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        • da Googie
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          Da Googie + Cara Tivey announce ‘The Golden Thread’ live at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs […]

          The Reytons
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          The Reytons announce trailblazing world tour with Belfast show at The Telegraph Building

          April 20, 2026

          From number one albums to headlining major festivals, John Fury boxing bootcamps to band member substitutes with Gary Neville, indie juggernauts The Reytons have done it all. Against all odds, UK Music’s biggest underdogs keep […]

          madonna
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          Madonna Releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from Forthcoming Album ‘Confessions II’

          April 18, 2026

          After being serviced early to select DJs and clubs – sending demand into overdrive, Madonna releases ‘I Feel So Free’ from her forthcoming album Confessions II.  Produced by Madonna and Stuart Price, the song is […]

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          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
        • 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
        • 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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CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ - Watch Now 1
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CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Circa Waves today unveil the video for ‘Sad Happy’, the eponymous first single from the ‘Sad’ side of their album forthcoming album ‘Sad Happy’ (released on 13th March). A banging, soulful track that drives along […]

Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” 1
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Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet”

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble will be releasing “The Red Planet” on April […]

Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album 'Rock, Drop & Roll'
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Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album ‘Rock, Drop & Roll’

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast-based rockers MASK are back, firing on all cylinders with a belting new live album in tow. Fuelled by ferocious guitar sounds and infectious sing-alongs, the band (fronted by songsmith ‘H’) performed to an audience […]

Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February 2
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Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Indie singer/songwriter from Bangor, County Down Mark Hegan releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February. The song was mastered by Rocky O’Reilly at Start Together Studios, Belfast. Mark has garnered industry […]

Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 1
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Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Dublin alternative rock band, Fangclub are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 2020. The band released their new album ‘Vulture Culture’ in July of last year. Fangclub spent […]

BRIAN FALLON reveals new music video for '21 Days' - Watch Now
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BRIAN FALLON reveals new music video for ’21 Days’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Brian Fallon has revealed the official video for his acclaimed new single, “21 Days.” Directed by New Jersey-based filmmaker/photographer Kelsey Hunter Ayres. “21 Days” heralds Fallon’s eagerly awaited new album, LOCAL HONEY, due Friday, March […]

ASH share brand-new video for 'Girl From Mars' - Watch Now
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ASH share brand-new video for ‘Girl From Mars’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Having announced the career-spanning Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash – released this coming Friday, February 14th – ASH is today sharing a brand-new video for Girl From Mars. Originally taken from the band’s breakthrough […]

NEW MODEL ARMY announce 40th Anniversary Shows
Gigs

NEW MODEL ARMY announce 40th Anniversary Shows

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

In celebration of their 40th year in music, New Model Army have announced shows at London’s Roundhouse on Saturday 28 November 2020 and Nottingham’s Rock City on 7 November 2020, playing a special three-hour set […]

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival
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VAN MORRISON announces an extra date at the Millennium Forum on Saturday 9th May

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Music legend Sir Van Morrison has announced an extra date at the Millennium Forum on Saturday 9th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival. The multi-award-winning singer, composer and performer will be […]

ENTER SHIKARI announce new album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April 1
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ENTER SHIKARI announce new album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

It was all leading to this. The definitive Enter Shikari album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April 2020 through So Recordings. First single ‘{ The Dreamers Hotel }’ premiered as Annie […]

Manchester’s PUPPET THEORY share video for new single 'Modern Boys'
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Manchester’s PUPPET THEORY share video for new single ‘Modern Boys’

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester-based indie rock band Puppet Theory are made up of their Liverpudlian frontman Chris Pickering (vocals and guitar), Johnny Hearldon (lead guitar), Niall Musa (bass and backing vocals) and Paul Gallacher (drums). Drawing influences from […]

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March
Gigs

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with a buzz, a bang and a battalion of hooks on their new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March on CD, download and limited edition red vinyl.  With […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE add additional shows to 2020 Tour Dates
Gigs

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE add additional shows to 2020 Tour Dates

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Due to demand Ocean Colour Scene are adding some additional shows to the 2020 Tour Dates. Birmingham O2 Academy on 11th December is SOLD OUT so they will also be coming back to Birmingham for […]

SKUNK ANANSIE share video for new single 'This Means War' & announce Meltdown Festival 1
Gigs

SKUNK ANANSIE share video for new single ‘This Means War’ & announce Meltdown Festival

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Skunk Anansie have shared the video for their powerful new single ‘This Means War’, which features live footage of the iconic rock group on stage at Pol’and’Rock festival last year where they headlined to a […]

SIMPLE MINDS announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Sunday 23rd August 2020 1
Gigs

SIMPLE MINDS announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Sunday 23rd August 2020

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Legendary Scottish rock band, Simple Minds are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Sunday 23rd August 2020. Simple Minds will celebrate 40 iconic years in music by embarking upon […]

STEVE HARLEY Releases video for 'I've Just Seen A Face' from his forthcoming 'Uncovered' album
Gigs

STEVE HARLEY Releases video for ‘I’ve Just Seen A Face’ from his forthcoming ‘Uncovered’ album

February 7, 2020 XS Noize

21 February 2020 will see the release of a very special album from the newly inaugurated Steve Harley Acoustic Band. “Uncovered” includes interpretations of nine painstakingly chosen songs created in many instances by peers and […]

PEARL JAM - Announce New Album ‘Gigaton’ out March 27th 1
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PEARL JAM releases the official and final video for ‘Dance of the Clairvoyants’ – Watch Now

February 7, 2020 XS Noize

Today Pearl Jam released the official and final video for “Dance of the Clairvoyants”, the first single from Pearl Jam’s forthcoming album, Gigaton is out now. “I can’t tell you how proud I am about […]

ROE shares her new single 'Look who's on the TV' - Listen Now
New Music

ROE shares her new single ‘Look who’s on the TV’ – Listen Now

February 7, 2020 XS Noize

After spending much of 2019 on the road supporting the likes of Snow Patrol, Kodaline and Robbie Williams, as well as a slew of festivals appearances including SXSW, Reeperbahn and Body & Soul, 20-year-old ROE […]

Chester Bennington's pre-Linkin Park band GREY DAZE announce new album 'Amends' for April 10th 1
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Chester Bennington’s pre-Linkin Park band GREY DAZE announce new album ‘Amends’ for April 10th

February 7, 2020 XS Noize

Grey Daze, Chester Bennington’s pre-Linkin Park band, have announced Amends, the Phoenix-born band’s eagerly-awaited album featuring newly recorded music with re-mastered vocals from the group’s long out-of-print, and largely undiscovered catalogue. Due for release April […]

London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS release a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’ - Watch Now
Gigs

London 3-piece INDIAN QUEENS announce May UK tour

February 7, 2020 XS Noize

London 3-piece Indian Queens have announced a UK tour in May. The full list of dates is below. Last week the band released a video for their brand new single ‘Bubblewrap’. The track is taken […]

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