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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 […]

          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 […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel releases fourth o/i track ‘Till Your Mind Is Shining’ during Pink Full Moon

          April 2, 2026

          The pink full moon, sees the release of Till Your Mind Is Shining the fourth track to be taken from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “To my ears it’s the closest I get to a […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

  • 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
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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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THE LUMINEERS share video for new single 'Brightside' - Watch Now
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THE LUMINEERS share video for new single ‘Brightside’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

The Lumineers share the first video for the title track of their upcoming album BRIGHTSIDE, set to arrive Friday the 14th of January 2022 via Decca Records. The poignant video, directed by noted documentarian filmmaker […]

CHRISTINE AND THE QUEENS surprise releases 'Joseph EP' - Listen Now
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CHRISTINE AND THE QUEENS surprise releases ‘Joseph EP’ – Listen Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Christine and the Queens has surprisingly released a new EP, Joseph, featuring two new songs performed during her appearance at Global Citizen Live last weekend. The songs are cover versions of George Michael’s “Freedom” and […]

INTERVIEW: Producer, musician, & composer PARIS RAINE on new single “Free”
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Producer, musician, & composer PARIS RAINE on new single “Free”

September 29, 2021 Randall Radic

Hailing from Shoreham Village in Kent, producer, musician, and composer Paris Raine recently released the music video for “Free,” a shimmering song mirroring elements of shoegaze, dream-pop, and hints of art-rock. Paris explains “Free,” sharing, […]

FIELD MUSIC share new single “Endlessly” taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP
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FIELD MUSIC share new single “Endlessly” taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Ahead of their headline UK tour, Field Music share new single “Endlessly”, taken from the duo’s “Another Shot” EP, which will be released on 15 October 2021. “Another Shot” EP is the band’s first new […]

FATHERSON return with video for new single 'End Of The World' - Watch Now
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FATHERSON return with video for new single ‘End Of The World’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Fatherson are back, but not as you know them. End Of The World, the first new music from the band in three years, is a dreamy, synths-drenched beauty shot through with mischief. “If it’s my […]

VETS reveal the video for debut single ‘Anti-Socialite’ - Watch Now
New Music

VETS reveal the video for debut single ‘Anti-Socialite’ – Watch Now

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

Long term collaborators and friends Lilla Vargen and Nick Hahn spent a year apart during the pandemic but when they reunited they took on a completely unguarded approach to revealing their emotions set to music […]

Embrace guitarist Richard McNamara's new project EEVAH are back with a brand new single ‘Take Me To Bed’ 3
New Music

Embrace guitarist Richard McNamara’s new project EEVAH are back with a brand new single ‘Take Me To Bed’

September 29, 2021 XS Noize

EEVAH is back with a brand new single, ‘Take Me To Bed’, the first track to be taken from their forthcoming EP. The pair, who are releasing their stunning new single ‘Take Me To Bed’ […]

IDLES announce new album 'CRAWLER' - arriving Friday 12th November - Hear first single “The Beachland Ballroom" 1
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IDLES announce new album ‘CRAWLER’ – arriving Friday 12th November – Hear first single “The Beachland Ballroom”

September 28, 2021 XS Noize

IDLES have announced the 12th November of CRAWLER via Partisan Records, the UK group’s fourth album in as many years and the follow-up to their first No. 1, 2020’s Ultra Mono. The 14-track project was […]

INTERVIEW with Dallas, Texas-based duo COOL SET about “Summer Retro”
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Dallas, Texas-based duo COOL SET about “Summer Retro”

September 28, 2021 Randall Radic

Dallas, Texas-based duo Cool Set released their debut single/music video, “Summer Retro,” not too long ago. They were made up of Jose Sandoval and Tex Sirisawat, who chased their sonic dreams before connecting and finally […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Ishi – Sweet Gold
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ishi – Sweet Gold

September 28, 2021 Randall Radic

Texas-based songwriter and vocalist Ishi, aka J.T. Mudd, released his third album, Sweet Gold, via Icons Creating Evil Art. Speaking about the album, Ishi says, “‘Sweet Gold’ is my third album, and it has been […]

Psych-pop artist LEMONADE SHOELACE named winner of - VANS Musicians Wanted competition
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Psych-pop artist LEMONADE SHOELACE named winner of – VANS Musicians Wanted competition

September 27, 2021 XS Noize

Lemonade Shoelace has been selected as the winner of the prestigious VANS Musicians Wanted competition. One of three champions and the representative for Europe, Lemonade was selected out of over 30,000 applicants by a panel […]

TOOL announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on Friday, May 6, 2022
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TOOL announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin on Friday, May 6, 2022

September 27, 2021 XS Noize

TOOL return to Europe for their first tour of the continent since the 2019 release of Fear Inoculum. The eagerly-awaited trek kicks off on April 23 in Copenhagen. “It is with great pleasure I get […]

US alternative rock band HELMET announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on 18th May 2022 1
Gigs

US alternative rock band HELMET announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on 18th May 2022

September 27, 2021 XS Noize

US alternative rock band Helmet are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show ‘Move On: The Covers and Hits Tour’ at Limelight 2 on 18th May 2022. Helmet is an American alternative rock band from […]

WHITE LIES announce details of new album - 'As I Try Not To Fall Apart' 1
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WHITE LIES announce details of new album – ‘As I Try Not To Fall Apart’

September 27, 2021 XS Noize

White Lies have today announced details of their forthcoming sixth album, As I Try Not To Fall Apart, which is released on [PIAS] on Friday, February 18th 2022. The band have also shared the title […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Band of Skulls' Marsden & Richardson return with video for new single 'Oh Forgiveness'
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Band of Skulls’ Marsden & Richardson return with video for new single ‘Oh Forgiveness’

September 27, 2021 XS Noize

Having released their second single, the enchanting ‘Oh Forgiveness’ in recent weeks, Band Of Skulls duo Marsden & Richardson today release the video for their latest offering with XS Noize exclusively! Back in July they […]

INTERVIEW: The Levellers' Mark Chadwick - "This is the worst time I've ever known in my life" 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Mark Chadwick (The Levellers) – Camden Assembly Hall, London

September 26, 2021 Michael Barron

In March, XS Noize’s Lee Campbell caught up with The Levellers frontman to discuss many things, including the success of the Levellers 2020 LP Peace, being requested by Neil Young personally to support him, and […]

BERNARD BUTLER announces 4CD 'People Move On' box set, including a newly re-vocaled version 1
Gigs

BERNARD BUTLER announces 4CD ‘People Move On’ box set, including a newly re-vocaled version

September 25, 2021 XS Noize

On 28th January 2022, Demon Music Group will release a box set of Bernard Butler’s debut solo album, People Move On including a newly re-vocalled 2021 version of the entire album. A number 11 album […]

JULIUS BLACK shares new single 'Do You Still Dream?' - Listen Now
New Music

JULIUS BLACK shares new single ‘Do You Still Dream?’ – Listen Now

September 25, 2021 XS Noize

Julius Black’s debut EP ‘Dopamine’ took the young singer-songwriter from his roots as a bedroom producer in Christchurch, New Zealand, to picking up attention right across the globe. His creative slant on alt-pop engaged the […]

JC STEWART shares video for new single ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’
New Music

JC STEWART shares video for new single ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’

September 25, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh from his nomination at this weekend’s MTV VMAs, JC Stewart now shares his brand new single ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’. It’s the first song to preview his eagerly anticipated second EP, which follows […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Young & Sick - Brother
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Young & Sick – Brother

September 25, 2021 Randall Radic

Musician and visual artist Young & Sick – the project of Dutch artist Nick van Hofwegen, releases his new album, BROTHER, via B3SCI Records. Written and recorded in a cabin in Vermont with Luke Woods, […]

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