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        • Julian Marley
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          Julian Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, announces Belfast show

          May 29, 2026

          Born in London, England on June 4, 1975, Julian Marley is the son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Barbados-born Lucy Pounder. Growing up as a youth in a musical atmosphere, the Grammy Award Nominated […]

          Inspiral Carpets
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          Inspiral Carpets announce ‘Burn Like The Sun’ – their first studio album in 12 years

          May 29, 2026

          Inspiral Carpets announce Burn Like The Sun – their first studio album in 12 years, out January 29th, 2027 via Scruff of the Neck Records. The band have unveiled a special announcement video, narrated by […]

          Faithless
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          Faithless Announce Special Guests For CHSq Belfast Show With Phil Hartnoll, Justin Robertson & Marion Hawkes

          May 28, 2026

          Dance pioneers Faithless are back with their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Thursday 20th August 2026, alongside very special guests, Phil Hartnoll (Orbital), Justin Robertson and Marion Hawkes. Few […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

          Mull Historical Society
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

        • 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

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          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 […]

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Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS announce headline Belfast show @ the Duke Of York 2
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Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS announce headline Belfast show @ the Duke Of York

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS have announced a headline Belfast show at the Duke Of York on Saturday March 31st 2018. TOUTS released their highly-anticipated second EP LIT, on 10 November 2017 via Hometown […]

HAIM announce U.K. & European headline tour
Gigs

HAIM announce U.K. & European headline tour

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

Following their win for Best International Band at Wednesday’s NME Awards and nomination for Best International Group at next week’s BRITs, Los Angeles trio HAIM are set to return to Europe for a highly anticipated […]

GEORGE EZRA announces return to Belfast with headline show at CHSq in August
Gigs

GEORGE EZRA announces return to Belfast with headline show at CHSq in August

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

English singer~songwriter sensation George Ezra is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at CHSq on Friday, August 10th 2018. George recently announced his highly anticipated sophomore album Staying At Tamara […]

HOWIE PAYNE shares new mix of 'Evangeline', taken from his acclaimed second solo album ‘Mountain’
The Listening Post

HOWIE PAYNE shares new mix of ‘Evangeline’, taken from his acclaimed second solo album ‘Mountain’

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

Howie Payne has today released a new California mix of ‘Evangeline (Los Angeles)’, a track taken from his acclaimed second solo album ‘Mountain’. The former Stands frontman is currently on a headline acoustic tour, which […]

INTERVIEW: Jonny Brown (Twisted Wheel) – 'I've got something to prove, and I'm going to prove it to everyone.'
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Jonny Brown (Twisted Wheel) – ‘I’ve got something to prove, and I’m going to prove it to everyone.’

February 17, 2018 XS Noize

Mark Millar talks to Jonny Brown about the return of Twisted Wheel. Twisted Wheel is back and as always, it’s with a bang! Born in the backwaters of Saddleworth in 2007, the young band, fronted […]

It Doesn’t ‘Get Better’ Than SCREECH BATS London Punk Rockers Unleash Video Single Taken From Forthcoming Sophomore EP
News

It Doesn’t ‘Get Better’ Than SCREECH BATS London Punk Rockers Unleash Video Single Taken From Forthcoming Sophomore EP

February 16, 2018 XS Noize

London’s Screech Bats have unveiled the video single for ‘Get Better’, the lead single from their forthcoming sophomore EP ‘Wish You Were Her’ below. Ostensibly a performance video featuring slick visuals that contrast with their […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: There's Talk - 'Soundry' - Watch Now!
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: There’s Talk – ‘Soundry’ – Watch Now!

February 16, 2018 XS Noize

The video for There’s Talk’s “Soundry” is an atmospheric journey through neon rainbow roads and serene effervescence. The track is off There’s Talk’s upcoming EP, ‘bathed water moon’, out February 23rd.  “The Soundry was a darling, ephemeral art […]

IN FOCUS// Paul Weller @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Paul Weller @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 16, 2018 Clair McAllister

The Modfather Paul Weller played Belfast’s famous Ulster Hall on 15th Feb. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these great shots.                  

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new video for 'International Blue'
Videos

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new single ‘Distant Colours’ – Watch Now!

February 16, 2018 XS Noize

Taken from their forthcoming 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’, ‘DISTANT COLOURS’ is released today on Columbia/Sony. The album is now released 13th April having been pushed back a week. The first track from the new […]

THE KILLERS - unveil the video for their dazzling new single,"The Man" - Watch Now!
Gigs

THE KILLERS announce open-air concert at Dublin’s RDS Arena on 26 June with FRANZ FERDINAND

February 16, 2018 XS Noize

The Killers have announced an open-air concert at RDS Arena on 26 June. Special guests are Franz Ferdinand. Tickets from €69.50 including booking fees go on sale Friday 23 February at 9am. The Killers sold […]

MUFFIN to release debut self-titled EP in March - Listen to new single
The Listening Post

MUFFIN to release debut self-titled EP in March – Listen to new single

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

MUFFIN is the answer to the question, ‘what happens if you put Grunge, Punk, Indie and Rock in one big pot and mix it all together?’ It’s explosive, energetic, heavy music that you can dance […]

BIRDS OF HELL'S new single 'I Love Saturday Night' to be released in March
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BIRDS OF HELL’S new single ‘I Love Saturday Night’ to be released in March

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

March 16th, 2018 sees the release of Birds Of Hell’s new single ‘I Love Saturday Night’; a scummy ode to nights on the town. Birds Of Hell is the work of Pete Murdoch. He comes […]

SEAN McGOWAN - Announces 'Son Of The Smith' album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates
New Music

SEAN McGOWAN – Announces ‘Son Of The Smith’ album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Seán McGowan is excited to announce the release of his debut album, Son of the Smith, through Xtra Mile Recordings on 11 May 2018. The first single taken from the album is ‘Off the Rails’, out […]

THE LOVELY EGGS share video for "Wiggy Giggy" + Announce May Tour Dates
Gigs

THE LOVELY EGGS share video for “Wiggy Giggy” + Announce May Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Currently in the middle of their sold-out UK tour supported by Phill Jupitus as Porky The Poet and Mr Ben and The Bens, The Lovely Eggs reveal the mind-melting new video for their new single […]

KATIE LAFFAN, named 50 people to watch in 2018, drops inspiring and spacey new video
Videos

KATIE LAFFAN, named 50 people to watch in 2018, drops inspiring and spacey new video

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Recently named by the Irish Times as one of their 50 people to watch in 2018, Katie Laffan has never been an artist to stand still. From a debut EP of lo-fi funk to the […]

PADDY HANNA is set to release his new album 'Frankly I mutate' on March 2nd
News

PADDY HANNA is set to release his new album ‘Frankly I mutate’ on March 2nd

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Paddy Hanna is set to release his new album Frankly I mutate on March 2nd. Paddy’s career to date has not been conventional. A cult figure in the Dublin music scene, he has released numerous […]

OLDEN YOLK share "Cut To The Quick" video, from debut self-titled album due 23rd Feb + announce UK live dates
The Listening Post

OLDEN YOLK share “Cut To The Quick” video, from debut self-titled album due 23rd Feb + announce UK live dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Olden Yolk, the New York-based group led by songwriters, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists Shane Butler (of Quilt) and Caity Shaffer, are set to release their self-titled debut album on February 23rd via Trouble In Mind. After […]

COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album - Tell Me How You Really Feel
Gigs

COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album – Tell Me How You Really Feel

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Earlier this week, Courtney Barnett teased fans with this video , which was then followed by mysterious billboards popping up in major cities around the world. Next indie record stores worldwide unexpectedly received vinyl copies […]

DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour
Gigs

DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Seminal Britrock power-pop trio Dodgy have been announced as the opening act on the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour in May. With 12 Top 40 singles and over a million sales worldwide, Dodgy produced some […]

EMBRACE Release New Single 'NEVER', from New Album 'LOVE IS A BASIC NEED' - Listen Now!
News

EMBRACE release album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Embrace have released album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day, which follows recent releases The Finish Line, Wake Up Call and Never, all taken from their forthcoming new album LOVE […]

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