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        • The Veils
          News

          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

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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

          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
        • 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 […]

          :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

  • Podcast
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          Podcast

          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
          Podcast

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
          Podcast

          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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D.O.D
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D.O.D announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast in November

August 7, 2024 XS Noize

Fresh from the release of his hit single “Paradise” and his new collab with Sonny Fodera and Jazzy ‘Somedays’, D.O.D is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday, November 29th. […]

Kodaline
Gigs

KODALINE announce show at the Limelight, Belfast, on Friday, 16th August 2024

July 25, 2024 XS Noize

International chart-topping hitmakers Kodaline are pleased to announce an intimate Electric Picnic warm-up show at the Limelight, Belfast, on Friday, 16th August 2024. Kodaline has released four albums, three of which were #1 in Ireland, […]

Bad Manners
Gigs

Ska legends BAD MANNERS announce Limelight, Belfast show in November 2024

July 24, 2024 XS Noize

Ska legends Bad Manners have announced a series of exciting shows across Ireland for November 2024. Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel (real name Douglas Trendle), the band was formed in 1976 while the members were together […]

Eirewave
News

EIREWAVE Expands Coverage to Newry, Armagh, and Down on DAB+

July 14, 2024 XS Noize

Eirewave, the Northern Ireland pop and rock radio station, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its broadcasting reach with the launch of a new small-scale DAB service across Newry, Armagh, and Down. This significant […]

Anastacia
Gigs

Pop icon ANASTACIA announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 23 April 2025

July 1, 2024 XS Noize

Pop icon Anastacia has today announced a huge European tour for 2025, introducing the ‘Not That Kind’ tour. The mammoth tour marks 25 years since Anastacia’s debut studio album which was released in 2000. Anastacia […]

Cyndi Lauper
Gigs

CYNDI LAUPER announces UK and EU dates for her ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour’

June 24, 2024 XS Noize

Today, Cyndi Lauper announces UK and EU dates for her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the colossal tour will head to Europe next February, marking Lauper’s first major run […]

Keith & Kristyn Getty
Gigs

KEITH & KRISTYN GETTY bring their ‘Home For Christmas’ show to The SSE Arena, Belfast on Friday 20 December 2024

June 24, 2024 XS Noize

Join Ireland’s own Keith & Kristyn Getty, famed GRAMMY®-nominated recording artists known for modern hymns and carols such as “In Christ Alone,” live at the SSE Arena, Belfast on December 20th 2024. Previously featured to […]

Kate Nash
Gigs

KATE NASH announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast on 17th December 2024

June 24, 2024 XS Noize

Kate Nash is a BRIT Award-winning singer-songwriter, musician and actress known for her fearless approach to music and unapologetic storytelling. With a career spanning over a decade, she has garnered critical acclaim for her chart-topping […]

David C Clements
News

Northern Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS announces his new studio album ‘The Garden’

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his stunning comeback single “Reckless”, his first piece of new material in eight years, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements has now announced his plans for his new studio album […]

Liam Gallagher
News

Anticipation Soars for Belfast Vital as Liam Gallagher Revives ‘Definitely Maybe’ in 90s Splendor

June 19, 2024 XS Noize

Liam Gallagher is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s groundbreaking and hugely influential debut album with the “Definitely Maybe 30 Years” tour. This year’s tour includes a highly anticipated show at BELFAST VITAL 2024, held […]

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The John Andrews Band at The American Bar, Belfast

June 17, 2024 XS Noize

The John Andrews Band delivered an unforgettable performance during their first headline show of the year at The American Bar in Belfast’s Sailortown. Hosted by singer/songwriter Acoustic Dan (Daniel Gregory) and Gérard Skelly, their set […]

Joshua Bassett
Gigs

JOSHUA BASSETT brings THE GOLDEN YEARS HEADLINE TOUR to Ulster Hall, Belfast on 17th September 2024

June 13, 2024 XS Noize

Singer, songwriter, and actor Joshua Bassett announces The Golden Years Tour featuring special guest Thomas Day. Produced by Live Nation, the 24-city North American leg kicks off on July 30 at Arizona Financial Theatre in […]

Myles Kennedy
Gigs

MYLES KENNEDY announces headline solo show in The Limelight, Belfast on 6th December 2024

June 11, 2024 XS Noize

Following a year on the road alongside Slash and the Conspirators, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter Myles Kennedy has announced a solo show in The Limelight on 6th December 2024. As a prolific songwriter, powerhouse […]

the Jesus Lizard
Gigs

the JESUS LIZARD announce Limelight, Belfast show on 14th January 2025

June 5, 2024 XS Noize

In the jade-cultivating climes of online rock journalism, the angle of “band has new album,” is about as interesting as watching Instagram reels of your brother-in-law’s recent bathroom remodel. But when a band decides to […]

Belfast TradFest
News

BELFAST TRADFEST set to take over Belfast from July 21st – 28th 2024

June 4, 2024 XS Noize

Belfast TradFest, Northern Ireland’s premier traditional music, song, and dance festival, is back for its much-anticipated 6th edition. Running from July 21st to 28th, this year’s festival offers over three hundred and fifty events with […]

DAVID C CLEMENTS announces Ulster Hall show with full band and Arco String Quartet
Gigs

DAVID C CLEMENTS announces Ulster Hall show with full band and Arco String Quartet

May 28, 2024 XS Noize

Following the release of his debut album, ‘The Longest Day in History’ in 2016, David C Clements established himself as one of Northern Ireland’s most distinctive voices. In 2022, he stood in as lead singer […]

The 30+ Club Festival
Gigs

The 30+ Club Festival In The Square Announced for Belfast’s CHSq

May 27, 2024 XS Noize

Due to overwhelming demand, “The 30+ Club” will add a final 2024 Belfast date on Bank Holiday Sunday 25th August 2024, outdoors at Belfast’s iconic Custom House Square. This will be Ireland’s first-ever 30+ outdoor […]

Bambie Thug
Gigs

BAMBIE THUG announces headline show at Limelight 2, Belfast

May 24, 2024 XS Noize

Cork-born alt disruptor Bambie Thug (they/them/fae) is smashing through gender and socio-political stereotypes to create an era-defining sound that borders on elements of pop, rock, electronic and more. Self-coining the term ‘Ouija-pop’ to describe their […]

You Me At Six
Gigs

YOU ME AT SIX announce farewell shows in Dublin & Belfast

May 24, 2024 XS Noize

British rock royalty, You Me At Six, take their final lap of the UK and Ireland for their farewell tour, which kicks off on March 7th, 2025, at Dublin’s 3Olympia and includes their last-ever show […]

JC STEWART
Gigs

JC STEWART ‘I’m A Mess Tour’ announced for The Limelight, Belfast

May 22, 2024 XS Noize

JC will be performing brand new and unreleased songs from his next studio project, as well as fan favourites. “I’m unbelievably excited to be coming back to Belfast to play what I’ve been working on […]

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