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        • The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          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 […]

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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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          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 […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall
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          LIVE REVIEW: Mogwai Deliver a Powerful, Full-Circle Return at Teenage Cancer Trust’s Royal Albert Hall

          March 26, 2026

          Mogwai felt like a natural fit to follow Elbow in launching the 2026 run of Teenage Cancer Trust shows at the Royal Albert Hall. It also marked a full-circle moment — the Scottish band first […]

        • 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
        • 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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
          Gigs

          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

  • 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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        • 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 […]

          Damon Minchella | XS Noize Podcast #275
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          Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and ‘You’d Look Good on a Donkey’ | XS Noize Podcast #275

          March 11, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk […]

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THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS Announce seven UK shows for April and May 2021
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THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS Announce seven UK shows for April and May 2021

July 28, 2020 XS Noize

To celebrate the release of The Psychedelic Furs critically acclaimed new album Made Of Rain, released through Cooking Vinyl this Friday (31st July), the band have announced seven UK shows for April and May 2021 […]

LEE ROGERS shares animated video for new single 'Silent Song' - Watch Now
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LEE ROGERS shares animated video for new single ‘Silent Song’ – Watch Now

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Lee Rogers began his career writing music and performing in his native Northern Ireland seven nights a week until he signed a recording and publishing deal with Cambridge based record label Zenith Café. Lee’s debut […]

BOOK REVIEW: Summer By Ali Smith
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Summer By Ali Smith

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

After thrilling readers with her novels, Autumn, Winter, and Spring, Ali Smith’s seasonal Quartet finally comes to an end with Summer. This sensational story of the Scottish author delivers on its promises, as it maintains […]

ALBUM REVIEW: DMA’s - The Glow
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: DMA’s – The Glow

July 27, 2020 David Ham

Tommy O’Dell, Matt Mason and Johnny Took formed DMA’s in Sydney, Australia in 2012. The three-piece band exploded onto the scene in 2014 with their debut single “Delete” and self-titled EP which was heavily influenced […]

LEVELLERS share video for new track ‘Our Future’ - Watch Now
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LEVELLERS share video for new track ‘Our Future’ – Watch Now

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

The Levellers have released the latest track, ‘Our Future’, which is taken from their upcoming studio album Peace and will be released on the 14th August via On The Fiddle Recordings. An amalgamation of three […]

GABRIELLE will bring the Rise Again Tour 2020 to The Olympia Theatre on 27 November
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GABRIELLE has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Gabrielle has confirmed rescheduled dates for her Dublin and Belfast shows, due to restrictions regarding COVID-19. 27 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will now take place on 03 November 2021 28 November 2020 Olympia Theatre will […]

DOVES announce new album 'The Universal Want' - Hear first single 'Prisoners' now! 1
Gigs

DOVES Announce 13 date UK tour in 2021 & share The Comet Is Coming Remix of Carousels

July 27, 2020 XS Noize

Doves are going on tour! An emotional homecoming at Manchester’s O2 Apollo, a return to London’s O2 Academy Brixton and a night at Glasgow’s Barrowland Ballroom feature in the 13-date jaunt, with the band hitting […]

KATIE MELUA announces new LP 'Album No. 8'- Hear new single 'A Love Like That' 1
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KATIE MELUA releases ‘Airtime’ from forthcoming album No. 8 – Watch Video

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Following last month’s announcement of her new album Album No. 8, acclaimed Georgian-British singer-songwriter Katie Melua has released a second track from that stunning new LP. “I think we’ve given love too much airtime,” Melua […]

MATTHEW HOLLAND & ALL THE KING’S MEN share video for new single 'Love' - Watch Now
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MATTHEW HOLLAND & ALL THE KING’S MEN share video for new single ‘Love’ – Watch Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

‘LOVE’ is the new single and video from Matthew Holland and All The King’s Men. Recorded & produced by Dean Glover, the track is available on all streaming platforms now, alongside a music video filmed […]

EMMA HORAN releases new single ‘Over You’ - Listen Now
New Music

EMMA HORAN releases new single ‘Over You’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Irish artist Emma Horan is pleased to announce the release of her next single, ‘Over You’’. The single is the second in a series of new releases in 2020 and follows on from Emma’s previous […]

Belfast-based rock band MASK release brand new track 'Shakin' Love' - Listen Now 2
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Belfast-based rock band MASK release brand new track ‘Shakin’ Love’ – Listen Now

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Belfast-based Rock Combo MASK is kicking the doors down in this “post-lock-down” world with their brand new track – ‘Shakin’ Love’! Band frontman and songsmith “H” Humphrey takes himself off to the deepest, darkest jungle […]

THE WATERBOYS release new song 'Low Down In The Broom' - Watch Video
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THE WATERBOYS release new song ‘Low Down In The Broom’ – Watch Video

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys follow the recent release of their current upbeat pop single ‘The Soul Singer’ with the gorgeous counterpoint of ‘Low Down In The Broom’. It is accompanied by a mysterious and atmospheric video that […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Becca Roth releases nostalgic indie-folk single ‘Past Life’
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TRACK PREMIERE: Becca Roth releases nostalgic indie-folk single ‘Past Life’

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Following widespread playlist support for her stunning May single Goddess, US indie-folk singer-songwriter Becca Roth is back today with another new song. The nostalgic, melancholy and beautiful Past Life melds Roth’s sweet and sharp vocals […]

TAYLOR SWIFT releases 'folklore' album today
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TAYLOR SWIFT releases ‘folklore’ album today

July 24, 2020 XS Noize

Most of the things Taylor Swift had planned for the summer of 2020 didn’t end up happening but…there was something magical that did happen, the surprise release of her 8th studio album, folklore. “Before this year I probably would’ve […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. - A Hero’s Death
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Fontaines D.C. – A Hero’s Death

July 23, 2020 Michael Barron

In 2019 Fontaines D.C. released their acclaimed debut LP Dogrel earning the quintet the 2019 XS Noize Album of the year.  One year later A Hero’s Death is released promising to “kill some people’s ideas […]

ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’ 2
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ANOTHER SKY release ‘All Ends’ from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Another Sky have released ‘All Ends’, taken from their upcoming debut album ‘I Slept On The Floor’, due for release on 7th August via Fiction Records. Vocalist and lyricist Catrin Vincent had to say on […]

UB40 Featuring ALI CAMPBELL & ASTRO Announce 3Arena Dublin show on Saturday 17th April 2021 1
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UB40 Featuring ALI CAMPBELL & ASTRO Announce 3Arena Dublin show on Saturday 17th April 2021

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro have announced a run of shows for 2021 – ‘The Unprecedented Tour’ – which will call at some of the biggest venues in across the UK and Ireland, including […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dust In The Sunlight - The Making of debut EP track by track
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dust In The Sunlight – The Making of debut EP track by track

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Following on from the release of singles ‘Dust In The Sunlight’ and ‘Strangest Places’, alt-pop duo Dust In The Sunlight now deliver their eagerly-awaited eponymous EP. Featuring their previous offerings alongside the new additions ‘Winter […]

KYLIE Announces new album ‘DISCO’ - Hear new track ‘Say Something’
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KYLIE Announces new album ‘DISCO’ – Hear new track ‘Say Something’

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Kylie Minogue’s new album ‘DISCO’ will be released on November 6 this year. The new single, ‘Say Something’, is the first track to be released from what is Kylie’s 15th studio album. Produced by long-time […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Uncle Luc - Another Free Buffet
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TRACK PREMIERE: Uncle Luc – Another Free Buffet

July 23, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Another Free Buffet’ by Uncle Luc from his album Simple Songs For Today which is out 31.07.20. Check it out below. Uncle Luc returns with a stripped-back album […]

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