Turning Pirate

Pilgrims (Paul Noonan & Brian Crosby)

Paul Noonan and Brian Crosby of (currently and formerly of Bell X1) - two musicians whose creative paths first intertwined in their school days - have reunited under a new name: Pilgrims. Their debut single Bright & Bold is available now, with a full album set for release on 30 January 2026.

Noonan and Crosby first formed Juniper (with Damien Rice) before becoming founding members of Irish indie band Bell X1. In the years since, both have developed singular careers: Noonan through Bell X1 and other projects Printer Clips and HousePlants (with electronic producer Daithí), and Crosby via acclaimed film and television scores and his solo piano and ambient work. Pilgrims marks their first creative collaboration in 16 years.

Bright & Bold introduces the sonic world of Pilgrims: intimate yet expansive, anchored in piano and voice.