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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
          News

          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
          News

          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
          Album Reviews

          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, […]

  • Gigs
        • 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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Podcasts

          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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Belle and Sebastian
News

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN release new single ‘What Happened To You, Son?’

April 16, 2024 XS Noize

Ahead of the launch of their coast-to-coast North American tour this month, Belle and Sebastian have released a brand new song, ‘What Happened to You, Son?’ Stuart Murdoch says on the song: “‘What Happened to […]

dj shadow
Gigs

DJ SHADOW announces ‘Action Adventure’ show at The Limelight, Belfast

April 16, 2024 XS Noize

For over 30 years, Josh Davis has expressed his passion, taste, and values through the music he creates as DJ Shadow. The name alone evokes a high watermark for instrumental hip-hop and composition. From his […]

Cigarettes After Sex
News

CIGARETTES AFTER SEX share new single ‘Dark Vacay’ from upcoming album ‘X’

April 16, 2024 XS Noize

Last month, Cigarettes After Sex announced their new LP, titled X’s (due 7/12), alongside their upcoming world tour, which features shows at some of the globe’s most iconic venues, like Madison Square Garden and London’s […]

The Cult
Gigs

THE CULT Celebrate their 40th Anniversary with UK and European Tour

April 16, 2024 XS Noize

The Cult have announced The 8424 Tour, commemorating 40 years as a band, with shows spanning the UK and Europe. The 40th-anniversary trek sees The Cult perform songs spanning their 11-album discography. Billy Duffy shares: […]

Pillow Queens
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Pillow Queens – Name Your Sorrow

April 15, 2024 Aaron Kavanagh

Suppose you talk to any Irish person within a certain age bracket. In that case, there’s a good chance you’ll hear a humble brag about how they saw U2 before they broke big, which can […]

Chalk
Gigs

Belfast’s CHALK to play headline show at The Limelight

April 12, 2024 XS Noize

Belfast post-punk/electronic risers Chalk recently shared biting new effort ‘Bliss’, marking the final reveal from their  ‘Conditions II’ EP, out now 1st via Nice Swan Records (Sports Team, Pip Blom, English Teacher). The first collaborative […]

English Teacher - This Could Be Texas
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: English Teacher – This Could Be Texas

April 12, 2024 Michael Barron

English Teacher’s debut album, This Could Be Texas, may lack direct references to its titular state, but it offers a rich tapestry of British and local influences, firmly rooted in the experiences of its Leeds-based […]

Kasabian
News

KASABIAN release new single ‘Coming Back To Me Good’

April 12, 2024 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their anticipated new album Happenings, Kasabian, have released the third cut from the album in ‘Coming Back To Me Good’. The band will perform the brand new single on The Jonathan […]

oasis
News

OASIS unveil new live version of classic debut single ‘SUPERSONIC’ recorded at the Limelight, Belfast

April 12, 2024 XS Noize

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the classic debut single ‘Supersonic’ this week (originally released on 11th April 1994), Oasis have today unveiled an essential early live recording of the song. Limited edition physical single […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Bodega – Our Brand Could Be Yr Life
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Bodega – Our Brand Could Be Yr Life

April 11, 2024 Stuart Evans

The third album from the American punk cultural commentators sees the band go back to the beginning to move steadily forward. Eight years ago, a band known as Bodega Bay created a double album, thirty-three […]

LIVE REVIEW: James Blunt at The Royal Albert Hall
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: James Blunt at The Royal Albert Hall

April 11, 2024 Michael Barron

James Blunt’s legacy extends far beyond his music, showcasing a remarkable journey marked by extraordinary achievements. From earning his pilot’s license at a mere 16 years old to delving into the complexities of aerospace engineering, […]

Festival of Fools
News

FESTIVAL OF FOOLS returns to Belfast from 4th – 9th May 2024

April 11, 2024 XS Noize

Ireland’s largest free street performance festival returns to Belfast city centre from May 04th – 09th 2024. This year’s exciting free daytime programme offers three days of jam-packed, all-inclusive daytime entertainment for the whole family […]

TOM MEIGHAN announces RAW'24 Acoustic Irish Tour for May 24
Gigs

TOM MEIGHAN announces RAW’24 Acoustic Irish Tour for May 24

April 11, 2024 XS Noize

As the lead singer of Kasabian – helping sell over four million albums – Tom Meighan’s unmistakable vocals are a central, many would say essential, component on timeless tracks like ‘Fire,’ ‘Club Foot,’ and ‘Shoot […]

crowded house
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CROWDED HOUSE share video for their new single ‘Teenage Summer’

April 11, 2024 XS Noize

Following the release of their single ‘Oh Hi’ and joyous BBC Radio 2 Piano Room appearance, the Brit-Award-winning, multi-million-selling Crowded House have announced their new single, ‘Teenage Summer,’ taken from the eighth studio album ‘Gravity […]

Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties - In Lieu of Flowers
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties – In Lieu of Flowers

April 10, 2024 Jesse Yarbrough

Aaron West is a fictional character, the brainchild of Dan Campbell from The Wonder Years. For those unfamiliar, Aaron’s story started with Campbell writing an album “about the worst year of Aaron West’s life,” in […]

Virgins
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Virgins – Nothing Hurt And Everything Was Beautiful

April 10, 2024 Stuart Evans

Having emerged as one of Ireland’s finest talents in recent years, the Belfast shoegaze quintet Virgins release their debut album. This record sounds fresh and invigorating, nodding to the past with the brightest of futures. […]

Pierce the Veil @ Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Pierce the Veil at Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham

April 10, 2024 Alina Salihbekova

Pierce the Veil, a renowned pop-punk sensation hailing from San Diego, California, electrified the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham on April 5th with an unforgettable performance. Kicking off in dramatic fashion, the band emerged from the […]

THE SMITHS
Features

The Smiths eponymous debut album at 40

April 10, 2024 Iam Burn

While some were still wandering around whistling Ravel’s Bolero after Torvill and Dean’s gold medal win in Sarajevo, something new and intriguing bled out of the UK’s third-largest city. The Smiths launched their eponymous debut […]

Virgins
Podcasts

Exploring the Ethereal: Michael Smyth from Virgins Unveils Debut Album ‘Nothing Hurt and Everything Was Beautiful’

April 10, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #173 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Michael Smyth, guitarist and founder of Belfast shoegaze band Virgins, about their highly anticipated debut album ‘Nothing Hurt and Everything Was Beautiful’.  […]

Above & Beyond
Gigs

ABOVE & BEYOND return to Belfast with a headline show in The Telegraph Building

April 10, 2024 XS Noize

Following their sell-out Belfast show in 2022, Above & Beyond are pleased to announce their return to Belfast with a headline show in The Telegraph Building on Friday, July 26th, 2024. Above & Beyond, or […]

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