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        • LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
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          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 […]

          The Lilacs
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          The Lilacs unveil debut album “Keeping Up With The Joneses” alongside UK tour dates

          March 30, 2026

          The Lilacs’ journey so far has seen the Wigan quartet sell-out a 2700-capacity headline show in Manchester, achieve a Top 10 Independent Albums Chart breakthrough with the ‘The 395 (To Forever)’ EP, win new admirers […]

          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 […]

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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 […]

          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
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          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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        • 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 […]

          Dexys Midnight Runners
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          Dexys Midnight Runners Return With First UK & Ireland Tour Since 2003

          March 24, 2026

          Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a UK and Ireland tour set to kick off this October. The run of dates marks the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the Dexys […]

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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
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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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LIVE REVIEW: HOLY HOLY at The Lexington, London 2nd November 2015 2
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: HOLY HOLY at The Lexington, London 2nd November 2015

November 7, 2015 Thomas S. Day

The fog is so thick tonight that flights in and around London have been cancelled, Autumn is most definitely here. As I stroll up to the pub-come-music venue, The Lexington on Pentonville Road, London, some […]

.....What Became Of The People We Used To Be? 5
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…..What Became Of The People We Used To Be?

November 6, 2015 Sandra Blemster

…..What Became Of what We Used To Be Did anyone out there party in Manchester back in the day when it was Madchester? Did you “Sit Down” with James or “bang the drums” with the […]

ERASURE - CELEBRATE 30th ANNIVERSARY WITH A SERIES OF RELEASES - Listen to 'Sometimes' 2015 Remix
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WIN a copy of ‘Always The Very Best Of Erasure’ Deluxe CD

November 6, 2015 XS Noize

2015 sees one of the UK’s most enduring award-winning songwriting duos, ERASURE (Andy Bell and Vince Clarke), mark the 30th anniversary of their first release. As part of Erasure’s 30th Anniversary celebrations we have 3 […]

COLDPLAY - announce new album 'A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS' - Listen to track
New Music

COLDPLAY – announce new album ‘A HEAD FULL OF DREAMS’ – Listen to track

November 6, 2015 XS Noize

Coldplay’s seventh album, A Head Full Of Dreams, will be released worldwide on Friday, December 4 via Parlophone Records. The first single from the album, ‘Adventure Of A Lifetime’, is available from today to download […]

NEW ORDER SIGN WITH MUTE
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NEW ORDER – Announce ‘Tutti Frutti’ single & UK live dates

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

New Order have announced full details for Tutti Frutti the latest single to be taken from Music Complete, out on 11 December 2015. Tutti Frutti, featuring Elly Jackson aka La Roux on guest vocals will […]

The Lush Anthology 'Chorus' Out This December, Plus Best Of Out On Vinyl On Black Friday 1
New Music

The Lush Anthology ‘Chorus’ Out This December, Plus Best Of Out On Vinyl On Black Friday

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from the news that Lush are to reform next year, the band have announced the full details of their extensive anthology, Chorus, and the first time vinyl pressing of Ciao! Best of Lush. […]

PERTINI - Pay homage to the BETA BAND with new single 'Ally Pally'
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PERTINI – Pay homage to the BETA BAND with new single ‘Ally Pally’

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

London duo Pertini have released a stream of their catchy, new electronic pop single, Ally Pally released digitally on November 30th. Following the release of their debut single, Blackfriars Bridge, that amassed over 10,000 plays, […]

RED HOUSE GLORY - announce new single 'Pray Now - listen
New Music

RED HOUSE GLORY – announce new single ‘Pray Now – listen

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

London four-piece Red House Glory have revealed their new single ‘Pray Now’, taken from the upcoming All Out Of Love EP released on December 11th. With its crisp riffs rifling through the lush, driving harmonies […]

SPACE - to Tour UK and Release New Single 'Strange World'
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: SPACE – STRANGE WORLD – watch video

November 5, 2015 XS Noize

Space are back with a new single ‘Strange World’. The band began their extensive UK tour of the same name in late October which sees them on the road until mid-December. The release a new […]

DIIV ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM "IS THE IS ARE" - LISTEN TO TRACK
New Music

DIIV ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM “IS THE IS ARE” – LISTEN TO TRACK

November 4, 2015 XS Noize

After recently sharing “Dopamine,” the first taste from their forthcoming sophomore album Is the Is Are, DIIV are back today to share a new song in addition to details about the album’s release. Is the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: BILLY BIBBY - “Waitin’ for You” 3
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: BILLY BIBBY – “Waitin’ for You”

November 4, 2015 Julie Blore-Bizot

The name Billy Bibby will be familiar to early fans of Catfish and the Bottlemen or to anyone who has perused the credits of the band’s début album, The Balcony. Billy was founding member and […]

THE DEADLINE SHAKES - Release New Album 'Zealots'
Gigs

THE DEADLINE SHAKES – Release New Album ‘Zealots’

November 3, 2015 XS Noize

Glasgow’s The Deadline Shakes are Greg Dingwall (lead vocals, guitars and keys), Iain McKinstry (guitars and vocals), Martin McLeod (bass), Thomas Booth (drums) and Sam Clark (piano), with Michael Muir (violin) and Kiera Pollock (vocals). […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT MORIAH - 'Cardinal Cross' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: MOUNT MORIAH – ‘Cardinal Cross’ – Listen

November 3, 2015 XS Noize

The North Carolina-based band Mount Moriah – composed of McEntire (lead vocals, guitar), Jenks Miller (lead guitar, keys), and Casey Toll (bass, keys) – seem insistent to grow. If Mount Moriah’s self-titled debut showed them […]

LIVE REVIEW: GHOST with PURSON at THE WARFIELD SAN FRANCISCO 10/23/15 6
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: GHOST with PURSON at THE WARFIELD SAN FRANCISCO 10/23/15

November 3, 2015 Triffin Constantine

Do the demonic clergymen from Sweden hold the key to the salvation of metal, or the entire world? When Ghost entered the Internet’s collective consciousness* with their tongue-in-cheek Satanism and incense-filled rituals (please don’t call […]

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Bjork - Debut
Classic Albums

CLASSIC ALBUM REVISITED: Bjork – Debut

November 2, 2015 Lori Gava

Bjork, that one name conjures images of Bjork throughout the years, the wild child, swan dress-wearing, gamine girl and on and on. It is no exaggeration to state that Bjork is one of the most […]

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs 1
Gigs

THE STONE ROSES announce massive summer 2016 gigs

November 2, 2015 XS Noize

The Stone Roses have announced new live dates for next year. The Manchester band will play two gigs in their hometown, playing the Etihad Stadium on 17 and 18 June followed by a headline slot […]

LIVE REVIEW: THE HALF EARTH - Confidence is Bliss EP launch 1
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: THE HALF EARTH – Confidence is Bliss EP launch

November 2, 2015 Thomas S. Day

In London it’s a drizzly and dark Autumn evening, but that will do little to dampen my spirits as I wander north from King’s Cross Station to the stunning St Pancras Old Church. Tonight, this […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: EL VY - 'Silent Ivy Hotel' (video)
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: EL VY – ‘Silent Ivy Hotel’ (video)

November 2, 2015 XS Noize

After recently releasing their debut album Return To The Moon, EL VY – the duo of Matt Berninger from The National and Ramona Falls frontman Brent Knopf – have released a new video for the […]

XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #2 – KILL FOR EDEN
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XS NOIZE – Unsigned Showcase #2 – KILL FOR EDEN

November 1, 2015 Thomas S. Day

At XS Noize, new music is dear to our hearts and we believe that genuinely talented fresh artists deserve a platform to share their material with the world. As such, we will now be showcasing […]

INTERVIEW: HOLY HOLY - Australia's best new band
Interviews

INTERVIEW: HOLY HOLY – Australia’s best new band

November 1, 2015 XS Noize

Holy Holy are Timothy Carroll and Oscar Dawson the best band to come out of Australia in years. Holy Holy have just released their critically acclaimed debut album ‘When The Storms Would Come‘ which received a […]

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