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        • KRAFTWERK
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          Electro Icons Kraftwerk Return: First UK Tour in Nearly a Decade – Belfast Waterfront Hall, May 18 2026

          October 3, 2025

          After recently completing a hugely successful worldwide concert tour including a festival-stealing appearance at Coachella, Kraftwerk legend Ralf Hütter is pleased to announce a new UK and Ireland tour for 2026, their first UK tour […]

          Huartan
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          Huartan Bring Award-Winning ‘Tradtronica’ Sound to Mandela Hall, Belfast – October 24th

          October 2, 2025

          Winners of the NI Music Prize 2024 Live Act of the Year, Belfast-based ‘tradtronica’ group Huartan have been breathing new life into ancient words and melodies. Since 2023, they have been captivating audiences with their […]

          tom smith
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          Editors’ Tom Smith Shares New Single “Leave” from Forthcoming Solo Debut Album

          October 1, 2025

          Editors front-person, Tom Smith, has today released “Leave”, the latest single from his forthcoming debut solo album, There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light which is released on Play It […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

          Idlewild
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

        • 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// 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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        • Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
          Podcasts

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          The Jacques
          Podcasts

          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

          Gary Numan
          Podcasts

          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube In Episode #246 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Gary Numan — one of electronic music’s true pioneers — for a powerful conversation marking the 45th […]

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VAMPIRE WEEKEND to release new album ‘Only God Was Above Us’ on April 5th

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

Only God Was Above Us, the fifth studio album — and first in five years — from Vampire Weekend’s Ezra Koenig, Chris Baio and Chris Tomson, is due out April 5 from Columbia Records. Inspired […]

Ellis Bullard – Honky Tonk Ain’t Noise Pollution
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ellis Bullard – Honky Tonk Ain’t Noise Pollution

February 8, 2024 Randall Radic

Hailing from Austin, Texas, country music artist Ellis Bullard unveils his latest album, Honky Tonk Ain’t Noise Pollution, through the Feels So Good Records label. Reflecting on the album, Bullard passionately states, “This record encapsulates […]

Autumn Kings
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Autumn Kings’ Guitarist Jake Diab talks about the Band’s DIY Ethos

February 8, 2024 Randall Radic

Detroit-based rock trio Autumn Kings recently released their single/music video, “Sleep When I’m Dead,” an assertion of pure resolve to do whatever it takes to hit the target. “Sleep When I’m Dead” is a rallying […]

Crowded House
News

CROWDED HOUSE return with joyful new single ‘Oh Hi’

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

ARIA Hall of Fame luminaries Crowded House have just returned with their joyful single ‘Oh Hi’ – produced by the band with Steven Schram (Paul Kelly, San Cisco). ‘Oh Hi’ is a friendly tune with […]

Starsailor
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STARSAILOR release their new single ‘Dead On The Money’

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

Starsailor shares new single “Dead On The Money”, “a song about being flat broke but full of hope,” says Walsh, “although I like the fact it means exactly right too. Like knowing deep down you’re […]

Yellowcard + Hammock - A Hopeful Sign
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Yellowcard + Hammock – A Hopeful Sign

February 8, 2024 Stuart Evans

Yellowcard leaves their pop-punk sound on the floor and taps into the world of Nashville’s ambient post-rock duo Hammock to reinvent and reimagine some of their most memorable songs.   Having spent most of 2023 […]

Beth Gibbons
News

BETH GIBBONS announces debut solo album ‘Lives Outgrown’ & shares first single ‘Floating On A Moment’

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

Beth Gibbons releases her debut solo album, Lives Outgrown, on Friday, the 17th of May, 2024. Featuring ten beautiful new tracks recorded over a period of 10 years, the album was produced by James Ford […]

The Last Dinner Party
Gigs

THE LAST DINNER PARTY announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

The Last Dinner Party has announced three extra dates for their forthcoming UK/Ireland tour later this year. The tour, which went on pre-sale to fans on Wednesday morning, will now incorporate a show in Belfast […]

Northern Irish rockers THERAPY? announce 'Troublegum 30' tour
Gigs

Northern Irish rockers THERAPY? announce ‘Troublegum 30’ tour

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

Exactly thirty years to the day since the release of their iconic album, Troublegum, legendary Northern Irish rockers Therapy? will be hitting the road in November 2024 to delight UK fans with seven sensational shows. […]

BLOC PARTY
Gigs

BLOC PARTY announce headline shows in Belfast & Dublin this summer

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

Bloc Party has made their 2004 EP Little Thoughts available on digital streaming platforms for the first time. Originally shared as a physical-only EP exclusive to Japan, the fan-favourite release features iconic Bloc Party tracks, […]

Painters
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Surprising Facts: Musicians Who Were Also Painters

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

Many famous musicians throughout history have also been talented visual artists, working in mediums like painting, sculpture, and illustration. Though some maintained art as a hobby or creative outlet, others developed serious painting practices and […]

THERAPY? announce 'Troublegum 30' show at The Ulster Hall, Belfast
Gigs

THERAPY? announce ‘Troublegum 30’ show at The Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

For Northern Ireland-originating rockers Therapy? resilience and survival have become watchwords. Enduring over three decades as the musical, cultural and social landscapes have shifted around them, the trio have forged and retained a powerful and […]

corella
News

Manchester’s CORELLA announce their debut album ‘Once Upon A Weekend’

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

After releasing the stellar single “Don’t Stop Me” late last year, Manchester’s Corella have now announced their plans for their eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Once Upon A Weekend’, showcased by the anthemic new track “Drifting”. Continuing […]

Dea Matrona
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Irish rock duo DEA MATRONA announce the release of their debut album ‘For Your Sins’

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

Irish rock duo Dea Matrona today announce the release of their highly-anticipated debut album ‘For Your Sins’, out on 3rd May. The first snippet of their debut album comes in the form of their brand […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS announce 20th Anniversary Edition of their seventh studio album ‘Lifeblood’
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS announce 20th Anniversary Edition of their seventh studio album ‘Lifeblood’

February 7, 2024 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers today announce the release of a 20th Anniversary Edition of their seventh studio album ‘Lifeblood’ on 12th April 2024 for Sony Records. As with other Manics re-issues, the new releases feature many […]

RIDE
Podcasts

Laurence ‘Loz’ Colbert & Steve Queralt of Ride on new album ‘Interplay’

February 6, 2024 XS Noize

In the captivating Episode #166 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar engages in a profound conversation with Ride’s Laurence ‘Loz’ Colbert and Steve Queralt, delving into the intricacies of their highly anticipated seventh […]

Darren Kiely
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Pop/folk singer-songwriter DARREN KIELY releases heart wrenching new track ‘Slow Decay’

February 6, 2024 XS Noize

Pop/folk singer-songwriter Darren Kiely releases his latest track today, “Slow Decay.” Written by Kiely and Gabe Simon, the heart-wrenching song battles moving on from something and struggling to let go.  “‘Slow Decay’ came from a […]

Gogol Bordello
Gigs

NYC’s GOGOL BORDELLO announce Belfast show at The Limelight on 30th July

February 6, 2024 XS Noize

NYC’s Gogol Bordello firmly established themselves as a very special force at festivals and in theatres worldwide, showing no signs of slowing down. Secret ingredient? High energy, high quality, and never not fun! This pro-unit […]

CORRS
Gigs

THE CORRS kick off their ‘Talk On Corners’ 2024 tour at Belfast’s SSE Arena in November

February 6, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Irish Celtic-infused pop icons The Corrs announce an eight-date UK & Ireland tour titled ‘Talk On Corners’ in November 2024. Performing tracks from the acclaimed album plus a selection of their greatest hits to […]

Jamie Duffy
Gigs

JAMIE DUFFY announces Belfast show at Grand Opera House Studio

February 5, 2024 XS Noize

From the captivating landscapes of Ireland, 22-year-old musician and songwriter Jamie Duffy has become a notable force in the music scene. Seamlessly blending traditional, popular, and classical influences, Jamie’s distinctive musical style captivates with its […]

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