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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
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          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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Sassy, sensual and effortlessly cool FLORENCE JOELLE releases 'One Step Forward' EP
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Sassy, sensual and effortlessly cool FLORENCE JOELLE releases ‘One Step Forward’ EP

April 11, 2017 XS Noize

Sassy, sensual and effortlessly cool, Joelle has created a musical subgenre all of her own. Its a Franco-Anglo polychromatic, potpourri of latin and classic jazz, vintage and contemporary blues, gypsy folk, 50’s R&B rock n […]

Track of the Day: INVSN - 'I Dreamt Music'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: INVSN – ‘I Dreamt Music’

April 11, 2017 XS Noize

INVSN today share brand new track ‘I Dreamt Music,’ from the band’s forthcoming LP, The Beautiful Stories. Of the new song, band leader Dennis Lyxzén says “Music always meant more to me then just entertainment. […]

10,000 RUSSOS Release Second LP ‘Distress Distress’ + Live Dates
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10,000 RUSSOS Release Second LP ‘Distress Distress’ + Live Dates

April 10, 2017 XS Noize

10,000 Russos are a formidable force within modern psychedelia; their industrial psych/post-punk has been charming fuzz-heads across the globe with its stomping, shamanic mantras and otherworldly krautrock slant. Following their debut album and recent split […]

Acclaimed New London Five-Piece CURSE OF LONO Release Their Debut Album + Announce Headline Show
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Acclaimed New London Five-Piece CURSE OF LONO Release Their Debut Album + Announce Headline Show

April 10, 2017 XS Noize

Acclaimed new London five-piece Curse Of Lono released their debut album ‘Severed’ on Submarine Cat Records on April 7th. A sumptuously cinematic record that combines harmony-laden Americana with driving, gothic alt-rock, Severed’ was produced at […]

Track of the Day: SLEEP PARTY PEOPLE - ‘The Missing Steps’
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: SLEEP PARTY PEOPLE – ‘The Missing Steps’

April 10, 2017 XS Noize

Sleep Party People are sharing the video for new single ‘The Missing Steps’, the first track to emerge from new album Lingering, due out June 2 2017 through Joyful Noise Recordings. Written, recorded, produced and […]

POLIÇA Announce new double A-side 7” "Lipstick Stains" / "Still Counts" for Record Store Day
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POLIÇA Announce new double A-side 7” “Lipstick Stains” / “Still Counts” for Record Store Day

April 10, 2017 XS Noize

POLIÇA are set to release a brand new double A-side 7” – “Lipstick Stains” / “Still Counts” – for Record Store Day 2017. Issued through Memphis Industries, “Still Counts” premiered on Lauren Laverne’s BBC 6 […]

STAYCATIONS find the sweet spot with dreamy new single 'Ophelia'
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STAYCATIONS find the sweet spot with dreamy new single ‘Ophelia’

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

Cambridge 5-Piece Staycations unveil their latest soulful, infectious single ‘Ophelia’, a bar raising effort replete with the classic dreamy-indie touches they’ve established on recent singles ‘Hey Guys‘ and ‘The Enemy‘. Formed of brothers Lewis Marriott-Hall […]

Indie Upstarts DANTEVILLES Reveal Video For 'Graffiti'
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Indie Upstarts DANTEVILLES Reveal Video For ‘Graffiti’

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

Manchester indie upstarts Dantevilles have revealed the official video for brand new single Graffiti via Heist or Hit (Still Parade, Her’s), the first in a string of releases scheduled throughout 2017 that are sure to […]

THE CRANBERRIES Release Extra Tickets For Belfast Waterfront Show
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THE CRANBERRIES Release Extra Tickets For Belfast Waterfront Show

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

Irish band The Cranberries are bringing a very special Greatest Hits Tour on the road this summer. Best known for their now classic songs ‘Linger’, ‘Zombie’ and ‘Dreams’, The Cranberries will perform specially orchestrated versions […]

SEA PINKS Announce New Album 'Watercourse' due out on 26 May, Listen To First Single 'Into Nowhere'
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SEA PINKS Announce New Album ‘Watercourse’ due out on 26 May, Listen To First Single ‘Into Nowhere’

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

“Into Nowhere” is the first single to be taken from Watercourse, the new LP from Sea Pinks, Belfast’s finest purveyors of bittersweet guitar pop since 2010. The single sees them picking up where 2016’s acclaimed […]

Listen To The New Single From KID ASTRAY - 'Fall To My Knees'
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Listen To The New Single From KID ASTRAY – ‘Fall To My Knees’

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

Norwegian indie-pop outfit Kid Astray return after a flurry of EP releases to deliver their latest electronic anthem ‘Fall To My Knees’, due out on the 11th March 2017 via Sony Music. Having known each […]

Track of the Day: Morrissey & Marshall - “She’s Got Love”
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Morrissey & Marshall – “She’s Got Love”

April 7, 2017 XS Noize

Two friends Darren Morrissey and Greg Marshall busk outside the bank, two friends play local bars, two friends get scouted by The Magic Numbers in said local bar in Kilburn, two friends release debut album […]

ERASURE Share The Adam Turner Remix Of ‘LOVE YOU TO THE SKY’ - Listen
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ERASURE Share The Adam Turner Remix Of ‘LOVE YOU TO THE SKY’ – Listen

April 6, 2017 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have shared the Adam Turner remix of ‘Love You To The Sky’ the first single from their brand new album, World Be Gone, released 19 May 2017. The reworking […]

LOOM announce debut album details and share 'Hate' - Listen
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LOOM Share New Video for ‘Lice’ – Watch

April 6, 2017 XS Noize

Loom have now premiered their twisted new video for ‘Lice’, which was directed by Dean Richardson of the Rattlesnakes. Speaking to The Beat about the new video Joshua Fitzgerald (guitars) said: “Lice directly captures our […]

Track of the Day: BUFFALO SUNN - 'Idle Man'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: BUFFALO SUNN – ‘Idle Man’

April 6, 2017 XS Noize

Their latest single ‘Idle Man’ is the first release from their 2016 sessions with Grammy award-winning producer Joe Chiccarelli (My Morning Jacket, Beck, Morrissey) at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles. With it’s “fantastically affecting fusion […]

THE CHARLATANS Release New Single "Plastic Machinery" Off Forthcoming Album - Listen
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THE CHARLATANS Release New Single “Plastic Machinery” Off Forthcoming Album – Listen

April 6, 2017 XS Noize

The Charlatans have released their new single “Plastic Machinery,” available now for download and streaming. The song is from the band’s thirteenth album entitled Different Days, due out May 26, 2017 via BMG. Co-produced by […]

THE BEATLES Celebrate ‘SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND’ with Special Anniversary Edition Releases
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THE BEATLES Celebrate ‘SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND’ with Special Anniversary Edition Releases

April 5, 2017 XS Noize

It was 50 years ago this June 1st when The Beatles’ John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr astonished and delighted the world, ushering in the Summer of Love with Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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FLEET FOXES Announce World Tour and Release Album Trailer

April 4, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have announced an extensive international tour for 2017, including newly added US dates throughout the Southwest, Southern California, and the Midwest as well as a fall stretch across Europe. These dates are in […]

ANILORE return with the Lull EP
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ANILORE return with the Lull EP

April 4, 2017 XS Noize

Hailing from New York, Andy Cheng, Andrew Malenda and Michael Worsa met in the 90’s and formed Anilore. In 2006, the band released a remastered version of Still Awake, drawing on their influences from post punk […]

BETH DITTO shares new track 'Fire' with debut solo album details - Listen 1
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BETH DITTO shares new track ‘Fire’ with debut solo album details – Listen

April 4, 2017 XS Noize

After 17 years of kicking out increasingly dancy garage-punk with the Gossip, Beth Ditto will make her solo debut with Fake Sugar, set for release on June 16 via Virgin Records. “Fire,” the album’s leadoff […]

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