{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Martin Blunt: The Charlatans: Inside \u2018We Are Love\u2019 (#257)","description":"In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Martin Blunt \u2014 founding member and bassist of The Charlatans, one of Britain\u2019s most enduring and beloved bands. From their breakthrough with Some Friendly to the anthemic Tellin\u2019 Stories and the reflective Modern Nature, The Charlatans have spent more than three decades making music that moves between euphoria and heart. Now, with We Are Love, they\u2019ve created a record that feels like a true celebration \u2014 warm, hopeful, and full of connection. Martin talks about the chemistry that\u2019s kept the band together, the highs and heartbreaks along the way, and how they still find joy in playing together after all these years. He also pays heartfelt tribute to the late Rob Collins and Jon Brookes, whose spirit and influence continue to guide the band\u2019s sound and soul. \u201cIf you gave us the being-in-a-band tick sheet, I think we\u2019ve ticked quite a few of the boxes.\u201d \u2013 Martin Blunt Listen to the full episode and join Martin as he looks back on the band\u2019s story, the soul behind We Are Love, and why \u2014 after all this time \u2014 The Charlatans are still chasing that same spark that started it all. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes to its name, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music\u2019s legends and trailblazers \u2014 a space where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has welcomed an extraordinary lineup including Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, 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, and Michael Head \u2014 among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here New episodes of the XS Noize Podcast drop weekly \u2014 subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives. ","author_name":"The XS Noize Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.xsnoize.com\/podcast","html":"