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          U2 unveil new 6-track ‘Easter Lily’ EP

          April 3, 2026

          Island Records today announce the release of ‘U2 – Easter Lily’ EP, a new standalone 6-track EP from U2.  With recording sessions for a new studio album ongoing, ‘Easter Lily’ EP comes as a second, separate, […]

          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 […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian unveil ‘Great Pretender’ and announce new album ‘Act III’

          April 2, 2026

          After kicking off 2026 by collaborating with Calvin Harris on the dance floor banger ‘Release The Pressure,’ Kasabian have unleashed their explosive new track, ‘Great Pretender’. The track is the second to be taken from […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

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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
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          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 29, 2026

          To have Placebo as your special guest genuinely puts the ‘special’ into special guest. Placebo were clearly ecstatic to be at the Albert Hall and supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. Frontman Brian Molko smiled throughout and […]

        • 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// 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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • 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
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          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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        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          TAVE
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          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 […]

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        • The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
          Podcast

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

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IN FOCUS// Paul Weller live at The Ulster Hall, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Paul Weller live at The Ulster Hall, Belfast

October 13, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Last night the Modfather Paul Weller played a fantastic setlist of new material and hits at Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing images.             […]

IN FOCUS// Beabadoobee at Ulster Hall. Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// beabadoobee at Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland

October 6, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Critically acclaimed, award-winning Gen Z icon beabadoobee played a headline show at Belfast’s Ulster Hall on 5th October as part of her UK and Ireland 2022 tour. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing […]

IN FOCUS// Wolf Alice at The Telegraph Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Wolf Alice at The Telegraph Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland

September 2, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Wolf Alice returned to Belfast last night to perform a fantastic show at The Telegraph Building. Wolf Alice are one of Britain’s most revered bands and Mercury Prize 2018 winners. It has been a decade since […]

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol Acoustic at McKee Clock Arena, Bangor
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Snow Patrol Acoustic at McKee Clock Arena, Bangor, Northern Ireland

September 1, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Gary Lightbody, lead singer of Snow Patrol and the City of Bangor’s most famous son, was awarded the Freedom of the Borough by Ards and North Down Borough Council at a special civic ceremony at […]

IN FOCUS// Stereophonics at Custom House Square, Wednesday 24th August 2022
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IN FOCUS// Stereophonics at Custom House Square, Belfast, Wednesday 24th August 2022

August 25, 2022 Bernie McAllister

British rock sensations Stereophonics returned to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Wednesday, 24th August 2022. The Welsh rockers played a fantastic set of hits and tracks from their new Number […]

IN FOCUS// Stiff Little Fingers at Custom House Square, Belfast
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Stiff Little Fingers at Custom House Square, Belfast

August 21, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2019, Legendary NI Punks Stiff Little Fingers returned to Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 20th August 2022 alongside an all-star line-up of special guests […]

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 27, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Following the release of their 8th album ‘When You See Yourself’, also their 6th album in a row to debut at Number One in the Irish and UK charts, the Kings of Leon played a […]

IN FOCUS// Feeder @ Limelight, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Feeder @ Limelight, Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 25, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Britrock veterans Feeder played an amazing headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022 with support from Bangor four-piece The Florentinas. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots. […]

IN FOCUS// Elbow @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Elbow @ Waterfront Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 22, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Brit award winners Elbow, fronted by Guy Garvey, played through their discography of all the greatest hits and brought the sounds of their latest album ‘Flying Dream I’ live to the stage of Waterfront Hall […]

IN FOCUS// Public Image Ltd @ The Limelight, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Public Image Ltd @ The Limelight, Belfast

June 11, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential bands of all time, The mighty Public Image Ltd played Limelight Belfast on Friday 10th June 2022 – their first-ever show in Belfast. An icon, […]

IN FOCUS// The Divine Comedy at Belfast, Waterfront Hall 1
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IN FOCUS// The Divine Comedy at Belfast, Waterfront Hall

May 22, 2022 Bernie McAllister

The Divine Comedy brought their UK and Ireland tour to a close with a fantastic show at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots.           […]

IN FOCUS// CRAWLERS @ The Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast 1
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IN FOCUS// CRAWLERS @ The Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

April 17, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Liverpool-based four-piece CRAWLERS played the final show of their sold-out debut tour at The Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots.     Since their inception, CRAWLERS have been […]

IN FOCUS// Sparks @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Sparks @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

April 12, 2022 Bernie McAllister

US pop-rock band Sparks brought their electrifying tour to Belfast, performing in the iconic Ulster Hall on 11 April 2022. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots.           […]

IN FOCUS// Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls @ Limelight 1, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls @ Limelight 1, Belfast

April 9, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Making up for lost time, Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls played a fantastic headline show at Limelight 1 on Friday, April 08th 2022 as part of their The Never-Ending Tour of Everywhere. Bernie Mc […]

IN FOCUS// ALABAMA 3 @ The Limelight, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// ALABAMA 3 @ The Limelight, Belfast

March 28, 2022 Bernie McAllister

South London’s beloved roots-futurists Alabama 3 played a fantastic show at Belfast’s Limelight on Saturday 26th March on their  ‘STEP 13: THE DIVINE INTERVENTION TOUR’. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots. […]

IN FOCUS// The Weather Station at The Black Box, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Weather Station at The Black Box, Belfast

March 20, 2022 Bernie McAllister

In support of the new album Ignorance and How Is It That I Should Look At The Stars, The Weather Station are currently on a whistle-stop tour of the UK & Ireland as part of […]

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March 5
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March

March 7, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Bangor four-piece The Florentinas played a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club supported by Casual Riots on Friday 4th March 2022. The Show was a fantastic spectacle. Bernie Mc Allister was there to […]

IN FOCUS// Pale Waves at Belfast Limelight 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Pale Waves at Belfast Limelight

March 4, 2022 Bernie McAllister

PALE WAVES played an amazing show at Limelight, Belfast as part of their biggest UK and Irish headline tour. The tour is the band’s first since Covid struck and follows their second album WHO AM […]

IN FOCUS// Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast 1
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IN FOCUS// Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

December 8, 2021 Bernie McAllister

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum, the electronic project of Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz and Matt Katz-Bohen, brought their critically acclaimed 2021 debut album: ‘THANKS FOR COMING’ to the live stage at the Ulster […]

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists at Limelight, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists at Limelight, Belfast

December 2, 2021 Bernie McAllister

US indie hero’s We Are Scientists played an amazing headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on 30th November 2021. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots.             […]

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