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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
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          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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Jesus Jones confirm new album details
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Jesus Jones confirm new album details

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Jesus Jones have confirmed details of their new album ‘Passages’, due for release in June 2017. ‘Passages’ is the sixth Jesus Jones album and their first since ‘London’ was released back in 2001. Despite never […]

London band Hunck share video for their brand new single 'Little Woman' - LISTEN
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London band Hunck share video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

London band Hunck have shared the video for their brand new single ‘Little Woman’, out on the 24th February on Rex Records. As the world swiftly accelerates into a new era of anti-intellectual and aggressively […]

Tall Ships debut video for 'Petrichor' - WATCH
Gigs

Tall Ships debut video for ‘Petrichor’ – WATCH

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Brighton’s Tall Ships present the video for ‘Petrichor’, the latest single from their much anticipated second album Impressions, arriving March 31st via FatCat Records. ‘Petrichor’ serves as one of Impressions’ greatest peaks, a hands-raised-aloft […]

The Pale White unveil their debut single ‘Reaction’ - LISTEN
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The Pale White unveil their debut single ‘Reaction’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

The emerging Newcastle trio The Pale White released their debut single ‘Reaction’ on Ignition 45’s at the end of January. Since it’s release it’s clocked up over 115k streams on Spotify, has been added to […]

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists
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Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt teams up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

Edinburgh-based artist Mt. Doubt aka Leo Bargery has teamed up with Dunfermline rockers Foreignfox for the release of AA-side single Tourists / Lights Off, Carry Me Home, out on 31st March 2017 via Scottish Fiction. […]

VUKOVI share new single 'Weirdo' - LISTEN
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VUKOVI share new single ‘Weirdo’ – LISTEN

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

With frontwoman Janine Shilstone hailed as one of Kerrang!’s 50 Greatest Rock Stars this week, Vukovi today reveal their explosive new single ‘Weirdo’, taken from their forthcoming self-titled debut album due for release March 10th […]

Track of the Day: Polo - 'Soak'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Polo – ‘Soak’

February 21, 2017 XS Noize

POLO recently announced details of their debut EP Alice, set for release on 10th March through AWAL. Today, they share its second single, the slow-building and atmospheric “Soak,” which serves as an introspective look at […]

Album Review: Ryan Adams - Prisoner
Album Reviews

Album Review: Ryan Adams – Prisoner

February 21, 2017 Clair McAllister

It’s been 2 years since the ex-Whiskeytown maestro Ryan Adams last released a record, in the form of a full length ungraciously received Taylor Swift cover, so it will, no doubt, grant peace of mind […]

LUNCH LADIES unveil dreamy new track "Love Is Overrated" - LISTEN
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LUNCH LADIES unveil dreamy new track “Love Is Overrated” – LISTEN

February 20, 2017 XS Noize

NJ-based dream-pop band Lunch Ladies are now sharing, “Love Is Overrated,” the second single off of their forthcoming debut LP, Down on Sunset Strip. The track premiered over at Hello Giggles, where Cynthia Rittenbach (vox, […]

Track of the Day:  Club Drive - “Spare Time”
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Club Drive – “Spare Time”

February 20, 2017 Amanda Stock

Previously featured on XS Noize, British pop band Club Drive have released their brand new single Spare Time, which is out now on NUA Entertainment. ‘Spare Time’ follows the 2016 release of their debut EP […]

Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track "LOVE" - WATCH
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Lana Del Rey premieres the video to her new track “LOVE” – WATCH

February 20, 2017 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey has premiered the video to her new track “LOVE” today. The video was directed by Rich Lee. ‘LOVE’ is the first track to be taken from her forthcoming album, which is due […]

Album Review: Miss Ohio – White Hot (The Best Of)
Album Reviews

Album Review: Miss Ohio – White Hot (The Best Of)

February 20, 2017 Sandra Blemster

It’s hard to find out too much information on Miss Ohio as they keep and have kept a very low profile for the last 15 years of playing live! They consist of David Wilson on […]

Live Review: Kate Nash Goes MENTAL at Portsmouth Gig 2
Live Reviews

Live Review: Kate Nash Goes MENTAL at Portsmouth Gig

February 19, 2017 Helen Russell

Despite the title the reference is not to do with Kate shouting at the crowd, it is what her tour was called. Mental. To highlight people’s mental health state and to go and get help […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
Gigs

JAMIROQUAI shares Automation (DEETRON Remix) – Listen

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the explosive return of their first new music in seven years which sent bloggers, fans and critics in to global frenzy, Grammy award winning pioneers of “future funk”, Jamiroquai, officially release the […]

The Shins unveil new single “Mildenhall,” - Listen
Gigs

The Shins unveil new single “Mildenhall,” – Listen

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

The Shins have proudly unveiled new single “Mildenhall,” the third track from forthcoming album Heartworms. To accompany the new track, The Shins have also unveiled a lyric video for “Mildenhall”. Shot in black and white, […]

Midnight Oil announce return to UK for special London gig
Gigs

Midnight Oil announce return to UK for special London gig

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Midnight Oil is more than just a rock & roll band. From the northern beaches of Sydney to the streets of Manhattan, they have stopped traffic, inflamed passions, inspired fans, and broken new ground. The […]

Track of the Day: Callum Stewart - 'The Dam'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Callum Stewart – ‘The Dam’

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Northern Irish singer Callum Stewart has today released his brand new single ‘The Dam’ through Hope & Fury Records. The song is a gleaming slice of pristine, love-fuelled alt-pop, with Callum’s aching melodies cutting through […]

Wire Unveil New Album 'Silver/Lead' - Listen to Track  'Short Elevated Period'
Gigs

WIRE announce DRILL festivals in Leeds, LA, Berlin & Brussels, plus London Garage shows.

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Musical pioneers WIRE release their 15th studio album Silver/Lead on the 31st March 2017 via pinkflag, on the eve of their 40th anniversary. However, this is an album with its sights firmly set on the […]

Ryan Adams announces details of Irish tour dates this September.
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Ryan Adams announces details of Irish tour dates this September.

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Ryan Adams has just announced details of Irish tour dates this September. Ryan will play the Ulster Hall, Belfast on September 8th, followed by the Cork Opera House on September 9th and the tour will […]

Hers announce 8 track collection 'Songs of Hers' - Listen to track
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Hers announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Hers’ – Listen to track

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Her’s announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Her’s’ and tease new cut ‘Speed Racer’. The seeds of Her’s have well and truly rooted themselves in Liverpool. Originally a meeting of minds between Norway’s Audun Laading […]

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