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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 […]

        • 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 […]

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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
          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
          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
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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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Best-selling classical artist, KATHERINE JENKINS OBE announces Belfast Waterfront show
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Best-selling classical artist, KATHERINE JENKINS OBE announces Belfast Waterfront show

August 31, 2018 XS Noize

Britain’s best-selling classical artist of the last 25 years, Katherine Jenkins has announced a Belfast concert to celebrate her new album Guiding Light out 30th November with presale tickets available from September 5th. For Katherine, […]

[HED]PE announce Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Thursday 29th November 2018
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[HED]PE announce Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Thursday 29th November 2018

August 31, 2018 XS Noize

US Rock band (Hed)p.e are pleased to announce a Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Thursday 29th November 2018. The rap-rock troupe has released ten studio albums, one live album and three compilation albums […]

THE KOOKS - Release New Album Today + Unveil 'Four Leaf Clover' Video
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THE KOOKS – Release New Album Today + Unveil ‘Four Leaf Clover’ Video

August 31, 2018 XS Noize

THE KOOKS today release their much-awaited fifth studio album, Let’s Go Sunshine, out via Lonely Cat / AWAL Recordings. This news comes alongside the revealing of a new video for ‘Four Leaf Clover’, directed by Odelay Films’ […]

THE CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL release new single ‘Reaching Out For A Friend’ / watch the animated video now

August 31, 2018 XS Noize

‘Reaching Out For A Friend’ is the brilliant new single from The Coral. The track is taken from the influential Wirral band’s critically acclaimed Top 20 new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’, which topped the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Warhola - 'Promise' - Watch Video
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Warhola – ‘Promise’ – Watch Video

August 31, 2018 Gemma Harewood

You can now enjoy Warhola’s new single with an official video to go with it. “Promise” from the Antwerp artist turned heads as the lead single from his forthcoming long-player, and its visuals are incredible. […]

SHE MAKES WAR - Shares Video For New Single 'Devastate Me' - Watch Now
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SHE MAKES WAR – Shares Video For New Single ‘Devastate Me’ – Watch Now

August 30, 2018 XS Noize

Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist producer and visual artist SHE MAKES WAR has shared the video for ‘Devastate Me’. The video is the first single taken from her upcoming album Brace For Impact, out October 5th. A celebration […]

THE 1975 release video for TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME - Watch Now
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THE 1975 release video for TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME – Watch Now

August 30, 2018 XS Noize

The 1975 release “TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME”. “TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME” is the second single from THE 1975’s forthcoming third album “A BRIEF INQUIRY INTO ONLINE RELATIONSHIPS”. Check it out below. YOU WET MY EYES BUT I DON’T MIND IT I […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce 'For All Here To Observe' Acoustic EP
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THE SLOW READERS CLUB announce ‘For All Here To Observe’ Acoustic EP

August 30, 2018 XS Noize

Manchester four-piece The Slow Readers Club has announced the release of a new acoustic EP, For All Here To Observe, out September 14th via Modern Sky. The EP will feature tracks spanning their entire career, from their […]

MUSE announce new album 'SIMULATION THEORY' + share new track 'THE DARK SIDE'
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MUSE announce new album ‘SIMULATION THEORY’ + share new track ‘THE DARK SIDE’

August 30, 2018 XS Noize

Muse have today announced that their new studio album, ‘Simulation Theory’, will be released on November 9th through Warner Bros. The eleven-track record was produced by the band, along with several award-winning producers, including Rich […]

FEATURE: Rock en Seine Recap – Day 2 10
Features

FEATURE: Rock en Seine Recap – Day 2

August 30, 2018 Julie Blore-Bizot

Women Who Rock en Seine: Anna Calvi It’s been five years since Anna Calvi has released an album. Her first two garnered widespread accolades and Mercury Prize nominations. In the days leading up to the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Matthew Schultz Is Destined To Go - "Somewhere FAR"
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Matthew Schultz Is Destined To Go – “Somewhere FAR”

August 29, 2018 Gemma Harewood

The American singer and producer Matthew Schultz has just treated fans to a new single. He shows unreal form with the smooth sounds of “Somewhere FAR,” which is a chance to soak up his sharp […]

THE TWILIGHT SAD share video for 'I/M NOT HERE [missing face]' - Watch Now
Gigs

THE TWILIGHT SAD share video for ‘I/M NOT HERE [missing face]’ – Watch Now

August 29, 2018 XS Noize

Following the release of their new single ‘I/m Not here [missing face]’ via their new home of Rock Action Records, today Glasgow’s The Twilight Sad share the song’s accompanying visuals directed by the band’s Brendan […]

PLAYLIST: The Best Of July 2018
Gigs

Dance legends ORBITAL release new track “THE END IS NIGH” today + UK tour announced

August 29, 2018 XS Noize

Reunited brothers Paul and Phil Hartnoll aka Orbital drop new track ‘The End Is Nigh’ on Wednesday 29th August. It is taken from the forthcoming album ‘Monsters Exist,’ which is due for worldwide release on […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Kathryn Joseph - From When I Wake the Want Is
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Kathryn Joseph – From When I Wake the Want Is

August 29, 2018 Lori Gava

Scottish songstress Kathryn Joseph is on a roll. Her 2015 debut “Bones You Have Thrown Me and Blood I’ve Spilled” gain high critical praise and won the Scottish Album of the Year Award in 2015. […]

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN unveil 'The Somnambulist' new song taken from their forthcoming album, The Stars, The Oceans & The Moon
Gigs

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN unveil ‘The Somnambulist’ new song taken from their forthcoming album, The Stars, The Oceans & The Moon

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN have released a new track from their forthcoming album, THE STARS, THE OCEANS & THE MOON, to be released by BMG on 5 October. THE SOMNAMBULIST is a new Bunnymen track […]

RAZORLIGHT return from 10-year hiatus with the release of four new singles - Listen Now
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RAZORLIGHT return from 10-year hiatus with the release of four new singles – Listen Now

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

Indie-rock elite Razorlight has announced their official return, with the release of four brand new singles that will precede their first album in 10 years, Olympus Sleeping, out on the 26th October. The four new […]

WHITE DENIM announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday February 9th 2019
Gigs

WHITE DENIM announce headline Belfast show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2, Saturday February 9th 2019

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

US rock band White Denim are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Saturday, February 09th 2019. The band formed ten years ago and the Austin group have become one […]

FATHERSON Announce New Album And Share New Single
Gigs

FATHERSON share new video for ‘Charm School’ – Watch Now

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

Fatherson today share the new video for Charm School, taken from their forthcoming album Sum Of All Your Parts out on September 14th. The second track to be taken from the album, Charm School –  first […]

FEATURE: Rock en Seine 2018 – Day 1 Recap 3
Features

FEATURE: Rock en Seine 2018 – Day 1 Recap

August 28, 2018 Julie Blore-Bizot

The first day at Rock en Seine was replete with taking in the talent and rushing from stage to stage. There are six of them in all, from the small Firestone Stage or Ile-de-France Stage […]

VILLAGERS Release fourth album 'The Art Of Pretending To Swim' on September 21st
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VILLAGERS confirm Belfast show @ THE EMPIRE MUSIC HALL: Monday 10th December

August 28, 2018 XS Noize

Villagers confirm a show at Belfast’s famous EMPIRE MUSIC HALL, Monday 10th December. See ticket details below. Following the exquisitely sparse, intimate aura of 2015’s Darling Arithmetic, O’Brien’s new record reconnects with the multi-faceted approach […]

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