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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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
          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 […]

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DRY CLEANING announce debut album 'New Long Leg' & share new single 'Strong Feelings' 1
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DRY CLEANING announce debut album ‘New Long Leg’ & share new single ‘Strong Feelings’

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Dry Cleaning are delighted to announce details of their debut studio album and have shared a new single ‘Strong Feelings’. The South London group of Nick Buxton (drums), Tom Dowse (guitar), Lewis Maynard (bass) […]

KYGO Announces One-Of-A-Kind Livestream Performance On Mountain Top in Norway 1
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KYGO Announces One-Of-A-Kind Livestream Performance On Mountain Top in Norway

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum selling artist Kygo has announced a special upcoming Livestream performance presented on Moment House, the premium digital live platform that connects artists and their core fans for global, elevated ticketed experiences — called […]

PALE WAVES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 19th 2022 2
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PALE WAVES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 19th 2022

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

Manchester-based rock band Pale Waves are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 19th 2022. The bands new single ‘You Don’t Own Me’ is out now, taken from their […]

ARCHITECTS share video for brand new single 'Dead Butterflies' - Watch Now! 1
New Music

ARCHITECTS share new single ‘Meteor’ – Listen Now!

February 9, 2021 XS Noize

ARCHITECTS release their brand new single ‘Meteor’ today, following a world exclusive play last night with Annie Mac on Radio 1 as her ‘Hottest Record In The World’. This is the fourth single to be […]

CHET FAKER shares video for new single 'Get High' - Watch Now!
New Music

CHET FAKER shares video for new single ‘Get High’ – Watch Now!

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

Nick Murphy revived his acclaimed Chet Faker project last October by releasing the soothing melancholia of ‘Low’, which he performed live on The Ellen DeGeneres Show last month. Now the artist, a five-time ARIA Award […]

JC STEWART shares new live session of ‘Break My Heart’ - Watch Now!
New Music

JC STEWART shares new live session of ‘Break My Heart’ – Watch Now!

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

JC Stewart’s current single ‘Break My Heart’ has delivered another big moment in the rising star’s ascent. Co-written with Niall Horan, it hit a remarkable 37 New Music Friday playlists at Spotify when it was […]

DAN+SHAY share new single ‘Glad You Exist’
New Music

DAN+SHAY share new single ‘Glad You Exist’

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

The two-time Grammy Award winners and current nominees Dan + Shay share their brand new single ‘Glad You Exist’. Following their fifth consecutive and eighth #1 country single ‘I Should Probably Go To Bed’, the […]

PICTURE THIS return with new single 'Things Are Different' - Listen Now!
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PICTURE THIS return with new single ‘Things Are Different’ – Listen Now!

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

Gearing up for a big year worldwide, Irish international phenomenon Picture This return with a new single entitled “Things Are Different” today. Co-produced by GRAMMY® Award-winning producers The Monsters & Strangerz [Justin Bieber, Halsey], German […]

Ride guitarist/singer ANDY BELL releases new single ‘Skywalker’ - Watch the video by Jean De Oliviera
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Ride guitarist/singer ANDY BELL releases new single ‘Skywalker’ – Watch the video by Jean De Oliviera

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

Ride guitarist/singer Andy Bell’s new single ‘Skywalker’ is out today. It occupies the middle ground between Revolver-era Beatles and Neu! and is one of the highlights of his acclaimed debut solo album, The View From […]

DEPARTURE LOUNGE are joined by legendary R.E.M. guitarist PETER BUCK on their new single 'Australia'
New Music

DEPARTURE LOUNGE are joined by legendary R.E.M. guitarist PETER BUCK on their new single ‘Australia’

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

From Athens, Georgia to Australia in one bound, the sound of legendary R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck’s twelve strings jangle their inimitable way through the latest single from Departure Lounge, reunited Bella Union-alumni ‘critics choice’ band, […]

DAVID GRAY shares video for 'Heart & Soul' from his twelfth studio album 'Skellig' - out February 19th 2021 1
New Music

DAVID GRAY shares video for ‘Heart & Soul’ from his twelfth studio album ‘Skellig’ – out February 19th 2021

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

David Gray will release his twelfth studio album, Skellig, via Laugh a Minute Records / AWAL Recordings on February 19, 2021, on digital formats, with CD & vinyl to follow in May. The second LP […]

PALE WAVES Announce 2022 UK Tour
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PALE WAVES Announce 2022 UK Tour

February 5, 2021 XS Noize

PALE WAVES have announced their 2022 UK tour, kicking off on 11 February in Bristol and culminating in a huge hometown show in Manchester on 1 March. The tour announcement comes ahead of the band’s […]

HIGHTOWN PIRATES release incredible new single ‘The Boy In The Doorway’
New Music

HIGHTOWN PIRATES release incredible new single ‘The Boy In The Doorway’

February 4, 2021 XS Noize

‘The Boy In The Doorway’ is the latest single from Margate via London, via Brighton, via Liverpool revolving group of musicians that goes under the guise of Hightown Pirates, led by Simon Mason. The band’s […]

THE KLF release second new album ‘Come Down Dawn’ to streaming services
New Music

THE KLF release second new album ‘Come Down Dawn’ on streaming services

February 4, 2021 XS Noize

British electronic band The KLF  also known as the Justified Ancients of Mu Mu, The JAMs and the Timelords have followed up their surprise album ‘Solid State Logik 1’ on new years day 2021 with […]

KIM GORDON releases video for 'Hungry Baby' - Watch Now!
New Music

KIM GORDON releases video for ‘Hungry Baby’ – Watch Now!

February 4, 2021 XS Noize

Today legendary musician and multi-disciplinary artist Kim Gordon releases the new video for “Hungry Baby,” directed by Clara Balzary and starring Coco Gordon-Moore, produced by Ways & Means. “Hungry Baby” is on Kim’s solo debut […]

BASTILLE announce ‘ReOrchestrated’ - a new documentary film on Amazon Prime Video 2
New Music

BASTILLE announce ‘ReOrchestrated’ – a new documentary film on Amazon Prime Video

February 4, 2021 XS Noize

ReOrchestrated is a feature-length documentary film starring Bastille, arriving worldwide via Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday 10th February 2021. Fans can also stream the Amazon Original track ‘Warmth’, which features during the opening sequence of […]

Dark Horse Records Celebrate JOE STRUMMER's Solo Years With 'Assembly' - A Career-Spanning Best Of Album
New Music

Dark Horse Records Celebrate JOE STRUMMER’s Solo Years With ‘Assembly’ – A Career-Spanning Best Of Album

February 4, 2021 XS Noize

Dark Horse Records has announced the upcoming release of a new best-of album from The Clash legend, Joe Strummer. ‘Assembly’ arrives Friday 26th March 2021 on gatefold 2xLP black vinyl, CD and digitally for streaming […]

STEREOLAB Announce 'Electronically Possessed' (Switched On Volume 4) - Out Feb 26th 1
New Music

STEREOLAB share ‘Household Names’, from Electronically Possessed (Switched On Volume 4), out Feb 26th

February 3, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Stereolab have shared ‘Household Names’, the latest single from the upcoming Electrically Possessed [Switched On Volume 4], the fourth addition to their Switched On series of compilations. This new volume will be released via […]

THE WEEKND brings The After Hours Tour to SSE Arena, Belfast on 13th October 2022
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THE WEEKND brings The After Hours Tour to SSE Arena, Belfast on 13th October 2022

February 3, 2021 XS Noize

The Weeknd announces The After Hours Tour. The 104-date global tour will kick off on January 14th in Vancouver at Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena with stops in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, Berlin, […]

TULLIAH shares new single ‘Distant Dreams’ & announces her debut EP 'Fre$h Hugs' - out 12th March 2
New Music

TULLIAH shares new single ‘Distant Dreams’ & announces her debut EP ‘Fre$h Hugs’ – out 12th March

February 3, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of Tulliah’s recent single ‘Just My Type (A Little Bit Lonely)’, the 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, has today unveiled a stunning new single ‘Distant Dreams’ alongside news her debut EP […]

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