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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
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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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ALBUM REVIEW:  – Sunflower Bean - 'Twentytwo in Blue'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: – Sunflower Bean – ‘Twentytwo in Blue’

March 23, 2018 Elizabeth Manno

Brooklyn rock trio Sunflower Bean are back with the follow-up to their 2016 debut album, Human Ceremony, and this time around, they’re making it clear just how much they’ve grown up since then. The title […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Levellers - 'We the Collective'
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: The Levellers – ‘We the Collective’

March 23, 2018 Michael Barron

When the Levellers announced that they were going to release a new acoustic album and that eight of these songs would be reinterpretations of their hit singles including One Way, Exodus and Hope Street, several […]

SEAN McGOWAN - Announces 'Son Of The Smith' album + Extensive 2018 Tour Dates
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SEAN McGOWAN – Comes of age with ‘Springhill’ single – Listen Here

March 22, 2018 XS Noize

Some things in life are always worth waiting for. Whether it’s an album by your favourite band, Christmas next year or even true love – things will always have more resonance with time. For ascending […]

GAZ COOMBES unveils new track "WALK THE WALK" and announces new live shows for May 2018
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GAZ COOMBES unveils new track “WALK THE WALK” and announces new live shows for May 2018

March 22, 2018 XS Noize

Gaz Coombes has released the second track from his forthcoming album World’s Strongest Man. Built from a twisted bassline, space-aged gospel vocals, swooping strings and lo-oscillating synths Walk the Walk is a sleek, sinewy and […]

SNOW PATROL: CONFIRM Northern Ireland tour dates
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SNOW PATROL: CONFIRM Northern Ireland tour dates

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

Over a two-decade career, Snow Patrol has carved out a unique place for themselves. Since their 1998 debut, Songs for Polarbears, which Pitchfork hailed as “an impressive piece of work,” their melancholy anthems of heartbreak […]

MASTERSYSTEM reveal 'Enlightenment' – new single out today
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MASTERSYSTEM reveal ‘Enlightenment’ – new single out today

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

Today Mastersystem unveil new single Enlightenment ahead of their debut album release on April 6th, via Physical Education. A project comprised of two musical siblings, a collaborative effort featuring Scott Hutchinson and Grant Hutchinson (Frightened […]

GWENNO shares video for "Eus Keus?" taken from new album, "Le Kov"
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GWENNO shares video for “Eus Keus?” taken from new album, “Le Kov”

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

With her acclaimed second album Le Kov now out via Heavenly Recordings, Gwenno has today shared a video for “Eus Keus?”, the second single to be released from the LP. Translating as “Is There Cheese?” […]

BLACK HONEY Announce 6-Date May UK Tour
Gigs

BLACK HONEY Announce 6-Date May UK Tour

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

Black Honey, one of the UK’s most notoriously good upcoming live bands, have announced a fresh handful of tour dates for May. The Brighton four-piece ended 2017 on a high, supporting long-term friends Royal Blood […]

ALISON MOYET Releases Live Album ‘The Other Live Collection’ 20th April
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ALISON MOYET Releases Live Album ‘The Other Live Collection’ 20th April

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

Ahead of appearing as special guest of Tears For Fears on their 11 date UK arena tour this spring, electronic pop pioneer Alison Moyet releases ‘The Other Live Collection’ on Cooking Vinyl 20th April. Over […]

DMA'S share video for single 'In The Air' + announce album 2 'For Now' 1
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DMA’S release new single ‘For Now’ ahead of second album & UK tour – Listen

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

Sydney trio DMA’S have today unveiled new single ‘For Now’ which will be released alongside an album of the same name on April 27th. The track captures DMA’S unmistakable swagger, defiance and charm – it’s […]

THE GO! TEAM share brand new single“The Only Thing New is U Finding Out About It”
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THE GO! TEAM share brand new single“The Only Thing New is U Finding Out About It”

March 21, 2018 XS Noize

The Go! Team have shared “The Only Thing New is U Finding Out About It”, a brand new single following on from their acclaimed new album SEMICIRCLE (out now on Memphis Industries). Band leader Ian […]

MANIC STREET PREACHERS share new video for 'International Blue'
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MANIC STREET PREACHERS share acoustic version of ‘Distant Colours’ – Listen

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Taken from their forthcoming 13th studio album ‘Resistance Is Futile’, ‘DISTANT COLOURS’ was the second single taken from the album, being released on 13th April. The first track from the new album ‘International Blue’ came […]

WE ARE SCIENTISTS unveil great new music video for "Your Light Has Changed" - Watch Now
Gigs

WE ARE SCIENTISTS unveil great new music video for “Your Light Has Changed” – Watch Now

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

We Are Scientists, the Brooklyn, New York-based indie rock outfit are set to return with their sixth album, Megaplex which will be released on April 27th via 100% Records. Having released first single “One In, […]

BLOC PARTY to play seminal debut album SILENT ALARM live across Europe
Gigs

BLOC PARTY to play seminal debut album SILENT ALARM live across Europe

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Bloc Party today announce they will play their seminal debut album Silent Alarm live and in full for the first time to audiences across Europe this autumn. The band will play a handful of special […]

FRANK TURNER Announces New Album 'Be More Kind' + UK Tour incl. Belfast The Limelight
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FRANK TURNER releases ‘Blackout’ from 7th Album ‘Be More Kind’

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Frank Turner reveals the first single from his new album Be More Kind today. Blackout is available through Xtra Mile Recordings/Polydor Records and, says Turner, “is new territory for me, musically – a song you […]

Swansea City Rockers TRAMPOLENE bounce back with a new single ‘Hard Times For Dreamers’ - Listen
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Swansea City Rockers TRAMPOLENE bounce back with a new single ‘Hard Times For Dreamers’ – Listen

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Swansea City Rockers TRAMPOLENE bounce back into view with a new single ‘Hard Times For Dreamers’ through Mi7 Records on Friday 27th April. Written by boss Tramp Jack Jones, ‘Hard Times For Dreamers’ was recorded […]

DANIEL BLUMBERG announces his debut album release for Mute, 'Minus', on 4 May 2018 1
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DANIEL BLUMBERG announces his debut album release for Mute, ‘Minus’, on 4 May 2018

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Daniel Blumberg announces his debut album release for Mute, Minus, on 4 May 2018, the first release under his own name. An astonishing work, the record weds an improvisational, free-music ethos to the rawest emotional […]

PALE WAVES Share their new track ‘My Obsession’. from their forthcoming debut EP
Gigs

PALE WAVES unveil video for their new single ‘Heavenly’ – Watch Now

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

Pale Waves have unveiled the video for their new single ‘Heavenly’, the final track to be taken from the ALL THE THINGS I NEVER SAID EP. The video comes after the band’s sold out UK […]

THE SKIDS and BIG COUNTRY announce a co-headline show at The Limelight 1 on Friday 30th November 2018
Gigs

THE SKIDS and BIG COUNTRY announce a co-headline show at The Limelight 1 on Friday 30th November 2018

March 20, 2018 XS Noize

The Skids and Big Country announce a co-headline show at The Limelight 1 on Friday 30th November 2018. Scotland has given the world many iconic bands – among them and currently riding high on renewed […]

Hooton Tennis Club's next project - SEATBELTS unveil first single, ‘Hey, Hey Tiger!’ - Listen Now 2
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Hooton Tennis Club’s next project – SEATBELTS unveil first single, ‘Hey, Hey Tiger!’ – Listen Now

March 19, 2018 XS Noize

Seatbelts first single ‘Hey, Hey Tiger!’ is taken from their forthcoming EP ‘Songs For Vonnegut’. The track is an upbeat, head spinning introduction to the new project from James Madden and Ryan Murphy of Liverpool […]

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