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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 […]

  • 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
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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
          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 […]

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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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FerrariLover shares video for new single 'Barely Black' - Watch Now
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FerrariLover shares video for new single ‘Barely Black’ – Watch Now

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Post-punk revival, darkwave, dream pop/ethereal, minimal wave and alternative fans take notice. FerrariLover® releases sultry gothic lovelorn anthem “Barely Black” (a darkwave fairy tale) on Friday, 26 November (fittingly “Black Friday” in the U.S.). Nico […]

BIG THIEF reveal two new singles 'No Reason' & 'Spud Infinity'
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BIG THIEF reveal two new singles ‘No Reason’ & ‘Spud Infinity’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Big Thief‘s new album, Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, is out on 11th February 2022. So far, they’ve released a string of songs that put their inimitable chemistry on display, several of […]

IDLES release video for 'When The Lights Come On'
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IDLES release video for ‘When The Lights Come On’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Last month saw IDLES release their brand new album CRAWLER – their fourth in as many years and the follow-up to their first No. 1, 2019’s Ultra Mono. Met with widespread acclaim, the album was […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse - Battle
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse – Battle

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Battle is the new single from Ian Prowse. Out now via Kitchen Disco Records, the single received its first national BBC 6 play this week on the Early Breakfast Show. DJ Chris Hawkins described the track […]

TEXAS drop the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’
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TEXAS drop the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Texas have today dropped the striking video for their latest single ‘Unbelievable’ – featuring Sharleen Spiteri’s daughter Misty, playing a young version of her Mum. The track is taken from their #3 charting album ‘Hi’. […]

DURAN DURAN announce first official NFT collaboration with A.I. artist, Huxley
New Music

DURAN DURAN announce first official NFT collaboration with A.I. artist, Huxley

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Today, multi-platinum, award-winning British music icons, Duran Duran, announced the launch of their latest endeavour: 100 unique NFTs, created by an Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) named Huxley, with whom the band collaborated on the music video […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Will Whisson - When The Love Dies Down
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Will Whisson – When The Love Dies Down

December 14, 2021 XS Noize

Following on from the release of his debut album ‘Out of The Woods’ in 2019 – Will Whisson has been busy writing and recording his much-anticipated sophomore record throughout the pandemic. The new album entitled […]

INTERVIEW: Rob Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show
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INTERVIEW: Rob Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show

December 13, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #60 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Robert Goodwin, frontman of Manchester four-piece The Slow Show to talk about their new album ‘STILL LIFE’. The Slow Show will release […]

DIRTY PRETTY THINGS celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album at the Electric Ballroom in Camden on Thursday 24th March
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DIRTY PRETTY THINGS celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album at the Electric Ballroom in Camden on Thursday 24th March

December 13, 2021 XS Noize

After a 15-year absence Carl Barât, Anthony Rossomando and Gary Powell, aka Dirty Pretty Things, are dusting off their instruments to celebrate the 15th anniversary (a Covid year late) of their debut album ‘Waterloo To […]

INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Talking with Finnish Producer/DJ RONY REX about his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV

December 13, 2021 Randall Radic

Finnish producer Rony Rex recently released his avant-garde EP, Night Time CV, a collection of four tracks ranging from the unflinching “Dead of Night” with Luke Markinson to the melodic “All 4 U,” featuring ZenSoFly. […]

FLOGGING MOLLY Announce Spring Tour & St. Patrick's Day Celebration 1
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FLOGGING MOLLY Announce Spring Tour & St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

December 13, 2021 XS Noize

Flogging Molly, who recently wrapped up a co-headlining tour with the Violent Femmes, return to the road this Spring with a trek that includes the reprisal of the band’s annual St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) […]

NEW PAGANS announce October headline UK tour
Gigs

NEW PAGANS finish off a very successful 2021 with a special headline show at Belfast’s Limelight 2 on the 16th of December

December 11, 2021 XS Noize

New Pagans finish off a very successful 2021 with a special headline show at Belfast’s Limelight 2 on the 16th of December. Tickets are on sale now, available here. New Pagans recently released their critically […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Billy Bragg & Wilco - Mermaid Avenue
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Billy Bragg & Wilco – Mermaid Avenue

December 10, 2021 Sean Crossey

Short, sharp and frank reviews from a confessed vinyl junkie. I’ll be posting my most loved records and most recent purchases right here for your perusal every week. Mermaid Avenue was the street on which […]

WILL LINLEY shares video for debut single ‘miss me (when you’re gone)’
New Music

WILL LINLEY shares video for debut single ‘miss me (when you’re gone)’

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

The 20-year-old South African songwriter and musician Will Linley is making a big impact with his debut single ‘miss me (when you’re gone)’. The song has already reached 1.5 million streams and picked up 5 […]

THE CRIBS share the latest release of their ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club'
Gigs

THE CRIBS share the latest release of their ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

The Cribs have announced details of Things Could Be Better / Yellow Venus, the latest release from their ‘Sonic Blew Singles Club’. The final of four singles club releases, it follows September’s Swinging At Shadows […]

Elvis Costello & The Imposters share new song ‘Paint the Red Rose Blue’
Gigs

Elvis Costello & The Imposters share new song ‘Paint the Red Rose Blue’

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

Elvis Costello & The Imposters’ new song ‘Paint the Red Rose Blue’ is out today. ‘Paint the Red Rose Blue’ is the second song to be released from ‘The Boy Named If’ out January 14th […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The John Andrews Band - On The Run
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: The John Andrews Band – On The Run

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

On 17 December The John Andrews Band are to release their new single ‘On The Run’. Today XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere the video – watch below. Hailing from Belfast, the band are […]

TRACK PREMIERE: SECH - Edge Of My Heart
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TRACK PREMIERE: SECH – Edge Of My Heart

December 10, 2021 XS Noize

Today, we’re pleased to be premiering the new release from hugely talented composer/songwriter Sebastian Pecznik, whose pop alias SECH (his nickname since childhood) is about to skyrocket once people get their ears around his debut […]

BRYAN ADAMS releases new song 'Kick Ass' - the latest song from his forthcoming studio album So Happy It Hurts
Gigs

BRYAN ADAMS releases new song ‘Kick Ass’ – the latest song from his forthcoming studio album So Happy It Hurts

December 9, 2021 XS Noize

Today, acclaimed singer/songwriter Bryan Adams releases ‘Kick Ass’, the latest song from his forthcoming studio album So Happy It Hurts, released March 11, 2022, via BMG. The track is filled with classic guitars and his […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Draper - Omega Man (feat. Steven Wilson) 1
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Paul Draper – Omega Man (feat. Steven Wilson)

December 9, 2021 XS Noize

On 10th December Kscope will release ‘Omega Man’, acclaimed songwriter and former Mansun frontman Paul Draper’s collaboration with Steven Wilson. Today XS Noize is pleased to exclusively premiere the video for ‘Omega Man’ – Watch […]

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