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        • Fugees
          News

          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
          News

          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
          News

          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          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 […]

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Kasabian
Gigs

KASABIAN release ‘The Wall’ – the fourth track from forthcoming new album ‘The Alchemist’s Euphoria’

July 29, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their highly-anticipated album The Alchemist’s Euphoria (out August 12th on Columbia Records), Kasabian have dropped their stellar new track ‘The Wall’. Written by Serge Pizzorno and produced by Serge and […]

Liam Gallagher
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER shares the ‘Diamond in the Dark’ EP featuring his take on the John Lennon classic ‘Bless You’

July 29, 2022 XS Noize

It’s already been a biblical summer for the iconic Liam Gallagher. His critically adored third solo studio album ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’ went straight to #1 with 70,000 first-week sales, and he celebrated by playing two […]

TRAVI THE NATIVE announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club, Thurs 10th March 2022
Gigs

TRAVI THE NATIVE to play a headline show at Limelight 2, Belfast on Sat 30th July 2022

July 29, 2022 XS Noize

A product of Belfast, Travi The Native continues to impress with his thoughtful combination of sentimental value & debonair flair. Travi The Native’s latest track, “ishouldbesleeping”, is a love letter to the idea of falling […]

Two Door Cinema Club
Gigs

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB release new single ‘Lucky’ from new album ‘Keep on Smiling’ out Sept 2nd

July 29, 2022 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have today released their new single ‘Lucky’. The single is taken from the band’s forthcoming new album Keep On Smiling. The album will be available digitally via LOWER THIRD [PIAS] on […]

Brix Smith
Gigs

Post-punk icon BRIX SMITH announces her first UK headline tour with her new band

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

The inimitable post-punk icon Brix Smith announces details of her first UK headline tour with her new live band, which features My Bloody Valentine duo Deb Googe (bass) and Jen Macro (keys/guitar), along with Vas […]

Gorillaz
Gigs

GORILLAZ share the music video for ‘Cracker Island (ft. Thundercat)’

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

In a delirium of police lights and hallucinations, the BRIT and Grammy-winning virtual band Gorillaz ring in a new dawn, teaming up with Nexus Studios to create the epic psychedelic video for their summer banger […]

Brian Eno
New Music

BRIAN ENO announces his 22nd studio album FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE – Watch the video for ‘There Were Bells

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

Brian Eno will release his 22nd studio album FOREVERANDEVERNOMORE on October 14 on vinyl, CD and digital formats, including Dolby Atmos. The 10-track record was made at his studio in West London. Brian sings vocals […]

Leftfield
New Music

LEFTFIELD announce new album ‘This Is What We Do’ – Watch video for new track ‘Pulse’

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

Leftfield, one of the UK’s most revered and innovative dance acts, officially announce their first album in seven years, This Is What We Do and release a new track entitled “Pulse”. This Is What We […]

The Cure
New Music

THE CURE announce 30th anniversary deluxe edition of ‘Wish’ – featuring 24 unreleased tracks

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

‘Wish’ was The Cure’s 9th studio album, released on 21st April 1992. It became the band’s best-selling album, reaching #1 in the UK and #2 in the US, where it was nominated for a Grammy […]

Chris Shifflet
New Music

Foo Fighters’ CHRIS SHIFFLET returns with new single ‘Long, Long Year’

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

Punk veteran. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Alt-country songwriter. Modern-day guitar hero, Chris Shifflet releases his new single ‘Long, Long Year’. For more than 25 years, Foo Fighters six-stringer Chris Shiflett has blurred […]

Rina Sawayama
Gigs

Multidimensional, British-Japanese pop sensation RINA SAWAYAMA shares the video for new single ‘Hold The Girl’

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

Multidimensional, British-Japanese pop sensation Rina Sawayama shares the third offering from her highly anticipated sophomore album Hold The Girl, now releasing September 16th via Dirty Hit. The new single and title track “Hold The Girl”, […]

Sorcha Richardson
Gigs

SORCHA RICHARDSON announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on October 19th 2022

July 28, 2022 XS Noize

Sorcha Richardson has announced her new album Smiling Like an Idiot. It’ll feature this spring’s amazing single ‘Archie’ as well as the most recent one ‘Shark Eyes’. Irish singer-songwriter Sorcha Richardson has been cultivating a […]

JAXN
New Music

JAXN shares the video for new single ‘One Kiss’

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

JAXN’s early tracks have resulted in attention from Clash, Lyrical Lemonade and Office, hit numerous alternative playlists across streaming services, and seen the producer/songwriter/vocalist amass more than a million likes at TikTok. Now returning in […]

The Damned
New Music

THE DAMNED announce ‘A Night of a Thousand Vampires’ Live album & concert film

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

On October 28th, 2019, The Damned took the stage at London’s prestigious Palladium Theatre for a very special immersive musical and theatrical experience – performing songs of their 40-year rich catalogue. A true event from […]

BLUR drummer DAVE ROWNTREE releases video for his debut single 'London Bridge'
New Music

BLUR drummer DAVE ROWNTREE shares “Making Of” video for single “London Bridge”

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Following the release of the single “London Bridge” earlier this month via Cooking Vinyl and its accompanying video which has garnered considerable attention for its mesmerizing animation, Blur drummer DAVE ROWNTREE and artists CAUBOYZ are […]

Jesus Jones
New Music

JESUS JONES announce ‘Some Of The Answers’ – a new career-spanning 15 CD box set

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

On 28 October, Demon Music Group will release a career-spanning collection of Jesus Jones on the Edsel label. Formed in London in 1988, Jesus Jones blended indie rock with the House and techno. Armed with […]

Rick Astley
New Music

RICK ASTLEY celebrates the 35th anniversary of ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Today Rick Astley celebrates the 35th anniversary of the release of “Never Gonna Give You Up”. One of the most recognizable singles of all time, “Never Gonna Give You Up”, was released on this day […]

BUSH
Gigs

BUSH announce new album ‘The Art Of Survival’ – Listen to first single ‘More Than Machines’

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

After hinting at this chapter, iconic GRAMMY® Award-nominated rock band BUSH return with their long-awaited ninth full-length album, The Art of Survival, scheduled for release on October 7, 2022, via BMG. The Art of Survival […]

Bowling For Soup
Gigs

BOWLING FOR SOUP announce headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Friday 2nd December

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Following their 2019 SOLD OUT Belfast show and having released ten studio albums during their most active years, they have no shortage of material to perform. Their 2002 album, Drunk Enough To Dance, remains their […]

Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band
Gigs

MICHAEL HEAD announces UK & Ireland Tour following the runaway success of Dear Scott

July 27, 2022 XS Noize

Having picked up the first top ten album of his storied 40-year career as a solo artist and figurehead of The Pale Fountains, The Strands and Shack, Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band announce […]

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