Opinion
Our music writers share opinion pieces on everything from the state of our music venues to who should have won various musical awards. Discover new music and get the latest insight on all things music savvy.
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OpinionHighs and Lows: 2023 in Scottish Music
From venue closures and festival cancellations, to award-winning artists and community radio birthdays, we take a look at the highs and lows of the year in Scottish music Read more »| 06 Dec 2023 -
OpinionBack From the Moon: The Spook School return
As The Spook School gear up for their return from the moon, they take us on a trip down memory lane exploring the evolution of the band as they celebrate ten years of their debut album Read more »| 27 Nov 2023 -
FilmGrease 2 4EVA, I.D.S.T.
In Grease 2, sexism and patriarchal misogyny hang heavy in the air like a bad smell, but Michelle Pfeiffer rules the school – we take a closer look at the cinematic flop turned cult classic Read more »| 13 Nov 2023 -
OpinionCelebrating 30 Years of Nirvana's In Utero
As Nirvana's In Utero celebrates its 30th anniversary, we look back on the album's importance and how its influence extends to bands and artists today Read more »| 08 Nov 2023 -
MusicThe 13th Note: What is a venue without its workers?
In light of its recent closure, to understand the legacy of The 13th Note we speak to a handful of musicians and workers who have passed through its doors over the years Read more »| 27 Jul 2023 -
TravelCity of Music: A guide to live music in Glasgow
Glasgow’s music scene is world-famous. Every band who comes here says so, and they are not contractually obliged to do that. Here’s why. Read more »| 26 Jun 2023
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OpinionGuest Selector: Fred Deakin
To help get us in the mood ahead of his immersive theatre show Club Life, Lemon Jelly's Fred Deakin selects some of his favourite (mostly) 80s and 90s tunes Read more »| 22 May 2023 -
OpinionWho Run The World? Politics in Pop
As government politicians continue to squabble over Partygate, mainstream music stars are addressing the rising concerns of the nation. We explore how pop's biggest stages continue to collide with radical political expression Read more »| 09 May 2023 -
MusicPopgirlz on friendship-building and nurturing networks
We get to know the Popgirlz Scotland collective a little bit better, while they curate a special playlist for us featuring just a fraction of their talented members Read more »| 04 May 2023 -
MusicSkrillex, Fred Again.. and dance-pop as gateway and curse
We chat with two rising voices in Scottish dance music about pop crossovers, and why Skrillex is really just like Anakin Skywalker Read more »| 26 Apr 2023 -
OpinionInternational Music Festivals: A How-To Guide
With international music festivals confidently back on the menu, here are a few things to think about before you go abroad for your 2023 music festival fix Read more »| 05 Apr 2023 -
OpinionWhat happens when an artist doesn't get paid by a festival
Lost Map Records boss and Pictish Trail frontman Johnny Lynch talks us through the stressful reality of what happens when a festival doesn't pay the artists and asks music fans to make better choices Read more »| 04 Apr 2023 -
OpinionFields of Dreams: Scottish Music Festivals in 2023
Haven't figured out what homegrown music festivals you want to go to this year? With this guide to the year ahead, we've got you covered! Read more »| 04 Apr 2023 -
OpinionSounds of Singeli: Inside Tanzania's underground
A new youth-driven sound is spilling out from the streets in Tanzania's largest city. At furious speeds as high as 300BPM, Singeli takes no prisoners Read more »| 06 Feb 2023 -
OpinionFeeling Inspired: Young Fathers' likes and inspirations
Young Fathers tell us about just a few of the people, places, exhibitions, music, books, films and more that inspire them Read more »| 30 Jan 2023