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        • Robbie Williams
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          Robbie Williams ‘Performs’ on Iconic ’90s Show The Word in New ‘Pretty Face’ Video

          November 6, 2025

          Robbie Williams has today (6th Nov) released the video for his track ‘Pretty Face’. Inspired by the groundbreaking 90s show ‘The Word’, the film is directed by Charlie Lightening and sees Robbie in his trademark […]

          CABARET VOLTAIRE
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          Cabaret Voltaire Announce Limelight, Belfast Show – October 8th 2026

          November 5, 2025

          Marking 50 years since the live launch of one of Britain’s most influential electronic bands, Cabaret Voltaire announce a headline Limelight, Belfast show for Thursday 8th October 2026. Talking about the newly announced dates, Stephen Mallinder, says: “What a wonderful opportunity to […]

          ROSE BETTS
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          Viral Singer-Songwriter Rose Betts Announces Irish Eyes Tour — Belfast Limelight 2 Show Set for January 22, 2026

          November 5, 2025

          Rose Betts is an English singer-songwriter. She came to attention with viral TikTok hits “Driving Myself Home” in 2022, and “Irish Eyes” in 2023. In 2021, she produced and performed a cover of Tim Buckley’s “Song to […]

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          Swim School
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Swim School – Swim School

          November 4, 2025

          Swim School have delivered a super cool debut album that manages to combine a classic indie feel with a modern edge. Filled with powerful riffs, enchanting melodies and runaway choruses, “This Is The Debut Album” […]

          The Dears – Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dears – Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful!

          November 4, 2025

          The title of Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! Life Is Beautiful! wasn’t born from looking ahead but from looking back. During The Dears’ 20th anniversary tour of No Cities Left, frontman Murray Lightburn was […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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: Gogol Bordello – Rock City, Nottingham – October 30th Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Gogol Bordello Ignite Rock City with Their Signature ‘Gypsy Punk’ Fury

          November 3, 2025

          On October 30th, the unstoppable Gogol Bordello stormed into Rock City and tore the place apart in the best possible way. From the moment they hit the stage, it was clear the crowd was in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Coheed and Cambria Illuminate Nottingham’s Rock City with Progressive Power

          October 27, 2025

          An exceptional night of musicianship and energy unfolded as Coheed and Cambria brought their spellbinding brand of progressive metal to Nottingham’s Rock City on October 22nd. From the very first notes, the band drenched the […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

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        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
          Gigs

          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

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        • :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

          Fabrizio Cammarata
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Fabrizio Cammarata on Solitude, Connection, and the Inner Worlds of His New Album “Insularities”

          October 10, 2025

          Sicilian singer-songwriter Fabrizio Cammarata has returned with Insularities — a quietly profound exploration of connection, isolation, transformation, and memory. The record invites listeners into a space between light and shadow, where grief and love share […]

          Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

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        • Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256
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          Mani on The Stone Roses, Primal Scream & the Resurrection | XS Noize Podcast #256

          November 2, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mani — legendary bassist of The Stone Roses and Primal Scream, and one of the most influential figures in British rock history. […]

          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255
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          Moya Brennan on the Echo of ‘Macalla’ — 40 Years of Clannad’s Timeless Legacy | XS Noize Podcast #255

          October 28, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Moya Brennan — the unmistakable voice of Clannad, often hailed as the First Lady of Celtic Music. This year marks the 40th […]

          Glen Matlock
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          Glen Matlock on Reclaiming His Story in ‘I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol’ | XS Noize Podcast #254

          October 26, 2025

          In this episode, #254 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by a true architect of punk — Glen Matlock, the original bassist and founding spark of The Sex Pistols. Glen co-wrote ten […]

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DOVES
News

Doves unveil new track “Saint Teresa” from their highly anticipated album “Constellations For The Lonely”

February 10, 2025 XS Noize

DOVES prove themselves worth waiting for as the short delay in releasing their upcoming album, Constellations For The Lonely, provides opportunity to trail an extra song from the 10-strong track listing. The three-piece have shared […]

Sabrina Carpenter
Gigs

From Disney Star to Pop Sensation: The Evolution of Sabrina Carpenter

February 10, 2025 XS Noize

Multi-award-winning singer Sabrina Carpenter has enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame since breaking into the limelight as a Disney star. From supporting Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift on tour to securing the lead role in […]

Imagine Dragons
Gigs

EVOLUTION OF IMAGINE DRAGONS TOUR: A LOOK AT THEIR TOURS OVER THE YEARS

February 8, 2025 XS Noize

The fire-breathers from Las Vegas roared into the mainstream consciousness in 2012.  Since then, they have evolved significantly over the years, from performing in small clubs and bars to headlining sold-out shows in major cities […]

Sarah Klang
News

Sarah Klang releases her anticipated full-length album ‘Beautiful Woman’

February 7, 2025 XS Noize

Today, Sarah Klang releases her anticipated full-length album, Beautiful Woman. Produced by Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats, Bonny Light Horseman), Beautiful Woman sees Sarah use her own lived experiences to unpack the very essence of […]

Razorlight
News

Razorlight announce details of a major UK headline tour

February 7, 2025 XS Noize

After making an inspired return last year with the critically acclaimed ‘Planet Nowhere’ album, the resurgence of Razorlight continues with details of a major UK headline tour. This represents their first full scale tour since […]

The Waterboys
News

The Waterboys release new single ‘Andy (A Guy Like You)’

February 7, 2025 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of their new album LIFE, DEATH AND DENNIS HOPPER, out 4 April on Sun Records, THE WATERBOYS now release the record’s second taste with beautiful new single ‘ANDY (A GUY LIKE […]

Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants
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Oasis announce the 25th anniversary reissue of their fourth studio album ‘Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants’

February 7, 2025 XS Noize

Oasis today announce the 25th anniversary reissue of their fourth studio album, Standing On The Shoulder Of Giants – available on limited edition vinyl including silver LP and official store exclusive blue and purple marble […]

Oasis
News

Oasis release ‘Time Flies…1994-2009’ for Record Store Day 2025

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

‘Time Flies’ is the complete singles collection celebrating the work of Oasis from start to finish. Released on Big Brother Recordings, the tracklisting spans fifteen years across a staggering seven consecutive number-one albums. 1994’s ‘Definitely […]

Passengers
News

Passengers’ Original Soundtracks 1 (30th Anniversary Edition) Set for Exclusive Record Store Day Release on 2LP Recycled Black Vinyl

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

Island Records and UMR today announce the release of Original Soundtracks 1 (30th Anniversary Edition) by Passengers, pressed on 2LP recycled black vinyl exclusively for Record Store Day, 12th April 2025. ‘Original Soundtracks 1’, the studio album by Brian Eno […]

Marc Kinchen
Gigs

MK (Marc Kinchen) returns to Belfast at The Telegraph Building on 15th February

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

Following his SOLD-OUT Belsonic show, one of dance music’s first superstars, Detroit native MK (real name Marc Kinchen), is pleased to announce a return to Belfast at The Telegraph Building on 15th February 2025. MK […]

STEREOPHONICS
News

Stereophonics share the music video for their latest single ‘There’s Always Gonna Be Something’

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

Today, the legendary Stereophonics share the music video for their latest single ‘There’s Always Gonna Be Something’, the first instalment from their forthcoming album ‘Make ‘em Laugh, Make ‘em Cry, Make ‘em Wait.’ Due for […]

The Wood Burning Savages
News

The Wood Burning Savages gear up for the release of ‘Hand To Mouth’ with their expansive new single ‘Record of Achievement’

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

Incendiary Derry quartet The Wood Burning Savages cue up the release of the new album ‘Hand To Mouth’ with the expansive new single ‘Record Of Achievement’. A raucous anthem of inner turmoil. Life chewing you […]

BILLIE EILISH announces Belfast & Dublin shows on the first leg of her Happier Than Ever, The World Tour 1
Gigs

6 Things that happen at a Billie Eilish concert

February 6, 2025 XS Noize

Back in 2017, Billie Eilish emerged as a bold new voice in music, captivating audiences with her haunting vocals, sharp lyrics, and distinct personal style. Her streetwear-inspired fashion—characterised by neon tones, oversized silhouettes, monograms, and […]

Bob Mould
News

Bob Mould shares new single ‘Neanderthal’ from new album ‘Here We Go Crazy’

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

Bob Mould has shared the latest single from his upcoming new album, ‘Neanderthal.’ Mould’s 15th solo album and first full-length studio album in more than four years, Here We Go Crazy, arrives on March 7th.  […]

The K’s
Gigs

THE K’S – Return with Explosive New Single “Breakdown In My Bedroom” & Announce New Album ‘Pretty On The Internet’

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

With sold-out headline tours, various main stage festival shows and a #3 Official Charts Album, The K’s swiftly became one of the most exciting and successful new British bands of last year. Their album, ‘I […]

Van Morrison
News

Van Morrison announces a third and final show at Whitla Hall, Belfast

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces a third and final show at Whitla Hall, Belfast on Sunday 23rd February due to phenomenal demand, this is in addition to a very special run of shows including the Sold Out […]

The Slow Readers Club
News

Slow Readers Club unveil captivating new single “Boy So Blue”

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

Insistent, pulsing electro-pop and yearning, literary indie blend and bleed into one as Manchester’s emotive and adventurous songsmiths, The Slow Readers Club release their stunning, statement single, “Boy So Blue” – OUT NOW. Energetic, cautionary, […]

everyone says hi
Podcast

From Kaiser Chiefs to Everyone Says Hi: Nick Hodgson Opens Up About His New Band

February 5, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #212 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with ex-Kaiser Chiefs drummer and songwriter Nick Hodgson about the debut album from his new band, Everyone Says Hi. Marking an exciting new […]

Chesney Hawkes
News

Chesney Hawkes unveils new single “Loud” ahead of upcoming album “Living Arrows”

February 4, 2025 XS Noize

Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistible mega-hit ‘The One and Only’. But sometimes lightning strikes twice to provide an unexpected second chance, which Chesney has enjoyed […]

Electric Six
Gigs

Electric Six announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

February 4, 2025 XS Noize

Electric Six returns to the UK in November and December for the 22nd straight year…. and you are just as excited as you were the first time they arrived off the aeroplane from America. America […]

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