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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
          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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MGMT Announce Feb 9th Release Date for 'Little Dark Age'
Gigs

MGMT Release Video For New Album Track “Me & Michael”

February 8, 2018 XS Noize

MGMT released “Me & Michael” accompanied by a narrative based music video directed by Joey Frank and Randy Lee Maitland. Maitland. The video tells the story of MGMT being moved to steal a song written […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Matto Rules - 'Mind Cab' - Watch Now!
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Matto Rules – ‘Mind Cab’ – Watch Now!

February 7, 2018 XS Noize

MATTO RULES DELVE DEEP INTO THEIR ‘MIND CAB’ ON NEW SINGLE Strutting new track from indie-electro band is lifted from upcoming new album Hidden Scenes. Indie-electro band Matto Rules return today with the psych-disco stomp […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will Grands - 'Put Me Away'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Will Grands – ‘Put Me Away’

February 7, 2018 Gemma Harewood

After having achieved a mammoth 30 million streams on the original single “Watching You,” Amsterdam’s Will Grands makes a strong return with his latest track this week. Now out is his “Put Me Away,” which […]

THE BREEDERS release video for Kim Deal's 'Joanne' cover & Neil Gaiman essay
Gigs

THE BREEDERS release video for Kim Deal’s ‘Joanne’ cover & Neil Gaiman essay

February 7, 2018 XS Noize

When the Breeders reunited to release their first new music in a decade – 2017 single ‘Wait in the Car’ – they formed a series of limited 7″ releases. On one, Kim Deal’s dreamy reimagining […]

RED RUM CLUB release new single Calexico - Listen Now! 1
The Listening Post

RED RUM CLUB release new single Calexico – Listen Now!

February 7, 2018 XS Noize

Check out the new single from Red Rum Club. Its called ‘Calexico’ and its a must listen. ‘Calexico’ is released Friday 16th February on ROOFTOP. Red Rum Club is a sextet from Liverpool, channelling ‘Tarantino […]

Björk Announces Ninth Studio Album - 'Utopia' 1
News

Björk releases limited edition Aqua vinyl of ‘Blissing Me’ remixes

February 7, 2018 XS Noize

Designed by long term collaborators M/M, Björk is releasing a limited edition vinyl of the ‘Blissing Me’ remixes. The vinyl is aqua and packaged in a beautiful sleeve that also uses stills from the lush […]

Damon Dash's Film, "Honor Up," Gives a Violent, Soulful Rendition of Urban Life 1
Features

Damon Dash’s Film, “Honor Up,” Gives a Violent, Soulful Rendition of Urban Life

February 7, 2018 Allison Kugel

The life of Damon Dash appears to be an epic triumph to some, a Shakespearean tragedy to others. It depends on where you’re standing when you look at him. After speaking with the hip-hop mogul […]

Kent psychedelic rockers MAKER utilise Oasis' instruments to create storming debut album, 'DEA': set for release on 6th April 2018
Gigs

Kent psychedelic rockers MAKER utilise Oasis’ instruments to create storming debut album, ‘DEA’: set for release on 6th April 2018

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Maker are a psychedelic bluesy punch, stirred with a fist full of soul, made up of band members Alessandro Marinelli (vocals), brothers Andrew Donaldson (guitar) & Gavin Donaldson (drums), plus John Austin (bass). The Kent […]

THE STUNNING Announce New Album ‘TWICE AROUND THE WORLD’ - Out March 16TH
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THE STUNNING Announce New Album ‘TWICE AROUND THE WORLD’ – Out March 16TH

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Re-recorded, refreshed, and rocking – ‘TWICE AROUND THE WORLD’ is a brand new recording featuring the best of their long unavailable, number one, hit album ‘Once Around the World’. With extra tracks, including the single […]

STING & SHAGGY unveil New Video for “Don’t Make Me Wait” - Watch Now!
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STING & SHAGGY unveil New Video for “Don’t Make Me Wait” – Watch Now!

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Filmed in Kingston, Jamaica, the new video for Sting and Shaggy’s track Don’t Make Me Wait was directed by Gil Green (Nicki Minaj, Drake, John Legend) and celebrates the duo’s mutual love of Jamaica, its […]

Meg Remy has released a fourth new U.S. Girls song and video for 'Rosebud' - Watch Now
Gigs

Meg Remy has released a fourth new U.S. Girls song and video for ‘Rosebud’ – Watch Now

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Multi-disciplinary Toronto artist Meg Remy has released a fourth new U.S. Girls song and video for ‘Rosebud’ from her forthcoming album, In a Poem Unlimited . A breathless synth anthem written by the legendary Rich […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND Announce Debut Album ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ out 27th APRIL
Gigs

BRAND NEW FRIEND Announce Debut Album ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ out 27th APRIL

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Northern Irish quartet BRAND NEW FRIEND release a new single ‘Girl’ today, Tuesday 6th February. This is the first track to be taken from their debut album ‘Seatbelts for Aeroplanes’ which comes out on 27th […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Levellers - Camden Roundhouse, London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Levellers – Camden Roundhouse, London

February 6, 2018 Michael Barron

In 2017, The Telegraph included The Levellers 1994 Glastonbury performance in the “top 50 best Glastonbury performances ever”. This performance drew the biggest crowd the Pyramid Stage ever saw with up to “300,000 people” seeing […]

IN FOCUS// The Menzingers @ Belfast’s Limelight II 1
Gigs

IN FOCUS// The Menzingers @ Belfast’s Limelight II

February 6, 2018 Clair McAllister

Following the success of their 5th studio album ‘After The Party,’ The Menzingers brought their contagious brand of Pennsylvanian punk rock to the Emerald Isle, gracing Dublin’s Whelans and Belfast’s Limelight II with their energetic […]

IN FOCUS// Hot Snakes @ Glasgow Broadcast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Hot Snakes @ Glasgow Broadcast

February 6, 2018 Clair McAllister

With a new album hot off the press, and an impressive resumé of associated acts, Hot Snakes made the journey across the pond to share the post-hardcore ‘Audit In Progress’ to an adoring UK audience […]

Manchester's Dantevilles unveil new single, 'Blackjack' - Listen Now!
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Manchester’s Dantevilles unveil new single, ‘Blackjack’ – Listen Now!

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

Check out Blackjack the new single from Manchester fourpiece Dantevilles released through Heist or Hit on 26th January. Dantevilles are a new breed of Manchester band singing songs for a New North. Their inspired yet […]

Good Vibrations Comes To The Lyric Theatre as part of its 50th anniversary programme
News

Good Vibrations Comes To The Lyric Theatre as part of its 50th anniversary programme

February 6, 2018 XS Noize

The Lyric Theatre is thrilled to announce that as part of its 50th-anniversary programme and to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Good Vibrations, the story of influential music promoter, producer and legendary founder of the […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2 in May
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WE ARE SCIENTISTS Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2 in May

February 5, 2018 XS Noize

Brooklyn, New York-based power pop troupe, We Are Scientists are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday, May 11th, 2018. The band are set to return with their sixth […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Field Music - Open Here
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Field Music – Open Here

February 4, 2018 Lori Gava

Hailing from Sunderland, UK brothers David and Peter Brewis, backbones of the musical entity Field Music, are once again releasing an impressive recording. On February 2 “Open Here” their sixth release arrives in all the […]

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: The Smiths - Meat Is Murder 1
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: The Smiths – Meat Is Murder

February 4, 2018 Lori Gava

The Smiths’ immeasurable influence casts a long shadow on the music scene that has transpired since their inception. The band is frequently heralded with accolades like “The most influential band of the 80’s, and the […]

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