The albums that define
noise pop.
Our picks for where to start with noise pop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top noise pop artists
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The noise pop essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
The Jesus and Mary Chain
Honey's Dead
A swirling blend of feedback-laden guitars and melodic hooks that define an era of alternative rock experimentation.
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The Jesus and Mary Chain
Glasgow Eyes
A swirling blend of feedback-drenched guitars and melancholic melodies that captures the essence of nostalgia and rebellion.
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My Bloody Valentine
You Made Me Realise
Ethereal melodies clash with dense, distorted guitars, creating a sonic landscape that feels both haunting and immersive.
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My Bloody Valentine
Geek!
A swirling blend of ethereal melodies and distorted guitars creates a hypnotic soundscape that defines early shoegaze.
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Bob Mould
Black Sheets of Rain
A raw and introspective blend of alternative rock and post-hardcore that grapples with themes of loss and disillusionment.
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Bob Mould
Here We Go Crazy
A raw blend of punk energy and melodic introspection that captures the chaos of modern life.
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Dan Snaith
Suddenly
An ethereal blend of shimmering synths and organic textures creates a dreamlike soundscape infused with introspection.
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Dan Snaith
The Milk of Human Kindness
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and organic melodies that invites listeners into an otherworldly soundscape.
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No Joy
Wait to Pleasure
'Wait to Pleasure' encapsulates the essence of No Joy's work, balancing heaviness with beauty across its tracks. This album serves as a gateway into their evolving sound and thematic depth.
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Colleen Green
I Want to Grow Up
A vibrant blend of lo-fi melodies and candid lyrics captures the restless spirit of young adulthood.
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Kero Kero Bonito
Bonito Generation
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic pop and whimsical lyrics that captures the essence of youthful exuberance and nostalgia.
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Kero Kero Bonito
Time 'n' Place
A kaleidoscopic blend of playful pop and experimental soundscapes that invites listeners to explore the beauty of everyday moments.
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Yeule
Softscars
Ethereal textures blend with glitchy beats and introspective lyrics, creating a dreamlike soundscape that feels both personal and expansive.
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Yeule
Glitch Princess
A shimmering tapestry of glitchy textures and ethereal vocals creates a hauntingly beautiful exploration of identity and self-perception.
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Speedy Ortiz
Foil Deer
A jagged blend of noise pop and grunge, layered with introspective lyrics and a playful yet melancholic energy.
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Speedy Ortiz
The Death of Speedy Ortiz
Raw guitar riffs swirl around introspective lyrics, creating a blend of grunge and noise pop that captures youthful angst.
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Vivian Girls
Vivian Girls
Raw, energetic melodies intertwine with reverb-soaked vocals to create a vibrant tapestry of lo-fi indie rock.
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Vivian Girls
Everything Goes Wrong
A lo-fi haze envelops melodic hooks, blending raw energy with introspective lyrics in a vibrant punk-pop landscape.
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Scarling.
So Long, Scarecrow
A swirling blend of noise pop and melancholy, steeped in vivid imagery and raw emotionality.
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Scarling.
Sweet Heart Dealer
An atmospheric blend of noise pop and haunting melodies that evokes a sense of eerie nostalgia.
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Be Your Own Pet
Be Your Own Pet
Frenetic energy collides with catchy melodies, delivering a raw and chaotic take on punk-inflected indie rock.
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Crystal Stilts
In Love with Oblivion
A swirling blend of reverb-soaked guitar textures and haunting melodies that evoke a sense of nostalgic yearning.
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Crystal Stilts
Alight of Night
A swirling blend of reverb-drenched guitars and haunting melodies create a dreamy yet disorienting soundscape throughout the album.
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Helium
Pirate Prude
A whirlwind of dissonant melodies and raw vocals that intertwine chaos with catchy hooks in a distinctive noise pop style.
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where noise pop landed in each era.