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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AlbumsPond – Tasmania
An unpredictable and exciting record flowing with psychedelia and funk-driven basslines, Tasmania is a true reflection of what makes Pond so great Read more »| 28 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsThe Japanese House – Good at Falling
Good at Falling, the debut album from The Japanese House is a lucid dream, tumultuous and tender, steeped in self-reflection, self-appreciation, and self-growth Read more »| 28 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsStillhound – Stillhound
While it doesn't hold any big moments, Stillhound is a consistent return from the Edinburgh trio and sets an idyllic visual scene purely through sound that distances them from their debut Read more »| 27 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsSelf Esteem – Compliments Please
Vocally and lyrically charged, Self Esteem’s debut is one that takes several paths in its journey, revealing Rebecca Taylor as a remarkable vocalist and a powerful lyricist Read more »| 27 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsSnapped Ankles – Stunning Luxury
Snapped Ankles build upon their debut with Stunning Luxury, a streamlined yet incisive take on everyday politics Read more »| 27 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsBayonne – Drastic Measures
Drastic Measures is a firm step up for Bayonne, an album that continues to demonstrate the development of his effervescent sonic world Read more »| 21 Feb 2019
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AlbumsTeeth of the Sea – WRAITH
Occupying the same fertile underground as their Rocket Recordings stablemates, Teeth of the Sea deliver the goods once again on their latest album, Wraith Read more »| 21 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsMarkers – Heaven in the Dark Earth
With Heaven in the Dark Earth, Markers submerge the listener into their world of dignified silences, where the slightest movement of fingers on a fret board creates heightened drama Read more »| 21 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsAvril Lavigne – Head Above Water
An unfortunate, pretty bog-standard collection of pop songs fails to help Avril Lavigne stay afloat on her first record in five years Read more »| 21 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsSleaford Mods – Eton Alive
Sleaford Mods' latest album, Eton Alive is a belch in the face of the architects of austerity, a cry of sheer life amid an increasingly deadening environment Read more »| 21 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsDesperate Journalist – In Search of the Miraculous
The London four-piece return with a transcendent new album that's the next stage in their evolution Read more »| 19 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsJulia Jacklin – Crushing
Julia Jacklin returns with a remarkable second album which explores the quietly devastating aspects of love and heartbreak Read more »| 18 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsJames Yorkston – The Route to the Harmonium
James Yorkston's latest solo album is a captivating listen that demands your attention Read more »| 18 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsHoliday Ghosts – West Bay Playroom
The sprightly, jukebox days of rock'n'roll are given a cheeky, 21st century makeover on Holiday Ghosts’ sophomore album West Bay Playroom Read more »| 13 Feb 2019 -
AlbumsMillencolin – SOS
Millencolin’s first release in four years sees the Swedish punks tackle the chaos of modern life with a driving dose of nostalgic 90s skate-punk Read more »| 13 Feb 2019