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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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

        • 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: 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 […]

        • 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
          Interviews

          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
          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. […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 […]

          da Googie
          Podcast

          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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The Sherlocks release new track & announce even more dates - Listen
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The Sherlocks release new track & announce even more dates – Listen

January 26, 2017 XS Noize

The Sherlocks have today announced the release of their new single titled ‘Was It Really Worth It?’. The track features anthemic guitars, bold drums and an instantly catchy chorus as frontman Kiaran Crook delivers heartfelt […]

Tanita Tikaram Announces New Single ‘Cool Waters’ - Listen
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Tanita Tikaram Announces New Single ‘Cool Waters’ – Listen

January 23, 2017 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most distinctive voices, Tanita Tikaram, will release new single ‘Cool Waters’ on 3rd March 2017, taken from critically acclaimed album ‘Closer To The People’. “Cool Waters’ is the song from the […]

LISTEN: Ten Fé share Roman Flügel remix of 'Twist Your Arm'
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LISTEN: Ten Fé share Roman Flügel remix of ‘Twist Your Arm’

January 17, 2017 XS Noize

After Ben Moorhouse and Leo a.k.a Ten Fé released Twist Your Arm, their bluesy-electro-stomper produced by Ewan Pearson (Jagwar Ma, M83, The Rapture). Today Ten Fé unveil an exciting new rework by Berlin-based DJ and […]

Charlie Cunningham Shares Video for 'Minimum' - Watch
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Charlie Cunningham Shares Video for ‘Minimum’ – Watch

January 17, 2017 XS Noize

With its latin rhythms Minimum is an unlikely companion on a frosty English morning, but Charlie Cunningham lyrical surety is a welcome friend at the dawn of an uncertain year. Minimum is the new single […]

Track of the Day: Olivia May - Tonight
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Olivia May – Unveils Video for ‘Tonight’ – Watch

January 16, 2017 XS Noize

Olivia May has a story to tell. Years of starts, stops and self-doubt has shaped a voice now ready to empower and inspire those going through similar struggles. Hailing from Fresno, California, Olivia began her […]

Rainbrother reveal latest single 'Blue'!
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Rainbrother reveal latest single ‘Blue’!

January 5, 2017 XS Noize

Danish five-piece Rainbrother have shared their second single Blue, taken from debut album Tales From The Drought, which is out on 3rd February 2017 and available to pre-order on Bandcamp now. After the success of […]

Paul Draper Releases Public Service Broadcasting Remix Of 'FRIENDS MAKE THE WORST ENEMIES’ - Listen
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Paul Draper Releases Public Service Broadcasting Remix Of ‘FRIENDS MAKE THE WORST ENEMIES’ – Listen

December 13, 2016 XS Noize

Paul Draper – former frontman of iconic alt-rock band Mansun – has collaborated with Public Service Broadcasting to release a remix of ‘Friends Make the Worst Enemies’, out now via Kscope. Friends Make the Worst […]

The Twang Release Christmas Single - Listen
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The Twang Release Christmas Single – Listen

December 1, 2016 XS Noize

After a long day in the studio during the summer of 2014, The Twang began tinkering with a tune about a young man sitting at a bar, struggling to make sense of his life. From […]

The Rifles reveal new video for 'Groundhog Day'
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The Rifles reveal new video for ‘Groundhog Day’

November 28, 2016 XS Noize

The Rifles release brand new video for track ‘Groundhog Day’ from current album ‘Big Life’. ‘Groundhog Day’ is the lively album opening track which expresses the longing to be free from an endlessly repetitive job […]

Boxed In confirm new single 'Melt' - Listen
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Boxed In confirm new single ‘Melt’ – Listen

November 17, 2016 XS Noize

Today Boxed In share the lyric video for their new single ‘Melt’, taken from their critically-acclaimed second album which is out now via Nettwerk Records. Currently on tour with Crystal Fights, December will see the […]

Colchester Indie trio Animal Noise unveil new single ‘Little Things’
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Colchester Indie trio Animal Noise unveil new single ‘Little Things’

October 27, 2016 XS Noize

Colchester Indie trio Animal Noise are pleased to unveil their new single ‘Little Things’ this November. Little Things, with its earthy, yet modern production (mixed by Gethin Pearson for Big Life Management– Prides, The Hearts, […]

BLACK GRAPE To Release Three Disc Deluxe Edition Of 'It's Great When You're Straight....Yeah' 1
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Black Grape share exclusive ‘Fat Neck (Goldie Remix)’ – Listen

October 21, 2016 XS Noize

Black Grape release a three-disc Deluxe Edition of one of the greatest British albums of the 1990s, ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…Yeah’ on November 4th. Streaming now is an exclusive track from the 2nd disc, […]

ELEPHANT STONE Reveal New Single 'Manipulator' - Listen
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ELEPHANT STONE Reveal New Single ‘Manipulator’ – Listen

October 20, 2016 XS Noize

Montreal, Canada-based psych-rock trio Elephant Stone are extremely pleased to reveal their latest single ‘Manipulator’ ahead of a run of European tour dates in December 2016 including two shows in the UK. The band release […]

Listen to 'Leave It Up To Me' by Tom Townsend
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Listen to ‘Leave It Up To Me’ by Tom Townsend

October 19, 2016 XS Noize

Tom Townsend is a talented multi-instrumentalist who has worked as a composer, performer, session musician and producer. Brought up on Woody Guthrie, Hank Williams, Buddy Holly, and The Beatles, Tom first picked up the guitar […]

BECK: Shares  "WOW (TOKiMONSTA REMIX)"- Listen
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BECK: Shares “WOW (TOKiMONSTA REMIX)”- Listen

October 14, 2016 XS Noize

Following its surprise premiere on KCRW yesterday morning, the remix of Beck’s smash Day-Glo psych hop anthem “Wow” by Los Angeles producer TOKiMONSTA is now available to stream and download across digital platforms: The “Wow […]

Stream 'Naked' the new single by New Atlas HERE
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Stream ‘Naked’ the new single by New Atlas HERE

October 4, 2016 XS Noize

‘Naked’ is the new single from indie pop maestro New Atlas, the brainchild of 19 year-old Owen O’Hagan. Produced by Robert Whiteley (The Wombats) ‘Naked’ will be released on October 21st. Named as one of […]

Summer Moon share debut single ‘With You Tonight’ - listen
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Summer Moon share debut single ‘With You Tonight’ – listen

September 16, 2016 XS Noize

The Strokes’ bassist Nikolai Fraiture takes a turn as front man for the “underground supergroup” (NME) Summer Moon, who will be releasing their debut single ‘With You Tonight’ on DTF Records/Membran. The demo version of […]

Indie Pop/Rock band THE STEP Share New Track 'Stay Awake' - Listen
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Indie Pop/Rock band THE STEP Share New Track ‘Stay Awake’ – Listen

September 13, 2016 XS Noize

“Hot Pick” of the UK Students Radio Chart Show 2016, The Step is an Indie Pop/Rock band based in London. Founded in Rome in 2007 by Stefano Donato, the band moved to London where Oliviero […]

Growth - share new single "Wait" from upcoming EP.
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Growth – share new single “Wait” from upcoming EP.

September 8, 2016 XS Noize

During the first half of 2016, Growth recorded a series of songs in Fengersfors defunct paper mill, located in Dalslands ancient forests. This fall, the outside world are able to take note of these obscure […]

Archive announce 12-date November 2016 European Tour + new studio album
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Archive unveil new track ‘Bright Lights’ + London Electric Ballroom show

September 1, 2016 XS Noize

Archive return this Autumn with their tenth studio album, The False Foundation, with European tour dates to follow in November. The album was produced by Archive and will be released worldwide on the band’s own […]

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