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        • Joshua Burnside
          News

          Joshua Burnside announces new album “It’s Not Going to Be Okay” and unveils haunting new single and video “Moon High.”

          November 14, 2025

          Today, Joshua Burnside announces his new album, It’s Not Going to be Okay and shares his latest single and video, “Moon High,” an arresting and poignant cut from one of modern folk music’s essential artists. […]

          Kings of Leon
          News

          Kings of Leon return to Belfast as Belsonic 2026 headliners

          November 14, 2025

          Multi-GRAMMY and BRIT Award-winning band Kings of Leon will headline Belsonic at Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Monday, 29th June 2026. Recognized as one of the world’s biggest alternative rock bands of the last 20 years, […]

          Kula Shaker
          News

          Kula Shaker return with uplifting new track ‘Be Merciful’ from forthcoming album Wormslayer

          November 12, 2025

          Consistently one of Britain’s most exhilarating live bands, Kula Shaker have evolved from a phenomenally successful anomaly of the Britpop era to step into an adventurous, ambitious and hallucinogenic new era with the release of […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Belair Lip Bombs – Again

          November 10, 2025

          The Australian indie scene has long perfected the art of masking malaise behind sun-drenched, jangly guitar pop, and Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs deliver a textbook example with their punchy second album, Again. Over ten […]

          Swim School
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Swim School – Swim School

          November 4, 2025

          Swim School have delivered a super cool debut album that manages to combine a classic indie feel with a modern edge. Filled with powerful riffs, enchanting melodies and runaway choruses, “This Is The Debut Album” […]

        • 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: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Thornhill Bring Their Electrifying BODIES Tour to Leeds

          November 11, 2025

          One of Australia’s most exciting modern rock exports, Thornhill, stormed into Leeds on November 6th as part of their BODIES tour — bringing with them a night of sheer intensity, emotion, and energy. The evening […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello – Rock City, Nottingham – October 30th Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello Ignite Rock City with Their Signature ‘Gypsy Punk’ Fury

          November 3, 2025

          On October 30th, the unstoppable Gogol Bordello stormed into Rock City and tore the place apart in the best possible way. From the moment they hit the stage, it was clear the crowd was in […]

        • 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 […]

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        • TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

          :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

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        • ALKY
          Podcast

          ALKY on breaking the cycle with debut album ‘Rinse & Repeat’ | XS Noize Podcast #258

          November 13, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by ALKY — the Dublin-born indie-rock artist and former Emmy-nominated audio engineer whose raw, heartfelt songwriting is making serious waves across Ireland’s indie […]

          The Charlatans
          Podcast

          Martin Blunt – The Charlatans: Inside new album ‘We Are Love’ | XS Noize Podcast #257

          November 9, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt — founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain’s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with […]

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256
          Podcast

          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256

          November 2, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mani — legendary bassist of The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, and one of the most influential figures in British rock history. […]

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TAVE
Interviews

INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

November 11, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

:Panic :Over
Interviews

INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

October 16, 2025 Neal McClelland

Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

Fabrizio Cammarata
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

October 10, 2025 Randall Radic

Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

Asha Maclean
Interviews

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

June 25, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

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

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 Randall Radic

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, […]

DURAN DURAN
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Duran Duran Hit the Road: John Taylor on the Band’s Deepest European Tour in Decades

June 3, 2025 John Kearns

DURAN DURAN are out on the tar plains once again, kicking off a series of European dates from June 3rd. From Finland to Sardinia, this latest tour sees the band playing sixteen shows, including two […]

Susan Aquila
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Electric Violinist Susan Aquila on Her Explosive New Single and Video “No Where”

May 26, 2025 Randall Radic

Electric violinist Susan Aquila recently unveiled her new single/music video, “No Where,” a song narrating the edgy, emotional toll of a toxic relationship. Aquila’s dazzling display of the bow across the strings soars over the […]

Bailey Spinn
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Bailey Spinn on Her Debut Album ‘Loser’

March 27, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

The year 2025 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Bailey Spinn. Embracing her edgy pop-punk stardom, she has amassed millions of fans and followers across social media. Her latest single, Cheap Motel, […]

LØLØ
Interviews

INTERVIEW: LØLØ Talks New Single “Possibility,” Dream Gigs, and the Power of Social Media

March 17, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

With a growing army of fans around the world behind her, millions of streams to her name, and toured with the likes of New Found Glory, if you’re not aware of LØLØ yet, chances are […]

Dela Kay
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Dela Kay on “Anybody Else” & Her Exciting Plans for the Year Ahead

February 20, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

Inspired by artists spanning several generations and genres, Dela Kay has, since first making her mark on the music world almost a decade ago, always wanted her music to represent who she is authentically – and her […]

Biig Piig
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Biig Piig Talks Debut Album ’11:11′ and Headline Show at The Limelight, Belfast

February 13, 2025 John Kearns

The highly anticipated new album from Biig Piig has arrived and has exceeded expectations with its perfect alt-pop soundscapes, addictive melodies and relatable lyrics. 11:11 is the follow-up to 2023’s Bubblegum mixtape, which effectively lit […]

Janet Devlin
Interviews

Janet Devlin Reflects on ‘Emotional Rodeo,’ 2024 Milestones, and Exciting Plans for 2025

January 20, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

Janet Devlin has come a long way since she first caught the attention of millions on The X-Factor. While many of her fellow X-Factor colleagues have fallen by the wayside, Janet’s career continues to go […]

Marla Mase
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Marla Mase Pays Tribute to Her Daughter & Celebrates Her Legacy with ‘The Lael Project’

December 18, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

“I used to picture happiness as a destination – an emerald city at the end of a long yellow brick road of suffering. But now I see that it’s here all around us, all the […]

Your Future Ghost
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kate Voegele of Your Future Ghost Talks New Single ‘I’m Like Money,’ Upcoming Album, and What’s Next

December 13, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

Kate Voegele is a name many are familiar with, largely thanks to her appearances as Mia Catalano in the hit series One Tree Hill. Not only did that show allow Kate to show off her […]

LAU
Interviews

INTERVIEW: LAU on the Inspiration Behind New Album ‘Digital Dream’

December 11, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

Since releasing her debut album ‘Believer’ in 2021, LAU – real name Laura Fares – has gone from strength to strength creatively and artistically. Her growth and development as an artist are highlighted in her […]

Mark Vickness
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Mark Vickness of MVI Discusses “Mandolin Spring,” Upcoming Tour, and 2024 Highlights

December 10, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

MVI are a group whose music truly transcends genres and styles. Fronted/led by Mark Vickness, the band has had a busy and successful year, particularly on the back of their new album ‘I Will Find […]

sacha
Interviews

INTERVIEW: sacha on ‘Change of Heart’ EP, Touring, and What’s Ahead in 2025

December 2, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

Sacha Arnaud, AKA sacha, first made a name for himself touring and working with other bands and artists, but now he’s striking out on his own with the release of his debut EP ‘Change Of […]

GRLWood
Interviews

INTERVIEW: GRLWood Talks ‘Sweat’, Social Media and Live Shows

November 18, 2024 Rebecca Haslam

Albums, it turns out, can be a bit like buses. You wait for one, then two – even three in the case of the latest work from GRLWood – come along almost all at once. […]

Piper Connolly
Interviews

Interview with Teen Pop-Punk and Alt-Pop Innovator Piper Connolly

November 7, 2024 Randall Radic

Teen pop-punk meets alt-pop innovator Piper Connolly recently unveiled her new single, “welcome back girl.” Connolly shares, “I wrote the song after seeing a friend rediscover herself after a very difficult time. She had completely […]

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