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        • Freya Ridings
          News

          Freya Ridings announces 2026 UK and EU tour with Belfast, Dublin, Cork and Kilkenny dates

          April 13, 2026

          Following the announcement of her forthcoming album Mother Of Pearl (out May 29th on BMG) last month, Freya Ridings has also announced a massive UK and EU tour, including shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast on […]

          Holy Holy - The Final Tour - A Celebration of Bowie
          News

          Holy Holy announce Belfast date on The Final Tour – A Celebration of Bowie

          April 13, 2026

          David Bowie’s former producer / bassist Tony Visconti and drummer Woody Woodmansey launched their Bowie project ‘The Best Of Bowie’ featuring long-time fan and friend Heaven 17’s Glenn Gregory plus the all-star Holy Holy band. […]

          Eighty Eight Miles
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          Eighty Eight Miles release debut EP “Class of Eighty Eight” ahead of biggest festival summer yet

          April 11, 2026

          They’ve played shows with Lottery Winners, The K’s, Red Rum Club, The Clause and overpass; attracted big name fans in the shape of Lindsey Buckingham and Blossoms; and sold-out four consecutive Birmingham headline shows, but […]

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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
        • 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. […]

          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, […]

  • 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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MEMBRANES Announce new album 'What Nature Gives…Nature Takes Away' out 7th June 1
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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 […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Mansun - Six (Deluxe Edition)
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mansun – Six (Deluxe Edition)

March 21, 2019 Ben P Scott

The last few years have seen many classic records of the ’90s celebrate their 20 year anniversaries. One of these was the second Mansun album ‘Six’, originally issued back in September 1998, and reissued this […]

PREMIERE: Ivan & The Parazol traverse themes of flirtation and relationships on glam-psych number ‘Is That’ - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Ivan & The Parazol traverse themes of flirtation and relationships on glam-psych number ‘Is That’ – Listen Now

March 21, 2019 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Is That’ from Budapestian rockers Ivan & The Parazol from their fourth album ‘Exotic Post Traumatic’ out March 22 on Butler Records. “‘Is That’ seems very simple, but […]

FAT WHITE FAMILY Share the Roisin Murphy-directed video to “Tastes Good With The Money” - Watch Now
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FAT WHITE FAMILY Share the Roisin Murphy-directed video to “Tastes Good With The Money” – Watch Now

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of their third album, Serfs Up! , Fat White Family have shared the video to ” Tastes Good With The Money “, an absurd Monty Python-inspired ‘romp’ directed by Roisin Murphy. […]

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich discusses new album, 'Gratitude' 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Benjamin Francis Leftwich discusses new album, ‘Gratitude’

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Benjamin Francis Leftwich begins a headline UK and Ireland tour this Spring, including a Belfast date at the Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th March 2019. The tour runs throughout March and April culminating in […]

Adrock and Mike D add a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story
Gigs

Adrock and Mike D add a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

With their previously announced Philadelphia and two Brooklyn shows having sold out instantly, Adam “Adrock” Horovitz and Michael “Mike D” Diamond have confirmed a third night in Brooklyn for Beastie Boys Story – A 2 […]

PREMIERE: Diesel Park West - 'Living In The UK' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Diesel Park West – ‘Living In The UK’ – Watch Now

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

There are bands that go the distance. And then there is Diesel Park West. In a tale of Homeric proportions, the group from Leicester, England have kept faith throughout a career that stretches back, unbroken, […]

LIAM GEDDES Announces Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO, Saturday 8th June 2019
Gigs

LIAM GEDDES Announces Headline Belfast Show at VOODOO, Saturday 8th June 2019

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Liam Geddes is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 08th June 2019. Liam (from Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland) has had his fair share of experiences with the music […]

RYAN MACK Announces Headline Belfast Show at Voodoo, Saturday 1st June 2019
Gigs

RYAN MACK Announces Headline Belfast Show at Voodoo, Saturday 1st June 2019

March 20, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Ryan Mack is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on Saturday 01st June 2019. On the back of his recent success with his previous singles ‘Sofa’ and ‘I Don’t Wana’, […]

THE JAPANESE HOUSE returns with brand new single ‘Lilo’ - Listen Now
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Japanese House at The Caves, Edinburgh

March 20, 2019 Fionn Crossan

The atmosphere at the venue before The Japanese House took to the stage was electric. Loud chattering conversation echoed on the stone walls of the beautiful Edinburgh venue and many eyes remained glued in anticipation […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN share new single, '2all', from forthcoming, third album, The Balance
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CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN share new single, ‘2all’, from forthcoming, third album, The Balance

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Speaking directly to fans and friends through his lyrics, Catfish and the Bottlemen’s Van McCann opens up about lies, loyalty and love with new single, 2all, released on Tue 19 March 2019 on Island Records. […]

Electronic music producer DAITHI Announces Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Friday 24th May 2019
Gigs

Electronic music producer DAITHI Announces Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Friday 24th May 2019

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Electronic music producer Daithi is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Duke of York on Friday 24th May 2019. Daithi is an electronic music producer obsessed by the culture of Ireland. The […]

TOUTS Announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Thursday March 2019
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS talk ahead of Belfast show

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Derry three piece Punk band, Touts play a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Thursday, March 21st 2019. Touts a three-piece teenage punk band from Derry, Northern Ireland. The unhinged, angry and visceral teens are […]

THE BONNEVILLES Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Monday 27th May
Gigs

THE BONNEVILLES Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Monday 27th May

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Blues, Punk, Rock band from Northern Ireland, The Bonnevilles are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Monday 27th May 2019. The Bonnevilles are shaking Northern Ireland in a way […]

PADDY HANNA Announces Headline Belfast Show at Duke of York, Friday 31st May
Gigs

PADDY HANNA Announces Headline Belfast Show at Duke of York, Friday 31st May

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Irish songwriter Paddy Hanna has announced a headline Belfast show at the Duke of York on Friday 31st May 2019. Paddy Hanna’s second album, 2018’s Frankly, I Mutate was hailed by critics as “essential’ (Uproxx), […]

PREMIERE: Slide - 'If You Say' - Watch Now
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PREMIERE: Slide – ‘If You Say’ – Watch Now

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Having recently released their debut EP ‘Into Happiness’ on March 8th through If Music Could Talk /AWAL, rising Swedish indie-rock duo Slide today release the video for their latest single ‘If You Say’.  Speaking about […]

PREMIERE: Joint4Nine - 'I'm Coming Home (Babe)' - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Joint4Nine – ‘I’m Coming Home (Babe)’ – Listen Now

March 19, 2019 XS Noize

Relatively new to the scene and already making waves, Columbian electronic producer / DJ, Joint4Nine (Ivan Lozano), drops a brand new track ‘I’m Coming Home (Babe)’, a wonky, funky house cut that begs for repeated […]

JOHNNY LLOYD Unveils intimate 'Rich And Poor' video - Watch Now
New Music

JOHNNY LLOYD Unveils intimate ‘Rich And Poor’ video – Watch Now

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

Today, JOHNNY LLOYD unveils ‘Rich And Poor’, the second single to arrive from his much-anticipated debut solo album ‘Next Episode Starts In 15 Seconds’ (out 3 May, via Xtra Mile Recordings). Artful of arrangement, articulate […]

THE NINTH WAVE announce debut album 'Infancy' - Listen to new single 'Used To Be Yours' 1
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THE NINTH WAVE announce debut album ‘Infancy’ – Listen to new single ‘Used To Be Yours’

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

The Ninth Wave announce their debut album “Infancy”, to be released in two parts in 2019: Part I on April 26 and Part II on November 15. The Glaswegian four-piece have also released their new […]

Andy Bell (Erasure) stars in QUEERETERIA TV at Above The Stag Theatre
Gigs

Andy Bell (Erasure) stars in QUEERETERIA TV at Above The Stag Theatre

March 18, 2019 XS Noize

As one of the most popular synth-pop bands in the UK has ever produced, Erasure penned over 200 songs and have sold over 25 million albums worldwide, 5 of them hitting the UK number one spot […]

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