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        • Freya Ridings
          News

          Freya Ridings announces 2026 UK and EU tour with Belfast, Dublin, Cork and Kilkenny dates

          April 13, 2026

          Following the announcement of her forthcoming album Mother Of Pearl (out May 29th on BMG) last month, Freya Ridings has also announced a massive UK and EU tour, including shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast on […]

          Holy Holy - The Final Tour - A Celebration of Bowie
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          Holy Holy announce Belfast date on The Final Tour – A Celebration of Bowie

          April 13, 2026

          David Bowie’s former producer / bassist Tony Visconti and drummer Woody Woodmansey launched their Bowie project ‘The Best Of Bowie’ featuring long-time fan and friend Heaven 17’s Glenn Gregory plus the all-star Holy Holy band. […]

          Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

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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
        • 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
        • 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
          Podcast

          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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KAISER CHIEFS unveil video for new single 'HOLE IN MY SOUL'
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KAISER CHIEFS unveil video for new single ‘HOLE IN MY SOUL’

August 26, 2016 XS Noize

Hot on the heels from headlining a triumphant V Festival, KAISER CHIEFS have revealed the video for their brand new single HOLE IN MY SOUL, taken from the forthcoming album STAY TOGETHER. PARACHUTE video director […]

PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) ANNOUNCE SUMMER 2016 UK / EUROPEAN TOUR
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Public Image Ltd announce more UK tour dates

August 26, 2016 XS Noize

Following on from highly successful 2015 and 2016 dates in UK, Europe, North America, and most recently Latin America, John Rotten Lydon’s Public Image Ltd (PiL) have announced a further four UK dates starting at […]

Kings of Leon announce 7th studio album - Walls
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Kings of Leon announce 7th studio album – Walls

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Multi-platinum selling rock band KINGS OF LEON officially announce the release of their hugely anticipated seventh studio album WALLS on October 14th through Columbia Records. The Grammy Award winning group decided to return to their […]

Pretty Green launch Jimi Hendrix collection 1
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Pretty Green launch Jimi Hendrix collection

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

“Jimi Hendrix is an absolute force of nature. Aswell as him being the best guitarist ever, he’s also one of the greatest songwriters; his lyrics and his voice are equally as good and his look […]

Tamu Massif Shares New Single - OK
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Tamu Massif Shares New Single – OK

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Tamu Massif is sharing a new single, ‘OK’, the latest track to emerge from a forthcoming EP, following previous release ‘Holding Back’, a Spotify viral hit which has now accrued over 140,000 plays. The new […]

Modern Baseball announce massive UK tour for 2017
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Modern Baseball announce massive UK tour for 2017

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Testament to the immense connection shared between the band and their fans, Philadelphia’s Modern Baseball can today announce news of their largest European tour to date, a 2017 run that will see them take in […]

The Answer announce brand new album ‘Solas’ 1
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The Answer announce brand new album ‘Solas’

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

The Answer have announced the release of their eagerly anticipated new album Solas via Napalm Records on October 28th. The first track to be taken from the new album is the melancholic ‘Beautiful World’. Co-written […]

Girls Names announce Revisionism remixes EP
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Girls Names announce Revisionism remixes EP

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Belfast’s Girls Names share news of Revisionism: a remix EP containing the choicest reworkings of tracks from their acclaimed third album, Arms Around a Vision, and its preceding Zero Triptych single. The news comes accompanied […]

Empire Of The Sun Announce third studio album. Listen to track
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Empire Of The Sun Announce third studio album. Listen to track

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Alt-electro pioneers Empire Of The Sun welcome you into their garden of unearthly bliss as they return with their third studio album ‘Two Vines’, set for release on October 28. Through a waterfall of dreams, […]

PAUL McCARTNEY TO HEADLINE FIREFLY MUSIC FESTIVAL  JUNE 18-21 AT THE WOODLANDS, DOVER DE
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Sir Paul McCartney recalls early days of songwriting in new #GetBack film clip

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

The greatest myth in pop music history is that in Liverpool everything began and ended with the Beatles. It didn’t. Get Back documents the real story of Liverpool’s music outpourings, from post war years to […]

Track of the Day: L. - Our Time
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: L. – Our Time

August 25, 2016 XS Noize

Unshakeably British, L. is singer songwriter Ellie Thompson whose music combines a heady mix of self-confidence and endearing vulnerability that few artists can effectively convey. Having grown up on the Isle of Wight with a […]

Track of the Day: Ilana J - Made 4 U
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Ilana J – Made 4 U

August 23, 2016 XS Noize

Originally from the UK, up and coming singer-songwriter Ilana J is taking the music scene by storm with her relentless passion for songwriting and a natural musical talent to match. An accomplished pianist and guitarist, […]

Track of the Day: Holy Holy - 'Darwinism' - Listen
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Holy Holy Reveal Video for New Single DARWINISM and EUROPEAN dates

August 23, 2016 XS Noize

HOLY HOLY are coming to Europe to celebrate the release of their brand new single Darwinism, the first single lifted from their highly anticipated sophomore record, set for release in 2017. Darwinism is an evocative […]

YOU ME AT SIX play Belfast Limelight 9th October
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YOU ME AT SIX play Belfast Limelight 9th October

August 23, 2016 XS Noize

YOU ME AT SIX are set to release a new studio album that will confirm their status as one of the most important rock bands to emerge from the UK. Night People will be released […]

Belfast duo New Portals release 'Cage' video - Watch
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Belfast duo New Portals release ‘Cage’ video – Watch

August 23, 2016 XS Noize

New Portals have unveiled the video for their new single ‘Cage’. It follows previous singles ‘Stay Here Tonight’, which received support from Radio 1’s Phil Taggart and Huw Stephens, and the highly acclaimed ‘Groove Boy’ […]

Track of the Day: IndifferentMonKeY - I Can See You (on Facebook)
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: IndifferentMonKeY – I Can See You (on Facebook)

August 22, 2016 XS Noize

IndifferentMonKeY is a band driven, and sometimes, crashed by Joseph Lowe. Using original nineties loops created with his long term friend/collaborator Mark Lingard, Joseph has written and produced music with a new fresh sound that […]

Jagwar Ma reveal album details, stream new track 'Give Me A Reason' - Listen
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Jagwar Ma reveal album details, stream new track ‘Give Me A Reason’ – Listen

August 19, 2016 XS Noize

Jagwar Ma have announced details of their second album Every Now & Then, which will be released October 14th via Marathon Artists. Following first single ‘O B 1’, the band have also revealed a second […]

Track of the Day: Skinny Lister - 'Wanted'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Skinny Lister – ‘Wanted’

August 19, 2016 XS Noize

The unstoppable, wide-eyed, rump-shaking force of Skinny Lister continues apace with the announcement of their third studio album ‘The Devil, The Heart & The Fight’ to be released on 30th September 2016 through Xtra Mile […]

Die Antwoord Share New Track 'Bum Bum' From New album 'Suck On This' Mixtape - Listen
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Die Antwoord have just launched a new track from their forthcoming record, album opener “We Have Candy”- Listen

August 19, 2016 XS Noize

Die Antwoord have just launched a new track from their forthcoming record, album opener “We Have Candy”. Of the album, in their own words: “When Ninji, ¥o-landi and God hooked up with The Black Goat […]

XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #17: Lions of Dissent
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XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #17: Lions of Dissent

August 18, 2016 Thomas S. Day

At XS Noize, new music is dear to our hearts and we believe that genuinely talented fresh artists deserve a platform to share their material with the world. As such, we will now be showcasing […]

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