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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InterviewsRunning With Knives: Introducing Outblinker
Glasgow’s new psych heroes on the intricacies of sound, music business malaise, and working with Ben Power on their forthcoming album Read more »| 05 Aug 2015 -
InterviewsSurviving the Abyss: Chelsea Wolfe interviewed
Californian singer-songwriter Chelsea Wolfe is a byword for doom-laden gothic rock. Her new album, Abyss, takes inspiration from such cheery topics as sleep paralysis, extreme drought and exploring the depths of the mind. The Skinny peers behind the veil Read more »| 28 Jul 2015 -
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Prophets of Boom: The Sonics gear up for Wickerman
With the seminal garage outfit sounding as fiery now as in their 60s heyday, The Sonics' Gerry Roslie explains why it's just as sweet second time around Read more »| 17 Jul 2015 -
ClubsOrchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark: Hidden Orchestra's Joe Acheson
Edinburgh native Joe Acheson discusses new album, Reorchestrations, ahead of his appearance with Hidden Orchestra for Cross The Tracks at Summerhall Read more »| 13 Jul 2015 -
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The War On Drugs: "It's fun to be the underdog in a mainstream world"
Ahead of their return to the UK this month, The War On Drugs' mainstay Adam Granduciel breaks something of a silence to share his reaction to the phenomenal success of Lost In The Dream and what the next chapter might hold for the band Read more »| 08 Jul 2015 -
InterviewsAn Asphalt Haunting: Introducing Man of Moon
Young Edinburgh two-piece Man of Moon have been enticing audiences for a while. But now, with their debut single The Road/This World about to be released, lunar orbit beckons Read more »| 03 Jul 2015
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Under the Influence: Failure on The Cure, Big Star, Blonde Redhead and more
Returning from a 17-year break with a cosmic odyssey titled The Heart Is a Monster this month, the reactivated LA space rock trio reveal the albums that make up their DNA. Read more »| 29 Jun 2015 -
Festivals
Postcard from Auld Reekie – Big Gold Dream: Scottish Post-Punk and Infiltrating the Mainstream
Grant McPhee's ten years in the making Big Gold Dream charts the highs and lows of Edinburgh's post-punk scene. Two of its vanguards, Vic Godard and Malcolm Ross, recall those heady days ahead of the film's world premiere at Edinburgh Film Festival Read more »| 23 Jun 2015 -
InterviewsSweets and Heavy Bass: The SAY Award 2015
The Skinny spent the evening at the 2015 SAY Awards in Glasgow eating popcorn, admiring quilts and chatting with excited prize winner Kathryn Joseph Read more »| 18 Jun 2015 -
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An Honest Romance: PAWS revisit Youth Culture Forever
PAWS' second album Youth Culture Forever saw them becoming bolder and brighter. The band's songwriter Phillip Taylor revisits its origins, and the trio play us an exclusive session to celebrate the record at Edinburgh's Tape Studio Read more »| 17 Jun 2015 -
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Pulling on Threads: Paolo Nutini ruminates on Caustic Love
A newly confident Nutini talks of the names and places behind Caustic Love, and the importance of taking time out. He also offers an exclusive rendition of his track Scream (Funk My Life Up), recently shot at Sam’s BBQ, Austin Read more »| 17 Jun 2015 -
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Keep the Faith: Errors reflect on 12 years of hard labour
With a place on the hotly contested SAY Award shortlist, Errors are rightly receiving recognition for taking risks at this stage in their career. Vocalist Steev Livingstone discusses his new lyrical focus and the difficulties facing young musicians today Read more »| 17 Jun 2015 -
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The Bones of Us All: Kathryn Joseph revisits her debut
From truly sorrowful beginnings, Kathryn Joseph has crafted one of the year's most raw, unflinching and remarkable records. To celebrate her Scottish Album of the Year Award win, she reflects upon the album's success. Read more »| 16 Jun 2015 -
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Back and Forth: Slam's Orde Meikle recaps 'Reverse Proceed'
Drawing on 22 years of experience, Slam have delivered one techno’s most enjoyable, forward-thinking techno albums in recent years. Orde Meikle reflects on the scope of its ambition Read more »| 16 Jun 2015 -
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Pretty Good Year: Stina Tweeddale on Honeyblood's SAY nomination
Honeyblood's Stina Tweeddale is happy to talk about the other albums nominated for the SAY Award, but it's her own that ranks among the favourites to win the coveted title. The Skinny caught up with the guitarist to talk about the band's rise and rise Read more »| 16 Jun 2015