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        • Tricky
          News

          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 […]

          Belfast TradFest
          News

          Belfast TradFest 2026 announces acclaimed line-up for week-long traditional music celebration

          April 22, 2026

          Belfast TradFest has unveiled an exceptional lineup of headline concerts for Summer 2026, bringing together some of the most influential, celebrated and exciting names in traditional music for a week-long festival of world-class performance. Taking […]

          Modest Mouse
          News

          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          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
          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 […]

        • 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

          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
        • 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
        • 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 […]

          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
          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 […]

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Hozier
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HOZIER releases powerful music video for new single ‘Nobody’s Soldier’

August 20, 2024 XS Noize

World-renowned and now UK Number 1-selling singer-songwriter Hozier today drops the powerful video for his new single ‘Nobody’s Soldier’ – taken from a new second instalment of never-heard-before treats for fans in the shape of […]

LIVE REVIEW: Kaytranada Headlines a Vibrant All Points East in London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Kaytranada Headlines a Vibrant All Points East in London

August 20, 2024 Alina Salihbekova

London’s All Points East festival made a thrilling return to Victoria Park this August, with an unforgettable evening headlined by the electrifying producer Kaytranada. The park was transformed into a vibrant city within the city, […]

Tom Meighan
Gigs

TOM MEIGHAN shares new single ‘We Can Do It’ from his forthcoming album ‘Roadrunner’

August 19, 2024 XS Noize

TOM MEIGHAN shares the new single ‘We Can Do It’, taken from his forthcoming album Roadrunner, to be released on 13th September on Blue Rocket Records. He will tour the UK this autumn. Last year, […]

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS & Special Guests at Custom House Square, Belfast

August 19, 2024 Bernie McAllister

Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS returned to Custom House Square for another memorable night in Belfast on Saturday, 17th August 2024, alongside an all-star line-up of very special guests & friends, including THE DAMNED, THE […]

Blossoms
Gigs

BLOSSOMS announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

August 19, 2024 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their fifth studio album Gary, Manchester five-piece Blossoms have announced details of their latest tour, which includes a show in The Limelight, Belfast on Wednesday 13th November. Blossoms have played […]

Taylor Swift
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW Taylor Swift at Wembley Stadium, London

August 18, 2024 Michael Barron

It’s safe to say that almost everyone knows who Taylor Swift is. While she has dabbled in acting and appeared in blockbuster films, her primary identity is that of a singer-songwriter. Media coverage of Swift […]

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
Gigs

Everything you need to know about Bruce Springsteen’s tour

August 17, 2024 XS Noize

“The Springsteen and E Street Band 2023 Tour” is a concert series starring American singer Bruce Springsteen along with his backing band, the E Street Band. The tour began on February 1, 2023, in Tampa, […]

B*Witched
News

B*WITCHED share new single ‘So Into You’ from new EP ‘Ripped Jeans’

August 16, 2024 XS Noize

Currently, in the middle of a summer tour that has seen them take their infectious energy and feel-good vibes to big outdoor shows across the country, including Mighty Hoopla and SuperBoxx, B*Witched today shares their […]

Foster The People
News

FOSTER THE PEOPLE unveil their eagerly awaited new album ‘Paradise State of Mind’

August 16, 2024 XS Noize

RIAA Multi-Platinum and Diamond-certified group Foster The People unveil their eagerly awaited new album, Paradise State of Mind. Produced by Foster The People lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mark Foster and bandmate Isom Innis with […]

Rowetta
News

Happy Mondays iconic singer ROWETTA collaborates with CHAPTER to drop a literal ‘Sweet Release’

August 15, 2024 XS Noize

The next single on Jack Said What is a sweet release. Scandalously, the world of dance music is littered with tales of singers—especially black women singers—not greeting their fair dues. Martha Wash, Robin S, Jocelyn […]

PALE WAVES
Gigs

PALE WAVES release ‘Gravity’ the third single from their forthcoming album ‘Smitten’

August 15, 2024 XS Noize

PALE WAVES have unveiled a new single, “Gravity,” the third to be shared from the band’s forthcoming album Smitten, released via Dirty Hit on 27 September. The bright, guitar-laden “Gravity” finds frontwoman Heather Baron-Gracie lamenting […]

October Drift
News

OCTOBER DRIFT release new single ‘Tyrannosaurus Wreck’ from their forthcoming third album ‘Blame The Young’

August 14, 2024 XS Noize

October Drift has released their brand new single ‘Tyrannosaurus Wreck’, taken from their forthcoming third album, Blame The Young, out September 27th via Physical Education Recordings.  ‘Tyrannosaurus Wreck’ premiered this morning (August 14th) with John Kennedy […]

Taylor Swift Eras Tour 2024
Features

6 of the most influential music artists in the world

August 14, 2024 XS Noize

There are many artists with raw talents and a knack for releasing songs that resonate with audiences worldwide. They have also been Influential politically, socially and culturally. At some point they have lost the respect […]

Oasis
News

OASIS release previously unheard ‘Sad Song (Mauldeth Road West Demo, Nov ’92),’ sung by Liam Gallagher

August 14, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Oasis released a rare recording of ‘Sad Song (Mauldeth Road West Demo, Nov ’92).’ This eagerly anticipated and very special demo featuring Liam Gallagher’s vocals offers fans an alternative version to the original, sung […]

Peter Hook & the Light
Podcast

Shining a Light: Legendary Bassist Peter Hook on Joy Division, New Order, and The Light

August 13, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #190 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to legendary bassist Peter Hook, co-founder of Joy Division and New Order. Peter Hook & the Light will soon tour North America, the […]

Sister Ghost
Gigs

Irish artist SISTER GHOST announces debut album launch show at Derry’s Nerve Centre

August 12, 2024 XS Noize

With her long-awaited debut album ‘Beyond The Water’ arriving on October 31st, Irish artist Sister Ghost has now announced her plans for a special launch show at the world-famous Derry Hallowe’en Festival that very same […]

Top Songs Inspired By Video Games
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Top Songs Inspired By Video Games

August 12, 2024 XS Noize

Ever found yourself jamming to a catchy tune while playing your favourite game? You’re not alone! The Game’s Champion, for instance, pushes us to victory in NBA 2K offerings and stays with us long after […]

ASIWYFA
Gigs

ASIWYFA announce headline show at the Limelight, Belfast on Friday, December 20th

August 12, 2024 XS Noize

To celebrate the launch of their new album, Irish experimental post-rock instrumentalists And So I Watch You From Afar announce a headline show at the Limelight on Friday, December 20th. The band released their seventh […]

Global superstar ADELE returns with the release of her brand new single and video 'Easy On Me' 1
Features

7 of Adele’s most successful hits

August 11, 2024 XS Noize

Adele has been one of the world’s leading artists over the past two decades. She started her music career in 2006 after graduating from the BRIT School and swiftly gained recognition. Within two years, she […]

Wings of Desire
News

WINGS OF DESIRE release new single ‘Some Old Place I Used To Know’

August 9, 2024 XS Noize

Hazy, anthemic rock duo Wings of Desire – AKA James Taylor and Chloe Little – release new single ‘Some old Place I Used To Know’ and announce shows at London’s Bush Hall and Manchester’s Deaf […]

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