Brig Newspaper

23/10/2025

Uncover the complex connection between Swift's recent album and modern culture, addressing themes of detachment and anti-intellectualism.

This deep dive into the language, themes, and politics of The Life of a Showgirl shines a new light on the album. What did you think of it?

Examining Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl through the lens of privilege and performance, this piece explores how her art, image, and influence reflect a broader cultural drift toward distraction and anti-intellectualism.

23/10/2025

Falkirk indie-folk five-piece Brògeal have released their debut album, Tuesday Paper Club. Brig took the trip to Dundee to catch their first record store performance.

Have you listened to Tuesday Paper Club yet? What did you think?

Falkirk indie-folk five-piece Brògeal have released their debut album, Tuesday Paper Club. Brig took the trip to Dundee to catch their first record store performance. Have you listened to Tuesday Paper Club yet? What did you think?

22/10/2025

Wanting to try something new?
Explore how Muay Thai works and fits into any fitness routine. Sports editor Erin takes you through how to get started - it's great for beginners seeking strength and coordination.

Explore how Muay Thai works and fits into any fitness routine. Great for beginners seeking strength and coordination.

22/10/2025

Fright Fortnight Day 4 brings us a short story by Nicola Berry to haunt our dark evenings as Halloween draws in.

Are you scared?

Fright Fortnight Day 4 brings us a short story by Nicola Berry to haunt our dark evenings as Halloween draws in. Are you scared?

21/10/2025

Brig Film&TV presents… our annual Fright Fortnight!

Fright Fortnight began on 18th October and will be running until Halloween. Join our writers as they explore their favourite horror films. All articles can be found on our website under the “Film & TV” section.

Scroll for a sneak peak…

20/10/2025

Day 3 of Fright Fortnight explains the often unknown differences between a horror and a thriller whilst asking which is the scarier choice?

Do you know the difference between a Horror and Thriller? Find out key differences, similarities and what is arguably the scarier option!

20/10/2025

NewDad wow in Manchester, leaving Glasgow fans teeming with anticipation for their upcoming show.

Are you seeing NewDad in SWG3?

NewDad sell out opening night Manchester gig, with Glasgow performance tomorrow in SWG3 TV Studio. Newdad have just begun their UK leg.

20/10/2025

For the second instalment of Fright Fortnight 2025, Brig takes a look back at Charlie Brooker's Dead Set and explores why the show is a hidden gem.

Have you seen Dead Set?

Today for Fright Fortnight Brig takes a look back at Charlie Brooker's Deadset and explores why the show is a hidden gem.

20/10/2025

Experimental rapper Danny Brown has been building up to his new album Stardust releasing November 7.

Are you excited for the album?

Experimental rapper Danny Brown has been building up to his new album ‘Stardust’ releasing November 7th.

20/10/2025

Brig writer Bertie looks into how the Conservatives have performed historically and how they're doing now.

Do you think Reform has completely replaced the Conservatives?

Following over a century as the country's 'natural governing party', the Conservatives are at a record low and have nothing left to conserve.

19/10/2025

TUESDAY, 6.30PM, ROOM LTB4!! 🚨🚨
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Are you interested in writing reviews for Brig? What about after Uni? Well now is your chance to learn how to write them like a professional! Come down to the usual room where we will go through some examples of past Brig reviews that did well and do a fun activity to help you develop your review writing skills. After that, we’ll head to the pub. See you there!
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