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        • Ananya Birla
          News

          India’s leading English-language pop star ANANYA BIRLA shares new single ‘Caught Up’

          May 29, 2023

          With three consecutive double-Platinum singles and another pair of Platinum-certified tracks, Ananya Birla is India’s leading English-language pop star. Her reputation is going global, too, leading to 500 million+ streams to date, an MTV EMA […]

          JAMES
          News

          JAMES release the orchestral version of one of their most loved songs, ‘Sometimes’

          May 26, 2023

          Following their recent sold-out and critically acclaimed UK tour, JAMES have released the orchestral version of one of their most loved songs, SOMETIMES, taken from BE OPENED BY THE WONDERFUL, their new double album in […]

          Royal Blood
          Gigs

          ROYAL BLOOD announce new album ‘Back To The Water Below’ & headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

          May 26, 2023

          Royal Blood today ignite an epic summer ahead as they announce the September 8th release of their fourth album, Back To The Water Below and share its lead single ‘Mountains At Midnight’. The announcement comes […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          Boy & Bear
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Boy & Bear – Boy & Bear

          May 25, 2023

          Marking their first album since the pre-pandemic Suck on Light, Australian indie quintet Boy & Bear are back with their self-titled album. Boy & Bear is the band’s fifth studio album, but it’s the first […]

          Sufjan Stevens
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sufjan Stevens, Timo Andres, Conor Hanick – Reflections

          May 15, 2023

          Musical wunderkind Sufjan Stevens has amazed fans and critics with many varied genre offerings for over two decades. He inhabits a musical space that allows him to investigate various formats, themes and musical adventures. Among […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley – Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • 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

          The Levellers
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Levellers at Hackney Empire, London

          May 25, 2023

          When the Levellers took their first acoustic album, We The Collective, of reinterpreted old and new songs on tour in 2018, the London leg took them to Camden Roundhouse in North London. Five years later, […]

          Kultur Shock
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kultur Shock at The 100 Club, London

          May 2, 2023

          Whilst Kultur Shock are a Seattle-based band, they do not have a presumed Seattle sound. As “de-facto founders of the gypsy punk movement”, their sound transcends geography. Over the last 26 years, Kultur Shock has […]

        • 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// The Pretenders at Limelight 1, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Pretenders at Limelight 1, Belfast

          May 24, 2023

          English-American rock band Pretenders played an amazing show last night at Limelight 1, Belfast, as part of their UK and Irish tour. Bernie McAllister was there to take these fantastic images.          […]

          IN FOCUS// Tom Meighan at Limelight, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Tom Meighan at Limelight, Belfast

          May 15, 2023

          Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan played an amazing show on Saturday night at Limelight, Belfast, supporting his fantastic debut album ‘The Reckoning.’ A born frontman, Tom had the crowd jumping from the first song to […]

  • Gigs
        • Royal Blood
          Gigs

          ROYAL BLOOD announce new album ‘Back To The Water Below’ & headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

          May 26, 2023

          Royal Blood today ignite an epic summer ahead as they announce the September 8th release of their fourth album, Back To The Water Below and share its lead single ‘Mountains At Midnight’. The announcement comes […]

          The Alarm
          Gigs

          THE ALARM added to bill for The Cult’s huge Cardiff Castle outdoor show as frontman MIKE PETERS kicks off UK tour – new album ‘FORWARDS’

          May 26, 2023

          Welsh rock legends The Alarm have been invited to perform as special guests with The Cult on American Independence Day (July 4th 2023) at the band’s huge outdoor show at Cardiff Castle. Despite very close […]

          Swim Deep
          Gigs

          SWIM DEEP ‘Where The Heaven Are We’ – ten year anniversary show at Limelight, Belfast

          May 24, 2023

          Notorious in indie folklore, the premier ‘B-Town’ dream-pop outfit have toured internationally, from Glastonbury’s ‘Other Stage’ to numerous festivals in Bangkok, Shanghai, and across China, Europe & the US. Swim Deep have previously had both […]

  • Interviews
        • Coline Creuzot
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Coline Creuzot on her latest single ‘Nothing’ & goals for 2023

          April 15, 2023

          There’s no denying Coline Creuzot’s talent. Having fallen in love with the arts at a young age, she’s worked tirelessly in pursuit of achieving her dreams, moving from Texas to LA to focus herself entirely […]

          Daydream Review
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Daydream Review on debut album ‘Leisure’

          April 13, 2023

          Last week Daydream Review – frontman and sole songwriter Elijah Montez – dropped Leisure, the debut album.  The thirteen-track collection not only highlights Elijah’s growth and development as an artist and a person but also […]

          Lauren Morrow
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Lauren Morrow on ‘People Talk’ & tour plans

          April 12, 2023

          Lauren Morrow is no stranger to the music industry, and her understanding of the business, together with her professional and artistic integrity, shines through in every song she shares with the world. Nowhere is that […]

  • Podcast
        • Dan Croll
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Dan Croll on his fourth studio album ‘Fools’

          May 24, 2023

          In episode #131 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Dan Croll to discuss his latest album, Fools. Returning to his familiar haunt Montrose Recording in Richmond, VA, where he also recorded his 2020 […]

          Jon McClure
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Jon McClure on new Reverend and the Makers album ‘Heatwave In The Cold North’

          May 18, 2023

          In episode #130 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Jon McClure from Reverend and the Makers to discuss his new album ‘Heatwave In The Cold North.’ Never resting on their laurels and constantly […]

          The Tearaways
          Podcast

          The Tearaways feat. Clem Burke (from Blondie) and Fin on new album ‘And Now For Our Next Trick’

          May 11, 2023

          In episode #129 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Clem Burke (from Blondie) and John “Fin” Finseth from The Tearaways to discuss their new album ‘And Now For Our Next Trick.’ United Kingdom-based […]

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BICEP

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL
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EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival Just got BIGGER!

February 24, 2023 XS Noize

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL, Ireland’s biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2023 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday weekend, following a sell-out inaugural year. It promises to be bigger, better and bolder! 2023 […]

BICEP
Gigs

BICEP release new single ‘Water’ feat Clara La San

October 5, 2022 XS Noize

Instantly recognisable to anyone who has seen Bicep’s lauded live show in recent times, “Water” is another keenly anticipated fan favourite that finally sees an official release. Featuring vocals from Clara La San, who also […]

BICEP are nominated for two Brit Awards following the release of #2 charting album ‘Isles’
Gigs

BICEP release digital deluxe version of ‘Isles’ with three new tracks

April 20, 2021 XS Noize

Out today, the digital deluxe album comes with three new tracks—”Siena (Feat. Clara La San)”, “Light” & “Meli (I)”. Speaking of “Siena” they say: “This track took many forms in the demo stage including much […]

BICEP are nominated for two Brit Awards following the release of #2 charting album ‘Isles’
Gigs

BICEP are nominated for two Brit Awards following the release of #2 charting album ‘Isles’

April 1, 2021 XS Noize

In an incredible achievement for the independent electronic duo, Bicep are nominated in two categories at this year’s BRIT Awards—‘British Group’ and ‘Breakthrough Artist’—following the release of their acclaimed album “Isles”. A record that expands […]

THE ANCHORESS shares video for new single 'The Art of Losing' 1
Playlists

PLAYLIST: XS Noize February 2021 – Listen Now

February 5, 2021 Ben P Scott

The monthly XS Noize Spotify playlist brings together the essential new music of the last month featured on the website. The February 2021 edition features tracks from The Coral, Hello Cosmos, Teenage Fanclub, King Gizzard and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bicep - Isles
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bicep – Isles

January 30, 2021 Kieran Brennan

Bicep strike a beautiful balance between epic, dense soundscapes and intricate production finesse on their new album Isles. The Belfast duo develops their sound from their eponymous debut, choosing richer thicker textures that capture the […]

BICEP announce a third show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton on 9th September 2021
New Music

BICEP announce a third show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton on 9th September 2021

January 26, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of their hugely anticipated new album “Isles” on 22nd Jan, Bicep has announced a third show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, on 9th September 2021. This is in addition to the two […]

BICEP release ‘Sundial’ the final single from their forthcoming 'Isles' album - out January 22nd 1
Gigs

BICEP release ‘Sundial’ the final single from their forthcoming ‘Isles’ album – out January 22nd

January 12, 2021 XS Noize

Bicep have today released ‘Sundial’, the final single to be taken from their forthcoming “Isles” album, out January 22nd on Ninja Tune. Speaking of the track, the duo says: “This is probably one of the […]

BICEP release ‘Saku’ taken from their forthcoming album 'Isles' out January 22nd
Gigs

BICEP release ‘Saku’ taken from their forthcoming album ‘Isles’ out January 22nd

November 17, 2020 XS Noize

Bicep release ‘Saku’ taken from their forthcoming album ‘Isles’ out January 22nd on Ninja Tune. Featuring vocalist Clara La San—who has previously worked with the likes of Yves Tumor—whose honey-sweet vocals feint toward UK Garage […]

BICEP [LIVE] to perform their stunning, immersive live show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday, April 18th 2020
Gigs

BICEP [LIVE] to perform their stunning, immersive live show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday, April 18th 2020

January 13, 2020 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Belfast show in 2018, Bicep return to their hometown in April 2020 to perform their stunning, immersive live show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday, April 18th 2020. Built around […]

CHSQ & SHINE ANNOUNCE; BICEP [DJ] | KiNK [LIVE] & HAMMER @ Custom House Square, Belfast Bank Holiday Sunday 25h Aug 2019
Gigs

CHSQ & SHINE ANNOUNCE; BICEP [DJ] | KiNK [LIVE] & HAMMER @ Custom House Square, Belfast Bank Holiday Sunday 25h Aug 2019

December 20, 2018 XS Noize

Belfast born, London based Electronic pioneers BICEP announce their return to their home turf for their biggest ever Northern Irish FEEL MY BICEP event. The pair has recently completed an acclaimed and extensive live tour […]

See BICEP [LIVE] @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Saturday November 3rd 2018
Gigs

See BICEP [LIVE] @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Saturday November 3rd 2018

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Electronic duo BICEP is pleased to announce a headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday, November 03rd 2018. Their extraordinary live show has already graced some of the most revered festival stages, debuting […]

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