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          ASH announce Live and In Conversation – Celebrating 30 Years of 1977 at Oh Yeah Music Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          Ash will mark 30 years to the day since the release of their iconic debut album 1977 with a special one-night-only event on 6 May 2026. Set to be a memorable evening for fans old […]

          Graham Coxon
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          Graham Coxon Announces Lost 2011 Solo Album ‘Castle Park’ — Listen to ‘Billy Says’

          April 20, 2026

          Transgressive Records today announced the first-time release of a never-before-heard solo studio album from Graham Coxon. Titled Castle Park and recorded in 2011, the previously unreleased record will be available on 19 June, 2026 and […]

          da Googie
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          Da Googie + Cara Tivey announce ‘The Golden Thread’ live at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast

          April 20, 2026

          da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. da Googie blends traditional basslines with more abstract noises and field recordings to create songs […]

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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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          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
          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
        • 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
          Podcast

          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 […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          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, […]

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Platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook
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Platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Today, platinum-selling artist MIKA announces his fifth studio album, My Name Is Michael Holbrook and kicks off summer perfectly with the release of his brand new single “Ice Cream” out now. “Ice Cream” is the first […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release a brand new track 'Rattling Rose' - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release a brand new track ‘Rattling Rose’ – Listen Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds release a brand new track ‘Rattling Rose.’ The track follows the release of single ‘Black Star Dancing’, which is currently on the Radio 2 A-List. ‘Rattling Rose’ is taken from […]

FONTAINES D.C. announces headline show at Belfast's Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019
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FONTAINES D.C. announces headline show at Belfast’s Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Fontaines D.C. announces headline show at Belfast’s Empire Music Hall on 12th December 2019. Tickets on sales Tuesday 4 June at 9.00am. The last six months have seen Fontaines D.C. release four hotly received double A-side […]

BEASTIE BOYS share mini-documentary celebrating 25 years of Ill Communication - Watch Now
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BEASTIE BOYS share mini-documentary celebrating 25 years of Ill Communication – Watch Now

May 31, 2019 XS Noize

Debuting at #1 upon its May 1994 release, Beastie Boys’ fourth album was an unstoppable force, pervading every aspect of pop culture. Its charge to the top of the charts was led by “Sabotage” and […]

U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year
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U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

U2 will bring their acclaimed Joshua Tree Tour to New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea later this year. The band broke the news directly to fans via Twitter. See https://twitter.com/U2 Following the highly successful […]

THE DIVINE COMEDY release new single 'Norman and Norma' today - Listen Now
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THE DIVINE COMEDY release video for new single ‘Norman and Norma’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

The Divine Comedy has released a video for ‘Norman and Norma,’ the lead single from their new album ‘Office Politics’ which is set for release on June 7th. Neil Hannon narrates the story of ‘Norman […]

Northern Irish singer-songwriter FOY VANCE announces headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019
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Northern Irish singer-songwriter FOY VANCE announces headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

The award-winning Northern Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 23rd November 2019. Foy will be accompanied by his band for the tour, his first […]

LIVE REVIEW: Grooving in Green, Cold in Berlin, Killing Eve @ Night people, Manchester 6
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LIVE REVIEW: Grooving in Green, Cold in Berlin, Killing Eve @ Night people, Manchester

May 30, 2019 Jay Roberts

They say you should never meet your heroes. I have to disagree with that following an awesome show at Night People in Manchester. A bit of background, I am a bassist and learned to play […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN releases performance video of new song 'Tucson Train' - Watch Now
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN releases performance video of new song ‘Tucson Train’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen has released the song ‘Tucson Train’ globally, along with a performance video by Grammy and Emmy Award-winning director Thom Zimny. The black-and-white video features many of the musicians who appear on his new […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: GO GRACIOUS unveil video for their new single ‘Solid Influence’ - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: GO GRACIOUS unveil video for their new single ‘Solid Influence’ – Watch Now

May 30, 2019 XS Noize

Go Gracious was dragged, kicking and screaming, into existence once their half written ideas had become stadium-sized, with razor-sharp pop hooks delivered over a fiery growl of heavy guitars and dance beats. Imagine if Dragons […]

THE WONDER STUFF to perform classic albums The Eight Legged Groove Machine and HUP in their entirety on UK tour
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THE WONDER STUFF to perform classic albums The Eight Legged Groove Machine and HUP in their entirety on UK tour

May 29, 2019 XS Noize

October 2019 sees the release of The Wonder Stuff’s ninth studio album, Better Being Lucky. The album comes exactly 30 years after the release of the band’s classic second album, HUP. To celebrate the new […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Wickens - All I’ve Seen
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sam Wickens – All I’ve Seen

May 28, 2019 Daniel Lynch

Finally a glimpse into the mind of one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting rising talents. Anyone following Sam Wickens closely might have had a frustrating wait since his emergence a few years ago. Since 2016, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Duncan Lloyd - Outside Notion
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Duncan Lloyd – Outside Notion

May 28, 2019 Lori Gava

Duncan Lloyd, UK guitarist and lead songwriter for the esteemed band Maximo Park, has over the last decade established himself as a deft solo artist. At first, he released his independent works under the moniker […]

Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast
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Snow Patrol, Joshua Burnside, ROE and The Academic announced to play Other Voices Belfast

May 28, 2019 XS Noize

Other Voices is delighted to be returning to the culturally vibrant city of Belfast. This edition will run over three days, showcasing an array of fantastic musical and cultural events. The spectacular line up of […]

BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS 2
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BASTILLE announce unique fully immersive theatrical experience to launch DOOM DAYS

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

Bastille’s highly-anticipated third album Doom Days charts the course of a big night out, in search of distraction from the surrounding apocalypse. On release day, the band will invite fans to escape the outside world […]

THE CORONAS release their new single 'Find The Water' today - Listen Now
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THE CORONAS release their new single ‘Find The Water’ today – Listen Now

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

The Coronas release their new single ‘Find The Water’ on 24th May, the first single to be taken from their upcoming album which they are currently recording. The album, the sixth from the band, is […]

TRACK OF THE DAY - Cardiochaos – 'Brother of Sleep'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY – Cardiochaos – ‘Brother of Sleep’

May 24, 2019 Amanda Stock

Cardiochaos is the solo electro-alternative pop music project of Viennese musician and filmmaker, Peter Brunner. Brunner suffers from extrasystoles that he feels in his chest – additional heartbeats that appear between regular beats, known as […]

TRACK PREMIERE: LASHES Return with Epic New Single ‘BLISS’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: LASHES Return with Epic New Single ‘BLISS’ – Listen Now

May 24, 2019 XS Noize

Following Classic Rock Magazine’s seal of approval and widespread rock media acclaim for their debut roots-rock single Daydreamer, London rockers Lashes are back with another new song. The epic Bliss showcases the soaring vocals of […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT gives statement on The Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today
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RICHARD ASHCROFT gives statement on The Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today

May 23, 2019 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft gives a statement on Rolling Stones after winning Ivor Novello Award today. Richard Ashcroft received the Ivor Novello Award today for Outstanding Contribution To British Music. “It gives me great pleasure to announce […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: QUARRY releases surreal animated video for “Everything And Its Opposite” - Watch Now 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: QUARRY releases surreal animated video for “Everything And Its Opposite” – Watch Now

May 23, 2019 XS Noize

Indie-Rock Singer-Songwriter Quarry releases a New Animated Music Video for the second single “Everything And It’s Opposite”, taken from the album “Super Arcade”, out everywhere via Lowfieye. Quarry portrays the paradoxes of this age through […]

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