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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InterviewsThe Stolen Breath of Things: Daedelus on 'Drown Out'
Alfred 'Daedelus' Darlington tells us how grief inspired his new album, examines the dangers of 'press-play' electronic music and gives some insights into the roots of the LA beat scene Read more »| 11 Oct 2013 -
InterviewsThe Last Word: John Lydon talks PiL, politics and the re-packaging of punk
With his attention now fully on a rejuvenated Public Image Ltd, John Lydon explains why he’s happier than ever making music, and why he’s done with the Sex Pistols Read more »| 10 Oct 2013 -
InterviewsIn Hindsight: Ben Deily explores The Lemonheads' punk origins
As The Lemonheads prepare their earliest recordings for a new lease of life, formerly estranged co-founder Ben Deily revisits the Boston band's punk origins Read more »| 07 Oct 2013 -
InterviewsDuet: Everything Everything vs Dutch Uncles
As they prepare to head out on tour together, Everything Everything and Dutch Uncles have a meeting of minds about arena experiences, songcraft and when to say 'I love you' Read more »| 07 Oct 2013 -
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Never Let Me Go: Daughter's Elena Tonra in interview
As Daughter explore America's Deep South for the first time, founder Elena Tonra stops to ponder why they're connecting with listeners far and wide Read more »| 04 Oct 2013 -
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These New Puritans’ Jack Barnett recaps Field of Reeds
Ahead of this month’s tour, we talk to These New Puritans’ Jack Barnett about their visionary, Elton-praised third album Field of Reeds Read more »| 04 Oct 2013
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A Different Animal: Soundgarden's Ben Shepherd reveals In Deep Owl
As HBS, Soundgarden’s Ben Shepherd sneaks under the wire with a diverse collection of haunting folk ballads and kaleidoscopic psych rock. He explains why he kept us waiting Read more »| 02 Oct 2013 -
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Nicolas Jaar explores his DARKSIDE
Genre-defying prodigy Nicolas Jaar has teamed up with guitarist Dave Harrington for an ambitious project that throws elements of rock's outer limits into Jaar's potent mix of jazz, house and ambient. We discuss their venture into the DARKSIDE Read more »| 02 Oct 2013 -
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Scottish labels and promoters unite for The Pleasance Sessions
This month sees the unveiling of The Pleasance Sessions, a multidisciplinary festival which unites independent Scottish labels and promoters for a fortnight of music, comedy and spoken word on Edinburgh University's campus. We speak to some of the players Read more »| 02 Oct 2013 -
InterviewsCloser to the Light: Justin K. Broadrick reprises Jesu
Producer, remixer and extreme music pioneer Justin K. Broadrick gets existential, reflecting on a long career and dissecting the odd relationship between his two main projects, Godflesh and Jesu Read more »| 19 Sep 2013 -
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Through the Never: Oneohtrix Point Never talks digital hoarding
Daniel Lopatin on his new album for Warp, harsh piano lessons, and 'object-oriented ontology' Read more »| 17 Sep 2013 -
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CHVRCHES: "We're not in the business of writing chirpy pop songs"
CHVRCHES are a bona fide Scottish synth-pop phenomenon – as they prepare to release debut album The Bones Of What You Believe, we talk gear-packing Tetris, growing up in public, and do some serious myth-busting Read more »| 11 Sep 2013 -
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The Last Word: Al Jourgensen waves goodbye to Ministry
As he prepares to bookend three decades of chaos with one last album and a compelling memoir, Al Jourgensen explodes Ministry’s myths and offers a cautionary tale of rock’n’roll excess Read more »| 05 Sep 2013 -
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Interview: 65daysofstatic return with Wild Light
Five albums, a relentless touring schedule, a film score and a confusing name have not dulled the fire in 65daysofstatic's belly. Paul Wolinski gives voice to an instrumental band Read more »| 05 Sep 2013 -
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The Art of Letting Go: RM Hubbert on Breaks & Bone
After a duo of acclaimed records inspired by loss and reconnections, RM Hubbert explains why third solo album Breaks & Bone is about moving on Read more »| 04 Sep 2013