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          Garbage announce a headline Belfast show at the Waterfront Hall on 17th July 2026. They are heading out on the road in support of their eighth and latest album, ‘Let All That We Imagine Be […]

          Starsailor
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          Starsailor’s James Walsh Announces New Solo Album ‘It’s All Happening’, Out January 30

          December 12, 2025

          Starsailor frontman James Walsh is set to take his ever-growing solo career to new heights with the release of his new album ‘It’s All Happening’ on January 30th. He has previewed the record with a […]

          PAUL SIMON
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          Paul Simon Brings “A Quiet Celebration Tour” to Europe, UK & Ireland

          December 11, 2025

          Today, the legendary singer-songwriter PAUL SIMON announced he will continue  “A Quiet Celebration Tour,” following a highly successful and critically acclaimed US tour, and bring this special concert series to Europe, the UK and Ireland this […]

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          Sugar - Copper Blue
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sugar – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection

          November 28, 2025

          For fans of Sugar – and for anyone who still feels the shockwave of Copper Blue more than three decades on – Copper Blue: The Singles Collection arrives as a dream artefact. Pressed across four […]

          debdepan "Lovers & Others" EP
          Album Reviews

          REVIEW: debdepan “Lovers & Others” EP

          November 27, 2025

          In recent years, the vibrant seaside town of Margate has evolved into a heady blend of coastal charm and DIY creativity — a place where visual artists, musicians and free-thinking makers thrive. It’s the perfect […]

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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: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Wool City Rockers: Paradise Lost, Terrorvision & New Model Army take over Bradford Live

          December 23, 2025

          On 13 December, Bradford proudly celebrated the strength and legacy of the Yorkshire heavy music scene with Wool City Rockers, staged at the city’s newly refurbished Bradford Live. The line-up brought together three iconic bands […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gurriers Ignite Belfast’s Limelight with a Ferocious, No-Holds-Barred Post-Punk Assault Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gurriers Ignite Belfast’s Limelight with a Ferocious, No-Holds-Barred Post-Punk Assault

          December 22, 2025

          Fast-rising Irish band Gurriers stormed the stage at Belfast’s Limelight last night, opening their set to Frankie Valli’s Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. As the unmistakable chorus rang out, the room erupted into a […]

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

          October 16, 2025

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          Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson on Planet X, cultural decay, and the evolution of the band | XS Noize Podcast #264

          December 6, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Jason Williamson, the fiercely articulate frontman of Sleaford Mods, to explore the band’s most ambitious and unflinching record yet: The Demise Of […]

          Oliver Murray
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          December 4, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed filmmaker Oliver Murray — the British writer–director redefining modern music documentary through his bold, cinematic approach. Following his 2023 short film […]

          Steve Lillywhite on the Making of “Fairytale of New York” | XS Noize Podcast #262
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Making “Fairytale of New York” with Kirsty MacColl & The Pogues | XS Noize Podcast #262

          November 30, 2025

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by legendary producer Steve Lillywhite — the Grammy-winning studio mastermind behind iconic records by U2, The Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, The Smiths, The […]

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Razorlight
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RAZORLIGHT announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 4th April 2023

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

For the first time in a decade with their original line-up, Indie icons Razorlight have announced a show at The Telegraph Building on 4th April 2023. The group have recently released Razorwhat? The Best Of […]

PORCUPINE TREE to release deluxe hardback book edition of 'Deadwing'
New Music

PORCUPINE TREE to release deluxe hardback book edition of ‘Deadwing’

December 14, 2022 XS Noize

Porcupine Tree have announced that they will reissue their 2005 album ‘Deadwing’ in a deluxe hardback book edition for the first time on 3rd March via their own label, Transmission. With three CDs and a bonus Blu-ray […]

Ocean Alley
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Ocean Alley’s Lach Galbraith on Low Altitude Living

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #112 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Lach Galbraith from Aussie rockers Ocean Alley to talk about their fourth album, Low Altitude Living. The album follows the band’s hugely […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Cure at the OVO Wembley Arena
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Cure at the OVO Wembley Arena

December 13, 2022 Clive Harris

In the weeks and months leading up to this gig, I had been thinking how it was a little anachronistic that a band so synonymous with having a black-clad following should be ending their tour […]

Nell & The Flaming Lips
New Music

Nell & The Flaming Lips debut video for “We Know Who You Are”

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

With the physical release of Nell & The Flaming Lips’ Where the Viaduct Looms coming this Friday, they have shared a video for ‘We Know Who You Are’. Shot in the Tennessee caverns and co-directed […]

Rancid
Gigs

East Bay punk rockers RANCID announce EU/UK 2023 Tour

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

Today, East Bay punk rockers Rancid have announced they will be coming back to Europe and the UK next year in June to play a run of festivals and headline shows. The tour will be […]

Ben Howard
Gigs

BEN HOWARD headlines London’s Alexandra Palace Park next Summer

December 13, 2022 XS Noize

Ben Howard headlines London’s Alexandra Palace Park next Summer. It will be Howard’s first show in the capital since his trio of sell-out shows in Autumn 2021 (two nights at Royal Festival Hall + O2 […]

The Smile
Gigs

THE SMILE announce brand-new live release – ‘The Smile At Montreux Jazz Festival, July 2022’

December 12, 2022 XS Noize

The Smile has today revealed details of a brand-new live release, The Smile At Montreux Jazz Festival July 2022. The seven track, eight song digital-only live release of selected tracks from the band’s debut album A […]

How technology is shaping the music industry 
Features 2

How technology is shaping the music industry 

December 12, 2022 XS Noize

New tech trends have brought major changes in various industries. In the digital era, everything can be done online using smartphones, computers, and the internet. New technology has been a life-changer in the music industry, […]

Danny Saber
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Legendary music producer Danny Saber on working with the biggest names in music

December 4, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #111 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary music producer Danny Saber who has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Michael Hutchence, Shaun Ryder, Joe […]

Eirewave
Features

FEATURE: Surf’s up for digital radio station Eirewave

December 1, 2022 Lee Campbell

Eirewave founder Olivier Mauxion, originally from Angers in western France, is now very much at home in Ireland. Olivier came to Ireland for the music over a decade ago. He tried his hand at being […]

Music Degrees: Explained Types and Opportunities
Features

Music Degrees: Explained Types and Opportunities

November 21, 2022 XS Noize

If you are looking for degrees in music, you will know there are a lot of different branches and types of music degrees that people pursue all over the world. For example, you might want […]

Sound of Belfast
News

New Data Underlines Music’s Integral Role in the Northern Ireland Economy

November 15, 2022 XS Noize

New data released today demonstrates the economic importance of music to Northern Ireland (NI). Figures published ahead of Wednesday’s Music Cities event, and the NI Music Prize show that, in 2019, the music sector in […]

Relaxation Aid: How Listening to Music Helps To Relieve Stress
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Relaxation Aid: How Listening to Music Helps To Relieve Stress

October 25, 2022 XS Noize

Music is known to have a positive effect on the human body. Music therapy is a field that focuses on using tunes for improved well-being. However, you can also use music to relieve stress in […]

Bingo
Features 2

An Introduction To Music Bingo

October 19, 2022 XS Noize

Bingo happens to be one of the oldest games on the planet and one that has stood the test of time, having been around for decades. And, as you will expect, there have been different […]

ASH
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Tim Wheeler from ASH on the reissue of their hugely successful third album ‘Free All Angels’

September 26, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #102 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Tim Wheeler from Ash about the reissue of their hugely successful and beloved third album Free All Angels. Free All Angels was […]

Kalpee
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Kalpee talks Island Wave, SXSW & the future of Caribbean music

September 17, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Hailing from Trinidad and Tobago but now calling LA his home, Kalpee has a deep-rooted ambition and desire to bring the music of the Caribbean to the forefront of the international music scene. That desire […]

External factors that could sway the Roulette wheel in your favour
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Roulette and Music – An Impeccable Combination

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

No question, roulette is one of the most popular casino games online. The connection between roulette and music continues today. Many casinos feature live music, and some even have special roulette-themed events. The game is […]

Christmas is here, and so is the music 2
Features 2

Christmas is here, and so is the music

December 4, 2021 XS Noize

It’s time to stop getting lost in Eddie Vedder’s new album and start your preparations for Christmas. Yes, that’s right, the most wonderful time of the year is on the horizon and everything it entails. […]

Best Music-Themed Slots of All Time
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Best Music-Themed Slots of All Time

September 21, 2021 XS Noize

It’s often said that music brings people together. And while people may disagree on the topic of the best music genre, they certainly agree that our lives wouldn’t be the same without this piece of […]

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