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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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
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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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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • December 10
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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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        • Col Gerrard
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          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
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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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        • 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
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          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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Liverpool four piece THE NIGHT CAFE announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement, Sunday 22nd September 2019
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Liverpool four piece THE NIGHT CAFE announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement, Sunday 22nd September 2019

May 8, 2019 XS Noize

Liverpool four-piece The Night Cafe announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement on Sunday 22nd September 2019. In 2018, the band released the Bunkbed EP which featured previous singles Felicity and Turn. In January […]

Brighton quartet FUR announce Belfast show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT, Sunday 15th September 2019
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Brighton quartet FUR announce Belfast show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT, Sunday 15th September 2019

May 7, 2019 XS Noize

Brighton quartet FUR announces a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement on Sunday 15th September 2019. The band released their new self-titled EP on February 14th on Nice Swan Records. Nice Swan has quickly become […]

HOT CHIP announce headline Belfast show at THE LIMELIGHT 1, Wednesday 16th October 2019 1
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HOT CHIP announce headline Belfast show at THE LIMELIGHT 1, Wednesday 16th October 2019

May 7, 2019 XS Noize

UK indie electronic band Hot Chip have announced a headline Belfast show at Limelight 1 on Wednesday 16th October 2019. Hot Chip will release their electrifying seventh album, A Bath Full of Ecstasy, on June […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB announce Belfast show at the TELEGRAPH BUILDING, Wednesday October 16th 2019
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB announce Belfast show at the TELEGRAPH BUILDING, Wednesday October 16th 2019

May 7, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement of their fourth studio album ‘False Alarm’ (out June 14th on Prolifica Inc/ [PIAS]) and a HUGE UK arena tour, Two Door Cinema Club are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show […]

MAY MCFETTRIDGE to make her opera debut at the Grand Opera House, Belfast 1
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MAY MCFETTRIDGE to make her opera debut at the Grand Opera House, Belfast

May 6, 2019 XS Noize

May McFettridge is delighted to announce that, after many, many offers from opera companies all over the world, she will make her operatic debut appearance for Northern Ireland Opera at the Grand Opera House, Belfast. […]

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October
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British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS announce headline Belfast show at Voodoo, Saturday 19th October

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

British trip-hop outfit HÆLOS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Saturday 19th October 2019. On May 10th, their sophomore album, Any Random Kindness. Due out through Infectious, the follow-up to […]

CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019
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CIARAN LAVERY announces intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre, Saturday 22nd June 2019

May 2, 2019 XS Noize

Northern Ireland’s own, singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery is pleased to announce an intimate headline Belfast show at Accidental Theatre on Saturday 22nd June 2019. I know this seems self-centred but I am, so I don’t care…” […]

RUSSIAN CIRCLES Announce BELFAST Show at LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday August 10th 2019
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RUSSIAN CIRCLES Announce BELFAST Show at LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday August 10th 2019

May 1, 2019 XS Noize

American instrumental and post-metal act Russian Circles are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, August 10th 2019. Celebrated Chicago post-metal/rock trio, Russian Circles released their sixth studio album, Guidance, […]

THE DEAD SOUTH - Confirm Belfast, Ulster Hall Show on 19th February 2020
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THE DEAD SOUTH – Confirm Belfast, Ulster Hall Show on 19th February 2020

April 30, 2019 XS Noize

Following their sold-out show at The Button Factory in January, The Dead South confirm they will return to Dublin in 2020 performing at Vicar Street, 18th February. The band will also perform Ulster Hall, Belfast on 19th February. Tickets on sale this Friday […]

THE LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019
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THE LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock band The Leisure Society has announced a headline Belfast show at Duke Of York on Wednesday 18th September 2019. On the 10th anniversary of their first ever single ( The Last of the […]

INTERVIEW: Rising Irish Rapper KOJAQUE Talks Ahead of Headline Belfast Show 1
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INTERVIEW: Rising Irish Rapper KOJAQUE Talks Ahead of Headline Belfast Show

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Dublin rapper Kojaque is an artist steadily gaining ground on the Irish and international music scene, thanks to his production style, stunning visuals, and biting lyrics. Co-founder of independent label Soft Boy Records, Kojaque mixes […]

LE BOOM Announce Headline Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Belfast, Thursday 10th October 2019 1
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LE BOOM Announce Headline Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK, Belfast, Thursday 10th October 2019

April 24, 2019 XS Noize

Irish electro-indie-house-pop duo Le Boom is pleased to announce a headline Belfast, Duke Of York show on Thursday 10th October 2019. The band comprising of Christy Leech and Aimie Mallon will release their eclectic debut […]

SAARLOOS - Announce DUKE OF YORK, Belfast Show on Thursday 17th October 2019
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SAARLOOS – Announce DUKE OF YORK, Belfast Show on Thursday 17th October 2019

April 19, 2019 XS Noize

Irish band Saarloos has announced a headline Belfast show at Duke of York on Thursday, October 17th 2019. The critically acclaimed band has already racked up over 4 million plays on Spotify and have performed […]

THE CHATS Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Tuesday August 20th 2019
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THE CHATS Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 2, Tuesday August 20th 2019

April 17, 2019 XS Noize

Australian punk rock band The Chats are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 20th August 2019. The band released their new single ‘Pub Feed’ after the announcement of […]

THE DARKNESS Announce New Album, 'Easter Is Cancelled'
Gigs

THE DARKNESS Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1, Tuesday 26th November 2019

April 9, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock band The Darkness are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on Tuesday 26th November 2019.  The Darkness have announced that they’ll release a new album later this year.  It’s titled Easter […]

RIDE Announce Belfast Show at LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday 7th June 2019
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RIDE Announce Belfast Show at LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday 7th June 2019

April 8, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock band RIDE is pleased to announce a headline show at the Limelight 2 on Friday 07th June 2019. The bands most recent album release ‘ Weather Diaries’ is the fifth studio album by […]

TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guests Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th
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TIMMY TRUMPET Plus special guests Live @ Boucher Road Playing Fields Saturday August 24th

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

Following his sold Out Belsonic show in 2018, Timmy Trumpet returns to Belfast along with special guest Jonas Blue, Fedde Le Grand, MaRlo & Jay Pryor at Boucher Road Playing Fields Belfast on Saturday, August […]

VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June 2
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VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June

April 4, 2019 XS Noize

VAN MORRISON has confirmed he will play a show at Live At Botanic Gardens on 23 June. A brand new festival for this summer, Live At Botanic Gardens will be a series of outdoor concerts […]

LIVE REVIEW: IDLES play to an ecstatic crowd in awe at their presence at Belfast Empire
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LIVE REVIEW: IDLES play to an ecstatic crowd in awe at their presence at Belfast Empire

April 3, 2019 Marcus Millar

Hot off the heels of their massively acclaimed sophomore album, Joy As An Act of Resistance, IDLES played to a sold out crowd at The Empire and didn’t disappoint one bit! The band opened with […]

SPIRAL STAIRS (Pavement) Announce VOODOO, Belfast Show, September 25th 2019
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SPIRAL STAIRS (Pavement) Announce VOODOO, Belfast Show, September 25th 2019

April 2, 2019 XS Noize

Pavement co-founder Scott Kannberg – best known to the musical world as Spiral Stairs is pleased to announce a headline show at Voodoo, Belfast on 25th September 2019. Their new album We Wanna Be Hyp-No-Tized […]

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