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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 […]

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          ‘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 […]

  • 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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AWOLNATION - announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances
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AWOLNATION – announce brand new single + Reading & Leeds Festival appearances

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

LA electro-rock sensations AWOLNATION have unveiled their radiantly anthemic new single ‘I Am’. The track follows the band’s dazzling return with ‘Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf)’. Another shining example of front man Aaron Bruno’s masterful songwriting, […]

BEAR'S DEN announce biggest show yet at London's Roundhouse
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BEAR’S DEN announce biggest show yet at London’s Roundhouse

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

Bear’s Den follow the news that their new single, Above The Clouds Of Pompeii has been nominated for a prestigious Ivor Novello Award, with the announcement of a massive London headline show at The Roundhouse, […]

ALBUM REVIEW : BUILT TO SPILL - UNTETHERED MOON
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW : BUILT TO SPILL – UNTETHERED MOON

April 30, 2015 Lori Gava

Returning with a new release after six years, Built To Spill’s eighth album Untethered Moon drops this week. The legendary band has inspired numerous Northwestern Sound bands in its wake and is adding to their […]

THE MACCABEES - Announce intimate UK shows
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THE MACCABEES – Announce intimate UK shows

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

The Maccabees break their three year silence when they release the first taste of their eagerly anticipated self-produced 4th album with explosive new single ‘Marks To Prove It’ on May 11th. To celebrate the single […]

TRACK OF THE DAY : JACK & ELIZA - New Single 'Oh No' / UK Live Dates
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TRACK OF THE DAY : JACK & ELIZA – New Single ‘Oh No’ / UK Live Dates

April 30, 2015 XS Noize

New York City’s Jack & Eliza are hitting the road in the UK and North America this spring and summer as they approach the release of their debut album, Gentle Warnings, out June 9th on […]

MARTIN GORE - Shares video for 'EUROPA HYMN' - Watch
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WATCH: Martin Gore – Exclusive ‘MG’ Interview

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

Martin Gore released his eagerly awaited solo album, MG, this week. Described by XS Noize as “a hugely enjoyable listening experience.”, the 16-track album, comprising textural, emotional and filmic instrumentals, is out now. Watch Martin […]

DE LUX - Announce New Album  ‘Generation’  out June 22
New Music

DE LUX – Announce New Album ‘Generation’ out June 22

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

De Lux have announced the release of a new album Generation, due out on June 22 through Innovative Leisure (Tropics, Classixx, BADBADNOTGOOD). The band are trailing the announcement with new track ‘Someday Now’ listen BELOW. […]

LONELADY - Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to 'Hinterland' Remix
Gigs

LONELADY – Announces summer & autumn tour / Listen to ‘Hinterland’ Remix

April 29, 2015 XS Noize

LoneLady has recently played a headline tour across the UK, and can now announce details of festival appearances throughout the summer and a headline show at London’s Heaven on October 7th, with more UK and […]

FIGHT LIKE APES - New Single 'Pretty Keen On Centrefolds' - Listen
Track Of The Day

FIGHT LIKE APES – New Single ‘Pretty Keen On Centrefolds’ – Listen

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

After an epic wait following an incredibly successful Fund It campaign, Fight Like Apes have announced the release of their eponymous 3rd album. Due out on Alcopop! Records on 18 May, this record is undeniably […]

OF MONSTERS AND MEN / Announce UK Tour + Share New Album Track 'I Of The Storm'
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OF MONSTERS AND MEN / Announce UK Tour + Share New Album Track ‘I Of The Storm’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Of Monsters and Men have announced details of a UK tour for November 2015. Starting in Manchester on 18th November, the Icelandic quintet will play Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Newcastle, and Sheffield, as well as a […]

BLUR TO PLAY FREE SHOW FOR FANS ON MAY 1st: THE MAGIC WHIP LIVE IN BROOKLYN
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BLUR TO PLAY FREE SHOW FOR FANS ON MAY 1st: THE MAGIC WHIP LIVE IN BROOKLYN

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

New York, NY – Already en route to New York for an April 30 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Blur will treat fans to a free performance of the just-released The Magic […]

MUSE - RETURN WITH NEW ALBUM “DRONES”, RELEASED IN THE UK ON JUNE 8 2
New Music

MUSE REVEAL BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR ‘DEAD INSIDE’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Muse have revealed their brand new video for ‘Dead Inside’. “Dead Inside” appears on their forthcoming studio album, Drones, which will be released June 8th by Warner Bros. Records. Drones is co-produced by Muse and […]

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS premiere track & announce album & tour - listen
Gigs

ANTON NEWCOMBE & TESS PARKS reveal German Tangerine video

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Anton Newcombe and Tess Parks have revealed the video for ‘German Tangerine’. The track is taken from their forthcoming collaborative album ‘I Declare Nothing’, which is released on 29th June, watch the video below: Anton […]

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’
New Music

FICTION PREMIERE ‘BEST BEFORE’ – LEAD TRACK FROM THEIR UPCOMING ‘INSTANT MEMORIES EP’

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Fiction, the London-based band behind critically acclaimed debut album ‘The Big Other, have unveiled the lead track from their upcoming EP, ‘Best Before’. The track is a perfect example of what’s to come from the band, […]

LIVE REVIEW: NICK CAVE, GLASGOW ROYAL CONCERT HALL 26/04/15
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: NICK CAVE, GLASGOW ROYAL CONCERT HALL 26/04/15

April 28, 2015 David McElroy

Before this gig, I’d never had the chance to see Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds live, so I was part over excited, part intrigued about the prospect of a Cave solo show. The show […]

ALBUM REVIEW: PALE HONEY - PALE HONEY
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY : PALE HONEY – TEASE – Listen

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

Gothenburg duo Pale Honey have just shared new track ‘Tease’, taken from their self-titled, debut album. Where debut single ‘Youth’ was praised for its intensity and directness, bathed as it was in a tone that […]

THE COMPLETE AMERICAN RECORDINGS OF JOHNNY CASH RELEASED IN MAY
New Music

THE COMPLETE AMERICAN RECORDINGS OF JOHNNY CASH RELEASED IN MAY

April 28, 2015 XS Noize

The Johnny Cash American Recordings LP boxed set, a classic black box housing all studio albums released between 1994 and 2010 on 180gm vinyl will be released in May. American Recordings is the 81st album […]

'AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR' PREMIERE NEW SINGLE 'RUN HOME' - listen
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR – HEIRS

April 28, 2015 Lori Gava

Hailing from the great land of Northern Ireland, the band, And So I Watch You from Afar are releasing their fourth album, Heirs on May 4 as the follow up to All Hail Bright Futures […]

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY – 27/04/2015 7
Vinyl Five

SICK RECORDS: VINYL FIVE FOR MONDAY – 27/04/2015

April 27, 2015 Kenny Murdock

Check out this weeks ‘Vinyl Five for Monday 27/04/2015’, The essential vinyl you should own this week, carefully selected by Kenny Murdock from Belfast’s best vinyl record store ‘Sick Records, Belfast‘.     A Girl […]

SWANS - TO RELEASE DELUXE 3 CD RELEASE OF FILTH – OUT 4 MAY
Gigs

SWANS – TO RELEASE DELUXE 3 CD RELEASE OF FILTH – OUT 4 MAY

April 27, 2015 XS Noize

The deluxe 3 CD edition of Filth will be released on 4 May 2015. This will be the definitive CD edition of Filth, featuring 3 newly remastered CDs – Filth, Body To Body & the […]

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