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        • Picture This
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          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
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          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

          Fugees
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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

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Month: December 2020

PREMIERE: Perfect Blue Sky - 'Stymie / Honest Man'
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PREMIERE: Perfect Blue Sky – ‘Stymie / Honest Man’

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Darkness meets light, Perfect Blue Sky are a song crafting duo featuring Swedish black metal guitarist Pna Andersson & Australian alt-rock vocalist Jane Kitto. Combining their influences, their sound is a hybrid of 70’s psych-rock […]

SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR shares 'My Favourite Things (Christmas Kitchen Disco Version)' & announces Christmas Kitchen Disco
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SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR shares ‘My Favourite Things (Christmas Kitchen Disco Version)’ & announces Christmas Kitchen Disco

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of her new album Songs from the Kitchen Disco: Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s Greatest Hits, Sophie has shared a new version of one of the covers featured on the album with My Favourite Things […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Bad Love - Cashmere Tears
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Bad Love – Cashmere Tears

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester-based three-piece and ’Sad-Boy Pop’ band, Bad Love, return with the video for their latest single, Cashmere Tears which XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere today! Bad Love have cultivated a sophisticated alt-pop sound. […]

EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM share video for new single 'It's Alright to Show Yourself' - Watch Now!
New Music

EMPEROR OF ICE CREAM share video for new single ‘It’s Alright to Show Yourself’ – Watch Now!

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

‘It’s Alright to Show Yourself’ is the fourth single since Emperor of Ice Cream announced their return from a twenty-five-year hiatus in May with their previous singles all topping digital charts in Ireland. Their long-awaited […]

AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single 'Fire' - Watch Now! 2
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AMY MACDONALD shares video for new single ‘Fire’ – Watch Now!

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Having just hit the Top 10 with her critically acclaimed fifth album ‘The Human Demands’, Amy Macdonald now shares the new single ‘Fire’.  ‘Fire’ opens the album and quickly takes flight. From its calm, mood-setting […]

MYSTERY JETS release 'Home Protests' LP & announce socially distanced gigs for 19th December
Gigs

MYSTERY JETS release ‘Home Protests’ LP & announce socially distanced gigs for 19th December

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today Mystery Jets release ‘Home Protests’, an album of covers that was written and recorded over the course of 2020. A limited-edition version of the album will also be available on vinyl, exclusively with Flying […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Creature Fear - Big Summer Eyes
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TRACK PREMIERE: Creature Fear – Big Summer Eyes

December 4, 2020 XS Noize

Melbourne band Creature Fear return with the latest single off their forthcoming debut EP, ‘Big Summer Eyes’ via Daily Nightly Records. Well known in the live circuit for their ability to put on a mental […]

DEFTONES release 'Teenager' (Robert Smith Remix) - Listen Now! 1
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DEFTONES release ‘Teenager’ (Robert Smith Remix) – Listen Now!

December 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Deftones release “Teenager” (Robert Smith Remix). It’s the third single and final instant grat to be shared from Black Stallion—the companion disc of remixes and reimaginations to the landmark White Pony. Marking the 20th […]

SHAME share new single ‘Snow Day’ from upcoming new album 'Drunk Tank Pink'
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SHAME share new single ‘Snow Day’ from upcoming new album ‘Drunk Tank Pink’

December 3, 2020 XS Noize

shame share ‘Snow Day’, the latest track to be taken from their long-anticipated new album Drunk Tank Pink – out 15th January 2021 via Dead Oceans. ‘Snow Day’ follows previously released singles ‘Alphabet’ and ‘Water […]

GRETTA RAY shares video for intoxicating new single 'Passion' - Watch Now! 2
New Music

GRETTA RAY shares video for intoxicating new single ‘Passion’ – Watch Now!

December 3, 2020 XS Noize

Desire. Danger. Elegance. Glamour. Passion is a disarming twist in the rapidly evolving story of artist Gretta Ray: the first rhythmically propulsive, sensually loaded taste of a new chapter for the Australian songstress. “This is […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sigur Rós - Odin’s Raven Magic
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ALBUM REVIEW: Sigur Rós – Odin’s Raven Magic

December 3, 2020 Jacob Thompson

Releasing December 4th on Krunk via Warner Classics comes Sigur Rós’ Odin’s Raven Magic, an orchestral rendition of the medieval Icelandic poem Hrafnagaldur Óðins. First commissioned in 2002 and performed in conjunction with Paris’ La […]

THE ANCHORESS shares video for 'Unravel' from upcoming album ‘The Art Of Losing’ 1
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THE ANCHORESS shares video for ‘Unravel’ from upcoming album ‘The Art Of Losing’

December 3, 2020 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of her second album, The Anchoress is releasing a track a month and revealing more details of ‘The Art Of Losing’ due for release on 5th March 2021. ‘Unravel’ is the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: James Burt - Dance In The Rain
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: James Burt – Dance In The Rain

December 3, 2020 XS Noize

James Burt has been writing songs all his life. This winter marks a steady ascent from passionate fan to musician and songwriter to music college student to reaching the precipice of a huge career in […]

THE CHAP launch a special new hour long film this week
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THE CHAP launch a special new hour long film this week

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

At the end of an awful year, The Chap have made a very good film. A unique, exhilarating and multi-layered take on that questionable cultural legacy of 2020: the self-isolation concert video – ‘The Chap […]

ANOTHER SKY announce 'Music For Winter Vol. 1' EP - Out 1st Jan 2021
New Music

ANOTHER SKY announce ‘Music For Winter Vol. 1’ EP – Out 1st Jan 2021

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

On the first day of 2021, Another Sky will release their latest body of work, an EP entitled, “Music For Winter Vol. I”. Consisting of singles “It Keeps Coming” and “Sun Seeker”, the EP follows […]

HOT CHIP release 'Straight To The Morning (Dillon Francis vs Hot Chip Remix)' - Feat. Jarvis Cocker
Gigs

HOT CHIP release ‘Straight To The Morning (Dillon Francis vs Hot Chip Remix)’ – Feat. Jarvis Cocker

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

Today Hot Chip are sharing a Dillon Francis remix of recent single “Straight To The Morning” featuring Jarvis Cocker. A longtime fan of the band, Francis is an American DJ who’s risen to fame alongside […]

PJ HARVEY documentary 'PJ Harvey - A Dog Called Money' to premiere on December 7th 1
New Music

PJ HARVEY documentary ‘PJ Harvey – A Dog Called Money’ to premiere on December 7th

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

On December 7th, preeminent global theatrical distributor Abramorama will host the North American streaming premiere of the documentary film, PJ Harvey – A Dog Called Money on Maestro, a music-centric interactive live video streaming platform. […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS share live video for 'Arabella' from new album ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ 1
New Music

ARCTIC MONKEYS share live video for ‘Arabella’ from new album ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

In advance of the release of ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ on Friday the 4th of December 2020, the band have launched the new video for AM’s ‘Arabella’. Directed by Ben […]

CHSq Presents: SCOOTER ‘God Save The Rave’ Tour Live at Custom House Square, Belfast - Saturday 28th August 2021 1
Gigs

CHSq Presents: SCOOTER ‘God Save The Rave’ Tour Live at Custom House Square, Belfast – Saturday 28th August 2021

December 2, 2020 XS Noize

German rave legends Scooter return to Belfast with their biggest Irish headline show to date at Custom House Square on Saturday 28th August 2021. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the Gods […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Teddi Gold – Thought Bubbles
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TRACK PREMIERE: Teddi Gold – Thought Bubbles

December 2, 2020 Randall Radic

Los Angeles-based pop singer-songwriter Teddi Gold introduces her new single, “Thought Bubbles,” on XS Noize. An appetizer from her forthcoming sophomore EP, appropriately entitled Vol. 2. Teddi’s debut EP, Vol. 1, dropped last August and […]

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