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        • 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 […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel releases fourth o/i track ‘Till Your Mind Is Shining’ during Pink Full Moon

          April 2, 2026

          The pink full moon, sees the release of Till Your Mind Is Shining the fourth track to be taken from Peter Gabriel’s forthcoming album o\i. “To my ears it’s the closest I get to a […]

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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
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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 […]

        • 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 […]

  • Gigs
        • 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
          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
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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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Wire Unveil New Album 'Silver/Lead' - Listen to Track  'Short Elevated Period'
Gigs

WIRE announce DRILL festivals in Leeds, LA, Berlin & Brussels, plus London Garage shows.

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Musical pioneers WIRE release their 15th studio album Silver/Lead on the 31st March 2017 via pinkflag, on the eve of their 40th anniversary. However, this is an album with its sights firmly set on the […]

Ryan Adams announces details of Irish tour dates this September.
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Ryan Adams announces details of Irish tour dates this September.

February 17, 2017 XS Noize

Ryan Adams has just announced details of Irish tour dates this September. Ryan will play the Ulster Hall, Belfast on September 8th, followed by the Cork Opera House on September 9th and the tour will […]

Hers announce 8 track collection 'Songs of Hers' - Listen to track
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Hers announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Hers’ – Listen to track

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Her’s announce 8 track collection ‘Songs of Her’s’ and tease new cut ‘Speed Racer’. The seeds of Her’s have well and truly rooted themselves in Liverpool. Originally a meeting of minds between Norway’s Audun Laading […]

The Kills share VR video for 'Whirling Eye' - WATCH
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The Kills share VR video for ‘Whirling Eye’ – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

The Kills – Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince – are pleased to share a brand new video for ‘Whirling Eye’, off 2016’s album Ash & Ice. The video, helmed by award-winning video director Sophie Muller, […]

The Sherlocks share new video for single 'Was It Really Worth It?' - WATCH
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The Sherlocks share new video for single ‘Was It Really Worth It?’ – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

The Sherlocks have released their new video for single ‘Was It Really Worth It?’ due for release March 17th. The video is directed by Aella Jordan-Edge and stars Kiersten Wareing (Fishtank, Eastenders, The Take) and […]

Vérité shares 'Phase Me Out' video - WATCH
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Vérité shares ‘Phase Me Out’ video – WATCH

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Today, VÉRITÉ unveils her first ever music video to accompany her new single “Phase Me Out”. The hazy, emotive visual that was directed by Charlie Manton echoes the song’s propulsive melody, the alt-pop songstress aimed […]

Album Review: Deaf Havana - All These Countless Nights
Album Reviews

Album Review: Deaf Havana – All These Countless Nights

February 15, 2017 Lori Gava

The band Deaf Havana has passed through a Scylla and Charybdis of sorts since their last release 2013’s Old Souls. The band after that release was on the brink of financial crisis and almost broke […]

Belfast duo New Portals unveil 'Stereo' video
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Belfast duo New Portals unveil ‘Stereo’ video

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Belfast duo New Portals have revealed the video for new single ‘Stereo’, the title track of their forthcoming debut EP out March 10th.  The video sees New Portals’ frontwoman Ruth Aicken leading a staccato dance […]

Track of the Day: WARM DIGITS (featuring Field Music) - “End Times"
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: WARM DIGITS (featuring Field Music) – “End Times”

February 15, 2017 XS Noize

Memphis Industries have announced the signing of electronic duo WARM DIGITS (AKA Newcastle-based Andrew Hodson and Steve Jefferis). Their first emission is the track “End Times” (featuring Field Music). A new album, loosely themed around […]

Track of the Day: Little Dragon - 'High'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Little Dragon – ‘High’

February 14, 2017 XS Noize

Today, Grammy-nominated band Little Dragon release their first new music since their critically- acclaimed 2014 album, Nabuma Rubberband. The song, entitled ‘High’, is a smouldering marriage of percolating electronics and the laid-back R&B melodies the […]

Album Review: The Pigeon Detectives - Broken Glances
Album Reviews

Album Review: The Pigeon Detectives – Broken Glances

February 14, 2017 Helen Russell

English indie rock band from Leeds, The Pigeon Detectives, are back with their 5th album Broken Glances. Which follows platinum selling debut album Wait for Me, gold selling 2nd album Emergency, Up Guards & At […]

#30. XS Noize Music Podcast: Ten Fé Discuss Debut album "Hit The Light"
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#30. XS Noize Music Podcast: Ten Fé Discuss Debut album “Hit The Light”

February 14, 2017 XS Noize

Welcome to episode #30 of the XS Noize Music Podcast. On This weeks show Mark Millar is joined by Ben Moorhouse and Leo Duncan, from Ten Fé. Ben and Leo, released their debut album Hit […]

Dutch Uncles to launch album at new go karting track
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Dutch Uncles to launch album at new go karting track

February 14, 2017 XS Noize

Dutch Uncles have announced a special event to launch new record Big Balloon (released this Friday on Memphis Industries). The band have partnered with TeamSport, a new go karting facility housed underneath Manchester Arena, for […]

Album Review: Elbow - Little Fictions
Album Reviews

Album Review: Elbow – Little Fictions

February 13, 2017 Lori Gava

Esteemed Alternative Indie band Elbow released their seventh studio album “Little Fictions” on February 3rd. The album is a follow up to the band’s 2015 EP “Lost Worker Bee”. The returning super heavy weight champion […]

Near To Hear #3: Life Goals
Near to Hear

Near To Hear #3: Life Goals

February 13, 2017 Fionn Crossan

On this weeks Near To Hear we have a fresh new project already wrapping Belfast round their finger. “Life Goals” is the indie rock side project of three quarters of the local Stalwarts “Gascan Ruckus” […]

JULIE BYRNE announces MAY UK Tour
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JULIE BYRNE announces MAY UK Tour

February 10, 2017 XS Noize

American wanderer Julie Byrne’s second album ‘Not Even Happiness’ (released last month to widespread acclaim on Basin Rock) vividly archives what would have otherwise been lost to the road – bustling roadside diners, the stars […]

Jamiroquai Announce First Headline Festival Dates In Six Years
Gigs

JAMIROQUAI Releases ‘CLOUD 9’, First Single Off New Album ‘AUTOMATON’ – Listen

February 10, 2017 XS Noize

Following on from the explosive return of new video ‘Automaton’ and first new music from Jamiroquai in seven years which sent bloggers, fans and critics in to global frenzy, Grammy award winning pioneers of “future […]

Ten Fè share 'Another Way' ahead of debut album release on February 3rd - LISTEN
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TEN FÉ Announce U.S. Tour Dates

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Ten Fé have announced their first U.S. live dates. In addition to their stop at Bonnaroo this June, the duo will perform in NYC at Mercury Lounge, Philadelphia at World Café, Los Angeles at Hotel […]

Honeyblood Release Video For "BABES NEVER DIE" + Announce Biggest Tour To Date
Gigs

Honeyblood Release Video For “BABES NEVER DIE” + Announce Biggest Tour To Date

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Glasgow two-piece – frontwoman Stina Tweeddale and drummer Cat Myers are back with the video to their electrifying single “Babes Never Die.” The song is from their critically acclaimed and heavily buzzed sophomore album Babes […]

Depeche Mode To Release New Single “Where’s The Revolution” on February 3rd 1
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Depeche Mode Unveil Video for “Where’s The Revolution” – Watch

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Iconic, multi-platinum selling musical pioneers Depeche Mode have unveiled their much anticipated video for new single “Where’s The Revolution” today. The track, which Depeche Mode teased during their highly viewed press conference in Milan this […]

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