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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Singles
Beirut - Elephant Gun
His heart lies somewhere in the Balkans Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
Singles
Deadbeats - Hotel
A surprisingly successful combination of country, 1960s rock and indie elements. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
Singles
Emma Pollock - Adrenaline
All in all, an underwhelming introduction to Emma Pollock. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
Singles
The Editors - Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors
This time around, it's all a little more relaxed and natural. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
Singles
White Stripes - Icky Thump
Like a satanic choir of robotic Jack Whites. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
Albums
Fu Manchu, The Cathouse, May 27
A stylistically casual set... Read more »| 10 Jul 2007
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Albums
Various Artists - Thank You For Being You
The stirring sound of Scotland today. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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Ulrich Schnauss - Goodbye
If spirituality and effervescence appeals, say hello... Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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The Willowz - Chautauqua
The Willowz hark back to an age of rugged, sincere rock. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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The Race - Ice Station
Not-to-be-deterred creative force Craig Klein takes it upon himself to trench down in his Chicago flat and singlehandedly plot The Race's return... Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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The Orange Lights - Life is Still Beautiful
Like Embrace without the... ahem... raw passion. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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The Cribs - Men's Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever
...patches of brilliance let down by weaker efforts... Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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Sky Like Static - The Logic of Complex Man
Moments of idiosyncrasy and charm collapse under the weight of ambition. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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Roman Revutsky and the Kara Sea - Building Bridges Volume 1
Works in theory, but somehow misses the point in performance. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007 -
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Napoleon IIIrd - In Debt To
It's all sterling advice. Read more »| 10 Jul 2007