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        • Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025
          News

          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025 reveals stark reality for Northern Ireland’s grassroots music venues

          April 15, 2026

          Northern Ireland has produced Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, The Undertones, Ash, Stiff Little Fingers, Gary Moore, Van Morrison and more from a population roughly the size of Greater Manchester. Every one of them […]

          madonna
          News

          Madonna has announced that her eagerly anticipated new album “Confessions II” will be released on July 3

          April 15, 2026

          Madonna announced today her eagerly anticipated new album Confessions ll is set for release on July 3rd via Warner Records. The new album is the continuation of the iconic counterpart Confessions on a Dance Floor. […]

          The Anchoress
          News

          The Anchoress announces new album “As We Once Were” and shares new single “I Had a Baby Not A Lobotomy”

          April 14, 2026

          Welsh multi-instrumentalist and producer The Anchoress — the recording name of Catherine Anne Davies — has announced her new album As We Once Were, alongside the release of its first single, “I Had a Baby […]

  • Reviews
        • 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
        • 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. […]

          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, […]

  • Podcast
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          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, […]

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XS Noize weekly competitions are chance for our readers to WIN tickets for gigs, the latest album releases, meet and greets, merchandise and much more. Enter now!

WIN: Tickets to see JOHNNY MARR @ Ulster Hall, Belfast Thursday 1st November 2018
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WIN: Tickets to see JOHNNY MARR @ Ulster Hall, Belfast Thursday 1st November 2018

October 3, 2018 XS Noize

Legendary Smiths guitarist and acclaimed solo artist Johnny Marr has announced details of a major tour in support of his new album ‘Call The Comet’ which will be released on June 15th. Commencing in Nashville […]

WIN: Meet & Greet Tickets for HALESTORM @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Thurs 20th Sept 2018
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WIN: Meet & Greet Tickets for HALESTORM @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Thurs 20th Sept 2018

September 10, 2018 XS Noize

US Rock band Halestorm are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 20th September 2018. The bands recent release ‘Reanimate 3.0: The Covers EP’ was released in 2017 and […]

WIN: Tickets to see EUROPE @ ULSTER HALL, Belfast on 11th September
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WIN: Tickets to see EUROPE @ ULSTER HALL, Belfast on 11th September

September 8, 2018 XS Noize

Europe has announced a BELFAST date at the ULSTER HALL on 11th September with Special guests King King as part of their walk the earth world tour. The show will feature songs from the new album […]

WIN: Tickets to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March, 2019
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WIN: Tickets to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March, 2019

July 16, 2018 XS Noize

We have 1 pair of tickets to give away to one lucky winner to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March 2019. For a chance to win, simply LIKE, SHARE & […]

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Paul Draper talks new solo tour, beards + Mansun reissues
Competitions

Win A MEET & GREET With Ex-MANSUN Frontman PAUL DRAPER & Drop In On His Pre-Show Soundcheck! At Limelight, Belfast

January 22, 2018 XS Noize

We have a very special competition launching today for a special Meet & Greet with Paul Draper and the band on the ‘Attack Of The Grey Lantern’ tour in Belfast on Saturday 24th Feb. A […]

WIN: Tickets to see THE CORONAS in Belfast’s ULSTER HALL, 21st December 2017
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WIN: Tickets to see THE CORONAS in Belfast’s ULSTER HALL, 21st December 2017

December 4, 2017 XS Noize

THE CORONAS return to Belfast’s iconic ULSTER HALL this December. The band have performed festival slots all summer at Sea Sessions, Live At The Marquee Cork, Galway Arts Festival & Indiependence as well as their […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Lahayna - 'Lahayna'
Competitions

COMPETITION: WIN Strictly Limited Edition Signed LAHAYNA Album Artwork

November 22, 2017 Michael Barron

Lahayna made chart history in 2007 with their infectious anthem, In the City. Despite being unsigned and unconnected, through the band’s hard work and talent, In the City entered the official singles chart at No33. […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
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WIN: Tickets to see WOLF ALICE in Belfast’s ULSTER HALL, 27 November 2017

November 2, 2017 XS Noize

Wolf Alice, one of the biggest breakthrough independent bands of recent years, the band recently released their brilliant second album new album Visions Of A Life and a run of shows worldwide, including a UK […]

Win Tickets To See FKJ Live @ Electric Brixton, London
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Win Tickets To See FKJ Live @ Electric Brixton, London

May 25, 2017 XS Noize

Shut The Front Door are excited to welcome Parisian Electronic producer FKJ for his BIGGEST London showcase yet, performing his incredible live set. This is the official London date for his debut album ‘French Kiwi […]

WIN: Tickets to see SLIPKNOT With very special guest: Suicidal Tendencies, The SSE Arena, Belfast – 15 Feb 2016
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WIN: Tickets to see SLIPKNOT With very special guest: Suicidal Tendencies, The SSE Arena, Belfast – 15 Feb 2016

January 12, 2016 XS Noize

The multi-platinum, Grammy-Award-winning, masked beast that is SLIPKNOT will play The SSE Arena, Belfast on 15th February. After their triumphant return headlining this year’s Download Festival at Donington Park, the metal icons return to these […]

WIN: Tickets to see SIMPLY RED in Belfast’s SSE Arena, Belfast: Wednesday 2 December 2015
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WIN: Tickets to see SIMPLY RED in Belfast’s SSE Arena, Belfast: Wednesday 2 December 2015

November 23, 2015 XS Noize

Simply Red: Reformed! 2015 World Tour – Celebrating Their 30th Anniversary With very special guest: Natalie Imbruglia The SSE Arena, Belfast: Wednesday 2 December. Back together again; Simply Red mark their 30th anniversary with a world tour, the […]

ERASURE - CELEBRATE 30th ANNIVERSARY WITH A SERIES OF RELEASES - Listen to 'Sometimes' 2015 Remix
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WIN a copy of ‘Always The Very Best Of Erasure’ Deluxe CD

November 6, 2015 XS Noize

2015 sees one of the UK’s most enduring award-winning songwriting duos, ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke), mark the 30th anniversary of their first release. As part of Erasure’s 30th Anniversary celebrations we have 3 […]

WIN: tickets to see The Prodigy in Belfast's Odyssey Arena on December 1st 2015
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WIN: Tickets to see THE PRODIGY / PUBLIC ENEMY in Belfast’s SSE ARENA on December 1st 2015

September 26, 2015 XS Noize

On December 1st 2015 The Prodigy take their journey to Belfast’s SSE Arena in support of their latest album ‘The Day Is My Enemy. They will be joined by Hip Hop legends Public Enemy.  We have […]

WIN: Tickets to see FLORENCE + THE MACHINE at SSE ARENA, Belfast Weds 9th September 2015
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WIN: Tickets to see FLORENCE + THE MACHINE at SSE ARENA, Belfast Weds 9th September 2015

August 19, 2015 XS Noize

‘How Big How Blue How Beautiful’, Florence’s third critically acclaimed album went to the top of the the Irish & UK album chart, selling more than the rest of the top 5 combined, topping the […]

WIN: Tickets to see THE SCRIPT at Tennents Vital, Belfast Sun 30th August 2015 2
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WIN: Tickets to see THE SCRIPT at Tennents Vital, Belfast Sun 30th August 2015

July 23, 2015 XS Noize

Tennent’s Lager and MCD are thrilled to announce that The Script will headline this year’s Tennent’s Vital on bank holiday weekend Sunday 30th August. They’ll be joined by Kodaline, Annie Mac, Clean Bandit and Jack […]

Introducing... LOCK - Debut Single 'Click' - Listen
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WIN: ltd edition cassette single of ‘Click’ the debut single from ‘LOCK’

July 9, 2015 XS Noize

Sisters Edie and Gita aka Lock, release their debut single ‘Click’ via Raygun Records on July 10th. The track is a sinister, slinky, stripped-down showcase for Edie and Gita’s sultry voices. We have 2 very […]

WIN 2 WEEKEND TICKETS TO CREAMFIELDS
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WIN 2 WEEKEND TICKETS TO CREAMFIELDS

June 29, 2015 XS Noize

Creamfields 2015 is set to take over Daresbury, Chesire this August Bank Holiday Weekend with acts like Avicii, The Chemical Brothers, Armin van Buuren, Gorgon City & more (full line-up here). If you fancy WINNING […]

JOHN LENNON'S BACK CATALOGUE NOW ON SPOTIFY
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MUZU Competition: WIN John Lennon Vinyl Box Set

June 8, 2015 XS Noize

John Lennon’s solo albums are set to be released as an eight-LP vinyl box set entitled Lennon. All the albums have been meticulously remastered from their original master and cut to 180-gram vinyl. They come […]

PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL - Share 'Reign (Shit Robot Remix)' - Listen
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WIN: Tickets to see PRINZHORN DANCE SCHOOL + 1 x vinyl copy of their new LP

June 4, 2015 XS Noize

Prinzhorn Dance School will release their 3rd LP ‘Home Economics’ on 8th June, then they will embark on a small UK tour. We have 1 pair of tickets to give away to a lucky winner […]

WIN: tickets to see The Prodigy in Belfast's Odyssey Arena on December 1st 2015
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WIN: tickets to see The Prodigy in Belfast’s Odyssey Arena on December 1st 2015

May 29, 2015 XS Noize

On December 1st 2015 The Prodigy take their journey to Belfast’s Odyssey Arena in support of their latest album ‘The Day Is My Enemy. They will be joined by Hip Hop legends Public Enemy.  We […]

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