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        • Razorlight
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          Razorlight Announce Belfast Show For ‘Razorlight’ 20th Anniversary Tour

          June 12, 2026

          Razorlight will play The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, as part of their Razorlight 20th anniversary tour. The UK and Ireland dates will celebrate 20 years since the release of the band’s […]

          Makeshift Art Bar
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          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
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          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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        • 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
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          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. […]

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        • Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          The Hoosiers
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          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
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          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 […]

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Constable to publish STEVEN WILSON’s debut book, 'Limited Edition of One' on 7th April 2022 1
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Constable to publish STEVEN WILSON’s debut book, ‘Limited Edition of One’ on 7th April 2022

February 3, 2022 XS Noize

Andreas Campomar, the non-fiction publisher for Little, Brown imprint Constable, has bought World English Language rights to Steven Wilson’s debut, Limited Edition of One, from Matthew Hamilton at The Hamilton Agency. Steven Wilson is often […]

KARIN ANN'S new EP ‘side effects of being human’ to be released on 25th Feb - Watch the video for current single ‘looking at porn’
Gigs

KARIN ANN’S new EP ‘side effects of being human’ to be released on 25th Feb – Watch the video for current single ‘looking at porn’

February 3, 2022 XS Noize

Already making waves across Europe, Karin Ann made a big introduction to UK audiences when Jack Saunders premiered her current single ‘looking at porn’ on Radio 1’s Future Sounds. A satirical swipe at the misogynistic […]

BEAR'S DEN unveil the captivating video for their new single 'Spiders'
Gigs

BEAR’S DEN unveil the captivating video for their new single ‘Spiders’

February 3, 2022 XS Noize

With their highly-anticipated new album ‘Blue Hours’ set for release on May 13th via Communion Records, folk-rock duo Bear’s Den – made up of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones – have now unveiled the captivating […]

PAUL DRAPER shares the video for 'Internationalle' taken from his new album 'Cult Leader Tactics'
Gigs

PAUL DRAPER shares the video for ‘Internationalle’ taken from his new album ‘Cult Leader Tactics’

February 2, 2022 XS Noize

Today acclaimed songwriter and former Mansun frontman Paul Draper shares the video for ‘Internationalle’ from his recently released top ten album ‘Cult Leader Tactics’. “This is an anti-nationalism song, dealing with Machiavellian and manipulative behaviour […]

The UK’s biggest country duo THE SHIRES will release their new album ‘10 Year Plan’ on 11th March 2022
Gigs

THE SHIRES share the video for new single ‘I See Stars’ – Watch Now

February 2, 2022 XS Noize

The UK’s biggest country music exports The Shires build upon the news that their soul-stirring new album ‘10 Year Plan’ will be released on March 11th by sharing the video for their current single ‘I […]

BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Birthmark’ featuring emawk
New Music

BEAU DIAKO shares new single ‘Birthmark’ featuring emawk

February 2, 2022 XS Noize

Beau Diako’s recent singles ‘Nylon’ and ‘Fretless’ have united the rising producer/guitarist/songwriter with featured artists such as Bas, Etta Bond and Tobi Tunis, leading to fresh acclaim from Wonderland and The Line of Best Fit. Continuing to illuminate his unique artistry ahead of the April 1st release of his […]

THE WATERBOYS announce brand new record ‘All Souls Hill’ - Hear first single ‘The Liar’ 2
New Music

THE WATERBOYS unveil powerful imagery in video for new album’s title track ‘All Souls Hill’

February 2, 2022 XS Noize

The Waterboys today drop another compelling video for new single ‘All Souls Hill’ – the title track to their new album out May 6th on Cooking Vinyl and which follows 2020’s critically acclaimed Good Luck […]

Derry three-piece TOUTS return with new single 'Shane MacGowan’s Teeth'
New Music

Derry three-piece TOUTS return with new single ‘Shane MacGowan’s Teeth’

February 2, 2022 XS Noize

The static and squall of fresh hype closed in on Derry three-piece TOUTS as the teenage punks and caustic diarists of the mundane and maddening punched and kicked themselves into view five years ago. Holding […]

SCOOTER return to Belfast to play their largest ever Irish show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday June 25th 2022
Gigs

SCOOTER return to Belfast to play their largest ever Irish show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday June 25th 2022

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

Following two SOLD OUT Custom House Square shows in 2021, Scooter return to Belfast to play their largest ever Irish show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Saturday, June 25th 2022. Don’t miss out on this […]

EMF are back with 'GO GO SAPIENS' their first album of all-new material since 1995
Gigs

EMF are back with ‘GO GO SAPIENS’ their first album of all-new material since 1995

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

EMF, the band responsible for the chart-topping smash hit “Unbelievable,” are back with their first album of all-new material since 1995. GO GO SAPIENS is the album fans have been patiently waiting for and begins […]

WET LEG share video for new single 'Oh No' & announce run of UK instore gigs + Austin, Texas SXSW shows
Gigs

WET LEG share video for new single ‘Oh No’ & announce run of UK instore gigs + Austin, Texas SXSW shows

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers each wear a small gold necklace made by Hester: one that says Wet, and one that says Leg. Before last summer, those necklaces would have been cryptic to almost everyone else. However, a […]

JAMES BOURNE announces The Sugar Beach tour
Gigs

JAMES BOURNE announces The Sugar Beach tour

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

James Bourne is one of the most successful songwriters of his generation, starting with his arena-conquering success with Busted, he has scored five #1 smash hits, several Top 10 singles and achieved multi-Platinum album success […]

THE SMILE feat: Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood and Tom Skinner reveal new track 'The Smoke'
Gigs

THE SMILE feat: Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood and Tom Skinner announce European tour for 2022

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

The Smile, the new group comprising Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood and Sons Of Kemet’s Tom Skinner, have today announced details of their debut European tour for 2022, including UK dates in London at […]

RICKY ROSS announces solo album and tour ‘Short Stories Vol. 2’ alongside a memoir ‘Walking Back Home’
Gigs

RICKY ROSS announces solo album and tour ‘Short Stories Vol. 2’ alongside a memoir ‘Walking Back Home’

February 1, 2022 XS Noize

Ricky Ross, songwriter and lead singer for Deacon Blue, one of Scotland’s most respected bands, follows the release of 2020’s City Of Love, the band’s most successful album in 25 years, with a solo album […]

LONGITUDE returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 1st to Sunday, July 3rd 2022 1
Gigs

LONGITUDE returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 1st to Sunday, July 3rd 2022

January 31, 2022 XS Noize

Longitude returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 1st to Sunday, July 3rd 2022. The first round of acts is as follows. Longitude favourite Dave returns to headline the Friday night of Longitude. […]

Glasgow singer-songwriter JOESEF announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 7th May 2022
Gigs

Glasgow singer-songwriter JOESEF announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 7th May 2022

January 31, 2022 XS Noize

Glasgow singer-songwriter, Joesef is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday 7th May 2022. Joesef ended 2021 playing to thousands of fans at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom for his right-of-passage […]

KAE TEMPEST shares new single ‘More Pressure’ featuring Kevin Abstract
New Music

KAE TEMPEST unveils video for ‘More Pressure’ – Watch Now

January 28, 2022 XS Noize

Following the release of Kae Tempest’s new single “More Pressure” with Kevin Abstract earlier this month, the British spoken word artist, rapper, poet, novelist, and playwright drops the official video for the song today. The […]

PET SHOP BOYS release their remix of DJ and Producer Claptone’s ‘Queen of Ice’
New Music

PET SHOP BOYS release their remix of DJ and Producer Claptone’s ‘Queen of Ice’

January 28, 2022 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys today release their remix of DJ and Producer Claptone’s ‘Queen of Ice’, taken from his latest studio album “Closer”. Continuing the run of outstanding album collaborations and the final single to be […]

THE CHAINSMOKERS share video for their highly anticipated new single High'
New Music

THE CHAINSMOKERS share video for their highly anticipated new single High’

January 28, 2022 XS Noize

Following a two-year break from touring and releasing music, and nearly being replaced by two new guys, Grammy Award-winning and Billboard Chart-topping artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers have returned to unveil their highly anticipated new single […]

THE KOOKS announce new album '10 Tracks To Echo In The Dark' this July - Watch video for 'Connection'
Gigs

THE KOOKS announce new album ’10 Tracks To Echo In The Dark’ this July – Watch video for ‘Connection’

January 28, 2022 XS Noize

Today British indie-pop trailblazers THE KOOKS announce their sixth studio album, ‘10 TRACKS TO ECHO IN THE DARK’. It will be released on July 22nd via Lonely Cat / AWAL Recordings and is a fresh […]

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