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          AVA Belfast reveals full 2026 festival programme including afterparties, talks, workshops and more

          May 22, 2026

          AVA Belfast returns to Titanic Slipways on 29–30 May 2026, as the city prepares for what promises to be its biggest music weekend of the year. Hailed as “Techno Christmas,” or “Belfast Coachella” AVA is […]

          The Script
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          THE SCRIPT announce new album ‘The User’s Guide To Being Human’ and huge UK & European arena headline tour

          May 22, 2026

          The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners announce new album ‘LOVE’ following Heavenly Recordings signing

          May 21, 2026

          Having recently announced their signing to Heavenly Recordings, Dexys Midnight Runners have today announced details of their new album, LOVE, out on Friday 4th September 2026. LOVE is a deeply personal and emotionally rich album […]

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          The Coral
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Coral – 388

          May 21, 2026

          The Coral have always thrived on instinct, but even by their standards, 388 feels like a beautifully unexpected detour. Arriving without teaser singles or algorithm-chasing fanfare, the Hoylake psych-pop veterans have delivered one of the […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien - Blue Morpho
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Ed O’Brien – Blue Morpho

          May 20, 2026

          There has been a flurry of solo activity from the members of Radiohead in the ten years since A Moon Shaped Pool was released. In that same decade, the world has faced its share of […]

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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 […]

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          ‘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
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          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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          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: The Prodigy Bring Fire, Chaos and Emotion to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena

          May 7, 2026

          After more than 30 years, The Prodigy remain one of the most powerful live electronic acts on the planet — and their sold-out show at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena proved exactly why. The night began with […]

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          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 […]

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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 […]

          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 […]

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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 […]

          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
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          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 […]

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        • Col Gerrard
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          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. […]

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        • Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
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          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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          Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie and bringing immersive sound to Belfast | XS Noize Podcast #283

          May 5, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Deb Googe and Cara Tivey for a thoughtful and exploratory conversation about their debut full-length album together, The Golden Thread. You […]

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ON THE TURNTABLE: Lee Moses - How Much Longer Must I Wait? : Singles & Rarities 1965 - 1972
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ON THE TURNTABLE: Lee Moses – How Much Longer Must I Wait? : Singles & Rarities 1965 – 1972

January 20, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. If you don’t know who Lee Moses […]

RUN DMC team up with 12on12 to release limited edition vinyl in tribute to JAM MASTER JAY 1
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RUN DMC team up with 12on12 to release limited edition vinyl in tribute to JAM MASTER JAY

November 25, 2020 XS Noize

Following their acclaimed project with Travis Scott and fashion house Saint Laurent, 12on12 announce their latest collaboration with cultural icons and hip-hop legends RUN DMC. The pioneering New York group have curated an exclusive limited […]

WIN: A copy of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’ limited edition vinyl 6
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WIN: A copy of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’ limited edition vinyl

September 21, 2020 XS Noize

On October 2nd, 2020 Big Brother Recordings release limited edition album formats on heavyweight vinyl with remastered audio to mark the 25th anniversary of (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?. XS Noize has 2 vinyl copies […]

Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS' '(WHAT'S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?' 1
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Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

On October 2nd, 2020 Big Brother Recordings release limited edition album formats including a double silver coloured LP and picture disc on heavyweight vinyl with remastered audio to mark the 25th anniversary of (What’s The […]

PJ HARVEY to reissue entire back catalogue on vinyl - Hear ‘Sheela-Na-Gig’ Demo Now 1
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PJ HARVEY to reissue entire back catalogue on vinyl – Hear ‘Sheela-Na-Gig’ Demo Now

May 28, 2020 XS Noize

UMC/Island and Beggars today announce a comprehensive reissue campaign which will see PJ Harvey’s entire back catalogue – plus her two albums in collaboration with John Parish – released on vinyl over the next 12 […]

Reissue of LONGPIGS 'The Sun Is Often Out' on blue vinyl  - out 5th June 3
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Reissue of LONGPIGS ‘The Sun Is Often Out’ on blue vinyl – out 5th June

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

On 5th June, Demon Music Group will release 180g coloured vinyl reissues of three albums of the Britpop era. Longpigs were an alternative rock band, who came to prominence in the 1990s Britpop scene. They […]

WIN: A copy of the new THERAPY? album Greatest Hits (2020 Versions) on limited edition Translucent Green 12" vinyl 1
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WIN: A copy of the new THERAPY? album Greatest Hits (2020 Versions) on limited edition Translucent Green 12″ vinyl

March 15, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Irish rockers Therapy? celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the band with Greatest Hits (The Abbey Road Session) out now! To coincide with the bands So Much for the 30 Year Plan Tour, the band […]

British legends MANSUN’S, album THE DEAD FLOWERS REJECT to be released on Vinyl for UK RECORD STORE DAY 2
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British legends MANSUN’S, album THE DEAD FLOWERS REJECT to be released on Vinyl for UK RECORD STORE DAY

March 5, 2020 XS Noize

Kscope are proud to announce that Mansun’s album The Dead Flowers Reject will be included as part of 2020’s UK Record Store Day on 18th April. The album has been beautifully remastered for vinyl and will be released as […]

SPICE GIRLS Re-release "Spice World" and "Greatest Hits" on vinyl
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SPICE GIRLS Re-release “Spice World” and “Greatest Hits” on vinyl

February 4, 2020 XS Noize

The era-defining, history-making, best-selling female group of all time today announce the re-release of Spiceworld and The Greatest Hits on vinyl – the ultimate Mother’s Day gifts. The vinyl will be available from Friday, March […]

COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March 3
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COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

20th March will see 4AD repress two more albums from Cocteau Twins on vinyl – their 1982 debut Garlands and 1986’s Victorialand. This means that with the exception of The Moon and the Melodies (their […]

INTERVIEW: Embrace singer Danny McNamara on the 21st anniversary of 'The Good Will Out'
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EMBRACE to reissue early albums on vinyl on 6th March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Indie heroes Embrace have announced their first three albums will be reissued on vinyl for the first time since their original release. The titles – The Good Will Out, Drawn From Memory and If You’ve […]

‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January
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‘Electronic’ by ELECTRONIC is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January

December 11, 2019 XS Noize

‘Electronic’ by Electronic is to be reissued as a limited edition white vinyl on 24 January 2020 available exclusively through Rhino.co.uk as well as on black vinyl through all other retailers. For the first time […]

HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020 1
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HAPPY MONDAYS to reissue first four albums on vinyl on January 31, 2020

December 4, 2019 XS Noize

On January 31, 2020, London Records will release brand new vinyl reissues of the first four era-defining Happy Mondays albums, their first vinyl pressings for many years. The reissues of ‘Squirrel And G-Man Twenty Four […]

ARCADE FIRE to re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl 2
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ARCADE FIRE to re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl

October 11, 2019 XS Noize

Arcade Fire, who recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of their critically-acclaimed debut album Funeral, has announced they will re-issue their debut single ‘Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)’ on 7” vinyl for Record Store Day Black Friday on […]

MUSE announce release of the deluxe boxed set 'Origin of Muse'
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MUSE announce release of the deluxe boxed set ‘Origin of Muse’

September 7, 2019 XS Noize

In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the band’s debut album Showbiz, Muse has announced the release of the deluxe boxed set Origin of Muse. This deluxe set will chronicle the band from their early beginnings in […]

D O V E S - Announce Limited, Coloured Vinyl Reissues of their first three albums 1
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D O V E S – Announce Limited, Coloured Vinyl Reissues of their first three albums

April 17, 2019 XS Noize

High on the emotional responses to their first gigs for a decade, a re-energised Doves follow their live return by announcing numbered limited edition, two-disc, coloured vinyl packages of their first three albums. Released on […]

U2 Announce new vinyl reissue of No Line On The Horizon
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U2 Announce new vinyl reissue of No Line On The Horizon

January 7, 2019 XS Noize

Island Records and UMC today announce a new vinyl reissue from U2. Remastered and pressed on 180gsm double LP black vinyl, plus limited edition 180gsm double LP ultra-clear vinyl, No Line On The Horizon (2009) will be released on […]

BANANARAMA - Announce Coloured Vinyl & Cassette Reissues - Out 30th November
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BANANARAMA – Announce Coloured Vinyl & Cassette Reissues – Out 30th November

October 18, 2018 XS Noize

Indisputably the UK’s greatest girl group BANANARAMA broke the mould with their fashion-forward style, feisty attitude and an arsenal of timeless chart hits spanning three decades. Now for the first time since their original release, […]

THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases
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THE LEVELLERS announce limited edition vinyl releases

August 13, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Levellers have announced the release of a series of limited edition coloured vinyl albums, including the never before released headline set at Glastonbury 1994. The announcement comes ahead of […]

TEENAGE FANCLUB announce vinyl reissues and 'Creation Records Years' tour
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TEENAGE FANCLUB announce vinyl reissues and ‘Creation Records Years’ tour

April 25, 2018 XS Noize

Having long been out of print, Teenage Fanclub have announced details of the vinyl re-release of five of their classic Creation Records albums – Bandwagonesque, Thirteen, Grand Prix, Songs From Northern Britain and Howdy! Released […]

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