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        • Billy Corgan
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          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

          Chance Peña
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          Chance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour

          May 8, 2026

          Today, Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña unveils his new single “The Voyager,” alongside a brand new cinematic visual. “The Voyager” unfolds as a dynamically layered song, beginning in an intimate, stripped-back space before […]

          BSS
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          Broken Social Scene share video for “Only The Good I Keep” from acclaimed new album “Remember The Humans”

          May 8, 2026

          Broken Social Scene return with their acclaimed new album Remember The Humans released today via City Slang in the UK/EU and Arts & Crafts in North America. The LP, their first in nearly a decade, is a return to […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          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 […]

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Liverpool duo HER'S reveal debut single “DOROTHY” - Listen
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: HER’S – “Dorothy”

April 29, 2016 XS Noize

As outsiders from sleepy coastal towns on different coastlines, Stephen Fitzpatrick from Barrow in Furness and Norwegian Audun Laading met for the first time in Liverpool as students. The pair bonded over a love of […]

EAGULLS announce details of the release of their 2nd album, ‘Ullages’.
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EAGULLS announce details of the release of their 2nd album, ‘Ullages’.

April 28, 2016 XS Noize

Eagulls have announced details of the release of their 2nd album, Ullages, on Friday May 13th 2016 on Partisan Records. Releasing their much-acclaimed self-titled debut-album in 2014, the following 12 months saw the fiercely independent […]

SERATONES Announce debut album ‘GET GONE’ - Listen to track
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SERATONES Announce debut album ‘GET GONE’ – Listen to track

April 28, 2016 XS Noize

Serving up a combination of Southern musicality and garage rock ferocity, Shreveport, Louisiana natives Seratones announce their debut album Get Gone which will be released on May 6th via Fat Possum Records. Led by powerhouse […]

BARNS COURTNEY announces debut EP 'Hands' - Listen to track
New Music

BARNS COURTNEY announces debut EP ‘Hands’ – Listen to track

April 28, 2016 XS Noize

Voice and guitar man Barns Courtney is to release his debut EP, ‘Hands’, a four-track collection that will be released 27th May on Virgin EMI. Along with the announcement comes the first single and EP title […]

CAT'S EYES  ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE    “Be Careful Where You Park Your Car” - Listen
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CAT’S EYES ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “Be Careful Where You Park Your Car” – Listen

April 28, 2016 XS Noize

Cat’s Eyes announce their new single ‘Be Careful Where You Park Your Car’, which is available now on their own RAF label, via Kobalt Label Services. Channeling their Girl Group obsession, and already dubbed the […]

DEAD BUTTONS - Announce New Single 'Desire' + UK dates - listen
New Music

DEAD BUTTONS – Announce New Single ‘Desire’ + UK dates – listen

April 28, 2016 XS Noize

‘Desire’ is the rip-snorting new tune from Dead Buttons – an explosive statement of intent from a band staring down the barrel of K-pop. Influenced by thecavernous post-punk of Killing Joke, Joy Division and Gang […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MT. DOUBT - AFTERGLOW
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MT. DOUBT – AFTERGLOW

April 28, 2016 David McElroy

Mt. Doubt release their first new music of 2016 on April 30th with a 7″ single featuring two new tracks Afterglow and Hotel Key. The single is released through the much missed and much loved […]

TOP TEN RANKED: INTERPOL
Top Tens

TOP TEN RANKED: INTERPOL

April 27, 2016 Landon Murray

Sometimes a band makes an album so good they end up only disappointing first album fans with follow up records that don’t quite capture the attitude and spirit of the previous album or albums. In […]

ALBUM REVIEW: TRAVIS - 'Everything at Once'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: TRAVIS – ‘Everything at Once’

April 27, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Since 1999’s hit début album The Man Who, Travis have seemingly kept a pretty low profile. You may be surprised, as I was, to learn that they have released some 6 albums in the intervening […]

Japan’s sleek dream-pop quartet THE FIN. announce new EP and share video for ‘Through The Deep’ - Watch
News

Japan’s sleek dream-pop quartet THE FIN. announce new EP and share video for ‘Through The Deep’ – Watch

April 27, 2016 XS Noize

Japan’s sleek dream-pop quartet The fin. announce new EP and share video for ‘Through The Deep’ ahead of their UK tour and gig at The Great Escape, plus Tokyo show with The Last Shadow Puppets […]

Dark Wave band ASTARI NITE unveil NEW single "Engagement Ceremony" - Listen
The Listening Post

Dark Wave band ASTARI NITE unveil NEW single “Engagement Ceremony” – Listen

April 27, 2016 XS Noize

Post Punk, Dark Wave band Astari Nite have unveiled the single “Engagement Ceremony”. The track is the second to be released off their awaited upcoming album Until the End of the Moon, due out May 13th […]

INTERVIEW: Former MANSUN front-man, PAUL DRAPER talks about his first solo EP 2
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: PAUL DRAPER – ‘FEELING MY HEART RUN SLOW’

April 27, 2016 XS Noize

Former Mansun front-man Paul Draper returns with his long awaited debut release ‘Feeling My Heart Run Slow’ the lead track from Paul’s forthcoming ‘EP ONE’ and due for release on 10th June on KScope.  The single […]

FUTUREHEADS frontman BARRY HYDE releases debut solo album 'Malody'
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FUTUREHEADS frontman BARRY HYDE releases debut solo album ‘Malody’

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

Barry Hyde, lead singer and guitarist from The Futureheads, has announced details of his debut solo album. ‘Malody’ will be released on the 3rd June 2016 on Sirenspire Records. Says Barry: “Those of you familiar […]

PIMLICAN shares new tracks - B’ck 4 More & Plya - listen
The Listening Post

PIMLICAN shares new tracks – B’ck 4 More & Plya – listen

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

Based in the north of England, Pimlican is a collaborative solo artist who has put down strong roots in the south developing a north/south blend of music covering different dance genres. Pimlican’s strong songwriting sees […]

Listen to ‘Stones’ the debut single from WILLOW ROBINSON
New Music

WILLOW ROBINSON unveils ‘STONES’ video – watch

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

Introducing 22-year-old singer songwriter Willow Robinson. Born in Los Angeles to British parents, now residing in Hay-on-Wye and recently signed to Alan McGee’s Creation Management (after playing his first ever gig), Willow releases his debut […]

THE BURNING HELL  release Double A side new single 'Men Without Hats' / 'Fuck the Government, I Love You'
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THE BURNING HELL release Double A side new single ‘Men Without Hats’ / ‘Fuck the Government, I Love You’

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

The Burning Hell release Double A side new single ‘Men Without Hats’ / ‘Fuck the Government, I Love You’ from their latest album ‘Public Library’ The seventh Burning Hell album is a collection of eight […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THIS PARTY - TASTE
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: THIS PARTY – TASTE

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

A chance encounter at a Smiths tribute gig in early 2015 led to the formation of Brighton’s This Party, a band that fuse sharp basslines with infectious melodic hooks. Charismatic frontman Matt is as well […]

WENDY JAMES to release AA single Indigent Blues / Bad Intentions and a Bit of Cruelty - Listen
New Music

WENDY JAMES to release AA single Indigent Blues / Bad Intentions and a Bit of Cruelty – Listen

April 26, 2016 XS Noize

Originally from London, now a resident of NYC, Wendy James wrote her latest album ’The Price Of The Ticket’ in its entirety, with the exception of two inspired cover choices, ‘It’s Alright Ma’ by Bob […]

ALBUM REVIEW: ERRANT BOY - A WAYWARD MIRROR
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: ERRANT BOY – A WAYWARD MIRROR

April 26, 2016 David McElroy

Errant Boy are an Edinburgh based four piece whose debut album A Wayward Mirror is released on 22 April on Errant Media. I’ve mentioned them here and on Scottish Fiction before when I reviewed their […]

STRANGE COLLECTIVE Announce ‘Super Touchy’ EP - Listen to 'Heavy'
News

STRANGE COLLECTIVE Reveal Gross-Out Video For ‘Heavy’ – Watch

April 25, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool garage-tinged psych-pop quartet, Strange Collective, have revealed a brand new video for their single ‘Heavy’ which is out now. The artfully-shot black-and-white video finds the boys indulging in that most delightful of pastimes: eating […]

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