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          U2 unveil new 6-track ‘Easter Lily’ EP

          April 3, 2026

          Island Records today announce the release of ‘U2 – Easter Lily’ EP, a new standalone 6-track EP from U2.  With recording sessions for a new studio album ongoing, ‘Easter Lily’ EP comes as a second, separate, […]

          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 […]

          Kasabian
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          Kasabian unveil ‘Great Pretender’ and announce new album ‘Act III’

          April 2, 2026

          After kicking off 2026 by collaborating with Calvin Harris on the dance floor banger ‘Release The Pressure,’ Kasabian have unleashed their explosive new track, ‘Great Pretender’. The track is the second to be taken from […]

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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: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

          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 […]

        • 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 […]

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        • 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
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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 […]

  • Interviews
        • 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. […]

          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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        • The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

          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 […]

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The latest Gig News from bands / artists from all genres, where they are playing worldwide.

DOVES announce new album 'The Universal Want' - Hear first single 'Prisoners' now! 1
Gigs

DOVES Announce 13 date UK tour in 2021 & share The Comet Is Coming Remix of Carousels

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Doves are going on tour! An emotional homecoming at Manchester’s O2 Apollo, a return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton and a night at Glasgow’s Barrowland Ballroom feature in the 13-date jaunt, with the band hitting […]

ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’ 2
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ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Another Sky have released ‘All Ends’, taken from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’, due for release on 7th August via Fiction Records. Vocalist and lyricist Catrin Vincent had to say on […]

FONTAINES D.C. Announce first ever performance of new album 'A Hero's Death' in full
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FONTAINES D.C. Announce first ever performance of new album ‘A Hero’s Death’ in full

July 21, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Fontaines D.C. are announcing a very special album release show in support of their highly anticipated new offering A Hero’s Death. Filmed by Collective Dublin and captured within 2FM Radio’s studio in Montrose, Dublin – […]

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’, […]

SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces 'Kitchen Disco Tour' and new album 'Songs From The Kitchen Disco'
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SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR announces ‘Kitchen Disco Tour’ and new album ‘Songs From The Kitchen Disco’

July 15, 2020 XS Noize

Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s Instagram Live Kitchen Disco’s during the Covid-19 lockdown were a means of virtual escapism for many and became weekly moments of united sequined catharsis for the hundreds of thousands tuning in. Now as […]

REEF featuring Andy Taylor announce UK Drive-In Tour 1
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REEF featuring Andy Taylor announce UK Drive-In Tour

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Utilita Live from the Drive-In are thrilled to announce the addition of REEF featuring Andy Taylor (Duran Duran/The Power Station) to play a special Drive-In tour this August and September. Reef frontman Gary Stringer says, […]

FONTAINES D.C. announce UK tour dates for May 2021
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FONTAINES D.C. announce UK tour dates for May 2021

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Fontaines D.C. have announced new UK tour dates for May 2021. The new dates will also include the band’s biggest headline UK show to date at London’s Alexandra Palace. Dates are as follows: 7th May […]

BLACK GRAPE reschedules ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…. Yeah’ 25th anniversary tour for March 2021 1
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BLACK GRAPE reschedules ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…. Yeah’ 25th anniversary tour for March 2021

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester legends Black Grape have rescheduled their seven dates. The tour scheduled for October 2020 will now take place in March 2021 with a Newcastle show added to the run. Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of […]

Irish folk band BEOGA announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday, April 17th 2021
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Irish folk band BEOGA announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday, April 17th 2021

May 26, 2020 XS Noize

Irish folk band Beoga are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday, April 17th 2021. Following on from the release of their highly coveted singles ‘Make A Mark’ (featuring […]

COLIN GEDDIS returns to The SSE Arena Belfast with his brand new show ‘Unbelievable’
Gigs

COLIN GEDDIS returns to The SSE Arena Belfast with his brand new show ‘Unbelievable’

May 26, 2020 XS Noize

After two sellout shows in January 2020, Colin Geddis returns to The SSE Arena Belfast with his brand new show ‘Unbelievable’. In the last ten years, Colin Geddis has dominated northern Irish comedy, selling out […]

QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA, the official Queen tribute band returns to Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 1st April 2021 1
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QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA, the official Queen tribute band returns to Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 1st April 2021

May 20, 2020 XS Noize

Queen Extravaganza, the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, returns to Belfast in 2021 following their sell-out shows across the globe. Queen Extravaganza will be celebrating 50 years of Queen […]

LAURA MARLING Announces Live Streamed Ticketed Show For June
Gigs

LAURA MARLING Announces Live Streamed Ticketed Show For June

May 14, 2020 XS Noize

Laura Marling is excited to share details of a live-streamed ticketed show at London’s Union Chapel next month. The performance will geo-blocked and beamed live to fans in the UK and Europe. The British musician […]

PADDY RAFF - ‘Me, Myself & Nigel’ announces fourth Belfast date at the SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 20th March 2021 1
Gigs

PADDY RAFF – ‘Me, Myself & Nigel’ announces fourth Belfast date at the SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 20th March 2021

May 13, 2020 XS Noize

Due to unprecedented demand, with his 3rd SSE date selling out in just 3 days, Paddy Raff has just announced a 4th night at the SSE Arena, Belfast. Tickets for ‘Me, Myself & Nigel’ on […]

PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION: LIVE - to stream live on Youtube MAY 14-17 & Live album to be released digitally on May 15th 1
Gigs

PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION: LIVE – to stream live on Youtube MAY 14-17 & Live album to be released digitally on May 15th

May 12, 2020 XS Noize

The Prince Estate, in partnership with YouTube, will host a three-day streaming event of  PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION: LIVE, a historic concert captured at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, NY on March 30, 1985. Prince and […]

JOOLS HOLLAND with his RHYTHM AND BLUES ORCHESTRA to play Belfast Waterfront Hall on Thursday 22nd October 2020
News

JOOLS HOLLAND confirms Eddi Reader & Chris Difford with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Waterfront Hall 22nd October and 3Arena 23rd October 2020

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Jools Holland has confirmed Eddi Reader and Squeeze vocalist Chris Difford as special guests along with his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Waterfront Hall 22nd October and 3Arena 23rd October 2020. The multi-award-winning Eddi […]

Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight 1
Gigs

Ryan McMullan, JC Stewart, Duke Special, Cormac Neeson, Amy Montgomery and Matt McGinn to raise money for charity with special online gig Tonight

May 8, 2020 XS Noize

Mencap Northern Ireland Ambassador Cormac Neeson is teaming up with musicians from across Northern Ireland to raise money for charity with a special online gig. With venues shutting their doors due to COVID-19 and charities […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces a second Waterfront Hall show on Sunday 21st March 2021
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RYAN MCMULLAN announces a second Waterfront Hall show on Sunday 21st March 2021

May 7, 2020 XS Noize

Following selling out his March 19th Waterfront Hall show, Ryan McMullan announces a second show on Sunday 21st March 2021 due to phenomenal demand. The Ruthless Cupid EP is an all-out attack on the most […]

SNOOP DOGG announces rescheduled UK and Ireland arena headline tour for February 2021
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SNOOP DOGG announces rescheduled UK and Ireland arena headline tour for February 2021

May 4, 2020 XS Noize

Snoop Dogg has announced rescheduled dates due to the global Covid-19 restrictions for his ‘I Wanna Thank Me’ UK and Ireland arena headline tour for February 2021. The forthcoming tour sees the West Coast rap […]

THE DEARS share new single “I Know What You’re Thinking And It’s Awful"
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THE DEARS share new single “I Know What You’re Thinking And It’s Awful”

April 30, 2020 XS Noize

Montréal quintet The Dears, led by husband & wife duo Murray Lightburn and Natalia Yanchak, have released “I Know What You’re Thinking And It’s Awful,” the third single from their upcoming album Lovers Rock which […]

CORMAC NEESON announces Belfast headline show at The Duncairn on Sat 28th November 2020
Gigs

CORMAC NEESON announces Belfast headline show at The Duncairn on Sat 28th November 2020

April 30, 2020 XS Noize

Cormac Neeson, the lead singer of The Answer, will embark on a 14 date UK & Ireland headline White Feather tour during November 2020, including a Belfast show at The Duncairn. Neeson will perform his […]

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