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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
          News

          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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THE UNTHANKS SHARE VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE 'FLUTTER' - watch
New Music

THE UNTHANKS SHARE VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE ‘FLUTTER’ – watch

January 19, 2015 XS Noize

When The Unthanks released ‘Last’ in 2011, Uncut wrote that “The Unthanks seem to regard folk music the same way Miles Davis regarded jazz: as a launch pad for exploring the wider possibilities”. Two years […]

CHEATAHS SHARE NEW SINGLE 'SUNNE' - listen
New Music

CHEATAHS SHARE NEW SINGLE ‘SUNNE’ – listen

January 17, 2015 XS Noize

Cheatahs have gifted us another track from their forthcoming Sunne EP, and the title track is every bit as optimistic as you were last week about your New Year resolutions. Luckily, Cheatahs bright new outlook […]

PETITE NOIR RELEASES NEW EP 'THE KING OF ANXIETY' IN JANUARY 2015
New Music

PETITE NOIR SHARES NEW TRACK ‘SHADOWS’ – listen

January 17, 2015 XS Noize

Petite Noir has shared the track ‘Shadows’, taken from his forthcoming EP, ‘The King Of Anxiety, which is released digitally next week. ‘Shadows’ embraces more electronic influences than previous track ‘Chess’, but once again showcases […]

WINDHAND'S DORTHIA COTTRELL SHARES "KNEELER" - listen
New Music

WINDHAND’S DORTHIA COTTRELL SHARES “KNEELER” – listen

January 17, 2015 XS Noize

Windhand’s thunderous front woman, Dorthia Cottrell has delivered us a remarkable solo album carrying ten songs written over the span of a decade and exhibits Dorthia’s palpable vocals and lyrics that push into a new […]

AVID DANCER ANNOUNCES DEBUT LP 1ST BATH OUT APRIL 14TH
New Music

AVID DANCER ANNOUNCES DEBUT LP 1ST BATH OUT APRIL 14TH

January 17, 2015 XS Noize

Jacob Dillan Summers has been many things. A sheltered fundamentalist Christian kid. A world champion drumline drummer. A marine. A lovesick transplant to icy Alaska. But in July 2014, he was just a man stabbing […]

GENERATIONALS - NEW ALBUM 'ALIX'
New Music

GENERATIONALS UNLEASH ‘REVIVER’ VIDEO – watch here

January 17, 2015 XS Noize

2014 saw Generationals release their sunny fourth studio album Alix and cover the better part of North America playing sold out shows supporting it. Released last fall, the record comprises the band’s signature blend of […]

THE VERONICAS TO RELEASE SELF-TITLED ALBUM FEBRUARY 23RD
New Music

THE VERONICAS TO RELEASE SELF-TITLED ALBUM FEBRUARY 23RD

January 16, 2015 XS Noize

The Veronicas, who are currently Top 5 in the iTunes chart and Top 10 in the official midweeks with their single ‘You Ruin Me’, will release their eagerly awaited third album, THE VERONICAS, on February, […]

SUPER FURRY ANIMALS TO RELEASE BIOGRAPHY 'THE RISE OF THE SUPER FURRY ANIMALS' IN 2015
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SUPER FURRY ANIMALS TO RELEASE BIOGRAPHY ‘THE RISE OF THE SUPER FURRY ANIMALS’ IN 2015

January 16, 2015 XS Noize

A biography based on Super Furry Animals will be released in 2015. The Rise of the Super Furry Animals, written by music journalist Ric Rawlins, will hit stores in February this year. Rawlins, formerly digital […]

THE WAR ON DRUGS NOMINATED FOR BRIT AWARD
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THE WAR ON DRUGS NOMINATED FOR BRIT AWARD

January 16, 2015 XS Noize

Today sees more accolades for Philly’s finest with The War On Drugs being nominated for INTERNATIONAL GROUP at this year’s BRIT AWARDS, alongside the likes of Foo Fighters and The Black Keys. The BRIT Award […]

NICK EDWARD HARRIS
New Music

NICK EDWARD HARRIS PREMIERES NEW VIDEO FOR ‘CALM YOUR DEMONS’ – watch

January 16, 2015 XS Noize

Nick Edward Harris dances with his demons for new video… Nick Edward Harris has premiered his new video for his first sing ‘Calm Your Demons’. ‘Calm Your Demons’ is evidence of Harris’ progression, and captivates […]

A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS UNVEIL 'STRAIGHT' VIDEO WATCH HERE
New Music

A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS SHARE NEW TRACK ‘WE’VE COME SO FAR’, OUT ON 09 FEBRUARY

January 16, 2015 XS Noize

A Place To Bury Strangers’ new album, Transfixiation, is out in just over a month on Dead Oceans. “We’ve Come So Far” is a blistering all out explosion of sound and is possibly the closest […]

THE ELECTRIC CHEESE JOIN NEW LABEL TO RELEASE EP
New Music

THE ELECTRIC CHEESE JOIN NEW LABEL TO RELEASE EP

January 16, 2015 Marty Clarke

Chorley based psychedelic pop trio The Electric Cheese have joined up with German Shepherd to release their first EP “Lactose Intolerant”. The band were formed in March 2014 after former Taser Puppets bass player Jason […]

THE LUCID DREAM RELEASE SELF TITLED 2ND ALBUM 30TH MARCH
New Music

THE LUCID DREAM RELEASE SELF TITLED 2ND ALBUM 30TH MARCH

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

The Lucid Dream’s 2nd album follows on from 2 hugely successful singles taken from the long player, ‘Moonstruck’ and ‘Unchained’, both released in 2014. Between them the singles gained support from BBC Radio 1, 2 […]

MOON KING ANNOUNCE 'SECRET LIFE LP' OUT APRIL 14TH
New Music

MOON KING ANNOUNCE ‘SECRET LIFE LP’ OUT APRIL 14TH

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

Toronto duo Moon King have crafted a raw, rapturous & emotional record documenting their ascent from an airy conceptual project into a powerful live band. The result is Secret Life which will be released on […]

HAPPYNESS UNVEIL TOUR DETAILS & SIGN TO MOSHI MOSHI RECORDS
New Music

HAPPYNESS UNVEIL TOUR DETAILS & SIGN TO MOSHI MOSHI RECORDS

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

After a whirlwind 2014, which ultimately saw the South London trio make NME’s Best Newcomers list, as well as The Sunday Times Best Albums of The Year, Happyness can finally announce that they have signed […]

2:54 UNVEIL NEW VIDEO FOR "CREST"  AHEAD OF FULL U.S. LIVE TOUR!
New Music

2:54 UNVEIL NEW VIDEO FOR “CREST” AHEAD OF FULL U.S. LIVE TOUR!

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

London-based sister duo, 2:54, have premiered a visceral, gritty black and white promo video to accompany “Crest”, one of the rawest, punkiest, cuts from their second album, The Other I, released last November via Bella […]

VIET CONG RELEASE SELF TITLED ALBUM NEXT WEEK
New Music

VIET CONG RELEASE SELF TITLED ALBUM NEXT WEEK

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

It takes less than sixty seconds of album opener “Newspaper Spoons” for you to decide that Viet Cong is a winter record. The album has barely begun, and the guitar doesn’t snarl until the end […]

THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK DEBUT SINGLE 'BROWN EYES' - listen here
New Music

THE NEW SOUTHERN ELECTRIKK TO RELEASE ‘BROWN EYES’ – listen

January 15, 2015 XS Noize

Almost everybody has experienced the pain of a broken heart at some point in their lives, and it was a heartbreak that led Rikki Turner of The New Southern Electrikk to write the melody and […]

TRAVIS BRETZER DEBUT ALBUM 'WAXING ROMANTIC' OUT FEBRUARY
New Music

TRAVIS BRETZER SHARES NEW TRACK ‘ LADY RED’ – listen

January 14, 2015 XS Noize

“We stick together, and things keep getting better” sings Travis Bretzer on the opening verse of ‘Lady Red’, the second single from his debut album Waxing Romantic. It’s the kind of sentiment that Waxing Romantic […]

PEACE ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE:  ‘I’M A GIRL’ - watch video
New Music

PEACE ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE: ‘I’M A GIRL’ – watch video

January 14, 2015 XS Noize

Peace announce the release of sparkling new single ‘I’m a girl’ which will be available for download January 13th. Written in a ‘tiny converted office unit above a weird clothing factory in Hackney that I […]

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