Artist IDLES
Features & Interviews
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We asked a load of DIY regulars about the small venues that got them to where they are today.
30th June 2020
In The Studio With… IDLES
The Bristol punks have already proved twice-over that they can pack a universally-connective emotional punch. Now on their forthcoming third LP, IDLES are aiming to change the game sonically too.
20th May 2020
IDLES talk their Hyundai Mercury Prize-shortlisted ‘Joy As An Act Of Resistance’
The incredible Joe Talbot opens up about the band’s spectacular last twelve months.
17th September 2019
“We’re not about ego boosts, but it’s nice to celebrate the album” - IDLES talk their Hyundai Mercury Prize spot
The always-modest Joe Talbot also confirms he was feeling “clammy but happy” about the nod.
25th July 2019
UNITY: how IDLES are forging a life-affirming community
As IDLES crown their game-changing year with a huge, sold-out London show at the O2 Forum, we meet fans, friends and tourmates to discover just why this band are becoming so important to so many.
23rd December 2018
No More Heroes: IDLES
Battling trauma and forging communities through championing vulnerability and exposing their imperfections, IDLES and their frontman Joe Talbot are offering an outstretched hand.
8th August 2018
IDLES open up about forthcoming second album and its “defiance of love”
Ahead of their DIY Presents show in New York next month, we caught up with singer Joe Talbot.
23rd February 2018
The Importance of Being IDLES
IDLES’ debut album ‘Brutalism’ and its sarcastic blasts of socially-attuned ire has earned them across-the-board acclaim, and now, a spot opening up for the Foo Fighters…
12th October 2017
Album Reviews
5 Stars
IDLES - Joy As An Act Of Resistance
No hyperbole needed; IDLES are the most important band we have right now.
4 Stars
IDLES - Brutalism
As vital as it is volatile.
News
IDLES share new single ‘A Hymn’
It’s the newest track lifted from their upcoming new album ‘Ultra Mono’.
July 14, 2020 5:30pm
Features / Tracks
Tracks: Noname, The Killers, IDLES and more
The biggest and best tracks of the past week, rounded up and reviewed.
June 19, 2020 6:00pm
News
IDLES confirm third album ‘Ultra Mono’
And they’re sharing thunderous new track ‘Grounds’ to celebrate.
June 16, 2020 6:00pm
News
IDLES remix LIFE’s ‘Switching On’
The Hull-based group’s latest single gets an industrial new reworking.
May 26, 2020 10:22am
Features / Tracks
Tracks: IDLES, Lady Gaga x Ariana Grande, Sundara Karma and more
The biggest and best tracks of the past week, rounded up and reviewed.
May 22, 2020 5:00pm
News
IDLES return with ‘Mr Motivator’
It’s the first glimpse into what LP3 has in store!
May 19, 2020 7:00pm
News
The May 2020 issue of DIY - featuring The Streets, Sports Team, IDLES & more - is out now!
Our new issue also features Moses Sumney, PVRIS, Car Seat Headrest and loads more.
May 8, 2020 12:59pm
News
The Streets’ Mike Skinner is on the cover of our May 2020 issue
Our new digital issue (out Friday 8th May) will also feature IDLES, Sports Team, Car Seat Headrest, PVRIS and loads more.
May 5, 2020 4:00pm
Features
DIYsolation: #13 with Idles and Heavy Lungs
Streaming directly to your sofa on Sunday at 5pm!
April 24, 2020 1:30pm
Reviews / Live
IDLES bring unbridled joy, unity and timely anger to Alexandra Palace
Sweaty, celebratory and utterly triumphant.
December 11, 2019 12:00am
News
IDLES announce new beer ‘KRFSHT’
They’ve teamed up with East London’s Signature Brew ahead of their show at Ally Pally on Saturday (7th December).
December 2, 2019 2:10pm
News
Watch IDLES play ‘Television’ live at Le Bataclan
The new clip is taken from their first-ever live-album, ‘A Beautiful Thing: IDLES Live At Le Bataclan’.
November 19, 2019 3:11pm
News
IDLES announce live album ‘A Beautiful Thing: IDLES Live At Le Bataclan’
The limited double LP is out on 6th December via Partisan Records.
October 18, 2019 10:48am
Reviews / Live
Wolf Alice, IDLES and Nile Rodgers & Chic bring joy at Standon Calling 2019
Friendly Fires and The Big Moon also stand out at the Hertfordshire festival.
August 1, 2019 1:16pm
Reviews / Live
Foals take their rightful Oxford crown, while Wolf Alice, IDLES and more triumph at Truck 2019
It might be a small festival, but it’s got some big-hitting winners.
July 30, 2019 8:22am
News
IDLES, The 1975 and slowthai all shortlisted for 2019 Hyundai Mercury Prize
Foals and Fontaines DC are also among the acts who’ll be vying for the prize this September.
July 25, 2019 11:00am
Archive
IDLES get animated in new ‘Never Fight A Man With A Perm’ video
A cartoon Joe Talbot fights it out in the arcade game style visuals.
July 15, 2019 3:04pm
News
Green Man Festival Releases Third Wave of Acts
The Big Moon, Villagers, Self Esteem and more have been added to the line-up.
July 9, 2019 2:35pm
Reviews / Live
IDLES fulfil a lifelong dream and cement their status as stars at Glastonbury 2019
The band’s set on the Park stage is rammed, jubilant and formative.
June 28, 2019 9:54pm
News
IDLES announce huge year-end UK shows
The band have scheduled four UK shows, including a stint at London’s Alexandra Palace.
June 24, 2019 10:59am