Month: February 2015

WHERE CAN A DJ GO IF HE DOESN”T WANT TO GO?

Being a DJ isn’t always about playing in clubs or living a raucous nightlife. There is another, less understood, side of the art of DJing that can best be exemplified by this year’s Grammy winner, Aphex Twin. Having taken the award for Best Dance/Electronic Album, this reclusive musical genius didn’t even venture out of his…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 12, 2015

THE REPLACEMENTS ARE “BACK BY UNPOPULAR DEMAND” The Replacements walked away from each other in Chicago’s Grant Park on July 4, 1991, seemingly never to return to the stage toether again. That all changed in late 2013 when singer, guitarist and principal songwriter Paul Westerberg and bassist Tommy Stinson enthusiastically reunited (with drummer Josh Freese…

HOW TO SURVIVE A WILD SNOW FILLED WINTER

Better Business Bureau (BBB) has launched a new website to help New Englanders for before, during and after winter storms. BBB’s new website provides information on storm preparation, how to avoid scams targeting homeowners, and lists of trustworthy businesses. “New England has been hit with record-breaking snow this winter. BBB has provided new resources to…

KATY TIZ RELEASES NEW SINGLE “WHISTLE (WHILE YOU WORK IT)”

UK singer/songwriter Katy Tiz is back with “Whistle (While You Work It)” the new single off of her upcoming Atlantic Records debut album. JustJared premiered the lyric video yesterday saying the song “is going to be your next big jam.” “Whistle (While You Work It)” follows the success of “The Big Bang,” Katy’s breakout single…

POLYPHASE NEW VIDEO “MAMIFEROS”

POLYPHASE has an American/British influence, therefore they sing mainly in English, although they do have a few songs in Spanish. Despite the language barrier of being in a Latin market and singing in English, POLYPHASE is one of the most important rock bands in the Rep. of Panama. POLYPHASE has had 4 of their music…

Max Random

Question: what´s the thing that comes to your mind when the last name of an artist is Random? Well, I am pretty sure we will all most likely think the same thing – this guy must be a comedian. If that was your first thought, then you are completely right. Max Random´s Analog Man kicks…

Jourdan Myers

No, this is not Tori Amos or Coldplay but they definitely play a big role on Minneapolis singer-songwriter Jourdan Myers which even though she says she doesn’t consider herself a perfectionist, you can really hear she did paid attention to details on every song in her new album Run Me With Love. ‘Lifetime or Before’…

AVRIL LAVIGNE RETURNS

Check out the new video from Avril from her self-titled 5th studio album, “Give You What You Like” is the featured song for the new Lifetime film, ‘Babysitters Black Book’, premiering on Saturday, February 21. “Give You What You Like” is available at iTunes! http://bit.ly/1KCPCER

THE MAGIC OF STONERIDER

StoneRider isn’t just another Rock band! The diversity of styles between the band members delivers a classic rock sound that takes you back to the 60’s and 70’s in a variety of unpredictable ways. With their release of ‘Fountains Left to Wake’ in 2012, the band found their audience. Almost the entire album was recorded…

CUTTING EDGE BAND SLICING THEIR WAY INTO AMERICA’S HEART

Dallas, Texas, the land of cowboys, outlaws and an elite football team also lets not leave out the cheerleaders. But this lone star state has a lot more to offer in the way of entertainment and it starts with its youth. In 2009 a group of young musicians came together to develop a unique sound…

TROPICS DEBUT LP STREAM

UK songwriter Tropics (AKA Chris Ward) has revealed his sophomore album Rapture in its entirety, the full album is out February 17th on Innovative Leisure. His music draws inspiration from artists like James Blake, Little Dragon, Rhye and more, delivering moody, chilling vocals over equally-haunting instrumentation. https://soundcloud.com/innovativeleisure/sets/tropics-rapture-1

MYSTIC REVEALERS & CHRONIXX RALLY FOR SOCIAL CHANGE ON NEW SINGLE

Following the group’s latest collection Crucial Cuts (Jan 13, VP Records/Dub Rockers), the legendary reggae band Mystic Revealers releases the brand new track “Herb Must Legalize Now” (Feb 3, VP Records/Dub Rockers) featuring Jamaica’s rising star Chronixx. The song premiered on COMPLEX and is available this week on iTunes. The single, supporting legalization of the…

GLAY EXPO: ONE MUSIC LOVER’S EXPERIENCE

Background: GLAY is a rock band from the Hokkaido area, and formed in 1988. The members came together as a high school band, when founding Takuro, asked Teru to play drums. Growing in local popularity while still in high school, a move to Tokyo after graduation taught the the harsh truth that a popular small…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 11, 2015

NEW VIDEO BY AMANDA KRAVAT Amanda’s EP debuted at #3 on iTunes’ Singer-Songwriter EP chart and at #29 on the iTunes Singer-Songwriter Album Chart. International distribution is underway, a new Film & TV licensing agreement has been confirmed, a witty, second music video is nearing completion and tour dates will be announced soon. Social media…

DANK NEW SINGLE “WHO’S GOT YA LOVE”

DANK’s new single, “Who’s Got Ya Love” displays a different side to this talented electronic producer. Known for his hard-hitting bass and driving beats, “Who’s Got Ya Love” sees DANK experiment with his sound and the results are extraordinary. Sultry saxophone and smooth vocals are prominent throughout the track. DANK continues to push himself with…

NEW VIDEO BY MIKE ELRINGTON

With his outstanding guitar playing, soulful, gut-wrenching vocals and innovative songwriting, thirty-year-old Mike Elrington is quickly showing promise as one of the most thrilling young performers in Australia today. Whether working with his three-piece electric band (The Advocates) or as an acoustic solo act, Mike’s original mix of driving Rock/Blues/Prog/Alternative/Pop and Acoustic Folk/Rock is delivered…

Carol Riddick – Love Phases

Title Of Album: “Love Phases” released in 2015 independently by Carol Riddick. The genre is soul but I say it also has R&B and jazz undertones. There are 11 tracks with a total time of 44:22. I’ve had the pleasure of observing the transformation of Riddick from a shy young lady developing into a powerful,…

6 DENTAL TIP THAT GIVE YOU A BEAUTIFUL SMILE

A smile helps you to connect with others and the whiter your teeth are, the more encouraged to smile you will feel. Below are things that you should do to take care of your teeth and keep your smile beautiful: 1. Don’t eat foods that stain your teeth Beverages such as coffee and tea can…

MADONNA’S “LIVING FOR LOVE” MUSIC VIDEO AVAILABLE ON VEVO

Madonna released the music video for “Living For Love” today on Vevo, 24 hours after its groundbreaking premiere on the Snap Channel on Snapchat Discover. The Material Girl was the first superstar artist to premiere a video through the photo sharing app and the first to premiere one on the Snap Channel. The music video…

FIVE FOLK REVIVAL ARTISTS YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO

New York in the 1940’s was a time of many things we still remember today—panic and nationalism in the face of World War II, hesitant hopefulness as the economy climbed out from the Great Depression, and…folk music? That’s right, as it turns out the folk revival movement got its start in New York, as an…

Spinn – City Country

Aptly named, Spinn’s “City Country” displays a true talent in updating country music, to show how geography no longer limits its appeal. For a long time country music has been a particular style of music heavily associated with the south and the west. On “City Country” Spinn sings of both New Jersey and the South,…

A QUICK GUIDE ON CHOOSING THE BEST LENSES FOR YOUR SUNGLASSES

Focusing more on the frame than on what is inside it, that is. We are always looking on the outside and ignoring the inside… and it should not be that way; not for people and not for sunglasses. While the frame is important, the shape and color needs to match your hair and skin color…

MASTER SEX EXPERT NIKKI RANSOM-ALFRED RELEASES NEW BOOK

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for all things sex and love. Certified master sex expert educator and sex and relationship coach, Nikki Ransom-Alfred, knows this all to too well and is releasing of her new book 30 Sex Positions and Tips For Getting Wild, Rough, and Kinky for lovers looking for adventure. An expressive…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 6, 2015

LUNA SOPOR SECOND STUDIO ALBUM ‘COBALT’ OUT NOW Luna Sopor releases second Studio Album titled Cobalt. Characterized by driving Guitars and powerful Female Vocals, Luna Sopor’s music melds Rock, Punk, and elements of Metal into a mesmerizing whole. Click the link, hit the play button, and rock out good and loud! Have fun & enjoy!…

ETERNAL DEATH “VIOLENCE”

Hailing all the way from Scandinavia Eternal death are the anti-pop stars that have forged their own version of Sweden’s electro pop that is full of grit, death and sparkling pop melodies. Consisting of, singer-songwriter Elin Berlin who critics have been calling ‘a hazy, 21 year old Dolly Parton’ and producer and songwriter Johan Angergard.…

THE MOWGLI’S RELEASE NEW SINGLE “I’M GOOD”

THE MOWGLI’S have released their new single “I’m Good” on iTunes and all digital retailers today – listen HERE! With its sunny, infectious melody and anthemic chorus, “I’m Good” uplifts and enchants. Now, fans who pre-order THE MOWGLI’S sophomore album Kids In Love will receive an immediate download of “I’m Good” and previously released “Though…

MICHAEL FEUERSTACK “THE DEVIL”

Singer and songwriter, gentleman and liar, gadfly and firefly and fall guy, indispensable, Michael Feuerstack is a man who lives and makes music in Montreal. Long one of the Canadian scene’s most revered songwriters, across almost 25 years, working under his own name and the past alias Snailhouse, Feuerstack has built an underground canon of…

WHAT CONSTRUCTION WORKERS NEEED TO KNOW ABOUT ON THE JOB INJURY

Construction workers work hard, and oftentimes on the job injury can come with the territory. Employers must be held accountable and protect their workers, but sometimes injuries can be vague and it can be hard to decide who is at fault. As a construction worker, you need to understand your rights, be sure to protect…

Oshy feat. Ron Browz – Whatz Up

“Whatz Up” is RNB down to an absolute science. Everything syncs up perfectly: from the crystal-clear production to the smooth vocals. Rhythms are infectious the melodies glistening and overall there is a true sense of comfort within the track. The bass hits in all the right ways helping to solidify the track’s slow-moving groove. By…

Mutts – Fuel Yer Delusion Vol. 4

“Fuel Yer Delusion vol. 4” is the new album from Chicago-Based self-described Grounge band, The Mutts. Opening the album is “America’s Next Top Something, Pt. 1” which clearly represents a blend of gunge and lounge in which the Mutts live up to the expectation set by their mashup conceit. It’s a fun listen, though may…

JIM CAMACHO “OPHELIA”

Miami based singer/songwriter Jim Camacho rerecorded a song from his critically acclaimed 2004 release Stalker Songs and released it today. “Ophelia” is now available as a free mp3 download on www.JimCamacho.com and can be streamed from the artist’s Soundcloud page. The video for the track, shot during the recording by Jordan Welch and edited by…

DIGITAL SIGNAGE FOR RESTAURANTS: HARDWARE VS SOFTWARE

It is an eternal battle to decide what is more important: digital signage hardware or the software and by extension content? Dangers of considering hardware sans software You will find that in majority of the places where digital signage has been or is awaiting installation, end-users are more interested in the hardware: selecting and installing…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 5, 2015

TORY LANEZ VIDEO “PRICELESS” Tory Lanez has just released his video for “Priceless” from his breakout mixtape, “Lost Cause”, and prepares to embark on the second leg of his national tour. The video depicts Tory in his hometown of Toronto where he is a clothing boutique owner dealing with hagglers and cuts to scenes of…

SPOOK THE HORSES NEW ALBUM POSTED

Fans of hypnotic and multi-faceted atmospheric metal can experience the entire Rainmaker album from Wellington, New Zealand’s dynamic outfit, SPOOK THE HORSES, as they triumphantly and independently release their immersive second LP to the masses today. Engulfing over forty-six minutes, SPOOK THE HORSES’ undulating post-hardcore and atmospheric metal shifts effortlessly between lacerating and sublime elements…

TOTO DEBUT NEW SINGLE ‘ORPHAN’

Frontiers Music Srl has announced a March 20 release date for TOTO XIV in Europe, with The UK and Oceania on 3/23, and North America on March 24. The album will hit retail globally, with specific dates for territories in Asia, South America and others to follow. The first single from TOTO XIV “Orphan” is…

ANCHOR VIDEO “SURVIVE”

Anchor returns in april 2015 with their third album Distance & Devotion. The album holds 11 tracks built out of frustration, personal struggle, firm convictions and deeply rooted ethics. The band have forged a hard and heavy rock album in Distance & Devotion. Adding more melodys and better arrangment to their already energy filled songs…