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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
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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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The Pigeon Detectives
Gigs

THE PIGEON DETECTIVES announce November 2023 UK tour

April 24, 2023 XS Noize

Having recently unveiled the details of their long-awaited sixth studio album ‘TV Show’, which is set to land on July 7th through Dance To The Radio, The Pigeon Detectives have now announced their plans for […]

The Answer
Gigs

THE ANSWER announce Limelight, Belfast show on 9th December 2023

April 24, 2023 XS Noize

Following the success of their recently released and highly acclaimed Sundowners album, The Answer are thrilled to announce a further 5 new UK dates in November and December this year. Manchester, London, Wolverhampton, Glasgow and […]

IRON MAIDEN
News

IRON MAIDEN add more shows to 2023’s The Future Past Tour

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Following the recent announcement of IRON MAIDEN’s headline performance at Power Trip Festival in Coachella on October 6th, alongside Guns’n’Roses, AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica and Tool, the band will also be bringing their highly anticipated THE FUTURE PAST TOUR to Western Canada with […]

Andrew Cushin
Gigs

ANDREW CUSHIN announces Voodoo, Belfast show on Friday 13th October 2023

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

The North East’s fastest-rising new star, 22-year-old singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin, has announced his biggest Uk shows to date, the Waiting For The Rain Tour, which takes in 18 cities across the UK in October and […]

Sparks
Gigs

SPARKS share new track ‘Veronica Lake’ from upcoming album ‘The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte’

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Sparks have shared ‘Veronica Lake’, the second track from their hugely anticipated 26th studio album, The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte, due Friday, May 26, via Island Records.  This musical account of the American […]

Moby
News

MOBY releases the orchestral rework of ‘South Side’ featuring Kaiser Chiefs’ Ricky Wilson

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum-selling singer, songwriter and producer Moby releases the orchestral rework of South Side, featuring Ricky Wilson (Kaiser Chiefs). It is taken from the anticipated release of Moby’s 20th studio album, Resound NYC, on 12th […]

The Damned
News

THE DAMNED release new single and video – ‘You’re Gonna Realise’ from new album Darkadelic

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

“You’re Gonna Realise” is the last single prior to the release of “DARKADELIC” on April 28th… the day the world will see the dark in a whole new light. Its sound is trademark Damned… a […]

Nathan Connolly
News

NATHAN CONNOLLY releases his debut solo album ‘The Strange Order Of Things’ today

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Nathan Connolly’s debut solo album, The Strange Order Of Things, is out today! Debut single ‘Fires’ featuring Biffy Clyro’s Simon Neil, was released last month. Nathan has been the guitarist with the acclaimed Northern Irish […]

The Pigeon Detectives
News

THE PIGEON DETECTIVES release the anthemic new single ‘Falling To Pieces’

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

After announcing their plans to release their long-awaited sixth studio album ‘TV Show’ in the coming months, marking their first full-length in six years, The Pigeon Detectives follow up the record’s euphoric lead single “Lovers […]

Evil Saint Francis - Memory Lane Lying In Pain
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Evil Saint Francis – Memory Lane Lying In Pain

April 21, 2023 XS Noize

Memory Lane Lying in Pain is the debut Ep by Evil Saint Francis, the latest incarnation of Francesco Mele, who is a known figure in the Italian indie/darkwave scene. Penned at the height of lockdown […]

Ben Howard
News

BEN HOWARD announces his fifth studio album, ‘Is It?’ – Hear first single ‘Couldn’t Make It Up’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Ben Howard releases his fifth studio album, ‘Is It?’ on the 16th of June, 2023, through Island Records. In the Summer of 2022, Ben and his band recorded ‘Is It?’ over 10 days in the […]

Wolfnaut - Return of the Asteroid
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wolfnaut – Return of the Asteroid

April 20, 2023 Sam Williams

After last year’s release of the aptly named III, Norwegian stoner rock trio Wolfnaut have returned with the release of their fourth album, Return of the Asteroid. This marks the band’s first album with US-based […]

Moship
Exclusive!

TRACK PREMIERE: Colin Angus (The Shamen) Presents – Moship ‘A2E ft Michael Horowitz’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Colin Angus (The Shamen) and Digital Habitat are joined by guest orator Michael Horowitz to release their first “Moship” track “, A2E ft Michael Horowitz” (the Antidote to Everything) – a celebration of the power […]

Output Belfast
News

OUTPUT BELFAST joins forces with AVA to bring Ireland’s leading music conference to Belfast in June

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Output Belfast and AVA have joined forces to bring Ireland’s leading music conference to The MAC and The Oh Yeah Music Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter on Thursday, June 1. More than 800 delegates are […]

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
News

NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS unveil title track of forthcoming LP ‘COUNCIL SKIES’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today release new single ‘Council Skies’ – the powerful title track taken from the eagerly anticipated new studio album, due for release on 2nd June 2023 (via Sour Mash Records). […]

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West
Gigs

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West share effervescent new single ‘I Don’t Know Why’

April 20, 2023 XS Noize

Glasgow indie mainstays Declan Welsh & The Decadent West share effervescent new effort ‘I Don’t Know Why’, out today (April 20th), signalling the latest reveal from eagerly anticipated second record ‘2’, set for release September […]

Suede
News

SUEDE announce 30th anniversary debut album release plans for 7th July 2023

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Suede have announced details of a new project titled Suede30. Due on 7th July 2023, fans can look forward to special limited edition 30th anniversary releases, newly mixed and mastered, presenting the band’s classic self-titled […]

Interpol
News

INTERPOL announce collaboration project ‘Interpolations’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Interpol have announced ‘Interpolations’, a project to be released over the coming months, which sees songs from the band’s latest album, ‘The Other Side Of Make-Believe’, reworked by a group of artists encompassing Daniel Avery, […]

Foo Fighters
News

FOO FIGHTERS announce new album ‘But Here We Are’ – Hear first single ‘Rescued’

April 19, 2023 XS Noize

Following a year of staggering losses, personal introspection and bittersweet remembrances, Foo Fighters return with But Here We Are, out June 2 on Roswell Records/RCA Records. A brutally honest and emotionally raw response to everything […]

Nas - Illmatic
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Nas – Illmatic

April 19, 2023 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll post my most loved records and most recent purchases here for your perusal every week. The debut album from NYC’s finest was released on […]

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