Interviews
The Skinny discusses new releases and record choices with prominent artists and producers; covering everything from albums and songs to influences and matters of the heart.
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InterviewsSpotlight On... James Emmanuel
Ahead of releasing his latest EP, Good Man, we catch up with Nigeria-born, Edinburgh-based soul singer James Emmanuel Read more »| 11 Jun 2026 -
InterviewsMVT Cribs: Everywhere At Once Festival preview
Ahead of this month's inaugural UK-wide Everywhere At Once festival, we catch up with the Music Venue Trust, Purple Orange Arts Venue and Brooke Combe to discuss the importance of grassroots venues Read more »| 11 Jun 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Russell Stewart
Following the release of his surprise SCRAP METAL MIXTAPE, we catch up with Glasgow R'n'B and neo-soul artist Russell Stewart Read more »| 04 Jun 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Acolyte
Following the release of their debut EP The Blue Dark and ahead of a launch party this weekend in Edinburgh, we catch up with Acolyte Read more »| 28 May 2026 -
MusicMusic Now podcast: Kai Reesu on their SAY Award win and songwriting process
Paul Copeland and Jurnalist of Kai Reesu chat to us for the latest episode of our Scottish music podcast – listen to the episode here Read more »| 28 May 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... SHHE
Following the release of her latest album THALASSA, and ahead of two quadraphonic shows celebrating its release, we catch up with sound artist and producer SHHE Read more »| 21 May 2026
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InterviewsDOSS on Glasgow and their new EP
Hours before doors open for their sold-out show at The Art School, we catch up with DOSS to talk all things Glasgow and dig into their new EP Read more »| 19 May 2026 -
InterviewsLauren Auder on her new album and playing Hidden Door
Pop maverick Lauren Auder talks influences, AI and rejecting introspection ahead of a set at Edinburgh's Hidden Door Festival Read more »| 19 May 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Dead Pony
Ahead of stepping into a new era of Dead Pony with their latest EP, Eat My Dust!, we catch up with the unstoppable force that is singer Anna Shields Read more »| 14 May 2026 -
MusicKelburn Garden Party: Pyramid Stage 2026 revealed
With less than two months to go, the full lineup for our Pyramid Stage takeover at Kelburn Garden Party is finally here with SAY Award winners Kai Reesu joining the bill alongside GAÏA, Isa Gordon, Chef The Rapper and loads more Read more »| 13 May 2026 -
InterviewsPlay Time: Meet Scotland's Music Instrument Libraries
Music Broth, We Make Music Instrument Libraries and GLOSS tell us about the role of music instrument libraries in overcoming barriers to music tuition, reducing waste and connecting communities Read more »| 11 May 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Fright Years
Following the release of their new single Never Been Wrong and ahead of shows at The Great Escape, we catch up with Edinburgh band Fright Years Read more »| 07 May 2026 -
InterviewsCarla J. Easton on I Think That I Might Love You
As she gears up to release her fifth solo album, I Think That I Might Love You, we talk the past, present and future with Carla J. Easton Read more »| 05 May 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Wide Days 2026
Ahead of tonight's Talent Development showcase at Wide Days, we get to know the four artists in question – Lacuna, San Jose, Lo Rays and Roller Disco Death Party Read more »| 30 Apr 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Lizzie Reid
Following the release of her latest EP, Undoing, we catch up with Glasgow singer-songwriter Lizzie Reid Read more »| 23 Apr 2026