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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
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          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 […]

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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 […]

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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
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          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
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          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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SEMISONIC release 'You’re Not Alone' their first new song in nearly 20 years - Listen Now 1
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SEMISONIC release ‘You’re Not Alone’ their first new song in nearly 20 years – Listen Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today, the Grammy-nominated Twin Cities-based trio Semisonic released “You’re Not Alone,” the group’s first new song in nearly 20 years. The single is the opening track from their forthcoming five-song EP You’re Not Alone out […]

JAKE BUGG releases a short film for his new track 'Rabbit Hole' - Watch Now
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JAKE BUGG releases a short film for his new track ‘Rabbit Hole’ – Watch Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Jake Bugg has released a short film for his new track Rabbit Hole, which is available to watch now. Following recent track and short film Saviours Of The City, new release Rabbit Hole was written […]

CUT COPY announce sixth studio album 'Freeze, Melt' and share new single 'Cold Water' 1
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CUT COPY announce sixth studio album ‘Freeze, Melt’ and share new single ‘Cold Water’

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Electronic favourites Cut Copy are back today to share their new single, “ Cold Water .” Arriving alongside the track is the greatly anticipated announcement of the four-piece’s sixth studio album, Freeze, Melt, dropping on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Love Ghost - Outer Space
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TRACK PREMIERE: Love Ghost – Outer Space

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere “Outer Space” by Love Ghost. “Outer Space” is the follow up to their last single, I’ll Be Fine released for Mental Health Awareness month last week, that addresses isolation […]

THE FLAMING LIPS announce new album 'AMERICAN HEAD' out 11th September - Watch video for new track 'My Religion Is You' 2
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THE FLAMING LIPS announce new album ‘AMERICAN HEAD’ out 11th September – Watch video for new track ‘My Religion Is You’

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

THE FLAMING LIPS are pleased to announce the release of their new studio album, AMERICAN HEAD, set for release on 11th September via Bella Union in the UK/Europe and Warner Records in the US. The […]

ERASURE - Release: 'Hey Now (Think I Got A Feeling)' Remix EP - Listen Now
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ERASURE – Release: ‘Hey Now (Think I Got A Feeling)’ Remix EP – Listen Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have released an EP featuring remixes of their forthcoming album’s luminous opener, ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’ Out now on Mute, the EP features remixes from UK […]

JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD shares two new songs 'There'll Come A War' & 'Seeking The Room With The Three Windows' - Listen Now
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JAMES DEAN BRADFIELD shares two new songs ‘There’ll Come A War’ & ‘Seeking The Room With The Three Windows’ – Listen Now

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

James Dean Bradfield has released two new tracks. There’ll Come A War/Seeking The Room With The Three Windows are both available on DSPs today (June 26th). Two very different views of the forthcoming album, There’ll […]

REEF featuring Andy Taylor announce UK Drive-In Tour 1
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REEF featuring Andy Taylor announce UK Drive-In Tour

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Utilita Live from the Drive-In are thrilled to announce the addition of REEF featuring Andy Taylor (Duran Duran/The Power Station) to play a special Drive-In tour this August and September. Reef frontman Gary Stringer says, […]

FONTAINES D.C. announce UK tour dates for May 2021
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FONTAINES D.C. announce UK tour dates for May 2021

June 26, 2020 XS Noize

Today, Fontaines D.C. have announced new UK tour dates for May 2021. The new dates will also include the band’s biggest headline UK show to date at London’s Alexandra Palace. Dates are as follows: 7th May […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Westerner - The Reverend
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TRACK PREMIERE: Westerner – The Reverend

June 25, 2020 XS Noize

Los Angeles based psychedelic rock band Westerner are a ballsy cocktail of psychedelic rock, disco, and trip-hop. Drawing influence from Pink Floyd, Massive Attack and late-90s electronica, the collective makes their return with arguably their […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lōwli - Cavalry
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lōwli – Cavalry

June 25, 2020 XS Noize

There could hardly be a more fitting title for Lōwli’s forthcoming single. Cavalry is the latest offering from an artist who has consistently built on the integrity of each of her previous releases; and it […]

SYLVETTE release new single 'Kelpius' produced by New Order's Phil Cunningham - Listen Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sylvette – Kelpius

June 25, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere the video for “KELPIUS” the new single from 5-piece Art-Rock band SYLVETTE which was released on 19th June. The band joined forces with New Order guitarist Phil Cunningham […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lazy Queen - Sober
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lazy Queen – Sober

June 25, 2020 XS Noize

Straight off the back of releasing the explosive single ‘Throwaway’, Oslo-based alt-rock outfit Lazy Queen continue down the rabbit hole of exploring the complex nature of addiction on ‘Sober’. In contrast to the previous single, […]

BLACK GRAPE reschedules ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…. Yeah’ 25th anniversary tour for March 2021 1
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BLACK GRAPE reschedules ‘It’s Great When You’re Straight…. Yeah’ 25th anniversary tour for March 2021

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

Manchester legends Black Grape have rescheduled their seven dates. The tour scheduled for October 2020 will now take place in March 2021 with a Newcastle show added to the run. Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of […]

THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS share new song ‘Come All Ye Faithful' - Listen Now
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THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS share new song ‘Come All Ye Faithful’ – Listen Now

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

The Psychedelic Furs have today made available a new song, ‘Come All Ye Faithful,’ from their highly anticipated new album, ‘Made Of Rain,’ released through Cooking Vinyl on Friday 31st July. ’Come All Ye Faithful’ […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES release their new single 'Real Love Song' - Listen Now
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES release their new single ‘Real Love Song’ – Listen Now

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

Southend five-piece Nothing But Thieves have released their new single Real Love Song, which was premiered exclusively as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record in the World on Radio 1 and follows their recent single Is Everybody […]

WENDY JAMES announces rescheduled tour for April 2021
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WENDY JAMES announces rescheduled tour for April 2021

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

WENDY JAMES is delighted to announce that her 19-date UK tour (originally booked for May and already rescheduled once for September) has been rescheduled to April 2021. Full dates below. “I’ve been waiting this out,” […]

Top Ten Ranked: Modern Sports Walk-Out Songs
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Top Ten Ranked: Modern Sports Walk-Out Songs

June 24, 2020 XS Noize

Across almost all major sports leagues and competitions, you’ll find at least once instance of a team or individual star walking to the arena of battle to their own song. The songs provide many benefits […]

RIDE's Mark Gardener and 2Square of France's Telepopmusik share 'Chained' single
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RIDE’s Mark Gardener and 2Square of France’s Telepopmusik share ‘Chained’ single

June 23, 2020 XS Noize

Now that shoegaze kingpins Ride are in touring limbo, frontman Mark Gardener has been busy with recording, production, mixing and mastering work at his OX4 Sound Studio. He has also released a new single, called […]

INTERVIEW: Ian McCulloch (Echo And The Bunnymen) – “We write great songs and we’ve written some of the greatest” 3
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ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN announce 2021 UK Tour Celebrating 40 Years of magical songs

June 23, 2020 XS Noize

One of the most influential British bands in modern history, Echo & The Bunnymen, have today announced a 16 date UK tour for May 2021. The tour, which opens at Sheffield City Hall on Friday […]

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