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        • Tricky
          News

          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

          Belfast TradFest
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          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
          News

          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • 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 […]

          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 […]

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JUNGLE [Live] announce Belfast Limelight 1 show, Tuesday, February 19th 2019
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JUNGLE [Live] announce Belfast Limelight 1 show, Tuesday, February 19th 2019

October 12, 2018 XS Noize

London group Jungle is pleased to announce a DEBUT headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday, February 19th 2019. Jungle released their new album ‘For Ever’ on September 14th of this year to […]

PREMIERE: The Good Water return with psych-rock single ‘TELL ME WHAT TO DO’ - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: The Good Water return with psych-rock single ‘TELL ME WHAT TO DO’ – Listen Now

October 12, 2018 XS Noize

If you like old school 60’s psych, bands like The Coral, you’ll love this – Steve Lamacq, BBC 6Music Birmingham psych-rockers The Good Water are back with their new single Tell Me What To Do […]

THE PRODIGY announce UK + European dates
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THE PRODIGY share new track, ‘Fight Fire With Fire’ (ft. Ho99o9) – Listen Now

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

The Prodigy have today unveiled new track ‘Fight Fire With Fire’ (ft. Ho99o9), taken from the forthcoming album ‘No Tourists’. ‘Fight Fire With Fire’ (ft. Ho99o9) is available to stream, download and as an instant […]

TOM ROBINSON to play The Elmwood Hall in Belfast, Saturday 13th October
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TOM ROBINSON to play The Elmwood Hall in Belfast, Saturday 13th October

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

The Tom Robinson Band’s debut album Power In The Darkness was first performed 40 years ago in Victoria Park, London in front of 80,000 people at Rock Against Racism’s Carnival Against The Nazis alongside Steel […]

U2 Zooropa Available on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day
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U2 Zooropa Available on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

Island Records have announced the release of Zooropa on blue vinyl as part of National Album Day in the UK. Available in HMV stores across the UK from 13th October and also on U2.com. Zooropa is […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Sugarspun - Will It Be This Way Forever? - Listen Now 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sugarspun, ‘Will It be This Way Forever?’ – Watch Now

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

Sugarspun’s first gig was in 2017 and within a year they have been going out on headline tours and playing multiple sell out shows. 2018 saw the band release their debut single ‘Spaceman Dreams’ on […]

Former Maccabees frontman ORLANDO WEEKS & comedian PAUL WHITEHOUSE team up for 'THE GRITTERMAN' Christmas live shows 1
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Former Maccabees frontman ORLANDO WEEKS & comedian PAUL WHITEHOUSE team up for ‘THE GRITTERMAN’ Christmas live shows

October 11, 2018 XS Noize

A festive tradition in the making, Orlando Weeks will revisit his debut book ‘The Gritterman’ and its companion album (produced by the Grammy-winning Markus Dravs) with three special live concert performances this Christmas time. Joined by Paul Whitehouse as The Gritterman, Weeks will recreate the album with the backing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: She Makes War - Brace For Impact
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: She Makes War – Brace For Impact

October 10, 2018 Ben P Scott

This week saw the release of the new She Makes War album ‘Brace For Impact’, which is at number 47 in the midweek charts. It marks a long-overdue chart debut for the brilliant Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist Laura Kidd, who […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Black Watch, 'Georgette, Georgette' - Listen Now 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Black Watch, ‘Georgette, Georgette’ – Listen Now

October 10, 2018 XS Noize

Having written and released fifteen albums of sparkling, literate, jangly-distorted indie rock since his band’s inception in 1987 (as well as four works of comedic literary fiction and one book on the early films of […]

IN FOCUS// Paul Draper @ Limelight, Belfast 24/02/18 9
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PAUL DRAPER (Mansun) announces ‘Attack of the Grey Lantern – Live at The Ritz’ vinyl release

October 10, 2018 XS Noize

Paul Draper’s 14-date Spring ’18 tour celebrated the 21st anniversary of one of the most favoured British albums from the late Britpop era – Attack of the Grey Lantern. Recorded live at The Ritz, Manchester […]

INTERVIEW: Soul (Earl Ho) from Superorganism discusses upcoming UK tour 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Soul (Earl Ho) from Superorganism discusses upcoming UK tour

October 9, 2018 XS Noize

SUPERORGANISM is a Transatlantic group, who feature Maine, New England-based, Japanese vocalist Orono and a sprawling line up of international musicians/pop culture junkies currently living all under one roof in London ’s east end. The […]

ELECTRIC SIX announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Friday 22nd November 2019 1
Gigs

ELECTRIC SIX announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Friday 22nd November 2019

October 9, 2018 XS Noize

Experimental rock outfit Electric Six have announced their return to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 2 on Friday November 22nd 2019. The Detroit six-piece, famous for upbeat tunes like ‘Danger, High Voltage’, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Editors Welcomed Back to Southampton 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Editors Welcomed Back to Southampton

October 9, 2018 Helen Russell

Editors Violence Tour kicked off last night in Southampton for the first night of their tour. With a crowd that did not get going till three-quarters of the way through the set. Overall the gig […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Estrons - You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Estrons – You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough

October 9, 2018 Ben P Scott

“Estrons” is a Welsh word that roughly translates as “misfits” or “outsiders”, and the moniker chosen by a Welsh outfit who became hotly-tipped following three years of superb EP tracks and high energy gigs. Now, […]

FATHER TED STAR JOE ROONEY (Fr. DAMO) Headlines this weeks LIMELIGHT COMEDY CLUB 1
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FATHER TED STAR JOE ROONEY (Fr. DAMO) Headlines this weeks LIMELIGHT COMEDY CLUB

October 8, 2018 XS Noize

In 2015 Shane Todd hosted, wrote for & performed on BBC Two NI’s Saturday night primetime show Late License; he also hosts the BBC Radio Ulster show Live at the Sunflower and The Shane Todd […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Hazel Iris - 'A Prince' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Hazel Iris – ‘A Prince’ – Watch Now

October 8, 2018 XS Noize

Eccentric storytelling singer-songwriter Hazel Iris is pleased to announce details for her highly anticipated debut album ‘Nine Sisters’ due this October and will be accompanied by an exclusive show on Thursday 25 October at one […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Shotty Horroh - Salt of the Earth
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Shotty Horroh – Salt of the Earth

October 8, 2018 Michael Barron

In a recent interview with Xs Noize, Shotty Horroh (Adam Rooney) told us: “Music, in my opinion, has gone a bit two dimensional lately – you kind of know what the formula is going to […]

SHE DREW THE GUN announce 2019 headline tour
Gigs

SHE DREW THE GUN announce 2019 headline tour

October 5, 2018 XS Noize

With their acclaimed second album ‘Revolution Of Mind’ released today, She Drew The Gun have announced a headline tour for February and March 2019. The tour will be the biggest yet by the critically acclaimed […]

GARY NUMAN announces new EP & Live Album ahead of UK tour
Gigs

GARY NUMAN announces new EP & Live Album ahead of UK tour

October 5, 2018 XS Noize

Gary Numan has today announced the release of ‘The Fallen EP’ on November 9th. ‘The Fallen EP’ consists of 3 new tracks ‘It Will End Here’, ‘The Promise’ and ‘If We Had Known’. It will […]

EAGLES 2019 World Tour Coming to Dublin's 3Arena on Saturday 6th July
Gigs

THE EAGLES have added an extra Dublin date due to phenomenal public demand

October 5, 2018 XS Noize

The Eagles have added an extra Dublin date due to phenomenal public demand. Tickets are on sale now for the extra date at Dublin’s 3Arena on 8 July. The Eagles will now perform two Dublin […]

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