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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
          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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COLDPLAY TO RELEASE NEW CONCERT FILM AND LIVE ALBUM
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COLDPLAY TO RELEASE NEW CONCERT FILM AND LIVE ALBUM

October 20, 2014 XS Noize

Exciting news for all you Coldplay fans out there..The band are set to release a new concert film & live album on November 24th! The concert will be available on CD/DVD/Blu-ray. Filmed by Grammy-nominated director […]

LISTEN TO 'TALKING IN TONES' NEW SONG FROM THE CHARLATANS
New Music

THE CHARLATANS CONFIRM NEW ALBUM ‘MODERN NATURE’ LISTEN TO TRACKS FROM THE ALBUM

October 20, 2014 XS Noize

From NME, The Charlatans have confirmed details of their new album ‘Modern Nature’. The 11-song LP is their 12th studio effort to date and will be released on January 26, 2015 via BMG Chrysalis. It’ll […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD TO RELEASE 4TH ALBUM 'NOBODY WANTS TO BE HERE AND NOBODY WANTS TO LEAVE'
New Music

THE TWILIGHT SAD TO RELEASE 4TH ALBUM ‘NOBODY WANTS TO BE HERE AND NOBODY WANTS TO LEAVE’

October 20, 2014 XS Noize

The Twilight Sad are set to release their fourth studio album Nobody Wants To Be Here And Nobody Wants To Leave via FatCat on Monday 27th October in the UK, their much anticipated follow up […]

DANIEL LANOIS - FLESH AND MACHINE
Album Reviews

DANIEL LANOIS – FLESH AND MACHINE

October 20, 2014 Lori Gava

Daniel Lanois Ambient genre master and renowned producer/engineer is releasing his 6th studio album “Flesh and Machine” on October 28. Lanois, is probably best known in the musical mainstream for being the Yin to Brian […]

WAYNE HUSSEY -  SONGS OF CANDLELIGHT AND RAZORBLADES
Album Reviews

WAYNE HUSSEY – SONGS OF CANDLELIGHT AND RAZORBLADES

October 19, 2014 Stewart Gibson

The Mission reformed a couple of years ago with 3 of the original 4 members and released an album of new songs ‘The Brightest Light’, both album and the shows that followed were well received. […]

FOO FIGHTERS SHARE NEW SONG 'SOMETHING FROM NOTHING' LISTEN HERE!
New Music

FOO FIGHTERS SHARE NEW SONG ‘SOMETHING FROM NOTHING’ LISTEN HERE!

October 18, 2014 XS Noize

Foo Fighters’ eighth album, ‘Sonic Highways’, will be released on November 10. Eagles’ Joe Walsh, Death Cab For Cutie’s Ben Gibbard and Cheap Trick’s Rick Nielsen are among the guests who feature on the record. […]

LOW REMIX THE CROOKES TRACK 'ECHOLALIA' LISTEN HERE!
New Music

LOW REMIX THE CROOKES TRACK ‘ECHOLALIA’ LISTEN HERE!

October 18, 2014 XS Noize

Weavers of majestic yet understated indie pop Low have put together a rather glorious remix of The Crookes’ ‘Echolalia’, premiering via The Onion’s AV Club. “It’s a great tune,” said Alan Sparhawk of Low, “we […]

NOEL GALLAGHER REVEALS NEW SINGLE, AND DELUXE ALBUM TRACKLIST, LISTEN HERE
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NOEL GALLAGHER UK TOUR SELLS OUT IN 10 MINUTES

October 17, 2014 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s UK tour sold out within 10 minutes of going on sale earlier today (October 17). The former Oasis frontman – who releases new ‘Chasing Yesterday’ on March 2, 2015 – will tour the […]

BLONDIE - VINYL BOXSET - OUT DECEMBER 1ST ON UMC 2
New Music

BLONDIE – VINYL BOXSET – OUT DECEMBER 1ST ON UMC

October 17, 2014 XS Noize

UMC are proud to present Blondie, Blondie’s studio LPs originally released between 1976 and 1982 brought together in a boxed set for the first time. Each LP will have exact reproductions of original artwork to […]

No Picture
New Music

JENNIE VEE SHARES NEW VIDEO FOR ‘DIE ALONE’ WATCH HERE:

October 16, 2014 XS Noize

Jennie Vee is a musician/songwriter specializing in nu-gaze gloom-pop from Toronto, Canada and based in NYC. She fronted punk darlings Tuuli and electro pop duo The Vicious Guns. She has just completed her first solo […]

FICTION RELEASE NEW VIDEO AHEAD OF EP RELEASE
New Music

FICTION RELEASE NEW VIDEO AHEAD OF EP RELEASE

October 16, 2014 XS Noize

Following the release of their critically acclaimed debut album The Big Other, London based Fiction announce a new EP on November 03 via Vaguely Pagan/Tip Top Recordings. The In Real Life EP – named after […]

OWLLE PREMIERES NEW TRACK 'FOG'
New Music

OWLLE SHARES NEW VIDEO FOR ‘CREED’

October 16, 2014 XS Noize

For French 20-something, Owlle, music is a way to tell stories, a way to embrace freedom and other worlds, and very much expose two sides of the same coin. In Owlle’s world, the things that […]

MODERN LIFE IS WAR - ANNOUNCE UK & EUROPEAN TOUR FOR APRIL 2015
New Music

MODERN LIFE IS WAR – ANNOUNCE UK & EUROPEAN TOUR FOR APRIL 2015

October 16, 2014 XS Noize

Marshalltown, IA USA- Modern Life Is War, not only one of the most beloved bands in the punk rock/hardcore world, but one of the most important of the last decade, are set to return to […]

NATIVES RELEASE VIDEO FOR 'THE HORIZON'
News

NATIVES ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY HEADLINE TOUR

October 15, 2014 XS Noize

New Forest rockers Natives have announced a headline tour for February – and strictly limited pre-sale tickets come with a signed poster and are available now at the band’s website. Full dates are: 16 February […]

YOUTH MAN RELEASE 'JOY' VIDEO AHEAD OF UK TOUR
New Music

YOUTH MAN RELEASE ‘JOY’ VIDEO AHEAD OF UK TOUR

October 15, 2014 XS Noize

Birmingham punk trio Youth Man have premiered their new video for ‘Joy’ with Clash Magazine. After a summer of festival appearances and the addition of new bass player Miles Cocker, the band continue their relentless […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB 'DON'T MIND'
New Music

THE SLOW READERS CLUB RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘FOREVER IN YOUR DEBT’ Listen Here:

October 14, 2014 XS Noize

  Manchester based Indie/electro band The Slow Readers Club follow the huge success of their last single ‘Don’t Mind’ with the re-release of fan favourite, the stunning ‘Forever In Your Debt’, a taut, energetic and […]

THE JUAN MACLEAN - IN A DREAM
Album Reviews

THE JUAN MACLEAN – IN A DREAM

October 13, 2014 David McElroy

  John MacLean’s first couple of albums on the permanently superb DFA label perhaps, as all acts on the label were bound to do, were obscured by the genius of LCD Soundsystem who WERE the […]

CARIBOU - OUR LOVE
Album Reviews

CARIBOU – OUR LOVE

October 13, 2014 David McElroy

  Dan Snaith aka Caribou is back with a brand new album that is surely one of the electronic albums of the year. Our Love, the fourth Caribou album, beeps, bleeps and pulses in all […]

WE WERE PROMISED JETPACKS - UNRAVELLING
Album Reviews

WE WERE PROMISED JETPACKS – UNRAVELLING

October 13, 2014 Tillie Elvrum

  Scottish band We Were Promised Jetpacks is back with their third album, Unravelling, and they deliver their most mature sounding album yet.  This is an accomplishment considering the relative youth of the band.  When […]

NOEL GALLAGHER REVEALS NEW SINGLE, AND DELUXE ALBUM TRACKLIST, LISTEN HERE
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER REVEALS NEW SINGLE, AND DELUXE ALBUM TRACKLIST, LISTEN HERE

October 13, 2014 XS Noize

Today Noel Gallagher announced a new album ‘Chasing Yesterday’ to be released next year 2nd March 2015. a new single ‘In The Heat Of the Moment’ will be released on 16th November 2014. Noel will […]

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