Interviews
The Skinny discusses new releases and record choices with prominent artists and producers; covering everything from albums and songs to influences and matters of the heart.
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InterviewsSpotlight On... Drexler
Ahead of releasing his latest body of work, Olympia-5, we catch up with Edinburgh-based composer and multi-instrumentalist Adrian Leung, aka Drexler Read more »| 19 Feb 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Lou Mclean
Ahead of releasing Outline of a Girl, her debut album produced by Carla J Easton, we catch up with Edinburgh singer-songwriter Lou Mclean Read more »| 12 Feb 2026 -
InterviewsBratakus on their new album Hagridden
With their sophomore release, Scottish siblings Brèagha and Onnagh Cuinn of Bratakus reflect on imposter syndrome, recording with The Hives, and a decade of DIY punk Read more »| 10 Feb 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Isa Gordon & Tony Morris
Ahead of releasing their debut collaborative 12'' dance record, Wake Up Baby, we catch up with Isa Gordon and Tony Morris Read more »| 05 Feb 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Sarah/Shaun
Ahead of releasing their new EP In Silence Love Speaks Loudest, we catch up with Sarah/Shaun Read more »| 29 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Inyal
Ahead of releasing their second album, which they're celebrating with a huge Celtic Connections show at the end of the month, we catch up with Glasgow outfit Inyal Read more »| 22 Jan 2026
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InterviewsStereo, Hug & Pint and MacArts on Independent Venue Week
With Independent Venue Week returning on Monday, we catch up with some of the folk behind three of our favourite independent Scottish venues Read more »| 20 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsBrògeal on independent venues ahead of IVW26
Ahead of two Independent Venue Week shows in Dumfries and Galashiels, we catch up with Scottish IVW Ambassadors Brògeal and talk about the importance of independent venues in helping shape their career Read more »| 19 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsMusic Now podcast: Brìghde Chaimbeul on folklore, ritual and Sunwise
We catch up with musician and composer Brìghde Chaimbeul to talk mythology, songwriting and the small pipes – listen to the interview via our new music podcast Read more »| 16 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... Amulet
Following the release of their latest EP, Amulet II, we catch up with Joseph Flower and Isaac Tendler, aka Glasgow duo Amulet Read more »| 15 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsHen Hoose Collective on their new album The Twelve
Innovative songwriting collective Hen Hoose holed up in the Outer Hebrides’ Black Bay Studios for their latest record, shedding everyday responsibilities like selkies slipping out their skins. Now they’re bringing that island magic to Celtic Connections Read more »| 15 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsCowgate Block Party: Live Music To Keep You Warm
Ahead of the inaugural Cowgate Block Party, we look forward to beating the January blues with festival booker Craig Gornall and Bikini Body's Vicky Kavanagh Read more »| 15 Jan 2026 -
InterviewsSpotlight On... CUZINO
Following the release of his debut EP, we catch up with Glasgow-based producer CUZINO Read more »| 11 Dec 2025 -
InterviewsKathryn Joseph on 2025, touring, Hogmanay and First Footin'
Ahead of her appearance at First Footin' on New Year's Day, we catch up with the inimitable Kathryn Joseph Read more »| 11 Dec 2025 -
InterviewsThe Festive Five: Johnny Lynch on Little Drummer Boy
Ahead of their annual Christmas party, we do the dirty on Lost Map Records label boss Johnny Lynch, aka Pictish Trail, and make him listen to five different versions of Little Drummer Boy. Here are the results! Read more »| 10 Dec 2025