The XS Noize Podcast
The XS Noize Podcast is a dynamic weekly exploration of the music world hosted by Mark Millar, editor-in-chief of XS Noize. Through insightful and in-depth interviews with musicians, producers, and managers, the podcast delves into the heart of today’s music industry. Previous guests include Elbow, Crowded House, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, John Lydon, Nick Heyward, Steven Wilson, Matt Goss, Billy Nomates, Tom Meighan, Toyah Wilcox, Midge Ure, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, Sleaford Mods, The Brand New Heavies. & many more.
Episodes
In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by British pop icon Chesney Hawkes. Best known for his timeless hit ‘The One and Only’, Chesney talks about the momentum behind his new music — including the Radio 2 A-list success of ‘Get A Hold of Yourself’.
He dives into ...
In Episode #228 of the XS Noize Music Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by English singer-songwriter Will Varley to discuss his upcoming seventh album, Machines Will Never Learn To Make Mistakes Like Me, out 30th May 2025.
Recorded in a ramshackle Kent swamp studio with longtime collaborator Tom Farrer, the album introduces a bold new sound, pairing lush, cinematic production with Varley’s trademark storytelling. Inspired by the ...
XS Noize Podcast Episode #227: Sea Fever – Phil Cunningham, Tom Chapman, and Beth Cassidy on Surface Sound, Musical Chemistry, and Honouring Denise Johnson
In Episode #227 of the XS Noize ...
In Episode 226 of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar chats with writer and director Matt Aston about Reception: The Wedding Present Musical — a brand new stage production inspired by the music of David Gedge, The Wedding Present, and Cinerama.
The show, running from August 22 – September 6...
In Episode 225 of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Olly Knights, frontman of the acclaimed South London band Turin Brakes.
With seven UK Top 40 singles, six Top 40 albums, and over a million records sold worldwide, Read more
In this episode of the XS Noize Music Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Paul Connolly, frontman of incendiary Derry alt-rock band The Wood Burning Savages, to discuss their explosive new album ‘Hand To Mouth’.
Renowned for their guitar-driven political rock and blistering live performances, the band returns with their long-awaited second album — the powerful follow-up to their 2018 debut ‘Stability’, which beat out the likes o...
On this week’s episode of the XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by acclaimed singer-songwriter David Gray to discuss the early...
Acclaimed British singer-songwriter Tom Hickox joins Mark Millar on the latest episode of the XS Noize Music Podcast to delve into his highly anticipated third album, The Orchestra of Stories, out 25 April 2025 via Family Tree Records.
Marking his return after a four-year hiatus, Hickox unveils a sweeping, cinematic collection of songs that fuse myth, memory, history, and heart. In this in-depth conversation, he discusses the emoti...
In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar chats with Saint Leonard—the visionary artist formerly known as Kieran Leonard—about the extraordinary journey that led to his third and most ambitious album, The Golden Hour.
From recording his debut, Good Luck Everybody, at Stanley Kubrick’s historic home to headlining sold-out shows at London’s The Windmill and ...
In this explosive new episode of The XS Noize Music Podcast, host Mark Millar welcomes back punk rock legend John Lydon — best known as Johnny Rotten, frontman of the iconic Sex Pistols and founder of the groundbreaking Public Image Ltd (PiL).
Now making his third appearance on the podcast, Lydon returns with even more fire. He reflects on his influential career and opens up about deeply personal moments.
In this episode, John Lydo...
In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with Will Sergeant, the legendary guitarist of Echo & The Bunnymen, to discuss his pioneering contributions to post-punk and alternative music.
Will’s distinctive guitar sound helped shape timeless albums like Crocodiles, Heaven Up Here, and Ocean Rain, influencing generations of musicians with his atmospheric, hypnotic, and cinematic playing style.
Beyond his work...
In episode #219 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with Simon Fowler, the legendary frontman of Ocean Colour Scene, to discuss the band's incredible legacy, upcoming UK tour, acoustic shows, and exciting new music.
As one of the most successful and influential bands of the Britpop era, Ocean Colour Scene achieved three consecutive Top 5 albums—Moseley Shoals (1996), Marchin’ Already (1997), and One From The Modern ...
In episode #218 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougall, the duo behind The WAEVE. Known for their cinematic blend o...
In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar interviews Dave Pen, one-half of the anthemic electro-prog duo We Are Bodies and a key member of Archive and
In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with Gary Kemp—legendary songwriter, guitarist, and Spandau Ballet co-founder—to discuss his highly anticipated third solo album, This Dest...
In this episode of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Andy Burrows from Razorlight about their highly anticipated new album, Planet Nowhere, and the revealing documentary Fall to Pieces.
Razorlight helped define the indie-rock sound of the e...
In Episode #214 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks with Finn Andrews, the acclaimed frontman of The Veils, about their seventh studio album, ‘Asp...
In Episode #213 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar sits down with Andy and Jez Williams of DOVES to discuss their long-awaited new album, Constellations For Th...
In Episode #212 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with ex-Kaiser Chiefs drummer and songwriter Nick Hodgson about the debut album from his new band, Everyone Says Hi.
Marking an exciting new chapter for Hodgson, Everyone Says Hi sees him stepping into the spotlight alongside a stellar lineup: Pete Denton (bass), Glenn Moule (drums), Ben Gordon (keyboards), and Tom Dawson (guitar). With members hailing from bands like ...
In Episode #211 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks with James and Jack Yates from Pastel to discuss their mesmerising debut album, Souls in Motion.
Manchester's Pastel have built a formidable reputation on their terms, achieving #1 and #2 positions on the Official Vinyl Singles Chart with their two EPs and earning a coveted invitation to support the legendary Liam Gallagher at his iconic Knebworth Park show. Now, the ...
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