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        • Stuart Bailie
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          Stuart Bailie to Launch New Book “The Song Is Nearly” Over at Sound of Belfast Festival

          October 8, 2025

          A four-decade chronicle of music, madness, and meaning from one of Belfast’s most respected writers, Belfast music journalist and author Stuart Bailie, has announced details of his new book The Song Is Nearly Over: Music […]

          Snow Patrol
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          Snow Patrol announce huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park on 31st May 2026 with special guest Orla Gartland

          October 7, 2025

          Iconic Northern Irish indie-rock band Snow Patrol have announced their live return with a huge outdoor show at St. Anne’s Park, Dublin on 31st May 2026. Joining Snow Patrol as very special guest is Orla Gartland. After playing to a […]

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
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          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Announce 2026 European Tour — Kicking Off June 10 at Malahide Castle, Ireland

          October 7, 2025

          Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds return to Europe in summer 2026 for a monumental run of outdoor headline shows and festival appearances, beginning on 10 June at Malahide Castle, Ireland, and touring through Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash - Ad Astra
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ash – Ad Astra

          October 3, 2025

          Perennial 90’s power-pop heroes Ash return this autumn with their ninth studio album, Ad Astra. Now well into their fourth decade together, Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray continue to show that their knack […]

          Idlewild
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Idlewild – ‘Idlewild’

          October 3, 2025

          The band’s tenth album is their first self-titled release, and it just so happens to be a collection of songs that reflects their majestic, melodic beauty. For a band to reach a tenth record is […]

        • 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: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles Credit: Triffin Constantine
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Baroness Pay Tribute with Emotional Red & Blue Sets in Los Angeles

          September 22, 2025

          Sludge, prog, and post-metal band Baroness played an emotional set at Lodge Room in the Highland Park neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Saturday, September 20th. The night was one of remembrance, playing their first two […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

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        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
          Gigs

          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

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        • Asha Maclean
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          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
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          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Moon Panda
          Podcasts

          Inside Moon Panda’s Dreamy New Album “Dumb Luck” | XS Noize Podcast #249

          October 7, 2025

          In this episode, #249 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Maddy Myers and Gustav Moltke from the Californian-Danish dream-pop collective Moon Panda to discuss their stunning third album, Dumb Luck — […]

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of "Ad Astra" | XS Noize Podcast #248
          Podcasts

          Rick McMurray on Ash’s 30-Year Journey and the Rocket-Fuel of “Ad Astra” | XS Noize Podcast #248

          October 1, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Rick McMurray looks back on 30 years of Ash and the rocket-fuel energy behind their new album Ad Astra. From teenage beginnings in Downpatrick to global stages, […]

          The Jacques
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          Finn O’Brien on The Jacques’ New Album “Make Repetition!” | XS Noize Podcast #247

          September 28, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “Will would be proud of us, and he’d never have wanted his loss to stop us doing what we love.” — Finn O’Brien, […]

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LIVE REVIEW: Lady Blackbird at Meltdown Festival, Royal Festival Hall
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LIVE REVIEW: Lady Blackbird at Meltdown Festival, Royal Festival Hall

June 22, 2024 Michael Barron

When Chaka Khan curated this year’s Meltdown Festival lineup, Lady Blackbird, also known as Marley Munroe, must have been a standout choice. Omitting an artist often compared to Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, and dubbed […]

IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London Credit: Denise Esposito
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Royal Blood at the O2 Academy Brixton, London

June 22, 2024 Denise Esposito

The rock duo Royal Blood (Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher) celebrated the 10th Anniversary of their self-titled debut album with two special shows at the O2 Academy Brixton in London.           […]

James McVey
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JAMES MCVEY shares new single ‘Thick and Thin’ from upcoming solo EP ‘Letters Home’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Time away from home often inspires a little reflection – not only on what’s important to you in the present day, but also the people and events that helped shape who you are now. Those […]

LIVE REVIEW: Incognito at Meltdown Festival, Southbank Centre
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Incognito at Meltdown Festival, Southbank Centre

June 21, 2024 Michael Barron

The beloved Southbank Centre Meltdown annual festival has returned, featuring a lineup that includes the iconic acid jazz band Incognito, celebrating their 45th anniversary. Cofounder Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick leads the band, whose illustrious career spans […]

Sasha Samara
News

SASHA SAMARA releases video for new single ‘Simmer’ – out today!

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Sasha Samara is an exciting new voice in pop music. The self-described ‘friendly neighbourhood popstar’ threads her stories together with heartfelt observations, underlined by unabashed specificity. Her endearing honesty is delivered through open and soaring […]

Shed Seven
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SHED SEVEN share the new ‘Liquid Gold’ version of ‘Speakeasy’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Not content with landing their first ever #1 album in their 30th year with ‘A Matter of Time’, Shed Seven’s upcoming reworked orchestral hits set ‘Liquid Gold’ could well become their second, with pre-order sales […]

Coldplay
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COLDPLAY release new single ‘feelslikeimfallinginlove’ from upcoming new album ‘Moon Music’

June 21, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay have today released their new single, feelslikeimfallinginlove. The track, produced by Max Martin. feelslikeimfallinginlove is the first song to be released from the band’s upcoming new album, Moon Music, out October 4, 2024. The […]

Justin Timberlake
Gigs

Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

On the Saturday Night Show, the 10-time Grammy award winner announced his tour, ‘The Forget Tomorrow Tour’. This would be his first tour in five years in support of his sixth studio album, ‘Everything I […]

Scratch My Progress
News

The NI Musicians Career Development Programme SCRATCH MY PROGRESS is now accepting applications

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

Scratch My Progress is the Oh Yeah Music Centre’s annual talent development scheme. Since 2010, 53 acts have benefited from the scheme, which has Oh Yeah mentors dedicated to developing, supporting, signposting, nurturing, and promoting […]

David C Clements
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Northern Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS announces his new studio album ‘The Garden’

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his stunning comeback single “Reckless”, his first piece of new material in eight years, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements has now announced his plans for his new studio album […]

Liam Gallagher
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Anticipation Soars for Belfast Vital as Liam Gallagher Revives ‘Definitely Maybe’ in 90s Splendor

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s groundbreaking and hugely influential debut album with the “Definitely Maybe 30 Years” tour. This year’s tour includes a highly anticipated show at BELFAST VITAL 2024, held […]

Sananda Maitreya
Podcasts

Exploring ‘The Pegasus Project’: A Deep Dive with Sananda Maitreya on Music, Inspiration, and Beyond

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #183 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Sananda Maitreya about his new double album, The Pegasus Project: Pegasus & The Swan. Sananda Maitreya should feel proud of the mesmerising […]

fabric Presents The Streets
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THE STREETS share brand new original track ‘End Of The Queue’

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

fabric, the iconic hub of electronic music culture, recently announced its latest addition to the fabric mix series: “fabric Presents The Streets”. This eagerly anticipated compilation marks a milestone in the illustrious history of the […]

Andy Rourke and Kav Sandhu
News

BLITZ VEGA shares video for exhilarating new single ‘Love City’

June 18, 2024 XS Noize

“Although [the video] is emotional and hard to watch sometimes, it’s a reminder of why we are releasing the music,” says BLITZ VEGA’s guitarist Kav Sandhu (formerly of Happy Mondays) about the newly released “Love […]

Rockin' Slots: The Best Soundtracks in Casino Games
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Rockin’ Slots: The Best Soundtracks in Casino Games

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Casino games are now offering players a chance to experience rock music like never before – with soundtracks including everything from jazz and Latin tracks all the way up to metal. Not only do the […]

Coldplay
News

COLDPLAY announce the release of their highly anticipated tenth album ‘Moon Music’

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Coldplay has announced the release of their highly anticipated tenth album, Moon Music, produced by Max Martin today. The record will be available in stores and on streaming services on October 4, 2024. The album’s […]

James at Co-op Live, Manchester
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: James & Razorlight at Co-op Live, Manchester

June 17, 2024 Jay Roberts

It’s been almost 30 years since I last saw James perform live at Glastonbury in 1994, and that was a show to remember. Even from that long ago, that performance stayed with me. Surprisingly, a […]

Crowded House
Gigs

CROWDED HOUSE announce Gravity Stairs UK and Europe tour

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, Iconic rock band Crowded House announces that the Gravity Stairs UK and Europe tour will kick off this October. With stops in Manchester, Glasgow, London, Brighton and Birmingham before continuing across Europe.  Tour news […]

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

The John Andrews Band delivered an unforgettable performance during their first headline show of the year at The American Bar in Belfast’s Sailortown. Hosted by singer/songwriter Acoustic Dan (Daniel Gregory) and Gérard Skelly, their set […]

Alison Moyet
Gigs

ALISON MOYET announces shows at Dublin’s Olympia Theatre & Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on 16th & 17th February 2025

June 14, 2024 XS Noize

How time flies. It’s been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album ‘Alf’ and Top 10 hits ‘Love Resurrection’ and ‘All Cried […]

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