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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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • 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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THE CORONAS announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, Thursday 9th December 2021
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THE CORONAS announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, Thursday 9th December 2021

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

The Coronas confirm a return to Belfast with what is fast becoming a traditional December show at the iconic Ulster Hall – tickets on sale this Friday at 9 am from Ticketmaster and the Ulster […]

JEREMY PIVEN announces An Evening of Stand-up Comedy [Live] At Ulster Hall, Belfast 18th October 2021 1
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JEREMY PIVEN announces An Evening of Stand-up Comedy [Live] At Ulster Hall, Belfast 18th October 2021

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

Golden Globe & Emmy Award-winning Actor Jeremy Piven, best known for his role as “ARI” on the hit series Entourage & HARRY GORDON SELFRIDGE in the critically acclaimed series Mr. Selfridge will be making his […]

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 […]

‘An Evening with Halestorm’ announced at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Saturday March 5th 2022 2
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‘An Evening with Halestorm’ announced at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Saturday March 5th 2022

June 16, 2021 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of announcing their Nov/Dec 2021 US touring extravaganza with Evanescence, US rockers HALESTORM are delighted to confirm new tour plans for the UK/Europe in Feb/Mar 2022, including a headline Belfast show […]

Country superstar BRETT ELDREDGE announces headline show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Tuesday 3 May 2022 1
Gigs

Country superstar BRETT ELDREDGE announces headline show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Tuesday 3 May 2022

June 14, 2021 XS Noize

Country superstar Brett Eldredge has announced UK tour dates, which includes a show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Tuesday 3 May 2022. Tickets are on sale this Friday, 18 June at: www.ulsterhall.co.uk and www.ticketmaster.ie […]

MADISON BEER announces 2022 Life Support tour for Belfast & Dublin 1
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MADISON BEER announces 2022 Life Support tour for Belfast & Dublin

June 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Madison Beer announced the European leg of her Life Support Tour, which includes shows at The Olympia Theatre, Dublin on 18th April and Ulster Hall, Belfast on 19th April. “After such a challenging year […]

LAURA MARLING (SOLO) announces a headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on Monday 11th October 2021 1
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LAURA MARLING (SOLO) announces a headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on Monday 11th October 2021

June 8, 2021 XS Noize

Laura Marling is very pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on Monday 11th October 2021. Having emphatically set the bar for what can be achieved with a superlative Livestream performance back […]

VAN MORRISON returns to Belfast’s historic Ulster Hall for shows in July 1
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VAN MORRISON returns to Belfast’s historic Ulster Hall for shows in July

May 24, 2021 XS Noize

Van Morrison returns to the iconic Ulster Hall after over a decade for an evening of rhythm & blues. Join Van and his full band for an unforgettable evening of rhythm & blues in the […]

JC STEWART announces his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 2nd September 2021 1
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JC STEWART announces his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 2nd September 2021

May 19, 2021 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter JC Stewart has announced his biggest Belfast headline show to date at the Ulster Hall on Thursday 02nd September 2021. JC’s ability to make a connection is quickly winning the hearts of fans […]

TOM ODELL announces new album 'monsters' - Listen to  new single ‘monster v.1.’ 1
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TOM ODELL announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022

March 15, 2021 XS Noize

Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter, plus platinum-selling, chart-topping artist Tom Odell is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 15th February 2022. Tom released his new single ‘monster […]

ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 30th April 2022 1
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ASHLEY MCBRYDE announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast, 30th April 2022

March 11, 2021 XS Noize

Ashley McBryde is lauded by The New York Times as “an alluringly flexible singer, fluent in classic country, blues and Southern rock, with a voice that moves easily from tender to tough.” Her GRAMMY-nominated ‘Girl […]

TOM GRENNAN announces interactive virtual live gig for Friday 5th February 1
Gigs

TOM GRENNAN announces headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast: 29th March 2022

March 10, 2021 XS Noize

The news follows Tom’s performance on The Graham Norton Show with Ella Henderson for their new single ‘Let’s Go Home Together’ which is currently climbing the UK and Irish charts. The track is a new […]

PASSENGER shares 'Sword from the Stone (Gingerbread Mix)' produced by Ed Sheeran 1
Gigs

PASSENGER shares ‘Sword from the Stone (Gingerbread Mix)’ produced by Ed Sheeran

January 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of his acclaimed new album Songs For The Drunk And Broken Hearted, which was sitting comfortably at number 2 in the UK Official Charts midweek earlier this week, Passenger (Mike Rosenberg) now […]

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

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 […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES announce headline Irish shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast & Dublin's Olympia Theatre in 2021
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES announce headline Irish shows at Ulster Hall, Belfast & Dublin’s Olympia Theatre in 2021

September 14, 2020 XS Noize

Southend five-piece Nothing But Thieves have announced a huge UK, Ireland and European tour for Autumn 2021. The announcement follows recent single releases Is Everybody Going Crazy? and Real Love Song, taken from their forthcoming […]

GABRIELLE will bring the Rise Again Tour 2020 to The Olympia Theatre on 27 November
Gigs

GABRIELLE has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Gabrielle has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows, due to restrictions regarding COVID-19. 27 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will now take place on 03 November 2021 28 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will […]

IAN BROWN announces a headline tour of Ireland in May 2020 1
Gigs

IAN BROWN announces a headline tour of Ireland in May 2020

February 25, 2020 XS Noize

Ian Brown has today announced that he will headline a tour of Ireland in May 2020. Tickets go on sale at 9 am on Friday 28th February. This will be Ian’s first solo headline tour […]

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast 6
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Supergrass + Hunkpapa @ Ulster Hall Belfast

February 18, 2020 Conor Kinahan

The Legendary Supergrass came to Belfast’s iconic Ulster Hall on Monday night, leaving not a single seat free. Our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night, take a look below.       […]

IN FOCUS: Steel Panther @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 4
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Steel Panther @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 16, 2020 Conor Kinahan

Glam-Metalheads Steel Panther arrived in style to Belfast’s Ulster Hall and didn’t spare an inch of their fabulous, sequin infused 80’s hair metal, our Photographer Conor Kinahan was there to capture the night.     […]

IN FOCUS: Bombay Bicycle Club + Liz Lawrence @ Ulster Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS: Bombay Bicycle Club + Liz Lawrence @ Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 13, 2020 Conor Kinahan

Bombay Bicycle Club played an amazing show last night at Belfast’s Ulster Hall with support from Liz Lawrence. Conor Kinahan was on hand to take these shots.               Bombay […]

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