DrownedInSound — Now that frontman Roddy Woomble is off being a full-time folk singer and hillwalking enthusiast, the burden seems to fall on Rod Jones and The Birthday Suit to provide that next great indie-rock album that Idlewild never quite made. Read the f... more info

DrownedInSound — With Roddy off making folk records, Rod Jones, the riff-spewing guitarist from DiS-favourites Idlewild, has been working on a new band, who play their first show tomorrow night in Edinburgh. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

DrownedInSound — Fruit Tree Foundation is a new independent project in Scotland led by musicians Rod Jones (Idlewild) and Emma Pollock (solo artist and ex-Delgado). Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

ContactMusic — Scottish rockers IDLEWILD have scrapped an upcoming U.S. tour after guitarist ROD JONES smashed his collarbone in an accident.The group was expected to start the... more info

Scotsman.com — HE is more used to playing to huge crowds at sell-out gigs and festivals across the globe. more info

The Mirror — Idlewild's Rod Jones has reassured fans the group will be back touring and recording together after their hiatus. more info