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          U2 unveil new 6-track ‘Easter Lily’ EP

          April 3, 2026

          Island Records today announce the release of ‘U2 – Easter Lily’ EP, a new standalone 6-track EP from U2.  With recording sessions for a new studio album ongoing, ‘Easter Lily’ EP comes as a second, separate, […]

          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 […]

          Kasabian
          News

          Kasabian unveil ‘Great Pretender’ and announce new album ‘Act III’

          April 2, 2026

          After kicking off 2026 by collaborating with Calvin Harris on the dance floor banger ‘Release The Pressure,’ Kasabian have unleashed their explosive new track, ‘Great Pretender’. The track is the second to be taken from […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad - It’s the Long Goodbye
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

          March 24, 2026

          It’s been seven years since The Twilight Sad released It Won’t Be Like This All the Time — a record that cemented their place as one of the most emotionally direct and sonically powerful bands […]

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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 […]

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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

          Scouting For Girls
          Podcast

          Scouting For Girls’ Roy Stride on ‘These Are The Good Days’ and finding joy in the present | XS Noize Podcast #277

          March 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band’s uplifting new album These […]

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on Grief, Mental Health & ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276
          Podcast

          The Twilight Sad – James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ | XS Noize Podcast #276

          March 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It’s […]

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David C Clements
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Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS shares sweeping new single ‘Already Here’

August 7, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his euphoric double A-side offering “Contrast” / “The Garden,” the latest efforts from his forthcoming new album, The Garden, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements returns once again to deliver […]

Anastacia
Gigs

Pop icon ANASTACIA announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 23 April 2025

July 1, 2024 XS Noize

Pop icon Anastacia has today announced a huge European tour for 2025, introducing the ‘Not That Kind’ tour. The mammoth tour marks 25 years since Anastacia’s debut studio album which was released in 2000. Anastacia […]

David C Clements
News

Northern Irish indie-rock innovator DAVID C CLEMENTS announces his new studio album ‘The Garden’

June 20, 2024 XS Noize

After recently returning with his stunning comeback single “Reckless”, his first piece of new material in eight years, Northern Irish indie-rock innovator David C Clements has now announced his plans for his new studio album […]

Joshua Bassett
Gigs

JOSHUA BASSETT brings THE GOLDEN YEARS HEADLINE TOUR to Ulster Hall, Belfast on 17th September 2024

June 13, 2024 XS Noize

Singer, songwriter, and actor Joshua Bassett announces The Golden Years Tour featuring special guest Thomas Day. Produced by Live Nation, the 24-city North American leg kicks off on July 30 at Arizona Financial Theatre in […]

DAVID C CLEMENTS announces Ulster Hall show with full band and Arco String Quartet
Gigs

DAVID C CLEMENTS announces Ulster Hall show with full band and Arco String Quartet

May 28, 2024 XS Noize

Following the release of his debut album, ‘The Longest Day in History’ in 2016, David C Clements established himself as one of Northern Ireland’s most distinctive voices. In 2022, he stood in as lead singer […]

Loreen
Gigs

Eurovision song contest legend LOREEN announces show at Ulster Hall, Belfast

May 20, 2024 XS Noize

Loreen solidified herself in Eurovision history by becoming the first woman to win two Eurovision song contests. Having sold out the 3Olympia Theatre in a matter of minutes, Loreen has now added a show at […]

Skinny Living
Gigs

SKINNY LIVING announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 23rd November 2024

May 16, 2024 XS Noize

Skinny Living’s story is one of struggle, troubling situations and relentless hard graft. It’s also one of synchronicity, chance meetings, and the unflinching belief that their glorious indie soul music will reach the audience it […]

Declan O’Rourke
News

DECLAN O’ROURKE announces ‘Since Kyabram 20th anniversary’ show at Ulster Hall, Belfast

May 8, 2024 XS Noize

In October 2004, amongst a thriving Dublin music scene Declan O’Rourke’s debut album Since Kyabram was released. In its first week, Since Kyabram entered the charts at no.5 and over the following two years achieved […]

Alexis Ffrench
Gigs

ALEXIS FFRENCH announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast

May 7, 2024 XS Noize

Chart-topping pianist & composer Alexis Ffrench announces details of upcoming studio album ‘Classical Soul Volume One’, set for release this Autumn via Sony Classical. ‘Classical Soul Volume One’ by Alexis Ffrench is a collection of […]

Midge Ure
Gigs

MIDGE URE announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 16th December

April 29, 2024 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand since the March announcement for CATALOGUE: THE HITS TOUR, Midge Ure is adding another 4 shows to his tour. He will be beginning the tour in his adopted hometown of Bath […]

BELFAST COMEDIANS CHARITY BOXING
News

BELFAST COMEDIANS CHARITY BOXING is back at the iconic Ulster Hall

March 13, 2024 XS Noize

Comedians charity boxing is back at the iconic Ulster Hall for one night only! Some of the biggest names on the Belfast stand-up scene will be knocking each other’s ballix in for Children’s Cancer Unit. […]

Belfast TradFest
Gigs

Belfast TradFest announces St. Patrick’s Eve Gala Concert in the Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 9, 2024 XS Noize

Belfast TradFest presents two of the finest traditional acts on the planet, Frankie Gavin & Dé Dannan and Karen Matheson & Donald Shaw, for a St. Patrick’s Eve Gala Concert in the Ulster Hall, Belfast, […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces second Ulster Hall show due to phenomenal demand

January 24, 2024 XS Noize

Following Van Morrisons SOLD OUT show on February 14th, we are pleased to announce a new show on February 15th 2024. Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in […]

Anna’s Number
News

ANNA’S NUMBER announce show at Belfast’s legendary Ulster Hall

November 28, 2023 XS Noize

After sell-out shows at Limelight and the new Mandela Hall, Anna’s Number now takes to the stage at Belfast’s legendary Ulster Hall, setting their sights on bigger and better things. The showband for the Instagram […]

The NI Music Prize 2023
News

Winners announced for The NI Music Prize 2023

November 16, 2023 XS Noize

Excitement, surprises, great talent and a full house at the Ulster Hall. The NI Music Prize roared out live from the Ulster Hall last night with a showcase and celebration of some of Northern Ireland’s […]

Gareth Dunlop at Ulster Hall, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Gareth Dunlop at Ulster Hall, Belfast

November 15, 2023 Bernie McAllister

Far From Saints were at The Ulster Hall, Belfast, as part of their extensive UK and Ireland tour with support from Belfast’s synth-pop artist, Gareth Dunlop, who played a fantastic set. Bernie McAllister was there […]

Far From Saints
News

FAR FROM SAINTS share brand new track ‘The Weather Left To Go’

November 10, 2023 XS Noize

Released in June, Far From Saints’ self-titled album became one of the most critically acclaimed debuts of the year and immediately made a major chart impact, landing at #5 on the Official UK Album Chart […]

Tom Walker
Gigs

TOM WALKER announces show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on 23rd April 2024

November 3, 2023 XS Noize

After becoming 2019’s biggest UK-signed selling artist, with a number 1 debut album, an international hit single in ‘Leave A Light On’, three million worldwide album sales and over four billion global streams in tow, […]

Far From Saints
Gigs

FAR FROM SAINTS announce Dublin and Belfast dates as part of major UK and Ireland tour

September 28, 2023 XS Noize

After earning a no. 5 chart position in the UK Official Albums Chart and widespread critical acclaim for their self-titled debut album, Far From Saints today announce that they will play dates at Vicar Street, […]

OMD
Gigs

OMD announce UK 2024 tour & release new single ‘Slow Train’

September 18, 2023 XS Noize

After the recent announcement of their forthcoming new studio album, synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) reveal details of their return to the stage, with the band taking to the road next year. […]

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