CARMELO ROSADO JR OFFERS STOLI NEW PERSPECTIVE ON FATHER-SON RELATIONS
December 28, 2009
I always say it but music is best performed by those that do it for the love rather than the money & fame. If the music is good, the money & fame will come. My next guest is the definition of doing it for the love. Coming out of lovely Visalia, California is Carmelo Rosado JR. Carmelo just put out a new album, ‘Un Homenaje Para Mi Mejor Amigo, Mi Padre’ (A Tribute to My Best Friend, My Father) after taking a 30 year break to pursue school and start a very succesful business venture. This new CD was written by the artist’s father Don Carmelo Rosado, Sr. with the exceptions of two songs, 11 and 12. Join me as I talk with Carmelo about managing business & music, his relationship with his father, what he has to prove with this album, and much more!
STOLI HEADS TO OHIO TO SPEND CHRISTMAS WITH IHSAAN KHATIM
December 21, 2009
For all “Skoped Out” readers that love themslves some soul/R&B music my next guest has got your number. I caught wind of Ihsaan Khatim after receiving an advance copy of his new EP, ‘Speak Life.’ I played the track, “Pump Our Brakes” and that was all I needed to hear. Ihsaan is the real deal and he produces & records all his music in his own home studio so there is no limit to what he can do. I have actually got to know this man over the past few weeks and his positive & uplifting music transcends to him personally as well. Join us as Ihsaan talks to Stoli about his upcoming album, the advantages of having your own studio, “The Wedding Tour”, and so much more. The EP, ‘Speak Life’ is on sale on www.skopemag.com as well. Merry Christmas!
STOLI PREDICTS A HEAT WAVE AS PHOENIX JONES MAKES HER DEBUT
December 14, 2009
Lets face it here folks, it can be double hard for a female musician as she must not only have looks but talent as well to make it. My next guest has the looks, the voice, and the hot single to break on through. Let Stoli introduce you to canada’s own, Phoenix Jones. I caught wind of Phoenix Jones after hearing her high energy new single, “For The Dance Floor.” She is a relatively new artist but she is making major moves fast. Join me as we talk to Phoenix Jones about how she started out, being labeled a sex symbol, dealing with industry scams, and so much more. We even offer an MP3 of “For The Dance Floor” for your listening pleasure.
RAZOR & HUSTLELINE ENT SHOW STOLI HOW THEY HUSTLE IN MIA
December 7, 2009
These days it seems that a new emcee appears on the scene via Myspace or Facebook everyday. But of these Internet emcees only a few really have what it takes to hustle themselves and their craft to the top. My next guest is an emcee, a CEO, and an all around hustler. Coming out of Miami is my next guest, Razor. I caught wind of him from his new single & video, “Holla.” Once I finally got a hold of him I was even more impressed to learn how much more he’s got going on. Join Stoli as we talk with Razor about his company HustleLine Ent, his non-stop grind, other succesful Miami emcees, and so much more!
STOLI HEADS TO NJ TO ROCK OUT WITH DOWNCAST THEORY
November 30, 2009
It was just so hard to get the wheels rolling after a long holiday weekend. I really need some authentic rock music to get me going. That is where the boys of Downcast Theory come in. These guys have been together since 2007 and have already released two CD’s and an LP independently. I found these guys to be very exciting and there music is hard but very catchy. Join me as I speak to the guys about how they got started, what they think of Top 40 radio, music’s digital age, and so much more! You need to check out their smash single, “Prayer!”
BIG JEFF OPENS STOLI’S MIND TO THE CHILDREN’S MUSIC MARKET
November 23, 2009
My next guest is a first for the “Skoped Out” column. After receiving the press kit and new album from Big Jeff, I was truly intrigued. Big Jeff got his start over 13 years ago playing songs for his daughters and children at the local New Jersey daycare center. The music was so well received that BIg Jeff quit his day job and never looked back. Now he has recently released his new album, ‘Warm For The Winter’ which he got John Seymour to engineer and record for him. The children’s music genre is bigger than I thought so I just had to get Big Jeff to tell us more!
MORNING FUZZ WILL NOT TELL STOLI WHAT’S UP WITH THE BROWN BAG
November 16, 2009
Morning Fuzz is a Brooklyn, NY based melodic rock outfit exploiting the talent and showmanship garnered by Frank Fussa and Chris Johanidesz, both former members of Ultra High Frequency. I caught wind of this trio after giving a listen to their really impressive, ‘Morning Fuzz EP.’ I also must admit that there is something special about the lead singer, Frank Fussa. He just comes across as the perfect lead to the band. If you go to their Myspace page you can see that the ladies are catching on as well. Start off your week right by checking out a band from NY that deserves a listen.
IS KACI BATTAGLIA GETTIN’ IT IN FOR STOLI?
November 13, 2009
I was going to wait until Monday to post my new interview with Kaci Battaglia but I really just could not wait. Kaci is making serious moves with her new single, “Crazy Possessive.” At first glance you might mistake Kaci for an actress or a model even, but that is not the case. By the time Kaci was 13 she already toured the world and had a few top 10 singles under her belt. Now she is of the drinking age and music is still her life-long passion. Join us as Kaci talks about where she is at now and where she plans to go.
STOLI DISCOVERS AN EXCITING RHYME & FLOW FROM SEREL
November 9, 2009
My next guests are comprised of smooth melodies, tight rhymes, and a chemistry that is obvious from first listen. Coming out of Seattle, Washington is Vanessa Stone and Shai Poent and they are, Serel. After one listen to their singles, “You Like It” and “Danger” it was quite apparent that Serel is the real deal. Vanessa holds down the smooth vocal harmonies while Shai is the emcee. When you merge the two you get music that makes you nod your head and take notice. Join Stoli as I speak to Serel about how they met, playing live in the NW USA, and are they more than music partners?
TELESEEN OFFERS STOLI A WHOLE NEW WAY TO LOOK AT DUB & REGGAE MUSIC
November 2, 2009
My next guest is a musician coming out of Brooklyn, NY. I caught wind of Teleseen after thoroughly enjoying his new album, ‘Fear Of The Forest.’ Teleseen merges dub and reggae with elecrtonic music like I have never heard before. The album is 10 songs that you can just press play on your CD player and let it spin. Guests on the album range from Jah Sight, Abena Koomson, and Billy Woods just to name a few. Gabriel Cyr, aka Teleseen was very upfront to all my questions. We got to talk about what software he uses, his love for reggae music, his preference for retail over digital, and so much more. You can grab a copy of the album at www.percepts.info!
