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          Kula Shaker return with uplifting new track ‘Be Merciful’ from forthcoming album Wormslayer

          November 12, 2025

          Consistently one of Britain’s most exhilarating live bands, Kula Shaker have evolved from a phenomenally successful anomaly of the Britpop era to step into an adventurous, ambitious and hallucinogenic new era with the release of […]

          Sananda Maitreya
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          Sananda Maitreya announces ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’ — a 4-LP box set celebrating his first four groundbreaking albums (1987–1995)

          November 10, 2025

          Sananda Maitreya proudly announces “JUVENILIA : The Columbia Years”, a meticulously curated 4-LP box set bringing together his first four groundbreaking albums, originally released between 1987 and 1995 Introducing the Hardline, Neither Fish Nor Flesh, Symphony or Damn, […]

          Emily Fern
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          Emily Fern releases ‘Christmas Dream’ — recorded at Abbey Road with the London Symphony Orchestra, Bez & Orbital’s Phil Hartnoll

          November 10, 2025

          We all know and love ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’, ‘Last Christmas’ and ‘Fairytale of New York’, but when did we last see a new festive favourite join those all-time greats? 2025 sees […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again

          November 10, 2025

          The Australian indie scene has long perfected the art of masking malaise behind sun-drenched, jangly guitar pop, and Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs deliver a textbook example with their punchy second album, Again. Over ten […]

          Swim School
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Swim School – Swim School

          November 4, 2025

          Swim School have delivered a super cool debut album that manages to combine a classic indie feel with a modern edge. Filled with powerful riffs, enchanting melodies and runaway choruses, “This Is The Debut Album” […]

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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds

          November 11, 2025

          One of Australia’s most exciting modern rock exports, Thornhill, stormed into Leeds on November 6th as part of their BODIES tour — bringing with them a night of sheer intensity, emotion, and energy. The evening […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello – Rock City, Nottingham – October 30th Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello Ignite Rock City with Their Signature ‘Gypsy Punk’ Fury

          November 3, 2025

          On October 30th, the unstoppable Gogol Bordello stormed into Rock City and tore the place apart in the best possible way. From the moment they hit the stage, it was clear the crowd was in […]

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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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

  • Gigs
        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
          Gigs

          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

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        • TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

          :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

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        • The Charlatans
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          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

          November 9, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt — founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain’s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with […]

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256
          Podcast

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256

          November 2, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mani — legendary bassist of The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, and one of the most influential figures in British rock history. […]

          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255
          Podcast

          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255

          October 28, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Moya Brennan — the unmistakable voice of Clannad, often hailed as the First Lady of Celtic Music. This year marks the 40th […]

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US country singer MORGAN WADE announces a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 17th June 2022
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US country singer MORGAN WADE announces a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 17th June 2022

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

US country singer Morgan Wade Is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 17th June 2022. When the dust settled on 2021, Reckless topped Rolling Stone Country’s 25 Best Country […]

ILAN ESHKERI 'Space Station Earth’ Tour comes to London's Royal Albert Hall on May 15th - Feat: special guest TIM PEAKE 1
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ILAN ESHKERI ‘Space Station Earth’ Tour comes to London’s Royal Albert Hall on May 15th – Feat: special guest TIM PEAKE

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

A collaborator for everyone from Sir David Attenborough to Coldplay, the renowned and award-winning composer Ilan Eshkeri will release the new album ‘Space Station Earth’ on May 13th via Sony Masterworks. The album will be […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE announce new album DANCE FEVER
New Music

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE announce new album DANCE FEVER

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine shares details of her 5th studio album Dance Fever set for release on May 13th via Polydor Records. The announcement comes with her new single ‘My Love’ which debuts alongside a […]

SEASICK STEVE announces Ulster Hall, Belfast show on 21st July 2022 2
Gigs

SEASICK STEVE announces Ulster Hall, Belfast show on 21st July 2022

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

Seasick Steve has come a very long way in the 15 years since he burst into the public consciousness with his amazingly raw, powerful and emotional performances on TV, becoming a household name overnight. It […]

Slot Games with Nice Background Music
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Slot Games with Nice Background Music

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

People have always been fascinated by the power of music. It can evoke strong emotions, make us happy or sad, and even influence our behaviour. That’s why it’s no surprise that so many online slot […]

DARREN HAYES releases new club anthem 'Do You Remember?' from his long-awaited new solo record
Gigs

DARREN HAYES releases new club anthem ‘Do You Remember?’ from his long-awaited new solo record

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of his triumphant Australian return, a headline performance at the 2022 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, award-winning songwriter and performer Darren Hayes shares a brand new single in ‘Do You Remember?’ from […]

Paddy Considine’s band ‘Riding The Low’ share new single 'Black Mass' & announce April tour dates
Gigs

Paddy Considine’s band ‘Riding The Low’ share new single ‘Black Mass’ & announce April tour dates

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Riding The Low are sharing their new single ‘Black Mass’. Premiered on 6 Music, the track is lifted from their incoming album ‘The Death of Gobshite Rambo’ which will be released on April 8th 2022. […]

TESS PARKS shares new video 'Brexit at Tiffany's' from new album 'And Those Who Were Seen Dancing'
Gigs

TESS PARKS shares new video ‘Brexit at Tiffany’s’ from new album ‘And Those Who Were Seen Dancing’

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Following her highly praised return with “Happy Birthday Forever”, Toronto-born, London-based artist Tess Parks is today sharing a new single and video, “Brexit At Tiffany’s”. Following years of international touring and a lengthy list of […]

Australian rock-pop group LIME CORDIALE announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Wednesday 28th September 2022
Gigs

Australian rock-pop group LIME CORDIALE announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Wednesday 28th September 2022

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Australian rock-pop group Lime Cordiale are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Wednesday 28th September 2022. The band released their second studio album ‘14 Steps To A Better You’ in […]

Bear's Den release the poignant video for their latest single 'Shadows'
Gigs

Bear’s Den release the poignant video for their latest single ‘Shadows’

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

With their highly-anticipated new album ‘Blue Hours’ set for release on May 13th via Communion Records, folk-rock duo Bear’s Den – made up of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones – have now shared the new […]

FEEDER announce headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022 1
Gigs

FEEDER announce headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

Britrock veterans Feeder have announced a headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022. The band are set to release their new album ‘Torpedo’ on March 18th. The celebrated, multi-platinum-selling, rock […]

PAUL DRAPER announces new single 'Everybody Becomes a Problem Eventually', as he starts his UK tour
Gigs

PAUL DRAPER announces new single ‘Everybody Becomes a Problem Eventually’, as he starts his UK tour

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

‘Everybody Becomes a Problem Eventually’ details how to deploy a strategy on how to trick your lover when it comes to affairs of the heart. Lyrically Paul is looking at how people can act in […]

DIANA ROSS to play headline show at Dublin’s 3Arena on Sunday 3 July 2022 1
Gigs

DIANA ROSS to play headline show at Dublin’s 3Arena on Sunday 3 July 2022

March 9, 2022 XS Noize

DIANA ROSS will be playing Dublin’s 3Arena on Sunday 3 July 2022. Diana Ross is considered one of the most successful recording artists and entertainers of all time. From her landmark solo career to the […]

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share new track 'The Dripping Tap' & announce album details
Gigs

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share new track ‘The Dripping Tap’ & announce album details

March 8, 2022 XS Noize

Today, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard announce their first-ever double album, Omnium Gatherum, which is coming soon via their own label KGLW. Today, they share its epic 18-minute lead single, “The Dripping Tap.” Following […]

ALDOUS HARDING releases ‘Fever’ the second single from her forthcoming new album 'Warm Chris' 1
Gigs

ALDOUS HARDING releases ‘Fever’ the second single from her forthcoming new album ‘Warm Chris’

March 8, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Aldous Harding releases ‘Fever’, the second single from her forthcoming new album Warm Chris. Accompanying the song’s swaggering piano-driven staccato is an official video created by Harding and Martin Sagadin showcasing the many faces […]

SUNFLOWER BEAN shares video for new single 'Roll The Dice' from new album 'Headful of Sugar'
Gigs

SUNFLOWER BEAN shares video for new single ‘Roll The Dice’ from new album ‘Headful of Sugar’

March 8, 2022 XS Noize

New York trio Sunflower Bean—vocalist and bassist Julia Cumming (she/her), guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen (he/him), and drummer Olive Faber (she/they)—recently announced their long-awaited new album, Headful of Sugar. The band previewed the record with […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Bronski Beat - The Age of Consent
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Bronski Beat – The Age of Consent

March 8, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Bronski Beat – The Age of Consent. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: D'aria - Discussions with Myself
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TRACK PREMIERE: D’aria – Discussions with Myself

March 8, 2022 XS Noize

After releasing her debut EP Neukölln Nights, dedicated to a haunted summer love, Berlin-based singer-songwriter D’aria is embarking on a new project exploring her identity outside of relationships. In a world where playing tough is […]

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March 5
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March

March 7, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Bangor four-piece The Florentinas played a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club supported by Casual Riots on Friday 4th March 2022. The Show was a fantastic spectacle. Bernie Mc Allister was there to […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE share video for new song 'Heaven is Here'
New Music

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE share video for new song ‘Heaven is Here’

March 7, 2022 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine debut a new song, “Heaven is Here,” today alongside a video by acclaimed director Autumn de Wilde and choreographed by Ryan Heffington. Watch BELOW: “‘Heaven is Here’ was the first song […]

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