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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 […]

  • Reviews
        • 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

          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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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KATE NASH unleashes new single ‘Life In Pink’ - Watch Now
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KATE NASH unleashes new single ‘Life In Pink’ – Watch Now

March 17, 2018 XS Noize

Kate Nash has unveiled ‘Life In Pink’, the lead single from her forthcoming new album ‘Yesterday Was Forever’. ‘Life In Pink’ is a bittersweet blend of bubble-gum-pop hooks and driving garage rock, powered by Kate’s […]

Legendary Who frontman, ROGER DALTREY to release brand new studio album ‘As Long As I Have You’ in June.
New Music

Legendary Who frontman, ROGER DALTREY to release brand new studio album ‘As Long As I Have You’ in June.

March 15, 2018 XS Noize

Polydor Record have announced that legendary Who frontman, the ‘rock vocalist’s rock vocalist’ Roger Daltrey is returning on June 1st with a brand new studio album ‘As Long As I Have You’. Daltrey has sold […]

ARCADE FIRE - Six New Headline Dates Added to EVERYTHING NOW CONTINUED Tour
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ARCADE FIRE – Six New Headline Dates Added to EVERYTHING NOW CONTINUED Tour

March 14, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh off their triumphant showing at Florida’s Okeechobee Festival and on the heels of their March 17 Saturday Night Live appearance, Arcade Fire has confirmed the kick-off of the Everything Now Continued tour. The six […]

PEARL JAM Release Protest Song “Can’t Deny Me” - Listen Now!
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PEARL JAM Release Protest Song “Can’t Deny Me” – Listen Now!

March 14, 2018 XS Noize

Pearl Jam has released a new track, “Can’t Deny Me,” from their forthcoming album today on Monkeywrench Records/Republic Records. Co-produced by the band and Brendan O’Brien, this song marks Pearl Jam’s first new music since […]

COLIN GEDDIS (General Banter) At The Limelight 1, Belfast On Friday 27th April 2018
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COLIN GEDDIS (General Banter) At The Limelight 1, Belfast On Friday 27th April 2018

March 14, 2018 XS Noize

After selling out The Ulster Hall & 2 Nights at The Limelight, Colin Geddis returns on April 27th 2018. His show, “General Banter…” Combines the venomous social commentary from his successful online videos and podcasts […]

TRAVIS to Play Their Classic Album ‘The Man Who’ Live! Over 15 UK Dates This Year In June & December
Gigs

TRAVIS Performing THE MAN WHO @ Custom House Square, Belfast Wednesday 22nd August

March 14, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish indie rock band Travis will play their album ‘The Man Who’ live in full at Belfast’s CHSq on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018. Released 19 years ago, ‘The Man Who’ spent 11 weeks at number […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce North American Tour Dates
Gigs

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce North American Tour Dates

March 13, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys have announced several North American live dates. The band will perform at Hollywood Forever Cemetery on May 5th. After headlining Firefly Festival in June, the band will head to Nashville, NYC, Boston, DC, […]

Manchester's THE HIGH release 'Say It Now' 12" double A vinyl for Record Store Day
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Manchester’s THE HIGH release ‘Say It Now’ 12″ double A vinyl for Record Store Day

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

The High was formed in Manchester in 1989 by Andy Couzens ( ex-Stone Rose ), John Matthews, Chris Goodwin and Simon Davies. They signed to London Records after only one gig. Their highly acclaimed debut […]

THE STONE ROSES predecessor band THE WATERFRONT release rare tracks for Record store Day
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THE STONE ROSES predecessor band THE WATERFRONT release rare tracks for Record store Day

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

The Waterfront was the predecessor for the legendary band we now know as The Stone Roses. The band consisted of Andy Couzens ( Guitar ), Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield ( Bass ), David ‘ Kaiser’ Carty […]

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG announces new single 'Sylvia Says' & reveals Tensnake Remix
Gigs

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG announces new single ‘Sylvia Says’ & reveals Tensnake Remix

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Today Charlotte Gainsbourg’s announces her new single ‘Sylvia Says’. Taken from her critically acclaimed new album ‘Rest’, the single has received a remix treatment from renowned German DJ and producer Tensnake. Speaking about the track, […]

VOLBEAT announce headline Belfast show @ The Telegraph Building Sat 26th May
Gigs

VOLBEAT announce headline Belfast show @ The Telegraph Building Sat 26th May

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Danish Metal band Volbeat has announced a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 26th May 2018. The past decade has seen the band steadily increasing their fan base with their unique blend […]

ARCADE FIRE release short film 'MONEY + LOVE' starring TONI COLLETTE
Gigs

ARCADE FIRE release short film ‘MONEY + LOVE’ starring TONI COLLETTE

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

Everything Now is proud to present Money + Love, a double video directed by David Wilson, written by David Wilson and Arcade Fire, and starring Arcade Fire and Toni Collette. Money + Love will be […]

BLOSSOMS share fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’ - Watch Now!
Gigs

BLOSSOMS share fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’ – Watch Now!

March 9, 2018 XS Noize

Blossoms have today shared the fantastic video for their current single ‘I Can’t Stand It’. Directed by the band themselves, the video pays subtle homage to Michel Gondry’s modern classic ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new video for 'International Blue'
Gigs

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share album track ‘Dylan & Caitlin’ feat CATHERINE AD

March 9, 2018 XS Noize

Following the release of ‘International Blue’ at the end of 2017, and ‘Distant Colours’ in February, Manic Street Preachers have made a third track available from their forthcoming 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’.‘Dylan and […]

SNOW PATROL Return with new album, 'WILDNESS' May 25th 1
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SNOW PATROL Return with new album, ‘WILDNESS’ May 25th

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

On May 25th, Snow Patrol will return with Wildness, their first album in seven years, which finds the band searching for clarity, connection, and meaning while staying true to the melodic songwriting prowess that brought […]

Singer-songwriter VINNY PECULIAR to release new album, ‘Return of the Native’ in May
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Singer-songwriter VINNY PECULIAR to release new album, ‘Return of the Native’ in May

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

UK based singer-songwriter Vinny Peculiar [aka Alan Wilkes] has been variously described as “an under-sung national treasure” (UNCUT Magazine) and “the missing link between Jarvis Cocker and Roger McGough” His various bands have included ex-members […]

TURIN BRAKES - Unveil Video for New Single 'Wait' - Watch Now!
Gigs

TURIN BRAKES Release ‘Life Forms’ ahead of UK Tour

March 8, 2018 XS Noize

Turin Brakes release the gorgeously upbeat track ‘Life Forms’ from their brand new album Invisible Storm – which was released last month. ‘Life Forms’ gambols along in a supremely pleasurable way with an addictive ear-worm […]

Exclusive Announcement from self-releasing pop/punk dynamo - DIDI
Gigs

Exclusive Announcement from self-releasing pop/punk dynamo – DIDI

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

XS Noize is delighted to make an exclusive announcement for an exciting new artist we’ve featured over the last few months. DIDI is a self-releasing pop/punk dynamo who burst onto the scene less than a […]

STEVEN WILSON to release Andy Partridge co-write 'HOW BIG THE SPACE' exclusive 12" blue vinyl single for RSD
Gigs

STEVEN WILSON to release Andy Partridge co-write ‘HOW BIG THE SPACE’ exclusive 12″ blue vinyl single for RSD

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced details of an exclusive Record Store Day release. How Big The Space is a previously unreleased track written with XTC’s Andy Partridge. It was recorded during the sessions for Steven’s 2017 […]

PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING - Discuss forthcoming Titanic commission for BBC's Biggest Weekend
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PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING release new video for single People Will Always Need Coal

March 7, 2018 XS Noize

Public Service Broadcasting have announced a Record Store Day exclusive 12” for their current single ‘People Will Always Need Coal’ alongside a new video for the track. [Watch BELOW] The RSD exclusive will be available […]

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