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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
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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 […]

          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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          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          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 […]

          Dea Matrona
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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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Year: 2018

THE CORONAS announce a return to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall this December
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THE CORONAS announce a return to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall this December

September 10, 2018 XS Noize

The last two years have been incredible for The Coronas. Their most recent album ‘Trust The Wire’ went to No. 1, they sold out many Irish shows including their biggest ever headline show in Royal Hospital […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Brazen - 'Alive' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Brazen – ‘Alive’ – Watch Now

September 9, 2018 XS Noize

Leeds/Birmingham-based rockers The Brazen return to release their Barnstorming new single “Alive” The single showcases entwined guitar riffs and huge anthemic drums and is complemented by a sensational animated video by Hot Frog. This is the […]

BOOK REVIEW: We’re Going to Be Friends by Jack White
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: We’re Going to Be Friends by Jack White

September 9, 2018 Michael Barron

If there was ever going to be a The White Stripes songs adapted into an animated book, one would have expected it to have been “Seven Nation Army”. The case is resolute. “Seven Nation Army” […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Fatherson - 'Sum of All Your Parts'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Fatherson – ‘Sum of All Your Parts’

September 9, 2018 Lori Gava

One of Scotland’s many excellent qualities is its seemingly effortless ability to produce majestic, brooding musical artists. The band Fatherson exemplifies the quality and brilliance which best describes this latest generation of bands that call […]

WIN: Tickets to see EUROPE @ ULSTER HALL, Belfast on 11th September
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WIN: Tickets to see EUROPE @ ULSTER HALL, Belfast on 11th September

September 8, 2018 XS Noize

Europe has announced a BELFAST date at the ULSTER HALL on 11th September with Special guests King King as part of their walk the earth world tour. The show will feature songs from the new album […]

FEATURE: Rock en Seine Day 3 – It’s a Wrap 12
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FEATURE: Rock en Seine Day 3 – It’s a Wrap

September 8, 2018 Julie Blore-Bizot

Rock en Seine Day 3 – It’s a Wrap After three days and 90,000 attendees, Rock en Seine came to a satisfying close on a not-so-lazy Sunday in Paris.  Our final day focus will be […]

LIVE REVIEW: Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds / Paul Weller @ the Bristol Downs Festival
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LIVE REVIEW: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds / Paul Weller @ the Bristol Downs Festival

September 8, 2018 Ben P Scott

This is a very special day for the city of Bristol, yet it turns out to be far more than that. Despite the South West being the location for Glastonbury, other events in the region […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Excision - 'Apex'
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ALBUM REVIEW: Excision – ‘Apex’

September 7, 2018 Gemma Harewood

It’s been in the works for a considerable amount of time but the new Excision album has at last arrived. Coming in at 14 tracks is the “Apex” LP, which happens to be the fourth […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Simon Lynge Returns with New Single 'Age Of Distraction' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Simon Lynge Returns with New Single ‘Age Of Distraction’ – Listen Now

September 7, 2018 XS Noize

Acclaimed Greenlandic/Scandinavian singer-songwriter Simon Lynge returns today with Age of Distraction, the first single from his brand new album via Integrity Records/Songcrafter Music. His fourth LP Deep Snow will be released on 23rd November and […]

SAARLOOS announce headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday November 29th
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SAARLOOS announce headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday November 29th

September 7, 2018 XS Noize

Irish band Saarloos are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Thursday, November 29th 2018. The critically acclaimed band has already racked up a massive 4 million plays on Spotify […]

METALLICA announce 'And Justice For All' 30th anniversary reissue 1
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METALLICA announce ‘And Justice For All’ 30th anniversary reissue

September 6, 2018 XS Noize

Metallica commemorates the 30th anniversary of the release of their breakthrough fourth album …And Justice For All with the announcement of its definitive reissue to be released on November 2nd via the band’s own Blackened […]

Legendary Opening Night for GOOD VIBRATIONS at the Lyric! 1
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Legendary Opening Night for GOOD VIBRATIONS at the Lyric!

September 6, 2018 XS Noize

Good Vibrations, written by Glenn Patterson and Colin Carberry and directed by Des Kennedy, opened at Belfast’s Lyric Theatre last night. The packed event was attended by actors, writers, poets, musicians and filmmakers from across […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Curse Of Lono - ‘Way To Mars’ - Watch Now 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Curse Of Lono – ‘Way To Mars’ – Watch Now

September 6, 2018 XS Noize

Today XS Noize are pleased to premiere The video for ‘Way To Mars’ by Curse of Lono from their second album ‘As I Fell’. ‘Way To Mars’ was shot by Gregg Houston (Van Morrison, Noel […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Future Generations - 'Out Loud' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Future Generations – ‘Out Loud’ – Listen Now

September 5, 2018 XS Noize

NYC’s Future Generations today share new single “Out Loud.” The track is off their upcoming album Landscape (Frenchkiss Records) set to be released on September 14. Produced by Justin Gerrish (Vampire Weekend, Hamilton Leithauser), Landscape […]

THE LEMON TWIGS announce UK & France tour; watch live TV performance of 'Small Victories' & 'The Fire'
Gigs

THE LEMON TWIGS announce UK & France tour; watch live TV performance of ‘Small Victories’ & ‘The Fire’

September 5, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of their tour with the Arctic Monkeys,  The Lemon Twigs’  have announced details of headline dates for 2019 in support of their ambitious second album Go To School (out now). The prodigiously talented brothers from Long Island will play ten shows […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE Announce UK Christmas Shows with very special guests Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE add extra Christmas shows to December tour 2018

September 5, 2018 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand, Ocean Colour Scene adds extra Christmas shows to December tour 2018. Extra dates have now been added for Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle. The Birmingham band’s story is already the stuff of legend: a […]

NYC's DEEP SEA PEACH TREE Unveil New Album "Vaguely Navy" - Listen to Track
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NYC’s DEEP SEA PEACH TREE Unveil New Album “Vaguely Navy” – Listen to Track

September 5, 2018 XS Noize

New York trio Deep Sea Peach Tree consists of Kristof Denis (guitar/vocals), Wiley Watson (bass) and Andrew Pesce (drums). Self categorized as sleepy Surf Rock, Deep Sea Peach Tree have a dreamy/ jazzy/ garage sound, drawing […]

Classic Album Revisited: Babybird - There's Something Going On
Classic Albums

Classic Album Revisited: Babybird – There’s Something Going On

September 5, 2018 Ben P Scott

Forget about ‘You’re Gorgeous’… Recorded two years after that big hit, this extraordinary, dark, and remarkable album was Babybird’s REAL main event. Released 20 years ago on 24 August 1998, ‘There’s Something Going On’ never became a massive seller […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD announce new album, IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME + share new single 'VIDEOGRAMS' 1
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THE TWILIGHT SAD announce new album, IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME + share new single ‘VIDEOGRAMS’

September 5, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Glasgow’s The Twilight Sad announce their return with the band’s fifth full-length – and their first for their new label Rock Action Records – IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME arriving on […]

IN FOCUS// The Kooks - Limelight I, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Kooks – Limelight I, Belfast

September 5, 2018 Clair McAllister

THE KOOKS played an amazing show at Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Monday night showcasing songs from their much-awaited fifth studio album, Let’s Go Sunshine which was released on Friday.  Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic […]

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