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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 […]

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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

          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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HEYROCCO - NEW SINGLE 'ALLISON' released June 1st - Listen
New Music

HEYROCCO – NEW SINGLE ‘ALLISON’ released June 1st – Listen

May 6, 2015 XS Noize

After making waves at home and abroad last year, US three-piece Heyrocco, continue to win fans on both sides of the pond with their infectious mix of grunge-pop. The band are now set to unleash […]

GRATEFUL DEAD - 'FARE THEE WELL: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD' TO BE SCREENED IN UK CINEMAS
New Music

GRATEFUL DEAD – ‘FARE THEE WELL: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD’ TO BE SCREENED IN UK CINEMAS

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

GRATEFUL DEAD – ‘FARE THEE WELL: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD’ TO BE SCREENED IN UK CINEMAS Tickets to go on sale on 13th May for ‘Fare Thee Well: Celebrating 50 years of […]

COLDER - ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE TURN YOUR BACK
New Music

COLDER – ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE TURN YOUR BACK

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

Colder has just completed his third, very long-awaited album and it’s abundantly clear from the opening strains that the lengthy absence since 2002 debut on Trevor Jackson’s seminal OUTPUT Recordings (‘Again’, and 2005 successor,’Heat’) hasn’t […]

POSTCARDS FROM JEFF - RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM 'MODERN LANGUAGE' 24th July
Gigs

POSTCARDS FROM JEFF – RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM ‘MODERN LANGUAGE’ 24th July

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

Postcards From Jeff release their debut album ‘Modern Language’. An elegy for cinema revealing stolen glimpses of another world, another life. Each track a cinematic snapshot, shifting and shimmering in a flickering film light, capturing […]

The Thurston Moore Band Announces North American Summer Tour Dates
Gigs

The Thurston Moore Band Announces North American Summer Tour Dates

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

Following an extensive European summer tour, the Thurston Moore Band will return to North America for series of shows on the East Coast, beginning with an appearance at Montreal’s Osheaga Music & Arts Festival (July […]

CAJSA SIIK - New single "Follow You Down" Listen
New Music

CAJSA SIIK – to release “Change Of Heart” as New single! – Listen

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

Hot off the back of releasing her latest studio album ‘Contra’ in October last year, Swedish singer-songwriter Cajsa Siik releases anothersparkling single. ‘Change Of Heart’ is the third new outing from Cajsa this spring, and […]

GAZ COOMBES - MATADOR
Gigs

GAZ COOMBES releases new single – “THE GIRL WHO FELL TO EARTH” is out 15th June – plus UK & Irish tour starts this week

May 5, 2015 XS Noize

Gaz Coombes releases the third single from his hugely acclaimed solo album Matador (“His masterpiece” Q, 4*) on June 15th. “The Girl Who Fell To Earth” is the gorgeous acoustic heart and soul of Matador […]

NORDIC GIANTS - reveal 'Rapture' video
Gigs

NORDIC GIANTS – reveal ‘Rapture’ video

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

Nordic Giants have unveiled the short film for ‘Rapture’, the lead track from the elusive duo’s debut album A Séance Of Dark Delusions released through Kscope on May 4th. The video premiered at Wonderland who […]

FRANKIE & THE HEARTSTRINGS  Announce new album 'Decency'
Gigs

FRANKIE & THE HEARTSTRINGS Announce new album ‘Decency’

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

Frankie & The Heartstrings mark a welcome return this summer and are pleased to announce details of their third album ‘Decency’ on July 10th through Pop Sex Ltd. A taster of what’s to come can […]

CARALIS releases video for 'Be Automatic'!
New Music

CARALIS releases video for ‘Be Automatic’!

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

CARALIS is the brainchild of former Anison front man Dan Frau, who began writing and creating music for his solo project after the band split in late 2014. Collaborating with producer and friend John Merriman, […]

LONDON NEWCOMERS 'PALACE' TO SUPPORT JAMIE T
New Music

PALACE – Announce headline show and new single ‘Kiloran’

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

Following support slots with Jamie T and Ghostpoet, and two sold-out London shows, Palace announce a headline show at Scala, London, on 22nd October In the last six months, Palace have ridden a wave of […]

JAMIE XX Announces "In Colour" Tour Dates And Reveals "Gosh" Video
Gigs

JAMIE XX Announces “In Colour” Tour Dates And Reveals “Gosh” Video

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

In anticipation of the forthcoming release of his highly anticipated debut album In Colour (released June 2 on Young Turks), Jamie xx has announced details of the In Colour Tour. The extensive set of global […]

SHARK TAPE- Get UK release for new album 'Marathon'
New Music

SHARK TAPE- Get UK release for new album ‘Marathon’

May 1, 2015 XS Noize

“So you say this is your final chance” …the opening line of Shark Tape’s ‘Marathon’ speaks of the desperation of a band ready to take off. Shark Tape, a three piece rock band from Philadelphia […]

AWOLNATION - announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances
Gigs

AWOLNATION – announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

LA electro-rock sensations AWOLNATION have unveiled their radiantly anthemic new single ‘I Am’. The track follows the band’s dazzling return with ‘Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf)’. Another shining example of front man Aaron Bruno’s masterful songwriting, […]

THE MACCABEES - Announce intimate UK shows
Gigs

THE MACCABEES – Announce intimate UK shows

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

The Maccabees break their three year silence when they release the first taste of their eagerly anticipated self-produced 4th album with explosive new single ‘Marks To Prove It’ on May 11th. To celebrate the single […]

DE LUX - Announce New Album  ‘Generation’  out June 22
New Music

DE LUX – Announce New Album ‘Generation’ out June 22

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

De Lux have announced the release of a new album Generation, due out on June 22 through Innovative Leisure (Tropics, Classixx, BADBADNOTGOOD). The band are trailing the announcement with new track ‘Someday Now’ listen BELOW. […]

LONELADY - Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to 'Hinterland' Remix
Gigs

LONELADY – Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to ‘Hinterland’ Remix

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

LoneLady has recently played a headline tour across the UK, and can now announce details of festival appearances throughout the summer and a headline show at London’s Heaven on October 7th, with more UK and […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
New Music

MUSE REVEAL BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR ‘DEAD INSIDE’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Muse have revealed their brand new video for ‘Dead Inside’. “Dead Inside” appears on their forthcoming studio album, Drones, which will be released June 8th by Warner Bros. Records. Drones is co-produced by Muse and […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS premiere track & announce album & tour - listen
Gigs

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS reveal German Tangerine video

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Anton Newcombe and Tess Parks have revealed the video for ‘German Tangerine’. The track is taken from their forthcoming collaborative album ‘I Declare Nothing’, which is released on 29th June, watch the video below: Anton […]

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’
New Music

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Fiction, the London-based band behind critically acclaimed debut album ‘The Big Other, have unveiled the lead track from their upcoming EP, ‘Best Before’. The track is a perfect example of what’s to come from the band, […]

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