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        • Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

          Picture This
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          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
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          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          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 […]

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Hard-Fi celebrate the 20th anniversary of their landmark debut ‘Stars Of CCTV’ with a limited edition LP and CD, available July 4th

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

British four-piece Hard-Fi mark the 20th anniversary of their era-defining debut album, Stars Of CCTV, with a limited edition yellow gatefold 2-LP vinyl and 2-CD release—out 4th July. This collection celebrates the record that transformed four working-class […]

Culture Wars
News

Culture Wars pen angry letter on Rock N’ Roll belter ‘Typical Ways’

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Austin-based band Culture Wars have shared their shout-from-the-rooftops single “Typical Ways,” available to stream now on all DSPs worldwide. Vocalist Alex Dugan wrote the song as an angry letter to himself – its explosive, belt-worthy […]

Magnetic Skies
Video Premiere

Magnetic Skies soar again with new synth-laden anthem ‘A Place on Earth

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Leaning into their signature synth-laden sound, Magnetic Skies release their first new music of 2025 with the gargantuan single ‘A Place on Earth,’ out now. Classic yet delightfully futuristic all at once, the music of Magnetic […]

Public Enemy
News

Public Enemy to Play Exclusive One-Off UK Show at Royal Albert Hall – June 27, 2025

April 3, 2025 XS Noize

Iconic hip-hop legends Public Enemy announce a once-in-a-lifetime evening at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on June 27th, 2025. This historic event for British fans will mark their first UK performance in almost a decade. […]

Oasis
Gigs

How much could Oasis earn from their 2025 tour? 

April 2, 2025 XS Noize

From their emergence in 1991 to their breakup in 2009, Oasis dominated the UK’s music scene. According to Guinness World Records, they were the most successful UK musical act between 1995 and 2005, having sold […]

Wet Leg
News

Wet Leg announce second album ‘moisturizer’ & unveil new single ‘catch these fists’

April 2, 2025 XS Noize

Wet Leg – the Isle of Wight five-piece founded by Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers – have announced their eagerly anticipated second album moisturizer will be released on July 11th. Joined by Ellis Durand (bass), […]

John Lydon
Podcast

John Lydon Talks Sex Pistols, Public Image Ltd (PiL), and Life Uncensored | The XS Noize Podcast #221

April 2, 2025 XS Noize

In this explosive new episode of The XS Noize Music Podcast, host Mark Millar welcomes back punk rock legend John Lydon — best known as Johnny Rotten, frontman of the iconic Sex Pistols and founder […]

Wallows
News

Wallows Bring ‘Model & More Tour’ to Belfast’s Custom House Square on August 18th

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

US rock band Wallows are bringing their Model & More Tour to Belfast’s Custom House Square on Monday 18th August 2025. Wallows (composed of Dylan Minnette, Braeden Lemasters, and Cole Preston) returned in 2024 with […]

Brian Jonestown Massacre
News

Brian Jonestown Massacre Drop New 10″ Red Vinyl Single ‘Makes Me Great Again / Out Of Body’ – Out April 25

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

THE BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE will release ‘Makes Me Great / Out Of Body’ on red transparent 10” vinyl on the 25th of April on Anton Newcombe’s record label A Recordings. Following a hugely successful UK […]

John Grant
News

John Grant to Perform at Belfast’s Mandela Hall on Friday, October 3, 2025

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

A Top 10 UK chart entry for his 2021 album Boy From Michigan followed by some of the very best reviews of his career for 2024’s The Art Of The Lie confirm that John Grant […]

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
News

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Announce Unique Rave-Orchestra EU/UK Tour for Late 2025

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

A dual-headed tour that effortlessly skips between rave sets and shows accompanied by some of Europe’s most acclaimed orchestras and sinfonias? There’s possibly only one band in the world capable of pulling that off, and […]

CALIFORNIA IRISH
News

Belfast Band CALIFORNIA IRISH, Featuring Cormac Neeson, Releases Debut Single ‘Big Questions’ – Out Now!

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

CALIFORNIA IRISH is the new band featuring The Answer’s Cormac Neeson. The band tips its hat to the wonderfully melodic and free-spirited sound of 60s America, a sound that reaches back into a gentler, more […]

The Who Rock the Royal Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust’s 25th Anniversary Credit: John Stead
Live Reviews

The Who Rock the Royal Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust’s 25th Anniversary

March 28, 2025 Michael Barron

On the opening night celebrating 25 years of concerts in support of Teenage Cancer Trust, the Royal Albert Hall witnessed the powerful impact of this unique charity. Through its specialist care in tailored environments, young […]

Tide Lines
News

Tide Lines Unveil New Single ‘Better Days’ from Upcoming Album ‘Glasgow Love Story’

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

Tide Lines are making a bigger impact than ever before as they build towards the April 25th release of their highly anticipated new album ‘Glasgow Love Story’. Their recent double A-side single ‘By The Quayside’ […]

my bloody valentine
Gigs

my bloody valentine announce first UK headline tour in over a decade

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

My Bloody Valentine announce their long-awaited return to the UK with three headline shows this November, following the instantaneous sell-out of their Dublin 3Arena concert. The tour kicks off in Manchester, followed by a show […]

B-Movie
News

B-Movie Unearth Long-Lost 1982 Album ‘Hidden Treasures’ After Four Decades in the Vaults

March 28, 2025 XS Noize

In May 1981 B-Movie and Soft Cell went into Advision Studios in London with the same producer, Mike Thorne (Wire, Bronski Beat, China Crisis, The Communards) to record singles for the label they were both […]

Sabrina Carpenter
Features

Six of Sabrina Carpenter’s biggest hits

March 27, 2025 XS Noize

Grammy Award-winning artist Sabrina Carpenter has remarkably cemented her place in the pop music scene. Originally from Pennsylvania, Carpenter shot to fame during her early years as a Disney star. She quickly gained recognition after […]

Bailey Spinn
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Bailey Spinn on Her Debut Album ‘Loser’

March 27, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

The year 2025 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Bailey Spinn. Embracing her edgy pop-punk stardom, she has amassed millions of fans and followers across social media. Her latest single, Cheap Motel, […]

Scratch My Progress
News

Oh Yeah Music Centre Releases ‘Scratch My Progress’ EP, Showcasing Rising Irish Talent

March 27, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast music hub, the Oh Yeah Music Centre, announces the release of this year’s showcase EP from its annual talent development programme – Scratch My Progress. The release features brand new tracks from five of […]

Consolers
News

Alt-rock five-piece Consolers unleash powerful debut single ‘Inhale’

March 27, 2025 XS Noize

“Inhale” is the debut single from alt-rock five-piece Consolers—a high-energy rocker packed with infectious vocal hooks and melodic guitar lines. It’s a bold introduction to a band with big ambitions. Now available to stream, “Inhale” […]

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