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        • Makeshift Art Bar
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          Belfast Quartet Makeshift Art Bar Share New Single ‘Discipline’

          June 11, 2026

          Belfast quartet Makeshift Art Bar have shared their new single “Discipline,” the second track to be taken from their forthcoming Marionette EP, out June 26 via Heist or Hit. The track follows April’s EP lead […]

          Spiritualized
          News

          Spiritualized Announce Rare Acoustic Mainlines UK Shows For December

          June 11, 2026

          Spiritualized have announced four rare Acoustic Mainlines shows in the UK this December, marking the 20th anniversary of their first-ever acoustic performances. The Acoustic Mainlines shows were originally conceived around the time of the making […]

          Brian Fallon
          News

          Brian Fallon Announces New Album ‘Not Bad For New Jersey’ And Shares New Single ‘Pearls’

          June 10, 2026

          Brian Fallon has announced details of his eagerly awaited new album, Not Bad For New Jersey, set for release via his own Lesser Known Records on Thursday, September 10, 2026, digitally, with the physical release […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Embrace
          Podcast

          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

          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 […]

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The best music news as it breaks daily. News & music reviews on singers, songwriters, bands, release dates, videos, concerts, albums, musicians

Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Gigs

Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces her biggest-ever UK headline tour

October 24, 2024 XS Noize

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced her biggest-ever UK headline tour in May and June 2025, including a headline show at London’s Royal Albert Hall. The entertaining and dazzling video for her new single, the glorious and […]

October Drift
News

October Drift release video for new single ‘Wallflower’ ahead of their UK headline tour

October 23, 2024 XS Noize

October Drift have released the video for their new single ‘Wallflower’ ahead of kicking off their UK headline tour this week in support of the new album Blame The Young out now via Physical Education […]

Joshua Burnside
Gigs

Joshua Burnside announces headline show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast in April 2025

October 23, 2024 XS Noize

Joshua Burnside is an experimental folk songwriter, singer and producer. He takes influence from alternative electronica and Irish folk, chopping and blending them with a mixture of found sounds, world music and unorthodox production methods. […]

Zouz
News

Montreal noise rock trio zouz announce second full-length album ‘Jours de cendre’

October 22, 2024 XS Noize

Melodic math rock, twisted acid blues, and fuzzy prog with lyrics infused with modern poetry—Zouz combines virtuosity and creativity. The opening track of the album “Jours de cendre” by the Montreal noise rock trio zouz, […]

GLOK
News

Andy Bell returns as GLOK w/ techno producer Timothy Clerkin for transcendent dancefloor psychedelia of new release ‘Alliance’

October 22, 2024 XS Noize

Ride’s Andy Bell, recording under his electronic alter ego GLOK, and the producer and Insult to Injury label boss Timothy Clerkin, have joined forces for Alliance, a brand new seven-track album released by Bytes on […]

John Kearns
News

Music tastemaker John Kearns announces his new immersive art exhibition

October 22, 2024 XS Noize

MTV Europe presenter, radio DJ (Cool FM), writer, and music tastemaker John Kearns announces his new immersive art exhibition will be presented by the highly prestigious Gallery One, located on Belfast’s Lisburn Road, from 24 […]

Sugababes announce shows at the SSE Arena Belfast and 3Arena Dublin in April 2025
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Sugababes announce shows at the SSE Arena Belfast and 3Arena Dublin in April 2025

October 22, 2024 XS Noize

Sugababes have cemented their place as one of the most successful and critically acclaimed British girl bands of the 21st century. Since their formation in 1998, they have scored six Number One singles, had millions […]

Paul Heaton
Gigs

Paul Heaton will play headline shows at 3Arena Dublin and The SSE Arena, Belfast

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

This March, Paul Heaton, with his band featuring special guest singer Rianne Downey and special guests The Lightning Seeds, will play headline shows at 3Arena Dublin and The SSE Arena, Belfast – performing songs from […]

LIMP BIZKIT
Gigs

LIMP BIZKIT bring their Loserville tour to 3Arena, Dublin on 11 March 2025

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

LIMPBIZKIT are returning to the UK and Ireland with their live show in 2025 with the “LOSERVILLE 2025 with LIMPBIZKIT & Special Guests” tour. Kicking off on Saturday, 8 March, at OVO Hydro, Glasgow, the […]

Alanis Morissette
Gigs

Alanis Morissette announces Belsonic, Belfast show on 30th June 2025

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette is thrilled to announce her 2025 World Tour. This run of shows across the UK, Europe, and South America, follows this summer’s North American incredibly successful 35-date Triple […]

Lionel Richie
Gigs

Lionel Richie announces headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on 31 May 2025

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

International superstar Lionel Richie has announced a European headline tour with ‘Say Hello To The Hits’. Known for his smooth vocals and timeless classics, the award-winning musician will embark on a series of electrifying performances. […]

Rise Against
Gigs

Punk Rock outfit Rise Against announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast

October 18, 2024 XS Noize

Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, Punk Rock outfit Rise Against announce a show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast with American supergroup LS Dunes on 29 January 2025. Tickets are on sale Wednesday 23 October at 9 […]

Wendy James
News

Wendy James shares video for new single ‘Do You Dig It? Do You Love It? Is It Groovy?’

October 18, 2024 XS Noize

Wendy James has now shared new single ‘Do You Dig It? Do You Love It? Is It Groovy?’, taken from her forthcoming album ‘The Shape of History’. Written, produced and mixed by James and recorded […]

Sophie Ellis-Bextor
News

Sophie Ellis-Bextor releases new disco-pop anthem ‘Freedom of the Night’

October 18, 2024 XS Noize

Welcome to the glorious and magical disco-pop anthem ‘Freedom of the Night’, the brand-new single from Sophie Ellis-Bextor, out today on Sophie’s new musical home of Decca Records. An energetic, fun, and glitteringly catchy track, […]

The_Twang
News

The Twang announce special 15th anniversary edition of their classic album ‘Jewellery Quarter’

October 18, 2024 XS Noize

In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the ‘Jewellery Quarter,’ The Twang will release a very special edition of the album this December. Re-recorded and remastered, and on vinyl for the first time ever, ‘Jewellery […]

C Duncan
News

C Duncan announces new album ‘It’s Only a Love Song’ & Shares video for title track

October 17, 2024 XS Noize

Acclaimed Scottish musician C Duncan today announces his new album It’s Only a Love Song out 24th January via Bella Union and available to preorder here. To accompany the announcement Duncan has shared a gorgeous […]

Output Belfast
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Global music industry figures lined up for Output Belfast

October 16, 2024 XS Noize

Top names from the global music industry will speak at Output Belfast on Tuesday, November 12, the largest music conference on the island of Ireland. The conference will include panel discussions, music sessions, workshops and […]

Punk Rock Factory
News

Punk Rock Factory share their riotous take on the B*Witched smash ‘C’est La Vie’

October 15, 2024 XS Noize

Welsh pop-punk heroes Punk Rock Factory have become a surprise sensation; their supersonic hi-octane takes on throwback favourites like ‘Let It Go’, the ‘Power Rangers’ theme and ‘Mamma Mia’ making them a smash hit at […]

Skunk Anansie
Gigs

Skunk Anansie announce 2025 UK headline tour

October 14, 2024 XS Noize

British rock icons Skunk Anansie roar back into action next year with a huge UK headline tour in Spring 2025. Promising an entirely brand new production, the tour will usher in an exciting new era […]

the cure
Gigs

The Cure to live stream their only full live show of the year at Troxy in London for free

October 11, 2024 XS Noize

THE CURE will play their only full live show of the year at Troxy in London on 1st November, the night the band releases their long-awaited new album, ‘SONGS OF A LOST WORLD’. The show […]

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