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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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Watch U2 Perform at the 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards
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Watch U2 Perform at the 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

46-time GRAMMY nominees and 22-time winners—the most of any rock band—U2 performed this evening at the 60th Annual GRAMMY awards. Bono and The Edge of U2 began music’s biggest night alongside 2018 Album of the […]

THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM Announce UK shows for 'The '59 Sound' 10th anniversary
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THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM Announce UK shows for ‘The ’59 Sound’ 10th anniversary

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

The Gaslight Anthem has announced a very special series of shows celebrating the 10th anniversary of their milestone second studio album, THE ’59 SOUND. The New Jersey-based rock band will travel North America and Europe […]

ULTIMATE PAINTING Announce new album "Up", released 6th April
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ULTIMATE PAINTING Announce new album “Up”, released 6th April

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

Ultimate Painting have today announced the release of Up!, their much–anticipated new album and first for Bella Union, which will be available 6th April via the label. The band has also shared the first track […]

THE DAMNED return in 2018 with both new material and an extensive UK tour
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THE DAMNED release futuristic video for ‘Standing on the Edge of Tomorrow’

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

Legendary British band, The Damned have released a video today for new single, ‘ Standing On The Edge Of Tomorrow’ taken from their new album scheduled for release on Search And Destroy / Spinefarm Records […]

FRANK TURNER Announces New Album 'Be More Kind' + UK Tour incl. Belfast The Limelight
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FRANK TURNER Announces New Album ‘Be More Kind’ + UK Tour incl. Belfast The Limelight

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

UK folk singer-songwriter Frank Turner is pleased to announce a return to Belfast at The Limelight 1 on Wednesday, April 01st 2018. Frank has recently announced details of his forthcoming seventh studio album. Be More […]

PETE TONG Presents IBIZA CLASSICS @  SSE ARENA BELFAST - 25 NOVEMBER
Gigs

PETE TONG Presents IBIZA CLASSICS @ SSE ARENA BELFAST – 25 NOVEMBER

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

This union of classical music and iconic dance tracks is another bold, brilliant move from one of the most influential figures in dance music. As the voice of Radio 1’s prestigious dance programming, Pete Tong […]

Rag'n'Bone Man Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show in August
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Rag’n’Bone Man Announces Custom House Square, Belfast Show in August

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

The biggest UK breakout star of 2017 Rag’n’Bone Man (AKA Rory Graham) has announced a headline show at Custom House Square on Friday, August 24th, 2018. With the release of the single‘ Human’ climbing to […]

THIRTY SECONDS TO MARS to play The SSE Arena, Belfast on May 29th & 3Arena, Dublin on May 30th
Gigs

THIRTY SECONDS TO MARS to play The SSE Arena, Belfast on May 29th & 3Arena, Dublin on May 30th

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

Multi-platinum selling band Thirty Seconds to Mars have just announced Irish dates on their huge European tour in 2018 including shows at The SSE Arena, Belfast on May 29th & 3Arena, Dublin on May 30th. […]

U2 Include Belfast in Their 2018 eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour
Gigs

U2 Announce Belfast + Dublin Shows

January 29, 2018 XS Noize

Live Nation and MCD today confirm shows in Dublin and Belfast on U2’s upcoming eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE Tour with tickets on sale from 2nd February. As part of their European tour, the band will play […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS Announce new single “IT’S A BEAUTIFUL WORLD”

January 26, 2018 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds announce new single ‘It’s A Beautiful World’ – the second to be taken from the No.1 album ‘Who Built the Moon?’, following the success of the first single ‘Holy Mountain’. […]

SUEDE Announce the Release of the 25th Anniversary Silver Edition of Iconic Debut Album 'SUEDE'
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SUEDE Announce the Release of the 25th Anniversary Silver Edition of Iconic Debut Album ‘SUEDE’

January 26, 2018 XS Noize

Suede has announced the release of the ‘Suede 25th Anniversary Silver Edition’ boxset. Released on Edsel records on the 30th March, the deluxe, 4 CD and DVD set features the band’s original, iconic debut album, […]

RICHARD ASHCROFT & LOUIS BERRY to Join LIAM GALLAGHER @ Belsonic in June
Gigs

RICHARD ASHCROFT & LOUIS BERRY to Join LIAM GALLAGHER @ Belsonic in June

January 26, 2018 XS Noize

One of the UK’s leading songwriters and former frontman of The Verve, Richard Ashcroft has been announced as a Special Guest at Belsonic 2018 alongside Liam Gallagher and Louis Berry at Ormeau Park, Belfast on […]

EASTER Release second album 'Meander Lines' - out 30 March 2018 on Super Smash Hit Records
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EASTER Release second album ‘Meander Lines’ – out 30 March 2018 on Super Smash Hit Records

January 25, 2018 XS Noize

Easter release Meander Lines on 30th March 2018 via Loose Faith. With a moniker more be-fitting with every release, Easter’s second album is another re-birth that builds on the energy and experimentalism of debut LP […]

Leading music names to support ‘Music Potential’ in Belfast.
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Leading music names to support ‘Music Potential’ in Belfast.

January 24, 2018 XS Noize

The Oh Yeah Music Centre in Belfast has brought together some leading names in music to facilitate and deliver the upcoming Capital XTRA ‘Music Potential’ programme. Guest mentors include Ivor Novello winner and Grammy nominated […]

SOUL II SOUL Announce 30th anniversary UK tour
Gigs

SOUL II SOUL Announce 30th anniversary UK tour

January 24, 2018 XS Noize

Iconic British band Soul II Soul will embark on a landmark tour of the UK in 2018 marking 30 years of hugely influential success, paying tribute to their legendary debut album, ‘Club Classics Vol 1’.   […]

CABBAGE Announce Debut Album - ‘Nihilistic Glamour Shots’
Gigs

CABBAGE Announce Debut Album – ‘Nihilistic Glamour Shots’

January 24, 2018 XS Noize

‘Nihilistic Glamour Shots’ is the debut album from Cabbage, to be released 30 th March 2018 on Infectious Music. Listen to the new single ‘Arms Of Pleonexia’, premiered last night on Radio 1 by Huw […]

NIGHTMARE AIR will be touring with GARY NUMAN In support of the new album - 'FADE OUT'
Gigs

NIGHTMARE AIR will be touring with GARY NUMAN In support of the new album – ‘FADE OUT’

January 24, 2018 XS Noize

Named after a skateboard move from an 80’s skate film, Los Angeles band NIGHTMARE AIR emphasizes sonic momentum, during both live performances and in the studio. Nightmare Air’s Dave Dupuis, a veteran of L.A. shoegazers […]

SWERVEDRIVER Announce UK shows playing the albums Raise and Mezcal Head in their entirety
Gigs

SWERVEDRIVER Announce UK shows playing the albums Raise and Mezcal Head in their entirety

January 24, 2018 XS Noize

Following a huge North American tour in 2017, Swervedriver have announced UK shows playing the albums Raise and Mezcal Head in their entirety. An Evening with Swervedriver will come to the UK in May 2018. In 2013, Swervedriver performed their debut album, Raise, in its […]

DEL AMITRI will return in 2018 for a UK tour
Gigs

DEL AMITRI Announce Glasgow Barrowlands Shows

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

Del Amitri today announce two very special hometown shows to conclude their 2018 tour, with the celebrated Scottish five-piece due to play Glasgow Barrowlands for the first time since 2002 on July 28th & 29th. […]

BRITNEY SPEARS Announces Dublin Show @ 3ARENA on 20 August
Gigs

BRITNEY SPEARS Announces Dublin Show @ 3ARENA on 20 August

January 23, 2018 XS Noize

Legendary pop icon Britney Spears has announced her exclusive last time ever, a limited tour of her award-winning and record-breaking show, “Britney: Piece of Me.” For the first and only time, “Britney: Piece of Me” […]

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