Reviews
Album, EP and single reviews from The Skinny. Find reviews of the biggest new releases, as well as new records from up-and-coming new artists from across Scotland, the UK and beyond.
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Albums
Seefeel - Quique
They eschew the catchy hook, immersing the listener through subtle shifts. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
Albums
Rush - Snakes and Arrows
Honed songwriting lustre that only comes with over three decades in the game. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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Bonde do Role - With Lasers
...this relentlessly dumb ear-strike loses its charm very quickly Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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Elliot Smith - New Moon
His hushed voice and melancholic melodies are often breathtakingly beautiful. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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Patti Smith - Twelve
Unhindered in bringing new textures to the table. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
Ep
AoarA - Forward Through Ruin EP
Wistful moments and overwhelming assaults a-plenty: straightforward heavy metal with bagpipes. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007
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Albums
Antelope - Reflector
Lacks the full-blooded throng of youth. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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HTRK - Nostalgia (Fire Records) (Web)
Inspiration for hard-up, avant-garde noiseniks. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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HTRK - Nostalgia(Fire Records) (Print)
A total indifference to wearing clothes. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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The Icarus Line - Black Lives At The Golden Coast
Armed with plenty of riffing, muscular solos and menacing bass lines. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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Chris Cornell - Carry On
That voice has always sounded best next to an ugly riff. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
Singles
Gossip - Listen Up! Single Review by Nick Mitchell
It's not complex, it's a bit clichéd, but it just sounds too damn soulful to complain. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
Singles
Willy Mason - We Can Be Strong
Deep-rooted country influences and the twinkling pianos that glean a little swing and a little blues. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
Albums
Secret Chiefs 3 - Path of Most Resistance
An absolutely essential release for anyone who wants their music to surprise, inspire and excite. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007 -
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Editors - An End Has a Start
The borrowed idiosyncrasies that made their debut highly listenable are missed. Read more »| 10 Jun 2007