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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
          News

          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 […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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

          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 […]

          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 […]

        • 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
        • 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
        • 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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ZOLA JESUS shares new single "Bound" & announces new B-sides & remixes album
New Music

ZOLA JESUS shares new single “Bound” & announces new B-sides & remixes album

February 22, 2018 XS Noize

Singer, songwriter, and record producer Zola Jesus has announced a new album of previously unheard tracks and remixes titled Okovi: Additions, due out April 6th, which is an experiential interpretation of her 2017 critically acclaimed […]

PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) ANNOUNCE SUMMER 2016 UK / EUROPEAN TOUR
Gigs

PUBLIC IMAGE LTD Celebrates their 40th anniversary with Summer 2018 Tour

February 22, 2018 XS Noize

To celebrate their 40th Anniversary, John Lydon’s Public Image Ltd (PiL) are pleased to announce The Public Image is Rotten: UK/Europe + Japan Tour, kicking off in Bristol on 30th May (see below for all […]

IMAGINE DRAGONS release new single 'NEXT TO ME' ahead of UK tour
Gigs

IMAGINE DRAGONS release new single ‘NEXT TO ME’ ahead of UK tour

February 22, 2018 XS Noize

Today multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning band Imagine Dragons release a brand new single entitled “Next To Me” via KIDinaKORNER / Polydor Records, and also reveal summer US dates for their Evolve Tour. “Next To Me,” produced […]

EELS Announce new album, single and tour dates
Gigs

EELS share the official music video for ‘Today Is The Day’- Watch Now!

February 21, 2018 XS Noize

EELS have today unveiled the official video to new track ‘Today Is The Day’, taken from the highly-anticipated new album The Deconstruction, out April 6th on E Works/[PIAS] and to be released digitally, on CD, […]

DMA'S share video for single 'In The Air' + announce album 2 'For Now' 1
Gigs

DMA’S announce UK Tour for April & May

February 21, 2018 XS Noize

Sydney trio DMA’S have today announced a UK Headline tour for May/April 2018, including dates at the Manchester Academy, 02 Forum Kentish Town & Barrowland, Glasgow (see full tour dates below). You can buy pre-sale […]

First Reaction: Radiohead - A Moon Shaped Pool
Gigs

RADIOHEAD has confirmed a summer 2018 North American tour.

February 20, 2018 XS Noize

Radiohead has confirmed a summer 2018 North American tour. The newly announced dates begin July 7 in Chicago and conclude August 1 in Philadelphia. The new U.S. and Canada shows to extend the world tour […]

THE BOXER REBELLION speak out on mental health and share ‘Love Yourself’ video for CALM
Gigs

THE BOXER REBELLION Reveal fragile, heartfelt new video ‘Here I Am’ ahead of UK tour

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

London quartet The Boxer Rebellion have today revealed ‘Here I Am’; the second single from their new album Ghost Alive which is due for release on 23rd March via the band’s own label, Absentee Records. […]

Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS announce headline Belfast show @ the Duke Of York 2
Gigs

Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS announce headline Belfast show @ the Duke Of York

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS have announced a headline Belfast show at the Duke Of York on Saturday March 31st 2018. TOUTS released their highly-anticipated second EP LIT, on 10 November 2017 via Hometown […]

HAIM announce U.K. & European headline tour
Gigs

HAIM announce U.K. & European headline tour

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

Following their win for Best International Band at Wednesday’s NME Awards and nomination for Best International Group at next week’s BRITs, Los Angeles trio HAIM are set to return to Europe for a highly anticipated […]

GEORGE EZRA announces return to Belfast with headline show at CHSq in August
Gigs

GEORGE EZRA announces return to Belfast with headline show at CHSq in August

February 19, 2018 XS Noize

English singer~songwriter sensation George Ezra is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at CHSq on Friday, August 10th 2018. George recently announced his highly anticipated sophomore album Staying At Tamara […]

THE KILLERS - unveil the video for their dazzling new single,"The Man" - Watch Now!
Gigs

THE KILLERS announce open-air concert at Dublin’s RDS Arena on 26 June with FRANZ FERDINAND

February 16, 2018 XS Noize

The Killers have announced an open-air concert at RDS Arena on 26 June. Special guests are Franz Ferdinand. Tickets from €69.50 including booking fees go on sale Friday 23 February at 9am. The Killers sold […]

SEAN McGOWAN - Announces 'Son Of The Smith' album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates
New Music

SEAN McGOWAN – Announces ‘Son Of The Smith’ album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Seán McGowan is excited to announce the release of his debut album, Son of the Smith, through Xtra Mile Recordings on 11 May 2018. The first single taken from the album is ‘Off the Rails’, out […]

THE LOVELY EGGS share video for "Wiggy Giggy" + Announce May Tour Dates
Gigs

THE LOVELY EGGS share video for “Wiggy Giggy” + Announce May Tour Dates

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Currently in the middle of their sold-out UK tour supported by Phill Jupitus as Porky The Poet and Mr Ben and The Bens, The Lovely Eggs reveal the mind-melting new video for their new single […]

COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album - Tell Me How You Really Feel
Gigs

COURTNEY BARNETT Announces New Album – Tell Me How You Really Feel

February 15, 2018 XS Noize

Earlier this week, Courtney Barnett teased fans with this video , which was then followed by mysterious billboards popping up in major cities around the world. Next indie record stores worldwide unexpectedly received vinyl copies […]

DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour
Gigs

DODGY announced as opening act for the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Seminal Britrock power-pop trio Dodgy have been announced as the opening act on the Britrock Must Be Destroyed tour in May. With 12 Top 40 singles and over a million sales worldwide, Dodgy produced some […]

EMBRACE Release New Single 'NEVER', from New Album 'LOVE IS A BASIC NEED' - Listen Now!
News

EMBRACE release album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

Embrace have released album title track LOVE IS A BASIC NEED today, on Valentine’s Day, which follows recent releases The Finish Line, Wake Up Call and Never, all taken from their forthcoming new album LOVE […]

UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1
Gigs

UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS announce headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 1

February 14, 2018 XS Noize

UK Ska legends BAD MANNERS have announced a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Saturday, June 16th, 2018. Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel, the man famous for his shiny bald head and giant personality, […]

Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday May 04th
Gigs

Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday May 04th

February 12, 2018 XS Noize

Ireland’s Number 1 podcast BLINDBOY is coming to Belfast’s Limelight 1 on Friday, May 04th 2018. Hosted by Blindboy, of the Rubberbandits prepare for a night of comedy, storytelling, music and the unexpected. Celebrating its […]

NILE RODGERS & CHIC + SOUL II SOUL announced for open-air summer party at Belsonic in June
News

NILE RODGERS & CHIC + SOUL II SOUL announced for open-air summer party at Belsonic in June

February 12, 2018 XS Noize

Belsonic in association with Magners have announced that Nile Rodgers will bring his legendary band CHIC to Belfast for an open-air summer party at Belsonic on Friday 15 June 2018. The iconic funk band will […]

THE FRATELLIS Share Video For New Single 'Stand Up Tragedy' - Watch Now!
Gigs

THE FRATELLIS release new single ‘Starcrossed Losers’ – Listen Now!

February 9, 2018 XS Noize

The Fratellis are back with another little taster from their upcoming fifth studio album In Your Own Sweet Time, released by Cooking Vinyl 16th March. Starcrossed Losers is a raucous Romeo & Juliet riff that […]

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