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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
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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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IAN BROWN has released a brand new single, ‘First World Problems’ - Listen Now 2
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IAN BROWN has released a brand new single, ‘First World Problems’ – Listen Now

October 25, 2018 XS Noize

Ian Brown has released a brand new single, ‘First World Problems’, his first solo material in nine years. The single precedes the new album, ‘Ripples’, which will be released on March 1, 2019.   Ian […]

INTERVIEW: Shotty Horroh discusses his debut album, 'Salt of The Earth'
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INTERVIEW: Shotty Horroh discusses his debut album, ‘Salt of The Earth’

August 27, 2018 XS Noize

Shotty Horroh releases his debut album Salt of The Earth, on October 12. On Salt of the Earth, Shotty Horroh, born Adam Rooney, arrives like the fire-breathing love child of Liam Gallagher, Alex Turner and […]

INTERVIEW: Andy Couzens (The High, Stone Roses) 3
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Andy Couzens (The High, Stone Roses)

April 20, 2018 XS Noize

Andy Couzens has been in a lot of bands over the years with the most famous being The Stone Roses and The High. For Record Store Day 2018, Andy is releasing previously unreleased tracks from […]

THE STONE ROSES predecessor band THE WATERFRONT release rare tracks for Record store Day
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Listen to ‘Normandy (On the Beach)’ by early STONE ROSES predecessor – THE WATERFRONT

March 17, 2018 XS Noize

The Waterfront was the predecessor for the legendary band we now know as The Stone Roses. The band consisted of Andy Couzens ( Guitar ), Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield ( Bass ), David ‘ Kaiser’ Carty […]

Manchester's THE HIGH release 'Say It Now' 12" double A vinyl for Record Store Day
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Manchester’s THE HIGH release ‘Say It Now’ 12″ double A vinyl for Record Store Day

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

The High was formed in Manchester in 1989 by Andy Couzens ( ex-Stone Rose ), John Matthews, Chris Goodwin and Simon Davies. They signed to London Records after only one gig. Their highly acclaimed debut […]

THE STONE ROSES predecessor band THE WATERFRONT release rare tracks for Record store Day
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THE STONE ROSES predecessor band THE WATERFRONT release rare tracks for Record store Day

March 12, 2018 XS Noize

The Waterfront was the predecessor for the legendary band we now know as The Stone Roses. The band consisted of Andy Couzens ( Guitar ), Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield ( Bass ), David ‘ Kaiser’ Carty […]

Review: THE G-O-D - GRAFTERS OV DENTON – EP
Album Reviews

Review: THE G-O-D – GRAFTERS OV DENTON – EP

March 20, 2017 Sandra Blemster

Drummer Si Wolstencroft hardly needs an introduction. Famous on the Manchester scene for turning down the Smiths back in the early days. He played in The Patrol before they became the Stone Roses and was […]

The Stone Roses Announce 3 UK Live Shows for June 2017- including Belfast
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The Stone Roses Announce 3 UK Live Shows for June 2017- including Belfast

September 26, 2016 XS Noize

The Stone Roses will play 3 UK shows in June 2017. Tickets go on sale at 9.30am this Friday, September 30. This summer saw The Stone Roses play to over 240,000 people across four sold […]

XS Noize Podcast: #9: Tom Hingley talks about his time in Inspiral Carpets
Podcast

XS Noize Podcast: #9: Tom Hingley talks about his time in Inspiral Carpets

July 28, 2016 XS Noize

Tom Hingley is an English singer, songwriter and guitarist, best known as the frontman of Inspiral Carpets. After six successful years, Inspiral Carpets split in 1995 and Hingley started performing as a solo artist. Hingley […]

XS Noize Podcast: #8: Si Wolstencroft – original member of The Patrol, The Smiths and The Fall talks about his new book.
Podcast

XS Noize Podcast: #8: Si Wolstencroft – original member of The Patrol, The Smiths and The Fall talks about his new book.

July 21, 2016 XS Noize

Si Wolstencroft is among the many near-mythical figures of the Manchester music scene. Si parted ways before The Patrol became the Stone Roses and he turned down The Smiths. Right place, right time, wrong choices? […]

Interview: Si Wolstencroft - original member of The Stone Roses & The Smiths talks about his new book.
Interviews

Interview: Si Wolstencroft – original member of The Stone Roses & The Smiths talks about his new book.

June 2, 2016 XS Noize

Si Wolstencroft is among the many near-mythical figures of the Manchester music scene. Si parted ways before The Patrol became the Stone Roses and he turned down The Smiths. Right place, right time, wrong choices? Timing […]

The Fall Ex Drummer, Simon Wolstencroft Publishes Memoirs 'You Can Drum But You Can't Hide'
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The Fall Ex Drummer, Simon Wolstencroft Publishes Memoirs ‘You Can Drum But You Can’t Hide’

May 17, 2016 XS Noize

Among the many near-mythical figures of the Manchester music scene, he’s known as the Nearly Man. You’d expect a drummer to have better timing. Yes, Simon Wolstencroft parted ways before The Patrol became The Stone […]

Review: The Stone Roses - All For One - Listen
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Review: The Stone Roses – All For One

May 12, 2016 XS Noize

So the anticipation is over. Just before 8 pm, I tuned into Annie Mac’s Radio One show to hear ‘All For One’ the first new music by Manchester band The Stone Roses since their underappreciated […]

THE STONE ROSES will release a new single tonight at 8pm
News

THE STONE ROSES will release a new single tonight at 8pm

May 12, 2016 XS Noize

We have only just received a press release stating that after months of rumour and speculation it has been announced that THE STONE ROSES will release a new single tonight at 8pm. The new single […]

IAN BROWN confirms - THE STONE ROSES are recording 'GLORIOUS' new music
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IAN BROWN confirms – THE STONE ROSES are recording ‘GLORIOUS’ new music

March 24, 2016 XS Noize

Today The Stone Roses front-man Ian Brown finally confirmed what the world was waiting for – The Stone Roses are recording new music at Paul Epworth’s Church Studios in London, as XS Noize previously reported. Speaking […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
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THE STONE ROSES to release new EP before summer shows

March 22, 2016 XS Noize

Legendary Manchester band The Stone Roses are said to be busy finishing of their first new material since The Second Coming  at Church studios in London. According to sources they are working with top producer […]

STRAWBERRY STUDIOS FOREVER –THE ABBEY ROAD OF THE NORTH 1
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STRAWBERRY STUDIOS FOREVER –THE ABBEY ROAD OF THE NORTH

March 9, 2016 Sandra Blemster

Back in the late 1960s apart from London, there were no other professional recording facilities at the time. Strawberry Studios began its incarnation in 1967 in Stockport, Manchester when local man Peter Tattersall (who had […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
Gigs

THE STONE ROSES – ANNOUNCE A SHOW AT MARLAY PARK DUBLIN ON JULY 9TH

November 13, 2015 XS Noize

The Stone Roses will play Dublin’s Marlay Park on July 9th, 2016. This adds to their recently announced string of shows taking place at The Etihad Stadium in Manchester, as well as a headliner slot […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
Gigs

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs

November 2, 2015 XS Noize

The Stone Roses have announced new live dates for next year. The Manchester band will play two gigs in their hometown, playing the Etihad Stadium on 17 and 18 June followed by a headline slot […]

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