of the UK, their third sold out UK tour in a row, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes now announce a brand spanking new run of […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
Album Reviews

Album Review: JAMIROQUAI – ‘Automaton’

April 3, 2017 Chris Snoddon

It has been seven long years since the pretty mediocre ‘Rock Dust Light Star’ was showcased by London based Jamiroquai but 31st March 2017 sees Jay Kay and his band of Acid Jazz Funksters return […]

Album Review: THE JESUS & MARY CHAIN - 'Damage and Joy'
Album Reviews

Album Review: THE JESUS & MARY CHAIN – ‘Damage and Joy’

April 3, 2017 Lori Gava

It is all too often a cringe worthy experience when a beloved band seminal in one’s developing musical tastes, comes back out of the cold to release a new studio album after 19 years. I […]

ALBUM REVIEW - Lydia Ainsworth - "Darling Of The Afterglow”
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW – Lydia Ainsworth – “Darling Of The Afterglow”

March 31, 2017 Amanda Stock

Toronto-based artist, composer and producer Lydia Ainsworth announces her sublime second album, “Darling of the Afterglow”. The album is released today through Bella Union. “Darling of the Afterglow “is Lydia Ainsworth’s sophomore record and follow […]

XS Noize Exclusive Video Premiere: THE BRAZEN - 'Delusion'
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XS Noize Exclusive Video Premiere: THE BRAZEN – ‘Delusion’

March 31, 2017 XS Noize

Leeds-based indie rockers The Brazen have released their anthemic new single Delusion on today,  Friday 31st March. Check out the video below. The new single follows sold-out shows all over the UK and media support from […]

Track of the Day: MARK LANEGAN BAND - "Beehive"
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: MARK LANEGAN BAND – “Beehive”

March 31, 2017 XS Noize

With new album Gargoyle due for release 28th April on Heavenly Recordings, Mark Lanegan Band have shared a second track from this much-anticipated LP in the form of new single “Beehive”. With its addictive hooks […]

LEA PORCELAIN Announce Debut Album - 'Hymns To The Night' + Unveil Short Film 1
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LEA PORCELAIN Announce Debut Album – ‘Hymns To The Night’ + Unveil Short Film

March 30, 2017 XS Noize

Rising electronic post-punk duo, Lea Porcelain, announced the release of their debut album Hymns To The Night, out June 16 with a short introductory film, ‘This Is Lea Porcelain. A Portrait By Ramon Haindl’, an […]

PETER DOHERTY & THE PUTA MADRES release a new live video of the song ‘Kolly Kibber'
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PETER DOHERTY & THE PUTA MADRES release a new live video of the song ‘Kolly Kibber’

March 30, 2017 XS Noize

Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres release a new live video of the song ‘Kolly Kibber,’ filmed and recorded live by Roger Sargent in Berlin at Huxley’s Neue Welt on 25th February. There will also […]

THE MEMBRANES play their biggest hometown show, Live at Manchester's Ritz
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THE MEMBRANES play their biggest hometown show, Live at Manchester’s Ritz

March 29, 2017 XS Noize

The Membranes play their biggest hometown show to date on Saturday April 29th at The Ritz, Manchester. The show, which is set to sell out, will see the band play the whole of their critically […]

DECLAN MCKENNA Announces New UK/Irish Tour
New Music

DECLAN MCKENNA Announces New UK/Irish Tour

March 29, 2017 XS Noize

Declan McKenna has announced details of a new UK and Irish tour for later this Spring. The hotly-tipped young Brit will headline ten dates in May, kicking off at Thekla in Bristol on the 15th […]

CAST Announce details of a brand new album ‘Kicking Up The Dust’ + UK Festival dates
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CAST Announce details of a brand new album ‘Kicking Up The Dust’ + UK Festival dates

March 29, 2017 XS Noize

Britpop legends Cast announce details of a brand new album ‘Kicking Up The Dust’ released through Cast Recordings / Warner ADA and available to download on 21st April 2017. The new album has been recorded […]

Live Review: DEPECHE MODE Play The BARROWLANDS, Glasgow – 26th March 2017 1
Live Reviews

Live Review: DEPECHE MODE Play The BARROWLANDS, Glasgow – 26th March 2017

March 28, 2017 Amanda Stock

Depeche Mode’s headlining appearance at the BBC6 Music Festival was always going to be a very, very special event. This is a band that pulls in stadium attendances of in excess of 68,000 – tickets […]

The Lemon Twigs announce London KOKO show in 2017
Gigs

THE LEMON TWIGS add November UK tour dates

March 28, 2017 XS Noize

Currently wowing the crowds in the UK, The Lemon Twigs have announced new live dates in Europe for November, including five British headline shows. The Lemon Twigs will finish a triumphant debut headline tour this […]

BETH DITTO Announces Run of European Live Shows
Gigs

BETH DITTO Announces Run of European Live Shows

March 28, 2017 XS Noize

Beth Ditto, former front woman of iconic indie rock trio Gossip, has announced three exclusive European appearances in April, by way of introducing her highly anticipated debut solo album. With shows in Berlin, Paris and […]

BILLY BRAGG Announces ‘Bridges Not Walls’ Solo Tour
Gigs

BILLY BRAGG Announces ‘Bridges Not Walls’ Solo Tour

March 28, 2017 XS Noize

Fresh from touring the world with Joe Henry and galvanised by ‘events’, not least the worrying rise of popularism, Billy Bragg is dealing with it in the best way he knows how, by strapping on […]

Track of the Day: THE HURT - 'Sleeping'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: THE HURT – ‘Sleeping’

March 28, 2017 XS Noize

‘Sleeping’ is an epic and brooding masterpiece. Co-written by Rikki Turner (Paris Angels) and Stephen Evans of Cabbage, the song is dark and beautifully sinister; Lo-fi American Gothic meets Cave and Cohen. Turner’s baritone is […]

RAG'N'BONE MAN releases new single 'Skin' & tours the UK next month
Gigs

RAG’N’BONE MAN releases new single ‘Skin’ & tours the UK next month

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

Rag’n’Bone Man, AKA Rory Graham, releases his new single Skin, out now on Best Laid Plans / Columbia Records. Taken from his debut album Human which was released on February 10 to mass critical acclaim, […]

SUPERFOOD share 'Double Dutch (Dubble Dutch)' remix
The Listening Post

SUPERFOOD share ‘Double Dutch (Dubble Dutch)’ remix

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

With the band currently a week into the inaugural Dirty Hit Tour, with a homecoming Birmingham show tonight, Superfood today share a remix of recent single, with ‘Double Dutch (Dubble Dutch)’ available hear below. Of […]

ELEVANT Announce Normal Life EP + Tour Dates 1
Gigs

ELEVANT Announce Normal Life EP + Tour Dates

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

Elevant are the thunderous genre absorbers heading the Loner Noise label.Since their formation in 2014 they’ve fused a host of disparate influences into a sound that can be dark and atmospheric, heavy and crushing or […]

LEA PORCELAIN unveil Springsteen cover of ‘Streets of Philadelphia’
The Listening Post

LEA PORCELAIN unveil Springsteen cover of ‘Streets of Philadelphia’

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

London via Berlin alternative electronic post-punk duo, Lea Porcelain, fresh from the acclaim for their latest single ‘Bones’, unleash a brooding, alternative take on Springsteen’s classic, ‘Streets of Philadelphia’. Recorded as a Christmas present for […]

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