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        • U2
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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.

PLACEBO share new single 'Happy Birthday In The Sky' from new album 'Never Let Me Go' - out March 25th 1
Gigs

PLACEBO share new single ‘Happy Birthday In The Sky’ from new album ‘Never Let Me Go’ – out March 25th

March 4, 2022 XS Noize

Placebo are today sharing a brand-new single, ‘Happy Birthday In The Sky’. It is the final single that will be released ahead of the band’s highly-anticipated new album Never Let Me Go, which is due […]

Ryan McMullan joins Beoga to ‘Reawaken’ Navan Fort For One Night Only 1
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Ryan McMullan joins Beoga to ‘Reawaken’ Navan Fort For One Night Only

March 3, 2022 XS Noize

International singing sensation Ryan McMullan joins legendary trad band Beogo at Armagh’s mystical Navan Centre & Fort on Friday 1 April, supported by local star Dani Larkin. They will be taking the stage by storm […]

PIXIES share new video for single 'Human Crime' ahead of BBC 6 Music Festival
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PIXIES share new video for single ‘Human Crime’ ahead of BBC 6 Music Festival

March 2, 2022 XS Noize

Pixies – Black Francis, Joey Santiago, David Lovering, and Paz Lenchantin – today announce ‘Human Crime’, a brand new digital-exclusive single and music video – and their first new release since September 2020 – both […]

LIAM GALLAGHER shares the new video for 'Everything's Electric' - Watch Now
Gigs

LIAM GALLAGHER shares the new video for ‘Everything’s Electric’ – Watch Now

March 2, 2022 XS Noize

‘Everything’s Electric’ is proving to be another biblical moment for Liam Gallagher as the May 27th release of his third solo studio album ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’ approaches. The track immediately ignited attention upon launch with […]

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN announce their 9th album 'A Bit Of Previous' - Watch the video for the first single ‘Unnecessary Drama’ 1
Gigs

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN announce their 9th album ‘A Bit Of Previous’ – Watch the video for the first single ‘Unnecessary Drama’

March 2, 2022 XS Noize

Belle and Sebastian have announced their 9th album and first studio full-length in 7 years, A Bit Of Previous, released May 6th on Matador. Watch the video for the first single ‘Unnecessary Drama’ below. “The […]

GAVIN JAMES announces two Northern Irish shows to coincide with release of his upcoming 3rd studio album
Gigs

GAVIN JAMES announces two Northern Irish shows to coincide with release of his upcoming 3rd studio album

March 2, 2022 XS Noize

Gavin James, whose songcraft has been the key to unlocking 1.5 billion streams, 6 million monthly listeners at Spotify, and 32 Platinum and Gold records across the globe, has just announced two Northern Irish shows […]

STIFF LITTLE FINGERS announce headline show at Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 20th August 2022
Gigs

STIFF LITTLE FINGERS announce headline show at Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 20th August 2022

March 1, 2022 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2019, Legendary NI Punks STIFF LITTLE FINGERS are back! at Custom House Square in Belfast on Saturday 20th August 2022 alongside an all-star line-up of special […]

PAPA ROACH announce new album 'Ego Trip' - Hear new track 'Cut The Line'
Gigs

PAPA ROACH announce new album ‘Ego Trip’ – Hear new track ‘Cut The Line’

March 1, 2022 XS Noize

After months of teasing and multiple single releases, Papa Roach has officially announced EGO TRIP will be released April 8th, 2022 via New Noize Records in partnership with ADA Worldwide (WMG’s independent label and artist […]

EMF share new single 'Sister Sandinista' from 'GO GO SAPIENS' their first album of all-new material since 1995
Gigs

EMF share new single ‘Sister Sandinista’ from ‘GO GO SAPIENS’ their first album of all-new material since 1995

March 1, 2022 XS Noize

EMF, the band responsible for the chart-topping smash hit “Unbelievable,” are back with their first album of all-new material since 1995. GO GO SAPIENS is the album fans have been patiently waiting for and begins […]

JANET DEVLIN announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 9th September 2022
Gigs

JANET DEVLIN announces headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 9th September 2022

March 1, 2022 XS Noize

Irish singer-songwriter Janet Devlin is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Friday 9th September 2022. Janet released her new EP ‘It’s not that deep’ in 2021 as a follow-up to […]

VILLAGERS unveil video for new track 'So Simpatico' - Watch Now!
Gigs

Open House Festival announce VILLAGERS headline show at Bangor Castle Walled Garden, Friday 19th August

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Open House Festival is returning to Bangor Castle Walled Garden this year from 10th – 29th August. The format will be similar to last year with 20 nights of music, comedy, film & spoken word […]

CALVIN HARRIS returns to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022 1
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CALVIN HARRIS returns to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Calvin Harris announces he will be making his long-awaited return to Belfast with a huge headline show at Belsonic in Ormeau Park on Saturday 18th June 2022. After selling out Tennent’s Vital in 2015 […]

WET LEG release new single 'Angelica' & announce further UK instore gigs
Gigs

WET LEG release new single ‘Angelica’ & announce further UK instore gigs

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

With the release of Wet Leg’s self-titled debut album now just over a month away (due April 8th), the Isle of Wight duo (Rhian Teasdale & Hester Chambers) are pleased to unveil their new single, […]

Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, STEVE VAI announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022
Gigs

Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, STEVE VAI announces headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Virtuoso guitarist, composer and producer, Steve Vai is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight on Saturday 11th June 2022 as part of the Inviolate World Tour. He’ll be on the road […]

STEREOPHONICS release new track 'Right Place Right Time' today - taken from new album 'OOCHYA!' 1
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS release new track ‘Right Place Right Time’ today – taken from new album ‘OOCHYA!’

February 28, 2022 XS Noize

Stereophonics today return with a new track ‘Right Place Right Time’ ahead of the release of their new album ‘Oochya!’, out this Friday 4th March via Stylus Records through Ignition Records Ltd.  The track’s heart-warming […]

THE SHIRES share a performance video for new single 'Wild Hearts' - Watch Now
Gigs

THE SHIRES share a performance video for new single ‘Wild Hearts’ – Watch Now

February 26, 2022 XS Noize

The Shires launched their upcoming album ‘10 Year Plan’ in a way that was fitting for their status as the UK’s biggest country music export. Its lead single ‘I See Stars’ was premiered on Zoe […]

THE BOO RADLEYS release 'Alone Together' from forthcoming album 'Keep On With Falling' 1
Gigs

THE BOO RADLEYS release ‘Alone Together’ from forthcoming album ‘Keep On With Falling’

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

With the clock ticking down to the release of their first album in almost a quarter of a century, The Boo Radleys flick to the last page of their new chapter by releasing their long-awaited, […]

BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single 'Ode To NYC' - Watch Now
Gigs

BLOSSOMS reveal the video for their brand-new single ‘Ode To NYC’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single Ode To NYC and its accompanying video, directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ Creative Director, who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino and AM albums. […]

Belfast duo DEA MATRONA release the video for new single 'Glory, Glory (I am free)' - Watch Now
Gigs

Belfast duo DEA MATRONA release the video for new single ‘Glory, Glory (I am free)’ – Watch Now

February 25, 2022 XS Noize

One of Ireland’s finest new bands, Belfast duo Dea Matrona, meaning “divine mother goddess” in Celtic mythology, have shared their brand new single and video ‘Glory, Glory ( I am free )’ today. Produced by […]

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE duo announce acoustic UK tour
Gigs

OCEAN COLOUR SCENE duo announce acoustic UK tour

February 23, 2022 XS Noize

Ocean Colour Scene singer Simon Fowler and drummer Oscar Harrison have announced an extensive acoustic tour for Spring 2022. Billed as An Evening With Simon and Oscar of Ocean Colour Scene, the 25-date UK tour […]

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