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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
          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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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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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 […]

          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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          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

          da Googie
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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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TOM MORELLO releases new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram
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TOM MORELLO releases new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram

August 25, 2021 XS Noize

Rock & Roll icon and two-time Grammy winner Tom Morello has today released a brand-new single “Driving To Texas” featuring Phantogram from his recently announced album The Atlas Underground Fire, out October 15th.  “I’d worked […]

THE WOMBATS return with the video for new track 'Method To The Madness' 1
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THE WOMBATS unveil music video for new single ‘If You Ever Leave, I’m Coming With You’

August 25, 2021 XS Noize

The Wombats are today unveiling the music video of their infectious electro-pop new single ‘If You Ever Leave, I’m Coming With You’, premiered on BBC Radio 1 ‘Future Sounds’ with Yungblud. Inspired by the lockdowns […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Chillhum – Highspeed
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TRACK PREMIERE: Chillhum – Highspeed

August 25, 2021 Randall Radic

Denver, Colorado-based vocalist and producer, introduces his new single, “Highspeed,” an intimate, soul-searching song. Chillum explains, “Lyrically, ‘Highspeed’ is a song centred around how disorienting it can be as a young person trying to figure […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ishi & CAPYAC - “Goody Goody,” feat. Cure For Paranoia & Rudy Devino
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ishi & CAPYAC – “Goody Goody,” feat. Cure For Paranoia & Rudy Devino

August 25, 2021 Randall Radic

Electronic artist Ishi and electronic dance duo CAPYAC introduce the music video for “Goody Goody,” featuring the talents of Cure For Paranoia and Rudi Devino. CAPYAC explains, “We decided, in the tremendous silence of an […]

WOLF ALICE announce September gigs as part of The National Lottery Revive Live tour
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WOLF ALICE announce September gigs as part of The National Lottery Revive Live tour

August 24, 2021 XS Noize

WOLF ALICE have announced a string of intimate shows in the UK as part of The National Lottery Revive Live campaign, which aims to help revive the grassroots music scene following the Covid-19 pandemic. The […]

R.E.M. celebrate the 25th anniversary of their tenth studio album 'New Adventures in Hi-Fi' with a special reissue 1
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R.E.M. celebrate the 25th anniversary of their tenth studio album ‘New Adventures in Hi-Fi’ with a special reissue

August 24, 2021 XS Noize

Craft Recordings proudly celebrates the 25th anniversary of R.E.M.’s tenth studio album, New Adventures in Hi-Fi, with a special reissue set for release on October 29. The bonus-filled 2-CD/1-Blu-ray Deluxe Edition offers a trove of […]

DMA’S share video for new single 'We Are Midnight' - Watch Now
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DMA’S share video for new single ‘We Are Midnight’ – Watch Now

August 24, 2021 XS Noize

DMA’S have announced the video for WE ARE MIDNIGHT, the lead single from their new EP I LOVE YOU UNCONDITIONALLY, SURE AM GOING TO MISS YOU. The EP is available on all digital outlets now […]

OLD DOMINION return with new album 'Time, Tequila & Therapy' in October 2
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OLD DOMINION return with new album ‘Time, Tequila & Therapy’ in October

August 24, 2021 XS Noize

GRAMMY-nominated Nashville band Old Dominion has announced their anxiously awaited fourth full-length album, Time, Tequila & Therapy, will be released on 8th October 2021.  To herald the record’s arrival, the group shared a brand new […]

INTERVIEW: Wings Of Desire discuss their new EP, 'Amun-Ra'
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INTERVIEW: Wings Of Desire discuss their new EP, ‘Amun-Ra’

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #50 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Chloe and James of Wings Of Desire to talk about their fantastic new EP Amun-Ra. Amun-Ra moves on from the observant […]

PAUL MCCARTNEY reveals the 154 songs featured in his new book, The Lyrics
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PAUL MCCARTNEY reveals the 154 songs featured in his new book, The Lyrics

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

Paul McCartney has revealed the list of the 154 songs featured in his forthcoming book The Lyrics, publishing 2nd November 2021. This career-spanning selection also includes a set of lyrics to an unrecorded Beatles song: […]

COURTEENERS celebrate 15 years of gigs with 'The Whites of Their Eyes' Tour
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COURTEENERS celebrate 15 years of gigs with ‘The Whites of Their Eyes’ Tour

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

Courteeners celebrate a decade and a half of gigging this November with a series of UK live dates. The Whites of Their Eyes Tour marks fifteen years since the band played their first-ever live show […]

ALBUM REVIEW: DYLVN – Falling Far From Home
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: DYLVN – Falling Far From Home

August 23, 2021 Randall Radic

San Clemente, California-based pop singer-songwriter DYLVN, releases his debut album, Falling Far From Home, a collection of 10 tracks delving into love, heartbreak, and redemption. DYLVN explains, “I was going through a period in my […]

THERAPY? announce live online global concert for October 29th
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THERAPY? announce live online global concert for October 29th

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

Therapy? have announced their first-ever live online global concert in collaboration with online platform Stabal. The livestream due to take place on October 29th will be a celebration of the bands music over their 31 […]

WARD THOMAS announce an Intimate Bangor Acoustic show on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
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WARD THOMAS announce an Intimate Bangor Acoustic show on Tuesday 23rd November 2021

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

British country-pop duo Ward Thomas are pleased to announce an Intimate Bangor Acoustic show on Tuesday 23rd November 2021 at First Bangor Church. Ward Thomas released their new album ’Invitation’ in October 2020 – the […]

London-based DJ/producer JOEL CORRY announces a headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on October 31st 1
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London-based DJ/producer JOEL CORRY announces a headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on October 31st

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

London-based DJ/producer Joel Corry is pleased to announce a headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on October 31st 2021. Joel has spent the last decade playing clubs right across the UK and Europe. Growing […]

DURAN DURAN announce two intimate shows in their hometown of Birmingham, at the O2 Institute this September
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DURAN DURAN announce two intimate shows in their hometown of Birmingham, at the O2 Institute this September

August 23, 2021 XS Noize

The iconic multi-platinum and award-winning British band, Duran Duran, announce two intimate performances in their hometown of Birmingham, at the O2 Institute. Duran Duran will play on 14th and 15th September 2021 ahead of the […]

CHARLOTTE JANE shares new Summer single 'Loving The Light' - Listen Now
New Music

CHARLOTTE JANE shares new Summer single ‘Loving The Light’ – Listen Now

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Charlotte Jane has spent recent weeks introducing her natural and accomplished live performances to her growing following, first sharing her stunning stripped-back take on Givéon’s ‘Heartbreak Anniversary’ and then playing the Latitude and Standon Calling […]

CHEAP CUTS share video for new single ‘You Make Me Wanna Dance’ feat: Dan Caplen
New Music

CHEAP CUTS share video for new single ‘You Make Me Wanna Dance’ feat: Dan Caplen

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Reigniting the full-throttle thrills of big beat for the TikTok generation, Cheap Cuts took a giant first step with their debut single ‘Check Your Phone’. Twisted into an art-pop social commentary with anxious spoken word […]

Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN announces his first solo album 'Abran Wish & The Light Party'
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Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN announces his first solo album ‘Abran Wish & The Light Party’

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Dave Pen is an integral part of the successful progressive/alternative rock collective Archive as their co-frontman and co-songwriter. He also fronts the alternative rock duo BirdPen and has collaborated with film/TV composer Robin Foster on […]

TEDDY FAILURE drop video for new single 'Pure' - Watch Now
New Music

TEDDY FAILURE drop video for new single ‘Pure’ – Watch Now

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Teddy Failure, the music collective by Swedish producers TeoFrans, share their latest track ‘Pure’ (featuring ELIO) along with its official video. ‘Pure’ echoes the growing pains of Teddy Failure’s relatable, relationship-driven storytelling in tracks such […]

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