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        • 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 […]

          Beck
          News

          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
          News

          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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
        • 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 […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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Hundred Reasons
Gigs

HUNDRED REASONS share new single ‘The Old School Way’

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

In October, Hundred Reasons announced that their first album together in 15 years, Glorious Sunset, is due for release on 24th Feb 2023 via SO Recordings. Sharing the lead single and title track ‘Glorious Sunset’, […]

Goo Goo Dolls
Gigs

GOO GOO DOLLS announce UK & Ireland tour for June 2023

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

Goo Goo Dolls are delighted to confirm their first visit to UK/IE since February 2020. The tour kicks off in Dublin on June 13th 2023, and includes a show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton on […]

Razorlight
Gigs

RAZORLIGHT announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 4th April 2023

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

For the first time in a decade with their original line-up, Indie icons Razorlight have announced a show at The Telegraph Building on 4th April 2023. The group have recently released Razorwhat? The Best Of […]

PORCUPINE TREE to release deluxe hardback book edition of 'Deadwing'
New Music

PORCUPINE TREE to release deluxe hardback book edition of ‘Deadwing’

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

Porcupine Tree have announced that they will reissue their 2005 album ‘Deadwing’ in a deluxe hardback book edition for the first time on 3rd March via their own label, Transmission. With three CDs and a bonus Blu-ray […]

Ocean Alley
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Ocean Alley’s Lach Galbraith on Low Altitude Living

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #112 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Lach Galbraith from Aussie rockers Ocean Alley to talk about their fourth album, Low Altitude Living. The album follows the band’s hugely […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Cure at the OVO Wembley Arena
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Cure at the OVO Wembley Arena

December 13, 2022 Clive Harris

In the weeks and months leading up to this gig, I had been thinking how it was a little anachronistic that a band so synonymous with having a black-clad following should be ending their tour […]

Nell & The Flaming Lips
New Music

Nell & The Flaming Lips debut video for “We Know Who You Are”

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

With the physical release of Nell & The Flaming Lips’ Where the Viaduct Looms coming this Friday, they have shared a video for ‘We Know Who You Are’. Shot in the Tennessee caverns and co-directed […]

Rancid
Gigs

East Bay punk rockers RANCID announce EU/UK 2023 Tour

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

Today, East Bay punk rockers Rancid have announced they will be coming back to Europe and the UK next year in June to play a run of festivals and headline shows. The tour will be […]

Ben Howard
Gigs

BEN HOWARD headlines London’s Alexandra Palace Park next Summer

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

Ben Howard headlines London’s Alexandra Palace Park next Summer. It will be Howard’s first show in the capital since his trio of sell-out shows in Autumn 2021 (two nights at Royal Festival Hall + O2 […]

The Smile
Gigs

THE SMILE announce brand-new live release – ‘The Smile At Montreux Jazz Festival, July 2022’

December 12, 2022 XS Noize

The Smile has today revealed details of a brand-new live release, The Smile At Montreux Jazz Festival July 2022. The seven track, eight song digital-only live release of selected tracks from the band’s debut album A […]

How technology is shaping the music industry 
Features 2

How technology is shaping the music industry 

December 12, 2022 XS Noize

New tech trends have brought major changes in various industries. In the digital era, everything can be done online using smartphones, computers, and the internet. New technology has been a life-changer in the music industry, […]

Danny Saber
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Legendary music producer Danny Saber on working with the biggest names in music

December 4, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #111 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary music producer Danny Saber who has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Michael Hutchence, Shaun Ryder, Joe […]

Eirewave
Features

FEATURE: Surf’s up for digital radio station Eirewave

December 1, 2022 Lee Campbell

Eirewave founder Olivier Mauxion, originally from Angers in western France, is now very much at home in Ireland. Olivier came to Ireland for the music over a decade ago. He tried his hand at being […]

Music Degrees: Explained Types and Opportunities
Features

Music Degrees: Explained Types and Opportunities

November 21, 2022 XS Noize

If you are looking for degrees in music, you will know there are a lot of different branches and types of music degrees that people pursue all over the world. For example, you might want […]

Sound of Belfast
News

New Data Underlines Music’s Integral Role in the Northern Ireland Economy

November 15, 2022 XS Noize

New data released today demonstrates the economic importance of music to Northern Ireland (NI). Figures published ahead of Wednesday’s Music Cities event, and the NI Music Prize show that, in 2019, the music sector in […]

Relaxation Aid: How Listening to Music Helps To Relieve Stress
Features 2

Relaxation Aid: How Listening to Music Helps To Relieve Stress

October 25, 2022 XS Noize

Music is known to have a positive effect on the human body. Music therapy is a field that focuses on using tunes for improved well-being. However, you can also use music to relieve stress in […]

Bingo
Features 2

An Introduction To Music Bingo

October 19, 2022 XS Noize

Bingo happens to be one of the oldest games on the planet and one that has stood the test of time, having been around for decades. And, as you will expect, there have been different […]

ASH
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Tim Wheeler from ASH on the reissue of their hugely successful third album ‘Free All Angels’

September 26, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #102 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Tim Wheeler from Ash about the reissue of their hugely successful and beloved third album Free All Angels. Free All Angels was […]

Kalpee
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kalpee talks Island Wave, SXSW & the future of Caribbean music

September 17, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Hailing from Trinidad and Tobago but now calling LA his home, Kalpee has a deep-rooted ambition and desire to bring the music of the Caribbean to the forefront of the international music scene. That desire […]

External factors that could sway the Roulette wheel in your favour
Features 2

Roulette and Music – An Impeccable Combination

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

No question, roulette is one of the most popular casino games online. The connection between roulette and music continues today. Many casinos feature live music, and some even have special roulette-themed events. The game is […]

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