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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
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          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
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          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
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          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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IN FOCUS// Frank Turner @ King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow, Scotland 8
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FRANK TURNER’S award-winning Lost Evenings Festival returns for its fourth year

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following last year’s triumphant sold-out event in Boston, USA, Frank Turner’s award-winning Lost Evenings Festival returns for its fourth year, coming this time to Berlin, Germany, taking over the Arena Berlin on 21st – 24th […]

TALK SHOW - Announce debut EP 'These People,' Hear new single 'Banshee'
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TALK SHOW – Announce debut EP ‘These People,’ Hear new single ‘Banshee’

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

A lot can happen in a year. Flashback to the start of 2019 and London 4-piece Talk Show were just beginning to announce themselves as a name to watch with their (now sold-out) debut single […]

JAMES BLUNT - Unveils emotional ‘Monsters’ video - Watch Now
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JAMES BLUNT – Unveils emotional ‘Monsters’ video – Watch Now

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

James Blunt has made one of the most compelling videos of his career for his new song ‘Monsters’, one of the highlights from his acclaimed UK Top 3 album ‘Once Upon A Mind’ – out […]

KODALINE - Share emotional video for new single 'Wherever You Are'
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KODALINE – Share emotional video for new single ‘Wherever You Are’

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of releasing their new single ‘Wherever You Are’ – the first taste of their upcoming fourth album – Kodaline delves further into the song’s emotional impact by sharing its accompanying video. […]

LOVE FAME TRAGEDY - Unveil New Track ‘Riding A Wave’ - Watch Video 1
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LOVE FAME TRAGEDY – Unveil New Track ‘Riding A Wave’ – Watch Video

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

Love Fame Tragedy kick off the new decade in style with the release of latest single ‘Riding A Wave’, out now via Good Soldier Songs/AWAL. The track is the latest offering from The Wombats frontman […]

JAH WOBBLE & YOUTH team up to release a new album ‘Acid Punk Dub Apocalypse’ out  28th of February 2020
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JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART – Announce UK Tour throughout January, February and March 2020

January 15, 2020 XS Noize

Jah Wobble & The Invaders Of The Heart have announced a UK Tour throughout January, February and March 2020. The legendary bass player and his band begin the dates at The Cavern in Liverpool on […]

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool
Gigs

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today announced details of two new album launch shows for this February, in support of Foolish Loving Spaces. The band will play Manchester’s O2 Ritz on the 4th February and Liverpool’s O2 Academy on 15th February. […]

Billie Eilish Announced For NO TIME TO DIE James Bond Title Song
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Billie Eilish Announced For NO TIME TO DIE James Bond Title Song

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

EON Productions, Metro Goldwyn Mayer Studios(MGM), and Universal Pictures International today announced that Billie Eilish will sing the theme song for the 25th James Bond film, No Time To Die. The song will be released […]

ELEPHANT STONE will release their sixth full-length album, ‘Hollow’ on February 14th 1
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ELEPHANT STONE will release their sixth full-length album, ‘Hollow’ on February 14th

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

On February 14th 2020, Montreal psych-pop group Elephant Stone will release their sixth full-length ‘Hollow’ via European label Fuzz Club. The album arrives following the band’s Burger Records-released 2016 LP, ‘Ship Of Fools’, and several […]

IN FOCUS// David Keenan @ Empire Music Hall, Belfast 5
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// David Keenan @ Empire Music Hall, Belfast

January 14, 2020 Conor Kinahan

After his outstanding support slot at Belsonic 2019, Irish Singer David Keenan made a return visit to Belfast on Saturday night to perform to a packed out Empire Music Hall, Our Photographer Bernie McAllister was […]

MOBY Announces the March 6 release of his new album, All Visible Objects
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MOBY Announces the March 6 release of his new album, All Visible Objects

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Moby today announces the March 6 release of his new album, All Visible Objects. Listen to “Power Is Taken” featuring Dead Kennedys D.H. Peligro below. All of Moby’s profits from All Visible Objects will be […]

ULTRAÍSTA confirm details for their new LP 'Sister' 1
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ULTRAÍSTA confirm details for their new LP ‘Sister’

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Ultraísta – consisting vocalist/producer Laura Bettinson (FEMME/lau.ra), multi-instrumentalist/producer Nigel Godrich (Radiohead) and drummer/producer Joey Waronker (Beck, R.E.M., Atoms for Peace) – have confirmed details for their new LP. Sister will be released on March 13th […]

GUEST SINGER release synth-pop cut 'Think Face' & announce 'Limbo Days' EP
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GUEST SINGER release synth-pop cut ‘Think Face’ & announce ‘Limbo Days’ EP

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Guest Singer announces sophomore EP ‘Limbo Days’ with new single ‘Think Face’, released via tastemaker label Heist or Hit (Her’s, Pizzagirl, Nature TV) on January 14th. A luscious, sprightly synth-pop cut it follows recent downer-anthem […]

US singer-songwriter BROOKE ANNIBALE announces European tour dates for early 2020
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US singer-songwriter BROOKE ANNIBALE announces European tour dates for early 2020

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter/guitarist Brooke Annibale announced today a new batch of European tour dates for early 2020. Her first-ever European tour, the dates begin on April 15th in the Netherlands and will see Brooke also playing shows […]

ORCHARDS announce debut album LOVECORE, hear new single 'Sincerely Overwhelmed' 2
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ORCHARDS announce debut album LOVECORE, hear new single ‘Sincerely Overwhelmed’

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

Brighton quartet Orchards today announce details of their long-awaited debut album Lovecore, which will be released on 13th March via Big Scary Monsters. The band today also share their new single ‘Sincerely Overwhelmed’, a song […]

LIVE REVIEW: Glasshouse – Berlin Trilogy at The Black Box, Belfast
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Glasshouse – Berlin Trilogy at The Black Box, Belfast

January 14, 2020 Max Pilley

As part of the ongoing Out to Lunch Festival in Belfast, tonight sees Dublin’s 12-piece ensemble Glasshouse make the journey north to perform their current project, a collection of chamber orchestra interpolations of music from […]

LIGHTNING SEEDS - Announce 'Jollification' 25th-anniversary show at Limelight 1, Belfast  Saturday 14th March 2020
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LIGHTNING SEEDS – Announce ‘Jollification’ 25th-anniversary show at Limelight 1, Belfast Saturday 14th March 2020

January 14, 2020 XS Noize

English rock band, Lightning Seeds are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 14th March 2020. To coincide with the 25th-anniversary reissue of Jollification, Lightning Seeds will hit the road, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Lee - Old Wow
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Lee – Old Wow

January 13, 2020 Michael Barron

Defining Sam Lee is a very onerous task as he is much more than just a folk musician. Lee has studied fine art, worked as a forager and wilderness expert and been a part-time burlesque […]

PEARL JAM - Announce New Album ‘Gigaton’ out March 27th 1
Gigs

PEARL JAM – Announce New Album ‘Gigaton’ out March 27th

January 13, 2020 XS Noize

Pearl Jam will release their much-anticipated eleventh studio album, Gigaton, on Monkeywrench Records/Republic Records on March 27, 2020, in the US. Internationally, the album will be released and distributed by Universal Music Group. Produced by […]

OH WONDER release video for new single 'Happy' - Watch Now
Gigs

OH WONDER release video for new single ‘Happy’ – Watch Now

January 13, 2020 XS Noize

Oh Wonder has today premiered the brilliant video for latest single ‘Happy’ – out now on Island Records. The unique London band’s third album – ‘No One Else Can Wear Your Crown’ – is released […]

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