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          Razorlight Announce Belfast Show For ‘Razorlight’ 20th Anniversary Tour

          June 12, 2026

          Razorlight will play The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, as part of their Razorlight 20th anniversary tour. The UK and Ireland dates will celebrate 20 years since the release of the band’s […]

          Makeshift Art Bar
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          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
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          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

        • 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: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

        • 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
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

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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 View's frontman KYLE FALCONER will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th
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The View’s frontman KYLE FALCONER will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

After five hit albums, a Mercury Prize nomination and countless sold-out shows with The View, the band’s frontman Kyle Falconer will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th on Riverman Records. A […]

Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1
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Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

Pedigree Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1 on Friday 23rd November 2018. Cast is set to release two new ‘vinyl’ only packages in November 2018 […]

THE MOUSE OUTFIT drop third studio album, the 17 track ’JAGGED TOOTH CROOK’ on Friday
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THE MOUSE OUTFIT drop third studio album, the 17 track ’JAGGED TOOTH CROOK’ on Friday

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

Formed by Chini and Defty in South Manchester, The Mouse Outfit cut their teeth as a live band for a Hip Hop open mic night called In The Loop. It was at these events that […]

MIDDLEMIST RED embark on a UK tour in May 2018
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MIDDLEMIST RED embark on a UK tour in May 2018

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

Hungary’s most evolving band are about to embark on a UK tour. If you’re not aware of Middlemist Red just yet you really need to be, they produce atmospheric Psych Rock that is absolutely second […]

PLANET Release Debut EP ‘Waking Eight’, Out Today - Listen to Track
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PLANET Release Debut EP ‘Waking Eight’, Out Today – Listen to Track

May 1, 2018 XS Noize

Up until now, PLANET has been harbouring the gorgeous collection, only letting recent singles ‘Aching Dream’ and ‘Save.Sold’ out to breathe. As vocalist Matty Took explains, the release has been a long time coming. With […]

BELLY Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Wednesday August 22nd
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BELLY Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Wednesday August 22nd

May 1, 2018 XS Noize

Palestinian-Canadian hip hop recording artist Belly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018. A politically revolutionary pop writer, Belly was born in Jenin, Palestine, but […]

THE CHARLATANS Release New Single "Plastic Machinery" Off Forthcoming Album - Listen
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THE CHARLATANS Take Over Northwich For Their Own Festival – May 2018

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS have confirmed some almighty plans; four live dates and their own festival in their hometown, Northwich. The band will headline four shows at Northwich Memorial Court on Monday 14th, Wednesday 16th, Thursday 17th […]

MIKE SKINNER announces THE STREETS will embark on a run of UK dates in early 2019
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MIKE SKINNER announces THE STREETS will embark on a run of UK dates in early 2019

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Mike Skinner has today announced The Streets will embark on a new run of UK dates in early 2019. The news arrives fresh off the back of his sold-out The Darker The Shadow The Brighter […]

REEF unveil VIDEO for 'My Sweet Love' (feat. Sheryl Crow) - Watch Now
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REEF unveil VIDEO for ‘My Sweet Love’ (feat. Sheryl Crow) – Watch Now

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Reef have unveiled the video for their Radio 2 playlisted new single ‘My Sweet Love”, which features a guest vocal from Sheryl Crow. ‘My Sweet Love’ is taken from ‘Revelation’, Reef’s first new studio album […]

Irish Indie Rockers THE ACADEMIC share new video for 'Different'
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Irish Indie Rockers THE ACADEMIC share new video for ‘Different’

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Irish indie rockers The Academic, have shared a new video for their hit single ‘Different’ (watch here). Serving a Black Mirror-esque take on the music industry, the clip follows the four-piece as they meet with […]

Liverpool five-piece PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION return with their new single ‘The Off Button’
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Liverpool five-piece PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION return with their new single ‘The Off Button’

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Fast-rising Liverpool five-piece Paris Youth Foundation returns with their new single ‘The Off Button’, released via Kissability on May 4th. Produced by Joe Rubel at Urchin Studio, and mixed by Cenzo Townshend, the song is, […]

UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey bring their ‘A Real Labour Of Love and 40th Anniversary Tour’ to The SSE Arena + 3Arena
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UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey bring their ‘A Real Labour Of Love and 40th Anniversary Tour’ to The SSE Arena + 3Arena

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Following the release of ‘A Real Labour Of Love’ – their most successful album for 25 years, UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey have today announced they will bring their highly anticipated ‘A Real Labour […]

SUEDE announce their eighth studio album The Blue Hour, released on the 21st September 1
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SUEDE announce their eighth studio album The Blue Hour, released on the 21st September

April 30, 2018 XS Noize

Suede are delighted to announce their eighth studio album The Blue Hour, released on Warner Music on the 21st September. Produced and mixed by Alan Moulder at Assault & Battery Studios, The Blue Hour is […]

EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Singer-songwriter Craig Paddock Shares Music Video for "Old and Grey"
Video Premiere

EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Singer-songwriter Craig Paddock Shares Music Video for “Old and Grey”

April 27, 2018 XS Noize

Today we are pleased to exclusively premiere the new video for ‘Old and Grey’ from singer-songwriter Craig Paddock. Craig Paddock is no newcomer to the music scene. Originally from New Orleans, Craig’s first stint was […]

JET “Get Born” Live Show Announced @ The Limelight 1, Belfast Friday July 20th
Gigs

JET “Get Born” Live Show Announced @ The Limelight 1, Belfast Friday July 20th

April 26, 2018 XS Noize

Australian rockers JET are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on July 20th, 2018 performing their debut album ‘GET BORN’ in full. In early 2017, one of Australia’s most successful […]

GIRLS NAMES share new track, "Karoline". from forthcoming album 'Stains on Silence' 1
Gigs

GIRLS NAMES share new track, “Karoline”. from forthcoming album ‘Stains on Silence’

April 26, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new album ‘Stains on Silence’, set for release on June 15th via Tough Love Records, Belfast’s Girls Names have shared a second glimpse of the record, with the album’s […]

INTERVIEW: Mike Peters of The Alarm on his 24Hr Transatlantic Tour for Record Store Day 1
Gigs

THE ALARM announce brand new album ‘EQUALS, first in eight years

April 26, 2018 XS Noize

Following band frontman Mike Peters’ major undertaking for last week’s Record Store Day – which saw him perform at record shops in London, New York and Los Angeles in a three-stop transcontinental trip within 24 […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND Announce Debut Album ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ out 27th APRIL
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Taylor Johnson of BRAND NEW FRIEND – “We made an album by accident”

April 26, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from a UK tour with Pretty Vicious and Irish dates with Feeder, Castlerock’s BRAND NEW FRIEND release their debut album. ‘Seatbelts For Aeroplanes’ Friday 27th April. The band, who began as a duo with […]

SEATBELTS Release their second single, 'A World Drained Of Wonder' - Listen Now
The Listening Post

SEATBELTS Release their second single, ‘A World Drained Of Wonder’ – Listen Now

April 25, 2018 XS Noize

Announcing themselves to the world with the upbeat earworm ‘Hey, Hey Tiger!’ Liverpool quartet Seatbelts have announced details of their new single ‘A World Drained Of Wonder’ ahead of a flurry of summer shows. The […]

Sonic Soul Collective THE WINACHI TRIBE return with new single 'Transition' - Watch Video
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Sonic Soul Collective THE WINACHI TRIBE return with new single ‘Transition’ – Watch Video

April 25, 2018 XS Noize

“Sonic Soul Collective THE WINACHI TRIBE return with new single ‘Transition’…a filthy slice of Electronic Funk….Fresh off the back of their debut headline U.S tour of California. Video’s to previous singles ‘Time For Love’ & […]

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