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        • 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 […]

          Peter Gabriel
          News

          Peter Gabriel releases fourth o/i track ‘Till Your Mind Is Shining’ during Pink Full Moon

          April 2, 2026

          The pink full moon, sees the release of Till Your Mind Is Shining the fourth track to be taken from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “To my ears it’s the closest I get to a […]

  • 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

          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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COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March 3
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COCTEAU TWINS: Garlands & Victorialand LP Represses Coming This March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

20th March will see 4AD repress two more albums from Cocteau Twins on vinyl – their 1982 debut Garlands and 1986’s Victorialand. This means that with the exception of The Moon and the Melodies (their […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND play their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th March 2020
Gigs

BRAND NEW FRIEND play their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th March 2020

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Brand New Friend break into 2020 in style with the release of brand new EP: ‘A Cure For Living’ and the announcement of their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Voodoo on Saturday 14th […]

JEFF LYNNE’S ELO adds DHANI HARRISON to 2020 ‘From Out of Nowhere’ UK tour
Gigs

JEFF LYNNE’S ELO adds DHANI HARRISON to 2020 ‘From Out of Nowhere’ UK tour

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Following the announcement of his autumn 2020 European tour, Jeff Lynne has today announced that Dhani Harrison will be joining the European tour in 2020. The highly anticipated ‘From Out of Nowhere’ tour will include […]

DAN CROLL Announces Spring 2020 live dates + shares video for ‘Stay In L.A.’ 2
Gigs

DAN CROLL Announces Spring 2020 live dates + shares video for ‘Stay In L.A.’

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Dan Croll today announces a string of lives dates for Spring 2020, including shows in London, Paris, New York and L.A. Ticket pre-sale available from 10 am today, general on-sale from 10 am Friday 31st […]

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’ - Listen Now
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS release brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’ – Listen Now

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have today released brand new single ‘Blue Moon Rising’, the title track from the forthcoming EP of the same name. Noel says of the single: “How it manages to combine […]

INTERVIEW: Embrace singer Danny McNamara on the 21st anniversary of 'The Good Will Out'
New Music

EMBRACE to reissue early albums on vinyl on 6th March

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

Indie heroes Embrace have announced their first three albums will be reissued on vinyl for the first time since their original release. The titles – The Good Will Out, Drawn From Memory and If You’ve […]

US superstar NELLY announces headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020 1
Gigs

US superstar NELLY announces headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020

January 30, 2020 XS Noize

US superstar Nelly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Saturday 21st March 2020. Nelly hit the world with a bang when he emerged with his debut album ‘Country […]

Sheffield four piece PUREST announce new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label
New Music

Sheffield four piece PUREST announce new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Sheffield four-piece PUREST have announced that they will release a new single on the 25 Hour Convenience Store label on the 21st of February 2020. ‘Give Up’, the follow up to last year’s ‘Forever’ single, […]

LITTLE DRAGON return with their new studio album, 'New Me, Same Us' on 27th March 1
Gigs

LITTLE DRAGON return with their new studio album, ‘New Me, Same Us’ on 27th March

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Little Dragon return with their new studio album, “New Me, Same Us”. Entirely self-produced and recorded at their long-term home-built studio in Gothenburg, it’s the sound of a band going back to basics and falling […]

OCTOBER DRIFT share acoustic video for 'Oh The Silence' 1
Gigs

OCTOBER DRIFT share acoustic video for ‘Oh The Silence’

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

October Drift has shared the acoustic video for their new single, ‘Oh The Silence’, the latest track to be taken from their debut album Forever Whatever, out now via Physical Education Records. Utilising the vibrant […]

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival
Gigs

Sir VAN MORRISON returns to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10th May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival

January 29, 2020 XS Noize

Music legend Sir Van Morrison makes a welcome return to the Millennium Forum on Sunday 10 May as part of The City of Derry Jazz Festival. The multi-award-winning singer, composer and performer will be showcasing […]

BLOSSOMS announce two new album launch shows in Manchester & Liverpool
Gigs

BLOSSOMS reveal video for their new single ‘If You Think This Is Real Life’ – Watch Now

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their new single If You Think This Is Real Life and its accompanying video. The video was directed by Michael Holyk, who has worked with the likes of Jake Bugg and […]

CAMELPHAT Announce their largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square, Friday 28th August
Gigs

CAMELPHAT Announce their largest headline Belfast show at Custom House Square, Friday 28th August

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT show at the infamous Belfast City Centre warehouse venue; The Telegraph Building in 2019, Camelphat return with the duo’s largest headline Belfast show to date at Custom House Square on Friday […]

THE STRANGLERS Announce Final Full UK Tour 2020
Gigs

THE STRANGLERS Announce Final Full UK Tour 2020

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

One of the UK’s most exciting, credible and influential British groups, The Stranglers have announced an extensive full production UK tour in October and November 2020 and have confirmed that this will be the last […]

OUTPUT BELFAST announces evening music showcases 1
Gigs

OUTPUT BELFAST announces evening music showcases

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

The Output Belfast music conference and showcase returns on Thursday 13 February with over 500 people expected to attend a day of seminars, panels and keynote speeches at Belfast’s MAC featuring some of the national […]

Glasgow born singer/songwriter JOESEF announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Sunday 19th April 2020
Gigs

Glasgow born singer/songwriter JOESEF announces a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Sunday 19th April 2020

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

Glasgow born singer/songwriter, Joesef is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Sunday 19th April 2020. His debut EP ‘Play me something nice’ is out now. The elusive, soulful musician comes from […]

US pop-rock band SPARKS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on 26th October 2020
Gigs

US pop-rock band SPARKS announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on 26th October 2020

January 27, 2020 XS Noize

US pop-rock band Sparks are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on 26th October 2020. Sparks – brothers Ron and Russell Mael – have announced the May 15th 2020 release […]

DMA'S announce London fundraiser show
Gigs

DMA’S announce London fundraiser show

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S have today announced Australian Bushfire Relief Benefit show at The University Of London Union on 5th March with all proceeds going to Wildlife Victoria www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/. Tickets for the ULU gig can be bought 9 […]

RYAN MCMULLAN releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’ today - Listen Now
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’ today – Listen Now

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

Today Ryan McMullan releases his new single ‘Ruthless Cupid’, taken from the forthcoming eponymous EP. The Ruthless Cupid EP is an all-out attack on the most famous matchmaker of all time, Cupid. We tend to […]

BADLY DRAWN BOY releases a new single entitled 'Is This A Dream?' - Listen Now
New Music

BADLY DRAWN BOY releases a new single entitled ‘Is This A Dream?’ – Listen Now

January 24, 2020 XS Noize

Badly Drawn Boy, aka Damon Gough, releases a new single entitled ‘Is This A Dream?’ today, through Kobalt Music. Produced and mixed in Stockport last year by Gethin Pearson (Kele Okereke, JAWS) after original production […]

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