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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
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          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 […]

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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
          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 […]

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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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ERASURE release video for new single ‘Fallen Angel’ - Watch Now!
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ERASURE release video for new single ‘Fallen Angel’ – Watch Now!

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have launched a brand new video, evoking the spirit of Hallowe’en with a spooky short for ‘Fallen Angel’. Starring Heidi N Closet (star of season 12 of RuPaul’s Drag […]

STING to release new album 'Duets' on November 27th 1
New Music

STING to release new album ‘Duets’ on November 27th

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Always known as a musical explorer, pioneering genre-bending sounds and collaborations, 17-time Grammy Award winner STING will release a new album, entitled Duets, on November 27. From the melismatic longing of “Desert Rose” with Rai […]

Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES announces new album & film ‘Don’t Let The Devil Take Another Day’ 1
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Stereophonics frontman KELLY JONES announces new album & film ‘Don’t Let The Devil Take Another Day’

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Stereophonics frontman Kelly Jones today announces the release of ‘Don’t Let The Devil Take Another Day’. Featuring some of Stereophonics’ finest moments reimagined, rearranged and intimately re-recorded by Kelly and his band, all a talented […]

REBEKAH FITCH releases new single ‘Game Over’ - Listen Now!
New Music

REBEKAH FITCH releases new single ‘Game Over’ – Listen Now!

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Irish alt-pop songwriter Rebekah Fitch takes influence from poetry and experimental electronica. New single ‘Game Over’ leans into the electronic side, with a despondency that perfectly captures the feeling of having the rug pulled from […]

WATCH the trailer for ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ 1
New Music

WATCH the trailer for ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys and War Child UK announce the release of ‘Arctic Monkeys – Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ on December 4th 2020.   All proceeds from the album will go to War Child UK to help fill what could be […]

DEACON BLUE Announce new mini-album 'Riding On The Tide Of Love'
Gigs

DEACON BLUE Announce new mini-album ‘Riding On The Tide Of Love’

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

“Riding On The Tide Of Love” features 8 brand new songs and will be released on the 5th of February 2021 via earMUSIC on CD, LP, limited edition DTC coloured vinyl LP and digital. The […]

Liverpool’s ‘brothers sin’ GENERATION share video for new single 'Suicidal Champagne' - Watch Now!
New Music

Liverpool’s ‘brothers sin’ GENERATION share video for new single ‘Suicidal Champagne’ – Watch Now!

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Fearless and pheromone-filled, Liverpool’s ‘brothers sin’, James and Dean Carne, re-enter the night as lippy punk pair, Generation and set a course for the deepest corners of ego, desire and mania with glitter and blood […]

DMA’S release video for 'Round & Around' - Watch Now!
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DMA’S release video for ‘Round & Around’ – Watch Now!

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

DMA’S current album THE GLOW represented a huge leap forward for the Australian trio. They infused their euphoric anthems with pulsating alt-pop synths and big beat dynamics, a heady blend which resulted in the highest […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Hearts Beating In Time - Simone’s
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Hearts Beating In Time – Simone’s

October 28, 2020 XS Noize

Hearts Beating In Time – the solo project of Berlin-based Maltese singer-songwriter Rebecca Theuma – perfectly blends lo-fi electronic dream-pop and single ‘Simone’s’ announces the artist onto the roster of independent label Reckless Yes. The […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Amy Macdonald - The Human Demands
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Amy Macdonald – The Human Demands

October 28, 2020 Lee Campbell

The Scottish siren’s fifth LP, The Human Demands finds her confronting the everyday challenges of love, longing, nostalgia, anger, loneliness and self-discovery. Macdonald tells a deeply personal story of relational experiences which has a distinctly […]

INTERVIEW with Irish hip-hop artist and producer UWMAMI 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW with Irish hip-hop artist and producer UWMAMI

October 28, 2020 Randall Radic

Irish hip-hop, relegated to niche underground status prior to the ‘90s, began to emerge slowly during the ‘90s and over the course of the last two decades has become virtually mainstream. One of the most […]

Watch the trailer for Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds with SHANE MACGOWAN 1
New Music

Watch the trailer for Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds with SHANE MACGOWAN

October 27, 2020 XS Noize

CROCK OF GOLD – A FEW ROUNDS WITH SHANE MACGOWAN deep dives into the life of the tortured Irish vocalist, best known as the lead singer and songwriter of the Pogues, who famously combined traditional […]

BELLE & SEBASTIAN set to release a double live album 'What to Look for in Summer' on December 11th 1
New Music

BELLE & SEBASTIAN set to release a double live album ‘What to Look for in Summer’ on December 11th

October 27, 2020 XS Noize

On December 11th, Matador Records will release Belle and Sebastian’s What to Look for in Summer, a live double album gathering choice selections from the band’s 2019 world tour, including last summer’s epic “Boaty Weekender” […]

JAKE BUGG shares cinematic short film for new single 'All I Need' - Watch Now!
New Music

JAKE BUGG shares cinematic short film for new single ‘All I Need’ – Watch Now!

October 27, 2020 XS Noize

Jake Bugg has shared his euphoric new single and cinematic short film All I Need, which is another taster of his fresh new sound and follows recently released tracks Rabbit Hole and Saviours of the […]

TRACK PREMIERE: MTRSS - Cali High
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TRACK PREMIERE: MTRSS – Cali High

October 27, 2020 XS Noize

MTRSS is an audio-visual voyage. It is a collaborative journey, exploring what happens when artists and digital alchemists get together to create order from chaos. And chaos from order. It is an intimate sonic adventure […]

ALBUM REVIEW: EELS - Earth to Dora
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: EELS – Earth to Dora

October 26, 2020 Michael Barron

“E”, aka Mark Oliver Everett is, unfortunately, no stranger to sadness and heartbreak. At 19 he found his father, Hugh Everett III dead. His sister Elizabeth committed suicide in 1996 and his mother Nancy died […]

THE GREAT LESLIE set to release new single 'Out Of My Hands' on 30th October
New Music

THE GREAT LESLIE set to release new single ‘Out Of My Hands’ on 30th October

October 26, 2020 XS Noize

The Great Leslie are a London based Alt-Rock band combining raw vocals with Rock n Roll influence to produce a sound that will leave you wanting more. Inspired by David Bowie, Ella Fitzgerald, Edith Piaf, […]

ALBUM REVIEW: William Shatner – The Blues
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: William Shatner – The Blues

October 26, 2020 David Ham

William Shatner is a rare cultural phenomenon, an actor and celebrity who has become a worldwide household name. Most people instantly think of James T. Kirk. The starship Captain on his five-year mission “ to […]

BAP KENNEDY To Receive Posthumous OH YEAH LEGEND AWARD as part of the NI Music Prize on November 12th
Gigs

BAP KENNEDY To Receive Posthumous OH YEAH LEGEND AWARD as part of the NI Music Prize on November 12th

October 26, 2020 XS Noize

This year’s Oh Yeah Legend Award is in association with Marie Curie, Belfast and is dedicated to the singer-songwriter Bap Kennedy, who died in 2016. This is in recognition of Bap’s enduring legacy, chiefly as […]

AC/DC unleashes the video for 'Shot In The Dark' - Watch Now! 2
New Music

AC/DC unleashes the video for ‘Shot In The Dark’ – Watch Now!

October 26, 2020 XS Noize

AC/DC unleashes the video for “Shot In The Dark” directed by their longtime video director, David Mallet. The release of the video was preceded by a conversation between Mallet and the band, touching on stories […]

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