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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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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
          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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THE CRIBS - share remotely made video for 'Be Safe' featuring Lee Ranaldo
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THE CRIBS – share remotely made video for ‘Be Safe’ featuring Lee Ranaldo

June 8, 2020 XS Noize

The Cribs have today shared a remotely made one-off video for Be Safe, a track taken from their third album, Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever. Originally released in 2007, and an appropriate message for current […]

OUTBLINKER return with the release of pulsating new single 'Techno Viking' - Listen Now
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OUTBLINKER return with the release of pulsating new single ‘Techno Viking’ – Listen Now

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Outblinker have released their pulsating new single Techno Viking. Written on a recording session with Benjamin Power (Blanck Mass/ Fuck Buttons) in the Orkney Islands, Techno Viking builds upon the krautrock sound that has become […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: La Dharma - Devils
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VIDEO PREMIERE: La Dharma – Devils

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Devils is the storming new tune from Birmingham based indie stompers La Dharma. Described late last year by Janice Long as “Four lads making a great sound”, the four-piece blend 80’s pop with indie to […]

TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB - Release ‘Lost Songs (Found)’ EP a 7-Track Collection Of Rarities & B-Sides
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TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB – Release ‘Lost Songs (Found)’ EP a 7-Track Collection Of Rarities & B-Sides

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Two Door Cinema Club have today released ‘Lost Songs (Found)’, a seven-track EP of rarities and B-sides from the band’s early career. The EP Includes the previously unheard ‘Tiptoes’, a lost demo tape originally intended […]

THE LEVELLERS release new track 'Burning Hate Like Fire' - Watch Video
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THE LEVELLERS release new track ‘Burning Hate Like Fire’ – Watch Video

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Levellers have shared the brand new video for ‘Burning Hate Like Fire’, which features Mark Chadwick on lead vocal, Kathryn Roberts on backing vocals and Stephen Boakes on the didgeridoo. It’s the latest taste […]

Guns N’ Roses launched the “Not in This Lifetime Selects” live video series on YouTube
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Guns N’ Roses launched the “Not in This Lifetime Selects” live video series on YouTube

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Guns N’ Roses may have had to postpone their North America part of the “Not In This Lifetime” tour, due to the worldwide ongoing pandemic, but fans can still enjoy parts of the concert. The […]

THE WATERBOYS announce new album 'Good Luck, Seeker' out 21 August - Listen to ‘My Wanderings In The Weary Land’
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THE WATERBOYS announce new album ‘Good Luck, Seeker’ out 21 August – Listen to ‘My Wanderings In The Weary Land’

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

The Waterboys, one of the most creative, loved and literate bands of the last four decades, return this summer with their 14th studio album Good Luck, Seeker. The first track to go live is the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ollie Trevers - #IKYK (I Know You Know)
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Ollie Trevers – #IKYK (I Know You Know)

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Ollie Trevers is an Essex based singer-songwriter. He was in several bands before deciding to create a solo project. He started writing and performing music from fourteen years old and cannot remember a time when […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Jon Stancer - Comes A Time 2
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TRACK PREMIERE: Jon Stancer – Comes A Time

June 5, 2020 XS Noize

Alternative pop-rock artist Jon Stancer’s plans for 2020 were to include the release of a collection of new material later in the year, the recording of which was in progress when the COVID-19 pandemic struck […]

ERASURE Announce new album 'The Neon' out 21 August - Listen to 'Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)' Now
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ERASURE Announce new album ‘The Neon’ out 21 August – Listen to ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’ Now

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke) have announced details of their eighteenth studio album, The Neon, and share the album’s luminous opener, ‘Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)’. The 10-track album is out on […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Lucy May Walker - Home From Home
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TRACK PREMIERE: Lucy May Walker – Home From Home

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Lucy May Walker’s latest single ‘Bad Day’ demonstrated that the young artist possesses the wit and warmth to add an enticing element to her already accomplished songwriting. In recent weeks she’s continued to highlight the […]

THE LOVELY EGGS - Announce New Single 'Long Stem Carnations + Rescheduled Tour Dates for 2021
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THE LOVELY EGGS – Announce New Single ‘Long Stem Carnations + Rescheduled Tour Dates for 2021

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

The Lovely Eggs will release brand new single ‘Long Stem Carnations’ on Friday, July 10 on Egg Records. The track, taken from their number one selling album ‘I am Moron’ will be released on limited-edition […]

INTERVIEW: Wendy James - "If I'm going to write good songs, then I want them for myself." 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Wendy James – ‘If I’m going to write good songs, then I want them for myself.’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

WENDY JAMES returns with her new album QUEEN HIGH STRAIGHT. Released on 1st May 2020, it is her 5th solo album. English singer-songwriter Wendy, who was born in London, exploded onto the British music scene […]

SONARPILOT PRESENTS - The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks
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SONARPILOT PRESENTS – The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

SONARPILOT PRESENTS – The Mirage Project A collection of six stunning fractal films with bespoke electronic soundtracks, appearing monthly online from May to December 2020 at www.themirageproject.com The Mirage Project is a series of six […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter - Saturdast 3
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TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter – Saturdast

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Today XS Noize is pleased to premiere ‘Saturdast’ the new single from Vagabond Specter. The band was founded in 2015 and consists of four members. The band has previously released one LP in 2016 and […]

THE STREETS release new single 'I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae'O & Greentea Peng'
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THE STREETS release new single ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae’O & Greentea Peng’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Mike Skinner has today released a new single; ‘I Wish You Loved You As Much As You Love Him ft. Donae’o & Greentea Peng’, which is the second track to be unveiled from his forthcoming […]

BOB MOULD announces new album 'Blue Hearts' out Sept 25th - Hear lead single 'American Crisis' 2
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BOB MOULD announces new album ‘Blue Hearts’ out Sept 25th – Hear lead single ‘American Crisis’

June 4, 2020 XS Noize

Legendary singer-songwriter-guitarist-bandleader Bob Mould has announced the release of an explosive new album. Blue Hearts arrives via Merge Records on Friday, September 25th. Mould’s 14th solo LP – which follows last year’s critically acclaimed Sunshine […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Ireland's Rising Star SEBA SAFE returns with 3rd Single 'Drip' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Ireland’s Rising Star SEBA SAFE returns with 3rd Single ‘Drip’ – Listen Now

June 3, 2020 XS Noize

After smashing his debut Other Voices appearance and selling out his initial Whelans Dublin headline show in under two weeks, Galway’s Seba Safe returns with new single ‘Drip’ on June 4th ahead of the rescheduled […]

GENE celebrate 25 years since the band's debut album with 'The Albums' box set
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GENE celebrate 25 years since the band’s debut album with ‘The Albums’ box set

June 3, 2020 XS Noize

On 14th August, Demon Records will release a Deluxe Edition vinyl box set collecting for the first all the studio albums of the much loved and respected Nineties’ band Gene. The Albums box set features all four of the band’s […]

Swedish alt duo SLIDE return with new single 'Waiting' - Listen Now
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Swedish alt duo SLIDE return with new single ‘Waiting’ – Listen Now

June 3, 2020 XS Noize

Following the release of their stunning comeback single ‘Hello Spirit’ last month, Swedish duo Slide now continue their upward ascent as they deliver new single, alt-pop belter ‘Waiting’. Marking the second new offering since the […]

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