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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 […]

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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 […]

        • 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
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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
          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
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          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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JOOLS HOLLAND announces FINAL line-up for Belfast Waterfront show
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JOOLS HOLLAND announces FINAL line-up for Belfast Waterfront show

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

JOOLS HOLLAND announces the FINAL line-up for the show at the Waterfront Belfast this October – newly added is the wonderful JOSE FELICIANO ! Joining Jools on stage as special guest will be Grammy Award […]

Texas are back with new album ‘Jump On Board’, check out video for first single ‘Let’s Work It Out’
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Texas are back with new album ‘Jump On Board’, check out video for first single ‘Let’s Work It Out’

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Texas are back with ‘Jump On Board’, a glorious new album from one of Britain’s best loved bands. Now signed to BMG, Texas have made an absolute pop classic boasting the back to the dance […]

Track of the Day: Shrinking Minds - 'Something Better'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: Shrinking Minds – ‘Something Better’

February 9, 2017 XS Noize

Formed in January 2014, Shrinking Minds have wasted no time in gathering a reputation as one of the most twisted, raucous and exciting new bands in Liverpool. A reputation built around their energetic live performances […]

Crazy Bones Share Video for Forthcoming EP Track 'Melting' - Watch
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Crazy Bones Share Video for Forthcoming EP Track ‘Melting’ – Watch

February 8, 2017 XS Noize

Check out below the video for ‘Melting’ by Toronto based Crazy Bones from their forthcoming Cosmic Drips EP, out March 2nd. “I wrote this song when I was living in Tofino sitting by the ocean […]

Blackfield have released a new lyric video for the song “From 44 to 48” - Watch
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Blackfield have released a new lyric video for the song “From 44 to 48” – Watch

February 8, 2017 XS Noize

Ahead of the release of their new studio album V on February 10th through Kscope, Blackfield, a collaboration between Israeli songwriter and musician Aviv Geffen, and British musician and producer Steven Wilson, have released a […]

Track Of The Day | Meadowlark - 'About You Now'
Track Of The Day

Track Of The Day | Meadowlark – ‘About You Now’

February 8, 2017 XS Noize

Meadowlark have announced details of a new EP of late night reworks entitled ‘Nocturnes’ for release on March 10th via Believe Recordings (James Vincent McMorrow, Gavin James). The ‘Nocturnes’ EP is a collection of cinematic […]

XS Noize Music Podcast: #15: Merchandise's Carson Cox On New Album 'A Corpse Wired For Sound'
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Merchandise share ‘Right Back To The Start’ video + reschedule tour dates

February 8, 2017 XS Noize

Merchandise have launched a video for their single ‘Right Back To The Start’, taken from their recent album A Corpse Wired For Sound. The fifth song to be given a visual treatment by Carson Cox, […]

THE CRIBS confirmed to headline CAMDEN ROCKS FESTIVAL 2016 1
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THE CRIBS Announce ‘Men’s Needs Women’s Needs Whatever’ 10th Anniversary Tour Dates

February 7, 2017 XS Noize

The Cribs will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of their acclaimed third album ‘Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever’ by playing the record in its entirety during a select run of UK headline dates this spring. Tickets […]

Empathy Test return for 2017 with their new EP ‘By My Side’ - Listen to track
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Empathy Test return for 2017 with their new EP ‘By My Side’ – Listen to track

February 7, 2017 XS Noize

Empathy Test return for 2017 with their new EP ‘By My Side’. With echoes of CHVRCHES and Purity Ring, the enigmatic duo have impressed with their brooding electro sound; winning critical praise and a legion […]

Track of the Day: The Chainsmokers - 'Paris'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: The Chainsmokers – ‘Paris’

February 7, 2017 XS Noize

Kicking off 2017 with a bang, the three-time multi-platinum and Grammy®-nominated artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers (comprised of Alex Pall and Drew Taggart) have revealed their brand new single “Paris”-  watch the brand new lyric video […]

Following Explosive Super Bowl performance Lady Gaga Announces Joanne World Tour
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Following Explosive Super Bowl performance Lady Gaga Announces Joanne World Tour

February 7, 2017 XS Noize

Lady Gaga will be traveling the globe with the Joanne World Tour starting on August 1st in Vancouver, BC and September 22nd in Barcelona with a series of concert dates throughout Europe and the UK […]

IN FOCUS// Green Day, Manchester MEN Arena 1
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Green Day, Manchester MEN Arena

February 7, 2017 Clair McAllister

Clair McAllister was on hand again to capture Green Day at Manchester MEN Arena on their Revolution Radio Tour with another batch of stunning images.     Check out Clair’s Live Review / images of Green […]

David Bowie: "No Plan" EP to Get Physical CD & Vinyl Release
New Music

David Bowie: “No Plan” EP to Get Physical CD & Vinyl Release

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

Featuring the three final David Bowie studio recordings during the sessions for his 28th and final album, ★, the No Plan EP is now being made available on CD and special vinyl formats including a […]

#20: XS Noize Music Podcast: Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre 1
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Brian Jonestown Massacre will release the new album ‘Don’t Get Lost’, on 24th February

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

Brian Jonestown Massacre have announced the new album ‘Don’t Get Lost’, which will be released on 24th February, just a mere four months after the release of their last album ‘Third World Pyramid’. The double […]

The Pretenders reveal a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ feat Neil Tennant
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The Pretenders reveal a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ feat Neil Tennant

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

The Pretenders have revealed a new version of ‘Let’s Get Lost’ featuring guest vocalist Neil Tennant. Chrissie Hynde and Neil Tennant’s unmistakably poignant vocals combine beautifully on the track which is one of the stand-out […]

Bush to release 7th studio album BLACK AND WHITE RAINBOWS on March 10th
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Bush to release 7th studio album BLACK AND WHITE RAINBOWS on March 10th

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

Currently lighting up our TV Screens every Saturday night as a coach on The Voice UK, Gavin Rossdale has also been spending time in Los Angeles writing and recording a new BUSH album. The band’s […]

Dreadzone share video for "Mountain" from forthcoming album ‘Dread Times’
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Dreadzone share video for “Mountain” from forthcoming album ‘Dread Times’

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

Entering an impressive 3rd decade, Dreadzone, one of the most energetic, exciting and powerful live bands to emerge from the post-rave scene, release a brand new album “Dread Times” on February 17th 2017. ‘Dread Times’ […]

Jenn Grant reveals title track of forthcoming New album "Paradise" - Listen
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Jenn Grant reveals title track of forthcoming New album “Paradise” – Listen

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

Jenn Grant has shared a new single, Paradise,” off her upcoming album of the same name. Grant’s new album will be released via Ba Da Bing Records on March 3. “Paradise” is the follow up to […]

Listen To 'Nothing Lasts Forever (And It's Fine)' The New Single From Flora Cash
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Listen To ‘Nothing Lasts Forever (And It’s Fine)’ The New Single From Flora Cash

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

An old Swedish proverb goes ‘Worry often gives a small thing a big shadow’. Interesting on how we can all still relate to it today, most of the day, day after day, every single day… […]

Track of the Day: BlackWaters - ‘Down'
Track Of The Day

Track of the Day: BlackWaters – ‘Down’

February 6, 2017 XS Noize

BLACKWATERS launch into 2017 with a ripe slice of high-octane indie in the shape of new single: ‘Down’. The latest release from these tempestuous teen upstarts arrives at the peak of their first nationwide live […]

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