The xx (Band)

CHVRCHES at Fine Line, 6/08/13

CHVRCHES With Still Corners Fine Line Music Cafe, Minneapolis June 8, 2013 The hotly tipped U.K. act CHVRCHES have generated a swelling buzz in the U.S. based on just an EP and singles. And at their sold-out Fine Line show on Saturday night, the Glaswegian trio also confidently demonstrated that th ... More >>

Daughter's Remi Aguilella talks band dynamics ahead of their Entry show Wednesday

Daughter's two EP's are a clear depiction of pre-and-post-breakup resilience. The songs of the young London band are all full of intense emotional mood swings and weighted words. As any toxic relationship can most assuredly leave you grieving, Daughter evokes emotions that leave you practically gutt ... More >>

The xx at First Avenue, 10/19/12

The xxwith John Talabot Live and 2:54First Avenue, MinneapolisOctober 19, 2012First Avenue was virtually filled to the rafters Friday night, yet the room was made to feel downright cavernous as the xx returned to Minneapolis. "Hushed" wouldn't even be the right word for it.Not that that's terribly u ... More >>

2:54 on coming to America, touring with the xx, and (of course) Prince

When Colette Thurlow answers the phone from her band's London practice space, there's a peal of noise that comes through the line. For a moment, there's just static, followed by a few trickling bass notes. "Can you hear me okay?" she asks with a half-giggle, her voice a gentle lilt. "We're having ou ... More >>

Weekend Checklist: The xx, Eric Hutchinson, Heartless Bastards

The weekend is off to a great start! Friday, First Avenue welcomes English duo The xx to the Mainroom while the Amsterdam hosts St.Paulapalooza. Saturday, all hell will break loose in the pre-teen scene as Justin Bieber makes his way to the Target Center while Eric Hutchinson plays a more mature set ... More >>

The XX, Brute Heart, Grimes, Dinosaur Jr., and more

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Jeremy Messersmith's Muse for Music at Fitzgerald, 5/19/12

By Allegra OxboroughJeremy Messersmith's Muse for MusicWith P.O.S. and Chastity BrownThe Fitzgerald Theater, St. PaulSaturday, May 19, 2012Jeremy Messersmith was his dapper self Saturday in a fitted green blazer and his conspicuous Buddy Holly specs. Behind him an ever-changing configuration of seve ... More >>

Wu-Tang Clan headlining Village Voice and Frank 151's SXSW 2011 party at Austin Music Hall

Photo by Tony NelsonWu-Tang Clan at Epic this past January​Our sister paper, the Village Voice, typically hosts a free day party during SXSW, and the lineups have been pretty fantastic -- last year brought together the xx, Superchunk, Surfer Blood, and more. But this year, they are cranking up the ... More >>

The Antlers and Phantogram transfix the Varsity

While on paper it might not appear that the differing styles of Phantogram and the Antlers would mesh well, both the bands delivered terrific sets that showed off their inspired, innovative talents, and served notice that we will be hearing more from both of these accomplished, but still developing, ... More >>

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The xx, Major Lazer and Rusko, and more

Rogue Valley's four discs and Trampled By Turtles' frankenstein in this week's paper

Rogue Wave​In this week's print edition two ambitious recording projects take center stage, while Ray examines those singles whose ubiquity has become next-level, and a smattering of the most promising shows of the week so you don't have to stay inside while all this beautiful Spring gathers aroun ... More >>

Win xx afterparty tickets today via Twitter

​Jamie Smith from the xx will be DJing at an afterparty this Friday night, following his band's sold-out show at First Avenue with jj. Want to go? Keep an eye on Twitter today at 2 p.m., where we will be giving away two pairs of tickets to the party. Make sure you are following us at @gimme_noise. ... More >>

SXSW 2010: Video recap by Gimme Noise and Anthem Heart

Featuring footage of locals like Jeremy Messersmith, Jake Dilley, Off With Their Heads, Solid Gold, and Lookbook and national bands like the xx.

Bonnaroo announces lineup in most annoying way possible

In tiny increments via social media.

The xx, Surfer Blood, Superchunk playing Village Voice SXSW party

South by Southwest is about a month and a half away, which means that it's time to start getting inundated with showcase announcements.

Jay-Z, Muse, Gorillaz headlining Coachella 2010

The California festival runs April 16-18.

Best Albums of '09: Pazz & Jop ballot

That's right, more lists!

Weekly Charts: Top songs spun on the Current and Radio K

Sample some of the tracks being played on our commercial-free radio stations.

The xx, "Night Time" and "Crystalised" live at the Triple Rock

Watch a couple of clips from last night's sold-out show.

The XX's producer Jamie Smith talks to Gimme Noise

The band on everyone's lips talks about the hype, Courtney Love, and what they'll miss about the U.S. when they go back to the U.K.

Friendly Fires, the XX tonight at the Triple Rock

Probably should get in line at your lunch break for this one.

The xx, the King Khan & BBQ Show, and more

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Weekly Charts: Top songs spun on Radio K and the Current

A comprehensive list of the singles charting this week on Radio K and The Current, complete with streaming audio.

Weekly Charts: Top songs spun on Radio K and the Current

A comprehensive list of the singles charting this week on Radio K and The Current, complete with streaming audio.

Weekly Charts: Top songs spun on Radio K and the Current

Listen to the singles charting this week on both Radio K & 89.3 the Current.