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        • The Amazons
          News

          The Amazons Announce 2026 ‘Epilogue’ Tour With Belfast Limelight Show

          May 15, 2026

          The Amazons are on the move. New single ‘Blood on the Bone’ is out now, and the Reading rock five-piece have announced a UK headline tour this September – with a new lineup which redefines […]

          Stella Lefty
          News

          Stella Lefty Releases New EP ‘Is This Heaven?’ Featuring Vincent Mason Collaboration “Something To Lose”

          May 15, 2026

          Continuing a monumental run, singer-songwriter Stella Lefty releases her new EP ‘Is This Heaven?’ featuring focus track “Something to Lose” with Vincent Mason, as well as singles “I Know I Know” and “Boston.”  ‘Is This […]

          The Strokes
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          The Strokes Return with New Single ‘Falling Out of Love’ from Upcoming Album ‘Reality Awaits’

          May 13, 2026

          The Strokes unveil the new single “Falling out of Love” from their upcoming album Reality Awaits today.  The band will premiere the song tomorrow night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, one of the […]

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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: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

          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 […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: SONARS - ‘Love Me Anyway’ - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: SONARS – ‘Love Me Anyway’ – Watch Now

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Sonars are an electro-psych outfit made up of Frederick Paysden from Brighton and Serena Oldrati from Bergamo, Italy. They released hazy, emotionally affecting new single ‘Love Me Anyway’ on March 22nd. Frederick tells us the […]

LANA DEL REY - Releases a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time” - Listen Now
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LANA DEL REY – Releases a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time” – Listen Now

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Lana Del Rey released a cover of Sublime’s “Doin’ Time”. The song was produced by Andrew Watt and will be featured in the upcoming documentary “Sublime” that outlines the history of the iconic California […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Pete Gardiner - 'Dangerous People' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Pete Gardiner – ‘Dangerous People’ – Watch Now

May 17, 2019 XS Noize

Pete Gardiner is a rarity, a true songsmith, a poet who sets his stories to music. Pete writes about doomed, alcohol-fuelled love affairs, our celebrity-obsessed culture, vanity, greed, violence and lust with a style and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The National – I Am Easy To Find
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The National – I Am Easy To Find

May 17, 2019 Fionn Crossan

2017’s ‘Sleep Well Beast’ was a huge moment for The National, winning them their first Grammy. The tense, dark record was so impressive it seemed hard to imagine a follow-up. However, ‘I Am Easy to […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Clinic - Wheeltappers and Shunters
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Clinic – Wheeltappers and Shunters

May 16, 2019 Ben P Scott

It’s been seven years since the innovative Liverpool four-piece Clinic last released an LP. After live dates this year confirmed a return to action, hopes for a new album have also finally been rewarded. The […]

BIG THIEF announce biggest UK headline show + share live video of 'Orange'
Gigs

BIG THIEF announce biggest UK headline show + share live video of ‘Orange’

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Today, Big Thief share a live performance from last year’s Pitchfork Music Festival of their song ‘Orange’, the most intimate and exposed song on their critically-acclaimed new album U.F.O.F. There is perhaps no greater example of singer Adrianne Lenker’s […]

INTERVIEW with JAMES ATKIN (EMF) "I was too busy being a pop star to know what was going on" 2
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INTERVIEW with JAMES ATKIN (EMF) “I was too busy being a pop star to know what was going on”

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

EMF frontman James Atkin has topped the charts on both sides of the Atlantic, enjoyed platinum-selling album success, received an Ivor Novello nomination for his songwriting and toured the world many times over. He has […]

NILE RODGERS & CHIC Announce Waterfront Hall, Belfast Show, Tuesday June 4th 2019
Gigs

NILE RODGERS & CHIC – Return to Belfast Waterfront Hall for a second night on Wednesday 5th June 2019

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Funk legend Nile Rodgers will return to Belfast with his legendary band CHIC for a second night on Wednesday 05th June 2019 at Waterfront Hall following the SOLD OUT show on Tuesday, June 04th. Among […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB unveil Sci-Fi inspired music video for 'Satellite' - Watch Now
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB unveil Sci-Fi inspired music video for ‘Satellite’ – Watch Now

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have today unveiled the Science Fiction inspired video for ‘Satellite’, the second single taken from their forthcoming fourth studio album ‘False Alarm’, out 14th June via Prolifica Inc [PIAS]. The splendidly […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Bon Entendeur - 'La Rua Madureira' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Bon Entendeur – ‘La Rua Madureira’ – Watch Now

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Having already amassed a cult following in France due to their monthly mixtapes featuring voiceovers of famous French celebrities, the Parisian electro-pop trio turn on the style with a stylish, art-house influenced visual clip for […]

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

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Neil Hannon, one of the country’s foremost songwriters, releases a beautiful new single ‘Norman and Norma’, taken from his wonderful new Divine Comedy album ‘Office Politics’, out on June 7th. It’s the follow-up to the […]

Coachella Online: Festival Live Streaming and You
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Coachella Online: Festival Live Streaming and You

May 16, 2019 XS Noize

Since 1999, the Coachella Valley Arts and Music Festival has been bringing life to an otherwise tame California desert one pair of weekends at a time – and with great success. But it’s only recently […]

VOLBEAT - Announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday October 3rd 2019
Gigs

VOLBEAT – Announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday October 3rd 2019

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, Danish rock band, Volbeat are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Thursday, October 03rd 2019. The band today confirmed their return with their seventh album Rewind, Replay, Rebound, […]

SHAWN JAMES 'The Dark & The Light Tour' Live at Voodoo, Belfast TONIGHT
Gigs

SHAWN JAMES ‘The Dark & The Light Tour’ Live at Voodoo, Belfast TONIGHT

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

US singer-songwriter Shawn James is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Wednesday, May 15th 2019. Shawn’s new album ‘The Dark & The Light’ was released on March 22nd. Take one listen […]

SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE 1
Gigs

SNOW PATROL and OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL announce Ward Park FREE

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Open House Festival has joined forces with Snow Patrol to curate a line-up of exciting bands, musicians and electronic DJs to play in eight Bangor pubs on Friday 24th May – the night before the […]

THE TWANG - Unveil video for comeback track 'Everytime' - Watch Now
Gigs

THE TWANG – Unveil video for comeback track ‘Everytime’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

‘Everytime’ is the brilliant first single from THE TWANG’S long-awaited forthcoming album. The single, taken from the band’s upcoming fifth album is a reminiscent throwback to time’s gone by and youthful love in the 1990s. […]

WHITE LIES - Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer 2
Gigs

WHITE LIES – Announce unmissable one-off warm up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

WHITE LIES will perform an unmissable one-off warm-up show at Frome’s legendary Cheese & Grain this Summer (11.07.2019). Following in the footsteps of megastars the likes of Foo Fighters and Robert Plant who have similarly […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Waterboys - Where the Action Is
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Waterboys – Where the Action Is

May 15, 2019 Lori Gava

Mike Scott’s inspired creation of the legendary band The Waterboys has produced a storied discography that defies genre labels. The band has wholeheartedly participated in the Big Music movement, redefined themselves as raggle-taggle folkies and […]

Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019
Gigs

Irish electro-folk duo SAINT SISTER announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall, Thursday 19th September 2019

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Irish electro-folk duo Saint Sister is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Thursday 19th September 2019. Their debut album ‘Shape of Silence’ was released last October to rave […]

FEEDER release new single 'Youth' from new album 'Tallulah' - Watch Now
Gigs

FEEDER release new single ‘Youth’ from new album ‘Tallulah’ – Watch Now

May 15, 2019 XS Noize

Feeder has today released a new video for track ‘Youth’. The new single from this quintessential rock band packs a hefty punch. ‘Youth’ bursts with energy, boasting powerful guitars that drive the track, dynamic drums […]

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