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        • CLUTCH
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          American hard rock band Clutch announce Belfast show at Telegraph Building

          May 27, 2026

          American hard rock band CLUTCH have announced their return to Belfast on May 27th 2026. Seneca Valley High School classmates Neil Fallon (vocals), Tim Sult (guitar), Dan Maines (bass), and Jean-Paul Gaster (drums) share an […]

          LE BOOM
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          LE BOOM announce 360° immersive floor show at Belfast’s Limelight

          May 27, 2026

          Hailing from Navan Ireland, Le Boom are two brothers making high energy dance music whose sound has been described as “4am chats with your mates”. Emerging from secret raves, the infectious energy of their live […]

          Ricky Warwick
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          Ricky Warwick Announces New Album ‘Fire & Vengeance’ and Shares Title Track

          May 27, 2026

          Ricky Warwick returns with ‘Fire & Vengeance’, the explosive new single and title track from his forthcoming album coming out September 4th via Earache.  Speaking about the track, Ricky says, “‘Fire & Vengeance’ is a song about […]

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          Mull Historical Society
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

          The Coral
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

        • 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

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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
        • robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

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THIS REBEL
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THIS REBEL share new track ‘Cheap Thought’ from their upcoming debut album

February 23, 2024 XS Noize

THIS REBEL share new track “Cheap Thought.” They will release the self-titled debut album on 8th March on Jump The Cut Records via Townsend Music / Absolute Label Services. Inspired by a love of Murder […]

Liam Gallagher and John Squire
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Liam Gallagher and John Squire

February 22, 2024 Stuart Evans

Manchester Titans Liam Gallagher and John Squire join forces to create a kaleidoscope of noise with no confusion. Some might say that this was inevitable, this generation’s greatest guitarist teaming up with the most recognised […]

Nadine Shah - Filthy Underneath
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Nadine Shah – Filthy Underneath

February 22, 2024 Sam Williams

Nadine Shah’s last album, Kitchen Sink, was released to critical claim in 2020. Almost four years later, Shah is back with her latest record, Filthy Underneath. In this age of on-demand entertainment, attention spans last […]

MaidaVale
News

Swedish psych wonder MAIDAVALE share new single ‘Faces [Where is Life]’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Swedish psych wonder MaidaVale announced their new album, Sun Dog, set to be released on May 3rd. On the long-awaited third studio album, spellbinders Matilda Roth, Sofia Ström, Linn Johannesson and Johanna Hansson bring the […]

Caezar
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Scottish duo CAEZAR release their highly anticipated new LP – ‘HOME’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Glasgow – Five years after the launch of their critically acclaimed debut album, Scottish indie duo Caezar returns with ‘HOME’, their musically adventurous and highly anticipated new full-length release. Caezar will kick off the new […]

Catfish and the Bottlemen
News

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN return with new single ‘Showtime’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Beginning a monumental new chapter, multi Platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen return today with their first new music in five years and announce their first headline shows since 2021, all before […]

KINGS OF LEON
News

KINGS OF LEON announce new album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ & share lead single ‘Mustang’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Multi-platinum, multi-award winning rock band Kings of Leon are back with their brand new album, ‘Can We Please Have Fun’, out May 10, via Polydor Records. The hard-charging lead single “Mustang” is available now, accompanied […]

Ards International Guitar Festival Unveils
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Ards International Guitar Festival Unveils 2024 Programme

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Ards and North Down Borough Council have unveiled the 2024 Ards International Guitar Festival programme, which will take place in Newtownards from April 17 to 21. The festival, now in its 28th year, boasts an […]

BAT FOR LASHES announces her sixth studio album ‘The Dream Of Delphi’
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BAT FOR LASHES announces her sixth studio album ‘The Dream Of Delphi’

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

London-based musician and multi-disciplinary artist Natasha Khan – aka Bat For Lashes – today announces her sixth studio album, ‘The Dream Of Delphi’, out May 31st. The release will be Bat For Lashes’ first since […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces shows in Belfast, Cork and Dublin this summer

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet, and multi-instrumentalist widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest […]

Allie X – Girl With No Face
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Allie X – Girl With No Face

February 21, 2024 Randall Radic

Goth-pop enchantress Allie X, also known as Alexandra Hughes, unveils her highly anticipated album, Girl With No Face, marking her first release since 2020’s acclaimed Cape God. “I am elated to announce my latest record, […]

BRITs Week for War Child presents Keane Credit:Patrick Gunning
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: BRITs Week for War Child presents Keane

February 21, 2024 Michael Barron

Charity gigs can showcase well-established acts in intimate venues, typically too small to meet the fervent demands of fans. XS Noize has chronicled the outstanding live performances emanating from such events. Alongside the musical brilliance, […]

MR. BIG
Gigs

MR. BIG bring ‘The BIG Finish’ tour to The Limelight, Belfast

February 21, 2024 XS Noize

MR. BIG is putting on their signature top hats and old shoes one last time for a worldwide tour aptly titled “The BIG Finish.” Since the band’s original drummer and co-founder, Pat Torpey, lost his […]

Kasabian
News

KASABIAN announce new album ‘Happenings’ & unveil new single ‘Call’

February 21, 2024 XS Noize

Kasabian, one of the UK’s best and biggest bands, are back and on fire with an explosive new studio album, Happenings, out July 5th on Columbia Records. Happenings is their 8th studio album and one […]

Richard Hawley
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RICHARD HAWLEY announces new album ‘In This City They Call You Love’ & shares new single ‘Two For His Heels’

February 21, 2024 XS Noize

Following the universal acclaim for the award-winning musical based on his songs, Standing At The Sky’s Edge, which opened earlier this month for a six-month run in London’s West End, today BMG release Richard Hawley’s […]

The Snuts – Millennials  
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Snuts – Millennials  

February 20, 2024 Stuart Evans

The third album from West Lothian’s finest is an electro-pop joy driven by the need to go back to the beginning and go it alone. Having left Parlophone Records to set up Happy Artists Records, […]

Starsailor
Podcast

Starsailors’ James Walsh on new album ‘Where The Wild Things Grow’

February 20, 2024 XS Noize

In the captivating Episode #167 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar meets James Walsh from Starsailor to discuss their new album, Where The Wild Things Grow. Starsailor returns with Where The Wild Things […]

Sonny Fodera
News

SONNY FODERA announces his biggest Belfast headline show yet at Custom House Square

February 20, 2024 XS Noize

House music heavyweight Sonny Fodera is pleased to announce his biggest Belfast headline show yet at Custom House Square, Belfast, on Saturday, 3rd August 2024. Joined on the night by special guests, LF System, Dave […]

Bombay Bicycle Club - Fantasies
Album Reviews

EP REVIEW: Bombay Bicycle Club – Fantasies

February 20, 2024 Lori Gava

English Indie band Bombay Bicycle Club chases the winter blahs with their ebullient EP Fantasies. The four-track release follows on the heels of their acclaimed October 2023 release, My Big Day. Both releases are characterized […]

Alice Cooper
Gigs

ALICE COOPER announces ‘Too Close For Comfort’ UK Tour

February 20, 2024 XS Noize

Icon, pioneer, and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee – Alice Cooper has achieved so much in his lengthy career. But most importantly, Alice Cooper remains one the greatest rock shows on the planet. […]

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