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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
          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 […]

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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 […]

          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
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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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DEERHUNTER announce new album 'Why Hasn't Everything Already Disappeared?' - Listen to first single
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DEERHUNTER announce new album ‘Why Hasn’t Everything Already Disappeared?’ – Listen to first single

October 30, 2018 XS Noize

How do you describe an album out of time, concerned with the disappearance of culture, of humanity, of nature, of logic and emotion? Why make this album in an era when attention spans have been […]

JON FRATELLI announces new solo album ‘Bright Night Flowers’ Released 15th February 2019
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JON FRATELLI announces new solo album ‘Bright Night Flowers’ Released 15th February 2019

October 30, 2018 XS Noize

Jon Fratelli – Multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and frontman from The Fratellis announces details of a new solo album. ‘Bright Night Flowers’ will be released on the 15th February 2019 via Cooking Vinyl. The album’s title song ‘Bright Night Flowers’ will be made available […]

THE SPECIALS to release brand new album
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THE SPECIALS announce “Encore” 40th Anniversary Tour 2019

October 30, 2018 XS Noize

The Specials, one of the most electrifying, influential and important bands of all time have announced a 31-date European and UK tour in support of their just announced brand new album, “Encore”. “Encore”, The Specials first new […]

BON JOVI announce first U.K. tour in 6 years
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BON JOVI announce R.D.S Stadium, Dublin show, Saturday 15 June, 2019

October 30, 2018 XS Noize

After thousands of sold out shows, it’s clear – Bon Jovi = One Wild Night. One of the planet’s biggest rock bands, Bon Jovi announces their return to Ireland, continuing a triumphant world tour that has visited the USA, Canada, Brazil, […]

THE JAPANESE HOUSE shares video for new single ‘LILO’ - Watch Now
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THE JAPANESE HOUSE shares video for new single ‘LILO’ – Watch Now

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

The Japanese House today shares the video for her new single ‘Lilo’, out now via Dirty Hit. Shot in the beautiful surroundings of the English countryside, the video is an emotional depiction of a relationship […]

BALTHAZAR announce new album FEVER out 25th January 2019 - Check out new video for 'Fever' 1
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BALTHAZAR announce new album FEVER out 25th January 2019 – Check out new video for ‘Fever’

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

Balthazar announces their return with news of the forthcoming album Fever on 25th January 2019. Its clear from the opening notes of the album’s first and title track Fever that the five-piece have changed, not least […]

The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
Round Up

The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

October 29, 2018 Ben P Scott

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 […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Peaks - All That Divides
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Peaks – All That Divides

October 29, 2018 Daniel Lynch

Black Peak’s second album fades in on feedback and the gradually increasing hum of a distorted guitar. A rolling snare ups the anticipation. Like a driver revving an engine before catapulting themselves off around the […]

TRACK REVIEW: Steerner - Off My Mind
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TRACK REVIEW: Steerner – Off My Mind

October 29, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Despite only being still in his early twenties, Swedish native Steerner has amassed quite the following and listenership. This week sees the release of his follow up to his previous single “I Wouldn’t Lie,” which […]

WIN: Tickets to see Martin Sexton & Guests, Friday 2nd November 2018 The Limelight 2, Belfast
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WIN: Tickets to see Martin Sexton & Guests, Friday 2nd November 2018 The Limelight 2, Belfast

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

American singer-songwriter Martin Sexton is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Friday 02nd November 2018. In 2018 Martin is touring in support of his ninth studio release Mixtape of […]

BON JOVI announce first U.K. tour in 6 years
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BON JOVI announce first U.K. tour in 6 years

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

After thousands of sold out shows, it’s clear – Bon Jovi = One Wild Night. One of the planet’s biggest rock bands, Bon Jovi announced their return to the UK, continuing a triumphant world tour […]

THE TWANG Release ‘Either Way, It’s The Best Of The Twang’ Ahead of UK Tour
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THE TWANG announce intimate Sheffield show ahead of UK tour

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of their UK tour this December, The Twang have added an extra date to their run of shows and will play O2 Academy2 Sheffield on Friday 14 December. This tiny gig will kick off their tour and is the […]

UNLOVED Announce details of their second album, ‘Heartbreak’ and December show at the Hoxton Hall, London.
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UNLOVED Announce details of their second album, ‘Heartbreak’ and December show at the Hoxton Hall, London.

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

Unloved, whose music is currently sound-tracking the hit BBC series ‘Killing Eve’, have announced details of their second full-length album, Heartbreak, which is released on Heavenly Recordings on Friday 1st February 2019. Made up of […]

SUEDE Release video for their new track 'The Invisibles' - Watch Now
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SUEDE release their new single and video for Wastelands – Watch Now

October 29, 2018 XS Noize

Suede has today released their new single and video for Wastelands. The video is directed by Giles Campbell Longley and executive produced by Mike Christie, who also made the video for previous single Life Is Golden, as […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mariane - Sound of Drums, Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Mariane – Sound of Drums, Watch Now

October 26, 2018 XS Noize

Rising Mexican singer & songwriter Mariane releases new video for her new song SOUND OF DRUMS, a mix of dramatic soul with melancholic pop. The music video features people from all different races and backgrounds, inspired […]

ANOTHER SKY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday 6th Feb 2019
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ANOTHER SKY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday 6th Feb 2019

October 26, 2018 XS Noize

London four-piece Another Sky are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Wednesday 06th February 2019. The band released their stunning new single ‘Avalanche’ to critical acclaim earlier this year. […]

SHOTTY HORROH: Releases New Track 'Dirty Old Town' - Watch Video 1
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SHOTTY HORROH releases the video for his latest single ‘Frank & Stein’ – Watch Now

October 26, 2018 XS Noize

Shotty Horroh releases the official music video for his latest single “Frank & Stein,”. The video for “Frank & Stein” follows a character played by actor Ciarán Griffiths (known for playing Mickey McGuire on the UK […]

THE SPECIALS to release brand new album
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THE SPECIALS to release brand new album

October 26, 2018 XS Noize

The Specials, one of the most electrifying, influential and important bands of all time, release “Encore”, their first new music for 37 years via UMC /Island Records on February 1st. 2019 marks the 40th anniversary of the formation […]

BRYAN ADAMS to play THE SSE ARENA, Belfast, Monday 25th February 1
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BRYAN ADAMS to play THE SSE ARENA, Belfast, Monday 25th February

October 26, 2018 XS Noize

Armed with a career spanning over four decades and a signature brand of feel-good rock’n’roll hits, Canadian icon Bryan Adams announces his massive new ‘Shine A Light’ UK tour. The seven-date tour which precedes his forthcoming album (more […]

ASH Share performances from the BBC Biggest Weekend with The Undertones’ Damien O’Neill & Mickey Bradley
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Ash – Kentish Town Forum, London

October 25, 2018 Michael Barron

Following the release of their latest album, Islands, back in May, Ash embarked upon a UK tour of this album. XS Noize was invited to see the now three-piece from Downpatrick, Northern Ireland plug their […]

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