Month: December 2016

TRISTEN RELEASES A HOLIDAY SONG “IN WINTER BLUES”

“Nashville’s best-kept secret” (The Boston Globe) singer-songwriter and poet Tristen, releases a stunningly somber and beautifully orchestrated original holiday song, “In Winter Blues,” to raise money for the International Rescue Committee, an organization founded by Albert Einstein and currently helping vulnerable families caught in the world’s worst humanitarian crises to survive and rebuild their lives.…

4 FOOLPROOF WAYS TO STAY SAFE DURING AND AFTER A CONCERT

Concerts are wonderful experiences that offer fans a chance to see their favorite artists up close and personal. All the hours spent listening to albums on repeat culminate into one thrilling moment that is memorable for years to come. Buying tickets and heading to a show is easy enough, but it’s important to remember that,…

REYNA ROBERTS VIDEO “I’M COMING FOR YA”

Reyna Roberts knows the value of putting up a good fight. Born prematurely in Anchorage, Alaska and at risk of severe developmental disadvantages, she proved doctors and experts wrong by not only finding her voice, but turning it into a brilliant gift. http://www.reynaroberts.com/ Now in Hollywood, she’s a long way from Alaska, but hasn’t lost…

SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 20, 2016

New video for Imelda May’s “Call Me” premieres at W Magazine Produced by the legendary T Bone Burnett, the track marks a new direction for May who, in the time since her 2014 release Tribal, ended her marriage of eighteen years. “Call Me” is among the most autobiographical songs May has written, with Burnett noting,…

5 QUESTIONS FEAT EDDY MANN

Join us today as we catch up with Eddy Mann. Where are we talking from today and how will you celebrate the holidays and New Years? Unlike most of the year, the holidays and New Years will be pretty low key for me, even on the quiet side. I’m looking forward to the open spaces,…

CHUCK MURPHY VIDEO “PEACE BE WITH YOU”

Chuck Murphy is an award winning, Billboard charting singer-songwriter from Palmdale, CA, originally hailing from Bloomington, MN. He has had three #1 hits on SoundCloud® with over 22 million listens to his song, Falling Star, which also held the #1 spot on SoundCloud’s country chart for six weeks and the #1 spot on SoundCloud’s folk…

REBECCA & FIONA ‘COLD AS X-MAS’ VIDEO

Swedish pop stars Rebecca & Fiona have unveiled the video for ‘Cold As X-Mas’, their new Christmas single out now through Universal. In the video we see the girls battering Christmas presents with baseball bats in the streets of Stockholm in sizzling Santa outfits, while memories of times with a lost love play throughout. ‘Cold…

SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 19, 2016

Brantley Gilbert’s The Devil Don’t Sleep Lands Jan. 27 For Brantley Gilbert, his back-to-back platinum success comes from writing about his life – and watching the people who live like he does respond. If Halfway To Heaven was the story of a young man in the clutches of all it means to be wild, and…

BILLIE DAVIES SAYS JAZZ EQUALS FREEDOM IN ALL OF ITS FORM AND EXPRESSIONS

Jazz enthusiast Billie Davies, came to the streets that is Hollywood, particularly Hollywood Boulevard, where she constructed her all new album “On Hollywood Boulevard”. Through the years, living there and going elsewhere, in which time, she says it’s about life, her life, as well as the lives in general, and how the media, it having…

Billie Davies – ‘On Hollywood Boulevard’

“On Hollywood Boulevard” is a glamorous, gorgeous mixture of jazz and funk displaying Billie Davies’s deft skill. Luxurious textures dominate the collection as Billie Davies draws from a wide variety of sources. Everything simply glistens as the attention to tone and texture are of the utmost importance. Bass works wonders alongside the rather loose, careful…

HOW HIP-HOP MUSIC CHANGED THE WORLD

Music has an overwhelming effect on the society. It can influence how people behave, dress, and even how they relate with each other. Moreover, music can be effectively used as a channel for airing societal issues, and that is precisely how hip-hop genre started. Hip-hop is more than just a genre of music. In fact,…

Big Tribe – ‘In This Together’

In the larger scheme of things, the Washington D.C./Baltimore based Big Tribe is every bit as much of a musical collective as their name implies. The core of the group, however, is a three piece unit consisting of Bonnie Eyler, Joe Heutte, and primary songwriter Peter Panyon. They’ve enlisted the aid of thirty-two different guest…

The Cavalry – ‘Build Your Own Empire’

The burgeoning lovechild of pop, mainstream rock, and traditional county, lately dubbed Nashville Rock, has produced popular success the likes of which Music City hasn’t experienced in many years. Many of the acts have a decidedly commercial edge and look to do little more than entertain their target audience while others have coupled these commercial…

ARMOND JASON VIDEO “I KNOW”

Armond Jason is a singer, songwriter, recording engineer, and music producer from Midlothian, Virginia. As a child, he was always interested in the music industry, and over the years has made huge leaps as a musician and performer. https://www.facebook.com/armondjasongranger His new hit single “I Know” is the first song from his debut album release “The…

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dEVOLVE “GAL DEM ROLL” NEW SINGLE

In the aftermath of cracking an eye-whopping 2 million Spotify plays with his single “Higher,” dEVOLVE releases his latest work, “Gal Dem Roll,” out now for free download. The new tune follows the high-energy found in his last release “Bad Man,” and shows no shortage of stamina. “Gal Dem Roll” exhibits the Miami-based artist’s ability…

BASTILLE VIDEO “BLAME”

Directed by Elliott Sellers (Portugal. The Man, Broken Bells, St. Lucia), the clip premiered today on Vevo. Dan Smith, Bastille’s vocalist/songwriter, says, “‘Blame’ was one of the first songs we wrote for Wild World and it has grown and developed a life of its own as we’ve played it live over the last year or…

OMUMO Records Sampler

OMUMO Records Sampler’s lovely collection has a twee pop sensibility that is dazzling behold. Full of infectious energy the way the songs unfold is quite gorgeous. Throughout the collection the many differing pieces are unified by a collective gentle spirit. Stylistically OMUMO Records Sampler explores a wide swath of genres, from rap to indie to…

TRUVEZ FEAT AKEVIUS “AMERIKA’S NIGHTMARE” VIDEO

Blending deep southern roots with up north word play Tavares Stephens, better known as TruTV, is laying a brick foundation in the ever growing world of rap. His new single, “Amerika’s Nightmare” ft. Akevius, is being supported by DJs in clubs up and down the east coast, from Miami to NYC. The masterful lyricist is…

SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 15, 2016

Bronze Whale Releases Final Single From Forthcoming EP After teasing listeners with the first two tracks off their collaborative EP “Million” with singer/songwriter The Odds, future-indie duo Bronze Whale unveils their third and final single. “Mercy,” out now for free download via their label imprint Magic Magic, tells the story of a heart yearning for…

JMAXX “SASSY GIRL” VIDEO

South African born singer and songwriter Justin Egling, better known as Jmaxx, is making quite the splash here in the USA. His initial foray was in 2012, when he lit up venues in both Atlanta and New York City, culminating with the release of his single “Born To Be Famous.” This was just the first…

THE CASE FOR VOCAL TRAINING IN THE AGE OF AUTOTUNE

It has become a cliche in today’s music world that people don’t need to sing that well, cause autotune will fix any pitch foibles in post-production. While this is an oversimplification of the process (from the perspective of anyone who knows anything about music production), this explains much about the way the average person perceives…

ANOUSHEH “GET TO YOU” AUDIO

Electro-Pop artist ANOUSHEH has just launched newest buzz-worthy single, “Get To You,” for your listening pleasure. ANOUSHEH’s fresh style combines Pop sensibilities that offers a unique, and slightly nostalgic sound for your ears. The songstress has been garnering the praise of fans and critics alike who can’t get enough of her hypnotic vocals and captivating…

Suzanne Grzanna – ‘Daybreak’

Downright decadent with its luxurious arrangements, Suzanne Grzanna’s “Daybreak” is a true delight. With a late-night vibe to it, the way that the sultry vocals sing out is simply stunning. Everything works from the careful saxophone work to the nimble groove that adorn the pieces. The balance that the band strikes is wonderful as they…

TO. EP “I AM TO.”

Wings outstretched, TO. releases her EP I AM TO, a soaring collection of anthems that fly toward the heavens. The premiere track, “I Am,” introduces the immediate intrigue of the singer, whose mysticism is established from the first lyrics: “I am TO. You are TO. We are TO.” From there, To. experiments with a variety…

THE IMPORTANCE OF VOICE-OVER NARRATION

Narrating a movie, commercial, or other type of entertainment vehicle is usually done by professionals. This is because, despite what many people think, there is no such thing as a simple or amateur narration. Voice-overs done by amateurs sound amateurish, pure and simple, because there is a lot more to them than simply standing in…

THE TWO TENS OFFER FANS THEIR NEW SINGLE “NOT ALRIGHT”

The duo known as The Two Tens have racked up a lot of accomplishments since the release of their first EP, Volume 1, including three additional EPs, the full-length LP Volume, and four US tours. Not to mention that the 12-song Volume album yielded seven (yes, seven) fully-realized videos, all made on DIY budgets funded…

SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 14, 2016

The Desert Sea – ‘All Mine’ Single & Video With a reputation for high-energy live performances, The Desert Sea’s unique blend of raw vocal melodies, earthy riffs and chest pounding rhythm’s, serve up a tasty cocktail that’s sure to leave you with a sore head and a vague recollection of what could’ve been the night…

DYLAN BERNARD “FLAMES” VIDEO

Dylan Bernard was bit by the music bug at an early age. When his mother placed his him in a church choir at the age of four he instantly fell in love. Sadly, he lost his mother a few years later and the musical spirit she instilled in him went dormant. This kind of talent,…

The Savage Hearts – ‘Playing It Forward’

Annie Savage’s band The Savage Hearts has a broadly defined mission. The five piece based out of Colorado plays traditional acoustic music in a bluegrass or honkytonk vein, but their musical purpose extends beyond merely gigs, songwriting, and recordings. Instead, Savage and her musical collaborators have an educational bent to their work. Savage is a…

Sira Mayo – ‘Rebellious’

Defiant and self-assured, Sira Mayo’s “Rebellious” is an anthem for the outcast. With bouncy beats dominating the proceedings, the album comes together as a coherent well-thought out whole. Melodies sparkle as they convey a sense of optimism. By far the highlight of the album are Sira Mayo’s powerful, passionate vocals. Lyrics emphasize the desire and…

SIRA MAYO HAS GOT STOLI FEELING ‘REBELLIOUS’

So here we are, hope you are all doing amazing today. It always feels like my mood & attitude is all the way up as we head into 2017. So much potential for a year full of new & inspiring music. I am so excited to have Sira Mayo on today as she has released…

Holly Norman – ‘Taking Care of Bluegrass – A Tribute to Elvis’

If James Burton showed up, it should be all the convincing you need. The inclusion of a number of former Presley sidemen clearly shows the respect they accord Holly Norman’s creative new release Taking Care of Bluegrass – A Tribute to Elvis. James Burton’s legendary guitar skills and the vocal style of The Imperials are…

Michael & Jennifer McLain – ‘Hit the Road and Go’

Michael and Jennifer McLain bonded, in a significant way, because of music. The husband and wife team have played music together since their first date and both hail from musical families who toured as performers across North America. The McLains are highly skilled banjo players and their debut full length studio recording, Hit the Road…

CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAH “FIREPROOF”

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah’s 2005 self-released debut album set a precedent for how bands might begin to approach making music independently. The record—which vocalist/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter Alec Ounsworth wrote entirely by himself— received widespread critical acclaim and was named one of “The 50 Most Important Recordings Of The Decade” by NPR. In the ensuing years, Ounsworth…

HEFE HEETROC “Shr00mz” VIDEO

“Hefe Heetroc’s musical prowess was a fait accompli long before he picked up a microphone. With the resurgence of 90’s influenced rap, his single Shr00mz is obviously influenced by the slew of underground Hip-Hop heads that have preceded it in its creation: Sterile Cloudrap beats soaked in a grungy trip hop sonic stew; all while…

SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 13, 2016

Moonshine Bandits Announce New Album entral California hell-raisers, the Moonshine Bandits, have revealed details on their upcoming new album, “Baptized In Bourbon.” The album is set for a March 3rd, 2017 release date through Average Joes Entertainment and will feature the Moonshine Bandits collaborating with heavyweights Uncle Kracker, legendary country songwriter David Allan Coe, country…

FERLEIN “FORGIVE ME FOR FALLING” VIDEO

Forgive Me for Falling is Ferlein’s debut single from her upcoming debut album Poetic Mind. Ferlein is a singer/songwriter with a gift for poetic storytelling. Her unique contralto voice with lush velvet tones combined with a mix of delicate and powerful delivery enables her to tell her stories with genuine passion and emotion. Marcel Yammouni…

THE DEAD DAISIES “SONG AND A PRAYER” VIDEO

Riveting Hard Rockers The Dead Daisies have just dropped their captivating new single “Song And A Prayer,” just prior to kicking off their massive six-week joint-headline UK and European Tour with The Answer. http://www.thedeaddaisies.com/ A short film, reflecting the poignant story behind the lyrics of “Song And A Prayer,” the fourth single to be taken…

Nicole Michelle – ‘Listen’

Optimistic to its very core, Nicole Michelle’s “Listen” is a truly lovely piece of pop. Lyrics offer a glimpse in how a relationship can develop and change a life. Anchored by an infectious groove the song lingers in the mind long after it is over. Conveying a sense of purpose the song has a truly…