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          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

          EELS
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          EELS Announce New Album ‘Cookie Happened’ And Share ‘Cap In Hand’

          June 16, 2026

          EELS have announced their 16th studio album, Cookie Happened, set for release on October 16 via E Works / Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s first single, “Cap […]

          Jesus Jones
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          Jesus Jones Announce New Album ‘Twilight’ And ‘Doubt’ 35th Anniversary UK Tour

          June 16, 2026

          Jesus Jones have announced their eighth album, Twilight, their first new full-length release in eight years. The band have also shared the album’s first single, “Shot In The Chevy,” which is available to stream now. […]

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          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 […]

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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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 […]

          The Proclaimers
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Proclaimers Bring Heart, Humour And Timeless Anthems To Live At Chelsea

          June 14, 2026

          Before Scottish twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid brought their unmistakable harmonies to Royal Hospital Chelsea with a 24-track set, support came from Edinburgh-born Hamish Hawk. Describing himself as more of a diarist than an […]

        • 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
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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
          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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        • 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
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          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
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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 […]

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Neil Diamond - Announces The SSE Arena - 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
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Neil Diamond – Announces The SSE Arena – 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

January 24, 2017 XS Noize

Musical icon, Grammy award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Member, Neil Diamond will be extending his 50th anniversary tour to the UK and Europe in 2017. Celebrating his unparalleled career, the tour […]

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The Brian Jonestown Massacre reveal new track ‘Fact 67’ ft Tim Burgess – Listen

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre have announced the new album ‘Don’t Get Lost’, which will be released on 24th February, just a mere four months after the release of their last album ‘Third World Pyramid’. The double […]

Twitter All-Star James Blunt To Release His New Album ‘The Afterlove’ In March 1
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Twitter All-Star James Blunt To Release His New Album ‘The Afterlove’ In March

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

Britain’s very own Twitter all-star is back… James Blunt will release his fifth studio album, ‘The Afterlove’ on March 24th through Atlantic Records. The new album is the follow-up to ‘Moon Landing’, which reached platinum […]

Tanita Tikaram Announces New Single ‘Cool Waters’ - Listen
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Tanita Tikaram Announces New Single ‘Cool Waters’ – Listen

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most distinctive voices, Tanita Tikaram, will release new single ‘Cool Waters’ on 3rd March 2017, taken from critically acclaimed album ‘Closer To The People’. “Cool Waters’ is the song from the […]

Blondie confirmed as special guests of Phil Collins for his Aviva Stadium concert on 25 June
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Blondie confirmed as special guests of Phil Collins for his Aviva Stadium concert on 25 June

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

Phil Collins has today confirmed Blondie as special guests for his Aviva Stadium concert on 25 June as part of his hugely anticipated comeback tour Not Dead Yet. The tour includes 5 sold out shows […]

Goldfrapp to release their seventh studio album ‘Silver Eye’ in March
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Goldfrapp to release their seventh studio album ‘Silver Eye’ in March

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

Goldfrapp will release their seventh studio album ‘Silver Eye’ on March 31st through Mute. The band, consisting of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory, also reveal their new single ‘Anymore’. Featuring strident strands of underground electronica, […]

ARCADE FIRE: THE REFLEKTOR TAPES - Worldwide festival debut confirmed
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Hear Arcade Fire’s New Song With Mavis Staples, ‘I Give You Power’

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Arcade Fire return with a new song featuring Mavis Staples, called “I Give You Power,” all proceeds from it will go to the American Civil Liberties Union. “It’s never been more important that we stick […]

Singer songwriter Fiona Brown Releases Demons EP
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Singer songwriter Fiona Brown Releases Demons EP

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Singer songwriter Fiona Brown is inspired by roots, rock and soul music and her latest EP ‘Demons’ sees her embracing these influences wholeheartedly. Demons represents a coming of age for the multi-instrumentalist who says she’s […]

The Divine Comedy release new single 'To The Rescue' - Watch
New Music

The Divine Comedy release new single ‘To The Rescue’ – Watch

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

After a run of sold out acclaimed shows in 2016, The Divine Comedy release their latest single, ‘To The Rescue’ impacting 3rd March on Divine Comedy Records. A miniature baroque masterpiece that Gainsbourg himself would […]

Track of the Day: Peter118 - Radio
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Peter118 – Radio

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Originally the solo project of Peter Field, formerly of Stoke-based Punk bands Senseless and Ambassadors of Shalom, Peter118 stormed onto the scene with the release ‘Make It Or Break It’ EP in 2014, when Field […]

Ennio Morricone Announces His Last Ever Irish Concert
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Ennio Morricone Announces His Last Ever Irish Concert

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

World famous Italian film composer Ennio Morricone announced today that he will perform a farewell concert at Dublin’s 3Arena on Saturday 23 September. He will not return again as he turns ninety years of age […]

Future Islands announce UK & European Tour for spring/summer
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Future Islands announce UK & European Tour for spring/summer

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Baltimore heroes Future Islands will make a very welcome return to the UK and mainland Europe for a string of live shows this Spring and Summer. Samuel T. Herring, William Cashion and Gerrit Whelmers play […]

Maximo Park announce brand new album 'Risk To Exist'
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Maximo Park announce brand new album ‘Risk To Exist’

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Alternative pop experts Maxïmo Park today announce the forthcoming release of their sixth studio album, ‘Risk To Exist’, available on Daylighting/Cooking Vinyl from April 21st. ‘Risk To Exist’ sees Maxïmo Park on blistering form, bringing […]

Brett Anderson to Release Solo Recordings Box Set on March 17TH
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Brett Anderson to Release Solo Recordings Box Set on March 17TH

January 20, 2017 XS Noize

Following the hugely successful Suede reformation and critical acclaim for ‘Bloodsports’ and ‘Night Thoughts’, Brett Anderson will release his ‘Collected Solo Work’ box set on March 17th. The recordings will be available on both CD […]

NEAR TO HEAR // Robocobra Quartet
Near to Hear

NEAR TO HEAR // Robocobra Quartet

January 19, 2017 Fionn Crossan

“Near To Hear” –  Northern Ireland in 2016 was a fantastic time for music. The strength of the releases truly showed Northern Ireland, and Ireland as a whole, in fact, was not a place to […]

Album Review: Julie Byrne - Not Even Happiness
Album Reviews

Album Review: Julie Byrne – Not Even Happiness

January 19, 2017 Lori Gava

Up and coming Folk singer Julie Byrne releases her sophomore effort Not Even Happiness on January 27th. The album is the follow up to her 2014 debut Rooms with Walls and Windows. The debut scored […]

White Lies release new video for track 'Don't Want To Feel It All' ahead of tour
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White Lies release new video for track ‘Don’t Want To Feel It All’ ahead of tour

January 19, 2017 XS Noize

White Lies have released a new video for track ‘Don’t Want To Feel It All’, taken from current album ‘Friends’ released late 2016. The video was directed by Alex Alvarez and shows White Lies during […]

Track of the Day: TEN FÉ - "Overflow"
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Album Review: TEN FÉ – ‘Hit The Light’

January 18, 2017 Sandra Blemster

London act Ten Fé consists of Ben Moorhouse and Leo Duncan. Their debut album Hit the Light is due out 3rd February 2017 and follows on from several singles that were released including Make Me […]

George Harrison's Vinyl Box + Book to be Released on February 24TH to Mark His 74th Birthday 1
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George Harrison’s Vinyl Box + Book to be Released on February 24TH to Mark His 74th Birthday

January 18, 2017 XS Noize

The Harrison family have announced the release of George Harrison – The Vinyl Collection (USM) box set featuring all of George Harrison’s solo studio albums in one collection for the first time. The vinyl box set includes all twelve of George’s […]

Keane Lead Singer Tom Chaplin Announces Solo Album
New Music

Tom Chaplin Unveils New Video ‘Still Waiting’ – Watch

January 18, 2017 XS Noize

Tom Chaplin will release his stunning new single ‘Still Waiting’, the third to be taken from his critically acclaimed solo album ‘The Wave’, impacting February 17th on Island Records. ‘The Wave’ debuted at number 3 […]

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