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        • The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          White Denim
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          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
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          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 […]

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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: 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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

  • 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
        • 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 […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
          Podcast

          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

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CABBAGE - unveil the new video for their current single ‘Kevin’, Watch Now
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CABBAGE – unveil the new video for their current single ‘Kevin’, Watch Now

October 24, 2017 XS Noize

Cabbage have today unveiled the new video for their current single ‘Kevin’, available now on Infectious Music. Co-starring cult Manchester busking band The Piccadilly Rats, the video was shot earlier this month in Piccadilly Gardens […]

TRAMPOLENE - release single 'The Boy That Life Forgot' ahead of debut album
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TRAMPOLENE – release single ‘The Boy That Life Forgot’ ahead of debut album

October 24, 2017 XS Noize

Welsh wonders Trampolene release a new single, ‘The Boy That Life Forgot,’ on Friday 8th December. The single is taken from their debut album ‘Swansea To Hornsey’ (released October 27th), which is available on limited […]

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Paul Draper talks new solo tour, beards + Mansun reissues
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PAUL DRAPER announces exciting update for 2018 TOUR

October 24, 2017 XS Noize

Following his recent sold out run of solo dates, Paul Draper has announced additional details about his 2018 UK tour. At each of the shows, Paul will play two sets: first, he will play tracks […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB - Release powerful new single 'Lunatic' ahead of major Autumn UK tour
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB – Release powerful new single ‘Lunatic’ ahead of major Autumn UK tour

October 20, 2017 XS Noize

Receiving its very first play on Chris Hawkins’ 6Music show this morning, the new single also arrives as the band prepare to take on some of their biggest headline shows to date at the likes […]

DHANI HARRISON - Announces debut solo album with first single
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DHANI HARRISON – Releases video for ‘All About Waiting’, taken from his first solo album

October 20, 2017 XS Noize

Dhani Harrison unveiled the music video for his first single ‘All About Waiting’ from the new album IN///PARALLEL released earlier this month. Harrison gave what Rolling Stone deemed a “scorching” performance of the single last […]

WATCH: Hey Charlie reveal new video for 'Young + Lonesome'
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WATCH: Hey Charlie reveal new video for ‘Young + Lonesome’

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

‘Young and Lonesome’ is the brand new video from hotly tipped female fronted 3-piece Hey Charlie. Taken from an EP of the same name, this is the debut release from the London based trio who […]

PALE SEAS - Announce headline tour for November
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PALE SEAS – Announce headline tour for November

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Following the recent release of their long-awaited debut album Stargazing for Beginners, Pale Seas can today announce news of an upcoming UK headline run. The shows will prove to be fans’ first chance to hear […]

QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE - 2018 Villains North America Tour Dates Confirmed
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QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE – 2018 Villains North America Tour Dates Confirmed

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Having laid waste to grateful capacity crowds from Chicago’s Riot Fest to Denver’s Red Rocks to the 30,000+ strong throng at the recent CalJam 17—and with a first-ever headline engagement at New York’s Madison Square […]

WEEZER - Announces New Single "Happy Hour," - Listen Now!
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WEEZER – Announces New Single “Happy Hour,” – Listen Now!

October 19, 2017 XS Noize

Los Angeles, CA’s Weezer have released the next single off their forthcoming eleventh album, Pacific Daydream, to be released on Crush Music/Atlantic Records on October 27th, 2017. The effervescent song – “Happy Hour” – can […]

FRANK TURNER - Announces career retrospective album ‘Songbook' for November 1
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FRANK TURNER – Announces career retrospective album ‘Songbook’ for November

October 17, 2017 XS Noize

One of the most cherished British artists working in music today, Frank Turner will release a retrospective set spanning his illustrious career in November. ‘Songbook’ will bring together highlights from across Frank’s six albums alongside […]

TEARS FOR FEARS Still Rule The World - Their Greatest Hits Album Out November 10th 2
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TEARS FOR FEARS Still Rule The World – Their Greatest Hits Album Out November 10th

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Following a sold-out summer arena tour highlighted by their triumphant UK return in front of 65,000-plus fans as special guests of The Killers during British Summer Time Festival at Hyde Park, Tears For Fears – […]

TOM CHAPLIN - Announces Christmas Album ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ Out November 2
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TOM CHAPLIN – Announces Christmas Album ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ Out November

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Tom Chaplin follows the success of his acclaimed solo album ‘The Wave’ (which debuted at #3 in the UK Album Chart) with a glorious new disc ‘Twelve Tales of Christmas’ out November 17th on Island […]

Electronic two-piece SIREN SECTION to release new album - 'New Disconnect'
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Electronic two-piece SIREN SECTION to release new album – ‘New Disconnect’

October 13, 2017 XS Noize

Siren Section, a two-piece Electronic Rock band from Los Angeles, California. The primary members of the band are James Cumberland and John Dowling, equal contributors on electronics, vocals, and sound design, with John handling the […]

FOO FIGHTERS, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer
Gigs

FOO FIGHTERS, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

The world’s biggest and best rock band, Foo Fighters, have announced three massive UK Stadium shows next summer, hot on the heels of their acclaimed number one album ‘Concrete and Gold’. Last Saturday, October 7th, […]

GARY BARLOW embarks on a solo tour of the UK including Belfast’s Waterfront
Gigs

GARY BARLOW embarks on a solo tour of the UK including Belfast’s Waterfront

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Gary Barlow today announced that he will embark on a solo tour of the UK and Ireland kicking off in April 2018, playing 33 dates in 24 intimate venues – including Belfast’s Waterfront. The tour […]

HIGHTOWN PIRATES Release Their debut album, 'DRY AND HIGH', in June 1
Gigs

HIGHTOWN PIRATES to release brilliant debut album ‘Dry and High’ in November

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Set for release on 10 November, ‘Dry And High’ is the debut album from Hightown Pirates. Fronted by musician and writer Simon Mason, Hightown Pirates is a project from Simon’s heart and soul. His friendship […]

TOUTS - Announce Their Highly-Anticipated Second EP ‘LIT’
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TOUTS – Announce Their Highly-Anticipated Second EP ‘LIT’

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

TOUTS will release their highly-anticipated second EP ‘LIT’ on November 10th via Hometown Records. The four-track EP will include the lead single ‘Bomb Scare’, out now. Of the single, lead singer Matthew Crossan says: “The […]

The Dark, Sinuous Worlds of Michaela Polakova and Natalie Kocab Attract Heavyweight Talent
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The Dark, Sinuous Worlds of Michaela Polakova and Natalie Kocab Attract Heavyweight Talent

October 12, 2017 XS Noize

Collaborative albums are often fraught affairs: posturing for lead billing; misunderstandings and, that legendary line – “musical differences” lurk around every corner. Not so here. Composer Michaela Polakova and singer/lyricist Natalie Kocab have united as […]

ELBOW - Announce 3Arena, Dublin Show in February
Gigs

ELBOW – Announce 3Arena, Dublin Show in February

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

elbow have announced their live return with a performance at 3Arena, Dublin on Saturday 24th February 2018 with very special guest John Grant. elbow returned with their seventh studio album in February 2017. As with […]

Fleet Foxes Announce New Album 'Crack-Up'
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FLEET FOXES – Announce 10″ EP via Record Store Day’s Black Friday

October 10, 2017 XS Noize

Fleet Foxes have announced a special edition 10” EP available exclusively at independent record stores starting on Record Store Day’s Black Friday, November 24. Those interested in purchasing a copy can find an independent record […]

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