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        • 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 […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel releases fourth o/i track ‘Till Your Mind Is Shining’ during Pink Full Moon

          April 2, 2026

          The pink full moon, sees the release of Till Your Mind Is Shining the fourth track to be taken from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “To my ears it’s the closest I get to a […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
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          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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

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          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 […]

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        • Elles Bailey
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          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
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          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
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          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
          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 LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019
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THE LEISURE SOCIETY Announce Belfast Show at DUKE OF YORK ON Wednesday 18th September 2019

April 29, 2019 XS Noize

UK rock band The Leisure Society has announced a headline Belfast show at Duke Of York on Wednesday 18th September 2019. On the 10th anniversary of their first ever single ( The Last of the […]

FEATURE: Intergenerational rappers delight with Rapper Stacks card games 1
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FEATURE: Intergenerational rappers delight with Rapper Stacks card games

April 27, 2019 Michael Barron

XS Noize has brought you Battle of the Bands: Rock Trump Cards, The Rock Bands Game: Come Together and Music Genius Playing Cards. Fun, entertaining, mesmerising and educational – they all are; however, rap and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Cage the Elephant - Social Cues
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ALBUM REVIEW: Cage the Elephant – Social Cues

April 27, 2019 Lori Gava

Cage the Elephant has climbed to the upper regions of the popular music tree, becoming Alternative Rock royalty over a span of four albums. Those albums have gained the band both critical and commercial success. […]

CORMAC NEESON announces headline Belfast show at The Black Box, Friday 24th May
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CORMAC NEESON – Releases his debut album, ‘White Feather’ today + announces live shows

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Cormac Neeson, the lead singer of Irish rock band The Answer, is thrilled to announce his first ever solo run of headline Irish shows and the UK support tour dates with American blues, folk and soul […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse - 'The Ballad of North John Street' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Ian Prowse – ‘The Ballad of North John Street’ – Watch Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

The Ballad of North John Street is the brand-new single from Ian Prowse and was given its first play on Janice Long’s show last week. Released on April 19th via Kitchen Disco Records. The single is taken […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter - 'Not My War' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Vagabond Specter – ‘Not My War’ – Listen Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Vagabond Specter is the joint brainchild of vocalist Pablo Specter and guitarist, keyboard player and producer Yuriy Smalius who met in Kiev in 2014. After a year of working together, the duo recruited bassist Egor […]

DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ - Listen Now
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DAVID GRAY Announces ‘Gold In A Brass Age – Ground Control Acoustic Sessions’ EP – Listen to track

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Close on the tail of his critically-praised new album Gold In A Brass Age, David Gray today announces details for an acoustic EP titled ‘Gold In A Brass Age – Ground Control Acoustic Sessions’, due […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: LAPP fuses flavours of alt-R&B with singer-songwriter sensibility on ‘Ride’ - Watch Now
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VIDEO PREMIERE: LAPP fuses flavours of alt-R&B with singer-songwriter sensibility on ‘Ride’ – Watch Now

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

After gaining some serious acclaim from EARMILK, Tom Robinson, Louder Than War on his debut single Tennessee, LAPP now deviates in style, fusing flavours of alt-R&B production with singer-songwriter sensibility with his debut EP, ‘Farfalla’. […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN share new single, '2all', from forthcoming, third album, The Balance
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Catfish and the Bottlemen add MORE UK ARENA SHOWS to hectic international schedule and celebrate the release of third album

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Defining undimmed ambition as the flag bearers for energetic, arena-filling alternative rock, Catfish and the Bottlemen mark the release of their third album, The Balance – OUT NOW on Island Records – by announcing additional […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Alternative pop artist SIRMA Shares New Single “Put Your Faith In Me”
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TRACK PREMIERE: Alternative pop artist SIRMA Shares New Single “Put Your Faith In Me”

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Brooklyn based Turkish singer-songwriter/producer SIRMA has been making waves for a few years now and she resumes normal duties this year with a hauntingly, emotive down-tempo pop track ‘Put Your Faith In Me’ that she […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: REDFORD Release Video for 'To The Morning' & Announce New EP
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VIDEO PREMIERE: REDFORD Release Video for ‘To The Morning’ & Announce New EP

April 26, 2019 XS Noize

Polish indie-rockers Redford has announced their arrival with a brand new single, cinematic video clip and a new EP release date. The new track To The Morning is on streaming platforms now, and you can […]

INTERVIEW: LOU RHODES from LAMB discusses their seventh studio album, 'The Secret of Letting Go' 2
Interviews

INTERVIEW: LOU RHODES from LAMB discusses their seventh studio album, ‘The Secret of Letting Go’

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Lamb release their seventh studio album, The Secret of Letting Go, due for release on Cooking Vinyl on April 26th 2019. The Secret of Letting Go is all about the space between sounds. From album […]

Florence + the Machine breaks global Shazam record for Game of Thrones song, 'Jenny of Oldstones' - Listen Now
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Florence + the Machine breaks global Shazam record for Game of Thrones song, ‘Jenny of Oldstones’ – Listen Now

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Florence + the Machine’s version of the original Game of Thrones song ‘Jenny of Oldstones’ has today broken Shazam’s global all-time record (surpassing Adele’s ‘Hello’). As debuted during the closing credits of this season’s second […]

INTERVIEW: Rising Irish Rapper KOJAQUE Talks Ahead of Headline Belfast Show 1
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Rising Irish Rapper KOJAQUE Talks Ahead of Headline Belfast Show

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Dublin rapper Kojaque is an artist steadily gaining ground on the Irish and international music scene, thanks to his production style, stunning visuals, and biting lyrics. Co-founder of independent label Soft Boy Records, Kojaque mixes […]

CHRISSIE HYNDE - Announces Her Brand New Album 'VALVE BONE WOE' Released Sep 6th
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CHRISSIE HYNDE – Announces Her Brand New Album ‘VALVE BONE WOE’ Released Sep 6th

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

The amazing Chrissie Hynde displays yet another volte-face in her incredible career with the release of her new album ‘Valve Bone Woe’ on BMG on Sep 6. Two new tracks from the album, ‘Caroline, No’ […]

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN - Announces New album 'Western Stars' out on 14th June 2
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BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN – Announces New album ‘Western Stars’ out on 14th June

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Bruce Springsteen’s first new studio album in five years takes his music to a new place, drawing inspiration in part from the Southern California pop records of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. The album […]

FEET Announce Debut Album & Share New Single ‘Ad Blue’ 1
Gigs

FEET Announce Debut Album & Share New Single ‘Ad Blue’

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

FEET have announced their hotly anticipated debut album ‘What’s Inside Is More Than Just Ham’ which will be released via Clapped Records on 2nd August 2019. The band also release a brand-new single from the […]

PREMIERE: Tommy Ashby - 'Golden Arrow' EP - Listen Now
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PREMIERE: Tommy Ashby – ‘Golden Arrow’ EP – Listen Now

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

Scottish singer-songwriter and doctor in ‘the perception of sound’ Tommy Ashby, releases his 4 track ‘Golden Arrow EP’ along with Lead single Apollo (New Love) via Wow and Flutter Records on 26th April. You can […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Broken Forest new single ‘Ghosts In The Dark’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Broken Forest new single ‘Ghosts In The Dark’ – Listen Now

April 25, 2019 XS Noize

A truly organic breath of fresh air; Broken Forest is the inventive work of writer, singer and producer Luise London. Since she was a young child, Luise has had a great passion for nature and […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Simon Bonney - ‘A Sweeter Kind of Pain’
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Simon Bonney – ‘A Sweeter Kind of Pain’

April 24, 2019 Amanda Stock

Australian-born, singer/songwriter Simon Bonney ( Crime and the City Solution)  has shared a previously unreleased track, ‘A Sweeter Kind of Pain’, taken from the forthcoming compilation album “Past, Present, Future,” due to be released on […]

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