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        • 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 […]

          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 […]

        • Book Reviews

          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
          Album Reviews

          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
          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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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REBEKAH FITCH shares new single “Goodbye” - Listen Now
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REBEKAH FITCH shares new single “Goodbye” – Listen Now

July 9, 2021 XS Noize

Live at Snap Studios, London, Rebekah’s new single ‘Goodbye’ is a song that perfectly captures the struggle to express the true weight of a permanent goodbye between two cherished people – what our heart is […]

CONOR MARCUS releases new single 'Love You Again' - Listen Now!
New Music

CONOR MARCUS releases new single ‘Love You Again’ – Listen Now!

July 9, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh from his success on ITV’s The Voice Kids UK, one of Ireland’s rising artists Conor Marcus is pleased to announce a his new single ‘Love You Again’ and a headline show at the Oh […]

KEANE to play concert at the Hop Farm, Kent on 19 June 2022
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KEANE to play concert at the Hop Farm, Kent on 19 June 2022

July 8, 2021 XS Noize

After a six-year hiatus, Keane made a long-overdue return with their 2019 studio album ‘Cause and Effect; and a triumphant sold-out UK tour. The release of ‘Cause and Effect’ followed on from a succession of […]

SAM FENDER announces new album 'Seventeen Going Under' set for 8th October release
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SAM FENDER announces new album ‘Seventeen Going Under’ set for 8th October release

July 8, 2021 XS Noize

Sam Fender is very pleased to announce details of his second album, Seventeen Going Under. It is released on the 8th of October through Polydor Records. It was recorded in North Shields and produced with […]

INTERVIEW with LEE RANALDO - "The situation dictates the structures and ideas" 1
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INTERVIEW with LEE RANALDO – “The situation dictates the structures and ideas”

July 8, 2021 Dan Volohov

“Churning of the Ocean” is the second time Lee Ranaldo, Jim Jarmusch, Marc Urselli and Balazs Pandi get together. Previously, pushed by Urselli’s idea, quartet recorded their self-titled debut. A combination of soundscapes uniting improvisational […]

The mysterious DJ and producer CLAPTONE announces his new and forthcoming third studio album, Closer
New Music

The mysterious DJ and producer CLAPTONE announces his new and forthcoming third studio album, Closer

July 8, 2021 XS Noize

Claptone, the mysterious DJ and producer announces his new and forthcoming third studio album, Closer. Set for release on Nov 12th via Different Recordings / PIAS, the album will feature a string of collaborators and […]

THE BOO RADLEYS return with their first new music in 23 years - Listen to 'A Full Syringe And Memories Of You'
New Music

THE BOO RADLEYS return with their first new music in 23 years – Listen to ‘A Full Syringe And Memories Of You’

July 8, 2021 XS Noize

Critically-adored sonic explorers, The Boo Radleys return with their first new music in over two decades, releasing the dark beauty of A Full Syringe And Memories Of You. Originally immersed in the category of cult […]

THE OFFSPRING release video for new single 'This Is Not Utopia' - Watch Now! 1
Gigs

THE OFFSPRING release video for new single ‘This Is Not Utopia’ – Watch Now!

July 7, 2021 XS Noize

SoCal icons and one of rock music’s best-selling bands of all time, The Offspring, debuted the accompanying music video for their recently released track “This Is Not Utopia” off their chart-topping tenth studio album Let […]

ATOMIC KITTEN release reimagined version of their classic hit ‘Whole Again’ with a Euro’s twist for England fans
New Music

ATOMIC KITTEN release reimagined version of their classic hit ‘Whole Again’ with a Euro’s twist for England fans

July 7, 2021 XS Noize

ATOMIC KITTEN today release reimagined version of their classic hit ‘Whole Again’ with a Euro’s 2020 twist for England fans. The classic 2001 hit has been used by fans as a reimagined anthem and ode […]

DERMOT KENNEDY announces a second headline show at Belsonic on Saturday 18th September 2021
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DERMOT KENNEDY announces a second headline show at Belsonic on Saturday 18th September 2021

July 7, 2021 XS Noize

Following his largest ever SOLD OUT Belfast show to date at Belsonic in Ormeau Park, Dermot Kennedy is pleased to announce a second headline show on Saturday 18th September 2021. Dermot Kennedy is one of […]

TOM JONES announces a return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 10th August 2021
Gigs

TOM JONES announces a return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 10th August 2021

July 7, 2021 XS Noize

Welsh singing Icon Sir Tom Jones is pleased to announce a return to Belfast with a headline show at Custom House Square on Tuesday 10th August 2021. Sir Tom Jones has over 100 million record […]

INTERVIEW: The Bluetones' Mark Morriss on the 25th Anniversary of 'Expecting To Fly'
Podcast

INTERVIEW: The Bluetones’ Mark Morriss on the 25th Anniversary of ‘Expecting To Fly’

July 7, 2021 XS Noize

In episode #46 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with The Bluetones’ Mark Morriss to discuss the 25th anniversary of The Bluetones’ debut album Expecting To Fly. Hailing from Heston in […]

SOMEWHERE International Music Festival will return in 2022
Gigs

SOMEWHERE International Music Festival will return in 2022

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

SOMEWHERE, which launched in Tokyo in April 2019, with performances from Phoenix, JUSTICE, Carl Barât, Friendly Fires and Basement Jaxx, took up residence at London’s Hackney Empire in September 2019 with critically acclaimed shows headlined […]

ROYAL BLOOD announce four intimate UK summer 2021 headline shows
Gigs

ROYAL BLOOD announce four intimate UK summer 2021 headline shows

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

The wait is almost over. Having last played a full UK show at the Leeds Festival in August 2019, Royal Blood today make up for lost time as they announce details of four special intimate […]

The Best Seven Poker Songs Ever
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The Best Seven Poker Songs Ever

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

Poker has always been a favourite casino game for many people. Even those that don’t frequent brick-and-mortar, or online casinos, enjoy playing poker at home. So it’s no wonder that there have been so many […]

ENTER SHIKARI to release live film ‘Live At Vada’ on 16th July & announce warm up shows
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ENTER SHIKARI to release live film ‘Live At Vada’ on 16th July & announce warm up shows

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

Enter Shikari will release a film ‘Live At Vada’ on 16th July, filmed recently at Vada Studios (the location of a lot of the tracking for ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible’), and directed […]

DAMON ALBARN shares new track 'Polaris' from forthcoming album 'The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows'
Gigs

DAMON ALBARN shares new track ‘Polaris’ from forthcoming album ‘The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows’

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

Polaris, the lead track and accompanying live performance film from Damon Albarn’s forthcoming new album The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows, is released today. Polaris follows the earlier release of the haunting […]

CONOR MARCUS announces headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Thursday 25th November 2021 1
Gigs

CONOR MARCUS announces headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Thursday 25th November 2021

July 6, 2021 XS Noize

Fresh from his success on ITV’s The Voice Kids UK, one of Ireland’s rising artists Conor Marcus is pleased to announce a headline show at the Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast on Thursday 25th November 2021. […]

BOOK REVIEW: TOPP: Promotor Gary Topp Brought Us the World
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: TOPP: Promotor Gary Topp Brought Us the World

July 5, 2021 Michael Barron

You will have almost definitely heard of the artists that Gary Topp first brought to Canada, including The Police and The Ramones. Author David Collier who worked with Gary believes Gary’s cultural impact in opening […]

MILBURN announce 15th anniversary UK tour for 2021 1
Gigs

MILBURN announce 15th anniversary UK tour for 2021

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

To celebrate its 15th Anniversary, the band are set to release 1000 special edition double LPs of their seminal debut album ‘Well Well Well’ – a record which has never before been pressed on vinyl. […]

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