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          MUSE share immersive interstellar video for new track ‘Cryogen’ ahead of new album The Wow! Signal

          May 8, 2026

          MUSE release the official music video for “Cryogen.” Directed by Elliott Gonzo (Fatboy Slim, The Rolling Stones), the immersive visual only furthers the mysterious interstellar mythos surrounding the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal. Bringing the desolate […]

          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 […]

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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
          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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TRACK OF THE DAY: Blondage - 'Call It Off'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Blondage – ‘Call It Off’

October 9, 2017 Amanda Stock

It’s always interesting listening to a new single from Danish duo Blondage as each release is quite unpredictable. They are well-known and loved for their experimental, electronic, hard-edged pop. But there is always something just […]

THE DEARS - 
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Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Dears – Oslo, Hackney, London

October 9, 2017 Michael Barron

Frontman Murray Lightburn has been compared vocally to both Damon Albarn and Morrissey. Like Morrissey, Murray is not afraid to express himself. Even in the twenty-first century, “the music press won’t ever allow a black […]

BRYAN FERRY - To Play BELFAST, WATERFRONT - For ONE NIGHT ONLY, APRIL 2018
Gigs

BRYAN FERRY – To Play BELFAST, WATERFRONT – For ONE NIGHT ONLY, APRIL 2018

October 9, 2017 XS Noize

BRYAN FERRY LIVE AT THE WATERFRONT, BELFAST – FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY 23 APRIL 2018 – *Tickets go on sale this Friday, 13th October* He is one of the most iconic and innovative singers and […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release new single “HOLY MOUNTAIN” – first new material in over 2 years

October 9, 2017 XS Noize

After teasing fragments of songs and art from new album, Who Built The Moon?, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds turn fans’ attention to the release of ‘Holy Mountain’, the first single to be taken from […]

Austrian Indie Pop band LIKE ELEPHANTS to release new EP
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Austrian Indie Pop band LIKE ELEPHANTS to release new EP

October 6, 2017 XS Noize

Like Elephants are an Austrian Indie Pop band, formed in 2014 by Viktor Koch (lead vocals, guitar), Martin Wührer (guitar, vocals), Roland Gugerbauer (bass), Christian Luger (drums) and Manuel Hauer (synthesizers). Their musical style can […]

MAROON 5 - Announce Highly Anticipated 6th Album 'Red Pill Blues' - Out November
New Music

MAROON 5 – Announce Highly Anticipated 6th Album ‘Red Pill Blues’ – Out November

October 6, 2017 XS Noize

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum band Maroon 5 announce their highly anticipated 6th studio album ‘Red Pill Blues’ is set to debut on November 3, 2017 (Polydor). Executive produced by J. Kash, and featuring special guest […]

HOWIE PAYNE - Releases New Single ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, - Listen Now!
The Listening Post

HOWIE PAYNE – Releases New Single ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, – Listen Now!

October 6, 2017 XS Noize

Howie Payne today releases a new single, ‘Hold Steady The Wire’, the latest track to emerge from his long-awaited new album ‘Mountain’, to be released on October 27th on Full Stack Records. The new album, […]

CABBAGE - Announce London Headline Show
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Cabbage – Live at ULU – 05/10/2017

October 6, 2017 Michael Barron

“Indie rock’s lowest common denominator.” This is how Cabbage describes their sound. What inspired this five-piece band from Mossley, 8.9 miles east of Manchester to form in 2015? Answer: Coronation Street. Most notably “Peter Barlow […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Dhani Harrison - IN///PARALLEL
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dhani Harrison – IN///PARALLEL

October 5, 2017 Michael Barron

There is no escaping that Dhani looks exactly like his late father, George Harrison. Furthermore, Dhani’s vocals are also identical. Footage of Dhani covering his father’s songs is haunting. This may explain why Dhani has […]

Acoustic guitarist ANDY MCKEE - Embarks on “The Next Chapter Tour”
Gigs

Acoustic guitarist ANDY MCKEE – Embarks on “The Next Chapter Tour”

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

Andy McKee is among the world’s finest acoustic guitarists. His youthful energy and attention to song structure and melodic content elevates him above the rest. He entertains both the eye and the ear as he […]

London three piece ARCTIC LAKE share breathtaking new single 'Forget About It All'
Gigs

London three piece ARCTIC LAKE share breathtaking new single ‘Forget About It All’

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

London three-piece Arctic Lake have returned with new single ‘Forget About It All’, the third track from their forthcoming EP Closer, set for release on 20th October. Once again building on an atmospheric, delicately layered […]

Listen to 'Oceans' the debut single from new fuzzy pop band The Yada Yada Yadas
The Listening Post

Listen to ‘Oceans’ the debut single from new fuzzy pop band The Yada Yada Yadas

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

The Yada Yada Yadas are a recently formed Durham-based alternative rock band that have truly mastered the craft of writing beautifully silly pop songs, and burying them deep beneath piles of dirt, feedback, and uncompromisingly […]

DMA'S - Release New Song "Dawning" - Listen Now!
The Listening Post

DMA’S – Release New Song “Dawning” – Listen Now!

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

DMA’S are back with a new track, it’s an absolute anthem and has the excitement and stadium-like sound the band is known for. Their debut album Hill’s End was released in 2016 via Mom+Pop Music […]

THE SHERLOCKS release new video & announce debut album 2
Gigs

THE SHERLOCKS – Announce biggest UK headline tour to date

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

Following the recent success of their debut album, ‘Live For The Moment’, The Sherlocks have today announced their biggest UK headline tour to date in February 2018 (full dates below). The tour will go on […]

INERTIA - Celebrate their 25th anniversary with new album ’Dream Machine’, - Listen to track
The Listening Post

INERTIA – Celebrate their 25th anniversary with new album ’Dream Machine’, – Listen to track

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

Fronted by Reza Udhin (also of Killing Joke and Black Volition), Inertia are celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2017 with ’Dream Machine’. The band’s 13th album, it includes the recent ‘Only Law’ single, which reached […]

PROPAGANDHI - Announce 2018 European spring tour with UK shows
Gigs

PROPAGANDHI – Announce 2018 European spring tour with UK shows

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

Propagandhi have announced a European tour in April and May 2018. After a handful of UK shows starting on April 20th, the band will kick off the mainland Europe run of the tour with a […]

INTERVIEW: Dhani Harrison talks about his debut album - IN///PARALLEL 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Dhani Harrison talks about his debut album – IN///PARALLEL

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

Grammy Award-winning musician Dhani Harrison’s first solo album ‘IN///PARALLEL’ will be released on October 6 through BMG. Echoing influences from his time as a composer over the past few years, the music of IN///PARALLEL paints […]

THE BOXER REBELLION - Share Video For Brilliant New Track - 'What The F**k', Watch Now!
News

THE BOXER REBELLION – Share Video For Brilliant New Track – ‘What The F**k’, Watch Now!

October 4, 2017 XS Noize

“What The Fuck” – the latest song from the London-based band The Boxer Rebellion – is a reflective monologue, a note to self, aimed at cutting through the noise of the socially and politically turbulent […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Liam Gallagher - As You Were
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Liam Gallagher – As You Were

October 3, 2017 Elizabeth Manno

After two sub-par Beady Eye records and a messy divorce, former Oasis frontman, working-class hero, and the voice of a generation, Liam Gallagher thought about quitting music for good. After his post-Oasis band, Beady Eye, […]

CHRIS REARDON - Shares video for 'Acid Rain' - Watch HERE
Gigs

CHRIS REARDON – Shares video for ‘Acid Rain’ – Watch HERE

October 3, 2017 XS Noize

Chris Reardon has just released his ‘From The Outside In’ EP, a collection of songs about dealing with changing circumstances; being an emotional voyeur and how the outside world affects you. The opening track from […]

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