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        • Jack White
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          Jack White announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour with Belfast Telegraph Building date

          April 9, 2026

          Jack White has today announced plans for a wide-ranging 2026 headline tour. White and his band will also cross the Atlantic for a series of shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, including a night […]

          Nerina Pallot
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          Nerina Pallot announces Royal Albert Hall show and first ‘Best Of’ album

          April 9, 2026

          The BRIT and Ivor Novello nominee Nerina Pallot is in the midst of an organic resurgence. Building a powerful personal connection directly with fans led to her selling out the London Palladium in 2024 – […]

          Babyshambles
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          Babyshambles bring the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ to Belfast’s Limelight

          April 9, 2026

          After eleven long years Babyshambles returned to the stage for the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ at the end of 2025. The tour coincided with the 20th anniversary release of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down […]

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          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 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

        • 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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          Jordan Anthony on “Lost In LA”, Finding His Voice in LA & Dream Tour Plans

          February 10, 2026

          He may only be 20, but Perth-born, LA-based artist Jordan Anthony already has more experience within the music industry than many might expect. He was writing songs and playing instruments before he hit double digits, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: TAVE Talks ‘Fly Away,’ Self-Discovery, and the Art of Letting Go

          November 11, 2025

          Rising artist TAVE has had an extraordinary journey — from earning a scholarship at just 13 and performing with some of music’s biggest names to now stepping into the spotlight with his deeply personal debut […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

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HOWIE PAYNE releases new single ‘Faster Than Light’ from ‘In Dreams’ EP - out now
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HOWIE PAYNE releases new single ‘Faster Than Light’ from ‘In Dreams’ EP – out now

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Howie Payne today releases a stomping new single ‘Faster Than Light’, which arrives alongside his brand new EP, ‘In Dreams’ (out now). The ‘In Dreams’ EP – which draws together ‘Faster Than Light’ alongside previous […]

DMA'S release Willaris. K remix of track 'Life Is A Game Of Changing' & re-schedules handful of UK dates for October
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DMA’S release Willaris. K remix of track ‘Life Is A Game Of Changing’ & re-schedules handful of UK dates for October

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S have today released a new Willaris. K remix of single ‘Life Is A Game Of Changing’ from their forthcoming album ‘THE GLOW’, due for release on 10th July. Last month DMA’S live-streamed their entire […]

Northern Irish Musicians Collaborate for Covid-19 Fundraiser
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Northern Irish Musicians Collaborate for Covid-19 Fundraiser

May 15, 2020 Daniel Lynch

More than fifty Northern Irish musicians have collaborated to create an album of acoustic tracks which will raise funds for Help Musicians NI. Organised by Caitlin Palmer of No Matter, the 51 track album is […]

KATY PERRY launches new album with new track 'Daisies' - Watch Video 2
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KATY PERRY launches new album with new track ‘Daisies’ – Watch Video

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Katy Perry released her new single “Daisies,” an exhilarating celebration of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of cynicism and adversity. The anthemic song is a call to remain true to […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB cover John Lennon’s ‘Isolation’ to raise funds for Extern, Ireland's leading social justice charity
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB cover John Lennon’s ‘Isolation’ to raise funds for Extern, Ireland’s leading social justice charity

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have today unveiled their cover of John Lennon’s ‘Isolation’ in an effort to raise funds for Ireland’s leading social justice charity, Extern. As the UK went into enforced lockdown due to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter - Red Letter
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blackout Balter – Red Letter

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Blackout Balter is an electrifying, 5-piece Alternative Rock band from Nashville, Tennessee, USA. Their first EP, Twist And Bend, featured Dave Keuning (The Killers), and received critical acclaim by the famed Consequence of Sound and […]

THE LEVELLERS have shared the brand new track ‘Four Boys Lost’ - Watch Video
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THE LEVELLERS have shared the brand new track ‘Four Boys Lost’ – Watch Video

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

The Levellers have shared the brand new track ‘Four Boys Lost’, which is taken from their forthcoming new studio album Peace, due for release on the 14th August via On The Fiddle Recordings. The track […]

GAVIN JAMES announces his long awaited new single 'Boxes' - Watch Video
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GAVIN JAMES announces his long awaited new single ‘Boxes’ – Watch Video

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Having had over one billion global streams, selling 250,000 tickets worldwide, shows with Niall Horan, Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran and having secured 22 platinum records in 8 different countries, Gavin James shares his new […]

CONOR MARCUS releases new single ‘No More Broken Hearts’ - Listen Now
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CONOR MARCUS releases new single ‘No More Broken Hearts’ – Listen Now

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following the success of his previous single, Conor Marcus is pleased to announce the release of ‘No More Broken Hearts’ today, the follow up to the hugely successful track, ‘Hold Me Close Again’ which received […]

THE CORONAS release new single ‘Lost In The Thick Of It’ a duet with GABRIELLE APLIN - Listen Now
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THE CORONAS release new single ‘Lost In The Thick Of It’ a duet with GABRIELLE APLIN – Listen Now

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

In the midst of a pandemic we all need something to look forward to, so The Coronas’ fans can rejoice as the band are set to release a new single, ‘Lost in The Thick of […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter - Caravella
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TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter – Caravella

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Caravella’ from Vagabond Specter’s upcoming album Bipolar. Vagabond Specter was founded in 2015 and consists of four members. The band has previously released one LP in 2016 and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Scott - Friendly Fire (Acoustic Version)
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Scott – Friendly Fire (Acoustic Version)

May 15, 2020 XS Noize

Jamie Scott’s CV reads like a who’s who of the upper echelons of the music industry. Successful as an artist in his own right as part of Jamie Scott & The Town and Graffiti6, his […]

PEARL JAM shares 'Retrograde' music video - Watch Now
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PEARL JAM shares ‘Retrograde’ music video – Watch Now

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

For the visual, the band teamed up with director Josh Wakely [Beat Bugs, Motown Magic]. The animated clip opens with a lone traveller driving through the rain and descending upon a strip mall. Visiting a […]

Reissue of LONGPIGS 'The Sun Is Often Out' on blue vinyl  - out 5th June 3
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Reissue of LONGPIGS ‘The Sun Is Often Out’ on blue vinyl – out 5th June

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

On 5th June, Demon Music Group will release 180g coloured vinyl reissues of three albums of the Britpop era. Longpigs were an alternative rock band, who came to prominence in the 1990s Britpop scene. They […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Coo - Rosie
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Coo – Rosie

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Based on opposite sides of the North Sea, Matt Arthur (London) and Jara Holdert (Amsterdam) met in a brief moment of serendipity in the summer of 2016 at an open mic in her hometown. The […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Sugarwolf - Changes
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sugarwolf – Changes

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Derry/Belfast based quartet Sugarwolf are no strangers to the DIY graft of the Irish and UK rock scenes – Led by frontwoman Emma Gallagher the band previously secured a reputation as one of Ireland’s most […]

LAURA MARLING Announces Live Streamed Ticketed Show For June
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LAURA MARLING Announces Live Streamed Ticketed Show For June

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Laura Marling is excited to share details of a live-streamed ticketed show at London’s Union Chapel next month. The performance will geo-blocked and beamed live to fans in the UK and Europe. The British musician […]

ROGER O’DONNELL (of The Cure) releases new video for 'December' - Watch Now 1
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ROGER O’DONNELL (of The Cure) releases new video for ‘December’ – Watch Now

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Roger O’Donnell (keyboard player of The Cure) releases the video for ‘December’, taken from his recent solo project ‘2 Ravens’. The release first arrived digitally via 99X/10 Records/Caroline International last month. Vinyl release for […]

AU/RA releases video for new single 'Ideas' - Watch Now
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AU/RA releases video for new single ‘Ideas’ – Watch Now

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Au/Ra has released the video for her recent single Ideas, which was filmed collaboratively with fans during lockdown and is available to watch now. With a video shoot unable to happen due to current events, […]

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING announce 5th album 'Re-Animator' out 21st August - Hear new single ‘Arch Enemy’ 1
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EVERYTHING EVERYTHING announce 5th album ‘Re-Animator’ out 21st August – Hear new single ‘Arch Enemy’

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Everything Everything opened a new chapter in their career with the release of their recent single ‘In Birdsong’. Premiered by Annie Mac at Radio 1 and launched with a striking self-animated visual, ‘In Birdsong’ hit […]

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