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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
          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
        • 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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Dublin Gets Set For Love Sensation 1
Gigs

Dublin Gets Set For Love Sensation

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

A brand new shining beacon in the Irish festival scene launched today. Love Sensation brought to you by the team behind Mother, will pop its festival cherry this August 17th & 18th 2019 at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, […]

INTERVIEW: Irish indie pop three-piece TRUE TIDES talk ahead of Belfast show 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Irish indie pop three-piece TRUE TIDES talk ahead of Belfast show

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Irish indie pop three-piece True Tides are playing a Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 13th April 2019. Formed in 2017, True Tides is the intrepid pop project of Cian, Conor and Eoghan MacSweeny, three […]

BLOC PARTY Performing 'Silent Alarm' In Full For Select U.S. Dates
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BLOC PARTY Performing ‘Silent Alarm’ In Full For Select U.S. Dates

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Fifteen years on from the release of their seminal, dance-punk single “Banquet,” Bloc Party are thrilled to announce they will be playing select shows in America performing their beloved, milestone debut album, Silent Alarm, from start to finish.  A […]

Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES announces rare series of intimate UK solo shows for summer 2019
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Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES announces rare series of intimate UK solo shows for summer 2019

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Kelly Jones – frontman and creative force of Stereophonics for over 22 years – will be heading out on a solo tour around the UK in June & July 2019 for only the third time […]

EDITORS Announce the release of The Blanck Mass Sessions for Record Store Day 2019 1
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EDITORS Announce the release of The Blanck Mass Sessions for Record Store Day 2019

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Editors today announce the release of The Blanck Mass Sessions for Record Store Day 2019. An electronica-infused alternative version of their acclaimed top 10 album Violence, The Blank Mass Sessions cast the songs in a […]

IL DIVO Announce Fully Seated Show at 3ARENA, Dublin this June 1
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IL DIVO Announce Fully Seated Show at 3ARENA, Dublin this June

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Il Divo has announced a fully seated show at Dublin’s 3Arena on 17 June 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 9 am. IL DIVO celebrates their 15th Anniversary with their TIMELESS tour. The […]

THE KILLERS Release New Song “Land Of The Free” with Video By Spike Lee - Watch Now
Gigs

THE KILLERS + Special Guest LEWIS CAPALDI Announced for BELSONIC on June 25th 2019

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

US rock giants, The Killers are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with their biggest ever Northern Irish headline show at Belsonic on Tuesday 25th June 2019, joined on the night by number 1 […]

Track Of The Day: Astrid - 'Poison Reaction'
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day: Astrid – ‘Poison Reaction’

March 25, 2019 Ben P Scott

British indie enthusiasts of the late 90’s may remember melodic Scottish quartet Astrid. This particular XS Noize writer became a fan years ago after hearing their charming single ‘Distance’ on Radio 1’s The Evening Session […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild - Interview Music
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – Interview Music

March 25, 2019 Michael Barron

After a four-year hiatus, Idlewild returns with album number eight: Interview Music. The group started working on Interview Music straight off the back of their last record, Everything Ever Written, but didn’t start piecing it […]

The SPICE GIRLS - Kick Off 2019 Stadium Tour in Dublin’s Croke Park on Friday 24th May
Gigs

Extra tickets for the SPICE GIRLS Croke Park show, on sale this Friday 29th March

March 25, 2019 XS Noize

Extra tickets for the Spice Girls upcoming stadium show at Croke Park on Friday 24th May will go on sale this Friday 29th March at 9 am via Ticketmaster outlets and www.ticketmaster.ie Tickets for Croke Park were snapped […]

BOOK REVIEW: How to Disappear Completely by Si Smith
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: How to Disappear Completely by Si Smith

March 22, 2019 Michael Barron

Can you guess the band who made the song How to Disappear Completely? If you know, do you know the album it comes from? The band is Radiohead. The song is taken from their fourth […]

DAVE HAUSE announces brand new full-length album 'KICK' + UK tour 1
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singer-songwriter DAVE HAUSE has released new single, ‘Saboteurs,’ – Listen Now

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

Acclaimed Philadelphia-raised singer-songwriter DAVE HAUSE has released new single, ‘Saboteurs’. The single is taken from his forthcoming studio album titled Kick. As the centrepiece to the album, ‘Saboteurs,’ follows the album’s lead track, ‘The Ditch.’ […]

PREMIERE: The Irrepressibles - 'International' - Watch Now 1
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PREMIERE: The Irrepressibles – ‘International’ – Watch Now

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

INTERNATIONAL is the 4th single released from The Irrepressibles forthcoming third album. The tracks pro- International message, artwork social campaign, and music video are a rallying call for compassion and a positive message about what […]

TAME IMPALA Release New Single - 'Patience' - Listen Now
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TAME IMPALA Release New Single – ‘Patience’ – Listen Now

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) has released “Patience,” the first new music since his GRAMMY nominated, RIAA Gold-Certified 2015 release, Currents. The new track is out today on Interscope Records. “Patience” is a mid-tempo chugger of […]

PREMIERE: Giant - ‘Glitch’ - Watch Now
Video Premiere

PREMIERE: Giant – ‘Glitch’ – Watch Now

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

Giant is the hip-hop infused brainchild of progressive collective, Archive. For this new collaboration, they decided to go ‘back to their roots’, hooking up with MC 24Vision, on ‘Glitch’ released today, their first single to […]

NEON WALTZ release new single, 'Friends Who Lost Control' - Watch Video
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NEON WALTZ release new single, ‘Friends Who Lost Control’ – Watch Video

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

To coincide with Neon Waltz’s biggest ever UK headline tour this month covering 15 dates nationwide, the band release a brand new single ‘Friends Who Lost Control’ on Ignition Records. The single is produced by […]

PREMIERE: NORPHLET - 'Fingers Crossed' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: NORPHLET – ‘Fingers Crossed’ – Watch Now

March 22, 2019 XS Noize

US alt-rock duo NORPHLET are back today with a new single, Fingers Crossed, and a new 3-track EP. The new track offers up atmospheric, grungy guitar sounds, yearning and intelligent vocals and driving drum rhythms […]

FEET embark on their first UK and Irish headline tour later this month - Listen to New Single, ‘English Weather’
Gigs

FEET Announce tour dates with Honeyblood & limited edition vinyl

March 21, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh off the back of their first ever headline tour, FEET have announced they will hit the road once more in April / May. The band will be supporting Honeyblood for the first 12 dates of their tour which kicks […]

LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY Return after 18 Years with new album 'Blue Sky In Your Head' + November UK Tour
New Music

LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY Return after 18 Years with new album ‘Blue Sky In Your Head’ + November UK Tour

March 21, 2019 XS Noize

Messages of hope and uplift. Sentiments of community and communion. Songs of love and connection. Tunes to sing, loudly, from the heart. It can only be Lighthouse Family, back to dream up the magic all […]

MEMBRANES Announce new album 'What Nature Gives…Nature Takes Away' out 7th June 1
New Music

MEMBRANES Announce new album ‘What Nature Gives…Nature Takes Away’ out 7th June

March 21, 2019 XS Noize

MEMBRANES finally follow up their critically acclaimed universe-explaining 2015 album ‘Dark Matter/Dark Energy,’ which received rave reviews and radio play on BBC 6 Music and became the bestselling album in the band’s history. The new […]

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