Discussing Podcast 18, featuring Joe Talbot from IDLES
In a candid and engaging conversation, Joe Talbot, the lead vocalist of the acclaimed British band IDLES, discusses the band's approach to growth, unity, and self-assessment in a new podcast. The interview, which took place in a hotel cafe, was fresh from IDLES' Abbey Road lock-in and was filled with moments of humour, as Talbot was occasionally distracted by a croissant.
The podcast, titled Edit Podcast 18, is a continuation of the interview with Talbot and delves deeper into the topics of learned pressures, success, and the band's philosophy. Talbot reflects on IDLES' conscious effort to evolve while maintaining authenticity in their work, stating, "We wanted to rebuild ourselves creatively in a way that is raw, pure, and meaningful, inspired by the philosophy of brutalist architecture."
This philosophy emphasizes building something quickly and efficiently that serves a community affected by hardship. Paralleling IDLES’ approach to writing music that confronts trauma and social issues directly, Talbot explains, "We're stripping back to fundamental principles and creating something honest and constructive rather than superficial or 'shit music'."
The podcast is not an advertisement but offers the option to sign up for pre-orders, exclusives, and special offers from the Rough Trade store. Highlights from the latest website Edit picks include Fenne Lily, Mammal Hands, A Certain Ratio, and Mildlife, and the music played during the podcast includes tracks from these artists, as well as IDLES' own "The Lover".
The podcast is set to be released a few weeks after the interview, and IDLES' third album, Ultra Mono, is also set for release around the same time. Ultra Mono has been announced as Album of the Month on a certain website, further cementing the band's reputation as one of the most exciting acts in British music today.
Listeners can access the podcast at the Edit Podcast website, where they can also discover more about the band and the music industry. The podcast is a must-listen for fans of IDLES and anyone interested in the creative process behind one of the most influential bands of our time.
[1] Quote from Joe Talbot about IDLES' growth and avoiding writing "shit music" reflects the band's commitment to intentional artistic evolution and the creation of meaningful, community-focused music, avoiding complacency or creative decay.
The podcast, titled Edit Podcast 18, delves into IDLES' commitment to intentional artistic evolution, as Talbot explains, "We're strippng back to fundamental principles and creating something honest and constructive rather than superficial or 'shit music'". The podcast offers a glimpse into the band's creative process, whose philosophy emphasizes building something raw, pure, and meaningful, like their music that addresses trauma and social issues head-on.
