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 MusicNerina Pallot @ The Liquid Room, Edinburgh, 10 Apr
Despite arriving on stage slightly later than planned, and performing a set that doesn't always land, Nerina Pallot's personality is the true star tonight Read more »| 16 Apr 2018 -
Live Music
The Vaccines @ Manchester Academy, 9 Apr
The Vaccines' infectious indie-rock turns the Academy into a whirlwind of high-energy partying and indie bangers Read more »| 13 Apr 2018 -
ReviewsJosh Rouse – Love in the Modern Age
Love in the Modern Age sees Josh Rouse reinventing himself again for an album full of great singles Read more »| 13 Apr 2018 -
Live Music
Goat Girl @ Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh, 10 Apr
Goat Girl play a dark and gloomy set that fully captures the moodiness of their self-titled debut Read more »| 13 Apr 2018 -
Reviews
Josh T Pearson – The Straight Hits!
The Texas troubadour puts away the acoustic tornadoes and tries to connect with his funny bone. Sort of... Read more »| 13 Apr 2018 -
InterviewsWe Deserve Love: Arcade Fire on defying backlash
After years spent untouchable at the top, Montreal's indie rock royalty saw the tide turn against them last summer. Will Butler discusses their arena bid to reclaim their crown Read more »| 13 Apr 2018
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Interviews
Zoe Graham on songwriting, pop music & Wide Days
Ahead of her performance at this year's Wide Days showcase we catch up with Zoe Graham to talk songwriting, rivalry and the merits of pop music Read more »| 13 Apr 2018 -
Film
Fringe 2018: Goblin to play iconic Suspiria & Dawn of the Dead scores
The Italian prog heroes will be playing live to these two classic 70s horrors at this year’s Fringe Read more »| 12 Apr 2018 -
New MusicMidas Fall – Glue (Video Premiere)
Watch the animated video for Glue from Scottish post-rock duo Midas Fall Read more »| 12 Apr 2018 -
New Music
XamVolo – Cathedrals (Track Premiere)
Listen to the new single Cathedrals, from rising neo-soul artist XamVolo Read more »| 12 Apr 2018 -
New Music
Crow's Feet – Towns (Track Premiere)
Listen to the new single Towns, from Scottish ambient pop band Crow's Feet Read more »| 12 Apr 2018 -
InterviewsAlexis Taylor on new album Beautiful Thing
Working alongside producer Tim Goldsworthy, Alexis Taylor’s new solo album is a very different beast to its predecessor, breaking new ground both musically and lyrically Read more »| 11 Apr 2018 -
Festivals
Doune the Rabbit Hole reveals 2018 line-up
The 2018 edition of the festival features Aidan Moffat & RM Hubbert's new collaboration, plus Frankie Cosmos, We Were Promised Jetpacks and many more Read more »| 11 Apr 2018 -
Festivals
Pussy Riot to play Edinburgh Fringe 2018
The Russian music and art collective are set for a ten-night run at Summerhall during this year's Edinburgh Fringe Read more »| 11 Apr 2018 -
Live Music
Scottish Music Highlights: 10-16 Apr
This week's gig guide sees Hinds and Goat Girl return with new albums, a huge Arcade Fire show in Glasgow, and much more Read more »| 10 Apr 2018