Idles on Being Multi-Grammy Nominees: ‘We’re Grateful to Be Here, But to Need Validation From Awards Would Be Toxic’

It may be surprising to learn that Idles, one of the most innovative rock bands to arise in years and an unlikely Grammy perennial, seem to have little background in rock music — at least frontman Joe Talbot. “My influences come from hip-hop, soul music, blues, garage, grime and jungle,” the 40-year-old Brit says, similar to […]