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        • CLUTCH
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          American hard rock band Clutch announce Belfast show at Telegraph Building

          May 27, 2026

          American hard rock band CLUTCH have announced their return to Belfast on May 27th 2026. Seneca Valley High School classmates Neil Fallon (vocals), Tim Sult (guitar), Dan Maines (bass), and Jean-Paul Gaster (drums) share an […]

          LE BOOM
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          LE BOOM announce 360° immersive floor show at Belfast’s Limelight

          May 27, 2026

          Hailing from Navan Ireland, Le Boom are two brothers making high energy dance music whose sound has been described as “4am chats with your mates”. Emerging from secret raves, the infectious energy of their live […]

          Ricky Warwick
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          Ricky Warwick Announces New Album ‘Fire & Vengeance’ and Shares Title Track

          May 27, 2026

          Ricky Warwick returns with ‘Fire & Vengeance’, the explosive new single and title track from his forthcoming album coming out September 4th via Earache.  Speaking about the track, Ricky says, “‘Fire & Vengeance’ is a song about […]

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          Mull Historical Society
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

          The Coral
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

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Black Grape - Orange Head
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ALBUM REVIEW: Black Grape – Orange Head

January 17, 2024 Michael Barron

A lot has changed since Black Grape released their last LP, Pop Voodoo. Shaun Ryder was diagnosed with ADHD in 2020 and lost his brother Paul, and Kermit (Paul Leveridge) lost his father just days […]

The Boxer Rebellion
News

THE BOXER REBELLION share new single ‘A Man As Alive As The City’

January 17, 2024 XS Noize

A coiled spring slowly unfurled in simple, single-note piano lines, frenetic guitar loops and pulsing beats, The Boxer Rebellion’s latest single, “A Man As Alive As The City”, is a widescreen, waterfalling picture of rattling […]

Kula Shaker
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Crispian Mills on Kula Shaker’s Seventh Studio Album, ‘Natural Magick’

January 17, 2024 XS Noize

In episode #163 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets the visionary mind behind Kula Shaker, the legendary Crispian Mills. We delve into the enchanting realms of their latest musical creation, “NATURAL MAGICK.” As […]

Enter Shikari
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ENTER SHIKARI release new track ‘Losing My Grip’ (feat. Jason Butler of Fever 333)

January 16, 2024 XS Noize

Enter Shikari and Fever 333 lead singer Jason Butler are sharing their new collaborative single ‘Losing My Grip’ today. ‘Losing My Grip’ marks the first new music from Enter Shikari in 2024, following the band’s […]

Dee C Lee
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Soul singer DEE C. LEE announces ‘Just Something’- Her first album in over 25 years

January 16, 2024 XS Noize

Following the recent release of Dee C Lee’s latest single, ‘Walk Away’, Acid Jazz Records announce the details of Just Something, Dee’s first album since 1998. Just Something features 11 songs: nine originals co-written by […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Valentine’s Day

January 16, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast, on Valentine’s Day! Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in 1945, Van heard his Shipyard worker father’s […]

JAMES
Gigs

JAMES announce details of their new album YUMMY & share first single ‘Is This Love’

January 15, 2024 XS Noize

JAMES have announced details of their new album to be released on 12 April via Virgin Music. YUMMY is the band’s 18th studio album and was produced by Leo Abrahams (Brian Eno, Jarvis Cocker, Jon […]

Wynona Bleach
News

WYNONA BLEACH announce their forthcoming single ‘Swim In The Bay’ – out January 24th

January 15, 2024 XS Noize

Mixing alternative rock, shoegaze and power pop, Wynona Bleach are a 5-piece from Belfast, NI. 2021 saw them sign to legendary indie label Fierce Panda (Coldplay, Placebo, Death Cab For Cutie); in early 2022, the […]

Flogging Molly
Gigs

FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

January 15, 2024 XS Noize

Flogging Molly is Dave King (lead vocals, acoustic guitar, bodhran), Bridget Regan (violin, tin whistle, vocals), Dennis Casey (guitar, vocals), Matt Hensley (accordion, concertina, vocals), Nathen Maxwell (bass guitar, vocals), Spencer Swain (mandolin, banjo, guitar, […]

KILLERSTAR
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KILLERSTAR share new single ‘Got Me All Wrong’

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

As heard on their introductory singles ‘Falling Through’ and ‘Should’ve Known Better’, Rob Fleming and James Sedge’s new band KillerStar expresses timeless ‘70s musicianship and art-rock invention through a contemporary prism. And if you’re reeling […]

Sophie Ellis-Bextor
News

Sophie Ellis-Bextor releases ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ on 7″ vinyl for the first time

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Sophie Ellis-Bextor will release one of her most loved and successful songs ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ on 7” vinyl for the first time following the track charting back in the Top Ten at #8 for […]

Shed Seven
News

SHED SEVEN land their first #1 album with ‘A Matter of Time’

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Some things are only ‘A Matter of Time’. In 2003, Shed Seven split up after a decade of success – and in most cases, that would’ve been the end of the story. But after receiving […]

EMF
News

EMF to release brand new album ‘The Beauty and The Chaos’ on 26th January

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

On 26th January 2024, EMF proudly releases a brand new album, ‘The Beauty and The Chaos’, on EMF Recordings. ‘The Beauty and The Chaos’ finds the band at their full creative tilt, delivering Classic EMF! […]

jazzy
Gigs

Irish DJ and vocalist JAZZY announces a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday 5th April

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Continuing her ascent as one of dance music’s most prominent new artists, Irish DJ and vocalist Jazzy has announced a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday, 5th April 2024. Following the massive club […]

Shaznay Lewis
News

SHAZNAY LEWIS shares ‘Miracle’, her first solo single in twenty years

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Shaznay Lewis enjoyed huge success as a member of and the lead songwriter for the highly influential All Saints, their catalogue of classic songs (‘Never Ever’, ‘Pure Shores’, ‘Black Coffee’, ‘I Know Where It’s At’) […]

Ride
News

RIDE announce new album ‘Interplay’ & share new single ‘Peace Sign’

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Ride returns today with the news of their seventh studio album, Interplay, out on 29th March via Wichita Recordings / PIAS. The new record is the Oxford four-piece’s third since reforming in 2014, having now […]

EMPATHY TEST
Gigs

Electronic pop act EMPATHY TEST announce 10th Anniversary European tour

January 11, 2024 XS Noize

Empathy Test was formed in London a decade ago by childhood friends Isaac Howlett (vocals/songwriting) and Adam Relf (production/composition), subsequently evolving from complete obscurity to become one of the most popular bands in the alternative […]

Benjamin Francis Leftwich
News

BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH releases new single ‘New York’ from his forthcoming album ‘Some Things Break’

January 10, 2024 XS Noize

Benjamin Francis Leftwich has released a brand new single, ‘New York’, taken from his forthcoming album ‘Some Things Break’. The song originally came from a writing session with labelmate The 1975’s Matty Healy when Ben […]

MGMT
News

MGMT share new single and video ‘Nothing To Declare’ starring Inga Petry

January 10, 2024 XS Noize

MGMT are back with another single off their forthcoming new album, the quietly contemplative and cinematic “Nothing To Declare”. The song is accompanied by an official video, directed by Joey Frank (MGMT’s “Me & Michael”) […]

New Model Army
News

NEW MODEL ARMY address Post Office scandal with new song ‘I Did Nothing Wrong’

January 10, 2024 XS Noize

New Model Army addresses the Post Office Horizon scandal with the new song ‘I Did Nothing Wrong’, which will be released with their forthcoming new album Unbroken on January 26th via earMUSIC. The powerful folk-rock […]

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