Month: March 2016

Karen Willough – “Tra Le Tue Braccia”

Karen Willough’s “Tra Le Tue Braccia” is a reverie. Beautifully sung in Italian, Karen Willough’s voice shines through with crystal clarity. Accompanying her masterful passionate vocals are hushed whispers of sound. Together everything works to create lovely layers of sound. The balance is ideal as Karen Willough manages to veer from the near silent to…

Ramsey – “See You Bleed”

The last impression I’d want any of you to get from this review is that I only have a lot to say about Ramsey’s new single “See You Bleed” because I’ve been away from posting for so long as we switched the location of the studio from Abbotsford, BC to Ottawa, Ontario. If I go…

PUCE MARY STREAM “NIGHT IS A TRAP II” HERE

The Spiral is Frederikke Hoffmeier’ss third solo LP for Posh Isolation under her Puce Mary moniker, and follows where last year’s critically acclaimed Persona left off. Working more precisely than ever, The Spiral binds the listener in a tight web of sharp synthesizers, hammering percussion, obscured vocals, field recordings, and blistering noise. Puce Mary manages…

BRANDON STANSELL “DEAR JOHN” VIDEO

Brandon Stansell proves himself a standout singer-songwriter on his single, “Dear John.” The Tennessee native was born with Country music in his blood, but it’s the cross-genre influences that range from emotionally driven performers like Brandi Carlile to the soulful sounds of Sam Smith, that have given Stansell the rich outline to create a truly…

OVER EZ: ULTIMATE HANGOVER CURE

Today, Over EZ announces its new all natural supplement designed to eliminate the awful side effects of drinking alcohol, the hangover. The ingredients in Over EZ were designed to promote a healthy balance within the body using herbal ingredients such as chicory root, milk thistle, amla extract, Chinese Date extract, grape extract, B vitamins, Zinc…

SEELE NEW VIDEO “ENKELTEN LUONA” VIDEO

Founded by the singer Julia Mattila and guitar player Riku Mäkinen, SEELE originally started out as a two person project. During the summer 2015 they began recording their debut album “Jos Vain Kaiken Jättäisin” and in December the last recordings were finished. The album will feature ten songs, including the first single release “Enkelten Luona”.…

ASTARI NITE NEW SINGLE

Indie Rock, Dark Wave band Astari Nite will release their second album titled Until the End of the Moon on May 13th via German Label Dance Macabre Records. The group also announced a U.S. East Coast Tour in support of the album that will take them to N.Y. Philadelphia, Virginia, Asheville, St. Petersburg, Orlando, among…

MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCES THE SECOND ANNUAL “MISS AMERICA SERVES” NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE

Reigning Miss America Betty Cantrell and Miss America contestants from across the country will participate in the second annual national day of volunteer service, “Miss America Serves,” on Saturday, April 16, 2016. State and local contestants will join forces with family, friends and volunteers for a day of community service to raise funds for Children’s…

YOUNG DOLPH NSFW VIDEO

Shouting out his favorite strip clubs across the country, Young Dolph shares a video for the Mike WiLL Made-It-produced single “Let Me See It” “It’s Sunday night I’m down in Dallas pulling up at Onyx/ I’m known for spending a lot of money, smokin’ a lot of chronic,” Dolph raps, adding “Next stop Charlotte, yeah…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 15, 2016

SARA DIAMOND NEW SINGLE Sara is best known as the American anthem singer for the Montreal Canadiens and singing children’s songs for Montreal-based KIDZUP Records, where she sold over 1 million records. Hear her r&b infused debut single “Just Give In”: http://noisey.vice.com/en_ca/blog/just-give-in-sara-diamond-premiere-canada-2016 USHUAÏA IBIZA BEACH HOTEL ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL BEACH CLUB OPENING PARTY WITH MELON BOMB…

‘LET GO’ OF YOUR BLUES WITH CHRIS WATTS’ NEW VIDEO

Watts burst onto the scene when ‘Back Down’, the namesake single from his debut album, premiered on triple j. He’s since played venues as gigantic as Etihad Stadium, festivals such as Beyond The Valley and St Kilda Festival (and, ironically enough, Let Go Festival) and was a part of MTV’s Brand New last year alongside…

LANY UNVEILS NEW TRACK“WHERE THE HELL ARE MY FRIENDS”

Los Angeles based alternative rock band, LANY, unveil their new track “Where The Hell Are My Friends,” a groovy alt-pop anthem about the loneliness of a big city today, via Interscope Records. LANY has recently toured with Troye Sivan and is currently opening for Ellie Goulding on her UK arena tour. Next up the band…

Klyve – “Rise”

“Rise” is an inspirational collection led by Klyve’s undeniable inviting voice. Full of bright color the songs positively shimmer with hope. The sense of purpose that drives the pieces forward is palpable as is Klyve’s uplifting lyrics. In fact, the lyrics are what help to tie together the entire collection helping to outline an entire…

Teknofonic Essentials Vol. 1

Sonic Fear’s “I’ll Be Your World” opens the collection off on a light and airy note. The sound is a luxurious one that increases in intensity. At times Sonic Fear’s “I’ll Be Your World” embodies a delightful trance pop stance. Nimble guitar work introduces Daniel Monroe’s “Novacaine”. From such humble origins the song veers further…

TEXAS BEAUTY MADELYN VICTORIA TOPS NATIONAL AM/FM CHART WITH DEBUT SINGLE

MTS Management Group and Star 1 Entertainment Group are happy to announce San Antonio, Texas-based singer/songwriter, Madelyn Victoria has reached the Number One position on the New Music Weekly AM/FM Country chart, a national radio airplay chart. After 19 weeks on the chart, Madelyn’s debut single, “He Only Loves Me on the Dance Floor” (Star…

ROCKSTAR FRAME RELEASE “CHERRY BOOBS” VIDEO AND PROMOTE SELF-ESTEEM

“Cherry Boobs”, the new video from hard rock/metal band ROCKSTAR FRAME, has been exclusively premiered on Revolver Magazine last Friday and can now be seen below. The clip was filmed in Milan Italy, at Rock ‘N’ Roll Club by Elena Mazzei (Diesel, Swarowsky). “Cherry Boobs” is the second single from ROCKSTAR FRAME’s debut album “Rock…

LEONDRO “LOW”

The MuseBox today announced the release of “Low,” the culturally diverse and musically captivating new single from buzzing Toronto rapper Leondro. An intriguing mix of African congos and Caribbean reggaeton, Leondro’s “Low” represents a brand new sound that features a unique blend of hip-hop and dance. The release of “Low” marks Leondro’s continued rise within…

Spacebear – ‘Straight for the Sun’

Spacebear is a high-octane power trio hailing from Texas and their guitar-based attack on Straight for the Sun will leave a mark on listeners. The band advertises themselves as an outfit just as apt to make you laugh as they will make you think, but it will be deliciously difficult for many listeners to disengage…

EASTWARD RELEASES PROVOCATIVE VIDEO FOR ‘GOLDEN MORNING FEAT. EMILY LUBITZ’

The modern world we occupy is fraught with problems, and with the hypocritical duality of humankind. We acknowledge the environmental risks Earth faces, but very few of us do anything about it beyond that. Genre-bending Melbourne producer Eastward’s new video for ‘Golden Morning’ feat. Emily Lubitz does more than explore this logical disconnect: it serves…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 14, 2016

NIHIL NEW SINGLE Sludgy/Alternative hardcore outfit Nihil is pleased to unleash their second single, entitled “Gears,” off their forthcoming Foundation LP that is set to be released in October. The single coincides with the launch of the band’s pre-order crowd funding campaign that will give additional pre-order incentives the more a person donates. “We are…

Todd Apfel – ‘Reflections’ EP

Sung straight from the heart, Todd Apfel’s “Reflections EP” is a true joy. Arrangements are playful nicely accompanying the tender thoughtful lyricism. Remarkably inviting Todd Apfel manages to create leisurely songs that reflect upon the simple pleasures in life. Throughout the collection Todd Apfel shows off his impressive arrangements, from the giddy sound that opens…

ARTISTS MUSIC HAS STRONG CONNECTION WITH NATURE

It is rare that musicians find their inspiration from the world that surrounds them everyday. But upcoming singer / songwriter Daniel Gray has managed to incorporate his love for what God gave us into his music. He grew up listening to the vinyl collection that his father played every chance he had. The sounds of…

WHY UKRANIAN WOMEN PREFER OLDER AMERICAN MEN

Ukrainian women are among some of the most beautiful in the world. And unlike women from other cultures, many of them are actively seeking love abroad as opposed to at home. With a shortage of eligible bachelors in their own country and a draw towards the chivalry of the western man, many of these young…

RJ Comer – ‘Nightly Suicide’

Formerly the front man of the Dance Hall Pimps, RJ Comer redefines his musical style with a stripped down version of Americana Rock. RJ released his new single “Nightly Suicide” on February 26th with an accompanying music video due out March 7th. This is first single off of his upcoming EP also named, Nightly Suicide…

MADELINE JUNO “STUPID GIRL”

20 year old folk/pop songstress Madeline Juno is a captivating storyteller. Rising to popularity after posting live videos on her YouTube channel, the German singer songwriter has gained a dedicated following for her honest, heart-on-her-sleeve songwriting. Her latest video for hit single “Stupid Girl” is a wonderful representation of what it is to be young…

TRIVIUM UNVEIL “DEAD AND GONE” OFFICIAL VIDEO

Roadrunner recording group Trivium have unveiled the official music video for “Dead And Gone” taken from the band’s acclaimed new LP SILENCE IN THE SNOW. Directed by Jon Paul Douglass, the video is streaming now on Trivium’s official YouTube channel. The “Dead And Gone” music video arrives on the heels of their breakthrough single, “Until…

DESOLATE PATHWAY NEW SINGLES

British epic doomsters Desolate Pathway are about to release a brand new record composed of two singles, titled “Into The Realms”. Formed by former Pagan Altar guitarist Vince Hempstead, the London-based band brings together classic influences from Candlemass, Solitude Aeturnus and Sorcerer. Recorded at Sunlight Studios and engineered by Greg Webster, “Into The Realms” will…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 11, 2016

IN DYING ARMS NEW SINGLE In Dying Arms is excited to premiere the latest single, “Blackwater”, off their upcoming Tragic Hero Records debut ‘Original Sin’. Vocalist Orion Stephens talked about the importance of the song, “Blackwater is a personal favorite off the record. This song really shows the true range of the band as well…

KYSON “YOU” VIDEO

With his sophomore ‘A Book Of Flying’ LP out April 1 on Friends of Friends, we’ve enlisted director Michael Williamson to craft a set of visuals for buzzing single “You” and the results bring the song to life in a way we couldn’t imagine. Picture a pastoral landscape inhabited by masked men and women guided…

THREE WAYS TO ENJOY SOME PIANO MUSIC TODAY

Piano music can be very relaxing and it can also be very uplifting. While there probably aren’t a ton of options out there when it comes to a desire to listen to this particular music, it is possible, whether you want to hear it live or recorded. You just need to know where to look.…

5 TIPS FOR MUSIC MARKETING SUCCESS

The music industry has changed drastically over even the past half-decade or so, which is why it’s more important than ever to use marketing wisely. The wrong attention in the wrong direction, or the wrong effort the wrong way, and you’ll be wasting time, energy, money, and even the window of opportunity for your musical…

NIGHT GAMES “FAITHLESS”

Faithless is the new single from east London duo Night Games. The pair (Constance and Paul) have spent the last year burrowed in a studio in Hoxton quietly developing their spacious take on electronic pop. The result of which is highly self-assured aesthetic full of rich, silky textures and slow burning melodies. In Faithless, vocalist…

Hobbsy – ‘Risen From The Dead’

Sometimes we need a break even from something we are deeply in love with, to see it from another perspective, from the sidelines, to make up our minds to go for something we’ve always aspired to, but had one thing or another impeding it; to give it a try. So did the ex-bass player of…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 10, 2016

GAZ COOMBES UNVEILS SPECIAL LIVE VIDEO In anticipation of his first-ever North American solo tour and the physical CD release of Matador, Gaz Coombes is pleased to unveil the live video for the title track to his Mercury Prize-nominated album. The video features a minimalistic yet compelling performance of “Matador” by Coombes, Ben Walker, Garo…

DAVID VERTESI “FOREVER YOUNG”

David Vertesi is a Vancouver (Canada) based multi-genre artist – he is 1/3 of indie-pop trio Hey Ocean! and has collaborated with Shad K, Jose Miguel Contreras (By Divine Right) and Hannah Georgas. “Forever Young” comes from his forthcoming album, Sad Dad Cruise Ship, dropping April 22, 2016. Here’s a quote from Vertesi on the…

HANA REVEALS NEW TRACK “UNDERWATER”

Today, HANA premiered her new track “Underwater,” the latest from her eponymous debut EP. Speaking exclusively to The Fader, HANA says, “I’m so thrilled to release “Underwater.” This one means so much to me. It’s one of the first songs that I wrote/produced for this project so it holds a very special place in my…

THROUGH FIRE “STRONGER” VIDEO

Through Fire has announced that they will embark on the ‘Generation Doom’ 2016 Tour that begins on April 8th in Las Vegas, NV and ends in Los Angeles, CA on May 28, 2016. The tour will be in support of their new single “Stronger” which is making a big impact at radio. The band will…

Dead Air Republic – ‘…With Extreme Prejudice’

Aptly named, Dead Air Republic’s “…With Extreme Prejudice” takes no prisoners. This is music that deserves to be played as loudly as possible. Dead Air Republic makes the kind of music that bludgeons the listener into submission. David Maltais and Richard Bent do phenomenal work with their blistering guitar solos that aim for the heavens.…

Pat Campo – “Clouds in my Head”

Using a collage of styles and sounds Pat Campo’s “Clouds in my Head” is infectious indie rock done right. Pat Campo’s approaches vary across the many pieces and his wide range recalls Beck’s early, playful work. Elements of pop, dance, folk, psychedelic, and more are woven together into a coherent satisfying whole. Vocals help to…

Rfd Pioneer – ‘Home Run’

Optimism is at the very core of Rfd Pioneer’s “Home Run”. Production is pitch perfect with the crisp footwork production particularly fine. Rfd Pioneer’s flow is incredible. Fast-paced while still highly articulate, Rfd Pioneer strikes the balance between the clever and celebratory. This is the kind of song that needs to be felt as much…