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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 […]

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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

          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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THE DAMNED return in 2018 with both new material and an extensive UK tour
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THE DAMNED Announce new album ‘Evil Spirits’

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

Formed in 1976 at the forefront of the fledgeling London punk scene, The Damned kick-started the birth of punk as we know it, leaving an influential legacy for generations to come. Their musical journey has […]

DAMIEN DEMPSEY Plays Belfast, Limelight 1 Next Thursday - FEB 1st 2018
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DAMIEN DEMPSEY Plays Belfast, Limelight 1 Next Thursday – FEB 1st 2018

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter DAMIAN DEMPSEY is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 01st February 2018. Described as ‘One of the most thoughtful singer-songwriters his generation’, the troubadour tours in […]

The Limiñanas' to play Rough Trade East instore this week
Gigs

The Limiñanas’ to play Rough Trade East instore this week

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

French psych duo The Limiñanas have released their new album ‘Shadow People’ on Because Music. To celebrate, they have confirmed they’ll be playing an in-store at London’s Rough Trade East on Thursday 25th January. Event […]

FOO FIGHTERS Concrete and Gold North American Tour 2018 Expanded by Popular Demand
Gigs

FOO FIGHTERS Concrete and Gold North American Tour 2018 Expanded by Popular Demand

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

Foo Fighters’ Concrete and Gold Tour has added seven new headline dates to its North American itinerary. The North American leg of the tour supporting the international #1 album Concrete and Gold (Roswell Records/RCA Records) […]

THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS' share brilliant new video displaying the dangers of pharmaceuticals
Gigs

THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS’ share brilliant new video displaying the dangers of pharmaceuticals

January 22, 2018 XS Noize

Why is the world in love again? US alt-rock legends They Might Be Giants released their 20th studio album ‘I Like Fun’ on Friday to huge acclaim from the likes of BBC 6 Music, MOJO, […]

US rock outfit BLACK STONE CHERRY announce a return to Belfast at The Limelight 1
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US rock outfit BLACK STONE CHERRY announce a return to Belfast at The Limelight 1

January 22, 2018 XS Noize

US rock outfit Black Stone Cherry are pleased to announce a return to Belfast at The Limelight 1 on Thursday 07th June 2018. The rock four piece has released five studio albums to date and […]

AVENGED SEVENFOLD to Play The SSE Arena, Belfast: Wednesday 6th June 2018
Gigs

AVENGED SEVENFOLD to Play The SSE Arena, Belfast: Wednesday 6th June 2018

January 22, 2018 XS Noize

When talking about Avenged Sevenfold impressive statistics always get a mention. These include a string of best-selling albums, among them two consecutive No. 1’s on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums Chart along with Diamond, Platinum and […]

EDITORS unveil new single 'Magazine', taken forthcoming album 'Violence' - Listen Now! 1
Gigs

EDITORS Announce exclusive album first listen competition

January 22, 2018 XS Noize

Editors fans from across Europe will be given a unique chance to listen and share their reactions to the new album ‘Violence’. Through an exclusive online competition launched today, 6 lucky fans (each with a […]

ERASURE - Announce 'World Beyond' a new album with Echo Collective 1
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ERASURE – Announce ‘World Beyond’ a new album with Echo Collective

January 19, 2018 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced a collaboration with Echo Collective, the Brussels based collective of post-classical musicians best known for their ongoing collaborative work with A Winged Victory for the Sullen, Johann […]

Legendary Hip-Hop Group, RUN DMC Announce Rare One-Off London Concert
Gigs

Legendary Hip-Hop Group, RUN DMC Announce Rare One-Off London Concert

January 19, 2018 XS Noize

US legendary hip-hop group, Run DMC is set to return to the UK stage for the first time in three years for a rare one night only exclusive show on Thursday 5th July 2018 at […]

DEF LEPPARD Announced for 2nd December 2018 in The SSE Arena, Belfast
Gigs

DEF LEPPARD Announced for 2nd December 2018 in The SSE Arena, Belfast

January 19, 2018 XS Noize

DEF LEPPARD Announces UK & EIRE headline tour playing the seminal “HYSTERIA” album in full + other songs from their catalogue throughout December 2018 On 19th January 2018 around the world, legendary British rock icons […]

MGMT Announce Feb 9th Release Date for 'Little Dark Age'
Gigs

MGMT Announce Feb 9th Release Date for ‘Little Dark Age’

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

MGMT is proud to announce the release of their fourth album, Little Dark Age, out this February 9th via Columbia Records. The band has released a behind-the-scenes video chronicling the making of Little Dark Age […]

Broken Fingaz Crew Create Animated Video for U2’s "Get Out Of Your Own Way"
Videos

Broken Fingaz Crew Create Animated Video for U2’s “Get Out Of Your Own Way”

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

Broken Fingaz Crew, the fearless Israeli graffiti collective whose provocative, groundbreaking and often disturbing fluorescent sketches were among the first street art in their native Haifa, have directed U2’s new video for “Get Out Of […]

DREAM WIFE - Share New Single 'Hey Heartbreaker'
The Listening Post

DREAM WIFE – Share New Single ‘Hey Heartbreaker’

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

DREAM WIFE is gearing up for the release of their long-awaited self-titled debut album, which will be released later this month on January 26th through Lucky Number. Today, they share new single ‘Hey Heartbreaker’ alongside […]

FIELD MUSIC Share New Single "TIME IN JOY"- Listen Now!
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Field Music – ‘Time In Joy’ – Listen Now!

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

Field Music, helmed by Sunderland siblings Peter and David Brewis, recently announced details of their sixth album Open Here (released 2nd February 2018 on Memphis Industries). Today its lead single “Time In Joy” is our […]

LEVELLERS reveal brand new video for 'McGee' - Watch Now!
Videos

LEVELLERS reveal brand new video for ‘McGee’ – Watch Now!

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

Levellers have today revealed the video for their latest single ‘McGee’, which was filmed at Abbey Road Studios while the band were recording their upcoming album ‘We The Collective’, out on March 9th. The second […]

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

EMBRACE Release New Single ‘NEVER’, from New Album ‘LOVE IS A BASIC NEED’ – Listen Now!

January 18, 2018 XS Noize

Embrace have announced new single Never, which follows recent releases The Finish Line and Wake Up Call, all taken from their forthcoming new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED to be released on 2nd March […]

EELS Announce new album, single and tour dates
Gigs

EELS Announce new album, single and tour dates

January 17, 2018 XS Noize

After a four year wait, EELS have today announced their highly-anticipated new album The Deconstruction, out April 6th on E Works/[PIAS]. In celebration, the band have unveiled the title track alongside UK headline shows in […]

Oh Yeah Music Centre presents... An Independent Venue Week Special 1
Gigs

Oh Yeah Music Centre presents… An Independent Venue Week Special

January 17, 2018 XS Noize

Independent Venue Week is a series of gigs running from 29th January – 4th February. It is an annual celebration of the venues that are the backbone of the live music scene and aims to […]

TWISTED WHEEL Return with the Snakes & Ladders Spring 2018 Tour
Gigs

TWISTED WHEEL Return with the Snakes & Ladders Spring 2018 Tour

January 16, 2018 XS Noize

As some of you may have already heard, Twisted Wheel is back and as always, it’s with a bang! For Twisted Wheel, Snakes and Ladders is not just a board game, it’s a CV. Born […]

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