Reviews
Album, EP and single reviews from The Skinny. Find reviews of the biggest new releases, as well as new records from up-and-coming new artists from across Scotland, the UK and beyond.
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AlbumsNat Baldwin - Lights Out
plaintive singing contrasts eloquently with the staccato bass Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
AlbumsLittle Barrie — Stand Your Ground
a delicate and eminently listenable meshing of dynamics Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
AlbumsHusky Rescue - Ghost is Not Real
Who let the dogs out? Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
AlbumsAereogramme - My Heart Has a Wish That You Would Not Go
a prime example of the great heights that a little longevity can take you to Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
The Hedrons - One More Won't Kill Us
Considerable charm and panache, yet lacking originality and breadth Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Singles
Duke Special - Freewheel Review
A charming prospect Read more »| 10 Feb 2007
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Ep
Sixpeopleaway - EP
A novel twist on the old singer/songwriter formula Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Ep
Callel - The First EP
A duplicitous twist on their heroes of old Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Singles
Popup - Chinese Burn
B-side 'Stagecoach' has a silly, leftfield charm, sweetly sympathetic about a girl who cannae catch a bus. Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
Rose Kemp - A Hand Full of Hurricanes
laboured vocals and strange lyrics equate to a strong reliance on American grassroots influences Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
David Karsten Daniels - Sharp Teeth
A richly orchestrated tapestry played out by 19 musicians carrying as many instruments Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Singles
Malcolm Middleton - A Brighter Beat Single
An anthem for angst-ridden agoraphobics Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
Malcolm Middleton - A Brighter Beat Album
brighter, grander and lusher Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
The Fast Camels — The Magic Optician
Lifts the eyes toward the lights Read more »| 10 Feb 2007 -
Albums
Idlewild - Make Another World
A 35-minute romp built from jagged chords and Woomble's little boy lost vocals. Read more »| 10 Feb 2007