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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 […]

        • 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 […]

  • 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
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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
          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 […]

          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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MADNESS bring ‘The Ladykillers Tour’ to Dublin 3Arena on 29th November 2021 1
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MADNESS bring ‘The Ladykillers Tour’ to Dublin 3Arena on 29th November 2021

May 17, 2021 XS Noize

British pop giants Madness have today announced their sure-to-be triumphant return to the road with ‘The Ladykillers Tour’. After 18 months cooped up considering their career options (punctuated by excursions out for critically acclaimed docu-series […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Last Giant – Idiology
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Last Giant – Idiology

May 17, 2021 Randall Radic

Portland, Oregon-based alt-rock outfit Last Giant unveils the music video for “Idiology,” from their concert film, Live From The Hallowed Halls, a live EP releasing May 28. Shot in a studio in Portland by Brian […]

WHITNEY: Queen of the Night - returns to Belfast Waterfront Hall on 13th October 2022
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WHITNEY: Queen of the Night – returns to Belfast Waterfront Hall on 13th October 2022

May 17, 2021 XS Noize

Following standing ovations at two amazing sold-out shows, Whitney – Queen of the Night returns to Belfast. Whitney Houston’s music lives on in this captivating theatre show, consistently receiving rave reviews – featuring the astounding […]

Swedish-American singer-songwriter LEXI BERG shares video for new single ‘Into the Sea’
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Swedish-American singer-songwriter LEXI BERG shares video for new single ‘Into the Sea’

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

The Swedish-American singer-songwriter Lexi Berg has enjoyed a wave of discovery in recent months. Her haunting ballad ‘What If’ (produced with Faris Badwan of The Horrors) features in the critically acclaimed Netflix film ‘Pieces of […]

FAANGS shares video for new single ‘I DON’T CARE’ - Watch Now!
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FAANGS shares video for new single ‘I DON’T CARE’ – Watch Now!

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

Blending a caffeine-rush of alt-pop with the brutal bite of trap rhythms and rock star attitude, FAANGS is an uncompromising superstar in the making. Her early tracks ‘RELAPSE’, ‘HUH’ and ‘RICH KID$’ have immediately established […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Various - Factory: Communications 1978-92
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Various – Factory: Communications 1978-92

May 14, 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. The music industry is forever changing and […]

LISSIE shares the previously unreleased song ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing Anymore’ 
New Music

LISSIE shares the previously unreleased song ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Doing Anymore’ 

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

Recent months have seen Lissie cherish the memories of her early adventures in music by revisiting her archives. She emerged with what tmrw described as a “treasure trove of unreleased gold”, which resulted in two […]

REEVAH releases her brand new single ‘daydreamer’ - Listen Now!
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REEVAH releases her brand new single ‘daydreamer’ – Listen Now!

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

Derry based Indie-pop artist Reevah is delighted to announce her brand new single ‘daydreamer’, released today. On the new track, Reevah said; This was one of the first tracks I ever wrote as Reevah. It […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: FerrariLover - Draacool
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VIDEO PREMIERE: FerrariLover – Draacool

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

‘DRAACOOL’ is the new single from shoegaze artist ‘FERRARILOVER’ from the album of the same name due later this year. THE NEW ALBUM ‘ DRAACOOL’, MASTERED BY ADRIAN MORGAN AT TIMELESS MASTERING IS EXPECTED 23 […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS announce new album ‘The Ultra Vivid Lament’ - Listen to first single ‘Orwellian’ 1
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS announce new album ‘The Ultra Vivid Lament’ – Listen to first single ‘Orwellian’

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

Manic Street Preachers return with their 14th studio album ‘The Ultra Vivid Lament’ on 3rd September 2021 released on Columbia/Sony and have announced a tour for this autumn. ‘Orwellian’ – the first track to be […]

INTERVIEW: The Skinner Brothers' ZAC SKINNER talks about their new EP 'Iconic'
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INTERVIEW: The Skinner Brothers’ ZAC SKINNER talks about their new EP ‘Iconic’

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

The Skinner Brothers recently released their brand new EP ‘Iconic’, which is out now on Blagger Records. ‘Iconic’ finds The Skinner Brothers raising their game, tempering their boisterous bravado with an anthemic, larger-than-life hook, an […]

TRACK PREMIERE: BEA - In Circles
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TRACK PREMIERE: BEA – In Circles

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

BEA is an Independent ‘hazy folk pop’ artist from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Her influences range from the likes of Foy Vance and Hozier to Dermot Kennedy, Maggie Rodgers and Phoebe Bridgers, with honest storytelling and […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lazy Queen - Bad Trip (Live)
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lazy Queen – Bad Trip (Live)

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

Continuing their prolific and emphatic schedule for releasing powerful alt-punk anthems, Nordic four-piece Lazy Queen reach the conclusion of the project with their full EP ‘Get Home or Die Trying’. A project that outlines a […]

THE CRAYON SET share dazzling new single ‘Don’t Step Back Too Far’ - Listen Now!
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THE CRAYON SET share dazzling new single ‘Don’t Step Back Too Far’ – Listen Now!

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

Alternative-pop outfit CRAYON SET return with their dazzling new single ‘Don’t Step Back Too Far’, taken from their much-awaited forthcoming album ‘Downer Disco’. Hailing from Dublin ‘The Crayon Set’ are a band that specialises in […]

The mysteries surrounding casino and how they influence players
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The mysteries surrounding casino and how they influence players

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

Luck is something that has been, and will always be, a bone of contention for casino players everywhere. Along with ideas of luck and fortune, you’ll also find certain superstitions that can influence the way […]

THE OFFSPRING share video for 'We Never Have Sex Anymore' - Watch Now!
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THE OFFSPRING share video for ‘We Never Have Sex Anymore’ – Watch Now!

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

SoCal icons and one of punk rock’s best-selling bands of all time, The Offspring, unveiled the music video for “We Never Have Sex Anymore”. The video takes a literal animalistic approach, enlisting human’s closest genetic […]

INTERVIEW: Paul Weller on Fat Pop (Volume 1) - “My only ambition is to have more of what I’m having now; life, music, family, children and all that." 1
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INTERVIEW: Paul Weller on Fat Pop (Volume 1) – “My only ambition is to have more of what I’m having now; life, music, family, children and all that.”

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

There are not many artists who are still making vibrant and relevant music over four decades into their career, but Paul Weller has always done things differently. Since he first burst into the national consciousness […]

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce 20th Anniversary World Tour show at The Waterfront Hall, Belfast Saturday 19th Feb 2022
Gigs

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce 20th Anniversary World Tour show at The Waterfront Hall, Belfast Saturday 19th Feb 2022

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, from their formation in 2002 and a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with the Darkness to opening the main […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Embarcadero - Down
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Embarcadero – Down

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

DOWN is the third single from Embarcadero, featuring drummer Nigel Powell (Sad Song Co., Frank Turner) and producer Alex Loring (Rews, Fangclub). It’s the latest in a series of singles the band produced with support […]

PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION share new single 'Tired Of Loving You' - Listen Now!
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PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION share new single ‘Tired Of Loving You’ – Listen Now!

May 12, 2021 XS Noize

As all roads lead to an optimistic summer, the sun disappears behind lingering clouds of heartbreak courtesy of festival anthem-peddlers, Paris Youth Foundation, unfurling the billowing, white flag of romantic surrender in the sad majesty […]

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