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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
          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 […]

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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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RICHARD ASHCROFT announces two exclusive UK live shows
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Richard Ashcroft Unveils Video for New Single ‘This Is How It Feels’ – Watch

March 1, 2016 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft today releases the video for his new single ‘This Is How It Feels’, taken from his fourth solo album ‘These People’, that will be released on his new Righteous Phonographic Association label via […]

The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016
Gigs

The 2UBEXTRA Music Festival Live returns on 13th April 2016

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Liverpool’s first and only independent online music festival The 2ubeXtra returns on 13th April 2016. Once again, The 2ube are building up to this year’s festival by staging weekly 2ube Live shows every Friday night, […]

AFI's DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO's "The Material Tour"
Gigs

AFI’s DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET Announce BLAQK AUDIO’s “The Material Tour”

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Los Angeles, CA (February 29, 2016) – DAVEY HAVOK and JADE PUGET have announced a string of live shows for their electronic alter ego, BLAQK AUDIO. The dates will begin May 4th at the House […]

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album 'THIS GILDED AGE'
New Music

TULIPOMANIA Release 4th album ‘THIS GILDED AGE’

February 29, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Philadelphia, Tulipomania boast gritty guitars underpinned by a brooding rhythm section to provide a backdrop for compelling and atmospheric vocals. Band members Tom Murray (lead vocals, bass, drums) and Cheryl Gelover (synthesizer, background […]

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April 2
New Music

BRIAN ENO To Release New Album THE SHIP, Released 29th April

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

The Ship, the new album by Brian Eno, will be released on Friday 29th April 2016 via Warp Records. The Ship is Eno’s first solo record since 2012’s Grammy-nominated LUX. Originally conceived from experiments with […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
Gigs

The WHOLLS release new tracks ahead of UK tour

February 25, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here
New Music

BETSY has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, Watch here

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Betsy has premiered the striking video for ‘Fair’, the title track off her forthcoming debut solo EP via Warner Brothers / Columbia Records. It has already surpassed 700,000 plays in in 1 month, made the […]

WIRE announce new album & share first single! 'Nocturnal Koreans' - Listen
Gigs

WIRE announce new album & share first single! ‘Nocturnal Koreans’ – Listen

February 24, 2016 XS Noize

Following the release of their self-titled album last year, Wire return with news of a new mini-album ‘Nocturnal Koreans’, due April 29th via pinkflag. The band are sharing the first single & album titled track […]

MASSIVE ATTACK return with RITUAL SPIRIT EP and live dates
New Music

MASSIVE ATTACK Premiere the Video for “VOODOO IN MY BLOOD”

February 23, 2016 XS Noize

Massive Attack have today premiered the brand new video for “Voodoo In My Blood”. Directed by Ringan Ledwidge, the video is available to watch right now below. “Am I involved?… Someone said the girl in […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT Returns with New Single and Album 'THESE PEOPLE' - Listen to track 1
New Music

RICHARD ASHCROFT Returns with New Single and Album ‘THESE PEOPLE’ – Listen to track

February 22, 2016 XS Noize

Richard Ashcroft returns in 2016 with his fourth solo album ‘These People’, released on his new Righteous Phonographic Association label viaCooking Vinyl Records on 20th May. The first single from the album, ‘This Is How […]

STEREOPHONICS announce new single "WHITE LIES" + seven huge UK summer shows now confirmed
Gigs

STEREOPHONICS announce new single “WHITE LIES” + seven huge UK summer shows now confirmed

February 20, 2016 XS Noize

Following Stereophonics’ announcement of seven huge shows for summer 2016 (including a very special show at Cardiff City Stadium on June 4th), the band’s anthemic new single “White Lies” is set for release on 8th […]

THE FEELING premiere video for new single 'SPIRALLING'
Gigs

THE FEELING premiere video for new single ‘SPIRALLING’

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

The Feeling have premiered the video for new single Spiralling, which is the first single from their self-titled fifth album The Feeling, both released on 4th March. The video features a stylishly shot live performance […]

THE COATHANGERS share second track from album and announce tour dates!
Gigs

THE COATHANGERS share second track from album and announce tour dates!

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

The Coathangers who release their fifth LP, Nosebleed Weekend, on April 15th via Suicide Squeeze Records have just announced a string of tour dates supporting Refused in the US. Nosebleed Weekend comes on the heels […]

POLICA announce new album, video and tour, Listen to new track 'Lime Habit'
Gigs

POLICA announce UK tour & share new song

February 19, 2016 XS Noize

In the wake of a raucous sold out headline show at Village Underground in London earlier this week, and a triumphant performance at the BBC Radio 6 Music Festival, POLIÇA have announced a full European […]

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, 'BURIED'
New Music

FAULTLINES Announce EP & New Lyric Video, ‘BURIED’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

FAULTLINES, a six-piece melodic metal band from the UK have announced their debut self-released EP ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ will be out on the 15th April 2016. ‘All We’ve Ever Known’ sees Fautlines take on […]

Muse-Drones
Gigs

MUSE Reveal Video For New Single ‘REAPERS’

February 17, 2016 XS Noize

This week Muse picked up the award for Best Rock Album at The Grammys for their album ‘Drones’. It is the second time the band has received the award, having won it in 2011 for […]

Nashville's ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’
Gigs

Nashville’s ALL THEM WITCHES share new music video for ‘Open Passageways’

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Having just released their triumphant new album Dying Surfer Meets His Maker in Europe via New West Records, Nashville psych force All Them Witches reveal a new music video for ‘Open Passageways’. Inspired by vocalist […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: THE WHOLLS - ‘X21’ (VIDEO)
Gigs

Watch Video For The New Single From The WHOLLS – ‘X21’ Out March

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

This rule-breaking band began their career by sneaking into their would-be manager’s grounds, then setting up a PA on the lawn and playing their hearts out without invitation – it was clear these guys were […]

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”
New Music

ASTARI NITE shares video for “Always Like Yesterday”

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite released a video for their single “Always Like Yesterday” off their upcoming album Until the End of the Moon. The video, directed by Photohause productions, is a short […]

LIBERTY SHIP release new single 'Learning to Fly' on April 1st 2
Gigs

LIBERTY SHIP release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st

February 16, 2016 XS Noize

Liberty Ship release new single ‘Learning to Fly’ on April 1st 2016. The Sheffield suburbs have produced some of UK music’s most exciting bands, the latest is Liberty Ship. The four piece have already toured with […]

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