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        • LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
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          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 […]

          The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

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          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
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          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
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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Twilight Sad – It’s the Long Goodbye

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          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 […]

          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
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          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
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          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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          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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

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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. […]

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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, […]

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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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          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
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          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
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          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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ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single 'Hero' - Watch Now
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ALICE MERTON shares the video for new single ‘Hero’ – Watch Now

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

With numerous Top 10 chart positions across Europe, 650 million career streams, and even a victorious run as a coach on the German edition of The Voice, Alice Merton’s pop vision has a huge global-facing […]

THE WATERBOYS announce 'The Magnificent Seven: The Fisherman's Blues/Room To Roam band, 1989-1990' Deluxe box set and hardback book 1
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THE WATERBOYS announce ‘The Magnificent Seven: The Fisherman’s Blues/Room To Roam band, 1989-1990’ Deluxe box set and hardback book

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Shortly after the release of their classic 1988 album Fisherman’s Blues, during a break in the sell-out world tour that followed, The Waterboys core line-up of Mike Scott (vocals, guitars, piano), Steve Wickham (fiddle/mandolin/organ), Anto […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Glasgow legend Ewan MacFarlane's euphoric 'Underneath Your Spell'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Glasgow legend Ewan MacFarlane’s euphoric ‘Underneath Your Spell’

September 10, 2021 XS Noize

Today Scottish artist Ewan MacFarlane releases one of the best new songs we’ve heard in a long while, ‘Underneath Your Spell’. The track is MacFarlane’s second solo single from his debut solo album ‘Always Everlong’, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne - I've Been Trying To Tell You 2
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Saint Etienne – I’ve Been Trying To Tell You

September 9, 2021 Lori Gava

St Etienne has always been masterful in their ability to convey emotion through their sonics. Their decades-long collaboration has produced engaging works winning them significant critical praise and a Mercury Award nomination. Their latest offering, […]

THE CHARLATANS share lost track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ - Listen Now
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THE CHARLATANS share lost track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ – Listen Now

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

THE CHARLATANS have just shared a new track entitled ‘C’mon, C’mon’ which was originally recorded in the nineties, but was lost, unheard and never released until now. “C’MON C’MON It’s about taking chances while they’re […]

AQUILO share new track ‘I Wanna See You Smile’ & announce headline tour of the UK and Europe in February 2022
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AQUILO share new track ‘I Wanna See You Smile’ & announce headline tour of the UK and Europe in February 2022

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

After 490 million career streams to date, a revitalised and resurgent Aquilo take another big step towards the October 15th release of their new album ‘A Safe Place To Be’ by sharing the new track […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Sam Walwyn delivers the captivating new single ‘Mama Plum’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Sam Walwyn delivers the captivating new single ‘Mama Plum’

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

Having already commanded a huge amount of admiration and acclaim for his recently shared singles ‘First Place’ and ‘Littered Sense Of You’ this past year, fast-rising singer and songwriter Sam Walwyn is now looking to […]

JAMES ARTHUR announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on 28th March 2022 1
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JAMES ARTHUR announces headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on 28th March 2022

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

James Arthur today delights fans by announcing tours of both the UK & Ireland and North America in 2022. The tour includes dates at Ulster Hall on 28th March and Olympia Theatre on 29th March. […]

FOY VANCE announces his largest ever headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 2nd April 2022 1
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FOY VANCE announces his largest ever headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 2nd April 2022

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter Foy Vance is pleased to announce his largest ever headline show at The SSE Arena, Belfast on Saturday 02nd April 2022. Foy’s second studio album on Ed Sheeran’s Gingerbread Man Records and the follow-up […]

IRON MAIDEN share brand-new animated music video for 'Stratego' - Watch Now
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IRON MAIDEN share brand-new animated music video for ‘Stratego’ – Watch Now

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

Iron Maiden have released the brand-new animated video for ‘Stratego’, which is taken from their critically acclaimed 17th studio album, Senjutsu, which is out now. The video, which continues the Japanese theme of the album, […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: Otis Redding - Otis Blue
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: Otis Redding – Otis Blue

September 9, 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. Limited edition blue vinyl reissue of The […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Freddie Mercer - Place In The Sky
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TRACK PREMIERE: Freddie Mercer – Place In The Sky

September 9, 2021 XS Noize

Place In The Sky (rel 10.09.21) is the second single from Indie-Rock singer-songwriter Freddie Mercer. Place In The Sky is a lockdown-inspired cry of freedom; it was recorded at AIR Studios (London) and co-produced with […]

WILD RIVERS return with introspective full length release 'Sidelines' on February 2022 2
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WILD RIVERS return with introspective full length release ‘Sidelines’ on February 2022

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

With over 200 million streams and a number of upcoming sold-out shows, Toronto’s Wild Rivers has established a devoted following with their eloquent and introspective lyrics, genre-fluid melodies, glorious harmonies and captivating live performances. Now […]

GEORGE COSBY shares the video for new single 'She Got It Bad' - Watch Now
New Music

GEORGE COSBY shares the video for new single ‘She Got It Bad’ – Watch Now

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

Bringing a romantic, cinematic grandeur to 2021’s music landscape, George Cosby sounds quite unlike anyone else. His unique voice and songs will appeal to fans of Lana Del Rey, Florence + The Machine and Arlo […]

FICKLE FRIENDS new album ‘Are We Gonna Be Alright?’ to be released on Jan 14th 1
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FICKLE FRIENDS new album ‘Are We Gonna Be Alright?’ to be released on Jan 14th

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

Fickle Friends first established their reputation entirely independently, touring extensively throughout the UK and Europe before hitting the Top 10 with their major-label debut album ‘You Are Someone Else’. Over the course of the last […]

LANA DEL REY announces her eighth studio record 'Blue Banisters' - Watch video for new track ‘Arcadia’
New Music

LANA DEL REY announces her eighth studio record ‘Blue Banisters’ – Watch video for new track ‘Arcadia’

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

Today Lana Del Rey announces the pre-order for her eighth studio record Blue Banisters following the success of her previous album Chemtrails Over The Country Club, which was released earlier this year. Due for release on 22nd October, the pre-order for Blue Banisters is […]

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN are re-releasing their first four albums on vinyl on 22 October 1
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ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN are re-releasing their first four albums on vinyl on 22 October

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN are re-releasing their first four albums on vinyl on 22 October. Each of them will be available on 180g black vinyl from all music retailers, as well as limited edition coloured […]

THE DARKNESS reveal brand new song 'Nobody Can See Me Cry' - Watch Video 1
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THE DARKNESS reveal brand new song ‘Nobody Can See Me Cry’ – Watch Video

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

The Darkness have released the brand new song ‘Nobody Can See Me Cry’, taken from their forthcoming album Motorheart out November 19th via Cooking Vinyl. ‘Nobody Can See Me Cry’ is a high-octane riffola featuring […]

The Who's ROGER DALTREY announces 'Who Was I' tour 1
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The Who’s ROGER DALTREY announces ‘Who Was I’ tour

September 8, 2021 XS Noize

One of the UK’s greatest singers is striking out across the UK this November, a return to performing that cannot come soon enough for The Who legend. “The truth is singers need to sing,” says […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Unpinnable Butterflies – Sweet Loretta
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TRACK PREMIERE: Unpinnable Butterflies – Sweet Loretta

September 8, 2021 Randall Radic

Unpinnable Butterflies, the project of Gabriel Judet-Weinshel, introduces the second single from his upcoming album, Radio Ocean, slated for release on September 24 via sonaBLAST! Records. Weinshel’s films include 7 Splinters in Time, a filmmaker, […]

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