Paul Connolly – The Wood Burning Savages: Soundtracking a Broken System on ‘Hand To Mouth’ | XS Noize Podcast #224

The Wood Burning Savages
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In this episode of the XS Noize Music Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by Paul Connolly, frontman of incendiary Derry alt-rock band The Wood Burning Savages, to discuss their explosive new album ‘Hand To Mouth’.

Renowned for their guitar-driven political rock and blistering live performances, the band returns with their long-awaited second album — the powerful follow-up to their 2018 debut ‘Stability’, which beat out the likes of Snow Patrol, Ash, and Bicep to win Northern Ireland Album of the Year. They also took home the award for Best Live Act.

In this episode, Paul discusses the writing and recording process behind “Hand to Mouth, The stories and emotions that fuel the new songs, recovering from a life-altering illness while on tour, channelling personal and political unrest into raw, urgent rock, career highlights including playing Glastonbury and much more.

If you’re a fan of fearless, high-octane rock with heart, fire, and social conscience, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Listen to episode #224 of the XS Noize Music Podcast with Paul Connolly – BELOW:

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Previous XS Noize Podcast guests have included John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, The Twang, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future IslandsPeter FramptonBernard ButlerSteven WilsonTravis, New OrderThe KillersTito JacksonSimple Minds, Divine ComedyShaun RyderGary NumanSleaford ModsMichael Head, and many more.

The Wood Burning Savages

‘HAND TO MOUTH’ 

1. Grind Your Teeth
2. Hand To Mouth
3. Record Of Achievement
4. 1000 Mumbling Virgins
5. Climb The Ladder
6. Monument Valley
7. Landlord’s Prayer
8. It Takes A Bomb To Raise A Village
9. Strict Diet
10. When The Hammer Hits The Chisel
11. Last Of The Legacies

www.thewoodburningsavages.com

 

Xsnoize Author
Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.

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