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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
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          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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 CORAL announce new album 'Move Through The Dawn' to be released August 17th
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THE CORAL announce headline UK tour, October 2018

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Having recently supported Manic Street Preachers on their Arena tour, The Coral announce a UK headline tour in October following the release of their new album ‘Move Through The Dawn’. The influential Hoylake band’s first […]

FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October
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FREYA RIDINGS announces headline Belfast show @ The Limelight 2, Tuesday 23rd October

May 15, 2018 XS Noize

Singer-songwriter Freya Ridings is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 2 on Tuesday 23rd October 2018. Following the success of her single ‘Lost Without You’, which has now surpassed 13 million […]

THE CLASSIC KIDS unveil video for new single ‘Better Days’ - Watch Now
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THE CLASSIC KIDS unveil video for new single ‘Better Days’ – Watch Now

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Meet The Classic Kids, a supremely infectious foursome with the most appropriate name. Formed in 2013 in Brooklyn New York, The Classic Kids is comprised of Eric James (Bass/Vocals), Matty Boy (Guitar/Vocals), Max Dean (Guitar) […]

LVVRS unveil debut club ready single ‘Wild Heart’ - Listen Now
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LVVRS unveil debut club ready single ‘Wild Heart’ – Listen Now

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

‘Wild Heart’ is the debut single from a hot new LA group. They’re called LVVRS (pronounced Lovers), and make lush, driving pop-rock that has the grandiose, wide-screen appeal of Imagine Dragons, combined with the hook-laden […]

THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July
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THE WEDDING PRESENT announce (TOMMY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW) @ The Limelight 2, Belfast, Thursday 26th July

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

British indie-rock group The Wedding Present are pleased to announce a Belfast headline show to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of their first singles collection, Tommy at The Limelight 2 on Thursday 26th […]

ARCTIC MONKEYS Share Music Video for New Single 'Four Out Of Five'
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ARCTIC MONKEYS Share Music Video for New Single ‘Four Out Of Five’

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Arctic Monkeys have launched their new single ‘ Four Out Of Five ‘ today. The video for the song was directed by Ben Chappell and Aaron Brown and was primarily shot on location at Castle […]

PSYCH ICONS: An Exhibition by DUNSTAN DOODLES Foundation Coffee House, Manchester – Thursday 10th May
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PSYCH ICONS: An Exhibition by DUNSTAN DOODLES Foundation Coffee House, Manchester – Thursday 10th May

May 14, 2018 Sandra Blemster

The first time I came across Dunstan Doodles’ work (aka Dunstan Carter) was last March when I reviewed the Grafters OV Denton EP for XS Noize. The cover featured a picture of a boy with […]

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists - The Perch - Rooftop Bar, Belfast 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// We Are Scientists – The Perch – Rooftop Bar, Belfast

May 14, 2018 Clair McAllister

We caught up with We Are Scientists for a short shoot in The Perch, before their headline show at The Limelight II in Belfast, 11/05/18.     WE ARE SCIENTISTS TOUR DATES   June 13   […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Owl John - 'Owl John' 1
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Obituary: Scott Hutchison – musician and founder of Frightened Rabbit

May 14, 2018 Michael Barron

On Wednesday 9th May 2018, it was revealed to the press that Scott Hutchison, lead singer for and founder of Frightened Rabbit had been reported missing. On 10th May 2018, it was confirmed that Scott […]

SUPERGRASS' DANNY GOFFEY announces new album 'Schtick!' & own festival 1
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Supergrass’ DANNY GOFFEY releases ‘Sick Holiday’ + announces Goffstonbury lineup

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

Today, Danny Goffey releases ‘Sick Holiday’, the latest single from his new album ‘Schtick!’ released June 22nd on Distiller Records. He has also announced the lineup for Goffstonbury, his own Glastonbury-placeholder festival taking place at […]

THE SLOW READERS CLUB release new single 'You Opened Up My Heart' - Listen Now!
Gigs

THE SLOW READERS CLUB enter UK Top 20 with new album ‘Build A Tower’

May 14, 2018 XS Noize

The Slow Readers Club are celebrating their Top 20 chart debut with their new album Build A Tower, which went straight into the Official UK album chart at number 18 on, no.10 in the physical […]

SLAYER kicks off final tour at Dublin's 3ARENA on November 1st
Gigs

SLAYER kicks off final tour at Dublin’s 3ARENA on November 1st

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Having made some of the most brutally aggressive music ever created, being one of four bands that defined an entire musical genre and the band other heavy acts are measured against and aspire to…after nearly […]

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video 'PL5' - Watch Now
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Spanish post-metallers F/E/A unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Spanish post-metallers F/E/A (Forces Elèctriques d’Andorra) unleash a brand new video ‘PL5’ via Primavera Sound’s label El Segell. They say: “‘PL5’ was one of the first songs we composed for the album and is one […]

COURTNEY BARNETT shares ‘Sunday Roast’ - Watch Video
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COURTNEY BARNETT shares ‘Sunday Roast’ – Watch Video

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Today Courtney Barnett shares ‘Sunday Roast’, the fourth single from her highly anticipated album “Tell Me How You Really Feel” which is released next Friday. ‘Sunday Roast’ (which was given a very special limited release […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Hillsburn - 'Sun Ought To Shine' - Watch Now
Video Premiere

VIDEO PREMIERE: Hillsburn – ‘Sun Ought To Shine’ – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Canadian indie-rock band Hillsburn follow up the recent UK release of their second album, The Wilder Beyond, with a video for the Motown-inspired ‘Sun Ought To Shine.’ The ballad’s soaring vocals form a dramatic backdrop […]

KING KONG COMPANY Announce Headline Belfast Show @ THE LIMELIGHT 2 on Friday, March 2ND, 2018
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Irish electronic dance group KING KONG COMPANY play Belfast’s LIMELIGHT 2 this Saturday

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Following their SOLD OUT Limelight show in 2017, Irish electronic dance group King Kong Company are pleased to announce a headline show at The Limelight 2, Belfast on Saturday, May 12th, 2018. King Kong Company […]

THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video - Watch Now
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THE MAGIC NUMBERS Release new album & share new video – Watch Now

May 11, 2018 XS Noize

Mercury Prize nominated and multi-platinum selling London quartet, The Magic Numbers today release their long-awaited new album, Outsiders, available on all formats via Role Play Records. In-line with the release, the band are sharing the […]

CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th
Gigs

CURSE OF LONO Announces New Album, AS I FELL To Be Released August 17th

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Acclaimed London five-piece Curse Of Lono announces their new album, As I Fell, to be released on August 17th via Submarine Cat Records. Today, the band has unveiled the first single, “ Valentine.” – Listen […]

NOEL GALLAGHER'S HIGH FLYING BIRDS announce David Holmes produced third album. 'WHO BUILT THE MOON?', plus spring 2018 UK & Irish arena tour 1
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LIVE REVIEW: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds – Belfast SSE Arena, 9th May

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Rock icon Noel Gallagher has been a frequent visitor to Belfast over the past few years, not only from playing live but from spending a wealth of time in Belfast recording his experimental third solo […]

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour
Gigs

BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE Announce October UK Tour

May 10, 2018 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre announces their October UK tour, but if you can’t wait until then, you can catch them at Green Man Festival on 19th August. The 10-date tour will start on 11th October at […]

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