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        • U2
          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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All the best music news, from Rock, Indie, Electronic, Alternative, Pop, and much more. News & music reviews on singers, songwriters, bands, release dates, videos, concerts, albums, musicians

SHE DREW THE GUN announces new album 'Behave Myself' due for release Sept 24th
Gigs

SHE DREW THE GUN announces new album ‘Behave Myself’ due for release Sept 24th

April 19, 2021 XS Noize

She Drew The Gun are today announcing their return with new album ‘Behave Myself’. The follow-up to the critically acclaimed ‘Revolution Of Mind’, which was named among BBC 6 Music’s Albums Of The Year, is […]

BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH releases ‘Oh My God Please’ from his forthcoming album ‘To Carry A Whale’ - out June 18th
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BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH releases ‘Oh My God Please’ from his forthcoming album ‘To Carry A Whale’ – out June 18th

April 19, 2021 XS Noize

Benjamin Francis Leftwich has unveiled a new track from his anticipated fourth album ‘To Carry A Whale’, out June 18th via Dirty Hit. Called ‘Oh My God Please’, the track is released alongside a captivating […]

DROPKICK MURPHYS share video For ‘Queen Of Suffolk County’
New Music

DROPKICK MURPHYS share video For ‘Queen Of Suffolk County’

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

Dropkick Murphys have shared the music video for their new single, “Queen Of Suffolk County,” from their forthcoming album Turn Up That Dial, due out April 30 via band-owned Born & Bred Records. The music […]

CHET FAKER announces new album 'Hotel Surrender' & shares the video for new single 'Whatever Tomorrow' 2
New Music

CHET FAKER announces new album ‘Hotel Surrender’ & shares the video for new single ‘Whatever Tomorrow’

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

Five-time ARIA award-winning producer, songwriter and artist, Nick Murphy today announces the highly anticipated new album from his Chet Faker project, Hotel Surrender, will arrive on 16th July 2021 via his own label, Detail Records […]

THE STRUTS share new single 'Low Key In Love' featuring paris jackson
New Music

THE STRUTS share new single ‘Low Key In Love’ featuring paris jackson

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

British glam rockers The Struts and acclaimed singer and songwriter paris jackson have joined forces for ‘Low Key in Love’ a fiery duet out now via Interscope / Polydor Records. Listen here. Fuelled by their […]

ALICE LA shares video for new single '21st Century Woman'
New Music

ALICE LA shares video for new single ’21st Century Woman’

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

Alice LA is a versatile artist dabbling in pop music, with a background in Multi-Media skills and such experimental yet striking visuals that gel well with her music, Upbeat and high energy live shows, a […]

VAN MORRISON announces his first-ever virtual performance on May 8th
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces his first-ever virtual performance on May 8th

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

Van Morrison will mark the May 7th release of his eagerly anticipated new double-album ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’ by playing his first-ever virtual performance on May 8th. The multiple Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist […]

Anonymous music collective PORCELAIN ask listeners to choose dark versus light on new single ‘Hold Me In The Dark’
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Anonymous music collective PORCELAIN ask listeners to choose dark versus light on new single ‘Hold Me In The Dark’

April 16, 2021 XS Noize

Released on April 9th ‘Hold Me In The Dark’ is deliberately bittersweet, inviting listeners to choose whether to hear darkness or light in both the instrumentation and the lyrics. For those that hear darkness ‘Hold […]

THE CORAL release 'Vacancy' from their forthcoming studio album 'Coral Island'
New Music

THE CORAL release ‘Vacancy’ from their forthcoming studio album ‘Coral Island’

April 15, 2021 XS Noize

Following Ray Manzarek and Ray Davies into the woozy headrush of the House Of Mirrors and meeting Boris Karloff by the Coconut Shy, The Coral send their latest broadcast from the shores of their own […]

CHUBBY AND THE GANG share new single 'Lightning Don't Strike Twice' + announce mammoth 40 date UK & IRE tour
Gigs

CHUBBY AND THE GANG share new single ‘Lightning Don’t Strike Twice’ + announce mammoth 40 date UK & IRE tour

April 15, 2021 XS Noize

Fast-rising London punk 5-piece Chubby and the Gang have shared a new song and accompanying music video. ‘Lightning Don’t Strike Twice’ was premiered yesterday evening by Steve Lamacq on BBC 6Music, and is part of […]

NEWFAMILIAR share the video for second single 'Here For You'
New Music

NEWFAMILIAR share the video for second single ‘Here For You’

April 15, 2021 XS Noize

Having made a flying start with their debut single ‘How Can I?’ which powered to #1 on the iTunes singer-songwriter chart, the band’s second single ‘Here For You’ shot straight to #2. Debuted by BBC […]

RINA SAWAYAMA releases new single 'Chosen Family' feat Elton John
Gigs

RINA SAWAYAMA releases new single ‘Chosen Family’ feat Elton John

April 15, 2021 XS Noize

London based critically acclaimed recording artist Rina Sawayama releases a special rendition of Chosen Family featuring Elton John. Originally produced by Danny L Harle and written by Rina, Danny, and Jonny Latimer, the powerful ballad […]

SEATBELTS share video for new single 'Keep Your Mind On The Feeling' - Watch Now!
New Music

SEATBELTS share video for new single ‘Keep Your Mind On The Feeling’ – Watch Now!

April 14, 2021 XS Noize

Seatbelts release ‘Keep Your Mind On The Feeling’, the second single is taken from their forthcoming EP ‘Welcome Simplicity’. “The modern world is a dizzying place. Trying to stay focused can be like spinning plates. […]

OSCAR LANG shares his new single 'Stuck' & announces his debut album 'Chew The Scenery' 2
New Music

OSCAR LANG shares his new single ‘Stuck’ & announces his debut album ‘Chew The Scenery’

April 14, 2021 XS Noize

London based artist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Oscar Lang has shared his brand new single ‘Stuck’ and announced his debut album Chew The Scenery – out 16 July on Dirty Hit. Produced by Rich Turvey (The […]

DERMOT KENNEDY announces biggest outdoor headline show in UK at Sounds Of The City 2021
Gigs

DERMOT KENNEDY announces biggest outdoor headline show in UK at Sounds Of The City 2021

April 14, 2021 XS Noize

Dermot Kennedy has announced his biggest outdoor headline show in the UK as part of the renowned concert series Sounds Of The City at Castlefield Bowl, Manchester for Tuesday 21st September 2021. Dermot is a […]

VAN MORRISON shares new single ‘Only A Song’ from ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’
New Music

VAN MORRISON releases animated video for ‘Only A Song’ – Watch Now!

April 14, 2021 XS Noize

Van Morrison’s upcoming double-album ‘Latest Record Project: Volume 1’ is set to be his 42nd studio set, but its lead single ‘Only A Song’ demonstrates that his distinctive flair for timeless blues, R&B, jazz and […]

MICK JAGGER unveils surprise new song ‘EAZY SLEAZY’ with DAVE GROHL - Watch Video!
New Music

MICK JAGGER unveils surprise new song ‘EAZY SLEAZY’ with DAVE GROHL – Watch Video!

April 13, 2021 XS Noize

Mick Jagger today unveils an exciting surprise for his fans worldwide in the form of the instant release of a track titled ‘Eazy Sleazy.’ The hard-rocking tune written by Mick in lockdown features Jagger on […]

WATCH the first ever performance of JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO LENNON’S legendary anthem 'Give Peace A Chance'
New Music

WATCH the first ever performance of JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO LENNON’S legendary anthem ‘Give Peace A Chance’

April 13, 2021 XS Noize

Before famously recording their legendary pacifist anthem “Give Peace A Chance” at their Bed-In for Peace at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal on May 31st, 1969, John Lennon and Yoko Ono rehearsed an early […]

TEENAGE FANCLUB share new video for 'In Our Dreams' from new album 'Endless Arcade' out 30th April
Gigs

TEENAGE FANCLUB share new video for ‘In Our Dreams’ from new album ‘Endless Arcade’ out 30th April

April 13, 2021 XS Noize

Today, Teenage Fanclub share a final preview of their highly-anticipated album with a new song and video. “In Our Dreams”, written by the band’s Raymond McGinley, is the fifth single off Endless Arcade, out 30th […]

IMELDA MAY announces 'Made To Love' April 2022 UK tour
Gigs

IMELDA MAY announces ‘Made To Love’ April 2022 UK tour

April 13, 2021 XS Noize

Globally revered Irish artist Imelda May has today announced her first major UK tour in over five years in support of her highly anticipated new album ‘11 Past The Hour’. Tickets for the 2022 tour […]

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