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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          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 […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

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          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 […]

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          ‘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
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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
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          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
          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
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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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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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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
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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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          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          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 […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          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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PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES share video for new single EIGHTEEN – Watch Now

August 22, 2018 XS Noize

Eighteen is the latest single to be taken from Pale Waves’ highly anticipated debut album. My Mind Makes Noises will be released 14 September 2018 through Dirty Hit and features the singles There’s A Honey, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian on FIRE in Belfast 3
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kasabian on FIRE in Belfast

August 22, 2018 Helen Russell

Kasabian came back to Belfast with a bang on Monday night at Customs House Square, after their last-minute cancellation the year before. With rain clouds looming we were all hoping it would not be a […]

THE ALARM announce new single, UK winter 2018 tour + special Cardiff show with Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir
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THE ALARM announce new single, UK winter 2018 tour + special Cardiff show with Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir

August 21, 2018 XS Noize

The Alarm, who are currently engaged on a marathon 44-date tour of North America, will return to the UK for a winter tour of select city venues, including an opening night at ULU in central […]

PRIMAL SCREAM to release newly-discovered album, 'GIVE OUT BUT DON'T GIVE UP: THE ORIGINAL MEMPHIS RECORDINGS' 1
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PRIMAL SCREAM to release newly-discovered album, ‘GIVE OUT BUT DON’T GIVE UP: THE ORIGINAL MEMPHIS RECORDINGS’

August 21, 2018 XS Noize

Following the recent discovery of these tracks in a box lurking in Andrew Innes’ basement, Primal Scream will release the original studio recordings from Memphis of the tracks that eventually became their 1994 album ‘Give […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Neil and Liam Finn - Lightsleeper
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Neil and Liam Finn – Lightsleeper

August 21, 2018 Lori Gava

I have come to believe that if you look up prolific in the dictionary you would find a picture of Neil Finn accompanying the definition. In the last few years, he has put out two […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan - Ben Khan
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ben Khan – Ben Khan

August 16, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The highly anticipated debut album from Ben Khan has arrived, and it’s everything we hoped it would be. His self-titled LP spans a total of 15 tracks and is laced with his signature style throughout. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Mr. Koifish - 'The End'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Mr. Koifish – ‘The End’

August 15, 2018 XS Noize

Mr. Koifish is Morten Køie’s new band. It’s all about kicking back and taking it easy – letting the stress flow off your back. You might remember Morten from Danish ‘Best Live Band’ Turboweekend, where […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates 1
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RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates

August 15, 2018 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft is set to return with the October 19threlease of his fifth solo studio album ‘Natural Rebel’. The album will be released on his own RPA label and will be his first released via […]

FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018
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FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018

August 14, 2018 XS Noize

US Celtic punk band Flogging Molly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Sunday 16th December 2018. Quintessential Irish-American folk punk band Flogging Molly – Dave King (lead vocals, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rising electronic star PRISMO Unveils new video ‘Solo’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Rising electronic star PRISMO Unveils new video ‘Solo’ – Watch Now

August 14, 2018 XS Noize

Having been ensconced in the studio working on his debut album due in 2019, emerging Texan electronic producer Prismo (Zach Burgett) is pleased to announce details of a brand new video ‘Solo’ due this summer […]

ROTTEN HILL GANG unveil lyric video for single ‘Let Me Breathe’ - Listen Now
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ROTTEN HILL GANG unveil lyric video for single ‘Let Me Breathe’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

‘Let Me Breathe’, taken from the brand new Rotten Hill Gang album, ‘Teach Peace’. The gang recently launched the brilliant new record with an exclusive in-store performance for Rough Trade, and have since been aired […]

THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018
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THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Thom Yorke has confirmed a series of live electronic performances in the U.S. during which he, Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri will perform songs spanning his solo works The Eraser and Tomorrow’s Modern […]

Ten Fé make triumphant return with new single 'Not Tonight' - Listen Now
The Listening Post

Ten Fé make triumphant return with new single ‘Not Tonight’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Today Ten Fé return with new single ‘Not Tonight’. Expansive and cinematic, the narrative of a suffocating relationship is knowingly delivered through the band’s uplifting pop songcraft. Willingly at odds with anything else on the […]

HOZIER announces three intimate rehearsal shows in Dublin this September
Gigs

HOZIER announces three intimate rehearsal shows in Dublin this September

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Hozier has today announced he will play a special run of intimate live rehearsal shows at The Academy, Dublin this September. Tickets costing €30, limited to 2 per person, will be available from 9 am Friday 17th […]

THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases
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THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Levellers have announced the release of a series of limited edition coloured vinyl albums, including the never before released headline set at Glastonbury 1994. The announcement comes ahead of […]

REVIEW: MICHAEL JACKSON: On the Wall exhibition, National Portrait Gallery, London 1
Live Reviews

REVIEW: MICHAEL JACKSON: On the Wall exhibition, National Portrait Gallery, London

August 13, 2018 Michael Barron

This year would have marked Michael Jackson’s sixtieth birthday, so the time feels right to commemorate the King of Pop. To say he was iconic wouldn’t do him justice. With the many creative accomplishments Jackson […]

STARSAILOR announce concerts to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy
Gigs

STARSAILOR announce concerts to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy, Starsailor has announced three very special UK shows this November. The shows will see the band perform their lauded second album in full, […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MEMBA - 'Flash'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MEMBA – ‘Flash’

August 10, 2018 Gemma Harewood

If you’ve been keeping up with New York’s bustling electronic scene, chances are you’ve probably heard of trap duo MEMBA, and their global-infused, percussion-driven sound. Following the release of EP “SAGA-I,” they’ve teamed up with […]

U2 Release 'Summer of Love' (Remixes EP)
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U2 Release ‘Summer of Love’ (Remixes EP)

August 10, 2018 XS Noize

Summer of Love (Remixes EP) is the follow up to U2’s #1 Billboard Dance Club Chart remixes of “Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way” and features four new versions of ‘Summer of Love’, […]

BIRDPEN Unveil new video 'Oh So Happy' from the forthcoming album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' 1
Gigs

BIRDPEN Unveil new video ‘Oh So Happy’ from the forthcoming album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’

August 10, 2018 XS Noize

BirdPen is an alternative rock/electronic/prog act formed by Dave Pen (also the singer and guitarist in Archive) and Mike Bird. Their fifth studio album, ’There’s Something Wrong With Everything’, will be released in mid-October. New […]

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