Marc Bean, Author at SNACK: Music, film, arts and culture magazine for Scotland

Marc Bean

Talulah Ruby singing centre-stage with a microphone during Maribou State's live set, flanked by a guitarist and keyboardist under bright red stage lighting.

Maribou State – Fringe by the Sea (Music Review)

Since the demise of T in the Park, in 2016, Scotland has been crying ...

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The Strokes – Reality Awaits: A grower that might be a classic, if you can stand the autotune

Twenty-five years ago the music world listened in awe as The Strokes released their ...

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Lola Young @ Glasgow 02 Academy (June 2026): cheeky, confident, and clearly feeling much better (live review)

Despite releasing her third album to critical acclaim last year, 2025 was a tricky ...

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Tame Impala: Glasgow OVO Hydro (May 2026) gig review

‘What day is it Glasgow?’ asks Kevin Parker to the delirious crowd. ‘Wow, it’s ...

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A black and white promotional photo of the band Yacht Club. The standing member has long wavy hair, a wide-brimmed hat, arm tattoos, and wears a dark tank top. He stands with his hands on his hips behind the second member, who is seated in the foreground with short hair and a dark tank top. Both are looking directly at the camera.

Yacht Club Swap Hardcore for Sun-Kissed Pop, with ‘Ocean View Unit, 2012 – 2015’ (album review)

They say never judge a book by its cover and that sentiment can also ...

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The five members of the band Jutebox posing on a narrow, enclosed staircase with blue wooden walls. The band members are staggered at different heights on the steps. The member in the front left wears a black leather jacket over a graphic tee, while the member in the front right wears a black patterned shirt with his arm tattoos visible. Framed posters are partially visible on the wall behind them.

Single Review: Jutebox Return with ‘Fallout’

Following a well-received EP last summer and successful Scottish headline tour, Glasgow based, ska/funk ...

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The band Kneecap performing live on stage at St Luke's. The stage is illuminated by intense red lighting and heavy atmospheric smoke. In the background, a large, illuminated stained glass window is flanked by a pipe organ on the left and a balcony with audience members on the right. On stage, a DJ stands behind a desk on the left, while two vocalists are at the front; one in a hooded jacket and sunglasses gestures outwards, and the other stands to the right in dark clothing holding a microphone.

Kneecap at Saint Lukes, Glasgow : Four Gigs in 24 Hours, and the Race to Number One

‘How amazing would it be to have an album called ‘Fenian’ number one in ...

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Ellur at King Tut’s, Glasgow (Gig review)

‘I know it’s a Sunday night, Glasgow, but are you up for it? Are ...

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