In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Gavin Rossdale — the iconic frontman of Bush — to discuss their powerful new album, I Beat Loneliness.
Since bursting onto the scene in the early ’90s with Sixteen Stone, Bush have become one of the most defining bands of the post-grunge era, selling over 20 million records worldwide and headlining stages across the globe. Now, on their 10th studio album, Gavin Rossdale and the band deliver some of their most urgent and personal work to date.
I Beat Loneliness is a raw, defiant record that dives deep into themes of isolation, emotional endurance, and ultimately finding strength in vulnerability. From the fierce opener “Scars” to the anthemic title track and the poetic, socially charged “The Land of Milk and Honey,” the album showcases Bush’s classic intensity while embracing new sonic textures and deeply personal storytelling.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Gavin opens up about the emotional battles behind the songs, the cathartic power of turning pain into beauty, and the creative fire that keeps Bush evolving after nearly three decades. He also reflects on pivotal moments in his career and the excitement of embarking on a massive world tour with the new record.
Tune in to Episode #236 of the XS Noize Podcast for an in-depth look at Bush’s latest chapter — a story of resilience, reinvention, and the unwavering drive to connect through music. Listen below:
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Previous XS Noize Podcast guests include legends and trailblazers such as The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, Sleaford Mods, Michael Head — and many more.
I Beat Loneliness is a bold next step for Bush in its fearlessness. The album delves deep into themes of isolation, mental health, and emotional endurance, offering a soundtrack for those fighting to find connection and meaning in an increasingly fractured world.
I Beat Loneliness
Album Release: 18th July 2025
Formats:
CD Digipak / Black 2LP Gatefold / Digital
Tracklist CD:
1. Scars
2. I Beat Loneliness
3. The Land Of Milk And Honey
4. We’re All The Same On The Inside
5. I Am Here To Save Your Life
6. 60 Ways To Forget People
7. Love Me Till The Pain Fades
8. We Are Of This Earth
9. Everyone Is Broken
10. Don’t Be Afraid
11. Footsteps In The Sand
12. Rebel With A Cause
Tracklist LP:
Side A:
1. Scars
2. I Beat Loneliness
3. The Land Of Milk And Honey
Side B:
4. We’re All The Same On The Inside
5. I Am Here To Save Your Life
6. 60 Ways To Forget People
Side C:
7. Love Me Till The Pain Fades
8. We Are Of This Earth
9. Everyone Is Broken
Side D:
10. Don’t Be Afraid
11. Footsteps In The Sand
Rebel With A Cause
Following the release, Bush will embark on a worldwide tour, launching April 21 in Victoria, BC, Canada. The band will then tour across North America from July 19 to August 30, before heading overseas to join Volbeat for a series of dates across the EU and UK from September 18 through November 13. Full tour dates can be found below and HERE.
*BUSH TOUR WITH SHINEDOWN
7/19 – Boston, MA – TD Garden *
7/20 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden *
7/22 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena *
7/23 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center *
7/25 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena *
7/26 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum *
7/28 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center *
7/29 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center *
8/2 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center *
8/3 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum
8/5 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center *
8/7 – Portland, OR – Moda Center *
8/8 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena *
8/11 – Salt Lake City, UT – Maverik Center *
8/12 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena *
8/15 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center *
8/16 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena *
8/18 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse *
8/19 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena *
8/21 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center *
8/23 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena *
8/24 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena *
8/27 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center *
8/28 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena *
8/30 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum*
9/5– Omaha, US (Shadow Ridge Music Festival)
BUSH TOUR WITH VOLBEAT
9/18 – Herning, DK – Jyske Bank Boxen
9/19 – Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena
9/23 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome
9/24 – Antwerp, BE – Antwerps Sportpaleis
9/26 – Stuttgart, DE – Hans-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
9/27 – Cologne, DE – Lanxess Arena
9/28 – Oberhausen, DE – Rudolf-Weber Arena
9/30 – Vienna, AT – Stadthalle
10/1 – Vienna, AT – Stadthalle
10/3 – Prague, CZ – O2 Universum
10/4 – Berlin, DE – Uber Arena
10/6 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle
10/7 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle
10/8 – Frankfurt, DE – Festhalle
10/10 – Leipzig, DE – Quarterback Immobilien Arena
10/11 – Hamburg, DE – Barclays Arena
10/13 – Warsaw, PL – Torwar
10/15 – Tampere, FI – Nokia Arena
10/17 – Stockholm, SE – Tele2 Arena
10/18 – Oslo, NO – Unity Arena
10/19 – Gothenburg, SE – Scandinavium
10/21 – Hannover, DE – ZAG Arena
10/22 – Rotterdam, NL – Ahoy
10/23 – Esch-sur-Alzette, LU – Rockhal
10/25 – Zurich, CH – Hallenstadion
10/28 – Bilbao, ES – BEC
10/30 – Barcelona, ES – Sant Jordi Club
10/31 – Madrid, ES – Vistalegre Arena
11/2 – Paris, FR – Zenith
11/5 – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
11/6 – Cardiff, UK – Utilita Arena
11/8 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
11/10 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
11/12 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena
11/13 – London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley
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