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        • Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

          Picture This
          News

          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
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          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          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 […]

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Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN shares video for new single 'Death Of Adele' 1
New Music

Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN shares video for new single ‘Death Of Adele’

October 4, 2021 XS Noize

‘Death Of Adele’ is the second single to be released from ‘Abran Wish & The Light Party’, the forthcoming debut solo album by Dave Pen. Best known for his role as co-frontman and co-songwriter in […]

COUNTING CROWS to bring “The Butter Miracle Tour” to 3Arena, Dublin on 27 March 2022
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COUNTING CROWS to bring “The Butter Miracle Tour” to 3Arena, Dublin on 27 March 2022

October 4, 2021 XS Noize

As the legendary rock band, Counting Crows begin to wrap up “The Butter Miracle Tour” later this month in the United States, the band announced today their long-awaited return to Europe in 2022 with “Counting […]

SNOW PATROL announce Belfast & Derry acoustic shows 1
Gigs

SNOW PATROL announce Belfast & Derry acoustic shows

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

We are happy to announce two acoustic shows next week in our homeland Northern Ireland. Next Tuesday, Oct 5th at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast and Thursday, Oct 7th at the Millennium Forum, Derry. We have […]

TCTS reunites with NONÔ for new track ‘Off My Mind’ - Listen Now
New Music

TCTS reunites with NONÔ for new track ‘Off My Mind’ – Listen Now

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

Having scored the biggest hit of his career to date alongside Nonô with 12 million+ streams for ‘Sorry’, TCTS again teams up with the Brazilian vocal sensation for their brand new ‘Off My Mind’. The […]

TOBY JOHNSON shares new single 'Plot Twist' - Listen Now 2
New Music

TOBY JOHNSON shares new single ‘Plot Twist’ – Listen Now

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

The escapist, feel-good pop style of Toby Johnson’s latest single ‘California’ gave the singer-songwriter a fresh impetus. He earned a new round of radio play courtesy of BBC Introducing, while both Spotify and Apple Music […]

KIEFER SUTHERLAND shares video for new single ‘Bloor Street’ - Watch Now
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KIEFER SUTHERLAND shares video for new single ‘Bloor Street’ – Watch Now

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

After announcing details of his upcoming third album ‘Bloor Street’ as well as the extensive UK and European tour, Kiefer Sutherland today shares the album’s new single and title track, along with its full tracklist. […]

Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight on 26th January 2022 2
Gigs

Dundalk five-piece JUST MUSTARD announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight on 26th January 2022

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

Dundalk five-piece Just Mustard are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight on 26th January 2022. Comprised of vocalist Katie Ball, guitarists David Noonan (also backing vox) and Mete Kalyon, bassist Rob Clarke […]

OCTOBER DRIFT release brand new single 'Airborne Panic Attack'
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OCTOBER DRIFT release brand new single ‘Airborne Panic Attack’

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

October Drift have released their brand new single ‘Airborne Panic Attack’, their first taste of new material since their acclaimed debut album Forever Whatever and follow up EP Naked released last year.  “The majority of […]

LIAM GALLAGHER announces huge Knebworth Park show & ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’ album release date 2
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER announces huge Knebworth Park show & ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’ album release date

October 1, 2021 XS Noize

We’ve come to expect big things from Liam Gallagher, but today he reveals plans for 2022 that are biblical even by his colossal standards. He is set to release his new album ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’ […]

THE NI MUSIC PRIZE Best Album and Best Single shortlist for 2021 has been announced 1
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THE NI MUSIC PRIZE Best Album and Best Single shortlist for 2021 has been announced

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize Best Album and Best Single shortlist for 2021 has been announced. The Oh Yeah Music Centre is delighted to reveal the 14 albums and 8 singles that have made the NI […]

ERASURE announce details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour 1
Gigs

ERASURE announce details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of a surprise EP, celebrating the first night of their UK tour. Out on CD, limited edition purple cassette and digitally tomorrow, Friday 1 October, Ne: EP is a […]

AC/DC unveil brand new music video for 'Through The Mists Of Time' - Watch Now
New Music

AC/DC unveil brand new music video for ‘Through The Mists Of Time’ – Watch Now

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

Today, AC/DC have shared their brand new video for “Through The Mists Of Time”. The video is a rock and roll museum tour through an exhibition of the band’s incredible history. Based on a concept […]

Killing Joke bassist & award winning producer YOUTH shares his new single ‘Spinning Wheel’
New Music

Killing Joke bassist & award winning producer YOUTH shares his new single ‘Spinning Wheel’

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

To coincide with the announcement of his eagerly awaited debut solo album ‘Spinning Wheel’ on Youth Sounds / Cadiz Entertainment in November, Killing Joke bassist and award-winning producer Youth has shared the eponymously titled lead […]

STING releases new single 'Rushing Water' from forthcoming album 'The Bridge'
New Music

STING releases new single ‘Rushing Water’ from forthcoming album ‘The Bridge’

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

Today, 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting releases “Rushing Water,” the rocking opening salvo from his forthcoming album, The Bridge, slated for release on November 19, 2021, via A&M/Interscope/Cherrytree Records. The new song, available now on […]

COLDPLAY & BTS unveil the out-of-this-world video for My Universe
New Music

COLDPLAY & BTS unveil the out-of-this-world video for My Universe

September 30, 2021 XS Noize

Coldplay have today premiered the out-of-this-world video for My Universe, their hit new collaboration with BTS. The video is available to watch below. Helmed by superstar director Dave Meyers – who also directed Coldplay’s Higher […]

THE LUMINEERS share video for new single 'Brightside' - Watch Now
New Music

THE LUMINEERS share video for new single ‘Brightside’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

The Lumineers share the first video for the title track of their upcoming album BRIGHTSIDE, set to arrive Friday the 14th of January 2022 via Decca Records. The poignant video, directed by noted documentarian filmmaker […]

CHRISTINE AND THE QUEENS surprise releases 'Joseph EP' - Listen Now
New Music

CHRISTINE AND THE QUEENS surprise releases ‘Joseph EP’ – Listen Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Christine and the Queens has surprisingly released a new EP, Joseph, featuring two new songs performed during her appearance at Global Citizen Live last weekend. The songs are cover versions of George Michael’s “Freedom” and […]

FIELD MUSIC share new single “Endlessly” taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP
Gigs

FIELD MUSIC share new single “Endlessly” taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Ahead of their headline UK tour, Field Music share new single “Endlessly”, taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP, which will be released on 15 October 2021. “Another Shot” EP is the band’s first new […]

FATHERSON return with video for new single 'End Of The World' - Watch Now
Gigs

FATHERSON return with video for new single ‘End Of The World’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Fatherson are back, but not as you know them. End Of The World, the first new music from the band in three years, is a dreamy, synths-drenched beauty shot through with mischief. “If it’s my […]

VETS reveal the video for debut single ‘Anti-Socialite’ - Watch Now
New Music

VETS reveal the video for debut single ‘Anti-Socialite’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Long term collaborators and friends Lilla Vargen and Nick Hahn spent a year apart during the pandemic but when they reunited they took on a completely unguarded approach to revealing their emotions set to music […]

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