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          AVA Belfast reveals full 2026 festival programme including afterparties, talks, workshops and more

          May 22, 2026

          AVA Belfast returns to Titanic Slipways on 29–30 May 2026, as the city prepares for what promises to be its biggest music weekend of the year. Hailed as “Techno Christmas,” or “Belfast Coachella” AVA is […]

          The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

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          The Coral
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

        • 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: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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
        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

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Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast
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Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast

May 28, 2019 XS Noize

Other Voices is delighted to be returning to the culturally vibrant city of Belfast. This edition will run over three days, showcasing an array of fantastic musical and cultural events. The spectacular line up of […]

BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS 2
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BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

Bastille’s highly-anticipated third album Doom Days charts the course of a big night out, in search of distraction from the surrounding apocalypse. On release day, the band will invite fans to escape the outside world […]

THE CORONAS release their new single 'Find The Water' today - Listen Now
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THE CORONAS release their new single ‘Find The Water’ today – Listen Now

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

The Coronas release their new single ‘Find The Water’ on 24th May, the first single to be taken from their upcoming album which they are currently recording. The album, the sixth from the band, is […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT gives statement on The Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today
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RICHARD ASHCROFT gives statement on The Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today

May 23, 2019 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft gives a statement on Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today. Richard Ashcroft received the Ivor Novello Award today for Outstanding Contribution To British Music. “It gives me great pleasure to announce […]

KAISER CHIEFS announce brand new album 'DUCK' for 26 July 2019
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KAISER CHIEFS announce brand new album ‘DUCK’ for 26 July 2019

May 23, 2019 XS Noize

We are pleased to announce details of Kaiser Chiefs’ forthcoming new album Duck, released on July 26th 2019 through Polydor. Duck is the sound of one of the most successful British guitar bands of the […]

FRANK CARTER & THE RATTLESNAKES Share KATE COX Directed Video for “KITTY SUCKER” - Watch Now
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FRANK CARTER & THE RATTLESNAKES Share KATE COX Directed Video for “KITTY SUCKER” – Watch Now

May 22, 2019 XS Noize

Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes revered new album “End Of Suffering” catapulted into the top 5 of the Official UK Charts when it was released a fortnight ago and off the back of this phenomenal news they […]

SWIMMING TAPES Announce Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO on Friday 1st November 2019
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SWIMMING TAPES Announce Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO on Friday 1st November 2019

May 22, 2019 XS Noize

London guitar band, Swimming Tapes are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Friday 01st November 2019. The band release their debut album ‘Morningside’ on May 24th of this year. Sublime, blissful, […]

INTERVIEW: With Mike Scott of The Waterboys, "What I love most is making the music, and being inside the music" 3
Gigs

Watch the video to new track ‘Ladbroke Grove Symphony’ from The Waterboys

May 21, 2019 XS Noize

Ladbroke Grove Symphony is a tribute to the former Bohemian heart of West London, in which Mike Scott invokes his time living and writing among the crumbling, seaside-esque streets of Notting Hill during the 80s. […]

THE LAFONTAINES Announce new single 'Alpha' - Listen Now
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THE LAFONTAINES Announce new single ‘Alpha’ – Listen Now

May 21, 2019 XS Noize

The LaFontaines are just around the corner from the release of their new album, Junior, which will be out on June 14th via So Recordings. To whet your appetites further, the band have released the […]

GOMEZ Announce ‘Liquid Skin - 20th Anniversary Edition’ & Share Unreleased track ‘Throwin’ Myself Away’ 1
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GOMEZ Announce ‘Liquid Skin – 20th Anniversary Edition’ & Share Unreleased track ‘Throwin’ Myself Away’

May 21, 2019 XS Noize

Mercury Prize-winning, British band Gomez are announcing the 20th-anniversary release of their triumphant second album ‘Liquid Skin’. The band are also sharing a previously unheard track from the Liquid Skin sessions today, called ‘Throwin’ Myself […]

UNDERWORLD announce new album 'DRIFT SONGS' & biggest ever live shows for autumn 2019
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UNDERWORLD announce new album ‘DRIFT SONGS’ & biggest ever live shows for autumn 2019

May 21, 2019 XS Noize

Electronic pioneers Rick Smith and Karl Hyde announce the conclusion of their groundbreaking fifty-two-week DRIFT series: a new single, a new album and their biggest ever live headline shows. Following a summer of headline slots […]

Babybird
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BABYBIRD’s new ‘No Cameras’ video has just been unveiled, and upcoming vinyl LP ‘Photosynthesis’ – Watch Now

May 20, 2019 XS Noize

The video for the new Babybird single ‘No Cameras’ has just been unveiled, along with details of a long-awaited new vinyl release. For the first time in 21 years, Babybird will be releasing a vinyl […]

BLANCO WHITE Announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Monday 25th November 2019.
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BLANCO WHITE Announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Monday 25th November 2019.

May 20, 2019 XS Noize

Spanish and flamenco-inspired guitarist and vocalist Blanco White is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Monday 25th November 2019. Following the release of his third ep ‘nocturne’ blanco white has grown […]

GOOD COP BAD COP - Announce Headline Show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 5th October 2019
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GOOD COP BAD COP – Announce Headline Show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 5th October 2019

May 20, 2019 XS Noize

Good Cop Bad Cop, the project from Arctic Monkeys’ Matt Helders and Milburn’s Joe Carnall, is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 05th October 2019. Written by Carnall and produced […]

BLACK STAR RIDERS - Release new studio album, 'Another State Of Grace' on 6th September 2019 1
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BLACK STAR RIDERS – Release new studio album, ‘Another State Of Grace’ on 6th September 2019

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Black Star Riders have announced a new studio album “Another State Of Grace” on the 6th September 2019. The band will support the record with a full UK and Ireland tour in October 2019 with […]

KIT PHILIPPA releases new video for 'Human' and announces 'You EP' out May 17th
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Northern Irish Music Prize winner KITT PHILIPPA releases new single and EP ‘You’ out Today

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Following on from the success of debut singles ‘Human’ and ‘Grace’ coupled with the winning of the Northern Irish Music Prize – Single of the Year 2018, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kitt Philippa (KP) now gears […]

MORRISSEY releases video for ‘Lady Willpower’ - Watch Now 1
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MORRISSEY releases video for ‘Lady Willpower’ – Watch Now

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Morrissey has unveiled another track from his anticipated first-ever covers album ‘California Son’. ‘Lady Willpower’ was written by Jerry Fuller and recorded by Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, originally released back in 1968. Liam […]

ORBITAL set to play UK & Irish headline shows & festival dates
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ORBITAL set to play UK & Irish headline shows & festival dates

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Massively influential from their inception at the birth of rave culture nearly thirty years ago, Orbital are still taking electronic music to stratospheric heights. 2018 was a hugely successful year with their album ‘Monsters Exist’ […]

LANA DEL REY - Releases a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time” - Listen Now
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LANA DEL REY – Releases a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time” – Listen Now

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Lana Del Rey released a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time”. The song was produced by Andrew Watt and will be featured in the upcoming documentary “Sublime” that outlines the history of the iconic California […]

BIG THIEF announce biggest UK headline show + share live video of 'Orange'
Gigs

BIG THIEF announce biggest UK headline show + share live video of ‘Orange’

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Big Thief share a live performance from last year’s Pitchfork Music Festival of their song ‘Orange’, the most intimate and exposed song on their critically-acclaimed new album U.F.O.F. There is perhaps no greater example of singer Adrianne Lenker’s […]

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