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        • Dea Matrona
          News

          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          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
          News

          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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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

          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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“Counter-Factuals are Usually a Waste Of Time”: An Interview with FRANK TURNER
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“Counter-Factuals are Usually a Waste Of Time”: An Interview with FRANK TURNER

February 14, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Frank Turner is a singer-songwriter from Hampshire. Having started in punk bands in the early part of his career, Turner went solo and has had incredible success in doing so. From selling out venues across […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
News

Farewell to Warrington’s ‘Boys That Sing’ – Tragic Accident Claims the Lives of VIOLA BEACH Members and Manager

February 14, 2016 Julie Blore-Bizot

In a tragic car accident in Sweden, the Warrington, UK group Viola Beach and their manager, Craig Tarry–who also shared management duties for the London-based Hidden Charms–perished in the hours before dawn on Saturday, February 13. […]

LIVE REVIEW: FRANK TURNER - THE LIMELIGHT, BELFAST 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: FRANK TURNER – THE LIMELIGHT, BELFAST

February 12, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Frank Turner made his return to a Northern Irish stage for the first time since 2013’s Cut The Transmission Festival, and any frustration that was built awaiting his return was certainly released at Thursday’s sold […]

IN FOCUS// FRANK CARTER & THE RATTLESNAKES - Voodoo, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// FRANK CARTER & THE RATTLESNAKES – Voodoo, Belfast

February 12, 2016 Bernie McAllister

Bernie McAllister was on hand to capture Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes at Voodoo Belfast on 9th Feb.

NEWS:  JAGWAR MA announce May UK tour dates
Gigs

NEWS: JAGWAR MA announce May UK tour dates

February 12, 2016 XS Noize

Jagwar Ma sign off a European tour with fellow Australians Tame Impala this weekend with two sold out shows at London’s Alexandra Palace, before returning to their London studio to continue recording their second album […]

NEWS: GWEN STEFANI to Create Live Music Video for New Single “Make Me Like You”
New Music

NEWS: GWEN STEFANI to Create Live Music Video for New Single “Make Me Like You”

February 12, 2016 XS Noize

Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Gwen Stefani and Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT) announced that they are collaborating to produce the first music video ever created on live television. The action will unfold live on CBS as […]

INTERVIEW: OLLY HOOKINGS from STATES OF EMOTION 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: STATES OF EMOTION – BLACK & WHITE TO GOLD

February 12, 2016 Thomas S. Day

After a tumultuous start in the music business, Rainham, Essex ’s States of Emotion had what seemed like an amazing start. On the back of their self-released single, The Unsung in 2010, they got signed […]

PET SHOP BOYS release their new single "THE POP KIDS" on March 18th
New Music

PET SHOP BOYS release their new single “THE POP KIDS” on March 18th

February 12, 2016 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys will release “The Pop Kids”, the first single from their forthcoming album, “Super”, on March 18th on both CD and digital formats. From February 16th, “The Pop Kids” will be available on […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: DMA'S - TOO SOON (video)
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: DMA’S – TOO SOON (video)

February 12, 2016 XS Noize

Since the DMA’S burst on the scene last year they have not stopped with thrilling and anthemic shows all over the world. Their debut album ‘Hills End’ is released February 26th 2016 through Infectious/BMG. Today […]

QUILT share video for new single 'ROLLER'  taken from the new album, PLAZA
New Music

QUILT share video for new single ‘ROLLER’ taken from the new album, PLAZA

February 12, 2016 XS Noize

Today, Boston’s Quilt have shared the surreal new video for their current single ‘Roller’, taken from their forthcoming new album, Plaza (out February 26th on Mexican Summer – Best Coast, Kurt Vile, Ariel Pink). Singer […]

TRACK OF THE DAY:  THE HEARING - BACKWARDS (video)
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE HEARING – BACKWARDS (video)

February 11, 2016 XS Noize

When one’s eyes are closed and the focus is on only one of the senses, it’s like arriving at the station of Something Great and the experience is much more powerful. You start to feel […]

NEWS: lost album from LOST LEFT,  'Levollinen' to be released  29th April
New Music

NEWS: lost album from LOST LEFT, ‘Levollinen’ to be released 29th April

February 10, 2016 XS Noize

lOST LEFT premiere a track from an album made over five years ago and is now being released by Hits The Fan Records. The album is Levollinen. Front man, Ben Pritchard wrote a collection of […]

ALBUM REVIEW: SUNFLOWER BEAN - HUMAN CEREMONY
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: SUNFLOWER BEAN – HUMAN CEREMONY

February 10, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Sunflower Bean are the moniker of the Brooklyn three piece, who have been successfully growing with each move they make. From being only just over a year old and releasing their first EP last year, […]

THE VRYLL SOCIETY Reveal New Single 'Self Realization'
The Listening Post

THE VRYLL SOCIETY Reveal New Single ‘Self Realization’

February 9, 2016 XS Noize

Deltasonic’s psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society have announced the release of their brand new single Self Realization, the latest offering from one of the most spine-tingling bands around. The track, a speedy excursion of Kraut […]

NEWS:  SHONEN KNIFE Reveal First Track From New Album 'ADVENTURE', Listen
Gigs

NEWS: SHONEN KNIFE Reveal First Track From New Album ‘ADVENTURE’, Listen

February 9, 2016 XS Noize

Japanese cult pop punk trio Shonen Knife celebrate their 35th Anniversary this year with a brand new album Adventure (out on 1 April via Damnably). They will be hitting the road for their most extensive […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: FIELD MUSIC - DISAPPOINTED
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: FIELD MUSIC – COMMONTIME

February 9, 2016 Lori Gava

Brothers David and Peter Brewis are best known for their primary musical entity Field Music. On February 6 Field Music released their 5th full play LP Commontime. Field Music are renowned in the UK for their […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: SEPRONA - TRAP DOOR - watch the exclusive new video
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: SEPRONA – TRAP DOOR – watch the exclusive new video

February 9, 2016 XS Noize

Formed in Liverpool in 2014, Indie Pop/Rock band Seprona practice in an abandoned pub on the outskirts of Liverpool city centre where they have locked themselves away, writing profically. Each band member brings their own […]

NEWS:  COURTNEY BARNETT ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE "ELEVATOR OPERATOR"
Gigs

NEWS: COURTNEY BARNETT ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE “ELEVATOR OPERATOR”

February 8, 2016 XS Noize

2015 firmly established Courtney Barnett as one of the crossover stars of 2015, delivering one of the albums of the year in “Sometimes I Sit and Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit”. It landed in […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: NADA SURF - COLD TO SEE CLEAR
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: NADA SURF – COLD TO SEE CLEAR

February 8, 2016 XS Noize

After recently announcing news of their new album, New York alt-rock veterans Nada Surf have unveiled a new video & track ‘Cold To See Clear’ from the record. ‘You Know Who You Are’ is due […]

FRASER JANE unveils 'ENOUGH' video
The Listening Post

FRASER JANE unveils ‘ENOUGH’ video

February 8, 2016 XS Noize

Fraser Jane has unveiled the beautifully artistic video for her debut single ‘ENOUGH’, due for release on February 19th.The spliced images twist through a myriad of mind-boggling colours and outlandish personalities. The Irish singer intertwines […]

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