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        • Razorlight
          News

          Razorlight Announce Belfast Show For ‘Razorlight’ 20th Anniversary Tour

          June 12, 2026

          Razorlight will play The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, as part of their Razorlight 20th anniversary tour. The UK and Ireland dates will celebrate 20 years since the release of the band’s […]

          Makeshift Art Bar
          News

          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
          News

          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

        • 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: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

        • 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
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          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. […]

          The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

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The Big Pink
Gigs

THE BIG PINK announce their long-awaited third studio album – ‘The Love That’s Ours’

August 8, 2022 XS Noize

After making a rapturous comeback earlier this year with their stunning new singles ‘No Angels’ and ‘Love Spins On Its Axis’, The Big Pink have now announced the plans for their long-awaited third studio album […]

Altered Images
Gigs

ALTERED IMAGES share brand new track ‘Home’ from upcoming album ‘Mascara Streakz’

August 8, 2022 XS Noize

Altered Images first came to prominence when Clare Grogran was just 19 years old. Their big hits – including ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘I Could Be Happy’ and ‘Don’t Talk To Me About Love’ – were characterised […]

Jools Holland
Gigs

Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra announce headline show at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on Friday 16 June 2023

August 8, 2022 XS Noize

Following recent sold-out Belfast shows, Jools Holland has confirmed a return to Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on Friday 16 June 2023 with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. Like his previous Belfast shows, Jools will be […]

IN FOCUS// Anti-Flag at Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Anti-Flag at Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

August 8, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

The new album Lies They Tell Our Children from Pittsburg’s punk-rock band Anti-Flag will be released on the 6th of January 2023. The band are now playing a string of headline shows in the UK. […]

casino
Features 2

6 Ways of Attracting New Players in Online Casinos

August 8, 2022 XS Noize

Introduction There are many strategies a casino operator can use to make the venture profitable. However, one first needs to constantly attract new customers. With so many platforms available to players today, capturing and retaining […]

Kate Stewart
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kate Stewart talks ‘The Game’ & tour plans

August 7, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Music is and has always been practically in Kate Stewart’s blood. A member of a very musical family, she’s grown up surrounded by artists and the arts, and now she’s adding her unique and intoxicating […]

Open House Festival Bangor
Gigs

Open House Festival Bangor returns next week

August 6, 2022 XS Noize

Open House Festival Bangor returns on Thursday 11th August with three weeks of music, comedy, classic cinema, theatre, boat trips and food events. The majority of the fifty scheduled events will be held in the […]

Madonna
Gigs

MADONNA teams up with rapper Saucy Santana to release ‘Material Gworrllllllll!’ remix

August 5, 2022 XS Noize

Madonna has teamed up with rapper Saucy Santana to release “Material Gworrllllllll!”. The track serves as a remix to Saucy’s own viral “Material Girl” song, which was inspired by Madonna’s original hit. The official music […]

Dea Matrona
Gigs

DEA MATRONA share music video for new single ‘So Damn Dangerous’

August 5, 2022 XS Noize

Having returned from a successful tour of Europe, playing festivals such as Rock Werchter and Retro C Trop and supporting The Black Eyed Peas and Eagles of Death Metal, Irish rock duo Dea Matrona today […]

Barry Alexander King
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Barry Alexander King – BAK3

August 4, 2022 Randall Radic

Pop-rock, indie singer-songwriter Barry Alexander King releases his brand-new album, BAK3. Born in the UK, Barry started his musical career in the late ‘90s, playing in bands and performing throughout the UK, Germany, and Southern […]

Valerie Ghent
News

VALERIE GHENT shows support for the people of Ukraine with her new single ‘When the Birds Stop Singing’

August 4, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The ongoing war in Ukraine has brought countries worldwide together in support of the millions affected by it on a scale not seen in; it could be argued, decades. Numerous individuals and companies alike are […]

The Rolling Stones
New Music

THE ROLLING STONES reveal restored 4K versions of the official music videos performing “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”

August 4, 2022 XS Noize

The Rolling Stones and ABKCO Music & Records Inc. have released today the official music videos of The Rolling Stones performing “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”. Originally produced in 1968, the videos have been faithfully restored in […]

The Dears
Gigs

THE DEARS to embark on a UK tour this September

August 4, 2022 XS Noize

Montreal stalwarts The Dears are returning to the UK this September for a long-awaited run of live dates. Marking a triumphant return for the band, The Dears are guaranteed to deliver a cathartic set packed […]

The 1975
Gigs

THE 1975 release ‘Happiness’ – from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’

August 3, 2022 XS Noize

The 1975 today release ‘Happiness’ – the second single from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’. ‘Happiness’ follows remarkable comeback single ‘Part Of The Band’, which Pitchfork lauded as […]

THE SKINNER BROTHERS announce new album ‘Soul Boy II’ to be released on February 18th 1
Gigs

THE SKINNER BROTHERS announce new ‘Lonedon’ EP to be released September 23rd

August 3, 2022 XS Noize

The Skinner Brothers will release their new single ‘Lonedon’ on August 19th. ‘Lonedon’ is the title track from their new EP which follows on September 23rd, and is the first new music from the rising […]

BELFAST FESTIVAL
Gigs

BELFAST FESTIVAL is set to make the River Lagan come to life this Sunday from 11am – 4pm

August 3, 2022 XS Noize

Joshua Burnside, The Rapparees and more are to perform at South & East Belfast’s Féile na hAbhann for a bumper day of family fun on Sunday 7th August. Féile na hAbhann (Festival of the River) […]

Deftones
Gigs

DEFTONES announce the third annual “Dia De Los Deftones”

August 2, 2022 XS Noize

After a two-year hiatus, multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning Sacramento band Deftones announce their third annual Dia De Los Deftones, taking place Saturday, Nov. 5 at Gallagher Square at Petco Park in San Diego. This all-ages festival […]

Nell Mescal
Gigs

Irish singer-songwriter NELL MESCAL announces headline show at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Saturday 8th October 2022

August 2, 2022 XS Noize

Nell Mescal, the 19-year-old Irish singer-songwriter, did not expect to launch her artistic career during a global pandemic, but she is making the best of it. Like most teenagers, she spent 2020 at home, attending […]

Garth.
Interviews

INTERVIEW: New York City-based singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Garth. on ‘Live, in Color’

August 2, 2022 Randall Radic

New York City-based singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Garth. recently released his live album, Live, in Color, a 13-track collection of music running the gamut from deep soul grooves to ‘80s R&B, pop, and funk. The […]

The Music
Gigs

THE MUSIC share video of ‘Take The Long Road And Walk It (Live At Temple Newsam)’ – Watch Now!

August 2, 2022 XS Noize

Following their rapturously received comeback shows at Glasgow Barrowland and Leeds Temple Newsam Park earlier this year, The Music today release the first taster from their forthcoming Live At Temple Newsam album. Take The Long […]

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