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        • The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

          The Coral
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          The Coral Surprise-Release Thirteenth Album ‘388’ and Share Video for “Let The Music Play”

          May 21, 2026

          Two weeks after being released under the cover of a physical format only distribution, quietly stocked on independent record shop shelves, The Coral officially release their thirteenth studio album with a video for new single, […]

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          The Coral
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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
        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

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Talii introduces her unique blend of alternative R&B in soulful new single ‘Scars in the Dark’
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Talii introduces her unique blend of alternative R&B in soulful new single ‘Scars in the Dark’

February 24, 2022 XS Noize

In the modern quick-fix world, it’s becoming more and more difficult for an artist to put across their authenticity and realness, but with Orlando born Tallii, this all comes to her more than naturally. Heavily […]

THE LUMINEERS share video for new single 'Brightside' - Watch Now
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INTERVIEW with The Lumineers’ singer-guitarist and co-founder Wesley Schultz

February 24, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #67 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Lumineers’ singer-guitarist and co-founder Wesley Schultz to talk about their new album Brightside. Brightside marks The Lumineers’ first new music in […]

BINARY DRIFT releases the Indie Pop single 'Velvet Hearts'
New Music

BINARY DRIFT releases the Indie Pop single ‘Velvet Hearts’

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Madrid Singer/songwriter Mauricio Yrivarren –A.K.A. Binary Drift- releases the Indie Pop single “Velvet Hearts” on all streaming platforms now, it is the second single from Binary Drift’s second album “Mortido”. Mauricio was heavily influenced by […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE surprise drops new track ‘KING’
New Music

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE surprise drops new track ‘KING’

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine surprise drops new track ‘King’. A meditation on womanhood, family, femininity and the subverting of expectations that makes a personal manifesto in transcending gender-defined roles into a cast-iron, crowd-searing festival-uniting call […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE duo announce acoustic UK tour
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OCEAN COLOUR SCENE duo announce acoustic UK tour

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Ocean Colour Scene singer Simon Fowler and drummer Oscar Harrison have announced an extensive acoustic tour for Spring 2022. Billed as An Evening With Simon and Oscar of Ocean Colour Scene, the 25-date UK tour […]

ELECTRIC SIX announce ‘Born To Be Ridiculed’ at Limelight 2, Belfast, Friday 2nd December 2022 1
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ELECTRIC SIX announce ‘Born To Be Ridiculed’ at Limelight 2, Belfast, Friday 2nd December 2022

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Perhaps you were too busy marvelling at how wonderful it felt to have your life ripped apart by Electric Six at the last couple of shows to notice that Electric Six didn’t even have a […]

COLDPLAY have released their first Spotify Singles recording today
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COLDPLAY have released their first Spotify Singles recording today

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Coldplay have today released their first Spotify Singles recording. Side A of the two-track release is an intimate and stripped-down acoustic version of the band’s current single Let Somebody Go with Selena Gomez (who also […]

INTERVIEW with Jarrod Dickenson ahead of his show at The Black Box, Belfast 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Jarrod Dickenson ahead of his show at The Black Box, Belfast

February 22, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

Since the age of 20, the Texas born-and-raised singer-songwriter Jarrod Dickenson has been performing the Americana music he loves to audiences worldwide. Jarrod spoke with Aaron Kavanagh ahead of his performance at The Black Box […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: J Temp 13 – Kenopsia
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: J Temp 13 – Kenopsia

February 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Indie-rock artist J Temp 13, aka John Templeman, unveils the music video for “Kenopsia,” a single/music video elucidating the meaning of the title – the eerie feeling of empty spaces that were once crowded and […]

THE AFGHAN WHIGS release electrifying new single 'I’ll Make You See God'
New Music

THE AFGHAN WHIGS release electrifying new single ‘I’ll Make You See God’

February 22, 2022 XS Noize

Today, the Afghan Whigs release an electrifying new single “I’ll Make You See God,” their first new music since 2017’s album In Spades. The propulsive, driving rock track is also featured in the upcoming PlayStation […]

ALBUM REVIEW: SASAMI - Squeeze
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: SASAMI – Squeeze

February 22, 2022 Imelda Hehir

Almost three years since the release of Sasami Ashworth’s debut album, she returns with the ambitious Squeeze. While “SASAMI” was deemed a heartbreaking shoegaze record, her sophomore release has cranked everything up to eleven, with […]

ALBUM REVIEW: CMAT - If My Wife New I'd Be Dead
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: CMAT – If My Wife New I’d Be Dead

February 22, 2022 Imelda Hehir

“Act as it is, and then it shall be” I am known as a pretty glass half-empty soul, but I am also weirdly known for saying this specific take on the classic “fake it till […]

BANDICOOT dim the lights with new single 'Early In The Morning'
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BANDICOOT dim the lights with new single ‘Early In The Morning’

February 22, 2022 XS Noize

Life’s a rush, so the chance to slow down and step lightly into every fold, nook and cranny of Bandicoot’s beautiful ode to waking by the side of the one you loved, Early In The […]

RATS announce new single ‘Jenny’ ahead of UK Tour
Gigs

RATS announce new single ‘Jenny’ ahead of UK Tour

February 22, 2022 XS Noize

Last year saw RATS enjoy a series of unforgettable highlights as they became a hot tip as indie’s next breakthrough band. After opening for the iconic Liam Gallagher at the Isle of Wight, the band went on to support modern […]

BEN NICKY announces headline show at Belfast’s Custom House Square on Saturday, August 13th 2022 1
Gigs

BEN NICKY announces headline show at Belfast’s Custom House Square on Saturday, August 13th 2022

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

Following a string of SOLD OUT Belfast shows including Belsonic 2021, International DJ / Producer sensation Ben Nicky is back! With a headline show at Belfast’s Custom House Square on Saturday, August 13th 2022. For […]

THE WOMBATS announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building, Sunday 21st August 2022
Gigs

THE WOMBATS announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building, Sunday 21st August 2022

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most popular guitar-driven indie rock acts, The Wombats are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Sunday 21st August 2022. Fresh from the release of their […]

GERRY CINNAMON announces BELSONIC 2022 show on Thursday 16th June 2022 1
Gigs

GERRY CINNAMON announces BELSONIC 2022 show on Thursday 16th June 2022

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

Following two SOLD OUT Belsonic 2021 shows Gerry Cinnamon is pleased to announce a return to the Ormeau Park stage on Thursday 16th June 2022 with special guest Jake Bugg. Gerry completed a SOLD OUT […]

Edinburgh based MC CONSCIOUS ROUTE and producer partner SCOTT BATHGATE announce new 6-track 'Pyramid EP'
New Music

Edinburgh based MC CONSCIOUS ROUTE and producer partner SCOTT BATHGATE announce new 6-track ‘Pyramid EP’

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

Edinburgh-based MC Conscious Route and producer Scott Bathgate are releasing their stunning new 6-track ‘Pyramid EP’ on 02/04/22, featuring guest appearances by Sean Focus, Kryptik and Geoffrey Williams. The buff and bass-heavy sound maintain a […]

Themed Slots and fruity symbols – what’s not to love?
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Themed Slots and fruity symbols – what’s not to love?

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

Online casinos offer a variety of exciting Slots, and with so many new and unique themes to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Many themed games have symbols that represent […]

DEL AMITRI announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Monday, June 6th 2022
Gigs

DEL AMITRI announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Monday, June 6th 2022

February 21, 2022 XS Noize

Veteran Scottish rockers Del Amitri have announced a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Monday, June 6th 2022 with their ‘Greatest Hits and Fatal Mistakes’ tour. The band released their seventh album, Fatal Mistakes […]

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