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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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SPECTOR - Unleash New Single  ‘Bad Boyfriend’ - Listen
New Music

SPECTOR – Unleash New Single ‘Bad Boyfriend’ – Listen

April 14, 2015 XS Noize

Having impressed both fans and critics alike with recent single ‘All The Sad Young Men’, Spector, return with another burst of their wonderful new sound on forthcoming single ‘Bad Boyfriend’ impacting June 8th via Fiction. […]

THE ANTLERS -  Announce 'The Antlers In London' live album
New Music

THE ANTLERS – Announce ‘The Antlers In London’ live album

April 14, 2015 XS Noize

Transgressive Records are proud to present The Antlers In London a limited edition vinyl only release, which will not be issued digitally. The deluxe double set captures the entirety of their sold-out Hackney Empire show, […]

MUMFORD & SONS - Share New Track 'The Wolf' - listen
Gigs

MUMFORD & SONS / Unveil Video For ‘The Wolf’ – Watch

April 14, 2015 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons have unveiled the video to forthcoming new single, ‘The Wolf’. Performed live, the track is the second to be lifted from the band’s second album, ‘Wilder Mind’, out on the 4th May […]

BLOSSOMS - PERFORM A SOLD OUT LONDON SHOW NEXT WEEK
New Music

BLOSSOMS: REACH NO.7 IN FIRST EVER UK VINYL CHART WITH SINGLE ‘CUT ME AND I’LL BLEED’

April 14, 2015 XS Noize

Blossoms’ latest single, ‘Cut Me and I’ll Bleed’ reached number 7 in The Official Charts Company’s first every UK Vinyl Chart yesterday. The five-piece band from Stockport have recently confirmed a special homecoming show at […]

THE GRISWOLDS - Album ‘BE IMPRESSIVE’ released May
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THE GRISWOLDS – Album ‘BE IMPRESSIVE’ released May

April 14, 2015 XS Noize

Brace yourself or some Infectious hooks and catchy choruses as Australian four piece indie pop band The Griswolds bring a little sunshine to our shores this Spring. These four boys have all the youthful exuberance […]

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

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS premiere track & announce album & tour – listen

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Anton Newcombe and Tess Parks will release their stunning collaboration ‘I Declare Nothing’ on A Recordings on 29th June 2015. Born in Berlin in early 2014 and nurtured over the following summer, ‘I Declare Nothing’ […]

PAUL WELLER - To play Belfast & Dublin in November
New Music

PAUL WELLER – To play Belfast & Dublin in November

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Rock icon Paul Weller has announced his Northern Irish return with a live date at the Waterfront, Belfast on 16 November and the Olympia theatre Dublin 17 November. Continuing his ever soaring creative peak, Paul […]

WOMAN'S HOUR - DANCING IN THE DARK - listen
New Music

WOMAN’S HOUR: Share ‘Sea of Silence’, from Upcoming Record Store Day Release.

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Woman’s Hour are happy to share a second track taken from the Dancing in the Dark 12″ which will be released on Record Store Day via Best Fit recordings. The intimate piano led track exposes […]

THE SHY LIPS  - Release new track 'Bahia Part II'
New Music

THE SHY LIPS – Release new track ‘Bahia Part II’

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Formed in early 2012, the brainchild of singer Adam and bassist Victor, The Shy Lips as an idea was born during travels in Europe and South America where the two met and bonded. The band […]

SOFT PICASSO - To release 'What's To Become Of Us' EP in June
New Music

SOFT PICASSO – To release ‘What’s To Become Of Us’ EP in June

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Existing somewhere between dream and memory, Soft Picasso’s quirky world is borne out of lo-fi honesty. Recorded in a bedroom in Liverpool, the duo’s stripped back approach uses simple guitar, bass, keyboard and drum machine […]

OTHER LIVES: Announce New Release Date For 'Rituals' Now May 4th
New Music

OTHER LIVES: Announce New Release Date For ‘Rituals’ Now May 4th

April 13, 2015 XS Noize

Other Lives have announced a 26-date North American tour starting May 7th in Los Angeles with stops in Seattle, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Austin and more. Complete list of dates below. The tour is in […]

MUMFORD & SONS - Share New Track 'The Wolf' - listen
New Music

MUMFORD & SONS – Share New Track ‘The Wolf’ – listen

April 9, 2015 XS Noize

Mumford & Sons have this evening premiered a brand new track from their forthcoming third album ‘Wilder Mind’. ’The Wolf’ received its first play on Annie Mac’s Radio One show and can now be streamed […]

MYLETS - 'TREMBLING HANDS' - listen
New Music

MYLETS – Share new track “Honeypot” – Listen

April 9, 2015 XS Noize

Mylets share a new song from the forthcoming full length Arizona today. Listen to “Honeypot” BELOW. Mylets also play a handful of L.A. area shows starting this weekend, before heading to Europe for an extensive […]

BLACK RIVERS - BLACK RIVERS
New Music

BLACK RIVERS: Announce new single ‘AGE OF INNOCENCE’ out 18th May

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Black Rivers build on the positive reaction accorded to their self-titled album with the release of the new single ‘Age of Innocence’ which impacts on May 18th. The single coincides with the duo’s upcoming headline […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD TO RELEASE 4TH ALBUM 'NOBODY WANTS TO BE HERE AND NOBODY WANTS TO LEAVE'
New Music

THE TWILIGHT SAD: Unveil new single ‘It Never Was The Same’ – Listen

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from last year’s widely acclaimed fourth album, Nobody Wants to Be Here and Nobody Wants to Leave, Scotland’s The Twilight Sad today return with the news that a third single from the album, […]

DANIEL LANOIS - FLESH AND MACHINE
Gigs

DANIEL LANOIS: releases new video ahead of European tour – Watch

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

The visionary new album Flesh And Machine by acclaimed musician-producer and sonic explorer Daniel Lanois is out now. The record absolutely bristles with new ideas and offers powerful evidence of Lanois’ standing as an influential […]

ALIAS KID - To release debut album 'Revolt To Revolt' 25th May
New Music

ALIAS KID – To release debut album ‘Revolt To Revolt’ 25th May

April 7, 2015 XS Noize

Only six months after forming, Manchester band Alias Kid were signed to 359 Music by industry mogul Alan McGee. The band fuses 60’s style anthems with an eclectic mix of influences from the 1970’s to […]

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single "'Cause I'm A Man" Shared TODAY! - Listen
New Music

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single “‘Cause I’m A Man” Shared TODAY! – Listen

April 5, 2015 XS Noize

Three weeks since surprising the world with epic track “Let It Happen” via their website, Tame Impala have today unveiled their first official single “‘Cause I’m A Man.” “Cause I’m A Man” will be released […]

TAME IMPALA SHARE NEW TRACK - 'LET IT HAPPEN' - Listen
New Music

TAME IMPALA – Announce New Album ‘Currents’ – listen to track

April 5, 2015 XS Noize

Following their very excellent 2012 LP Lonerism, Tame Impala are coming back with Currents, arriving later this year via their new label, InterScope. The band revealed the album tonight on their Facebook page, along with […]

GIRLS NAMES: Unveil epic new track 'ZERO TRIPTYCH' - Listen
New Music

GIRLS NAMES: Unveil epic new track ‘ZERO TRIPTYCH’ – Listen

April 3, 2015 XS Noize

Girls Names have unveiled the 11 minute epic single “Zero Triptych”, which will be released on 12″ by Tough Love. The band recently told FADER: “The initial idea for ‘Zero Triptych’ goes back almost three […]

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