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          Belfast TradFest Announces Landmark 2026 Programme Across 40 Venues

          June 19, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has announced the full programme for its 2026 edition, which will take place from July 26 to August 2 across the city. The festival’s eighth edition will feature more than 1,000 artists across […]

          Kingfishr
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          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

          EELS
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          EELS Announce New Album ‘Cookie Happened’ And Share ‘Cap In Hand’

          June 16, 2026

          EELS have announced their 16th studio album, Cookie Happened, set for release on October 16 via E Works / Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s first single, “Cap […]

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        • Album Reviews

          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          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 […]

        • 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: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          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 […]

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HAYLEY MARY shares video for new single ‘Would You Throw A Diamond?’
New Music

HAYLEY MARY shares video for new single ‘Would You Throw A Diamond?’

February 16, 2021 XS Noize

Hayley Mary shares explosive rock banger ‘Would You Throw A Diamond?’, her first single of 2021 and the exciting follow up to November’s ‘The Chain’. The single comes alongside a retro music video shot on […]

DROPKICK MURPHYS Announce St. Patrick’s Day Stream 2021... Still Locked Down 1
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DROPKICK MURPHYS Announce St. Patrick’s Day Stream 2021… Still Locked Down

February 15, 2021 XS Noize

True to their annual tradition – with a twist for these turbulent times – Dropkick Murphys will unite with music fans from around the globe for Dropkick Murphys St. Patrick’s Day Stream 2021…Still Locked Down […]

Rag'n'Bone Man releases the live and acoustic rendition of his latest single 'All You Ever Wanted' 1
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Rag’n’Bone Man releases the live and acoustic rendition of his latest single ‘All You Ever Wanted’

February 13, 2021 XS Noize

Following on from the announcement of his long-awaited second album ‘Life By Misadventure’, his first full-length since the ground-breaking and award-winning 2017 debut ‘Human’, Rag’n’Bone Man has now unveiled a live and acoustic video for […]

Rising Irish singer-songwriter ABY COULIBALY shares new track 'Long Nights'
New Music

Rising Irish singer-songwriter ABY COULIBALY shares new track ‘Long Nights’

February 13, 2021 XS Noize

Aby Coulibaly followed her visionary debut ‘Taurus’ with her second track ‘Maybe’, and in the process boosted her buzz-worthy reputation with praise from Complex, Gal-dem and Wonderland. Her playlist support continues to gain traction, with […]

DARDUST & BENNY BENASSI join forces to drop new track 'Within Me'
New Music

DARDUST & BENNY BENASSI join forces to drop new track ‘Within Me’

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

“Within Me” unites two very different Italian artists whose combined talents have created something even greater than the sum of their parts. Dardust collides the worlds of minimalist piano composition and ambient electronica, a mix […]

FAANGS releases video for new single 'Relapse' - Watch Now!
New Music

FAANGS releases video for new single ‘Relapse’ – Watch Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Today sees FAANGS release the video for “RELAPSE,” the latest single taken from her forthcoming debut project TEETH OUT (TEETH OUT/Sony Music Germany/Columbia Records). The track and accompanying visual takes listeners further into the savage […]

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) releases his fifth full-length solo album - SONGS OF RESISTANCE
New Music

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) releases his fifth full-length solo album – SONGS OF RESISTANCE

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

James Atkin is pleased to announce his fifth full-length solo release, SONGS OF RESISTANCE. Created during the 2020 pandemic lockdown, this album mirrors and reflects the current climate, the big questions and recent issues facing […]

Newly launched Irish band EMBARCADERO release debut single 'Chasing You Around' - Listen Now!
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Newly launched Irish band EMBARCADERO release debut single ‘Chasing You Around’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Chasing You Around is the debut single from newly launched Irish band Embarcadero. The band was started in late 2019 with hopes of writing, recording and gigging in 2020 but Covid-19 ended those plans. Instead, […]

THE FALL Announce 'Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81' Vinyl LP - Listen to 'Rowche Rumble' 1
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THE FALL Announce ‘Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81’ Vinyl LP – Listen to ‘Rowche Rumble’

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

The Fall Announce Live Vinyl-Exclusive LP – ‘Live at St. Helens Technical College, ’81’. It’s out on Castle Face Records exclusively on vinyl (12” and a 7” in a gatefold jacket, including a digital download) […]

PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single 'Airhead' - Listen Now! 1
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PRINCESS GOES TO THE BUTTERFLY MUSEUM Feat: Michael C. Hall shares new single ‘Airhead’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released AIRHEAD from their forthcoming debut album, THANKS FOR COMING which will be released physically on May 7th. Hot on the heels of the brooding and atmospheric ‘Armageddon […]

Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single 'Over You' - Listen Now!
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Irish electro-pop artist Fí releases her new single ‘Over You’ – Listen Now!

February 12, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin-based electro-pop artist Fí has released her new single today, “Over You”, produced by Matt Weir (Ryan Mack, Robert Grace), tackling the difficulty of letting go while getting out of a toxic relationship and knowing […]

JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021
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JULES MAXWELL releases new album ‘Nocturnes’ – available on 5th March 2021

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Jules Maxwell is a composer and multi-instrumentalist working extensively across a number of genres who now presents his stunning new instrumental album ‘Nocturnes’. Having toured for many years as a keyboard player in legendary Australian […]

Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records - Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’
New Music

Derry Trio CHERYM Sign To Alcopop! Records – Hear New Single ‘Kisses On My Cards’

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Alcopop! Records announce that they have signed hotly-tipped, effervescent Northern Irish pop-punk trio Cherym, and are proud to present their new single ‘Kisses On My Cards’ which is released on 11th February 2021 on all […]

UNKLE release 'Do Yourself Some Good' and announce Rōnin Mixtape
New Music

UNKLE release ‘Do Yourself Some Good’ and announce Rōnin Mixtape

February 11, 2021 XS Noize

Today, James Lavelle’s UNKLE return with the uplifting new track, ‘Do Yourself Some Good’. The single, which premiered last night on Mary Anne Hobbs show on BBC 6Music, is taken from the forthcoming mixtape, ‘Rōnin […]

GRETA VAN FLEET release new single 'Heat Above' 1
New Music

GRETA VAN FLEET release new single ‘Heat Above’

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of their fifth #1 at rock radio, GRAMMY-winning rock band Greta Van Fleet today announce a luminous new single, ‘Heat Above’. It is the third track released from their forthcoming second […]

FLEETWOOD MAC - Live Super Deluxe Announced - Hear Unreleased Live Version Of 'The Chain'
New Music

FLEETWOOD MAC – Live Super Deluxe Announced – Hear Unreleased Live Version Of ‘The Chain’

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

When Fleetwood Mac released its first live album in December 1980, it captured the legendary band’s most iconic lineup on stage demonstrating the full scope of their collective, creative powers. Recorded mostly during the world […]

BIRDPEN share ‘Life In Design’ from new album ‘All Function One’ out March 2021 1
New Music

BIRDPEN share ‘Life In Design’ from new album ‘All Function One’ out March 2021

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

Based on the English south coast, BirdPen mix elements of alternative guitar rock, experimental electronica and Krautrock with cinematic moods, all delivered with powerful and meaningful lyrics. They have released five studio albums to date. […]

DAAY share new single 'First Light' - Listen Now!
New Music

DAAY share new single ‘First Light’ – Listen Now!

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

DAAY was formed in London in 2019 by Alex Barty-King and rehearsed in a large smoky basement flat in Kilburn. They bring together a collection of 5 musicians from Lebanon and France and released their […]

THEATRE OF HATE announce new double album 'A Thing Of Beauty' - out 30th April
New Music

THEATRE OF HATE announce new double album ‘A Thing Of Beauty’ – out 30th April

February 10, 2021 XS Noize

In 1980, Kirk Brandon formed Theatre Of Hate from the ashes of heralded punk band The Pack. Joining Kirk on vocals were notable punk musicians Stan Stammers and Luke Rendall, along with old school friend, […]

MAVIS STAPLES shares a capella remix of 'One More Change' by ALA.NI
New Music

MAVIS STAPLES shares a capella remix of ‘One More Change’ by ALA.NI

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Mavis Staples has shared a new remix of ‘One More Change’ from her acclaimed 2019 album We Get By today. “If we reached for the future as desperately as we cling to the past, change […]

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