The Vinyl Villain — As much as I love the solo output from Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton, I really do miss Arab Strap.The good news is that as part of the Chemikal Underground 15th anniversary celebrations, a box set of Arab Strap material is about to be released ... more info

Guardian Music — The prolific frontman is teaming up with members of REM and Belle and Sebastian for a 'country-tinged' album, before turning his attention to a 'crazy-ass' take on LCD SoundsystemGary Lightbody has begun work on two new musical projects, one "country... more info

The Vinyl Villain — Up until now, I've been quite specific with my recommendations and ideas for Xmas gifts for yourself or passing on to others. Today I'm being a bit looser in that I want you to take a look at the on-line offers from Scotland's best and most creative ... more info

My Old Kentucky — The Twilight Sad often draw comparisons to greats like My Bloody Valentine, Joy Division, Interpol and The Cure. Other reviews naturally lump them in with fellow Scottsmen like Arab Strap and Josef K. All can be true in various ways, but no matter... more info

The Vinyl Villain — I've never hidden my love for Malcolm Middleton, nor indeed Aidan Moffat, either as solo artists or during the ten years together in Arab Strap. So you can be assured that they will feature every now and again during the forthcoming series for Frida... more info

The Vinyl Villain — I get the occasional email from readers, and a couple of times recently I've been asked, in passing, why I started this blog.There were loads of reasons at the time, but in the main it boiled down to the fact that having installed broadband in the ho... more info

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Stereogum — Craig Finn shared vocals with former Arab Strap guitarist Malcolm Middleton on '80s rock radio staple "Run To You" (along with Led Zeppelin's "Your Time Is Gonna Come" and Malcolm's own "Kiss At The Station") in a recent live session on BBC Radio 1. ... more info

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