Radio X

Radio X is a commercial radio station that specializes in alternative music, particularly indie rock. It is part of the Global Radio network and was officially launched on September 21, 2015, as a rebranding of Xfm, taking over from both Xfm London and Xfm Manchester. Throughout its history, Radio X has featured several DJs who have gained significant recognition in their careers, including Ricky Gervais, Karl Pilkington, Stephen Merchant, Simon Pegg, Christian O'Connell, Russell Brand, Justin Lee Collins, Adam and Joe, Alex Zane, Tim Lovejoy, Dermot O'Leary, and Josh Widdicombe.

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The Kooks Luke Pritchard recalls 'comparing chest hair' with Liam and Noel Gallagher on Oasis night out

9 hours ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

The Kooks frontman reacted to Noel Gallagher remembering how he "stayed the distance" after an awards ceremony and revealed he was “sad” Oasis split days before they were due to share the same bill. Luke Pritchard has recalled a night out with Oasis and their entourage and how he compared chest hair with Noel and Liam Gallagher.
Alex James says playing bass in Blur is easier than day job on farm

11 hours ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

Is Alex James bringing Britpop back?!The Blur bassist turned cheese farmer and Big Feastival founder has revealed that it's much more relaxing for him on stage. Alex James says it's easier to be the bassist of Blur than a cheese farmer. The Briptop rocker turned cheese farmer caught up with The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X and discussed plans for the next instalment of Big Feastival and his life in the Cotswolds. When Chris Moyles suggested being in band is a lot of work, he replied. "No, it isn't.
Oasis have no plans for new music & reunion will be the "last time around," confirms co-manager

1 day ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

Oasis co-manager Alec McKinlay has discussed the much-anticipated reunion in a new interview and revealed what not to expect from the band. Oasis have no plans to release new music and their much anticipated reunion will be the last chance to see the band.
Listen to Garbage's single Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty

1 day ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

The track is the second cut to be taken from the band's forthcoming album Let All That We Imagine Be The Light. Garbage have shared another new single. Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty is the second cut to be taken the band's forthcoming studio album, Let All That We Imagine Be The Light, which is set for release on 30th May 2025. Listen to the single here, which sees Shirley Manson "questioning the patriarchal structures of the world".
Bombay Bicycle Club to headline UK's most remote gig

2 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

Earlier this week, the My Big Day rockers announced intimate dates at York's Barbican and Liverpool Mountford Hall. Bombay Bicycle Club are set to headline the UK’s most remote gig this month. The Eat, Sleep, Wake outfit will top the bill at an off-grid gig on 17th May as part of Columbia Hike Society’s HikeFest- which offers a festival of hiking and a show with a difference.
Wolf Alice announce last minute Ireland shows for this month

2 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

Ellie Rowsell and co have shared their plans to play shows in Kilkenny, Cork and Limerick next week. Wolf Alice have announced a last minute gigs in Ireland this month. The London outfit - comprised of Ellie Rowsell, Joff Oddie, Joel Amey and Theo Ellis - will play a trio of shows in the country, which take place in the Set Theatre in Kilkenny on 19th May, Cyprus Avenue in Cork on 20th May and Dolan's Warehouse in Limerick on 21st May.
Eurovision 2025: Key dates, entries, UK entry, bookies odds and how to watch

2 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

The Eurovision Song Contest is well underway, Find out when the key dates are, who's the UK entry and how to watch. The Eurovision Song Contest is buzzing with activity, with the Grand Final taking place this weekend. The 69th edition of the famous singing competition will take place in Basel, Switzerland who take on hosting duties this year.
Liam Gallagher says Oasis reunion “setlist is done” but this song hasn’t the cut

2 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

The Oasis frontman has revealed a (What's the Story) Morning Glory? track has not made it onto their reunion setlist. Liam Gallagher says the setlist for the Oasis reunion is complete. Last year saw the rocker and his brother Noel announce their plans to get the band back together, while plotting dates in the UK & Ireland, North America, Australia, South America, South Korea and Japan.
The Last Dinner Party's second album will have "darker themes" and "fun, angry songs"

2 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

The band's rhythm guitarist L. Mayland has teased details about the band's sophomore album and the follow-up to Prelude To Ecstacy. The Last Dinner Party have teased their second album will have "darker themes"The band's rhythm guitarist Lizzie Mayland - who now goes under the name L. Mayland - has talked about everything from their new solo project and EP to the band's sophomore album, which is more inspired by the state of the world around them.
The Who discuss whether they'll announce UK farewell dates after announcing North American tour

5 days ago | radiox.co.uk | Jenny Mensah

Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend announced their 2025 The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tour this week and were quizzed if they'll do the same on their home soil. The Who have been quizzed about whether they intend to go on UK farewell tour. The legendary rockers made the announcement this Thursday (8th May) that they'll be embarking on their aptly-named The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tourthis year.