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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
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          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 […]

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        • Album Reviews

          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

        • 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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THE DIVINE COMEDY release new single 'Norman and Norma' today - Listen Now
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THE DIVINE COMEDY release new single ‘Norman and Norma’ today – Listen Now

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Neil Hannon, one of the country’s foremost songwriters, releases a beautiful new single ‘Norman and Norma’, taken from his wonderful new Divine Comedy album ‘Office Politics’, out on June 7th. It’s the follow-up to the […]

VOLBEAT - Announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday October 3rd 2019
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VOLBEAT – Announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday October 3rd 2019

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, Danish rock band, Volbeat are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday, October 03rd 2019. The band today confirmed their return with their seventh album Rewind, Replay, Rebound, […]

SHAWN JAMES 'The Dark & The Light Tour' Live at Voodoo, Belfast TONIGHT
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SHAWN JAMES ‘The Dark & The Light Tour’ Live at Voodoo, Belfast TONIGHT

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

US singer-songwriter Shawn James is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Wednesday, May 15th 2019. Shawn’s new album ‘The Dark & The Light’ was released on March 22nd. Take one listen […]

SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE 1
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SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Open House Festival has joined forces with Snow Patrol to curate a line-up of exciting bands, musicians and electronic DJs to play in eight Bangor pubs on Friday 24th May – the night before the […]

THE TWANG - Unveil video for comeback track 'Everytime' - Watch Now
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THE TWANG – Unveil video for comeback track ‘Everytime’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

‘Everytime’ is the brilliant first single from THE TWANG’S long-awaited forthcoming album. The single, taken from the band’s upcoming fifth album is a reminiscent throwback to time’s gone by and youthful love in the 1990s. […]

WHITE LIES - Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer 2
Gigs

WHITE LIES – Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

WHITE LIES will perform an unmissable one-off warm-up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer (11.07.2019). Following in the footsteps of megastars the likes of Foo Fighters and Robert Plant who have similarly […]

Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019
Gigs

Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Irish electro-folk duo Saint Sister is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Thursday 19th September 2019. Their debut album ‘Shape of Silence’ was released last October to rave […]

FEEDER release new single 'Youth' from new album 'Tallulah' - Watch Now
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FEEDER release new single ‘Youth’ from new album ‘Tallulah’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Feeder has today released a new video for track ‘Youth’. The new single from this quintessential rock band packs a hefty punch. ‘Youth’ bursts with energy, boasting powerful guitars that drive the track, dynamic drums […]

NEW MODEL ARMY - Announce new album 'From Here'
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NEW MODEL ARMY – Announce new album ‘From Here’

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

In October 1980 three musicians took to the stage in their hometown of Bradford to play a gig under the name New Model Army. Led by frontman and songwriter Justin Sullivan, this was the start […]

RICHARD HAWLEY Announces his eighth studio album, 'Further' - Listen to track
Gigs

RICHARD HAWLEY – Announces Dublin Show at The Olympia Theatre on 30th September 2019

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Richard Hawley has announced a date at The Olympia Theatre on 30th September 2019. 2019 is set to be a landmark year for songwriter Richard Hawley.  Not only is he due to release his ninth studio album, Further on 31st May, but he […]

Kasabian's Serge Pizzorno has teased the first single from his new solo project The S.L.P. 2
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Kasabian’s Serge Pizzorno has teased the first single from his new solo project The S.L.P.

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Kasabian rocker Serge Pizzorno has announced his new solo project The S.L.P. and teased his first single ‘Favourites’ featuring rapper Little Simz. The ‘You’re In Love With a Psycho’ guitarist – whose full name is […]

Number 1 Artist STORMZY Announces Belsonic Support for 20th June 2019 1
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Number 1 Artist STORMZY Announces Belsonic Support for 20th June 2019

May 14, 2019 XS Noize

Ivor Novello winning, Glastonbury headliner and current number 1 charting artist with his single, ‘Vossi Bop’ Stormzy will play his largest Belfast headline show to date at Belsonic on Thursday 20th June 2019. Eighteen months […]

THE NATIONAL - Unveil 'I Am Easy To Find' Directed By Mike Mills and Starring Alicia Vikander - Watch Now
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THE NATIONAL – Unveil ‘I Am Easy To Find’ Directed By Mike Mills and Starring Alicia Vikander – Watch Now

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

The 24-minute film directed by Academy Award-nominated Mike Mills ( 20th Century Women, Beginners ) and starring Academy Award Winner Alicia Vikander ( The Danish Girl, Ex-Machina) featuring new music by The National is now […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS' biggest hit 'Angels' is about him communicating with spirits as a child
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ROBBIE WILLIAMS’ biggest hit ‘Angels’ is about him communicating with spirits as a child

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Robbie Williams has revealed that his hit song ‘Angels’ was actually about his encounters with ghosts as a kid, which “freaked” his father out. The 45-year-old pop star has previously opened up about his own […]

THE FAIM - Announce Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE, Wednesday August 28th 2019
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THE FAIM – Announce Headline Belfast Show at OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE, Wednesday August 28th 2019

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Australian pop-rock quartet The Faim are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show on Wednesday, August 28th 2019 at the Oh Yeah Music Centre. THE FAIM came into existence as naturally as their music. The […]

Rodrigo y Gabriela Announce Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019
Gigs

Rodrigo y Gabriela Announce Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Mexican acoustic rock guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday 21st September 2019. Five years since their last album, they are ready to […]

Legendary Liverpool band THE ZUTONS join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up
Gigs

Legendary Liverpool band THE ZUTONS join OPEN HOUSE BANGOR line-up

May 13, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary Liverpool band The Zutons will play an outdoor concert at Bangor seafront on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th August, as part of this year’s Open House Festival Bangor. The show will celebrate the 15th anniversary […]

BILLIE EILISH didn't want to hear people's opinion of her album
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BILLIE EILISH didn’t want to hear people’s opinion of her album

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Billie Eilish didn’t want to hear “how people feel” about her debut album and almost pulled it from release as a result. The ‘Bad Guy’ hitmaker felt like she was protecting her “child” and was […]

NOEL GALLAGHER jokes kids are 'lucky' to have him as a dad at London Palladium gig
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NOEL GALLAGHER jokes kids are ‘lucky’ to have him as a dad at London Palladium gig

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher joked that his three children, sons Donovan and Sonny and daughter Anais, are “lucky bastards” to have him as a dad as he dedicated his song ‘AKA… What A Life!’ to them at […]

Irish singer songwriter MITCH MCATEER set to release his debut EP - Listen to track
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Irish singer songwriter MITCH MCATEER set to release his debut EP – Listen to track

May 10, 2019 XS Noize

Mitch McAteer is a 21-year-old Irish singer-songwriter set to release his debut EP. The gravitas of Mitch’s voice finds a worthy home alongside the alt-folk collection’s sombre guitar and lazy, rolling drums. There are moments […]

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