Spring Edition April 2021 Issue 18
MEET THE TEAM Abbie Meehan Editor In Chief/Sports Editor
Hannah MacKenzie Wood Deputy Editor/Arts and Culture Editor
Siobhan Macdonald News and Features Editor
Rachel Gibson Entertainment and Technology Editor/Head of Social Media
Georgia Brown Fashion Editor
Tsvetelina Peneva Co-editor of Music
Chloe Burrell Co-Editor of Music/Online Editor
Chris Faulds Head of Events
Afia Kazmi Head of Photography
Hannah Temple Head of Design
Contents
News and Features 2
A Farewell To The EDIT
Fashion 3 5 7 9
Feeling WITHDRWN? Here’s a Glasgow FashionBrand Embracing Pandemic Induced Isolation How British Drag is Changing the Face of Fashion Spring/Summer Makeup Sorted Loochilu is Getting Me Through (Quite Literally)
Entertainment and Technology 11 Top Podcast Picks 13 A Year On - How Has The Pandemic Shaped Technology? 15 Mortal Kombat 2021 A Refreshed View
Arts and Culture 17 Tribute To Helen McCrory
Music
Cover / Megan Beattie
19 Under The Surface: A Conversaton with Jack in Water 21 Whitburn Loopy Goes Number One The Guitar Revival is On! Chemtrails Over The Country Club 23 Maluma 24
Sports 25 How Rangers Managed to Stop Celtic’s 10 in a Row 27 Missed Chance? Stars That Steve Clarke Missed Out on in His National Team Picks
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News & Features
A Farewell to The EDIT Hi everyone! It’s Abbie here, and I am ready to get soppy on behalf of myself and my wonderful committee. During the last year of my university career, I have been faced with some extremely difficult challenges, and had to come to terms with a lot of new changes in my life. The pandemic has had an effect on us all, and I can truly say that I wouldn’t have gotten through the last year of studying, running this amazing magazine, and all round coping mentally without the help of my family, friends and amazing committee behind me. We have created three amazing editions of The EDIT, including a small elections edition in connection with the Students Association as well. Although I wish we would’ve had more time to meet up and conduct events face to face, the resounding support and hard work each
of these committee members has put into place has been so inspiring to see. A special mention goes to my head of Design, Hannah Temple, who leads the work on the beautiful illustrations and outlay of all of these magazines this year, and for being my sanity during deadline days. I couldn’t have done this without all of you, and as much as I wish it was in different circumstances, I have really enjoyed my time as editor-in-chief of The EDIT, and I hope I have done the role justice in this final edition. So, I hope you all enjoy reading, keep writing amazing things for your university magazine, and stay safe during the summer! All the love, Abbie Meehan
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Feeling WITHDRWN? Here’s a Glasgow fashion brand embracing pandemic induced isolation With the Covid-19 pandemic forcing a lockdown upon us that saw all non-essential shops close, many of us said goodbye to shopping for a long while. The lack of interaction also saw creativity stop for many, as there was little to no inspiration in the same four walls of our houses. This, however, was not the case for Scottish student Robbie Melville (20) who saw this as an opportunity, not a hindrance, as he started up his own clothing brand WITHDRWN. I spoke to him about this decision, and how the pandemic had influenced it.
What was your inspiration to set up WITHDRWN? “I was always wanting to start a brand from roundabout 17, as I was big on my art and I always wanted to try and venture out to create something new. When I was a teenager a lot of people talked about all these big, designer brands when I thought I could create clothes that could still be appealing, but also something that the outsider would wear. I wanted to capture the strange combination of loneliness yet comfort that many have when they are by themselves and have perhaps felt during this time we live in that encourage them to explore new areas in their lives.”
So would you say the pandemic has influenced the clothing you’ve released? “In all honesty, due to the services provided right now to me because of the pandemic, it has been smooth sailing as far as getting products out there. Plus I never really have to worry about too much unless I set myself a deadline for things to be produced and made due to a lack of other commitments. I can also make things that are fitting to the pandemic lifestyle such as the current red hearts loungewear set I have just recently brought out that can be marketed to an advantage.” Photograph by @withdrwn_co / Instagram
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Fashion Has the experience of setting up your own brand alone been what you expected? “I knew it was gonna be a lot of work, and challenging to juggle around as I am also an artist, college student and boxer. But I always feel like I have to be productive and contribute something and while it can be stressful at times I think I’ve managed to find the perfect balance between working hard and relaxing. In terms of support though it was surprisingly much liked and shared by many, which I really was not expecting other than the first few buyers. I think I made exactly 20 orders consisting of multiple items when Season 1 dropped just in its first week, which I really appreciated as a brand just starting out.”
Photograph by @withdrwn_co / Instagram What would you say has been the best part of creating your own brand? “Being in full control. I decide when I can do something and when I can’t. WITHDRWN is exactly what I want it to be. To see that I’ve made people happy with my apparel is so satisfying to see, and I hope to keep the support throughout all iterations and forms that this brand goes through, as I’m still making baby steps every day going by.”
What would you say to anyone who wishes to do something similar, to start their own brand? “Take the first step, if you’ve got an idea in your head whether it’s a clothing brand or whatever just get up one day and decide to do it. Don’t let that thought stay in your head forever as I was nervous when I first created the brand but it ended up doing pretty good. Don’t listen to the doubts your mind can play on you and just go all in. You’ll never know what good things can happen.”
Finally, what can we expect next from WITHDRWN? “The summer collection is the next stop, and I anticipate to make that around May time, and I’m thankful that we are in the endgame of the pandemic (fingers crossed!) and people can actually start going out more and wearing the stuff I put out there. It makes me happy to see. I’m currently liking the style of doing mini drops throughout the year as compared to the big one release last year. As some items weren’t getting much support compared to others as I was giving too many options. After that, I plan to launch my WANDERLUST collection, which I can’t speak too much on yet!”
WITHDRWN may have been launched during an international pandemic, but it certainly seems that it will last far beyond.
Rachel Gibson Design by Kerryn Blakwood
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How British Drag is Changing the Face of Fashion Drag is typically defined as a type of entertainment where people dress up and perform, however, drag is continually evolving, especially within the British community. Drag extends beyond makeup, big hair and comedy shows, drag today now addresses gender, sexuality, social issues and a plethora of other hugely important components within our society. Particular drag artists who discuss these topics, whilst simultaneously performing in 10 Inch heels, are Bimini Bon Boulash and Tayce, both runners up in season two of Ru Pauls Drag Race UK.
Photography by Perou / The Guardian Tayce and Bimini have both been candid when discussing important matters such as non-binary representation and the systemic problems facing black individuals in the UK and on a global scale. Going beyond their activism, Tayce and Bimini also provide us with some killer looks and haute couture realness, which has since landed them both modelling contacts with influential agencies, those being Models 1 and Next Models.
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This is quite a historic moment not just within the British Drag scene, but also within the international fashion industry, especially in terms of representation and inclusivity. Bimini, who identifies as non-binary, stated on Twitter “Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever thought this possible. This opportunity is a huge crazy, mind-blowing moment for my gendernon comforting a*s”. Bimini has since released photoshoot after photoshoot and announced that they’re releasing a book. Bimini’s impact within the fashion atmosphere does not seem to be slowing, with them walking in London Fashion Week and being
Fashion featured in Vogue. The rate of their swift success demonstrates the demand and the appreciation for more diverse models and non-binary representation within the fashion industry, something which has been neglected for several decades. Hopefully, Bimini’s success continues, and they act as a catalyst for more inclusive representation and enables non-binary people to have more of a voice within traditional media.
Newport-born Tayce is the classic definition of ‘model material’, with a hint of Welsh charm. Within Drag Race he often discussed how systemic racism impacted him whilst growing up. Tayce also examined the negative stereotypes associated with being a black gay man in Britain and the toxic masculinity that comes with that. Highlighting that there is also a severe lack of gay, black British representation in traditional media and within the fashion industry. Tayce will soon be staring in Klub Kids’ Noir: The Tour, a performance that features some amazing black kings and queens, whilst also raising and donating funds for Black Lives Matter, Black Trans Femme in the Arts and UK Black pride. Tayce has just been signed to one of Londons largest modelling agencies, this is a huge step in the right direction for black LGBTQI+ representation within the fashion industry,
Photography by Mateusz Sitek / Vogue and will hopefully help to begin to deconstruct the oppressive ideologies which continue to silently plague the fashion industry and black creativity.
As we continue to take inspiration from drag queens in all aspects of our lives, from the baking of our makeup to the slang we use on Twitter, the least we can do is value Drag for the art form it is, and welcome the changes that it brings to the industry. Queens like Bimini Bon Boulash and Tayce act as an accurate prediction of what the future face of fashion will look like, and hopefully foreshadows the increased inclusivity of the fashion industry.
Georgia Brown Design by Kerryn Blackwood
Photography by Francisco Gomez de Villlaboa / Attitude
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Spring/Summer Makeup Sorted After a year of mask-wearing, staying at home and zoom calls, it is time to think positive and get ready for the sunshine. Spring is officially here, summer is just around the corner, and the 2021 makeup trends are making the thought of experimenting with our makeup even more exciting. Everything might still be virtual in the world of fashion and beauty, but that doesn’t mean we are going to miss out on any of this year’s trends. From London to Paris to New York, dewy skin to pastel eyeliner, it’s time to change up our makeup routines in time for the summer days. Here a few of the biggest makeup trends for Spring/ Summer 2021…
Fluffy Brows
Natural Skin
Photograph / Pinterest Brows have been through a lot of changes in recent years, we’ve seen the popularity of the “Instagram Brow” fade and Fluffy Brows take centre stage. The natural, no-makeup look will be huge in 2021 and brows are no exception. Brands are making this trend even easier for us, with NYX have coming out with an extreme hold brow glue which will keep your brows in place all day and night.
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You can snatch it for £25.00 at Boots or Fenty Beauty Online With 2020 being the year of skincare, 2021 is the year to show off our natural shine. Dewy, fresh and radiant skin is set to top beauty trends this year, but keeping our makeup base minimal doesn’t mean boring, Fenty Beauty has just launched their Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint which allows you to blur but rock your natural skin.
Photograph / Pinterest
You can grab it at Superdrug for £6.50
Fashion
Colourful Eyes Check out Suva Beauty and their hydra liners, starting from £12.50, available on BeautyBay
Glossy Lips Photograph / @cutcreaser / Instagram
Think bold. Since it looks like face masks are here to stay for a little while longer, it’s time to focus on the eyes. Bright, colourful and graphic eyelids are a hot trend for 2021, whether it be statement eyeliner or vibrant shadow.
You can grab it at glossier.com for £11.00
Photograph / @Glossier
The barely-there, glossy lip is perfect to add a touch of glamour to our makeup looks. Not only does the high shine make our lips stand out, but brands are also coming out with products that offer a glassy finish as well as hydration. The Glossier Lip Gloss offers a gorgeous shine with the added benefits of Vitamin E and Jojoba Oil to keep our lips soft.
Cara Burkitt Design by Kerryn Blackwood
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Loochilu is getting me through
(quite literally)
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Fashion
Loochilu
Just over a year ago, we were all plunged into an international pandemic with no end in sight, how fun and fresh for 2020. So, in attempts to soothe my boredom and pandemic stress, I felt compelled to reinvent my appearance, as I believe many of us did. From cutting copious amounts of my hair off, to spending all of my SAAS on a new wardrobe from ASOS (I do NOT endorse this) It’s fair to say, lockdown sparked something a bit quirky in me. It was during this time I bought a wee pair of earrings on Etsy from a seller called Loochilu. Since then, Loochilu has exploded online and is partly responsible for the swift burst in appreciation for chunky, seventies jewellery.
chunky statement rings last year, and it’s been the new staple ever since, an instant classic if you will. From Bella Hadid to your local Instagram it-girl, funky rings, are a must. And Loochilu is providing the goods, affordably and sustainably. Her design process has since gone viral on Tiktok, as her rings are just that good and her process is incredibly satisfying. The pandemic has shifted the mindset of the consumer, and we now feel a need to support smaller businesses and artists. Personally, I find retail therapy so much better when I know it’s an ethical process. Not to mention, it’s also very exciting waiting for your personalised ring to be made. Then the anticipation of just waiting for this wee box to be dropped outside your door. From start to finish, it feels like an adventure, or perhaps that is just my activity-deprived, pandemic-brain talking. Regardless of that, at least my fingers are well dressed, and it brings a sense of normality.
Photograph / @loochilu_ / Instagram
Over the past year, it’s evident that statement jewellery and bold accessories have increased in popularity. With a resurgence in seventies fashion, beauty and home decor, jewellery was the next step, and digital businesses are taking full advantage of this demand. La Manso sparked the trend of
Photograph / @loochilu_ / Instagram Loochilu brought a touch of colour back into my days, something which I had lost over the past year. And during times like these, it is so important to invest in things that bring you happiness, whether that be a new book or in my case, a huge ring that screams colour, whatever floats your boat and gets you through this storm will do. Georgia Brown
Loochilu
Loochilu was created by Lucia Goodman, a textile student at Central Saint Martins in London. It’s a brand that showcases an array of funky rings and colourful earrings. All designed and made by hand, from scratch, in Lucia’s bedroom. There is something truly special about buying handmade pieces straight from the source, and Loochilu is no different, with each item being unique and her designs being one-of-a-kind.
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TOP PODCAST PICKS
I found throughout the pandemic I found peace in listening to podcasts, perhaps as way of feeling although I was a part of a conversation with people who live out with the four walls of my house. Whether studying, relaxing, or going to sleep, I find myself reaching for my phone to take my pick. So here I have compiled a collection of my current top podcasts, either for those who want to give them a try but don’t know where to start, or for those venturing out for a different listen.
GROWING WITH THE FLOW Perhaps my favourite podcast, ever. Hosted by Youtuber and Edinburgh University student Nayna Florence, this podcast tackles all subjects from jobs, student life, health, relationships to activism. This podcast has such a chill vibe and is the perfect listen for when your studying or just having a chill day, as I could personally listen to Nayna talk for hours! She notes that it is “a safe place to figure out who we want to be and instead of fearing the future, master the art of growing with the flow”.
THE EBOYS PODCAST The Eboys podcast is ideal if you don’t want to expect anything specific, and have a good laugh while listening. Hosted by the YouTube group Eboys , consisting of Willne, ImAlexx , Memeulous and James Marriott, this podcast promises something different every episode. Starting with the well loved Nutty News section at the beginning, you are ensured to have a smile on your face throughout. A very casual sit down and chatty podcast that discusses any and all topical news that week, and even features topic suggested by the listeners to create the highest listener satisfaction. The boys bounce off of each other so well throughout and each new episode is the highlight of my week.
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Entertainment & Technology
MORNING CUP
Credit: UNSPLASH Ever wanted to listen to a podcast fully, but don’t have the attention span or time to do so? This podcast is the one for you. Boasting over 600 episodes, this true crime podcast hosted by Korina Biemesderfer gives you the 15 minute or less run down of a true crime that happened on the day of history the episode is released. As the name suggests, it is the ideal thing to put on as you’re getting started with your day with a cup of tea (or coffee of course). An exciting and educating way to start your day, or even something to engage with if you’re taking a short break from your busy schedule.
OF MURDER
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All podcasts listed in this article can be found on all major streaming platforms. So don’t be shy, give them a try! Rachel Gibson Design by Megan Beattie
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A YEAR ON HOW HAS THE PANDEMIC SHAPED TECHNOLOGY?
As the current restrictions are soon to be lifted in the UK and overseas, the excitement is gradually tangible. In such a climate, it is easy to surpass the ways in which our world and technology has shaped this last year. This is why I have decided to take a look back at some of the most significant changes in technology that have been implemented throughout this year during the Covid-19 pandemic.
MOBILE APPS AND THE VIRTUAL ENTERTAINMENT BOOM The first tangible change was definitely the one in our way of experiencing and seeking entertainment. While physically taking part in an actual festival or event was not (and certainly is not) an option, many tech companies have found a gold mine throughout the social-distancing era. For instance, in May 2020, Eventbrite received a check of $225 million from Francisco Partners so that the company could implement a strategy that will gradually lead to the creation of more efficient virtual events until the re-establishment of live ones. With an increase in investments of virtual events, many companies have, consequentially, had the chance to develop brand new event apps or potentiate the existing ones. Partaking in live events has never been easier! One app that I can highly recommend is the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It’s surely something we would have never been able to access this comfortably before: dance shows, comedy, live music all in one compact mobile app.
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THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TELEHEALTH Whenever we talk about this past year, it is almost impossible not to notice how great of an effort and urgency have been put into creating new horizons for the health technologies sector. In between the many innovations, TeleHealth is a key health technology that has served as the MPV of all health and care technologies throughout the pandemic. By utilizing ICTs (Information and Communications Technologies) this system is able to provide patients with self-managing help and techniques in order to reduce any sort of hospitalisation. According to the World Health Organisation, it has been proved to be successful in treating patients with conditions such as Chronic Heart Failure, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, cancer and even the ones dealing with mental health issues. The way TeleHealth works is through a smart hub which collects the patient’s vital data and it can collect further data thanks to the various blood pressure readers, pulse oximers and blood glucose monitors. Not only this feature helped hospitals in better managing the overload of patients, but it also consistently reduced the dependency on GP services.
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CHINA DEVELOPED AN ENTIRE SYSTEM OF ROBOT DELIVERIES
This is definitely not something we ever experienced in the UK, however robot deliveries are now a reality in China. This is more futuristic than we thought, right?
In fact, worldwide, we had to assist to an increasing numbers of infections amongst couriers, and this issue is at the centre of this brand-new creation. The giant JD logistics was the first one to help businesses into shifting to robotic deliveries, incrementing the workflow up to 50%/70% for companies such as Ele.me, which was indeed able to send warm and delicious meals to quarantined people in the eastern Chinese town of Wenzhou. Will this be the year for us to have our food delivered in legit Star Wars fashion? Or is this idea still in a galaxy far, far away?
Francesca Sanna Design by Megan Beattie
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A marriage of some truly weird ingredients, this kungfu/sci-fi/techno/gorefest firmly lodged itself into the minds of a generation. It’s hard to imagine the games being as successful were they released today, but time has added a retro sheen to Ed Boon and John Tobias’ little NES game. As we all know, retro is cool. More than ten games later, the brand is still a powerhouse within the industry, and with an ever-diversifying portfolio to boot. Two movies, an animated film, and numerous TV shows have strived to prove MK isn’t (just) a vehicle for gratuitous gore, it has a story. These multimedia ventures, while inconsistent in quality, claim enough high points to concoct a convincing argument. At least, that’s what WarnerBrothers thought. More than 26 years after the first film, directorial novice Simon McQuoid is dragging Mortal Kombat back to the big screen, and he’s not playing it safe. Armed with a rogue’s gallery of the unknown and undiscovered, McQuoid embodies the MK spirit. He’s making the film he wants, gore and all. The keystone of this iteration, according to the director and cast, is authenticity. This means respect for the source material, an ethnically diverse crew, and most importantly, real fighters. The majority of the cast have genuine experience: Joe Taslim (SubZero) represented Indonesia for Judo at the Olympics, while Lewis Tan (Cole Young), Max Huang (Kung Lao), Ludi Lin (Liu Kang) and veteran Hiroyuki Sanada (Scorpion) all have years of martial arts training.
For man-mountain Nathan Jones (Reiko), the opposite is true. So often typecast as a mindless bruiser (which he plays well!), and hired purely for his physical traits. Within Mortal Kombat Jones plays a brutal, but calculated villain character. He is finally getting to flex his acting muscle instead of his, well, actual muscle. Mortal Kombat is a film characterised by brave choices. A 13-minute introduction where two lines of dialogue are spoken (in Chinese and Japanese to boot) is not an easy decision to make, especially for a first time director. First-time actor Max Huang playing one of the most beloved characters of a 26-year institution is not easy, but when McQuoid says he wants authenticity, he means it.
Mortal Kombat. The raucous, disrespectful 90s child that refuses to grow up, and we love them for it. First released in 1995, the series was a sudden, unprecedented success.
Fights are so often the heart of a film, where would Star Wars be without its spinning lightsabers? But too often these crucial scenes are handled by novices and obvious stunt doubles. With authenticity, comes confidence. The fights in Mortal Kombat are long and sprawling, why cut quality? Just as A Marriage Story revels in continuous shots of two actors at the top of their profession, Mortal Kombat is unafraid to show every second of confrontation. These are fights at their very best. While MK undeniably signals positive change for martial arts movies in general, thrusting them into the limelight and away from DVD bargain bins, stunt actors have a lot to be excited about too. Much of the cast has experience of playing stunt doubles, a shamelessly unsung profession (with no awards associated with it).
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Daniel Nelson (Kabal) is fresh off the set of Godzilla vs Kong, where he played a body double for a minor character. Here, in Mortal Kombat, it’s difficult to imagine a more different environment. Nelson is applauded and praised by loyal fans each day for his knowledge of the material, he’s had input into the design itself (link), and he finally gets to showcase his acting talents in a sincere, open manner.
The film’s mission statement is to make the niche mainstream. While we all love the realism and brutality of John Wick, and the box office certainly did (link), did it influence choreography for the real blockbusters? Unfortunately, no.
Videogame movies are so often scrambling for legitimacy, and their casting choices reflect that. With such low key actors in these roles, each performer can more easily incorporate their character. When you watch reactions to the fantastic trailer (seen here), people aren’t calling out the actors as they fly by, but the character themselves, that is the ethos of this film. The focus is the source material, a true videogame movie.
Declan Sutherland Design by Megan Beattie
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Tribute to
Helen McCrory In April 2021, Damian Lewis announced the tragic passing of his wife, Helen McCrory, at the age of just 52. McCrory, best known for her roles in Harry Potter and Peaky Blinders, had kept her cancer private while undergoing treatment, and told her family to go and live the lives she’d have wanted them to live after her passing. This article is to commemorate some of her best roles in TV and Film, and to tribute her as the fantastic actress she was, and always will be.
Narcissa Malfoy – Harry Potter franchise McCrory was originally cast as Bellatrix Lestrange in the fifth instalment (Order of the Phoenix) of the Harry Potter film series, however, her first pregnancy forced her to pull out of filming. She was then recast as Bellatrix’s sister, and mother of Draco (Tom Felton), Narcissa Malfoy. This was perhaps the most convenient switch of roles, as McCrory captured the mild but somewhat good-natured temperament of Narcissa perfectly, especially in the final film, Deathly Hallows Part 2.
Polly Gray – Peaky Blinders Perhaps her most recognisable role to date, McCrory appeared in the popular British drama as Aunt Polly Gray (Shelby), to brothers Tommy Shelby (Cillian Murphy) and his other siblings (Paul Anderson & Joe Cole etc.). McCrory has remained a key character in Peaky Blinders and her headstrong personality counted her as an important figure in the show.
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Arts & Culture Home Secretary Clair Dowar – Skyfall (007) The English-born actress played Home Secretary Clair Dowar in the 2012 James Bond film Skyfall, also starring Daniel Craig and Dame Judi Dench. McCrory was involved in one of the most dramatic scenes in the film, where Dench’s character is attacked in a courtroom.
McCrory has been nominated for various television and film awards, and won her first in 1997 at the Welsh BAFTA’s, for her role in the 1995 film Streetlife. She has since then won awards for her roles in Peaky Blinders and North Square, a TV series also starring Phil Davis and Kevin McKidd. Overall, Helen McCrory will be fondly remembered in every Harry Potter kids heart as bad boy Draco Malfoy’s mum, who in the end, saved Harry from demise. The older generation will remember her for her quick wit and formidable personality in popular TV series Peaky Blinders, who kept everyone else in the show in line. Overall, she will be fondly remembered as a familiar face in the industry, and her bravery battling such a horrible disease behind the scenes. Photograph / Flickr.com
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Under the Surface: A Conversation with Jack in Water is the alias of folk in Water Jack singer-songwriter William Clapson C
lapson was brought up in a little village in Essex, listening to the diverse musical influences of his parents. It was this mix of art-rock melancholy instrumentation, partnered with the guitar bands of his teenage years, that drove him to make the music he makes today. Following the release of his Anxious Smothers EP, The EDIT chatted to him about the success of his latest singles, the art of songwriting and his hopes for the future.
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How did you first get started in music? Where did you draw inspiration from?
written a song about her and she was super sweet about it. I think she was always a little jealous that I had written a song about my dad (‘Bone Fixer’) and not one about her – so now it’s even!
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What was your songwriting process for your latest string of singles? How do you get into ‘the zone’?
I think like a lot of people it is different for each song. A big theme for this album, which has not been so present before, was collaboration. I was super lucky to get into some writing sessions with people I’d already
I first started writing music in secondary school and was in a variety of indie bands. At that time, a lot of my inspiration was from indie guitar bands like The Strokes, The Libertines, etc. But as I got into my late teens, I started to get into more melancholic but uplifting music like Sufjan Stevens, Sigur Rós and Björk, and I think that began to influence the music I make now. I would say I’m still influenced in some degree by the bands I listened to growing up along with what I listen to now.
Your latest single, Anxious Smothers, was written about your mum. How long has this concept been in the works and what was her reaction when she Q. first heard it? The whole album was written about my childhood. My mum, for me, was a huge part of that as I lived with her on my own for a while. I wanted to write a song that essentially said ‘thank you’, that her job is done and now I’d love her to get the help in order to find her own kind of peace. I had the lyrical idea for a few years, but it wasn’t until I went into a writing session with Duncan Mills back in 2019 (an amazing producer, songwriter and all-round lovely guy) that we got chatting about it and it started to develop into this song. My mum was super nice about it. She could have chosen to focus on the fact that I talk a lot about her anxiety and its impact on her as a parent, but actually, I think she was super happy that I had
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Music admired before but would not have had the opportunity to work with if it wasn’t for being signed to Nettwerk. It’s a completely different process all together. I think finding that connection with someone and working towards creating something that is meaningful to both of you is an incredibly fulfilling experience. I also think it’s improved my writing a lot more. I think once you find that connection, that’s kind of the point when I feel in the zone. When writing on my own it’s a little messier, I find. I always try and get the bones of the song out as quickly as possible and record some kind of demo before all the selfdoubt ruins it! For me, songwriting is a matter of just turning up. Sometimes it works and flows and you are just naturally in the zone, and sometimes it’s like pulling teeth and you really have to work to write even the worst songs! Part of it is just trusting that something good will eventually show itself.
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You’ve previously referred to yourself as “a little village Englander”. How has your background influenced your sound?
I would say that because of my experiences living in a little village in the late 90s/early 00s, everything felt a bit repressed and shut-off emotionally. So, I feel like this has given me the desire to be more direct and honest, both lyrically and sonically. I also think it naturally made things feel quite melancholic and gloomy in terms of sound just because of the feelings I associate with that particular way of living.
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How has the coronavirus pandemic affected you over the last year? What have you missed most?
For me, it’s obviously had a big impact on my income, so I’ve had to get creative to make money and do a few other side jobs like video editing, but I feel very lucky that I am actually quite happy spending time at home. I feel most at peace the more time I have at home with my wife and my dog. I definitely miss the UK and my friends and family there, as well as Turkish food in North London and being able to collaborate in person rather than via video chat.
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What is your go-to karaoke song?
I’m terrified of karaoke, but it would probably be Britney Spears’ ‘…Baby One More Time’ or ‘Say My Name’ by Destiny’s Child. It’s impossible for me to choose between those!
Once Covid-19 clears off, how eager are you to tour the UK again? I’m really eager to see how the album is received live and just play it live as I’ve not Q. had the chance to yet. It’ll be really fun to do something that is a bit fuller rather than me with a guitar or a piano!
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Your debut album is set for release later this year. What can you tell us about it? Should we expect more of your signature melancholic sound or will there be a few surprises on there?
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As I said before, it’s all about my childhood, so I hope there are things that a lot of people can relate to in terms of growing up and all the ups and downs it comes with. It’s the body of work I’m most proud of and it’s been a dream of mine to record an album in the way that I did with a producer, with horns, strings, an amazing drummer, a choir and harmonium. I feel incredibly lucky that I’ve been able to do this as it’s always been a childhood dream of mine. There’s obviously quite a good chunk of melancholy on there, but I think there will be some surprises on there in terms of sounds I’ve not explored since my old guitar band indie days!
Jack in Water’s latest EP, Anxious Smothers, is available to stream now.
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If you could open a gig for any artist, who would it be and why?
It is really difficult to choose but I would have to say right now it’d be Patrick Watson. I think musically I feel a kind of connection to his sound at the moment that I don’t with any other artist. I love how he puts live shows together in terms of set up and sound and would love to see it from behind the scenes.
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Whitburn Loopy goes Number One
The Guitar Revival is On! -The Snuts Album Review
West Lothian indie band The
Snuts rocketed to the top of the Official Charts with debut album W.L - Whitburn Loopy, named after the young team where they reside - and God, what an album to begin with! Garnering a massive following from their hometown, the band have gone from strength to strength playing live shows all around the country. Their loyal fan base and infectious personalities meant that when the time came to announce their long-awaited album, it was anticipated with a fervor that I could only compare to an Academy-nominated blockbuster. The boys had international
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superstar Demi Lovato and her pack of devoted fans to battle; but beat the ex-Disney Channel star by just 272 chart sales. This is the first time in fourteen years that a Scottish band has topped the charts, with Dundeebased boys The View nabbing a number one with ‘Hats Off to the Buskers’ in 2007. The album opens with ‘Top Deck’ - a beautiful composition of guitar and cello, with standout lines such as ‘And is there enough hands on the top deck/ To spare your worried mind from heartbreak?’. The opening song is about the impact of drugs on the teenage generation, which frontman
Jack Cochrane wrote when he was just 15 years old. This song allows Cochrane’s insane vocal capabilities to shine through, alongside a sombre melody and subtly sad lyrics. Flowing seamlessly into previous singles ‘Always’ and ‘Juan Belmonte’ these tracks have similar yet different vibes. The guitar is infectious and would get the grouchiest to nod their head along to it. The mixture of genres through these songs is incredible; from blues in ‘Juan’, to the force of nature with house-inspired ‘Always’. The bassline in ‘All Your Friends’ was a riff by bass player Callum that sparked a new wave of fans to The Snuts door; and rightfully
Music so. The chorus is perfect for an electric atmosphere at a gig, and the sudden drop back into the verses leave you coming back for more again and again. ‘Somebody Loves You’ was a charity track recorded to raise funds for the Scottish Refugee Council, and is considered the cheeriest song on the track. The organs at the beginning give me goosebumps each time, and is the perfect pick-up track to remind you- somebody loves you, and that’s all I’ll say. Now onto the track that began it all for the band. ‘Glasgow’ is the track that makes you fall in love with a city, a band, a person, a feeling. It encompasses everything that the band are about - never forgetting where you came from and incredible music into the mix. The way the band made the album version sound exactly how it is played live, was unbelievable to me. It made me feel like I am back hearing it for the first time, on YouTube in my room at 15 years old. The tug of war that is ‘No Place I’d Rather Go’ is up next, a song that perfectly describes every coming of age story in the country. The lyrics ‘And if you ever catch me wishing/Hoping for more/Won’t you just please remind me of’ - encompass that feeling of wanting to spread your wings and travel the world. Yet, that homesick feeling stays stuck in your stomach, and is a reminder that there’s no place like home. The bridge sets the hairs on the back of your neck on edge, the feeling of being free coupled with Jack’s perfect voice and Joe’s melodic guitar. It’s enough to bring a tear to a glass eye. ‘Boardwalk’ captures the feeling of every emotion possible at once, its melancholy guitar and tender lyrics mean it sits at the top as one of my favourite songs of all time. It has to be said, however, the live version of
this track takes it to another level completely, with the build-up in the guitar and drums rendering me speechless. Previous singles ‘Maybe California’, ‘Coffee and Cigarettes’ and ‘Elephants’ are
“toNobe place is too small put on the map FOREVER” arguably the perfect tracks for driving to wherever your staycation is this summer. Hiphop inspired ‘Elephants’ is next level in terms of production and will be a permanent track in most of my playlists for the foreseeable future. ‘Don’t Forget It (Punk)’ is the most experimental track on the album thus far, explosive guitar and drummer Jordan’s backing vocals shining through here. This is the song that tells the listener, this band means business and does things on their authentic terms. The album finishes with my personal favourite, and the reason I am a fan in the first place, ‘Sing for Your Supper’. The quality of song writing in this track was the main reason I knew this band were going to high places, and the album version did not disappoint. It is an emotional song, full of passion, and will go down as one of their best songs in their entire discography.
Won’t you sing with me, please, every note?/How I long to be 18 years old’ is incredibly personal to someone who comes from the street adjacent to Baillie Street. It resonated as a track that longs to still be young, but with the knowledge of a much wiser man. ‘Waterbirds’ is the final track on the deluxe album, and focuses mostly on the intricate guitar flowing throughout it. It brings the album to a lulling finish, and the harmonies within the string arrangement and guitar resemble that of the opening track. In all, ‘W.L’ is, in terms of a debut album, practically perfect. Some fans were disappointed to not see demos such as ‘Mixer’, ‘What’s Going On’ and ‘The Matador’ on the track listing; but as Cochrane put simply, some songs are better left how they are, exceptional to begin with. The album perfectly encapsulates the feeling of growing up in a working-class town with no way out of the cycle, but Jack, Joe, Callum and Jordan have proven to all those hopeful kids that no place is too small to put on the map forever. W.L #1 Forever. -Abbie Meehan Design by Liam Pearce
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Extra tracks like ‘Blur Beat’ and ‘Microwave’ are criminally underrated in terms of musicality and lyrical genius, and are out there in terms of the bands normal sound. ‘4 Baillie Street’ is an ode to a street in Whitburn, and brought me to years on first listen. Hearing the emotion in Jack’s voice as he belts ‘Won’t you stay with me? I love you so/
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Government, but contrasts are drawn throughout the album between the magnetism of Hollywood and the darker side of America that Del Rey seems to be infatuated with. Chemtrails takes us on a journey through Lana’s fame and success. It stays true to her brand by incorporating love and romance. Her first single, Let Me Love You Like A Woman, explains how she wants to leave LA but doesn’t care where she goes as long as her lover is with her, the arrangement consisting of simple piano chords and light guitar strums. Breaking Up Slowly is a heart wrenching number that was co-written and sang with country star Nikki Lane. Lane’s voice is raspy which contrasts with Del Rey’s soft timbre, lending some melodious harmonies.
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Her seventh album was produced and cowritten by Jack Antonoff with the exception of Yosemite, which was created with Rick Nowels as a song originally intended for her 2017 album Lust For Life. Yosemite does fit in with the overall vibe and sound of Chemtrails with its acoustic guitar and falsetto pitch, but is lyrically weaker and possibly being used as a filler song that was rejected off another album. Chemtrails concludes with a cover of Joni Mitchell’s 1970 song For Free, which features
“She is no longer Romanticising Hollywod” vocals from Zella Day and Weyes Blood. It neatly ties the themes of this album together as it incorporates lyrics about a busker playing in the street for change: “No body stopped to hear him… they knew he had never been on TV, so they passed his music by.” Mitchell’s hit perfectly lays out Del Rey’s angle of talent transcending fame and celebrity culture. Like her 2019 record, Lana Del Rey sings about the unseen impact of Hollywood, the toxic culture its imbedded in, and hints of wanting to leave it all behind for her past life.
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Music In “Chocolate”, (which is a personal favorite) Maluma mellows into a completely different rhythm halfway into the song, and if you ask for my opinion, that is what makes it unique. It starts off with a sensual trap melody, where Maluma reminds his crush that he “likes her more than chocolate” and then transforms into a club-electronic dance song, before taking it down a notch two minutes in, becoming a slow-tempo dancehall song. Later on, in the songs “Agua de Jamaica” and “Desayun-Arte”, he combines reggae rock and sensual urban beats, and many would argue that those are the best sounds of this album.
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Maluma (Juan Luis Londoño Arias) is a 27-year-old Colombian
singer and songwriter from Medellín. His songs have been described as reggaeton, Latin trap and pop and he is one of the best-selling Latin music artists. He is the youngest artist to simultaneously hold both the #1 and #2 spots on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, he had twenty #1 singles on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart and he has won many awards, including a Latin Grammy Award, an MTV Video Music Award, two Latin American Music Awards, and been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album. Today, I am talking about “7 Días en Jamaica”, his new album that he released unexpectedly at the beginning of this year. Maluma wrote ‘7DJ’ when he visited Jamaica for a short holiday trip. The album consists of 7 songs and music videos and it has dancehall and reggae beats and of course, his famous reggaeton pop sound. His album opener song “Tonika”, embraces the island’s reggae culture and gives an idea of what will follow in this album. The song kicks off with an infectious reggaeton beat, but then transforming into a reggae track featuring Ziggy Marley. (son of Bob Marley) Maluma has said in an interview: “One of my favorite artists is Bob Marley and he inspired me like crazy on this new album. It was something that I already had in my DNA.” This is followed by a second collaboration titled “Love”, a lighthearted tune with lovesick lyrics, featuring dancehall singer, Charly Black. The song starts off with a phone call, during which Maluma tells Charly Black that he’s crushing on a girl, but Charly advises him to take things easy before he gets his heart broken.
Maluma mentioned that he wants his song “La Burbuja” to resonate as a ‘global song’, claiming that “It has a beautiful and strong story behind it”. The phrase “la burbuja, la burbuja, la burbuja,” which Maluma repeats throughout the song, is probably the catchiest verse in the entire album that will stick with you even after the song has ended. Plus, the track is clearly made for moving. Finally, the album closer “Peligrosa” will make you think that it’s a stripped-down piano track, but it becomes a reggaeton banger, which makes it an outstanding, dancehall anthem. Maluma’s admiration for Jamaica’s musical culture is observed in this album, and it has gained many positive reviews. With almost 58 million Instagram followers, he is one of the top male Latin artists, who is constantly proving that he is dominating the global markets. I don’t think we’ll stop listening about him and his successes anytime soon, as he will make his movie debut soon too, alongside Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson. -Athina Giannakopoulou Design by Liam Pearce
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How Rangers Managed to Stop Celtic’s 10 in a Row Bid. Steven Gerrard’s Rangers have managed to stop Celtics ten in a row bid at the final hurdle as they managed to wrap up the premiership title before the start of the split. Contributing to Rangers success this season is the many signings they have made including appointing Gerrard, giving him time to rebuild the team and form his own tactics. Along with this, Rangers have been brilliantly consistent in both Scotland and Europe, while their rivals Celtic have had the complete opposite season which has seen their title defence and aspirations for the legendary ten titles in a row end in disaster.
Signings Since Steven Gerrard took over in June of 2018, only 4 players have remained at the club with these players being Ryan Jack, Alfredo Morelos, the captain James Tavernier, and youngster Jamie Barjonas. This shows that over the past 3 years there has been a massive rebuilding of the squad with a lot of this being financed by success in the Europa League along with an expansion of sponsorships. This increase in finances has let Gerrard sign over 20 new players with many other players arriving on loan. Notable signings include winger Ryan Kent from Liverpool for £6.5 million, midfielder Glen Kamara from Dundee for an astonishing £50 thousand, and defender Filip Helander who has not lost a league game for his Rangers during his two years at the club. Gerrard has also brought back players who have played at Rangers before including veteran goalkeeper Allan McGregor who has been the man to save Rangers on many occasions with some outstanding saves, along with Northern Irish midfielder Steven Davis who is the most capped international player in Britain. Bringing back such players who have won the league before allowed Rangers to have a better title winning mentality as there were players who understood fully what had to be done and what they were up against. Arguably, Rangers best signings in the last few years have been Gerrard and his backroom staff, with Gerrard being a legend of the game and he has an immense pull factor for players to come to Rangers. Many players when they sign have expressed how they cannot wait to play
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Photograph / @RangersFC / Twitter under Gerrard as he is a natural leader due to previously being captain of Liverpool in his playing days. Gerrard has successfully managed to get the discipline of striker Alfredo Morelos under control this season as Morelos is famed for getting sent off or booked. This season however, Morelos has not been sent off once allowing him to continuously score goals and contribute to his best ability on the pitch. Gerrard also brought structure and professionalism back to the club after the disastrous spell previously suffered under manager Pedro Caixinha saw Rangers fall further behind rivals Celtic.
Consistency Rangers are set to go the entire premiership season unbeaten with only post-split fixtures left to play which include an Old Firm and matches against Aberdeen and Hibernian at Ibrox. Rangers so far have won 28 of the 33 matches played, drawing the other 5, and have enjoyed massive wins along their way to the title including an 8-0 win over Hamilton, a 4-0 win over Aberdeen, and a 5-0 win over Ross County. The biggest games though that seen Rangers become champions were the games they managed to see out with 1-0 and 2-1 wins in the run up to securing the title along with going to tough away grounds such as Celtic Park and Pittodrie and not being beaten. Rangers have also discovered
Sports brilliant consistency in Europe as Steven Gerrard has seen his side reach the round of 16 for the second year in a row, which has included beating big European opposition such as Porto, Galatasary, and Braga. Under Gerrard, Rangers have only lost twice at home in Europe, and they have been able to take this momentum from their European campaigns into the league which has helped them grind out wins instead of dropping points. If Rangers go unbeaten then they will be the first side to achieve this since Brendan Rodgers record breaking Celtic side of the 16/17 season.
Tactics Steven Gerrard has worked under many highprofile managers during both his playing and coaching days. Some of these managers he has played under include Rafa Benitez, Brendan Rodgers, and Roy Hodgson, while Gerrard was a coach for Liverpool Under 18s during Jurgen Klopp’s current tenure as manager of Liverpool. Gerrard has implemented his tactics at Rangers based on the many different managers he has been under. When he first arrived at Rangers, Gerrard implemented a 4-3-3 system which he has pretty much stuck with over the last 3 seasons along with implementing a 4-2-3-1 formation when struggling to break down opposition. Most teams in the premiership play very defensively against Rangers, especially this season, to make Rangers struggle to create chances in the final third. To combat this, Gerrard changed his basic 4-3-3 with natural wingers to a 4-3-3 that included two number 10s or attacking midfielders instead of wingers. This new system seen Rangers form improve a lot at the end of the 18/19 season and allows Rangers to have a better ability of overloading certain defensive teams such as Hamilton and Livingston. Gerrard is massively helped by his backroom staff with first team coach Michael Beale being described as one of the best at conducting sessions in training and described as the brains behind Rangers success. Both came from Liverpool and will both be tipped to return to where they came from when Jurgen Klopp either leaves or is sacked from his role as Liverpool manager. Rangers have been the tactically superior side this season against their rivals with Celtic failing to beat Rangers on the three occasions they have faced this season in the league. Celtic have constantly changed their tactics and line-ups seemingly every week which was a contributing factor into Celtic not securing another title.
of attempting to win a tenth title in a row. From underperforming signings and embarrassing results, Celtics full season was inconsistent and one to forget. Starting with Celtics signings, the club have spent up to £15 million this season including bringing in a few players on loan. Notable names such as Shane Duffy, Diego Laxalt and Jonjoe Kenny arrived on loan, while David Turnbull, Vasilis Barkas, and Albian Ajeti were all purchased for big fees with each costing between £3-5 million. Most of these signings have been underwhelming to say the least with David Turnbull being the only signing that has been successful and who Celtic will look to rebuild their team around. The others, however, have not been up to standard. Shane Duffy has never been able to settle during his spell at Celtic with multiple costly mistakes in the defence contributing to losses for Celtic against both Scottish and European opposition. Goalkeeper Vasilis Barkas has similarly struggled to settle and has been criticised along with the defence for the number of goals, particularly set pieces, Celtic have managed to concede. Striker Albian Ajeti has also had issues with fitness while the loan signings of fullbacks Laxalt and Kenny have been average at best. While Celtic did secure a quadruple treble this season, their success has been clouded by results which eventually culminated in Neil Lennon losing his job. The awful European campaign which saw Celtic win 1 out of 6 in the group stage and included two 4-1 losses to Sparta Prague, along with an early Champions league second round qualifying exit to Ferencvaros at home were big factors in Lennon’s sacking. But it was results in Scotland that put an end to Lennon’s second tenure at the club with a loss to Ross County in the League Cup mounting on the pressure in November. Further poor results followed including a loss to Rangers with Rangers not having a shot on target, too many draws, and finally another loss to Ross County up in Dingwall to seal the deal on Lennon’s fate. Celtic will have to trigger a massive rebuild for themselves over the coming months if they want to put up a much better challenge for the title next season. Connor Ryan
Celtic Despite Rangers having a tremendous premiership campaign, Celtic certainly did not put up much of a challenge as they crumbled under the pressure
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Missed Chance? Stars that Steve Clarke missed out on in his National Team picks [1]
With the Euro2020 tournament edging closer and closer, Scotland fans are playing tactics manager once again as national team manager Steve Clarke revealed his 26-man squad. With Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack now sidelined with a persistent calf injury, this opens up the debate on if Clarke will replace the typical mainstay in his midfield. Scotland and Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie is also out of the squad due to injury, giving the Scotland coach options to add another attacker to the team. Listed below are some of the options Clarke may now take up on, despite the players missing out on the initial selection.
David Turnbull The Celtic attacking midfielder has been in fine form since the turn of the year, scoring 7 goals and racking up 5 assists in the 27 matches he has been a part of. The 21-year-old joined Celtic from fellow league side Motherwell, on a four-year deal worth £3 million. This new move when a contract the previous
year fell through after Turnbull’s medical revealed he required preventative surgery on his left knee. Celtic fans have argued that Turnbull has not been used to his full extent this seasion, after the 9-ina-row side conceded the league to Rangers, who celebrated their 55th league win in March. Turnbull has been highly influential in revitilasing the Celtic midfield in the second half of the season, and could be part of the key to success for the Scotland National Team at the Euros.
Billy Gilmour Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour was the talk of the town after his masterclass against title holders Liverpool in 2020. Having begun his career in the Rangers Academy, he made the move to Premier League side Chelsea in May 2017 for an initial development fee of £500k, with potential add-ons given he progresses in the team. Scotland fans posted on various social media sites crying out for the 19-year-old to be called up to the senior squad, after he began impressing in Chelsea colours.
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Sports However, the teen has only made one appearance in new manager Thomas Tuchel’s team, yet Tuchel stresses the highly-rated Gilmour is still part of his plans for the club.
Ryan Gauld A player adored by Dundee United fans despite leaving in 2014, Gauld would be a wildcard choice for Steve Clarke if the option becomes available.
Gilmour is the closest replacement to injured Ryan Jack, however his age and lack of game time may be the reasoning behind his exclusion from the team selection in the first instance.
Although his stint at Porteguese giants Sporting Clube de Portugal was a bit disappointing, he has impressed at second tier side Farense. He scored his first career hat-trick in February 2020 and finished the league as the team’s top scorer; also helping with their promotion to the first division.
James Forrest A familiar face in the squad, modern-day Celtic legend James Forrest was left out of the team due to an injury he had sustained in September 2020.
With 33 career goals to his name, the 25-year-old gives the Scotland coach options to consider, and could be the surprise name we see in the next few weeks.
The winger has 93 goals and the same amount of assists for the Glasgow side, and 5 goals for the Scotland squad. He was also the first Celtic player to net a treble in the national team since Jimmy Quinn in 1908. These incredible stats would mean Clarke would be most likely to include him once again in the team, so I would not be surprised to see his face at the Euros. That is, if he remains match-fit.
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