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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 […]

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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
          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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Irelands Rising Star LYRA Announces Headline Belfast Show
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Irelands Rising Star LYRA Announces Headline Belfast Show

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Following her Custom House Square Jess Glynne support in 2019, Ireland’s rising star, Lyra is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Oh Yeah Centre on Saturday, April 18th 2020. Having just performed […]

ULTRAÍSTA share ‘Anybody’ from their first new album in eight years
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ULTRAÍSTA share ‘Anybody’ from their first new album in eight years

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Ultraísta have shared a new track from their first new album in eight years – ‘Sister’ – out March 13th on Partisan Records. “Anybody” weaves an orchestra through the band’s sophisticated, enthralling, electronic pop sound, […]

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad' 1
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THE TWANG Announce acoustic tour for 2020

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

Refreshed from a mammoth UK tour with Shed Seven and following the success ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad!’ the latest long-player, The Twang are venturing out across the country yet again for these special shows. […]

SLEEPER & THE BLUETONES Announce Co-Headline 2020 Tour
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SLEEPER & THE BLUETONES Announce Co-Headline 2020 Tour

February 12, 2020 XS Noize

90’s Britpop legends Sleeper and The Bluetones head out on a co-headlining tour in August/September 2020. They will take turns to headline, with an evening filled with classic indie-pop smashes. Both bands will be playing […]

CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ - Watch Now 1
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CIRCA WAVES Unveil Video For ‘Sad Happy’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Circa Waves today unveil the video for ‘Sad Happy’, the eponymous first single from the ‘Sad’ side of their album forthcoming album ‘Sad Happy’ (released on 13th March). A banging, soulful track that drives along […]

Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” 1
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Keyboard Legend RICK WAKEMAN & THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet”

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble Return To Prog On New Album “The Red Planet” Keyboard Legend Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble will be releasing “The Red Planet” on April […]

Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album 'Rock, Drop & Roll'
New Music

Belfast-based rockers MASK release belting new live album ‘Rock, Drop & Roll’

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast-based rockers MASK are back, firing on all cylinders with a belting new live album in tow. Fuelled by ferocious guitar sounds and infectious sing-alongs, the band (fronted by songsmith ‘H’) performed to an audience […]

Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February 2
New Music

Indie singer/songwriter MARK HEGAN releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Indie singer/songwriter from Bangor, County Down Mark Hegan releases his new single ‘Love, Wait for Me’ on 13th February. The song was mastered by Rocky O’Reilly at Start Together Studios, Belfast. Mark has garnered industry […]

Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 1
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Dublin alternative rock band FANGCLUB announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Dublin alternative rock band, Fangclub are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 21st March 2020. The band released their new album ‘Vulture Culture’ in July of last year. Fangclub spent […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE celebrates the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill with acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
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ALANIS MORISSETTE celebrates the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill with acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette announced a very special intimate and acoustic show at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Jagged Little Pill. Since 1995, Alanis Morissette has been […]

BRIAN FALLON reveals new music video for '21 Days' - Watch Now
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BRIAN FALLON reveals new music video for ’21 Days’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Brian Fallon has revealed the official video for his acclaimed new single, “21 Days.” Directed by New Jersey-based filmmaker/photographer Kelsey Hunter Ayres. “21 Days” heralds Fallon’s eagerly awaited new album, LOCAL HONEY, due Friday, March […]

ASH share brand-new video for 'Girl From Mars' - Watch Now
Gigs

ASH share brand-new video for ‘Girl From Mars’ – Watch Now

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Having announced the career-spanning Teenage Wildlife: 25 Years Of Ash – released this coming Friday, February 14th – ASH is today sharing a brand-new video for Girl From Mars. Originally taken from the band’s breakthrough […]

NEW MODEL ARMY announce 40th Anniversary Shows
Gigs

NEW MODEL ARMY announce 40th Anniversary Shows

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

In celebration of their 40th year in music, New Model Army have announced shows at London’s Roundhouse on Saturday 28 November 2020 and Nottingham’s Rock City on 7 November 2020, playing a special three-hour set […]

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces an extra date at the Millennium Forum on Saturday 9th May

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

Music legend Sir Van Morrison has announced an extra date at the Millennium Forum on Saturday 9th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival. The multi-award-winning singer, composer and performer will be […]

ENTER SHIKARI announce new album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April 1
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ENTER SHIKARI announce new album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April

February 11, 2020 XS Noize

It was all leading to this. The definitive Enter Shikari album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’, released 17 April 2020 through So Recordings. First single ‘{ The Dreamers Hotel }’ premiered as Annie […]

Manchester’s PUPPET THEORY share video for new single 'Modern Boys'
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Manchester’s PUPPET THEORY share video for new single ‘Modern Boys’

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester-based indie rock band Puppet Theory are made up of their Liverpudlian frontman Chris Pickering (vocals and guitar), Johnny Hearldon (lead guitar), Niall Musa (bass and backing vocals) and Paul Gallacher (drums). Drawing influences from […]

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March
Gigs

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Glasgow five-piece BABY CHAOS return with a buzz, a bang and a battalion of hooks on their new album, APE CONFRONTS COSMOS, released on 6 March on CD, download and limited edition red vinyl.  With […]

FISHER returns to Belfast with his Biggest NI show to date at Custom House Square on Friday 21st August 1
Gigs

FISHER returns to Belfast with his Biggest NI show to date at Custom House Square on Friday 21st August

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT show at the Telegraph Building in 2019, Fisher is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with his Biggest NI show to date at Custom House Square on Friday 21st August […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE add additional shows to 2020 Tour Dates
Gigs

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE add additional shows to 2020 Tour Dates

February 10, 2020 XS Noize

Due to demand Ocean Colour Scene are adding some additional shows to the 2020 Tour Dates. Birmingham O2 Academy on 11th December is SOLD OUT so they will also be coming back to Birmingham for […]

ALBUM REVIEW: ERASURE - 'Chorus' Remastered & Expanded Edition
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: ERASURE – ‘Chorus’ Remastered & Expanded Edition

February 10, 2020 Chris Snoddon

Back in the late ’80s, early 90’s Erasure were riding high as synth-pop royalty having released consecutive albums from 1986 through to 1989 and embarking on a mammoth World tour supporting their Wild album. They […]

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