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        • Tricky
          News

          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
          News

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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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WINGS OF DESIRE share video for new single ‘Choose A Life’ - Watch Now! 1
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WINGS OF DESIRE share video for new single ‘Choose A Life’ – Watch Now!

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Following the last single ‘Better Late Than Never’, a song about self-discovery, the ever-intriguing Wings Of Desire share a new single ‘Choose A Life’, plus announce their new EP Amun-Ra to be released Friday 13th […]

LARKIN POE & NU DECO ENSEMBLE share new track ‘Every Bird That Flies’ 1
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LARKIN POE & NU DECO ENSEMBLE share new track ‘Every Bird That Flies’

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Last December, the Grammy-nominated roots-rock duo Larkin Poe teamed up with the innovative hybrid orchestra Nu Deco Ensemble for a special collaborative Livestream show from the Miami Beach Bandshell. It represented Larkin Poe’s first show […]

BELSONIC & CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE events to require COVID Status certification for entry
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BELSONIC & CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE events to require COVID Status certification for entry

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

The scheduled 2021 outdoor concerts at CHSQ / Custom House Square (www.customhousesquare.com) and Ormeau Park / Belsonic (www.belsonic.com), in August and September respectively, will require ALL ticket holders to demonstrate their COVID-19 Status to gain […]

JOE JACKSON announces European ‘Sing, You Sinners’ tour to start in March 2022
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JOE JACKSON announces European ‘Sing, You Sinners’ tour to start in March 2022

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Joe Jackson is launching a new tour with the same band as his last, the successful Four Decade Tour of 2019, and his last album Fool: Graham Maby (Bass, Vocals), Teddy Kumpel (Guitar, Vocals) and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: LUMP - Animal
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: LUMP – Animal

July 26, 2021 Lori Gava

Fans of chanteuse Laura Marling and her insightful songwriting can revel in the other side she displays on her second LUMP effort Animal. Marling once again teams up with Tuning member Mike Lindsay to follow […]

KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share video for new single 'Catching Smoke' - Watch Now!
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KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD share video for new single ‘Catching Smoke’ – Watch Now!

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Having released their latest album, Butterfly 3000 on their own KGLW label in June to universal acclaim, King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard have today shared the breathtaking video to Catching Smoke, the latest track […]

SPIRITUALIZED announce the release of "Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space" out 10th September 1
New Music

SPIRITUALIZED announce the release of “Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space” out 10th September

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Following the acclaimed release of Lazer Guided Melodies and Pure Phase, Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records today announce the third stage of The Spaceman Reissue Program. Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space, the […]

INGRID ANDRESS announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Wednesday 19th January 2022
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INGRID ANDRESS announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Wednesday 19th January 2022

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

One of the most exciting artists in country music, multi-GRAMMY nominated, Ingrid Andress, is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Wednesday 19th January 2022 as part of her ‘The Feeling […]

INTERVIEW: Ida Mae on new album ‘Click Click Domino’ - "We were able to push the envelope a little bit further" 1
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW: Ida Mae on new album ‘Click Click Domino’ – “We were able to push the envelope a little bit further”

July 26, 2021 Lee Campbell

Chris Turpin and Stephanie Jean, better known as Ida Mae, are back with their excellent second album, ‘Click Click Domino’. A fusion of Americana, rock ‘n’ roll, blues and folk, Lee Campbell spoke with the […]

THE WANDERING HEARTS announce their biggest headline tour to date
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THE WANDERING HEARTS announce their biggest headline tour to date

July 26, 2021 XS Noize

Over the course of four recent singles which preview their upcoming second album (‘On Our Way’, ‘Dreams’, ‘Dolores’ and ‘Gold’), The Wandering Hearts have emerged as one of Britain’s brightest rising bands. Blending timeless folk-rock […]

CHAII teams up with KINGS & ELEVEN7FOUR for new single ‘Might Just’ - Watch Video
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CHAII teams up with KINGS & ELEVEN7FOUR for new single ‘Might Just’ – Watch Video

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

The multi-faceted Persian/New Zealander artist CHAII has joined forces with rappers Kings and eleven7four plus producer Rory Noble (Kanye West, Ruel) to create the brand new single ‘Might Just’. The single follows CHAII’s previous tastemaker […]

JOSEPH REUBEN shares new single Dreamland' - Listen Now!
New Music

JOSEPH REUBEN shares new single Dreamland’ – Listen Now!

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Joseph Reuben has battled against the odds to commence his solo career. He first came to attention several years ago with his soulful take on Robyn’s ‘Call Your Girlfriend’. But just as he began to […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Amy Winehouse - Back To Black
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Amy Winehouse – Back To Black

July 23, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Reissue of the sublime sophomore and final […]

COLDPLAY announce the release of their much-anticipated new album ‘Music Of The Spheres’ 2
New Music

COLDPLAY release ‘Coloratura’ from their forthcoming album ‘Music Of The Spheres’ – Listen Now!

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Coldplay have today released the ten-and-a-half-minute closing track of their forthcoming album Music Of The Spheres (out October 15th). Described in the band’s recent album announcement as an album track rather than a single, Coloratura […]

Producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist JAX JONES announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Friday 26th November 2021
Gigs

Producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist JAX JONES announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Friday 26th November 2021

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist Jax Jones is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Friday 26th November 2021. Jax recently unveiled his highly anticipated EP Deep Joy, released via his new […]

SHAUN RYDER releases 'Pop Star's Daughters' from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’ - Watch Video!
New Music

SHAUN RYDER releases ‘Pop Star’s Daughters’ from his new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’ – Watch Video!

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Shaun Ryder releases a new solo album ‘Visits From Future Technology’ on August 20th on his new SWRX Recordings label. The albums second single ‘Pop Star’s Daughters’ is out today. Who would have that in […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Foreign Affairs - Make a Move
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TRACK PREMIERE: Foreign Affairs – Make a Move

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Bristol-based songwriting duo Foreign Affairs deliver the powerful, anthemic new single ‘Make a Move’ today. The follow-up to April’s massive ‘Rosanna’ and its acoustic counterpart. ‘Make a Move’ shows a slicker side to the Foreign […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ada Morghe shares her interpretation of Frank Ocean’s ‘IVY’
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ada Morghe shares her interpretation of Frank Ocean’s ‘IVY’

July 23, 2021 XS Noize

Ada Morghe has earned comparisons to Norah Jones for the timeless vocal beauty and accomplished jazz/soul songwritingthat has made her two albums to date, ‘Box’ and ‘Pictures’, so captivating. And just like the genre’s most […]

LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM releases 'On The Wrong Side' from his forthcoming self-titled solo record
Gigs

LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM releases ‘On The Wrong Side’ from his forthcoming self-titled solo record

July 22, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Lindsey Buckingham released “On The Wrong Side”, the second track from his forthcoming self-titled solo record due out September 17 on Reprise. The song follows the news of Buckingham’s first solo album in over […]

AQUILO announce new album 'A Safe Place To Be’ - Out October 15th
New Music

AQUILO announce new album ‘A Safe Place To Be’ – Out October 15th

July 22, 2021 XS Noize

Aquilo achieved huge success as their first two albums, ‘Silhouettes’ and ‘ii’, amassed 250 million streams as they hit Glastonbury, played with Oh Wonder, and picked up positive comparisons to The xx and London Grammar. […]

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