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        • Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025
          News

          Music Venue Trust Annual Report 2025 reveals stark reality for Northern Ireland’s grassroots music venues

          April 15, 2026

          Northern Ireland has produced Snow Patrol, Two Door Cinema Club, The Undertones, Ash, Stiff Little Fingers, Gary Moore, Van Morrison and more from a population roughly the size of Greater Manchester. Every one of them […]

          madonna
          News

          Madonna has announced that her eagerly anticipated new album “Confessions II” will be released on July 3

          April 15, 2026

          Madonna announced today her eagerly anticipated new album Confessions ll is set for release on July 3rd via Warner Records. The new album is the continuation of the iconic counterpart Confessions on a Dance Floor. […]

          The Anchoress
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          The Anchoress announces new album “As We Once Were” and shares new single “I Had a Baby Not A Lobotomy”

          April 14, 2026

          Welsh multi-instrumentalist and producer The Anchoress — the recording name of Catherine Anne Davies — has announced her new album As We Once Were, alongside the release of its first single, “I Had a Baby […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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

          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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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TOM ZANETTI shares video for new single ‘Slow Down’ feat: Lucinda Strafford 2
New Music

TOM ZANETTI shares video for new single ‘Slow Down’ feat: Lucinda Strafford

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Tom Zanetti’s 2021 single ‘Didn’t Know’ became his biggest hit to date, peaking at #14 as it spent the majority of the summer flying high in the Top 20. It became a Gold-certified favourite, adding […]

AMY MACDONALD will release new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ - A new collection of reimagined fan favourites on July 8th
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AMY MACDONALD will release new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ – A new collection of reimagined fan favourites on July 8th

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald will release the new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ on July 8th. A new collection of fan favourites which have been reimagined with the energy of her live performances in mind, […]

KULA SHAKER share their new video for 'Whatever It Is (I’m Against It)' - Watch Now
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KULA SHAKER share their new video for ‘Whatever It Is (I’m Against It)’ – Watch Now

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Kula Shaker share their new video for Whatever It Is (I’m Against It). Taken from their much anticipated new album1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love (and Free Hugs) which was released on 10 June 2022. […]

FATHER JOHN MISTY shares video for 'Buddy's Rendezvous'
Gigs

FATHER JOHN MISTY shares video for ‘Buddy’s Rendezvous’

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

Father John Misty was part of history in April when his hugely acclaimed new album Chloë and The Next 20th Century entered the UK album chart at Number 2, with Wet Leg at number 1 […]

THE LIBERTINES To Play Special 20th Anniversary Show @ OVO Arena Wembley, Saturday 23rd July 2022 1
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THE LIBERTINES To Play Special 20th Anniversary Show @ OVO Arena Wembley, Saturday 23rd July 2022

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of their astonishing debut album ‘Up The Bracket’, The Libertines will be performing a special 20th-anniversary show at London’s OVO Arena Wembley on 23 July 2022. With a 20th Anniversary Edition […]

INTERVIEW: Mikey Wax on 'This Kind Of Love'
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Mikey Wax on ‘This Kind Of Love’

June 16, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Mikey Wax has been a name on the music scene for more than a decade and, over the years, has had his music featured in hit TV shows, including The Ghost Whisperer and Pretty Little […]

ALBUM PREMIERE: Alfred Jackson Gets Honest On New Album ‘U.G.L.Y’ - Listen Now!
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ALBUM PREMIERE: Alfred Jackson Gets Honest On New Album ‘U.G.L.Y’ – Listen Now!

June 16, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The last few years have left many of us thinking about what we want out of life, looking towards the future and reflecting on the impact we have and have had on the world. Such […]

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Jones at Royal Hospital, Chelsea
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Tom Jones at Royal Hospital, Chelsea

June 16, 2022 Michael Barron

The Grade I listed Royal Hospital Chelsea has now been the home of the Chelsea Pensioners for 330 years. The hospital receives funding from a grant-in-aid from the government; it needs to make up annual […]

Irish folk band REND COLLECTIVE will play a headline Belfast show at the SSE Arena on Friday, June 17th 2022 1
Gigs

Irish folk band REND COLLECTIVE will play a headline Belfast show at the SSE Arena on Friday, June 17th 2022

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

Irish folk worship band from Northern Ireland, Rend Collective will play a headline Belfast show at the SSE Arena on Friday, June 17th 2022. Amidst so much heaviness-consuming events of today’s world, Rend Collective is […]

THE WATERBOYS celebrate landmark festival appearance with new track 'Glastonbury Fayre'
Gigs

THE WATERBOYS celebrate landmark festival appearance with new track ‘Glastonbury Fayre’

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of the band’s landmark twelfth performance at the iconic Glastonbury Festival, The Waterboys are feeling in a celebratory mood as they today drop a brand new track to mark the occasion, the inspired ‘Glastonbury […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dillon -
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dillon – <3core

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

Brazilian-born artist Dillon is back after five years – On her fourth album, 6abotage, produced by Greek-German producer Alexis Troy, Dillon has created a powerful sound sphere one can hardly restrain from. The first single, […]

IN FOCUS// Spiritbox @ O2 Academy, Islington 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Spiritbox @ O2 Academy, Islington

June 15, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Spiritbox is a Canadian band formed in 2016. The band wasn’t touring until 2020 since their formation. Instead, they started gaining popularity on the internet thanks to their genre-bending music and music videos. Hence their […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Foals - Life Is Yours
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Foals – Life Is Yours

June 15, 2022 Lori Gava

The Oxford, UK band Foals has undergone some epic changes over the last three years. During that period, the band has experienced heady highs and painful lows. Their 2019 release of the two-parter Everything Not […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Haley Johnsen – Goner
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Haley Johnsen – Goner

June 15, 2022 Randall Radic

Singer-songwriter Haley Johnsen recently released her new album, Goner, a 12-track collection of songs displaying her unique blend of indie-pop and folk-rock. Haley explains that Goner is about “This constant push and pull between confidence […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jenny JAM - My Letter To You
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jenny JAM – My Letter To You

June 15, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

We all say or express hurtful things to others and have them said or expressed to us in some way or another. Jenny JAM is familiar with the latter of the two all too well […]

LIGHTNING SEEDS announce new album 'See You In The Stars' & UK Tour - Hear first single 'Sunshine’ 1
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LIGHTNING SEEDS announce new album ‘See You In The Stars’ & UK Tour – Hear first single ‘Sunshine’

June 15, 2022 XS Noize

Hard to believe it’s been more than a decade since Lightning Seeds released a new album but at last we can celebrate with the release of ‘See You In The Stars’, their first on new […]

LIVE REVIEW: Iron Maiden at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Iron Maiden at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast

June 14, 2022 Marc Leach

It was that time of the year, folks, the annual Belsonic Festival 2022’s lineup was a packed lineup, and who better to start it off than the return of godfathers of NWOBHM; Iron Maiden! But […]

ERASURE announce 'Day-Glo (Based on a True Story)' - out 12th August on Mute 1
New Music

ERASURE announce ‘Day-Glo (Based on a True Story)’ – out 12th August on Mute

June 14, 2022 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of their new release, Day-Glo (Based on a True Story) – out on Mute on 12 August 2022 on fluorescent green vinyl, CD and digitally. Day-Glo […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Golden Bug feat Vega Voga - Tokoyo No Kuni
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Golden Bug feat Vega Voga – Tokoyo No Kuni

June 14, 2022 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and recent purchases here for your perusal every week. Another excellent find from Barcelona. Parisian-born and Barcelona resident Golden […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Pine Barons - ゆらめき IN THE AIR
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TRACK PREMIERE: Pine Barons – ゆらめき IN THE AIR

June 14, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Over the decades, artists from around the world have covered songs by solo artists and groups that have heavily influenced or inspired their own sound. One such band are Philly art-rock group Pine Barons who […]

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