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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 COATHANGERS share second track from album and announce tour dates!
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THE COATHANGERS share second track from album and announce tour dates!

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

The Coathangers who release their fifth LP, Nosebleed Weekend, on April 15th via Suicide Squeeze Records have just announced a string of tour dates supporting Refused in the US. Nosebleed Weekend comes on the heels […]

ALBUM REVIEW: WOLFMOTHER - VICTORIOUS
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: WOLFMOTHER – VICTORIOUS

February 19, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Eleven years after the release of their eponymous début, Sydney hard rockers Wolfmother drop their 4th studio album, Victorious, on 19th February. Boasting production from Brendan O’Brien who’s impressive CV includes classic albums from the […]

POLICA announce new album, video and tour, Listen to new track 'Lime Habit'
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POLICA announce UK tour & share new song

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

In the wake of a raucous sold out headline show at Village Underground in London earlier this week, and a triumphant performance at the BBC Radio 6 Music Festival, POLIÇA have announced a full European […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE MANOR - Don’t Like Going Places
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE MANOR – Don’t Like Going Places

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

‘Don’t Like Going Places’ is the third visual from South London trio The Manor’s critically acclaimed debut album, “Don’t Do What We Did”. The track received widespread radio coverage on Radio 1 and 1Xtra, after […]

Manchester's PARTISAN Share New Track 'TWO LOVERS' - Listen
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Manchester’s PARTISAN Share New Track ‘TWO LOVERS’ – Listen

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

Partisan formed in Manchester, UK early in 2013. As the name implies they are passionate about their mission to position themselves as serious contenders, taking on the music scene with their punchy, bold and unflinching […]

DMA's reveal new single 'In The Moment' from debut Album 'Hills End'
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DMA’s reveal new single ‘In The Moment’ from debut Album ‘Hills End’

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

The wait for DMA’S debut album is almost over with ‘Hills End’ being released February 26th on Infectious Music. Following on from Radio One A-listed single ‘Delete’ ‘DMAs continue their quest to deliver another anthem […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CRYSTAL VOYAGER - AMETHYST DETOX
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CRYSTAL VOYAGER – AMETHYST DETOX

February 18, 2016 Lori Gava

NYC transplanted artist and musician Eleanor Bostwick AKA Crystal Voyager has released a mind expanding remix of her attention capturing single Amethyst Detox. The Psychedelic tripster placed the song in legendary record producer Danny Saber’s […]

NME AWARDS 2016 – THE WINNERS 1
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NME AWARDS 2016 – THE WINNERS

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

London, 17 February 2016 – The winners of this year’s NME Awards with Austin, Texas were announced tonight at a star studded ceremony hosted by Radio 1’s Huw Stephens. North London rock quartet Wolf Alice […]

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, 'BURIED'
New Music

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, ‘BURIED’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

FAULTLINES, a six-piece melodic metal band from the UK have announced their debut self-released EP ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ will be out on the 15th April 2016. ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ sees Fautlines take on […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: GLENN SMYTH - What Have I Done To Deserve This?
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: GLENN SMYTH – What Have I Done To Deserve This?

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

Birmingham’s Glenn Smyth has unveiled the video for his new single ‘What Have I Done To Deserve This?’. Mixed by Owen Morris (Oasis, The Verve) and produced by Dave McCabe, the track was recently premiered […]

Muse-Drones
Gigs

MUSE Reveal Video For New Single ‘REAPERS’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

This week Muse picked up the award for Best Rock Album at The Grammys for their album ‘Drones’. It is the second time the band has received the award, having won it in 2011 for […]

Nashville's ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’
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Nashville’s ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Having just released their triumphant new album Dying Surfer Meets His Maker in Europe via New West Records, Nashville psych force All Them Witches reveal a new music video for ‘Open Passageways’. Inspired by vocalist […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
Gigs

Watch Video For The New Single From The WHOLLS – ‘X21’ Out March

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”
New Music

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite released a video for their single “Always Like Yesterday” off their upcoming album Until the End of the Moon. The video, directed by Photohause productions, is a short […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ANDREW WEATHERALL - “WE COUNT THE STARS”
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ANDREW WEATHERALL – “WE COUNT THE STARS”

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

‘Convenanza’ is the sound of Andrew Weatherall looking back at the clutter of a life thoroughly lived and realising it’s too late to tidy it up in any meaningful way. It would be marvellous to […]

LIBERTY SHIP release new single 'Learning to Fly' on April 1st 2
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LIBERTY SHIP release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Liberty Ship release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st 2016. The Sheffield suburbs have produced some of UK music’s most exciting bands, the latest is Liberty Ship. The four piece have already toured with […]

Listen to "Wedding" the new single from POLICA
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: POLICA – UNITED CRUSHERS

February 16, 2016 Lori Gava

American synth indie band Polica are releasing their third long play album, United Crushers on March 4th. The album condenses their prior signature synth heavy stylings into a resulting tighter sonic groove. That sound is […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
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Friends & Family Campaign to get VIOLA BEACH To The Top Of Charts

February 15, 2016 XS Noize

Following the tragic passing of Viola Beach and their manager Craig Tarry, a campaign is being driven by friends and family to propel the Warrington band’s debut single up the charts. The band’s independent, self-released […]

THE DUKE SPIRIT reveal video for 'Hands' from their forthcoming album 'KIN'
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THE DUKE SPIRIT reveal video for ‘Hands’ from their forthcoming album ‘KIN’

February 15, 2016 XS Noize

The Duke Spirit announce the release of their highly anticipated new album Kin, through Ex Voto Records, on Friday 6th May. A new single, the BBC 6 B Listed Hands, is released on February 19th, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: DIIV - IS THE IS ARE
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: DIIV – IS THE IS ARE

February 15, 2016 Marcus Millar

Is The Is Are is the highly anticipated and long awaited sophomore album from the New York Jangle Pop pioneers, DIIV. It comes four years after their critically acclaimed debut Oshin, an album that drew […]

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