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          The Proclaimers Share New Single ‘You May Offend’ From Forthcoming Album

          June 26, 2026

          The Proclaimers have shared “You May Offend,” the title track from their forthcoming new album, out September 11 via Cooking Vinyl. The album is Craig and Charlie Reid’s first since 2022’s Dentures Out and marks […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian Share New Single ‘SUPERPOWERS’ From Forthcoming Album ‘Act III’

          June 26, 2026

          Kasabian have shared their new single “SUPERPOWERS,” the third track to be taken from their forthcoming ninth studio album, Act III, out September 4. The new single follows the announcement of Act III and the […]

          Enter Shikari
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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 […]

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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
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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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
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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
          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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • December 10
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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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        • Chimers
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          INTERVIEW: Chimers’ Padraic Skehan on Lockdown Origins, Wollongong & Playing Loud

          June 26, 2026

          Based in the vibrant coastal hub of Wollongong, Australia, Chimers have rapidly evolved from a lockdown project into one of the most vital post-punk forces in the Southern Hemisphere. Formed in 2020 by life partners […]

          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 […]

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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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BOOK REVIEW: Bob Marley in Comics by Sophie Blitman and Gaet's
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BOOK REVIEW: Bob Marley in Comics by Sophie Blitman and Gaet’s

May 11, 2020 Michael Barron

The word “Reggae” has different connotations for various people, but for Bob Marley, the word didn’t even have African or Caribbean connotations, let alone Jamaican; Marley traced this word to Spain which means “King’s music”. […]

VIDEO INTERVIEW: Alan McGee on Lockdown, Creation Stories and Oasis
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: Alan McGee on Lockdown, Creation Stories and Oasis

May 11, 2020 XS Noize

ALAN McGEE is the outspoken, maverick genius behind the mighty Creation Records and has worked with some of the most significant bands of the last 30 years including Oasis, Primal Scream, My Bloody Valentine, the […]

THE STREETS release new track 'Where The F*&k Did April Go' - Listen Now
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THE STREETS release new track ‘Where The F*&k Did April Go’ – Listen Now

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Mike Skinner has today released the B-Side to his recent The Streets single ‘Call My Phone Thinking I’m Doing Nothing Better ft. Tame Impala’. ‘Where The F*&k Did April Go’ is a bonus release that […]

CUT COPY return with first single & video in three years; 'Love Is All We Share' - Watch Now
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CUT COPY return with first single & video in three years; ‘Love Is All We Share’ – Watch Now

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Melbourne electronic music royalty, Cut Copy return today with their ambient new single and video, “ Love Is All We Share .” The first track in almost three years breathes a universal truth, released to […]

JOOLS HOLLAND with his RHYTHM AND BLUES ORCHESTRA to play Belfast Waterfront Hall on Thursday 22nd October 2020
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JOOLS HOLLAND confirms Eddi Reader & Chris Difford with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Waterfront Hall 22nd October and 3Arena 23rd October 2020

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Jools Holland has confirmed Eddi Reader and Squeeze vocalist Chris Difford as special guests along with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Waterfront Hall 22nd October and 3Arena 23rd October 2020. The multi-award-winning Eddi […]

Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight 1
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Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Mencap Northern Ireland Ambassador Cormac Neeson is teaming up with musicians from across Northern Ireland to raise money for charity with a special online gig. With venues shutting their doors due to COVID-19 and charities […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Gold Star Gold Star - If You Only Knew
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TRACK PREMIERE: Gold Star Gold Star – If You Only Knew

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

On Introducing… Gold Star Gold Star, Adam Miller and Adam Obermeier’s take on classic radio pop shines in its studied precision, knowing subversive choices, and undeniable warmth. For their debut, the Chicago duo uses the […]

WEEZER to appear on The Simpsons this Sunday
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WEEZER to appear on The Simpsons this Sunday

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of an epic new song called “Hero” a couple of days ago, Weezer will be the special guests on The Simpsons this Sunday, May 10th, at 9 pm EST / 8 pm […]

Will Summer 2020 Be the Year of the Live Stream Festival? 2
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Will Summer 2020 Be the Year of the Live Stream Festival?

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

With major music festivals such as Coachella, Glastonbury, and Ultra all being cancelled this year, festival circuit veterans have been left wondering how they will get their fix in the summer of 2020. However, all […]

TIËSTO to drop new album THE LONDON SESSIONS on May 15th 2
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TIËSTO to drop new album THE LONDON SESSIONS on May 15th

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Tiësto announced that his new album, The London Sessions, a unique collection of house tracks inspired by and recorded in London, is coming May 15th! Always evolving his style and exploring new sounds, Tiësto worked […]

SEASICK STEVE announces that his new album 'Love & Peace' will be released on 24th July
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SEASICK STEVE announces that his new album ‘Love & Peace’ will be released on 24th July

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

There’s no keeping a good man down. Despite being limited by lockdown, SEASICK STEVE has continued to build anticipation for the 24 July release of his new album LOVE & PEACE in his time-honoured way […]

GOO GOO DOLLS debut comic-book inspired lyric video for 'Fearless' - Watch Now
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GOO GOO DOLLS debut comic-book inspired lyric video for ‘Fearless’ – Watch Now

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have debuted a brand new lyric video for their single “Fearless,” one of the standout songs from the band’s 12th studio album Miracle Pill. Directed and produced […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Future Fires - Halfway Down
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TRACK PREMIERE: Future Fires – Halfway Down

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Having honed their craft for a decade, Birmingham’s Future Fires is the self-styled sound of the apocalypse – urgent, addictive and darkly brooding, they combine the best of modern British indie-rock to soundtrack a planet […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sparks - A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sparks – A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip

May 7, 2020 Michael Barron

With a career spanning over five decades and with Ron and Russell both being brothers, their ability to still be amicable to each other (let alone collaborate and make music together whilst trying to “Lighten […]

TOM GRENNAN releases new 'Oh Please' music video shot under lockdown
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TOM GRENNAN releases new ‘Oh Please’ music video shot under lockdown

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Tom Grennan has released the official music video for new single ‘Oh Please’. With original video shoot plans derailed due to social distancing measures, Tom stepped up to film the visual at his East-London home […]

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases brand new track ‘Love Galaxy feat. Jay Electronica & Lil Silva’ - Listen Now
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Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH releases brand new track ‘Love Galaxy feat. Jay Electronica & Lil Silva’ – Listen Now

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Acclaimed producer and songwriter PAUL EPWORTH today releases the brand new track ‘Love Galaxy feat. Jay Electronica & Lil Silva’, taken from his upcoming debut solo album ‘VOYAGER’ due late summer via Columbia Records. ‘Love […]

PAUL WELLER releases new song from upcoming 'ON SUNSET' Album - Listen to 'VILLAGE' Now!
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PAUL WELLER releases new song from upcoming ‘ON SUNSET’ Album – Listen to ‘VILLAGE’ Now!

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Paul Weller releases his gorgeous new song “Village” on May 7th. “Village” is the second new track to be debuted from his hotly anticipated new album On Sunset, which released on June 19th (Polydor Records). […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces a second Waterfront Hall show on Sunday 21st March 2021
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces a second Waterfront Hall show on Sunday 21st March 2021

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Following selling out his March 19th Waterfront Hall show, Ryan McMullan announces a second show on Sunday 21st March 2021 due to phenomenal demand. The Ruthless Cupid EP is an all-out attack on the most […]

WEEZER release new song from upcoming 'Van Weezer' Album - Listen to 'Hero' Now!
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WEEZER release new song from upcoming ‘Van Weezer’ Album – Listen to ‘Hero’ Now!

May 6, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Weezer are thrilled to release a new song called “Hero, ” their first new material since last year’s Top Five Alternative radio hit “End Of The Game.” “Hero” is a new song off the […]

THE ACES announce sophomore album 'Under My Influence' - out 12th June
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THE ACES announce sophomore album ‘Under My Influence’ – out 12th June

May 6, 2020 XS Noize

Today The Aces announce their highly anticipated sophomore album, Under My Influence, out 12th June 2020 via Red Bull Records. The band have been teasing their forthcoming project by releasing new music since March when […]

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