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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
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          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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

          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

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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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RAZORLIGHT announce headline UK tour for December
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RAZORLIGHT announce headline UK tour for December

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Having just released their brand new single ‘Cops And Robbers’ – hot on the heels of last year’s critically-acclaimed comeback album Olympus Sleeping – Razorlight have announced details of a headline UK tour for December, […]

US pop-punk trio WATERPARKS announce headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio, Saturday 25th January
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US pop-punk trio WATERPARKS announce headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio, Saturday 25th January

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

US pop-punk trio Waterparks are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Studio on Saturday 25th January 2020. The band release their new album FANDOM on October 11, 2019, via Hopeless Records. […]

DAVID HASSELHOFF covers The Jesus & Mary Chain’s 'Head On' - Listen Now
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DAVID HASSELHOFF covers The Jesus & Mary Chain’s ‘Head On’ – Listen Now

September 24, 2019 XS Noize

Iconic star of the screen and stage and multi-platinum selling singer David Hasselhoff will be releasing his new album Open Your Eyes on September 27. The album is a new peak in an already illustrious […]

SAM FENDER Announces Huge Spring 2020 UK Headline Tour
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SAM FENDER Announces Huge Spring 2020 UK Headline Tour

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is very pleased to celebrate his debut album hitting number 1 last week, with news of a new headline tour for next Spring. The shows will include a night at London’s Alexandra Palace, […]

OH WONDER share unplugged video for new single 'Hallelujah'
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OH WONDER share unplugged video for new single ‘Hallelujah’

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Oh Wonder recently made a magnificent and much welcome return with their brand new single ‘Hallelujah’. They celebrated the release with a launch party at Colours Hoxton – a surprise show that sold out in […]

JIMMY EAT WORLD announce new album 'Surviving' and UK shows
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JIMMY EAT WORLD announce new album ‘Surviving’ and UK shows

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Jimmy Eat World today announce details of their 10th studio album Surviving, released on 18th October via The Orchard / RCA Records. The acclaimed Arizona four-piece also reveal the first dates of Surviving, The Tour […]

IRON MAIDEN to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th
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IRON MAIDEN to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

IRON MAIDEN will return to Northern Ireland next year to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 15th for what will be one of only two homecoming UK festival shows in 2020. They’ve spent […]

TRICKY announces two UK live shows + shares new song, 'Makes Me Wonder'
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TRICKY announces two UK live shows + shares new song, ‘Makes Me Wonder’

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Tricky has today announced two UK live shows, in Brighton and London, for October. They accompany additional events and signings for his long-awaited forthcoming autobiography ‘Hell is Round The Corner’, published by Blink on 31st […]

THIS ISLAND unveil video for 'Into Stars' from upcoming EP
New Music

THIS ISLAND unveil video for ‘Into Stars’ from upcoming EP

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

This Island represents a union of the Liverpool music scene. A federation of talents; of performers, composers, producers, supporters, poets and occasional dancers; a meeting place made easy and welcoming for anyone from anywhere. Influences […]

LEWIS CAPALDI returns to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st
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LEWIS CAPALDI returns to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish superstar Lewis Capaldi will return to Northern Ireland next year to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Sunday, June 21st for what will be his largest ever Belfast show to date. 2019 has […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce UK & European Tour for 2020
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CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce UK & European Tour for 2020

September 23, 2019 XS Noize

Following a monster North American co-headline tour with Beck and with the release of their critically acclaimed album, ‘Social Cues’, earlier this year, Grammy-Award winning band Cage The Elephant have announced a UK and European […]

INTERVIEW: Taylor Johnson of Castlerock five-piece Brand New Friend 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Taylor Johnson of Castlerock five-piece Brand New Friend

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

Castlerock five-piece Brand New Friend will play a headline show at The Limelight 2 in Belfast on 21st September 2019 – the final gig of their ‘Nothing Stays the Same’ tour. Mark Millar caught up […]

THE SCRIPT share their brand new single ‘The Last Time’ - Watch Video
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THE SCRIPT share their brand new single ‘The Last Time’ – Watch Video

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

After five albums, 10.8 million album sales, 6 billion streams and 1.8 million ticket sales, The Script are going back to the script. As one of the world’s most successful bands, the Irish alt-pop trio […]

INTERVIEW: Mark Morriss discusses his fourth solo album, ‘Look Up’ 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Mark Morriss discusses his fourth solo album, ‘Look Up’

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

Mark Morriss releases his fourth solo album ‘Look Up’ today via independent record label Reckless Yes. Perhaps best known as the frontman of indie band The Bluetones, Mark Morriss is now well into a solo […]

DEPECHE MODE announce the release of the new documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest 2
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DEPECHE MODE announce the release of the new documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

Depeche Mode, along with Trafalgar Releasing, Sony Music Entertainment and BBH Entertainment, are excited to announce the upcoming release of the new feature-length documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest, coming to cinemas worldwide […]

ELBOW - Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020
Gigs

ELBOW – Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

elbow, who release their eighth studio album, ‘Giants of All Sizes’, on October 11th have announced an extensive tour across the UK for March and April of 2020. The tour is elbow’s most comprehensive set of […]

Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single 'All The Things' - Watch Now 2
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Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single ‘All The Things’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Today, electronic duo Blue Hawaii (comprised of Raphaelle “Ra” Standell-Preston and Alex “Agor” Kerby) share their second single “All The Things” from their forthcoming album Open Reduction Internal Fixation out 11 October. On the new […]

ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single "Land Of Dead" - Listen Now
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ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single “Land Of Dead” – Listen Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

After taking time to explore new collaborations and sounds (MIEN, Acid House Ragas) and remixes for paisley underground legends (The Dream Syndicate) and French pop-auteurs Tahiti80, Montreal’s Elephant Stone are back today with new single, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marchildon - 'One Night Stand' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marchildon – ‘One Night Stand’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Owen Marchildon is a Toronto based songwriter and guitarist. He has been part of the Toronto music scene since 2002 when he played bass for the critically lauded, now defunct Math Rock Quartet, From Fiction. […]

NEW RULES have announced a headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on 16 February
Gigs

NEW RULES have announced a headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on 16 February

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following their sold-out 2019 headline tour, a major tour for 2020 including a Show at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast on 16 February. Tickets go on sale Friday 20th September from all usual outlets. […]

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