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        • DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

          AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

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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: 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
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          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
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          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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        • 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. […]

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        • The Hoosiers
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          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
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          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 […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

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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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TRACK OF THE DAY: DEMOB HAPPY - 'Wash It Down' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: DEMOB HAPPY – ‘Wash It Down’ – Listen

July 15, 2015 XS Noize

Following their critically acclaimed ‘Succubus’ single and Young & Numb EP, Brighton’s rising garage rock force Demob Happy assert themselves as one of the UK’s most exciting new bands with ‘Wash It Down’, the roaring […]

THE SUGARCUBES - to reissue 'Life's Too Good' album in green vinyl
New Music

THE SUGARCUBES – to reissue ‘Life’s Too Good’ album in green vinyl

July 14, 2015 XS Noize

It’s sometimes hard to recall just how much of an impact The Sugarcubes debut single ‘Birthday’ made when it’s magical off-kilter melody first hit the airwaves via John Peel’s show in the later part of […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ALAN MAIR - STAIRWAY TO HELL - (video)
Album Reviews

TRACK OF THE DAY: ALAN MAIR – STAIRWAY TO HELL – (video)

July 14, 2015 XS Noize

Musical icon of The Only Ones returns with a powerful follow up to his first single “Four Winds”. Written, sung and produced by Alan Mair ‘Stairway to Hell’ is an accumulation of his experiences and […]

THE WINACHI TRIBE - Release debut track 'Time For Love' 20th July
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Liam from THE WINACHI TRIBE

July 13, 2015 XS Noize

The psychedelic funk of George Clinton, the brooding menace of Massive Attack, the rolling hypnotic beats of Happy Mondays and the vision and flow of Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five are all essential ingredients […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: SPECTOR - 'STAY HIGH' (video)
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: SPECTOR – ‘STAY HIGH’ (video)

July 13, 2015 XS Noize

Having impressed fans and critics alike with previous singles ‘All The Sad Young Men’ and ‘Bad Boyfriend’, Spector return with new single ‘Stay High’ released August 21st on Fiction Records. Taken from their eagerly anticipated […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS - Chasing Yesterday
New Music

NOEL GALLAGHER’s HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce new single – “LOCK ALL THE DOORS” (watch video)

July 13, 2015 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will release ‘Lock All the Doors’ on August 28th. The track is the fourth single to be released from the hugely successful No 1 album ‘Chasing Yesterday’. ‘Lock All The […]

THE PRODIGY announce 'THE NIGHT IS MY FRIEND' EP for July release
New Music

THE PRODIGY – announce Scottish arena dates & reveal ‘GET YOUR FIGHT ON’ video

July 13, 2015 XS Noize

Following their headlining set at T In The Park this weekend, The Prodigy reveal an incendiary video for album favourite ‘Get Your Fight On’. Filmed live onstage while also giving GoPro cameras to members of […]

ROSE MCDOWALL announces reissue of  'Cut With The Cake Knife'
New Music

ROSE MCDOWALL announces reissue of ‘Cut With The Cake Knife’

July 9, 2015 XS Noize

Born in times of difficulty and adventure, Cut With The Cake Knife is the debut album from Rose McDowall, solo-artist and ex-member of cult pop group Strawberry Switchblade. Originally recorded in 1988-89 and now re-mastered […]

THE WINACHI TRIBE - Release debut track 'Time For Love' 20th July
New Music

THE WINACHI TRIBE – Unveil New Video Starring Keith Allen – Watch

July 9, 2015 XS Noize

The psychedelic funk of George Clinton, the brooding menace of Massive Attack, the rolling hypnotic beats of Happy Mondays and the vision and flow of Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five are all essential ingredients […]

Introducing... LOCK - Debut Single 'Click' - Listen
Competitions

WIN: ltd edition cassette single of ‘Click’ the debut single from ‘LOCK’

July 9, 2015 XS Noize

Sisters Edie and Gita aka Lock, release their debut single ‘Click’ via Raygun Records on July 10th. The track is a sinister, slinky, stripped-down showcase for Edie and Gita’s sultry voices. We have 2 very […]

BECK: UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “DREAMS” - Listen
New Music

BECK – “DREAMS” AT 5 MILLION STREAMS & COUNTING

July 8, 2015 XS Noize

How does one of the most innovative and acclaimed artists of the last two centuries follow up a first ever GRAMMY Album of the Year victory for his “instant folk-rock classic” Morning Phase? If one […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: GIRLS NAMES - 'A HUNGER ARTIST' - Listen
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: GIRLS NAMES – ‘A HUNGER ARTIST’ – Listen

July 8, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from ‘Reticence’, the acclaimed first cut – and opening salvo – from their forthcoming third full-length album, Arms Around a Vision (due October 2nd on Tough Love Records), today Belfast’s Girls Names return […]

SONIA STEIN - RELEASES BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR 'DEMENTED MIND'
New Music

SONIA STEIN – RELEASES BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR ‘DEMENTED MIND’

July 8, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from her debut EP ‘Symbol’ which featured the single ‘Waiting’, Sonia Stein will release her eagerly awaited new single ‘Demented Mind’ on August 14. ‘Demented Mind’ is a minimal yet hugely atmospheric track, […]

KATE BOY - announce new single 'Midnight Sun' - listen
New Music

KATE BOY – announce new single ‘Midnight Sun’ – listen

July 8, 2015 XS Noize

Kate Boy make a powerful return with the announcement of their new single ‘Midnight Sun’. ‘Midnight Sun’ follows on from recent releases, ‘Higher’ and ‘Self Control’ and will be featured on their debut album set […]

THE DEAD WEATHER - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM DODGE & BURN
New Music

THE DEAD WEATHER – ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM DODGE & BURN

July 8, 2015 XS Noize

Way back in October 2013, The Dead Weather and Third Man Records announced an incredibly special 7” featuring “Open Up (That’s Enough)” b/w “Rough Detective” as part of Vault Package #18. These two tracks were […]

Andy Bell - Torsten The Bareback Saint
New Music

ANDY BELL: to release ‘Variance’ The ‘Torsten the Bareback Saint’ Remixes/ 4 September 2015

July 7, 2015 XS Noize

Andy Bell’s critically acclaimed electro-acoustic cabaret show and album ‘Torsten The Bareback Saint’ was a brave and unexpected career move in 2014 from his comfort zone of being lead singer with Erasure, one of the […]

The ENEMY - announce 4th Album 'It's Automatic' and UK Tour Dates
New Music

THE ENEMY Reveal Taster Track ‘Don’t Let Nothing Get In The Way’ from Upcoming Album ‘It’s Automatic’

July 7, 2015 XS Noize

THE ENEMY return to WARNER Records, with whom they released their debut album, in 2007, to release their eagerly anticipated 4th studio album. All previous three Albums have charted in the Top Ten, with debut […]

NEW ORDER - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM: 'MUSIC COMPLETE' - Listen to track
Gigs

NEW ORDER – Announce European Tour + Special Guests on New Album

July 7, 2015 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their first full studio release in a decade, Music Complete, out on 25 September 2015, New Order have announced details of the very special guests on the album: Brandon Flowers, Iggy […]

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Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION – ‘Give Up Your Dreams’ – Listen

July 7, 2015 XS Noize

The Phoenix Foundation return with new single ‘Give Up Your Dreams,’. The song is is frank and funny de-glamourisation of life in a band spurred on by a conversation with dear friend, collaborator, and fellow […]

The ENEMY - announce 4th Album 'It's Automatic' and UK Tour Dates
New Music

The ENEMY – announce 4th Album ‘It’s Automatic’ and UK Tour Dates

July 6, 2015 XS Noize

THE ENEMY return to WARNER Records, with whom they released their debut album, in 2007, to release their eagerly anticipated 4th studio album. All previous three Albums have charted in the Top Ten, with debut […]

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