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        • Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

          Picture This
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          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
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          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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The Lucid Dream to release new album, 'Compulsion Songs' in September
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The Lucid Dream to release new album, ‘Compulsion Songs’ in September

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

Compulsion Songs is the 3rd album from Carlisle’s The Lucid Dream. Rather than bathe in the critical acclaim of their recent 2nd album, The Lucid Dream are quick out the blocks, venturing into pastures new […]

Track Of The Day: Big Spring - 'On A Bamboo Sleeping Mat'
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: Big Spring – ‘On A Bamboo Sleeping Mat’

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

Big Spring, the melody-driven alternative rock three-piece who have been kicking up dust with their impassioned live set and explosive song-writing, are ready to unleash their new single ‘On A Bamboo Sleeping Mat’. The song […]

Crystal Castles announce new album 'Amnesty (I)' , Listen to new single 'Char'
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Crystal Castles announce new album ‘Amnesty (I)’ , Listen to new single ‘Char’

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

Crystal Castles have unveiled details of their fourth studio album Amnesty (I) alongside new single ‘Char’, which premiered last night (July 11th) as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1. Following visual previews of […]

NEWS: DIIV ANNOUNCE FULL SPRING TOUR FOR UK / EUROPE
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DIIV Announces London Headline Date at Electric Ballroom

July 12, 2016 XS Noize

This year saw the release of “Is the Is Are”, the much-anticipated second album from Brooklyn band DIIV, to great acclaim. Publications from NME to Time Out and Wonderland praised its expansive ambition and unwieldy […]

David Holmes reveals new single 'This Is The Time' - Listen
New Music

David Holmes reveals new single ‘This Is The Time’ – Listen

July 11, 2016 XS Noize

‘Unloved’ is new cinematic-inspired project of acclaimed DJ, producer and Novello Award winning film scorer, David Holmes (programming & percussion) alongside True Detective TV composer Keefus Cancia (keyboards & programming) and the sultry LA songwriter […]

Album Review: Biffy Clyro - Ellipsis
Album Reviews

Album Review: Biffy Clyro – Ellipsis

July 11, 2016 Lori Gava

The Scottish force of nature that is Biffy Clyro is returning from a year long break from the attention of the music world, releasing their seventh studio LP Ellipsis the follow up to 2013’s Opposites. […]

Album Review: MT Doubt - In Awe Of Nothing
Album Reviews

Album Review: MT Doubt – In Awe Of Nothing

July 11, 2016 David McElroy

Mt. Doubt’s 2015 debut album My Past Is A Quiet Beast was one of my favourite albums of last year with its blend of deep lyrics and dark, intriguing guitar pop a real breath of […]

Michael Forsyth & The Amber Haze - Escape the World - Listen
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Michael Forsyth & The Amber Haze – Escape the World – Listen

July 11, 2016 XS Noize

A little while ago, not many people outside of a small Scottish town had heard of singer songwriter Michael Forsyth. That changed when his second album ‘Stop For the World’ reached number one in the […]

Track Of the Day: Kids on Bridges featuring Zigaboo Modeliste - Say OK
Track Of The Day

Track Of the Day: Kids on Bridges featuring Zigaboo Modeliste – Say OK

July 11, 2016 XS Noize

This has to be one of the strangest collaborations on paper, but it really works! The electro synths of Liverpool’s Kids On Bridges meets the New Orleans Funk of Zigaboo Modeliste from legendary band The […]

Track Of The Day: The Lemon Twigs - 'These Words'
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: The Lemon Twigs – ‘These Words’

July 8, 2016 XS Noize

The Lemon Twigs are teen brothers Brian (19) and Michael (17) D’Addario, from Long Island, New York. Born into a musical family, the pair have been playing rock music since they were old enough to […]

Track Of The Day: Bauer - Made the Change
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: Bauer – Made the Change

July 7, 2016 XS Noize

‘Made the Change’ is the first single to come from Bauer’s forthcoming new album ‘Impossible is Nothing’ which was funded by their worldwide fanbase via PledgeMusic. Masters of Synth Pop, the band have won a […]

A Conversation with Godfather of Punk TERRI HOOLEY 2
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XS Noize Podcast #6: A Conversation with TERRI HOOLEY – Godfather of Punk

July 7, 2016 XS Noize

Terri Hooley is a legend among the Belfast music community and beyond. During Northern Ireland’s troubled dark times, Terri Hooley’s Good Vibrations record shops and label survived in countless locations around the city, selling and […]

Classic Album Revisited: Beck - Odelay, 20 years on 1
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisited: Beck – Odelay, 20 years on

July 6, 2016 Lori Gava

As if you need any reminders that you are getting older, try getting your head around this one, Beck’s blockbuster album Odelay turns 20 this month. It feels like just yesterday that this quirky but ever […]

Crystal Castles unveil video for new track 'Concrete' - Watch
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Crystal Castles unveil video for new track ‘Concrete’ – Watch

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Crystal Castles have unveiled a video for frenetic new track ‘Concrete’. It follows a preview for a new track titled ‘Femen’ which emerged on the band’s Facebook page last week. In addition, the duo of […]

Deacon Blue Will Release Their Brand New studio Album 'Believers' In September
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Deacon Blue Will Release Their Brand New studio Album ‘Believers’ In September

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue further their huge creative and commercial renaissance with the release of their brand new studio album, ‘ Believers’ on September 30. ‘Believers’ is the third part of a trilogy begun with ‘The Hipsters’ […]

Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon announce details of a new album - Listen to track
Gigs

Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon announce details of a new album – Listen to track

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Tim Burgess and Peter Gordon have announced details of a new album. ‘Same Language, Different Worlds’ will be released through Burgess’s own label O Genesis on 2nd September 2016. The pair will also embark on […]

Pixies Announce New album + World Tour - Listen To First Single, "Um Chagga Lagga,"
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Pixies Announce New album + World Tour – Listen To First Single, “Um Chagga Lagga,”

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Pixies announce that their sophomore “post-reunion” album, Head Carrier, will be released on September 30 (Pixiesmusic/Play It Again Sam) The 12-track collection of the band’s unique aural mix of surrealism, psychedelia, dissonance and surf rock […]

COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES NEW SONG "THREE PACKS A DAY",  LISTEN NOW
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Courtney Barnett releases video feat. Sleater-Kinney, Jeff Tweedy & more

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

The past few years have seen the meteoric rise of Courtney Barnett to the higher echelons of indie rock superstardom. If her debut LP Sometimes I Sit and Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit finally […]

Track Of The Day: Hilary Woods - Sabbath
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: Hilary Woods – Sabbath

July 6, 2016 XS Noize

Hilary Woods is a music and visual artist from Dublin, Ireland. As a teenager she recorded two double platinum selling albums on Columbia Records as bass player in Irish indie trio JJ72, touring extensively in […]

Album Review: The Avalanches - Wildflower
Album Reviews

Album Review: The Avalanches – Wildflower

July 5, 2016 Landon Murray

Holy shit so this is what the world looks like when hell freezes over. If you’ve been living under a mainstream rock for the last 16 years or so, you won’t know that the Australian […]

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