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          Simple Minds’ Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill announce two special Scottish events ahead of joint memoir release

          September 25, 2025

          Simple Minds founder members and lifelong collaborators Jim Kerr & Charlie Burchill are pleased to announce two very special Scottish events next month to celebrate the publication of their long-awaited memoir. A candid, moving and kinetic story of self-realisation through […]

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          Fine Young Cannibals Mark 40 Years with New Career-Spanning Compilation ‘FYC40’ Out November 21

          September 24, 2025

          In 1985, Fine Young Cannibals made an unforgettable first impression with their debut single ‘Johnny Come Home’ and their self-titled album, showcasing a fully-formed act with a sharp, soulful sound and potent songs. But it was […]

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          Keith & Kristyn Getty Returning to Belfast with ‘Home for Christmas’

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          Following two unforgettable sold-out nights in Belfast last December, world-renowned NI hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty are bringing their acclaimed ‘Home for Christmas’ concert back to the SSE Arena on Monday 22 December for […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Robert Plant with Suzi Dian – Saving Grace

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          Robert Plant’s latest project, Saving Grace, takes its name from the band he assembled in 2019 to play Americana covers in small venues across Britain. Though it has been eight years since his last solo […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …and the Mermaid
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Dave Hause – …And The Mermaid

          September 26, 2025

          Dave Hause, a veteran of the Philadelphia punk scene, first made his mark fronting The Loved Ones before launching his solo career in 2011. Over the years, his work has spanned everything from hardcore to […]

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          October 30, 2023

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          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 […]

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          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
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          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

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          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 […]

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          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
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          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

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          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
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          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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
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          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

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          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

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          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

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          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
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          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
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          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

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          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

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          Stephen Moore
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          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

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          September 28, 2025

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          Gary Numan
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          Gary Numan on “Telekon” at 45, Wembley Ghosts & His Glastonbury Debut | XS Noize Podcast #246

          September 24, 2025

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          Divine Comedy
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          The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon on “Rainy Sunday Afternoon” | XS Noize Podcast #245

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WILD YOUTH Announce headline Belfast show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday 4th April 2019
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WILD YOUTH Announce headline Belfast show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday 4th April 2019

December 18, 2018 XS Noize

Irish four-piece Wild Youth, are pleased to announce a return to headline McHughs Basement Bar, Belfast on Thursday 04th April 2019. Wild Youth returns with a brand-new single ‘Can’t Move On’, co-produced by Mark Sheehan […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: OIJ - Seconds Away From Love
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: OIJ – Seconds Away From Love

December 18, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Amsterdam’s very own OIJ is here with another gripping single. With a rich and varied sound that encompasses a wide range of the electronic spectrum, the producer returns with “Seconds Away From Love.” This record […]

PILOTCAN release their first new material in fourteen years
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PILOTCAN release their first new material in fourteen years

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

Pilotcan release their first new material in fourteen years. Written almost entirely in Austin, Texas, it reflects the bands links to both the city and the people they know there. Recorded back in Scotland at […]

IN FOCUS// Flogging Molly at Limelight 1, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Flogging Molly at Limelight 1, Belfast, Northern Ireland

December 17, 2018 Bernie McAllister

US Celtic punk band Flogging Molly played an amazing show Limelight 1, Belfast, Northern Ireland on Sunday 16th December. Bernie McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic images.             […]

SLEAFORD MODS bring their ETON ALIVE tour to Belfast Limelight, 7th February
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SLEAFORD MODS bring their ETON ALIVE tour to Belfast Limelight, 7th February

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

Sleaford Mods are one of the most important, politically charged and thought-provoking duos currently making their mark on the UK music scene and beyond. They are now poised to release their fifth studio album entitled […]

PICTURE THIS Announce 5 Night Run 27th – 31st MARCH 2019 @ 3Arena Dublin
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PICTURE THIS Announced to play live at Botanic Gardens, Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd June

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

PICTURE THIS has been confirmed as the first Act to play a brand new Festival for Belfast.  Live At The Botanic Gardens will be a series of outdoor concerts held in the picturesque setting of […]

WIN: Tickets To See The 1975 in Belfast + Merchandise 2
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WIN: Tickets To See The 1975 in Belfast + Merchandise

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

THE 1975 WILL TOUR THE UK & IRELAND IN JANUARY 2019 with special guests Pale Waves and No Rome. The tour starts January 9th at Belfast’s SSE Arena and XS Noize are giving away 1 x […]

ARIANA GRANDE Announces 3ARENA DUBLIN show, 22 September 2019
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ARIANA GRANDE Announces 3ARENA DUBLIN show, 22 September 2019

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

With her powerful vocals and astonishing range, Ariana Grande has emerged as one of the most magnetic and massively successful performers in pop music today. At age 25 she’s delivered three platinum-selling albums and surpassed […]

TOM SPEIGHT Announces headline Belfast show at VOODOO, Saturday April 20th 2019
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TOM SPEIGHT Announces headline Belfast show at VOODOO, Saturday April 20th 2019

December 17, 2018 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter Tom Speight is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday, April 20th 2019. Ahead of Tom’s album release in April of 2019, his following has grown to two million […]

INTERVIEW: The Winachi Tribe are a phenomenon: There’s no question, they have “it” 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: The Winachi Tribe are a phenomenon: There’s no question, they have “it”

December 16, 2018 Heidi Siegmund Cuda

Picture this: A cool crowd chilling at Skinny’s, a NoHo bar owned by a Brit. It’s a warm fall night, and the opening band just finished. The small stage is starting to fill up with […]

IAN BROWN has today released a new track, ‘Black Roses’ - Listen Now
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IAN BROWN has today released a new track, ‘Black Roses’ – Listen Now

December 14, 2018 XS Noize

Ian Brown has today released a new track, ‘Black Roses’, which is taken from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, ‘Ripples’ – his first solo material in nine years. The song, which is available now, is a cover of […]

WIN: Tickets To See The 1975 in Belfast + Merchandise 1
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WIN: Tickets To See The 1975 in Belfast + Merchandise

December 14, 2018 XS Noize

THE 1975 WILL TOUR THE UK & IRELAND IN JANUARY 2019 with special guests Pale Waves and No Rome. The tour starts January 9th at Belfast’s SSE Arena and XS Noize are giving away 1 x […]

WIN: Tickets for this weeks LIMELIGHT COMEDY CLUB - Thursday December 13th 2018
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WIN: Tickets for this weeks LIMELIGHT COMEDY CLUB – Thursday December 13th 2018

December 12, 2018 XS Noize

After an incredible month of shows, The Limelight Comedy Club Is back with another incredible line up this Thursday.  Meet this weeks lineup; Fresh from finishing his latest tour, MC Shane Todd is joined by […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods - 'Missing Peace' (Mark Pistel US Radio Mix) - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Moods – ‘Missing Peace’ (Mark Pistel US Radio Mix) – Watch Now

December 12, 2018 XS Noize

Missing Peace is the title track from the Moods’ critically acclaimed debut album, initially released in autumn of 2017. Christmas of 2018 sees a “specially commissioned US radio mix” produced and mixed by Mark Pistel featuring the Swag Youth Choir from […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT (BIZARRO 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR) Announced for Belfast's Empire Music Hall, Sunday 26th May 2019 2
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THE WEDDING PRESENT (BIZARRO 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR) Announced for Belfast’s Empire Music Hall, Sunday 26th May 2019

December 12, 2018 XS Noize

British indie-rock group The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a Belfast headline show at The Empire Music Hall on Sunday 26th May 2019. The band will be hitting the road to celebrate the 30th […]

The legendary CHER confirms her first Irish show in over 15 years
Gigs

The legendary CHER confirms her first Irish show in over 15 years

December 11, 2018 XS Noize

The legendary Cher has today confirmed she’s heading to Ireland in 2019 for her first live show here in over 15 years. The multi-talented Oscar, Emmy and GRAMMY Award-winning icon, is set to delight Irish […]

YOU ME AT SIX reveal Rick and Morty inspired animated video for 'Straight To My Head'
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YOU ME AT SIX reveal Rick and Morty inspired animated video for ‘Straight To My Head’

December 11, 2018 XS Noize

Following their sold out UK tour, including three nights at London’s Brixton Academy, You Me At Six have revealed their first ever animated lyric video for new single ‘Straight To My Head’, the third single from their […]

SHE DREW THE GUN unveil the video for single 'Something For The Pain' - Watch Now
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SHE DREW THE GUN unveil the video for single ‘Something For The Pain’ – Watch Now

December 11, 2018 XS Noize

She Drew The Gun have unveiled the video for their 6Music A-Listed current single ‘Something For The Pain’. The stylish black & white video was produced and directed by Johnny Gregory and shot in Liverpool. […]

THE DARKNESS release 'Christmas Time (Don't Let The Bells End)' Live At Hammersmith
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THE DARKNESS release ‘Christmas Time (Don’t Let The Bells End)’ Live At Hammersmith

December 11, 2018 XS Noize

Britain’s favourite festive rock stars The Darkness are jingling their bells again, with a live version of their hit single ‘Christmas Time (Don’t Let The Bells End)’, recorded at their headline show at Hammersmith Apollo […]

SUEDE Release video for their new track 'The Invisibles' - Watch Now
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SUEDE Announce a nationwide UK tour for April 2019

December 11, 2018 XS Noize

Following a series of incredibly well-received European dates earlier this year including two sold-out London shows at Eventim Apollo, Suede have today announced a nationwide UK tour for April 2019. Suede’s new tour follows the […]

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