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        • EMERGE 2026
          News

          blk. announces huge EMERGE 2026 Sunday takeover with Natte Visstick, Vieze Asbak, DYEN and Negitiv

          May 7, 2026

          The wait is over. We’re delighted to announce the updated line-up for blk.’s Emerge Sunday takeover, and we go huge. Belfast favourite blk. curates the full day with exclusive b2b and b3b sets from start […]

          The Waterboys
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          Mike Scott Takes on “Bullies” in The Waterboys’ New Single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name’

          May 7, 2026

          Following the announcement of Atlantic Rain, a three-disc set of previously unheard music from the classic Fisherman’s Blues era, The Waterboys have released new single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name,’ which is out now on Chrysalis Records.  Written […]

          ASH
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          ASH Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Seminal Debut Album 1977 and Extensive World Tour

          May 6, 2026

          Originally released in 1996, 1977 is the #1 platinum-selling debut album that launched Ash from teenage upstarts to Britpop-era icons. Three decades on, this 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the album that defined a generation with its breakneck energy, razor-sharp […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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
          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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          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 […]

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OCTOBER DRIFT announce UK headline tour
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OCTOBER DRIFT announce UK headline tour

November 11, 2019 XS Noize

October Drift have announced a ten-date UK headline tour for February 2020 to celebrate the release of their debut album Forever Whatever, out on January 24th via Physical Education Records. Starting with a show in […]

KOJAQUE & LUKA PALM release video for ‘Phoenix’ - Watch Now
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KOJAQUE & LUKA PALM release video for ‘Phoenix’ – Watch Now

November 11, 2019 XS Noize

Kojaque and Luka Palm have today dropped a video for ‘Phoenix’, a highlight from the duo’s recent collaborative mixtape ‘Green Diesel’. Following a run of joint live dates and Kojaque’s European tour with slowthai, Kojaque […]

OZZY OSBOURNE announces rescheduled 2020 European dates
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OZZY OSBOURNE announces rescheduled 2020 European dates

November 11, 2019 XS Noize

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy®-winning singer and songwriter OZZY OSBOURNE has just announced rescheduled shows in the UK and Europe on his “NO MORE TOURS 2” tour. The six-week trek–originally scheduled […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: J.Fla - 'Starlight' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: J.Fla – ‘Starlight’ – Watch Now

November 10, 2019 Amanda Stock

With over 4.5 billion views and 13.3 million subscribers on YouTube, 2 billion streams globally and 50 million total plays on Spotify, and 1.4 million social media followers, South Korea’s pop chameleon J.Fla is indeed […]

INTERVIEW: Snow Patrol's Jonny Quinn - "There was a real fear amongst us that the band might be over." 3
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Snow Patrol – Reworked

November 10, 2019 Helen Russell

To celebrate their 25th Anniversary, Snow Patrol have reworked tracks from their back catalogue and added three new ones to show us their hits spanning the decades in a new style. Twenty-five years into a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – Sunsets and Full Moons
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – Sunsets and Full Moons

November 10, 2019 Helen Russell

The Script are most definitely back with their sixth album Sunsets and Full Moons, which is being called the sequel to their self-titled debut album (released in 2008). It has been a hard year for […]

RÓISÍN MURPHY shares the hard-driven, string-drenched, disco epic 'Narcissus' - Listen Now
Gigs

RÓISÍN MURPHY shares the hard-driven, string-drenched, disco epic ‘Narcissus’ – Listen Now

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

Hot on the slinky heels of the slow-burning dancefloor smash “Incapable”, which spent this summer burning up clubs from one end of the globe to the other, Róisín Murphy today shares the hard-driven, string-drenched, disco EPIC “Narcissus”.  […]

HAiG Sign worldwide deal with Global Robot Records
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HAiG Sign worldwide deal with Global Robot Records

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

GOLDEN ROBOT RECORDS, part of the GOLDEN ROBOT GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT GROUP, are extremely happy to announce the worldwide signing on HAiG. HAiG is the bastard son of Billy Bibby formerly of CATFISH & THE BOTTLEMEN (yes, those guys), WRY SMILES and NEW YORK […]

Why Is Background Music An Important Factor In Websites And Apps?
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Why Is Background Music An Important Factor In Websites And Apps?

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

Background music and sounds have become almost synonymous with websites and apps over time, and for a good reason. While loud noises will always likely prove off-putting to most, a low level of background music […]

SONJA SLEATOR unveils video for new single 'Orion' - Watch Now
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SONJA SLEATOR unveils video for new single ‘Orion’ – Watch Now

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

Sonja Sleator returns with new single, Orion with an accompanying video shot and produced by the artist on Achill Island on Ireland’s west coast. The single and video will be released on all channels on […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dramalove - 'Busy Saving The World' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Dramalove – ‘Busy Saving The World’ – Watch Now

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

Brighton beaches. They’re part of the city, just like an extension of it. Making love with the sea. Filthy and shiny pebbles, coins from every continent, a crystal earring and a few seagulls. A new […]

WHITE LIES share brand new track, 'Falling Out Without Me' - Listen Now
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WHITE LIES share brand new track, ‘Falling Out Without Me’ – Listen Now

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

White Lies today share a brand new track Falling Out With Me that follows last month’s Hurt My Heart, the two tracks recently recorded with US producer Andrew Wells (5 Seconds Of Summer, Fall Out […]

The Northern Ireland Music Prize 2019, the winners and the big moments 1
Gigs

The Northern Ireland Music Prize 2019, the winners and the big moments

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

Snow Patrol receiving ‘Oh Yeah Legend Award’ | Steve Strange receiving ‘Outstanding contribution to music award’ and Ryan Vail & Elma Orkestra winning the NI Music Prize 2019 for their album ‘Borders’ The Northern Ireland […]

DEACON BLUE bring the  CITY OF LOVE Tour to Ulster Hall, Belfast 2nd November 2020
Gigs

DEACON BLUE bring the CITY OF LOVE Tour to Ulster Hall, Belfast 2nd November 2020

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

2020 is a big one for Deacon Blue. They have announced a new album CITY OF LOVE which sees the multi-million selling band deliver eleven brilliant new tracks tethered by a singular belief – that […]

STREAM: 'No Reaction' the new EP from Brooklyn rockers Plaid Dracula
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STREAM: ‘No Reaction’ the new EP from Brooklyn rockers Plaid Dracula

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

XS Noize is excited to exclusively stream No Reaction, the new EP from Brooklyn rockers Plaid Dracula. Plaid Dracula is a glam-punk power trio based out of Brooklyn, New York. Sweating heavy licks and glitter, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The M.O.A - 'Marbles' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The M.O.A – ‘Marbles’ – Watch Now

November 8, 2019 XS Noize

“Marbles” is the striking second single from Melbourne via Birmingham indie outfit The M.O.A to be released on October 25th, 2019. After a flurry of activity releasing their debut single “Mind At Large” in August […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: TAN - 'Pharmacy' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: TAN – ‘Pharmacy’ – Watch Now

November 7, 2019 XS Noize

TAN has had a quick rise in the Danish electronic music scene, with their transcending take on dance music. Accompanied by dancers and drag queens, their live sets seem to continuously expand the forms of […]

"I'm a bit of a perfectionist" - Jaxson talks songwriting, festivals & production wizards ahead of first Belfast show. 1
Interviews

“I’m a bit of a perfectionist” – Jaxson talks songwriting, festivals & production wizards ahead of first Belfast show.

November 7, 2019 XS Noize

Young artists are often told to “have a plan,” “know what the next six months, two years, five years, looks like.” For many, it’s a lot to wrap their heads around when all they want […]

LOTTERY WINNERS release second single ‘Little Things’ - Listen Now
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LOTTERY WINNERS release second single ‘Little Things’ – Listen Now

November 7, 2019 XS Noize

Lottery Winners are releasing ‘Little Things’, the second single to be taken from their self-titled debut album which is due for release on 13th March 2020 via Modern Sky UK. ‘Little Things’ is yet another […]

SNOW PATROL Announce Ward Park 3, Saturday 25th May 2019 1
Gigs

SNOW PATROL to be honoured with ‘Legend Award’ in Belfast tonight!

November 7, 2019 XS Noize

Oh Yeah, Music Centre is proud to announce Snow Patrol as recipients of the 2019 Oh Yeah Legend Award. In recognition of the band’s extraordinary achievements over the last 25 years, the presentation will be […]

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