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October 21, 2021 #56. Dave Hause discusses his fifth studio album Blood Harmony
In episode #56 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Daniel Lynch catches up with American singer-songwriter Dave Hause to talk about his fifth studio album Blood Harmony.
The album is an accomplished collection of tracks written during Zoom sessions with his brother Tim and recorded in Nashville with a group of musicians Hause lauds as the "cream of the crop". Significantly, it's also the first album he's releasing through his own label and his first since becoming a father.
29 min
October 16, 2021 #55. DMA'S guitarist Johnny Took on their recent surprise EP & UK and Ireland tour
In episode #55 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with DMA'S guitarist Johnny Took to talk about their UK and Ireland tour, songwriting and their recent surprise EP 'I Love You Unconditionally, Sure Am Going To Miss You'. This will see DMA'S embark upon the biggest UK tour from an international artist since COVID hit. The band have already sold over 60,000 tickets for the tour, which includes two of the biggest shows of their career to date at London's prestigious Alexandra Palace and the huge M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool.
Listen to episode #55 of The XS Noize Music Podcast with Johnny Took
30 min
October 07, 2021 #54. Shaun Ryder on his new solo album 'Visits From Future Technology'
In episode #54 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with music legend Shaun Ryder to talk about his new solo album Visits From Future Technology, Celebrity Gogglebox, Happy Mondays, Black Grape and loads more. Who would have that in 2021 that Shaun Ryder would have become a National Treasure, one of the greatest living Englishmen and UK music's great survivors? The Happy Mondays were game-changers, Black Grape were a celebration and his endless TV work and books have now cemented his iconic status.
37 min
September 24, 2021 #53. She Drew The Gun, Louisa Roach on new album 'Behave Myself'
In episode #53 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with She Drew The Gun, songwriter Louisa Roach. Louisa talks about her third album 'Behave Myself' the follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Revolution Of Mind', which was named among BBC 6 Music's Albums Of The Year. Under the moniker She Drew The Gun, songwriter Louisa Roach began by playing solo gigs around Liverpool, she quickly caught the attention of The Coral's James Skelly who she began working with at Skeleton Key Records, recruiting band members along the way.
23 min
September 10, 2021 #52. Saint Etienne's Pete Wiggs talks about 10th studio release, 'I've Been Trying To Tell You'
In episode #52 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Pete Wiggs from London trio Saint Etienne. Pete talks about Saint Etienne's 10th studio release, 'I've Been Trying To Tell You' - an album about optimism, youth and the late nineties. It is accompanied by a sumptuous film by the same name directed by acclaimed photographer Alasdair McLellan.
30 min
September 01, 2021 #51. Larkin Poe discuss 'Paint The Roses: Live In Concert', their collaboration with innovative hybrid orchestra Nu Deco Ensemble
In episode #51 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Megan and Rebecca from Grammy-nominated roots-rock duo Larkin Poe.
Megan and Rebecca talk about the new album 'Paint The Roses: Live In Concert', their collaboration with innovative hybrid orchestra Nu Deco Ensemble, released on September 17th.
23 min
August 23, 2021 #50. Wings Of Desire discuss their new EP, 'Amun-Ra'
In episode #50 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Chloe and James of Wings Of Desire to talk about their fantastic new EP Amun-Ra. Amun-Ra moves on from the observant nature of debut EP End Of An Age and into a more inwardly focused journey of self-discovery. It is named after the ancient Egyptian deity, the transcendental creator of the universe and the god of light. It represents unlimited and boundless freedom. It explores the trappings of time, ageing, and looks back with a nostalgic glow on past misdealings and successes. Amun-Ra leaves breadcrumbs for anyone growing up and asking the big existential questions on life, lighting the way for the disenfranchised.
Sonically the EP continues the exploration of 60s pop songwriting, noise rock, and euphoric atmospherics, and lifts it into new horizons. Produced by the band and mixed by kindred spirit Vincent Cacchione (Caged Animals). It includes both 'Choose A Life', and 'Better Late Than Never'.
44 min
August 12, 2021 #49. Mark Lanegan on Dark Mark vs. Skeleton Joe his new collaborative project with Joe Cardamone
In episode #49 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Lee Campbell catches up with Mark Lanegan to discuss Dark Mark vs Skeleton Joe, his collaborative project with The Icarus Line frontman, Joe Cardamone, his recent autobiography, moving to Ireland and much more. A project born from mutual respect, Dark Mark vs Skeleton Joe mines electronic music and unearths an experimental sound for Mark Lanegan and Joe Cardamone. A prolific artist and author, Lanegan has collaborated with many bands and musicians, including UNKLE, Neko Case, The Duke Spirit, Humanist and Queens of the Stone Age, among many others.
24 min
August 07, 2021 #48. Tito Jackson discusses his music career & new album, 'Under Your Spell'
In episode #48 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with music legend Tito Jackson to discuss his debut Blues album, Under Your Spell, The Jackson 5, his brother Michael Jackson and much more. The California-based Jackson is supported on the album by many special guests, including George Benson, Joe Bonamassa, Marlon Jackson, Eddie Levert, Kenny Neal, Bobby Rush and Stevie Wonder, who all add their special talents to the proceedings. Above it all, though, Tito Jackson's innate abilities as a singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer and arranger shine through brilliantly, creating a spectacular record.
28 min
July 30, 2021 #47. Ben Cura on debut E.P. 'Extended Play No.1'
In episode #47 of The XS Noize Music Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Argentine-born actor, writer, and director Ben Cura who is known for his work on various film, TV, and stage productions, including Netflix's 'Marcella', '15 Minutes of War', 'Gatecrash' and his award-winning directorial debut 'Creditors'. Ben has just released his debut E.P. Extended Play No.1. and later in the year, the original motion picture soundtrack for an upcoming feature film.
41 min

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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.