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        • ASH
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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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
        • 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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THE CURE'S next album 'will be the last'
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THE CURE’S next album ‘will be the last’

May 6, 2019 XS Noize

The Cure keyboardist Roger O’Donnell has admitted he thinks the band’s first album in over 10 years “will be the last”. The ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ group have been working in the studio on their upcoming […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT covers Prince's Purple Rain at London concert
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RICHARD ASHCROFT covers Prince’s Purple Rain at London concert

May 6, 2019 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft performed a cover version of Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ at his concert at the Olympia in London on Saturday night (04.05.19). The 47-year-old singer/songwriter was playing his own track ‘This Is How It Feels’ […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN has confirmed plans for another E Street Band tour
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN has confirmed plans for another E Street Band tour

May 6, 2019 XS Noize

Rock icon Bruce Springsteen has confirmed plans for another tour with the legendary E Street Band. The ‘Dancing In The Dark’ rocker admitted while he was struggling to write anything for his iconic group of […]

METALLICA see 'no end' to their career
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METALLICA see ‘no end’ to their career

May 6, 2019 XS Noize

Metallica has no plans to stop recording and performing but drummer Lars Ulrich hopes someone will tell the band if they can no longer perform a great live metal show. The ‘Enter Sandman’ rockers – […]

PARTISAN Unveil Video for New single Release 'Oxygen' - Watch Now
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PARTISAN release “Turn Me On”, On Manchester’s GAS Records – Listen Now

May 4, 2019 XS Noize

Partisan release the single “Turn Me On”, on GAS Records, the noise is profoundly blistering. “Turn Me On” is ace, lazy reviewers look no further than an audio pie made of Queens of The Stone […]

REVIEW: Interpol - A Fine Mess EP
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REVIEW: Interpol – A Fine Mess EP

May 3, 2019 Michael Barron

Whilst their debut LP, Turn on the Bright Lights was released in 2002, Interpol predates the twenty-first century and are actually over two decades old. Whilst two original members have gone onto pastures new, in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Déjà Vega release their new single ‘Mr.Powder’ - Watch Now 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Déjà Vega release their new single ‘Mr.Powder’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Mr Powder is based on one of Jack’s previous bosses whilst working in a cement powder factory. His job took over his home and personal life, and his only pleasure came from keeping the line […]

LAMB Announce details of their seventh studio album, 'The Secret of Letting Go' - Listen to track
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ALBUM REVIEW: Lamb – The Secret of Letting Go

May 3, 2019 Lori Gava

The duo Lamb has always been esteemed for their experimental work created with a distinctive style and passionate lyrical delivery. Over their now 23 years long career, there have been a number of ups and […]

PETE DOHERTY opens up on possible Babyshambles reunion
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PETE DOHERTY opens up on possible Babyshambles reunion

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Pete Doherty has claimed a Babyshambles reunion would be too complicated to pull off because of a range of logistical issues including lineups, set lists and managers. The band hasn’t been active in five years […]

SHAKESPEARS SISTER are set to reunite this year
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SHAKESPEARS SISTER are set to reunite this year

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Shakespears Sister are set to reunite this year after members Siobhan Fahey and Marcella Detroit reportedly settled their feud. The ‘Stay’ hitmakers, made up for former Bananarama star Siobhan Fahey and US musician Marcella Detroit, […]

MADONNA confirms plans to go back on tour
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MADONNA confirms plans to go back on tour

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Madonna has confirmed plans to head back on the road as she admitted she has already started discussions about a new live tour to support her upcoming album ‘Madame X’. The ‘Material Girl’ hitmaker has […]

KYLIE MINOGUE 'anxious' about Glastonbury performance
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KYLIE MINOGUE ‘anxious’ about Glastonbury performance

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Kylie Minogue says she is feeling “anxious” and “nervous” about performing at Glastonbury this summer where she will be performing at the Legends slot on June 30. The 50-year-old singer – who was scheduled to […]

THE LIGHTNING SEEDS reveal 'Jollification' reissue for 25th anniversary
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THE LIGHTNING SEEDS reveal ‘Jollification’ reissue for 25th anniversary

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

The Lightning Seeds are reissuing ‘Jollification’ for the album’s 25th anniversary and the band will perform the LP in full at two very special shows later this year. The group’s defining third LP – which […]

MADONNA Releases Empowering Ballad 'I Rise' - Watch Now
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MADONNA Releases Empowering Ballad ‘I Rise’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Madonna today released the empowering and anthemic ballad “I Rise,” the second track of five songs to be previewed before her highly-anticipated new studio album Madame X debuts globally on June 14th. Following the release […]

MICHAEL HEAD - Announces Liverpool Show This Weekend
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MICHAEL HEAD Announces Launch of Official Website

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Michael Head has announced the launch of his official website. The site offers fans their first opportunity to buy T-shirts for Shack’s seminal album ‘Waterpistol’ along with a range of shirts for his current musical […]

TWISTED WHEEL - Release new single 'Nomad Hat' & announce UK & EU tour dates
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TWISTED WHEEL – Release new single ‘Nomad Hat’ & announce UK & EU tour dates

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Twisted Wheel today announce their emphatic return with an exhilarating new single: ‘Nomad Hat’. Revived and re-invigorated, the track is first to emerge a brand new album from the cult outfit, ‘DNA’, slated for release […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mieko Shimizu - 'Butterfly' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Mieko Shimizu – ‘Butterfly’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Mieko Shimizu is a prolific London based Japanese singer, songwriter, composer and producer, with several diverse and accomplished albums already under her belt. On new album ‘I Bloom’ she collaborates with William D Drake of […]

SAM FENDER - Announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 17th December
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SAM FENDER – Announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 17th December

May 3, 2019 XS Noize

Sam Fender is excited to share details of a new headline tour for the UK and Ireland later this year. The seventeen dates run kicks off in Manchester on the 22nd November and concludes in Sheffield […]

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October
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British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 19th October 2019. On May 10th, their sophomore album, Any Random Kindness. Due out through Infectious, the follow-up to […]

CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019
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CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Northern Ireland’s own, singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery is pleased to announce an intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre on Saturday 22nd June 2019. I know this seems self-centred but I am, so I don’t care…” […]

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