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        • Everyone Says Hi
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          Everyone Says Hi return with infectious new single ‘Just Like That’

          May 8, 2026

          After the release of their acclaimed self-titled debut album last year, indie-pop supergroup Everyone Says Hi are back with their first single of the new year, “Just Like That”. The track is taken from their […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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          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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CHRIS REARDON - Shares video for 'Acid Rain' - Watch HERE
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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 […]

WOLF ALICE - Play BELFAST'S ULSTER HALL in support of 2nd album 'Visions Of A Life'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wolf Alice – ‘Visions of Life’

October 3, 2017 Lori Gava

There are duel occurrences that inform the band Wolf Alice’s second release “Visions of Life”. The first being the disorienting effect of success that their debut LP 2015’s “My Love is Cool” brought to the […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Otherkin - 'OK'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Otherkin – ‘OK’

October 3, 2017 Lori Gava

It is always exciting to catch a young band on their way up the ladder to musical success. Otherkin has the potential to be one of those bands. They are releasing their first full-length LP […]

INTERVIEW: SOUP J5 of the legendary Jurassic 5
Interviews

INTERVIEW: SOUP J5 of the legendary Jurassic 5

October 2, 2017 XS Noize

Soup J5 came up and found fame as part of the iconic, gold-selling Hip-Hop group Jurassic 5. With over 25 years in the music industry, Soup has received gold records for his work on Wu-Tang’s […]

THOM YORKE RELEASES NEW SOLO ALBUM 'TOMORROWS MODERN BOXES' THROUGH BIT TORRENT
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THOM YORKE – Announces ‘Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes’ Reissue + US Live Dates

October 2, 2017 XS Noize

Thom Yorke will perform two US headline shows in a live mix with Nigel Godrich and visual artist Tarik Barri. Playing tracks from across his solo material, the two dates are an addition to his […]

LIAM GALLAGHER - Announces UK + Ireland Tour + New Single 'Wall of Glass'
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LIAM GALLAGHER – Shares New Video For ‘GREEDY SOUL’ Filmed At Air Studios – Watch Now!

October 2, 2017 XS Noize

After his explosive performance on ‘Later… with Jools Holland’, the iconic Liam Gallagher continues to build anticipation for his debut solo album ‘As You Were’ by sharing a video for the latest album cut ‘Greedy […]

EMBRACE - Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED - Listen to track
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EMBRACE – Premiere official video for new track ‘The Finish Line’

October 2, 2017 XS Noize

Embrace have premiered the official video for new track The Finish Line following the recent announcement of their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED released on 9th March 2018 through Cooking Vinyl. 20 […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Halina Rice - 'Atoms' - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: Halina Rice – ‘Atoms’ – Listen Now!

October 2, 2017 XS Noize

We are pleased to premiere ‘Atoms’ from rising London based avant-electronic producer, Halina Rice from Her debut album ‘REDUX’ out 20th October. “ATOMS is about two people, but one has a secret life and is […]

TRACK PREMIERE: The Steve McQueen's - 'Wolfboy' - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: The Steve McQueen’s – ‘Wolfboy’ – Listen Now!

September 29, 2017 XS Noize

We are pleased to premiere ‘Wolfboy’ from The Steve McQueen’s from their amazing album TERRAЯIUM out today. “For us, recording TERRAЯIUM was really about looking inward and finding futility in solitude; then fully resigned to […]

ARIEL PINK - Releases new video for 'Dedicated to Bobby Jameson' single, “Time to Live.” - Watch Now! 1
New Music

ARIEL PINK – Releases new video for ‘Dedicated to Bobby Jameson’ single, “Time to Live.” – Watch Now!

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

Today Ariel Pink releases a new video for Dedicated to Bobby Jameson single, “Time to Live.” The clip was directed by Ukranian art collective, Gorsad. The three-piece is revered for their raw, striking imagery exploring […]

BRITISH SEA POWER Announce autumn 2017 UK tour + further festival appearances
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BRITISH SEA POWER Announce autumn 2017 UK tour + further festival appearances

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

The country’s premier rock’n’roll outdoorsmen British Sea Power follow up a summer spent on festival stages by announcing an autumn tour of the UK. During the dates, the band play their biggest ever Manchester headline […]

Glen Hansard - Announces new album 'Between Two Shores' - Listen to Track 2
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Glen Hansard – Announces new album ‘Between Two Shores’ – Listen to Track

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

Marking his third solo album, singer-songwriter Glen Hansard will release Between Two Shores on January 19, 2018 via Anti-. Following up 2015’s GRAMMY nominated Didn’t He Ramble, and his 2012 solo debut Rhythm and Repose, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: ALIENS - 'Baby's Like An Alien,' Watch Now!
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: ALIENS – ‘Baby’s Like An Alien,’ Watch Now!

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

Led by Del Amitri’s Iain Harvie and writer & film-maker, Tim May, ALIENS began life as a songwriting project in 2016. As terrorist attacks continued, Syria descended into chaos, the Brexit storm broke, and Trump […]

Twitter All-Star James Blunt To Release His New Album ‘The Afterlove’ In March 1
Gigs

JAMES BLUNT – Has unveiled a striking new video for his moving single, ‘Don’t Give Me Those Eyes’

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

James Blunt has unveiled a striking new video for his moving single, ‘Don’t Give Me Those Eyes’, which is out now. Directed by Travis Kopach of Rad Brooklyn, the video stars James and Brazilian Victoria’s […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tony Steele and the Massacre - 'A Ballad For Dead Love,' Watch Now!
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Tony Steele and the Massacre – ‘A Ballad For Dead Love,’ Watch Now!

September 28, 2017 XS Noize

Known across their home city of Liverpool for their tight rhythms, textured layers and warm harmonies, Tony Steele and The Massacre are set to release their long-awaited second single ‘A Ballad For Dead Love’ at […]

U2 unveil the official video for "You’re The Best Thing About Me,” Watch Now!
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U2 unveil the official video for “You’re The Best Thing About Me,” Watch Now!

September 27, 2017 XS Noize

U2 have released the official video for “You’re The Best Thing About Me,” the first single from their highly anticipated 14th album, Songs of Experience set for release later this year. The video, directed by […]

MILBURN - Announce Brand New Album 'Time'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Milburn – ‘Time’

September 27, 2017 Elizabeth Manno

Four-piece Sheffield indie rockers, Milburn, are back with their first new album in 11 years. The band split up in 2008 after releasing just two albums, Well Well Well (2006) and These Are The Facts […]

MIKE FINNIGAN - To release his stunning debut album 'Home Again' in November
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MIKE FINNIGAN – To release his stunning debut album ‘Home Again’ in November

September 27, 2017 XS Noize

Mike Finnigan is a singer-songwriter hailing from Manchester, he first picked up a guitar when he was 16 and has been writing and playing ever since. Having cut his teeth playing the live circuit in […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lover - 'Fallen Famous' - Watch Now!
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lover – ‘Fallen Famous’ – Watch Now!

September 26, 2017 XS Noize

Fallen Famous is the brand new re-released single from six piece London based pop/rock band Lover. Taken from the album Human Geography, it continues the upward path from the London six-piece. 2017 is the year […]

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ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder – ‘The Best Of’

September 26, 2017 Michael Barron

Originally conceived as Reel in 1992; this brainchild of Grant Nicholas and John Lee would eventually become Feeder. With Taka Hirose, Feeder would release their first single in 1996 and go on to scoop 20 […]

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