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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
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          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 […]

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          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
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          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 […]

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          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 […]

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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 […]

          White Denim
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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
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          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 […]

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        • 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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INTERVIEW: Starsha Lee discuss live rendition of ‘Plausible Hate’ 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Starsha Lee discuss live rendition of ‘Plausible Hate’

July 1, 2022 John Clay

What’s going on with Sofia and Crispin? Adapting to quieter forms of expression, revelations on approaches to mediums such as photography and prose and course, their thoughts on new material are presented here in this […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Coumarin – New Descent
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TRACK PREMIERE: Coumarin – New Descent

July 1, 2022 Randall Radic

Stuttgart, Germany-based alternative singer-songwriter Coumarin, aka Andre Westerholt, releases “New Descent,” the ninth of his currently ongoing series of stand-alone singles. Talking about “New Descent,” Coumarin shares, “The song stems from one of my oldest […]

IN FOCUS// Green Day at the Hella Mega Tour, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow 1
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IN FOCUS// Green Day at the Hella Mega Tour, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow

June 30, 2022 Clair McAllister

Green Day played a fantastic show at the Hella Mega Tour at Bellahouston Park Glasgow, with Weezer and Fallout Boy. Clair Mc Allister was there to take these amazing shots.           […]

INK TO SPILL get personal & powerful with new single 'Julie Julie'
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INK TO SPILL get personal & powerful with new single ‘Julie Julie’

June 30, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

It could be easily argued that some of the best, most truthful and impactful songs are created because of/are the result of a personal experience. The latest track from Ink To Spill, “Julie Julie”, is […]

KTJ & CARLY remind us all of our strength on new EP ‘Ego Death’
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KTJ & CARLY remind us all of our strength on new EP ‘Ego Death’

June 30, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The past few years have been hard for millions and have seen many worldwide struggle with dark times in their lives thanks to the impact, both personal and professional, of the pandemic. But what that […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Wire – Not About to Die
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Wire – Not About to Die

June 30, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

It’s 1977, and a slew of albums from the first wave of British punk acts are being released. We’re seeing the debuts of the Sex Pistols, The Clash, The Damned, The Jam, The Stranglers and […]

THE PROCLAIMERS announce new album 'Dentures Out' - Hear first single ‘The World That Was’ 1
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THE PROCLAIMERS announce new album ‘Dentures Out’ – Hear first single ‘The World That Was’

June 30, 2022 XS Noize

Today Cooking Vinyl release ‘The World That Was’, the first track from The Proclaimers’ new album Dentures Out. It is brothers Craig and Charlie Reid’s first album since 2018’s hugely acclaimed Angry Cyclist. Thirty-five years […]

DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, ‘SONDER’ - Watch video for new track 'Dreamer'
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DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, ‘SONDER’ – Watch video for new track ‘Dreamer’

June 29, 2022 XS Noize

Today, Irish superstar DERMOT KENNEDY announces his long-awaited second album, titled ‘SONDER’, out September 23rd via Island Records / Interscope. Alongside the announcement of ‘Sonder’ comes the brand new track and accompanying video for ‘DREAMER’. […]

THE BIG PINK release new single 'Love Spins On Its Axis' & announce a run of intimate live shows this July
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THE BIG PINK release new single ‘Love Spins On Its Axis’ & announce a run of intimate live shows this July

June 29, 2022 XS Noize

After making their triumphant return in April with the enormous single ‘No Angels’, The Big Pink are back once again to unveil their glorious new effort ‘Love Spins On Its Axis’ featuring British duo Dust […]

Terrorvision frontman TONY WRIGHT unveils 'Buried You Deeper' the first single from his forthcoming solo album, 'The Anti Album’
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Terrorvision frontman TONY WRIGHT unveils ‘Buried You Deeper’ the first single from his forthcoming solo album, ‘The Anti Album’

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Tony Wright, Terrorvision frontman, proudly releases Buried You Deeper on Graphite Records. Dark, vulnerable and desolate Buried You Deeper, is the first single from his forthcoming solo album, ‘The Anti Album’, out on October 7th. […]

R.E.M. to release debut EP 'Chronic Town' in three different formats celebrating its 40th anniversary this year 1
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R.E.M. to release debut EP ‘Chronic Town’ in three different formats celebrating its 40th anniversary this year

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, R.E.M.’s debut EP CHRONIC TOWN will be released for the first time ever as a standalone CD with extensive liner notes by the original producer Mitch Easter (Let’s Active). […]

KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023 1
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KILLING JOKE announce special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Killing Joke announce ‘Killing Joke – Follow The Leaders’, a very special UK show at the Royal Albert Hall on March 12th 2023. Killing Joke will be performing their first two albums in their entirety; […]

THE HU 'Black Thunder Tour' announced for Belfast's Ulster Hall on 6th December 2022
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THE HU ‘Black Thunder Tour’ announced for Belfast’s Ulster Hall on 6th December 2022

June 28, 2022 XS Noize

Today, acclaimed Mongolian rock band The HU announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on 06th December 2022. The band recently released a new single called “This Is Mongol” ahead of their second […]

NEIL YOUNG & PROMISE OF THE REAL release 'Noise & Flowers' live album & concert film on August 5th
New Music

NEIL YOUNG & PROMISE OF THE REAL release ‘Noise & Flowers’ live album & concert film on August 5th

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

Neil Young + Promise Of The Real today announce the August 5th release of a new live album, ‘Noise & Flowers’, that captures the group in all their glory on their 2019 European tour. The […]

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kings of Leon at The SSE Arena Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 27, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Following the release of their 8th album ‘When You See Yourself’, also their 6th album in a row to debut at Number One in the Irish and UK charts, the Kings of Leon played a […]

VOLBEAT announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 12th December
Gigs

VOLBEAT announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on 12th December

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

Danish rock ‘n’ roll rebels Volbeat are eager to announce the 32-date European leg of the diverse Servant Of The Road World Tour, which will see them sharing the spotlight with special guests Skindred and […]

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena
New Music

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena

June 27, 2022 XS Noize

German rave legends SCOOTER bring their GOD SAVE THE RAVE tour to Dublin’s 3Arena on Friday 2 December 2022. Tickets from €51.00 including the booking fee go on sale this Friday at 10 am. SCOOTER […]

IN FOCUS// Liam Gallagher at Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Liam Gallagher at Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 25, 2022 Clair McAllister

Liam Gallagher played a fantastic headline show at Ormeau Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland, with support from local boys Ash. The heavens opened when Liam strolled on stage, but that didn’t spoil the always up-for-it Belfast […]

IN FOCUS// Feeder @ Limelight, Belfast, Northern Ireland 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Feeder @ Limelight, Belfast, Northern Ireland

June 25, 2022 Bernie McAllister

Britrock veterans Feeder played an amazing headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Friday 24th June 2022 with support from Bangor four-piece The Florentinas. Bernie Mc Allister was there to take these fantastic shots. […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Caamp – Lavender Days
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Caamp – Lavender Days

June 24, 2022 Randall Radic

Ohio-based folk-rock outfit Caamp releases their latest album, Lavender Days, whose title was inspired by life’s “small pleasures and forgotten disappointments.” Made up of Evan Westfall, Taylor Meier, Matt Vinson, and Joseph Kavalec, Caamp’s genesis […]

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