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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MusicChappell Roan @ O2 Academy, Glasgow, 15 Sep
With captivating stage presence and queer pop joy, Chappell Roan holds us rapt in the palm of her hand Read more »| 17 Sep 2024 -
BooksThe Strangers by Ekow Eshun
In this non-fiction narrative of five historical Black Men, Ekow Eshun explores the histories and contexts that formed them Read more »| 17 Sep 2024 -
MusicKaty J Pearson – Someday, Now
Across her third studio album, Katy J Pearson and producer Bullion concoct a sparkling mix of acoustic and electronic sounds as she reflects on loss and pain Read more »| 17 Sep 2024 -
MusicSearching for SOPHIE
New music from SOPHIE is a gift. In remembering beloved artists, how do we make sure that their specificity doesn't get lost over time? And how can we protect their art while still respecting their humanity? Read more »| 17 Sep 2024 -
FilmStrange Darling
Strange Darling is a memorable take on the serial killer subgenre that's at its most appealing when it's still unravelling its mysteries Read more »| 16 Sep 2024 -
MusicKaty J Pearson on Someday, Now
Ahead of releasing her third solo studio album, we talk to Katy J Pearson about pop music, living in the moment, and working with producer Bullion on Someday, Now Read more »| 16 Sep 2024
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FilmFlirting with the grotesque: Coralie Fargeat on The Substance
The Substance, a gonzo horror starring Demi Moore as an ageing actress who refuses to be put out to pasture, comes to cinemas on a wave of critical acclaim. Director Coralie Fargeat tells us about her love of excess and finding the perfect lead in Moore Read more »| 16 Sep 2024 -
MusicGurry Wurry – Happy For Now
Leith singer-songwriter Gurry Wurry's second album Happy For Now is weird. The good kind of weird, but weird nonetheless Read more »| 16 Sep 2024 -
MusicMelt-Banana @ Stereo, Glasgow, 12 Sep
Three decades in, Melt-Banana remain a mesmeric, powerful unit, and a force to be reckoned with Read more »| 13 Sep 2024 -
MusicThe Lemon Twigs @ Saint Luke's, Glasgow, 10 Sep
The D'Addario brothers are clearly having a lot of fun tonight, and their mix of playfulness and geekery makes them a joy to watch Read more »| 13 Sep 2024 -
MusicThe SAY Award: The 2024 Longlist
The SAY Award 2024 longlist has been announced; here's a look at some of the artists in competition for one of Scotland’s highest musical honours Read more »| 12 Sep 2024 -
MusicSpotlight On... Possibly Jamie
With his latest single Want out today, we catch up with Possibly Jamie to find out more Read more »| 12 Sep 2024 -
ComedyThe Skinny on... MC Hammersmith
The world's leading rapper to emerge from the ghetto of middle class London, MC Hammersmith (aka Will Naameh) follows his sell-out Fringe run with a look back on the acoustic foam panelling that made him Read more »| 12 Sep 2024 -
ArtThe Best of Scottish Design: Dundee Design Festival 2024
Dundee Design Festival lands in the UNESCO City of Design this month, with the chance to see the work of 180 designers all under one roof. We catch up with this year’s festival director, our very own Stacey Hunter, to find out more Read more »| 12 Sep 2024 -
ArtWriting Intimacy: The Skinny Prize 2024
The Skinny meets Samuel Temple – the winner of this year’s The Skinny Prize at RSA New Contemporaries – to learn more about their making process, inspirations and the realities of post-art school life Read more »| 12 Sep 2024