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        • Jack White
          News

          Jack White announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour with Belfast Telegraph Building date

          April 9, 2026

          Jack White has today announced plans for a wide-ranging 2026 headline tour. White and his band will also cross the Atlantic for a series of shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, including a night […]

          Nerina Pallot
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          Nerina Pallot announces Royal Albert Hall show and first ‘Best Of’ album

          April 9, 2026

          The BRIT and Ivor Novello nominee Nerina Pallot is in the midst of an organic resurgence. Building a powerful personal connection directly with fans led to her selling out the London Palladium in 2024 – […]

          Babyshambles
          News

          Babyshambles bring the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ to Belfast’s Limelight

          April 9, 2026

          After eleven long years Babyshambles returned to the stage for the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ at the end of 2025. The tour coincided with the 20th anniversary release of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down […]

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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 […]

        • 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

          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
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          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 […]

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PIXIES Launch the First Leg of its 2019 - 2020 World Tour with Belfast + Dublin Shows 1
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PIXIES Launch the First Leg of its 2019 – 2020 World Tour with Belfast + Dublin Shows

April 3, 2019 XS Noize

In tandem with a brand-new studio album slated to hit the streets this Fall, Pixies – Black Francis/rhythm guitar & vocals, Joey Santiago/guitars, David Lovering/drums, and Paz Lenchantin/bass – will kick off its 2019-2020 World […]

ALIENS Unveil 'Long Way to Run' From Their New Album, 'Terradome' - Listen Now
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ALIENS Unveil ‘Long Way to Run’ From Their New Album, ‘Terradome’ – Listen Now

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Since September 2016, Aliens potent mix of Alt Rock, Pop hooks and politically engaged social commentary has been firing up live audiences, reviewers and DJ’s across the UK. Long Way to Run is the lead track from their new […]

British Rock Guitarist and Composer JNYHZD Releases New single, 'Calling' - Listen Now
The Listening Post

British Rock Guitarist and Composer JNYHZD Releases New single, ‘Calling’ – Listen Now

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

JNYHZD is a British rock guitarist and composer, who writes big songs with big choruses ideal for mainstream Rock radio and that is exactly what ‘Calling’ is. ‘Calling’ has soaring anthemic guitar lines and enormous […]

Manchester's FROM CARBON Release 2nd Album, 'Existence' - Listen to Track
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Manchester’s FROM CARBON Release 2nd Album, ‘Existence’ – Listen to Track

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

From Carbon are an Indie band from Manchester, England. Formed 5 years ago, the band have developed a creative sound and a great live reputation. They released their debut album ‘Wealth’ in 2014 to critical […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD share video for current single 'VTr', taken from new album IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME
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THE TWILIGHT SAD share new video for ‘Shooting Dennis Hopper Shooting’ + Announce New Live Dates

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Today The Twilight Sad announce two new live dates as well as sharing a new video for Shooting Dennis Hopper Shooting. The band released the album, IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME, in January to critical acclaim. They […]

BLOSSOMS Add Festival Warm Up Shows to Their Summer UK Dates
Gigs

BLOSSOMS Add Festival Warm Up Shows to Their Summer UK Dates

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Blossoms have announced a series of new festival warm-up shows. The band will be playing in Cardiff and Leicester in June and Lincoln and Stoke-on-Trent in August. Tickets for the gigs are on sale here at 9 am […]

EMBRACE - Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED - Listen to track
Gigs

EMBRACE Announce Headline Show at London Alexandra Palace Theatre

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Following on from the band’s sold out London Roundhouse show last month, and with their huge hometown gig at the 6,000 capacity Halifax Piece Hall in June also now sold out, Embrace will be signing […]

SPIRAL STAIRS (Pavement) Announce VOODOO, Belfast Show, September 25th 2019
Gigs

SPIRAL STAIRS (Pavement) Announce VOODOO, Belfast Show, September 25th 2019

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Pavement co-founder Scott Kannberg – best known to the musical world as Spiral Stairs is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on 25th September 2019. Their new album We Wanna Be Hyp-No-Tized […]

Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres Release NEW SINGLE 'Paradise Is Under Your Nose' - Listen Now
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Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres Release NEW SINGLE ‘Paradise Is Under Your Nose’ – Listen Now

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres release a new single ‘Paradise Is Under Your Nose’, through Strap Originals/Cargo Records.’Paradise Is Under Your Nose’ is the second single, along with ‘Who’s Been Having You Over,’ to […]

TOKYO TEA ROOM Release Highly Anticipated Psych Pop Single ‘FOREVER OUT OF TIME’ - Watch Video
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TOKYO TEA ROOM Release Highly Anticipated Psych Pop Single ‘FOREVER OUT OF TIME’ – Watch Video

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Canterbury music-scene kingpins and BBC Introducing in Kent favourites Tokyo Tea Room are releasing their new single ‘Forever Out Of Time’ on March 27th via Easter Island Records/Painted Halo Records. Accompanying the single which sees […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Quiet Marauder - 'What Happened To Science'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Quiet Marauder – ‘What Happened To Science’

April 2, 2019 Ben P Scott

The Welsh anti-folk collective Quiet Marauder have just unveiled their excellent new single ‘What What Happened To Science?’ a bold track taken from their upcoming third LP  ‘The Crack And What It Meant’. The album […]

INTERVIEW: Scottish Multi-Instrumentalist C DUNCAN discusses third album, 'Health'
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Scottish Multi-Instrumentalist C DUNCAN discusses third album, ‘Health’

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Released via Fat Cat Records on March 29, 2019, C DUNCAN’s third album HEALTH sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the first time. Warm […]

THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Levellers – Royal Albert Hall, London

April 1, 2019 Michael Barron

XS Noize recently brought the Teenage Cancer Trust to your attention, the only charity dedicated to making sure young people diagnosed with cancer get the expert treatment and personalised support they need. When XS Noize […]

Currently number 1 in UK midweek album charts, BILLIE EILISH shares video for 'Bad Guy' - Watch Now
News

Currently number 1 in UK midweek album charts, BILLIE EILISH shares video for ‘Bad Guy’ – Watch Now

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Billie Eilish has released her enormously-anticipated debut album, ‘WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?’ In the midweek UK charts, announced this evening, the record is currently number 1 and out-performing its closest […]

KIERAN GOSS collaborates with ANNIE KINSELLA on their debut duo album, 'Oh, The Starlings'
Gigs

KIERAN GOSS collaborates with ANNIE KINSELLA on their debut duo album, ‘Oh, The Starlings’

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Long hailed as one of Ireland’s leading songwriters and performers, Kieran Goss has collaborated with singer/songwriter Annie Kinsella on their debut duo album. Titled ‘Oh, The Starlings’, the record will be released worldwide on 1st […]

LIVE REVIEW: Fairport Convention - Union Chapel, London
Gigs

FAIRPORT CONVENTION Announce Armagh + Belfast shows with special guests The 4 of Us

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Fairport Convention has been making great music for over fifty years. Credited with originating British folk-rock music, the band has been through many changes, but the current members retain a passion for live performance. This […]

ARDS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL Starts This Week!! 1
Gigs

ARDS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL Starts This Week!!

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

This year’s Ards International Guitar Festival will rock into Newtownards from 3 – 7 April. With an eclectic mix of brilliant local talent and international artists, expect guitar-inspired gigs, guitar clinics with industry professionals and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Fat White Family - Serfs Up!
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Fat White Family – Serfs Up!

April 1, 2019 Michael Barron

With their fans including A-lister, Lady Gaga, working on side projects with artists including Sean Lennon, their single, Whitest Boy on the Beach, featuring on the T2 Trainspotting soundtrack, as well as laying into other […]

SON OF THE HOUND to play Belfast show on April 3rd at Limelight 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Son of the Hound talks ahead of debut album launch at Belfast’s Limelight, 2

April 1, 2019 XS Noize

Son of The Hound is guitar pop brainchild of Irish troubadour Michael McCullagh. Simultaneously melancholic and euphoric, his outsider anthems of life’s light and shade have fostered a connection with his fans. If you’ve attended […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Model Depose - 'Damage Control' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Model Depose – ‘Damage Control’ – Listen Now

April 1, 2019 Amanda Stock

“Damage Control” is the latest single from new wave, Netherlands – hailed Model Depose and the first from their second album, which also happens to be called “Damage Control” and is due for release this […]

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