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          AVA Belfast reveals full 2026 festival programme including afterparties, talks, workshops and more

          May 22, 2026

          AVA Belfast returns to Titanic Slipways on 29–30 May 2026, as the city prepares for what promises to be its biggest music weekend of the year. Hailed as “Techno Christmas,” or “Belfast Coachella” AVA is […]

          The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

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          The Coral
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

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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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          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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. […]

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        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          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
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          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 […]

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Manchester's PARTISAN Share New Track 'TWO LOVERS' - Listen
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Manchester’s PARTISAN Share New Track ‘TWO LOVERS’ – Listen

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

Partisan formed in Manchester, UK early in 2013. As the name implies they are passionate about their mission to position themselves as serious contenders, taking on the music scene with their punchy, bold and unflinching […]

DMA's reveal new single 'In The Moment' from debut Album 'Hills End'
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DMA’s reveal new single ‘In The Moment’ from debut Album ‘Hills End’

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

The wait for DMA’S debut album is almost over with ‘Hills End’ being released February 26th on Infectious Music. Following on from Radio One A-listed single ‘Delete’ ‘DMAs continue their quest to deliver another anthem […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CRYSTAL VOYAGER - AMETHYST DETOX
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CRYSTAL VOYAGER – AMETHYST DETOX

February 18, 2016 Lori Gava

NYC transplanted artist and musician Eleanor Bostwick AKA Crystal Voyager has released a mind expanding remix of her attention capturing single Amethyst Detox. The Psychedelic tripster placed the song in legendary record producer Danny Saber’s […]

NME AWARDS 2016 – THE WINNERS 1
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NME AWARDS 2016 – THE WINNERS

February 18, 2016 XS Noize

London, 17 February 2016 – The winners of this year’s NME Awards with Austin, Texas were announced tonight at a star studded ceremony hosted by Radio 1’s Huw Stephens. North London rock quartet Wolf Alice […]

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, 'BURIED'
New Music

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, ‘BURIED’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

FAULTLINES, a six-piece melodic metal band from the UK have announced their debut self-released EP ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ will be out on the 15th April 2016. ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ sees Fautlines take on […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: GLENN SMYTH - What Have I Done To Deserve This?
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: GLENN SMYTH – What Have I Done To Deserve This?

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

Birmingham’s Glenn Smyth has unveiled the video for his new single ‘What Have I Done To Deserve This?’. Mixed by Owen Morris (Oasis, The Verve) and produced by Dave McCabe, the track was recently premiered […]

Muse-Drones
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MUSE Reveal Video For New Single ‘REAPERS’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

This week Muse picked up the award for Best Rock Album at The Grammys for their album ‘Drones’. It is the second time the band has received the award, having won it in 2011 for […]

Nashville's ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’
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Nashville’s ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Having just released their triumphant new album Dying Surfer Meets His Maker in Europe via New West Records, Nashville psych force All Them Witches reveal a new music video for ‘Open Passageways’. Inspired by vocalist […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
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Watch Video For The New Single From The WHOLLS – ‘X21’ Out March

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”
New Music

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite released a video for their single “Always Like Yesterday” off their upcoming album Until the End of the Moon. The video, directed by Photohause productions, is a short […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ANDREW WEATHERALL - “WE COUNT THE STARS”
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ANDREW WEATHERALL – “WE COUNT THE STARS”

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

‘Convenanza’ is the sound of Andrew Weatherall looking back at the clutter of a life thoroughly lived and realising it’s too late to tidy it up in any meaningful way. It would be marvellous to […]

LIBERTY SHIP release new single 'Learning to Fly' on April 1st 2
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LIBERTY SHIP release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Liberty Ship release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st 2016. The Sheffield suburbs have produced some of UK music’s most exciting bands, the latest is Liberty Ship. The four piece have already toured with […]

Listen to "Wedding" the new single from POLICA
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ALBUM REVIEW: POLICA – UNITED CRUSHERS

February 16, 2016 Lori Gava

American synth indie band Polica are releasing their third long play album, United Crushers on March 4th. The album condenses their prior signature synth heavy stylings into a resulting tighter sonic groove. That sound is […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
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Friends & Family Campaign to get VIOLA BEACH To The Top Of Charts

February 15, 2016 XS Noize

Following the tragic passing of Viola Beach and their manager Craig Tarry, a campaign is being driven by friends and family to propel the Warrington band’s debut single up the charts. The band’s independent, self-released […]

THE DUKE SPIRIT reveal video for 'Hands' from their forthcoming album 'KIN'
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THE DUKE SPIRIT reveal video for ‘Hands’ from their forthcoming album ‘KIN’

February 15, 2016 XS Noize

The Duke Spirit announce the release of their highly anticipated new album Kin, through Ex Voto Records, on Friday 6th May. A new single, the BBC 6 B Listed Hands, is released on February 19th, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: DIIV - IS THE IS ARE
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: DIIV – IS THE IS ARE

February 15, 2016 Marcus Millar

Is The Is Are is the highly anticipated and long awaited sophomore album from the New York Jangle Pop pioneers, DIIV. It comes four years after their critically acclaimed debut Oshin, an album that drew […]

LIVE REVIEW: SUEDE - OLYMPIA THEATRE, DUBLIN 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: SUEDE – OLYMPIA THEATRE, DUBLIN

February 14, 2016 XS Noize

For Suede’s latest live outing, Irish fans are treated to a show of two halves, a cinematic experience and an energetic live performance on the same night. Barely visible glimmers of the static band appear […]

“Counter-Factuals are Usually a Waste Of Time”: An Interview with FRANK TURNER
Interviews

“Counter-Factuals are Usually a Waste Of Time”: An Interview with FRANK TURNER

February 14, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Frank Turner is a singer-songwriter from Hampshire. Having started in punk bands in the early part of his career, Turner went solo and has had incredible success in doing so. From selling out venues across […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VIOLA BEACH - BOYS THAT SING
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Farewell to Warrington’s ‘Boys That Sing’ – Tragic Accident Claims the Lives of VIOLA BEACH Members and Manager

February 14, 2016 Julie Blore-Bizot

In a tragic car accident in Sweden, the Warrington, UK group Viola Beach and their manager, Craig Tarry–who also shared management duties for the London-based Hidden Charms–perished in the hours before dawn on Saturday, February 13. […]

LIVE REVIEW: FRANK TURNER - THE LIMELIGHT, BELFAST 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: FRANK TURNER – THE LIMELIGHT, BELFAST

February 12, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Frank Turner made his return to a Northern Irish stage for the first time since 2013’s Cut The Transmission Festival, and any frustration that was built awaiting his return was certainly released at Thursday’s sold […]

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