What creates a national sound? How does Scotland run through the veins of a band like Idlewild, despite their American influences?
Roddy Woomble and Rod Jones from Scottish indie stalwarts Idlewild join us to explore their new self-titled album and dig into the complexities of musical identity. Beginning in Scotland's tight-knit music community, then feeling like outsiders in London, the band reveal how geography and culture have shaped their sound and music over three decades.
Chapters:
03:00 – Exchange of Ideas: What music as conversation means beyond technical ability
06:00 – Literary Influences: Books, writers, and the Patti Smith revelation
09:00 – Sonic Youth Revolution: How Daydream Nation changed everything about playing guitar
13:00 – Scottish Identity: Self-deprecating culture and the outsider mentality
20:00 – Not Fitting Scenes: Missing Britpop and feeling closer to American bands
26:00 – Community Culture: Regional success and Scottish musical support networks
29:00 – Working with Producers: People skills and studio education
36:00 – New Album Production: Rod as producer capturing "melodic chaos"
40:00 – Visual Identity: Photography, album art, and the 28-year bookend
43:00 – Six Year Gap: COVID, solo projects, and finding renewed energy
47:00 – Rock's Resilience: Why rock refuses to die…
Continue the Conversation:
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<li>Email sean@drownedinsound.org with your thoughts on regional music scenes</li>
<li>Share your own experiences of musical identity and belonging</li>
<li>Subscribe to DiS newsletter for weekly insights on music and culture</li>
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Links:
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<li><a href='https://idlewild.co.uk/'>Idlewild Official Website</a></li>
<li><a href='https://store.idlewild.co.uk/'>New Album: Idlewild (Official Store)</a></li>
<li><a href='https://idlewild.co.uk/live'>Tour Dates</a></li>
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