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        • The Veils
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          The Veils Return with New Album “Fragile World” — Hear “Lungs” and See UK Dates

          February 27, 2026

          Following the critically acclaimed release of ‘Asphodels’ in 2025, The Veils quickly return with a bold and invigorated new album titled ‘Fragile World’, out 19 June on V2 Records. The first single ‘Lungs’ is released […]

          Little Barrie
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          Little Barrie Announce ‘Gravity Freeze’ Out 22 May 2026 – Hear ‘More Bad Miles Of Road’

          February 26, 2026

          Little Barrie announce details of their new album Gravity Freeze, released Friday 22nd May 2026 on Easy Eye Sound. The trio, fronted by in-demand guitarist Barrie Cadogan, also have today shared the first single, ‘More […]

          Peter Gabriel
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          Peter Gabriel Announces 2003 Live Album ‘In The Big Room’ – Out March 13, 2026

          February 26, 2026

          Peter Gabriel will release the live album ‘In The Big Room’ on 13 March 2026. In The Big Room captures Peter Gabriel and band recorded live in the Big Room at Real World Studios on […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine - Hen’s Teeth
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Iron and Wine – Hen’s Teeth

          February 23, 2026

          Iron and Wine, the moniker of singer/songwriter Samuel Beam, is releasing his much anticipated follow up to 2024’s Light Verse at the end of February. Hen’s Teeth is a slightly darker sibling to Beam’s poetic […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing - A Short History Of Decay
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Nothing – A Short History Of Decay

          February 20, 2026

          Philadelphia shoegaze standard-bearers Nothing return in 2026 with A Short History Of Decay, a record that feels less like a reinvention and more like a reaffirmation of everything they’ve quietly perfected over the past decade […]

        • Book Reviews

          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 […]

        • Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre Credit Wiktoria Wolny
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins Unite for War Child at London’s Emerald Theatre

          February 26, 2026

          In the heart of London’s Embankment, the recently opened Emerald Theatre feels part The Great Gatsby, part Emerald City — lavish, theatrical and unapologetically opulent. The room glows in rich green tones and, with its […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London photos by Martin
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Of Monsters and Men Camden Roundhouse, London

          February 21, 2026

          Of Monsters and Men first broke through in 2010 after winning Músíktilraunir, Iceland’s annual Battle of the Bands. That early victory propelled the then-emerging collective onto the international stage, leading to a European Border Breakers […]

        • 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
        • Hans Zimmer
          Gigs

          Hans Zimmer: The ultimate fan’s guide

          August 27, 2025

          Hans Zimmer, the genius behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable scores, is back on tour with an electrifying live experience to share with his fans. From “Inception” to “Dune”, Zimmer is preparing to transform his soundscapes into […]

          Andrea Bocelli
          Gigs

          The ultimate fans guide to seeing Andrea Bocelli in Amsterdam

          August 21, 2025

          The Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, will be at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 29 and 30, 2026. The show will feature a mix of operatic tracks, pop songs, and classical repertoire. Bocelli is […]

          Eros Ramazzotti
          Gigs

          Eros Ramazzotti: Dates, venues, tickets and more

          August 18, 2025

          To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his breakout single, “Una Storia Importante”, Eros Ramazzotti will be performing live on some of the grandest stages across Europe, Latin America, and North America. Ramazzotti is a world-renowned […]

  • Interviews
        • 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 […]

          :Panic :Over
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: :Panic :Over Are Turning Northern Irish Indie Into a Global Sound

          October 16, 2025

          Neal McClelland meets the Northern Irish band whose anthemic sound is turning heads from Belfast to Tokyo. There’s something electric about catching a band right before liftoff — that mix of confidence, humour, and disbelief […]

  • Podcast
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          Podcast

          Archive’s Dave Pen on ‘Glass Minds’ and evolving after 30 years | XS Noize Podcast #272

          February 24, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band’s 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a […]

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271
          Podcast

          Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl | XS Noize Podcast #271

          February 17, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to revisit Howl — the band’s third album and a bold creative left turn […]

          Mark Shaw - Then Jerico | XS Noize Podcast #270
          Podcast

          Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return, legacy, and bringing the full band show to Ireland | XS Noize Podcast #270

          February 10, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the […]

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Richard Ashcroft
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Richard Ashcroft announces 3Arena Dublin show for May 2026

October 6, 2025 XS Noize

2025 has already been a phenomenal year for Richard Ashcroft. He has earned rapturous, stadium-wide receptions throughout his run of huge shows as special guest to Oasis, while his recent singles have generated great anticipation […]

Macklemore
Gigs

Macklemore Announces Highly Anticipated Return to Ireland with Two Summer Shows

February 17, 2025 XS Noize

Macklemore will make a highly anticipated return to Ireland with two dates this summer. The multi-platinum and grammy award-winning rapper has announced shows for St. Anne’ Park, Dublin on 4 June and Virgin Media Park, […]

AIR
News

French duo AIR announce special summer show under canvas at Fairview Park, Dublin – June 17, 2025

February 14, 2025 XS Noize

AIR have announced a summer show to take place under canvas at Fairview Park, Dublin on 17th June 2025, subject to licence. This will surely come as fantastic news for their Irish fans who were […]

NIN
Gigs

Nine Inch Nails Announce ‘Peel It Back Tour 2025’ Stop at Dublin’s 3Arena This June

January 22, 2025 XS Noize

Nine Inch Nails announced the Peel It Back Tour 2025 today, marking the band’s first live outing since 2022. Produced by Live Nation, the headline run will kick off on June 15 in Dublin at 3Arena, […]

Olivia Rodrigo
Gigs

Olivia Rodrigo announces her biggest Irish show yet for Dublin’s Marlay Park on 24 June 2025

November 12, 2024 XS Noize

3X GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo has announced her biggest Irish show yet for Dublin’s Marlay Park on 24 June 2025.  Less than four years since Olivia Rodrigo emerged to critical acclaim as a solo […]

Kneecap
Gigs

Global phenomenon Kneecap announce their biggest ever live show

October 28, 2024 XS Noize

Global phenomenon Kneecap announce their biggest ever live show for Dublin’s Fairview Park on 19 June 2025. Tickets €59.90 go on general sale this Saturday 2 November at 10am from ticketmaster.ie. Subject to licence. Live, […]

LIMP BIZKIT
Gigs

LIMP BIZKIT bring their Loserville tour to 3Arena, Dublin on 11 March 2025

October 21, 2024 XS Noize

LIMPBIZKIT are returning to the UK and Ireland with their live show in 2025 with the “LOSERVILLE 2025 with LIMPBIZKIT & Special Guests” tour. Kicking off on Saturday, 8 March, at OVO Hydro, Glasgow, the […]

Sløtface
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Sløtface Talks New Album ‘Film Buff’ and Gears Up for Irish Shows

September 19, 2024 Aaron Kavanagh

Formed by outcast high school students with similar music tastes in the small Norwegian city of Stavanger in 2013, the pop-punk band Sløtface have been on a perpetual increase of notoriety since they began releasing […]

James Blunt
Gigs

JAMES BLUNT announces 3Arena, Dublin show as part of his ‘Back To Bedlam’ 20th anniversary tour

September 11, 2024 XS Noize

James Blunt brings his ‘Back to Bedlam 20th Anniversary Tour’ live to 3Arena Dublin on 6th March 2025. This follows the news of his SOLD-OUT Dublin show at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, […]

LIVE REVIEW: Malaki at The Workmans Club, Dublin
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Malaki at The Workmans Club, Dublin

August 26, 2024 Aaron Kavanagh

Saturday, August 24th, 2024, was not a good day to be in the middle of Dublin City. The annual Aer Lingus College Football series brought the American football teams representing Georgia Tech and Florida State […]

Diljit Dosanjh
Gigs

DILJIT DOSANJH announces his highly anticipated Dil-luminati Tour at 3Arena, Dublin on 2 October 2024

July 26, 2024 XS Noize

Punjabi music mogul Diljit Dosanjh announces UK and Europe shows for the already historic Dil-Luminati Tour. Kicking off in Paris on Thursday, 19th September, with stops in Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, Dublin and London before continuing […]

U2
News

U2 announce the release of ZOO TV – Live In Dublin 1993 EP

July 25, 2024 XS Noize

Island Records and UMR today announce the release of ZOO TV – Live In Dublin 1993 EP, out Friday 30th August. The EP features five tracks from one of U2’s two legendary open-air performances at the […]

Sabrina Carpenter
Gigs

SABRINA CARPENTER announces the UK/European leg of her highly-anticipated Short n’ Sweet Tour

July 18, 2024 XS Noize

Sabrina Carpenter has today announced the UK/European leg of her wildly-anticipated Short n’ Sweet Tour. Short n’ Sweet Tour kicks off this September, with its 33 North American arena dates selling out immediately. Sabrina Carpenter […]

Becky Hill
Gigs

BECKY HILL announces 3 Arena, Dublin show for October 2024

July 2, 2024 XS Noize

After spending the summer smashing almost every major festival imaginable (Glastonbury,  Reading,  Leeds, TRNSMT, Creamfields, Longitude and a sold-out headline show in Virgin Media Park, Cork), Becky Hill  recently announced her first-ever UK Arena tour for October 2024 , selling upwards […]

Morgan Wallen
Gigs

Country music star MORGAN WALLEN announces headline show at 3Arena, Dublin

May 14, 2024 XS Noize

Morgan Wallen’s One Night At A Time 2024 tour, awarded Pollstar and Billboard’s 2023 Country Tour of the Year with over 2.4 million fans already holding tickets, returned in the U.S. last month with Billboard […]

Interpol
Gigs

INTERPOL celebrate seminal album ‘Antics’ with 20th anniversary show at 3Arena

April 8, 2024 XS Noize

To celebrate the anniversary of their seminal album Antics, Interpol has announced a Dublin date at the 3Arena on Sunday, 10 November, as part of their UK & Europe tour, playing the album in full. […]

The Black Keys
Gigs

THE BLACK KEYS announce headline show at 3Arena, Dublin

March 13, 2024 XS Noize

The Black Keys have announced their much-anticipated Irish return with a headline performance at 3Arena, Dublin, on Friday, May 3 2024. Tickets priced from €67.70 go on sale at 10 am this Friday via Ticketmaster.ie. […]

NICKI MINAJ
Gigs

NICKI MINAJ announces Dublin show at Malahide Castle on Saturday 6th, July

February 26, 2024 XS Noize

The one and only Queen of Hip-Hop, Nicki Minaj, has announced a Dublin show at Malahide Castle on Saturday 6th, July as part of her worldwide outing in 2024: Nicki Minaj Presents: Pink Friday 2 […]

Van Morrison
Gigs

VAN MORRISON announces shows in Belfast, Cork and Dublin this summer

February 22, 2024 XS Noize

Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet, and multi-instrumentalist widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest […]

Arcade Fire
Gigs

ARCADE FIRE Announce ‘Funeral’ 20th Anniversary Show at Malahide Castle, Dublin

February 8, 2024 XS Noize

Arcade Fire announces a unique concert event in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their seminal album, “Funeral”, at Dublin’s Malahide Castle on 7th July 2024. In what promises to be a memorable night for […]

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