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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          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 […]

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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
          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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          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. […]

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TRACEY THORN Announces new album 'Record', - Check Out Video For First Single
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TRACEY THORN Announces new album ‘Record’, – Check Out Video For First Single

January 17, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Tracey Thorn reveals her new single Queen, the first single to be taken from her first solo album of entirely original material for seven years. The record will be released on 2nd March 2018 […]

TWISTED WHEEL Return with the Snakes & Ladders Spring 2018 Tour
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TWISTED WHEEL Return with the Snakes & Ladders Spring 2018 Tour

January 16, 2018 XS Noize

As some of you may have already heard, Twisted Wheel is back and as always, it’s with a bang! For Twisted Wheel, Snakes and Ladders is not just a board game, it’s a CV. Born […]

EDITORS unveil new single 'Magazine', taken forthcoming album 'Violence' - Listen Now! 1
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EDITORS unveil new single ‘Magazine’, taken forthcoming album ‘Violence’ – Listen Now!

January 16, 2018 XS Noize

Editors today unveil their new single ‘Magazine’, taken from forthcoming album ‘Violence’. A dizzyingly bright, yet barbed opening salvo, ‘Magazine’ marks an intriguing stylistic shift for Editors. The single, the band’s first in three years, […]

U2 Include Belfast in Their 2018 eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour
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U2 Include Belfast in Their 2018 eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour

January 16, 2018 XS Noize

Live Nation has today confirmed dates for the European leg of U2’s upcoming eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour. Kicking off in Tulsa, Oklahoma on 2nd May, the European tour will begin in Berlin on 31 st […]

SKELHORN Unveils Debut Single 'A Wondrous Place of Our Own' - Listen Now!
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SKELHORN Unveils Debut Single ‘A Wondrous Place of Our Own’ – Listen Now!

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

Skelhorn’s music reflects the past and glimpses the future, fusing his acoustic roots with a passion for electronica via his wonderfully authentic vocals. Think Tarantino meets Morricone, a dusting of Twin Peaks and a shot […]

JOHN BRAMWELL Announces New Solo Album - ‘Leave Alone The Empty Spaces’
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JOHN BRAMWELL Releases New Single ‘From The Shore’ – Listen Now!

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

Having just completed a solo tour of the UK, I Am Kloot’s songwriter and frontman, John Bramwell, announces the release of his new single ‘From The Shore’. Available from Friday 12th January, the track is […]

LEA PORCELAIN Unveil gothic-themed new video ‘Gotta Run’ from forthcoming EP
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LEA PORCELAIN Unveil gothic-themed new video ‘Gotta Run’ from forthcoming EP

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

Berlin’s post-punk heroes LEA PORCELAIN pre-empt the release of their brand new EP due this April with the unveiling of a hauntingly, powerful video for ‘Gotta Run’. The band detail the video: “The video shows […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
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WOLF ALICE nominated for a BRIT Award for a second time

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

Wolf Alice have been nominated for British Group at The BRIT Awards 2018, the second time the band have been nominated following their shortlisting for British Breakthrough Act in 2016. Wolf Alice’s nomination caps a […]

TURIN BRAKES - Announce New Album 'Invisible Storm'- Released January 26th
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TURIN BRAKES – Release Acoustic Version of New Single ‘Wait’ from New album ‘Invisible Storm’

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

Turin Brakes Turin Brakes have released an acoustic version of their recent single ‘Wait’. When asked to describe the new tune, singer Olly Knights mused: “This acoustic version of Wait is simply what Turin Brakes […]

THE ORIELLES Announce details of ‘ Blue Suitcase (Disco Wrist)’ & Rough Trade in-stores.
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THE ORIELLES Announce details of ‘ Blue Suitcase (Disco Wrist)’ & Rough Trade in-stores.

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

One of the most exciting young bands in the country right now, Halifax’s fast-rising The Orielles have announced details of Blue Suitcase (Disco Wrist), the latest track to be taken from their forthcoming debut album, […]

Van Morrison returns to the Belfast Waterfront on Sunday 18th December for one night only.
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VAN MORRISON To Play Millennium Forum, Derry: Sunday 6 May

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

The multi award winning singer, composer and performer will be showcasing songs from his most recent studio albums Roll with the Punches and Versatile – as well as dipping into some of his greatest and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ezra Furman - Transangelic Exodus
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ALBUM REVIEW: Ezra Furman – Transangelic Exodus

January 15, 2018 Michael Barron

In 2015, Ezra Furman, gained exposure for his infectious single, Restless Year, taken from his last album, Perpetual Motion People. Ezra is an interesting and exciting individual. He is an out, “gender non-conforming, Shabbat-observing (Jew)” […]

INTERVIEW: Baz Warne - 'There is still so much enthusiasm and affection for the Stranglers' 1
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INTERVIEW: Baz Warne – ‘There is still so much enthusiasm and affection for the Stranglers’

January 15, 2018 XS Noize

The Stranglers will be hitting the road again in March 2018, this time with The Definitive Tour. With the vast catalogue of material that the Stranglers have in their recorded arsenal, it is never easy […]

FIELD MUSIC Share New Single "TIME IN JOY"- Listen Now!
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FIELD MUSIC Share New Single “TIME IN JOY”- Listen Now!

January 13, 2018 XS Noize

Field Music, helmed by Sunderland siblings Peter and David Brewis, recently announced details of their sixth album Open Here (released 2nd February 2018 on Memphis Industries). Today they share its lead single “Time In Joy”, […]

Liverpool, 5 piece band HEGARTY release debut album, 'Selling Your Soul To Sanity'
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Liverpool, 5 piece band HEGARTY release debut album, ‘Selling Your Soul To Sanity’

January 13, 2018 XS Noize

Hailing from Liverpool, 5 piece band Hegarty was formed in 2014 when David, Waka and Chris decided to record a few songs they had been working on together. Igga joined soon after recruiting Alex along […]

GAZ COOMBES Announces brand new album, 'WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN' - listen to first track "DEEP POCKETS"
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GAZ COOMBES Announces brand new album, ‘WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN’ – listen to first track “DEEP POCKETS”

January 10, 2018 XS Noize

World’s Strongest Man is the magnificent third solo album by Gaz Coombes. Inspired variously by Grayson Perry’s The Descent of Man, Frank Ocean’s Blonde, Californian weed, British woodlands, unchecked masculinity, Neu! and hip-hop (and a […]

CULTS - Share Video for ‘Right Words’ and ‘Natural State’
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CULTS – Share Video for ‘Right Words’ and ‘Natural State’

January 10, 2018 XS Noize

Today New York duo Cults share a video which features two tracks from their recent release, the critically acclaimed album ‘Offering’: “Right Words” and “Natural State.” Shot in LA, the video is a crossover of […]

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG shares self-directed video filmed in her father Serge Gainsbourg's home
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CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG – Announces European and Japanese dates

January 10, 2018 XS Noize

Charlotte Gainsbourg, who recently released her new album ‘Rest’ to widespread critical acclaim, has announced a string of European and Japanese shows in early 2018. The Village Underground show on 29th March will be Gainsbourg’s […]

LOST HORIZONS (Feat. Simon Raymonde / Cocteau Twins) Announce Belfast Show At The Limelight 2 in April
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LOST HORIZONS (Feat. Simon Raymonde / Cocteau Twins) Announce Belfast Show At The Limelight 2 in April

January 10, 2018 XS Noize

Bella Union founder Simon Raymonde and musician Richie Thomas are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show with their new collaboration, Lost Horizons at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 25th April 2018. Their stunning debut […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Wrong Creatures
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ALBUM REVIEW: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club – Wrong Creatures

January 10, 2018 Michael Barron

Twenty years ago Black Rebel Motor Cycle Club (BRMC) formed. Taking their name from Marlon Brando’s motorcycle gang in the 1953 film, The Wild One; BRMC returns with their eighth album, Wrong Creatures (produced by […]

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