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        • Ultravox
          News

          Ultravox Announce Deluxe Edition Box Set of 1984 Compilation “The Collection” — Out 5 December

          October 9, 2025

          Following the success in recent years of deluxe editions of Ultravox’s Vienna, Rage In Eden Quartet and Lament albums, on 5 December, Chrysalis Records will release a Deluxe Edition box set of The Collection, the […]

          Stuart Bailie
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          Stuart Bailie to Launch New Book “The Song Is Nearly” Over at Sound of Belfast Festival

          October 8, 2025

          A four-decade chronicle of music, madness, and meaning from one of Belfast’s most respected writers, Belfast music journalist and author Stuart Bailie, has announced details of his new book The Song Is Nearly Over: Music […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol announce huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park on 31st May 2026 with special guest Orla Gartland

          October 7, 2025

          Iconic Northern Irish indie-rock band Snow Patrol have announced their live return with a huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park, Dublin on 31st May 2026. Joining Snow Patrol as very special guest is Orla Gartland. After playing to a […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

          Idlewild
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

  • Gigs
        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
          Gigs

          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

  • Interviews
        • Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

  • Podcast
        • Moon Panda
          Podcasts

          Inside Moon Panda’s Dreamy New Album “Dumb Luck” | XS Noize Podcast #249

          October 7, 2025

          In this episode, #249 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Maddy Myers and Gustav Moltke from the Californian-Danish dream-pop collective Moon Panda to discuss their stunning third album, Dumb Luck — […]

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
          Podcasts

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          The Jacques
          Podcasts

          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

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Enter Shikari
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WIN: Tickets to see ENTER SHIKARI at Limelight, Belfast on Saturday 23rd March 2024

September 7, 2023 XS Noize

Enter Shikari have announced shows in Belfast and Dublin for March 2024. XS Noize is giving away tickets for their Belfast show at The Limelight on Saturday, 23rd March 2024 — LIKE, SHARE, & RETWEET […]

The Wedding Present
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WIN: Tickets to see THE WEDDING PRESENT at Limelight, Belfast

September 6, 2023 XS Noize

The notion of issuing a monthly 7” single is, of course, not new to The Wedding Present – they did the same thing with the ‘Hit Parade’ in 1992 – but ‘24 Songs’ shows that […]

WIN: Tickets to see Lukas Nelson & POTR at Ulster Hall, Belfast
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WIN: Tickets to see Lukas Nelson & POTR at Ulster Hall, Belfast

June 13, 2023 XS Noize

One of the finest, in-demand rock ‘n’ roll ensembles working today, Lukas Nelson & POTR, are bringing their powerful, joyous live show to Ulster Hall, Belfast, on 22nd June. The live show promises well-known POTR […]

Ocean Alley
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WIN: Tickets to see OCEAN ALLEY at Vicar Street, Dublin on 18th June 2023

May 18, 2023 XS Noize

Ocean Alley is thrilled to announce their return to the UK and Europe with a huge tour in 2022. They will perform in Dublin’s Vicar St. on 18th June 2023. XS Noize is giving away […]

Ards International Guitar Festival
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see JUDITH BECKEDORF at the Queen’s Hall, Newtownards

April 18, 2023 XS Noize

Judith Beckedorf will be performing in a lineup featuring three of Europe’s most talented female guitarists – alongside Sophie Chassée and Karlijn Langendijk – for a superb one-off evening of extraordinary playing at the Queen’s […]

Isaiah Rashad
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see ISAIAH RASHAD at Limelight, Belfast on March 1st 2023

February 27, 2023 XS Noize

A Top Dawg Entertainment signee, Isaiah Rashad first burst onto the scene when he performed at the 2013 BET Hip-Hop Awards alongside labelmates Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul and ScHoolboy Q, and the release of the collaboration. […]

Trivium
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see American heavy-metal band TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast in January

December 6, 2022 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their 10th studio album, In The Court of The Dragon, American heavy metal band Trivium are returning to Belfast to play at the Ulster Hall in January 2023. XS Noize […]

Bird On The Wire
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see BIRD ON THE WIRE – The Songs of Leonard Cohen live at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on 12th November

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

Bird On The Wire, a collaborative interpretation of The Leonard Cohen Songbook by singer Pauline Scanlon, Galway band The Whileaways and their band of joy, will return to Belfast on 12th November 2022 to play […]

Volbeat
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WIN: Tickets to see VOLBEAT at 3Arena, Dublin, on 12th December 2022

October 3, 2022 XS Noize

Danish rock ‘n’ roll rebels Volbeat announce a 32-date European leg of the diverse Servant Of The Road World Tour, which will see them sharing the spotlight with special guests Skindred and openers Napalm Death […]

MACHINE HEAD
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WIN: Tickets to see MACHINE HEAD & AMON AMARTH at 3Arena, Dublin on 13th September 2022

August 23, 2022 XS Noize

Prepare for the most monumental metal tour of 2022!! Two of the world’s most revered heavy bands, Bay Area metal icons MACHINE HEAD and Sweden’s Viking metal overlords AMON AMARTH, are teaming up for the […]

WIN: Tickets to see FEEDER at The Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see FEEDER at The Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022

June 22, 2022 XS Noize

Britrock veterans Feeder play a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Friday, June 24th 2022. The band recently released their new album ‘Torpedo’ on March 18th. The celebrated, multi-platinum-selling rock band Feeder has […]

WIN: Official STIFF RECORDS T-Shirt and Tote Bag 1
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WIN: Official STIFF RECORDS T-Shirt and Tote Bag

November 25, 2021 XS Noize

One of the most essential punk record labels ever, Stiff Records has announced a brand new range of official merchandise adorning their iconic logo and their now infamous slogans on a wide range of t-shirts, […]

WIN: Tickets to see Psychedelic soul band BLACK PUMAS at Limelight 1, Belfast on 3rd November
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WIN: Tickets to see Psychedelic soul band BLACK PUMAS at Limelight 1, Belfast on 3rd November

October 29, 2021 XS Noize

Four-time Grammy-nominated psychedelic soul band based in Austin, Texas, Black Pumas are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on 3rd November 2021. XS Noize is giving away tickets for the show […]

WIN: Tickets to see Megan O'Neill at Voodoo, Belfast on 21 October
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WIN: Tickets to see Megan O’Neill at Voodoo, Belfast on 21 October

October 20, 2021 XS Noize

Irish born singer-songwriter Megan O’Neill plays a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on 21st October 2021. Megan has just finished working on her fourth studio record, set for public release in March 2021. This much-anticipated […]

DEFTONES announce headline Dublin show at 3Arena on 6th June 2021 with special guests GOJIRA 1
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WIN: Tickets to see DEFTONES with special guests GOJIRA at 3Arena, Dublin on 6th June 2021

October 14, 2020 XS Noize

GRAMMY Award-winning, internationally lauded band Deftones has announced a Dublin show at 3Arena on 6th June 2021 with special guests Gojira and XS Noize has one pair of tickets to give away to a lucky […]

WIN: A copy of MANSUN ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set 2
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WIN: A copy of MANSUN ‘Closed For Business’ 25th anniversary deluxe box set

October 8, 2020 XS Noize

To mark the 25th anniversary of the band, Mansun has announced details of a comprehensive 25 disc deluxe box set which collects together everything they ever recorded. Released on Friday 27th November 2020 on KScope, […]

WIN: A copy of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’ limited edition vinyl 6
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WIN: A copy of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’ limited edition vinyl

September 21, 2020 XS Noize

On October 2nd, 2020 Big Brother Recordings release limited edition album formats on heavyweight vinyl with remastered audio to mark the 25th anniversary of (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?. XS Noize has 2 vinyl copies […]

WIN: A copy of the new THERAPY? album Greatest Hits (2020 Versions) on limited edition Translucent Green 12" vinyl 1
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WIN: A copy of the new THERAPY? album Greatest Hits (2020 Versions) on limited edition Translucent Green 12″ vinyl

March 15, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Irish rockers Therapy? celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the band with Greatest Hits (The Abbey Road Session) out now! To coincide with the bands So Much for the 30 Year Plan Tour, the band […]

WIN: Tickets to see MORRISSEY in Leeds & London
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WIN: Tickets to see MORRISSEY in Leeds & London

February 21, 2020 XS Noize

Morrissey’s 13th Solo Album and 2nd studio album for BMG Records, ‘I Am Not A Dog On A Chain’, is set to be released on March 20th, 2020. Now, as part of the next stage […]

WIN: copies of HAPPY MONDAYS first four era-defining albums on vinyl
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WIN: copies of HAPPY MONDAYS first four era-defining albums on vinyl

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, London Records released brand new vinyl reissues of the first four era-defining Happy Mondays albums, their first vinyl pressings for many years. The reissues of ‘Squirrel And G-Man Twenty Four Hour […]

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