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        • Cheryl-Ann
          News

          Irish artist CHERYL-ANN announces new single ‘Little Things You Do’

          August 25, 2023

          Irish singer/songwriter Cheryl-Ann has announced the release of her highly anticipated new single ‘LITTLE THINGS YOU DO’ available on all major streaming platforms today. Cheryl-Ann, a queer female artist with a bubbly, poppy personality on […]

          Princess Goes
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          PRINCESS GOES release video for new single BLUR from new album ‘Come Of Age’

          August 24, 2023

          Princess Goes, the trio led by the charismatic showmanship and signature voice of vocalist, lyricist, musician and actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Lazarus) alongside keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndi Lauper) and drummer […]

          Paul Brady
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          PAUL BRADY to receive the legend award at this years Northern Ireland Music Prize at the Ulster Hall

          August 24, 2023

          The Oh Yeah Music Centre is thrilled to announce that this year’s Legend Award recipient is Paul Brady. The presentation will be made at the Northern Ireland Music Prize on Wednesday, 15th November, at the Ulster Hall, Belfast. Following the presentation, Paul will […]

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        • Album Reviews

          Ta-ku - Songs To Come Home To
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ta-ku – Songs To Come Home To

          August 25, 2023

          Five years after his last studio album, Ta-ku returns with his latest full-length release, Songs to Come Home To. Anyone paying attention to Australia’s lo-fi hip-hop scene over the last decade will undoubtedly have noticed […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nora Kelly Band – Rodeo Clown
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nora Kelly Band – Rodeo Clown

          August 24, 2023

          The cover photo of Rodeo Clown, the debut long player of Montreal-based country outfit the Nora Kelly Band, alludes in some measure to the theme running through the album. Band leader Nora Kelly explains, “We […]

        • 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

          ABBA Voyage at ABBA Arena, London
          Live Reviews

          REVIEW: ABBA Voyage at ABBA Arena, London

          August 18, 2023

          The last ABBA UK live performance took place on 11th December 1982. The Swedish quartet played ‘Thank You for the Music’ on The Late Breakfast Show hosted by Noel Edmonds almost five years before MTV […]

          Liam Gallagher at Koko, London Photo credit: Zekaria Al-Bostani (@zek.snaps)
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Liam Gallagher at Koko, London

          August 10, 2023

          Much media coverage has been about large music venues and outside music events being pivotal to boosting the economy. Thankfully, some small music venues, including the 1,410-capacity Koko, received significant investment too. Following £ 70 […]

        • 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// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Field Day 2023 with Aphex Twin, Bonobo, Arca and others at Victoria Park, London

          August 22, 2023

          Victoria Park is a place of yearly festivities and grand summer concerts. On the 19th of August, one of the most creative and mysterious electronic music producers – Aphex Twin – had a hugely awaited […]

          IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast

          August 21, 2023

          Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2022, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS returned to Custom House Square for another special night in Belfast on Saturday, 19th August 2023, alongside an all-star line-up […]

  • Gigs
        • James Blunt
          Gigs

          JAMES BLUNT announces spring 2024 UK arena tour

          August 23, 2023

          James Blunt makes a most welcome return to the road next year in support of his brilliant new album Who We Used To Be – out October 27th on Atlantic Records. James and his band […]

          Maisie Peters
          Gigs

          MAISIE PETERS announces headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Friday 27 October

          August 22, 2023

          Fresh from her first No. 1 album, ‘The Good Witch’, and an acclaimed debut set on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, Maisie Peters has announced additional ‘Road To Wembley’ and ‘The Good Witch Comes To Europe’ tour […]

          Arctic Monkeys
          Gigs

          ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce World Tour Finale in Dublin & Belfast

          August 22, 2023

          Arctic Monkeys will be returning to Dublin & Belfast in October for a series of arena dates to mark the end of their World Tour. The band are pleased to announce Miles Kane as Special […]

  • Interviews
        • Jessica Lynn
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Jessica Lynn Talks ‘Mixed Signals’ & Her UK Tour

          July 4, 2023

          Like many artists, Jessica Lynn had the brakes put on her career when the Covid pandemic shut the world down. But she didn’t let the uncertainty of what the future might hold stop her from […]

          Aries Marquis
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Aries Marquis talks ‘Motivation’ & future music plans

          June 26, 2023

          With his talent having first been recognised by his father – who heard him singing on a voicemail – Aries Marquis has been performing since 2007, and the music he makes blends an array of […]

          Pamela Laws
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Pamela Laws talks about her new album ‘The Ones I Love’

          June 16, 2023

          New York City-based singer-songwriter Pamela Laws recently released her album, The Ones I Love, a vibrant collection of songs encompassing country, rock, and pop elements. Laws explains, “‘The Ones I Love’ is my fourth studio […]

  • Podcast
        • John Lydon
          Podcast

          Exploring the Sonic Apocalypse: John Lydon Delves into Public Image Limited’s ‘End of World’ Album

          August 17, 2023

          In episode #142 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets John Lydon from Public Image Limited to discuss their new studio album End of World. Public Image Limited returns with End of World – […]

          Kyle Falconer
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The View’s Kyle Falconer on the Exorcism of Youth

          August 10, 2023

          In episode #141 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Kyle Falconer from The View to discuss their long-awaited new album, Exorcism of Youth. The View are back after a five-year hiatus with their […]

          The Baseball Project
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: The Baseball Project’s Scott McCaughey talks Grand Salami Time!

          August 3, 2023

          In episode #140 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Scott McCaughey from supergroup The Baseball Project to discuss their fourth studio album, Grand Salami Time! The band is made up of Steve Wynn […]

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Favourite bands: Incubus, Coldplay, The Smiths Favourite album: Overgrown by James Blake With super varied taste in music, I love anything from soul-searching indie to thumping future bass and back again...
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TRACK REVIEW: Steerner - Off My Mind
Track Of The Day

TRACK REVIEW: Steerner – Off My Mind

October 29, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Despite only being still in his early twenties, Swedish native Steerner has amassed quite the following and listenership. This week sees the release of his follow up to his previous single “I Wouldn’t Lie,” which […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Gavin James - Glow
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Gavin James – Glow

September 19, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Sounding suitably impressive this week is “Glow,” a brand new single release from Ireland’s very own Gavin James. A hugely successful artist, he is set to release his latest album “Only Ticket Home” later this […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Excision - 'Apex'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Excision – ‘Apex’

September 7, 2018 Gemma Harewood

It’s been in the works for a considerable amount of time but the new Excision album has at last arrived. Coming in at 14 tracks is the “Apex” LP, which happens to be the fourth […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Dish Pit - 'Family Man' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Dish Pit – ‘Family Man’ – Listen Now

September 1, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The Canadian rock outfit Dish Pit are back on the scene and delighting with a new track. Due out on September 10th. “Family Man,” is a drawling, guitar-led cut that captures the soul of their […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Warhola - 'Promise' - Watch Video
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Warhola – ‘Promise’ – Watch Video

August 31, 2018 Gemma Harewood

You can now enjoy Warhola’s new single with an official video to go with it. “Promise” from the Antwerp artist turned heads as the lead single from his forthcoming long-player, and its visuals are incredible. […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Matthew Schultz Is Destined To Go - "Somewhere FAR"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Matthew Schultz Is Destined To Go – “Somewhere FAR”

August 29, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The American singer and producer Matthew Schultz has just treated fans to a new single. He shows unreal form with the smooth sounds of “Somewhere FAR,” which is a chance to soak up his sharp […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos - Straight To The Heart
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos – Straight To The Heart

August 24, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Placing musicianship at the core of what he produces is why Nick Talos has built such a successful following. It’s also why he’s able to remix the likes of Ellie Goulding and James Bay. It’s […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ManCub x Ray J - 'Sex You Up'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ManCub x Ray J – ‘Sex You Up’

August 23, 2018 Gemma Harewood

After learning his craft at London’s Metropolis Studios, watching acts like Mark Ronson and Drum & Bass pioneer DJ Fresh at work, it’s now time for the producer known as ManCub to make his name […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan - Ben Khan
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan – Ben Khan

August 16, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The highly anticipated debut album from Ben Khan has arrived, and it’s everything we hoped it would be. His self-titled LP spans a total of 15 tracks and is laced with his signature style throughout. […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MEMBA - 'Flash'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MEMBA – ‘Flash’

August 10, 2018 Gemma Harewood

If you’ve been keeping up with New York’s bustling electronic scene, chances are you’ve probably heard of trap duo MEMBA, and their global-infused, percussion-driven sound. Following the release of EP “SAGA-I,” they’ve teamed up with […]

REVIEW: Thelem - 'Third Time Lucky'
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REVIEW: Thelem – ‘Third Time Lucky’

August 8, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Out now via a release on Chapters, UK bass music producer and DJ Thelem delivers four new tracks of absolute heat in the form of his new EP, “Third Time Lucky.” With a sound that […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Newclaess & Adanna Duru - Where Are You
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Newclaess & Adanna Duru – Where Are You

August 6, 2018 Gemma Harewood

German production duo Newclaess have just dropped their new track, and it is exactly what you’ve been waiting for. The pair released banger after banger through previous years and have kept up the quality on […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Showtek & MOTi - Down Easy ft. Starley & Wyclef Jean
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Showtek & MOTi – Down Easy ft. Starley & Wyclef Jean

August 3, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Universal Music Germany has just released a banging new single from Showtek and MOTi, who are both representing The Netherlands with “Down Easy.” As the title suggests, this easy listening pop beat has some shimmering […]

REVIEW: Rome In Silver - 'Spirituality' EP
Album Reviews

REVIEW: Rome In Silver – ‘Spirituality’ EP

August 2, 2018 Gemma Harewood

We highly recommend the futuristic sounds of Rome In Silver’s “Spirituality” EP, which are being presented through Quality Goods Records. The label was set up by trap innovator UZ, and it keeps bringing out some […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ARLE & L'Tric - Feel It
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ARLE & L’Tric – Feel It

August 1, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Packed to the brim with dance-floor ready goodness is the new single from Australian production representatives ARLE and L’Tric. Bringing plenty of bounce and smooth melodies to the table is “Feel It,” an instantly catchy […]

REVIEW: Drunken Masters - 'Places' EP
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REVIEW: Drunken Masters – ‘Places’ EP

July 25, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Channelling a host of influences and inspiration into their newest release this week is Drunken Masters, an act who is going from strength to strength. The bass production outfit brings in external talent for their […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos - 'Hey Gorgeous' (Nalestar Remix)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos – ‘Hey Gorgeous’ (Nalestar Remix)

July 18, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Universal Music Germany has just put out the gripping Nalestar remix of one of Nick Talos’ most popular tunes to date. The Hungarian artist has pulled out all the stops for this edit of “Hey […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CCIITTYY - 'Still On My Mind'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CCIITTYY – ‘Still On My Mind’

July 17, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Launching themselves officially as a duo to watch this week is CCIITTYY, two producers from Germany and The Netherlands. They bring sparkling musicality and 80s references with the brand new “Still On My Mind,” which […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Mr. Probz - 'Space For Two' (R3HAB Remix)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Mr. Probz – ‘Space For Two’ (R3HAB Remix)

July 6, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Working its way out of the studio of the iconic producer and superstar DJ R3HAB at the moment is his brand new remix for Mr Probz. Having taken the soulful sound of “Space For Two” […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Joel Thomas - 'Promises' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Joel Thomas – ‘Promises’ – Listen Now

July 4, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Coming out of Liverpool and sounding wonderful right now is the young singer and songwriter Joel Thomas. With his indie-influenced sound starting to take real form and substance, he follows up the sun-soaked “Sunshine Funshine” […]

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