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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

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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
          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 […]

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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

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AR/CO unleash their debut single ‘Call Me By My Name’
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AR/CO unleash their debut single ‘Call Me By My Name’

July 1, 2022 XS Noize

Imagine if MGMT met Daft Punk at a dusty desert rave, and you’ll have an idea of the enigmatic and infectious soundscapes of rising electro duo AR/CO. Operating at the intersection of escapism and reality, AR/CO have already exceeded 12 million streams between just two […]

THE CORONAS announce 7th album 'Time Stopped' - Hear the first single ‘Don't You Say You're In Love’
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THE CORONAS announce 7th album ‘Time Stopped’ – Hear the first single ‘Don’t You Say You’re In Love’

July 1, 2022 XS Noize

Beloved Irish band The Coronas are to return with a brand-new album Time Stopped, to be released October 7th 2022. The first single ‘Don’t You Say You’re In Love’ can be heard below. Like every […]

ALTERED IMAGES share the new song 'Beautiful Thing'
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ALTERED IMAGES share the new song ‘Beautiful Thing’

July 1, 2022 XS Noize

Altered Images turned back the years when they returned with ‘Mascara Streakz’, the title track to their forthcoming album which follows on August 26th. It’s been 39 years since the band – led by Clare […]

INTERVIEW: Starsha Lee discuss live rendition of ‘Plausible Hate’ 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Starsha Lee discuss live rendition of ‘Plausible Hate’

July 1, 2022 John Clay

What’s going on with Sofia and Crispin? Adapting to quieter forms of expression, revelations on approaches to mediums such as photography and prose and course, their thoughts on new material are presented here in this […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Coumarin – New Descent
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TRACK PREMIERE: Coumarin – New Descent

July 1, 2022 Randall Radic

Stuttgart, Germany-based alternative singer-songwriter Coumarin, aka Andre Westerholt, releases “New Descent,” the ninth of his currently ongoing series of stand-alone singles. Talking about “New Descent,” Coumarin shares, “The song stems from one of my oldest […]

IN FOCUS// Green Day at the Hella Mega Tour, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Green Day at the Hella Mega Tour, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow

June 30, 2022 Clair McAllister

Green Day played a fantastic show at the Hella Mega Tour at Bellahouston Park Glasgow, with Weezer and Fallout Boy. Clair Mc Allister was there to take these amazing shots.           […]

INK TO SPILL get personal & powerful with new single 'Julie Julie'
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INK TO SPILL get personal & powerful with new single ‘Julie Julie’

June 30, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

It could be easily argued that some of the best, most truthful and impactful songs are created because of/are the result of a personal experience. The latest track from Ink To Spill, “Julie Julie”, is […]

KTJ & CARLY remind us all of our strength on new EP ‘Ego Death’
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KTJ & CARLY remind us all of our strength on new EP ‘Ego Death’

June 30, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The past few years have been hard for millions and have seen many worldwide struggle with dark times in their lives thanks to the impact, both personal and professional, of the pandemic. But what that […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Wire – Not About to Die
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wire – Not About to Die

June 30, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

It’s 1977, and a slew of albums from the first wave of British punk acts are being released. We’re seeing the debuts of the Sex Pistols, The Clash, The Damned, The Jam, The Stranglers and […]

THE PROCLAIMERS announce new album 'Dentures Out' - Hear first single ‘The World That Was’ 1
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THE PROCLAIMERS announce new album ‘Dentures Out’ – Hear first single ‘The World That Was’

June 30, 2022 XS Noize

Today Cooking Vinyl release ‘The World That Was’, the first track from The Proclaimers’ new album Dentures Out. It is brothers Craig and Charlie Reid’s first album since 2018’s hugely acclaimed Angry Cyclist. Thirty-five years […]

DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, ‘SONDER’ - Watch video for new track 'Dreamer'
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DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, ‘SONDER’ – Watch video for new track ‘Dreamer’

June 29, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Irish superstar DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, titled ‘SONDER’, out September 23rd via Island Records / Interscope. Alongside the announcement of ‘Sonder’ comes the brand new track and accompanying video for ‘DREAMER’. […]

THE BIG PINK release new single 'Love Spins On Its Axis' & announce a run of intimate live shows this July
Gigs

THE BIG PINK release new single ‘Love Spins On Its Axis’ & announce a run of intimate live shows this July

June 29, 2022 XS Noize

After making their triumphant return in April with the enormous single ‘No Angels’, The Big Pink are back once again to unveil their glorious new effort ‘Love Spins On Its Axis’ featuring British duo Dust […]

Terrorvision frontman TONY WRIGHT unveils 'Buried You Deeper' the first single from his forthcoming solo album, 'The Anti Album’
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Terrorvision frontman TONY WRIGHT unveils ‘Buried You Deeper’ the first single from his forthcoming solo album, ‘The Anti Album’

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Tony Wright, Terrorvision frontman, proudly releases Buried You Deeper on Graphite Records. Dark, vulnerable and desolate Buried You Deeper, is the first single from his forthcoming solo album, ‘The Anti Album’, out on October 7th. […]

R.E.M. to release debut EP 'Chronic Town' in three different formats celebrating its 40th anniversary this year 1
New Music

R.E.M. to release debut EP ‘Chronic Town’ in three different formats celebrating its 40th anniversary this year

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, R.E.M.’s debut EP CHRONIC TOWN will be released for the first time ever as a standalone CD with extensive liner notes by the original producer Mitch Easter (Let’s Active). […]

KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023 1
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KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Killing Joke announce ‘Killing Joke – Follow The Leaders’, a very special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023. Killing Joke will be performing their first two albums in their entirety; […]

THE HU 'Black Thunder Tour' announced for Belfast's Ulster Hall on 6th December 2022
Gigs

THE HU ‘Black Thunder Tour’ announced for Belfast’s Ulster Hall on 6th December 2022

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Today, acclaimed Mongolian rock band The HU announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on 06th December 2022. The band recently released a new single called “This Is Mongol” ahead of their second […]

NEIL YOUNG & PROMISE OF THE REAL release 'Noise & Flowers' live album & concert film on August 5th
New Music

NEIL YOUNG & PROMISE OF THE REAL release ‘Noise & Flowers’ live album & concert film on August 5th

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

Neil Young + Promise Of The Real today announce the August 5th release of a new live album, ‘Noise & Flowers’, that captures the group in all their glory on their 2019 European tour. The […]

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 27, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Following the release of their 8th album ‘When You See Yourself’, also their 6th album in a row to debut at Number One in the Irish and UK charts, the Kings of Leon played a […]

VOLBEAT announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 12th December
Gigs

VOLBEAT announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 12th December

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

Danish rock ‘n’ roll rebels Volbeat are eager to announce the 32-date European leg of the diverse Servant Of The Road World Tour, which will see them sharing the spotlight with special guests Skindred and […]

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena
New Music

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena on Friday 2 December 2022. Tickets from €51.00 including the booking fee go on sale this Friday at 10 am. SCOOTER […]

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