Arts & Entertainment
The latest arts and entertainment highlights, previews, reviews, music and film features and opinion pieces from The Skinny writers.
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BooksSarah Bernstein on new novel Study for Obedience
Canadian-born, Highlands-based author Sarah Bernstein unpacks her second novel Study for Obedience, a gothic tale of power and complicity Read more »| 03 Jul 2023 -
ArtGlasgow School of Art Degree Show 2023: The review
This year's degree show at Glasgow School of Art sees graduates thoughtfully addressing chronic illness, queer representation and working class pride Read more »| 30 Jun 2023 -
ArtEdinburgh College of Art Degree Show 2023: The review
An interest in language and a devotion to craft define Edinburgh College of Art's degree show this year Read more »| 30 Jun 2023 -
ClubsScottish Clubbing Highlights: July 2023
Scotland might have seen plenty of sun in June, but July is looking equally HOT. Top picks include Theo Kottis, Ponyboy Pride, and Shoot Your Shot Read more »| 30 Jun 2023 -
BooksBellies by Nicola Dinan
Nicola Dinan's powerful and vulnerable debut Bellies marks a watershed moment in British trans fiction Read more »| 29 Jun 2023 -
MusicSpotlight On... Rudi Zygadlo
Ahead of releasing his third solo album, we shine a spotlight on Glasgow multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer Rudi Zygadlo Read more »| 29 Jun 2023
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ArtDuncan of Jordanstone Degree Show 2023: The review
This year's DJCAD graduates overcame the setbacks of the pandemic to create a range of dynamic and stimulating works Read more »| 29 Jun 2023 -
Musicbdrmm – I Don't Know
On I Don't Know bdrmm have created a solid formula: radio-rock with more substance, nuance and historical awareness than most of their contemporaries Read more »| 28 Jun 2023 -
MusicGrian Chatten – Chaos For The Fly
Grian Chatten’s debut solo album Chaos For The Fly brims with character and timeless appeal Read more »| 28 Jun 2023 -
MusicArctic Monkeys @ Bellahouston Park, Glasgow, 25 Jun
As Arctic Monkeys return to Glasgow, the Sheffield outfit confirm their world-beater status with an immaculate showcase of their skills Read more »| 27 Jun 2023 -
MusicThe Japanese House – In the End It Always Does
WIth her pop-heavy second album, Amber Bain is compelling as ever but falls a little short of coming full circle Read more »| 27 Jun 2023 -
MusicMong Tong 夢東 – Tao Fire 道火
On their latest album, Taiwanese duo Mong Tong 夢東 combine Southeast Asian influences for a collection of transportive, mesmerising soundscapes Read more »| 27 Jun 2023 -
FilmLa Syndicaliste
Isabelle Huppert stars as Maureen Kearney in this compelling real-life whistleblower drama set in the world of French nuclear power and politics Read more »| 26 Jun 2023 -
MusicDeath Grips @ Barrowlands, Glasgow, 21 Jun
Although a muddy sound mix hampers the clarity of tonight's performance, the crowd is unequivocally on Death Grips' side and the show carries a palpable catharsis Read more »| 23 Jun 2023 -
MusicCurtis Waters – BAD SON
Curtis Waters’ second album grapples with the lure and lust of stardom, and the crushing weight of its expectation and incessant attention Read more »| 23 Jun 2023