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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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

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          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 […]

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          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
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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 […]

          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 […]

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        • 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
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          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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SILVER OWLS release ‘Sleeping Giant’ from their widely acclaimed debut EP ‘Serpentine’
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SILVER OWLS release ‘Sleeping Giant’ from their widely acclaimed debut EP ‘Serpentine’

June 21, 2022 XS Noize

Silver Owls release the second single from their widely acclaimed debut EP ‘Serpentine’, ‘Sleeping Giant’ is a blend of frenzied, melodic, indie rock, and is an anti-war song. Written in response to what is happening […]

KASABIAN take a trip back to Leicester in new video for ‘CHEMICALS'
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KASABIAN take a trip back to Leicester in new video for ‘CHEMICALS’

June 21, 2022 XS Noize

Following a euphoric headline slot at Isle Of Wight Festival, Kasabian have dropped the cosmic video for their new single ’CHEMICALS’, the third track from their highly-anticipated new album The Alchemist’s Euphoria, out August 5th […]

INTERVIEW: Lia Rye on her ‘Fever Dream’ EP & favourite artists
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Lia Rye on her ‘Fever Dream’ EP & favourite artists

June 21, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Lia Rye has spent the majority of her teenage years in the musical spotlight. Having studied at the Brit School, while most teens, it could be said, don’t really think too much about their future […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Segiri shares the official video for her new single 'Silence Speaks'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Segiri shares the official video for her new single ‘Silence Speaks’

June 21, 2022 XS Noize

Segiri’s previous single ‘Undone’ pushed the rising dance-pop artist to the next level, earning her KISS FM airtime from the influential TCTS alongside extensive radio play in Germany while also racing up the Swiss dance […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Petrol Girls – Baby
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Petrol Girls – Baby

June 20, 2022 Randall Radic

UK firebrand punk outfit Petrol Girls releases their latest album, Baby, which smoulders with irreverence and continues the band’s reputation for snarling indignation. Vocalist Ren Aldridge explains, “We wanted [this album] to be less epic […]

GARETH DUNLOP announces Empire Music Hall, Belfast show on Thursday 22nd September 2
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GARETH DUNLOP announces Empire Music Hall, Belfast show on Thursday 22nd September

June 20, 2022 XS Noize

Belfast-born singer-songwriter and producer Gareth Dunlop has been recognised as an accomplished talent ever since the BBC tipped him as ‘one to watch’ in 2010 when he was not long out of his teens. In […]

PAUL WELLER Announces London Outdoor Show for 2022 at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, Home of the Chelsea Pensioners
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Paul Weller at Royal Hospital, Chelsea

June 20, 2022 Michael Barron

When Tom Jones kicked off the 2022 Live at Chelsea festival at the Grade, I listed Royal Hospital Chelsea, the weather couldn’t have been more idyllic for the series of open-air concerts in the courtyard. […]

JESSICA HAMMOND releases ‘Girl Got Game’ the official song of the Northern Ireland Euro 2022 Womens team
New Music

JESSICA HAMMOND releases ‘Girl Got Game’ the official song of the Northern Ireland Euro 2022 Womens team

June 20, 2022 XS Noize

Belfast-based artist Jessica Hammond has come together with the Irish Football Association, the governing body for football in Northern Ireland, to record and release the official song of the Northern Ireland senior women’s team ahead […]

BIFFY CLYRO announce headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on 9th November
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BIFFY CLYRO announce headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on 9th November

June 20, 2022 XS Noize

Off the back of their sensational return as headliners to this year’s Download festival last weekend, Biffy Clyro today reveal details of their next full-scale UK & Ireland arena tour in November 2022, with special […]

IN FOCUS// Yes at Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Yes at Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham

June 20, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

After their ‘The Album Series Tour’ had been rescheduled, legendary progressive rock band Yes has finally made it to Nottingham on the 18th of June. The current tour lineup features Steve Howe -guitars, Geoff Downes […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Porcupine Tree - Closure/Continuation
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Porcupine Tree – Closure/Continuation

June 20, 2022 Michael Barron

As late as 2018, when Porcupine Tree frontman and founder Steven Wilson was asked about the band’s chances of reunion, he responded, “Honestly, I would say zero… I’m proud of the catalogue; it’s there, it […]

SIMPLY RED announce summer 2022 shows in Cork & Belfast
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Simply Red at Royal Hospital, Chelsea

June 20, 2022 Michael Barron

When Tom Jones opened the first of 2022 Live at Chelsea in the open-air courtyard concerts, he had perfect weather where all eyes could be on the stage instead of up in the sky out […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Arthur Brown - Long Long Road
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Arthur Brown – Long Long Road

June 20, 2022 Sandra Blemster

Arthur Brown is back! The original God of Hellfire releases his new album Long Long Road this week, on his 80th birthday, featuring multi-instrumentalist Rik Patten. Arthur Brown released the pulsating, career-defining track, Fire, in 1968, […]

KLUBBER LANG release their new video for stellar single 'Make Amends' - Watch Now!
New Music

KLUBBER LANG release their new video for stellar single ‘Make Amends’ – Watch Now!

June 18, 2022 XS Noize

Klubber Lang make a welcome return with their new single ‘Make Amends’, the follow-up to their 2021’s ‘This Place’, and the band’s fourth release since teaming up with Irish independent label FIFA Records. With the […]

THE JOHN ANDREWS BAND release video for new single ‘Heavy Rain’
New Music

THE JOHN ANDREWS BAND release video for new single ‘Heavy Rain’

June 18, 2022 XS Noize

The John Andrews Band have released their fantastic new single ‘Heavy Rain’. Hailing from Belfast, the band is fronted by singer-songwriter John Andrews. The single and accompanying video tells a story of depression, grief and […]

SKUNK ANANSIE release brand new single 'Can't Take You Anywhere'
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Skunk Anansie at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London

June 18, 2022 Michael Barron

In 2019 XS Noize was invited to Meltdown, the world’s longest-running artist-curated festival. A series of live events, including Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Johnny Marr and Mystery Jets, was curated by Nile Rogers. Grace Jones […]

‘Running Up That Hill’ is No 1 in the UK chart today for Kate Bush
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‘Running Up That Hill’ is No 1 in the UK chart today for Kate Bush

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

‘Running Up That Hill’ originally reached No 3 in the UK in 1985 and charted again in 2012, when it reached No 12. The song was also used in ‘It’s A Sin’, the award-winning TV […]

TOM ZANETTI shares video for new single ‘Slow Down’ feat: Lucinda Strafford 2
New Music

TOM ZANETTI shares video for new single ‘Slow Down’ feat: Lucinda Strafford

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Tom Zanetti’s 2021 single ‘Didn’t Know’ became his biggest hit to date, peaking at #14 as it spent the majority of the summer flying high in the Top 20. It became a Gold-certified favourite, adding […]

AMY MACDONALD will release new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ - A new collection of reimagined fan favourites on July 8th
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AMY MACDONALD will release new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ – A new collection of reimagined fan favourites on July 8th

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald will release the new EP ‘Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over’ on July 8th. A new collection of fan favourites which have been reimagined with the energy of her live performances in mind, […]

KULA SHAKER share their new video for 'Whatever It Is (I’m Against It)' - Watch Now
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KULA SHAKER share their new video for ‘Whatever It Is (I’m Against It)’ – Watch Now

June 17, 2022 XS Noize

Kula Shaker share their new video for Whatever It Is (I’m Against It). Taken from their much anticipated new album1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love (and Free Hugs) which was released on 10 June 2022. […]

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