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The XS Noize Podcast

Hosted by Mark Millar | XS Noize · music · EN · 304 episodes

About this 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.

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What is The XS Noize Podcast about?

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.

Who hosts The XS Noize Podcast?

The XS Noize Podcast is hosted by Mark Millar | XS Noize. The show has published 304 episodes to date.

What has The XS Noize Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Nickelback's Mike Kroeger on 'Everything Under The Sun' & His Brush with Death (#304)" (19 October 2026, 42 minutes), "Steven Wilson on 'Requiem For A Village' & Why Music Needs Imperfection (#303)" (13 October 2026, 40 minutes), and "Gabriella Cilmi on 'Pure Love', 'Sweet About Me' & Finding Herself Again (#302)" (5 October 2026, 36 minutes).

How often does The XS Noize Podcast publish?

The XS Noize Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 41 minutes across 304 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The XS Noize Podcast?

Booking probability for The XS Noize Podcast is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The XS Noize Podcast requires a Pod Score of 85 or higher. The XS Noize Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The XS Noize Podcast?

The strongest fits for The XS Noize Podcast are Music & Recording and Artists, Writers & Performers. The XS Noize Podcast has a music audience.

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Mark Millar | XS Noize hosts The XS Noize Podcast, a music show with 304 episodes published.

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  • Episode #304

    Nickelback's Mike Kroeger on 'Everything Under The Sun' & His Brush with Death (#304)

    Oct 19, 202642 minS1

    In episode #304 of the XS Noize Podcast, Nickelback bassist Mike Kroeger joins Mark Millar to discuss the band's new album, Everything Under The Sun , growing up with his brother Chad, and the brush with death that...

  • Episode #303

    Steven Wilson on 'Requiem For A Village' & Why Music Needs Imperfection (#303)

    Oct 13, 202640 minS1

    In episode #303 of the XS Noize Podcast, Steven Wilson joins Mark Millar to discuss his new album, Requiem For A Village , embracing musical imperfections, and why he believes the human touch matters more than ever in...

  • Episode #302

    Gabriella Cilmi on 'Pure Love', 'Sweet About Me' & Finding Herself Again (#302)

    Oct 5, 202636 minS1

    Gabriella Cilmi joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss her new album, Pure Love , being signed at just 13, the worldwide success of 'Sweet About Me', and finding her way back to herself as an artist...

  • Episode #301

    Jim James on Wowed Out, Sobriety & the Future of My Morning Jacket (#301)

    Sep 29, 202647 minS1

    My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss his new solo album, Wowed Out , rediscovering music from his past, his journey towards sobriety and self-acceptance, and what's...

  • Episode #300

    Clint Boon on Manchester Chronicles & Inspiral Carpets (#300)

    Sep 22, 202655 minS1

    In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Clint Boon to discuss his autobiography, Manchester Chronicles: True Tales of Music, Madness and Mayhem 1976–2006, the rise of Inspiral Carpets and the...

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  • Episode #299

    Stephen Mallinder: Cabaret Voltaire, CODE & the Final Tour (#299)

    Sep 14, 202632 minS1

    Stephen Mallinder joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Cabaret Voltaire's final tour, the return of Chris Watson, and the remastered edition of CODE . Stephen reflects on why these final shows are both a...

  • Episode #298

    Jamie Webster: Running Round The Sun, Success & Self-Doubt (#298)

    Sep 1, 202649 minS1

    Jamie Webster joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss his fourth studio album, Running Round The Sun , and the success, self-doubt and personal experiences behind his most reflective record yet. Jamie looks...

  • Episode #297

    The Proclaimers: What Offends Us—and Why We Never Look Back (#297)

    Aug 25, 202631 minS1

    The Proclaimers have never been interested in becoming a nostalgia act. Craig and Charlie Reid join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss what still drives—and offends—them nearly 40 years after This Is the...

  • Episode #296

    Inside George Michael's Lost Album with Andros Georgiou (#296)

    Aug 18, 202647 minS1

    Andros Georgiou joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to reveal the remarkable story behind Trojan Souls —the ambitious George Michael album that was never completed. Andros discusses growing up alongside George...

  • Episode #295

    MYSTERY JETS: Grief, Hope & A Hole to See the Sky Through (#295)

    Aug 11, 202652 minS1

    In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mystery Jets' Blaine Harrison and Ollie Taylor to discuss their seventh studio album, A Hole to See the Sky Through . Blaine explains how a postcard...

  • Episode #294

    LE BOOM on Immersive Shows, Irish Identity & Community (#294)

    Aug 4, 202634 minS1

    LE BOOM's Christy Leech joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast ahead of the duo's 360° immersive floor show at Limelight 1, Belfast. Christy explains how secret raves and unconventional venues inspired LE BOOM to...

  • Episode #292

    Tim Wheeler on Ash's 1977 at 30, Girl From Mars & Coming of Age at 19 (#292)

    Jul 14, 202644 minS1

    Tim Wheeler joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Ash's landmark debut album 1977 , its 30th Anniversary Edition, "Girl From Mars," "Goldfinger," Owen Morris, young fame, Northern Ireland and taking the...

  • Episode #291

    Tony Visconti on David Bowie, Marc Bolan, Thin Lizzy & Blackstar (#291)

    Jul 6, 202641 minS1

    Tony Visconti joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss David Bowie, Marc Bolan, T. Rex, Thin Lizzy, Phil Lynott, Blackstar, Scary Monsters, Holy Holy and the art of producing timeless records. Best known as...

  • Episode #289

    Rosa Walton on 'Tell Me It's A Dream,' Let's Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077

    Jun 23, 202633 minS1

    <p>Rosa Walton joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss her debut solo album, Tell Me It's A Dream, out now via Transgressive Records.</p> <p>Best known as one half of Let's Eat Grandma alongside Jenny...

  • Episode #289

    Rosa Walton on 'Tell Me It's A Dream,' Let's Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 (#290)

    Jun 23, 202633 minS1

    Rosa Walton joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss her debut solo album, Tell Me It's A Dream , out now via Transgressive Records. Best known as one half of Let's Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth...

  • Episode #289

    Dea Matrona on 'Hate That I Care,' Self-Producing and Creative Independence

    Jun 14, 202624 minS1

    <p>Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and Orláith Forsythe.</p>...

  • Episode #288

    Embrace's Danny McNamara on The Good Will Out, Avalanche and 30 Years of the Band

    Jun 8, 202651 minS1

    <p>Danny McNamara from Embrace joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss the band's new album Avalanche, 30 years of Embrace, and why he feels more inspired now than ever.</p> <p>In this conversation, Danny...

  • Episode #287

    The Hoosiers on New Album 'Compassion,' Toxicity & Finding Joy Again

    Jun 2, 202639 minS1

    <p >In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers to discuss their new album Compassion, the toxicity that inspired it, and how the band found joy...

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    Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film

    May 25, 202641 minS1

    <p >In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker's classic 1991 film The Commitments.</p> <p >Robert looks back on life before...

  • Episode #285

    Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters

    May 19, 202642 minS1

    <p >Nerina Pallot joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss 25 years of music, her new career-spanning collection Fire Escape Symphonies: The Best of Nerina Pallot, and the songs, fans and experiences that...

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