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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 […]

  • Reviews
        • Album Reviews

          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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THE KILLERS share their incredible new single 'Dying Breed' - Listen Now
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THE KILLERS share their incredible new single ‘Dying Breed’ – Listen Now

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new album, Imploding The Mirage, released next Friday on Island Records, THE KILLERS have shared their incredible new single, “Dying Breed,” out now. Already bubbling under as a fan […]

THE FLAMING LIPS share video for 'Will You Return / When You Come Down' from new album "AMERICAN HEAD" 1
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THE FLAMING LIPS share video for ‘Will You Return / When You Come Down’ from new album “AMERICAN HEAD”

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Today, The Flaming Lips release another new song and video, “Will You Return / When You Come Down”, from their highly-anticipated new album AMERICAN HEAD set for release 11th September via Bella Union in the […]

JÓNSI releases new single 'CANNIBAL' (feat ELIZABETH FRASER) - Watch Video 1
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JÓNSI releases new single ‘CANNIBAL’ (feat ELIZABETH FRASER) – Watch Video

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Jónsi Birgisson, frontman of Sigur Rós, releases “Cannibal” from his upcoming LP featuring Elizabeth Fraser of the Cocteau Twins. Following hits “Swill” and “Exhale”, “Cannibal” is the third single released ahead of Jónsi’s sophomore record […]

TV COMA share their latest single 'Congratulations' - Watch Video
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TV COMA share their latest single ‘Congratulations’ – Watch Video

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Back with a bang, South coast indie/rock quartet – TV COMA – release their latest single: ‘Congratulations’ today (14 August). You can hold-fire on the cake and party poppers for now though. In a year […]

GAVIN JAMES shares new acoustic version of current single 'Boxes' - Watch Video
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GAVIN JAMES shares new acoustic version of current single ‘Boxes’ – Watch Video

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Gavin James’ latest single ‘Boxes’ is extending the huge global following that the Irish musician has organically established. It quickly exceeded 10 million streams, but just as importantly its lyrics “We don’t fit into your […]

THE CLOCKWORKS release new single ‘Can I Speak to A Manager?’ - Listen Now
New Music

THE CLOCKWORKS release new single ‘Can I Speak to A Manager?’ – Listen Now

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Galway quartet – THE CLOCKWORKS – release: ‘Can I Speak to A Manager?’. The single is the latest to be released on Alan McGee’s Creation 23 label. Surfing on a wave of essential guitar bands […]

JAMES BOURNE releases debut solo track ‘Everyone Is My Friend’ - Listen Now 3
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JAMES BOURNE releases debut solo track ‘Everyone Is My Friend’ – Listen Now

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

James Bourne is one of the most successful songwriters of his generation. Starting with his arena-conquering success with Busted, James has scored five #1 smash hits, several Top 10 singles and achieved multi-Platinum album success […]

Belfast band NEW PAGANS return with the single ‘Yellow Room’ - Listen Now
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Belfast band NEW PAGANS return with the single ‘Yellow Room’ – Listen Now

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast band New Pagans are back with brand new music following the success of their latest EP Glacial Erratic, and have shared the powerful new track ‘Yellow Room’. The band use their creative influence to […]

GLASVEGAS return with their fourth album ‘Godspeed’ - Hear new single ‘Keep Me A Space’
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GLASVEGAS return with their fourth album ‘Godspeed’ – Hear new single ‘Keep Me A Space’

August 14, 2020 XS Noize

GLASVEGAS return with their triumphant fourth album ‘Godspeed’, which will be released in April 2021 on the bands’ own label Go Wow Records. They will be touring the UK in April and May 2021. Today […]

THE CRIBS return with new album, ‘Night Network’ and share video for lead single ‘Running Into You’ 1
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THE CRIBS return with new album, ‘Night Network’ and share video for lead single ‘Running Into You’

August 13, 2020 XS Noize

The Cribs are back and on blistering form, brandishing their brand new eighth album, Night Network. Due to be released via Sonic Blew/[PIAS] on Friday, November 13th 2020, the self-produced 12-track album was recorded at […]

DARKSTAR share tribute to venues lost and under threat in 'Blurred' Video - Watch Now
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DARKSTAR share tribute to venues lost and under threat in ‘Blurred’ Video – Watch Now

August 13, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Darkstar share a poignant and heartfelt video for “Blurred”, set to footage of fans favourite UK venues past and present. The video remembers remarkable landmarks of the music scene, some of which are currently facing […]

Good, good people invited to join EMBRACE band members for virtual quiz party this Saturday 2
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Good, good people invited to join EMBRACE band members for virtual quiz party this Saturday

August 13, 2020 XS Noize

Fans of Embrace are being invited to take part in a virtual quiz night party with the indie rockers this Saturday (15 August, 8 pm) to celebrate the launch of the band’s new subscription platform, The Secret List. […]

PLACEBO announce 'Lost Tapes - Summer Festival Lockdown Series'
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PLACEBO announce ‘Lost Tapes – Summer Festival Lockdown Series’

August 13, 2020 XS Noize

Starting this week Placebo will premiere full festival performances from across their career. In the wake of a whole summer of festival appearances being unfortunately cancelled due to Coronavirus, the Placebo vaults have been opened […]

The Coral's PAUL MALLOY shares video for new single 'My Madonna' - Watch Now
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The Coral’s PAUL MALLOY shares video for new single ‘My Madonna’ – Watch Now

August 12, 2020 XS Noize

The glowing strength of female role-models cascades over My Madonna, the latest, serotonin-slinging single from The Coral guitarist, Paul Molloy’s forthcoming, debut solo album, The Fifth Dandelion. Reliably showing the way to the ‘straight and […]

FUTURE ISLANDS Announce new album, new single + live stream concert 1
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FUTURE ISLANDS Announce new album, new single + live stream concert

August 12, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Future Islands share details of a new album, a new song, and a special livestream concert. The Baltimore group will release As Long As You Are, their sixth studio record, on 9 October. Check […]

ERASURE share the fabulous new video for their latest single ‘Nerves of Steel’ - Watch Now 1
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ERASURE share the fabulous new video for their latest single ‘Nerves of Steel’ – Watch Now

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have shared the fabulous new video for their latest single, ‘Nerves of Steel’. Featuring over 20 LGBTQIA+ stars, including several best known for their appearance on RuPaul’s Drag Race, […]

EELS release surprise single ‘Baby Let’s Make It Real’ - Listen Now
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EELS release surprise single ‘Baby Let’s Make It Real’ – Listen Now

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

EELS have unveiled a surprise new single titled ‘Baby Let’s Make It Real’. The song was recorded at the EELS’ Los Feliz, California studio. Bandleader Mark Oliver Everett a.k.a. E says: “How ‘bout a new […]

ANDY BELL from RIDE to release debut solo album 'The View From Halfway Down' on October 9
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ANDY BELL from RIDE to release debut solo album ‘The View From Halfway Down’ on October 9

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

Andy Bell from Ride announces his debut solo album The View From Halfway Down out on October 9. There will be two limited-edition vinyl variants: blue, which will be available from shops, and a white […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES share video for 'Real Love Song' - Watch Now
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES share video for ‘Real Love Song’ – Watch Now

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

Southend five-piece Nothing But Thieves have shared the compelling, rousing and surreal video for their recently released single Real Love Song, which is taken from their forthcoming new album Moral Panic and follows their recent […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS announce Crowdfunder for Leadmill and Music Venue Trust
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ARCTIC MONKEYS announce Crowdfunder for Leadmill and Music Venue Trust

August 11, 2020 XS Noize

In conjunction with Music Venue Trust and Crowdfunder, Arctic Monkeys are raising money for The Leadmill in Sheffield and other independent grassroots music venues in Sheffield and across the UK. During the early stages of […]

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