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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. […]

          Razorlight
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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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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: 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 […]

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        • 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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        • 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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Brian Eno Announces New Ambient Album 'Reflection' Due For Release 1st January 
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Brian Eno Announces New Ambient Album ‘Reflection’ Due For Release 1st January 

November 15, 2016 XS Noize

Brian Eno discusses Reflection – Reflection is the latest work in a long series. It started (as far as record releases are concerned) with Discreet Music in 1975 ( – or did it start with […]

Track of the Day: Akiva - Chemical Eyes
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Akiva – Chemical Eyes

November 15, 2016 XS Noize

Akiva are a Bedforshire based band made up of brothers and school mates, who for twenty-five years have been bonded by a shared love of Stonesy guitar licks, rolling basslines, Newsnight, Krautrock, Manchester bands, political […]

WENDY JAMES - Former Transvision Vamp star releases double a-side singles from new LP
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WENDY JAMES – Former Transvision Vamp star releases double a-side singles from new LP

November 15, 2016 XS Noize

Wendy James is releasing her second 7” single taken from her new LP ‘THE PRICE OF THE TICKET’. The two tracks, double a-sides, are YOU’RE A DIRTBOMB, LESTER + FAREWELL TO LOVE. Both are live […]

Holy Holy Announce New Single & Album
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Holy Holy Announce New Single & Album

November 14, 2016 XS Noize

Currently mid-national tour, Holy Holy have today revealed details of their sophomore LP alongside the announcement of their new single, ‘Elevator’ (out today). Their anticipated new album will be titled ‘Paint’, and is set for […]

Aerosmith announce a mammoth European tour for next year
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Aerosmith announce a mammoth European tour for next year

November 14, 2016 XS Noize

Aerosmith – have today announced a mammoth European tour for next year. Fresh from a run of hugely successful South American shows, Aerosmith will return across the Atlantic with one of the greatest rock shows […]

#23: XS Noize Music Podcast: feat Ben Knox Miller of The Low Anthem
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#23: XS Noize Music Podcast: feat Ben Knox Miller of The Low Anthem

November 13, 2016 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #23 of the XS Noize Music Podcast with Mark Millar. On This weeks show Mark Millar is joined by Ben Knox Miller of The Low Anthem. EYELAND marks the Low Anthem’s fourth […]

Box-set Review: Erasure - From Moscow To Mars
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Box-set Review: Erasure – From Moscow To Mars

November 13, 2016 David McElroy

2016 has seen Erasure celebrate their 30th anniversary with a series of superb vinyl re-issues, a one off acoustic gig at a fan party and, crowning the anniversary off perfectly, a 13 disc, career spanning […]

CLASSIC ALBUM: THE VELVET UNDERGROUND AND NICO: 50 YEARS ON
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM: THE VELVET UNDERGROUND AND NICO: 50 YEARS ON

November 10, 2016 Sandra Blemster

It’s been 50 years since the ground-breaking album The Velvet Underground & Nico was created from the heart of the New York music scene. It charted unfamiliar territory with its avant-garde, experimental sounds. Comprising of […]

Manchester Soul collective 'The Winachi Tribe' Unveil Video for New Single ‘A Room With A Zoo’
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Manchester Soul collective ‘The Winachi Tribe’ Unveil Video for New Single ‘A Room With A Zoo’

November 10, 2016 XS Noize

‘A Room With A Zoo’ is the new single from Manchester Soul collective The Winachi Tribe, a band that are firmly on the ascendant. This trajectory is marked by the ten minute short film which […]

DEACON BLUE To Play Belfast in November
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Live Review: Deacon Blue – Belfast Waterfront, 10 Nov 2016

November 10, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue returned to a packed crowd last night at Belfast’s Waterfront venue. They are riding on the recent success and commercial renaissance of their brand new album “Believers” which saw the band achieve their […]

Live Review: Jimmy Eat World – Limelight 8th November 2016
Live Reviews

Live Review: Jimmy Eat World – Limelight 8th November 2016

November 9, 2016 Fionn Crossan

2016 saw the return of rock band Jimmy Eat World to the Belfast Limelight stage, having last played there in 2013 in support of the album Damage. This time around the band were promoting their […]

White Lies Announce Feb & March 2017 UK Headline Tour
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White Lies Announce Feb & March 2017 UK Headline Tour

November 9, 2016 XS Noize

Due to overwhelming public demand, White Lies have today announced a headline UK tour next year which includes a major homecoming show at London’s Troxy on 4th March 2017. Tickets go on general sale at […]

Track of the Day: Rachel Mason - 'Heart Explodes'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Rachel Mason – ‘Heart Explodes’

November 9, 2016 XS Noize

Los Angeles-based Cleopatra Records and artist-run cassette label Practical Records present Rachel Mason ‘Heart Explodes’, the second single from the forthcoming ‘Das Ram’ album, which has premiered in The Big Takeover and initially shown at […]

Robbie Williams Announces 2017 European Stadium Tour with Special Guests Erasure
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Robbie Williams Announces 2017 European Stadium Tour with Special Guests Erasure

November 8, 2016 XS Noize

At a press conference in London today, Robbie Williams announced his highly anticipated 2017 European stadium tour. Twenty-nine shows in eighteen countries are announced, including a Dublin concert at Aviva Stadium on Saturday 17 June. […]

Richard Ashcroft shares video for new single ‘Out Of My Body’
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Richard Ashcroft shares video for new single ‘Out Of My Body’

November 8, 2016 XS Noize

‘Out Of My Body’ is the latest single from ‘These People’, the Top 3 album from Richard Ashcroft which also includes the singles ‘Hold On’, ‘They Don’t Own Me’ & ‘This Is How It Feels’. […]

SIMPLE MINDS ACOUSTIC album set for release on 11th November 2016 1
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Album Review: Simple Minds – Acoustic

November 7, 2016 Lori Gava

It is hard to believe that the band Simple Minds is standing on the edge of clocking in 40 years in the music business. It seems like only yesterday the band led by best friends […]

Deacon Blue new studio album, ‘Believers’ sees the band achieve highest chart position in 22 years.
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Deacon Blue new studio album, ‘Believers’ sees the band achieve highest chart position in 22 years.

November 7, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue further their huge creative and commercial renaissance with the success of their brand new studio album, ‘Believers’ which sees the band achieve their highest chart position in 22 years. The album entered the […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce extensive UK ACOUSTIC TOUR for spring 2017
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SIMPLE MINDS announce extensive UK ACOUSTIC TOUR for spring 2017

November 7, 2016 XS Noize

On 11th November, Simple Minds will release ‘Simple Minds Acoustic’ via Caroline International. To celebrate the album release, Simple Minds will be taking to the road to perform their career spanning collection of songs acoustically […]

#22: XS Noize Music Podcast: Super Furry Animals Guitarist 'Bunf' talks 'Fuzzy Logic' 1
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#22: XS Noize Music Podcast: Super Furry Animals Guitarist ‘Bunf’ talks ‘Fuzzy Logic’

November 6, 2016 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #22 of the XS Noize Music Podcast with Mark Millar. On This weeks show Mark Millar is joined by Super Furry Animals Guitarist Huw ‘Bunf’ Bunford to talk about the reissue of […]

David Gray Announces Live Shows + New Greatest Hits Collection
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David Gray – Shares video for ‘Enter Lightly’

November 4, 2016 XS Noize

David Gray today shared the video for new single ‘Enter Lightly’. Taken from Gray’s new album The Best Of, released last week through Kobalt Label Services/IHT Records, the video finds Gray – a former student […]

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