Phil Etheridge on Jewellery Quarter: 15 Years of The Twang’s Modern Classic

Phil Etheridge

In Episode #204 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar chats with Phil Etheridge from The Twang to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their second album, Jewellery Quarter.

Originally released in 2009, Jewellery Quarter debuted at No. 20 on the UK charts and featured standout singles like Barney Rubble and Encouraging Sign. The album also delivered fan favourites such as Took the Fun and Back Where We Started, earning its status as a modern classic. This December, The Twang will release a special edition of the album—re-recorded, remastered, and available on vinyl for the first time ever.

In this episode, Phil reflects on the album’s creation, sharing insights into the writing and recording process, the excitement of the new vinyl release, new music and the band’s upcoming live shows. Listen to episode #204 of The XS Noize Podcast with Phil Etheridge – BELOW:

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Previous XS Noize Podcast guests have included Gavin Friday, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Humanist, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future IslandsPeter FramptonJohn LydonBernard ButlerSteven WilsonMidge UreTravis, New OrderThe KillersTito JacksonSimple Minds, Divine ComedyShaun RyderGary NumanSleaford ModsThe Brand New Heavies, Villagers, and many more.

The Twang

Re-recorded and remastered, Jewellery Quarter 24K will be available for the first time ever on Vinyl this December (via Townsend Music). Presented as an extremely limited edition Gold & Black splatter LP, it will feature a fresh take on the classic artwork (as pictured). It will be released on Vinyl on 6th December.

‘Jewellery Quarter 24k’ – Album Tracklist:

Side 1:

Took The Fun

Barney Rubble

Twit Twoo

Put It On The Dancefloor

May I Suggest

Encouraging Sign

Side 2:

Got No Interest

Back Where We Started

Answer My Call

Live The Life

Williamsburg

Another Bus

 

In honour of the new release and anniversary, The Twang will also hit the road with a new UK tour this December. They will perform the entire Jewellery Quarter album, including some tracks that have never been played live. The shows will also see the band raise the roof with a selection of classics from across their canon, with plans for a few other surprises, too… Tickets are on sale now—available here.

The Twang – December 2024 Tour

Thu 05 Leeds Wardrobe

Sat 07 Coventry Kasbah

Thu 12 Leicester O2 Academy

Fri 13 Liverpool O2 Academy

Sat 14 Manchester O2 Ritz

Wed 18 Bristol O2 Academy

Thu 19 London Electric Ballroom

Fri 20 Sheffield Leadmill

Sat 21 Birmingham O2 Academy

Follow The Twang here.

 

Xsnoize Author
Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.

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