Idlewild
Idlewild is a Scottish alternative rock band formed in Edinburgh in 1995. They are known for their evolution from early punk-influenced sound to more melodic and experimental art rock styles including influences from R.E.M, The Replacements, The Smiths, Fugazi and everything in between. The band's lineup has seen some changes, with Roddy Woomble (vocals), Rod Jones (guitar), Colin Newton (drums), and Bob Fairfoull (bass) being the core members. Idlewild's discography includes nine studio albums, showcasing their diverse sonic landscape and willingness to explore new sounds, with a 10th LP slated for fall of 2025.
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Scottish alt-rockers Idlewild share anthemic melodic single "Like I Had Before" from forthcoming self titled LP
The Scottish alternative rock band Idlewild returned this summer with the welcome news of a self-titled album, their first since 2019, to land October 3rd via V2 Records. Its first single 'Stay Out Of Place', premiered by Steve Lamacq on his BBC 6 Music show, saw enthusiastic press support internationally and reborn love from their fanbase. It also went on to make the BBC 6 Music playlist.
Its emotive, widescreen follow-up 'It's Not The First Time' was similarly warmly received, a glorious piano-led ballad that wouldn't have felt out of place on 'The Remote Part'.
Today Idlewild share a third and final single from their upcoming album, 'Like I Had Before', another melodic anthem that's as immediate as anything to come from the band past and present.
Roddy had the following to say about the latest single from 'Idlewild':
"Songs can transmit what they have received with a peculiar force, a force which drives communication deep into the listeners mind. Sometimes I’m asked - which one of your albums is your favourite? This one, or the next one is what I reply."
Check out the latest single below, for an upbeat anthemic slice of Idlewild's melodic hook-laden brit pop / alternative rock sound. You can also check out the other two previously released singles "Stay Out of Place" and "It's Not The First Time" for another taste of their 10 track forthcoming LP coming in October. So great to have Idlewild back with new music and we can't wait to share more on this release!
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October 3, 2025The Scottish alternative rock band Idlewild is set to release their new self-titled album on October 3rd via V2 Records. The new LP marks their 10th studio LP and first in six years. The album will feature 10 brand new songs, including lead off single, 'Stay Out Of Place,' which showcases their signature warmth and melodic immediacy, blending influences from their indie and punk roots to recent art-pop explorations. Produced by Rod Jones and the band, the album reflects their evolution over the years while celebrating their established sound through a mix of big ideas and memorable tunes, that are all very much Idlewild.