In Episode #188 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Hifi Sean, one-half of Hifi Sean and David McAlmont, about their new album Daylight. Hifi Sean & David McAlmont proudly present their sophomore album Daylight, an exhilarating suite of twelve songs which celebrates, expresses and explores the colours of summer. It will be the first of two albums from the duo, with the nocturnal sister album Twilight released in early 2025. The record glows with confidence and vigour, featuring a decadent mix of club sounds, gospel, new wave, synth-pop, and soul. A rush of tracks ..read more

In Episode #187 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Dougie Payne from Travis about their new album L.A. Times. Glasgow’s multiple BRIT and Ivor Novello-winning songwriting giants Travis return with their tenth studio album, L.A. Times, which the band describe as their most personal album since The Man Who. In this interview, Travis bassist Dougie Payne talks about the writing and recording of the new album, his favourite Travis songs, their upcoming Raze The Bar Tour and lots more.  Listen to episode #187 of The XS Noize Podcast with Dougie Payne – BELOW: Listen via Y ..read more

In Episode #186 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to multi-instrumentalist Rob Marshall about the second Humanist album, On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World, out 26th July via Bella Union. On the Edge of a Lost and Lonely World showcases the vocal talents of several iconic artists, including Dave Gahan (Depeche Mode), Tim Smith (Harp), Isobel Campbell, Ed Harcourt, James Allan (Glasvegas), Peter Hayes (Black Rebel Motorcycle Club), Carl Hancox Rux, and more. This choice cast navigate a masterful expansion of the Humanist sound world, broadening and deepening the ter ..read more

In Episode #185 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Northern Irish Songstress Janet Devlin. Janet Devlin recently returned with her powerful new country-rock single, ‘Emotional Rodeo.’ Later this year, she will release her latest album, bearing the same name. Facing her battles with Borderline Personality Disorder and bipolar disorder, Janet captures the essence of what it’s like to love fiercely and fearlessly despite the challenges that come with it. Emotional Rodeo is a reflection of the soaring highs and plunging lows of living - and loving - with BPD, and she hopes it reso ..read more

In Episode #184 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to singer/songwriter and indie-dance pop icon Lisa Moorish about her new album, Divine Chaos. This is Moorish's first new music in 20 years, released on the sister label to Irvine Welsh's Jack Said What imprint. Lisa wanted to work with a female co-producer on this new album and teamed up with Zoe Devlin Love (Alabama 3). Renowned producer Steve Mac brought an extra dimension to the collection's tougher electronic beats. Together, they have delivered many flavours—from dance-influenced tracks to indie electronica—amalgamating Lis ..read more

In Episode #182 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to renowned Pop Artist Gareth Dunlop about his highly anticipated third album, ‘Welcome To The House Of I Don’t Know.’ Welcome To The House Of I Don’t Know, invites listeners into the warm embrace of home—the cherished moments with loved ones and the nostalgic echoes of days gone by. Departing in sound from his previous works, Dunlop elevates his narratives with a full band, rich production, and thrilling performances. A musical journey that has been nothing short of extraordinary, Dunlop’s talent has been endorsed by a remarkabl ..read more

In Episode #181 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to songwriter and producer Bernard Butler to discuss Good Grief – his first new solo album in 25 years. Between then and now, Butler had ventured into the world of pop songwriting and producing, including two seminal albums with folk musician Sam Lee, a Mercury nominated project with actor Jessie Buckley as well as working with Bert Jansch and Ben Watt from Everything But The Girl, The Libertines, Tricky and an eight-million selling, Grammy-winning record with Duffy. In this interview, Bernard discusses the writing and recording ..read more

In Episode #180 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Tim Booth lead singer from JAMES about their latest album YUMMY and writing his debut novel “When I Died for the First Time.” JAMES have released their 18th studio album YUMMY which reached number one on the UK Albums Chart after 42 years in the music industry and in March Tim Booth published his first novel When I Died For The First Time. In this interview, Tim discusses the writing and recording of YUMMY, upcoming live shows writing his first novel and lots more. Listen to episode #180 of The XS Noize Podcast with Tim Booth ..read more

In Episode #179 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to legendary DJ/Producer Arthur Baker, credited as a leader, pioneer, and trailblazer in electronic music. Masterminding breakthrough experimentation with tape edits and sampling. He left Boston for New York at the start of the 1980s. Initially DJing and producing disco and soul, he was drafted in by Tommy Boy Records to produce for hip-hop crew Afrika Bambaataa and the Soul Sonic Force. Planet Rock, the seminal single — with vocals by MC G.L.O.B.E. — that came out of those sessions, unwittingly kick ..read more

In Episode #178 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks to Tom Bailey from The Thompson Twins about touring to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the classic album Into The Gap. The Thompson Twins are widely regarded as one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s and provided the soundtrack to many people’s lives during that incredible era of music. On the eight-date UK tour in May, Tom will perform the legendary Thompson Twins’ album Into The Gap, the 1984 lauded number 1 album in full along with other classic tracks. The album which has sold over five million copies worldwide spawned t ..read more