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        • 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 […]

          Belle & Sebastian
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          Belle and Sebastian release Scotland World Cup anthem ‘It Only Takes One Lion’

          June 2, 2026

          Belle & Sebastian dial up World Cup fever with ‘It Only Takes One Lion’, their bid for Scotland’s tournament anthem. Written following Scotland’s 4-2 qualifying win against Denmark and premiered at London’s Royal Albert Hall […]

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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

          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
        • 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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EDITORS unveil video for 'Darkness At The Door' - the new single to be lifted from top 10 album 'Violence'
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EDITORS unveil video for ‘Darkness At The Door’ – the new single to be lifted from top 10 album ‘Violence’

April 17, 2018 XS Noize

Editors today announce ‘Darkness At The Door’ as the next single to be taken from their critically acclaimed Top 10 album ‘Violence’. Filmed at the band’s sold out headline show at Amsterdam’s 17,000 capacity Ziggo […]

GANG OF FOUR Releases ‘IVANKA (THINGS YOU CAN’T HAVE)’ Single 1
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GANG OF FOUR Releases ‘IVANKA (THINGS YOU CAN’T HAVE)’ Single

April 16, 2018 XS Noize

GANG OF FOUR today release “Ivanka (Things You Can’t Have)”, the second single from the forthcoming “Complicit” EP, due out April 20, 2018. The new track is a co-production between Andy Gill and Ben Hillier […]

THE DAMNED on track for first UK Top 10 album in 41 years.
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THE DAMNED on track for first UK Top 10 album in 41 years.

April 16, 2018 XS Noize

British punk rock icons The Damned are on course to enter the UK album chart in the top 10 for the first time in their 41 year career. Their Visconti produced album ‘Evil Spirits’ is […]

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

April 16, 2018 XS Noize

Liverpool psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society announce the arrival of their latest psych-driven single Andrei Rublev, creating further anticipation ahead of the release of their debut album this summer. Inspired by scenes from Andre Tarkovsky’s […]

Those with Music Potential come together for a special evening at Oh Yeah this April 17th
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Those with Music Potential come together for a special evening at Oh Yeah this April 17th

April 16, 2018 XS Noize

The participants of Music Potential Belfast, a project facilitated by The Oh Yeah Music Centre on behalf of London based Capital XTRA Radio is set to showcase the results of their work on Tuesday 17th […]

#20: XS Noize Music Podcast: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre 2
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce New Album – out 1st June

April 16, 2018 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre will release the first of 2 new albums in 2018; ‘Something Else’ is out on 1st June on a Recordings. The album, which is available on 180grm white vinyl, was recorded and […]

BIFFY CLYRO Announce 'MTV Unplugged' Album + Belfast Waterfront Show, Sunday 16th September 1
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BIFFY CLYRO Announce ‘MTV Unplugged’ Album + Belfast Waterfront Show, Sunday 16th September

April 13, 2018 XS Noize

Although their live shows are best known for their electrifying and explosive energy, Biffy Clyro has often demonstrated that their songs possess an added poignancy when stripped back to their essence. Now the band can […]

FLORENCE + THE MACHINE debut “SKY FULL OF SONG” - Watch Now
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FLORENCE + THE MACHINE debut “SKY FULL OF SONG” – Watch Now

April 13, 2018 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine unveil a brand new track, “Sky Full Of Song” today. Listen and watch the A.G. Rojas-directed video BELOW. In partnership with Record Store Day, a limited edition, double A-side 7” vinyl […]

SNOW PATROL: CONFIRM Northern Ireland tour dates
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SNOW PATROL premiere new song and video, “LIFE ON EARTH” – Watch Now

April 13, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Snow Patrol debut their music video for “Life On Earth,” a new song from Wildness, the band’s first record in seven years. The music video was premiered today by British Astronaut Tim Peake and […]

R.E.M's Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur announce new album Arthur Buck
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R.E.M’s Peter Buck and Joseph Arthur announce new album Arthur Buck

April 11, 2018 XS Noize

Joseph Arthur and Peter Buck, (of R.E.M. fame) will release their debut album, Arthur Buck , on June 15th, 2018 via New West Records. The 11-song set was produced by Joseph Arthur and mixed by […]

JOAN AS POLICE WOMAN announces headline Belfast show at The Black Box Tuesday 14th August 2018
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JOAN AS POLICE WOMAN announces headline Belfast show at The Black Box Tuesday 14th August 2018

April 10, 2018 XS Noize

American singer-songwriter and producer Joan As Police Woman is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Black Box on Tuesday 14th August 2018. The new album ‘Damned Devotion’ was released in February of […]

Seattle rock ‘n’ roll fourpiece THUNDERPUSSY'S self-titled debut album set for release May 25th
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Seattle rock ‘n’ roll fourpiece THUNDERPUSSY’S self-titled debut album set for release May 25th

April 10, 2018 XS Noize

  Seattle rock ‘n’ roll fourpiece Thunderpussy’s highly-anticipated, self-titled debut album is set for release on May 25th via Virgin EMI/ Republic Records. Today they unveil their new single ‘Thunderpussy’ from the album – listen here. […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND release new single ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ - Listen Now!
Gigs

Belfast band BRAND NEW FRIEND named as SNOW PATROL support for Irish tour

April 10, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from a UK tour with Pretty Vicious and Irish dates with Feeder, BRAND NEW FRIEND release the title track of their forthcoming debut album,’ SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’. The band have also been confirmed for […]

THE MAGIC NUMBERS Share new single ‘Ride Against The Wind’ - Listen
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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Share new single ‘Ride Against The Wind’ – Listen

April 8, 2018 XS Noize

I never wanted to be a part of anything, the cool kids at school, the pretend outlaws. I was always an outsider, we’ve always been an outsider band. We don’t fit in, never have and […]

JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album 'CALL THE COMET' To Be Released June 15th 3
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JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album ‘CALL THE COMET’ To Be Released June 15th

April 8, 2018 XS Noize

The Smiths ’ guitar legend and NME Godlike Genius Award -winner, Johnny Marr, has announced a third solo album, Call The Comet to be released June 15th. From the 12-track collection, he shares ” The […]

MARTIN SEXTON announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 Friday 2nd November 2018
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MARTIN SEXTON announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 Friday 2nd November 2018

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

American singer-songwriter Martin Sexton is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday 02nd November 2018. In 2018 Martin is touring in support of his ninth studio release Mixtape of […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new song 'Liverpool Revisited' - Listen
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new song ‘Liverpool Revisited’ – Listen

April 6, 2018 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers Share Final Track Before Album Release Next Week. “The title ‘Resistance is Futile’ and the cover image just fit together perfectly. The sleeve is a vintage photograph of one of the last […]

MIDDLE KIDS Announce debut album 'Lost Friends' - check out first single 'MISTAKE'
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MIDDLE KIDS – Share New Single “On My Knees” from New Album “Lost Friends” – Listen

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Australian trio Middle Kids will release their debut album Lost Friends next month, and today they share new single “On My Knees”. The band explain the track is “about rejecting the value system of the […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino' - Watch Trailer 1
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ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino’ – Watch Trailer

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys return with their sixth album, entitled Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino on Friday May 11, 2018. Produced by James Ford and Alex Turner, the album was recorded in Los Angeles, Paris and London. […]

BEN HOWARD shares new single 'A Boat To An Island On The Wall' - Listen
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BEN HOWARD shares new single ‘A Boat To An Island On The Wall’ – Listen

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

A Boat To An Island On The Wall is the first new music that Ben and his band have shared since the release of his number 1 charting second album, I Forget Where We Were, […]

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