Skip to main content
Trending
  • ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
  • The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
  • Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275
  • The Boxer Rebellion Confront the Noise of Modern Life on Striking New Single “Satellite Above”
  • Midge Ure Announces New Album ‘A Man Of Two Worlds’ — Out May 8
XS Noize | Independent Music News
  • News
        • The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe
          News

          The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe

          March 11, 2026

          Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road this coming winter with dates across Germany, The Netherlands as well as the UK […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          News

          The Boxer Rebellion Confront the Noise of Modern Life on Striking New Single “Satellite Above”

          March 10, 2026

          As the world scrolls its way through life, transatlantic four-piece, The Boxer Rebellion get back to reality, condemning the invisible pressures of contemporary life in the age of constant observation on their latest single, “Satellite […]

          Midge Ure
          News

          Midge Ure Announces New Album ‘A Man Of Two Worlds’ — Out May 8

          March 10, 2026

          Today (10 March), acclaimed musician, producer, and songwriter Midge Ure announces his new album A Man Of Two Worlds, due for release on 8 May. In recent years Midge Ure has spent his time playing live, and not […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Prostitute – Attempted Martyr

          March 11, 2026

          After teasing listeners with a partial release last year, Michigan-based industrial/noise rock outfit Prostitute now formally unveil their debut album Attempted Martyr via Mute Records.  Formed around frontman Moe and drummer Andrew, Prostitute also features […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally

          March 6, 2026

          The moment has arrived at last for Harry Styles fans. Cool haircuts, ballet pumps, marathons, Italian cookery and an impeccably trousered appearance at the Brit Awards can all be set aside as HS4 has finally […]

        • 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

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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// 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 […]

  • Gigs
        • 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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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. […]

          Jordan Anthony
          Interviews

          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
          Interviews

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
          Podcast

          Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274

          March 8, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his remarkable career working with the band and the creative process behind iconic albums including […]

          The Dream Machine
          Podcast

          “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273

          March 4, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band’s third studio album and a record […]

  • About Us
  • Contribute
  • Home
  • Tag
  • The Limelight 2
  • Page
  • 2

The Limelight 2

UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS to play headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 TONIGHT!
Gigs

UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS to play headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 TONIGHT!

January 19, 2019 XS Noize

UK’s scuzziest ambassadors of blood-curdling fuzz, UNCLE ACID & THE DEADBEATS, play a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 tonight, Saturday 19th January 2019. The band prepare to hit the roads of Europe this […]

COCKNEY REJECTS Announce Headline Belfast Show at The Limelight 2, Saturday February 2nd 2019
Gigs

COCKNEY REJECTS Announce Headline Belfast Show at The Limelight 2, Saturday February 2nd 2019

January 8, 2019 XS Noize

English punk veterans Cockney Rejects are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 02nd 2019. The trailblazing band trace their origins all the way back to late-70s East End […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see THE CORAL at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 21st November 2018

November 19, 2018 XS Noize

UK rock band The Coral will play a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 21st November 2018 and we have tickets to give away to lucky winners. For a chance to win, simply […]

DEAF HAVANA announce headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2, Saturday, March 30th 2019
Gigs

DEAF HAVANA announce headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2, Saturday, March 30th 2019

November 14, 2018 XS Noize

UK 5-piece Deaf Havana has announced a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday, March 30th 2019. The band released their fifth studio album Rituals on August 3rd 2018  through SO Recordings.  This is the follow-up to their Top […]

WIN: Tickets to see Martin Sexton & Guests, Friday 2nd November 2018 The Limelight 2, Belfast
Competitions

WIN: Tickets to see Martin Sexton & Guests, Friday 2nd November 2018 The Limelight 2, Belfast

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

American singer-songwriter Martin Sexton is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday 02nd November 2018. In 2018 Martin is touring in support of his ninth studio release Mixtape of […]

ELECTRIC SIX announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Friday 22nd November 2019 1
Gigs

ELECTRIC SIX announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Friday 22nd November 2019

October 9, 2018 XS Noize

Experimental rock outfit Electric Six have announced their return to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 2 on Friday November 22nd 2019. The Detroit six-piece, famous for upbeat tunes like ‘Danger, High Voltage’, […]

WARWICK JOHNSON (Ricky Warwick & Damon Johnson) to play The Limelight 2, Belfast Thursday 11th October 2018
Gigs

WARWICK JOHNSON (Ricky Warwick & Damon Johnson) to play The Limelight 2, Belfast Thursday 11th October 2018

October 3, 2018 XS Noize

Rock duo Ricky Warwick and Damon Johnson from Black Star Riders are pleased to announce their Warwick/Johnson ‘Sonic Acoustic Attack’ tour is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 2 on Thursday 11th October 2018. The tour, appropriately […]

BILLY LOCKETT announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Wednesday 17th April 2019
Gigs

BILLY LOCKETT announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Wednesday 17th April 2019

October 2, 2018 XS Noize

Up and coming singer-songwriter Billy Lockett announces a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 17th April 2019. Billy’s brand new single ‘Feels So Good’ is available now and he plays his biggest […]

WHITE DENIM announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday February 9th 2019
Gigs

WHITE DENIM announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday February 9th 2019

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

US rock band White Denim are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 09th 2019. The band formed ten years ago and the Austin group have become one […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
Gigs

THE CORAL Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Wednesday 21st November 2018

July 6, 2018 XS Noize

UK rock band The Coral are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 21st November 2018. The Coral have announced details of their new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’, […]

THE DOORS ALIVE Announce Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Saturday 10th November 2018
News

THE DOORS ALIVE Announce Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Saturday 10th November 2018

July 2, 2018 XS Noize

The Doors Alive are pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday 10th November 2018. The Doors Alive are a British tribute band widely regarded as […]

FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October
News

FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter Freya Ridings is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 23rd October 2018. Following the success of her single ‘Lost Without You’, which has now surpassed 13 million […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July
News

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

British indie-rock group The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a Belfast headline show to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of their first singles collection, Tommy at The Limelight 2 on Thursday 26th […]

KING KONG COMPANY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday, March 2ND, 2018
News

Irish electronic dance group KING KONG COMPANY play Belfast’s LIMELIGHT 2 this Saturday

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Limelight show in 2017, Irish electronic dance group King Kong Company are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Saturday, May 12th, 2018. King Kong Company […]

BELLY Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Wednesday August 22nd
Gigs

BELLY Announces Headline Belfast Show @ The Limelight 2 Wednesday August 22nd

May 1, 2018 XS Noize

Palestinian-Canadian hip hop recording artist Belly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018. A politically revolutionary pop writer, Belly was born in Jenin, Palestine, but […]

DEAP VALLY announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Thursday June 28th
Gigs

DEAP VALLY announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Thursday June 28th

April 5, 2018 XS Noize

US rock duo DEAP VALLY are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Thursday, June 28th, 2018. What’s that smell? FUNK, derived from the Latin “fumigare,” meaning, “to smoke.” The […]

UK singer-songwriter TOM GRENNAN announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2
New Music

UK singer-songwriter TOM GRENNAN announces headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2

March 29, 2018 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter Tom Grennan is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Sunday 28th October 2018. Tom’s new single ‘Sober’ is out now and his debut album ‘Lightening Matches’ is […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2 in May
News

WE ARE SCIENTISTS Announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2 in May

February 5, 2018 XS Noize

Brooklyn, New York-based power pop troupe, We Are Scientists are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday, May 11th, 2018. The band are set to return with their sixth […]

LOST HORIZONS (Feat. Simon Raymonde / Cocteau Twins) Announce Belfast Show At The Limelight 2 in April
Gigs

LOST HORIZONS (Feat. Simon Raymonde / Cocteau Twins) Announce Belfast Show At The Limelight 2 in April

January 10, 2018 XS Noize

Bella Union founder Simon Raymonde and musician Richie Thomas are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show with their new collaboration, Lost Horizons at The Limelight 2 on Wednesday 25th April 2018. Their stunning debut […]

KING KONG COMPANY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday, March 2ND, 2018
Gigs

KING KONG COMPANY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday, March 2ND, 2018

January 8, 2018 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Limelight show in 2017, Irish electronic dance group King Kong Company are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Friday 02nd March 2018. King Kong Company […]

Posts pagination

« 1 2

LATEST PODCASTS

  • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
    Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275
    March 11, 2026
  • Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
    Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274
    March 8, 2026
  • The Dream Machine
    “We’re Always Making Music for Ourselves” — The Dream Machine on ‘Fort Perch Rock’ | XS Noize Podcast #273
    March 4, 2026
  • credit Yagub Allahverdiyev
    Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272
    February 24, 2026
  • Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
    Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
    February 17, 2026
  • Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
    Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270
    February 10, 2026

TOP UK MUSIC BLOG 2026

Trending Articles

  • ALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles - Kiss All The Time. Disco, OccasionallyALBUM REVIEW: Harry Styles – Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally March 6, 2026
  • Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby & Beyond | XS Noize Podcast #274 March 8, 2026
  • The WhoThe Who announce ‘Live at Eden Project’ – a powerful new live album capturing their 2023 orchestral performance March 6, 2026
  • Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275 March 11, 2026
  • image001The Pogues Return To The Road With 2026 Winter Tour Across UK, Ireland And Europe March 11, 2026
  • Alison MoyetAlison Moyet to Play Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on November 3rd 2026 March 9, 2026
  • Global superstar ADELE returns with the release of her brand new single and video 'Easy On Me' 17 of Adele’s most successful hits August 11, 2024
  • Dea MatronaDea Matrona Announce Second Album ‘Hate That I Care’ and Share Electrifying Title Track March 5, 2026
  • Bad Bunny6 of Bad Bunny’s biggest selling hits August 5, 2025
  • Bad BunnyBad Bunny’s 2026 World Tour: Dates, venues, tickets, and more July 25, 2025

  • facebook
  • twitter
  • Youtube
  • instagram
  • Spotify
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

Copyright © 2024 | XS Noize. Website by Skyhaven Media