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        • Jack White
          News

          Jack White announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour with Belfast Telegraph Building date

          April 9, 2026

          Jack White has today announced plans for a wide-ranging 2026 headline tour. White and his band will also cross the Atlantic for a series of shows in the United Kingdom and Ireland, including a night […]

          Nerina Pallot
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          Nerina Pallot announces Royal Albert Hall show and first ‘Best Of’ album

          April 9, 2026

          The BRIT and Ivor Novello nominee Nerina Pallot is in the midst of an organic resurgence. Building a powerful personal connection directly with fans led to her selling out the London Palladium in 2024 – […]

          Babyshambles
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          Babyshambles bring the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ to Belfast’s Limelight

          April 9, 2026

          After eleven long years Babyshambles returned to the stage for the ‘Dandy Hooligan Tour’ at the end of 2025. The tour coincided with the 20th anniversary release of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down […]

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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 […]

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          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
        • 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
          Podcast

          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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THE PRODIGY announce new single - "WILD FRONTIER" out March 30th - Watch Video
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THE PRODIGY announce new single – “WILD FRONTIER” out March 30th – Watch Video

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their 6th studio album ‘The Day Is My Enemy’ on March 30th, The Prodigy have announced that they will release a new single brimming with psychotic joy – ‘Wild Frontier’ […]

A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS UNVEIL 'STRAIGHT' VIDEO WATCH HERE
New Music

A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS: Share “We’ve come so Far” video -Watch

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Having previously shared “We’ve Come So Far,” one of the many standout tracks on Transfixiation, the band is following it up with an official video directed by Matt Conboy. Also a former Death By Audio […]

FUFANU release their debut single ‘Circus Life’/ ‘Goodbye’ on 6th April - Listen
New Music

FUFANU release their debut single ‘Circus Life’/ ‘Goodbye’ on 6th April – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Formerly operating as techno duo, Captain Fufanu, with the addition of live instrumentation – and the band name shortened to a more economical Fufanu (“the Captain was left behind at a rave in Cologne”) – […]

GRACE HARTREY: Shares debut single - 'Kings & Queens' - Listen
New Music

GRACE HARTREY: Shares debut single – ‘Kings & Queens’ – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Specialising in fingerstyle techniques and folk style vocals, Welsh songstress Grace Hartrey has been making waves in South Wales for the last few years with her acoustic guitar and honest lyrics. Now based between Cardiff […]

FOO FIGHTERS - SONIC HIGHWAYS
News

FOO FIGHTERS: SONIC HIGHWAYS DVD/BLU RAY AND DIGITAL RELEASE VIA iTUNES APRIL 7

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Fresh off winning the fans’ vote to be named Best International Act at the NME Awards while in the thick of a massive Australia/New Zealand stadium tour, Foo Fighters have confirmed the details of the […]

ERASURE -  Share 'SACRED: TO BLACK LIGHT ODYSSEY REMIX' - Listen
New Music

ERASURE – Share ‘SACRED: TO BLACK LIGHT ODYSSEY REMIX’ – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have unveiled a new remix from their forthcoming single, Sacred, out on 16 March 2015. Listen to Black Light Odyssey’s take on Erasure’s anthemic track BELOW: [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/191576683″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” […]

MINI MANSIONS Set to release new album 'The Great Pretenders' on the 23rd March
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MINI MANSIONS Set to release new album ‘The Great Pretenders’ on the 23rd March

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

The LA-based trio return to the UK in February on a major UK tour supporting Royal Blood. Mini Mansions’ forthcoming new album, The Great Pretenders, will be released on the 23rd March 2015 on T […]

EARLY GHOST - 'Devil’s Got Me Now' - Listen
Track Of The Day

EARLY GHOST – ‘Devil’s Got Me Now’ – Listen

February 23, 2015 XS Noize

Early Ghost announce details of their new single “Devil’s Got Me Now,” which is released 23rd March 2015 via digital download and vinyl. The single follows last year’s “Everything Goes With It,” which saw support […]

CAMERON BLAKE - ALONE ON THE WORLD STAGE
Album Reviews

CAMERON BLAKE – ALONE ON THE WORLD STAGE

February 23, 2015 Lori Gava

Classically trained violinist turned folk singer/songwriter Cameron Blake releases his fourth studio recording, “Alone on the World Stage” on March 16th. The release is a sophisticated collection of earnest, forthright indie folk songs that engage […]

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY 1
Vinyl Five

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY – 23/02/2015

February 22, 2015 Kenny Murdock

Check out this weeks ‘Vinyl Five for Monday 23/2/15’, The essential vinyl you should own this week, carefully selected by Kenny Murdock from Belfast’s best vinyl record store ‘Sick Records Belfast‘. About ‘Sick Records, Belfast’ […]

CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 2 15
Features

CATFISH COAST TO COAST: A photo tour across America with CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN PT 2

February 22, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

This is Catfish Coast to Coast: five cities, five photographers, five favorite shots, and five questions documenting each photographer’s impressions of the event. Join us on a journey to Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Boston, and […]

I US & WE - Release ' Mono' EP in April - Listen
New Music

I US & WE – Release ‘ Mono’ EP in April – Listen

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

Jordan Doverspike, Evan Doverspike and Aaron Doverspike are brothers based in California who write and perform captivating dream pop they describe as “clean and unadulterated”. Their EP, the beautifully atmospheric ‘Mono’ was recorded in their […]

JAMES ATKIN EX EMF TO RELEASE SOLO ALBUM 'A COUNTRY MILE' THROUGH PLEDGE MUSIC
Gigs

JAMES ATKIN (EMF) – Solo Album Out March 2nd & Live Dates Announced

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

James Atkin makes his solo live debut next month in support of his album ‘A Country Mile’, out on March 2nd. Full details of “A Country Mile” are below for you. The ex-EMF singer will […]

THE CATHODE RAY - Return with new single, 'Resist' - Listen
New Music

THE CATHODE RAY – Return with new single, ‘Resist’ – Listen

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

The Cathode Ray return with a new single ‘Resist’ taken from their forthcoming Album ‘Infinite Variety’. At just over two minutes long, ‘Resist’ is short and snappy, a sort of crazy punk rock/krautrock oompah hybrid. […]

MODERN BOYS - Share new video 'Schoolyard' - Watch/Listen
New Music

MODERN BOYS – Share new video ‘Schoolyard’ – Watch/Listen

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

Modern Boys is a new synth pop duo from Copenhagen, Denmark. Based in a songwriting tradition from the world of pop, and a sound/production drawing on a darker and more electronic background. You could think […]

EYES OF OTHERS debut EP 'Base Thrill'  Released: 16th March 2015
Gigs

EYES OF OTHERS debut EP ‘Base Thrill’ Released: 16th March 2015

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

Eyes of Others is the solo project of John Bryden who has recently been working with Transgressive producer, David Pye, on his debut Base Thrill Ep. Set for release on 16 March 2015, it encompasses […]

THIS WILL DESTROY YOU - Share video for "NEW TOPIA"
Gigs

THIS WILL DESTROY YOU – Share video for “NEW TOPIA”

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

In other This Will Destroy You news, the band will set off on a North American tour next month, also playing two shows at Brooklyn’s Saint Vitus. A full run of dates can be found […]

SAM LEE -  Premieres new track 'Blackbird', Listen
New Music

SAM LEE – Premieres new track ‘Blackbird’, Listen

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

Sam Lee is very much a 21st-century artist. He travels throughout the United Kingdom and beyond recording new versions of old songs on his iPhone and laptop. The Fade in Time, Sam Lee’s second release, […]

LE VOLUME COURBE - The House
Track Of The Day

LE VOLUME COURBE – The House

February 20, 2015 XS Noize

Le Volume Courbe – meaning “the volume curve” – is hard to put in a genre box. They don’t play rock ‘n roll, and they don’t play world music. It’s out-of-this-world music. It’s in-your-own-world music, […]

IDLEWILD – EVERYTHING EVER WRITTEN
Album Reviews

IDLEWILD – EVERYTHING EVER WRITTEN

February 19, 2015 David McElroy

It seemed Idlewild were over when their hiatus was announced five years ago. It’s usually a worrying sign when a band makes that announcement and as the years pass by without any action, the end […]

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