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          NEUTRAL MILK HOTEL share ‘Everything Is’ from The Collected Works boxset – out Feb 24 on Merge

          February 1, 2023

          Neutral Milk Hotel will release The Collected Works of Neutral Milk Hotel, the first widespread, comprehensive release of their storied discography, on February 24th via Merge. Today, they present the newly remastered and expanded “Everything […]

          Jake Shears
          Gigs

          JAKE SHEARS returns with new single ‘Too Much Music’ from his upcoming album ‘Last Man Dancing’

          February 1, 2023

          Jake Shears is back today with the incredible new single ‘Too Much Music’ – the first taste of his upcoming album Last Man Dancing, which will be released on his new home of Mute on […]

          Orbital
          Gigs

          ORBITAL release new single “Are You Alive?” featuring Penelope Isles

          February 1, 2023

          Orbital have today released “Are You Alive?” Featuring Penelope Isles, the third track to be taken from the seminal electronic music duo’s forthcoming album Optical Delusion, out February 17. The new track follows the BBC6 […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          Fucked Up – One Day
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Fucked Up – One Day

          January 28, 2023

          Throughout their three decades of existence, Fucked Up haven’t built up a reputation for doing things on a small scale. From enormous concept albums to twelve-hour performances, it’s obvious they like to take their time. […]

          Bob Dylan
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Bob Dylan – Fragments – Time Out Of Mind Sessions (1996 – 1997) The Bootleg Series Vol. 17

          January 25, 2023

          Time Out of Mind upon its release in 1997 was the first album of original songs since the poorly received Under the Red Sky seven years earlier. Time Out of Mind, received impressive reviews and […]

        • Book Reviews

          Ziggy Marley - Music Is In Everything
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Ziggy Marley – Music Is In Everything

          January 16, 2023

          Back in 2020, Ziggy Marley teamed up with Lisa Loeb to release a catchy and infectious song that will get people of all ages to sing along called “Music Is in everything”. This song which […]

          pop rock icons
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Pop Rock Icons by Philippe Margotin

          December 15, 2022

          Judging by the front cover, one might expect Pop Rock Icons to be festooned with infographics. It isn’t. Instead, it’s a collection of photographs depicting “London’s Swingin’ 60s & 70s”. Rather than homogenise and cluster […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 25 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: Dropkick Murphys – O2 City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne © Iam Burn
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Dropkick Murphys – O2 City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne

          January 17, 2023

          As I wandered towards the O2 City Hall, feeling the cold, January air around my face, I recalled that today was also known as Blue Monday. This is not a celebration of a classic New […]

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

        • 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

          TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// TRIVIUM live at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          January 10, 2023

          What a way to kick off 2023, with the return of the mighty; Trivium! As the Deadmen & Dragons Tour landed in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, Northern Ireland, our photographer Marc Leach was reliving his […]

          IN FOCUS// L-Plate @ McHughs Bar, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// L-Plate @ McHughs Bar, Belfast, Northern Ireland

          December 30, 2022

          L-Plate played a fantastic debut headline show with support from Moonbot & Disorder last night at McHughs Bar, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Bernie McAllister was there to take these amazing images.           […]

  • Gigs
        • Jake Shears
          Gigs

          JAKE SHEARS returns with new single ‘Too Much Music’ from his upcoming album ‘Last Man Dancing’

          February 1, 2023

          Jake Shears is back today with the incredible new single ‘Too Much Music’ – the first taste of his upcoming album Last Man Dancing, which will be released on his new home of Mute on […]

          Orbital
          Gigs

          ORBITAL release new single “Are You Alive?” featuring Penelope Isles

          February 1, 2023

          Orbital have today released “Are You Alive?” Featuring Penelope Isles, the third track to be taken from the seminal electronic music duo’s forthcoming album Optical Delusion, out February 17. The new track follows the BBC6 […]

          Two Door Cinema Club
          Gigs

          TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB return to Belfast with a show at The Telegraph Building on Thursday 13th April

          February 1, 2023

          Today, Two Door Cinema Club have announced a return to Belfast with a show at The Telegraph Building on Thursday 13th April. Mixing guitar-driven hooks with a dancey, electronic polish, Northern Ireland’s Two Door Cinema […]

  • Interviews
        • Gena Rose Bruce
          Featured Interview

          INTERVIEW: Gena Rose Bruce on the release of her much anticipated second album – Deep Is The Way

          January 24, 2023

          Melbourne singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Gena Rose Bruce sat down with XS Noize to talk about the release of her much anticipated second album, Deep Is The Way released on Friday 27th January. For anyone unfamiliar with […]

          Kaya Stewart
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Kaya Stewart talks ‘If Things Go South’ – her new short film & plans for 2023

          December 19, 2022

          Kaya Stewart has had a fantastic year. Her new album, If Things Go South, continues to win over fans and critics alike, and her short film of the same name is an award-winner. With 2023 […]

          NOT A TOY
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: NOT A TOY on new music & their highlights of 2022

          December 8, 2022

          Branson Hoog, Benji Spoliansky, Jeremy Marmor and TJ Wessel, AKA NOT A TOY, have had a particularly good year which has seen them release some great songs and delight fans on tour. With the year […]

  • Podcast
        • Billy Nomates
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          INTERVIEW: Billy Nomates on her latest album CACTI

          January 25, 2023

          In episode #115 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Bristol-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Tor Maries AKA Billy Nomates to talk about her latest album CACTI. Recorded at her flat and […]

          Black Star Riders
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Ricky Warwick of Black Star Riders on ‘The Wrong Side of Paradise’

          January 18, 2023

          In episode #114 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ricky Warwick of masters of anthemic rock ‘n’ roll Black Star Riders to talk about their fifth album ‘The Wrong Side of […]

          Thom Southern
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Thom Southern on his debut solo album PLAZA

          December 21, 2022

          In episode #113 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with alternative Indie artist from Northern Ireland, Thom Southern, about his brilliant debut album PLAZA, which was released at the beginning of 2022.  […]

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THE SCRIPT share new single ‘Dare You To Doubt Me’

September 2, 2022 XS Noize

It’s been a memorable summer for The Script as they’ve been busy taking their Greatest Hits tour around the UK and Ireland, with highlights including huge shows at London’s O2, Edinburgh Castle and Dublin’s 3Arena. […]

THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ - Out October 1st 1
Gigs

THE SCRIPT share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

The Script today share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’. The song features on ‘The Acoustic Sessions 3’ collection, which will be released on March 17th. Today also sees […]

THE SCRIPT share video for new single ‘I Want It All’ - Watch Now
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THE SCRIPT share video for new single ‘I Want It All’ – Watch Now

September 16, 2021 XS Noize

The Script launched their current single ‘I Want It All’ with a session for Zoe Ball on Radio 2, as widespread playlist support resulted in it quickly exceeding 2 million streams. The song features on […]

THE SCRIPT announce a second night at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 14 May 2022
Gigs

THE SCRIPT announce a second night at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 14 May 2022

September 4, 2021 XS Noize

The Script celebrate a journey that has included five UK #1 albums, six billion streams, and over two million ticket sales with the release of the career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ on […]

THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ - Out October 1st 1
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THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ – Out October 1st

August 27, 2021 XS Noize

The Script celebrate a journey that has included five UK #1 albums, six billion streams, and over two million ticket sales with the release of the career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ on […]

THE SCRIPT announce the release of ‘The Acoustic Sessions 2’ EP to be released on March 17th
New Music

THE SCRIPT announce the release of ‘The Acoustic Sessions 2’ EP to be released on March 17th

March 11, 2021 XS Noize

The Script follow their 2019 #1 album ‘Sunsets & Full Moons’ with the release of ‘The Acoustic Sessions 2’ EP on March 17th. It represents the second instalment of their fan favourite ‘Acoustic Sessions’ series […]

THE SCRIPT announce free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers 1
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THE SCRIPT announce free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers

April 3, 2020 XS Noize

The Script have announced a free concert for HSE/NHS frontline staff and Primary Care workers (inc. Nurses, Doctors, cleaners, porters, ambulance staff) performing a career-spanning set on Tuesday 9th February 2021 at Dublin’s 3Arena. Those […]

IN FOCUS: The Script + Becky Hill @ SSE Arena Belfast 10
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: The Script + Becky Hill @ SSE Arena Belfast

March 3, 2020 Conor Kinahan

The Script took a sold-out SSE Arena on a visually stunning, sonic experience, with the incredible Becky Hill Supporting, our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night. © Conor Kinahan © Conor Kinahan […]

THE SCRIPT share video for their new single ‘Run Through Walls’ - Watch Now
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THE SCRIPT share video for their new single ‘Run Through Walls’ – Watch Now

January 10, 2020 XS Noize

The Script are back at the top of their game with their new album ‘Sunsets & Full Moons’. The album shot straight to #1 in the UK and has over 49 million streams already, a […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – Sunsets and Full Moons
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – Sunsets and Full Moons

November 10, 2019 Helen Russell

The Script are most definitely back with their sixth album Sunsets and Full Moons, which is being called the sequel to their self-titled debut album (released in 2008). It has been a hard year for […]

THE SCRIPT share their brand new single ‘The Last Time’ - Watch Video
Gigs

THE SCRIPT announce an open-air summer show at Irish Independent Park, Cork on 23rd June 2020

November 1, 2019 XS Noize

The Script have announced an open-air summer show at Irish Independent Park, Cork on 23rd June 2020 as part of their huge European Sunsets and Full Moons tour. Tickets at €49.90 including booking fee will […]

THE SCRIPT announce 'Sunsets and Full Moons' tour for Belfast & Dublin
Gigs

THE SCRIPT add third and final Dublin show on 5th March 2020 at 3Arena due to phenomenal demand

October 18, 2019 XS Noize

The Script have added a third and final Dublin show 5th March 2020 at 3Arena due to phenomenal demand. Tickets are on sale now. After 6 billion streams, 30 million single sales, 10.8 million album […]

THE SCRIPT announce 'Sunsets and Full Moons' tour for Belfast & Dublin
Gigs

THE SCRIPT announce ‘Sunsets and Full Moons’ tour for Belfast & Dublin

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

After 6 billion streams, 30 million single sales, 10.8 million album sales, over 12 million monthly Spotify listeners and 1.8 million ticket sales, Irish alt-pop trio The Script embark upon a new chapter with the […]

THE SCRIPT share their brand new single ‘The Last Time’ - Watch Video
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THE SCRIPT share their brand new single ‘The Last Time’ – Watch Video

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

After five albums, 10.8 million album sales, 6 billion streams and 1.8 million ticket sales, The Script are going back to the script. As one of the world’s most successful bands, the Irish alt-pop trio […]

The Script hail James Arthur 'fantastic artist' despite lawsuit
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The Script hail James Arthur ‘fantastic artist’ despite lawsuit

December 19, 2018 XS Noize

The Script’s Mark Sheehan insists the band have no hard feelings towards James Arthur despite suing the star for copyright infringement. The Script think James Arthur is a “fantastic artist” – despite suing him for […]

IN FOCUS// The Script @ Belsonic Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Script @ Belsonic Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 26, 2018 Clair McAllister

The Script played Belsonic Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland, Sunday 24th June. Clair McAllister was on hand to take these amazing images. Setlist Superheroes Rock the World Paint the Town Green The Man Who Can’t […]

Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018
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Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Following a SOLD OUT UK Arena Tour and a number one album in 2017, Belsonic in association with Magners are proud to announce a Belfast concert for the Irish three-piece, The Script at Belsonic 2018. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script - "Freedom Child"
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Script – “Freedom Child”

September 1, 2017 Helen Russell

After nearly three years since the release of their last studio album No Sound Without Silence, The Script are back with their 5th album Freedom Child. Bursting on to the music scene in 2008 with […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Script -  Millennium Forum, Derry, N.Ireland 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Script – Millennium Forum, Derry, N.Ireland

August 24, 2017 Helen Russell

The Script Are Back!! The Script are back and they performed at Derry’s Millennium Forum last night (Tuesday 22nd August). Entering the stage with an entirely new song called Rock the World from their brand […]

LIVE REVIEW: THE SCRIPT - TENNENTS VITAL, BELFAST 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: THE SCRIPT – TENNENTS VITAL, BELFAST

August 31, 2015 Helen Russell

Rough Start to The Script’s Gig Doesn’t Stop Them I was part of the parade that led The Script to the stage at Tennent’s Vital as they headlined the Sunday night slot, and what can […]

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