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        • DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

          AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • The Hoosiers
          Podcast

          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 […]

          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 […]

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TRACK PREMIERE: Pete Rock - The Xprt
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TRACK PREMIERE: Pete Rock – The Xprt

February 17, 2022 XS Noize

Legendary Hip Hop producer Pete Rock is back with his new single ‘The Xprt’ taken from the upcoming fourth instalment in a series of instrumental EPs, ‘Petestrumentals 4’. A renowned producer lauded for his innovative […]

PREMIERE: Jake Soffer Introduces ‘The Tree That Remained Standing’
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PREMIERE: Jake Soffer Introduces ‘The Tree That Remained Standing’

February 16, 2022 Randall Radic

Portland, Oregon folk guitarist-composer Jake Soffer unveils his brand-new EP, The Tree That Remained Standing. Written in the midst of soul-searching prompted by the end of a relationship and the onset of the pandemic, the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ruby Tingle - Flood
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ruby Tingle – Flood

February 11, 2022 XS Noize

Audiovisual artist and performer Ruby Tingle is set to release her first solo EP ‘Lagoons’ on 25th Feb via No Such Thing Records, in conjunction with her public gallery exhibition at Warrington Museum and Art […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dead Lights - Doom Doom Trash 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dead Lights – Doom Doom Trash

February 4, 2022 XS Noize

DEAD LIGHTS was founded at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, forcing the international duo (UK and NL) to work on all their output from a distance. Separated by the sea and a pandemic, but […]

ALBUM PREMIERE: David Nevory - Seagazing
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ALBUM PREMIERE: David Nevory – Seagazing

January 27, 2022 XS Noize

After dropping four brilliant new singles throughout 2021, singer-songwriter David Nevory releases his long-awaited debut album today. Seagazing is on all streaming platforms now (via Saint In The City Records), and is a timeless collection of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ronan Maclean - Right Here, Right Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ronan Maclean – Right Here, Right Now

January 20, 2022 XS Noize

Australian Electronic-Pop solo artist Ronan Maclean makes his debut with the new single ‘Right Here, Right Now’. At only 16 year old the singer, songwriter and producer demonstrates an impressive understanding of pop music on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Winachi - Characters
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TRACK PREMIERE: Winachi – Characters

January 17, 2022 XS Noize

WINACHI release NEW single ‘CHARACTERS’, the second release through the band’s newly launched Bandcamp site. It follows on from acclaimed Dub E.P ‘PARASITICAL ELIMINATION’ which came out November 2021. ‘CHARACTERS’ is the first in a […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Divided Heaven feat. Guise - Creep
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TRACK PREMIERE: Divided Heaven feat. Guise – Creep

January 4, 2022 XS Noize

Jeff Berman has not made it easy on himself. For the past 12 years, the DIVIDED HEAVEN frontman has tried relentlessly to buck the typical singer-songwriter mould with his unique writing style and career path. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: SECH - Edge Of My Heart
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TRACK PREMIERE: SECH – Edge Of My Heart

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

Today, we’re pleased to be premiering the new release from hugely talented composer/songwriter Sebastian Pecznik, whose pop alias SECH (his nickname since childhood) is about to skyrocket once people get their ears around his debut […]

TRACK PREMIERE: London based singer-songwriter FERGUS shares new single ‘More Than I Deserve’
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TRACK PREMIERE: London based singer-songwriter FERGUS shares new single ‘More Than I Deserve’

November 18, 2021 XS Noize

London based singer-songwriter FERGUS releases his new single ‘More Than I Deserve’ on November 19th. Released via Goldun Egg Records and co-produced by FERGUS and Jake Gosling. ‘More Than I Deserve’ follows previous singles ‘All […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Maddox Jones - Make Me Yours
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TRACK PREMIERE: Maddox Jones – Make Me Yours

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

Maddox Jones rounds off an impressive 2021 with his third solo single of the year, the mature dance-pop joy of Make Me Yours (rel 12.11.21 via Radikal Records). Make Me Yours is an intimate dance-pop […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Rush Midnight - Last Call
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TRACK PREMIERE: Rush Midnight – Last Call

November 11, 2021 XS Noize

LA duo Rush Midnight are back once again with the new single ‘Last Call’. Having previously picked up acclaim across top music press Pitchfork and The Guardian, Russell Manning and songwriting partner Rico Martinez have […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Joseph Reuben - Seem's I've Forgotten
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TRACK PREMIERE: Joseph Reuben – Seem’s I’ve Forgotten

November 4, 2021 XS Noize

Joseph Reuben has battled against the odds to commence his solo career. Just as he began to build traction with his soulful take on Robyn’s ‘Call Your Girlfriend’, he required emergency surgery which resulted in […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Alexander Hulme encapsulates wanderlust in cinematic folk pop single ‘Travelling’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Alexander Hulme encapsulates wanderlust in cinematic folk pop single ‘Travelling’

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

Fast-rising singer and songwriter Alexander Hulme anticipates his debut EP ‘Slow Down’, with cinematic new single ‘Travelling’. ‘Travelling’ brings an unexpected twist to Alexander’s folk-pop genesis, whilst channelling more of that warm and effervescent energy […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Big Yen – Trips Me Out
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TRACK PREMIERE: Big Yen – Trips Me Out

October 14, 2021 Randall Radic

San Diego, California-based songwriter Big Yen, aka James Frolio, introduces his brand-new single, “Trips Me Out.” Explaining his distinctive name – Big Yen – James says, “Yen, in Chinese, means a lifelong yearning or desire. […]

TRACK PREMIERE: WINACHI - Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)
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TRACK PREMIERE: WINACHI – Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)

October 14, 2021 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Parasites Paradise ft I KONG (Paolo Baldini DubFiles Remix)’ by Winachi. The track is taken from the forthcoming WINACHI – PARASITICAL ELIMINATION E.P. A collaborative E.P. featuring remixes […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Rony Rex – Awake Me, ft. SACRE
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TRACK PREMIERE: Rony Rex – Awake Me, ft. SACRE

October 8, 2021 Randall Radic

Finnish DJ and producer Rony Rex creates anticipation for his forthcoming EP, Night Time CV, with the release of “Awake Me,” a mesmerizing club track featuring French duo SACRE. Rony Rex broke out in 2017, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Emerging artist ELDR returns with her ethereal new single 'Spinning Tops'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Emerging artist ELDR returns with her ethereal new single ‘Spinning Tops’

October 5, 2021 XS Noize

After dazzling us with her incredible debut EP ‘Defender’ in 2019 and receiving the PRS Women Make Music fund, emerging singer, songwriter and composer ELDR, has now returned to deliver her spellbinding new single ‘Spinning […]

PREMIERE: Riah - Lick Your Wounds EP
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PREMIERE: Riah – Lick Your Wounds EP

September 24, 2021 XS Noize

There is something inherently soothing about Riah Knight’s expressive vocals; the brand new self-titled EP by the Berlin-based singer together with producer, musician George Fellows from Bristol, captures a timeless essence, the end result is […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Micky James – Not Okay
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TRACK PREMIERE: Micky James – Not Okay

September 24, 2021 Randall Radic

Glam rocker Micky James introduces his new single, “Not Okay,” a song inspired by two people who formed a close bond after simultaneously experiencing extreme lows. Micky explains, “This song is a declaration never to […]

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