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

FUTURE ISLANDS Unveil 'Beauty Of The Road' official video - Watch Now!
Gigs

FUTURE ISLANDS Unveil ‘Beauty Of The Road’ official video – Watch Now!

December 15, 2017 XS Noize

This year, Future Islands will have played an astonishing 117 shows in support of their latest album, The Far Field. The Baltimore-based trio performed in front of the biggest audiences of their 11-year career, topping […]

GARETH DUNLOP - To release debut album "No.79" August 11th + Live dates
News

GARETH DUNLOP To Play his Biggest Belfast Headline Show

December 13, 2017 XS Noize

Belfast native, Gareth Dunlop, has spent the last few years travelling between sister cities Belfast and Nashville (TN). The poetic vulnerability in his songs and distinctive, soulful voice has led to Gareth’s music being featured […]

TRICKY Shares Music Video for ‘NEW STOLE’ (FEAT. FRANCESCA BELMONTE) Ahead of Sold Out London Show
Gigs

TRICKY Shares Music Video for ‘NEW STOLE’ (FEAT. FRANCESCA BELMONTE) Ahead of Sold Out London Show

December 13, 2017 XS Noize

Ahead of Tricky’s sold out show at London’s Islington Assembly Hall tonight (13th Dec), he presents the video for album favourite ‘New Stole’, featuring vocals from Francesca Belmonte. The track, a newly moulded revision of […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN - Announce Newcastle and Cardiff Shows for 2018
Gigs

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN – Announce Newcastle and Cardiff Shows for 2018

December 13, 2017 XS Noize

The unbridled, youthful joy of a Catfish and the Bottlemen live show will drift on the summer breeze over two UK port cities in summer 2018 as the incendiary four-piece announce a brace of open-air […]

PAUL DRAPER - Includes BELFAST in massive new UK tour
Gigs

PAUL DRAPER Announces Limited Signed Vinyl Live Album

December 13, 2017 XS Noize

Paul Draper has announced details of a very limited signed vinyl live album which captures Paul’s triumphant headline show at the Scala from 23rd September 2017. The gig was part of a sell-out solo tour, […]

TURIN BRAKES - Unveil Video for New Single 'Wait' - Watch Now!
Gigs

TURIN BRAKES – Unveil Video for New Single ‘Wait’ – Watch Now!

December 12, 2017 XS Noize

Turin Brakes brand new single entitled ‘Wait’ is out now. The delightful, twisty, handclap-driven track is the first single to be taken from the band’s forthcoming album ‘Invisible Storm’ which will be their 8th studio […]

KODALINE Announce Open Air Concert at Malahide Castle
Gigs

KODALINE Announce Open Air Concert at Malahide Castle

December 12, 2017 XS Noize

Kodaline have today announced a headline show at Malahide Castle on Friday 8th June, subject to licence. Special guests to be announced. Tickets from €49.90 including booking fee go on sale this Friday 15 December […]

U2: Hit #1 on U.S. Chart + Unveil Trailer for 'Get Out Of Your Own Way'
Gigs

U2: Hit #1 on U.S. Chart + Unveil Trailer for ‘Get Out Of Your Own Way’

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

U2’s 14th studio album, Songs of Experience (Interscope), has now become the band’s eighth album to hit #1 on the Billboard 200, making U2 the sole group to score #1 albums across four decades: The […]

Brand New Friend Announce Headline Show at The Black Box Sat 28th April 2018
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Brand New Friend Announce Headline Show at The Black Box Sat 28th April 2018

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT show at The Duke of York, Belfast, the exhilarating indie pop brother-and-sister-fronted foursome from Castlerock, Northern Ireland, Brand New Friend is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Black […]

THE DAMNED Announce extra Koko London show for 2018's Evil Spirit Tour
Gigs

THE DAMNED Announce extra Koko London show for 2018’s Evil Spirit Tour

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Over forty years since their initial explosion across the fledgeling London punk scene, and some ten years since the release of their last studio recordings, British punk legends The Damned are set to return in […]

LITTLE HOURS Announce Headline Show @ Belfast, Limelight
Gigs

LITTLE HOURS Announce Headline Show @ Belfast, Limelight

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Donegal duo Little Hours have announced a Belfast headline show at the Limelight 2 on Friday April 27th 2018. Little Hours keep things cooking with the release of their new video for “Later On”, taken […]

Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018
Gigs

Irish three-piece, The Script to play Belsonic 2018

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Following a SOLD OUT UK Arena Tour and a number one album in 2017, Belsonic in association with Magners are proud to announce a Belfast concert for the Irish three-piece, The Script at Belsonic 2018. […]

BILLY IDOL Announces UK and EUROPEAN TOUR
Gigs

BILLY IDOL Announces UK and EUROPEAN TOUR

December 11, 2017 XS Noize

Rock icon BILLY IDOL will bring his Live! 2018 Tour to the United Kingdom and across Europe. The earliest date to be announced is a 20th June show in Manchester with more dates to be […]

HUDSON TAYLOR Announce Headline Belfast Show on Tuesday 27th March 2018
Gigs

HUDSON TAYLOR Announce Headline Belfast Show on Tuesday 27th March 2018

December 8, 2017 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Belfast show at The Oh Yeah Centre in November 2017, the Dublin duo Hudson Taylor are delighted to announce a headline show at Elmwood Hall, Belfast on Tuesday 27th March 2018. […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS release new single 'International Blue' - Listen Now!
Gigs

MANIC STREET PREACHERS release new single ‘International Blue’ – Listen Now!

December 8, 2017 XS Noize

‘International Blue’ is the first new release from MANIC STREET PREACHERS in four years and is available from today (8th December 2017). It is taken from the band’s 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’ out […]

REWS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar Sat 24th March 2018
Gigs

REWS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar Sat 24th March 2018

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

London/Belfast based high-energy alternative rock duo Rews are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Saturday 24th March 2018. Consisting of songstress Shauna Tohill and vocalising beat-rocker Collette Williams, together, […]

AWOLNATION release video for 'Seven Sticks Of Dynamite'
News

AWOLNATION release video for ‘Seven Sticks Of Dynamite’

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

Multi-platinum band AWOLNATION have shared the official music video for the track ‘Seven Sticks Of Dynamite’, which is taken from the band’s third studio album Here Come The Runts out February 2nd, 2018 via Red […]

THE BLUETONES - Make welcome live return
Gigs

THE BLUETONES Announce 2018 nationwide tour

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

The Bluetones make a welcome return to the live forum with a nationwide tour that starts on 2nd May 2018 at Portsmouth’s Wedgewood Rooms and culminates on 20th May at the Epic Studios in Norwich. […]

GARY NUMAN - Announces new album SAVAGE and unveils new single
Gigs

GARY NUMAN releases new video & announces March UK Tour

December 7, 2017 XS Noize

Gary Numan has today released a video for new single ‘End Of Things’ from current album ‘Savage: Songs From A Broken World’. He has also announced a string of UK dates in March 2018, full […]

TUNE-YARDS Announce UK & European Tour
Gigs

Check out the video for TUNE-YARDS new song ‘ABC 123’

December 6, 2017 XS Noize

Tune-Yards have released a new song, ‘ABC 123′, from the forthcoming album, I can feel you creep into my private life. Bandleader Merrill Garbus’ politically-infused lyrics set a foreboding scene, as she laments, “California’s burning […]

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