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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 […]

  • 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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STEPS return with brand new album & 14-date arena tour 1
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STEPS return with brand new album & 14-date arena tour

September 8, 2020 XS Noize

Three years after they staged the most successful comeback of the decade, enduring pop legends STEPS – aka Claire, Faye, H, Lee and Lisa – return once again with their new album, What The Future […]

PALACE announce ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd
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PALACE announce ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

After the release of their sublime sophomore album ‘Life After’ last summer followed by sold-out UK, European and debut North American tours, London band Palace today announce the ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rdvia Fiction. […]

Dublin alt-folk riser AILBHE REDDY shares poignant new effort 'Looking Happy'
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Dublin alt-folk riser AILBHE REDDY shares poignant new effort ‘Looking Happy’

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Dublin alt-folk riser Ailbhe Reddy shares poignant new track ‘Looking Happy’, the latest offering from debut album ‘Personal History’ set for release 2nd October via Friends of the Family. Showcasing her astute songwriting, ‘Looking Happy’ […]

AMY MACDONALD Announces 2021 European headline tour
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AMY MACDONALD Announces 2021 European headline tour

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Amy Macdonald’s current single ‘The Hudson’ has proved to be the perfect introduction to her upcoming fifth album ‘The Human Demands’, resulting in a Radio 2 premiere courtesy of Ken Bruce and a revealing interview […]

BEABADOOBEE announces headline Belfast show on Wednesday September 29th 2021 2
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BEABADOOBEE announces headline Belfast show on Wednesday September 29th 2021

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

Indisputably one of the most exciting breakthrough artists of the past year, Beabadoobee today announces details of her headline Belfast show at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Wednesday 29th September 2021. Beabadoobee recently announced the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ghosts of Our Former Selves - If That’s Love
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ghosts of Our Former Selves – If That’s Love

September 7, 2020 XS Noize

The multi-talented and prolific London band Ghosts of Our Former Selves return this September with one of their most authentically soulful releases to date. The new single ‘If That’s Love’ showcases the band’s love for […]

TAYLOR SWIFT’s 'folklore' is the first album in four years to spend six consecutive weeks at #1
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TAYLOR SWIFT’s ‘folklore’ is the first album in four years to spend six consecutive weeks at #1

September 6, 2020 XS Noize

Standing out as the top-selling record of 2020 worldwide, Taylor Swift’s critically-acclaimed, 5-star album, folklore, has achieved “the longest consecutive run at #1 since 2016” with six straight weeks atop the Billboard 200. This success […]

MEMBRANES share video for new single 'Breath In / Breath Out' - Watch Now
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MEMBRANES share video for new single ‘Breath In / Breath Out’ – Watch Now

September 6, 2020 XS Noize

Membranes new single is a remoulding of one of the key tracks from their acclaimed ‘What Nature Gives/Nature Takes Away’ album. The song sees the band embrace their 26 piece choir in an epic and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Doves - The Universal Want
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ALBUM REVIEW: Doves – The Universal Want

September 6, 2020 Sandra Blemster

Manchester trio Doves return with their fifth studio album, The Universal Want, released on September 11, 2020. Comprising Jimi Goodwin (vocals, bass, guitar), Jez Williams (guitar, vocals), and Andy Williams (drums, vocals), with unofficial fourth […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Tricky – Fall To Pieces
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Tricky – Fall To Pieces

September 6, 2020 Dan Volohov

Despite the name of the newest long play by Tricky, it seems that the maestro of trip-hop has united all the different aspects of his career. Whether these are references to his debut – Maxinquaye […]

Green Day's BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG Releases Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric's "Whole Wide World"
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Green Day’s BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG Releases Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric’s “Whole Wide World”

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Billie Joe Armstrong of five-time Grammy Award-winning rock band Green Day released an Amazon Original Cover of Wreckless Eric’s “Whole Wide World.” The track is available to stream and purchase only on Amazon Music. […]

GARETH DUNLOP releases brand new EP ‘Born Uncool’ on Friday 18th September
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GARETH DUNLOP shares ‘Train Driver’ from upcoming Born Uncool EP – Listen Now

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Gareth Dunlop releases brand new EP ‘Born Uncool’ A collection of songs created during the lockdown. “I had intended to release my second album (ANIMAL) this spring, but Covid turned the world upside down so […]

Rising Dublin four-piece TV PEOPLE release new single & video 'Nothing More' - Watch Now
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Rising Dublin four-piece TV PEOPLE release new single & video ‘Nothing More’ – Watch Now

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today, rising Dublin quartet TV PEOPLE return with their third single of 2020, ‘Nothing More’ and its accompanying video directed by Robert Clarke. Mixed and recorded at Darklands Audio with Dan Doherty (Fontaines D.C., Vulpynes) […]

PALACE announce ‘SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE EP’ out October 23rd
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PALACE announce ‘SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE EP’ out October 23rd

September 4, 2020 XS Noize

After the release of their sublime sophomore album ‘Life After’ last summer followed by the sold-out UK, European and debut North American tours, London band Palace today announce the ‘Someday, Somewhere’ EP, out October 23rd […]

EXCLUSIVE album stream: Listen to Bearcraft’s electronically charged ‘Fabrefactions’ in full! 1
Album Stream

EXCLUSIVE album stream: Listen to Bearcraft’s electronically charged ‘Fabrefactions’ in full!

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Bristol music collective Bearcraft release their new electronically charged LP, ‘Fabrefactions’, and XS Noize are pleased to premiere it in full. ‘Fabrefactions’ is Essex born musician/producer Dicky Moore aka Bearcraft’s lead protagonist’s second album […]

THE SMITHS
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THE SMITHS’ Drummer Mike Joyce Raffles ‘The Queen Is Dead’ Platinum Disc In Support Of Back on Track

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Mike Joyce is parting ways with his one of a kind Platinum Disc for The Smiths’ iconic ‘The Queen is Dead’ album to raise money for Back on Track – a local charity who […]

Dark-Pop pioneer KLEOPATRA releases new EP 'Machina'
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Dark-Pop pioneer KLEOPATRA releases new EP ‘Machina’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Transporting electronic dark-pop to new heights, KLEOPATRA’s debut EP ‘Machina’ is a slick compilation of distorted yet silky vocals and psychedelic melodies. KLEOPATRA intriguingly blurs the lines between humanity and the digital, and compellingly highlights […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop artist REBECKA REINHARD shares new video for ‘A PICK’ 3
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Swedish dream-pop artist REBECKA REINHARD shares new video for ‘A PICK’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the release of her highly praised new EP ‘Whale’ released near the end of August, Swedish artist Rebecka Reinhard now returns to share the official video for one of the collection’s standout […]

Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS' '(WHAT'S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?' 1
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Big Brother Recordings to release special formats to celebrate 25th Anniversary of OASIS’ ‘(WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY?’

September 3, 2020 XS Noize

On October 2nd, 2020 Big Brother Recordings release limited edition album formats including a double silver coloured LP and picture disc on heavyweight vinyl with remastered audio to mark the 25th anniversary of (What’s The […]

THE ARTHUR BROTHERS share video for new single ‘Sun Gun’ - Watch Now
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THE ARTHUR BROTHERS share video for new single ‘Sun Gun’ – Watch Now

September 2, 2020 XS Noize

The Arthur Brothers; is a London based artistic alliance centred around brothers Matt and Danny Arthur and the producer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist J. C. Wright. With an eclectic batch of singles over the last two years, […]

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