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

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          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 […]

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

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

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          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: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
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          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

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          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 […]

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          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

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          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 […]

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

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

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          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

          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
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          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 […]

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          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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          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

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          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 […]

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          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

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

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          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 […]

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          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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TRAVIS To Release ‘The Man Who’ Collectors Box Set + Play Album In Full At On Blackheath Sept 7th
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TRAVIS To Release ‘The Man Who’ Collectors Box Set + Play Album In Full At On Blackheath Sept 7th

July 12, 2017 XS Noize

It’s hard to believe that ‘The Man Who’ has already come of age. Released 18 years ago in May 1999, it sounds as fresh today as it did then. On 8th September, this iconic album […]

LUCY ROSE - Announces UK Headline Tour
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LUCY ROSE – Announces UK Headline Tour

July 11, 2017 XS Noize

Lucy Rose is has announced details of a full tour of the UK later this year. The British folk artist, who released her acclaimed third album Something’s Changing last week through Communion Records, will follow […]

Future Islands announce UK & European Tour for spring/summer
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FUTURE ISLANDS – Add New UK November Live Dates

July 11, 2017 XS Noize

Future Islands have added more UK headline dates to their upcoming November tour. The Baltimore act will play a second O2 Academy Brixton show on November 21st, followed by dates in Manchester, Bournemouth and Norwich. […]

GORDON RAPHAEL drops new track 'Savage' - Listen Now!
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GORDON RAPHAEL drops new track ‘Savage’ – Listen Now!

July 11, 2017 XS Noize

As a producer, Gordon Raphael has had an uncanny knack of coming across iconic and influential talent and helping catapult them to global attention. He came across the embryonic Strokes at a free gig in […]

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Portishead - Dummy
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CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Portishead – Dummy

July 11, 2017 Lori Gava

In the early 90’s few were aware that a genre of great impact and the band spearheading the sonic movement would originate out Bristol, UK. Portishead would emerge to carry the standard for Triphop. A […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Beach House - B-Sides and Rarities
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Beach House – B-Sides and Rarities

July 11, 2017 Lori Gava

The musical duo Beach House has carved out an influential niche in the music world, being singularly committed to making their own kind of music; romantic, evocative and haunting. On June 30th the pair released […]

Sheffield Trio THE HARRINGTONS To Release Blistering New EP 'CHANGE IS GONNA COME'
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THE HARRINGTONS to release ‘CHANGE IS GONNA COME’ EP this week

July 10, 2017 XS Noize

Forming in 2014 at the age of 16, The Harringtons are a fresh faced, feel-good Rock n’ Roll trio from Sheffield, Jack, Brad and Jordan have a fresh outlook on music, taking influence from mod-culture and […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT - share new 'unpeeled' video ahead of intimate acoustic show at London's Union Chapel tonight
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CAGE THE ELEPHANT – share new ‘unpeeled’ video ahead of intimate acoustic show at London’s Union Chapel tonight

July 10, 2017 XS Noize

Cage The Elephant have shared the live music video for “Sweetie Little Jean”. Originally featured on their GRAMMY® Awards winner album ‘Tell Me I’m Pretty’, the stripped down version of the song is featured on […]

SUNDARA KARMA - today release revamped version of their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Youth Is Only ever Fun in Retrospect’
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SUNDARA KARMA – today release revamped version of their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Youth Is Only ever Fun in Retrospect’

July 7, 2017 XS Noize

Sundara Karma today release the revamped version of their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Youth Is Only ever Fun in Retrospect’ (Chess Club / RCA). First released in its original form in January of this year, […]

THE DEARS - Share “Taking It To The Grave” on the eve of their upcoming album release - "Times Infinity Volume Two"
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THE DEARS – Share “Taking It To The Grave” on the eve of their upcoming album release – “Times Infinity Volume Two”

July 7, 2017 XS Noize

Montreal indie-pop veterans The Dears have officially shared their new single, “Taking It To The Grave” – the latest track to surface from The Dears’ upcoming LP Times Infinity Volume Two out July 14 via […]

Lea Porcelain's Release Debut EP 'Out Is In' EP
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#35. XS Noize Music Podcast: Rising electronic post-punk duo, LEA PORCELAIN discuss their debut album – ‘HYMNS TO THE NIGHT’

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #35 of the XS Noize Music Podcast. This episode Mark Millar is joined by Julien Bracht and Markus Nikolaus from Rising electronic post-punk duo, Lea Porcelain to talk about the band’s brilliant […]

Track of the Day: BUFFALO SUNN - 'The Long Road'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: BUFFALO SUNN – ‘The Long Road’

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the worldwide airplay of ‘Idle Man’, ‘The Long Road’ is the second single taken from Buffalo Sunn’s recording session with multi Grammy award winning producer Joe Chiccarelli (Beck, My Morning Jacket, Jack […]

MUSE - Reveal artificial intelligence and machine learning video for current single ‘DIG DOWN’
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MUSE – Reveal artificial intelligence and machine learning video for current single ‘DIG DOWN’

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Muse have revealed a first in music video creation. Using the latest in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, a new lyric video will be created every day for a month featuring high profile personalities voicing […]

CUT COPY return with first single in four years, 'Airborne', live dates + album news - Listen Now!
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CUT COPY return with first single in four years, ‘Airborne’, live dates + album news – Listen Now!

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Cut Copy return today with “Airborne” – the band’s first official single in four years. Equal parts guitar jangle, celestial synths and bottom-heavy bassline, the infectious track shifts gears multiple times, balancing images of chaos […]

U2 THE JOSHUA TREE TOUR 2017 - Surpasses 2.4 million tickets sold - The biggest show of the year
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U2 THE JOSHUA TREE TOUR 2017 – Surpasses 2.4 million tickets sold – The biggest show of the year

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Having played to more than one million fans, the first North American leg of U2’s The Joshua Tree Tour 2017 came to a triumphant close July 1st at the FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland. With ticket […]

THE VERVE - URBAN HYMNS 20th anniversary edition gets September release 2
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THE VERVE – URBAN HYMNS 20th anniversary edition gets September release

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Every now and again, the world of music throws up a record that is out of the ordinary, something in its timing, quality and spirit that just feels right. The Verve’s 1997 album Urban Hymns, […]

PREMIERE: Electro-rock duo NATIVE SONS second single, “Say Nothing” - Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Electro-rock duo NATIVE SONS second single, “Say Nothing” – Listen Now!

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

We are very pleased to premiere the new track from electro-rock duo Native Sons.  Their second single, “Say Nothing”, is a contemplative blend of dreamy synths and brooding vocals.  Definitely for fans of Future Islands, or Miike Snow. […]

ST. VINCENT - Releases new song and announces UK shows
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ST. VINCENT – Releases new song and announces UK shows

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

St. Vincent has released a new song called “New York”. The new track coincides with the recently announced ‘Fear The Future Tour’ tickets going on sale today. “New York” is the latest new work from […]

TLC - Announce first ever UK tour Autumn 2017
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TLC – Announce first ever UK tour Autumn 2017

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Following their joyous- comeback show at London’s Koko (which sold out immediately) , iconic girl-group TLC have just announced their first ever UK tour for Autumn 2017 . The band have also just released their […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single
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GARY NUMAN – Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single

July 6, 2017 XS Noize

Coming almost four years after his album ‘Splinter (Songs From A Broken Mind)’ earned the best reviews of his career and his highest chart-placing in 20 years, the iconic and highly influential Gary Numan will […]

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