{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Roland Gift: 40 Years of Fine Young Cannibals &amp; New Christmas Single (#259)","description":"In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Roland Gift \u2014 the iconic voice of Fine Young Cannibals and one of the most instantly recognisable singers in British music. With era-defining hits like \u201cShe Drives Me Crazy,\u201d \u201cGood Thing,\u201d \u201cJohnny Come Home,\u201d and their electrifying version of \u201cEver Fallen In Love,\u201d Fine Young Cannibals became global chart-toppers \u2014 selling over five million records and earning two BRIT Awards, an Ivor Novello, and three Grammy nominations. Their sharp, soulful sound continues to influence generations. Roland returns with two major releases \u2014 FYC40, a definitive 40-year anthology, and his brand-new festive single \u201cEverybody Knows It\u2019s Christmas\u201d, showcasing that unmistakable voice in glorious form. Roland looks back on the band\u2019s beginnings, the explosive success of The Raw &amp;amp; The Cooked, and how his Otis Redding-inspired delivery fused with David Steele and Andy Cox\u2019s songwriting to create something completely unique. He also reflects on Fine Young Cannibals\u2019 continued cultural impact \u2014 including \u201cShe Drives Me Crazy\u201d becoming the musical centrepiece of the 2025 Chanel campaign starring Dua Lipa and Jennie from BLACKPINK. We also talk about Roland\u2019s return to performing \u2014 touring with Jools Holland, shining at the 2022 Hootenanny, and his triumphant 40 Years of Songs tour, which launched with a sold-out London Palladium show. And we dive into \u201cEverybody Knows It\u2019s Christmas\u201d \u2014 a glam-rock, wall-of-sound celebration co-written with Ben Barson, full of warmth, nostalgia, and classic Roland soul.  \u201cWherever you are I hope this song brings a bit of warmth, a smile, and maybe a bit of that Christmas magic your way.\u201d \u2013 Roland Gift  Listen to Roland Gift discuss 40 years of Fine Young Cannibals, the making of FYC40, and the joy behind his new Christmas single \u2014 exclusively on the XS Noize Podcast.  About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, 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 The Charlatans, Gary \u201cMani\u201d 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 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":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39051685\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195505920"}