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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InterviewsThe Skinny On... Bemz
Jubemi Iyiku, the Glasgow-based Ayrshire rapper who performs under the moniker Bemz, takes on our Q&A this month ahead of his headline show at SWG3's Poetry Club Read more »| 09 Sep 2021 -
FestivalsManchester Psych Fest 2021: The Report
Although hindered by a few COVID-related dropouts and over-capacity venues, Manchester Psych Fest largely succeeds thanks to a massive line-up of exciting acts new and old Read more »| 09 Sep 2021 -
ReviewsThe Vaccines – Back In Love City
Back In Love City is a cinematic trawl through neon-clad Americana, and it's The Vaccines' most ambitious record yet Read more »| 08 Sep 2021 -
ReviewsWe Were Promised Jetpacks – Enjoy the View
The fifth album from Edinburgh indie rockers We Were Promised Jetpacks signals the start of a new chapter Read more »| 07 Sep 2021 -
Reviews박혜진 Park Hye Jin – Before I Die
박혜진 Park Hye Jin shows why she's one of 2021's most in-demand artists with an intricate and emotive debut album Read more »| 06 Sep 2021 -
ReviewsAmyl and the Sniffers – Comfort to Me
Amyl and the Sniffers' new album retains a fiery core, but it also reveals a more pensive and reflective side to the band Read more »| 06 Sep 2021
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ReviewsLow – HEY WHAT
Low continue to surprise on their thirteenth album HEY WHAT, feeding off the same charged energy that made Double Negative so impactful Read more »| 06 Sep 2021 -
Live MusicJupiter Rising 2021: The Report
A rejuvenating weekend at Jupiter Rising gives us a glimpse of what Scotland's festivals should and could be like in terms of inclusivity and diversity Read more »| 02 Sep 2021 -
New MusicScottish New Music Round-up: September 2021
We celebrate new releases this month from Hamish Hawk, We Were Promised Jetpacks, Kirsty Grant, Cahill//Costello, Georgia Cécile and more Read more »| 02 Sep 2021 -
InterviewsDr. Martens Celebrate Edinburgh's Music Scene
We highlight four of the people who have managed to keep Edinburgh's music scene alive in spite of a global pandemic Read more »| 02 Sep 2021 -
FestivalsManchester Psych Fest: 2021 Preview
With Manchester Psych Fest taking place in various venues across the city this Saturday, here are some of the acts on the line-up we suggest you see... Read more »| 01 Sep 2021 -
FestivalsThe Great Western & Great Eastern update line-ups
Glasgow multi-venue music and arts festival The Great Western returns with a great lineup, and it’s joined by brand new Edinburgh counterpart The Great Eastern Read more »| 01 Sep 2021 -
Live MusicScottish gigs round-up: September 2021
Gigs are well and truly back! September's packed with shows across Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee; here are some of the highlights Read more »| 01 Sep 2021 -
Live MusicLaura Mvula @ Edinburgh Park, EIF, 29 Aug
Laura Mvula's first Scottish performance since her deep dive into 80s electro is an evening of neon-splashed joy Read more »| 31 Aug 2021 -
Live MusicCaribou @ Edinburgh Park, EIF, 28 Aug
Perfectly curated between classics and new material, Caribou tilts towards breezy pop but truly excels with big beats Read more »| 31 Aug 2021