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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

          Duran Duran
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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          MOMO - Tum Tum Tum
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          ALBUM REVIEW: MOMO – Tum Tum Tum

          June 19, 2026

          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

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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
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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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          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival Credit: Pete Woodhead
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

        • 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. […]

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        • ROSA WALTON
          Podcast

          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
          Podcast

          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

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Sinéad O’Connor - Announces headline show Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020
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Sinéad O’Connor – Announces headline show Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Following her recent triumphant sold-out Irish tour, Sinéad O’Connor today announced that she will play Live At Botanic Gardens this summer on 7 June 2020. Special Guest for this Belfast Show will be Soak. 2019 […]

TRAVIS - Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’
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TRAVIS – Announce new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’ & ‘Almost Fashionable – A Film About Travis’

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

In the year that has seen the band celebrate the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough year, Travis have released their captivating new single ‘Kissing In The Wind’. The track, which was premiered on the Radio […]

Scottish singer-songwriter NINA NESBITT to headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre tonight
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Scottish singer-songwriter NINA NESBITT to headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre tonight

December 3, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre on Tuesday 03rd December 2019. The eagerly awaited second album from Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt has arrived, ‘The Sun […]

DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show 2
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DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Following two sold-out SHINE Telegraph shows over St Patrick’s weekend earlier this year, British DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show and a Trick debut for the city! He’s joined by the unstoppable […]

THE RAPPAREES - Announce Fairytale of the Pogues Tribute Shows, Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December 2019 @ The Limelight 1, Belfast
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THE RAPPAREES – Announce Fairytale of the Pogues Tribute Shows, Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December 2019 @ The Limelight 1, Belfast

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Having penned one of the most iconic Christmas songs of all time, The Pogues are widely considered the grandfathers of Celtic Punk music. It’s for this reason that local folk legends The Rapparees have paid […]

THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE return with their 5th album ‘Stages’ - released on January 8th 2020
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THE ELECTRIC SOFT PARADE return with their 5th album ‘Stages’ – released on January 8th 2020

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

The group’s first music in 6 years, Stages deals with the passing of Thomas and Alex’s mother. These 7 expansive tracks transcend their roots in grief, reaching through love, loss, mourning and hope, with the […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE releases new single 'Reasons I Drink' - Listen Now
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ALANIS MORISSETTE releases new single ‘Reasons I Drink’ – Listen Now

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette releases her new song “Reasons I Drink” today via RCA/Sony Music Entertainment. “Reasons I Drink” was co-written by Alanis Morissette and Michael Farrell (Morrissey, Macy Gray) and produced […]

10cc - Announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Thursday, 28th May 2020
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10cc – Announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Thursday, 28th May 2020

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Aiken Promotions presents 10cc National tour for 2020. They will make a stop off at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 28th May, Vicar Street Dublin, 29th May and Cork Opera House, Cork, 30th May. Tickets on sale […]

THE BLINDBOY PODCAST comes to Ulster Hall, Belfast on Thursday 23 April 2020
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THE BLINDBOY PODCAST comes to Ulster Hall, Belfast on Thursday 23 April 2020

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Blindboy’s increased notability away from his band Rubberbandits has allowed for him to explore wider avenues and create perhaps outrageously mind-altering brainchildren which can only be described as courageous, yet bonkers. With a number one […]

DADDY LONG LEGS - Confirm a run of UK & IRE tour dates for January and February 2020
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DADDY LONG LEGS – Confirm a run of UK & IRE tour dates for January and February 2020

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Brooklyn, NY-based trio DADDY LONG LEGS—Brian Hurd (vocals, harmonica, guitar), Murat Akturk (slide guitar), Josh Styles (drums, maracas) have confirmed a run of UK & IRE tour dates for January and February 2020. Produced by […]

US rock titans PEARL JAM announce headline show at Hyde Park, London on Friday 10th July
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US rock titans PEARL JAM announce headline show at Hyde Park, London on Friday 10th July

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

American Express presents BST Hyde Park have announced another mammoth headliner for 2020, with US rock titans Pearl Jam set to play the festival on Friday 10th July. They will be supported by Pixies and White Reaper – more be announced. Pearl […]

ALBUM REVIEW: IDLES - A Beautiful Thing: Live at Le Bataclan
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ALBUM REVIEW: IDLES – A Beautiful Thing: Live at Le Bataclan

December 2, 2019 Michael Barron

2019 has undoubtedly been a fantastic year for this Bristolian five-piece post-punk band. For virtually every music award in existence; there was at least one Idles nomination. Idles were nominated a record five times at […]

DUA LIPA - Announces forthcoming album title & 2020 European arena tour
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DUA LIPA – Announces forthcoming album title & 2020 European arena tour

December 2, 2019 XS Noize

Global Pop Superstar Dua Lipa has revealed the name of her eagerly awaited forthcoming album – ‘Future Nostalgia’ due for release in 2020. Dua also announces her massive ‘Future Nostalgia’ 2020 European Arena Tour – […]

ELECTRIC SIX announce headline show at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire London on 30th November
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Electric Six – Live at Shepherds Bush Empire, London

December 1, 2019 Michael Barron

In 2003, Detroit six-piece, Electric Six, became a household name in the UK with hits from their debut LP, Fire, including “Danger! High Voltage”, “Dance Commander” and lest we forget “Gay Bar”. Whilst their commercial […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Who - WHO
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Who – WHO

December 1, 2019 Michael Barron

Who is the first LP The Who has released in thirteen years. Sounds like a long time? However, waiting is nothing new for The Who fans. Fans had to wait twenty-four years between their 1982 […]

LARKINS - Complete 2019 with new single "Make You Better"- Listen Now
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LARKINS – Complete 2019 with new single “Make You Better”- Listen Now

November 29, 2019 XS Noize

This year has seen rising Manchester quartet LARKINS make rapid headway with their arena-scaled blend of anthemic indie and synth-powered alt-pop. Their two releases of 2019 – the ‘TV Dream’ EP and the ‘Not Enough […]

Liverpool's ALI HORN unveils the video for new single, 'Dreamers' - Watch Now
New Music

ALI HORN releases the ‘It Wears Off’ EP – Listen Now

November 29, 2019 XS Noize

Ali Horn ends 2019 with a change of pace for an artist whose 2019 has been defined by singles. Whilst June’s ‘Dreamers’ saw Ali transformed from Merseyside’s Best Kept Secret to 6 Music stalwart, recent […]

INTERVIEW: Brix Smith Start - "Writing and playing music is my joy, my passion, and my reason for living" 1
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INTERVIEW: Brix Smith Start – “Writing and playing music is my joy, my passion, and my reason for living”

November 29, 2019 XS Noize

Brix & The Extricated released their amazing new album “Super Blood Wolf Moon” on 25th October on Grit Over Glamour Records.  Honouring the prolific output that is historically embedded in this band’s DNA, Brix & […]

MADNESS release' first new music since 2016 with new single 'Bullingdon Boys' - Listen Now
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MADNESS release’ first new music since 2016 with new single ‘Bullingdon Boys’ – Listen Now

November 29, 2019 XS Noize

Madness today unveil snap release ‘Bullingdon Boys’. The seminal British pop band’s first new music since 2016, ‘Bullingdon Boys’ is a self-explanatory, barbed swipe at the charlatans, rotters and chancers at the top of the […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY today releases 'Narcissus (The Crooked Mixes)'
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RÓISÍN MURPHY today releases ‘Narcissus (The Crooked Mixes)’

November 29, 2019 XS Noize

Hot on the platform heels of the self directed, Raffaella Carrà homaging, tour de force video for “Narcissus” and a seminal live set at Homobloc in Manchester – a masterclass in sound and vision which […]

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