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          AVA Belfast reveals full 2026 festival programme including afterparties, talks, workshops and more

          May 22, 2026

          AVA Belfast returns to Titanic Slipways on 29–30 May 2026, as the city prepares for what promises to be its biggest music weekend of the year. Hailed as “Techno Christmas,” or “Belfast Coachella” AVA is […]

          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 […]

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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
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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
          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 […]

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        • 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
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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 […]

          Elles Bailey
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          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. […]

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        • 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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ALBUM REVIEW: Tall Heights – Juniors
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ALBUM REVIEW: Tall Heights – Juniors

January 10, 2022 Randall Radic

Boston electro-folk duo Tall Heights releases their third full-length album, Juniors, the follow-up to 2018’s Pretty Colors For Your Actions. Juniors reflects a spiritual and emotional cusp of transition during which the duo – Paul […]

SPIRITUALIZED share video for new single 'Crazy' from new LP 'Everything Was Beautiful' 1
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SPIRITUALIZED share video for new single ‘Crazy’ from new LP ‘Everything Was Beautiful’

January 10, 2022 XS Noize

With their new LP Everything Was Beautiful due out February 25th via Fat Possum, and having previously shared album opener ‘Always Together With You’, today Spiritualized share a video for new single “Crazy”, a sweet […]

KAE TEMPEST shares new single ‘More Pressure’ featuring Kevin Abstract
New Music

KAE TEMPEST shares new single ‘More Pressure’ featuring Kevin Abstract

January 10, 2022 XS Noize

‘The Line Is A Curve’ is the new album from writer and musician Kae Tempest, set for release on 8th April 2022 by Fiction Records. It is the fourth album from the Lewisham based artist […]

MUSIC VENUE TRUST Launches The #GoLocal Campaign
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MUSIC VENUE TRUST Launches The #GoLocal Campaign

January 10, 2022 XS Noize

Music Venue Trust (MVT) has announced a new campaign to encourage music fans to enjoy live music in safe environments by supporting their local grassroots music venues. Given the current data and the guidance from […]

GILMORE TRAIL share new single 'Nocturne' from the upcoming ‘Impermanence’ LP
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GILMORE TRAIL share new single ‘Nocturne’ from the upcoming ‘Impermanence’ LP

January 10, 2022 XS Noize

Preceding their first album for over six years, GILMORE TRAIL today return with the graceful “Nocturne”; the final single to be cut from the upcoming ‘Impermanence’ LP (out 21 January, via Chasmata Records). A world […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Parra For Cuva - Juno
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Parra For Cuva – Juno

January 7, 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. Parra For Cuva – Juno Fourth studio […]

JAMES MORRISON shares video for new single ‘Don’t Mess With Love’
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JAMES MORRISON shares video for new single ‘Don’t Mess With Love’

January 7, 2022 XS Noize

As the February 11th release of his refreshed ‘Greatest Hits’ album approaches, James Morrison has discovered that looking back has opened new possibilities for his future. While his big hits undeniably sound better than ever, […]

THE WEEKND releases highly anticipated new album DAWN FM 1
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THE WEEKND releases highly anticipated new album DAWN FM

January 7, 2022 XS Noize

The Weeknd has officially dropped his latest album, Dawn FM (XO/Republic Records). The surprise release began with a compelling trailer for the project and the reveal of the album cover and tracklist earlier in the […]

BLOOD RED SHOES release explosive new track 'Murder Me'
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BLOOD RED SHOES release explosive new track ‘Murder Me’

January 6, 2022 XS Noize

Blood Red Shoes have today shared their explosive new track, ‘MURDER ME’; the third release from their upcoming album, ‘GHOSTS ON TAPE’. Produced by Grammy-nominated producer Tom Dalgety (Pixies, Royal Blood) and recorded at Echo […]

THE BEATLES' legendary rooftop concert from Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles: Get Back” to make theatrical debut exclusively in Imax 3
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THE BEATLES’ legendary rooftop concert from Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles: Get Back” to make theatrical debut exclusively in Imax

January 6, 2022 XS Noize

The Beatles’ unforgettable concert on the rooftop of Apple Corps’ Savile Row headquarters on January 30, 1969, will debut as a 60-minute feature at an Exclusive IMAX® Event Screening and Filmmaker Q&A on January 30, […]

HATE MOSS release new single 'Fog' & confirm forthcoming new album coming March 2022
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HATE MOSS release new single ‘Fog’ & confirm forthcoming new album coming March 2022

January 5, 2022 XS Noize

With the New Year here and ready for taking – HATE MOSS – can confirm the arrival of a new album later in 2022. In anticipation of the release, the Italo-Brazilian industrial/post-punk duo have shared […]

The Mercury Prize winning, chart-topping alt-J start 2022 with their electrifying new track HARD DRIVE GOLD
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The Mercury Prize winning, chart-topping alt-J start 2022 with their electrifying new track HARD DRIVE GOLD

January 5, 2022 XS Noize

The Mercury Prize-winning, chart-topping alt-J start 2022 with a bang, releasing their electrifying new track HARD DRIVE GOLD, the third song to be taken from their forthcoming album THE DREAM, set for release on 11 […]

THE SMILE feat: Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood and Tom Skinner reveal their debut single ‘You Will Never Work In Television Again’ 1
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THE SMILE feat: Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood and Tom Skinner reveal their debut single ‘You Will Never Work In Television Again’

January 5, 2022 XS Noize

The Smile, the new group comprising Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood and Sons Of Kemet’s Tom Skinner, have today revealed their debut single ‘You Will Never Work In Television Again’. The track, which is […]

EELS share 'Amateur Hour' from their anticipated fourteenth studio album 'Extreme Witchcraft' 1
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EELS share ‘Amateur Hour’ from their anticipated fourteenth studio album ‘Extreme Witchcraft’

January 5, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their anticipated fourteenth studio album Extreme Witchcraft, out January 28 via PIAS and the band’s own E Works Records, EELS have today shared the album’s opening track, ‘Amateur Hour.’ E […]

BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Nylon’ featuring Tobi Tunis
New Music

BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Nylon’ featuring Tobi Tunis

January 5, 2022 XS Noize

After joining forces with major talents Bas and Etta Bond on his latest track ‘Fretless’, Beau Diako gets 2022 off to bang as he shares his brand new single ‘Nylon’, which features Tobi Tunis. The […]

LET’S EAT GRANDMA share video for new track 'Happy New Year' celebrating friendship, from their new album, Two Ribbons
Gigs

LET’S EAT GRANDMA share video for new track ‘Happy New Year’ celebrating friendship, from their new album, Two Ribbons

January 4, 2022 XS Noize

Let’s Eat Grandma, the duo composed of songwriters, multi-instrumentalists and vocalists Rosa Walton and Jenny Hollingworth, today share “Happy New Year”, an upbeat, blissful song celebrating friendship, and the opening track from their upcoming much […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Divided Heaven feat. Guise - Creep
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TRACK PREMIERE: Divided Heaven feat. Guise – Creep

January 4, 2022 XS Noize

Jeff Berman has not made it easy on himself. For the past 12 years, the DIVIDED HEAVEN frontman has tried relentlessly to buck the typical singer-songwriter mould with his unique writing style and career path. […]

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