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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
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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

          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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BEN WATT - Releases "Figures In The Landscape" from New Album 'Storm Damage' 1
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BEN WATT – Releases “Figures In The Landscape” from New Album ‘Storm Damage’

January 3, 2020 XS Noize

“Figures in the Landscape” is the latest single to be taken from musician-writer-DJ Ben Watt’s upcoming fourth solo LP, Storm Damage, out on January 31, 2020. It follows the recent singles “Balanced on a Wire,” […]

Rock legend MEAT LOAF is back in hilarious vegan campaign
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Rock legend MEAT LOAF is back in hilarious vegan campaign

January 2, 2020 XS Noize

MEAT LOAF visits the UK to endorse Frankie & Benny’s new vegan menu – and admits he’d do anything to help save the planet…  MEAT is out, VEG is in this January – just ask […]

BLOODHOUND have announced that their debut FRAGILE SKELETON album
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BLOODHOUND have announced that their debut FRAGILE SKELETON album

December 29, 2019 XS Noize

Atmospheric Hull grunge trio BLOODHOUND have announced that their debut FRAGILE SKELETON album will be released on 31 January 2020. Taking influence from the likes of Queens of The Stone Age, Drenge, Royal Blood and […]

Rock Legends GUNS N’ ROSES Return to Ireland with 2020 Tour
Gigs

GUNS N’ ROSES Have Extended Their European Tour Already

December 29, 2019 XS Noize

Christmas came early for Guns n’ Roses fans earlier on in December when they announced plans for an incredible tour that would keep them busy for much of 2020. Now, Christmas has come early twice […]

IVORY WAVE release new video for latest single ‘Weigh Me Down’ - Watch Now
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IVORY WAVE release new video for latest single ‘Weigh Me Down’ – Watch Now

December 19, 2019 XS Noize

Birmingham quintet Ivory Wave have today released a new video for latest single ‘Weigh Me Down’. Filmed at their recent headline Birmingham show, it encapsulates their contagious energy and beautifully chaotic live shows. They can […]

DAVID KEENAN will release his debut album – “A Beginners Guide To Bravery” on 10th January 2020 1
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DAVID KEENAN will release his debut album – “A Beginners Guide To Bravery” on 10th January 2020

December 19, 2019 XS Noize

David Keenan’s first album – “A Beginners Guide To Bravery” – will be released on Rubyworks on Friday 10th January 2020. The first taste of the record comes on Friday 13th September, with the release […]

HERMITAGE GREEN - headline Limelight 2, Belfast on Friday 20th December 2019
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HERMITAGE GREEN – headline Limelight 2, Belfast on Friday 20th December 2019

December 19, 2019 XS Noize

Hailing from Limerick, Ireland, Hermitage Green have made a large impact in a short period of time. After having released their first full-length album Save Your Soul via SONY Ireland and watching it climb the charts, they […]

Dance anthem maestro SIGALA coming to Belfast & Dublin in February
Gigs

Dance anthem maestro SIGALA coming to Belfast & Dublin in February

December 19, 2019 XS Noize

Sigala is one of the UK’s most respected and influential electronic music producers with 7 platinum singles, 10 million worldwide sales, 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify and over 2 billion streams under his belt. […]

THE BEATLES - Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band the immersive experience launches at Tate Liverpool with Dolby Atmos 1
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THE BEATLES – Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band the immersive experience launches at Tate Liverpool with Dolby Atmos

December 19, 2019 XS Noize

Tate Liverpool and National Museums Liverpool, with a little help from The Beatles and Dolby Laboratories, today launched a unique experiential presentation of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band in Dolby Atmos®, as a Christmas […]

British singer-songwriter RICHARD WALTERS shares pared-back rendition of ‘Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)’
Gigs

British singer-songwriter RICHARD WALTERS shares pared-back rendition of ‘Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)’

December 18, 2019 XS Noize

With Christmas just around the corner, British singer-songwriter Richard Walters – now signed to Cooking Vinyl – is today sharing a sublime, pared-back rendition of ‘Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)’. The track follows the recent […]

JAMES BLUNT Announces Early 2020 UK Tour
Gigs

JAMES BLUNT unveils video for latest track ‘The Truth’ – Watch Now

December 18, 2019 XS Noize

Following the release of his top 3 UK and sixth studio album, ‘Once Upon A Mind’, James Blunt today released the video for latest track ‘The Truth’. Directed by Vaughan Arnell, the video sees James […]

RAZORLIGHT were joined onstage by members of EXTINCTION REBELLION at final show of UK tour
Gigs

RAZORLIGHT were joined onstage by members of EXTINCTION REBELLION at final show of UK tour

December 17, 2019 XS Noize

Razorlight invited climate change activists Extinction Rebellion on stage during the encore of their sold-out Brixton Electric show on Saturday night. The London show marked the end of their headline UK tour and, prior to […]

THE STYLISTICS announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Friday October 30th 2020
Gigs

THE STYLISTICS announce headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Friday October 30th 2020

December 17, 2019 XS Noize

The Stylistics, a band who gave us the love hits which defined a generation are back with a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Friday, October 30th 2020. One of the great live […]

CATFISH & THE BOTTLEMEN extend winter UK arena tour with new Scotland dates
Gigs

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN discuss 10 years together in a rare, joint interview – Watch Now

December 16, 2019 XS Noize

All four members of Catfish and the Bottlemen appear together in a rare, joint interview to celebrate a decade on record and on the road in a dedicated programme, The Rise: 10 Years, 10 Key […]

A.R. RAHMAN joined U2 on stage in Mumbai last night to perform new track ‘Ahimsa’ - Watch Now
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A.R. RAHMAN joined U2 on stage in Mumbai last night to perform new track ‘Ahimsa’ – Watch Now

December 16, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary composer A.R. Rahman joined U2 on stage in Mumbai last night to perform new track ‘Ahimsa’ in celebration of the band’s first-ever visit to India. The performance also featured the debut appearance of Rahman’s […]

Canadian rock trio DANKO JONES announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 24th March 2020
Gigs

Canadian rock trio DANKO JONES announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 24th March 2020

December 16, 2019 XS Noize

Canadian rock trio Danko Jones are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Voodoo on Tuesday 24th March 2020. The band released their new album, A Rock Supreme in April 2019 to rave reviews. […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD announce April Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom show with quadraphonic sound
Gigs

THE TWILIGHT SAD announce April Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom show with quadraphonic sound

December 16, 2019 XS Noize

Today, coming hot off the heels of their two biggest UK headline shows to date, The Twilight Sad announce their first live outing of 2020: a return to something of a spiritual home for them, […]

EAGLES to perform 'Hotel California' in its entirety at London Wembley Stadium
Gigs

EAGLES to perform ‘Hotel California’ in its entirety at London Wembley Stadium

December 13, 2019 XS Noize

EAGLES are bringing their highly acclaimed “Hotel California” tour to London Wembley Stadium connected by EE on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, for the band’s only European concerts in 2020. Eagles – Don […]

Legendary US vocalist GEOFF TATE and his OPERATION MINDCRIME BAND return to Belfast at Limelight 2 on Sunday 24th May 2020 1
Gigs

Legendary US vocalist GEOFF TATE and his OPERATION MINDCRIME BAND return to Belfast at Limelight 2 on Sunday 24th May 2020

December 13, 2019 XS Noize

Legendary US vocalist Geoff Tate and his Operation Mindcrime band return to Belfast at Limelight 2 on Sunday 24th May 2020 as part of their Empire 30th Anniversary Tour. Tickets are on sale now from […]

Rock Legends GUNS N’ ROSES Return to Ireland with 2020 Tour
Gigs

Rock Legends GUNS N’ ROSES Return to Ireland with 2020 Tour

December 13, 2019 XS Noize

Today the band that shook Slane Castle and the world with their historic return in 2017, Guns N’ Roses have announced dates for 2020 – the next step in their phenomenal career. Making stops in […]

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