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        • Jack White
          News

          Jack White announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour with Belfast Telegraph Building date

          April 9, 2026

          Jack White has today announced plans for a wide-ranging 2026 headline tour. White and his band will also cross the Atlantic for a series of shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, including a night […]

          Nerina Pallot
          News

          Nerina Pallot announces Royal Albert Hall show and first ‘Best Of’ album

          April 9, 2026

          The BRIT and Ivor Novello nominee Nerina Pallot is in the midst of an organic resurgence. Building a powerful personal connection directly with fans led to her selling out the London Palladium in 2024 – […]

          Babyshambles
          News

          Babyshambles bring the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ to Belfast’s Limelight

          April 9, 2026

          After eleven long years Babyshambles returned to the stage for the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ at the end of 2025. The tour coincided with the 20th anniversary release of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          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 […]

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MUFFIN to release debut self-titled EP in March - Listen to new single
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MUFFIN to release debut self-titled EP in March – Listen to new single

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

MUFFIN is the answer to the question, ‘what happens if you put Grunge, Punk, Indie and Rock in one big pot and mix it all together?’ It’s explosive, energetic, heavy music that you can dance […]

BIRDS OF HELL'S new single 'I Love Saturday Night' to be released in March
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BIRDS OF HELL’S new single ‘I Love Saturday Night’ to be released in March

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

March 16th, 2018 sees the release of Birds Of Hell’s new single ‘I Love Saturday Night’; a scummy ode to nights on the town. Birds Of Hell is the work of Pete Murdoch. He comes […]

SEAN McGOWAN - Announces 'Son Of The Smith' album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates
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SEAN McGOWAN – Announces ‘Son Of The Smith’ album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Seán McGowan is excited to announce the release of his debut album, Son of the Smith, through Xtra Mile Recordings on 11 May 2018. The first single taken from the album is ‘Off the Rails’, out […]

THE LOVELY EGGS share video for "Wiggy Giggy" + Announce May Tour Dates
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THE LOVELY EGGS share video for “Wiggy Giggy” + Announce May Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Currently in the middle of their sold-out UK tour supported by Phill Jupitus as Porky The Poet and Mr Ben and The Bens, The Lovely Eggs reveal the mind-melting new video for their new single […]

KATIE LAFFAN, named 50 people to watch in 2018, drops inspiring and spacey new video
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KATIE LAFFAN, named 50 people to watch in 2018, drops inspiring and spacey new video

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Recently named by the Irish Times as one of their 50 people to watch in 2018, Katie Laffan has never been an artist to stand still. From a debut EP of lo-fi funk to the […]

PADDY HANNA is set to release his new album 'Frankly I mutate' on March 2nd
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PADDY HANNA is set to release his new album ‘Frankly I mutate’ on March 2nd

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Paddy Hanna is set to release his new album Frankly I mutate on March 2nd. Paddy’s career to date has not been conventional. A cult figure in the Dublin music scene, he has released numerous […]

OLDEN YOLK share "Cut To The Quick" video, from debut self-titled album due 23rd Feb + announce UK live dates
The Listening Post

OLDEN YOLK share “Cut To The Quick” video, from debut self-titled album due 23rd Feb + announce UK live dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Olden Yolk, the New York-based group led by songwriters, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists Shane Butler (of Quilt) and Caity Shaffer, are set to release their self-titled debut album on February 23rd via Trouble In Mind. After […]

COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album - Tell Me How You Really Feel
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COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album – Tell Me How You Really Feel

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Earlier this week, Courtney Barnett teased fans with this video , which was then followed by mysterious billboards popping up in major cities around the world. Next indie record stores worldwide unexpectedly received vinyl copies […]

DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour
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DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Seminal Britrock power-pop trio Dodgy have been announced as the opening act on the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour in May. With 12 Top 40 singles and over a million sales worldwide, Dodgy produced some […]

EMBRACE Release New Single 'NEVER', from New Album 'LOVE IS A BASIC NEED' - Listen Now!
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EMBRACE release album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Embrace have released album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day, which follows recent releases The Finish Line, Wake Up Call and Never, all taken from their forthcoming new album LOVE […]

UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1
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UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS have announced a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday, June 16th, 2018. Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel, the man famous for his shiny bald head and giant personality, […]

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Easter unveil the new video for 'Suicidal Kiss' - Watch Now!
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VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Easter unveil the new video for ‘Suicidal Kiss’ – Watch Now!

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Easter unveils the new video for Suicidal Kiss, the first single to be taken from the forthcoming album Meander Lines, released 30/03 on Super Smash Hit Records. Directed by Sam Alder using his own feedback […]

SWIMMING GIRLS share video for 'Back Of Your Car'
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SWIMMING GIRLS share video for ‘Back Of Your Car’

February 13, 2018 XS Noize

Swimming Girls have shared the brilliant video for their trailblazing single ‘Back Of Your Car’ – out now on Yucatan Records. ‘Back Of Your Car’ is the biggest and brightest statement to come from the […]

DMA'S share video for single 'In The Air' + announce album 2 'For Now' 1
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DMA’S share video for single ‘In The Air’ + announce album 2 ‘For Now’

February 13, 2018 XS Noize

Sydney trio DMA’S made a huge impression with their 2016 debut album ‘Hills End’, which became a Gold-selling smash at home and a word-of-mouth hit here in the UK. Now the band have raised their […]

Dagga Domes feat Kit Monteith from Foals and Trophy Wife unveil hypnotic new video 'Spent My Love
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Dagga Domes feat Kit Monteith from Foals and Trophy Wife unveil hypnotic new video ‘Spent My Love

February 12, 2018 XS Noize

Cult French label Embrace are pleased to announce details of the UK debut from Oxford’s worst kept secret. Dagga Domes, the moniker for the pop infused electronic wunderkind endeavours of Kit Monteith, Jeremy Moors and […]

Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday May 04th
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Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday May 04th

February 12, 2018 XS Noize

Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday, May 04th 2018. Hosted by Blindboy, of the Rubberbandits prepare for a night of comedy, storytelling, music and the unexpected. Celebrating its […]

JOHN BRAMWELL Announces New Solo Album - ‘Leave Alone The Empty Spaces’
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: John Bramwell – Leave Alone the Empty Spaces

February 12, 2018 Lori Gava

John Bramwell has been a fixture in the UK entertainment firmament for decades and is best known as a member in the Alternative Rock trio I Am Kloot. On February 2, 2018, he released his […]

NILE RODGERS & CHIC + SOUL II SOUL announced for open-air summer party at Belsonic in June
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NILE RODGERS & CHIC + SOUL II SOUL announced for open-air summer party at Belsonic in June

February 12, 2018 XS Noize

Belsonic in association with Magners have announced that Nile Rodgers will bring his legendary band CHIC to Belfast for an open-air summer party at Belsonic on Friday 15 June 2018. The iconic funk band will […]

THE FRATELLIS Share Video For New Single 'Stand Up Tragedy' - Watch Now!
Gigs

THE FRATELLIS release new single ‘Starcrossed Losers’ – Listen Now!

February 9, 2018 XS Noize

The Fratellis are back with another little taster from their upcoming fifth studio album In Your Own Sweet Time, released by Cooking Vinyl 16th March. Starcrossed Losers is a raucous Romeo & Juliet riff that […]

Rising star CAITLYN SCARLETT unveils stunning new video for ‘Happy When’
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Rising star CAITLYN SCARLETT unveils stunning new video for ‘Happy When’

February 9, 2018 XS Noize

Rising star Caitlyn Scarlett, described by The Line of Best Fit as ‘being on the verge of something big’, pre-empts the release of her forthcoming EP ‘Red Tape, Vol. 2’ due 2018 with details of […]

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