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          ‘Puppet’ by Grian Chatten Leads Official Soundtrack for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man

          February 19, 2026

          Today, RCA Records UK have announced the official soundtrack to Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, the highly anticipated feature film from series creator Steven Knight, will be released on March 6th. Alongside the announcement, the first official single ‘Puppet’ by […]

          Foo Fighters
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          Foo Fighters return with “Your Favorite Toy” the title track and first taste of their forthcoming 12th studio album

          February 19, 2026

          Try not to choke on the glitter… “Your Favorite Toy,” the titular first single of Foo Fighters’ forthcoming 12th full-length studio album, has been released. The first new FF music of 2026, “Your Favorite Toy” […]

          U2
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          U2 Return with ‘Days Of Ash’, a Brand New Standalone EP

          February 18, 2026

          On this Ash Wednesday (the day after carnival) – Island Records today announces the release of ‘U2 – Days Of Ash’, a brand new standalone 6-track EP from U2.  In advance of a new album in late 2026, […]

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          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 […]

          Paul Draper
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          ALBUM REVIEW: Paul Draper – Mansun Retold

          February 20, 2026

          Three decades have passed since Mansun first injected a dose of grand, prog-inflected eccentricity into the waning days of Britpop. In 2026, ex-frontman Paul Draper returns with Mansun Retold, a project that resists the easy […]

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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
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          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 […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Johannes Eckerström Commands Rock City as Avatar Unleash Theatrical Mayhem

          February 21, 2026

          Swedish heavy metal visionaries Avatar transformed Nottingham’s Rock City into a dark theatrical spectacle on February 17th — delivering one of the most visually captivating and musically explosive shows the venue has seen in recent […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • Hans Zimmer
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          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
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          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
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          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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        • Jordan Anthony
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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

          Desertflowerboots_H - photo credit Sandrita Cardenas 1
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          Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on creativity, chaos, and Wormslayer | XS Noize Podcast #269

          February 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. […]

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Ryan McMullan Announces Headline Show at Ulster Hall, Belfast – 14th December 2025

June 6, 2025 XS Noize

Fresh off the success of his debut album Redesign, which soared to #1 on the Independent Charts in Ireland, acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan returns to the stage with a powerful new tour. Known for his […]

Ryan McMullan - The XS Noize Podcast
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Reimagining the Journey: Ryan McMullan on the Creation of ‘Redesign’

November 20, 2024 XS Noize

In Episode #201 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan about his long-awaited debut album Redesign. Early in his career, Ryan McMullan earned praise from icons like Ed Sheeran, […]

Ryan McMullan
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Ryan McMullan unveils new live video for ‘Us’

September 26, 2024 XS Noize

After selling out his intimate run of shows in Belfast, Dublin, London, and Glasgow in a matter of minutes… Ryan’s has a big announcement tomorrow! Acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan released ‘Us’ on 30th August now […]

Ryan McMullan
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces Empire Music Hall, Belfast show on Monday 4th November

August 30, 2024 XS Noize

Writing songs and then touring the world with them is the dream for any singer-songwriter. That dream was what Ryan McMullan had been chasing for many years. The Portaferry native has a voice that can […]

Ryan McMullan
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN announces headline show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast in December

May 18, 2023 XS Noize

Following a string of SOLD-OUT Belfast shows, Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan announces a headline show at the Ulster Hall on Friday, 15th December 2023. The past two years have seen Ryan play two sold-out […]

Ryan McMullan
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN to headline OFFICIAL MANDELA HALL LAUNCH CONCERT on October 27th 2022

October 3, 2022 XS Noize

The Iconic Belfast Venue, Mandela Hall, is pleased to announce its official launch concert featuring Northern Irish singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan on October 27th 2022. The concert will see the revamped venue return with live music […]

RYAN MCMULLAN releases video for latest single 'Static'
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RYAN MCMULLAN releases video for latest single ‘Static’

April 8, 2022 XS Noize

Portaferry singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan released new single ‘Static’ on 1st April. A captivating mid-tempo pop tune with a hauntingly rhythmic chorus, ‘Static’ just gets even better with every listen. Ryan explains further, ‘…written in the […]

Ryan McMullan joins Beoga to ‘Reawaken’ Navan Fort For One Night Only 1
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Ryan McMullan joins Beoga to ‘Reawaken’ Navan Fort For One Night Only

March 3, 2022 XS Noize

International singing sensation Ryan McMullan joins legendary trad band Beogo at Armagh’s mystical Navan Centre & Fort on Friday 1 April, supported by local star Dani Larkin. They will be taking the stage by storm […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces a new headline show at the Millennium Forum, Derry on 3rd November 2022 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces a new headline show at the Millennium Forum, Derry on 3rd November 2022

December 30, 2021 XS Noize

Following two sell-out nights at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall and a sold-out Millennium Forum show in 2021, Ryan is pleased to announce a new headline show at the Millennium Forum, Derry on 03rd November 2022. The […]

SAINT SISTER and DEA MATRONA triumph at this year’s NI Music Prize 1
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SAINT SISTER and DEA MATRONA triumph at this year’s NI Music Prize

November 18, 2021 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize returned to the Ulster Hall last night for a live showcase of some of the best music artists we have to offer. The event, which was organised by the Oh Yeah […]

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year's NI Music Prize event and line up 1
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The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up

October 19, 2021 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of this year’s NI Music Prize event and line up. After a year away from the stage due to Covid-19, the event will return to the Ulster […]

IN FOCUS: Dermot Kennedy at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast 3
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Dermot Kennedy at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast

September 19, 2021 Conor Kinahan

Following his largest ever SOLD OUT Belfast show to date at Belsonic in Ormeau Park, Dermot Kennedy returned last night with support from the incredible Ryan McMullan for the first of two shows at Belsonic […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ryan McMullan - Come Over Love 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ryan McMullan – Come Over Love

September 2, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed Northern Irish singer and songwriter Ryan McMullan released his single ‘Come Over Love’ on 27th August. The song is taken from the EP Debut Mix Tape which is the original soundtrack for a documentary […]

RYAN MCMULLAN releases ‘Come Over Love’ on 27 August taken from 'Debut Mix Tape' EP/ 'Debut' in cinemas from 28 Aug 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN releases ‘Come Over Love’ on 27 August taken from ‘Debut Mix Tape’ EP/ ‘Debut’ in cinemas from 28 Aug

August 16, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed Northern Irish singer and songwriter Ryan McMullan releases his single ‘Come Over Love’ on 27th August. The song is taken from the EP Debut Mix Tape which is the original soundtrack for a documentary […]

OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL BANGOR returns this week 1
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OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL BANGOR returns this week

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Open House Festival Bangor returns this week with a programme of outdoor events including music, comedy, spoken word, classic cinema and walking tours, the majority of which will be held in the beautiful surroundings of […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021

June 23, 2021 XS Noize

Homegrown hero Ryan McMullan has announced two headline shows at the iconic Ulster Hall on Friday 16th & 17th July 2021. As one of Northern Ireland’s biggest and brightest talents, the Ulster Hall was delighted […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December 1
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan has announced an exciting livestream event which will take place this Christmas, on Sunday 27th Dec. Broadcast Live from the historic Ulster Hall stage, Ryan will be performing a set of music which […]

SOUND OF BELFAST 2020 Full programme announced 2
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SOUND OF BELFAST 2020 Full programme announced

November 2, 2020 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced details of its Sound of Belfast 2020 programme. Now in its 7th year, this annual celebration, dedicated to the sounds of the city is normally dominated by live […]

RYAN MCMULLAN presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020
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RYAN MCMULLAN presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020

September 8, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan presents: The Napoleon Sessions Live at the Limelight! on Saturday 19th September 2020. The evening will begin with a live set from Ryan, followed by a podcast and performance from a mystery guest, […]

Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight 1
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Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Mencap Northern Ireland Ambassador Cormac Neeson is teaming up with musicians from across Northern Ireland to raise money for charity with a special online gig. With venues shutting their doors due to COVID-19 and charities […]

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