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  • News
        • The Corrs
          News

          THE CORRS honour Christine McVie with stunning cover of Fleetwood Mac's 'Songbird'

          November 30, 2023

          The Corrs today release their stunning cover of Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Songbird’ – taken from Best Of The Corrs – newly reissued in expanded form for the first time on vinyl – out tomorrow, December 1st, […]

          Michael Head & The Red Elastic Band
          News

          Michael Head & The Red Elastic Band release new single – 'Ciao Ciao Bambino'

          November 30, 2023

          Revered as “Our Greatest Songwriter” by NME and receiving unanimous acclaim for their 2022 album, Dear Scott, Head releases his first new music in 17 months. Bill Ryder-Jones-produced studio sessions produce their first fruits in […]

          Cast
          News

          CAST release new single ‘Love You Like I Do’ & announce album & tour for 2024

          November 30, 2023

          The resurgent Cast will release their brand new album ‘Love Is The Call’ on February 16th, which they preview today by sharing the new single ‘Love You Like I Do’. The band’s frontman, John Power, […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          PETER GABRIEL
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Peter Gabriel – i/o

          November 29, 2023

          The year is 2002. BBC 6 Music takes its first steps into the musical cosmos. In this cosmos, a star ceases to sparkle as we mourn the passing of Joe Strummer. Demonstrating the unpredictable aspects […]

          Vince Clarke – Songs of Silence
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Vince Clarke – Songs of Silence

          November 17, 2023

          When you review an album, you usually get a bit of spiel from the PR company telling you a bit about the background of the artist and some details about their new release. The second […]

        • 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: Van Morrison at Shepherds Bush Empire
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Van Morrison at Shepherds Bush Empire

          November 30, 2023

          Established artists and their managers over the last five years or so have agonised about how they will introduce new material live and build up enough nerve to avoid playing essential classic tracks. Van Morrison […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Bob Mould at The Garage, London Credit: Denise Esposito
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Bob Mould at The Garage, London

          November 26, 2023

          The revered cult status of Bob Mould is, in many respects, an enigma. Mould is best known for his work in Hüsker Dü, which had modest commercial success. His biggest-selling LP, Copper Blue, was with […]

        • 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// The Sisters of Mercy at Rock City, Nottingham Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// The Sisters of Mercy at Rock City, Nottingham

          November 22, 2023

          One of the most mysterious bands from the 80s with a huge underground following, The Sisters of Mercy, visited Nottingham on Sunday, November 19th, as a part of their Autumn 2023 tour. Andrew Eldritch, Ben […]

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

          IN FOCUS// Gareth Dunlop at Ulster Hall, Belfast

          November 15, 2023

          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 […]

  • Gigs
        • IDLES
          Gigs

          IDLES announce show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 17th November 2024

          November 29, 2023

          Having returned to the live arena with an incendiary, life-affirming celebration of a gig at London’s Village Underground, IDLES today announce that their 2024 world tour is being extended with additional dates spanning North America, […]

          Richard Ashcroft
          Gigs

          RICHARD ASHCROFT announces huge outdoor homecoming at Robin Park, Wigan

          November 28, 2023

          Today, Richard Ashcroft announces his long-awaited homecoming show at Robin Park, Wigan, on Saturday, 20th July. Tickets go on sale Friday 1st December at 9 am from www.gigsandtours.com and www.ticketmaster.co.uk. This will be the first […]

          Crowded House
          Gigs

          CROWDED HOUSE announced for Eden Sessions 2024

          November 28, 2023

          Crowded House are the latest legendary act to be announced for next year’s Eden Sessions. The Australasian rock icons will be performing their decades-spanning hits on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Forming in Melbourne, Australia, in […]

  • Interviews
        • Donna Lewis
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Donna Lewis on How A Challenging Period in Her Life Inspired New Album ‘Rooms With A View’

          November 23, 2023

          In 2021, “I Love You, Always, Forever”, the smash hit by Donna Lewis, turned 25. Lewis had BIG plans to mark the occasion, but a breast cancer diagnosis and gruelling treatment and recovery period (not […]

          G Flip
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Australian pop-rocker G Flip on new single 'Good Enough'

          November 13, 2023

          Meet the Australian pop-rocker G Flip, who recently released their new single/music video, “Good Enough,” a track lifted from their latest album, DRUMMER. “Good Enough” is a brilliant example of the heat this nonbinary artist […]

          Mark Hegan
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Mark Hegan discusses his debut EP – 'Human Mind'

          November 6, 2023

          It’s been a busy few years for Bangor native Mark Hegan. Since 2019, he has released no fewer than nine singles and relentlessly performed on every stage he can get his two feet on. Having […]

  • Podcast
        • Galen and Paul
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Exploring the Creative Fusion of Paul Simonon and Galen Ayers in Galen & Paul

          November 29, 2023

          In episode #157 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Galen & Paul, a new project from Galen Ayers, the singer-songwriter whose artistic projects include the rightly acclaimed solo album ‘Monument’, and Paul Simonon, […]

          Future Islands
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Future Islands frontman Samuel T. Herring on new album 'People Who Aren't There Anymore'

          November 22, 2023

          In episode #156 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Future Islands frontman Samuel T. Herring to discuss their new album, People Who Aren’t There Anymore, released on 26 January 2024. The seventh album […]

          Junodream
          Podcast

          INTERVIEW: Exploring Junodream's Debut Album 'Pools of Colour'

          November 15, 2023

          In episode #155 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Ed Vyvyan and Tom Rea from dream rock four-piece junodream about their debut album, Pools Of Colour. Lined ten tracks deep, the band’s debut […]

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Lavengro
Gigs

Synth-pop band LAVENGRO play headline show tonight at Ulster Sports Club

May 12, 2023 XS Noize

Synth-pop band Lavengro has been making waves across Ireland with their highly energetic live performances and consistent releases of catchy tracks. Hailing from Derry City, Gareth, Dave, James & Jordan have been dominating national radio […]

Someone
Gigs

SOMEONE announces Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club on Friday October 13th

March 7, 2023 XS Noize

Someone is the moniker for Dutch/British composer, producer and visual artist Tessa Rose Jackson. Having released her earthy, 70’s folk-inspired debut album “Shapeshifter” in September 2021 to critical acclaim, she is gearing up to release […]

New Pagans - Making Circles of Our Own
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: New Pagans - Making Circles of Our Own

February 13, 2023 Lee Campbell

It’s almost two years since Belfast’s New Pagans released their acclaimed debut LP, The Seed, The Vessel, The Roots and All. The indie-punks are now back featuring the same, strong line-up with Making Circles of […]

Le Boom
Gigs

LE BOOM announce a headline show at Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on Friday 31st March

January 11, 2023 XS Noize

Fresh from a sold-out Belfast show last year, Le Boom has announced a headline show at Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on Friday 31st March 2023 Le Boom’s double-A-side release is out now on Le Boom’s […]

Moncrieff
Gigs

MONCRIEFF announces headline show at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Thursday 8th Dec 2022

September 6, 2022 XS Noize

He has performed with Adele and impressed greats like Elton John and Avicii with his songwriting – and yet Moncrieff is only getting started: His latest EP, “Warm”, is OUT NOW! “Music has always been […]

Le Boom
Gigs

LE BOOM announces headline show at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Saturday 3rd Dec 2022

September 5, 2022 XS Noize

Fresh from a summer of festival appearances and late-night secret parties across Ireland and Europe, Le Boom has announced a headline show at Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on Saturday, 03rd December 2022. Le Boom’s double-A-side […]

Somebody’s Child
Gigs

SOMEBODY’S CHILD announce headline show at Belfast Ulster Sports Club on Wednesday March 1st 2023

September 5, 2022 XS Noize

Starting his musical journey aged five in Paris, Cian Godfrey (aka Somebody’s Child) took to playing the piano in the family apartment. Upon moving back to Ireland, he gained an interest in songwriting, enabling him […]

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March 5
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// The Florentinas @ Ulster Sports Club, Friday 4th March

March 7, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Bangor four-piece The Florentinas played a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club supported by Casual Riots on Friday 4th March 2022. The Show was a fantastic spectacle. Bernie Mc Allister was there to […]

INTERVIEW: Wynona Bleach on the "songwriting connection beyond words" that inspired debut album, Moonsoake 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Wynona Bleach on the "songwriting connection beyond words" that inspired debut album, Moonsoake

March 1, 2022 Daniel Lynch

One day in the late summer of 2019 I pulled into the car park of an old mill building in Belfast. As well as several gyms for muscles, an upholstery business and a tyre fitting […]

THE FLORENTINAS announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club on Friday 4th March 2022
Gigs

THE FLORENTINAS announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club on Friday 4th March 2022

February 7, 2022 XS Noize

Bangor four-piece The Florentinas have announced a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club on Friday 04th March 2022, the show announce follows the release of their new single ‘It’s not in Vain’. The […]

TRAVI THE NATIVE announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club, Thurs 10th March 2022
Gigs

TRAVI THE NATIVE announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club, Thurs 10th March 2022

January 25, 2022 XS Noize

Belfast’s “alt-pop prodigy”, Travi The Native, burst onto the scene in the spring of 2020 with his critically acclaimed debut single ‘Heavy Love’. But don’t be fooled by his ‘new kid on the block’ persona. […]

IN FOCUS// Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

December 8, 2021 Bernie McAllister

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum, the electronic project of Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz and Matt Katz-Bohen, brought their critically acclaimed 2021 debut album: ‘THANKS FOR COMING’ to the live stage at the Ulster […]

AMY MONTGOMERY to play Ulster Sports Club, Belfast TONIGHT!
Gigs

AMY MONTGOMERY to play Ulster Sports Club, Belfast TONIGHT!

November 26, 2021 XS Noize

The first thing that grabs your attention about Amy Montgomery (apart from her Bohemian look) is her raw and beautiful voice honed from relentless busking throughout Ireland. Her vocals seem to channel the spirit of […]

PILLOW QUEENS announce Belfast & Dublin shows for 2021
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PILLOW QUEENS announce Belfast & Dublin shows for 2021

September 17, 2020 XS Noize

Pillow Queens are delighted to announce two Irish shows next year to celebrate their debut album ‘In Waiting’ which is due out 25th September 2020. They will perform at The Button Factory Dublin, Friday, 26th […]

TIM BURGESS announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021 1
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TIM BURGESS announces headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021

July 16, 2020 XS Noize

Charlatans frontman, Tim Burgess is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Sports Club, Belfast on Wednesday 14th April 2021. Tim recently released his new solo record ‘I Love The New Sky’, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Black Midi at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Black Midi at Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

February 19, 2020 Max Pilley

A 10 pm arrival on a Saturday night. A well-oiled, sold-out crowd. The echoes of an opening half-hour set from Bo Ningen vocalist Taigen Kawabe’s hip-hop side project still permeating the air. Two years of […]

Irish singer-songwriter AMY MONTGOMERY announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club on Saturday 9th May 2020
Gigs

Irish singer-songwriter AMY MONTGOMERY announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club on Saturday 9th May 2020

January 6, 2020 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Amy Montgomery is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Ulster Sports Club on Saturday 9th May 2020. The first thing that grabs your attention about Amy Montgomery (apart from her Bohemian […]

DAMIEN JURADO brings his European tour to Belfast Ulster Sports Club on 27th February
Gigs

DAMIEN JURADO brings his European tour to Belfast Ulster Sports Club on 27th February

December 13, 2019 XS Noize

Damien Jurado is set to return to Europe following the release of his 14th studio album ‘In the Shape of a Storm’. Damien Jurado has always worked fast, but In the Shape of a Storm […]

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