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          News

          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 […]

        • 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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NEWS: Manchester's Indie favourites THE RAINBAND announce the release of new single 'STORM'
News

Manchester’s indie favs THE RAINBAND release debut album ‘SATELLITE SUNRISE’

April 5, 2016 XS Noize

Manchester’s Indie favourites release their highly anticipated debut album ‘Satellite Sunrise’ Spring sees the band touring their new album across the UK as well as headlining the Italian Moto GP. As 2016 progresses, The Rainband […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announce June UK Tour & new single
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BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE announce June UK Tour & new single

April 5, 2016 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre will return to the UK this June for 12 UK dates, kicking off at Glasgow Barrowlands on 9th June. They will also play London’s Field Day Festival on 12th June. ‘Fingertips’ was […]

BEAR'S DEN announce new album & European tour
Gigs

BEAR’S DEN announce new album & European tour

April 4, 2016 XS Noize

Bear’s Den today announce details of their new album, ‘Red Earth & Pouring Rain’, for release on 22nd July 2016 on Communion Records. The follow up to 2014’s Ivor Novello-nominated debut, ‘Islands’, the new album […]

CAST - Announce New Album + November UK Tour Dates - listen / Download New Song
Gigs

Britpop legends CAST start UK tour this week

April 4, 2016 XS Noize

Pedigree Britpop legends Cast head out on a UK tour this week, starting in Edinburgh on Thursday (April 7th), finishing with a show at London’s Shepherds Bush Empire on April 30th. The band are currently […]

​BRONAGH GALLAGHER announces new album 'GATHER YOUR GREATNESS'
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​BRONAGH GALLAGHER announces new album ‘GATHER YOUR GREATNESS’

April 1, 2016 XS Noize

Bronagh Gallagher has announced details for Gather Your Greatness, her third album of original material, and first in four years, which will be released via Salty Dog Records on May 27, 2016. A strong personal […]

PAUL MCCARTNEY to release career spanning compilation 2
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PAUL MCCARTNEY to release career spanning compilation

April 1, 2016 XS Noize

Paul McCartney and his music need no introduction. Together with three of his friends, he changed the cultural landscape forever. And Paul’s accomplishments since then as a member of Wings and a solo artist make […]

THE HOTSPUR PRESS Release 'All You Know' from forthcoming EP
News

THE HOTSPUR PRESS share video for their new single ‘ALL YOU KNOW’ – Watch

March 31, 2016 XS Noize

The Hotspur Press are four friends who share a lot of history. They’ve been playing in bands together since high school, only taking a break to allow vocalist Dan to obtain his law degree, but […]

EXCLUSIVE first listen of 'I WANNA KILL YOU' by HURRICANE #1 2
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EXCLUSIVE first listen of ‘I WANNA KILL YOU’ by HURRICANE #1

March 31, 2016 XS Noize

We are excited to announce that on Monday April 4th we will EXCLUSIVELY stream ‘I Wanna Kill You’ the brand new track from Hurricane #1 and first from their forthcoming album ‘MELODIC RAINBOWS’, produced and […]

NEW ORDER - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM: 'MUSIC COMPLETE' - Listen to track
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NEW ORDER – Announce ‘Complete Music’ LP

March 30, 2016 XS Noize

NEW ORDER have announced Complete Music, a brand new edition of their latest album, Music Complete, out on 13 May 2016. Featuring extended mixes of all 11 tracks from Music Complete, the new edition features […]

NEWS: ELECTRIC CHILD HOUSE share video for new track 'FALSE WIDOW' - Watch
News

NEWS: ELECTRIC CHILD HOUSE share video for new track ‘FALSE WIDOW’ – Watch

March 30, 2016 XS Noize

Electric Child House are a ballsy, grass roots, psychedelic rock band straight outta’ buzzing Essex talent-farm The White Room Studios. The band have built up a loyal fan base through their spellbinding club shows and […]

NEWS: SN DUBSTATION release new single 'YESTERDAY' in April
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NEWS: SN DUBSTATION release new single ‘YESTERDAY’ in April

March 30, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Swindon in the UK, SN Dubstation are a lively 8 piece band comprising of Drums, Bass, Keys, Guitar and that all important Brass section. Fusing reggae, ska and dub, their sound is a […]

CAR SEAT HEADREST announces "TEENS OF DENIAL" album out May 20th
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CAR SEAT HEADREST announces “TEENS OF DENIAL” album out May 20th

March 29, 2016 XS Noize

Matador Records has announced that it will release Car Seat Headrest’s Teens of Denial on May 20th. Teens of Denial is the thirteenth album in Car Seat Headrest’s (aka 23-year-old Will Toledo) oeuvre, second on […]

IAN BROWN confirms - THE STONE ROSES are recording 'GLORIOUS' new music
Gigs

IAN BROWN confirms – THE STONE ROSES are recording ‘GLORIOUS’ new music

March 24, 2016 XS Noize

Today The Stone Roses front-man Ian Brown finally confirmed what the world was waiting for – The Stone Roses are recording new music at Paul Epworth’s Church Studios in London, as XS Noize previously reported. Speaking […]

FRIGHTENED RABBIT unveil ‘LUMP STREET’
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FRIGHTENED RABBIT unveil ‘LUMP STREET’

March 23, 2016 XS Noize

Selkirk’s finest Frightened Rabbit have unveiled ‘Lump Street, taken from their fifth studio album Painting Of A Panic Attack, out 8th April. Last week the band announced a short run of shows in some of […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
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THE STONE ROSES to release new EP before summer shows

March 22, 2016 XS Noize

Legendary Manchester band The Stone Roses are said to be busy finishing of their first new material since The Second Coming  at Church studios in London. According to sources they are working with top producer […]

OCTOBER DRIFT share ‘Still Here’ from their forthcoming EP 'STRANGER DAYS'
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OCTOBER DRIFT share ‘Still Here’ from their forthcoming EP ‘STRANGER DAYS’

March 22, 2016 XS Noize

Newcomers October Drift have shared their atmospheric new cut ‘Still Here’, a powerful, swirling soundscape that see’s the four-piece towering at their epic best yet. Their forthcoming debut EP Stranger Days is due via Scruff […]

DANA MASTERS launches her long awaited first EP live at the MAC this spring.
News

DANA MASTERS launches her long awaited first EP live at the MAC this spring.

March 22, 2016 XS Noize

Originally from the Deep South in the United States, Dana grew up with sound of soul, rhythm and blues and gospel music all around her. Her love for music developed as she grew up and […]

LES CLAYPOOL + SEAN LENNON form new band,  THE CLAYPOOL LENNON DELIRIUM + announce debut album
News

LES CLAYPOOL + SEAN LENNON form new band, THE CLAYPOOL LENNON DELIRIUM + announce debut album

March 22, 2016 XS Noize

Two worlds have collided, and what glorious and odd worlds they are. After Primus and The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger completed a successful summer tour, Les Claypool and Sean Lennon decided to combine […]

DAPHNE GUINNESS Announces Tony Visconti-Produced Album
News

DAPHNE GUINNESS shares ‘Fatal Flaw’ video – Watch

March 21, 2016 XS Noize

Daphne Guinness has announced details for ‘Fatal Flaw’, the first single lifted from her forthcoming debut album, Optimist In Black, due out via Agent Anonyme/Absolute on May 27 2016. The album was produced by the […]

EAGLES OF DEATH METAL launch PLAY IT FORWARD CAMPAIGN round three 2
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EAGLES OF DEATH METAL launch PLAY IT FORWARD CAMPAIGN round three

March 18, 2016 XS Noize

Eagles Of Death Metal has announced the release of the third round of the Play It Forward EODM Campaign that debuted December 18, 2015 with its first helping of covers of “I Love You All […]

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