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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ReviewsKOKOROKO – Could We Be More
Creating an overnight hit could easily push an emerging act into rushing a debut album, but KOKOROKO were patient, and the results are rewarding Read more »| 01 Aug 2022 -
Live MusicScottish Live Music Highlights: August 2022
With the Edinburgh festivals back this year, as well as festivals just in general, August’s music calendar feels overwhelmingly busy, but we’re excited for it and welcoming it with open arms Read more »| 29 Jul 2022 -
InterviewsDeeper Listening: SHHE's D Ý R A sound installation
With her immersive sound installation DÝRA taking place at Summerhall this August, we catch up with Su Shaw, aka SHHE, to find out more Read more »| 29 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsMaggie Rogers – Surrender
Even with songs that are brash, chunky and loud, Maggie Rogers gives over to pared back singer-songwriter fare that reigns it all in Read more »| 25 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsFlorist – Florist
A heartfelt collection of loose and explorative folk songs, Florist's new album is a warm hug which asks the listener to smell the flowers every now and then Read more »| 25 Jul 2022 -
Live MusicModest Mouse @ Barrowlands, Glasgow, 20 Jul
There's a celebratory mood in the air at the first Modest Mouse show in Scotland for seven years Read more »| 22 Jul 2022
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InterviewsSpotlight On... Clair
Following the release of her brand new single Body Blossom, we shine a spotlight on Glasgow musician, producer and label boss Clair Read more »| 21 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsNina Nastasia – Riderless Horse
Nina Nastasia returns with another strong addition to her superlative catalogue Read more »| 18 Jul 2022 -
Live MusicNOS Alive! 2022: The Report
Lisbon's NOS Alive! Music Festival brings a remarkably varied lineup together with soaring temperatures and beautiful scenery Read more »| 15 Jul 2022 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Rpizy
Having just released his debut solo EP, we shine a spotlight on Glasgow producer, singer-songwriter, artist and creator Rpizy Read more »| 14 Jul 2022 -
InterviewsRobocobra Quartet interview
We chat with Belfast's Robocobra Quartet and discuss everything from capturing the energy of their live shows on their new record to why Ed Sheeran should try something new Read more »| 14 Jul 2022 -
Live MusicTRNSMT @ Glasgow Green, 9 Jul
Saturday at TRNSMT makes for a decent day out on the whole, but a sub-par headliner and logistical issues sadly plague the general vibe of the day Read more »| 12 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsHelena Celle – Music for Counterflows
Music for Counterflows is a top-drawer production that pushes at the edges of a particular technology in a considered, engaging and beautiful way Read more »| 12 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsBeabadoobee – Beatopia
Nostalgic in sound and sensibilities, Beadaboobee’s second album is an adventurous journey through noughties soundscapes Read more »| 12 Jul 2022 -
ReviewsWorking Men's Club – Fear Fear
Working Men's Club's latest is an acutely refined album fuelled by energy and agitation from a group way ahead of their age Read more »| 11 Jul 2022