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        • Open House Festival
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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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TRACK OF THE DAY: Vile Assembly - "Gone"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Vile Assembly – “Gone”

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

Vile Assembly are Mark Wainwright, Mark Webb and Paul Mason, a tight knit trio of songwriters, musicians and producers. Spiralling from the success of their debut single earlier this year, the Liverpool based Punk trio […]

BRIX & THE EXTRICATED - Share new track "Moonrise Kingdom" - Listen HERE
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BRIX & THE EXTRICATED – Share new track “Moonrise Kingdom” – Listen HERE

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

Brix & The Extricated will release their new single ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ on 15th September on Blang Records. Brix & the Extricated have – in the words of an old Fall lyric – something of a […]

KASABIAN -  Announce 11 Date UK Tour
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KASABIAN – Announce 11 Date UK Tour

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

As Kasabian prepare to make Reading/Leeds 2017 their own, the band have announced a must see 11 date UK arena tour for November/December ensuring they make this year their best ever. Since releasing their glorious […]

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING - Announce their biggest ever tour for spring 2018
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EVERYTHING EVERYTHING – Announce their biggest ever tour for spring 2018

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

Everything Everything have announced their latest UK and Ireland tour, kicking off in February 2018 at Dublin Olympia before culminating on 10 March at Alexandra Palace in London. The Alexandra Palace show will see them […]

TAYLOR SWIFT - Releases new single "Look What You Made Me Do" - Listen HERE
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TAYLOR SWIFT – Releases new single “Look What You Made Me Do” – Listen HERE

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

Singer, songwriter, musician and producer, Taylor Swift, has released “Look What You Made Me Do,” today on iTunes and all streaming outlets. “Look What You Made Me Do” is the first new single from Taylor’s […]

IN FOCUS// Muse and Biffy Clyro rock Belfast Vital 2017 13
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Muse and Biffy Clyro rock Belfast Vital 2017

August 25, 2017 Clair McAllister

Muse and Biffy Clyro rocked Belfast Vital 2017 on Wednesday night Clair McAllister was on hand to take these great shots.   Biffy Clyro Belfast Vital 2017             Muse Belfast […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Rising Indie-pop Aussie star LOU SCARRS debuts summer track 'All I Ever Knew'
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TRACK PREMIERE: Rising Indie-pop Aussie star LOU SCARRS debuts summer track ‘All I Ever Knew’

August 25, 2017 XS Noize

LOU SCARRS’ schedule for his former musical project looked like a young musician’s dream come true: Glastonbury in the UK, check. SXSW in the US, check. Australian Festivals Splendour In The Grass, Big Day Out […]

INTERVIEW: Starsailors’ James Walsh: "It's great to still be active in music" 2
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INTERVIEW: Starsailors’ James Walsh: “It’s great to still be active in music”

August 24, 2017 XS Noize

British quartet Starsailor, release their brand new album All This Life, on September 1st via Cooking Vinyl. All This Life is their fifth studio album – and first since 2009 – All This Life finds Starsailor […]

LEA PORCELAIN - Unveil video for ‘Loose Life’ & alt-J remix
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LEA PORCELAIN – Unveil video for ‘Loose Life’ & alt-J remix

August 24, 2017 XS Noize

Having recently announced their own London headline show at Sebright Arms on 29th August, Lea Porcelain have also been confirmed to play Reading and Leeds Festival this year. The duo who released their debut album […]

BECK - Confirms new album "Colors" for October release
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BECK – Confirms new album “Colors” for October release

August 24, 2017 XS Noize

Hailed in advance by ROLLING STONE as a “euphoric blast of experimental pop,” Beck’s 13th album Colors has been confirmed for an October 13 release on Capitol Records. Possibly the most aptly titled work in […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Steven Wilson - "To The Bone"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Steven Wilson – “To The Bone”

August 24, 2017 Fionn Crossan

Steven Wilson, formerly of Porcupine Tree, this year released his 5th solo album “To The Bone”. The renowned progressive rock man is known for his genre bending, expansive and challenging approach to his music, while […]

PREMIERE: Welshly Arms - "Who We Are" – Listen Now!
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PREMIERE: Welshly Arms – “Who We Are” – Listen Now!

August 24, 2017 XS Noize

“Who We Are” is an anthem that explores the struggles and battles that life can often throw our way. Most things that are worth having don’t come easy. It’s through the battles and hardships that […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Script -  Millennium Forum, Derry, N.Ireland 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Script – Millennium Forum, Derry, N.Ireland

August 24, 2017 Helen Russell

The Script Are Back!! The Script are back and they performed at Derry’s Millennium Forum last night (Tuesday 22nd August). Entering the stage with an entirely new song called Rock the World from their brand […]

TRACK PREMIERE: The High Crook - "Baby Do You Know" - Listen Now!
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TRACK PREMIERE: The High Crook – “Baby Do You Know” – Listen Now!

August 23, 2017 XS Noize

The High Crook is a blues/rock band from Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), the capital of India’s West Bengal state. They formed in late 2013, channelling a love for blues, pop, and rock ‘n’ roll. With an […]

THE NEW FAITH - Share second single 'Fritter Away' from debut album ‘Me On You’ - Listen
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THE NEW FAITH – Share second single ‘Fritter Away’ from debut album ‘Me On You’ – Listen

August 23, 2017 XS Noize

The New Faith release their debut album ‘Me On You’ on 6th October. With a distinctly British sound evoked by a yearning heart and the dizzy inertia of youth, TNF’s uproarious soundtrack to growing up […]

MICAH P. HINSON - Shares new track ahead of album release - Listen Now!
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MICAH P. HINSON – Shares new track ahead of album release – Listen Now!

August 23, 2017 XS Noize

Micah P. Hinson releases his new album ‘The Holy Strangers’ on 8 September on Full Time Hobby. He has now shared the album’s broad, spoken-word centrepiece ‘Micah Book One’. Micah P. Hinson has described his […]

OMD - Share "The View From Here" from their new album 'The Punishment Of Luxury'
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OMD – Share “The View From Here” from their new album ‘The Punishment Of Luxury’

August 23, 2017 XS Noize

With their 13th studio album ‘The Punishment Of Luxury’ out September 1st via White Noise Records, synth-pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark have released a new instant track “The View From Here” which premiered […]

FOO FIGHTERS - SONIC HIGHWAYS
News

Check out FOO FIGHTERS new track ‘The Sky Is A Neighborhood’ video live now – Taken From New LP ‘Concrete And Gold’

August 23, 2017 XS Noize

Foo Fighters have delivered a second consecutive contender for rock anthem of 2017 in the form of “The Sky Is A Neighborhood” after their sensational June single ‘Run’. Described by Grohl as “the biggest thing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ghostpoet - "Dark Days + Canapés"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ghostpoet – “Dark Days + Canapés”

August 23, 2017 Lori Gava

Two times Mercury Music Prize Nominee Obaro Ejimiwe, better known by his stage name Ghostpoet, is releasing the follow up to his outstanding 2015 album “Shedding Skin”. His fourth studio album “Dark Days & Canapés” […]

CULTS - Release new single "I TOOK YOUR PICTURE",  from forthcoming album "OFFERING"
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CULTS – Release new single “I TOOK YOUR PICTURE”, from forthcoming album “OFFERING”

August 22, 2017 XS Noize

Last month, Cults announced their new album Offering and shared the title track from the record. Today, they give fans another taste of what is to come with the single “I Took Your Picture.” Of […]

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