In Episode #211 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks with James and Jack Yates from Pastel to discuss their mesmerising debut album, Souls in Motion.
Manchester’s Pastel have built a formidable reputation on their terms, achieving #1 and #2 positions on the Official Vinyl Singles Chart with their two EPs and earning a coveted invitation to support the legendary Liam Gallagher at his iconic Knebworth Park show. Now, the band solidifies their ascent by releasing their highly anticipated debut album, Souls In Motion, available via Spirit of Spike Island.
Souls In Motion showcases fan favourites and live staples that have defined the band’s journey, including Deeper Than Holy, Isaiah, Your Day, and Escape. Alongside these anthems, the album introduces an array of fresh tracks, offering fans a deeper dive into the band’s evolving sound and underscoring their bold, globally minded creative vision.
In this episode, cousins James and Jack Yates delve into the band’s origins, the journey of recording their debut album, the experience of supporting Liam Gallagher, and much more. Listen to episode #211 of The XS Noize Podcast with Pastel – BELOW:
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Previous XS Noize Podcast guests have included Doves, Gavin Friday, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, The Twang, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, John Lydon, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Ocean Colour Scene, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, Sleaford Mods, Michael Head, Villagers, and many more.
Pastel will celebrate the release of Souls In Motion by embarking on their biggest headline tour to date in February. Tickets are on sale HERE.
FEBRUARY 2025 – HEADLINE TOUR
13th – Newcastle, The Cluny
14th – Liverpool, Arts Club (The Loft)
15th – Manchester, Club Academy 2
16th – Leeds, Brudenell Social Club
27th – Aberdeen, Tunnels
28th – Glasgow, King Tut’s
MARCH 2025 – HEADLINE TOUR
1st – Edinburgh, Cabaret Voltaire
6th – Bristol, Strange Brew
7th – Birmingham, Mama Roux’s
8th – London, Dome
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