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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 […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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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
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          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
          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
        • 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 […]

          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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ELBOW - Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020
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ELBOW – Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

elbow, who release their eighth studio album, ‘Giants of All Sizes’, on October 11th have announced an extensive tour across the UK for March and April of 2020. The tour is elbow’s most comprehensive set of […]

Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single 'All The Things' - Watch Now 2
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Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single ‘All The Things’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Today, electronic duo Blue Hawaii (comprised of Raphaelle “Ra” Standell-Preston and Alex “Agor” Kerby) share their second single “All The Things” from their forthcoming album Open Reduction Internal Fixation out 11 October. On the new […]

ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single "Land Of Dead" - Listen Now
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ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single “Land Of Dead” – Listen Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

After taking time to explore new collaborations and sounds (MIEN, Acid House Ragas) and remixes for paisley underground legends (The Dream Syndicate) and French pop-auteurs Tahiti80, Montreal’s Elephant Stone are back today with new single, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Marchildon - 'One Night Stand' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Marchildon – ‘One Night Stand’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Owen Marchildon is a Toronto based songwriter and guitarist. He has been part of the Toronto music scene since 2002 when he played bass for the critically lauded, now defunct Math Rock Quartet, From Fiction. […]

NEW RULES have announced a headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on 16 February
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NEW RULES have announced a headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on 16 February

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following their sold-out 2019 headline tour, a major tour for 2020 including a Show at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast on 16 February. Tickets go on sale Friday 20th September from all usual outlets. […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

THE SLOW READERS CLUB are pleased to announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’. Out on the 25 October 2019 via the Modern Sky UK label, this two-disc double […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces two intimate solo performances at Central Church, Belfast on December 6th & 7th 2019
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces two intimate solo performances at Central Church, Belfast on December 6th & 7th 2019

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following his largest headline show to date at Custom House Square in August, Ryan McMullan is pleased to announce two intimate solo performances at Central Church (May Street Building), Belfast on December 6th & 7th […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dantevilles - ‘Confession’ from new EP, ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ – Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dantevilles – ‘Confession’ from new EP, ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for ‘Confession’ from Dantevilles new EP ‘Welcome to the Theatre’. 2019 has seen Dantevilles complete a successful U.K tour with DHP, Huw Stephens championing their latest […]

KITT PHILIPPA Releases New Single ‘Fahrenheit’ - Listen Now
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KITT PHILIPPA Releases New Single ‘Fahrenheit’ – Listen Now

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

With all three of the first singles from Kitt Philippa’s upcoming debut album, Human being nominated for Best Song by the Northern Irish Music Prize – the expectation is high for the next and final […]

VAN MORRISON announces new album - 'THREE CHORDS AND THE TRUTH' will be released on 25th October 2019 1
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VAN MORRISON announces new album – ‘THREE CHORDS AND THE TRUTH’ will be released on 25th October 2019

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

 has announced details of a new album – Three Chords And The Truth. It will be released on Exile/Caroline International available on CD/vinyl and digital download on October 25th 2019. Three Chords And The Truth […]

STEREOPHONICS announce major UK arena tour for spring 2020
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STEREOPHONICS announce major UK arena tour for spring 2020

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

Stereophonics have today unveiled new single, ‘Bust This Town’, the latest offering from forthcoming album ‘Kind’, released on October 25th via Parlophone Records and available to pre-order now. The group also announced today details of a new spring 2020 […]

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad' 1
New Music

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad’

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad’, out 8th November. The band have also confirmed two headline shows for October as well as a performance at […]

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA Announce New Single ‘Wait For Now’ 1
New Music

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA Announce New Single ‘Wait For Now’

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

The Cinematic Orchestra have always defied category and convention. Neither an orchestra nor a band, not a pure jazz act but full of its influence, not electronic but originally rooted in a London based electronic […]

JONNY GREENWOOD Announces the Formation of OCTATONIC RECORDS 1
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JONNY GREENWOOD Announces the Formation of OCTATONIC RECORDS

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

Composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer Jonny Greenwood has formed a new imprint via Council Records, Octatonic Records. The imprint aims to document and champion some of the best musicians Greenwood has encountered in the classical world, […]

DAVID KEENAN announces headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020
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DAVID KEENAN announces headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer/songwriter David Keenan is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020. David has signed for independent Irish label Rubyworks, who will work with him […]

EVANESCENCE & WITHIN TEMPTATION have joined forces for WORLDS COLLIDE, a massive co-headline European tour 3
Gigs

EVANESCENCE & WITHIN TEMPTATION have joined forces for WORLDS COLLIDE, a massive co-headline European tour

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

In what promises to be one of the biggest tours of next year EVANESCENCE and WITHIN TEMPTATION confirmed they have joined forces for WORLDS COLLIDE, a massive co-headline European tour kicking off in Brussels, Belgium on 4th April 2020.   […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Conor Furlong - 'R.E.M. Saved My Life Tonight' - Watch Now 1
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Conor Furlong – Rapid Eye Movement

September 17, 2019 Fionn Crossan

Dublin singer-songwriter Conor Furlong has been making waves with the announcement of his debut album ‘Rapid Eye Movement’, to be released on the 20th September. The album is represented well by lead single R.E.M Saved […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mark Morriss releases 'Holiday of a Lifetime' ahead of fourth solo album 'Look Up'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mark Morriss releases ‘Holiday of a Lifetime’ ahead of fourth solo album ‘Look Up’

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Holiday of a Lifetime’ the new video from Mark Morriss. ‘Holiday of a Lifetime’, is the third single to be taken from Mark Morriss’ fourth solo album ‘Look […]

SIMPLY RED release their stellar new track ‘BadBootz’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED Announce UK 2020 Autumn Tour

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement that their funky new album, ‘Blue-Eyed Soul’, will be released on November 8th on BMG, Simply Red today reveal the details of a highly anticipated 13-date UK and Ireland 2020 arena tour. Hailed […]

DAVID KEENAN announces debut album 'A Beginners Guide To Bravery' out Friday 10th January 2020
Gigs

DAVID KEENAN announces debut album ‘A Beginners Guide To Bravery’ out Friday 10th January 2020

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

David Keenan’s first album – “A Beginners Guide To Bravery” – will be released on Rubyworks on Friday 10th January 2020. The first taste of the record comes on Friday 13th September, with the release […]

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