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        • Julian Marley
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          Julian Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, announces Belfast show

          May 29, 2026

          Born in London, England on June 4, 1975, Julian Marley is the son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Barbados-born Lucy Pounder. Growing up as a youth in a musical atmosphere, the Grammy Award Nominated […]

          Inspiral Carpets
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          Inspiral Carpets announce ‘Burn Like The Sun’ – their first studio album in 12 years

          May 29, 2026

          Inspiral Carpets announce Burn Like The Sun – their first studio album in 12 years, out January 29th, 2027 via Scruff of the Neck Records. The band have unveiled a special announcement video, narrated by […]

          Faithless
          News

          Faithless Announce Special Guests For CHSq Belfast Show With Phil Hartnoll, Justin Robertson & Marion Hawkes

          May 28, 2026

          Dance pioneers Faithless are back with their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Thursday 20th August 2026, alongside very special guests, Phil Hartnoll (Orbital), Justin Robertson and Marion Hawkes. Few […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

          Mull Historical Society
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Mull Historical Society – In My Mind There’s a Photograph

          May 26, 2026

          For Mull Historical Society’s last album, Colin MacIntyre — who is, in essence, Mull Historical Society — invited acclaimed authors to write lyrics for his musical compositions. The result was 2023’s In My Mind There’s […]

        • Book Reviews

          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

          Lone Assembly
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Kiefer Sutherland proves his country credentials with a heartfelt Union Chapel performance

          May 14, 2026

          Kiefer Sutherland may be known across the world as an actor and producer, but on stage at Union Chapel, that part of his life felt almost beside the point. With his fourth album, Grey, due […]

        • 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: 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 […]

  • Gigs
        • December 10
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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
          Gigs

          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 […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • robert arkins - the commitments
          Podcast

          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

          Broken Social Scene on 'Remember The Humans,' grief and why music still saves people | XS Noize Podcast #284
          Podcast

          Broken Social Scene on ‘Remember The Humans,’ grief and why music still saves us

          May 12, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene. Kevin and Charles join Mark for a warm, reflective and deeply human […]

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Podcast

INTERVIEW: Hurricane #1 frontman Alex Lowe on their new album ‘Backstage Waiting to Go On’

September 20, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #146 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Alex Lowe from Hurricane #1 to discuss their latest album ‘Backstage Waiting To Go On.’ With 2 top 20 albums and 7 top 40 […]

Andy Bell
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Ride guitarist and songwriter Andy Bell on his series of EPs & second solo album, Flicker

November 23, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #110 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ride guitarist and songwriter Andy Bell who has released a series of EPs featuring remixes, acoustic versions and covers of songs that […]

UK indie rock act HURRICANE #1 sign to Golden Robot Records
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UK indie rock act HURRICANE #1 sign to Golden Robot Records

February 23, 2021 XS Noize

Golden Robot Records announce the worldwide signing of renowned UK indie-rock Act HURRICANE #1. With 2 top 20 albums and 7 top 40 the UK and worldwide hits singles under their belt, over 1 million […]

ANDY BELL shares video for ‘I Was Alone’ - Watch Now
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ANDY BELL shares video for ‘I Was Alone’ – Watch Now

September 16, 2020 XS Noize

Andy Bell has shared a video for ‘I Was Alone’, a brand new song taken from the RIDE singer/guitarist’s debut solo album The View From Halfway Down.  Andy describes it as “a Spacemen 3-influenced song […]

Track of the Day: ALEX LOWE - 'Coal Trains'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: ALEX LOWE – ‘Coal Trains’

April 3, 2017 XS Noize

No one can say the past few years for Alex Lowe have been easy. After battling cancer, front man Alex Lowe has emerged triumphant and resurrected his old band Hurricane #1 with a new killer […]

Hurricane #1 New Album 'Melodic Rainbows' Gets Early Japanese Release
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Hurricane #1 New Album ‘Melodic Rainbows’ Gets Early Japanese Release

October 4, 2016 XS Noize

Hurricane #1 have confirmed that a special edition of their latest album ‘Melodic Rainbows’ with the bonus track ‘It Feels So Right’ will be released on the 12th October in Japan to all outlets including Tower Records and […]

Hurricane #1 unveil video for new single 'I Wanna Kill you' - Watch
The Listening Post

Hurricane #1 Unveil Latest Track From Forthcoming album ‘Melodic Rainbows’ – Listen

June 29, 2016 XS Noize

It’s been less than a year since Alex Lowe reformed Hurricane #1 and released their critically acclaimed album Find What You Love and Let It Kill You. They have finished recording the follow up album […]

Hurricane #1 Front-man Alex Lowe receives death threat over single artwork 2
Podcast

XS Noize Music Podcast: Episode #2 – Hurricane #1 front-man Alex Lowe discusses new album – Listen/Download

June 16, 2016 XS Noize

XS Noize Editor-in-Chief, Mark Millar talks to staff writer and photographer Tom Day about how unsigned bands/artists can feature on our ‘XS Noize Unsigned Showcase’. After battling cancer, Hurricane #1 front man Alex Lowe has […]

The XS Noize Podcast set to launch soon 2
XS Noize Podcast

The XS Noize Podcast set to launch soon

June 9, 2016 XS Noize

You probably already know that for almost 2 years, Xsnoize.com has been providing music news, features and reviews to millions of visitors worldwide. Expanding from music reviews and news to include columns from the likes […]

Hurricane #1 unveil video for new single 'I Wanna Kill you' - Watch
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Hurricane #1 unveil video for new single ‘I Wanna Kill you’ – Watch

June 4, 2016 XS Noize

It’s been less than a year since Alex Lowe reformed Hurricane #1 and released their critically acclaimed album Find What You Love and Let It Kill You. Alex Lowe and the boys don’t waste any […]

Hurricane #1 Front-man Alex Lowe receives death threat over single artwork 2
News

Hurricane #1 Front-man Alex Lowe receives death threat over single artwork

June 2, 2016 XS Noize

Hurricane #1 Front-man Alex Lowe received a death threat today on the eve of the release of their new single ‘I Wanna Kill You’. The band have had to rush forward new artwork to be […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 - 'I WANNA KILL YOU' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 – ‘I WANNA KILL YOU’ – Listen

April 4, 2016 XS Noize

It’s been less than a year since Alex Lowe reformed Hurricane #1 and released their critically acclaimed album Find What You Love and Let It Kill You. Alex Lowe and the boys don’t waste any time. […]

EXCLUSIVE first listen of 'I WANNA KILL YOU' by HURRICANE #1 2
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EXCLUSIVE first listen of ‘I WANNA KILL YOU’ by HURRICANE #1

March 31, 2016 XS Noize

We are excited to announce that on Monday April 4th we will EXCLUSIVELY stream ‘I Wanna Kill You’ the brand new track from Hurricane #1 and first from their forthcoming album ‘MELODIC RAINBOWS’, produced and […]

EXCLUSIVE - TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 - 'Think Of The Sunshine' - Listen
News

HURRICANE #1 working with producer DANNY SABER on new album ‘MELODIC RAINBOWS’

March 9, 2016 XS Noize

It’s been less than a year since Alex Lowe reformed Hurricane #1 and released their critically acclaimed album “Find What You Love And Let It Kill You” after a long battle with cancer. Well it seems […]

ALBUM REVIEW: HURRICANE #1 - Find Out What You Love and Let it Kill You
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: HURRICANE #1 – Find Out What You Love and Let it Kill You

December 16, 2015 XS Noize

Hurricane #1 formed in Oxford in 1996 by Andy Bell, formerly of Ride, and vocalist/guitarist Alex Lowe. The band also consisted of Will Pepper on Bass and Gareth Farmer on the sticks. They released their […]

EXCLUSIVE - TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 - 'Think Of The Sunshine' - Listen
New Music

HURRICANE #1 – Preview tracks from forthcoming album ‘Find What You Love And Let It Kill You’ – listen

September 20, 2015 XS Noize

Hurricane #1 formed in Oxford in 1996 by Andy Bell, formerly of Ride, and vocalist/guitarist Alex Lowe. The band also consisted of Will Pepper on Bass and Gareth Farmer on the sticks. They released their self-titled album […]

EXCLUSIVE - TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 - 'Think Of The Sunshine' - Listen
Track Of The Day

EXCLUSIVE – TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 – ‘Think Of The Sunshine’ – Listen

August 20, 2015 Marty Clarke

Hurricane #1 formed in Oxford in 1996 by Andy Bell, formerly of Ride, and vocalist/guitarist Alex Lowe. The band also consisted of Will Pepper on Bass and Gareth Farmer on the sticks. They released their self-titled album […]

GIGANTIC INDIE ALL DAYER: Live review and photos 6
Live Reviews

GIGANTIC INDIE ALL DAYER: Live review and photos

May 27, 2015 holly mason

Manchester’s Gigantic Indie All Dayer brought generations of Indie music to the stage in a day of musical mayhem, combined with a real ale and cider festival in the afternoon with a sizeable range of […]

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