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          30 Years of Fugees’ Iconic Album ‘The Score’ to Be Celebrated at Belfast’s Oh Yeah Centre

          April 24, 2026

          As part of CQAF 26, join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Fugees’ iconic album The Score with Blackjack + Jai Sian offering their take on this classic. From São Paulo to Belfast […]

          MUSE
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          MUSE unleash heavy new single ‘Cryogen’ from forthcoming album The Wow! Signal

          April 24, 2026

          MUSE release their fiery new single, “Cryogen.” The explosive track is the third taste of the band’s forthcoming tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, which they announced in a broadcast from space last month and […]

          Tricky
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          TRICKY announces new album ‘Different When It’s Silent’ and shares new single ‘Out Of Place’

          April 22, 2026

          The legendary artist and producer Tricky today announces his new album, Different When It’s Silent, out 17 July 2026 via False Idols. His 15th studio album and first full-length release under his own name in six […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
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          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 […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
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          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 […]

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          ‘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
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          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 […]

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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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          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
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          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. […]

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        • Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
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          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 […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
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          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 […]

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The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016
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The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool’s first and only independent online music festival The 2ubeXtra returns on 13th April 2016. Once again, The 2ube are building up to this year’s festival by staging weekly 2ube Live shows every Friday night, […]

Watch FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Cover FLEETWOOD MAC at Passport to BRITs Week for War Child charity
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Watch FLORENCE + THE MACHINE Cover FLEETWOOD MAC at Passport to BRITs Week for War Child charity

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine played an intimate acoustic show on Friday at St John at Hackney in London as part of Passport to BRITs Week together with O2, a week of fundraising gigs offering fans […]

AFI's DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO's "The Material Tour"
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AFI’s DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO’s “The Material Tour”

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Los Angeles, CA (February 29, 2016) – DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET have announced a string of live shows for their electronic alter ego, BLAQK AUDIO. The dates will begin May 4th at the House […]

DEACON BLUE To Play Belfast in November
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DEACON BLUE To Play Belfast in November

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Deacon Blue will play Belfast Waterfront and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre in November with special guests Lewis & Leigh. Tickets on sale Friday. Deacon Blue were never hipsters. With six million album sales, 12 UK Top […]

ALBUM REVIEW: SARAH NEUFELD - THE RIDGE
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: SARAH NEUFELD – THE RIDGE

February 29, 2016 Lori Gava

Canadian violinist/composer Sarah Neufeld is best known in her capacity as a member of Arcade Fire. Sarah is releasing her second solo album, The Ridge on February 26th as a follow up to her debut […]

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album 'THIS GILDED AGE'
New Music

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album ‘THIS GILDED AGE’

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Philadelphia, Tulipomania boast gritty guitars underpinned by a brooding rhythm section to provide a backdrop for compelling and atmospheric vocals. Band members Tom Murray (lead vocals, bass, drums) and Cheryl Gelover (synthesizer, background […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: BRYDE - HELP YOURSELF
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TRACK OF THE DAY: BRYDE – HELP YOURSELF

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Help Yourself, the second single from Brixton-based Bryde has been described as a “pep-talk” which the singer in turn says is a “massive understatement”. The song, which seethes with a tension and fury, builds throughout […]

Fans Create Wiki Dedicated to Everything About 90s Band MANSUN 4
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Fans Create Wiki Dedicated to Everything About 90s Band MANSUN

February 28, 2016 XS Noize

Mansun were an English alternative rock band formed in Chester in 1995. The band comprised vocalist/rhythm guitarist Paul Draper, bassist Stove King, lead guitarist/backing vocalist Dominic Chad, and drummer Andie Rathbone. It was announced in […]

THE PIXIES - TOP 10 RANKED
Top Tens

THE PIXIES – TOP 10 RANKED

February 27, 2016 Landon Murray

There are few bands who came up in the Alternative Indie scene of the late 80’s who are as iconic, and groundbreaking as Boston’s own The Pixies. Fronted by antagonistic Black Francis, and joined by […]

“I wasn't delving into my parents old records like lots of cool kids  do”; LUCY ROSE Interview 3
Interviews

“I wasn’t delving into my parents old records like lots of cool kids do”; LUCY ROSE Interview

February 27, 2016 Fionn Crossan

“I wasn’t delving into my parents old records like lots of cool kids apparently do”; Lucy Rose Interview Lucy Rose has grown from strength to strength as an artist. Signing to Columbia Records and releasing […]

ALBUM REVIEW: TREETOP FLYERS - PALOMINO
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ALBUM REVIEW: TREETOP FLYERS – PALOMINO

February 26, 2016 Sandra Blemster

The Treetop Flyers burst onto the scene with their debut 2013’s the Mountain Moves to rave reviews. Taking their name from a Stephen Stills song they captivated the music press. Now in 2016 they are […]

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April 2
New Music

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

The Ship, the new album by Brian Eno, will be released on Friday 29th April 2016 via Warp Records. The Ship is Eno’s first solo record since 2012’s Grammy-nominated LUX. Originally conceived from experiments with […]

FUTURE ELEVATORS share new track 'ALABAMA SONG' off debut album
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FUTURE ELEVATORS share new track ‘ALABAMA SONG’ off debut album

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

Born out of an ever-growing scene, Birmingham, Alabama’s Future Elevators will release their self-titled debut album on 1st April via Communicating Vessels. The album was produced by Lynn Bridges and Mixed by Darrell Thorp (Radiohead’s […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELEVANT - AUDIENCE
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELEVANT – AUDIENCE

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool three-piece, Elevant are set to release a new single on their own Elevant Music Limited imprint on the 26th of February 2016. Audience’, the follow up to the recent ‘Again’ single, was recorded at […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
Gigs

The WHOLLS release new tracks ahead of UK tour

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

IN FOCUS// LUCY ROSE - MANDELA HALL, BELFAST 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// LUCY ROSE – MANDELA HALL, BELFAST

February 25, 2016 Bernie McAllister

Bernie McAllister was on hand to capture Lucy Rose at Mandela Hall, Belfast supporting City & Colour 23-02-16. Keep an eye for our interview with Lucy Rose. Coming soon!             […]

LIVE REVIEW: CITY AND COLOUR - MANDELA HALL, BELFAST 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: CITY AND COLOUR – MANDELA HALL, BELFAST

February 25, 2016 Fionn Crossan

Since making his name as a solo songwriter and releasing numerous albums, City & Colours latest album, If I Should Go Before You, saw Dallas Green pick up the electric for the first time since […]

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here
New Music

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Betsy has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, the title track off her forthcoming debut solo EP via Warner Brothers / Columbia Records. It has already surpassed 700,000 plays in in 1 month, made the […]

WIRE announce new album & share first single! 'Nocturnal Koreans' - Listen
Gigs

WIRE announce new album & share first single! ‘Nocturnal Koreans’ – Listen

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of their self-titled album last year, Wire return with news of a new mini-album ‘Nocturnal Koreans’, due April 29th via pinkflag. The band are sharing the first single & album titled track […]

"ROCKnROLL, the AFTERLIFE" - INTERVIEW with ALEX LOWE (HURRICANE #1)
Interviews

“ROCKnROLL, the AFTERLIFE” – INTERVIEW with ALEX LOWE (HURRICANE #1)

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

After battling cancer, frontman Alex Lowe has emerged triumphant and resurrected his old band with a new line up. In 2015 Hurricane #1 released their first album in 16 years, “Find What You Love And […]

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