Month: February 2016

Jillian Kohr – ‘Free’

Jillian Kohr’s “Free” is an impeccable ode to living life on one’s own terms. Defiant at times Jillian Kohr creates a compelling series of songs. Her lyrics tie the pieces together creating a snapshot of a person. All a person’s hope, dreams, and disappointments are captured fully and completely. Behind her is a band that…

ETHEREAL RIFFIAN ANNOUNCE NEW EP + LISTEN TO THE FIRST ADVANCE

Ukrainian psychedelic rockers ETHEREAL RIFFIAN have announced a new EP entitled “I AM. Deathless”, which will be released in late March in association with Robustfellow Prods. The band commented: “The day that happens only once in four years, and the same day that finally brings Di Caprio an Oscar – is a very rare day…

The Love Load – ‘Metal Mothman’

The Love Load is a rock/metal/punk band from Washington D.C. consisting of just three enthusiasts: Ted Watts (bass, vocals), Ben Azzara (drums), Blaine Misner (guitar, back vocals). On December 14, 2015 they released their new EP called Metal Mothman. The main figure of the album is the Mothman, the cryptid that was widely discussed by…

Bongo Boy Records – ‘Out of the Garage VOL 1’

Opening things up is the undeniable swagger of Mark Lindsay’s “Like Nothing You’ve Seen”. Formerly the lead singer of the 60s band Paul Revere & the Raiders, Mark Lindsay’s “Like Nothing You’ve Seen” has a retro playful feel, courtesy of a strong guitar riff and just the right amount of organ. Absolutely joyful the song…

ROLLING FOR GOOD TIMES: TOP 5 ROLLING PAPERS

What’s the best rolling paper around? That’s like asking if a bong or vaporizer is better. Sure, each has its own pros and cons, but ultimately, it’s all about personal preference. With that said, good and bad papers still exist and you definitely don’t want to ruin a good roll with crappy papers. From beginner…

PREMIERE: IDALEE VIDEO “STARTING NOW”

Indie rock singer-songwriter Idalee (aka Topher Hall) is making his debut with EP Starting Now, available via iTunes and Idalee.com starting March 4. In addition, Idalee has worked with non-profit organization, Prison Fellowship to record and release a music video and mini-documentary about the bonus single “Heal.” The video premiered on Caesar Live’n Loud and…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 29, 2016

JOEY KNEISER (GLOSSARY) HITS THE ROAD Joey Kneiser was a boy formed in the red-clay mountains of East Tennessee. Skinned-kneed and too blind to drive a car, he constantly searched for a place to locate his restlessness– playing in punk bands with instruments he taught himself to play, skateboarding with a pack of Oak Ridge…

Tyler Colt

Tyler Colt’s “Back To The Start” is a perfect kind of pop. With carefully crafted lyrics and a catchy melody the song builds up into something so extraordinary. Opening up with a muted guitar hook the song comes into full bloom after the swinging rhythm comes into the picture. Articulate lyrics reflect the kind of…

Jack the Radio – ‘Badlands’

Jack the Radio’s “Badlands” deserves to be blasted as loud as possible. Packed to the brim with intricate arrangements Jack the Radio’s music positively soars. Aiming for the skies Jack the Radio goes for an epic all-encompassing sound. With a multitude of divergent styles married together (country with indie, hard rock with blues) Jack the…

Small Town Sound – ‘For Mama’

Sung straight from the heart Small Town Sound’s “For Mama EP” is Americana at its absolute best. Lyrically these songs describe the day to day life of living honestly with oneself. Tuffy Casteel’s voice conveys this sense of purpose with crystal clarity. At times Tuffy Casteel’s vocals recall Rob Thomas at his absolute best. Besides…

Under the Bodhi Tree – ‘The Selfish Generation’

Esco Santerio was a prophet. He foretold of a day when two young men embark on a quest for musical enlightenment. In the same place Buddha embarked on his 49 day journey, Under the Bodhi Tree has created a sacred place of musical exploration, comprising of Duncan Newland-Thompson, Jaymic Volz and Paul Depew, these rockers…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 24, 2016

PHANTOMS COVER “COCAINE” Phantoms have released their new cover of Eric Clapton’s classic “Cocaine” with all new production and vocals. The song was originally recorded in 1976 by country blues singer JJ Cale, both the song and Cale were made famous when Eric Clapton released his version in 1977. Stream the Phantoms cover below and…

LE FOLLO ARIE “SHOT IN THE DARK” VIDEO

The Milanese prog-pop band Le Folli Arie, considered to be one of the most interesting new acts of the Italian indie scene, after the success of the first single in English “It’s not easy” and of the first 3 Italian singles, releases the video of the second single in English “Shot in the dark”. Written…

REPTALIENS NEW SINGLE

Reptaliens are the newest band to emerge from Portland, blowing up with their lo-fi single “Forced Entry”. While the band may be new, the members are definitely veterans of the music circuit, bringing to the table their past experiences from Portland bands Blouse (Captured Tracks), Wampire (Polyvinyl), and Brainstorm (Tender Loving Empire). The duo also…

JAMES OFFICIAL SINGLE “NOTHING BUT LOVE” OUT NOW

One of the UK’s most creatively restless and loved artists, James, have announced today that they will be releasing their fourteenth studio album “Girl At The End Of The World” in North America on March 18th. Already, two stellar singles have been revealed from this highly anticipated full-length; “To My Surprise” dropped last month (watch…

Claudia Norris – ‘Shine’

Canadian singer/songwriter Claudia Norris has been writing her own tunes since the age of 14 and singing since she was a little kid, so she definitely has experience under her belt at this point. Shine is her third EP release in which tips the hat to her influences Hilary Duff, Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson’s…

Josh Phillips – ‘New Beginnings’

Chicago native and Berklee School of Music graduate Josh Phillips may have a stellar musical pedigree, but his EP release New Beginnings never sounds like he’s slumming it. Phillips makes his home these days in Nashville, Tennessee and has embraced the AOR/pop country style with comfortable assurance. This six song collection is slick, expertly produced…

Les Fradkin – ‘Mr.Midi Guitar’

‘Mr. Midi Guitar’ himself, Les Fradkin, brings to you a hot off the press album that’s like nothing you’ve ever heard before! The record features eight, digitally remastered compositions from previous albums and one brand new recording for 2016 titled “Ode To Joy”. What you get here is a musical montage of innovative richness and…

MASSIVE ATTACK PREMIERE THE VIDEO FOR “VOODOO IN MY BLOOD”

Massive Attack have today premiered the brand new video for “Voodoo In My Blood”. Directed by Ringan Ledwidge, the video is available to watch right now here: http://po.st/VIMBvideo “Am I involved?… Someone said the girl in the video looks like me. I have been to the Joe Strummer subway. I did have a strange encounter…

TITUS ANDRONICUS & CRAIG FINN NEW SINGLE

With the hotly anticipated “No Faith / No Future / No Problem” American Tour kicking off in just one week, peerless rock band Titus Andronicus [ hereafter +@ ] and luminous singer-songwriter Craig Finn are ready to take their friendship to the next level. It is in that spirit of love and sharing that they…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 23, 2016

VALLEYS US TOUR Modern progressive/experimental metal group VALLEYS recently released their debut full-length concept album, Experiment One: Asylum. In celebration of the album release, VALLEYS is pleased to announce their upcoming 17-date U.S. headline tour, the Experiment One: Asylum Tour, fueled by COLDCOCK Whiskey. The tour kicks off April 1st in Chesapeake, VA and features…

MISS MULATTO SINGLE “NO MORE TALKING” HERE

Atlanta’s 16-year-old Miss Mulatto has won the heart, mind and full attention of entrepreneur and Hip Hop Mogul, Jermaine Dupri. Crowned Season 1 winner after surviving an 8 episode Hip Hop boot camp-esque journey on Lifetime’s The Rap Game, Miss Mulatto’s exuberant talent and lyrical flow has beat the competition to earn a recording contract…

Jake Aldridge – “Give You The World”

Not too much debate about the world-region you’d find Jake Aldridge in after hearing the infamous UK-accent as he starts into the first verse of his brand-new single “Give You The World.” Not really sure if even I could put my finger on exactly what it is about Hip-Hop/Rap-music that tends to come from all…

BILL & MURRAY PREMIERE VIDEO FOR SINGLE “BORED”

Tel-Aviv-based synthpop trio, Bill & Murray, announce the release of the video for their single, “Bored.” The track is from the group’s debut album, A New Kind of High, which dropped in September of 2015. The new single was exclusively premiered on PureVolume, who says, “The newcomers’ sharp, gritty sound has earned them praise in…

WILSON PREMIERE “GIVE ‘EM HELL” VIDEO

Detroit rockers Wilson take no prisoners in their newest music video “Give ‘Em Hell”. Watch the video premiering exclusively on VEVO here. The song is off the band’s sophomore release Right To Rise (produced by Johnny Andrews), out now via Razor & Tie. The album is available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon. When describing…

RICKY DRED CONFRONT HIS LOVE FOR STREET LIFE IN “HIGHS/LOWS”

The Muse Box today announced the release of “Highs/Lows,” the moody and hook-filled reflection on life before sobriety from Toronto rapper and street veteran Friday AKA Ricky Dred. After almost a year of silence spent working on his therapeutic blog, The Sober Emcee, Friday recently came out of a self-imposed musical retirement. “Highs/Lows” is the…

ORGANIZATION TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TIME ABROAD

Your first trip abroad is always an exciting event, but the importance of it can also make for a lot of nerves. Luckily, there are some great ways of organizing before your trip so you can have the most enjoyment without any worries. Follow these top tips to have the best trip possible and to…

HANA PREMIERES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR HER SINGLE “CLAY”

Today solo artist and producer HANA premiered the official video for her single “Clay.” The intimate and vulnerable video was directed by the talented Lorraine Nicholson. Watch it here. HANA also revealed she will be releasing her self-titled debut EP worldwide on March 25th. The collection of songs will feature previously unheard tracks from the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 22, 2016

ZIGGY MARLEY SETS SELF-TITLED SIXTH STUDIO ALBUM RELEASE FOR MAY 20TH Seven-time Grammy award winning recording artist Ziggy Marley will release his sixth studio album, “Ziggy Marley,” on May 20th through Tuff Gong Worldwide. Recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Ziggy, the new self-titled album marks his first release in 2 years, following 2014’s…

FKA TWIGS “GOOD TO LOVE” VIDEO

FKA twigs has premiered a brand new single, ‘Good To Love,’ today. The song was originally aired live during FKA twigs’ Soundtrack 7 residency at the Manchester International Festival and is produced by FKA twigs alongside Rick Nowels. ‘Good To Love’ is available to hear right now via a self-directed video HERE, and will be…

HOW INTERVENTION HELPS REDUCE DRUG ABUSE

If you are faced with a drug addiction problem, or you know someone who is chained to the habit, then intervention might be the best course of treatment. Intervention motivates addicts to seek drug abuse or alcohol addiction challenges. Even if you have a compulsive eating problem or other addictive behaviours, then intervention might be…

Rev Peter Unger – “Angels Are Found”

“Angels Are Found” shows off Rev Peter Unger’s celebration of the everyday heroes. His lyrics focus on those who make the world a better place in ways that people often take for granted. Rev Peter Unger describes a wide plethora of individuals from caregivers to teachers, those who change lives in small yet ultimately significant…

CLASSROOM MAJORS BROTHERS ARE ABOUT TO BLOW UP

Classroom Majors consist of 3 blood brothers who are living under one roof, well at least for the moment! Being raised by a single mother, music seemed to be the other parent, especially Gospel. Kash, Noez and Astro were born in Nashville Tennessee but relocated to Atlanta in 1999. Each brother has their unique musical…

Voice of Men – ‘This Is My War (feat. Ameen Misran)’

The first single by Malaysian vocal quintet “Voice of Men”. Track called “This Is My War” held the number 1 in the radio charts for 11 weeks. This success is obvious, as a holistic impression of the song captures a wide audience and inspires. The single is released by the Awakening Records (British label which…

MIGHTY MYSTIC VIDEO “SOMETHING BOUT MARY”

On Friday March 11th reggae sensation Mighty Mystic will release his highly anticipated third album titled “The Art of Balance”. This project will be released through California based Roots Musician Records which is the brainchild of E.N Young (member of Tribal Seeds). This will mark the first time these two reggae entities will be working…

AMANDA MARKLEY STRIPS DOWN HALSEY’S “HURRICANE”

While busy working on her new EP set for release this Spring, Seattle’s rising pop singer/songwriter Amanda Markley has been turning heads by dropping a slew of raw, stripped down covers that highlight the strongest female pop artists. Recently, Amanda released a chilling rendition of Joy Williams’ “What A Good Woman Does” (ft. producer Chase…