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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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
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          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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          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
        • 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 […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
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          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 […]

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DIET CIG Announce new album 'Do You Wonder About Me?' out May 1st 1
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DIET CIG Announce new album ‘Do You Wonder About Me?’ out May 1st

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

They’ve been compared to tornadoes, firecrackers, and lightning storms, and described as genuine, unapologetic, and down-to-earth. And today Alex Luciano and Noah Bowman of gutsy rock duo Diet Cig are excited to announce the forthcoming […]

WATCH: TAME IMPALA Perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
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WATCH: TAME IMPALA Perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Slow Rush, Kevin Parker’s fourth album as Tame Impala was released last month to widespread acclaim. Parker scored his second #1 in Australia, his highest-selling album to date in the U.S. and U.K and […]

TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album 'Satisfying The Ritual' - out 20th March 1
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TWISTED WHEEL Announce third album ‘Satisfying The Ritual’ – out 20th March

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

The third album from Twisted Wheel represents the evolution of a band that have well and truly taken the shackles off and headed into an uncompromising wave of style matched with eclectic substance. It’s a […]

CATHOLIC ACTION share new track 'Yr Old Dad' - Listen Now 2
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CATHOLIC ACTION share new track ‘Yr Old Dad’ – Listen Now

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

Catholic Action are today sharing a brand-new track, “Yr Old Dad”, from their fast-approaching new album “Celebrated by Strangers.” Where previous singles “One of Us” and “People Don’t Protest Enough” were pointedly political – and […]

MARSICANS release video for new single 'Juliet' - Watch Now
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MARSICANS release video for new single ‘Juliet’ – Watch Now

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

Having last week made a triple whammy of announcements; releasing their brand new single – the bombastic ‘ Juliet’, announcing debut album ‘Ursa Major’ (out May 22nd through Killing Moon Records) and a run of […]

LUKAS NELSON & PROMISE OF THE REAL Announce Belfast Limelight show on Thursday 25th June 2020
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LUKAS NELSON & PROMISE OF THE REAL Announce Belfast Limelight show on Thursday 25th June 2020

March 3, 2020 XS Noize

American country rock group, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 25th June 2020. The band recently announced the release of […]

SQUAREPUSHER announces ‘Lamental’ EP
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SQUAREPUSHER announces ‘Lamental’ EP

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Following widespread acclaim for his recent album Be Up A Hello, on April 10th Squarepusher (Tom Jenkinson) will be opening a new chapter to this musical journey with the Lamental EP release and will also […]

IGGY POP unveils new video for 'We Are The People' - Watch Now
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IGGY POP unveils new video for ‘We Are The People’ – Watch Now

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Iggy Pop has unveiled a striking and spare new video for “We Are The People,” from his critically lauded album FREE (Loma Vista Recordings). In the wake of last week’s live rendition of the song […]

The pride of Camden Town MADNESS add L.A. Show to U.S. Tour
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The pride of Camden Town MADNESS add L.A. Show to U.S. Tour

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

The pride of Camden Town will return to Southern California for the first time since Coachella 2012, when Madness overtakes the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on May 24 for a one-night-only ska/bluebeat hit parade […]

THE LEMON TWIGS Announce Third Album 'Songs For The General Public' Out 1 May 2020 1
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THE LEMON TWIGS Announce Third Album ‘Songs For The General Public’ Out 1 May 2020

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

The D’Addario brothers will return this Spring with a new Lemon Twigs album, Songs For The General Public. Their third studio release was written, recorded and produced by Brian and Michael D’Addario at their Long […]

DAMIEN JURADO Announces new album 'What's New, Tomboy?' - out 1st May 2
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DAMIEN JURADO Announces new album ‘What’s New, Tomboy?’ – out 1st May

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Artist and songwriter DAMIEN JURADO is in the midst of a creative flow that seems unstoppable, as he quickly follows up his 2019 Loose debut with the announcement of What’s New, Tomboy? – out 1st […]

KINGS OF LEON return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS ARENA on 1st July 2020
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KINGS OF LEON return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS ARENA on 1st July 2020

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Kings of Leon return to Dublin for an exclusive performance at RDS Arena on 1st July 2020, subject to licence. This will be their first Irish show in three years. Their 7th album WALLS was […]

KING CHARLES releases new single ‘FREAK’ ahead of new album ‘OUT OF MY MIND’ 1
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KING CHARLES releases new single ‘FREAK’ ahead of new album ‘OUT OF MY MIND’

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

King Charles releases new single ‘Freak.’ It has a woozy neo-soul vibe, possessed by a far darker undercurrent… “It’s reflective of my mood and where I was…I was trying to understand what is it to […]

AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR announce OK? A music and arts festival in support of mental health awareness & suicide prevention 2
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AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR announce OK? A music and arts festival in support of mental health awareness & suicide prevention

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

A group of friends and colleagues across the local creative scene today announce a concert event at The Telegraph Building on Royal Avenue, Belfast, to raise funds for mental health and suicide awareness charities. It […]

THE JADED HEARTS CLUB release debut track 'Nobody But Me' with Miles Kane on vocals
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THE JADED HEARTS CLUB release debut track ‘Nobody But Me’ with Miles Kane on vocals

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

The Jaded Hearts Club are a new band featuring frontmen Miles Kane (The Last Shadow Puppets) and Nic Cester(Jet), guitarists Graham Coxon (Blur) and Jamie Davis, plus Matt Bellamy (Muse) on bass and drummer Sean […]

RICKY GERVAIS brings his newest live show ‘SuperNature’ to 3Arena, Dublin on Friday 29 May 2020 1
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RICKY GERVAIS brings his newest live show ‘SuperNature’ to 3Arena, Dublin on Friday 29 May 2020

March 2, 2020 XS Noize

Ricky Gervais will bring his newest live show ‘SuperNature’ to 3Arena, Dublin on Friday 29 May 2020 as part of his international tour. Tickets priced from €44.50 including booking and facility fee go on sale […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Porridge Radio – Every Bad
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ALBUM REVIEW: Porridge Radio – Every Bad

March 1, 2020 David Ham

Formed in Brighton in 2015, Porridge Radio are a New Wave, Post Punk, Alternative Pop quartet, fronted by lead vocalist and guitarist Dana Margolin. The punk DIY ethos burns fiercely bright in Porridge Radio. A […]

EDITORS unveil stunning video for 'Upside Down' - Watch Now
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LIVE REVIEW: Editors at Wembley Arena, London

March 1, 2020 Michael Barron

You know a band has made it when following the release of six LP’s and a greatest hits album they can embark upon a series of arena dates. Like their debut album The Back Room, […]

GUISE release video for 'BROTHER IN ARMS'
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GUISE release video for ‘BROTHER IN ARMS’

February 28, 2020 Conor Kinahan

With the release of their first EP in 5 years just around the corner, GUISE, are pleased to present the next of its featured tracks: ‘Brother In Arms’. The spidey-senses of Dire Straits fans out […]

REEVAH releases New Single 'WEIGHT OF THE WORLD'
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REEVAH releases New Single ‘WEIGHT OF THE WORLD’

February 28, 2020 Conor Kinahan

Derry based Indie-folk artist Reevah is pleased to share her new, powerful single, Weight of the world. Tipped as ‘Hot for 2020‘ by Hotpress Magazine, Reevah is already in the midst of her busiest year […]

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