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        • LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
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          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 […]

          The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          White Denim
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 29, 2026

          To have Placebo as your special guest genuinely puts the ‘special’ into special guest. Placebo were clearly ecstatic to be at the Albert Hall and supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. Frontman Brian Molko smiled throughout and […]

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          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 […]

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          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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

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        • White Denim
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          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
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          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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

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        • Elles Bailey
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • The Dandy Warhols
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          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
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          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 […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
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          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

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IDLEWILD share psychedelic video for single 'Dream Variations' - Watch Now 2
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IDLEWILD share psychedelic video for single ‘Dream Variations’ – Watch Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Idlewild have released the psychedelic new video for single Dream Variations. Following the announcement of their eighth album Interview Music, which is due for release on 5th April 2019 via Empty Words, the band have […]

LIVE REVIEW: Palace - Village Underground, London
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LIVE REVIEW: Palace – Village Underground, London

February 27, 2019 Michael Barron

Normally when a van gets stolen there is seldom interest, however when Palaces’ tour van got stolen around a week before the Village Underground gig; there was a media storm. Upsetting as this was; it […]

THE ANTLERS’ 'Hospice' to be reissued on March 8th - Listen Now
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THE ANTLERS’ ‘Hospice’ to be reissued on March 8th – Listen Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

On Friday, March 8 Frenchkiss Records/Transgressive will reissue The Antlers seminal album Hospice. The release marks a decade since the band first released the LP that Robin Hilton @ NPR called ” one of the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Magnetic Skies - 'Believe In You' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Magnetic Skies – ‘Believe In You’ – Listen Now

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Synth-rock band Magnetic Skies’ debut EP, “Dreams And Memories”, is released on 22 March 2019 via ReprinT Records. Today XS Noize are pleased to premiere ‘Believe In You’ from the EP. ‘Believe In You’ is […]

FEET share video for ‘English Weather’as Headline tour kicks off today
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FEET share video for ‘English Weather’as Headline tour kicks off today

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

Whilst we savour the hottest February ever, FEET share the psychedelic, tripped out the video for their aptly named, latest single ‘English Weather’. Directed by Josh Homer, it was filmed at guitarist Callum’s Nan & […]

COLIN GEDDIS 'GEDZILLA' Announces SSE ARENA Show, Sat January 11th 2020
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COLIN GEDDIS ‘GEDZILLA’ Announces SSE ARENA Show, Sat January 11th 2020

February 27, 2019 XS Noize

A show ten years in the making. Celebrating ten years since viral sensation ‘I AM FIGHTER’ was released, creator Colin Geddis brings his new show to Belfast’s biggest entertainment venue. In the last ten years, […]

TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guest JONAS BLUE, FEDDE LE GRAND, MARLO & JAY PRYOR Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th 1
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TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guest JONAS BLUE, FEDDE LE GRAND, MARLO & JAY PRYOR Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Following his sold Out Belsonic show in 2018, Timmy Trumpet returns to Belfast along with special guest Jonas Blue, Fedde Le Grand, MaRlo & Jay Pryor at Boucher Road Playing Fields Belfast on Saturday, August […]

King of Techno CARL COX set to play The Telegraph Building, Belfast this summer
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King of Techno CARL COX set to play The Telegraph Building, Belfast this summer

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Following two monumental sell out outdoor festival shows at Belsonic and Custom House Square in Belfast over the past few years, SHINE are proud to announce the return of the undisputed ‘King of Techno’ CARL […]

C DUNCAN releases 'Health' the title track from highly anticipated third album - Listen Now
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C DUNCAN releases ‘Health’ the title track from highly anticipated third album – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Set for release via FatCat Records on March 29, 2019, C DUNCAN’s highly anticipated third album HEALTH sees the Scottish multi-instrumentalist ditch his bedroom studio and work with other producers, engineers and musicians for the […]

THE DRUMS share nostalgic pop song '626 Bedford Avenue' - Listen Now
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THE DRUMS share nostalgic pop song ‘626 Bedford Avenue’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

The Drums will release its fifth album Brutalism via ANTI- on April 5th, and today the band shares the record’s second single. Listen to the nostalgic pop song “626 Bedford Avenue” below. “I’m a big […]

Another Sky
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INTERVIEW: Catrin Vincent of London four-piece, Another Sky

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

London four-piece Another Sky has captivated media and fans alike with their debut EP ‘Forget Yourself’ and recent singles ‘Avalanche and ‘Apple Tree’,’ featuring unbridled cinematic sonics, anchored by political poignancy and lead singer Catrin […]

SHE DREW THE GUN release new single, 'Paradise' - Listen Now
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SHE DREW THE GUN release new single, ‘Paradise’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

‘Paradise’ is the new single from She Drew The Gun, available digitally now and impacting at radio on 26th April. ‘Paradise’ is the third single to be taken from the acclaimed Wirral band’s sophomore album […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOLINA - 'Venus' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOLINA – ‘Venus’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 Amanda Stock

Copenhagen-based synth-pop artist Rebecca Maria Molina, better known as Molina returns with an enthralling new single “Venus” released through Copenhagen label Tambourhinoceros (Palace Winter, Pardans, The Entrepreneurs). “Venus” follows previous 2018 single releases (“Hey Kids” […]

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG today releases her new single 'Bombs Away' - Listen Now
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CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG today releases her new single ‘Bombs Away’ – Listen Now

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Charlotte Gainsbourg through Because Music has today released her new single ‘Bombs Away’. Written by Gainsbourg and Sebastian, the song is taken from her recent ‘Take 2’ EP. Gainsbourg, who played a sold-out show at […]

PALACE to release new album, ‘Life After’ on July 12th - Listen to new track ‘Martyr’ 1
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PALACE to release new album, ‘Life After’ on July 12th – Listen to new track ‘Martyr’

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

As their sold-out UK tour draws to a close tonight with a hometown show at London’s Village Underground, Palace today announce their sublime sophomore album ‘Life After’ alongside a UK tour including their biggest live […]

SHED SEVEN Announce 2019 UK tour with special guests THE TWANG
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SHED SEVEN Announce 2019 UK tour with special guests THE TWANG

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Shed Seven have announced their biggest ever UK tour to date for November and December 2019 including a home county show at Leeds First Direct Arena – their first ever headline arena show! The York […]

CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce Three UK Club Shows in Support of New Album 'Social Cues' Out April 19th
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CAGE THE ELEPHANT Announce Three UK Club Shows in Support of New Album ‘Social Cues’ Out April 19th

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

Having just announced details of their hugely anticipated new album‘Social Cues’ (April 19th, Columbia Records), Cage The Elephant have confirmed they will play a short run of UK club shows this June. These dates will […]

American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE Confirms Belfast Ulster Hall Show on 5th September
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American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE Confirms Belfast Ulster Hall Show on 5th September

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

American Country Music Singer-Songwriter KIP MOORE has confirmed he will play Belfast for the very first time with a Show at the Ulster Hall on 5 September. Tickets go on sale Friday 1 March at […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
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PALE WAVES have announced a UK headline tour for September this year

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

PALE WAVES have announced a UK headline tour for September this year. The run of shows comes in the wake of their critically acclaimed debut album MY MIND MAKES NOISES, which was released in September […]

ASLAN announce headline show at the Nerve Centre, Derry on Saturday 18th May
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ASLAN announce headline show at the Nerve Centre, Derry on Saturday 18th May

February 25, 2019 XS Noize

ASLAN’S Album GOODBYE CHARLIE MOONHEAD was released 25 years ago back in 1994. The band are touring the album throughout 2019 and are delighted to announce that in association with Aiken Promotions, ASLAN will be […]

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