Live Music
The Skinny's guide to live music in Scotland. Our highlights of the best live gigs, and reviews of shows at venues large and small across Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond, plus previews of the summer's best music festivals.
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ReviewsChad VanGaalen @ Captain's Rest, 27 Nov
Sometimes confusion on stage translates to an ear-pleasing, cacophonic blend of voices and instruments, other times it’s just confusion. Canadian foursome Wo... Read more »| 09 Dec 2008 -
ReviewsNick Cave and the Bad Seeds @ Corn Exchange, 26 Nov
“You’ve got the wrong band, mate.” We’re only two songs in when Nick Cave politely draws a line in the sand and waves away a plea for... Read more »| 09 Dec 2008 -
PreviewsGogol Bordello @ Carling Academy, 19 Dec
Just in time for Christmas, Gogol Bordello, your favorite Eastern Europeans based in New York, are descending on Glasgow. With a sound like a cross between a... Read more »| 02 Dec 2008 -
PreviewsIsobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan @ The Picture House, 14 Dec
The modern Lee and Nancy prepare to bring their devilish folk alive again. Read more »| 01 Dec 2008 -
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Herman Dune @ Òran Mór, 14 Dec
Last time Herman Dune played Glasgow, I Wish That I Could See You Soon was the pearl in their heart-warming set. Well, with a new album comes a new tour, and... Read more »| 28 Nov 2008 -
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Stereolab @ Òran Mór, 16 Dec
After 18 years and nine albums, Stereolab continue to fly just under the radar with a status as critically acclaimed darlings and cult favourites that they s... Read more »| 27 Nov 2008
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Joan As Police Woman @ The Liquid Room, 13 Dec
Joan As Police Woman struts into Edinburgh. Read more »| 26 Nov 2008 -
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Metal Up Santa's Ass - December, 2008
The Classic Grand provides us with one genuine reason to get the neck muscles flexing when Clutch glide through town quicker than the man Claus Read more »| 26 Nov 2008 -
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The Pogues @ Carling Academy, 7 Dec
Yuletide-themed sofa adverts are all very well, but the Christmas build-up only truly begins when the Pogues arrive in town for their annual festive shindig.... Read more »| 26 Nov 2008 -
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Be A Familiar @ Classic Grand, 13 Dec
It’s no surprise that Glasgow band Be A Familiar count Sufjan Stevens and Broken Social Scene as inspiration. The seven piece ensemble occasionally em... Read more »| 26 Nov 2008 -
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The Wedding Present @ Moshulu, 13 Dec
David Gedge brings the latest incarnation of his cult-favourite '80s concern north of the border for the first time in a year. Although they've cultivated an... Read more »| 25 Nov 2008 -
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Youthmovies @ Sneaky Pete's, 21 Nov
Tonight, Youthmovies proved there’s no place like home - even if it's not. Read more »| 25 Nov 2008 -
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The Black Keys / Liam Finn @ The Queen's Hall, 16 Nov
Crowded House alum supports Ohian rootsmen in the Queen's Hall on a loud Sunday evening Read more »| 25 Nov 2008 -
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The Notwist @ King Tut's, 19 Nov
German veterans pull out all the stops Read more »| 24 Nov 2008 -
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These Arms Are Snakes @ Stereo, 17 Nov
A night of Progressive Noise wows unique Glasgow venue. Read more »| 24 Nov 2008