Music
The Skinny magazine music guide. We bring you the latest music highlights, gig reviews and previews, music videos, album reviews and features. Find exclusive interviews with local bands and international stars, bespoke playlists and video premieres.
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ReviewsBenjamin Clementine – I Tell a Fly
Though the second half drags, Benjamin Clementine's I Tell a Fly demands repeat listens, and promises sustained delight Read more »| 25 Sep 2017 -
New MusicBlue Rose Code – Bluebell (Video Premiere)
Watch the video for Bluebell by Blue Rose Code recorded live at GloWorm Recording, Glasgow Read more »| 25 Sep 2017 -
Live MusicThe National @ Usher Hall, Edinburgh, 20 Sep
The National play a set very much in honour of their critically acclaimed new album Sleep Well Beast and bring a high energy performance that leaves the crowd in awe Read more »| 22 Sep 2017 -
Interviews
The Horrors' Joshua Hayward on new album V
We speak to Joshua Hayward of The Horrors about their latest album, V, Depeche Mode, Primal Scream, and social media Read more »| 22 Sep 2017 -
News
Scottish Alternative Music Awards announce 2017 nominees
Check out the nominees for the eighth Scottish Alternative Music Awards, who include Siobhan Wilson, Babe and Shogun Read more »| 21 Sep 2017 -
Festivals
Doune The Rabbit Hole 2017: The Report
Despite various problems with the weather, tech and cancellations, we still enjoyed our weekend at 2017's Doune The Rabbit Hole Read more »| 20 Sep 2017
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Reviews
Omni – Multi-task
Building upon the strengths of their debut, Deluxe, Omni's Multi-task is much more of a grower, but over time proves itself to be a triumphant lesson in post-punk Read more »| 20 Sep 2017 -
Interviews
Vessels discuss new album The Great Distraction
We speak to Vessels' Lee J Malcolm and Martin Teff about the group's fourth studio album, The Great Distraction Read more »| 20 Sep 2017 -
Live Music
LCD Soundsystem @ Barrowlands, Glasgow, 19 Sep
Six years on from their farewell tour, LCD Soundsystem return to Barrowlands with a set combining the recklessness of youth and the conviction of experience Read more »| 20 Sep 2017 -
Reviews
Wolves in the Throne Room – Thrice Woven
Thrice Woven is a beautifully composed black metal record that stands up with all the greats Read more »| 19 Sep 2017 -
Live Music
This is the Kit @ Gorilla, Manchester, 17 Sep
On a glum Sunday in autumn, This is the Kit have everyone smiling at tonight's Gorilla show Read more »| 19 Sep 2017 -
Live Music
Charly Bliss @ The Hug & Pint, Glasgow, 17 Sep
Charly Bliss sell out The Hug & Pint tonight, and it seems they're absolutely killing it on their first ever European tour Read more »| 19 Sep 2017 -
Interviews
Wolf Alice on epic second album Visions of a Life
Two years after pulling away from the rest of the indie rock pack with My Love Is Cool, Wolf Alice frontwoman Ellie Rowsell talks us through their massive, LA-recorded follow-up Read more »| 19 Sep 2017 -
Live Music
Ryan Adams @ Usher Hall, Edinburgh, 15 Sep
Tonight's Ryan Adams show sadly feels entirely self-indulgent, making for an overall disappointingly dull show Read more »| 19 Sep 2017 -
Reviews
Phoebe Bridgers – Stranger in the Alps
When Phoebe Bridgers gets it right on Stranger in the Alps, you can see her making a long career of this Read more »| 19 Sep 2017