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        • Open House Festival
          News

          Open House Festival returns to Bangor with Lisa Hannigan, The Staves, Deirdre O’Kane and more

          April 8, 2026

          Lisa Hannigan, The Staves, Deirdre O’Kane, and The Tallest Man on Earth are just four of the acts performing at this year’s Open House Festival in Bangor, County Down. The Festival returns to Bangor for […]

          Jesse Roper
          News

          Jesse Roper channels indie-Americana spirit on new single ‘Green Eyed Lady’

          April 8, 2026

          Jesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour, his indie/Americana defined by his authenticity and an adventurous spirit that will appeal to fans of Leon Bridges, Alabama Shakes and JJ Cale. A master at connecting his personal […]

          The Strokes
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          The Strokes announce seventh album ‘Reality Awaits’ and share new single ‘Going Shopping’

          April 7, 2026

          Reality Awaits, the seventh studio album from The Strokes, is set for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. The new single “Going Shopping” is out now. Recorded in Costa Rica with producer Rick […]

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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
        • 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, […]

          TAVE
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • 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
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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 […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Junkerry - 'Miss Baker's Ride' - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Junkerry – ‘Miss Baker’s Ride’ – Watch Now

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

Junkerry is taking a different path to many musicians, she collaborates with visual artists and tech companies to create contemporary music based art projects. The Junkerry ethos is to merge artistic disciplines and genres, to […]

THE VAMPS Announce Belfast Show @ The SSE Arena, Tuesday 28th May 2019
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THE VAMPS Announce Belfast Show @ The SSE Arena, Tuesday 28th May 2019

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

The Vamps are certainly having a busy summer! Fresh from a US promo tour where they performed on some of the biggest TV shows in America, they now return to the UK with the announcement […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Wednesday 21st November 2018

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

UK rock band The Coral are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 21st November 2018. The Coral have announced details of their new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’, […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lúlla - 'Suffer' (Nude Disco Remix)
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lúlla – ‘Suffer’ (Nude Disco Remix)

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

Synth-pop duo Lúlla, DJ / producer Vern from Nude Disco & Icelandic singer/songwriter Heidrun Bjornsdottir, are pleased to announce the release of their brand new single ‘Suffer’ due this July via Nude Disco Records. They […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Henri - 'Last Dance' feat Imogen Rose
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TRACK PREMIERE: Henri – ‘Last Dance’ feat Imogen Rose

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Following her release on Anjunadeep earlier this year, DJ, producer and songwriter Henri makes her return with “Last Dance.” The track is laced with cinematic emotion with the ethereal Imogen Rose’s piercingly high haunting vocal […]

DEAF HAVANA reveal video for single SINNER from new album RITUALS
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DEAF HAVANA reveal video for single SINNER from new album RITUALS

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Deaf Havana can today reveal the official video for Sinner. This is the first single taken from Rituals, their forthcoming album which is out on August 3rd via SO recordings. Sinner has already received great […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Dan Bettridge 'Memphis, TN' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Dan Bettridge ‘Memphis, TN’ – Listen Now

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

Dan Bettridge is an artist whose output has defied rigid classification as soul, rock or country. Bettridge stands up with the kind of growl and swagger you’d expect from a singer-songwriter twice his age. In […]

INTERVIEW: Taylor Johnson of BRAND NEW FRIEND - "We made an album by accident"
Gigs

BRAND NEW FRIEND Unveil Video for New Single ‘Why Are You So Tired?’ + Live Dates

July 5, 2018 XS Noize

With 2018 proving to be their busiest year so far, Northern Irish quartet BRAND NEW FRIEND continue through the summer with the release of a new single ‘WHY ARE YOU SO TIRED?’ today 5th July. […]

JOHNNY MARR Announces New Album 'CALL THE COMET' To Be Released June 15th 2
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JUNE 2018 // Music Round-Up

July 4, 2018 Ben P Scott

Time for a look at some of the very best tracks of the last month or so in this new monthly round-up curated by DJ and writer Ben P Scott. This edition features new music […]

MENACE BEACH Share Video for 'Black Rainbow Sound' feat: Brix Smith - Watch Now 2
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MENACE BEACH Share Video for ‘Black Rainbow Sound’ feat: Brix Smith – Watch Now

July 4, 2018 XS Noize

After recently announcing their new album ‘Black Rainbow Sound’ is set for release August 31st via Memphis Industries, Leeds-based Menace Beach are sharing a new video for the lead single, which features vocals from Brix […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Joel Thomas - 'Promises' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Joel Thomas – ‘Promises’ – Listen Now

July 4, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Coming out of Liverpool and sounding wonderful right now is the young singer and songwriter Joel Thomas. With his indie-influenced sound starting to take real form and substance, he follows up the sun-soaked “Sunshine Funshine” […]

UGLY KID JOE 'America’s Least Wanted' 25th Anniversary Tour Comes To Belfast’s Limelight 1
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UGLY KID JOE ‘America’s Least Wanted’ 25th Anniversary Tour Comes To Belfast’s Limelight 1

July 4, 2018 XS Noize

Ugly Kid Joe will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their ‘America’s Least Wanted’ album with a Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Tuesday 04th September 2018. The band will perform the album in its […]

REWIND// June 1998
Rewind

REWIND// June 1998

July 3, 2018 Ben P Scott

A monthly look back at the music we were listening to exactly twenty years ago. All of these singles were released back in June 1998. You can read a bit about each individual track and […]

DMA'S reveal new live acoustic video for ‘IN THE AIR’ - Watch Now
The Listening Post

DMA’S release acoustic version of ‘In The Air’ – Watch Now

July 3, 2018 XS Noize

Sydney trio DMA’S have today released an acoustic version of the track ‘In The Air’. Their purity and command of songcraft is on vivid display throughout this version. It’s a beautiful ballad, with sweeping production, […]

FATHERSON Announce Headline Show @ Voodoo, Belfast, Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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FATHERSON Announce Headline Show @ Voodoo, Belfast, Tuesday 2nd October 2018

July 3, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish alternative rock outfit Fatherson, are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show on Tuesday 02nd October 2018 at Voodoo. The band who release their new album ‘Sum Of All Your Parts’ in September 2018 […]

MARK LANEGAN & DUKE GARWOOD announce With Animals, due 24th August on Heavenly Recordings, plus UK live dates
News

MARK LANEGAN & DUKE GARWOOD share video for “With Animals”

July 2, 2018 XS Noize

With their second album With Animals due for release 24th August via Heavenly Recordings, Mark Lanegan & Duke Garwood unveil the LP’s deep and brooding title track as a single. Mark Lanegan says of the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Fancy Cars - "Brave"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Fancy Cars – “Brave”

July 2, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Released and ready to hear through Universal Music Germany this week is “Brave” from Fancy Cars. They have really captured the essence of summer with this pop-influenced track, and it follows previous successes including “Time […]

THE TWANG Release ‘Either Way, It’s The Best Of The Twang’ Ahead of UK Tour
News

THE TWANG returning to stages in December

July 2, 2018 XS Noize

Following a heady support slot on Friday night for Shed Seven at Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl, The Twang today announce their return to the stage with headline shows planned for December 2018. Playing just a handful […]

THE DOORS ALIVE Announce Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Saturday 10th November 2018
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THE DOORS ALIVE Announce Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Saturday 10th November 2018

July 2, 2018 XS Noize

The Doors Alive are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday 10th November 2018. The Doors Alive are a British tribute band widely regarded as […]

PALE WAVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Elmwood Hall on Friday 5th October
The Listening Post

PALE WAVES unveil new track ‘Noises’ – Listen Now

July 1, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves today unveiled new track ‘Noises’. This follows the release of their latest single ‘Kiss’ and comes in the wake of a string of tour announcements for the UK, Europe, Ireland and North America, […]

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