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MusicThe Skinny is back!
Scottish arts charity Outer Spaces is partnering with our publisher Radge Media CIC to continue our two decades of independent cultural journalism Read more »| 29 Sep 2026 -
IntersectionsLove Bites: First Round On Me
This month’s columnist reflects on the selfish wonders of a selfless act Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
BooksExit Party by Emily St. John Mandel
Emily St. John Mandel's latest novel blends sci-fi with creeping dystopia to enormous effect Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
MusicBlondshell – Violins
On her latest album as Blondshell, Sabrina Teitelbaum is more focused than ever on how her sense of self has evolved Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
FilmHeart of the Beast
Brad Pitt and his canine pal survive the wilderness and PTSD in this typically muscular action film from David Ayres, which is elevated by the tangible chemistry between Pitt and his four-legged co-star Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
Things To DoGet The September 2026 Issue of The Skinny!
Looking for a copy of our September 2026 magazine? Here's where to find one in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Read more »| 01 Sep 2026
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ArtSgàire Wood: In Pride, In Piety, In Vigilance @ Jupiter Artland, Edinburgh
Glasgow-based performance artist Sgàire Wood's venture into large-scale sculpture disorients rather than captivates, observes one writer Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
IntersectionsKeeping the Faith: Rethinking religion at university
Revival or survival – reports suggest Gen Z are on the search for meaning during challenging times, but can answers be found in Christian spaces? Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
ComedyThe Skinny on... Eva Peroni
One of Scotland's youngest and most exciting standups, Bestie winner and Edinburgh University survivor Eva Peroni takes on the Q&A Read more »| 07 Oct 2026 -
IntersectionsAsk Anahit: Ex Files
In this month's advice column, one reader spirals when they see an ex Read more »| 06 Oct 2026 -
MusicBoth Hands – Be Like a Mountain in a Moonlit Way
Edinburgh duo Both Hands blend beats and lyrical treats on their debut album Read more »| 06 Oct 2026 -
Musiccorto.alto on friendship and collaboration
On the day of his EIF show, Liam Shortall, aka corto.alto, joins us in the artist's studios above The Skinny office to talk about the spirit of friendship and collaboration that runs through his new album, SOME SMALL FORTUNE Read more »| 06 Oct 2026
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StudentsStudent Guide: Horoscopes for every Scottish University
Mystic Myrtle offers a horoscope reading for every star sign, and the Scottish University that most resembles it Read more »| 05 Oct 2026 -
Food And DrinkMountain Momo, Edinburgh
Mountain Momo serve up some plant-based Himalayan treats at their new permanent home in the west of Edinburgh Read more »| 05 Oct 2026 -
ComedyOn the Rise: Li Jin Hao on Scotland, the Fringe, and his new show
Ahead of his upcoming tour, Li Jin Hao reflects on the highs of this year's Fringe, the strong influence of the Scottish comedy circuit on his career and the parallels between his stand-up style and sushi Read more »| 05 Oct 2026 -
MusicEarl Sweatshirt + MIKE @ O2 Academy, Glasgow, 25 Sep
Two of the premier lyricists in modern hip-hop, Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE, bring a fun but sadly not special night to the Academy in Glasgow Read more »| 03 Sep 2026