Rob Marshall on Humanist’s New Album ‘On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World’

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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 terrain first explored on 2020’s much-lauded debut album, further consolidating the emergence of Rob Marshall (guitarist of Exit Calm and co-writer of Mark Lanegan’s celebrated Gargoyle and Somebody’s Knocking albums) as a songwriter, composer and producer with a singular musical vision.

In this interview, Rob discusses the writing and recording of On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World, his relationship with Mark Lanegan, his previous band Exit Calm and lots more. Listen to episode #186 of The XS Noize Podcast with Rob Marshall – BELOW:

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Previous XS Noize Podcast guests have included Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future IslandsPeter FramptonJohn LydonBernard ButlerSteven WilsonMatt GossBilly NomatesTom Meighan, Midge UreTravis, New OrderThe KillersTito JacksonSimple Minds, Divine ComedyShaun RyderGary NumanSleaford ModsThe Brand New Heavies, Villagers, and many more.

On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World artwork and tracklist:

On The Edge Of A Lost And Lonely World

1. The Beginning (My God) ft Carl Hancock Rux

2. Happy ft Ed Harcourt

3. Too Many Rivals ft Tim Smith

4. The Immortal ft Ed Harcourt

5. This Holding Pattern ft James Cox

6. Brother ft Dave Gahan

7. Born To Be ft Peter Hayes

8. Keep Me Safe ft Rachel Fannan

9. Dark Side Of Your Window ft James Allan

10. Love You More ft. Isobel Campbell

11. Lonely Night ft Madman Butterfly

12. The Presence Of Haman ft Madman Butterfly

13. The End ft Madman Butterfly

Following their recent shows supporting Jane’s Addiction in the UK, Humanist announced news of an October headline UK tour – upcoming live info below:

UK tour:

8th October – Glasgow – Nice N Sleazy

9th October – Manchester – Deaf Institute

10th October – London – Electrowerk

11th October – Birmingham – Actress & Bishop

13th October – Sheffield – Sidney & Matilda Basement

14th October – Nottingham – Bodega

15th October – Leeds – Headrow House

16th October – Brighton – Greendoor Store

17th October – Bristol – Dareshack

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Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and looks after the daily running of the website as well as hosting interviews for the weekly XS Noize Podcast.Mark's favourite album is Achtung Baby by U2.

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