'Lush strings, tender wind solos and the shifting tempi of Puccini's everlastingly popular score not only reflect, the onstage narrative but pull its audience into every nuance of emotion.' Discover why we gave Scottish Opera's latest rendition of La Bohème four stars ⤵️

English soul singer Celeste is a silky fit for swooning James Bond-style string arrangements on her second album, Woman Of Faces. Find out what we think about the new album ahead of your first listen ⤵️

'Tsou vibrantly captures the chaos and thrills of reconnecting with old family and friends, and the bustling nightlife of the market where their noodle kiosk begins to thrive.' Left-Handed Girl hits cinemas today, followed by Netflix from Friday 28 November.

Get yourself out the central belt and into other parts of Scotland where the cultural landscape is just as rich and varied. Here are some of the highlights that the winter period has to offer.

Ethan Hawke is the poster boy of 90s independent cinema who has gone on to carve out a remarkably eclectic filmography. Ahead of his latest movie, Blue Moon, he spoke to us about comedy ambitions and why the kind of film he loves isn’t being made right now.

Bee Asha, the spoken word artist and musician, has announced What A Beautiful Place To Fall Over, a celebration of Leith that sheds light on the complexity of gentrification.

Prolific songwriter Andrew Wasylyk has revealed a new single, ‘First Moonbeams Of Adulthood’, and a wide-ranging tour of the UK as he lays the groundwork for a new album.

King Tut’s is kicking off 2026 with the return of New Year’s Revolution, a month-long showcase of Scotland’s homegrown artists.

Don't let winter be dull. We've rounded up a few magical winter light displays across Scotland to bring serious sparkle back to your nights.

Want the inside scoop on who the comedians are actually watching? Stand-up star Esther Manito shares the comedy heroes who shaped her material and still make her laugh out loud.

Drexler has released a new single, accompanied by a short visualiser from filmmaker Ciara Flint. The song and accompanying video arose as a way to soothe the anxiety of both Drexler himself and his father.

Defying pressure to quickly pump out a second album after the huge success of their debut, Wet Leg chilled out and took their own sweet time. Co-founder Rhian Teasdale tells us how she’s adjusting to a more prominent role and is relishing the simple joy of being loved.

Don't let winter be dull. We've rounded up a few magical winter light displays across Scotland to bring serious sparkle back to your nights.

'It's a perfectly balanced group with Solomon confident and assertive but content to play at Parks' pace.' Read more of what we thought of Aaron Parks newest album ⤵️

NTS, the celebrated radio station, is bringing its eclectic selection to the Johnnie Walker Experience for one night only, with three internationally-known DJs.

Richard Ashcroft, Kasabian and Lewis Capaldi have been unveiled as the headliners for TRNSMT 2026, with The Last Dinner Party, Wolf Alice, CMAT and more on the bill.

From a childhood and adolescence pockmarked with endless adversity and ill health, Bread Of Angels maps her journey from crushing poverty and enforced transcience to a state of artistic release and a long-sought permanency. Read more ⤵️

Lucy Ireland and Jim Manganello present a compelling adaptation of Enda Walsh's dystopian play. Catch it at Traverse Theatre until Saturday 8 November.

Tennessee Williams' script is dense and verbose, guiding the audience through a poignant memory of his dysfunctional family, with the author's stand-in narrating details and their context. The Glass Menagerie comes to Lyceum Theatre on Tuesday 4–Saturday 8 November

To Kill A Mockingbird hits Glasgow's King's Theatre this month. Before his latest turn as Atticus Finch, we caught up with Richard Coyle to hear how there's more to this sainted character than meets the eye.

Venerable noughties indie rock groups Interpol and Bloc Party will join forces for a round of arena shows. Find how to get tickets for their first UK tour together since 2004.

Start 2026 with a bang: Edinburgh's Hogmanay is back with a packed four-day line-up, featuring raucous ceilidhs, candlelight concerts and music from Wet Leg, Hamish Hawk, Valtos and more. list.co.uk/news/start-2...

They’ve slid off their chaise longue and into the pop-rock pantheon; ahead of their stint bringing in the bells at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, our November cover stars Wet Leg tell us about the perils and pleasures of overnight success.

Full programme details for Edinburgh's Christmas have been revealed, with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers leading a slate of community and family-friendly events.

'Much of what makes the podcast so horribly listenable is the questions it raises about storytelling truth, both on Hedges' part and that of Tovay.' We spoke with comedian Edd Hedges about navigating the fine line between retelling a story and respecting those at its heart.

'As a work of both archival collage and historical re-evaluation, it's a brilliant achievement.' Kate Evans’ Patchwork: A Graphic Biography of Jane Austen is out today, find out why it is our Book Of The Month ⤵️

Glasgow’s melancholic rockers The Twilight Sad have returned to the fold with a new single (featuring The Cure's Robert Smith) and a wide-ranging tour with UK and Ireland dates.

At the centre of Glasgow’s East End, Barras Art and Design (BAaD) is where the city comes together to celebrate music, food, art and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re discovering local talent, dancing the night away or raising a glass at a wedding, BAaD is the place to be.

As the weather cools down, now's the perfect time to huddle over some seriously good grub. Sean Fennelly has treated us to his top spots for cosy gatherings.

Amy Matthews has remixed her live show Commute With The Foxes into a comedy album combining ASMR, sound art, immersive experience, storytelling, lyrical essay, prose poetry, guided meditation and podcasting.

Out In The Hills, a new festival at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, has quite the line-up; Ian McKellen, Graham Norton, Gemma Cairney, Val McDermid, Mhairi Black, and more.

Hayley Zalassi, Susie McCabe and Vitamin C Club Night have been added to the line-up for this years Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations.

Jeremy Allen White ably fills Springsteen’s signature 501s and leather jacket with an intense and affecting performance in a searing and deeply sincere reflection on mental health and a lament for a lost generation of men who weren’t given the tools or permission to seek help.

'You know what my main take away from Short History Of is? That the English are worse than we thought and I didn't think we were good to start with.' Helen Bauer, creator of Helen's Log, gives us a glimpse into what makes a perfect podcast ⤵️

As spooky season is upon us, we’ve consulted our Necronomicon for some of the most hair-raising Halloween events happening this week.

'I'd never seen or even known that this sort of landscape existed. Laying down on the sand, watching the sea greet us on both sides, I couldn't help feeling like I was on a different planet.' Poet Hollie McNish tells us about her favourite holiday ⤵️

An infamous TV ad inspired the Scottish-Pakistani artist to create this fascinating multidisciplinary piece. You have until Sunday 2 November to check it out. Read our full review ⤵️

Step back in time this autumn on a touring exhibition that takes you all the way back to 332 BC. Prepare to explore the ancient world with something for everyone, featuring stunning replicas, immersive VR goggles and holograms on mummification.

Wu-Tang Clan, the veteran hip-hop collective, have announced a handful of UK shows as part of their Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber tour. Find out where the band are playing ⤵️

'Detractors often regard their penchant for Renaissance-era stylings as a gimmick, but those critics generally fail to acknowledge that the group are producing engaging, unique indie rock music.' Before you hit play on The Last Dinner Party's latest record, here's what we thought about it ⤵️

Eat & Drink 365 – our brand-new, free A5 guide to Glasgow's best restaurants, cafés, bars, street food, events and hospitality – is available free with The Scotsman today.

'In many ways, this is a sound-system album that belongs in the dark moist corners of a strobe-laden club.' The BPM is out today, check out our review ⤵️

As the skeletal claw of Halloween beckons, October is the perfect time to draw the curtains and hunker down with a horror game. We've curated a list of the spookiest games released this month, as well as some blood-pumping classics from yesteryear.

Once regarded as foreign and mildly frightening, fermented food and drink is increasingly part of the mindful home cook's repertoire. We delve into this mysterious yet magical world with the help of two books with local connections.

The SAY Award has revealed full details of this year's shortlist, and has announced that KT Tunstall will receive the Modern Scottish Class Award for her 2004 debut Eye To The Telescope. Check out the shortlist in full ⤵️

The French Film Festival has shown off its programme for this year’s run of films, featuring high-profile screenings from François Ozon, Julia Ducournau and Richard Linklater.

'I've always liked art projects that shake up your practice' This mail-art project (which runs until Sunday 26 October) is the work of 24 artists who were each posted various materials to create with.

Eat & Drink 365 – our brand-new, free A5 guide to Glasgow's best restaurants, cafés, bars, street food, events and hospitality – is heading to a neighbourhood near you.

'With nothing made explicit, what's left is a sense of yearning in a work loaded with desire, where the only thing to hold on to is the rain' You have until Saturday 18 October to check out Matthew Arthur William's latest series of photographs and his 21-minute film, 'Another Allegory'.

Veteran singer-songwriter Billy Ocean has announced a run of outdoor shows across the UK next summer, promising a rundown of his biggest hits.