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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
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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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KLUBBER LANG release video for new single ‘Sleep Well’ - Watch Now
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KLUBBER LANG release video for new single ‘Sleep Well’ – Watch Now

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Dublin alternative rock outfit ‘Klubber Lang’ release the video to accompany their current single ‘Sleep Well’. Produced and directed by Rory McDonald & Danny Butcher the video is the perfect accompaniment to the fast-paced pounding […]

RINGO STARR releases new single 'Let’s Change The World' - Listen Now 1
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RINGO STARR releases new single ‘Let’s Change The World’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Today, UMe announces Ringo Starr Change The World, a new EP to be released on September 24, 2021.  These 4 tracks were all recorded at Starr’s Roccabella West studio just as he did for his […]

SOFT CELL reveal brand new track 'HEART LIKE CHERNOBYL' - Listen Now
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SOFT CELL reveal brand new track ‘HEART LIKE CHERNOBYL’ – Listen Now

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Synth-pop pioneers Soft Cell – legendary frontman Marc Almond and producer/instrumentalist Dave Ball – have revealed a brand new track from their first album in 20 years, their fifth studio album ‘*Happiness Not Included’. One […]

Global superstar, producer and DJ, KYGO releases his new song 'Love Me Now' ft. Zoe Wees
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Global superstar, producer and DJ, KYGO releases his new song ‘Love Me Now’ ft. Zoe Wees

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Global superstar, producer and DJ, Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll – a.k.a Kygo releases his new song “Love Me Now” ft. Zoe Wees. “Love Me Now,” out now via Columbia/RCA Records, is the follow up to Kygo’s most […]

THE SHERLOCKS announce new album 'World I Understand' & share single 'City Lights'
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THE SHERLOCKS announce new album ‘World I Understand’ & share single ‘City Lights’

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Alt-rock stalwarts The Sherlocks, comprised of Kiaran Crook (vocals), Brandon Crook (drums), Alex Proctor (guitar) and Trent Jackson (bass), have today announced their latest album World I Understand – out 19th November via TeddyBoy Records. […]

LITANY shares the video for new single ‘Adult Movies’ - Watch Now
New Music

LITANY shares the video for new single ‘Adult Movies’ – Watch Now

August 13, 2021 XS Noize

Adding denser layers of synths and echoes of Robyn and Metronomy to her confessional alt-pop, the artist and songwriter Litany has evolved her sound without compromising her identity. It has resulted in two of her […]

THE CRIBS announce details of 'Sonic Blew Singles Club'
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THE CRIBS announce details of ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’

August 12, 2021 XS Noize

The Cribs, who released their eighth album Night Network to universal acclaim in November 2020, have today announced details of the ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’ which will run monthly until the end of the year. […]

THE DARKNESS release video for brand new single 'Motorheart' - Watch Now 1
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THE DARKNESS release video for brand new single ‘Motorheart’ – Watch Now

August 12, 2021 XS Noize

The Darkness have unleashed the first taste and title track of their forthcoming opus Motorheart out November 19th via Cooking Vinyl. Paying homage to a devoted sex robot, ‘Motorheart’ growls, pounds and stomps with Rufus […]

THE LATHUMS ride their wave and release joyous new single - 'I'll Get By'
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THE LATHUMS ride their wave and release joyous new single – ‘I’ll Get By’

August 11, 2021 XS Noize

Cracking the door further ajar and letting listeners take another step into their forthcoming, debut album The Lathums scatter seeds of their trademark, smile-wide optimism on their latest, beaming single, I’ll Get By. A skiffle-beat […]

BILLY IDOL announces 'The Roadside' EP - Hear the lead single 'Bitter Taste' 1
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BILLY IDOL announces ‘The Roadside’ EP – Hear the lead single ‘Bitter Taste’

August 11, 2021 XS Noize

Billy Idol is set to release ‘The Roadside’ EP, his first new material in nearly seven years, on 17th September via Dark Horse Records. Produced by Butch Walker (Green Day, Weezer) and featuring Idol’s longtime […]

LONDON GRAMMAR share video for their new single 'America' - Watch Now
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LONDON GRAMMAR share video for their new single ‘America’ – Watch Now

August 11, 2021 XS Noize

London Grammar today share the official video for their new single America, taken from their #1 album Californian Soil, out now on Ministry of Sound. The video for ‘America’ was directed by long time collaborator […]

THE CHARLATANS announce special live show in support of NHS workers
Gigs

THE CHARLATANS announce special live show in support of NHS workers

August 11, 2021 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS will play a special live show in support of NHS workers at Gorilla in Manchester on Monday the 15th of November 2021. Entry will be free to National Health staff and ticket applications […]

WALKER HAYES set to go global with viral smash hit ‘Fancy Like’
New Music

WALKER HAYES set to go global with viral smash hit ‘Fancy Like’

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Walker Hayes’ current single ‘Fancy Like’ has been one of America’s biggest and most surprising smash hits of the summer. Ignited by the huge reaction to the dance video he made with his daughter Lela […]

‘OASIS Knebworth 1996’ trailer unveiled & live album announced 1
New Music

‘OASIS Knebworth 1996’ trailer unveiled & live album announced

August 10, 2021 XS Noize

Marking 25 years to the day since the first night of the record-breaking Knebworth 1996 concerts, today Oasis unveil the trailer for their eagerly anticipated cinematic documentary, released in cinemas worldwide from September 23 via […]

THE RONNIE WOOD BAND releases ‘Shame, Shame, Shame’ from forthcoming 'Mr Luck' album 1
New Music

THE RONNIE WOOD BAND releases ‘Shame, Shame, Shame’ from forthcoming ‘Mr Luck’ album

August 9, 2021 XS Noize

The Ronnie Wood Band today release two more tracks from the second instalment of the live album trilogy -‘Mr Luck – A Tribute to Jimmy Reed: Live at the Royal Albert Hall’. Ronnie and friends […]

FABELS announce third album 'Minds' to be released on 10th September
New Music

FABELS announce third album ‘Minds’ to be released on 10th September

August 7, 2021 XS Noize

Fabels are Hiske Weijers, Ben Aylward (plus live, guest performer Tim Powles/The Church) who play original, experimental, progressive, dreamscape music with dynamic arrangements. Formed in Sydney, late 2010, the band have toured extensively through Australia […]

Experimental music maker MEILIR announces his captivating album ‘In Tune’ to get vinyl release
New Music

Experimental music maker MEILIR announces his captivating album ‘In Tune’ to get vinyl release

August 7, 2021 XS Noize

Acclaimed experimental music maker Meilir has announced his captivating album ‘In Tune’ will be available from UK Record Stores from 13.08.21. Released via Gwdihŵ Records (Goo-dee-who – the Welsh word for owl) the record will […]

SORBET releases new video for 'Born Purple' feat: Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons)
New Music

SORBET releases new video for ‘Born Purple’ feat: Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons)

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Born Purple features crystalline falsetto vocals from Mícheál Keating (Bleeding Heart Pigeons), a unique singer with a background in farming in County Limerick, Ireland. “The imagery in the verse comes from a time I saw […]

THE VACCINES share new single 'Alone Star' from their upcoming album 'Back In Love City' 1
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THE VACCINES share new single ‘Alone Star’ from their upcoming album ‘Back In Love City’

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

Today The Vaccines share “Alone Star,” the new single from their upcoming album, Back In Love City which is set for release on September 10. The single is accompanied by a video shot by Mexican […]

GOD KNOWS shares his new single 'Glory' - Listen Now!
New Music

GOD KNOWS shares his new single ‘Glory’ – Listen Now!

August 6, 2021 XS Noize

God Knows is one of the founders of Ireland’s most prolific and exciting labels, narolane records. As a collective, narolane’s creative output conveys their ethos with surety, authenticity and unapologetic ambition. That ethos is to be true to what […]

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