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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 […]

        • 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
          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
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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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CODY FROST shares the video for her second single ‘HIGH/BYE’
New Music

CODY FROST shares the video for her second single ‘HIGH/BYE’

April 9, 2021 XS Noize

Cody Frost’s debut single ‘Verbal Warnings’ made an immediate impact with its sonic boom of electro-pop and punk attitude. It earned Cody her first spin at Radio 1 courtesy of Mollie King, with further airplay […]

ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single 'Vertigo' - Watch Now!
New Music

ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single ‘Vertigo’ – Watch Now!

April 9, 2021 XS Noize

Viewed through a prism of success, it’s easy to forget that established artists experience the same challenges as the rest of us. Alice Merton achieved so much in the first chapter of her career: her […]

MOGWAI share video for new single ‘Ceiling Granny’
New Music

MOGWAI share video for new single ‘Ceiling Granny’

April 9, 2021 XS Noize

Mogwai today release their new single ‘Ceiling Granny’ and debut its video, filmed and edited by filmmaker and skateboarder Jon Miner, and featuring video from his archive dating back to 1995, the year of the […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Underworld - Barbara, Barbara, we face a shining future
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Underworld – Barbara, Barbara, we face a shining future

April 9, 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. Amazingly titled, ninth studio album from the […]

TAYLOR SWIFT releases Fearless (Taylor's Version)
New Music

TAYLOR SWIFT releases Fearless (Taylor’s Version)

April 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today Taylor Swift released Fearless (Taylor’s Version). The 27-track album of new recordings was produced by Taylor Swift, Chris Rowe, Aaron Dessner and Jack Antonoff and features musical collaborations with Colbie Caillat, Keith Urban and […]

AMY MACDONALD announces major 2021 UK tour
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AMY MACDONALD announces major 2021 UK tour

April 9, 2021 XS Noize

It’s already been over two years since Amy Macdonald last played some full-scale UK headline shows, but the wait is now set to come to an end as she announces a long-awaited tour. Commencing in […]

EP PREMIERE: The Haunt – Social Intercourse
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EP PREMIERE: The Haunt – Social Intercourse

April 8, 2021 Randall Radic

Indie-pop/post-punk band The Haunt introduces their EP, Social Intercourse, and “Permanent,” a track lifted from the EP. Anastasia Grace and Maxamillion Haunt comprise The Haunt’s nucleus and Nick Lewert (drums, piano, backing vocals) and Natalie […]

GARY NUMAN shares new video for 'Saints & Liars'
New Music

GARY NUMAN shares new video for ‘Saints & Liars’

April 8, 2021 XS Noize

From the title track to the current single ‘Saints And Liars’, Gary Numan’s upcoming album ‘Intruder’ (out May 21st) is building intrigue and mystique in equal measure. Four decades into the synth-pop pioneers hugely influential […]

WILD YOUTH announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday March 5th 2022 2
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WILD YOUTH announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday March 5th 2022

April 8, 2021 XS Noize

Irish pop connoisseurs Wild Youth are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, March 05th 2022. The four-piece recently released their much-anticipated sophomore EP Forever Girl. Tickets on sale Friday, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Thee More Shallows - Drinking Tang
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TRACK PREMIERE: Thee More Shallows – Drinking Tang

April 8, 2021 XS Noize

Today we are premiering the second single to come from the return album from the US outfit Thee More Shallows. Listen to ‘Drinking Tang’ exclusively here with XS Noize, before its release tomorrow, 9th April. […]

U2 announce 'Fire' 40th anniversary release for record store day 1
New Music

U2 announce ‘Fire’ 40th anniversary release for record store day

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

U2 today announce the 40th-anniversary vinyl release of Fire, a newly remastered picture disc edition to celebrate Record Store Day on Saturday 12th June 2021. Recorded in spring 1981 during a break on the Boy […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Raf Rundell - O.M. Days
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Raf Rundell – O.M. Days

April 7, 2021 Lee Campbell

Londoner Raf Rundell’s colourful, musical optimism cleverly fuses funk, indie-pop, soul and electronica in his latest project. Looking at the cover of his second solo LP – O.M. Days – it is unusual and intriguing. […]

Conchúr White announces new EP 'Dreamers' & shares new single 'Go Easy'
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Conchúr White announces new EP ‘Dreamers’ & shares new single ‘Go Easy’

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

Northern Irish artist Conchúr White has announced the release of his second EP ‘Dreamers’, and is today sharing one of the tracks “Go Easy”. The new single and EP follow hot on the heels of […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY announces 'Crooked Machine' remix album & shares new single 'Assimilation' 1
New Music

RÓISÍN MURPHY announces ‘Crooked Machine’ remix album & shares new single ‘Assimilation’

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

Today Róisín Murphy announces “Crooked Machine”, a reinterpretation of 2020s hugely successful and critically acclaimed LP “Róisín Machine”, by producer Crooked Man aka DJ Parrot. If “Róisín Machine” was the big night out… this is […]

Curtis Walsh and Anna Pancaldi
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PREMIERE: Curtis Walsh, Anna Pancaldi and Brad Mair discuss “How they made” – “Bend”

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

After unveiling their beautifully rich single ‘Bend’ in February this year, fast-rising artists Curtis Walsh and Anna Pancaldi and producer Brad Mair discuss how they made their exquisite new single ‘Bend’. “I am yet to […]

EP REVIEW: Daniel Blake – Jakarta
Album Reviews

EP REVIEW: Daniel Blake – Jakarta

April 7, 2021 Randall Radic

A few days ago, Los Angeles-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Daniel Blake released a new EP, Jakarta, five tracks revolving around the heartbreak concept. Gorgeously wrought, Jakarta includes the musical gifts of Bill Lefler (drums, piano, synth), […]

DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show! 1
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DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show!

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

Following a number of sold-out appearances across Northern Ireland in recent years, British DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show! He’s joined by longstanding Shine favourite, the techno kingpin and Berghain Berlin resident […]

RADIOHEAD announces a new series of archival live shows
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RADIOHEAD announces a new series of archival live shows

April 6, 2021 XS Noize

Radiohead announces a new series of archival live shows to be streamed from the Radiohead Public Library vaults. Each edition will premiere on Radiohead’s YouTube channel Fridays at 8 pm BST for seven weeks beginning […]

GUNS N’ ROSES Summer tour dates rescheduled to 2022 2
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GUNS N’ ROSES Summer tour dates rescheduled to 2022

April 6, 2021 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses’ 2021 U.K. summer tour dates have now been rescheduled to 2022. Performances on Friday 18 June and Saturday 19 June will now take place on Friday 1 June and Saturday 2 June […]

BROKEN FIRES return with new single 'Dreamer' - Listen Now!
New Music

BROKEN FIRES return with new single ‘Dreamer’ – Listen Now!

April 6, 2021 XS Noize

Back in business – BROKEN FIRES – will return with their first new music in over 5 years: “Dreamer”. Released today (6th April), you can stream the track here! A brand new track with all […]

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