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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 […]

        • 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
          Interviews

          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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DMA's reveal new video for 'In The Moment' and announce new UK dates
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DMA’s reveal new video for ‘In The Moment’ and announce new UK dates

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

The wait for DMA’S debut album is over with ‘Hills End’ released February 26th on Infectious Music to wide critical acclaim and 8/10 from XS Noize Following on from Radio One A-listed single ‘Delete’ ‘DMAs […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: VICTORIA + JEAN - FIRECRACKER
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: VICTORIA + JEAN – FIRECRACKER

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

Firecracker is the new single from Victoria+Jean, an extraordinarily creative duo linked artistically and romantically. Originally a smoky blues song, Firecracker mutated into a full on electric anthem, with punchy guitar and an insistent beat. […]

RADIOHEAD announce live shows for 2016
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RADIOHEAD announce live shows for 2016

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

Radiohead will play a series of live shows later this year which, together with the festival dates already announced and a few more international festival dates to follow, will complete their touring schedule for 2016. […]

FOALS and TEED collaborator, HUDSON SCOTT reveals hypnotic claymation visuals to debut track, 'Clay'.
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FOALS and TEED collaborator, HUDSON SCOTT reveals hypnotic claymation visuals to debut track, ‘Clay’.

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

Rising new London psych pop artist Hudson Scott has revealed the joyous, mesmeric visuals to his debut track, ‘Clay’. Hudson has also confirmed a first headline show, The Nines, Peckham, on 24th March. Oxford raised, […]

"It’s funny touring the world being a rock star then telling kids off for smoking behind a Portakabin", INTERVIEW with JAMES ATKIN - EMF
One from the vault

“It’s funny touring the world being a rock star then telling kids off for smoking behind a Portakabin”, INTERVIEW with JAMES ATKIN – EMF

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

James Atkin is responsible for singing one of the biggest hits of the 90s, ‘Unbelievable’, with the band EMF. He went on to have massive success clocking up a No. 1 American single, platinum album […]

ANIMAL NOISE release a new EP ‘Sink or Swim’ - Listen
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ANIMAL NOISE release a new EP ‘Sink or Swim’ – Listen

March 14, 2016 XS Noize

When Animal Noise self-released their debut album ‘Run Loose’ in 2012, they quickly went from playing in their rehearsal studio, an old cowshed on bass player Birdy’s farm, to the stages of Bestival & T […]

BIRDY reveals brand new video for ‘WILD HORSES’
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BIRDY reveals brand new video for ‘WILD HORSES’

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

Birdy transforms into a mermaid in a mesmerising underwater video for new track ‘Wild Horses’. The song is available immediately when pre-ordering her new album ‘Beautiful Lies’ out on March 25th. Birdy said – “I’m […]

PJ HARVEY Announces new album "THE HOPE SIX DEMOLITION PROJECT", Watch Album Trailer
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PJ HARVEY streams new single “THE COMMUNITY OF HOPE” listen

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

The Community of Hope is the second single taken from PJ Harvey’s forthcoming album, The Hope Six Demolition Project released 15th April on Island Records, and is available to stream below: The Hope Six Demolition […]

Shiiine On Weekender announces new additions including The Farm, The Electric Soft Parade, The High (Andy Couzens) and James Atkin (EMF) 2
Gigs

Shiiine On Weekender announces new additions including The Farm, The Electric Soft Parade, The High (Andy Couzens) and James Atkin (EMF)

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

Shiiine On Weekender has announced its latest line-up additions to the 2016 edition of the hugely popular festival. Following the sell-out success of the 2015 Shiiine On Weekender, the festival which showcases the best of […]

SKELLUMS release double A side single 'Art of Dying Young / Do Me Wrong'
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SKELLUMS release double A side single ‘Art of Dying Young / Do Me Wrong’

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

Skellums’ last release, their EP Clarion Call, received worldwide airplay and was championed by BBC 6 Music’s Steve Lamacq. Following its success, the band return with a double A side single ‘Art of Dying Young […]

MONiKER to release self-titled LP in April, Listen to track
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MONiKER to release self-titled LP in April, Listen to track

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

Moniker formed when Jordan Scott, the band’s multi-instrumentalist songwriter and vocalist moved to New York City at the beginning of 2015 and reconnected with an old friend TD Crowley through their work at WCWM college […]

PET SHOP BOYS Release “THE POP KIDS” (THE REMIXES) March 18 - listen
New Music

PET SHOP BOYS Release “THE POP KIDS” (THE REMIXES) March 18 – listen

March 11, 2016 XS Noize

Pet Shop Boys have announced a remix package of “The Pop Kids”, to be released on March 18th. The release, available via digital formats only, will consist of four tracks remixed by MK, Offer Nissim […]

THE LAST SHADOW PUPPETS Unveil Video for "Everything You've Come To Expect"
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THE LAST SHADOW PUPPETS Unveil Video for “Everything You’ve Come To Expect”

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

The Last Shadow Puppets return with their new album Everything You’ve Come To Expect out April 1st via Domino. The album finds Alex Turner and Miles Kane reunited with James Ford (production and drums) and […]

GARBAGE announce new album 'STRANGE LITTLE BIRDS' for June release 1
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GARBAGE announce new album ‘STRANGE LITTLE BIRDS’ for June release

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

Garbage (Shirley Manson, Steve Marker, Duke Erikson and Butch Vig) today announced Strange Little Birds, their sixth studio album, which will be released on June 10th on the band’s own label STUNVOLUME. The band recently […]

RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS & FALL OUT BOY CONFIRMED FOR TENNENT'S VITAL 2016 2
Gigs

RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS & FALL OUT BOY – ON SALE TOMORROW AT 9am

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

Tennent’s Lager and MCD confirmed that Tennent’s Vital is back for 2016 with a red hot line up for Boucher Road Playing Fields on Thursday 25th August. Taking to the main stage for what promises to […]

ALBUM REVIEW: IGGY POP - POST POP DEPRESSION
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: IGGY POP – POST POP DEPRESSION

March 10, 2016 Thomas S. Day

Iggy Pop has now been at large in the music business for well over half a century. In that time he has become a household name and brought the likes of The Passenger, Lust for […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: onDEADWAVES - BLUE INSIDE
News

onDeadWaves – unveil video for ‘Blue Inside’, check it out!

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

onDeadWaves, who release their debut album this spring on Mute, explain “Blue Inside is essentially about a loss – it’s that moment when you finally come out of the numbness and realise you can actually […]

NEW REVIVAL release debut EP 'Call it What you Want'
News

NEW REVIVAL release debut EP ‘Call it What you Want’

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

Founded in October 2015, New Revival are a four piece rock band From Aberdare in South Wales. The band burst onto the Welsh music scene with their debut single ‘Patrick Swayze’, which received over 10,000 […]

THE MARIVAUX to release 'One EP' in April
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THE MARIVAUX to release ‘One EP’ in April

March 10, 2016 XS Noize

Hailing from Manchester, The Marivaux formed in 2009, bound by a common refusal to be strangled by the shirt and tie lifestyle. Naturally restless musicians, their gritty ambition has seen them embark on four years […]

EXCLUSIVE - TRACK OF THE DAY: HURRICANE #1 - 'Think Of The Sunshine' - Listen
News

HURRICANE #1 working with producer DANNY SABER on new album ‘MELODIC RAINBOWS’

March 9, 2016 XS Noize

It’s been less than a year since Alex Lowe reformed Hurricane #1 and released their critically acclaimed album “Find What You Love And Let It Kill You” after a long battle with cancer. Well it seems […]

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