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        • Tricky
          News

          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
          News

          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
          News

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
          Podcast

          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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ALBUM REVIEW: EL VY - RETURN TO THE MOON
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: EL VY – RETURN TO THE MOON

November 9, 2015 Ari Rosenschein

At their best, side projects are an appealing prospect for both artist and fan. They offer glimpses of a songwriter’s vision outside the confines of their primary group. In the case of an act like […]

ALBUM REVIEW: CAR SEAT HEADREST - TEENS OF STYLE
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: CAR SEAT HEADREST – TEENS OF STYLE

November 9, 2015 Marcus Millar

I was introduced to Car Seat Headrest by a friend around this time last year, mainly the Twin Fantasy album; he kept going on about how it was one of the best things he had […]

ASYLUMS release new track 'Missing Persons' - Listen
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ASYLUMS release new track ‘Missing Persons’ – Listen

November 9, 2015 XS Noize

Choose life. Choose a job. Choose a career. Wait a minute, that’s your chosen career? Playing the guitar is all very well, John, but you’ll never make a living at it. Right? Missing Persons is […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: TURIN BRAKES - '96' (video)
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TRACK OF THE DAY: TURIN BRAKES – ’96’ (video)

November 9, 2015 XS Noize

Turin Brakes have announced the release of their hotly anticipated new album, Lost Property, through Cooking Vinyl, on January 29th 2016. The album will be accompanied by a UK tour in the new year. Opening […]

XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #3 - KACEY CHAMBERS
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XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #3 – KACEY CHAMBERS

November 9, 2015 Thomas S. Day

At XS Noize, new music is dear to our hearts and we believe that genuinely talented fresh artists deserve a platform to share their material with the world. As such, we will now be showcasing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: GUY GARVEY - COURTING THE SQUALL
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: GUY GARVEY – COURTING THE SQUALL

November 7, 2015 Pearse O'Kane

Courting The Squall, the debut solo album by Guy Garvey is an album full of variety, the song’s ‘don’t fit the Elbow template’, instead bringing the singer to new ground, with its quietly experimental approach. […]

CHEATAHS - announce new album, Mythologies due 30th October
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: CHEATAHS – MYTHOLOGIES

November 7, 2015 Lori Gava

It has been a busy year of recording and touring for the Cheatahs. In February 2015, the band released their EP, Sunne, and followed it up with Murasaki in late March. The band ended the year with their second full-length […]

LIVE REVIEW: HOLY HOLY at The Lexington, London 2nd November 2015 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: HOLY HOLY at The Lexington, London 2nd November 2015

November 7, 2015 Thomas S. Day

The fog is so thick tonight that flights in and around London have been cancelled, Autumn is most definitely here. As I stroll up to the pub-come-music venue, The Lexington on Pentonville Road, London, some […]

.....What Became Of The People We Used To Be? 5
Features

…..What Became Of The People We Used To Be?

November 6, 2015 Sandra Blemster

…..What Became Of what We Used To Be Did anyone out there party in Manchester back in the day when it was Madchester? Did you “Sit Down” with James or “bang the drums” with the […]

ERASURE - CELEBRATE 30th ANNIVERSARY WITH A SERIES OF RELEASES - Listen to 'Sometimes' 2015 Remix
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WIN a copy of ‘Always The Very Best Of Erasure’ Deluxe CD

November 6, 2015 XS Noize

2015 sees one of the UK’s most enduring award-winning songwriting duos, ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke), mark the 30th anniversary of their first release. As part of Erasure’s 30th Anniversary celebrations we have 3 […]

COLDPLAY - announce new album 'A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS' - Listen to track
New Music

COLDPLAY – announce new album ‘A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS’ – Listen to track

November 6, 2015 XS Noize

Coldplay’s seventh album, A Head Full Of Dreams, will be released worldwide on Friday, December 4 via Parlophone Records. The first single from the album, ‘Adventure Of A Lifetime’, is available from today to download […]

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NEW ORDER – Announce ‘Tutti Frutti’ single & UK live dates

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

New Order have announced full details for Tutti Frutti the latest single to be taken from Music Complete, out on 11 December 2015. Tutti Frutti, featuring Elly Jackson aka La Roux on guest vocals will […]

The Lush Anthology 'Chorus' Out This December, Plus Best Of Out On Vinyl On Black Friday 1
New Music

The Lush Anthology ‘Chorus’ Out This December, Plus Best Of Out On Vinyl On Black Friday

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from the news that Lush are to reform next year, the band have announced the full details of their extensive anthology, Chorus, and the first time vinyl pressing of Ciao! Best of Lush. […]

PERTINI - Pay homage to the BETA BAND with new single 'Ally Pally'
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PERTINI – Pay homage to the BETA BAND with new single ‘Ally Pally’

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

London duo Pertini have released a stream of their catchy, new electronic pop single, Ally Pally released digitally on November 30th. Following the release of their debut single, Blackfriars Bridge, that amassed over 10,000 plays, […]

RED HOUSE GLORY - announce new single 'Pray Now - listen
New Music

RED HOUSE GLORY – announce new single ‘Pray Now – listen

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

London four-piece Red House Glory have revealed their new single ‘Pray Now’, taken from the upcoming All Out Of Love EP released on December 11th. With its crisp riffs rifling through the lush, driving harmonies […]

SPACE - to Tour UK and Release New Single 'Strange World'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: SPACE – STRANGE WORLD – watch video

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

Space are back with a new single ‘Strange World’. The band began their extensive UK tour of the same name in late October which sees them on the road until mid-December. The release a new […]

DIIV ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM "IS THE IS ARE" - LISTEN TO TRACK
New Music

DIIV ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM “IS THE IS ARE” – LISTEN TO TRACK

November 4, 2015 XS Noize

After recently sharing “Dopamine,” the first taste from their forthcoming sophomore album Is the Is Are, DIIV are back today to share a new song in addition to details about the album’s release. Is the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: BILLY BIBBY - “Waitin’ for You” 3
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: BILLY BIBBY – “Waitin’ for You”

November 4, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

The name Billy Bibby will be familiar to early fans of Catfish and the Bottlemen or to anyone who has perused the credits of the band’s début album, The Balcony. Billy was founding member and […]

THE DEADLINE SHAKES - Release New Album 'Zealots'
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THE DEADLINE SHAKES – Release New Album ‘Zealots’

November 3, 2015 XS Noize

Glasgow’s The Deadline Shakes are Greg Dingwall (lead vocals, guitars and keys), Iain McKinstry (guitars and vocals), Martin McLeod (bass), Thomas Booth (drums) and Sam Clark (piano), with Michael Muir (violin) and Kiera Pollock (vocals). […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT MORIAH - 'Cardinal Cross' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT MORIAH – ‘Cardinal Cross’ – Listen

November 3, 2015 XS Noize

The North Carolina-based band Mount Moriah – composed of McEntire (lead vocals, guitar), Jenks Miller (lead guitar, keys), and Casey Toll (bass, keys) – seem insistent to grow. If Mount Moriah’s self-titled debut showed them […]

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