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The latest music, comedy and arts news from Scotland.
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Things To DoWhat's On Scotland 25 Aug-1 Sep: Fringe Musicals
You've got just a handful of days left to cram a last flurry of Fringe fun – luckily we're here with batch of recommendations including Counting Sheep, How to Win Against History and, of course, the fireworks. Plus SWMRS and Sub Club SoundSystem. Read more »| 25 Aug 2016 -
FestivalsEdinburgh Comedy Awards 2016: The Nominees
The nominees for this year's Edinburgh Comedy Awards have been announced Read more »| 24 Aug 2016 -
Food And Drink
New in Food: Chop House, Baffo and more
Our latest round-up of new bars and cafes across Scotland features a private investigator-inspired cocktail bar, a new home for Glasgow street food, and the glorious return of Edinburgh's favourite bao Read more »| 23 Aug 2016 -
Music
Live music in Liverpool this week: 25-30 Aug
Stuck for live music this bank holiday? From rap superstars to punk weekenders, it's another busy week on Liverpool's ever-hectic gig circuit Read more »| 23 Aug 2016 -
Food And Drink
Manchester's Pilcrow pub announces launch date
Cloudwater Brew Co. and the team behind Common have announced the opening date for The Pilcrow – Sadler's Yard's new pub 'for the people, by the people' Read more »| 19 Aug 2016 -
Things To Do
The best August bank holiday events in the North
Manchester Pride, The Garden Party, Moovin Festival, Bolton Food and Drink Festival, carnivals, beer, live punk and so much more: yep, it's time for another bank holiday weekend! Read more »| 19 Aug 2016
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MusicTrack Premiere: Oh Well, Goodbye – Clandestine
Take a first listen to Clandestine by Oh Well, Goodbye, and read their track-by-track guide to new EP Swoon Comprising longstanding members of Liverpool's o... Read more »| 18 Aug 2016 -
Things To Do
What's On Scotland 18-25 Aug: Edinburgh Festivals
Sick of turning up to shit Fringe stand-up due to lack of planning? That's where this we come in. Check out our comedy picks, then go get chic with The Scottish Blogger shop at Hillhead, get smart at EIBF Unbound, get proud at the Art School's Free Pride Read more »| 18 Aug 2016 -
Things To Do
What's On North 18-25 Aug: North Leeds Food Fest
Red Bull Music Academy has announced its UK tour later this year, and in the meantime you can enjoy the North Leeds Food Festival at Roundhay Park, Kosmonaut's Summer Party, Rochdale Feel Good Festival and much more. Read more »| 18 Aug 2016 -
Festivals
Red Bull Music Academy announce UK tour
Red Bull Music Academy UK tour will visit Liverpool, Leeds, Glasgow and London this October, featuring Jamie Woon Moodymann, Young Fathers, DJ Harvey and more Read more »| 17 Aug 2016 -
Music
Live music in Liverpool this week: 17-23 Aug
There's antifolk, roots reggae and grindcore galore this week in our Liverpool gig guide... Read more »| 17 Aug 2016 -
Things To DoLive music in Manchester this week: 17-23 Aug
You'd have forgiven this week's gigs to be thin on the ground, being the height of summer 'n' all, but it's far from the case – as proven by promising things to come from Kevin Morby, Julianna Barwick, Miracle Legion, Suuns, Sax Ruins and many, many more. Read more »| 16 Aug 2016 -
Music
Remembering The Lapelles' Gary Watson
The Skinny pays respects to Gary Watson, late frontman of The Lapelles, after the 22-year-old tragically passed away on Sunday morning. Read more »| 15 Aug 2016 -
Festivals
Liverpool Psych Fest announce major launch event
Psych Fest have revealed details of An Opening Dispatch, the launch event for this year's festival which will take place across several venues and involve virtual reality, art, DJs and live performance Read more »| 12 Aug 2016 -
Festivals
A Carefully Planned Festival #6: Past and Present
We get to know the founder of the Northwest's most ambitious DIY music event – Matthew Boycott-Garnett tells us about his favourite acts to play previous events and who you should catch this year Read more »| 12 Aug 2016