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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
          News

          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 […]

  • Reviews
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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 […]

        • 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

          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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A selection of music videos/video interviews of bands and artists. Exclusively premiered here on XS Noize

Elizabeth
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Elizabeth – Sweet Connection

August 9, 2022 Randall Radic

Pop singer-songwriter Elizabeth unveils her new single/music video, “Sweet Connection.” Produced by and co-written with Alice Ivy, the song is about the fear of falling in love too fast. “Sweet Connection” is the second of […]

No King No Crown & Broken Forest
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Broken Forest & No King No Crown – Out Into The Wild

July 25, 2022 XS Noize

A true organic breath of fresh air – Broken Forest is the music project of songwriter, singer and producer Luise London. Since she was a young child, Luise has had a great passion for nature […]

ColdWards – Whirlwind
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VIDEO PREMIERE: ColdWards – Whirlwind

July 22, 2022 Randall Radic

Houston, Texas-based rock outfit ColdWards unveils their new music video, “Whirlwind,” an appetizer for their forthcoming album, Bloodwork, slated to drop later this summer via Wake Up! Music Rocks. Made up of drummer Paul Crosby […]

Mike Badger - Beatin' a Path (To Your Door)
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Mike Badger – Beatin’ a Path (To Your Door)

July 22, 2022 XS Noize

Mike Badger formed The La’s in the mid-eighties leaving just before they signed to Go! Discs, he went on to form The Onset releasing albums on Liverpool’s Probe Plus label and touring the UK and […]

Jackson Mico Milas
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Jackson Mico Milas – White Noise

July 22, 2022 XS Noize

Accomplished musician and composer Jackson Mico Milas unveils his debut album this November. ‘Blu Terra’ brings together eleven tender and emotive compositions and finds the British artist hitting his stride. New single ‘White Noise’ follows […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Deaf Radio - Quicksand
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Deaf Radio – Quicksand

July 19, 2022 XS Noize

With their latest release added to All New Rock on Spotify, Deaf Radio return with the 3rd single from their upcoming album, revealing an alternate side to the high-energy act. Quicksand proves its name to […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: El Misti - Sad & Blue
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VIDEO PREMIERE: El Misti – Sad & Blue

July 6, 2022 XS Noize

‘The Ramblings of a Drunken Band EP’ is the new extended-release from Liverpool/Cheshire collective El Misti, consisting of two brand new tracks plus outtakes from both previous albums, 2020’s self-titled debut ‘El Misti’ and 2021’s […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sisteria – Hunger
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sisteria – Hunger

June 23, 2022 Randall Radic

Norman, Oklahoma doesn’t customarily come to mind when contemplating psychedelic rock bands until you hear psych-rock outfit Sisteria, who unveils the music video for “Hunger,” a track from their upcoming debut album, Dark Matter, slated […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: British Singer-Songwriter Lissy Taylor shares new single ‘She’s A Stunner’
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VIDEO PREMIERE: British Singer-Songwriter Lissy Taylor shares new single ‘She’s A Stunner’

June 23, 2022 XS Noize

On June 24th, British, singer-songwriter, Lissy Taylor releases her impassioned indie-pop offering ‘She’s A Stunner’, produced by Gareth Nutall (Frank Turner, Lottery Winners, The K’s). The accompanying self-directed music video lands the same day and […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Segiri shares the official video for her new single 'Silence Speaks'
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Segiri shares the official video for her new single ‘Silence Speaks’

June 21, 2022 XS Noize

Segiri’s previous single ‘Undone’ pushed the rising dance-pop artist to the next level, earning her KISS FM airtime from the influential TCTS alongside extensive radio play in Germany while also racing up the Swiss dance […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dillon -
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Dillon – <3core

June 16, 2022 XS Noize

Brazilian-born artist Dillon is back after five years – On her fourth album, 6abotage, produced by Greek-German producer Alexis Troy, Dillon has created a powerful sound sphere one can hardly restrain from. The first single, […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Jenny JAM - My Letter To You
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Jenny JAM – My Letter To You

June 15, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

We all say or express hurtful things to others and have them said or expressed to us in some way or another. Jenny JAM is familiar with the latter of the two all too well […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Batavia Collective - Propulsion
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Batavia Collective – Propulsion

June 10, 2022 XS Noize

Indonesian trio Batavia Collective follow up their stunning debut single, ‘Affirmation’, with another dazzling production and display of musical mastery. On ‘Propulsion’, the Jakarta based threesome of Doni Joesran, Elfa Zulham and Kenny Gabriel surge […]

bby ivy
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VIDEO PREMIERE: bby ivy – Losing Sleep

June 9, 2022 XS Noize

Norwegian now LA-based alternative-pop singer-songwriter bby ivy is back with her new single ‘Losing Sleep’ released via FRTYFVE Records. Having released a string of singles and EPs since 2020, bby ivy has leapt to millions […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Pony Girl - Age of Anxious
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Pony Girl – Age of Anxious

June 8, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

With their LP Enny One Wil Love You set to drop on October 14, Ottawa-Hull based indie-rock band Pony Girl are offering up the first taste of what fans both old and new can expect […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Stefano May – False Horizon
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Stefano May – False Horizon

June 7, 2022 Randall Radic

Piano virtuoso and admired LGBTQ+ singer-songwriter Stefano May unveils his music video, “False Horizon,” a song about finding your inner peace. Stefano explains, “When I came up with the idea to write ‘False Horizon,’ I […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: A Fragile Tomorrow - All Signs To Amsterdam
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VIDEO PREMIERE: A Fragile Tomorrow – All Signs To Amsterdam

June 2, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

On July 15th, A Fragile Tomorrow will drop their new album ‘It’s Better That Way’. In the meantime, the band are getting fans excited for the collection by unveiling their latest single, “All Signs To […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Astrologer - Deténte
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Astrologer – Deténte

June 2, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

The last year or so has proven to be a big one for Astrologer, the musical project of talented song-writer Andrew Cameron Cline, with Candy Caballero working alongside him as a lead and backup vocalist […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: The Magic Epic - Take On Me (The Magic Epic version) 2
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VIDEO PREMIERE: The Magic Epic – Take On Me (The Magic Epic version)

May 27, 2022 XS Noize

Growing up, Toby Juan AKA The Magic Epic loved the famous A-Ha single ‘Take On Me’, so this has always been a goal for him to release his version and put his own spin on […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Plain Mister Smith - Flawed Diamonds
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Plain Mister Smith – Flawed Diamonds

May 27, 2022 XS Noize

Indie-Folk enigma Plain Mister Smith recently released his debut album ‘I’m Just Plain Mister Smith’. The brainchild of Vancouver based multi-instrumentalist, composer and all-around quirky ideas man Mark Jowett, Plain Mister Smith has already established […]

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