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        • EMERGE 2026
          News

          blk. announces huge EMERGE 2026 Sunday takeover with Natte Visstick, Vieze Asbak, DYEN and Negitiv

          May 7, 2026

          The wait is over. We’re delighted to announce the updated line-up for blk.’s Emerge Sunday takeover, and we go huge. Belfast favourite blk. curates the full day with exclusive b2b and b3b sets from start […]

          The Waterboys
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          Mike Scott Takes on “Bullies” in The Waterboys’ New Single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name’

          May 7, 2026

          Following the announcement of Atlantic Rain, a three-disc set of previously unheard music from the classic Fisherman’s Blues era, The Waterboys have released new single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name,’ which is out now on Chrysalis Records.  Written […]

          ASH
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          ASH Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Seminal Debut Album 1977 and Extensive World Tour

          May 6, 2026

          Originally released in 1996, 1977 is the #1 platinum-selling debut album that launched Ash from teenage upstarts to Britpop-era icons. Three decades on, this 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the album that defined a generation with its breakneck energy, razor-sharp […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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: 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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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
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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 […]

  • 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
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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. […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

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Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.
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THE CHARLATANS announce special live show in support of NHS workers
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THE CHARLATANS announce special live show in support of NHS workers

August 11, 2021 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS will play a special live show in support of NHS workers at Gorilla in Manchester on Monday the 15th of November 2021. Entry will be free to National Health staff and ticket applications […]

WALKER HAYES set to go global with viral smash hit ‘Fancy Like’
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WALKER HAYES set to go global with viral smash hit ‘Fancy Like’

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Walker Hayes’ current single ‘Fancy Like’ has been one of America’s biggest and most surprising smash hits of the summer. Ignited by the huge reaction to the dance video he made with his daughter Lela […]

OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL BANGOR returns this week 1
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OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL BANGOR returns this week

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Open House Festival Bangor returns this week with a programme of outdoor events including music, comedy, spoken word, classic cinema and walking tours, the majority of which will be held in the beautiful surroundings of […]

‘OASIS Knebworth 1996’ trailer unveiled & live album announced 1
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‘OASIS Knebworth 1996’ trailer unveiled & live album announced

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Marking 25 years to the day since the first night of the record-breaking Knebworth 1996 concerts, today Oasis unveil the trailer for their eagerly anticipated cinematic documentary, released in cinemas worldwide from September 23 via […]

THE RONNIE WOOD BAND releases ‘Shame, Shame, Shame’ from forthcoming 'Mr Luck' album 1
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THE RONNIE WOOD BAND releases ‘Shame, Shame, Shame’ from forthcoming ‘Mr Luck’ album

August 9, 2021 XS Noize

The Ronnie Wood Band today release two more tracks from the second instalment of the live album trilogy -‘Mr Luck – A Tribute to Jimmy Reed: Live at the Royal Albert Hall’. Ronnie and friends […]

INTERVIEW: Music legend, Tito Jackson discusses his music career & new album, 'Under Your Spell'
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INTERVIEW: Music legend, Tito Jackson discusses his music career & new album, ‘Under Your Spell’

August 7, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #48 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with music legend Tito Jackson to discuss his debut Blues album, Under Your Spell, The Jackson 5, his brother Michael Jackson and […]

FABELS announce third album 'Minds' to be released on 10th September
New Music

FABELS announce third album ‘Minds’ to be released on 10th September

August 7, 2021 XS Noize

Fabels are Hiske Weijers, Ben Aylward (plus live, guest performer Tim Powles/The Church) who play original, experimental, progressive, dreamscape music with dynamic arrangements. Formed in Sydney, late 2010, the band have toured extensively through Australia […]

Experimental music maker MEILIR announces his captivating album ‘In Tune’ to get vinyl release
New Music

Experimental music maker MEILIR announces his captivating album ‘In Tune’ to get vinyl release

August 7, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed experimental music maker Meilir has announced his captivating album ‘In Tune’ will be available from UK Record Stores from 13.08.21. Released via Gwdihŵ Records (Goo-dee-who – the Welsh word for owl) the record will […]

SORBET releases new video for 'Born Purple' feat: Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons)
New Music

SORBET releases new video for ‘Born Purple’ feat: Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons)

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Born Purple features crystalline falsetto vocals from Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons), a unique singer with a background in farming in County Limerick, Ireland. “The imagery in the verse comes from a time I saw […]

THE VACCINES share new single 'Alone Star' from their upcoming album 'Back In Love City' 1
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THE VACCINES share new single ‘Alone Star’ from their upcoming album ‘Back In Love City’

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Today The Vaccines share “Alone Star,” the new single from their upcoming album, Back In Love City which is set for release on September 10. The single is accompanied by a video shot by Mexican […]

GOD KNOWS shares his new single 'Glory' - Listen Now!
New Music

GOD KNOWS shares his new single ‘Glory’ – Listen Now!

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

God Knows is one of the founders of Ireland’s most prolific and exciting labels, narolane records. As a collective, narolane’s creative output conveys their ethos with surety, authenticity and unapologetic ambition. That ethos is to be true to what […]

JULES BUCKLEY shares a brand new version of the Manzel classic ‘Space Funk’
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JULES BUCKLEY shares a brand new version of the Manzel classic ‘Space Funk’

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Jules Buckley follows the snapshot crash course in the history of hip-hop breaks that inspired his recent single ‘X Breaks’ with a brand new version of the Manzel classic ‘Space Funk’. Both tracks feature on the Grammy Award-winning conductor, composer and orchestrator’s upcoming […]

THE TAYLOR TWINS share their second single, ‘Still Play Your Game’ - Listen Now
New Music

THE TAYLOR TWINS share their second single, ‘Still Play Your Game’ – Listen Now

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

The Taylor Twins’ debut single ‘Lost All The Summer’ took the psychedelic power-poppers onto the Radio X airwaves into Wonderland’s new music round-up, the Wonderlist. It heralded the start of a rebirth for the 22-year-old twins, Ollie (vocals/guitar) and Eddie (vocals/bass), who first came to attention in 2020 under […]

BILLY BRAGG shares video for new single 'Ten Mysterious Photos That Can’t Be Explained' - Watch Now
Gigs

BILLY BRAGG shares video for new single ‘Ten Mysterious Photos That Can’t Be Explained’ – Watch Now

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Billy Bragg has released new single ‘Ten Mysterious Photos That Can’t Be Explained’ today on the Cooking Vinyl label. Saving the best ‘til last, ‘Ten Mysterious Photos…’ is the final track on Billy’s recently announced […]

THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Show Your Face (worriedaboutsatan Remix)’
Gigs

THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Show Your Face (worriedaboutsatan Remix)’

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of her critically-lauded Top 40 album The Art of Losing, Welsh producer and multi-instrumentalist The Anchoress (aka Catherine Anne Davies) has shared a remix of the BBC 6 Music playlisted single ‘Show […]

THE STRANGLERS release new single and video ‘If Something’s Gonna Kill Me (It Might As Well Be Love)’ - Watch Now
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THE STRANGLERS release new single and video ‘If Something’s Gonna Kill Me (It Might As Well Be Love)’ – Watch Now

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Out now, The Stranglers’ newest single ‘If Something’s Gonna Kill Me (It Might As Well Be Love)’ is the latest offering from the upcoming album Dark Matters, due for release on 10th September 2021. Written […]

KUBIX FESTIVAL returns to Herrington Park in Sunderland on Saturday 2nd and Friday 8th October 3
Gigs

KUBIX FESTIVAL returns to Herrington Park in Sunderland on Saturday 2nd and Friday 8th October

August 5, 2021 XS Noize

Kubix Festival returns to Herrington Park in Sunderland on Saturday 2nd and Friday 8th October, with their best lineup yet! Each day will host some incredible live acts and DJ’s performing across two stages in […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS send for Twitter on slick new single 'Handshake Agreement'
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WE ARE SCIENTISTS send for Twitter on slick new single ‘Handshake Agreement’

August 5, 2021 XS Noize

Following the new album and tour announcement, We Are Scientists deliver another tantalising taste of the Huffy universe today.  Thematically following on from the previous release ‘Fault Lines’, the new track takes aim at social […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Fake Shark - Quicksand
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Fake Shark – Quicksand

August 5, 2021 XS Noize

After the much-anticipated release of their latest single ‘Time for the Future’, Canada’s most exciting alt-pop band Fake Shark are all set for the release of their next track ‘Quicksand’. Embodying 00’s drum patterns and […]

Rising Irish artist LUZ shares her brand-new single ‘permanent +1’
Gigs

Rising Irish artist LUZ shares her brand-new single ‘permanent +1’

August 5, 2021 XS Noize

Irish artist Luz has today revealed her brand-new single ‘permanent +1’, out now via global artist services company Platoon. Recorded between Dublin and London with producer JMAC (Haux, Rosie Carney, Matilda Mann), the track is […]

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