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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
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          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 […]

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          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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DEPECHE MODE announce the release of the new documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest 2
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DEPECHE MODE announce the release of the new documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

Depeche Mode, along with Trafalgar Releasing, Sony Music Entertainment and BBH Entertainment, are excited to announce the upcoming release of the new feature-length documentary and concert film, SPIRITS in the Forest, coming to cinemas worldwide […]

ELBOW - Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020
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ELBOW – Announce Extensive Tour Across the UK for March and April of 2020

September 20, 2019 XS Noize

elbow, who release their eighth studio album, ‘Giants of All Sizes’, on October 11th have announced an extensive tour across the UK for March and April of 2020. The tour is elbow’s most comprehensive set of […]

Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single 'All The Things' - Watch Now 2
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Electronic duo BLUE HAWAII share video for their second single ‘All The Things’ – Watch Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Today, electronic duo Blue Hawaii (comprised of Raphaelle “Ra” Standell-Preston and Alex “Agor” Kerby) share their second single “All The Things” from their forthcoming album Open Reduction Internal Fixation out 11 October. On the new […]

ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single "Land Of Dead" - Listen Now
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ELEPHANT STONE Return with New Single “Land Of Dead” – Listen Now

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

After taking time to explore new collaborations and sounds (MIEN, Acid House Ragas) and remixes for paisley underground legends (The Dream Syndicate) and French pop-auteurs Tahiti80, Montreal’s Elephant Stone are back today with new single, […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’
Gigs

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

THE SLOW READERS CLUB are pleased to announce the release of a new live album: ‘Live At O2 Apollo Manchester’. Out on the 25 October 2019 via the Modern Sky UK label, this two-disc double […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces two intimate solo performances at Central Church, Belfast on December 6th & 7th 2019
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN announces two intimate solo performances at Central Church, Belfast on December 6th & 7th 2019

September 19, 2019 XS Noize

Following his largest headline show to date at Custom House Square in August, Ryan McMullan is pleased to announce two intimate solo performances at Central Church (May Street Building), Belfast on December 6th & 7th […]

KITT PHILIPPA Releases New Single ‘Fahrenheit’ - Listen Now
New Music

KITT PHILIPPA Releases New Single ‘Fahrenheit’ – Listen Now

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

With all three of the first singles from Kitt Philippa’s upcoming debut album, Human being nominated for Best Song by the Northern Irish Music Prize – the expectation is high for the next and final […]

VAN MORRISON announces new album - 'THREE CHORDS AND THE TRUTH' will be released on 25th October 2019 1
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces new album – ‘THREE CHORDS AND THE TRUTH’ will be released on 25th October 2019

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

 has announced details of a new album – Three Chords And The Truth. It will be released on Exile/Caroline International available on CD/vinyl and digital download on October 25th 2019. Three Chords And The Truth […]

STEREOPHONICS announce major UK arena tour for spring 2020
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS announce major UK arena tour for spring 2020

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

Stereophonics have today unveiled new single, ‘Bust This Town’, the latest offering from forthcoming album ‘Kind’, released on October 25th via Parlophone Records and available to pre-order now. The group also announced today details of a new spring 2020 […]

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad' 1
New Music

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad’

September 18, 2019 XS Noize

THE TWANG has announced the release of their brand new album, ‘If Confronted Just Go Mad’, out 8th November. The band have also confirmed two headline shows for October as well as a performance at […]

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA Announce New Single ‘Wait For Now’ 1
New Music

THE CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA Announce New Single ‘Wait For Now’

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

The Cinematic Orchestra have always defied category and convention. Neither an orchestra nor a band, not a pure jazz act but full of its influence, not electronic but originally rooted in a London based electronic […]

JONNY GREENWOOD Announces the Formation of OCTATONIC RECORDS 1
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JONNY GREENWOOD Announces the Formation of OCTATONIC RECORDS

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

Composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer Jonny Greenwood has formed a new imprint via Council Records, Octatonic Records. The imprint aims to document and champion some of the best musicians Greenwood has encountered in the classical world, […]

DAVID KEENAN announces headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020
Gigs

DAVID KEENAN announces headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020

September 17, 2019 XS Noize

Irish singer/songwriter David Keenan is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Empire Music Hall on Saturday, January 11th 2020. David has signed for independent Irish label Rubyworks, who will work with him […]

SIMPLY RED release their stellar new track ‘BadBootz’ - Listen Now
Gigs

SIMPLY RED Announce UK 2020 Autumn Tour

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement that their funky new album, ‘Blue-Eyed Soul’, will be released on November 8th on BMG, Simply Red today reveal the details of a highly anticipated 13-date UK and Ireland 2020 arena tour. Hailed […]

DAVID KEENAN announces debut album 'A Beginners Guide To Bravery' out Friday 10th January 2020
Gigs

DAVID KEENAN announces debut album ‘A Beginners Guide To Bravery’ out Friday 10th January 2020

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

David Keenan’s first album – “A Beginners Guide To Bravery” – will be released on Rubyworks on Friday 10th January 2020. The first taste of the record comes on Friday 13th September, with the release […]

STATUS QUO Announce ‘Backbone’ UK 2020 Tour
Gigs

STATUS QUO Announce ‘Backbone’ UK 2020 Tour

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

AEG Presents are delighted to announce that Britain’s best-loved rockers Status Quo are following on from their triumphant Hyde Park ‘Radio 2 Live’ show and coming back to reclaim their position on the live circuit […]

WESTLIFE announce Stadium show at Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Cork on Friday 28th August 2020
Gigs

WESTLIFE announce Stadium show at Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Cork on Friday 28th August 2020

September 16, 2019 XS Noize

Ireland and the UK’s top-selling album group of the 21st century, Westlife, today announce that they will perform their first-ever Páirc Uí Chaoimh Stadium show on Friday 28 August 2020, subject to licence.  It follows […]

SIMPLY RED release their stellar new track ‘BadBootz’ - Listen Now
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SIMPLY RED release their stellar new track ‘BadBootz’ – Listen Now

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Ahead of their highly anticipated show for Radio 2 in Hyde Park this weekend, Simply Red today release their stellar new track ‘BadBootz’, taken from their 12th studio album, ‘Blue-Eyed Soul’, which will be released […]

TEMPLES Share New Track "Context"  From New LP Hot Motion - Listen Now
Gigs

TEMPLES Share New Track “Context” From New LP Hot Motion – Listen Now

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Temples have today shared Context, one of the stand-out tracks from their forthcoming third album, Hot Motion – to be released worldwide on ATO Records on Friday 27th September 2019. Talking about the track, James […]

MILES KANE releases sun-soaked video for new single 'Blame It On The Summertime'...
Gigs

MILES KANE releases sun-soaked video for new single ‘Blame It On The Summertime’…

September 13, 2019 XS Noize

Following the announcement last week that he’ll play a string of intimate UK shows this October which subsequently sold out almost immediately, Miles Kane today releases a feel-good video for his latest single, ‘Blame It […]

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