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          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
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          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
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          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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

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          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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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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 […]

          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 […]

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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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
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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

          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 […]

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          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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          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

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          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

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          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

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VAN MORRISON to release fourth new album in a little over twelve months - 'THE PROPHET SPEAKS' is out on 7th December 2018 2
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VAN MORRISON to release fourth new album in a little over twelve months – ‘THE PROPHET SPEAKS’ is out on 7th December 2018

October 2, 2018 XS Noize

Van Morrison has announced details of a new album, The Prophet Speaks. The Prophet Speaks is Van Morrison’s 40th studio album and will be released on 7th December on Caroline International. This fourteen track album follows a recent run of hugely […]

OASIS unveil eye catching lyric video for 'She's Electric' - Watch Now
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OASIS unveil eye catching lyric video for ‘She’s Electric’ – Watch Now

October 2, 2018 XS Noize

To mark the 23rd anniversary of the release of Oasis’s iconic second album ‘(What’s The Story) Morning Glory’, today 2nd October 2018 sees the reveal of an eye-catching lyric video for ‘She’s Electric’. The original […]

TRACK PREMIERE: MOLE - 'My Suicide' - Listen Now
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INTERVIEW: singer-songwriter MOLE discusses his debut album ‘Danger Island’

October 1, 2018 XS Noize

Danger Island is the debut solo album from singer-songwriter MOLE. An expansive double album of 21 tracks, it has been more than five years in the making. The album includes a stack of new songs, as […]

The Best Of September 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
Round Up

The Best Of September 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

October 1, 2018 Ben P Scott

Welcome to the September 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 […]

THE SKINNER BROTHERS share new single 'Nothing But An Actor' + announce headline tour
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THE SKINNER BROTHERS share new single ‘Nothing But An Actor’ + announce headline tour

October 1, 2018 XS Noize

Having recently announced the release of their brand-new single ‘Nothing But An Actor’ – out on October 12th via a newly inked record deal with AWAL (Kobalt), The Skinner Brothers are pleased to announce their first headline tour, in […]

SPIRITUALIZED 'Fucked Up Inside' LP gets Black Vinyl Edition via Glass Redux Records
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SPIRITUALIZED ‘Fucked Up Inside’ LP gets Black Vinyl Edition via Glass Redux Records

October 1, 2018 XS Noize

London-based Glass Redux Records, the sister label of Glass Modern Records, has announced a new black vinyl edition of ‘Fucked Up Inside’ by British space rock legends Spiritualized. Originally released in 1993, this was their first official live release. This […]

Global sensation ANNE-MARIE has announced a BELFAST show @ the Waterfront, Friday 31 May.
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Global sensation ANNE-MARIE has announced a BELFAST show @ the Waterfront, Friday 31 May.

October 1, 2018 XS Noize

2018’s biggest-selling UK debut act of the year, Anne-Marie, has today announced a nationwide UK and Ireland tour for May/June 2019. Kicking-off in Bournemouth on 21st May, the tour will take in Southend-on-Sea, Cardiff, Leicester, Leeds, […]

EAGLES 2019 World Tour Coming to Dublin's 3Arena on Saturday 6th July
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EAGLES 2019 World Tour Coming to Dublin’s 3Arena on Saturday 6th July

September 28, 2018 XS Noize

The Eagles – Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit, with Vince Gill and Deacon Frey – are bringing their critically acclaimed tour to Europe in 2019 and will perform classics spanning their career, including “Hotel California,” “One […]

THE JAPANESE HOUSE returns with brand new single ‘Lilo’ - Listen Now
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THE JAPANESE HOUSE returns with brand new single ‘Lilo’ – Listen Now

September 28, 2018 XS Noize

The Japanese House today makes her much-anticipated return with brand new single ‘Lilo’, out now via Dirty Hit. Describing the creation of the serene synth-pop track, The Japanese House explains it was inspired by one […]

LIVE REVIEW: Simple Minds - Walk Between Worlds Tour, Sands Bethlehem Event Center
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LIVE REVIEW: Simple Minds – Walk Between Worlds Tour, Sands Bethlehem Event Center

September 28, 2018 Lori Gava

On September 24th legendary New Wave artisans Simple Minds kicked off the North American leg of their Walk Between Worlds tour at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center in Bethlehem, PA. The US tour is proof […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CHILDCARE - ‘Man Down’ - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CHILDCARE – ‘Man Down’ – Listen Now

September 28, 2018 XS Noize

‘Man Down’ is the first single to be released from CHILDCARE’s upcoming debut album, due February 2019. A seductive, slow-paced yet jocular take on the constraints of the male stereotype, ‘Man Down’ sees unadorned vocals sit atop of the band’s […]

THE PRODIGY premiere new single 'LIGHT UP THE SKY' - Watch Video
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THE PRODIGY premiere new single ‘LIGHT UP THE SKY’ – Watch Video

September 27, 2018 XS Noize

‘Light Up The Sky’ is the explosive new single from The Prodigy, the second track to be lifted from the band’s much-anticipated seventh studio album, ‘No Tourists’ (out November 2nd). The band has also confirmed […]

SUPER FURRY ANIMALS at the BBC to be released as deluxe vinyl box set 1
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SUPER FURRY ANIMALS at the BBC to be released as deluxe vinyl box set

September 27, 2018 XS Noize

Remastered BBC session recordings of the legendary Super Furry Animals, covering their emergence in 1996 to the period of major label excess of the early noughties, are being released by the band in remastered form across a deluxe […]

MUSE release their new single 'Pressure' - Watch Video
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MUSE release their new single ‘Pressure’ – Watch Video

September 27, 2018 XS Noize

Muse have today released their new single Pressure, the latest track from their upcoming album Simulation Theory. The brand new album is due for release on November 9. Continuing their collaboration with director Lance Drake, this video also […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: AV Super Sunshine - 'Timebomb' - Listen Now 1
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: AV Super Sunshine – ‘Timebomb’ – Listen Now

September 27, 2018 XS Noize

AV Super Sunshine has been building a buzz and expanding fan base through club play, radio play, social media and music video programming. With the grassroots support of 250K+ fans across demographic and geographic boundaries, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Birdpen -There’s Something Wrong With Everything
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Birdpen -There’s Something Wrong With Everything

September 27, 2018 Lori Gava

This autumn seasoned, Alt Rock, Prog Electronic rockers Birdpen are releasing their fifth studio album “There’s Something Wrong with Everything”. The album is the follow up to 2016’s “O Mighty Vision”. The new release is […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Suede - The Blue Hour
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ALBUM REVIEW: Suede – The Blue Hour

September 27, 2018 Ben P Scott

Like many of the other legendary indie bands who graced the 90s, Suede are right back on their very best form, making music that sounds and FEELS essential. Many would argue that Brett Anderson and […]

SUPERORGANISM announce UK & Irish headline tour for October 2018
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SUPERORGANISM announce UK & Irish headline tour for October 2018

September 27, 2018 XS Noize

Barely eighteen months into their bright burning existence, Superorganism have successfully negotiated a steep trajectory from brand new internet buzz band to much-loved, real-world breakout stars, with a global fanbase and acclaimed debut album to […]

BOOK REVIEW: MONK! Thelonious, Pannonica, and the Friendship Behind a Musical Revolution by Youssef Daoudi 1
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: MONK! Thelonious, Pannonica, and the Friendship Behind a Musical Revolution by Youssef Daoudi

September 26, 2018 Michael Barron

What makes the late jazz pianist Thelonious Sphere Monk special and unique is that to find out more about him, we need to delve into the lives of other people and learn about them in […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Alt-J - Reduxer
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Alt-J – Reduxer

September 26, 2018 Daniel Lynch

For Alt-J fans whose musical tastes don’t overlap into R&B and rap, Reduxer might be a tough listen. Reduxer is a reimagined and extended version of the trio’s 2017 release, Relaxer. The new album takes an […]

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