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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 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
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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 […]

        • 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
          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
        • 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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MIDDLE KIDS Announce debut album 'Lost Friends' - check out first single 'MISTAKE'
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MIDDLE KIDS – Share New Single “On My Knees” from New Album “Lost Friends” – Listen

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Australian trio Middle Kids will release their debut album Lost Friends next month, and today they share new single “On My Knees”. The band explain the track is “about rejecting the value system of the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Preoccupations - 'New Material'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Preoccupations – ‘New Material’

April 5, 2018 Lori Gava

A number of indie aficionados are familiar with the contretemps the Canadian band Preoccupations encountered with their original band name Viet Cong. After the release of their critically acclaimed debut album in 2014, the band […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Frankie Cosmos - 'Vessel'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Frankie Cosmos – ‘Vessel’

April 5, 2018 Marcus Millar

“Vessel” is the new album from established New York Twee outfit Frankie Cosmos and their first on famed Indie label Sub Pop. While “Vessel” might just be the band’s most instrumentally refined album yet, it doesn’t […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album 'Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino' - Watch Trailer 1
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ARCTIC MONKEYS Announce New Album ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino’ – Watch Trailer

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys return with their sixth album, entitled Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino on Friday May 11, 2018. Produced by James Ford and Alex Turner, the album was recorded in Los Angeles, Paris and London. […]

DEAP VALLY announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Thursday June 28th
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DEAP VALLY announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Thursday June 28th

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

US rock duo DEAP VALLY are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Thursday, June 28th, 2018. What’s that smell? FUNK, derived from the Latin “fumigare,” meaning, “to smoke.” The […]

BEN HOWARD shares new single 'A Boat To An Island On The Wall' - Listen
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BEN HOWARD shares new single ‘A Boat To An Island On The Wall’ – Listen

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

A Boat To An Island On The Wall is the first new music that Ben and his band have shared since the release of his number 1 charting second album, I Forget Where We Were, […]

PREMIERE: North Sea Navigator -  'The Rend' (Luke Sanger remix) - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: North Sea Navigator – ‘The Rend’ (Luke Sanger remix) – Listen Now

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

North Sea Navigator is a Bristol-based composer, musician, recording artist, and producer whose scores have been released on albums ‘The Haunting’ and ‘Hope’ for Felt Music. The eponymous ‘North Sea Navigator’ album for Felt is […]

THE HORRORS share two new tracks, Fire Escape and Water Drop - Listen 1
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THE HORRORS share two new tracks, Fire Escape and Water Drop – Listen

April 4, 2018 XS Noize

The Horrors have shared two new tracks, Fire Escape and Water Drop. Taken from sessions for the bands critically acclaimed fifth album V, the bonus tracks are available to stream now. Listen here Speaking on […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND release new single ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ - Listen Now!
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BRAND NEW FRIEND release new single ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ – Listen Now!

April 4, 2018 XS Noize

Fresh from a UK tour with Pretty Vicious and Irish dates with Feeder, BRAND NEW FRIEND release the title track of their forthcoming debut album. ‘Seatbelts For Aeroplanes’ comes out today (4th April) and the […]

THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES Announce New Single 'Purple Heart' - Listen Now!
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THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES unveil new video for single ‘Purple Heart’ – Watch Now!

April 4, 2018 XS Noize

The Wood Burning Savages are a fast-paced punk rock band from Derry City, Northern Ireland. Proudly wearing the rebel spirit of their hometown on their sleeves, with pulsating riffs and a sharp political edge, they […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single
Gigs

GARY NUMAN & THE SKAPARIS ORCHESTRA announce UK tour

April 4, 2018 XS Noize

Gary Numan has announced a string of UK dates for November 2018 with The Skaparis Orchestra, including a date at the Royal Albert Hall, London. The full tour will go on sale this Friday 6th […]

SUNFLOWER BEAN Announce New Album Twentytwo in Blue out 23rd March 2
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INTERVIEW: SUNFLOWER BEAN – Discuss New Album ‘Twentytwo in Blue’

April 4, 2018 Elizabeth Manno

New York trio Sunflower Bean released their second record Twentytwo in Blue on March 23rd. The album comes almost two years and two months after the release of their critically acclaimed 2016 debut album Human […]

London synth-pop collective FRANC MOODY share new track ‘Dance Moves’ - Listen
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London synth-pop collective FRANC MOODY share new track ‘Dance Moves’ – Listen

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

London synth-pop collective Franc Moody share new track ‘Dance Moves’. Renowned for their hi-octane, immersive live shows, the group recently sold out their headline date @ Oslo, London on 28th February this year and are set […]

BAD WOLVES pay homage to Dolores O'Riordan in new 'Zombie' video 2
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Global sensations BAD WOLVES release ‘Better The Devil’ lyric video

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

Bad Wolves have released the new lyric video for ‘Better The Devil’, which is taken from their debut album Disobey, out May 11th on Eleven Seven Music. The new track follows the band’s recent cover […]

BAXTER DURY - Shares 'Prince of Tears' - Listen now!
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BAXTER DURY shares ‘Listen’ video, announces new tour dates

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

Baxter Dury has shared the Roger Sargent-directed video to ‘Listen’, the latest single from his critically acclaimed fifth record Prince of Tears, released 27th October 2017 via Heavenly Recordings. “Listen is an austere message on […]

MELODY'S ECHO CHAMBER Announces New Album, 'Bon Voyage,' Out June 15th 1
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MELODY’S ECHO CHAMBER Announces New Album, ‘Bon Voyage,’ Out June 15th

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

Melody’s Echo Chamber (aka Melody Prochet) has confirmed her second album, Bon Voyage, will be released on June 15th. Made up of seven expansive tracks, Bon Voyage marries Melody’s breathless soprano to the wildest sonic […]

LEVELLERS share new video for 'Liberty Song' - Watch Now
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LEVELLERS share new video for ‘Liberty Song’ – Watch Now

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

Brighton folk-punk band Levellers have released the video for the newly reworked and acoustic version of ‘Liberty Song’, taken from their new album, We The Collective, which is out now via On The Fiddle Recordings. […]

Northern Irish Hard Rock Band NO HOT ASHES Playing THE LIMELIGHT 2, Belfast on April 6th 2018
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Northern Irish Hard Rock Band NO HOT ASHES Playing THE LIMELIGHT 2, Belfast on April 6th 2018

April 3, 2018 XS Noize

“It’s a long way to the top if you wanna rock and roll” someone once said… and for Belfast’s NO HOT ASHES, it’s been a long time, 34 years to be precise, to see the […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS to release her new album 'Daphne & The Golden Chord', April 20th
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DAPHNE GUINNESS to release her new album ‘Daphne & The Golden Chord’, April 20th

April 2, 2018 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness will release her new album Daphne & The Golden Chord on April 20th, 2018 through Agent Anonyme/Absolute. Following Daphne’s critically applauded debut album, Optimist In Black, Tony Visconti is once again in the […]

Scottish singer-songwriter GERRY CINNAMON announces headline show @ Belfast Limelight
Gigs

Scottish singer-songwriter GERRY CINNAMON announces headline show @ Belfast Limelight

April 2, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Gerry Cinnamon is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday, June 01st 2018. With no hype machine, no radio play and no record label backing, Gerry Cinnamon […]

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