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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 […]

  • 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
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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
          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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THE KOOKS share empowering video for 'All The Time' - Watch Now
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THE KOOKS release new track ‘Four Leaf Clover’ – Listen Now

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

The Kooks today revealed ‘Four Leaf Clover’; the latest track taken from their forthcoming album Let’s Go Sunshine, which is due out on 31st August via Lonely Cat/AWAL Recordings. This follows the recent announcement of […]

THE PRODIGY premiere new single, 'Need Some1' + new album, 'No Tourists' out November 2nd 1
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THE PRODIGY premiere new single, ‘Need Some1’ + new album, ‘No Tourists’ out November 2nd

July 20, 2018 XS Noize

Scorching times demand scorching tracks. Hardcore temperatures sizzle sweetly with hardcore beats – and maybe a bit of acid squelch. Who better, then, to roar in out of the sun and soundtrack summer ’18 than […]

MUSE Release New Single 'SOMETHING HUMAN' - Watch Video
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MUSE Release New Single ‘SOMETHING HUMAN’ – Watch Video

July 19, 2018 XS Noize

Muse have today released ‘Something Human’, the new single is taken from their upcoming album, which will be released this November. Co-produced by the band and Rich Costey and mixed by Mark ‘Spike’ Stent, ‘Something […]

TRACK PREMIERE: L.A.D - 'My Toy’ - Listen Now
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TRACK PREMIERE: L.A.D – ‘My Toy’ – Listen Now

July 19, 2018 XS Noize

L.A.D are a synth-funk trio from Reading with a shared love of 80s nostalgia. Multi-instrumentalists Jack and Luke, having spent years accumulating vintage synths, guitars and drum machines, have teamed up with ginger bombshell Natalie […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Gravity Drive - 'Inside Out' - Listen Now
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: The Gravity Drive – ‘Inside Out’ – Listen Now

July 19, 2018 Lori Gava

Indie musical duo “The Gravity Drive” once again impress with their latest single, “Inside Out”. The Dorset duo, Elijah and Ava Wolf have carved out a musical career releasing moving and beautiful songs that present […]

CHASING ABBEY added to BELFAST VITAL 2018 line-up with MARTIN GARRIX | STEVE ANGELLO | ZARA LARSSON & LOOP
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CHASING ABBEY added to BELFAST VITAL 2018 line-up with MARTIN GARRIX | STEVE ANGELLO | ZARA LARSSON & LOOP

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Following their HUGE performance at Longitude Festival at the weekend, Irish urban pop trio Chasing Abbey is pleased to announce their addition to the Belfast Vital line-up on Saturday, August 25th. The World’s Number 1 […]

BRAND NEW FRIEND Announce Debut Album ‘SEATBELTS FOR AEROPLANES’ out 27th APRIL
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BRAND NEW FRIEND Join ASH on UK Tour Dates – Listen to new track ‘Why Are You So Tired’

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Brand New Friend is pleased to announce that they will be main support for ASH on three of their SOLD OUT UK shows in August. Check out the dates below. 13th August Hebden Bridge Trades […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos - 'Hey Gorgeous' (Nalestar Remix)
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: Nick Talos – ‘Hey Gorgeous’ (Nalestar Remix)

July 18, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Universal Music Germany has just put out the gripping Nalestar remix of one of Nick Talos’ most popular tunes to date. The Hungarian artist has pulled out all the stops for this edit of “Hey […]

MENACE BEACH Share Video for 'Black Rainbow Sound' feat: Brix Smith - Watch Now 2
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MENACE BEACH share new single “Crawl in Love” – Listen Now

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Leeds-based Menace Beach, made up of Liza Violet & Ryan Needham, are sharing new single “Crawl in Love”, taken from their album ‘Black Rainbow Sound’, which is set for release August 31st via Memphis Industries. […]

See BICEP [LIVE] @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Saturday November 3rd 2018
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See BICEP [LIVE] @ The Telegraph Building, Belfast Saturday November 3rd 2018

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Electronic duo BICEP is pleased to announce a headline show at The Telegraph Building, Belfast on Saturday, November 03rd 2018. Their extraordinary live show has already graced some of the most revered festival stages, debuting […]

TOUTS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar, Thursday August 16th
Gigs

TOUTS Announce Headline Belfast Show @ McHughs Basement Bar, Thursday August 16th

July 18, 2018 XS Noize

Derry three piece Punk band, TOUTS are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at McHughs Basement Bar on Thursday, August 16th 2018. Touts released their highly-anticipated second EP LIT, on 10 November 2017 via […]

NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 1 Monday 26th November 2018
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 1 Monday 26th November 2018

July 17, 2018 XS Noize

UK rock band Nothing But Thieves are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 1, Belfast on Monday 26th November 2018. The band’s new album ‘Broken Machine’ was released in September 2017. Following […]

THE BLACK DELTA MOVEMENT Announce debut album & share video
Gigs

THE BLACK DELTA MOVEMENT announce details of the release of their debut album, ‘Preservation’

July 17, 2018 XS Noize

Hull’s 6 Music and KCRW-supported psych-rock outfit, The Black Delta Movement, have announced details of the release of their debut album, ‘Preservation’, due via Clubbed Thumb Records on August 3, 2018. The band recorded ‘Preservation’ […]

MOGWAI announce winter 2018 tour dates + new album 'KIN: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack' out 31st August
Gigs

MOGWAI announce winter 2018 tour dates + new album ‘KIN: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’ out 31st August

July 17, 2018 XS Noize

Mogwai has announced a new five-date UK winter tour, kicking off at the Liverpool Olympia and culminating with a night at St David’s Hall in Cardiff. The announcement follows Mogwai’s headline slot on the BBC […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: CCIITTYY - 'Still On My Mind'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: CCIITTYY – ‘Still On My Mind’

July 17, 2018 Gemma Harewood

Launching themselves officially as a duo to watch this week is CCIITTYY, two producers from Germany and The Netherlands. They bring sparkling musicality and 80s references with the brand new “Still On My Mind,” which […]

REVIEW: Cold Water Swimmers - 'She’s Falling Apart / Everything We’ve Ever Had (we’ve had to fight for)'
Album Reviews

REVIEW: Cold Water Swimmers – ‘She’s Falling Apart / Everything We’ve Ever Had (we’ve had to fight for)’

July 17, 2018 Sandra Blemster

“You begin to hyperventilate, within seconds your heart begins to race and your blood pressure spikes….” Cold Water Swimmers were formed in Manchester in February 2018 when the winter seemed to have gone on forever. They […]

BOOK REVIEW: Nick Cave: 'Mercy on Me' by Reinhard Kleist
Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW: Nick Cave: ‘Mercy on Me’ by Reinhard Kleist

July 17, 2018 Michael Barron

In June 2018, courtesy of SelfMadeHero, XS Noize guided readers through the less ordinary life of Johnny Cash as told by Reinhard Kleist in his unique graphic novel: I See a Darkness. XS Noize has […]

NIC CESTER releases animated video for track 'Psichebello' - Watch Now
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NIC CESTER releases animated video for track ‘Psichebello’ – Watch Now

July 16, 2018 XS Noize

After selling 6 million records with the resurgent rock ‘n’ rollers Jet, Nic Cester builds towards the 27TH July release of his debut album ‘Sugar Rush by sharing the video for the track ‘Psichebello’. Swelling […]

CHVRCHES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Ulster Hall, Tuesday 19th February 2019
Gigs

CHVRCHES Announce Headline Belfast Show @ Ulster Hall, Tuesday 19th February 2019

July 16, 2018 XS Noize

Scottish synth-pop band Chvrches are pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at the Ulster Hall on Tuesday 19th February 2019. The announcement follows the release of their acclaimed third album Love Is Dead and […]

WIN: Tickets to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March, 2019
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WIN: Tickets to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March, 2019

July 16, 2018 XS Noize

We have 1 pair of tickets to give away to one lucky winner to see TWENTY ØNE PILØTS @ SSE Arena Belfast Saturday 2nd March 2019. For a chance to win, simply LIKE, SHARE & […]

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