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words: bex | photos: chris rubey | video: belcher
As the weather moves (very) slowly towards spring and we begin to shake off those second semester blues, a good night out is definitely welcome. After a month or so of great events, including Rodigan’s packed-out appearance at the Caves, Itchy Feet’s lively return to Studio 24 as well as High Contrast and Parov Stelar living up to expectations, things should be looking good for Edinburgh’s less-mainstream nightlife. But this year a host of the unique venues which define this city are facing closure. The most recent of these threatened spaces is one of Edinburgh’s best underground venues; the beloved Bongo Club. Keep on reading for more information, details on how you can help and a video interview with Ally Hill, the top dog..
words: charlotte lelong
With news that Cab Vol will be shutting down soon, it is time to reminisce on all the good times - and Karnival’s 6th birthday last Saturday definitely makes that list. French producer and DJ Popof was there to play his flawless blend of minimal techno, tech-house & electro beats, which kept us bouncing all night. I managed to catch him for a quick chat after his stellar set, which you can read after the jump. When I spoke to him however, he initially told me that he’d never actually done an interview in English before and didn’t feel comfortable doing so. Thankfully, being a fellow Française myself, he agreed to have a natter…
words: belcher | interview: matt belcher/miles o’brien | video: charlotte lelong
Back in November I managed to steal Andy Carthy aka Mr Scruff away from setting up for his show at Potterrow, Edinburgh, for a quick chat about his music, touring and tea.
An absolute gent I’m sure you’ll agree, and a very wise one at that. This is what he had to say.
words: matt belcher | interview: matt belcher/miles o’brien | video: charlotte lelong
We managed to catch Kissy Sell Out in Liquid Rooms as he came towards the end of his “Turn It On” tour, and had a quick chat about his tour and the the new album “Wild Romance”
