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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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Blur
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BLUR announce very special guest PAUL WELLER for second Wembley Stadium show on 9 July 2023

February 22, 2023 XS Noize

Metropolis Music today announced that very special guest Paul Weller, as well as The Selecter and Snooker Champion/DJ Steve Davis will join the line-up for Blur’s second Wembley show on 9th July.  The band’s first-ever […]

Mark McCarney
Gigs

MARK MCCARNEY announces Belfast, Limelight 1 show on Saturday 2 December 2023

February 22, 2023 XS Noize

Mark McCarney brings his first live hour of Stand Up to Limelight. Mark McCarney is swiftly emerging as one of Northern Ireland’s most talked about performers. His rise in the comedy scene has seen him […]

Shame – Food for Worms
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Shame – Food for Worms

February 22, 2023 Alex Hoggard

The South London five-piece Shame return with their third album, Food for Worms, which marks a departure from their previous efforts. Moving away from their post-punk beginnings, the band have tapped into their eclectic range […]

Billy Lockett
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Billy Lockett talks ‘Abington Grove’, mental health & the future

February 22, 2023 Rebecca Haslam

10 years ago, Billy Lockett came to huge attention, notably in the UK, when he toured with KT Tunstall. Three EPs, a family tragedy and a long and hard battle with sobriety later, this past […]

Tiny Ruins
News

TINY RUINS announce their fourth album ‘Ceremony’ & share new single ‘Dorothy Bay’

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Tiny Ruins, the project of New Zealand musician Hollie Fullbrook, announces their fourth album, Ceremony, out April 28th via Marathon Artists, and shares a new single, ‘Dorothy Bay’. The follow-up to 2019’s celebrated Olympic Girls, […]

W.A.S.P.
Gigs

W.A.S.P. announce headline show at Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 26 March

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

W.A.S.P. wrapped up their first US tour in 10 years with a sold-out show at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, this brings a total of 18 sold-out shows for the US tour. The show features […]

Jordan
News

JORDAN announces headline show at Limelight, Belfast on 12th May

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Hailing from Salford (UK), Jordan is loud and proud about his roots and hard upbringing. A master of storytelling, Jordan portrays the pain he has suffered through the lyrics in his raps, displaying realism which […]

The Boo Radleys
Gigs

THE BOO RADLEYS share new single – ‘The Unconscious’ and news of further tour dates

February 21, 2023 XS Noize

Feeling ever more back where they belong as new music and touring announcements detonate love bombs amongst fans old and new, both in the UK and overseas, The Boo Radleys follow up their New Year […]

The Slow Readers Club - Knowledge Freedom Power
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Slow Readers Club – Knowledge Freedom Power

February 21, 2023 Sandra Blemster

Manchester quartet, The Slow Readers Club are back with their sixth studio album Knowledge Freedom Power. Following on from their 2020 Top 10 album The Joy of the Return which was released around the time […]

Charlie Simpson
News

‘The Masked Singer’ winner CHARLIE SIMPSON shares new EP ‘Kifaru’

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The jaw-dropping rock ‘n’ soul vocal talent of fan favourite Rhino saw him triumph as the winner of this year’s ‘The Masked Singer’ in front of a massive televised audience of 5.7 million people during […]

The Mars Volta have released a new single and short film for 'Graveyard Love'
Gigs

THE MARS VOLTA announce highly anticipated UK tour

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The Mars Volta have announced a high ly anticipated UK tour, which kicks off at Glasgow Barrowland on 16th June and culminates with a show at the iconic Troxy in London on 18th June. These […]

chalk
Gigs

Belfast newcomers CHALK to play headline show at THE BLACK BOX on Friday 19th May

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Chalk is an Irish three-piece post-punk/electronic project based in Belfast. The project was formed in 2019 after meeting as film students. Influenced by their love of film and the emerging Belfast dance scene, Chalk’s image-driven […]

Coach Party
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Coach Party talk ahead of their headline show at Voodoo, Belfast

February 20, 2023 Aaron Kavanagh

Isle of Wight rising stars Coach Party have spent the past year honing their explosive live show, playing over 120 shows in total. Particular live highlights included the 100k capacity Stade de France supporting Indochine, […]

Cloudy June
News

CLOUDY JUNE shares new single ‘You Problem’ featuring EMLYN

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Artists like Cloudy June don’t come around too often. The 24-year-old German/Cuban rising talent plays alluring dark pop informed by a defiant desire to empower both women everywhere and the LGBTQ+ community. Having exceeded 40 […]

Brian Eno and Roger Eno
News

BRIAN ENO & ROGER ENO release live video for ‘Celeste’ taken from ‘Live At The Acropolis’

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

An exclusive video of Brian Eno and Roger Eno performing together for the first time has been released, ahead of the full concert being premiered in cinemas across the UK on 2nd March 2023. Brian […]

THE 1975
Gigs

THE 1975 announce headline shows in Dublin & Cork this Summer

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

The 1975 today announce headline shows this summer at Dublin’s St. Anne’s Park on 7 June and Cork’s Musgrave Park on 13 June. Tickets from €49.90 (including booking fee) go on sale this Friday 24th […]

Peter Doherty
Gigs

PETER DOHERTY announces Limelight, Belfast show on April 13th 2023

February 20, 2023 XS Noize

Peter Doherty, the Millennial Jean Genie/Jean Genet, will embark on his first solo acoustic tour in ten years, with a series of intimate ‘Songbook’ shows in the spring. Peter will be performing a selection of […]

Matt Goss
Podcast

INTERVIEW: Matt Goss on his brand new album & upcoming UK tour

February 19, 2023 XS Noize

In episode #118 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary Bros frontman Matt Goss who is returning to the musical stage following his recent appearance on Strictly Come Dancing and an […]

Bastille
News

BASTILLE announce ‘MTV Unplugged: Bastille’ released exclusively on vinyl for Record Store Day

February 17, 2023 XS Noize

MTV Unplugged: Bastille’ is a special performance available as a live album, exclusively on limited edition vinyl for fans as part of Record Store Day 2023. Recorded in front of an intimate crowd at Porchester […]

Leftfield
News

LEFTFIELD announce exclusive Record Store Day ‘VERSION EXCURSION’ dub remix of latest album

February 17, 2023 XS Noize

Today, Leftfield have announced a very special new release: an entire remix of their acclaimed 2022 album This Is What We Do, titled Version Excursion. The album will be released exclusively on limited edition vinyl […]

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