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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

          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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CHARLOTTE JANE shares new Summer single 'Loving The Light' - Listen Now
New Music

CHARLOTTE JANE shares new Summer single ‘Loving The Light’ – Listen Now

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Charlotte Jane has spent recent weeks introducing her natural and accomplished live performances to her growing following, first sharing her stunning stripped-back take on Givéon’s ‘Heartbreak Anniversary’ and then playing the Latitude and Standon Calling […]

CHEAP CUTS share video for new single ‘You Make Me Wanna Dance’ feat: Dan Caplen
New Music

CHEAP CUTS share video for new single ‘You Make Me Wanna Dance’ feat: Dan Caplen

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Reigniting the full-throttle thrills of big beat for the TikTok generation, Cheap Cuts took a giant first step with their debut single ‘Check Your Phone’. Twisted into an art-pop social commentary with anxious spoken word […]

Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN announces his first solo album 'Abran Wish & The Light Party'
New Music

Archive and BirdPen frontman DAVE PEN announces his first solo album ‘Abran Wish & The Light Party’

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Dave Pen is an integral part of the successful progressive/alternative rock collective Archive as their co-frontman and co-songwriter. He also fronts the alternative rock duo BirdPen and has collaborated with film/TV composer Robin Foster on […]

TEDDY FAILURE drop video for new single 'Pure' - Watch Now
New Music

TEDDY FAILURE drop video for new single ‘Pure’ – Watch Now

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

Teddy Failure, the music collective by Swedish producers TeoFrans, share their latest track ‘Pure’ (featuring ELIO) along with its official video. ‘Pure’ echoes the growing pains of Teddy Failure’s relatable, relationship-driven storytelling in tracks such […]

JONES shares video for new single ‘Read My Mind’ - Watch Now
New Music

JONES shares video for new single ‘Read My Mind’ – Watch Now

August 20, 2021 XS Noize

JONES’ recent single ‘Around’ expanded the breadth of her sound, adding the rhythmic grooves of London’s contemporary underground jazz scene to her core pop and soul roots. It was a twist that took her back […]

NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS announce B-Sides & Rarities Part II - Out 22 October
New Music

NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS announce B-Sides & Rarities Part II – Out 22 October

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds will release B-Sides & Rarities Part II, the long-anticipated follow up to 2005’s B-Sides & Rarities, on 22 October on double vinyl, double CD, deluxe double CD and all […]

Polly Scattergood & Jim Sclavunos collaborate on 'Saturn 9' - Watch Video
New Music

Polly Scattergood & Jim Sclavunos collaborate on ‘Saturn 9’ – Watch Video

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

An escape into the cosmos, out of this world of the grey and the shallow into deep space, light and legend. ‘Absence of Light’ is the new EP from Polly Scattergood, a writing and production […]

THE BOO RADLEYS announce first live dates in 24 years & a new four-track EP
Gigs

THE BOO RADLEYS announce first live dates in 24 years & a new four-track EP

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

The Boo Radley’s first live dates in 24 years have been announced, with the newly reunited band heading out for six, intimate shows in late October this year. Starting in Bristol and ending on a […]

PRIMAL SCREAM share previously unreleased ANDREW WEATHERALL remix of ‘Shine Like Stars’
New Music

PRIMAL SCREAM share previously unreleased ANDREW WEATHERALL remix of ‘Shine Like Stars’

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

Primal Scream build anticipation for the three upcoming releases that celebrate the 30th anniversary of ‘Screamadelica’ by sharing a previously unreleased remix of ‘Shine Like Stars’ by the late, great Andrew Weatherall. It was premiered […]

Watch Bastille perform new track 'Thelma and Louise' in new live set up
Gigs

Watch Bastille perform new track ‘Thelma and Louise’ in new live set up

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

There is nothing more evocative in the movies than the open road. Those convergent lines stretching out before you towards the horizon signifying adventure, opportunity, or a means of escape. Sometimes all you need is […]

PALACE return with new single ‘Gravity’ - Listen Now
New Music

PALACE return with new single ‘Gravity’ – Listen Now

August 19, 2021 XS Noize

London-based Palace return today with the first taste of their third album and the announcement of their biggest UK and European tours to date. The new single ‘Gravity’ is a woozy, swirling reflection on existentialism […]

PARQUET COURTS announce new album 'Sympathy For Life' - Out October 22nd 1
Gigs

PARQUET COURTS announce new album ‘Sympathy For Life’ – Out October 22nd

August 18, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Parquet Courts announce their new album, Sympathy For Life, out October 22nd on Rough Trade Records, and share the first single/video, “Walking at a Downtown Pace.” On Sympathy For Life, Parquet Courts’ thought-provoking rock […]

JO O'MEARA shares video for new single ‘Sweet Surrender’ - Watch Now
New Music

JO O’MEARA shares video for new single ‘Sweet Surrender’ – Watch Now

August 18, 2021 XS Noize

In comparison to the overwhelming success and hectic schedule of S Club’s glory days, Jo O’Meara has kept a relatively low profile in recent years. But when your voice and classic hits have soundtracked so […]

BLOSSOMS share video for brand new single 'Care For' - Watch Now 1
Gigs

BLOSSOMS share video for brand new single ‘Care For’ – Watch Now

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single Care For and its accompanying video. The video is directed by Edwin Burdis, Arctic Monkeys’ former Creative Director who worked on the band’s Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino […]

GARBAGE announce details of their upcoming 20th-anniversary reissue of the band’s third studio album, beautifulgarbage
New Music

GARBAGE announce details of their upcoming 20th-anniversary reissue of the band’s third studio album, beautifulgarbage

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

Garbage have today announced details of their upcoming 20th-anniversary reissue of the band’s third studio album, beautifulgarbage. The reissue will be released on October 1st, exactly twenty years after the album was first available. The […]

THE WOMBATS announce fifth studio album 'Fix Yourself, Not The World', & 2022 UK Arena Tour 1
Gigs

THE WOMBATS announce fifth studio album ‘Fix Yourself, Not The World’, & 2022 UK Arena Tour

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

The Wombats kick off the most exciting phase of their constantly evolving success story today with the announcement of their fifth studio album Fix Yourself, Not The World, due for release on 7th January 2022 […]

THE SPECIALS return with the release of their brand new album 'Protest Songs – 1924 -2012'
New Music

THE SPECIALS return with the release of their brand new album ‘Protest Songs – 1924 -2012’

August 17, 2021 XS Noize

The Specials who enjoyed a triumphant 2019 with the release of the critically acclaimed “Encore”, their first-ever number 1 album, coming 40 years after they exploded onto the music scene and launched the 2 Tone […]

Fast-rising indie quintet SCREENTALK are back with new single 'Amplified'
New Music

Fast-rising indie quintet SCREENTALK are back with new single ‘Amplified’

August 16, 2021 XS Noize

Fast-rising indie quintet SCREENTALK are back with an enlivening new single: “Amplified”. Swiftly following their amorously received debut single “Mountain Soda”, the Liverpool band pump-up the stereo with a scintillating second effort, as recorded with […]

Sheffield quintet SHEAFS return with new single 'Spectator'
Gigs

Sheffield quintet SHEAFS return with new single ‘Spectator’

August 16, 2021 XS Noize

Released on 13th August, Sheffield’s brightest post/punk hopes step up the stakes with one of their most engrossing cuts to date. “Behind the face, scenarios no one can see” hisses frontman Lawrence Feenstra in a […]

RYAN MCMULLAN releases ‘Come Over Love’ on 27 August taken from 'Debut Mix Tape' EP/ 'Debut' in cinemas from 28 Aug 1
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN releases ‘Come Over Love’ on 27 August taken from ‘Debut Mix Tape’ EP/ ‘Debut’ in cinemas from 28 Aug

August 16, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed Northern Irish singer and songwriter Ryan McMullan releases his single ‘Come Over Love’ on 27th August. The song is taken from the EP Debut Mix Tape which is the original soundtrack for a documentary […]

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