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        • Mae Stephens
          News

          Mae Stephens drops the delulu song of the summer with new single ‘Delusional’

          April 17, 2026

          Mae Stephens recently told followers that she thought she had written “the delulu song of the summer” and today’s release of the new single ‘Delusional’ proves that she was correct. It comes as she has […]

          The Ordinary Boys
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          The Ordinary Boys celebrate their 20th anniversary comeback with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’

          April 17, 2026

          After over a decade-long hiatus, The Ordinary Boys today make their musical return with brand new single ‘Peer Pressure’ – a superb offering that draws on the Worthing band’s synonymous indie-ska roots and arrives via […]

          Enter Shikari
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          Enter Shikari release video for “Find Out The Hard Way” from surprise new album “Lose Your Self”

          April 16, 2026

          Enter Shikari have just revealed the official music video for track, Find Out The Hard Way. The visuals were shot in South London by Jasper Visuals, and premiered last night on YouTube. With zero announcements or teasers […]

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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
        • 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. […]

          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, […]

  • 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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RAG'N'BONE MAN releases new single 'Skin' & tours the UK next month
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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 […]

Track of the Day: HEAVY SUNS - 'Hide' 1
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: HEAVY SUNS – ‘Hide’

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

When it comes down to it, who doesn’t have a love for The Beatles, Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin? It sounds cliché that South Yorkshire’s newest and most exciting export Heavy Suns take influence from […]

PET SHOP BOYS Release “THE POP KIDS” (THE REMIXES) March 18 - listen
Gigs

PET SHOP BOYS Announce Dublin Concert Date

March 27, 2017 XS Noize

After the huge success of the first part of their Super World Tour last autumn, the Pet Shop Boys have just announced a concert date for Ireland. Following sold-out concerts in the USA, Canada, Germany, […]

Album Review: Goldfrapp – Silver Eye
Album Reviews

Album Review: Goldfrapp – Silver Eye

March 27, 2017 Sandra Blemster

The enigmatic and creative Goldfrapp will release their seventh studio album Silver Eye this week on March 31st on Mute records. This is the follow-up to their 2013 Tales of Us. They have pooled together […]

Album Review: BRITISH SEA POWER- Let the Dancers Inherit the Party 2
Album Reviews

Album Review: BRITISH SEA POWER- Let the Dancers Inherit the Party

March 25, 2017 Lori Gava

Unique and eclectic are two words that come to mind when the band British Sea Power is mentioned. On March 31, 2017 the band will be releasing their 10th studio album Let the Dancers Inherit […]

THE FRANKLIN ELECTRIC - Share new video for 'Someone Just Like You' - Watch
Gigs

THE FRANKLIN ELECTRIC – Share new video for ‘Someone Just Like You’ – Watch

March 24, 2017 XS Noize

Montreal-based alt-folk band The Franklin Electric are set to release their highly anticipated sophomore album titled ‘Blue Ceilings’ on 5th May 2017 via Indica Records. The band will be heading to the UK in Spring […]

THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS share new single 'Whiteout Conditions' - Listen
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THE NEW PORNOGRAPHERS share new single ‘Whiteout Conditions’ – Listen

March 24, 2017 XS Noize

Critically acclaimed supergroup The New Pornographers are premiering the title track of their forthcoming full-length record Whiteout Conditions today. Stream/share the song here. The album is due April 7th and is the first release on […]

British newcomer TOM WALKER announces the release of his new EP ‘Blessings’ April 21st
Gigs

British newcomer TOM WALKER announces the release of his new EP ‘Blessings’ April 21st

March 24, 2017 XS Noize

Set to take 2017 by storm, British newcomer Tom Walker not only announces the release of his new EP ‘Blessings’ April 21st on Relentless Records, but also an 8 date UK tour including his biggest […]

Track of the Day: JOY ROOM - 'What's Your Number'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: JOY ROOM – ‘What’s Your Number’

March 24, 2017 XS Noize

West-London fourpiece Joy Room have announced new release What’s Your Number? out today, with b-side Down coming soon. Joy Room announced themselves back in September with the intro track Late At Night, which has since […]

Live Review: BLOSSOMS LIVE at The Roundhouse 1
Live Reviews

Live Review: BLOSSOMS LIVE at The Roundhouse

March 24, 2017 Helen Russell

The VO5 NME Awards Tour 2017 landed in London last night and Blossoms were worthy headliners. The guys from Stockport filled the Roundhouse from floor to ceiling with devoted fans that would be worthy of […]

GORILLAZ - Announce New Album 'HUMANZ' - Watch Video Here
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GORILLAZ – Announce New Album ‘HUMANZ’ – Watch Video Here

March 23, 2017 XS Noize

Gorillaz are back. The world’s most successful virtual band will make their highly anticipated return with a new studio album titled Humanz, to be released by Parlophone Records on 28th April, 2017. Produced by Gorillaz, […]

Black Lips announce new album "Satan's graffiti or God's art?", Listen to track 1
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Black Lips announce new album “Satan’s graffiti or God’s art?”, Listen to track

March 23, 2017 XS Noize

Atlanta flower punk pioneers Black Lips have announced that their first album in three years, Satan’s graffiti or God’s art?, is set for release May 5th in the UK through Vice Records. Produced by Sean […]

Goldfrapp have revealed their new track, ‘Ocean’ - Listen
New Music

GOLDFRAPP have revealed their hypnotic new track, ‘Moon In Your Mouth’- Listen

March 23, 2017 XS Noize

Goldfrapp have revealed their hypnotic new track, ‘Moon In Your Mouth’, the latest from their forthcoming album ‘Silver Eye’, released on March 31st through Mute. Backed by a chorus of sensual synths, Alison’s haunting vocals […]

Track of the Day: The Jacques - No Kamikaze
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: The Jacques – No Kamikaze

March 22, 2017 XS Noize

The Jacques new song No Kamikaze nosedived into view on 10th March. In a nod to the band’s growing popularity and acceptance in mainland Europe it was released exclusively in France in early February and […]

JULIE BYRNE expands tour to include headlining Summer dates
Gigs

JULIE BYRNE expands tour to include headlining Summer dates

March 22, 2017 XS Noize

Julie Byrne has expanded her tour to include a string of Summer headlining dates. In the live arena she enchants, leaving rooms and festival crowds mesmerized by her voice and warm presence, who find a […]

THURSTON MOORE Announces New Album "Rock n Roll Consciousness" - Listen to track
News

THURSTON MOORE Announces New Album “Rock n Roll Consciousness” – Listen to track

March 22, 2017 XS Noize

Rock n Roll Consciousness, the new album by Thurston Moore, is set for release on April 28th on Caroline International. The album was recorded with producer Paul Epworth (Adele, The Pop Group) at The Church […]

Listen To TOM CHAPLIN - ‘Solid Gold’ ft. JONES
Gigs

Listen To TOM CHAPLIN – ‘Solid Gold’ ft. JONES

March 21, 2017 XS Noize

It’s been a busy start to the year for Tom Chaplin, just back from an intimate American club tour with his amazing band. Luckily he’s found time to return to the studio and record a […]

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