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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 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
          Live Reviews

          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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LILY ALLEN Announces winter European tour dates + unveils new song ‘Lost My Mind’ 2
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LILY ALLEN Announces winter European tour dates + unveils new song ‘Lost My Mind’

June 6, 2018 XS Noize

Lily Allen today releases ‘Lost My Mind’, the latest song to be lifted from her highly anticipated upcoming fourth album, No Shame, released on June 8th. Powerful in its vulnerability, ‘Lost My Mind’ is an […]

TOMBERLIN Unveils the "Self Help" video - Watch Now 1
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TOMBERLIN Unveils the “Self Help” video – Watch Now

June 5, 2018 XS Noize

Tomberlin, the Louisville, KY-based artist, has shared a video for ” Self-Help,” the lead single from her deeply moving Saddle Creek debut album, At Weddings. Stereogum, who premiered the video today, profiled Tomberlin and named […]

IDLES - Announce new album 'Joy As An Act of Resistance' + World Tour Dates 1
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IDLES – Announce new album ‘Joy As An Act of Resistance’ + World Tour Dates

June 5, 2018 XS Noize

Bristol 5-piece IDLES (“the UK’s best punk band” – The Guardian) have confirmed details for their anticipated second LP – ‘Joy as an Act of Resistance.’ will be out August 31st via Partisan Records. IDLES […]

SUEDE Release video for their new track 'The Invisibles' - Watch Now
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SUEDE Release video for their new track ‘The Invisibles’ – Watch Now

June 5, 2018 XS Noize

Suede has today shared a video for their new track The Invisibles. The song is the first music to be heard from the band’s upcoming, eighth album The Blue Hour, which is released on 21st […]

PREOCCUPATIONS Release Video For "Decompose" - Watch Now
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PREOCCUPATIONS Release Video For “Decompose” – Watch Now

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Preoccupations today release a live video for the song “Decompose” which was filmed at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto. Directed by Evan Henderson and shot on film which had been boiled for 2 weeks […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

The UK’s hottest band, Pale Waves have announced a huge Belfast headline show at Elmwood Hall on Friday 05th October 2018. Fresh after the release of new single ‘Kiss’ and a sold-out night at London’s […]

Stockholm based five-piece THE SCRAGS to release their second album 'Anything' in June
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Stockholm based five-piece THE SCRAGS to release their second album ‘Anything’ in June

June 4, 2018 XS Noize

Welcome to the wonderful, twisted world of Stockholm based five-piece The Scrags who are just about to release their second album ‘Anything’ on Canadian Indie label The Grizzlar. The album is an energetic mix of […]

BLACK SEDAN Unveil the Video for 'Love on Love' From Forthcoming album 'Adventure Lit Their Star'
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BLACK SEDAN Unveil the Video for ‘Love on Love’ From Forthcoming album ‘Adventure Lit Their Star’

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Black Sedan is a collective of musicians rallied by the journalist/author/publisher, Mark Hodkinson. Mark began the project two years ago. He explains the name. ‘‘When I was growing up, there was a record shop in […]

ROTTEN HILL GANG Release New album 'Teach Peace' in July - Listen to Track
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ROTTEN HILL GANG Release New album ‘Teach Peace’ in July – Listen to Track

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

It’s Rap and Roll, a mash-up of styles, all under one album… Trying to explain the immoral wrongs of the world within the words of where they come from. Re-educating themselves and saying what they believe […]

The 1975 Release New Single 'Give Yourself A Try' - Check out the Video Now
New Music

The 1975 Release New Single ‘Give Yourself A Try’ – Check out the Video Now

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Today The 1975 Release New Single ‘Give Yourself A Try’. ‘Give Yourself A Try’ is the first single from their third studio album “A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships’. Check out the video – BELOW: […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce November UK Tour
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce November UK Tour

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Following two sold-out shows at London’s Roundhouse at the end of last year, Nothing But Thieves today announce their biggest tour to date. The fourteen-date tour takes in five cities in the UK, including a […]

BIRDPEN Unveil new single & video - 'This Is Your Life' from the forthcoming album 'There's Something Wrong With Everything' 1
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BIRDPEN Unveil new single & video – ‘This Is Your Life’ from the forthcoming album ‘There’s Something Wrong With Everything’

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Southampton based alt/prog rock duo BirdPen will release their new studio album, ’There’s Something Wrong With Everything’, in the early autumn. It is preceded by a single, ‘This Is Your Life’, which comments on our […]

THE DARKNESS release new live track 'Solid Gold' - Listen Now
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THE DARKNESS release new live track ‘Solid Gold’ – Listen Now

June 1, 2018 XS Noize

Indisputable legends of rock The Darkness have today released a new live version of their huge hit ‘Solid Gold’, taken from their upcoming live album Live At Hammersmith, out on June 15th via Cooking Vinyl. […]

GORILLAZ Release New Studio Album The Now Now Out June 29th - Listen to Track
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GORILLAZ Release New Studio Album The Now Now Out June 29th – Listen to Track

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

A brand new studio album from Gorillaz titled The Now Now will be released by Parlophone Records on 29th June. The Now Now is 11 all-new songs from the World’s Most Successful Virtual Act*, produced […]

GENGAHR share 'Where Wildness Grows' - Listen Now!
Gigs

GENGAHR Unveil Video for latest single ‘I’ll Be Waiting’ – Watch Now

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

Gengahr has shared the music video for latest single ‘I’ll Be Waiting’. The band teamed up with fast-rising director Jamie Whitby for the clip, having previously worked together on ‘Before Sunrise’ – following teenage moped […]

DMA'S reveal new live acoustic video for ‘IN THE AIR’ - Watch Now
Gigs

DMA’S release stunning video for new single ‘Do I Need You Now?’

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

DMA’S release new video for single ‘Do I Need You Now?’, out on 29th June through Infectious Records. The video was directed by Jake Jelicich in London (Dua Lipa, Blossoms). Jake was recently awarded both […]

GIRLS NAMES share new track, "Karoline". from forthcoming album 'Stains on Silence' 1
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GIRLS NAMES share new single “The Impaled Mystique”

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new album ‘Stains on Silence’, set for release on June 15th via Tough Love Records, Belfast’s Girls Names are sharing a third taster from the record, “The Impaled Mystique”. […]

BLACK GRAPE return with the brand new album ‘Pop Voodoo’ - Listen to teaser track ‘Everything You Know Is Wrong - Intro’
Gigs

BLACK GRAPE Announce UK Winter Tour 2018

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

Following the success of their album ‘Pop Voodoo’ (Universal Music) which showcased the band’s first new material in 20 years the band announce a series of shows in the UK. As Irvine Welsh writes in […]

XS Noize Podcast: #14: Larry Love talks 20 years of The Alabama 3 2
Gigs

ALABAMA 3 Announce UK winter tour 2018

May 31, 2018 XS Noize

More than two decades since the release of their monumental debut Exile On Coldharbour Lane and 12 subsequent albums under their belt, Alabama 3 will be performing live across the UK this winter, with shows […]

LEWIS CAPALDI Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 1, Thursday December 6TH
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LEWIS CAPALDI Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 1, Thursday December 6TH

May 30, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday, December 06th 2018. The new single ‘RUSH’ feat. Jessie Reyez is out now. When Lewis Capaldi’s debut […]

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