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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
          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 […]

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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
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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
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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 […]

  • 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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Bangor Blues & Jazz Week
News

Bangor Blues & Jazz Week announced as part of August Open House Festival

June 17, 2025 XS Noize

Open House Festival has added to its summer programme in Bangor with a week-long Blues & Jazz event, the first to be held in the city. Supported by Ards and North Down Borough Council and […]

The Dears
News

The Dears Return with Brand New Single “Babe, We’ll Find A Way”

June 17, 2025 XS Noize

Today, The Dears are announcing their recent signing with Next Door Records (The Weather Station, Yves Jarvis, Charlotte Cornfield) by sharing the new single, “Babe, We’ll Find A Way”, their first new release since Lovers […]

LIVE REVIEW: Charli XCX’s Lido at Victoria Park – A Brat Manifesto in Motion
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Charli XCX’s Lido at Victoria Park – A Brat Manifesto in Motion

June 17, 2025 Michael Barron

Meltdown set the blueprint for artist-curated festivals 30 years ago. In 2024, Charli XCX took that torch and ran with it—outdoors, no less—bringing her Lido edition to Mile End’s Victoria Park, also home to All […]

Aviva Stadium
Gigs

What you need to know as Dua Lipa wraps up European tour in Dublin

June 15, 2025 XS Noize

Get ready to bask in pop utopia as Dua Lipa takes the stage on June 27, 2025, to conclude the European leg of her ongoing third concert tour, “Radical Optimism,” at the Aviva Stadium in […]

The Florentinas
News

Bangor’s The Florentinas Return with Infectious Summer Anthem ‘The Scary Thing Is’

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Fresh from their European Tour with Snow Patrol and currently opening for them across the month of June, The Florentinas are delighted to release their new single ‘The Scary Thing Is’ – Out Now! Paddy […]

Kane Brown
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Global Superstar Kane Brown Releases New Summer Anthem “2 Pair”

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Today, global superstar Kane Brown releases his new song, “2 Pair” via Sony Music Nashville. The track is Brown’s latest project following the success of his recent record, The High Road, which was released this […]

Beyonce
Gigs

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour: Complete venue guide

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Get your cowboy jackets, saddle up, and get ready to ride with Beyoncé as she plays multiple shows at two iconic European venues. Beyoncé’s ongoing tenth concert tour, officially titled “Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo […]

LIVE REVIEW: The Streets Kick Off Meltdown 2025 with an Electrifying, Crowd-Commanding Set
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Streets Kick Off Meltdown 2025 with an Electrifying, Crowd-Commanding Set

June 13, 2025 Michael Barron

Now in its 30th edition, Meltdown has long stood as a bastion of artist-led curation — a space where visionary musicians shape their own festivals. With past curators including Chaka Khan and Nile Rodgers, this […]

Mark Ronson and RAYE
News

Mark Ronson teams up with RAYE for new single ‘Suzanne’

June 13, 2025 XS Noize

Mark Ronson and RAYE have teamed up on new song ‘Suzanne’ for an exciting musical collaboration. The track captures the timeless magic of music that they both love. Written by Mark, RAYE, Tommy Brenneck and […]

Stephen Moore
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Stephen Moore on Post Death Soundtrack’s New Album & HE IS ME

June 12, 2025 Randall Radic

Post Death Soundtrack, the musical project of Stephen Moore, recently unveiled his fifth album, IN ALL MY NIGHTMARES I AM ALONE, a 30-track collection of songs ranging across the stylistic spectrum, including rock, Gothic rock, […]

Mantra of the Cosmos
News

Shaun Ryder, Andy Bell, Zak Starkey and Bez team up with Noel Gallagher for new Mantra of the Cosmos single

June 12, 2025 XS Noize

As an all-star band featuring iconic names in the shape of Happy Mondays / Black Grape duo Shaun Ryder and Bez with Andy Bell (Oasis, Ride) and Zak Starkey (Oasis, The Who, Johnny Marr), Mantra […]

The Farm
Podcast

Peter Hooton on The Farm’s First Album in 30 Years | XS Noize Podcast #231

June 11, 2025 XS Noize

In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Peter Hooton, frontman of Liverpool legends The Farm, to discuss their first new studio album in over 30 years — Let […]

Linkin Park
Gigs

Possible set list for Linkin Park’s From Zero World Tour show in Düsseldorf

June 11, 2025 XS Noize

Linkin Park gained widespread recognition for their inventive fusion of nu-metal intensity, electronic influences, and hip-hop beats, resulting in a sound that was globally embraced. This complex formula earned the group a loyal following as […]

Van Morrison
News

Van Morrison Announces ‘An Evening of Words and Music’ at Waterfront Hall, Belfast

June 10, 2025 XS Noize

International music legend and Belfast’s own bard, Van Morrison, will return to the stage at the iconic Waterfront Hall on Sunday, 14 September 2025 for a one-night-only celebration: ‘An Evening of Words and Music’, featuring […]

MASI MASI
News

MASI MASI Unleashes New Single ‘The Rain’ Before Summer Tour

June 10, 2025 XS Noize

Bradford based solo artist MASI MASI unveils his latest single “The Rain,” the third release from an album’s worth of new material crafted in the unlikeliest of studios: a friend’s garage in Los Angeles, when […]

License Tracks
Features 2

Chart Topping Artists License Tracks for online slots Platforms

June 9, 2025 XS Noize

In this time of digital fun that keeps changing, unexpected collaborations are reshaping traditions. One new trend getting big is top musicians partnering with game developers. This thought might seem odd at first; famous musicians […]

Oasis
Gigs

The best UK music tours of the year: A fans guide

June 9, 2025 XS Noize

Live music lovers have every reason to get excited for 2025, with a star-studded calendar of concerts lined up across the year. From pop and rap to country and rock, the touring circuit is stacked […]

LIVE REVIEW: Djo Transcends Actor-Turned-Musician Clichés in Dazzling London Set Credit: Denise Esposito
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Djo Shines Beyond the Screen in Dazzling London Show

June 9, 2025 Denise Esposito

Djo, the musical moniker of actor, producer, and songwriter Joe Keery (best known as Steve Harrington in Stranger Things), proved he’s no part-time musician with three sold-out nights at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town. Now […]

BILLIE EILISH announces Belfast & Dublin shows on the first leg of her Happier Than Ever, The World Tour 1
Gigs

Billie Eilish 2025 Tour: Anticipation builds ahead of London shows.

June 7, 2025 XS Noize

Get ready to rock your jorts and bandanas as Billie Eilish’s “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour” approaches its London dates at The O2 Arena. The tour promises dynamic performances, eco-friendly initiatives, diverse musical […]

massive attack
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Massive Attack Confront War, Climate Crisis, and Corporate Power in Stunning Manchester Show

June 6, 2025 Jay Roberts

This show very nearly didn’t happen at all. Massive Attack have always been not only principled but remarkably forthright in standing by those principles. Of particular relevance here is their long-standing support of the cultural […]

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