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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 […]

        • 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
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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
          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
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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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SUNFLOWER BEAN share new single 'In Flight' ahead of new album 'Headful of Sugar'
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SUNFLOWER BEAN share new single ‘In Flight’ ahead of new album ‘Headful of Sugar’

May 5, 2022 XS Noize

New York trio Sunflower Bean—vocalist and bassist Julia Cumming (she/her), guitarist and vocalist Nick Kivlen (he/him), and drummer Olive Faber (she/they)—release their long-awaited new album, ‘Headful of Sugar,’ tomorrow. To celebrate the release, today, the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sandflower shares her new self-empowerment single 'Quicksand'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sandflower shares her new self-empowerment single ‘Quicksand’

May 5, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

If the past couple of years have taught us anything, life is too short to keep putting up with things – and people – that are no good for us and that we all need […]

WOLF ALICE have announced the BLUE LULLABY EP, lullaby versions of selected songs from their UK #1 album Blue Weekend
New Music

WOLF ALICE have announced the BLUE LULLABY EP, lullaby versions of selected songs from their UK #1 album Blue Weekend

May 5, 2022 XS Noize

WOLF ALICE have announced the BLUE LULLABY EP, lullaby versions of selected songs from their UK #1 and Mercury Prize-nominated third album Blue Weekend. The EP, which features stripped-down versions of songs from the album, […]

ROE releases new single ‘A Temporary Thing’ - Listen Now!
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ROE releases new single ‘A Temporary Thing’ – Listen Now!

May 5, 2022 XS Noize

Following on from her first single of 2022, ‘I Dare You’, ‘A Temporary Thing’ showcases a different side of the Derry songwriter. Recorded live in one take at Attica Audio studios in the wilds of […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy @ The London Palladium
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Divine Comedy @ The London Palladium

May 5, 2022 Michael Barron

Neil Hannon came on stage dressed in a plain suit, a matching plain tie and a white shirt. Now 51-years-old, he barely looked a day older than when he posed with similar attire for the […]

PREMIERE: Elise Hayes presents her personal & powerful ‘Human Heart’ EP
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PREMIERE: Elise Hayes presents her personal & powerful ‘Human Heart’ EP

May 5, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Music and performing have been a staple in the life of Elise Hayes since she was young. A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, her journey in the music industry has, in her […]

INTERVIEW: Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience talk ahead of the band’s show at The Limelight, Belfast 1
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INTERVIEW: Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience talk ahead of the band’s show at The Limelight, Belfast

May 5, 2022 Aaron Kavanagh

Graham Carey, the drummer for the Pink Floyd tribute band Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience, spoke with XS Noize ahead of the band’s show at The Limelight in Belfast this Saturday. When did Breathe […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Supreme Unbeing - I, Prevail
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Supreme Unbeing – I, Prevail

May 5, 2022 XS Noize

Supreme Unbeing has begun to understand the hardships, the ailments, and the pain that we humans must endure in our physical bodies with the release of their new single “I Prevail” today, ahead of their […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Seth Swirsky - Sunny Day
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Seth Swirsky – Sunny Day

May 4, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Musician, author, painter, documentary maker. Seth Swirsky is a man of many talents, though it’s perhaps quite easy to say that music is his biggest passion. Having written songs for icons such as Tina Turner, […]

MADONNA to release new career-spanning compilations celebrating the icon’s record 50 #1 club hits across four decades 1
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MADONNA to release new career-spanning compilations celebrating the icon’s record 50 #1 club hits across four decades

May 4, 2022 XS Noize

Madonna made history once again when she topped the Dance Club chart for the 50th time, making her the first and only recording artist to have 50 #1 hits on any single Billboard chart. To […]

DAVID SYLVIAN  announces the release of revised, remastered, reissue of his 2010 compilation album 'Sleepwalkers' 1
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DAVID SYLVIAN announces the release of revised, remastered, reissue of his 2010 compilation album ‘Sleepwalkers’

May 4, 2022 XS Noize

David Sylvian has today announced the release of a revised, remastered, reissue of his 2010 compilation album Sleepwalkers, out 10 June via Berlin-based label, Grönland Records. Sleepwalkers is a compilation of some of David’s key […]

Will you be in your element with these fiery Slots?
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Will you be in your element with these fiery Slots?

May 4, 2022 XS Noize

Earth brings balance and air brings life. Water changes and cleanses, whilst fire warms and destructs – but can you feel the heat of these reels as you set them alight in the hopes of […]

INTERVIEW: Ready Steady Die! Talks about “Kiss It”  
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Ready Steady Die! Talks about “Kiss It”  

May 4, 2022 Randall Radic

British-American electronic duo Ready Steady Die! recently released their music video, “Kiss It,” a track lifted from their latest album, Accidents. Made up of New York-based Morgan Visconti (composer, producer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, vocals) and London-based […]

ANNE MARIE ALMEDAL releases new album 'We Dance Alone'
New Music

ANNE MARIE ALMEDAL releases new album ‘We Dance Alone’

May 4, 2022 XS Noize

Dark, delicious, Scandinavian dream-pop at its best…Anne Marie Almedal releases a new album ”We Dance Alone”. Anne Marie Almedal has slowly but surely made quite a name for herself over the years as beguiling frontperson […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Belle and Sebastian - A Bit Of Previous
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Belle and Sebastian – A Bit Of Previous

May 4, 2022 Imelda Hehir

It’s a small slap in the face when the reality hits that the nineties are not ten years ago, but thirty. One joyful constant, helping you account for the years making up the last three […]

WINGS OF DESIRE share video for brand new single ‘A Million Other Suns’ - Watch Now
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WINGS OF DESIRE share video for brand new single ‘A Million Other Suns’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2022 XS Noize

Wings of Desire share atmospheric new effort ‘A Million Other Suns’, out now via WMD Recordings. Operating at the intersection between pensive reflection and brash catharsis, the London-based duo’s gritty dream-pop aims to resolve on […]

BOOK REVIEW: Leonard Cohen: On A Wire - Philippe Girard 1
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Leonard Cohen: On A Wire – Philippe Girard

May 3, 2022 Michael Barron

There are several milestones including being inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame and winning copious awards (including a BRIT) which define the success of an artist. Leonard Cohen not only achieved these, […]

THE AFGHAN WHIGS return with their first album in five years 'How Do You Burn?'
Gigs

THE AFGHAN WHIGS return with their first album in five years ‘How Do You Burn?’

May 3, 2022 XS Noize

Today, The Afghan Whigs announce their first studio album in five years How Do You Burn?, which is set for release on September 9th via Royal Cream/BMG. Also out today is the second song taken […]

KULA SHAKER share video for new single 'The Once And Future King' - Watch Now
Gigs

KULA SHAKER share video for new single ‘The Once And Future King’ – Watch Now

May 3, 2022 XS Noize

On 10 June 2022 Kula Shaker are to release their much anticipated new album, 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs on Strangefolk Records. The album is preceded by a new single, ‘The […]

SEX PISTOLS announce re-release of era defining single ‘God Save The Queen’ 1
New Music

SEX PISTOLS announce re-release of era defining single ‘God Save The Queen’

May 3, 2022 XS Noize

When the Sex Pistols made their definitive statement during the Queen’s Silver Jubilee celebrations in 1977 with the incendiary single ‘God Save The Queen’, they produced a manifesto that threatened and delighted in equal measure. […]

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