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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
          News

          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
          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
          Gigs

          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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SAINT PHNX bring you to their 'Happy Place' with video for new single - Watch Now!
New Music

SAINT PHNX bring you to their ‘Happy Place’ with video for new single – Watch Now!

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

Atlantic Records has announced the resounding label debut single from acclaimed Glasgow, Scotland-based alt-pop brother duo SAINT PHNX. A touching ode to their late father, “Happy Place” is available now. The song arrives alongside an […]

AMY MACDONALD reveals her version of the 4 Non-Blondes classic 'What's Up?'
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AMY MACDONALD reveals her version of the 4 Non-Blondes classic ‘What’s Up?’

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald today reveals her version of the 4 Non-Blondes classic ‘What’s Up?’, which she has released as an Amazon Original and is accompanied by a black-and-white performance video.  While the original song was first […]

JEREMY PIVEN announces An Evening of Stand-up Comedy [Live] At Ulster Hall, Belfast 18th October 2021 1
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JEREMY PIVEN announces An Evening of Stand-up Comedy [Live] At Ulster Hall, Belfast 18th October 2021

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

Golden Globe & Emmy Award-winning Actor Jeremy Piven, best known for his role as “ARI” on the hit series Entourage & HARRY GORDON SELFRIDGE in the critically acclaimed series Mr. Selfridge will be making his […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS return with 'Huffy' their first album in 3 years - Listen to  first single 'Contact High' 2
Gigs

WE ARE SCIENTISTS announce headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on 30th November 2021

July 5, 2021 XS Noize

US indie hero’s We Are Scientists are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at Limelight 2 on 30th November 2021. The indie mainstays return with their first new LP ‘Huffy’ in three years on […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Inhaler – It Won’t Always Be Like This
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Inhaler – It Won’t Always Be Like This

July 4, 2021 Aaron Kavanagh

In recent years, the Dublin-based rock band Inhaler have really been making a splash on the Irish music scene and gaining a ton of international recognition. After cutting their teeth for the best part of […]

THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Unravel (Cross Bone T Remix)’ & announces more live dates
Gigs

THE ANCHORESS releases ‘Unravel (Cross Bone T Remix)’ & announces more live dates

July 4, 2021 XS Noize

Following the release of her critically-lauded Top 40 album The Art of Losing, Welsh producer and multi-instrumentalist The Anchoress (aka Catherine Anne Davies) has shared a remix of recent single ‘Unravel’ by rapper and producer […]

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ’In Your Arms’
New Music

FREDDIE LONG shares video for new single ’In Your Arms’

July 4, 2021 XS Noize

Only two weeks in, and ’In Your Arms’ by singer-songwriter Freddie Long, has reached over 100k streams and has been added to various playlists. The newcomer’s song has been picked by BBC Introducing South as […]

IMAGINE DRAGONS announce fifth studio album MERCURY - ACT 1 out 3rd September 1
New Music

IMAGINE DRAGONS announce fifth studio album MERCURY – ACT 1 out 3rd September

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

GRAMMY®-winning, multi-Platinum band Imagine Dragons unveil their new single “Wrecked,” released today via KIDinaKORNER/Interscope. Additionally, the band announced the arrival of their forthcoming fifth studio album, Mercury – Act 1, set for release on September […]

ON THE TURNTABLE: A-Ha - Hunting High & Low
On The Turntable

ON THE TURNTABLE: A-Ha – Hunting High & Low

July 2, 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. Reissue of the debut album from the […]

WELSHY shares the video for new single ‘All For You’ - Watch Now!
New Music

WELSHY shares the video for new single ‘All For You’ – Watch Now!

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

After enjoying a phenomenal reaction to his breakthrough track ‘Haiti’ (9 million streams, huge radio and streaming support, and certified Gold in Ireland), Welshy’s follow-up ‘All For You’ is already shaping up to make an […]

THE STRANGLERS launch 'R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat' a new behind-the-scenes video series
Gigs

THE STRANGLERS launch ‘R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat’ a new behind-the-scenes video series

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

The Stranglers have released their first ‘R̶a̶t̶ Track Chat’, where we get a sneaky listen and behind-the-scenes insight from JJ, Baz and producer Louie Nicastro on tracks from the new album Dark Matters, starting with […]

PETER HOOK & THE LIGHT announce Joy Division : A Celebration at Limelight, Belfast on Saturday, November 12th 2022 1
Gigs

PETER HOOK & THE LIGHT announce Joy Division : A Celebration at Limelight, Belfast on Saturday, November 12th 2022

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

Commemorating over four decades of the group’s and Ian Curtis’ continuing influence, Peter Hook & The Light are coming to Belfast for a special show performing “Joy Division: A Celebration” on Saturday, November 12th 2022. […]

NICK WILSON shares new single ‘Love Can Be Lonely, Sometimes’
Gigs

NICK WILSON shares new single ‘Love Can Be Lonely, Sometimes’

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

From ‘Lead Me To The Water’ to ‘Yours To Take’, people have fallen for Nick Wilson’s exploration of love’s predictably unpredictable frailties. It’s a skill that has enabled the breaking singer-songwriter to take his music […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Freeman - Song's I Cannot Write
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jamie Freeman – Song’s I Cannot Write

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

UK singer-songwriter Jamie Freeman is excited to announce his new single Songs I Cannot Write. It’s the first track from his self-released forthcoming EP Isolated Incidents, scheduled for release on July 2nd, 2021. The release […]

JO O'MEARA shares new video for ‘On The Surface’ - Watch Now!
New Music

JO O’MEARA shares new video for ‘On The Surface’ – Watch Now!

July 2, 2021 XS Noize

After putting her heart and soul into her forthcoming solo album ‘With Love’, Jo O’Meara discovered that love was returned to her in abundance with a huge fan reaction to its launch. The album rapidly […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Modest Mouse - The Golden Casket
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Modest Mouse – The Golden Casket

July 1, 2021 Lori Gava

On June 25th, the musical Oracle of the Northwest, Modest Mouse band leader Isaac Brock delivered his latest take on our universal condition with The Golden Casket. Unlike many artists’ recent releases that shake their […]

VILLAGERS unveil video for new track 'So Simpatico' - Watch Now!
Gigs

VILLAGERS unveil video for new track ‘So Simpatico’ – Watch Now!

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

As the release of Villagers’ fifth album Fever Dreams edges closer – due August 20th via Domino – Conor O’Brien is delighted to unveil the second song from the upcoming record. The new track, “So […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS return with 'Huffy' their first album in 3 years - Listen to  first single 'Contact High' 2
Gigs

WE ARE SCIENTISTS return with ‘Huffy’ their first album in 3 years – Listen to first single ‘Contact High’

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

Beloved indie heroes We Are Scientists return with news of their first album in 3 years, with a blistering new single ‘Contact High’. The intoxicating, high-octane hit is set to soundtrack a surge of pent-up […]

LIVE REVIEW: Rag'n'Bone Man at Jazz Café London
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Rag’n’Bone Man at Jazz Café London

July 1, 2021 Michael Barron

It is fair to say that Rag‘n’Bone Man had some luck in his corner as he played out his third and final nights’ residency at the Jazz Café in Camden, London. England has just beaten […]

WENDY JAMES will (finally) tour the UK in August, September & October 2021
Gigs

WENDY JAMES will (finally) tour the UK in August, September & October 2021

July 1, 2021 XS Noize

When Wendy James released her 5th solo album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT on 1st May 2020 to critical acclaim, she was supposed to be heading out on a UK tour. But as Covid-19 hit and the […]

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