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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
          Album Reviews

          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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          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          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 […]

        • 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: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          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 […]

  • 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
          Gigs

          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 […]

  • Podcast
        • 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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PLAYING MARS - Share new track ‘Burning Desire’ - Listen
New Music

PLAYING MARS – Share new track ‘Burning Desire’ – Listen

April 20, 2015 XS Noize

The enigmatic duo made up of Jeff Shapiro and Angelique Lihou, aka ‘Playing Mars’ are hitting the high notes with new track ‘Burning Desire’. The newly formed two-piece are set to release the stunningly eerie […]

JACCO GARDNER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM, 'HYPNOPHOBIA', OUT MAY 4TH
Track Of The Day

JACCO GARDNER – shares new track ‘Hypnophobia’ – Listen

April 20, 2015 XS Noize

Dutch multi-instrumentalist Jacco Gardner is set to a cast a majestic and hypnotic psychedelic spell by sharing the title and driving track, Hypnophobia, from his brilliant second album, released 4th May on Full Time Hobby. […]

COURTNEY BARNETT - Live at The Cambridge Junction 1
Live Reviews

COURTNEY BARNETT – Live at The Cambridge Junction

April 17, 2015 Thomas S. Day

The top of the stage is draped with a curtain like fabric giving the impression that Courtney Barnett and her support acts, Fraser A Gorman and Spring King are playing from their living room. Fraser […]

THE CAVE CHILDREN - Release debut album 'Quasiland' - listen to track
New Music

THE CAVE CHILDREN – Release debut album ‘Quasiland’ – listen to track

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Two years have passed since their creation. Two years full of recordings and live performances and The Cave Children are now ready to release their first album, entitled ‘Quasiland’. Situated over the liminal path, ‘Cave […]

FICTION - TO RELEASE THE LIMITED EDITION EP 'INSTANT MEMORIES' ON JUNE 1st
New Music

FICTION – TO RELEASE THE LIMITED EDITION EP ‘INSTANT MEMORIES’ ON JUNE 1st

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

London-based Fiction are to release their limited edition EP ‘Instant Memories’ in June as they put the finishing touches to their second album. The EP consists of 5 tracks, all of which display Fiction’s finesse […]

FLO MORRISSEY - Shares 'Pages Of Gold' Video, Single, and Dublin Date
Gigs

FLO MORRISSEY – Shares ‘Pages Of Gold’ Video, Single, and Dublin Date

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Flo Morrissey releases the video for her debut single, Pages of Gold, (out on 7” on 13th April). The 20 year old Londoner, who is preparing to release her debut album this summer, will follow […]

NAI HARVEST - stream new album "Hairball" in full - Listen
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NAI HARVEST – stream new album “Hairball” in full – Listen

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Sheffield two-piece Nai Harvest have premiered their new album, “Hairball”, in full, you can listen below The album will be released on April 28th on Topshelf Records and is already picking up accolades. Hairball, the […]

ALLUSONDRUGS - Announce Further UK Dates & Festival Appearances
Gigs

ALLUSONDRUGS – Announce Further UK Dates & Festival Appearances

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Allusondrugs today announced an additional brace of UK shows to add to the already extensive touring in 2015 that the band has under its collective belt. The added shows include a handful of headline dates […]

WOLF ALICE -  REVEAL NEW SINGLE 'BROS' - Listen
New Music

WOLF ALICE – REVEAL NEW SINGLE ‘BROS’ – Listen

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Following on from their sold-out UK tour, London’s Wolf Alice are sharing new single ‘Bros’ – the second track to be revealed from their debut album, My Love Is Cool, due June 22nd on Dirty […]

TAME IMPALA: First Official Single "'Cause I'm A Man" Shared TODAY! - Listen
New Music

TAME IMPALA – Perform “Let It Happen” on Conan! – Watch

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Off the heels of a now legendary performance at the first weekend of this year’s Coachella Valley and Music Festival where the Los Angeles Times reviewed, “it confirmed the whole reason why we’re here,” Tame […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: NORTHERN AMERICAN - 'ELYSIAN' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: NORTHERN AMERICAN – ‘Modern Phenomena’ – Listen

April 17, 2015 XS Noize

Los Angeles quartet Northern American have announced their debut album, Modern Phenomena, which will arrive May 18 on Heist Or Hit Records and premiered the title track which was recorded at Red Rockets Glare studio in […]

INDEPENDENT'S DAY! - RECORD STORE DAY IS COMING 2
Features

INDEPENDENT’S DAY! – RECORD STORE DAY IS COMING

April 16, 2015 Kenny Murdock

On Saturday, 18th April 2015, a few local stores will take part in World Record Store Day. Originally started in America in 2007, and described by Universal Music Sales Manager, Marc Fayd’herbe, as “the single […]

IDLEWILD – EVERYTHING EVER WRITTEN
New Music

IDLEWILD – release video for ‘Every Little Means Trust’ starring Jay Baruchel!

April 16, 2015 XS Noize

Idlewild have released the video for their forthcoming single Every Little Means Trust, starring Canadian actor and writer Jay Baruchel (How To Train Your Dragon, This Is The End). Every Little Means Trust is the […]

OHHMS  - return to tectonic action with the vast ‘Cold’
New Music

OHHMS – return to tectonic action with the vast ‘Cold’

April 16, 2015 XS Noize

OHHMS have had a monumental year since the release of their debut EP ‘Bloom’ in 2014. Whilst this may sound over-the-top, there are indisputable facts. That record was constructed of two songs, clocking in at […]

PALACE: SHARE ‘KILORAN,’ FIRST SINGLE FROM FORTHCOMING EP
New Music

PALACE: SHARE ‘KILORAN,’ FIRST SINGLE FROM FORTHCOMING EP

April 16, 2015 XS Noize

London-based band Palace are excited to share ‘Kiloran,’ the new single from their forthcoming EP ‘Chase The Light,’ which is released on June 8th via Beatnik Creative / Fiction Records. The track is available to […]

TRACK OF THE DAY - MAN & THE ECHO - 'Honeysucker' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY – MAN & THE ECHO – ‘Honeysucker’ – Listen

April 16, 2015 XS Noize

Man & The Echo are a band from the North West of England who make unique pop music. They signed to legendary A&R man James Endeacott’s rejuvenated 1965 label in November 2014 and, having been […]

COURTNEY BARNETT Releases New Video & Shares Details of Record Store Day Release
New Music

COURTNEY BARNETT Releases New Video & Shares Details of Record Store Day Release

April 15, 2015 XS Noize

Courtney Barnett has released the devastatingly beautiful and poignant video for “Kim’s Caravan” from the debut album Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit, an album which recently debuted at number 10 […]

MODERN FAMILY UNIT: ready to revitalise modern New Wave with single  ‘Mmm mmm mm aah’
New Music

MODERN FAMILY UNIT – Share ‘Mmh Mmh Aahh’ (Mark Reeders Eyy & Aarrgghh Radio Rmx) – Listen

April 15, 2015 XS Noize

Manchester based duo Gary Hilton and Steve Southern are a songwriting duo who know how to make an impact. Marrying the classic 80s sounds of the New Wave to contemporary production values, their groove led, […]

bis - I Love bis Record Store Day Release 1
New Music

bis – I Love bis Record Store Day Release

April 15, 2015 XS Noize

Beloved electro-punk band bis return with a very special deluxe, limited edition (1000 copies worldwide), Record Store day double LP package on red vinyl, which combines all the early, hard-to-find EP’s, from 1994’s debut “Transmissions […]

INNER TONGUE -  Premiere New Video For 'Fallen Empire' - Watch
New Music

INNER TONGUE – Premiere New Video For ‘Fallen Empire’ – Watch

April 15, 2015 XS Noize

What does a musician do when they’re forced to spend months in absolute, total silence? In the case of Inner Tongue, they simply continue on as before: writing lyrics, harmonies and melodies, working on perfect […]

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