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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 […]

        • 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
          Album Reviews

          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 […]

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        • 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
          Gigs

          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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IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro @ The Waterfront Hall, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Biffy Clyro @ The Waterfront Hall, Belfast

September 19, 2018 Clair McAllister

Biffy Clyro played an amazing show at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall 16/09/18 on their MTV Unplugged tour.  Clair McAllister was on hand to take these fantastic images. Check out more images from Clair McAllister on Twitter and Instagram.   Biffy Clyro […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Gavin James - Glow
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Gavin James – Glow

September 19, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Sounding suitably impressive this week is “Glow,” a brand new single release from Ireland’s very own Gavin James. A hugely successful artist, he is set to release his latest album “Only Ticket Home” later this […]

NATHAN O’REGAN - Unveils New Single “I'll Go Down With You” - Listen Now
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NATHAN O’REGAN – Unveils New Single “I’ll Go Down With You” – Listen Now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

Like a true son of Ireland, Nathan O’Regan is steeped in musical tradition. With a voice as gritty as it is delicate and songs that speak of young adulthood. O’Regan, tells stories of love, hate, […]

IN FOCUS// Brian Fallon And The Crowes - 23/11/2016 The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 1
Deep Dive

DEEP DIVE: Blue Jeans & White T-shirts – An Introduction to Brian Fallon

September 18, 2018 Daniel Lynch

Deep Dive: Take a Deep Dive into some of XS Noize contributors’ favourite artists. We’ll guide you through back catalogues, side projects and career highlights so you can choose which music to put at the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Twisted Wheel - 'Jonny Guitar' / Listen Now 1
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Twisted Wheel – ‘Jonny Guitar’ / Listen Now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

TWISTED WHEEL was the 20-year-old feral rockin’ rollers who tore open the last Oasis shows in 2009 while playing many sell-out headline shows for two years straight. Retreating to lick their wounds and terrorise the […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lucas & King - 'Brunswick Place' / Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Lucas & King – ‘Brunswick Place’ / Watch Now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

Southampton-based duo Lucas & King; recently crowned winners of FENDER’S UNDISCOVERED ARTIST OF THE YEAR award are excited to announce the release of their eponymous debut album on November 23rd, with London album launch taking […]

THE JOY FORMIDABLE debut new single “The Better Me” / Watch new video for it now
Gigs

THE JOY FORMIDABLE debut new single “The Better Me” / Watch new video for it now

September 18, 2018 XS Noize

After a busy summer of live shows, including sets at Robert Smith’s Meltdown Festival, and main stage appearances at Reading & Leeds Festivals, The Joy Formidable are currently trekking their way across the US and […]

THE STRANGLERS announce Belfast show for 2019
Gigs

THE STRANGLERS announce Belfast show for 2019

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

The Stranglers’ Back on the Tracks 19-date UK Tour kicks off in Belfast on 28th February culminating in what is bound to be another rousing finale in Manchester on Saturday 30th March. During a hectic […]

BOOK REVIEW: Outlaw Pete - Bruce Springsteen and Frank Caruso
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Outlaw Pete – Bruce Springsteen and Frank Caruso

September 17, 2018 Michael Barron

What makes “Outlaw Pete” fascinating is not just the story itself surrounding a “6-month-old, bank-robbing baby”, but the story behind the story.  “Outlaw Pete” began its life not as a book, but as the opening […]

UNLOVED Share new track, ‘Heartbreak’ and announce December show at Hoxton Hall, London
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UNLOVED Share new track, ‘Heartbreak’ and announce December show at Hoxton Hall, London

September 17, 2018 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 shared a new track, Heartbreak, their first for Heavenly Recordings. […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Candythief - 'Today' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Candythief – ‘Today’ – Watch Now

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

Eclectic Edinburgh-based musical adventurer Candythief returns with her third full-length album of chamber/orchestral pop-with-grit, accompanied by a brand new animated visual clip for ‘Today’.  About the video: “Years ago I played a show where someone performed […]

HOZIER announces DUBLIN, BELFAST & KERRY dates with European tour
Gigs

HOZIER announces DUBLIN, BELFAST & KERRY dates with European tour

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

Having just completed a small run of intimate, sold-out shows last week, Hozier has announced his forthcoming tour of Ireland. 15 December – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 16 December – The Olympia Theatre, Dublin 17 […]

STEVE MASON announces new album – ‘About The Light’ due 18 January
Gigs

STEVE MASON announces new album – ‘About The Light’ due 18 January

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

Steve Mason has announced details of the release of his new album, About The Light, which is out on Double Six on Friday 18th January 2019. About The Light is his fourth solo album following […]

WHITE LIES announce new album, 'Five', due 1st February 2019 1
Gigs

WHITE LIES announce new album, ‘Five’, due 1st February 2019

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

White Lies announce details of their new album, entitled Five. The album will be released on February 1st, 2019 – marking a decade of their existence whilst cementing their new home at [PIAS] Recordings. Ticket […]

EMBRACE celebrate 21st anniversary of THE GOOD WILL OUT with ten date UK tour playing the album in full
Gigs

EMBRACE celebrate 21st anniversary of THE GOOD WILL OUT with ten date UK tour playing the album in full

September 17, 2018 XS Noize

EMBRACE celebrate the 21st anniversary of their debut album, THE GOOD WILL OUT, with a ten-date UK tour in March, including a prestigious show at the London Roundhouse, playing their seminal album in full. Released […]

Hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit ESTRONS share new single ‘Body’ - Listen Now
Gigs

Hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit ESTRONS share new single ‘Body’ – Listen Now

September 15, 2018 XS Noize

The hotly-tipped Welsh alt-rock outfit Estrons last night debuted their new single “Body” on Jack Saunders’ BBC Radio 1 show, who said; “already liking the sound of this… listen to that riff… lead singer Tali’s […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Echo & the Bunnymen - The Stars, The Oceans & The Moon
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Echo & the Bunnymen – The Stars, The Oceans & The Moon

September 15, 2018 Lori Gava

Liverpudlian Post Punk legends Echo and the Bunnymen have weathered tumultuous occurrences, the death of band members and various lineup changes throughout their 40-year history. On October 5th the original founders of the band, Ian […]

JEALOUS OF THE BIRDS announces headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday December 19th
Gigs

JEALOUS OF THE BIRDS announces headline Belfast show @ MCHUGHS BASEMENT BAR, Wednesday December 19th

September 14, 2018 XS Noize

Irish songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jealous of the Birds has announced a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on December 19th 2018. Jealous of the Birds recently signed with Atlantic Records and released the new […]

Acid Jazz Funkateers 'LE FLEUR' Unveil Debut Single 'Things That Make You Go Aargh' - Listen 1
Track Of The Day

Acid Jazz Funkateers ‘LE FLEUR’ Unveil Debut Single ‘Things That Make You Go Aargh’ – Listen

September 14, 2018 XS Noize

Le Fleur is here to make you go Aaargh. Friday, November 9th will see the group launch their debut 7″ vinyl single ” Things That Make You Go Aaargh”. They have been patiently waiting to […]

Ben Klock, Fjaak, Surgeon & Jay Clarke + Schmutz & Lingala Sound Live @ The Telegraph Building, SAT 29TH SEPTEMBER
Gigs

Ben Klock, Fjaak, Surgeon & Jay Clarke + Schmutz & Lingala Sound Live @ The Telegraph Building, SAT 29TH SEPTEMBER

September 14, 2018 XS Noize

BEN KLOCK needs little in the way of an introduction to SHINE and his Northern Irish fans. Having become a Berghain resident in 2005, he has since established himself at the forefront of the Berlin […]

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