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          News

          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 […]

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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 […]

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

Kula Shaker
Gigs

KULA SHAKER announce a UK tour for April/May

January 22, 2024 XS Noize

With their new album ‘NATURAL MAGICK’ imminent release on 2nd February, Kula Shaker is delighted to announce a UK tour for April/May. The tour, which kicks off in Cardiff on 22nd April and runs until […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on Valentine’s Day

January 16, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison announces a one-off show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast, on Valentine’s Day! Get ready for a night of unforgettable melodies from the man himself. Born in 1945, Van heard his Shipyard worker father’s […]

JAMES
Gigs

JAMES announce details of their new album YUMMY & share first single ‘Is This Love’

January 15, 2024 XS Noize

JAMES have announced details of their new album to be released on 12 April via Virgin Music. YUMMY is the band’s 18th studio album and was produced by Leo Abrahams (Brian Eno, Jarvis Cocker, Jon […]

Flogging Molly
Gigs

FLOGGING MOLLY announce headline show at The Limelight, Belfast

January 15, 2024 XS Noize

Flogging Molly is Dave King (lead vocals, acoustic guitar, bodhran), Bridget Regan (violin, tin whistle, vocals), Dennis Casey (guitar, vocals), Matt Hensley (accordion, concertina, vocals), Nathen Maxwell (bass guitar, vocals), Spencer Swain (mandolin, banjo, guitar, […]

jazzy
Gigs

Irish DJ and vocalist JAZZY announces a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday 5th April

January 12, 2024 XS Noize

Continuing her ascent as one of dance music’s most prominent new artists, Irish DJ and vocalist Jazzy has announced a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Friday, 5th April 2024. Following the massive club […]

EMPATHY TEST
Gigs

Electronic pop act EMPATHY TEST announce 10th Anniversary European tour

January 11, 2024 XS Noize

Empathy Test was formed in London a decade ago by childhood friends Isaac Howlett (vocals/songwriting) and Adam Relf (production/composition), subsequently evolving from complete obscurity to become one of the most popular bands in the alternative […]

CHASE & STATUS
Gigs

Electronic duo & drum & bass legends CHASE & STATUS announce Limelight, Belfast DJ show

January 9, 2024 XS Noize

Iconic Electronic duo and drum and bass legends CHASE & STATUS make their long-awaited return to Belfast for their first show in the city in over ten years! Catch them DJ’ing at The Limelight this […]

KORN shares 'Forgotten' from their upcoming studio album 'Requiem' 1
Gigs

KORN announce their biggest UK headline show to date at London’s Gunnersbury Park

January 8, 2024 XS Noize

Alt-metal pioneers KORN have announced they will return to the capital to perform for the first time in seven years, with their biggest UK headline show to date at London’s Gunnersbury Park on Sunday, 11 […]

The Outcasts
Gigs

Good Vibrations Christmas Party this Saturday at The Limelight, Belfast feat: The Outcasts, Terri Hooley & more

December 19, 2023 XS Noize

In early 1977, a band of brothers became just that: a band. Sick of not being allowed into clubs – and getting barred from five in one week – because of how they looked, three […]

Richard Ashcroft
Gigs

RICHARD ASHCROFT announces 2024 outdoor concert for London at Kew The Music

December 18, 2023 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft has been added to the line-up for KEW THE MUSIC 2024, headlining the final show of the series taking place on Sunday, 14th July 2024. ​He joins the previously announced headliners for the […]

the Australian Pink Floyd Show
Gigs

The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on 4th December 2024

December 14, 2023 XS Noize

Selling over 4 million tickets worldwide and described by The Times as “The Gold Standard” and The Daily Mirror as “The Kings of the Genre” ” the Australian Pink Floyd Show will return to Belfast’s […]

Unknown Territories
News

Manchester’s UNKNOWN TERRITORIES announce one-off show in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer

December 14, 2023 XS Noize

Manchester’s Unknown Territories will be playing a one-off show this weekend in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer. The show will feature Tom Hingley from Inspiral Carpets on vocals along with Esther Maylor from Heavy Salad, […]

Editors
Gigs

EDITORS announce a six date UK tour for February and March 2024

December 11, 2023 XS Noize

Editors today announce a six date UK tour for February and March 2024, which will see them play shows in Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, Bath, Birmingham and Southampton. Tickets will be on sale from 10 am […]

CHINA CRISIS
Gigs

CHINA CRISIS play headline show at Limelight, Belfast on Sat 9th December

December 9, 2023 XS Noize

China Crisis emerged in 1981 from their native Kirkby in Liverpool as the songwriting duo of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist/vocalist Eddie Lundon. Over the years, they have been accompanied by a gifted and creative […]

Sepultura
Gigs

SEPULTURA announce headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on 10th November 2024

December 8, 2023 XS Noize

Sepultura has reached the end of the road and has chosen to depart via a conscious and planned death. Throughout the next 18 months, we will celebrate 40 years of existence together with our loyal […]

Paolo Nutini
Gigs

PAOLO NUTINI announces stadium show at Thomond Park, Limerick, on Saturday, 13th July

December 8, 2023 XS Noize

Paolo Nutini has announced his only Irish date in 2024 with a stadium show at Thomond Park, Limerick, on Saturday, 13th July. For the past eight years, Paolo Nutini has been learning how to speak […]

The Killers
Gigs

THE KILLERS add extra show at 3Arena, Dublin due to demand

December 7, 2023 XS Noize

Due to phenomenal demand, The Killers have added an extra date, 12th June 2024, at 3Arena with special guest Travis. Tickets for 12th, 14th, & 15th June go on sale Friday 8th December at 9.30am […]

Jane's Addiction
Gigs

JANE’S ADDICTION announce headline show at The Summer Series at Trinity College, Dublin

December 6, 2023 XS Noize

Legendary US rock band JANE’S ADDICTION today announced a headline show at The Summer Series at Trinity College, Dublin, on Friday, 28th June 2024. Formed back in 1985, JANE’S ADDICTION are a world-renowned, much loved, […]

The Bothy Band
Gigs

THE BOTHY BAND are back! (Playing their first Irish concert since 1979) Live at Waterfront Hall, Belfast

December 5, 2023 XS Noize

After a 40-year hiatus, the most influential Irish trad band of all time are reforming and playing their first Irish concert since 1979 in Belfast’s Waterfront Hall on Sunday, 25th February 2024. This Belfast TradFest […]

noel gallagher
Gigs

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce four huge new summer 2024 live shows

December 4, 2023 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today announce four huge outdoor shows for summer 2024, including Wigan’s Robin Park (Thursday, 18th July), London’s Alexandra Palace Park (Saturday, 20th July), as well as returning to Cardiff Castle […]

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