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        • The Strokes
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          The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’

          May 13, 2026

          The Strokes unveil the new single “Falling out of Love” from their upcoming album Reality Awaits today.  The band will premiere the song tomorrow night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, one of the […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          Billy Corgan
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          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

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          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
        • Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

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Doublespeak
News

Vince Clarke, Neil Arthur & Benge Launch Doublespeak — A Reimagining of Cult Classics

March 25, 2026 XS Noize

Erasure’s Vince Clarke, Blancmange’s Neil Arthur and the electronic producer-writer-synth-nerd Benge have joined forces to form the new project Doublespeak. Set to be released on May 29th, their self-titled debut album revisits eleven of their favourite songs from the past four […]

Andy Bell
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Andy Bell Unveils Vince Clarke Remix of ‘Dance For Mercy’ Ahead of First-Ever North American Solo Tour

September 16, 2025 XS Noize

Andy Bell has today shared a brand-new remix by Vince Clarke of one of the standout tracks from the Erasure frontman’s studio album, Ten Crowns. The new remix arrives as Bell prepares to follow up […]

ERASURE
News

ERASURE to release 2CD Deluxe Hardback Book edition of 1997’s classic ‘Cowboy’ album

May 8, 2024 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) will release the 2CD Deluxe Hardback Book edition of 1997’s classic Cowboy album on Mute / BMG on 31 May 2024. Cowboy – their eighth studio album, originally released […]

Vince Clarke – Songs of Silence
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Vince Clarke – Songs of Silence

November 17, 2023 Iam Burn

When you review an album, you usually get a bit of spiel from the PR company telling you a bit about the background of the artist and some details about their new release. The second […]

Vince Clarke
News

VINCE CLARKE shares ‘White Rabbit’ – the latest track to be released from his forthcoming debut solo album ‘Songs of Silence’

October 18, 2023 XS Noize

VINCE CLARKE has shared ‘White Rabbit’, the latest track to be released from his forthcoming debut solo album, Songs of Silence, a 10-track lyric-less album of uncategorisable ambient beauty. In addition, Vince Clarke’s debut solo performance […]

VINCE CLARKE
News

VINCE CLARKE announces his debut solo album ‘Songs of Silence’ – Watch the video for first track ‘The Lamentations of Jeremiah’

September 6, 2023 XS Noize

VINCE CLARKE has announced details of his debut solo album, Songs of Silence, a 10-track lyric-less album of uncategorisable ambient beauty. The album will be available on vinyl, CD and digitally via Mute on 17 […]

ERASURE - 'Always (The Very Best of Erasure)' updated, and set for release on vinyl for the first time
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ERASURE – ‘Always (The Very Best of Erasure)’ updated, and set for release on vinyl for the first time

July 4, 2023 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of an updated release of Always (The Very Best of Erasure), out on vinyl for the very first time as a double disc heavyweight vinyl edition […]

Tiny Magnetic Pets
New Music

Irish synth artists TINY MAGNETIC PETS announce new album ‘Re-Mix/Re-Model’

September 27, 2022 XS Noize

Anyone with their ear to the ground in the electronic music world will already know Tiny Magnetic Pets, the Irish synth artists who have collaborated with Wolfgang Flür (Kraftwerk), supported Michael Rother (NEU!) & The […]

Erasure – Day-Glo (Based On A True Story)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Erasure – Day-Glo (Based On A True Story)

August 9, 2022 David McElroy

Erasure’s recent productivity has been a real joy for fans. Recent albums have seen them return to form, focussing on their classic pure pop sound to incredible effect. 2020’s The Neon gathered deserved universal acclaim, […]

ERASURE announce 'Day-Glo (Based on a True Story)' - out 12th August on Mute 1
New Music

ERASURE announce ‘Day-Glo (Based on a True Story)’ – out 12th August on Mute

June 14, 2022 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of their new release, Day-Glo (Based on a True Story) – out on Mute on 12 August 2022 on fluorescent green vinyl, CD and digitally. Day-Glo […]

ERASURE announce headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on 10th May 2022 1
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ERASURE announce headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on 10th May 2022

October 25, 2021 XS Noize

Monday 25th October: Due to popular demand ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have added extra UK dates to the European leg of The Neon Tour in May 2022 – including a date at The […]

ERASURE announce details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour 1
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ERASURE announce details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour. Out on CD, limited edition purple cassette and digitally tomorrow, Friday 1 October, Ne: EP is a […]

ERASURE announce 2021 tour dates including Dublin's 3Arena on 4TH OCTOBER 1
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ERASURE announce 2021 tour dates including Dublin’s 3Arena on 4TH OCTOBER

August 28, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) celebrate the release of their eighteenth studio album, The Neon, with the announcement of the first leg of their eagerly anticipated dates. October 2021 will see Erasure bring The […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Erasure - The Neon
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Erasure – The Neon

August 15, 2020 Chris Snoddon

Electronic Music’s dynamic duo Andy Bell and Vince Clarke better known as Erasure embark on their 18th Studio album release this week and its a rather rowdy affair in comparison to 2017’s thought-provoking World be […]

ERASURE share the fabulous new video for their latest single ‘Nerves of Steel’ - Watch Now 1
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ERASURE share the fabulous new video for their latest single ‘Nerves of Steel’ – Watch Now

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have shared the fabulous new video for their latest single, ‘Nerves of Steel’. Featuring over 20 LGBTQIA+ stars, including several best known for their appearance on RuPaul’s Drag Race, […]

ERASURE Announce new album 'The Neon' out 21 August - Listen to 'Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)' Now
News

ERASURE share the second track from new album ‘The Neon’ – Listen to ‘Shot A Satellite’ Now!

July 10, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have shared the second track to be taken from their eagerly awaited new album, The Neon. Launching off a bed of stuttering, percussive sci-fi synths, ‘Shot A Satellite’ is the […]

ERASURE - Release: 'Hey Now (Think I Got A Feeling)' Remix EP - Listen Now
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ERASURE – Release: ‘Hey Now (Think I Got A Feeling)’ Remix EP – Listen Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have released an EP featuring remixes of their forthcoming album’s luminous opener, ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’ Out now on Mute, the EP features remixes from UK […]

ERASURE Announce new album 'The Neon' out 21 August - Listen to 'Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)' Now
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ERASURE Announce new album ‘The Neon’ out 21 August – Listen to ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’ Now

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of their eighteenth studio album, The Neon, and share the album’s luminous opener, ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’. The 10-track album is out on […]

ALBUM REVIEW: ERASURE - 'Chorus' Remastered & Expanded Edition
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: ERASURE – ‘Chorus’ Remastered & Expanded Edition

February 10, 2020 Chris Snoddon

Back in the late ’80s, early 90’s Erasure were riding high as synth-pop royalty having released consecutive albums from 1986 through to 1989 and embarking on a mammoth World tour supporting their Wild album. They […]

ERASURE to release remastered and expanded reissue of ‘Chorus’ on February 14th 2020
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ERASURE to release remastered and expanded reissue of ‘Chorus’ on February 14th 2020

November 14, 2019 XS Noize

Erasure announces they will release the latest in their series of remastered and expanded Erasure CD reissues with a 3-CD edition of ‘Chorus’ on February 14th 2020. Featuring a remastered version of the original album […]

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