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        • LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
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          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 […]

          The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

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          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

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          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

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          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 […]

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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
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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: 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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 29, 2026

          To have Placebo as your special guest genuinely puts the ‘special’ into special guest. Placebo were clearly ecstatic to be at the Albert Hall and supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. Frontman Brian Molko smiled throughout and […]

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          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 […]

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          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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

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        • 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
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          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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

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        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • The Dandy Warhols
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          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
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          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 […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
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          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: Pixies - Beneath the Eyrie
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pixies – Beneath the Eyrie

September 13, 2019 Lori Gava

The Pixies, like every seminal band that broke up and then reformed, has a Herculean challenge they constantly face. How can they contradict the idea that to preserve all that is great about the band’s […]

TEMPLES Share New Track "Context"  From New LP Hot Motion - Listen Now
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TEMPLES Share New Track “Context” From New LP Hot Motion – Listen Now

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Temples have today shared Context, one of the stand-out tracks from their forthcoming third album, Hot Motion – to be released worldwide on ATO Records on Friday 27th September 2019. Talking about the track, James […]

MILES KANE releases sun-soaked video for new single 'Blame It On The Summertime'...
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MILES KANE releases sun-soaked video for new single ‘Blame It On The Summertime’…

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement last week that he’ll play a string of intimate UK shows this October which subsequently sold out almost immediately, Miles Kane today releases a feel-good video for his latest single, ‘Blame It […]

Irish Artist LILLA VARGEN Announces Her New Single ‘Why Wait’ - Watch Video
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Irish Artist LILLA VARGEN Announces Her New Single ‘Why Wait’ – Watch Video

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Making a spellbinding entrance into 2019, Northern Irish singer-songwriter Lilla Vargen shines on stunning new single ‘Why Wait’. Showcasing the stellar vocals and deeply personal songwriting that has seen Lilla Vargen rack up millions of […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new track - 'A Dream Is All I Need To Get By'
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new track – ‘A Dream Is All I Need To Get By’

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release a brand new track ‘A Dream Is All I Need To Get By.’ The track follows the release of new single ‘This Is The Place’ which is taken from […]

THE WHO announce new album, UK & Ireland Tour & share new track - 'Ball and Chain' 3
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THE WHO announce new album, UK & Ireland Tour & share new track – ‘Ball and Chain’

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

The Who has one of the greatest rock legacies in music history, they’re one of the all-time great live bands, have sold over 100 million records world including 9 US & 10 UK top ten […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Galileo's Fan - 'We Are The Lucky Ones' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Galileo’s Fan – ‘We Are The Lucky Ones’ – Watch Now

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere Scottish duo Galileo’s Fan’s new video – ‘We Are The Lucky Ones’ as they prepare to release their spellbinding new album, ‘I Won’t Be Found,’ on 16th September […]

PREMIERE: RECLAIM VIENNA unleash anthemic debut single ‘Kick The Butterfly’ - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: RECLAIM VIENNA unleash anthemic debut single ‘Kick The Butterfly’ – Listen Now

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Indie-pop band Reclaim Vienna announce their arrival today with the release of their anthemic debut single ‘Kick The Butterfly’ via 42s Records. The latest in the rapidly growing wave of exciting new bands in the […]

Irish four-piece INHALER announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 28th September 2019
New Music

INHALER share video for brand new single ‘Ice Cream Sundae’ – Watch Now

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Inhaler has released the video for brand new single ‘Ice Cream Sundae.’ The track is the Dublin quartet’s first release via Polydor and is out now. A shimmering indie-rock anthem, a sense of melancholia lurks […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Naked Sun - "Secret We Both Know" - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Naked Sun – “Secret We Both Know” – Watch Now

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

The Naked Sun is a 6-piece roots-rock band from Philadelphia, PA. After releasing their debut album War With Shadows with the band’s most moody sonic palette to date.  Throughout, they explore love’s darker side – […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce brand new single 'Trouble Every Day' - Listen Now
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SHE DREW THE GUN release politically charged video for new single ‘Trouble Every Day’

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from a series of triumphant festival appearances this summer, including performances at Glastonbury, Latitude, Bluedot and Deer Shed, She Drew The Gun have today released the politically charged video for new single ‘Trouble Every […]

LOST COUSINS unveil 'STAY' (Mystery Jets Remix) - Listen Now
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LOST COUSINS unveil ‘STAY’ (Mystery Jets Remix) – Listen Now

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Indie psych-rock outfit Lost Cousins unveil the Mystery Jets Remix of their single ‘Stay.’ The track is about both physical and emotional movement. Uncertainties that lie ahead and remnants of the past are unearthed through […]

SHED SEVEN - Announce 'Going For Gold' Deluxe Vinyl Re-Issue 1
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SHED SEVEN – Announce ‘Going For Gold’ Deluxe Vinyl Re-Issue

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Marking the 20th Anniversary of their seminal singles collection – SHED SEVEN – are pleased to announce a deluxe expanded edition of: ‘Going For Gold’. Set to be re-issued on the 18th October on Gold-coloured […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Logan J Parker - ‘I Don't Wanna Go' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Logan J Parker – ‘I Don’t Wanna Go’ – Listen Now

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘I Don’t Wanna Go’ by Logan J Parker. Logan J Parker takes her cue from early influences like Memphis Minnie and Screaming Jay Hawkins. These days she might […]

KATE TEMPEST drops a new version of her song 'People’s Faces' - Listen Now
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KATE TEMPEST drops a new version of her song ‘People’s Faces’ – Listen Now

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Today, British spoken word artist, rapper, poet, novelist and playwright Kate Tempest drops a new version of her song “People’s Faces” off of her critically acclaimed album The Book Of Traps & Lessons —listen to […]

THE ROLLING STONES - Havana Moon Concert to be Screened In Venues Across the UK Next Month
New Music

THE ROLLING STONES – Havana Moon Concert to be Screened In Venues Across the UK Next Month

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Audiences across the UK will be able to experience one of the most legendary live shows by The Rolling Stones in recent times, as an immersive screening of the iconic band’s 2016 Havana show will […]

ARCADE FIRE to celebrate 15th anniversary of debut album 'FUNERAL' with series of exclusive content
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ARCADE FIRE to celebrate 15th anniversary of debut album ‘FUNERAL’ with series of exclusive content

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

Arcade Fire’s Funeral holds up as one of the standout albums of the millennium, a record with an everlasting, enduring appeal, adored by fans and critics alike. It is a collection of truly unique and […]

In Conversation With THE SOPRANOS Coming to SSE ARENA, Belfast on May 31st 2020 1
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In Conversation With THE SOPRANOS Coming to SSE ARENA, Belfast on May 31st 2020

September 12, 2019 XS Noize

The Sopranos is one of the most iconic TV shows of all time. From 1999–2007 the show aired 86 episodes and bagged multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards from a list of 111 nominations. A […]

FEET share video for their new single ‘Petty Thieving’ - Watch Now
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FEET share video for their new single ‘Petty Thieving’ – Watch Now

September 11, 2019 XS Noize

FEET have today shared their new single Petty Thieving, the fourth track taken from their debut album What’s Inside Is More Than Just Ham which is due for release on 4th October through the band’s […]

GABRIELLE APLIN returns to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 1, Monday 9th March 2020
Gigs

GABRIELLE APLIN returns to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 1, Monday 9th March 2020

September 11, 2019 XS Noize

English singer-songwriter Gabrielle Aplin is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 1 on Monday 9th March 2020. Gabrielle has announced the release of her forthcoming third album […]

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