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        • 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 […]

          Peter Gabriel
          News

          Peter Gabriel releases fourth o/i track ‘Till Your Mind Is Shining’ during Pink Full Moon

          April 2, 2026

          The pink full moon, sees the release of Till Your Mind Is Shining the fourth track to be taken from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “To my ears it’s the closest I get to a […]

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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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IN FOCUS// Haircut 100 at The Limelight, Belfast © Bernie McAllister
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Haircut One Hundred at The Limelight, Belfast

October 10, 2023 Bernie McAllister

Fresh from sold-out shows in London and Oxford in May, ’80s new wave pop band Haircut One Hundred kicked off their Haircut 100% Live Tour in Belfast with a brilliant performance at the iconic Limelight, […]

Bryan Adams
Gigs

BRYAN ADAMS announces Dublin and Belfast dates as part of his 2024 ‘So Happy It Hurts’ tour

October 10, 2023 XS Noize

Bryan Adams has announced Dublin and Belfast dates as part of his 2024 So Happy It Hurts tour at 3Arena, Dublin, on 21 May and The SSE Arena on 22 May. Tickets go on sale […]

Blossoms
News

BLOSSOMS reveal brand new single ‘To Do List (After The Breakup)’ Feat. Findlay

October 9, 2023 XS Noize

Blossoms have today revealed their brand-new single “To Do List (After The Breakup)” featuring Findlay and produced by long-term producer James Skelly. The single is the first new music from Blossoms since their third Number […]

Unknown Territories
News

Mancunian supergroup UNKNOWN TERRITORIES announce debut single ‘Broken’

October 9, 2023 XS Noize

Unknown Territories is a Mancunian supergroup of sorts; what started out as an idea between Rikki Turner (Paris Angels) and Martin McLaren grew into a project with Seán Crossey, Esther Maylor (Heavy Salad), Tom Hingley […]

Neal Bernard
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Neal Barnard talks CarbonWorks, health & his new book

October 9, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

Neal Barnard is a man of many talents and many passions. Impressively, he’s found a way to blend his work, encouraging people to eat and live well with that of his work as an artist […]

IN FOCUS// New Order at First Direct Arena, Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// New Order at First Direct Arena, Leeds

October 9, 2023 Alina Salihbekova

One of the biggest post-punk genre legends, New Order, performed at the First Direct Arena in Leeds. The gig was filled with nostalgia, Joy Division and Ian Curtis tributes, and new material. Fun rock band […]

Christy Moore
Gigs

Legendary singer/songwriter CHRISTY MOORE returns to Belfast next year to play Live at Botanic Gardens

October 9, 2023 XS Noize

One of the most compelling and inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, Christy has a universal fan base and still continues to entertain, cementing him as an Irish icon. It is his deep urge to […]

Becky Hill
Gigs

BECKY HILL & special guest JAZZY announced for BELSONIC 2024

October 9, 2023 XS Noize

Following a sold-out CHSQ earlier this year, two-time Brit-award-winning singer-songwriter Becky Hill has announced her biggest Belfast headline show to date at Belsonic, Ormeau Park, Belfast, on Saturday 15th June 2024 with very special guest […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Lauren Lakis – A Fiesta and a Hell
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Lauren Lakis – A Fiesta and a Hell

October 6, 2023 Randall Radic

Austin, Texas-based dark rock/shoegaze artist Lauren Lakis releases her new album, A Fiesta and a Hell, via Green Witch Recordings. Recorded in Austin, the album was produced by Carey McGraw, mixed by Elliott Frazier, and […]

The Corrs
News

THE CORRS release cover of Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Little Lies’ & announce reissue of ‘Best Of The Corrs’

October 6, 2023 XS Noize

Newly reissued in expanded form, The Corrs announce that Best Of The Corrs will be made available for the first time on vinyl – out December 1st – in a stunning limited edition 2LP gold […]

Manic Street Preachers & Suede
News

Manic Street Preachers & Suede announce UK and Ireland co-headline tour for summer 2024

October 6, 2023 XS Noize

Two of the UK’s most influential and iconic bands, Manic Street Preachers and Suede, have today announced a massive co-headline tour for summer 2024. The dates, starting at Llangollen in Wales on 28th June, take […]

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
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OMD release video for new single ‘Veruschka’ ahead of forthcoming album ‘Bauhaus Staircase’

October 6, 2023 XS Noize

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) today release their inimitable new single ‘Veruschka’ – the third instalment from their forthcoming new studio album Bauhaus Staircase – out October 27th on 100% Records. A simply beautiful […]

Sufjan Stevens – Javelin
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Sufjan Stevens – Javelin

October 6, 2023 Niall Donnelly

On what will be his 10th studio album and first since 2020, Sufjan Stevens returns with Javelin. An album marking the departure from recent experimental projects such as ‘Ascension’ and ‘Convocations’, and a return to […]

MODERNLOVE
News

MODERNLOVE. share new single ‘Plans’ ahead of world headline tour

October 5, 2023 XS Noize

Ireland’s future arena stars modernlove. are on a roll, their recent single ‘Shades Of Blue’ taking them back to Radio 1 with support from Sian Eleri as well as earning their first major airplay in […]

Jamie Miller
News

JAMIE MILLER releases ‘The Things I Left Unsaid’ EP

October 5, 2023 XS Noize

Having come from humble beginnings in working-class Wales, the Los Angeles-based artist Jamie Miller has become a breakthrough pop star with widespread international success. After just one EP and a handful of singles, he has […]

Haircut 100
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Nick Heyward from Haircut 100 unveils the stories behind ‘Pelican West’ & teases UK & Ireland tour

October 5, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #149 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Nick Heyward from 80s new wave pop band Haircut 100 to talk about the 40th anniversary of their classic debut album Pelican West & […]

RUBY J
Exclusive!

TRACK PREMIERE: RUBY J – Home

October 5, 2023 XS Noize

Hailing from the mighty Midlands UK, at 18, indie-soul Singer/Songwriter and recording artist RUBY J fuses multiple genres with her unique style. In 2020, Paloma Faith said, “Ruby J is that unique voice”. 2022 saw […]

Cara Dillon
News

CARA DILLON announces new album ‘Coming Home’ & shares video for single ‘Clear the Path’

October 4, 2023 XS Noize

Cara Dillon, one of Ireland’s leading folk singers, has announced her first new album in six years — Coming Home — set for release in early 2024, and has shared the first single, ‘Clear the […]

Spiritualized
News

SPIRITUALIZED announce the reissue of ‘Amazing Grace’

October 4, 2023 XS Noize

Spiritualized and Fat Possum Records today announce the reissue of Amazing Grace on 19th January 2024 as part of the second volume of The Spaceman Reissue Program: Curated by J Spaceman. Remastered for vinyl in […]

James Blunt
News

JAMES BLUNT touches on loss in new single ‘The Girl That Never Was’

October 4, 2023 XS Noize

Hot off the back of a show-stopping performance at ‘Radio 2 In The Park’, James Blunt today releases ‘The Girl That Never Was’, the emotional next instalment of music from his upcoming new album Who […]

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