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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
          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: 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 […]

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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
          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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LIVE REVIEW: Gryff Rhys In the Round, Camden Roundhouse, London
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LIVE REVIEW: Gryff Rhys In the Round, Camden Roundhouse, London

January 26, 2019 Michael Barron

Last year XS Noizereviewed the best of In the Round which saw The Levellers triumph, performing an elated acoustic rendition of their hits spanning across a career which is now over thirty years old. In […]

DAVID GRAY Releases his new single ‘A Tight Ship’ - Listen Now
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David Gray today releases ‘Watching The Waves’ from forthcoming new album, ‘Gold In A Brass Age’

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

Out today, Friday, January 25th, ‘Watching The Waves’ is the latest new track to emerge from David Gray’s forthcoming new album, Gold In A Brass Age, following swiftly on from previous single ‘The Sapling’, a […]

Newton Faulkner releases his new single, 'Don't Leave Me Waiting', from forthcoming The Very Best Of Newton Faulkner ... So Far album
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Newton Faulkner releases his new single, ‘Don’t Leave Me Waiting’, from forthcoming The Very Best Of Newton Faulkner … So Far album

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

NEWTON FAULKNER has announced his new single, DON’T LEAVE ME WAITING, through Battenburg Records via The Orchard today, 25 January 2019. Listen to it below. Newton has a very exciting year ahead, having previously announced […]

Skunk Anansie announced as Beautiful Days Festival headliners
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Skunk Anansie announced as Beautiful Days Festival headliners

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

Iconic rock force Skunk Anansie are celebrating 25 years together with the release of their new live album 25LIVE@25, available now via Republic of Music. They are also excited to announce their return to the UK […]

IAN BROWN has today released a new track, ‘Black Roses’ - Listen Now
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Ian Brown releases title track from his upcoming album, ‘Ripples’ – Listen Now

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

Ian Brown has today released ‘Ripples’ which is taken from his highly-anticipated upcoming album of the same name – his first solo material in nine years. ‘Ripples’ and previous singles ‘First World Problems’ and ‘From Chaos […]

Dodgy announce new album + UK tour dates
News

DODGY release a brand new version of their 90s hit ‘Staying Out For The Summer’ for Alan McGee project

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

DODGY are releasing a brand new version of their Top 20 smash ‘Staying Out For The Summer’ to raise money for the homeless. The legendary Britpop band have re-recorded the song and gifted it to […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Diskopunk – 'Never Die For You' - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: Diskopunk – ‘Never Die For You’ – Listen Now

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

Touring with Mando Diao? Check. Derailed gigs in London, Jordan, Hultsfred, Stockholm and Malmö? You bet. Recordings of new music? Of course. And Why not deliver a five track mini-album / EP for release January […]

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN reveal 'Longshot' their first new music in three years ahead of UK Arena Tour
Gigs

Catfish and The Bottlemen Announce: UK and European dates for Spring + First details of new album

January 25, 2019 XS Noize

Catfish and The Bottlemen’s third album will be titled The Balance, set for release on Friday 26 April 2019. In a rush of confirmations following the successful release of new single, Longshot, earlier this month, […]

Vampire Weekend Announce fourth album, 'Father of the Bride' due in spring 2019
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Vampire Weekend Announce fourth album, ‘Father of the Bride’ due in spring 2019

January 24, 2019 XS Noize

Previewed by a two-hour guitar loop teaser, new Vampire Weekend tracks “Harmony Hall” and “2021” are now available across digital platforms, and as visualizations HERE. The pair of new songs are the first to be released […]

BELFAST'S AVA FESTIVAL AND CONFERENCE Reveals All Star Line Up in Celebration of Five Years 1
Gigs

BELFAST’S AVA FESTIVAL AND CONFERENCE Reveals All Star Line Up in Celebration of Five Years

January 24, 2019 XS Noize

Standing firmly at the front of the music and digital arts space in Belfast for half a decade, today AVA Festival and Conference  ve line up to take note of with Motor City Drum Ensemble, Ben UFO, The […]

SHOTTY HORROH: Releases New Track 'Dirty Old Town' - Watch Video 1
Gigs

SHOTTY HORROH Announces February Headline Shows in London, Birmingham and Manchester

January 24, 2019 XS Noize

After finishing his first Canadian tour supporting USS in October last year, Shotty Horroh hits the road again in February 2019 to play several headline UK shows, including two in his hometown of Manchester. Tickets for these […]

ROD STEWART Adds Belfast and Dublin dates to 2019 tour
Gigs

ROD STEWART Adds Belfast and Dublin dates to 2019 tour

January 24, 2019 XS Noize

In support of the release of his 30th studio album Blood Red Roses, Rod Stewart is hitting the road in 2019 and will be extending his tour to include shows at The SSE Arena Belfast […]

FRANK TURNER Announces New Album 'Be More Kind' + UK Tour incl. Belfast The Limelight
Gigs

FRANK TURNER Today Releases ‘DON’T WORRY’ EP – Listen Now

January 24, 2019 XS Noize

To celebrate the start of the UK leg of his Be More Kind world tour, Frank Turner today releases a new EP, ‘Don’t Worry’ in support of his new single of the same title, lifted […]

BOOK REVIEW: Love in Vain: Robert Johnson, 1911 – 1938  By Mezzo and J.M. Dupont 1
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Love in Vain: Robert Johnson, 1911 – 1938 By Mezzo and J.M. Dupont

January 24, 2019 Michael Barron

Described as “the most famous bluesman of all time”, Robert Johnson was not only the first and founding member of the “27 club” (where other famous musicians including but not limited to Kurt Cobain, Amy […]

BLAENAVON Announce Belfast Show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday 2nd May 2019
Gigs

BLAENAVON Announce Belfast Show at MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Thursday 2nd May 2019

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

UK indie rock band Blaeavon are pleased to announce a headline show at McHughs Basement Bar, Belfast on Thursday 02nd May 2019. After announcing their second album with a heartfelt letter from frontman Ben Gregory, […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce European Headline Tour
Gigs

THE SLOW READERS CLUB Announce European Headline Tour

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Fresh from a stunning appearance at Eurosonic Festival last weekend, Manchester four-piece The Slow Readers Club have announced an extensive European tour for April and May, following their huge UK headline tour starting in March. […]

UNLOVED Announce new single, ‘Love’, from forthcoming album, ‘Heartbreak’ - Listen Now
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UNLOVED Announce new single, ‘Love Lost’, from forthcoming album ‘Heartbreak’ – Listen

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Unloved, the band made up of vocalist and songwriter Jade Vincent, her partner the producer/composer Keefus Ciancia, and the DJ and producer/composer David Holmes, have announced details of a new track, Love Lost, the latest […]

ESTRONS announce debut album "You Say I'm Too Much, I Say You're Not Enough"
Gigs

ESTRONS share video for new single “Strangers” – Watch Now

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Three months after the release of their critically acclaimed debut album “You Say I’m Too Much, I Say You’re Not Enough”, Estrons show no signs of slowing down, returning today to share a video for […]

BECK'S first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of 'Tarantula' - Listen Now
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BECK’S first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of ‘Tarantula’ – Listen Now

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Beck’s first musical offering of 2019 has arrived in the form of “Tarantula,” the latest release from Music Inspired By The Film ROMA, due out February 8th from Sony Music Masterworks and available to pre-order now. This collection of music inspired […]

DMA’s Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1 on Monday 17th June
Gigs

DMA’s Announce Headline Belfast Show at THE LIMELIGHT 1 on Monday 17th June

January 23, 2019 XS Noize

Aussie rockers DMAs are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Monday 17th June 2019. Following the success of their headline UK shows last year, as well as support slots […]

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