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        • Northern Ireland Event Summit
          News

          Belfast Hosts Inaugural Northern Ireland Events Summit Bringing Together Industry Leaders

          March 12, 2026

          Professionals from across Northern Ireland’s events, hospitality and tourism sectors gathered at the W5 Lecture Theatre yesterday in Belfast for the inaugural Northern Ireland Event Summit, presented by Eventsec alongside industry partners Belsonic, Aiken Promotions, […]

          Violet Grohl announces debut album 'Be Sweet To Me' and shares new song “595”
          News

          Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ and shares new song “595”

          March 12, 2026

          Violet Grohl announces her debut album, Be Sweet To Me, set for global release on May 29th via Auroura Records / Republic Records. Following the 2025 release of “THUM” and “Applefish,” today Violet also unleashes a new album track “595,” […]

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
          News

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr

          March 11, 2026

          After teasing listeners with a partial release last year, Michigan-based industrial/noise rock outfit Prostitute now formally unveil their debut album Attempted Martyr via Mute Records.  Formed around frontman Moe and drummer Andrew, Prostitute also features […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

          March 6, 2026

          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

        • 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: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

        • 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// 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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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
        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          The Dream Machine
          Podcast

          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

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Kings of Leon
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Kings of Leon return to Belfast as Belsonic 2026 headliners

November 14, 2025 XS Noize

Multi-GRAMMY and BRIT Award-winning band Kings of Leon will headline Belsonic at Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Monday, 29th June 2026. Recognized as one of the world’s biggest alternative rock bands of the last 20 years, […]

Belsonic 2026
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Belsonic 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to Belfast’s Biggest Outdoor Festival

October 1, 2025 XS Noize

Belsonic in Belfast has become a fixture of the summer calendar because it brings together international acts with a devoted audience. The 2026 edition takes place throughout June in Ormeau Park, with gates opening at […]

The Cure
News

The Cure Announce Biggest-Ever Belfast Show at Belsonic 2026

September 30, 2025 XS Noize

Rock legends The Cure are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast show to date at Belsonic, Belfast on Sunday, June 28th, with support from The Twilight Sad and Just Mustard. Formed in Crawley, Sussex, England, […]

Teddy Swims
News

Teddy Swims Announces Huge Belsonic 2026 Headline Show – June 22nd

September 29, 2025 XS Noize

GRAMMY-nominated vocal powerhouse Teddy Swims today announces a run of outdoor shows and festivals across the UK and Ireland for summer 2026. Kicking off at Isle of Wight Festival on June 20, Swims will then […]

Def Leppard
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Def Leppard announce Belfast Belsonic show – Friday 26 June 2026

September 1, 2025 XS Noize

Def Leppard, the UK’s Greatest Arena Rock Band, today announce UK and EU tour dates in June and July 2026. The eleven dates announced today include headlining the iconic The O2 in London and the […]

Catfish and the Bottlemen Return to Belfast for Massive Belsonic 2025 Headliner
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Catfish and the Bottlemen Return to Belfast for Massive Belsonic 2025 Headliner

April 4, 2025 XS Noize

Multi-Platinum-selling, arena filling and festival headlining giants Catfish and the Bottlemen are pleased to announce a headline show Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on Sunday 15th June 2025. Catfish and the Bottlemen’s arena-filling sonic outlook has […]

Madness
Gigs

Madness plus very special guests Ocean Colour Scene announce Belsonic Show on Thursday 19th June 2025

February 3, 2025 XS Noize

One of the biggest and most loved British bands, Madness, returns to Ireland to play a summer show at Belsonic, Belfast on Thursday, 19th June 2025. Ocean Colour Scene are very special guests. Madness will […]

Charli xcx
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Charli xcx announces headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast in June 2025

November 20, 2024 XS Noize

Pop Star Charli xcx announces a headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on Wednesday 18th June 2025 with special guest, The Japanese House. Charli released her number 1 selling album ‘BRAT’ earlier this year […]

blk.
Gigs

DJ/Producer blk. announces his biggest Irish headline show at Belsonic on Friday, June 27th, 2025

November 5, 2024 XS Noize

Following a sold-out 3 Arena and Emerge Belfast shows one of Ireland’s fastest rising DJ/Producer blk. announces his biggest Irish headline show to date at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on Friday, June 27th, 2025. The […]

SNOW PATROL
Gigs

Snow Patrol announce show at Belsonic, Belfast on Saturday 21 June 2025

November 4, 2024 XS Noize

SNOW PATROL today announce outdoor shows for summer 2025 with a date at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on Saturday, 21 June 2025. Their stunning number one new album ‘The Forest Is The Path’ featuring new […]

Alanis Morissette
Gigs

Alanis Morissette announces Belsonic, Belfast show on 30th June 2025

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

Today, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette is thrilled to announce her 2025 World Tour. This run of shows across the UK, Europe, and South America, follows this summer’s North American incredibly successful 35-date Triple […]

Stereophonics
Gigs

Stereophonics to headline Belsonic, Belfast on Thursday 5th June 2025

October 7, 2024 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most enduring and loved bands Stereophonics have today announced their biggest ever tour for summer 2025. Stadium Anthems promises to be a journey through the band’s incredible career, with no hit […]

Justin Timberlake
Gigs

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE announces headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Thursday, 26th June 2025

September 23, 2024 XS Noize

Renowned musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake announces a headline show at Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Thursday, 26th June 2025. Fans can expect to hear their favorite hit singles from across his catalogue alongside singles […]

Limp Bizkit
Gigs

LIMP BIZKIT announce special guests Tom Morello & rock duo Nova Twins for their headline show at Belsonic, Belfast

May 15, 2024 XS Noize

US nu-metal legends Limp Bizkit are pleased to announce the full supporting line-up for their headline show at Ormeau Park, Belfast on Wednesday 12th June 2024. For one very special night in Belfast, special guests, […]

Belsonic and Emerge
News

BELSONIC & EMERGE Music Festivals Generate Over £30 Million for Northern Ireland Economy

April 3, 2024 XS Noize

The 2023 editions of the Belsonic Festival at Belfast’s Ormeau Park and Emerge Music Festival in the city’s Boucher Fields generated additional economic activity amounting to £30.8 Million pounds. They created almost 6,000 paid employment […]

Shania Twain
Gigs

SHANIA TWAIN announces headline show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, on Thursday 27th June 2024

February 12, 2024 XS Noize

Five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning legend and the best-selling female artist in country music history, Shania Twain, is pleased to announce a headline show at Ormeau Park, Belsonic, on Thursday, 27th June 2024, with special guest Rag’n’Bone […]

Limp Bizkit
Gigs

LIMP BIZKIT announce headline show at Belsonic, Belfast on 12th June 2024

December 4, 2023 XS Noize

US nu-metal legends Limp Bizkit are pleased to announce a headline show at Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Wednesday 12th June 2024. Limp Bizkit has returned to touring with some of their biggest-ever UK shows. They […]

BEN NICKY & SCOOTER
Gigs

BEN NICKY & SCOOTER announce co-headline show on Belfast’s biggest stage at Belsonic, Ormeau Park

November 22, 2023 XS Noize

Two Techno and electronic music giants, Ben Nicky and Scooter, have come together for a co-headline show on Belfast’s biggest stage at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, for one very special night on Saturday, June 29th 2024. […]

Picture This
Gigs

PICTURE THIS announce Belsonic, Belfast show on 8th June 2024

November 20, 2023 XS Noize

Following their sold-out two SSE Arena shows in October, Picture This have announced a return to Ormeau Park on 8th June 2024 with special guest Calum Scott. Ireland’s hottest musical export in decades, Picture This […]

Sting
Gigs

STING with special guest BLONDIE announced for Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast on 19th June 2024

October 27, 2023 XS Noize

The Cherrytree Music Company and Live Nation have confirmed that 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting will perform a special My Songs concert in Belfast at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, on 19th June 2024. This marks the […]

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