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Episode 77 - Talk Talk with Graeme Thomson
May 20, 2026
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Episode 76 - Wax and Witches
Apr 10, 2026
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Episode 75 - Midge Ure
Mar 13, 2026
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Episode 74 - Aberdeen Jazz Festival 2026
Mar 9, 2026
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Feb 26, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/20/26 |  Episode 77 - Talk Talk with Graeme Thomson | This episode we catch up with Graeme Thomson who is about to release his new book "In Another World The Four Seasons of Talk Talk. This is the definitive biography of one of the most critically acclaimed and enigmatic groups of all time. For the first time, Graeme Thomson seeks to unpick this knottiest of musical locks and understand the other world of Talk Talk. The book is out on May 21st and is well worth a read.In the rest of the episodewe talk about the sad passing of Scott Hastings, this weekends european rugby finals, Ronaldo in the world cup and the Stones /Kneecap new albums, enjoy. | — | ||||||
| 4/10/26 |  Episode 76 - Wax and Witches | This episodes headline act is a chat with Rick McMurray, drummer from Northern Ireland legends Ash talking about his side project "Burned As Witches" and the self titled album which releases on the 17th April.Burned As Witches lands in the briefest of interludes from his day job in Ash, who've basically been working non-stop since the releases of 'Race The Night' in 2023 and the current 'Ad Astra' album. As Rick says, “if you're expecting some slices of powerpunkpop then think again” as Burned As Witches positively drips with big riffs , brilliant solos and beefy chord crunchings. This is intense, on all levels. Burned As Witches started as a way to deal with the untimely passing of Ash's long term live agent, friend and rock'n'roll hellraiser Steve Strange in 2021. Inspired by The Strange One's love of metal - this record was conceived in mourning and is all about the doom, full of chunky riffs and weighty themes. Rest very much unassured, Burned As Witches is an out and out rock album.The support act for the chat with Rick is a run through of Record Store Day 2026 which is on 18th April . We talk about key releases and how to prepare for the day.And finally we have a review of Gorillaz recent gig in Belfast which Terry attended.Thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 3/13/26 |  Episode 75 - Midge Ure | This episode the main feature is our chat with the legend that is Midge Ure. Midge Ure is set to embark on hisvisionary A Man Of TwoWorlds Tour this May and June 2026. The tour marks a bold new live chapter andcoincides with the release of his brand-new studio album, A Man Of Two Worlds,arriving on 8 May, the opening night of the tour.We talk to Midge all about the album and the live show and what we can expect.We also have a chat around the Six Nations, champions league and Terry reviews David Byrne live show in Glasgow. | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 |  Episode 74 - Aberdeen Jazz Festival 2026 | This pod is dedicated to the Aberdeen Jazz Festival which runs in the City from the 12th to 22nd March. There is lots on and we talk to Ana-Maria from Jazz Scotland all about whats on, where its on and why you should go. | — | ||||||
| 2/26/26 |  Episode 73 - R50 Rush Return To The Lighted Stage | This week its all about Rush who this week announced an extension to the Fifty Something tour which will take them to South America and more importantly to Europe. This has caused much excitement at Four Idle Towers as we secured our tickets for the Glasgow show . In this episode we discuss the new dates, talk about Rush gigs we've been to, what they might be playing, new members joining Geddy and Alex, favourite Rush albums and muse about the possibility of new music.Enjoy the listen | — | ||||||
| 2/20/26 | Episode 72 Dancing In The Moonlight | This week we talk to the star of "Moonlight The Philip Lynott Enigma" Moonlight is a powerful tribute that delves deep into the life, music, and legacy of one of rock’s most iconic frontmen. Peter M Smith is the star of the show taking on the iconic role of Phil himself which also brings Eric Bell to the stage. The show is on at Hammersmith Apollo in March and The Glasgow Pavilion in May.We also review latest round of six nations, the life of Robert Duvall and a live review of Mogwai in Aberdeen. | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | Episode 71 - Idle Banter | The four idle hands folks are back . This episode we cover a load of topics, a preview of the Six Nations tournament, 10 years since the death of David Bowie, the Grammys, Mandelson and live review of Pictish Trail and new albums from Sleaford Mods and Megadeth.Lots of stuff to listen to with your morning tea or coffee. | — | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | Episode 70 - Lost on Eigg with Pictish Trail | Its Episode 70 and we travel to the Island of Eigg to talk to Lost Map leader Johnny Lynch about life on Eigg, running Lost Map records, his new Pictish Trail album Life Slime and a load more. Johnny was a brilliant guest and well worth the listen.We also review the new Sprints and PSB albums with lots more chat besides. Thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | Episode 69 - Ashes to Ad Astra | Welcome to the Four Idle Hands Podcast and in this episode we focus on the upcoming new album from Northern Ireland legends Ash, out 3rd everywhere on 3rd October.We where joined by friend of the pod drummer Rick McMurray to talk through the album , the writing process, the space theme, the fantastic videos and much more. We also review some recent allbums from Suede and recent shows from Mercury Rev in Edinburgh and The Little Kicks in Aberdeen, thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | Episode 68 - Go Ahead Punkl, Make My All-Dayer | This week we are totally Live as in its a Live special with reviews of Nine Inch Nails in Dublin, Primavera Sound , Glasgow Punk All-Dayer and Sam Fender.And we have guest reviewers , Jack Lovie does NIN and Primavera while Michael and top gig Paparazzi Craig Chisholm cover the Punk All Dayer in Glasgow which was headlined by the Sex Pistols. Terry gets in on the act with Sam Fender from Newcastle. And thats it totally and without a safety net, enjoy. | — | ||||||
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| 6/12/25 | Episode 67 - Wytch Hazel ? | This pod our guest is Lancastrian Rock Band Wytch Hazel. The four idle team had been down to see Michael Schenker and Wytch Hazel where the support and they impressed. Great sound, great tunes and a great look. We speak to Colin Hendra from the band about its origins, influences and the look. Its a great chat and please check out the band if you have not heard them before. They have a new album V:Lamentations out on 4th July and you can buy from Bandcamp.Also on the menu is live Reviews of Pulps Glasgow gig at the Hydro and local lass Kathryn Joseph gig at the Lemon Tree.A packed episode! | — | ||||||
| 5/21/25 | Episode 66 - A Fierce Chat | This episode we talk to Fierce Beer supremo Dave Grant about the origins of Fierce, getting started, expansion and how the collabs with Aberdeen FC and rock legends Rush came about.Also on the menu is Pete Townsend birthday, Trump v The Boss, Six Nations kick off 2026, Reviews of Arcade Fire and Billy Nomates albums and a live review of Michael Schenker in Glasgow, thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 5/8/25 | Episode 65 The Big Special One | This episode our star guest are Big Special who are about to head off on tour around the UK supporting the Pixies. We speak to Joe and Callum about enhanced version of there debut album, touring with the Pixies and Irish surnames. They also drop a hint about new Sleaford Mods album. Also up for discussion this week is the Donald, Kneecap, The Pope and reviews of Self Esteem and Car Seat Headrest, enjoy. | — | ||||||
| 1/30/25 | Episode 64 - Rick Up Your Ears | Its 2025 and we kick off the year with a bumper episode. We cover Trump and his buddy Elon, Omagh Enquiry, Six Nations kick off, Neymar, reviews of Thin Lizzy and Mogwai new albums along with a live review of ace Rush taribute band Moving Pictures. And if thats not enough we have a chat with Ash drummer Rick McMurray who talks us through his 2024 with fav albums, plans for 2025 for Ash and side project Burned As Witches. Phew, grab a brew put your feet up and have a listen. | — | ||||||
| 12/19/24 | Episode 63 - Four Idle Hands Are Coming to Town | Bit of a festive special this episode. We have a double bill of Steven Milne talking about Little Kicks festive gig in Aberdeen and the state of gigs and shows in the City, then if thats not enough we get him to run through his favourite albums and songs of 2024. Happy Christmas from Michael and Terry. | — | ||||||
| 12/12/24 | Episode 62 - Sprinting Up That Hill | Its a Live Music special this week. Terry caught up with Dublin band Sprints before their gig in Glasgow SWG3 and we review Kneecap , Fontaines DC and Sleaford Mods gigs. Enjoy. | — | ||||||
| 11/15/24 | Episode 61 - Mamma Mia Band Aid is 40 | Its 40 years since the release of Do They Know It's Xmas! and this episode features #BandAid trustee & irrepressible music biz legend John Kennedy - he talks about his stellar career representing the #StoneRoses and #RichardAshcroft & his role in #ABBA #MammaMia. John has just released is book "Just For One Hour" which chronicles his career and its just amazing. He currently manages Richard Ashcroft who has just been announced as the soundtrack for the John Lewis 2024 Christmas Advert, listen and enjoy. | — | ||||||
| 11/8/24 | Episode 60 - The Cure for Everything | The Boys are Back in Town and this pod we are all over the new album from the Cure (which is fantastic), Kneecap movie which seems to be getting loads of award nominations, the return of Trump , the sad loss of Quincy Jones plus live reviews of PSB, Gaz Coombes and more | — | ||||||
| 9/25/24 | Episode 59 - Two Jack City | This week we are joined by friend of the pod and member of Aberdeen band Pages , Jack Lovie. Jack will be reviewing probably the two hottest gigs in town when he saw Jack White on his no name tour in Liverpool and then the very next night Chappell Roan in Glasgow. And if two gigs are not enough Terry went to see Snow Patrols hometown gig in the Ulster Hall, Belfast. We also take a spin around the weeks news covering (last time promise) Oasis, Liams performance at the Joshua fight, Universal shafting of superfans, album reviews of David Gilmour and Mercury Rev and PSB upcoming instore at Chameleon. | — | ||||||
| 8/28/24 | Win Oasis Tickets** for 2025 Warm Up Shows with Four Idle Hands | Lots to cover this week...We cover the hot of the press news that Oasis are back with a world tour in 2025. Four Idle Hands will sort you out with tickets for the Warm Up Gigs in Banchory Town Hall. We cover the Fringe By The Sea as Michael went to see Ash/Idlewild and HoneyBlood, Terrys went to the Fringe and we both went to see Alien Rommulus and Kneecap The Movie so we review all of that. and last but not least a review of Fontaines DC new album "Romance", thanks for listening. ** - tickets are only offered if warm up shows are in Banchory Town Hall, Aberdeenshire | — | ||||||
| 7/19/24 | Episode 57 - In Real Life with Indian Red Lopez | This episode we talk to Mikey and Darren from North East band Indian Red Lopez who release there first album in 10 years "Results Of My Dreaming" on 1st August 2024. You will be able to buy the vinyl from the bands Bandcamp page and stream on all usual platforms, its well worth your time. Also on the pod we talk about the Donald, Euros, Bob Dylan edinburgh gigs, Rory Gallaghers guitar up for sale and live reviews of The National at Edinburgh Castle and Nils Frahm at the Usher Hall. Thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 6/27/24 | Episode 56 - Vier Untätige Hände Go to the Euros | One half of the FIH team has been to the euros so in this episode we talk about the experience, getting to games, ticketing, atmosphere, beer and the actual games. Best teams so far, best players and prospects now that the knockout round is upon us. We also have a chat on this weekends Glastonbury festival and who we are looking to see. Danke fürs Zuhören | — | ||||||
| 4/17/24 | Episode 55 - Record Store Day 2024 | This episode is a record store day 2024 special. We run through what its all about, how the day works, what amazing vinyls will be released and how to get them online if you cant make the day. We also get first favourite vinyls from Echo Machines Gary Moore and Rick McMurray from Ash. We also have some sport chat and review of Queen B Beyonce new album and the latest from Khrungbin. | — | ||||||
| 3/13/24 | Episode 54 - A great big ECHO (machine) | Echo Machine are back with a new album, "Accidental Euphoria" , the follow up to 2020's Instant Transmissions, is out on Friday 15th March and we catch up with lead singer Gary Moore to talk about the album, touring with Placebo and much more. Also on the pod Aberdeen FC chat, Bucks Fizz, review of Nadine Shah new album. Thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
| 2/14/24 | Episode 53 - Don't Mention Taylor | We are back for Episode 53 Don't mention Taylor (we mentioned it once but we think we got away with it). In this episode we cover the first two weekends of the Six Nations, that big sporting event in USA (plus some Taylor chat) . Also gig reviews of Depeche Mode and The 1975, the Glasgow Film Festival and an Irish album special with reviews of Conchur White, The Sprints, New Dad and Problem Patterns. The live return of AC/DC gets a mentioned as we worry about gig prices. So a packed show , thanks for listening. | — | ||||||
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Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.
Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.