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        • EMERGE 2026
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          blk. announces huge EMERGE 2026 Sunday takeover with Natte Visstick, Vieze Asbak, DYEN and Negitiv

          May 7, 2026

          The wait is over. We’re delighted to announce the updated line-up for blk.’s Emerge Sunday takeover, and we go huge. Belfast favourite blk. curates the full day with exclusive b2b and b3b sets from start […]

          The Waterboys
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          Mike Scott Takes on “Bullies” in The Waterboys’ New Single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name’

          May 7, 2026

          Following the announcement of Atlantic Rain, a three-disc set of previously unheard music from the classic Fisherman’s Blues era, The Waterboys have released new single ‘Don’t Even Have To Say His Name,’ which is out now on Chrysalis Records.  Written […]

          ASH
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          ASH Announce 30th Anniversary Edition of Seminal Debut Album 1977 and Extensive World Tour

          May 6, 2026

          Originally released in 1996, 1977 is the #1 platinum-selling debut album that launched Ash from teenage upstarts to Britpop-era icons. Three decades on, this 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the album that defined a generation with its breakneck energy, razor-sharp […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi - Fig Tree
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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 […]

        • 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
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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
          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
        • da Googie
          Podcast

          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

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THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce European Headline Tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce European Headline Tour

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from a stunning appearance at Eurosonic Festival last weekend, Manchester four-piece The Slow Readers Club have announced an extensive European tour for April and May, following their huge UK headline tour starting in March. […]

UNLOVED Announce new single, ‘Love’, from forthcoming album, ‘Heartbreak’ - Listen Now
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UNLOVED Announce new single, ‘Love Lost’, from forthcoming album ‘Heartbreak’ – Listen

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Unloved, the band made up of vocalist and songwriter Jade Vincent, her partner the producer/composer Keefus Ciancia, and the DJ and producer/composer David Holmes, have announced details of a new track, Love Lost, the latest […]

ESTRONS announce debut album "You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough"
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ESTRONS share video for new single “Strangers” – Watch Now

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Three months after the release of their critically acclaimed debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough”, Estrons show no signs of slowing down, returning today to share a video for […]

BECK'S first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of 'Tarantula' - Listen Now
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BECK’S first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of ‘Tarantula’ – Listen Now

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Beck’s first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of “Tarantula,” the latest release from Music Inspired By The Film ROMA, due out February 8th from Sony Music Masterworks and available to pre-order now. This collection of music inspired […]

DMA’s Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1 on Monday 17th June
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DMA’s Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1 on Monday 17th June

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Aussie rockers DMAs are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Monday 17th June 2019. Following the success of their headline UK shows last year, as well as support slots […]

Chart Dominating Powerhouse DRAKE Announces 3 Shows at Dublin's 3Arena in March
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Chart Dominating Powerhouse DRAKE Announces 3 Shows at Dublin’s 3Arena in March

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Today, platinum-selling, chart-dominating powerhouse Drake announces the ‘ASSASSINATION VACATION TOUR’ with support from fellow Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter Tory Lanez. Fresh off the back of his sell-out U.S tour, Drake will be taking his stellar production onto the […]

Gang of Four
New Music

GANG OF FOUR release new single “PAPER THIN” from upcoming album HAPPY NOW – Listen

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Pioneering post-punk band, the Gang of Four were formed by guitarist Andy Gill in the bricolage punk rock fallout culture of late seventies Leeds – a place where art was a mirror and guitars were machine guns. They […]

SLEEPER Announce first new music for 20 yrs. New album 'The Modern Age' Released March 2019. Listen to Single 'Look At You Now'
Gigs

SLEEPER have unveiled the video for their current single ‘Look At You Now’ – Watch Now

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

SLEEPER have unveiled the video for their current single ‘Look At You Now’ and announced a handful of in-stores. The recently-reformed 4-piece will pitch up at 3 records stores in March to perform tracks from […]

Track of the Day: Model Depose - "Bombs Are Falling"
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Model Depose – “Bombs Are Falling”

January 22, 2019 Amanda Stock

Breaths of synth add foreboding to this cracking new track from new wave/synth pop electronic five-piece Model Depose who hails from the Netherlands. Bombs Are Falling is a taster of the band’s sophomore album to […]

ALIAS KID Announce Brand New Single ‘INGLORIOUS’ Released 1st February
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ALIAS KID Announce Brand New Single ‘INGLORIOUS’ Released 1st February

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Alias Kid are set to release their BRAND NEW single ‘Inglorious’ on 1st February. Available for pre-order HERE and pre-save (Spotify) HERE, the punchy new track will coincide with the band’s first gig of 2019 and […]

LAMB Announce details of their seventh studio album, 'The Secret of Letting Go' - Listen to track
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LAMB Announce details of their seventh studio album, ‘The Secret of Letting Go’ – Listen to track

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Lamb has announced details of their seventh studio album, The Secret of Letting Go, due for release on Cooking Vinyl on April 26th 2019. The Secret of Letting Go is all about the space between sounds. […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: BRONCHO - 'Keep It In Line' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: BRONCHO – ‘Keep It In Line’ – Watch Now

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Oklahoma band BRONCHO will be heading out on a UK headline tour in Feb/March, stopping off in Glasgow, Manchester, London and Brighton – they’ll also be doing a one-day session at the legendary Abbey Road Studios and […]

DIDO Unveils New Single 'Give You Up' - Listen Now
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DIDO Unveils New Single ‘Give You Up’ – Listen Now

January 22, 2019 XS Noize

Dido Releases her stunning new single ‘Give You Up’, taken from her first album in five years, ‘Still On My Mind’, out March 8th on BMG. Incredibly empowering and moving, ‘Give You Up’ was written […]

INTERVIEW: Sleaford Mods' Jason Williamson discusses new album ETON ALIVE 1
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INTERVIEW: Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson discusses new album ETON ALIVE

January 21, 2019 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 […]

ALBUM REVIEW: TOY - Happy In The Hollow
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: TOY – Happy In The Hollow

January 21, 2019 Ben P Scott

To critics of the London band Toy (including myself) a few songs aside, there has often been something about their music that’s never quite clicked into place. However, after a four-year absence, the group’s fourth […]

DMA'S Return to the UK for a headline tour in April
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DMA’S Return to the UK for a headline tour in April

January 21, 2019 XS Noize

DMA’S have announced that they will be returning to the UK for a headline tour in April. Tickets go on sale at 10 am on Friday 25 January at www.dmasdmas.com. The band recently completed a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: McDermott's 2 Hours vs Levellers - Besieged
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: McDermott’s 2 Hours vs Levellers – Besieged

January 21, 2019 Michael Barron

In 1986, McDermott’s 2 Hours was founded by Nick Burbridge. Two years later, The Levellers, who cite McDermott’s 2 Hours as a “major formative influence”, formed. The Levellers would cover McDermott’s 2 Hours “Dirty Davey” […]

Track of the Day – Hannah Grace – 'With You' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day – Hannah Grace – ‘With You’ – Listen Now

January 21, 2019 Amanda Stock

Hannah Grace has released her brand new single ‘With You’ through Never Fade Records. Already proving a radio hit as a current feature on the BBC Radio Wales A-List, ‘With You’ is a bold demonstration […]

SWERVEDRIVER Announce New album 'Future Ruins' out 25th January via Rock Action
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SWERVEDRIVER Announce New album ‘Future Ruins’ out 25th January via Rock Action

January 21, 2019 XS Noize

Rock Action are proud to announce the signing of British alt. rock legends SWERVEDRIVER. The band will release their brand new album Future Ruins on January 25th and are previewing the record with the brand […]

BEVERLEY KNIGHT Announced as Guest Artist for ANDREA BOCELLI at The SSE Arena, Belfast: Thursday 24 October
Gigs

BEVERLEY KNIGHT Announced as Guest Artist for ANDREA BOCELLI at The SSE Arena, Belfast: Thursday 24 October

January 21, 2019 XS Noize

The world’s most beloved tenor, Andrea Bocelli, is delighted to announce that the queen of British Soul Beverley Knight will join him on his highly anticipated upcoming headline tour this autumn.  2019 sees Beverley celebrate an […]

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