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          Garbage announce headline Belfast show at Waterfront Hall on 17 July 2026

          December 16, 2025

          Garbage announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 17th July 2026. They are heading out on the road in support of their eighth and latest album, ‘Let All That We Imagine Be […]

          Starsailor
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          Starsailor’s James Walsh Announces New Solo Album ‘It’s All Happening’, Out January 30

          December 12, 2025

          Starsailor frontman James Walsh is set to take his ever-growing solo career to new heights with the release of his new album ‘It’s All Happening’ on January 30th. He has previewed the record with a […]

          PAUL SIMON
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          Paul Simon Brings “A Quiet Celebration Tour” to Europe, UK & Ireland

          December 11, 2025

          Today, the legendary singer-songwriter PAUL SIMON announced he will continue  “A Quiet Celebration Tour,” following a highly successful and critically acclaimed US tour, and bring this special concert series to Europe, the UK and Ireland this […]

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          Sugar - Copper Blue
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sugar – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection

          November 28, 2025

          For fans of Sugar – and for anyone who still feels the shockwave of Copper Blue more than three decades on – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection arrives as a dream artefact. Pressed across four […]

          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
          Album Reviews

          REVIEW: debdepan “Lovers & Others” EP

          November 27, 2025

          In recent years, the vibrant seaside town of Margate has evolved into a heady blend of coastal charm and DIY creativity — a place where visual artists, musicians and free-thinking makers thrive. It’s the perfect […]

        • 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: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live

          December 23, 2025

          On 13 December, Bradford proudly celebrated the strength and legacy of the Yorkshire heavy music scene with Wool City Rockers, staged at the city’s newly refurbished Bradford Live. The line-up brought together three iconic bands […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gurriers Ignite Belfast’s Limelight with a Ferocious, No-Holds-Barred Post-Punk Assault Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gurriers Ignite Belfast’s Limelight with a Ferocious, No-Holds-Barred Post-Punk Assault

          December 22, 2025

          Fast-rising Irish band Gurriers stormed the stage at Belfast’s Limelight last night, opening their set to Frankie Valli’s Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. As the unmistakable chorus rang out, the room erupted into a […]

        • 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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        • 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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        • Sleaford Mods
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          Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on Planet X, cultural decay, and the evolution of the band | XS Noize Podcast #264

          December 6, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Jason Williamson, the fiercely articulate frontman of Sleaford Mods, to explore the band’s most ambitious and unflinching record yet: The Demise Of […]

          Oliver Murray
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          Oliver Murray on completing “The Beatles Anthology” and bringing Episode Nine to life | XS Noize Podcast #263

          December 4, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Oliver Murray — the British writer–director redefining modern music documentary through his bold, cinematic approach. Following his 2023 short film […]

          Steve Lillywhite on the Making of “Fairytale of New York” | XS Noize Podcast #262
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          Steve Lillywhite on Making “Fairytale of New York” with Kirsty MacColl & The Pogues | XS Noize Podcast #262

          November 30, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by legendary producer Steve Lillywhite — the Grammy-winning studio mastermind behind iconic records by U2, The Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, The Smiths, The […]

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Bret McKenzie
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Sub Pop Reveals Bret McKenzie’s New Album ‘Freak Out City’ and Lead Track ‘All I Need’

June 5, 2025 XS Noize

On August 15th, 2025, Bret McKenzie will return with Freak Out City, his forthcoming second solo album worldwide from Sub Pop. In 2022, Bret released Songs Without Jokes, his well-received solo debut for Sub Pop. […]

WINACHI
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WINACHI Return: First Manchester Show in Three Years Announced for June 28 at Deaf Institute

June 4, 2025 XS Noize

International award-winning band WINACHI have announced their first Manchester date in three years. The gig, organised with We Are Manchester, takes place at the Deaf Institute Music Hall on the 28th of June. Swaggering northern […]

Snow-Patrol
Podcast

Grief, Healing & Songwriting: Gary Lightbody on Snow Patrol’s New Chapter | XS Noize Podcast #230

June 4, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody — one of the most emotionally resonant voices in UK music. Gary delves into the making […]

Casino
Features 2

The Unheard Imperative: Audio Latency and the Seamless Live Casino Experience

June 3, 2025 XS Noize

Forget glitzy visuals and million-dollar jackpots. Your online casino thrill trip has a silent saboteur hiding there, a minor matrix flaw that may destroy the illusion faster than a poor beat on the river.  We […]

DURAN DURAN
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Duran Duran Hit the Road: John Taylor on the Band’s Deepest European Tour in Decades

June 3, 2025 John Kearns

DURAN DURAN are out on the tar plains once again, kicking off a series of European dates from June 3rd. From Finland to Sardinia, this latest tour sees the band playing sixteen shows, including two […]

how r u
News

Thom Southern’s ‘how r u’ Unveils Dreamy New Track ‘slipping away’ from Forthcoming Album

June 3, 2025 XS Noize

how r u is the Belfast based slowcore side project of Irish singer-songwriter and producer Thom Southern. Though formally launched in late April 2024, the project has swiftly carved out its own quiet space. Drawing […]

Gareth
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Gareth Brings ‘Back to the Backyard Tour’ to Belfast’s Ulster Hall on 21st December 2025

June 3, 2025 XS Noize

Following his Kip Moore SSE Arena support at the weekend, local artist Gareth is pleased to announce his biggest headline Belfast show to date at the Ulster Hall on 21st December 2025. Born and raised […]

Cam
News

Grammy-Winning Artist Cam Releases ‘Alchemy’ Her First Solo Track in Four Years

June 3, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Cam releases “Alchemy,” her highly anticipated new single and first solo release in four years.  A stunning convergence of country, folk, and left-field pop, “Alchemy” showcases Cam’s gift for distilling complex ideas […]

Oasis
Gigs

Oasis 2025 Tour: What to expect on opening night in Cardiff

June 2, 2025 XS Noize

The Gallagher brothers will mark their first performance together since their split in 2009 with a reunion tour. With Gallagher’s chemistry and electrifying sets of Britpop classics, “Oasis’ 2025 reunion tour” will be a spine-tingling […]

GARBAGE
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Garbage – Let All That We Imagine Be The Light

May 30, 2025 Lori Gava

There’s a long-standing notion that suffering can fuel great art, and Garbage’s latest album, Let All That We Imagine Be The Light, gives that trope compelling new weight. Following the turbulence of recent years, including […]

OZZY OSBOURNE announces rescheduled 2020 European dates
Features 2

The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne Set to Premiere This Year

May 29, 2025 XS Noize

Ozzy Osbourne is one of the most legendary and enduring figures in the music industry, and fans are set to get to know even more about him this year. The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne […]

James Morrison
News

James Morrison Unveils New Album ‘Fight Another Day’ – Hear the Title Track Now

May 29, 2025 XS Noize

The chart-topping, multiple-Platinum, BRIT Award-winning James Morrison is set to release his sixth album ‘Fight Another Day’ on 3rd October 2025. Launched alongside its title track and new single, ‘Fight Another Day’ represents his first all-new record […]

Eirewave
News

Eirewave prepares to launch 250km of Non-Stop Pop Rock – from Wicklow to Belfast in DAB+ quality

May 29, 2025 XS Noize

Ad-Free Station Set to Unite the Emerald Isle with Seamless Digital Sound. Belfast – Eirewave, the ad-free pop-rock radio station loved across Ulster, is preparing to expand its reach with a bold ambition: a seamless […]

Kate Nash
News

Kate Nash Slams Transphobia and Misogyny in Bold New Single “GERM”

May 28, 2025 XS Noize

May was meant to be a moment of rest for Kate Nash, fresh off a sold-out UK and EU tour (broken foot and all), launching the first-ever fan-led music survey, and relentlessly spotlighting the music […]

Sea Fever
News

Sea Fever go full avant-garde on hypnotic new single ‘Able Eyes’ — from upcoming album ‘Surface Sound’

May 28, 2025 XS Noize

Even in their most chilled moments of club-inspired, urban electronic pop, Manchester’s Sea Fever have kept up a dopamine-driven beat of positivity, yet on new single “Able Eyes” they raise the pressure, volume and mood […]

Chesney Hawkes on New Album ‘Living Arrows’ and His Celebrity Big Brother Experience | XS Noize Podcast #229
Podcast

Chesney Hawkes on New Album ‘Living Arrows’ and His Celebrity Big Brother Experience | XS Noize Podcast #229

May 28, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by British pop icon Chesney Hawkes. Best known for his timeless hit ‘The One and Only’, Chesney talks about the momentum behind […]

the divine comedy
News

The Divine Comedy: Rainy Sunday Afternoon Tour Hits Belfast & Dublin

May 27, 2025 XS Noize

A lot has happened to Neil Hannon since the last Divine Comedy studio album, 2019’s ‘Office Politics’. Their entire back catalogue was lovingly remastered and re-released in 2020, while a sensational best of, ‘Charmed Life’, […]

Gorillaz live
News

Gorillaz to Revisit Iconic Albums in Four One-Off Live Performances

May 27, 2025 XS Noize

Gorillaz today announced details of four very special one-off limited-capacity live shows taking place at Copper Box Arena, London on 29 August, 30 August, 2 September and 3 September 2025. The shows take place during […]

Stray Kids
Gigs

Everything you need to know about seeing Stray Kids this summer

May 26, 2025 XS Noize

K-pop stars Stray Kids are gearing up for a global run across iconic stadiums this summer. Don’t miss the chance to experience the K-pop energy live; check out tour dates and grab your tickets now! […]

Sports Betting
Features 2

More Than Luck: The Rise of Strategic Sports Betting in Thailand

May 26, 2025 XS Noize

For years, betting in Thailand was a game of instincts. You backed your favorite team, trusted your gut, and maybe whispered a quick prayer before kickoff. It was casual, often chaotic, and deeply rooted in […]

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