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        • Dea Matrona
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          Dea Matrona share new single ‘My Own Party’ from upcoming album ‘Hate That I Care’

          May 11, 2026

          Dea Matrona return with new song “My Own Party”, the third release from their upcoming second album ‘Hate That I Care’, out 5th June 2026, along with a colourful music video. Recorded, written and produced […]

          Billy Corgan
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          Billy Corgan Announces European Tour for ‘A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness’

          May 11, 2026

          Following a critically acclaimed seven date run last year at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, today Billy Corgan, the frontman of the two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, announces a European tour […]

          Chance Peña
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          Chance Peña Returns With New Single ‘The Voyager’ Ahead of UK & Ireland Tour

          May 8, 2026

          Today, Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña unveils his new single “The Voyager,” alongside a brand new cinematic visual. “The Voyager” unfolds as a dynamically layered song, beginning in an intimate, stripped-back space before […]

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          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Rozzi – Fig Tree

          May 7, 2026

          This is the time of year when music lovers are on the lookout for that perfect summer album — a record to effortlessly soundtrack beach bars, balmy evenings, road trips and sunny strolls. Look no […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

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          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 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

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          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
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          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

          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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          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 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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          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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          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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        • da Googie
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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
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          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
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          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 […]

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JAMES ARTHUR returns to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 11th August 2020
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JAMES ARTHUR returns to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 11th August 2020

February 3, 2020 XS Noize

X-Factor winner and multi-million selling artist, James Arthur returns to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 11th August 2020. James Arthur is a British singer/songwriter who after winning The X […]

GAVIN JAMES returns with his largest headline Belfast show  at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August
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GAVIN JAMES returns with his largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August

January 28, 2020 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT show at the Ulster Hall in 2019, Gavin James returns with his largest headline Belfast show to date at Custom House Square on Saturday 22nd August 2020. Gavin’s total streams are […]

CAMELPHAT Announce their largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square, Friday 28th August
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CAMELPHAT Announce their largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square, Friday 28th August

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT show at the infamous Belfast City Centre warehouse venue; The Telegraph Building in 2019, Camelphat return with the duo’s largest headline Belfast show to date at Custom House Square on Friday […]

IN FOCUS: The Coronas + Tom Odell and Roe @ CHSq 2019, Custom House Square, Belfast 14
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: The Coronas + Tom Odell and Roe @ CHSq 2019, Custom House Square, Belfast

August 24, 2019 Conor Kinahan

With another Emotional Rollercoaster of a Gig under it’s belt, CHSq took the crowd on quite the journey last night with Local Lass, ROE hitting us with song’s that reached out to those in the […]

IN FOCUS// Madness + Ian Broudie & the Lightning Seeds @ Custom House Square, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Madness + Ian Broudie & the Lightning Seeds @ Custom House Square, Belfast

August 21, 2019 Conor Kinahan

Camden Ska Legend’s Madness took to the stage in Belfast’s iconic Custom House Square last night with a sea of fez’s greeting them. Our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night.     […]

INTERVIEW: The Coronas' Danny O'Reilly - "Playing live is like a drug to me" 4
Interviews

INTERVIEW: The Coronas’ Danny O’Reilly – “Playing live is like a drug to me”

August 15, 2019 XS Noize

The Coronas return to Belfast with their Biggest NI headline show yet at Custom House Square (CHSQ) on Friday 23rd August 2019. They will be joined on the night by very special guest, Tom Odell […]

INTERVIEW: Ryan McMullan on playing his biggest ever Belfast show at Custom House Square 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Ryan McMullan on playing his biggest ever Belfast show at Custom House Square

August 13, 2019 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT Ulster Hall show on December 21st,  Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan is playing his biggest ever Belfast show at Custom House Square on Saturday 17th August 2019.  The past year has seen a […]

ANNE MARIE Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show on Sunday 18th August 2019
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ANNE MARIE Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show on Sunday 18th August 2019

March 4, 2019 XS Noize

2018’s biggest-selling UK debut act of the year, Anne-Marie, has today announced her biggest Belfast show to date at Custom House Square (CHSQ) on Sunday 18th August 2019. A hugely triumphant year for the Essex-born […]

STIFF LITTLE FINGERS Announce Belfast Custom House Square Show on Saturday 24th August 2019
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STIFF LITTLE FINGERS Announce Belfast Custom House Square Show on Saturday 24th August 2019

March 4, 2019 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show last year, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS are back! at Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 24th August 2019 alongside an all-star lineup of special […]

King of Techno CARL COX set to play The Telegraph Building, Belfast this summer
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King of Techno CARL COX set to play The Telegraph Building, Belfast this summer

February 26, 2019 XS Noize

Following two monumental sell out outdoor festival shows at Belsonic and Custom House Square in Belfast over the past few years, SHINE are proud to announce the return of the undisputed ‘King of Techno’ CARL […]

JESS GLYNNE announces Custom House Square, Belfast show, Wednesday 21st August 2019
Gigs

JESS GLYNNE announces Custom House Square, Belfast show, Wednesday 21st August 2019

February 4, 2019 XS Noize

UK sensation Jess Glynne is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square (CHSQ) on Wednesday 21st August 2019. Jess’s debut ‘I Cry When I Laugh’ is one […]

DENIS SULTA announces his biggest ever Northern Irish SULTA SELECTS show for Belfast in 2019
Gigs

DENIS SULTA announces his biggest ever Northern Irish SULTA SELECTS show for Belfast in 2019

January 7, 2019 XS Noize

Having very quickly sold out his Sulta Selects Boxing Night 2018 show at Belfast’s Telegraph Building, Scottish DJ/Producer phenomenon DENIS SULTA announces his biggest ever Northern Irish SULTA SELECTS show for Belfast in 2019, with a show at Custom […]

CHSQ & SHINE ANNOUNCE; BICEP [DJ] | KiNK [LIVE] & HAMMER @ Custom House Square, Belfast Bank Holiday Sunday 25h Aug 2019
Gigs

CHSQ & SHINE ANNOUNCE; BICEP [DJ] | KiNK [LIVE] & HAMMER @ Custom House Square, Belfast Bank Holiday Sunday 25h Aug 2019

December 20, 2018 XS Noize

Belfast born, London based Electronic pioneers BICEP announce their return to their home turf for their biggest ever Northern Irish FEEL MY BICEP event. The pair has recently completed an acclaimed and extensive live tour […]

MADNESS Announce CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE, Belfast Show, August 20th 2019
Gigs

MADNESS Announce CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE, Belfast Show, August 20th 2019

December 10, 2018 XS Noize

English Ska legends MADNESS are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at Belfast’s CHSq on Tuesday 20th August 2019. Formed in the mid to late 1970s Madness is one of […]

GERRY CINNAMON is bringing his headline show to Belfast for a night at the Ulster Hall on 7th March. 1
Gigs

GERRY CINNAMON Announces CUSTOM HOUSE SQUARE, Belfast Show, Sunday 11th August 2019

December 3, 2018 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT Ulster Hall show, Gerry Cinnamon is pleased to announce his biggest Belfast show to date at Belfast’s CHSq on Sunday, August 11th 2019. With no hype machine, no radio play and […]

IN FOCUS// Stiff Little Fingers / The Damned @ Custom House Square, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Stiff Little Fingers / The Damned @ Custom House Square, Belfast

August 27, 2018 Clair McAllister

Belfast punk legends Stiff Little Fingers played an amazing show at Custom House Square on Saturday night with special guests The Damned, The Defects and The Buzzcocks. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these […]

IN FOCUS// RAG ‘n’ BONE MAN @ Custom House Square, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// RAG ‘n’ BONE MAN @ Custom House Square, Belfast

August 26, 2018 Clair McAllister

The biggest UK breakout star of 2017 Rag’n’Bone Man (AKA Rory Graham) played an amazing headline show at CHSq on Friday, August 24th 2018. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic images. Check out more […]

RAG 'n' BONE MAN plays Custom House Square, Belfast tonight!
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RAG ‘n’ BONE MAN plays Custom House Square, Belfast tonight!

August 24, 2018 XS Noize

The biggest UK breakout star of 2017 Rag’n’Bone Man (AKA Rory Graham) has announced a headline show at CHSq on Friday, August 24th 2018. With the release of the single‘ Human’ climbing to number 2 […]

Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS are back! at Custom House Square in Belfast in August 1
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Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS are back! at Custom House Square in Belfast in August

January 31, 2018 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show last year, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS are back! at Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 25th August 2018 alongside an all-star lineup of special […]

Rag'n'Bone Man Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show in August
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Rag’n’Bone Man Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show in August

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

The biggest UK breakout star of 2017 Rag’n’Bone Man (AKA Rory Graham) has announced a headline show at Custom House Square on Friday, August 24th, 2018. With the release of the single‘ Human’ climbing to […]

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