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          News

          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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Jamie Webster
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JAMIE WEBSTER is back with new single ‘Voice Of The Voiceless’

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

Creating a lane of his own where authenticity and ambition collide with an unstoppable sense of community, the observational and aspirational singer-songwriter Jamie Webster releases his first new music of the year ahead of playing […]

Music
Features

7 Must-Have Apps for Promoting Your Music in 2023

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

In the current digital era, music promotion requires a calculated and diverse approach. Fortunately, a wide range of mobile apps provides effective resources to assist musicians in reaching and interacting with their audience. In this […]

will_butler
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WILL BUTLER + SISTER SQUARES announce their new self-titled album out September 22nd

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

Will Butler + Sister Squares announce their new self-titled album out September 22nd on Merge Records and present its lead single/video, ‘Long Grass’. Sister Squares are Miles Francis, Julie Shore, Jenny Shore and Sara Dobbs; […]

FOO FIGHTERS
Gigs

FOO FIGHTERS announce 2024 ‘Everything or Nothing at All UK Tour’

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

Making good on Dave Grohl’s promise from the stage at Glastonbury – a performance described by The Guardian as “a set that shows Foo Fighters have recaptured their very essence” – Foo Fighters are giving […]

SONNY FODERA
Gigs

SONNY FODERA announces headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast this September

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

After selling out the 3Arena in Dublin earlier this year, House music star SONNY FODERA has announced a long-awaited return to Northern Ireland to headline The Telegraph Building this September with special guests to be […]

Lana Del Rey
Gigs

LANA DEL REY announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on Friday July 7th following her Glastonbury performance

June 27, 2023 XS Noize

Lana Del Rey reveals three more surprise dates around Europe over the next three weeks “I love Europe and after playing Glastonbury, have decided to play a few more shows in various countries around my […]

Kevin Davy White
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KEVIN DAVY WHITE announces his debut album ‘Keep Dreaming Wild’ – Hear new single ‘Tomorrow’

June 26, 2023 XS Noize

After years of honing his craft and exploring his electrifying multi-genre creativity, Kevin Davy White will fulfil a life-long ambition when he releases his debut album ‘Keep Dreaming Wild’ on August 25th. Having recently released […]

Twinnie
News

British country-pop sensation TWINNIE shares new single ‘Bad Man’

June 26, 2023 XS Noize

After the British country-pop sensation Twinnie realised that her heart was in Nashville’s creative community, she decided to make the change of a lifetime and move to Music City on a full-time basis. It’s a […]

immigrant musicians
Features

How refugee and immigrant musicians enrich UK music

June 26, 2023 XS Noize

According to UNHCR, almost 110 million people were forcibly displaced worldwide in 2022. This figure was an all-time high, driven by the invasion of Ukraine and unresolved wars in other parts of the world including […]

IN FOCUS// Placebo at O2 Academy Glasgow, Scotland Credit: Alina Salihbekova
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Placebo at O2 Academy, Glasgow, Scotland

June 26, 2023 Alina Salihbekova

Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal, aka Placebo, performed in Glasgow at the O2 Academy on the 24th of June. The show was sold out, and the venue was packed with passionate fans. There was an […]

Aries Marquis
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Aries Marquis talks ‘Motivation’ & future music plans

June 26, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

With his talent having first been recognised by his father – who heard him singing on a voicemail – Aries Marquis has been performing since 2007, and the music he makes blends an array of […]

Elton John
News

ELTON JOHN unveils a highly collectable, extremely limited edition release of ‘Diamonds (Pyramid Edition)’

June 26, 2023 XS Noize

In celebration of Elton John’s lauded headline performance at Glastonbury Festival, today we announce a highly collectable, extremely limited edition release of ‘Diamonds (Pyramid Edition)’ pressed on Coloured Vinyl.  The track listing, personally selected by […]

MUSE
Gigs

MUSE announce ‘Will Of The People’ new UK & Ireland arena dates for 2023

June 26, 2023 XS Noize

Multi-platinum and Grammy Award-winning rock band Muse have today announced a continuation of their massive Will Of The People World tour with UK and Ireland arena dates confirmed for this autumn at Dublin 3Arena and […]

Hozier
News

HOZIER fulfils overwhelming fan demand for the release of ‘Unknown / Nth’

June 23, 2023 XS Noize

Today, due to overwhelming fan demand since first teasing the song in September of last year, Hozier has shared “Unknown / Nth” from his forthcoming album Unreal Unearth. Featuring dreamy blues guitar thread over a […]

MASK
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: MASK share their cover version of ‘Days (Live)’ by The Kinks

June 22, 2023 XS Noize

British rock duo MASK are truly rolling as anticipation builds for their third studio album, ’Zenith’ (due for release on Friday, 4th August). Headed up by ‘H’ Humphrey (Belfast) and Craig Coppock (Liverpool), their last […]

TRIBES
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Johnny Lloyd and Dan White from TRIBES discuss ‘Rabbit Head’ – their first album in ten years

June 22, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #135 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets Johnny Lloyd and Dan White from TRIBES to talk about ‘Rabbit Head’ – their first album in ten years. With their boldest record yet, […]

Joe Cassidy
News

Joe Cassidy Chrysalis Award Launched To Support Emerging NI Artist

June 22, 2023 XS Noize

The NI Music Prize will feature the presentation of a very special award later this year. The Joe Cassidy Chrysalis Award was created in loving memory of an immense talent taken too soon. From Belfast, […]

pil
News

PUBLIC IMAGE LTD. (PIL) share new single ‘Car Chase’ – from their forthcoming album ‘End of World’

June 22, 2023 XS Noize

Public Image Ltd. (PiL) share new single, “Car Chase”, taken from their forthcoming 11th studio album and first album in 8 years, End of World, released on 11th August 2023 on PiL Official LTD via […]

Neon Waltz
News

NEON WALTZ share electrifying new single ‘A Million People’

June 21, 2023 XS Noize

Scottish indie-rock band Neon Waltz release their latest single, ‘A Million People’, the second track from their upcoming album, ‘Honey Now’, out on 1st September. The band will be performing live on 1st July in […]

Beck and Versailles
News

BECK & PHOENIX collaborate on new single ‘Odyssey’

June 21, 2023 XS Noize

Modern music’s consummate chameleon Beck and Versailles’ foremost musical ambassadors Phoenix have teamed up to create an utterly infectious summer anthem in “Odyssey,” a landmark collaboration out today via Capitol Records. Three minutes and 47 […]

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