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        • The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          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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          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 […]

        • 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: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Garbage and Placebo Deliver Emotion and Power at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 29, 2026

          To have Placebo as your special guest genuinely puts the ‘special’ into special guest. Placebo were clearly ecstatic to be at the Albert Hall and supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. Frontman Brian Molko smiled throughout and […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

        • 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// 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 […]

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland Credit: Becca McCaffrey
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro at 3Arena Dublin, Ireland

          January 11, 2026

          Biffy Clyro put on a brilliant show at the 3Arena on Saturday, 10 January, delivering a set that was as heavy and intense as it was open and emotional. The sold-out Dublin crowd were treated […]

  • Gigs
        • 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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

  • 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
        • 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 […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

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TIËSTO announces a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry 1
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TIËSTO announces a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT concert at Ormeau Park in 2019, Grammy® Award-winning Artist and Global icon, Tiësto is pleased to announce a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry. Tiësto […]

KULA SHAKER announce their much anticipated new album 'Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs' - out 10th June 2022 1
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KULA SHAKER announce their much anticipated new album ‘Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs’ – out 10th June 2022

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

On 10 June 2022 Kula shaker are to release their much anticipated new album, 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs on Strangefolk Records. The album will be preceded on 3 May by […]

OCTOBER DRIFT announce new album 'I Don't Belong Anywhere' 1
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OCTOBER DRIFT announce new album ‘I Don’t Belong Anywhere’

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

October Drift have announced their second album I Don’t Belong Anywhere, out September 23rd via Physical Education Recordings. I Don’t Belong Anywhere will feature the brand new single ‘Insects’, a dark grungy rock song about […]

INTERVIEW: Grant Nicholas from Feeder talks about their brand-new album Torpedo
Featured Interview

INTERVIEW: Grant Nicholas from Feeder talks about their brand-new album Torpedo

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #72 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Grant Nicholas from Britrock veterans Feeder about their new album Torpedo. Torpedo is the follow-up to 2019’s Tallulah, which peaked at #4 […]

IN FOCUS// Kris Barras Band at Rock City, Nottingham 4
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kris Barras Band at Rock City, Nottingham

March 13, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Kris Barras Band released their new album “Death Valley Paradise” on the 4th of March 2022. Their tour will continue through the UK during March, and people around the country will have a chance to […]

INTERVIEW: Parlor Social Chat “She Believes”, Their Social Media Challenge & Their Next Single
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Parlor Social Chat “She Believes”, Their Social Media Challenge & Their Next Single

March 13, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Music is, for many, a source of strength, comfort and healing. It’s also deeply inspirational and motivating to millions around the world and, after the difficulties we’ve all faced over the last few years, that […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder - Torpedo
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder – Torpedo

March 13, 2022 Alex Hoggard

In the lead up to 2020 Feeder were on something of a roll – 2017 saw the release of the bumper compilation The Best of Feeder, which reached number 10 on the UK Albums Chart, and […]

Students at College and University Can Benefit from Two Music Streaming Applications
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Students at College and University Can Benefit from Two Music Streaming Applications

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Music can help individuals coping with the stress during the college and university life. There are free music streaming applications Spotify and Pandora that you can use to get your daily dose of music. Music […]

THE CORAL launch their visually and audibly remastered 2002 hit single 'Dreaming Of You' ahead of 20th Anniversary Tour
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Coral at London, O2 Forum Kentish Town

March 11, 2022 Michael Barron

The Coral’s self-titled debut LP contains the top 20 hit single “Dreaming of You”, which was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize turns twenty in August. Ahead of this significant milestone, the Skelly brothers and […]

THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ - Out October 1st 1
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THE SCRIPT share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

The Script today share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’. The song features on ‘The Acoustic Sessions 3’ collection, which will be released on March 17th. Today also sees […]

London-based singer VIJI shares the music video for 'Feel It' from her new EP Cali
New Music

London-based singer VIJI shares the music video for ‘Feel It’ from her new EP Cali

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Today London-based singer Viji – aka Vanilla Jenner – releases her new EP. The 6- track EP titled Cali is her third release on the Dirty Hit record label. To celebrate the release Viji shares […]

THE KOOKS release new video for ‘Jesse James’ - Taken from their EP ‘Connection - Echo In The Dark Part 1’
New Music

THE KOOKS release new video for ‘Jesse James’ – Taken from their EP ‘Connection – Echo In The Dark Part 1’

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Following their sold-out tour across the UK throughout January and February for their 15th-anniversary tour celebrating ‘Inside In/Inside Out’, today, British indie trailblazers The Kooks release their new video for ‘Jesse James’. Starring the British […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece
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TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Philly-based hard rock outfit Born Lost introduces their new single, “Mouthpiece,” a track from their upcoming EP, All In, slated for release later this year via Revolver Records. Made up of Lou Cuello (guitar, vocals), […]

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March at St Patrick's Eve Concert 1
Gigs

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March at St Patrick’s Eve Concert

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March. The sounds of a modern island will echo around Custom House Square as The Duncairn […]

EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang
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EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Rising duo Alligatorz unveils their debut EP, BANG BANG, a five-track collection of samba, afrobeat, baile funk, and cutting-edge reggaeton. Guest appearances on the EP include Mc Cidinho General, Mc Baby Perigosa, Mr J.Medeiros, and […]

INTERVIEW: Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison of Ocean Colour Scene discuss their Spring acoustic tour 1
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INTERVIEW: Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison of Ocean Colour Scene discuss their Spring acoustic tour

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #71 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ocean Colour Scene singer Simon Fowler and drummer Oscar Harrison about their extensive acoustic tour for Spring 2022. Following Ocean Colour Scene’s […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blue Amber - University Jesus
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blue Amber – University Jesus

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Cardiff based band Blue Amber have returned with the release of their single, ‘University Jesus’ – an experimental indie alt-pop track that takes you on an adventure through multiple movements, with a variety of moods, […]

SUNDOWNERS announce third album - Watch video for title track 'Pulling Back The Night' feat: Clean Cut Kid
New Music

SUNDOWNERS announce third album – Watch video for title track ‘Pulling Back The Night’ feat: Clean Cut Kid

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

Shimmering in a heat haze and beaching on Merseyside’s shores between gently lapping waves, Sundowners announce their return with the title track from their forthcoming album Pulling Back The Night. Five becomes two as original […]

RAMMSTEIN have released a video for new single 'ZEIT' & details of new studio album
Gigs

RAMMSTEIN have released a video for new single ‘ZEIT’ & details of new studio album

March 10, 2022 XS Noize

Rammstein’s new album “Zeit” will be released on 29 April 2022. Exactly three years after their untitled multi-platinum album, one of the most globally successful German bands of all time is releasing a follow-up! The […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Franz Ferdinand - Hits To The Head
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Franz Ferdinand – Hits To The Head

March 10, 2022 Lori Gava

The award-winning Scottish band Franz Ferdinand is releasing their greatest hits album, Hits to the Head, on March 11th. The release is chocked full of what has made the band so successful for twenty years, […]

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