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        • Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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          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
        • 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 […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
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          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 […]

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BOB MOULD to release new album 'PATCH THE SKY' in March
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BOB MOULD to release new album ‘PATCH THE SKY’ in March

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

Extending the prolific tear that kicked off with the 2012 release of Silver Age and intensified with Beauty & Ruin in 2014, Bob Mould confirms the release of Patch The Sky out March 25th, 2016 […]

TAME IMPALA announce 2016 US tour
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TAME IMPALA announce 2016 US tour

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

Tame Impala received their second career GRAMMY nomination for ‘Best Alternative Album’ for their wildly inventive, genre-breaking album Currents. Currents received near unanimous critical acclaim and has been included in 2015 Best Of lists by […]

COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES NEW SONG "THREE PACKS A DAY",  LISTEN NOW
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COURTNEY BARNETT RELEASES NEW SONG “THREE PACKS A DAY”,  LISTEN NOW

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

2015 was a massive year for Courtney Barnett. The Melbourne-based artist released her debut album Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit to rave reviews, toured the world and secured a GRAMMY® […]

ESSAIE PAS - ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM  'DEMAIN EST UNE AUTRE NUIT'
New Music

ESSAIE PAS – ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM ‘DEMAIN EST UNE AUTRE NUIT’

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

Montreal-based electronic duo Essaie pas is comprised of Marie Davidson and Pierre Guerineau. Both are respected musicians in their own right – Marie having released two acclaimed solo records, with Pierre being best known for […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: EVERYWHERE - 'Shades At Night'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: EVERYWHERE – ‘Shades At Night’

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

Critically praised alt rock band Everywhere, have released their new single ‘Shades At Night’. Recorded in East West Studios Los Angeles and produced by Mark Needham (Fleetwood Mac, Blondie). ‘Shades At Night’ is the first […]

MUSIC LEGEND DAVID BOWIE DIES AGED 69
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MUSIC LEGEND DAVID BOWIE DIES AGED 69

January 11, 2016 XS Noize

David Bowie has died just days after his 69th birthday. The music legend passed away surrounded by loved ones following an 18-month battle with cancer. The sad news – which came less than a week […]

CLASSIC ALBUM: REM - Lifes Rich Pageant
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM: REM – Lifes Rich Pageant

January 11, 2016 Lori Gava

In 2016 REM’s seminal album Lifes Rich Pageant will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Reviewed in hindsight the album captured REM at a pivotal moment. It was the release where they began to shake off the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: MYSTERY JETS - CURVE OF THE MOON
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mystery Jets – Curve of the Earth

January 10, 2016 Lori Gava

Indie New Prog band Mystery Jets released their fifth album, The Curve of the Earth, on January 15, 2016. The band had been working on the album since 2013 as a follow-up to their critically […]

YOUNGSTRR JOEY releases new album GRILLED WIIG in Feb
New Music

YOUNGSTRR JOEY releases new album GRILLED WIIG in Feb

January 9, 2016 XS Noize

Youngstrr Joey produces lo-fi insomniac rock. Recorded in a Glasgow bedroom between 9pm and 5am, he deliberately tries to make his guitar sound as weird as possible, yet he’s also capable of writing incredibly distinctive […]

ADAM STAFFORD returns with his first album in nearly 3 years
New Music

ADAM STAFFORD returns with his first album in nearly 3 years

January 8, 2016 XS Noize

Adam Stafford returns with his first album in nearly three years following the widely acclaimed Imaginary Walls Collapse in 2013. Taser Revelations was recorded at The Happiness Hotel, Song by Toad’s newly aquired warehouse recording […]

LIVE REVIEW: KARIMA FRANCIS live at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell 4
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LIVE REVIEW: KARIMA FRANCIS live at The Slaughtered Lamb, Clerkenwell

January 8, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Clerkenwell, London isn’t a district famed for its music scene, but The Slaughtered Lamb is beginning to change that with it’s little basement music lounge full of candle-lit table-a-deux. The freshly built stage is to […]

CAPTIVA RELEASES DEBUT SELF-TITLED EP; LISTEN HERE
Album Reviews

REVIEW: CAPTIVA – CAPTIVA EP

January 8, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Captiva, a four piece alt. rock band from Kansas City (not to be confused with the trance act of the same name), graced our ears with their eponymous EP in late December. The fledgling band […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE DANDY WARHOLS - You Are Killing Me
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TRACK OF THE DAY: THE DANDY WARHOLS – You Are Killing Me

January 8, 2016 XS Noize

The Dandy Warhols have announced they’ve signed with Dine Alone Records and have unveiled “You Are Killing Me” – their first taste of new music since 2012’s This Machine. We dare you not to play […]

DAVID BOWIE unveils video for latest single "LAZARUS"- watch
New Music

DAVID BOWIE unveils video for latest single “LAZARUS”- watch

January 7, 2016 XS Noize

“Lazarus” is the second single from Bowie’s 28th album ★ out January 8 on ISO/Columbia Records. Director Johan Renck, who also directed the 10-minute short film for the album’s title track, commented on the experience […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: PUBLIC MEMORY - RINGLEADER
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: PUBLIC MEMORY – RINGLEADER

January 7, 2016 XS Noize

New track ‘Ringleader’ captures Public Memory’s unique blend of propulsive beats, entrancing drones & shimmering staccato flourishes. Laid back, hypnotic & bracing in equal measures; spectral vocals meld with delicate piano against hip hop beats […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE ANCHORESS - 'POPULAR'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: THE ANCHORESS – CONFESSIONS OF A ROMANCE NOVELIST

January 6, 2016 Lori Gava

What a way to begin the year?! We are barely into the New Year and already a contender for best new debut of 2016 has arrived. The bewitching and spellbinding release Confessions of a Romance […]

GWEN STEFANI'S 'Used To Love You' Gets Official Remix by MAIZE - Listen
The Listening Post

GWEN STEFANI’S ‘Used To Love You’ Gets Official Remix by MAIZE – Listen

January 6, 2016 XS Noize

Gwen Stefani’s latest Top 20 smash, ‘Used To Love You’ has received a club ready re-work courtesy of Los Angeles based electronic duo MAIZE. The new take on the track is an absolute dance floor […]

METZ reveal video for 'Eraser', the new single due out Jan 22nd via Sub Pop
Gigs

METZ reveal video for ‘Eraser’, the new single due out Jan 22nd via Sub Pop

January 6, 2016 XS Noize

Following two acclaimed albums on Sub Pop (2012’s METZ; 2015’s II) and a deeply impressive amount of touring, this Three One G single is the band’s first recording for the esteemed CA-based label, and their […]

All girl Bristol three-piece IDESTROY reveal debut single 'Vanity Loves Me'
Gigs

All girl Bristol three-piece IDESTROY reveal debut single ‘Vanity Loves Me’

January 6, 2016 XS Noize

Blasting straight into 2016 comes Bristol three-piece IDestroy, mixing teenage rock’n’roll rebellion with riot grrrl sensibilities, bubblegum pop melodies and a whole heap of sneering, yet charming attitude. Their debut EP, ‘Vanity Loves Me’, is […]

SYD BARRETT'S family mark his 70th birthday with publication of unseen photos 1
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SYD BARRETT’S family mark his 70th birthday with publication of unseen photos

January 5, 2016 XS Noize

Wednesday 6th January marks what would have been the 70th birthday of Syd Barrett, founder member of the Pink Floyd and one of the most influential musicians in British pop history. To mark the occasion, […]

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