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          AVA Belfast reveals full 2026 festival programme including afterparties, talks, workshops and more

          May 22, 2026

          AVA Belfast returns to Titanic Slipways on 29–30 May 2026, as the city prepares for what promises to be its biggest music weekend of the year. Hailed as “Techno Christmas,” or “Belfast Coachella” AVA is […]

          The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

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          The Coral
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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

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          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
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          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: 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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

        • 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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • 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
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          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
        • 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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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

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Joel Corry
Gigs

London-based DJ/producer JOEL CORRY announces headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Thursday, 16th March 2023

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Multi-BRIT Award-nominated, London-based DJ/producer Joel Corry, is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Thursday, 16th March 2023. Joel has spent the last ten years playing clubs right across the […]

Kaiser Chiefs
Gigs

KAISER CHIEFS return with brand new single ‘How 2 Dance’

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Almost two decades in the game and armed with an extensive back-catalogue of stadium belters, and record-breaking success, Kaiser Chiefs triumphantly return with their brand new single ‘How 2 Dance’, the first taste from their […]

Dylan James
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VIDEO PREMIERE: London-based singer-songwriter Dylan James shares video for new single ‘Boys Yard’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

London-based singer-songwriter Dylan James is set to release his inspirational second single ‘Boys Yard’ on 4th November. XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for the track today. Following on from his openly honest […]

Bird On The Wire
Gigs

BIRD ON THE WIRE – The Songs of Leonard Cohen play live at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on 12th November

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Bird On The Wire, a collaborative interpretation of The Leonard Cohen Songbook by singer Pauline Scanlon, Galway band The Whileaways and their band of joy, will return to Belfast on 12th November 2022 to play […]

Neil Young
New Music

NEIL YOUNG announces ‘Neil Young: Harvest Time’ coming to cinemas worldwide 1st Dec

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Shakey Pictures, Trafalgar Releasing, and Warner Records announced today that Neil Young: Harvest Time will be presented in movie theatres worldwide on Thursday, December 1, with select encores on Sunday, December 4. Celebrating the 50th […]

The Antlers
New Music

THE ANTLERS return with new single – ‘Ahimsa’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Today, The Antlers return with the new single “Ahimsa”, their first new recording since the duo’s Losing Light EP last November. “Ahimsa” first came to light on Peter Silberman’s solo album Impermanence back in 2017. […]

ADE - Ambivert
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VIDEO PREMIERE: New York City singer-songwriter and producer ADE shares video for spacey new track ‘Ambivert’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

New York City singer-songwriter and producer ADE has released his cosmic new EP ‘Junk In Orbit’, along with spacey focus track “Ambivert”, which XS Noize is pleased to premiere today exclusively. Like a lone shooting […]

First Aid Kit – Palomino
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: First Aid Kit – Palomino

November 3, 2022 Stuart Evans

Swedish sister duo turn into pop/folk goddesses on their 5th studio album. With their latest album, Palomino, Johanna and Klara Söderberg, aka First Aid Kit, have completely ignored the folk rule book (yes, there is […]

Sheridan Tongue
Gigs

Sheridan Tongue to receive Outstanding Contribution to Music Award at N.I. Music Prize on Wednesday 16 November from PRS for Music

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

EMMY award-winning composer Sheridan Tongue who is internationally acclaimed for his dramatic soundtracks for TV drama, film and documentaries, will be the fourth recipient of this special award that recognises the role that an individual […]

The Beatles
New Music

THE BEATLES premiere brand new Em Cooper directed video for ‘I’m Only Sleeping’

November 2, 2022 XS Noize

Following last Friday’s release of Revolver Special Edition, The Beatles have premiered the brand new video for ‘I’m Only Sleeping’ at London’s new immersive venue OUTERNET, a stunning first look at the entertainment complex’s giant […]

The Clone Roses
Gigs

THE CLONE ROSES announce headline show at Manchester’s Heaton Park in 2023

November 2, 2022 XS Noize

Yes, The Clone Roses will be headlining Manchester’s Heaton Park in 2023. As the most successful, ambitious, and best-loved tribute to The Stone Roses, The Clone Roses will be marking their own 25th Anniversary in […]

The Pretty Reckless - Other Worlds
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Pretty Reckless – Other Worlds

November 2, 2022 Stuart Evans

Supporting their forthcoming UK tour, The Pretty Reckless release an album of covers and alternate and acoustic versions to wonderful effect. It has been twelve years since their debut album, Light Me Up, was released, […]

The Joy Formidable
Gigs

Welsh alternative rock trio, THE JOY FORMIDABLE announce a set of UK tour dates for March 2023

November 2, 2022 XS Noize

Welsh alternative rock trio, The Joy Formidable have announced a set of UK tour dates for March 2023, followed by a very special orchestral night at the Clapham Grand in London in May. The ‘Cradle […]

beaux
Gigs

beaux marks the release of his anticipated new EP with the new single – ‘all of this (and more)’

November 2, 2022 XS Noize

beaux marks the release of his anticipated new EP how can i sleep? i’m wide awake with the new single, all of this (and more). Out now via Dirty Hit, his new EP follows a sold out debut headline show at […]

Future Islands
Gigs

FUTURE ISLANDS release ‘Last Christmas’ single originally made famous by Wham!

November 2, 2022 XS Noize

Daring to go where few bands have gone before, Future Islands have done the unthinkable and covered ‘Last Christmas’, the classic festive song originally made famous by Wham! Released today, the Baltimore group’s playful reworking […]

Macklemore
Gigs

MACKLEMORE details relapse & recovery in latest single ‘FAITHFUL’ FT. NLE CHOPPA

November 1, 2022 XS Noize

Today, multi-diamond certified, GRAMMY Award® winning artist Macklemore released his latest track, ‘FAITHFUL’ ft. NLE Choppa. The track comes with the exciting news that his new studio album titled BEN will be released on March […]

IDLES
Gigs

IDLES announce ‘Five Years of ‘Brutalism’ release this December

November 1, 2022 XS Noize

IDLES – Joe Talbot, Mark Bowen, Lee Kiernan, Adam Devonshire and Jon Beavis – today announce details of a brand new reissue of their seminal debut album Brutalism. Set for release on Friday 9th December […]

Rory Ryan
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Rory Ryan returns with shimmering single – ‘Keeping My Mind Quiet’

November 1, 2022 XS Noize

Rory Ryan is a musician based out of Galway, Ireland. Following on from his 2021 EP ‘EP 1’, Rory returns with the shimmering single, ‘Keeping My Mind Quiet’. XS Noize is pleased to premiere the […]

Yeah Yeah Yeahs
New Music

YEAH YEAH YEAHS share new music video for “Wolf”

October 31, 2022 XS Noize

Coming off the recent release of their first album in nine years, the critically acclaimed Cool It Down (out now via Secretly Canadian), and two now-legendary shows at NYC’s Forest Hills Stadium and LA’s Hollywood […]

Joshua Burnside
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Joshua Burnside on new EP ‘Late Afternoon In The Meadow (1887)’

October 31, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #108 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with experimental folk songwriter and producer Joshua Burnside to talk about his new EP, Late Afternoon In The Meadow (1887). In this interview, […]

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