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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Live MusicHope of the States @ Stereo, Glasgow, 5 Dec
Reuniting for a handful of shows 18 years after their split, Hope of the States sound as riotous and invigorating as ever before, hinting at new music to come Read more »| 10 Dec 2024 -
InterviewsWuh Oh on major labels, lost albums, and new project Ferguson
With his debut album as Wuh Oh finally released, we talk to Pete Ferguson about his experiences in the major label game, and look to his future as Ferguson Read more »| 09 Dec 2024 -
Live MusicFontaines D.C. @ OVO Hydro, Glasgow, 4 Dec
Playing to a sold out Hydro at the end of another huge year, Fontaines D.C. prove they were made for the big time Read more »| 06 Dec 2024 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Dubinski
Following the release of their latest single Downtown Operation, we catch up with Edinburgh four-piece Dubinski Read more »| 05 Dec 2024 -
Live MusicCharli xcx @ OVO Hydro, Glasgow, 2 Dec
After raving around the world, this year’s biggest pop star finishes her victory lap in Glasgow. More than brat summer, this was the year of Charli xcx, and she’s here to show the Hydro just what it means to be a 365 party girl Read more »| 05 Dec 2024 -
OpinionThe Skinny's Scottish Albums of 2024
We polled our writers for their favourite Scottish albums of the year, and the results are in... Read more »| 05 Dec 2024
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New MusicScottish New Music Round-up: December 2024
What a way to end the year – CHVRCHES frontwoman Lauren Mayberry presents her debut solo album, while Scotland’s own female/non-binary songwriting collective Hen Hoose drop another EP of excellent collaborations Read more »| 04 Dec 2024 -
OpinionThe Skinny's Albums of 2024
We polled our music team for their favourite albums of the year, and while their individual lists were hugely varied, one bright green record in particular dominated like never before... Read more »| 03 Dec 2024 -
Live MusicScottish Live Music Highlights: December 2024
High-profile pop artists are hitting Scotland for their end-of-year celebrations, but there's also plenty of Christmas nights out with local artists this December Read more »| 03 Dec 2024 -
Live MusicHoneyglaze @ King Tut's, Glasgow, 26 Nov
South London trio Honeyglaze bring their latest album Real Deal and eclectic sound to a mixed crowd at King Tut's Read more »| 29 Nov 2024 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Washington
Following the release of his latest EP XTC, we catch up with Scottish rapper Washington Read more »| 28 Nov 2024 -
OpinionSnowmen, Santa and Serious Music: RSNO Christmas Concert
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra Christmas concert puts the audience participation into classical music across the country Read more »| 28 Nov 2024 -
Live MusicParty Starters: Hogmanay 2024 Highlights
Here's how to celebrate Hogmanay in Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond, from street parties and daytime gigs to big nights out and great ways to bring in the new year Read more »| 25 Nov 2024 -
Live MusicEnglish Teacher @ QMU, Glasgow, 18 Nov
Mercury Prize winners English Teacher deliver a knockout performance at Glasgow's QMU, and lets us in on a few secrets along the way Read more »| 22 Nov 2024 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Al Gu
With their debut EP Goop out today, we shine a spotlight on Edinburgh-based electronic, breakbeat and heavy bass DJ and producer Al Gu Read more »| 21 Nov 2024