The XS Noize Podcast

In episode #126 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Franco-British pianist and composer RIOPY to discuss his new album, THRIVE.

RIOPY came to music in an extraordinary and unusual way. Escaping to the UK following a childhood spent in an oppressive French cult, his fortunes changed when he was given an opportunity to study at Oxford Brookes University and then gifted a Steinway piano by Coldplay's Chris Martin, who recognised his need and potential. He has since channelled his troubled past – which included drug and alcohol abuse brought on by depression and anxiety – into his music, which now serves as a source of solace to millions around the world.

RIOPY's preceding trilogy of albums, RIOPY (2018), Tree of Light (2019) and Bliss (2021), have accumulated 600 million streams worldwide and achieved significant chart success, with more than 120 weeks for Tree of Light on the US's Billboard classical chart.

Lana Del Rey recently announced that she has adapted one of RIOPY's compositions. His meditative piano playing and melody will feature on a track on the American singer-songwriter's new album, Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd? When announcing the new album, the singer thanked RIOPY "for lending me your subtle piano compositions that are infused with melodies I only wish I could dream up". Details will be confirmed at a later date.

THRIVE marks the beginning of a new chapter for RIOPY. It will be the first of his albums to include strings alongside his evocative and powerful pianism, which has earned him an ever-increasing international following.

In this interview, RIOPY talks about writing and recording the album, Lana Del Rey using his music on her new album, live shows, meditation and lots more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/IBN3

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In episode #125 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan to talk about his first solo album 'The Reckoning.'

Nearly 3 years after departing Kasabian, Tom Meighan returns with The Reckoning, his first solo album, released on 28th April 2023. In this interview, Tom talks about writing and recording The Reckoning, how he feels about being a solo artist, his time in Kasabian, upcoming live shows, and lots more.

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In episode #124 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Graham Lambert from Madchester legends Inspiral Carpets.

Inspiral Carpets have released The Complete Singles, a brand new album compiling all of the Manchester band's 24 singles to date. The Complete Singles sees all of the band's singles remastered and available on one album for the first time. From 1988's Keep The Circle Around to their latest single, 2015's Let You Down featuring the unmistakable tones of John Cooper Clarke.

In this interview founder member, Graham Lambert talks about the compilation, the early days of the band, meeting Noel Gallagher, upcoming live shows, and lots more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HwM1

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In episode #123 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Cormac Neeson from the Irish rock band The Answer.

The Answer makes a spectacular and long-awaited return with Sundowners - their first new studio album in almost seven years. In this interview, Cormac Neeson talks about the band getting back together, Sundowners, their stolen gear, live shows and much more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HlXB

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In episode #122 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Jason Williamson from Sleaford Mods to talk about their new album UK GRIM out now on Rough Trade Records.

The album is the Nottingham duo's most dancefloor-friendly release to date, UK GRIM is an urgent and sage-like look at life, living and the gritty reality of our era.

In this interview, Jason talks about the new album, collaborating on songs with Jane's Addiction's creative powerhouse, Perry Farrell and Dave Navarro, and with Florence Shaw, from British band Dry Cleaning, their upcoming tour and much more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HhT4

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In episode #121 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Robert Robertson lead singer with Glasgow-based 4-piece, Tide Lines to talk about their new album 'An Ocean Full of Islands'

An Ocean Full of Islands' is the follow-up to the successful DIY release 'Eye of the Storm', which entered the charts at #12 in 2020 and only missed the Top 10 by a handful of sales. In this interview, Robert talks about the new album, chart success, songwriting, their UK tour and much more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HYTj

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In episode #120 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Nik Kershaw to talk about his upcoming 'No Glitz, Just Hitz' UK tour.

The No Glitz, Just Hitz tour will see Nik Kershaw perform 'up close and in your face', alongside his band. Fans will get to see Nik perform a variety of his much-loved hits, including 'Wouldn't It Be Good', 'The Riddle', 'I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me', 'Dancing Girls', 'Wide Boy', 'Human Racing', 'Don Quixote' and many others.

In this interview, Nik talks about the tour, his 80s imperial phase, Live Aid, songwriting and much more.

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In episode #119 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Danny Goffey, co-songwriter and founding member of British band Supergrass to talk about his third solo album Bryan Moone's Discopunk.

Danny Goffey has released his excellent third solo album Bryan Moone's Discopunk. The album is accompanied by a self-penned, limited-edition book about a day in the life of his fictional alter ego… Bryan Moone.

In this interview, Danny talks about the writing and recording of the album, his new book, Taylor Hawkins, Supergrass and much more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HKKs

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In episode #118 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with legendary Bros frontman Matt Goss who is returning to the musical stage following his recent appearance on Strictly Come Dancing and an 11-year Las Vegas residency, with brand new music and a major tour this year.

The UK tour, which begins in Croydon on 27th February and includes a date at the Royal Albert Hall in London, will feature Matt performing his biggest hits, new original music, and his tribute to one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Cole Porter in a dazzling new set of arrangements with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and 15pc MG Big Band. A new album with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will follow in June, which is being recorded at Abbey Road Studios.

In this interview, Matt talks about Bros, the upcoming tour, his new album, his relationship with his twin brother Luke Goss, and much more. Check out the article on XS Noize - https://bityl.co/HEdq

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In episode #117 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with EMF frontman James Atkin to talk about his 6th solo album 'Circadian Rhythms.'

James Atkin is responsible for singing one of the biggest hits of all-time – Unbelievable. With his band EMF. The song can still be found all over the airwaves, in blockbuster films and advertisements more than 30 years later. He went on to have massive success with EMF, clocking up a #1 American single, platinum album sales and a prestigious Ivor Novello nomination for songwriting.

In this interview, James Atkin talks about writing and recording Circadian Rhythms – the last EMF album Go Go Sapiens touring and lots more.

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