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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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Legendary British vocalist PAUL CARRACK to stream special festive concert this Christmas Eve
Gigs

Legendary British vocalist PAUL CARRACK to stream special festive concert this Christmas Eve

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

The legendary British vocalist Paul Carrack (Mike + The Mechanics, Ace) has announced he is to stream a very special performance of festive favourites this Christmas Eve. Billed as ‘Christmas with Paul Carrack’, Carrack is […]

GENERATION are back with a video for second single 'Tokyo' - Watch Now!
New Music

GENERATION are back with a video for second single ‘Tokyo’ – Watch Now!

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

The unrelenting spirit of wayward youth, burnished decadence and fizzing unpredictability arrive neatly packaged as Liverpool’s ferocious punk duo Generation announce their second single Tokyo, lifted from their upcoming debut mini-album Suicidal Champagne. Tip-toeing back […]

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share dystopian skateboarding zombies video for 'Black Hyena'
New Music

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING share dystopian skateboarding zombies video for ‘Black Hyena’

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

Everything Everything has today shared the dystopian video for ‘Black Hyena’ starring skateboarding zombies. ‘Black Hyena’ features on Everything Everything’s new album RE-ANIMATOR, which emerged to widespread critical acclaim this summer with many hailing the […]

THE UNDERTONES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021 1
Gigs

THE UNDERTONES announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021

December 16, 2020 XS Noize

Local legends The Undertones are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on Saturday, December 18th 2021. Tickets on sale Friday 18th December at 10 am from Ticketmaster.ie The Undertones emerged from […]

TAME IMPALA shares video for 'Breathe Deeper' - Watch Now!
New Music

TAME IMPALA shares video for ‘Breathe Deeper’ – Watch Now!

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) shares the official video for “Breathe Deeper.” The track is taken from The Slow Rush, his fourth album as Tame Impala which was released in February to world-wide critical acclaim. […]

ALICE COOPER releases 'Our Love Will Change The World' from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories 2
New Music

ALICE COOPER releases ‘Our Love Will Change The World’ from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Today Alice Cooper releases the second single from his upcoming new studio album Detroit Stories, which will be released on February 26th, 2021 on earMUSIC. The song is accompanied by a lyric video. “Our Love […]

NOAH CYRUS releases video for new single 'All Three' 1
New Music

NOAH CYRUS releases video for new single ‘All Three’

December 15, 2020 XS Noize

Following her recent GRAMMY® nomination for Best New Artist, RCA Records UK artist Noah Cyrus has released her latest single “All Three,” as well as an accompanying music video, revealed today. The new single follows […]

PUBLIC ENEMY release 'Grid' video ft Cypress Hill and George Clinton
New Music

PUBLIC ENEMY release ‘Grid’ video ft Cypress Hill and George Clinton

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

Public Enemy’s single “GRID” featuring Cypress Hill and George Clinton is a post-apocalyptic view of the world after it collapses into a technological desert after the “grid goes down” and, today, the legendary group shares […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th October 2021 1
Gigs

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce headline Belfast show at The Empire Music Hall on Sunday 24th October 2021

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

British indie rock legends, The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a very special headline Belfast show on Sunday 24th October 2021 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of their pivotal long-player, Seamonsters. […]

ROBBIE WILLIAMS reveals the brand-new video for his latest single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’
New Music

ROBBIE WILLIAMS reveals the brand-new video for his latest single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’

December 14, 2020 XS Noize

Robbie Williams has today revealed the brand-new video for his latest single, ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’, which is out now on Columbia Records. The video captures the spirit of the song’s playful lyrics which reflect on […]

SILENT RUNNING release inspirational new single ‘Live Right Now’
New Music

SILENT RUNNING release inspirational new single ‘Live Right Now’

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Silent Running have released a new single ‘Live Right Now’ – the first from the band’s forthcoming new album. The song was written by lead singer Peter Gamble who explained: “The idea for ‘Live Right […]

TAYLOR SWIFT releases 'evermore' album & 'willow' music video today 1
New Music

TAYLOR SWIFT releases ‘evermore’ album & ‘willow’ music video today

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Today Taylor Swift releases her 9th studio album, evermore. “To put it plainly, we just couldn’t stop writing songs. To try and put it more poetically, it feels like we were standing on the edge […]

BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film 'Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)' - Watch Now!
New Music

BLOSSOMS share their brand-new short film ‘Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose)’ – Watch Now!

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new, short film Christmas Eve (Soul Purpose), created by Edwin Burdis (Arctic Monkeys’ Four out of Five) and animated by Astrid Goldsmith of Mock Duck Studios. As well as vocal […]

STEVEN WILSON announces new tour dates for 2021, ahead of forthcoming album 'THE FUTURE BITES'
Gigs

STEVEN WILSON announces new tour dates for 2021, ahead of forthcoming album ‘THE FUTURE BITES’

December 11, 2020 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced an extensive tour in support of his forthcoming sixth album, The Future Bites (due January 29th 2021). Steven Wilson played 145 dates in support of his 2017 album To The Bone […]

BONNIE TYLER announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021 1
New Music

BONNIE TYLER announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Today Bonnie Tyler announces the release of her brand-new studio album ‘The Best Is Yet To Come’, out on February 26th, 2021 on earMUSIC. Fans will get a full first taste of the forthcoming album […]

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW is coming to Belfast & Dublin next year 2
Gigs

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW is coming to Belfast & Dublin next year

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Having sold over four million tickets in concerts that have taken place in 35 countries, The Australian Pink Floyd Show is rightfully hailed as one of the most in-demand touring entities currently operating. The Times […]

BEAR'S DEN release new EP 'Christmas, Hopefully' today - Listen Now
New Music

BEAR’S DEN unveil new video for their festive single ‘Christmas, Hopefully’ recorded in immersive audio

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their critically-acclaimed new EP ‘Christmas, Hopefully’, Bear’s Den have unveiled the official video for the collection’s title-track. Recorded in immersive audio, similar to surround sound, the new visuals for ‘Christmas, […]

CHSq Presents: SCOOTER ‘God Save The Rave’ Tour Live at Custom House Square, Belfast - Saturday 28th August 2021 1
Gigs

SCOOTER adds second Custom House Square, Belfast show due to phenomenal demand

December 10, 2020 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT CHSq show within minutes, we are pleased to announce a second CHSq show date for the German rave legends, Scooter. They return to Belfast with their biggest Irish headline shows to […]

AC/DC share music video for 'DEMON FIRE' - Watch Now!
New Music

AC/DC share music video for ‘DEMON FIRE’ – Watch Now!

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Following the circuit-breaking release of their 18x worldwide #1 album POWER UP last month, AC/DC have unleashed hell with their brand new music video for “Demon Fire.”  For their seventeenth full-length album, the band reunited […]

EMBRACE announce 'Best Of (Live from the Cellar of Dreams)' live streamed gig & album 1
Gigs

EMBRACE announce ‘Best Of (Live from the Cellar of Dreams)’ live streamed gig & album

December 9, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the success of their recent Out Of Nothing live-streamed gig, Embrace announce another live-streamed event and associated album release. The band will be performing a Best Of live-streamed set from their Bradford […]

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