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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
          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 […]

          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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          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 […]

  • 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 […]

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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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U2 REVEAL ‘SONGS OF INNOCENCE’ AT APPLE EVENT AND GIVE IT AWAY FREE !

September 9, 2014 XS Noize

Earlier in the evening U2.com subscribers received an email saying “Ok, we’re not going to play all innocent. Those rumours about new songs ? Some of them were not entirely unfounded. What are we on […]

SIOUXSIE & THE BANSHEES REISSUES OF THEIR FINAL FOUR STUDIO ALBUMS ANNOUNCED
New Music

SIOUXSIE & THE BANSHEES REISSUES OF THEIR FINAL FOUR STUDIO ALBUMS ANNOUNCED

September 9, 2014 XS Noize

The Final Four Studio Albums Expanded with Bonus and Unreleased Tracks Remastered from the Original Multi-Track Tapes Extensive New Sleevenotes Siouxsie & The Banshees reissue their last 4 studio albums, all as remastered packages with […]

THE ANCHORESS 'ONE FOR SORROW' EP NOVEMBER 3RD RELEASE 1
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THE ANCHORESS ‘ONE FOR SORROW’ EP NOVEMBER 3RD RELEASE

September 8, 2014 XS Noize

The Anchoress has announced the release of the One For Sorrow EP on November 3rd 2014 via Hiraeth/PIAS. The EP will be available as a 12” vinyl from all good record stores, digital download (with […]

THE SCENES 2ND ALBUM 'BEIGE' OUT ON OCTOBER 27TH
New Music

THE SCENES 2ND ALBUM ‘BEIGE’ OUT ON OCTOBER 27TH

September 8, 2014 XS Noize

An experimental band barely out of their teens, The Scenes out of Oulu, Northern Finland, are something between art pop, hardcore punk and progressive rock. They possess a seemingly peculiar collective character yet it’s impossible […]

THE RENTALS RELEASE 'LOST IN ALPHAVILLE' ON SEPTEMBER 21ST IN THE UK
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THE RENTALS RELEASE ‘LOST IN ALPHAVILLE’ ON SEPTEMBER 21ST IN THE UK

September 8, 2014 XS Noize

The Rentals have signed to Polyvinyl Records to release their first full-length album in fifteen years, Lost In Alphaville, on August 25th (US) and September 21st (UK) The album, which was recorded in Los Angeles, […]

KAREN O - CRUSH SONGS
Album Reviews

KAREN O – CRUSH SONGS

September 8, 2014 David McElroy

Yeah Yeah Yeahs‘ album ‘It’s Blitz‘ remains one of my favourite albums of recent years. The band’s change from what you might call traditional indie to a synth lead riot of tracks like Heads Will […]

Interpol - Elpintor
Album Reviews

INTERPOL – EL PINTOR

September 7, 2014 Lori Gava

In 2010 the odds were long on there being another Interpol album. Carlos Dengler, bassist and major contributor to the band had left. The remaining members had moved on to various side projects. Lead singer […]

SIMPLE MINDS RELEASE NEW SONG AND VIDEO 'BLINDFOLDED'
New Music

SIMPLE MINDS RELEASE NEW SONG AND VIDEO ‘BLINDFOLDED’

September 5, 2014 XS Noize

Simple Minds have released a brand new song and video today ‘Blindfolded’, the song has already been played live this year. Some background on the song courtesy of simpleminds.org and song lyrics. First mentioned as […]

HANDS LIKE HOUSES DEBUT NEW TRACK 'RECOLLECT' (SHAPESHIFTERS)'
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HANDS LIKE HOUSES DEBUT NEW TRACK ‘RECOLLECT’ (SHAPESHIFTERS)’

September 5, 2014 XS Noize

Critically acclaimed HANDS LIKE HOUSES have debuted a new track, “recollect (Shapeshifters),” from their forthcoming Reimagine EP, which is scheduled for release on September 16, 2014 via Rise Records. The five song EP offers alternative […]

DEBUT RELEASE FOR AXXON N 'HEAL' OUT OCTOBER 13TH
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DEBUT RELEASE FOR AXXON N ‘HEAL’ OUT OCTOBER 13TH

September 5, 2014 XS Noize

Little is known about AxxoN N apart from the fact that this debut recording has been constructed over the last 4 years in the UK. Drawing on the surrounding popular culture that is the early […]

GRASS ON THE SUN RELEASE SELF TITLED EP
New Music

GRASS ON THE SUN RELEASE SELF TITLED EP

September 5, 2014 XS Noize

Grass on the Sun – Alessandro Hicks on vocals and electric guitar, Gabriele Sancho on drum machine, bass, sounds – are a psych-gaze/space rock duo from Massa, Italy. Their music makes a clear reference to […]

COLD SPECKS - NEUROPLASTICITY
Album Reviews

COLD SPECKS – NEUROPLASTICITY

September 5, 2014 David McElroy

Cold Specks second album, Neuroplasticity, by Montreal based Al Spx is a fairly unsatisfying beast. Debut album I Predict A Graceful Explosion was a fascinating debut featuring outstanding tracks such as The Mark, but Neuroplasticity […]

APHEX TWIN NEW ALBUM 'SYRO' OUT SEPTEMBER 22nd
New Music

LISTEN TO APHEX TWIN ‘SYRO’ ALBUM TRACK ‘MINIPOPS 67’

September 4, 2014 XS Noize

Heard for the first time on Radio 1’s Zane Lower last night, we can now listen to the album track minipops 67 [120.2][source field mix] This is the first Aphex Twin song for 13 years […]

THE WANDS SHARE NEW VIDEO 'SOUND OF THE MACHINE' & ANNOUNCE NEW LIVE DATES
New Music

THE WANDS SHARE NEW VIDEO ‘SOUND OF THE MACHINE’ & ANNOUNCE NEW LIVE DATES

September 4, 2014 XS Noize

Danish song writing duo The Wands return this autumn with brand new offering ‘Sound of The Machine’, a brand new single that precedes the band’s forthcoming November UK live stint. The duo, comprised of childhood […]

PRAWN to join GNARWOLVES and PUBLIC DOMAIN on winter EU/UK tour
New Music

PRAWN to join GNARWOLVES and PUBLIC DOMAIN on winter EU/UK tour

September 3, 2014 XS Noize

Following on from the release of their acclaimed new album ‘Kingfisher’, Prawn are now set to storm the EU/UK, supporting Gnarwolves on their biggest tour to date! The winter tour is set to start on […]

NEW U2 ALBUM TO BE PRELOADED ON TO IPHONE 6
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NEW U2 ALBUM TO BE PRELOADED ON TO IPHONE 6

September 3, 2014 XS Noize

U2 fans are going crazy across the internet today about the latest U2 album rumours. a writer from RT.com, posted “U2’s new album will come pre loaded on the iPhone 6… Expect a promotion onslaught […]

THESE REIGNING DAYS STREAM NEW SINGLE 'THRONES'
New Music

THESE REIGNING DAYS STREAM NEW SINGLE ‘THRONES’

September 3, 2014 XS Noize

Two years of continual touring will make or break a band. For Devon’s These Reigning Days it looks to be the former. Life on the road seemingly suits this ambitious trio, having recently enjoyed support […]

CURRENTLY LISTENING TO MIXTAPE #1 2
New Music

CURRENTLY LISTENING TO… MIX TAPE #3

September 2, 2014 XS Noize

Welcome to XS Noize MixTape #3, this is a taster of what we have been mostly listening to this week. Featuring: New Order, Philip Selway, White Male Actors,Blossoms and more!

NEW ORDER SIGN WITH MUTE
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NEW ORDER SIGN WITH MUTE

September 2, 2014 XS Noize

New Order are very pleased to announce they have signed a worldwide deal with Mute, and that their next release will be on the legendary independent label. Speaking about the signing Daniel Miller explains: “This […]

LISTEN TO TRENTEMOLLER 'COME UNDONE' TOYDRUM REMIX
New Music

LISTEN TO TRENTEMOLLER ‘COME UNDONE’ TOYDRUM REMIX

September 1, 2014 XS Noize

Today marks the release of Trentemøller’s ‘Lost Reworks’ EP, and Toydrum are among a handful of guest remixers to reinterpret key tracks from the Copenhagen based producer’s acclaimed opus ‘Lost’. Toydrum (Pablo Clements & James […]

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