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The latest music, comedy and arts news from Scotland.
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FilmJames Bond star Roger Moore dies aged 89
Famed for his roles as James Bond, The Saint, and one half of The Persuaders, Sir Roger Moore has died at 89 Read more »| 23 May 2017 -
Latest NewsManchester Arena Attack: how you can help
A horrific attack took place in Manchester last night, but the city and its people has shown resilience in the face of terror. Here's how you can help in the aftermath Read more »| 23 May 2017 -
Food And Drink
First programme announcements for Manchester Food and Drink Festival
The Unabombers team up with Hispi's Gary Usher, Deliciously Ella hosts her first pop-up event outside of London, Thomasina Miers stops by for a Day of the Dead party and more Read more »| 22 May 2017 -
Music
Free Stay Fresh Fest this Bank Holiday Monday!
Trof NQ have announced a mini version of Stay Fresh Fest as part of their tenth birthday celebrations this bank holiday weekend Read more »| 22 May 2017 -
Things To DoWhat's On Scotland 18-25 May: DJCAD Degree Show
Buckle up for a big one this week, we've got DJCAD's Degree Show 2017, Katy Brand's new show, a Kate Bush party, and tonnes more besides in store... Read more »| 18 May 2017 -
Things To Do
What's on North 18-25 May: Museums at Night
Museums at Night descends, bringing Liverpool, Leeds and Manchester (and beyond) to life with late-night museum openings, special events and more Read more »| 18 May 2017
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Comedy
Victoria Wood to be celebrated with Bury statue
The late, great comedian will be honoured with a statue in her hometown of Bury Read more »| 15 May 2017 -
Festivals
Sounds from the Other City: the review, by you!
Salford's annual celebration of new music and art, Sounds from the Other City festival filled Chapel Street and its surrounding venues with vital emerging ta... Read more »| 12 May 2017 -
FilmTwin Peaks: New characters seen in latest trailer
Some mysterious new characters are glimpsed in the latest Twin Peaks teaser, along with old favourites played by Kyle MacLachlan, Kimmy Robertson, the late Miguel Ferrer and series co-creator David Lynch Read more »| 12 May 2017 -
Festivals
Manchester Jazz Festival 2017: programme announced
With 100 gigs and 100 hours of entertainment, the 2017 Manchester Jazz Festival celebrates the centenary of the first jazz recording in fitting style Read more »| 11 May 2017 -
Film
Thom Yorke to score Suspiria remake
The Radiohead frontman will make his first foray into film score composition with the remake of Dario Argento’s cult horror Suspiria We were excited t... Read more »| 11 May 2017 -
Things To Do
What's On Scotland 11-18 May: Southside Fringe
It's a foodie's paradise this week in Edinburgh with the British Street Food Awards and FestivALE, while over in Glasgow there's Southside Fringe, a gig from Metronomy, a food bank fundraiser and more... Read more »| 11 May 2017 -
Things To Do
What's On North 11-19 May: Leeds Indie Food
The Northern food and drink scene hogs the limelight this week, with Leeds Indie Food taking us off to a good start, before Monday brings the arrival of both British Sandwich Week and National Vegetarian Week Read more »| 11 May 2017 -
Music
Trof NQ announce 10th birthday party plans
The team at ace Thomas Street hangout Trof NQ are planning some epic May Bank Holiday celebrations to mark the venue's first decade Read more »| 10 May 2017 -
Latest News
Why we should resist voter fatigue
As a snap general election is announced shortly before we go to print with this issue of The Skinny, our writer considers the prospect of voter fatigue – and argues for the importance of staying motivated and engaged Read more »| 09 May 2017