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        • Kingfishr
          News

          Kingfishr Announce Belsonic Belfast Show And Major Outdoor Dates For 2027

          June 18, 2026

          Kingfishr have announced three major outdoor headline shows for 2027, including a Belfast Belsonic date. The Irish trio will play Belsonic in Belfast on June 11, 2027, before heading to Marlay Park in Dublin on […]

          EELS
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          EELS Announce New Album ‘Cookie Happened’ And Share ‘Cap In Hand’

          June 16, 2026

          EELS have announced their 16th studio album, Cookie Happened, set for release on October 16 via E Works / Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s first single, “Cap […]

          Jesus Jones
          News

          Jesus Jones Announce New Album ‘Twilight’ And ‘Doubt’ 35th Anniversary UK Tour

          June 16, 2026

          Jesus Jones have announced their eighth album, Twilight, their first new full-length release in eight years. The band have also shared the album’s first single, “Shot In The Chevy,” which is available to stream now. […]

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          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: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

          The Proclaimers
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Proclaimers Bring Heart, Humour And Timeless Anthems To Live At Chelsea

          June 14, 2026

          Before Scottish twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid brought their unmistakable harmonies to Royal Hospital Chelsea with a 24-track set, support came from Edinburgh-born Hamish Hawk. Describing himself as more of a diarist than an […]

        • 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. […]

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        • Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          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
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          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 […]

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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

Liam Gallagher & John Squire
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Liam Gallagher & John Squire On New Song ‘Just Another Rainbow’ & Their Upcoming Album

January 5, 2024 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher and John Squire joined Zane Lowe on New Music Daily on Apple Music 1 to discuss their newly released song, ‘Just Another Rainbow’, and how it came out of a riffing session. The […]

Kula Shaker
News

KULA SHAKER share video for new single ‘NATURAL MAGICK’

January 5, 2024 XS Noize

Today Kula Shaker release their brand new single, ‘NATURAL MAGICK’, and share the technicolour blast that is the video for the track. The title track from their forthcoming new album, ‘NATURAL MAGICK’, follows hot-on-the-heels of […]

MIKE SCOTT
News

THE WATERBOYS new box set ‘1985’ tells the story of how they made ‘This Is The Sea’ and saw ‘The Whole Of The Moon’

January 5, 2024 XS Noize

The Waterboys present 1985 – a stunningly put-together box set telling the story of how The Waterboys made ‘This Is The Sea’ and saw ‘The Whole Of The Moon’. Released February 23rd, 2024, the set […]

Three Fields
News

Three Fields releases new single ‘Breeze’

December 22, 2023 XS Noize

Inspired by Jean-Michel Jarre, Moby, Vangelis, Ulrich Schnauss, and Tangerine Dream, and composing for over 20 years with six albums, Three Fields creates beautiful ambient/electronic music. Three Fields is producer Steven Hassell. He explains how […]

The Outcasts
Gigs

Good Vibrations Christmas Party this Saturday at The Limelight, Belfast feat: The Outcasts, Terri Hooley & more

December 19, 2023 XS Noize

In early 1977, a band of brothers became just that: a band. Sick of not being allowed into clubs – and getting barred from five in one week – because of how they looked, three […]

Jordan Mackampa
News

Jordan Mackampa announces headline show at Voodoo, Belfast, on Saturday 18th May 2024

December 19, 2023 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter Jordan Mackampa has announced a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast, on Saturday 18th May 2024. The news follows the recent announcement of the London-based artist’s sophomore album, ‘Welcome Home, Kid!’, which is scheduled to […]

Richard Ashcroft
Gigs

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces 2024 outdoor concert for London at Kew The Music

December 18, 2023 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft has been added to the line-up for KEW THE MUSIC 2024, headlining the final show of the series taking place on Sunday, 14th July 2024. ​He joins the previously announced headliners for the […]

Steven Wilson
News

STEVEN WILSON releases ‘December Skies’ – a Christmas song written in collaboration with AI

December 15, 2023 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has recorded a Christmas song in collaboration with Chat GPT. Wilson wrote the music for “December Skies”, but Open AI’s language program completely generated the lyrics. Steven Wilson on December Skies: “Challenged by […]

Bangor Court House
News

Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody honours Bangor Court House with major award

December 14, 2023 XS Noize

Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody visited his hometown of Bangor today (Thursday, 14 December) to crown The Court House as the 2023 National Lottery Project of the Year. The non-profit music and arts venue on […]

the Australian Pink Floyd Show
Gigs

The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on 4th December 2024

December 14, 2023 XS Noize

Selling over 4 million tickets worldwide and described by The Times as “The Gold Standard” and The Daily Mirror as “The Kings of the Genre” ” the Australian Pink Floyd Show will return to Belfast’s […]

Unknown Territories
News

Manchester’s UNKNOWN TERRITORIES announce one-off show in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer

December 14, 2023 XS Noize

Manchester’s Unknown Territories will be playing a one-off show this weekend in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer. The show will feature Tom Hingley from Inspiral Carpets on vocals along with Esther Maylor from Heavy Salad, […]

Cigarettes After Sex
News

Cigarettes After Sex share cover of Radiohead’s “Motion Picture Soundtrack”

December 12, 2023 XS Noize

The ever-prolific Cigarettes After Sex are closing out a year of stellar accomplishments — including surpassing 7 Billion total streams across platforms and selling out their biggest headline tour to date, which included the 13k […]

Bob Marley
News

JAD Records release rare Bob Marley single ‘Selassie is the Chapel’

December 12, 2023 XS Noize

Over 40 years after his untimely death, a new Bob Marley single titled ‘Selassie is the Chapel’ has been released via his original label, JAD Records. For the very first time, the song is available […]

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
News

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release Abbey Road Sessions for Oasis classics ‘Going Nowhere’ and ‘The Masterplan’

December 12, 2023 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today unveil two new versions of the classic Oasis songs ‘Going Nowhere’ and ‘The Masterplan’ recorded at London’s iconic Abbey Road Studios.  ‘The Masterplan’ and ‘Going Nowhere’ have become mainstays […]

Editors
Gigs

EDITORS announce a six date UK tour for February and March 2024

December 11, 2023 XS Noize

Editors today announce a six date UK tour for February and March 2024, which will see them play shows in Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, Bath, Birmingham and Southampton. Tickets will be on sale from 10 am […]

CHINA CRISIS
Gigs

CHINA CRISIS play headline show at Limelight, Belfast on Sat 9th December

December 9, 2023 XS Noize

China Crisis emerged in 1981 from their native Kirkby in Liverpool as the songwriting duo of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist/vocalist Eddie Lundon. Over the years, they have been accompanied by a gifted and creative […]

Sepultura
Gigs

SEPULTURA announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 10th November 2024

December 8, 2023 XS Noize

Sepultura has reached the end of the road and has chosen to depart via a conscious and planned death. Throughout the next 18 months, we will celebrate 40 years of existence together with our loyal […]

Paolo Nutini
Gigs

PAOLO NUTINI announces stadium show at Thomond Park, Limerick, on Saturday, 13th July

December 8, 2023 XS Noize

Paolo Nutini has announced his only Irish date in 2024 with a stadium show at Thomond Park, Limerick, on Saturday, 13th July. For the past eight years, Paolo Nutini has been learning how to speak […]

The Killers
Gigs

THE KILLERS add extra show at 3Arena, Dublin due to demand

December 7, 2023 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand, The Killers have added an extra date, 12th June 2024, at 3Arena with special guest Travis. Tickets for 12th, 14th, & 15th June go on sale Friday 8th December at 9.30am […]

Green Day
News

GREEN DAY release video for new single ‘Dilemma’

December 7, 2023 XS Noize

Global rock superstars Green Day – Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – aren’t holding back on their latest single, “Dilemma.” This high-octane track will be featured on the band’s 14th studio album […]

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