Month: July 2010

CHIDDY BANG ANNOUNCES “THE SWELLY LIFE TOUR”

Breakout electro inspired hip-hop duo Chiddy Bang is proud to announce The Swelly Life Tour, extending the run of their successful first US headline tour. After several sold out shows along the west coast in support of their buzzed about first single, “Opposite Of Adults,” more dates have been added throughout the mid-west and east…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR THURSDAY, JULY 15th, 2010

BEP, JONAS & MORE FOR GMA SUMMER CONCERTS Good Morning America has updated its summer concert series schedule. Now the show will boast performances from Black Eyed Peas, the Jonas Brothers & Demi Lovato, Rihanna and Lady Antebellum.   Tomorrow, the cast of Broadway’s American Idiot will take the stage in Central Park. SCHEDULE: According…

DEATH IN THE PARK TO RELEASE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM

Creating a healthy blend of musical melancholy and mayhem, Southern punksters, DEATH IN THE PARK, are set to release their self-titled album through Austin indie label, End Sounds. This critically praised undertaking will be available digitally on August 24, with physical distribution on September 14. Vocalist Andy Jackson’s (Hot Rod Circuit, Say Anything, Terrible Things)…

SPEARHEAD ALBUM RELEASE MOVED TO SEPTEMBER

The release date for Michael Franti & Spearhead’s new album, THE SOUND OF SUNSHINE, has been moved from August 24th to September 21st. THE SOUND OF SUNSHINE is   Michael Franti & Spearhead’s seventh studio album and is the follow-up to   2008’s Top 40 hit All Rebel Rockers. The album’s title track, “The  …

CONVERSE RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR HIT SINGLE “ALL SUMMER”

Converse releases the music video for All Summer, the new original single by three of music’s most influential artists – Kid Cudi, Rostam of Vampire Weekend, and Best Coast – for the iconic brand’s Three Artists. One Song collaboration. The three musicians joined forces to create the brand new track that was released on July…

AARON SMITH AKA SHWAYZE RELEASES “CAN’T DO IT ALONE”

If it wasn’t Cisco’s couch or a hammock under the palms in Malibu, Mr. Smith was somewhere out there, in a neighborhood near you, armed with Coronas, limes, beats and a manifesto demanding us all to live it up. But now that he’s got a couch of his very own and a much bigger fridge,…

WINTERSLEEP CONFIRMS TOUR WITH THE HOLD STEADY / AUDIO

With a rousing new collection of songs and an inspirational live show that has captivated audiences and critics worldwide, Wintersleep are proud to extend their US touring schedule and join The Hold Steady for a three-week tour. Beginning September 20th in Richmond, VA and including a performance at The Beacon Theatre in New York City,…

SET YOUR GOALS CALLS FANS TO ACTION IN NEW VIDEO

Bay Area Pop-punk band Set Your Goals has partnered up with Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS) to release a timely new video for their latest single “Gaia Bleeds” from the band’s Epitaph debut album This Will Be The Death Of Us.   Set Your Goals is calling fans to action suggesting they make a donation…

TAKING BACK SUNDAY SET TO RELEASE LIVE ACOUSTIC ALBUM

Warner Bros Records artists Taking Back Sunday will be releasing Live From Orensanz on August 17, 2010.   The live acoustic album was recorded over the course of two shows in December of 2009 at the Angel Orensanz Synagogue on Manhattan’s Lower East Side.   Surrounded by some of their longest supporters and hometown fans,…

LIFEHOUSE NEW VIDEO FOR “ALL IN”

Fresh from the success of “Halfway Gone,” Lifehouse has just released a video for “All In,” the second single from Smoke & Mirrors.   A combination of live concert footage and outtakes from their latest tour, the video is a must-see for fans new and old. Watch it on Vevo.

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 14th, 2010

BIRTHDAY SHOUTOUT: TABOO FROM BEP! Today marks the 35th birthday of Jaime Gomez, better known as Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas.   The band is currently out on their The E.N.D. World Tour, which rolls into Saria, Ontario on Sunday.   BRITNEY SPEARS GLEE EPISODE “Gleeks” unite!   Next season, the Emmy-nominated series Glee…

JONNY LANG, LIVE AT THE RYMAN

Recorded at one of his shows at Nashville’s Historic Ryman Theatre, this release gives a good summary of Jonny’s career.   Jonny is accompanied by Jim Anton on bass/vocals, Barry Alexander on drums, Jason Eskridge on vocals/percussion, Sonny Thompson on guitar/vocals, and Tommy Barbarella on keys.   Always a master of hitting the licks in…

TREK LIFE OFFERS “SO SUPREME” MP3

California bred emcee Trek Life is excited to announce the release of his latest album, Everything Changed Nothing. Produced entirely by Oddisee, the album will be released July 27th via Mello Music Group.

PERSONA NON GRATA SIGNS WITH REDLIONMUSIC

Greek Progressive metal band PERSONA NON GRATA has inked a deal with German booking agency REDLIONMUSIC – www.redlionmusic.de. The company also features, among others, JON OLIVA’S PAIN, CIRCLE II CIRCLE, GIRLSCHOOL, NEVERLAND, RAVEN, MACHINES OF GRACE and HATRED in its roster. PERSONA NON GRATA released its debut album, “Shade In The Light”, in 2009 via…

HEY CHAMP NEW VIDEO “NEVEREST”

Townie Records is thrilled for the release of Star, the debut full-length from Chicago trio Hey Champ.   Out today, July 13th, the release marks a milestone in a long journey for the band that is just getting started.

NO JUSTICE RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE “2ND AVENUE”

Recorded in Nashville and produced by Dexter Green (Collective Soul), 2nd Avenue   has a soulful sound that will appeal to music fans of all genres. “No Justice is a diverse band that’s been inspired by a lot of different artists, and because of that we appeal to just about anybody…from cowboys to punk rock…

NEW SINGLE FROM GOLDFRAPP OUT SEPTEMBER 7

Goldfrapp will release their brand new single “Believer” on September 7th through Mute. “Believer” is the latest single to be taken from Head First following the fantastic singles “Rocket” and “Alive”. “Believer” comes with a fabulous remix package including mixes by Vince Clarke, Subway, Joris Voorn and Davide Rossi. Goldfrapp recently wrapped up a set…

STREET DOGS READY FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM FOR AUGUST 31

The Boston bred punk band Street Dogs return to champion the working class and to re-ignite punk rock with their finest and most urgent record to date, their self-titled fifth studio album, due out on August 31 via Hellcat Records.   Following the release, the band will be touring in support of the new album…

DRUNKEN BARN DANCE ANNOUNCE RELEASE OF SOPHOMORE LP

There are rules in our lives: Stop here. Pay this. Do that. These rules serve their own purposes; to protect us, to guide us, keep us safe. NY-based Drunken Barn Dance has rules as well. They are as follows: 1) adult beverages are mandatory, 2) no more than a handful of tracks and takes, and…

ROCK STEADY MUSIC ANNOUNCES EXPANSION

Rock Steady Music (RSM), a leading music label services agency, announced an expansion of its suite of services and staffing changes today. Over the past year, RSM has leapt into the Label Services market with both feet, working with internationally renowned independent artists and labels.   RSM has made a name for itself by developing…

JULIETTE COMMAGERE OFFERS MP3 FOR “IMPACT”

On September 20th, Juliette Commagere will release her dark and dreamy second full-length album, The Procession.   The LA-based musician first appeared in the spotlight as the keytar-slinging frontwoman Hello Stranger, a 70’s glam-inspired band who went on to open for heavy-hitters such as Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, and Against Me!  

BRYAN FERRY TO RELEASE NEW STUDIO ALBUM

The legendary Bryan Ferry returns with his brand new studio album Olympia on October 26th, 2010, his debut for Astralwerks Records. This will follow the release of the brand new single ”You Can Dance” on August 10th.   The album features musical contributions from Nile Rodgers, Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour, Groove Armada, Scissor Sisters, Marcus…

AMERICAN BANG ANNOUNCE AUGUST 31ST RELEASE DATE

American Bang have just announced that they will release their self-titled major-label debut album on Reprise Records August 31st. Produced by the legendary Bob Rock in Nashville and Hawaii, the album captures all the amazing grace and guts of the band’s deep musical roots and Southern accent, proving American Bang shoots straight at the heart…

NY MAG PREMIERES NEW BUN B TRACK

New York Magazine is premiering a brand new Bun B track with DJ Premier from his upcoming Trill OG album (August 3rd Rap-A-Lot/Fontana). Southern-rap legend Bun B – who, along with his former partner Pimp C (R.I.P.) made up the beloved UGK – will release his third solo album, Trill OG, on August 3. SKOPE…

U2 360 TOUR CONFIRMS RESCHEDULED NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

Live Nation Entertainment announced today that the U2 360 ° tour dates in the US, which were recently postponed due to Bono’s emergency back surgery, have all been rescheduled for Spring/Summer 2011 with all tickets being valid at the rescheduled performances. The 2010 European tour, which has not been affected, begins as scheduled on August…

SKOPE TV PHONER FEAT REY T OF SPECIAL REQUEST

Special Request is a group that has been making heavy noise with industry insiders and fans alike. Coming through Prime USA Records with backing from Sony/RED this group released ‘The RED Album’ a few months back. Skope TV was fortunate enough to speak with a man that needs no intro by the name of Rey…

SUNNY SKIES AHEAD

Erica Sunshine Lee is my ideal artist: sincere, devoted, struggling and broke, but willing to make due with limited resources.

STOLI JOINS BRETT RANDELL ON THE AUSTIN TO BOSTON TOUR

Welcome to a fresh edition of Skoped Out. I apologize for the delay as we were having some upgrade issues that are now resolved. Thanks to Shaun Flagg in ATL! Have you ever thought what it would be like to leave your home and head on the road to play music? Well my next guest,…

MTV RADIO’S MORNING FACTS FOR TUESDAY, JULY 13th, 2010

P!NK LOVES HER FUNHOUSE TOUR P!nk is still in the middle of the most recent leg of her European Funhouse trek, but the singer-songwriter is already calling it one of the “most incredible tours” of her life.   She also wrote on her Twitter account that the places that she’s been thus far have left…

Greg Walsh, A Busy Street

Are you ready for a big spoonful of rock/blues/soul mixed together in a bowl of well-polished music?   I hope so because that is exactly what you are getting with Greg Walsh’s new record, A Busy Street.   Besides the core sound of rock, soul & blues heard here, I also picked up on elements…

SKOPE LIVE! SEEKS ONE BAND FOR JULY 29th SHOW

Skope Live! & Fleming Entertainment are throwing a huge party on Thursday July 29th in Boston, MA.We are looking for 1 awesome, wildly fun, & popular band to come play that night! Thursday July 29th, 2010 – 8 pm EST Hennessey’s 25 Union Street Boston, MA 02108 (617) 742-2121 www.somerspubs.com There will also be a…

NEIL YOUNG ANNOUNCES NEW DATES ON THE TWISTED ROAD TOUR

After spending most of May and early June on the road for his first solo concerts in many years on the Twisted Road tour, Neil Young has announced that he will extend the tour into July for a series of dates along the West Coast, Canada, and the Midwest.   As a rare treat for…