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        • The Script
          News

          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
          News

          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
          News

          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
          Album Reviews

          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
          Podcast

          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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IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London

June 22, 2024 Denise Esposito

The rock duo Royal Blood (Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher) celebrated the 10th Anniversary of their self-titled debut album with two special shows at the O2 Academy Brixton in London.           […]

James McVey
News

JAMES MCVEY shares new single ‘Thick and Thin’ from upcoming solo EP ‘Letters Home’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Time away from home often inspires a little reflection – not only on what’s important to you in the present day, but also the people and events that helped shape who you are now. Those […]

LIVE REVIEW: Incognito at Meltdown Festival, Southbank Centre
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Incognito at Meltdown Festival, Southbank Centre

June 21, 2024 Michael Barron

The beloved Southbank Centre Meltdown annual festival has returned, featuring a lineup that includes the iconic acid jazz band Incognito, celebrating their 45th anniversary. Cofounder Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick leads the band, whose illustrious career spans […]

Sasha Samara
News

SASHA SAMARA releases video for new single ‘Simmer’ – out today!

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Sasha Samara is an exciting new voice in pop music. The self-described ‘friendly neighbourhood popstar’ threads her stories together with heartfelt observations, underlined by unabashed specificity. Her endearing honesty is delivered through open and soaring […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN share the new ‘Liquid Gold’ version of ‘Speakeasy’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Not content with landing their first ever #1 album in their 30th year with ‘A Matter of Time’, Shed Seven’s upcoming reworked orchestral hits set ‘Liquid Gold’ could well become their second, with pre-order sales […]

Coldplay
News

COLDPLAY release new single ‘feelslikeimfallinginlove’ from upcoming new album ‘Moon Music’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay have today released their new single, feelslikeimfallinginlove. The track, produced by Max Martin. feelslikeimfallinginlove is the first song to be released from the band’s upcoming new album, Moon Music, out October 4, 2024. The […]

Justin Timberlake
Gigs

Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

On the Saturday Night Show, the 10-time Grammy award winner announced his tour, ‘The Forget Tomorrow Tour’. This would be his first tour in five years in support of his sixth studio album, ‘Everything I […]

Scratch My Progress
News

The NI Musicians Career Development Programme SCRATCH MY PROGRESS is now accepting applications

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

Scratch My Progress is the Oh Yeah Music Centre’s annual talent development scheme. Since 2010, 53 acts have benefited from the scheme, which has Oh Yeah mentors dedicated to developing, supporting, signposting, nurturing, and promoting […]

David C Clements
News

Northern Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS announces his new studio album ‘The Garden’

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his stunning comeback single “Reckless”, his first piece of new material in eight years, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements has now announced his plans for his new studio album […]

Liam Gallagher
News

Anticipation Soars for Belfast Vital as Liam Gallagher Revives ‘Definitely Maybe’ in 90s Splendor

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s groundbreaking and hugely influential debut album with the “Definitely Maybe 30 Years” tour. This year’s tour includes a highly anticipated show at BELFAST VITAL 2024, held […]

Sananda Maitreya
Podcast

Exploring ‘The Pegasus Project’: A Deep Dive with Sananda Maitreya on Music, Inspiration, and Beyond

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #183 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Sananda Maitreya about his new double album, The Pegasus Project: Pegasus & The Swan. Sananda Maitreya should feel proud of the mesmerising […]

fabric Presents The Streets
News

THE STREETS share brand new original track ‘End Of The Queue’

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

fabric, the iconic hub of electronic music culture, recently announced its latest addition to the fabric mix series: “fabric Presents The Streets”. This eagerly anticipated compilation marks a milestone in the illustrious history of the […]

Andy Rourke and Kav Sandhu
News

BLITZ VEGA shares video for exhilarating new single ‘Love City’

June 18, 2024 XS Noize

“Although [the video] is emotional and hard to watch sometimes, it’s a reminder of why we are releasing the music,” says BLITZ VEGA’s guitarist Kav Sandhu (formerly of Happy Mondays) about the newly released “Love […]

Rockin' Slots: The Best Soundtracks in Casino Games
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Rockin’ Slots: The Best Soundtracks in Casino Games

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Casino games are now offering players a chance to experience rock music like never before – with soundtracks including everything from jazz and Latin tracks all the way up to metal. Not only do the […]

Coldplay
News

COLDPLAY announce the release of their highly anticipated tenth album ‘Moon Music’

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay has announced the release of their highly anticipated tenth album, Moon Music, produced by Max Martin today. The record will be available in stores and on streaming services on October 4, 2024. The album’s […]

James at Co-op Live, Manchester
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: James & Razorlight at Co-op Live, Manchester

June 17, 2024 Jay Roberts

It’s been almost 30 years since I last saw James perform live at Glastonbury in 1994, and that was a show to remember. Even from that long ago, that performance stayed with me. Surprisingly, a […]

Crowded House
Gigs

CROWDED HOUSE announce Gravity Stairs UK and Europe tour

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, Iconic rock band Crowded House announces that the Gravity Stairs UK and Europe tour will kick off this October. With stops in Manchester, Glasgow, London, Brighton and Birmingham before continuing across Europe.  Tour news […]

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

The John Andrews Band delivered an unforgettable performance during their first headline show of the year at The American Bar in Belfast’s Sailortown. Hosted by singer/songwriter Acoustic Dan (Daniel Gregory) and Gérard Skelly, their set […]

Alison Moyet
Gigs

ALISON MOYET announces shows at Dublin’s Olympia Theatre & Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on 16th & 17th February 2025

June 14, 2024 XS Noize

How time flies. It’s been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album ‘Alf’ and Top 10 hits ‘Love Resurrection’ and ‘All Cried […]

KNEECAP
Gigs

KNEECAP announce headline show at SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 21 December 2024

June 14, 2024 XS Noize

The debut album ‘FINE ART’ out now on Heavenly Recordings. ‘KNEECAP: A FILM BY RICH PEPPIATT’ released in Irish cinemas on Thursday August 8th. When Mo Chara, Moglaí Bap and DJ Provaí – aka Belfast’s […]

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