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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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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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FLEET FOXES Announce: ‘A Very Lonely Solstice Livestream’ on December 21, 2020 1
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FLEET FOXES Announce: ‘A Very Lonely Solstice Livestream’ on December 21, 2020

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

Today Fleet Foxes announced the first official Livestream since the release of their celebrated fourth full-length album, Shore. ‘A Very Lonely Solstice Livestream’ will take place on the Winter Solstice as the 2020 bookend to […]

BLOSSOMS to play live virtual gig LIVE FROM LONDON Broadcast from O2 Academy Brixton   3rd December 2020
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BLOSSOMS to play live virtual gig LIVE FROM LONDON Broadcast from O2 Academy Brixton 3rd December 2020

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

Blossoms are taking over O2 Academy Brixton for an exclusive gig streamed on MelodyVR on Thursday 3rd December at 8.30 pm GMT. The Stockport fivesome, whose hits include ‘Charlemagne’, ‘I Can’t Stand It’ and ‘Your […]

BEAR'S DEN release new EP 'Christmas, Hopefully' today - Listen Now
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BEAR’S DEN release new EP ‘Christmas, Hopefully’ today – Listen Now

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the release of their critically-acclaimed record ‘Fragments’ in September, a collaborative release with noted producer and composer Paul Frith, Bear’s Den has now capped off their 2020 with the release of a […]

FISH reveals 'A Fish In The Lemon Tree' - A full audio stream of his only 2020 live show 1
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FISH reveals ‘A Fish In The Lemon Tree’ – A full audio stream of his only 2020 live show

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

FISH has unveiled an audio stream from his only live show of 2020. Recorded on March 13th at The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen, the audio will be available to stream for free on Soundcloud and […]

FIELD MUSIC announces new track 'Home For Christmas' taken from Memphis Industries festive compilation 'Lost Christmas' 1
New Music

FIELD MUSIC announces new track ‘Home For Christmas’ taken from Memphis Industries festive compilation ‘Lost Christmas’

December 1, 2020 XS Noize

This year independent record label Memphis Industries have corralled their musical titans to create some holiday songs with the hope of bringing cheer and warming cockles to the cynical and season loving alike. This festive […]

THE ALARM announce their 'CHRISTMAS GATHERING 2020' geo-synchronised online global concert
Gigs

THE ALARM announce their ‘CHRISTMAS GATHERING 2020’ geo-synchronised online global concert

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

On Saturday, December 19th 2020, Mike Peters and The Alarm will host a unique Christmas Gathering concert, beamed live into homes all around the world. Virtual Tickets for The Alarm’s Christmas Gathering allow exclusive access […]

PRIMUS announce virtual concert 'Alive From Pachyderm Station'
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PRIMUS announce virtual concert ‘Alive From Pachyderm Station’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

On December 11, Primus will stream the one-of-a-kind virtual concert Alive From Pachyderm Station. Like so many other touring bands, Primus was forced to reschedule their 2020 touring plans; Alive From Pachyderm Station offers fans […]

Nottingham’s DO NOTHING share video for new single 'Glueland' 1
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Nottingham’s DO NOTHING share video for new single ‘Glueland’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Nottingham’s Do Nothing have today revealed the Citizen Kane-influenced video for their brand new single ‘Glueland’. Released on their own label Exact Truth earlier in November, the single has already landed on the BBC Radio […]

Scottish artist JACK STARK shares captivating new single 'As Feathers' - Listen!
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Scottish artist JACK STARK shares captivating new single ‘As Feathers’ – Listen!

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter Jack Stark releases his captivating new single As Feathers, out now. Jack’s distinctively powerful baritone is at the forefront. It soars effortlessly over intricate guitar twangs and tightly woven harmonies, creating a sound […]

ALANIS MORISSETTE releases video for a cover of ‘Happy Xmas (War Is Over)’
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ALANIS MORISSETTE releases video for a cover of ‘Happy Xmas (War Is Over)’

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette has released her cover of “War Is Over” along with an accompanying video. “War is Over” is a cover of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s original song “Happy Xmas […]

INTERVIEW: AARON TURNER on his recent collaboration with PHARAOH OVERLORD 1
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INTERVIEW: AARON TURNER on his recent collaboration with PHARAOH OVERLORD

November 30, 2020 Dan Volohov

Recently released “6” became one of the most unusual records for both Pharaoh Overlord – Finnish electronic duo and Aaron Turner, who’d collaborated with Tomi Leppänen Jussi Lehtisalo as their featured vocalist on the record. […]

LOW ISLAND share video for new single 'In Your Arms' - Watch Now! 2
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LOW ISLAND share video for new single ‘In Your Arms’ – Watch Now!

November 30, 2020 XS Noize

LOW ISLAND have shared a new single ‘In Your Arms’ alongside an arresting animated video directed by Bristol-based animator Patrick Atkins. Reminiscent of the swirling textures found on Radiohead’s A Moon Shaped Pool as well […]

BOOK REVIEW: Music: A Fold-Out Graphic History 2
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Music: A Fold-Out Graphic History

November 30, 2020 Michael Barron

When James Boyle, Jennifer Jenkins & Keith Aoki wrote their graphic novel “Theft! A History of Music”, they begin in 1400 BC in Mesopotamia (Ancient Greece) where they traced the earliest use of musical notation […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Laura Carbone - Live At Rockpalast
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Laura Carbone – Live At Rockpalast

November 29, 2020 Amanda Stock

Berlin-based artist Laura Carbone has been creating a great deal of buzz in music circles since the release of her debut album Sirens in 2015. Prior to its release, Laura had been the lead singer […]

JANET DEVLIN announces 2021 UK & Ireland ‘Confessional’ tour 1
Gigs

JANET DEVLIN announces 2021 UK & Ireland ‘Confessional’ tour

November 28, 2020 XS Noize

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Janet Devlin has announced a September 2021 tour of the UK and Ireland, her first since 2016. Tickets will be available to purchase on Monday, November 30th at 9 am for mailing […]

ANNA STRAKER shares new single ‘Break Up Song’ - Listen Now!
New Music

ANNA STRAKER shares new single ‘Break Up Song’ – Listen Now!

November 28, 2020 XS Noize

This year has seen Anna Straker excel by discovering her true identity as an artist. She has embraced the confidence to say exactly how she feels about a variety of life experiences, channelling those stories […]

KENDRICK LAMAR * TYLER, THE CREATOR * A$AP ROCKY to headline LONGITUDE at Marlay Park summer 2021 2
Gigs

KENDRICK LAMAR * TYLER, THE CREATOR * A$AP ROCKY to headline LONGITUDE at Marlay Park summer 2021

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Longitude returns to Marlay Park this summer from Friday, July 2nd to Sunday, July 4th 2021. The first round of acts are as follows. Kendrick Lamar will headline the Friday night of Longitude. Indisputably the […]

TRICKY launches project with mental health charity BRISTOL MIND
New Music

TRICKY launches project with mental health charity BRISTOL MIND

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Tricky has today announced the first step in a new fundraising effort to raise money and awareness surrounding mental health in his hometown of Bristol, by launching for sale a deluxe notebook set from his […]

RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December 1
Gigs

RYAN MCMULLAN announces Christmas livestream from Ulster Hall, Belfast on Sunday 27th December

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

Ryan McMullan has announced an exciting livestream event which will take place this Christmas, on Sunday 27th Dec. Broadcast Live from the historic Ulster Hall stage, Ryan will be performing a set of music which […]

YOU ME AT SIX release new single 'SUCKAPUNCH' and announce 2021 album launch shows
Gigs

YOU ME AT SIX release new single ‘SUCKAPUNCH’ and announce 2021 album launch shows

November 27, 2020 XS Noize

You Me At Six have shared their new single and music video, ‘SUCKAPUNCH’, the title track from their highly anticipated forthcoming new album, due January 15th via Underdog Records / AWAL. The band have also […]

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