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        • 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 […]

          The Coral
          News

          The Coral Surprise-Release Thirteenth Album ‘388’ and Share Video for “Let The Music Play”

          May 21, 2026

          Two weeks after being released under the cover of a physical format only distribution, quietly stocked on independent record shop shelves, The Coral officially release their thirteenth studio album with a video for new single, […]

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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 […]

        • 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 […]

        • 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
        • 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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INTERVIEW: Snow Patrol's Nathan Connolly on new album Wildness + possible return to Ward Park, Bangor 1
Gigs

SNOW PATROL Confirms BELFAST & DUBLIN date

May 29, 2018 XS Noize

This morning, Snow Patrol confirms 8 headlining dates in the UK and Ireland throughout December and January. The band will perform in cities including Dublin, London and Belfast (full dates below) – tickets will go […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE announces ‘High As Hope’ UK & Ireland Tour
Gigs

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE announces ‘High As Hope’ UK & Ireland Tour

May 28, 2018 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine has today announced details of the UK & Ireland leg of the ‘High As Hope Tour’ including a show at 3Arena, Dublin on November 19th. A pre-sale for the 8-date run […]

Manchester's Dantevilles unveil new single, 'Blackjack' - Listen Now!
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece – Dantevilles discuss their latest self titled EP

May 28, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece Dantevilles released their debut self-titled EP on 11th May through Heist or Hit. The EP was produced by Joe Cross (Hurts, Courteeners). Dantevilles are a new breed of Manchester band; a fourpiece brimming […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Snow Patrol - Wildness
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Snow Patrol – Wildness

May 28, 2018 Lori Gava

The Northern Irish, Alternative band Snow Patrol has been off the popular musical radar since their 2011 release “Fallen Empires”. After seven years in hiatus, there were those who assumed that Snow Patrol had gone […]

SNOW PATROL Return with new album, 'WILDNESS' May 25th 1
Gigs

SNOW PATROL confirms North American tour with ED SHEERAN

May 25, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Snow Patrol reveals that they will support Ed Sheeran on 24 North American stadium dates, which will kick off at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl on Saturday, August 18th. The tour will stop in cities including […]

ALBUM REVIEW: MGMT - Little Dark Age
Gigs

MGMT Announce UK and European winter tour

May 25, 2018 XS Noize

MGMT have today announced they will embark on an extensive UK and Europe headline tour that includes shows at London’s Eventim Apollo and Manchester’s Albert Hall. Following their spring 2018 tour that saw their first […]

ALBUM REVIEW: CHVRCHES – Love is Dead
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: CHVRCHES – Love is Dead

May 25, 2018 Amanda Stock

Glaswegian synth-pop trio Chvrches (who are Lauren Mayberry, Iain Cook and Martin Doherty) release their highly-anticipated third album, “Love Is Dead” today through Glassnote records. Music fans have already heard quite a bit of the […]

LUCY ROSE will release a brand new remix album, ‘Something’s Changing (Remixes)’ on July 6th
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LUCY ROSE will release a brand new remix album, ‘Something’s Changing (Remixes)’ on July 6th

May 25, 2018 XS Noize

Lucy Rose will release a brand new remix album, ‘Something’s Changing (Remixes)’ on July 6th via Communion Records. The album is a collection of reworked songs from Lucy’s latest album, ‘Something’s Changing’, which was released […]

UB40 Announce First New Album In Five Years and 40th Anniversary Tour 1
Gigs

UB40 Announce First New Album In Five Years and 40th Anniversary Tour

May 25, 2018 XS Noize

As part of their 40th-anniversary celebrations, Britain’s world-famous reggae band UB40 will release their first new studio album in five years in September 2018, before embarking on a nationwide 40-date UK tour in 2019. Titled […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: LUI HILL - ‘Words Become Useless’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: LUI HILL – ‘Words Become Useless’ – Watch Now

May 25, 2018 XS Noize

‘Words Become Useless’ marks the third single from LUI HILL, the neo-soul artist due to release his debut album end of summer 2018. XS Noize can exclusively reveal the video premiere today. With piano, bass […]

TRACK PREMIERE: SANDS - 'Sweet Temptation' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: SANDS – ‘Sweet Temptation’ – Listen Now

May 24, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on his new EP ‘Waves Calling’, multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter/producer SANDS is pleased to announce details of a brand new track ‘Sweet Temptation’ exclusively premiering on XS Noize today. ‘Sweet […]

HER'S share details of their debut album and stream a second cut "Low Beam" 1
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HER’S share details of their debut album and stream a second cut “Low Beam”

May 24, 2018 XS Noize

Following on from last year’s 9 track compilation ‘Songs Of Her’s’, the Liverpool duo’s upcoming debut LP ‘Invitation to Her’s’ released August 24th on Heist or Hit will be their most significant step yet. Today […]

LYKKE LI releases music video for "Hard Rain" from forthcoming album 'So Sad So Sexy' out June 8th
New Music

LYKKE LI releases music video for “Hard Rain” from forthcoming album ‘So Sad So Sexy’ out June 8th

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Los Angeles based, Swedish vocalist, producer, and songwriter Lykke Li released a seductive video over this past weekend via her story on Instagram for her single “deep end” shot entirely on an iPhone. Today, she […]

HERE LIES MAN to release new album 'You Will Know Nothing' June 15th, via RidingEasy Records
News

HERE LIES MAN to release new album ‘You Will Know Nothing’ June 15th, via RidingEasy Records

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Here Lies Man took the music world by storm in 2017 with their self-titled debut positing the intriguing hypothesis: What if Black Sabbath played Afrobeat? Rough Trade named Here Lies Man in their prestigious Top […]

ATLANTIC SESSIONS announces its 10th Anniversary celebrations!
Gigs

ATLANTIC SESSIONS announces its 10th Anniversary celebrations!

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Following the sell-out success of Atlantic Sessions, last year and its 2017 NI Tourism Award for most Innovative Event, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will be bringing Atlantic Sessions back to the Causeway Coast […]

BILL NICKSON unveils new single 'WHAT TO SAY' - Listen Now
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BILL NICKSON unveils new single ‘WHAT TO SAY’ – Listen Now

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Bill Nickson is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter from Wirral, UK. His musical output consists of home-recorded DIY bedroom pop which he began releasing independently in 2014, only recently bringing this music into a live setting with […]

YXNG BANE announces headline Belfast show @ Elmwood Hall Saturday November 3rd 2018
Gigs

YXNG BANE announces headline Belfast show @ Elmwood Hall Saturday November 3rd 2018

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

UK rapper Yxng Bane is pleased to announce a headline show in Belfast’s Elmwood Hall on Saturday, November 03rd 2018. Yxng Bane first appeared online when he dropped “Lone Wolf” on Soundcloud at the age […]

ENTER SHIKARI share ‘UNDERCOVER AGENTS’ video ahead of headline festival dates
Gigs

ENTER SHIKARI share ‘UNDERCOVER AGENTS’ video ahead of headline festival dates

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Huge UK alt-rock band Enter Shikari have shared a video for ‘Undercover Agents’, taken from their critically acclaimed Top 5 album ‘The Spark’. Following their biggest Arena tour to date, the quartet will play the […]

MS LAURYN HILL announces Dublin show with The Miseducation of LAURYN HILL 20th anniversary tour 1
Gigs

MS LAURYN HILL announces Dublin show with The Miseducation of LAURYN HILL 20th anniversary tour

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Ms Lauryn Hill today announces a 3Arena date, Friday 30th November, to her newly announced World Tour, celebrating twenty years of her anthemic debut solo album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Tickets and VIP experiences […]

KURT VILE announces first UK and European tour dates with THE VIOLATORS in nearly two years
Gigs

KURT VILE & THE VIOLATORS announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 1 Thursday 15th November

May 23, 2018 XS Noize

Kurt Vile, one of rock’s most captivating frontmen, guitarists, and songwriters, has announced a Belfast headline show with The Violators (Rob Laakso, Kyle Spence, and Jesse Trbovich) at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 15th November […]

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