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          Enter Shikari Announce Belfast Show At The Telegraph Building

          June 24, 2026

          Enter Shikari will bring their Lose Your Self Tour to The Telegraph Building, Belfast, on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. The St Albans band will be joined on the night by Girlfriend. Tickets go on sale […]

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          Duran Duran Announce ‘Free To Love’ Remix Album Featuring Trixie Mattel

          June 23, 2026

          Duran Duran have announced Free To Love: Hot Star Remixes, a new remix collection built around their recent single “Free To Love,” featuring Nile Rodgers. The remix album will be released digitally across streaming platforms […]

          Editors
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          Editors Announce New Album ‘Surface, Echo & Sound’ And Share ‘The Rush’

          June 23, 2026

          Editors have announced their eighth studio album, Surface, Echo & Sound, set for release on October 30, 2026, via Play It Again Sam. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared the album’s latest single, “The […]

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          London-based Brazilian multi-instrumentalist MOMO returns with Tum Tum Tum, an eight-track collection recorded live in South London. Twenty years and eight albums into his career, the record reflects an artist still in motion, refining his […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace - Avalanche
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Embrace – Avalanche

          June 10, 2026

          For three decades, West Yorkshire’s finest have been a steadfast pillar of the British music scene. Celebrating their 30-year milestone in 2026, Embrace return with their highly anticipated ninth studio album, Avalanche. It’s a record […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

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          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
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          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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

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          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Mulatu Astatke Brings Ethio-Jazz Mastery To Meltdown Festival

          June 19, 2026

          It is often said that engineers become inventors because they possess the technical knowledge, discipline and imagination needed to turn ideas into functional realities. Mulatu Astatke’s story makes that connection feel especially apt. Born in […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Kamasi Washington Brings Spiritual Jazz Majesty To Meltdown Festival

          June 16, 2026

          It has been a significant year for the Southbank Centre, which recently received a £10 million grant as part of its 75th birthday celebrations. Adding to that sense of occasion, Harry Styles was announced as […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
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          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
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          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 […]

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          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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
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          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
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          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. […]

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          Rosa Walton on ‘Tell Me It’s A Dream’, Let’s Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 | XS Noize Podcast #290

          June 23, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Rosa Walton. Best known as one half of Let’s Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa joins Mark to discuss her debut […]

          Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona on ‘Hate That I Care’ and Creative Independence | XS Noize Podcast #289

          June 16, 2026

          Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and […]

          Embrace
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          Danny McNamara on Embrace’s New Album ‘Avalanche’ and Why Life Doesn’t Wait | XS Noize Podcast #288

          June 9, 2026

          Danny McNamara joins the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Embrace’s new album Avalanche, 30 years of the band, fatherhood, songwriting, The Good Will Out and why life doesn’t wait. […]

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TRACK PREMIERE: BEA - In Circles
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TRACK PREMIERE: BEA – In Circles

May 14, 2021 XS Noize

BEA is an Independent ‘hazy folk pop’ artist from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Her influences range from the likes of Foy Vance and Hozier to Dermot Kennedy, Maggie Rodgers and Phoebe Bridgers, with honest storytelling and […]

RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce 20th Anniversary World Tour show at The Waterfront Hall, Belfast Saturday 19th Feb 2022
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RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS announce 20th Anniversary World Tour show at The Waterfront Hall, Belfast Saturday 19th Feb 2022

May 13, 2021 XS Noize

There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, from their formation in 2002 and a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with the Darkness to opening the main […]

THE OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE in Belfast is set to mark its 14th birthday with a specially recorded series of music performances 1
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THE OH YEAH MUSIC CENTRE in Belfast is set to mark its 14th birthday with a specially recorded series of music performances

May 5, 2021 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre in Belfast is set to mark its 14th birthday with a specially recorded series of music performances. Oh Yeah opened its doors to the public on 5th May 2007. The […]

THE CHARLATANS announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast on the 22nd of November 2021 1
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THE CHARLATANS announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast on the 22nd of November 2021

April 27, 2021 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS are proud to announce their (Covid) delayed 30th Anniversary Tour and that they will release a special album box set on limited edition blue vinyl on Then Recordings through Republic Of Music on […]

ALABAMA 3 announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 26th March 2022
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ALABAMA 3 announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 26th March 2022

April 26, 2021 XS Noize

South London genre-blending storytellers Alabama 3 are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Saturday 26th March 2022. Set to further add to their rich musical heritage with a new single […]

CHRIS DE BURGH announces headline show at Waterfront Hall, Belfast on Sunday 20 February 2022 1
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CHRIS DE BURGH announces headline show at Waterfront Hall, Belfast on Sunday 20 February 2022

April 26, 2021 XS Noize

In the 45th year since the release of his album “Spanish Train and Other Stories”, Chris de Burgh announces he will be embarking on an epic tour with his band to promote his brand new […]

DJANGO DJANGO announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast on 9th October
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DJANGO DJANGO announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast on 9th October

April 21, 2021 XS Noize

As things are starting to open up and with a definite sense of hope in the air, we’re delighted to announce that Django Django, who broke onto the scene in 2012 with their hit single […]

FATBOY SLIM announces Shine 25th birthday at THE TELEGRAPH BUILDING, Belfast Saturday 23rd October 2021 1
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FATBOY SLIM announces Shine 25th birthday at THE TELEGRAPH BUILDING, Belfast Saturday 23rd October 2021

April 20, 2021 XS Noize

We’ve come a long long way together! One of dance music’s most iconic figures comes to The Telegraph Building this October to help us celebrate our 25th Birthday. Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim is renowned […]

VILLAGERS announce new album 'Fever Dreams' & headline show at Empire Music Hall, Belfast 1
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VILLAGERS announce new album ‘Fever Dreams’ & headline show at Empire Music Hall, Belfast

April 20, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Conor O’Brien is pleased to announce Villagers’ fifth studio album Fever Dreams which will be released on August 20th via Domino. Escapism is a very necessary pursuit right now, and Fever Dreams follows it […]

Legendary rockers STATUS QUO announce headline Irish shows for February 2022 1
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Legendary rockers STATUS QUO announce headline Irish shows for February 2022

April 20, 2021 XS Noize

Legendary rockers STATUS QUO are coming back to reclaim their position on the live circuit – with a brand new tour. The ‘Out Out Quoing’ Spring Tour in 2022 will stop off at The Waterfront […]

DAPPY announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Sunday 24th October 2021 2
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DAPPY announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Sunday 24th October 2021

April 15, 2021 XS Noize

The British 4 x platinum selling chart-topping rapper and singer, Dappy is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Sunday 24th October 2021. Dappy well known for his time with N-Dubz, […]

IRON MAIDEN announce headline show at Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 13th 2022 1
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IRON MAIDEN announce headline show at Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 13th 2022

April 13, 2021 XS Noize

IRON MAIDEN will return to Northern Ireland next year to headline Belfast’s Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Monday, June 13th 2022 with their ‘The Legacy Of The Beast Tour’. Maiden will bring ‘The Legacy Of […]

WILD YOUTH announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday March 5th 2022 2
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WILD YOUTH announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday March 5th 2022

April 8, 2021 XS Noize

Irish pop connoisseurs Wild Youth are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, March 05th 2022. The four-piece recently released their much-anticipated sophomore EP Forever Girl. Tickets on sale Friday, […]

DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show! 1
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DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show!

April 7, 2021 XS Noize

Following a number of sold-out appearances across Northern Ireland in recent years, British DJ/Producer PATRICK TOPPING announces his biggest ever Belfast show! He’s joined by longstanding Shine favourite, the techno kingpin and Berghain Berlin resident […]

BICEP are nominated for two Brit Awards following the release of #2 charting album ‘Isles’
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BICEP are nominated for two Brit Awards following the release of #2 charting album ‘Isles’

April 1, 2021 XS Noize

In an incredible achievement for the independent electronic duo, Bicep are nominated in two categories at this year’s BRIT Awards—‘British Group’ and ‘Breakthrough Artist’—following the release of their acclaimed album “Isles”. A record that expands […]

INTERVIEW with Belfast pop-noir duo Dark Tropics 1
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INTERVIEW with Belfast pop-noir duo Dark Tropics

March 23, 2021 Lee Campbell

Dark Tropics are a new and exciting pop-noir duo from Belfast. They are on the cusp of releasing only their third single, yet their songs have a cinematic quality and a depth to them that […]

TOM ODELL announces new album 'monsters' - Listen to  new single ‘monster v.1.’ 1
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TOM ODELL announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter, plus platinum-selling, chart-topping artist Tom Odell is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022. Tom released his new single ‘monster […]

RAG’N’BONE MAN announces Belfast and Dublin dates for October 2021 1
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RAG’N’BONE MAN announces Belfast and Dublin dates for October 2021

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

RAG’N’BONE MAN has announced dates at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin: 18th October 2021 and Waterfront Hall, Belfast: 19th October 2021. The tour announcement comes ahead of the release of the multi-platinum singer’s highly anticipated sophomore […]

ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 30th April 2022 1
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ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 30th April 2022

March 11, 2021 XS Noize

Ashley McBryde is lauded by The New York Times as “an alluringly flexible singer, fluent in classic country, blues and Southern rock, with a voice that moves easily from tender to tough.” Her GRAMMY-nominated ‘Girl […]

TOM GRENNAN announces interactive virtual live gig for Friday 5th February 1
Gigs

TOM GRENNAN announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 29th March 2022

March 10, 2021 XS Noize

The news follows Tom’s performance on The Graham Norton Show with Ella Henderson for their new single ‘Let’s Go Home Together’ which is currently climbing the UK and Irish charts. The track is a new […]

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