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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
          News

          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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SUPERGRASS' DANNY GOFFEY announces new album 'Schtick!' & own festival 1
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Supergrass’ DANNY GOFFEY releases ‘Sick Holiday’ + announces Goffstonbury lineup

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Danny Goffey releases ‘Sick Holiday’, the latest single from his new album ‘Schtick!’ released June 22nd on Distiller Records. He has also announced the lineup for Goffstonbury, his own Glastonbury-placeholder festival taking place at […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single 'You Opened Up My Heart' - Listen Now!
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB enter UK Top 20 with new album ‘Build A Tower’

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club are celebrating their Top 20 chart debut with their new album Build A Tower, which went straight into the Official UK album chart at number 18 on, no.10 in the physical […]

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video 'PL5' - Watch Now
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Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A (Forces Elèctriques d’Andorra) unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ via Primavera Sound’s label El Segell. They say: “‘PL5’ was one of the first songs we composed for the album and is one […]

THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video - Watch Now
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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Mercury Prize nominated and multi-platinum selling London quartet, The Magic Numbers today release their long-awaited new album, Outsiders, available on all formats via Role Play Records. In-line with the release, the band are sharing the […]

CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th
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CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Acclaimed London five-piece Curse Of Lono announces their new album, As I Fell, to be released on August 17th via Submarine Cat Records. Today, the band has unveiled the first single, “ Valentine.” – Listen […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre announces their October UK tour, but if you can’t wait until then, you can catch them at Green Man Festival on 19th August. The 10-date tour will start on 11th October at […]

R.E.M's Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur release Arthur Buck video for Are You Electrified?
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R.E.M’s Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur release Arthur Buck video for Are You Electrified?

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Joseph Arthur and Peter Buck of R.E.M. fame have released their first video for new single, Are You Electrified?’ taken from their debut album, Arthur Buck, scheduled for release on June 15th via New West […]

THE VRYLL SOCIETY Announce Debut LP + Unveil New Single 'Andrei Rublev'
New Music

THE VRYLL SOCIETY announce the arrival of their eagerly anticipated debut album ‘Course Of The Satellite’

May 9, 2018 XS Noize

Liverpool psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society announce the arrival of their eagerly anticipated debut album Course Of The Satellite, due for release 10th August via Deltasonic Records. Developed organically over several months in the band’s […]

Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece DANTEVILLES announce release of their new single 'Daydreamer' - Listen
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Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece DANTEVILLES announce release of their new single ‘Daydreamer’ – Listen

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester Soul Pop fourpiece Dantevilles have announced the release of their new single Daydreamer released through Heist or Hit on 4th May. Their debut self-titled EP will be released on 11th May with a hometown […]

London-based four-piece SEA GIRLS announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast, Wednesday 24th October
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London-based four-piece SEA GIRLS announce headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast, Wednesday 24th October

May 8, 2018 XS Noize

London-based four-piece Sea Girls are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Wednesday 24th October 2018. Sea Girls are proving adept at delivering simple storytelling and arena-ready anthem. Debut single […]

BIRDPEN will release their new studio album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' in early autumn
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BIRDPEN will release their new studio album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’ in early autumn

May 5, 2018 XS Noize

Southampton based alt/prog rock duo BirdPen will release their new studio album in the early autumn. ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’ is being funded via a still active Pledge campaign and is preceded by an […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE shares new single 'Hunger' + announces new album, ‘High As Hope’ 1
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FLORENCE + THE MACHINE shares new single ‘Hunger’ + announces new album, ‘High As Hope’

May 4, 2018 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine has today confirmed details of hugely-anticipated new album ‘High As Hope’, which will be released on June 29th on Virgin EMI. The first official single, ‘Hunger’, also premieres today, accompanied by […]

THE ORB announce new single and video "Rush Hill Road" featuring Hollie Cook
Gigs

THE ORB announce new single and video “Rush Hill Road” featuring Hollie Cook

May 4, 2018 XS Noize

As part of their 30th-anniversary celebrations and in anticipation of their forthcoming album, veteran electronic gods THE ORB are delighted to announce new single “Rush Hill Road”. With vocals from rising reggae star Hollie Cook, […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS Announce New Album 'Resistance Is Futile' + Tour Dates
Gigs

MANIC STREET PREACHERS release new single ‘Hold Me Like A Heaven’

May 4, 2018 XS Noize

Currently finishing off their UK arena tour, Manic Street Preachers release a new single today, 4th May 2018. ‘Hold Me Like A Heaven is the third single taken from their No. 2 hit album ‘Resistance […]

JOHNNY BORRELL releases new single 'My World, Your Life' + RAZORLIGHT announce first album in 10 years
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JOHNNY BORRELL releases new single ‘My World, Your Life’ + RAZORLIGHT announce first album in 10 years

May 4, 2018 XS Noize

Following up on the critically acclaimed ‘Atlantic Culture’ album ‘My World, Your Life’ is the latest single from the unexpected, challenging, iconoclastic solo career of Johnny Borrell. Recorded during the latter phase of sessions with […]

LIFE return with new single 'Grown Up' - Listen Now
Gigs

LIFE return with new single ‘Grown Up’ – Listen Now

May 3, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from a typically raucous and sweaty week in Austin, Texas for SXSW where the band played for DIY, BBC 6Music & Fluffer Pit, LIFE announces their return with the anthemic and frenetic “Grown Up”, […]

DEER HUNTER Announce exclusive tour-only cassette release 1
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DEER HUNTER Announce exclusive tour-only cassette release

May 3, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of their May/June tour dates in New York and Europe, Deerhunter has announced details of an exclusive tour-only release. Double Dream Of Spring was recorded at Bradford Cox’s home in Atlanta, Georgia with the […]

SNOW PATROL Return with new album, 'WILDNESS' May 25th 1
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SNOW PATROL premiere video the song “What If This Is All The Love You Ever Get? – Watch Now

May 3, 2018 XS Noize

Snow Patrol premiered the song “What If This Is All The Love You Ever Get? via a world first, play on Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 program. Lowe called the song “deep and emotional” and you […]

The View's frontman KYLE FALCONER will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th
Gigs

The View’s frontman KYLE FALCONER will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

After five hit albums, a Mercury Prize nomination and countless sold-out shows with The View, the band’s frontman Kyle Falconer will release his debut album ‘No Thank You’ on July 27th on Riverman Records. A […]

Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1
Gigs

Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1

May 2, 2018 XS Noize

Pedigree Britpop legends CAST announce the Greatest Hits Tour is coming to Belfast at The Limelight 1 on Friday 23rd November 2018. Cast is set to release two new ‘vinyl’ only packages in November 2018 […]

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