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        • U2
          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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larkin poe
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Larkin Poe – Blood Harmony

November 7, 2022 Lee Campbell

They were once a family trio called The Lovell Sisters. Disbanding in 2009 and rising from the ashes shortly after as duo Larkin Poe, Rebecca and Megan are about to release their sixth studio album, […]

Bird On The Wire
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WIN: Tickets to see BIRD ON THE WIRE – The Songs of Leonard Cohen live at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on 12th November

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

Bird On The Wire, a collaborative interpretation of The Leonard Cohen Songbook by singer Pauline Scanlon, Galway band The Whileaways and their band of joy, will return to Belfast on 12th November 2022 to play […]

The Foo Birds
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Foo Birds – Tim and Cindy

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

The Foo Birds are Kate Lister (vocals), Joe Shaw (drums, percussion), Charlie Nash (bass), Alex Hill (keys) and Dan Abrahams (guitar). They have been writing, touring and eating together for over a decade. Originally brought […]

Macklemore
Gigs

MACKLEMORE kicks off ‘The Ben Tour’ on Tuesday, 4th April 2023, at Dublin’s 3Arena

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

Multi-diamond certified, GRAMMY® award-winning artist Macklemore today unveiled the first leg of The Ben Tour. The 19-date European stretch, produced by Live Nation, kicks off on Tuesday, 4th April 2023, at Dublin’s 3Arena, before the […]

Ciarán Bartlett
News

CIARAN BARTLETT brings his brand new show BELFAST GIANT to the SSE Arena, Belfast in November 2023

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

Belfast comedian Ciarán Bartlett brings his brand new show BELFAST GIANT to the SSE Arena in the heart of the city for November 2023. In his first arena appearance, Ciarán tells outrageous stories, sings filthy […]

LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at Boiler Shop, Newcastle upon Tyne
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Ferocious Dog at Boiler Shop, Newcastle upon Tyne

November 7, 2022 Iam Burn

Ferocious Dog hit Newcastle upon Tyne on the eve of Guy Fawkes night on their Never Too Late for Hope tour. The band must have got the memo and arrived duly armed with a vast […]

Peter Kay
Gigs

PETER KAY announces return to stand-up with first live tour in twelve years

November 7, 2022 XS Noize

“It’s good to get back to what I love doing best, stand-up comedy, and if there’s ever a time people need a laugh, it’s now.” “And with the cost of living at an all-time high, […]

Big Joanie - Back Home
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Big Joanie – Back Home

November 6, 2022 Alex Hoggard

In 2018, Thurston Moore started his independent label Daydream Library Series solely to release Big Joanie’s critically acclaimed debut album Sistahs. Since then, the black feminist punk band have become known for their passionate live performances […]

Gaz Coombes
Gigs

GAZ COOMBES announces UK/EU headline tour dates For 2023

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of his forthcoming solo album ‘Turn The Car Around’, due January 13th 2023, via Hot Fruit Recordings / Virgin Music, Gaz Coombes has announced headline tour dates across the UK and […]

Andy Bell – The Grounding Process 
Album Reviews

REVIEW: Andy Bell – The Grounding Process EP

November 4, 2022 Alex Hoggard

In February, Andy Bell released his second solo album Flicker to great acclaim. The 18-track double album was written almost as a conversation with his younger self, reflecting on the past while looking to the future and […]

BUFFY REVAMPED
News

BUFFY REVAMPED live at the Mandela Hall, Belfast on February 9th 2023

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One Spike. Fresh from an award-winning run at Edinburgh Fringe, this fast-paced new production brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as […]

David Keenan - Crude
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: David Keenan – Crude

November 4, 2022 Daniel Lynch

The quality of his first two albums more than earned David Keenan the right to be a little more experimental on his third LP, Crude. Keenan came fast out of the blocks in early 2020 with […]

Billy Talent
Gigs

Canadian post-hardcore band BILLY TALENT announce headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on May 24th 2023

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Canadian post-hardcore band Billy Talent are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Limelight 1 on May 24th 2023. The four-piece released their new album Crisis of Faith’ in January of this year. […]

Joel Corry
Gigs

London-based DJ/producer JOEL CORRY announces headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Thursday, 16th March 2023

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Multi-BRIT Award-nominated, London-based DJ/producer Joel Corry, is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Telegraph Building on Thursday, 16th March 2023. Joel has spent the last ten years playing clubs right across the […]

Kaiser Chiefs
Gigs

KAISER CHIEFS return with brand new single ‘How 2 Dance’

November 4, 2022 XS Noize

Almost two decades in the game and armed with an extensive back-catalogue of stadium belters, and record-breaking success, Kaiser Chiefs triumphantly return with their brand new single ‘How 2 Dance’, the first taste from their […]

Dylan James
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: London-based singer-songwriter Dylan James shares video for new single ‘Boys Yard’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

London-based singer-songwriter Dylan James is set to release his inspirational second single ‘Boys Yard’ on 4th November. XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for the track today. Following on from his openly honest […]

Bird On The Wire
Gigs

BIRD ON THE WIRE – The Songs of Leonard Cohen play live at the Ulster Hall, Belfast on 12th November

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Bird On The Wire, a collaborative interpretation of The Leonard Cohen Songbook by singer Pauline Scanlon, Galway band The Whileaways and their band of joy, will return to Belfast on 12th November 2022 to play […]

Neil Young
New Music

NEIL YOUNG announces ‘Neil Young: Harvest Time’ coming to cinemas worldwide 1st Dec

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Shakey Pictures, Trafalgar Releasing, and Warner Records announced today that Neil Young: Harvest Time will be presented in movie theatres worldwide on Thursday, December 1, with select encores on Sunday, December 4. Celebrating the 50th […]

The Antlers
New Music

THE ANTLERS return with new single – ‘Ahimsa’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

Today, The Antlers return with the new single “Ahimsa”, their first new recording since the duo’s Losing Light EP last November. “Ahimsa” first came to light on Peter Silberman’s solo album Impermanence back in 2017. […]

ADE - Ambivert
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: New York City singer-songwriter and producer ADE shares video for spacey new track ‘Ambivert’

November 3, 2022 XS Noize

New York City singer-songwriter and producer ADE has released his cosmic new EP ‘Junk In Orbit’, along with spacey focus track “Ambivert”, which XS Noize is pleased to premiere today exclusively. Like a lone shooting […]

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