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        • DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

          AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

        • 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: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
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          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          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 […]

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RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates 1
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RICHARD ASHCROFT announces new album & UK dates

August 15, 2018 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft is set to return with the October 19threlease of his fifth solo studio album ‘Natural Rebel’. The album will be released on his own RPA label and will be his first released via […]

FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018
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FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1, Sunday 16th December 2018

August 14, 2018 XS Noize

US Celtic punk band Flogging Molly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Sunday 16th December 2018. Quintessential Irish-American folk punk band Flogging Molly – Dave King (lead vocals, […]

THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018
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THOM YORKE announces Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes U.S. Tour 2018

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Thom Yorke has confirmed a series of live electronic performances in the U.S. during which he, Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri will perform songs spanning his solo works The Eraser and Tomorrow’s Modern […]

HOZIER announces three intimate rehearsal shows in Dublin this September
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HOZIER announces three intimate rehearsal shows in Dublin this September

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

Hozier has today announced he will play a special run of intimate live rehearsal shows at The Academy, Dublin this September. Tickets costing €30, limited to 2 per person, will be available from 9 am Friday 17th […]

THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases
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THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Levellers have announced the release of a series of limited edition coloured vinyl albums, including the never before released headline set at Glastonbury 1994. The announcement comes ahead of […]

STARSAILOR announce concerts to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy
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STARSAILOR announce concerts to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of their Gold-certified album Silence Is Easy, Starsailor has announced three very special UK shows this November. The shows will see the band perform their lauded second album in full, […]

U2 Release 'Summer of Love' (Remixes EP)
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U2 Release ‘Summer of Love’ (Remixes EP)

August 10, 2018 XS Noize

Summer of Love (Remixes EP) is the follow up to U2’s #1 Billboard Dance Club Chart remixes of “Love Is Bigger Than Anything In Its Way” and features four new versions of ‘Summer of Love’, […]

BIRDPEN Unveil new video 'Oh So Happy' from the forthcoming album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' 1
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BIRDPEN Unveil new video ‘Oh So Happy’ from the forthcoming album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’

August 10, 2018 XS Noize

BirdPen is an alternative rock/electronic/prog act formed by Dave Pen (also the singer and guitarist in Archive) and Mike Bird. Their fifth studio album, ’There’s Something Wrong With Everything’, will be released in mid-October. New […]

THE BLINDERS - Unveil 'Brave New World' + Album: 'Columbia' out 21st Sept
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THE BLINDERS – Unveil Video For New Single ‘Brave New World’ – Watch Now

August 10, 2018 XS Noize

THE BLINDERS have unveiled the video for new single ‘Brave New World’, a coruscating anthem about the distorting impact of hyper-capitalism, referencing everything from Trump’s Presidency to Aldous Huxley. The hotly tipped Manchester-based trio was […]

THE NI MUSIC PRIZE returns on Thursday 15th November @ Iconic Ulster Hall 2
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THE NI MUSIC PRIZE returns on Thursday 15th November @ Iconic Ulster Hall

August 9, 2018 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize returns on Thursday 15th November and will take place at Iconic Ulster Hall. Now in its sixth year, the Prize is an annual celebration of great new music from Northern Ireland, […]

TESS PARKS & ANTON NEWCOMBE release their second full-length album on 12th October 1
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TESS PARKS & ANTON NEWCOMBE release their second full-length album on 12th October

August 9, 2018 XS Noize

Tess Parks and Anton Newcombe will release their second full-length album on 12th October 2018. The 9-track eponymous album was recorded in Anton Newcombe’s Cobra Studios in Berlin last year and was mostly co-written by […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce new album 'Revolution of Mind' released October 5th
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SHE DREW THE GUN announce new album ‘Revolution of Mind’ released October 5th

August 8, 2018 XS Noize

She Drew The Gun will release their new album ‘Revolution Of Mind’ on October 5th on Skeleton Key Records on CD, LP and Digital Download. Lead single ‘Resister’, premiered today on BBC 6Music, is available […]

GEORGIA & The VINTAGE YOUTH Releases Collection of Tracks from Previous EP'S 1
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GEORGIA & The VINTAGE YOUTH Releases Collection of Tracks from Previous EP’S

August 7, 2018 XS Noize

Georgia is just 21 years of age, Essex girl with a big voice, big blonde hair and a cool little jazz band called The Vintage Youth. Her retro jazz/swing style of music is both vintage […]

Urban-pop star GRACE SAVAGE shares festival video for ‘Running Under Water’
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Urban-pop star GRACE SAVAGE shares festival video for ‘Running Under Water’

August 7, 2018 XS Noize

Grace Savage drops a brand new remix of her summer smash ‘Running Under Water’, including a series of summer festival dates. Remixed by hotly tipped London producer Jason Julian, Grace says: “I wanted Jason to […]

Michael Starring Ben - THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON - LIVE AT THE WATERFRONT, BELFAST
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Michael Starring Ben – THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON – LIVE AT THE WATERFRONT, BELFAST

August 6, 2018 XS Noize

Michael starring Ben is a jaw-dropping and magical tribute to the King Of Pop Michael Jackson. As the largest touring tribute to Michael Jackson in the UK today, this award-winning production features an incredible live […]

SUICIDAL TENDENCIES announce new album 'STill Cyco Punk After All These Years'
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SUICIDAL TENDENCIES announce new album ‘STill Cyco Punk After All These Years’

August 6, 2018 XS Noize

In the early 80’s when Suicidal Tendencies started, punk rock was not very welcoming to new ideas, especially from a new crew that was obviously not worried about fitting in. But Suicidal Tendencies was never […]

SLAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 1, Monday 12th November 2018
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SLAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 1, Monday 12th November 2018

August 6, 2018 XS Noize

UK punk rock duo Slaves are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Monday 12th November 2018. Slaves have announced their third album Acts of Fear and Love, which is […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL release new track ‘After The Fair’ – Watch Video

August 3, 2018 XS Noize

‘After The Fair’ is the new track from The Coral, available to stream and download now and as an instant grat with pre-orders of new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’, which will be released next […]

DANTEVILLES Release Video for EP Track 'PERFECT PLACE' - Watch Now
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DANTEVILLES Release Video for EP Track ‘PERFECT PLACE’ – Watch Now

August 3, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester fourpiece Dantevilles have released the video for their track Perfect Place, taken from their self-titled Dantevilles EP out now. Dantevilles have been making waves in Manchester and beyond with their addictively unique Soul Pop […]

REDFACES Release New Single 'Way Down' - Listen Now
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REDFACES Release New Single ‘Way Down’ – Listen Now

August 3, 2018 XS Noize

RedFaces release their new single ‘Way Down’ today. Recorded at Miloco’s The Pool in London and produced by Carey Willetts (Athlete), the single showcases a slightly softer sound for the band, with synths and subtle […]

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