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          Bear’s Den & Ciaran Lavery Team Up on New Single “Promiser” Ahead of Irish Tour

          September 12, 2025

          Bear’s Den and Irish singer-songwriter Ciaran Lavery have joined forces for ‘Promiser’ – a collaborative new single, released ahead of a fast-selling Irish tour later this month. The track is taken from an EP of […]

          Callum Beattie
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          Callum Beattie Announces New Album “Indi” — Out 23rd January 2026 Featuring New Single “Two Pretenders”

          September 11, 2025

          After achieving two consecutive #1 hits on the Scottish Albums Chart, a breakthrough on the UK Albums Chart for 2023’s ‘Vandals’, over 50 million streams and selling over 100,000 tickets in Scotland alone last year, Callum Beattie is now ready to rise to the next tier […]

          Gorillaz
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          Gorillaz Reveal Upcoming Album “The Mountain” Alongside UK & Ireland Arena Tour

          September 11, 2025

          Gorillaz will release a brand new studio album titled The Mountain on 20th March 2026, the first on the band’s own new label KONG. First track, The Happy Dictator (feat. Sparks) is out now. The Mountain is Gorillaz’ ninth studio album, an […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons - Arctic Moon
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Chameleons – Arctic Moon

          September 10, 2025

          After more than two decades without new material, The Chameleons return with Arctic Moon, their fifth album proper, a seven-track collection that feels both timeless and urgently relevant. From the opening moments, it’s clear the […]

          EP REVIEW: Stephen Thomas - The Universal Me
          Album Reviews

          EP REVIEW: Stephen Thomas – The Universal Me

          September 5, 2025

          On his latest EP The Universal Me, West Virginia–born singer-songwriter Stephen Thomas refuses to be boxed in. Blending R&B, pop, country, hip-hop, and alt-rock, he crafts a sound he calls the Universal genre — fluid, […]

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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: Pendulum Celebrate "Inertia" with High-Energy London Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Pendulum Celebrate “Inertia” with High-Energy London Launch Show

          September 10, 2025

          To mark the release of their new album Inertia, Pendulum’s Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen brought an electrifying DJ set to HERE at Outernet in London on September 5th. The Australian outfit has long been […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Hives Light Up Nottingham with Explosive Album Launch Show Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Hives Light Up Nottingham with Explosive Album Launch Show

          September 2, 2025

          On August 29th, The Hives unleashed their new album The Hives The Hives Forever Forever The Hives — and to mark the occasion, they stormed into Nottingham with a short but blisteringly energetic set. Mixing […]

        • 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// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Punk Spirit Burns Bright as SLF, PiL & Sham 69 Rock Custom House Square

          August 17, 2025

          Putting the Fast in Belfast 7 once again proved why it has become a staple of the city’s summer music calendar. A packed Custom House Square buzzed with anticipation as fans from across generations gathered […]

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Bryan Adams Brings Joy and Nostalgia to Leeds on ‘Roll With the Punches’ Tour

          May 20, 2025

          Legendary Canadian rocker Bryan Adams brought his unstoppable energy to Leeds on May 10th as part of his Roll With the Punches tour — and it was nothing short of a euphoric celebration of life, […]

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        • 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 […]

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        • Asha Maclean
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Asha Maclean on Her Single “Yoga,” Creative Roots, and Staying True to Herself

          June 25, 2025

          Asha Maclean grew up in a deeply creative household, so it’s little surprise that she emerged as a multitalented artist in her own right. Immersed in music and dance from a young age, she first […]

          DURAN DURAN
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          INTERVIEW: Roger Taylor on the Rhythm of Duran Duran: Hits, Influences & Life on the Road

          June 19, 2025

          John Kearns talks to Duran Duran –  The Duran Duran European summer tour is now in full swing. The DD truck has already rolled into cities such as Antwerp, Amsterdam and Rome and will continue […]

          Stephen Moore
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

          June 12, 2025

          Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

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        • Tom Smith
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          Editors’ Tom Smith on Debut Solo Album ‘There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The Light’ | XS Noize Podcast #244

          September 9, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “I wanted to be less collaborative, a bit more selfish, and make a record that’s a truer representation of the songs I write when I’m alone at the piano or guitar.” […]

          The Milk
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          The Milk’s Rick Nunn on new album ‘Borderlands’: Love, Loss & Cinematic Soul | XS Noize Podcast #243

          September 2, 2025

          Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube “We wanted Borderlands to sound as big as the emotions inside it — choirs, strings, brass, the whole lot.” – Rick Nunn, The Milk Episode Overview  In Episode #243 of the […]

          John Robb: From The Stone Roses to Oasis — Writing Rock’s Biggest Stories | XS Noize Podcast #242
          Podcasts

          John Robb: From The Stone Roses to Oasis — Writing Rock’s Biggest Stories | XS Noize Podcast #242

          August 27, 2025

          In Episode #242 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with John Robb — musician, journalist, author, broadcaster, and founder of Louder Than War — about his brand-new book Live Forever: The Rise, […]

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Wallows
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Wallows Bring ‘Model & More Tour’ to Belfast’s Custom House Square on August 18th

April 1, 2025 XS Noize

US rock band Wallows are bringing their Model & More Tour to Belfast’s Custom House Square on Monday 18th August 2025. Wallows (composed of Dylan Minnette, Braeden Lemasters, and Cole Preston) returned in 2024 with […]

Nile Rodgers
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Nile Rodgers and CHIC announce headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Sunday, August 31st

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, and multiple Grammy Award-winning songwriter, composer, producer, arranger, and guitarist Nile Rodgers is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline […]

midland
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Midland announce headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Friday 5th September 2025

February 24, 2025 XS Noize

Double Grammy® nominees Midland announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Friday 05th September 2025. Midland have sought to reintroduce the Western plains, Laurel Canyon-cum-Bakersfield and Lone Star juke joints to Country […]

Kingfishr
Gigs

Kingfishr announce their biggest Belfast headline show at Custom House Square

January 31, 2025 XS Noize

Following their sold-out Telegraph Building show, Limerick-based 3-piece, Kingfishr, announce their largest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square, Belfast on Thursday 7th August 2025. Kingfishr, have quickly established themselves as one of […]

Texas_
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Texas announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

Following on from their critically acclaimed sold-out UK arena tour, Texas will be bringing their popular, crowd loving live show to Custom House Square, Belfast next summer. Fronted by Sharleen Spiteri, Texas will showcase five […]

David Gray
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David Gray announces headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 18, 2024 XS Noize

David Gray announced a headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast, as part of his Past & Present World Tour. Gray’s highly anticipated new album, Dear Life, will be released on January 17, 2025, through […]

The Darkness
Gigs

The Darkness return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square with special guests ASH and Bad Nerves

October 28, 2024 XS Noize

Legends of rock, The Darkness, are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square with special guests ASH and Bad Nerves on Saturday, 09th August 2025. More than […]

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS at Custom House Square, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// STIFF LITTLE FINGERS & Special Guests at Custom House Square, Belfast

August 19, 2024 Bernie McAllister

Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS returned to Custom House Square for another memorable night in Belfast on Saturday, 17th August 2024, alongside an all-star line-up of very special guests & friends, including THE DAMNED, THE […]

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 […]

The Saw Doctors
Gigs

THE SAW DOCTORS announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

February 27, 2024 XS Noize

Following their sold-out Waterfront Hall and four sold-out shows at 3Olympia before Christmas, The Saw Doctors are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday, 24th August, with special guests, […]

Sonny Fodera
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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 […]

Billy Gillies
Gigs

BILLY GILLIES announces Custom House Square show on Saturday, 10th August 2024

February 2, 2024 XS Noize

Following his top 10 UK chart hit DNA, Trance superstar Billy Gillies is pleased to announce his biggest headline Belfast show to date at Custom House Square on Saturday, 10th August 2024. Billy will be […]

James Arthur
Gigs

JAMES ARTHUR announces Custom House Square, Belfast show on 27th August 2024

December 4, 2023 XS Noize

Following his recent return with new tracks ‘Blindside’ & ‘A Year Ago’, James Arthur has announced his fifth, brand new studio album, Bitter Sweet Love – out January 26th, 2024, on Columbia Records. James Arthur […]

pj harvey
Gigs

PJ HARVEY announces show at Custom House Square, Belfast on Thursday 22nd August 2024

November 27, 2023 XS Noize

Following the release of her Grammy-nominated tenth album I Inside the Old Year Dying, PJ Harvey today announces a headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast on Thursday 22nd August 2024. After releasing her debut […]

Two Door Cinema Club
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB announce show at Custom House Square, Belfast in Summer 2024

November 27, 2023 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have announced a massive concert for summer 2024 with a show at Custom House Square, Belfast, on Thursday 15th August 2024. Mixing guitar-driven hooks with a dancey, electronic polish, Northern Ireland’s […]

Madness
Gigs

MADNESS announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast

November 27, 2023 XS Noize

After scoring their first studio UK Official Charts No.1 album, Theatre Of The Absurd Presents C’est La Vie, one of the biggest and most loved British bands Madness, announce their ‘C’est La Vie’ summer tour […]

PIXIES
Gigs

PIXIES announce headline show at Custom House Square, Belfast, on Wednesday 28th August 2024

November 20, 2023 XS Noize

Indie rock legends Pixies announce their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square, Belfast, on Wednesday 28th August 2024. Pixies have been acclaimed as the most influential, pioneering band of the late […]

The Waterboys
News

THE WATERBOYS announce their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square

November 6, 2023 XS Noize

Folk rock legends The Waterboys are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square, Belfast, on Sunday, 18th August 2024. The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer, songwriter […]

Loco Land
Gigs

LOCO LAND a brand new festival for Belfast will take place at Custom House Square on Fri 4th August 2023

May 23, 2023 XS Noize

Loco Land a brand new festival for Belfast will take place at Custom House Square, Belfast Fri 4th August 2023. EXAMPLE. Born in London as Elliot John Gleave, the artist known simply as Example took […]

Kodaline
Gigs

KODALINE announce Custom House Square, Belfast show on Friday 11th August

March 28, 2023 XS Noize

International chart-topping hitmakers Kodaline are pleased to announce a headline Custom House Square, Belfast show on Friday 11th August 2023. Fresh from the release of their stripped-down live album Our Roots Run Deep and 2022 […]

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