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The Emperor’s New Briefs: IDLES’ Ultra Mono Reviewed

Idles

Joy As An Act Of Resistance

Articles 4

A Quietus Interview

Of Cakes & Men: Sleaford Mods Interviewed

Luke Turner talks to Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn about masculinity, pornography and home baking. Photos thanks to Alasdair McLellan
Film

Reel Sounds – Vol. 3: IDLES, Toy Pianos And More At Doc’n Roll 2020

In the most unusual year, Doc'n Roll remains reassuringly reliable – this year programme features gems for hipsters and forklift-ers alike, finds Neil Fox
Black Sky Thinking

Idle Threat: Who Are The True Champions Of DIY Rock In 2020?

You can call it “Crank Wave”, you can call it “Wonk”, or you can even refer to “It Might Give You A Headache But Boy Is It Exciting-core”, says John Doran, as long as you recognise the importance of the Speedy Wunderground label and drop the embarrassing references to IDLES and Shame
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Stendhal Syndrome: Idles Interviewed

After years of struggling with their sound, Bristol's Idles found purpose in the brutal, dirty, humanity of grief. Frontman Joe Talbot discusses identity, art, society and smashing Jeremy Hunt's head

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