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        • Julian Marley
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          Julian Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, announces Belfast show

          May 29, 2026

          Born in London, England on June 4, 1975, Julian Marley is the son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Barbados-born Lucy Pounder. Growing up as a youth in a musical atmosphere, the Grammy Award Nominated […]

          Inspiral Carpets
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          Inspiral Carpets announce ‘Burn Like The Sun’ – their first studio album in 12 years

          May 29, 2026

          Inspiral Carpets announce Burn Like The Sun – their first studio album in 12 years, out January 29th, 2027 via Scruff of the Neck Records. The band have unveiled a special announcement video, narrated by […]

          Faithless
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          Faithless Announce Special Guests For CHSq Belfast Show With Phil Hartnoll, Justin Robertson & Marion Hawkes

          May 28, 2026

          Dance pioneers Faithless are back with their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Thursday 20th August 2026, alongside very special guests, Phil Hartnoll (Orbital), Justin Robertson and Marion Hawkes. Few […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

          Mull Historical Society
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

        • 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

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

  • Podcast
        • robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

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Pale Blue Eyes Premiere Short Film on the Making of ‘New Place’

March 10, 2025 XS Noize

Pale Blue Eyes released their third studio album, New Place, on their label, Broadcast Recordings, on March 7th. The album features guest appearances from two musicians who have been part of the Pale Blue Eyes […]

Leonie Jakobi
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TRACK PREMIERE: Leonie Jakobi shares new single ‘I Deserve To Shine’

March 6, 2025 XS Noize

Leonie Jakobi is already making an impact after just one independent EP release, with 6 Music, BBC Introducing and Planet Rock airplay as well as at Liverpool’s hallowed Anfield. And some of music’s most influential […]

YARD
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Electro-noise three-piece YARD are back with their latest single ‘Call’

October 28, 2024 XS Noize

Electro-noise three-piece YARD are back to shake up the scene with their latest single, ‘Call’, an intense blend of techno beats and electronic rock that’s become their signature. Known for delivering immersive and electrifying sensory […]

Sun Atoms
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Modest Mouse frontman Isaac Brock joins Portland’s Sun Atoms for ‘Narco Polo’ single

October 7, 2024 XS Noize

The rollercoaster of events and new music releases that has characterized 2024 for Portland’s own Sun Atoms continues with the release of ‘Narco Polo’. Unlike past singles from this new wave / psychedelic rock collective, […]

Tombstones In Their Eyes
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LA psych-gazers Tombstones In Their Eyes reveal heavy bliss in new single ‘I Like To Feel Good’

October 7, 2024 XS Noize

Serving up sonic goodness bound to please fans of Spacemen 3, Asteroid 4, Kyuss, The Brian Jonestown Massacre and Pink Floyd, Los Angeles-based label Kitten Robot Records unveils the newest of many uber-cool releases unearthed […]

DAAY
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TRACK PREMIERE: DAAY – Land of the Living

May 31, 2024 XS Noize

DAAY plans to release 4 singles in 2024. This is the second single of the year titled ‘Land Of The Living’ and the first song to be officially released through Yada Recordings, DAAY’s own independent […]

Etacas
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TRACK PREMIERE: Etacas – Sin Eater

December 22, 2023 XS Noize

Etacas are UK duo Rob Reng and Jefferson Duke, and here they tell us about their new single, Sin Eater. How Was The Song Recorded (what was the process like, who was it recorded with, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: RUBY J - Backtrack
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TRACK PREMIERE: RUBY J – Backtrack

November 17, 2023 XS Noize

Hailing from the mighty Midlands UK, at the age of 18, indie-soul Singer/Songwriter and Recording Artist RUBY J fuses multiple genres with her own unique style. In 2020, Paloma Faith said, “Ruby J is that […]

Easter
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TRACK PREMIERE: Easter – Fresh Hell

October 20, 2023 XS Noize

Easter’s new single “Fresh Hell” unfurls out of the speakers like a timelapse triffid riddled with guitar earworm. Within seconds, our feet and ankles are entwined in sonic tentacles as frontman Tom snags us with […]

RUBY J
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TRACK PREMIERE: RUBY J – Home

October 5, 2023 XS Noize

Hailing from the mighty Midlands UK, at 18, indie-soul Singer/Songwriter and recording artist RUBY J fuses multiple genres with her unique style. In 2020, Paloma Faith said, “Ruby J is that unique voice”. 2022 saw […]

rsun
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TRACK PREMIERE: Canadian producer-singer-songwriter rsun unveils new single ‘EZ’

September 13, 2023 XS Noize

2nd single ‘EZ’ from Canadian producer-singer-songwriter rsun’s forthcoming album ‘QUEEN OF SWORDS’ is a beautifully chilled slice of electronica mixed with silky, heartfelt vocals EZ is about those blessed moments when love feels easy, as […]

MASK
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TRACK PREMIERE: British rock duo MASK share their cover version of ‘Days’ by The Kinks

June 15, 2023 XS Noize

British rock duo MASK are truly rolling as anticipation builds for their third studio album, ’Zenith’ (due for release on Friday, 4th August). Headed up by ‘H’ Humphrey (Belfast) and Craig Coppock (Liverpool), their last […]

Caicos
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TRACK PREMIERE: Caicos – A Spade A Spade

June 13, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

Already established as the frontman of NYC indie-rock band Gospels, Alex Frenkel has unveiled the latest single from his solo project Caicos titled “A Spade A Spade”, taken from his ‘Ascension Intention’ LP, which will […]

Carbon Based Lifeforms
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TRACK PREMIERE: Carbon Based Lifeforms – Rymden3000

June 12, 2023 XS Noize

Carbon Based Lifeforms (CBL) are Johannes Hedberg and Daniel Vadestrid, both born in 1976 and based in southwest Sweden. They met when both were 15 and are still, amazingly, working happily together over 25 years […]

Hospital Corner - Every Sensory Pleasure
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TRACK PREMIERE: Hospital Corner – Every Sensory Pleasure

June 9, 2023 XS Noize

Hospital Corner is Chris Finn, the enigmatic singer-songwriter hailing from the heart of Edinburgh, and this is the latest single, “Every Sensory Pleasure.” This introspective piano ballad showcases Hospital Corner’s immense talent for crafting heartfelt […]

Monograms
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TRACK PREMIERE: Monograms – Carry The Weight

May 26, 2023 XS Noize

A fresh insight into the highly anticipated new album ‘A Fine Commitment’ (out 16 June), MONOGRAMS is back with the invigorating new single: “Carry The Weight”. From the speeding cop sirens that screech through its […]

Sofi Vonn
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sofi Vonn – Rumors

May 11, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

Throughout her career, Sofi Vonn has earned herself a solid following because of how the powerful and emotive songs she writes and shares with the world highlight topics and issues that many of us can […]

LEONE
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TRACK PREMIERE: LEONE – Kiss ‘Em Bye Bye

April 27, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

There’s an honesty and truth to LEONE’s (AKA Richie Bee Leone) music, particularly on his upcoming EP GTFOH, that some might consider lacking among many artists, with that truth coming from life experience – both the […]

Moship
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TRACK PREMIERE: Colin Angus (The Shamen) Presents – Moship ‘A2E ft Michael Horowitz’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Colin Angus (The Shamen) and Digital Habitat are joined by guest orator Michael Horowitz to release their first “Moship” track “, A2E ft Michael Horowitz” (the Antidote to Everything) – a celebration of the power […]

Cascina Caradonna
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TRACK PREMIERE: Cascina Caradonna’s Enter Sceptre unveil new single ‘Tormentor’

April 13, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

If you know the video game The Last of Us – which has now been adapted into a globally successful series – then chances are you might recognise the name Cascina Caradonna. They are the […]

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