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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
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          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
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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 […]

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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 […]

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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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          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
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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
          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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COLD YEARS announce debut album 'Paradise', out 8th May 2
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COLD YEARS announce debut album ‘Paradise’, out 8th May

February 19, 2020 XS Noize

COLD YEARS have today announced release of their debut album, ‘Paradise’, set for release on May 8th through eOne, with new single ‘Night Like This’. It doesn’t come much more grim than life in a […]

Ards International Guitar Festival 2020 Programme Announced
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Ards International Guitar Festival 2020 Programme Announced

February 19, 2020 XS Noize

Ards and North Down Borough Council is pleased to launch the 2020 Ards International Guitar Festival programme. The Festival will take place from 1 – 5 April at various venues around Newtownards. Now in its […]

SPECTOR announce compilation EP 'Non Fiction', released 29th April
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SPECTOR announce compilation EP ‘Non Fiction’, released 29th April

February 19, 2020 XS Noize

Spector are excited to announce Non-Fiction, a new compilation set to be released physically for the first time. Non-Fiction is a compilation of the band’s last three EP’s, released between 2017 and 2019, including the […]

SAM LEE releases the official video for ‘The Garden Of England’ - Watch Now 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Sam Lee at EartH, Hackney, London

February 18, 2020 Michael Barron

As the crowd entered the seven hundred and fifty capacity Evolutionary Arts Hackney venue one could not miss a slogan deliberately laid down on the stage: “No Music On A Dead Planet”. It was clear […]

PURITY RING announce their third album WOMB out April 3rd 1
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PURITY RING announce their third album WOMB out April 3rd

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

After more than five years, Purity Ring have returned to announce their third album. WOMB will be released on April 3rd via 4AD and is entirely written, recorded, produced and mixed by the duo of […]

BRIGHT EYES Announce 2020 World Tour
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BRIGHT EYES Announce 2020 World Tour

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Bright Eyes have shared details of a forthcoming world tour, with an extensive run across North America. Full list of dates below. Tickets on-sale February 21st at 12:00 PM EST. After a 9 year […]

THE LOSING TOUCH announce new single ‘Through the Night’ out 13 March
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THE LOSING TOUCH announce new single ‘Through the Night’ out 13 March

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The Losing Touch had an accomplished debut year in 2019, having played sold-out gigs in Liverpool, Leeds and in their hometown of Barnsley twice. The band released their debut EP, entitled ‘Midnight Again’ on October […]

THE GARDEN announce their fourth studio album 'Kiss My Super Bowl Ring' out March 13
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THE GARDEN announce their fourth studio album ‘Kiss My Super Bowl Ring’ out March 13

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The Garden (Wyatt and Fletcher Shears) have announced their fourth studio album Kiss My Super Bowl Ring due out March 13 via Epitaph. Though primarily self-produced, the album includes tracks co-produced by Dylan Brady, and […]

Electro Funk collective THE WINACHI TRIBE tease upcoming single 'Funky But Chic'
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Electro Funk collective THE WINACHI TRIBE tease upcoming single ‘Funky But Chic’

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

One of the U.K’s most unique bands teams up with one of Italy’s most iconic fashion brands for an exciting collaboration!!! Spring // Summer 2020 will see Electro Funk collective ‘The Winachi Tribe’ embark on […]

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA announce 'TO BELIEVE REMIXES' out 6th March 1
New Music

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA announce ‘TO BELIEVE REMIXES’ out 6th March

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

In celebration of last year’s critically acclaimed album, ‘To Believe’, The Cinematic Orchestra are set to release “To Believe Remixes” digital album on 6th March plus two 12” vinyl releases featuring select remixes due out […]

ARIEL PINK announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives 1
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ARIEL PINK announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Ariel Pink announces the second instalment of Ariel Pink Archives, comprised of The Doldrums, Worn Copy and House Arrest out on 24 April on Mexican Summer. Representing Ariel Pink’s most classic recordings as Ariel Pink’s […]

SIMPLY RED Reveal ‘Tonight (0AM Mix)’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED Reveal ‘Tonight (0AM Mix)’ – Listen Now

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

With a huge Autumn 2020 tour announced, Simply Red today release a new (0AM Mix) of ‘Tonight’. The track is taken from their 12th studio album, ‘Blue Eyed Soul’, which came out last year on […]

THE DAMNED return in 2018 with both new material and an extensive UK tour
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THE DAMNED announce a string of UK headline appearances for May 2020

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

The greatest surviving British punk band THE DAMNED have announced a string of UK headline appearances for May 2020. Special guests for these show are yet to be announced, tickets go on sale this Friday […]

FEET Announce UK Headline Tour Dates for May 2020
Gigs

FEET Announce UK Headline Tour Dates for May 2020

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

Currently, on tour with Inhaler, FEET have announced new headline tour dates across the UK this May. Having been back in the studio earlier this year, the band will preview brand new material across 7 live dates, […]

US country star, SCOTTY MCCREERY announces headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd
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US country star, SCOTTY MCCREERY announces headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd

February 18, 2020 XS Noize

US country star, Scotty McCreery is pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight1 on Friday, May 22nd 2020. Scotty has gained fans around the globe and earned two No. 1 hits in America […]

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast 6
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast

February 18, 2020 Conor Kinahan

The Legendary Supergrass came to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall on Monday night, leaving not a single seat free. Our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night, take a look below.       […]

THE PALE WHITE return with huge new single 'Polaroid'
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THE PALE WHITE return with huge new single ‘Polaroid’

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

The Pale White have returned with huge new single ‘Polaroid.’ ‘The track is the latest surprise release from the Newcastle trio and follows the gargantuan ‘Swim For Your Life’, which dropped around the band’s huge […]

ANNA CALVI shares 'Eden' featuring Charlotte Gainsbourg
Gigs

ANNA CALVI shares ‘Eden’ featuring Charlotte Gainsbourg

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

Anna Calvi announced her new release Hunted last month; set for release on March 6th, Hunted features reworkings of seven tracks from Hunter – Calvi’s Mercury Prize-nominated third album from 2018. Distilling the songs to […]

FOO FIGHTERS Drummer TAYLOR HAWKINS On How He Almost Joined GUNS ‘N ROSES 3
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The GUNS N’ ROSES Tour Just Got Bigger

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

When Guns n’ Roses go on tour, it’s big news. When they eventually get around to releasing their long-promised new album, it will be even bigger news – but we know from past experience not […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’ - Listen Now
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DAPHNE GUINNESS releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’ – Listen Now

February 17, 2020 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness today releases a new single, ‘Hallucinations’, alongside the announcement of her much-anticipated third studio album, ‘Revelations’, due out via Agent Anonyme/Absolute in 2020. Daphne recorded the album at Les Studios Saint Germain, Paris […]

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