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        • Paul McCartney Announces New Album "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”
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          Paul McCartney Announces New Album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane” — Shares New Song “Days We Left Behind”

          March 26, 2026

          The Boys of Dungeon Lane is not only the first new solo album to be released by Paul McCartney in over five years; it is a collection of rare and revealing glimpses into memories never-before shared along with […]

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

          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 […]

          Eagles of Death Metal
          News

          Eagles of Death Metal Announce ‘Death By Sexy’ 20th Anniversary Tour with Belfast Limelight Date

          March 26, 2026

          Classic rock band Eagles of Death Metal will hit the road in support of the 20th anniversary of its seminal album “Death By Sexy,” performing the classic release in full as well its greatest hits […]

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

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Elbow Deliver Emotional Triumph at Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall Show

          March 24, 2026

          There’s something unique about a Teenage Cancer Trust show at the Royal Albert Hall — a combination of the venue’s grandeur, the passion of the audience, and the commitment of the artists means there’s 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// 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
        • 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 […]

          Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

  • 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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        • 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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ALBUM REVIEW: Skinny Lister – Songs From The Yonder
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Skinny Lister – Songs From The Yonder

May 8, 2025 Iam Burn

Longevity in the music world isn’t something that is guaranteed. As Les McQueen of Crème Brulee fame says, “It’s a shit business”. It takes a lot of graft, luck, and talent to carve out a […]

Bryan Adams
News

Bryan Adams announces new album ‘Roll With The Punches’ and unveils single ‘Never Ever Let You Go’

May 8, 2025 XS Noize

Rocker, singer/songwriter Bryan Adams has announced his brand new album Roll With The Punches. Adams’ 17th studio album is his first full length record of brand new material to be released via his own independent […]

TAYYLS
News

Irish Artist TAYYLS Unleashes “Nightmare” — A Dark-Pop Anthem Packed with Raw Power

May 8, 2025 XS Noize

Following the success of her January release “Ecstasy,” rising Irish artist TAYYLS returns with her latest single, “Nightmare”— an infectious, high-energy dark-pop track that blends pulsating drums with lush synths to create a sound that […]

Matt Berninger
News

Matt Berninger Shares “Inland Ocean,” Opening Track from Forthcoming Solo Album

May 7, 2025 XS Noize

Matt Berninger, the frontman and lyricist for The National, has shared another pre-release track from his forthcoming album, the opener “Inland Ocean.” The song, featuring backing vocals from Ronboy (Julia Laws), matches propulsive, marching keys […]

big country
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Big Country – 100 Club, London

May 7, 2025 Michael Barron

What came first: the band Big Country or their song “In a Big Country”? It was the song. Audiences quickly embraced its rousing energy, just as they did the band’s rugged aesthetic — think Bruce […]

Coldplay
Gigs

Music of the Spheres Tour: Coldplay gearing up for 10 London shows 

May 7, 2025 XS Noize

As summer fades, Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres Tour” lights up London with a historic 10-night Wembley run, turning starry-eyed fans into a constellation of joy from August to September 2025.  Coldplay’s “Music of the […]

The Wedding Present
Podcast

Matt Aston: Bringing The Wedding Present to the Stage | XS Noize Podcast #226

May 7, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode 226 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar chats with writer and director Matt Aston about Reception: The Wedding Present Musical — a brand new stage production inspired by the music of David […]

Billy Gillies
News

Billy Gillies to Headline CHSq with Special Show on Friday, August 29th

May 6, 2025 XS Noize

Following his two sold-out CHSq 2024 shows last August, Trance superstar Billy Gillies returns for another headline show at Custom House Square on Friday, August 29th, 2025. He will be joined on the night by […]

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
News

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Announce 20th Anniversary ‘Howl’ Tour

May 6, 2025 XS Noize

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club is returning to the UK and Europe to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 2005 seminal album, Howl. BRMC – Robert Levon Been — Bass, Guitar, Piano, Vocals, Peter Hayes— Guitar, […]

Oasis
Features

Why it will be extra special for Oasis to perform in Manchester

May 4, 2025 XS Noize

Five sold-out nights of nostalgia in Manchester: Oasis will return to a city that made them rock legends. It is a chance to thank the fans and the city that made them. The iconic Britpop […]

EMMMA
News

EMMMA shares her new single ‘Wednesday’s Child’

May 2, 2025 XS Noize

A feeling of metamorphosis has powered the rise of EMMMA – first discovering who she really was with her debut EP ‘Secondary Character’ and now moving on from a relationship with her recent songs. Channelling introspection […]

Beyonce
Features

Has Beyoncé’s switch to country music worked out?

May 2, 2025 XS Noize

Beyoncé is on a mission to reshape country music; with “Cowboy Carter,” she propels past limitations to break this conservative genre. Beyoncé transitioned to country music with her 2024 album “Cowboy Carter,” a bold reinvention […]

R.E.M.
News

R.E.M. Announces ‘Radio Free Europe 2025’ Benefit EP Supporting Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

May 2, 2025 XS Noize

Four decades after igniting college-radio airwaves and launching R.E.M.’s remarkable career, their 1981 debut single “Radio Free Europe” is broadcasting a new signal. Today, R.E.M. announces Radio Free Europe 2025, a five-track benefit EP led […]

Francis Rossi
News

FRANCIS ROSSI: An Evening of Status Quo Classics and More – Live in Belfast & Derry

May 2, 2025 XS Noize

Having fronted Status Quo as lead singer and lead guitarist for over fifty years, Francis Rossi might be forgiven for sticking to what he knows and keeping life simple. By stepping into a brand new […]

Van Morrison
News

Van Morrison releases new single ‘Cutting Corners’

May 1, 2025 XS Noize

After announcing the June 13th release of his new album ‘Remembering Now’ alongside the official release of ‘Down To Joy’, Van Morrison now releases the follow-up single ‘Cutting Corners’. The song has just been premiered […]

Phildel
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Phildel Returns with Ethereal New Single ‘Wild As Sin’

May 1, 2025 XS Noize

Breathtakingly unique and hypnotic in her musicality, Phildel unveils her ethereal new track ‘Wild As Sin,’ out Friday 2nd May, following her UK tour announcement for September 2025. This fascinating artist has never confined herself […]

Andy Bell
News

ANDY BELL releases new single ‘Lies So Deep’ ahead of May 2025 UK tour & new solo album ‘Ten Crowns’

April 30, 2025 XS Noize

Hot on the heels of his recent single with Debbie Harry, Andy Bell has shared a brand new single, ‘Lies So Deep’, on the eve of his solo tour, which starts this week and continues through May […]

Olly Knights on Turin Brakes’ New Album 'Spacehopper' | XS Noize Podcast #225
Podcast

Turin Brakes’ Olly Knights Discusses New Album ‘Spacehopper’ | XS Noize Podcast #225

April 30, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode 225 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Olly Knights, frontman of the acclaimed South London band Turin Brakes. With seven UK Top 40 singles, six Top 40 albums, […]

The Crystal Teardrop
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Crystal Teardrop – The Crystal Teardrop…Is Forming

April 29, 2025 Sandra Blemster

The Crystal Teardrop may have only been together for two years, but they’ve already carved out a significant following in the psychedelic and underground music scenes. Now, all their creative momentum has crystallised (pun intended) […]

Belfast TradFest
News

Belfast TradFest announces a stellar line-up of headline concerts this July!

April 29, 2025 XS Noize

Belfast TradFest is delighted to open this year’s festival with a spectacular double-bill featuring Dervish, a global phenomenon in traditional music, alongside the ground-breaking ensemble NOTIFY, who will be joined by the Irish Concertina Orchestra, Cormac McCarthy, and the MGCE Concert […]

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