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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
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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 […]

          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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U2 unveil the official video for "You’re The Best Thing About Me,” Watch Now!
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U2 unveil the official video for “You’re The Best Thing About Me,” Watch Now!

September 27, 2017 XS Noize

U2 have released the official video for “You’re The Best Thing About Me,” the first single from their highly anticipated 14th album, Songs of Experience set for release later this year. The video, directed by […]

MIKE FINNIGAN - To release his stunning debut album 'Home Again' in November
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MIKE FINNIGAN – To release his stunning debut album ‘Home Again’ in November

September 27, 2017 XS Noize

Mike Finnigan is a singer-songwriter hailing from Manchester, he first picked up a guitar when he was 16 and has been writing and playing ever since. Having cut his teeth playing the live circuit in […]

COURTNEY BARNETT AND KURT VILE Share New Single “CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST” - WATCH VIDEO HERE
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COURTNEY BARNETT AND KURT VILE Share New Single “CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST” – WATCH VIDEO HERE

September 26, 2017 XS Noize

By now you would have heard that Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile, two of the most accomplished songwriters of their generation, are releasing a very special collaborative album, “Lotta Sea Lice” October 13th – at […]

THE HORRORS Reveal Stunning New Track - ‘MACHINE’ - Listen Now! 1
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THE HORRORS – Reveal striking yet strange new video for ‘Something to Remember Me By’.

September 26, 2017 XS Noize

The Horrors have revealed a striking yet strange new video for ‘Something to Remember Me By’. Director Max Weiland said: “this video is a comment on society’s obsession with celebrity and the music industry’s attempt […]

STEREOPHONICS - Announce Belfast, SSE Arena Show, Thursday 15th March 2018
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STEREOPHONICS – Announce Belfast, SSE Arena Show, Thursday 15th March 2018

September 26, 2017 XS Noize

One of Britain’s best live bands Stereophonics will embark on a major UK arena tour early 2018 following the release their new album ‘Scream Above The Sounds’. Twenty years after their debut ‘Word Gets Around’; […]

DEACON BLUE - Announce Belfast, Ulster Hall Gig, Tuesday 13th November 2018
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DEACON BLUE – Announce Belfast, Ulster Hall Gig, Tuesday 13th November 2018

September 25, 2017 XS Noize

Deacon Blue are delighted to announce their 2018 Tour, ‘To Be Here Someday’, a celebration of 30 years of Deacon Blue. The last 5 years of Deacon Blue have seen a creative surge, and the […]

EMBRACE - Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED - Listen to track
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EMBRACE – Announce their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED – Listen to track

September 25, 2017 XS Noize

Embrace have announced their brand new album LOVE IS A BASIC NEED which will be released on 9th March 2018 through Cooking Vinyl and is available to pre-order everywhere now. They have also released a […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
Gigs

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. ‘WHO BUILT THE MOON?’, plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour

September 25, 2017 XS Noize

While flowing from the same, molten core of melody, songwriting craft and towering self-belief, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds’ new album, Who Built The Moon? alters the legendary singer-songwriter’s course following a bracing, two-year creative […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Depeche Mode - Spirit
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DEPECHE MODE – Release Cover Video Of DAVID BOWIE’S “HEROES” On Song’s 40th ANNIVERSARY…

September 22, 2017 XS Noize

After including a cover of David Bowie’s “Heroes” in their Global Spirit Tour set list in Europe and North America, Depeche Mode today released a video of their haunting, emotionally-charged version of the song. The […]

Acclaimed New London Five-Piece CURSE OF LONO Release Their Debut Album + Announce Headline Show
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CURSE OF LONO – Announce Europe Tour Dates with CHUCK PROPHET

September 21, 2017 XS Noize

London five-piece Curse Of Lono announce November European tour dates with Chuck Prophet plus single Send For The Whisky, take a look at the video filmed in East London’s Wilton’s Music Hall BELOW. Founded and […]

OTHERKIN - Share New Single 'Come On, Hello' - Listen
Gigs

OTHERKIN Share ‘React’ Live Session & Announce Radio 1 ‘Album of the Week’

September 21, 2017 XS Noize

Otherkin have today share their live session for React, taken from huge debut album OK, out 29th September, and announce their ‘Album of the Week’ slot on Huw Stephens’ Radio 1 show next week. 2017 […]

GENGAHR return with brand new single 'Carrion', + announce intimate headline show at London's Omeara
Gigs

GENGAHR return with brand new single ‘Carrion’, + announce intimate headline show at London’s Omeara

September 21, 2017 XS Noize

Gengahr have unveiled brand new single, ‘Carrion’ available now on Transgressive Records. Produced by Neil Comber (Glass Animals, M.I.A, Songhoy Blues) ‘Carrion’ is a hugely compelling return from the band and finds them taking a […]

SHANIA TWAIN - Announces 2018 UK & Ireland Tour!
Gigs

SHANIA TWAIN – Announces 2018 UK & Ireland Tour!

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Having stolen the show at Radio 2’s Live in Hyde Park earlier this month, multiplatinum, multi-award winning Shania Twain announces 6 unmissable UK & Ireland arena dates for autumn 2018 – the first time Shania […]

REWS - Release debut album 'Pyro' in November + Announce UK Tour
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REWS – Release debut album ‘Pyro’ in November + Announce UK Tour

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Hotly tipped London-based rock duo Rews have announced the release of their debut album Pyro, which will be out November 3rd on Marshall Records ahead of a headline UK tour. The album’s sound is raw […]

LEA PORCELAIN - Unveil video for ‘Loose Life’ & alt-J remix
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Lea Porcelain unveil new remix EP ‘LEA PORCELAIN REMIXED’ featuring Scuba, Lea Porcelain’s Julien Bracht and Thom from alt-J

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Having recently sold out their own London headline show at Sebright Arms on 29th August, and lauded for their entertaining live slots at Reading and Leeds Festival this year; Lea Porcelain, who released their debut […]

THE SEX PISTOLS To Release 'Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols' 40th Anniversary deluxe edition 1
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THE SEX PISTOLS To Release ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols’ 40th Anniversary deluxe edition

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

It is now almost 40 years to the day since the Sex Pistols ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols’ was released and to mark this significant anniversary USM/UMC are proud to revisit the […]

IRON MAIDEN - Announce 'The Book Of Souls' live album 1
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IRON MAIDEN – Announce ‘The Book Of Souls’ live album

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Warner Music will release IRON MAIDEN’s ‘The Book Of Souls: Live Chapter’ on November 17th worldwide [through BMG in the USA]. This live recording comprises 15 songs captured during ‘The Book Of Souls World Tour’, […]

CABBAGE - Announce London Headline Show
Gigs

CABBAGE – Announce London Headline Show

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Cabbage have today announced a London headline show at ULU on Thursday 5th October. The gig will be their biggest ever headliner in London, and follows sold-out shows this year at Dingwalls and The Scala. […]

VILE ASSEMBLY - Release debut album 'Fattened By The Horrors Of War' in October
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VILE ASSEMBLY – Release debut album ‘Fattened By The Horrors Of War’ in October

September 20, 2017 XS Noize

Vile Assembly are Mark Wainwright, Mark Webb and Paul Mason, a tight knit trio of songwriters, musicians and producers. Spiralling from the success of singles ‘Suicide Feast’ and ‘Gone’ earlier this year, the Liverpool based […]

STEVEN WILSON announces major 2018 UK & Irish tour including a date at Belfast’s Mandela Hall
Gigs

STEVEN WILSON – Announces third ROYAL ALBERT HALL SHOW and single ‘NOWHERE NOW’

September 19, 2017 XS Noize

Steven Wilson has announced details of a third and final show at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall in 2018. He plays the venue on Thursday March 29th – his two previously announced shows there are […]

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