Partnering with Filter Magazine, The Pack A.D. share the music video for “Big Shot” from their forthcoming studio album Do Not Engage, set for release January 28, 2014 (Nettwerk Records). SKOPE IT HERE! The Pack A.D. will embark on a weeklong residency in Los Angeles, starting next Monday, October 7 at The Satellite. Within…
Month: October 2013
AUTOGRAF REMIXES “MAGIC STICK”
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Autograf emerges from behind the veil and releases their grooving debut song, a Future House track called ‘Magic Stick’. It’s a sexy deep take on 50 Cent & Lil Kim’s classic song of the same title. There’s also word that they’re working on a remix for Deep House upstart Amtrac’s ‘Walkin’ as their follow-up track.…
PROTEST THE HERO LAUNCH INTERACTIVE FAN-SOURCING EXPERIENCE
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Here is a unique, interactive fan-sourcing experience to reveal the Jeff Jordan-created artwork for our forthcoming album Volition. Playing off the night vision-equipped vultures featured in the artwork, each fan’s visibility is restricted to the immediate area surrounding their cursor, giving them limited access to the illustration. Each visitor’s viewfinder moves simultaneously amongst…
UGLY LION OFFER FREE EP
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With roots in ancient oppression, constructions of rebellion, musical ebb and flow, and a pounding rhythm; Ugly Lion invites you to bear witness to the power, persuasion, and passion of a message capable of shattering all obstacles. Ugly Lion’s EP, Evil’s On The Rise, marks the band’s follow up to Roots of Revolution, and will…
WIRE: NEW VIDEO BY THE COMPANY WE KEEP
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The Company We Keep, who recently announced the release of their new album, Sound / No Sound, has just premiered a brand new song, “Miles Away” on ArtistDirect. When asked about the story behind track, The Company We Keep’s Brian Southall explains, “Miles Away is probably my favorite track on the album, mostly because…
RYAN MARTIN VIDEO “ALL THE GOOD MEN”
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Alternative folk-rock musician Ryan Martin just released the video for his new song “All The Good Men”. The video was recorded in The Cutting Room Studios in NYC with Christina LaRocca on backup vocals, and comes as a follow up to his debut album For All The Beautiful Losers (released in February 2013). With…
WIRE: NEW GRINGO STAR VIDEO
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Just wanted to share this new music video by Atlanta-based psychedelic-rockers Gringo Star with you before the weekend starts. The music video for “Find A Love,” from the band’s upcoming new album Floating Out To See, was premiered by Consequence of Sound this morning. Click below to watch the video that Consequence of Sound described…
FLEA AND ANTHONY KIEDIS TO HOST BENEFIT FOR SILVERLAKE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
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Silverlake Conservatory of Music announced today that its founder, Red Hot Chili Peppers’ bassist Flea, and bandmate/front-man Anthony Kiedis will host a benefit for the school on Wednesday, October 30th in Silverlake, CA featuring special performances by Neil Young and Red Hot Chili Peppers. Proceeds from the evening will contribute to the Conservatory’s goal of…
JU-TAUN NEW VIDEO “BY THE RIVER”
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Brothers Jake and Jamie Evans, along with childhood friend Samoeun Cheng, formed Ju-Taun while attending high school in Williamstown, New Jersey. No newcomers to the business, Ju-Taun have been touted as one of Billboard’s “Top 10 R&B Artists 2009,” as well as two time “Best Male R&B Group” at the Undergound Music Awards. They’ve…
DENIRO FARRAR VIDEO “DEATH OR FOREVER”
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On “Death or Forever” Farrar gets a clutch assist from northeastern synth-pop pair Child Actor, who lend a crisp hook to the otherwise hazy groove. Meanwhile, Farrar rhymes about vicious cycles and hard-won victories. The video, directed by J Williams and Anthony Supreme, is appropriately trippy, comprising computer-generated tunnels, satellite views of the planet, and…
IVAN IVES “HIGHER” VIDEO
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Russian born/bred L.A. resident Ivan Ives presents the self-directed music video for “Higher”, the Aaron Marsh-produced new single from his new album Stranger. Ivan Ives originally stepped into the hip hop world in 2007. Rolling Stone named him among the next 40 artists to watch; SPIN called him one of 8 top unsigned artists; and…
Butchers Blind, Destination Blues
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Butchers Blind is a 4 piece band from New York. New York can at times be a very beautiful place and it has its fair share of unpredictable cold and snowy days and at times can be a rough and tumble place as well. This might just be the perfect locale to explore the unpredictable…
MUSICIAN ELIZABETH BUTLER WEARS MANY HATS
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Georgia native and longtime Texas resident Elizabeth Butler is a marathoner, triathlete, mother of three, entrepreneur, and, oh yes, a musician as well. Skope recently tracked her down to ask a few questions… I read that you have some background with guitar. Do you compose or perform the guitar tracks? Yes, I play most of…
WIRE: LISTEN TO A NEW IRON CHIC SONG
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Listen to “Sounds Like A Pretty Brutal Murder”, the first new song to be unveiled from Iron Chic’s forthcoming LP The Constant One, now on Spin.com. The Constant One picks up right where Iron Chic’s Spooky Action EP (May 2013, B9) left off, with eleven tracks of “sort-of-gruff, sort-of-emo, melodic punk rock” (Alt. Press).…
EMERGENCY TIARA RELEASES NEW SINGLE “WATCH ME GO”
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Check out Emergency Tiara’s new single “Watch Me Go” from her upcoming EP Until the Stroke of Midnight, listen HERE. Emergency Tiara embodies today’s cosmopolitan, sultry and glamorous woman. Classically trained in vocals and piano, she utilizes her musical talents to connect with and uplift her audience. She is the personification of “girl power”…
WIRE: EARTHLESS NEW SINGLE ON NOISEY
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Award-winning San Diego power rock band EARTHLESS will release its brand new album From the Ages on October 8 via Tee Pee Records. The first new studio album from the globally celebrated trio since the release of 2007’s critically acclaimed Rhythms from a Cosmic Sky, the hour-long double LP was recorded with producer Phil Manley…
KINGS OF LEON DEBUT AT #2 ON BILLBOARD TOP 200
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RCA Records announced that Kings of Leon’s Mechanical Bull, has debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top 200 chart this week. The album also bows in at #1 on the Rock and Alternative Album charts and #2 on the Digital chart. The album debuted at #1 in the UK, which makes it the 4th consecutive…
WIRE: NEW SINGLE BY AISHA EUSTACHE
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Influenced by Ella Fitzgerald, Roberta Flack, Sade and Floetry, Soul/R&B newcomer Aisha Eustache released her debut EP Love & Addiction on August 13th. A soul searching journey led to writing songs with Lars Potteiger culminating in a five song collection of songs showcasing Aisha’s smooth vocals and simple, yet sophisticated and relevant lyrics. http://www.thisisrnb.com/2013/09/new-music-aisha-eustache-i-promise/
SLANG VIDEO FOR “WAT LOK MOLEE”
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Independent musician, producer, and director Slang has released a guitar instrumental album featuring the exotic soundscapes of Nouveau Flamenco. The album features uptempo Cajun/Salsa with “Bangka to Station 3”, Romantic soft Jazz/Flamenco with “Be One”, Progressive Flamenco Fusion with “Echoes of Tabon”, a quirky melodic trip with “Jalapeño Jam” and more. Wat Lok Molee (official…
WIRE: JARED BARTMAN RELEASES NEW SINGLE “GARDEN GATE” VIA NOISEY
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Noisey premieres Jared Bartman’s “Garden Gate” from his upcoming album, Misery Makes Strange Bedfellows. “Garden Gate” flawlessly fuses Bartman’s Afro-Cuban, Indie, and American Folk influences and gives the listener an aural foundation to what’s in store for them throughout Misery Makes Strange Bedfellows. Bartman has found his voice with Misery Makes Strange Bedfellows, which serves…
AOTEAROA NEW SINGLE POSTED
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AOTEAROA is back in action with a fresh new EP and single in tow. Titled Luck West of Money, their latest record drops September 26 to the ears of eager fans. The long-awaited 5 track EP will showcase a new batch of groove-oriented pieces founded on irresistible rhythms and unforgettable melodies. The first single, “Pocketful…
SNOOP DOGG COLLABORATES WITH RAPPER RIFFRAFF
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In continuing his hold as a top digital influencer, Snoop Dogg, has unveiled a new sticker collection to be released through his popular Snoopify app. The new set of stickers were designed in collaboration with rapper, Riff Raff, and feature 32 original stickers that allow users to further engage with the app. The new stickers…
PHILLIP PHILLIPS’ CERTIFIED PLATINUM
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Breakout American Idol star and Season 11 winner Phillip Phillips’ debut album The World From the Side of the Moon (19 Entertainment/Interscope Records) has been certified platinum by the R.I.A.A. in the U.S. less than a year after its release. Released in November 2012 The World From the Side of the Moon debuted at #4…
WIRE: BMI FEATURES STAMPS FOR INDIE SPOTLIGHT
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Don’t get caught in the dark. Stamps is in the BMI Indie Spotlight. “Catchy, contemporary, dance-inspiring … music that is fun for people, that helps them get over broken hearts and hard times.” Stamps is currently on the High School Nation Tour with Trevor Jackson, Blush, and Justine Skye. If that wasn’t almost too awesome…
EYEZON NEW SINGLE “RUBIES & RAINDROPS”
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South African native and Northern California resident Eyezon presents “Rubies & Raindrops”, produced by himself and London producer Joshua DaMonoway. “Rubies” is from his forthcoming FUTURE WEAPON SOUL album, a mixture of synths and 808 mixed with live instrumentation. Set to drop in early 2014, FWS will be Eyezon’s last full hip hop project before…
CULTS VIDEO FOR “HIGH ROADâ€
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Cults have released a music video for their single “High Road” off of their forthcoming sophomore release Static, out October 15 on Columbia Records. The Hiro Murai (Earl Sweatshirt, St. Vincent, The Shins) directed clip, that stars the duo, is a hypnotic drive through a subconscious set afire. To view the clip visit: http://smarturl.it/HighRoadVideo…
TRASHBEAT DROPS A NEW TRACK “TOYSâ€
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Trashbeat, the rock & roll brainchild of venerable bassist Steve Trash, has released a teaser track for download. “Toys” will appear on Trashbeat’s full-length album (dropping in 2014 via Major Label) which features guest appearances from members of the Sex Pistols, Blondie, and the Stranglers. “Toys” is a chunky, beat-driven track with chiming…
Andrew Abaria, We are the Underdogs
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About the Artists: This is Abaria’s latest release entitled “We are the Underdogs” EP released in 2013. Andrew most recently released “We Are the Underdogs,” a five-song EP produced by Mario Marchetti, who is known for producing and writing for Billboard-topping artists, such as Demi Lovato and JoJo. “We Are the Underdogs” is a personal…
LP MUST CANCEL UPCOMING FALL TOUR DATES DUE TO INJURY
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Warner Bros. Records artist LP regretfully announces that she must cancel her upcoming fall tour dates supporting Noah and the Whale due to an injury that has left her unable to perform. The L.A.-based singer-songwriter’s doctors expect her to make a full recovery in the weeks ahead. Noah And The Whale will name a new…
NEW SINGLE BY ANDRE NICKATINA “CANDY PAINT”
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Andre Nickatina is also leaking two new assets from the project. One is the lead single “Candy Paint,” featuring fellow West Coast legend Mac Mall and the up-and-coming prince of pimp rap, 100s, which celebrates rap’s age-old obsession with shiny, brightly painted donks, boxes, and bubbles. The other is part one of a cinematic music…
FRONT PORCH STEP TO RELEASE DEBUT FULL LENGTH
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Front Porch Step, the indie acoustic solo project of singer/songwriter Jake Mcelfresh, has announced he will be releasing his debut full length record Aware on November 12th via Pure Noise Records. The album will be available on CD, LP and all digital formats. A full track listing can be seen below. Jake Mcelfresh, also known…
Vic Mensa, INNANETAPE
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Chicago has become one of the most-watched and increasingly visible hotbeds for rap music. There’s no arguing that stars (or at least beloved acts) in both the mainstream and underground have emerged from the Windy City over the past 15 years. Those include obvious artists like Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco, and Common along with seemingly…
PREVIEW OF MALI MUSIC
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This past summer, singer-songwriter-musician Mali Music piqued the interest of many with “Ready Aim,” his poignant and powerful major label debut single and video. Now, ByStorm Entertainment and RCA Records are providing the world with a preview of what’s to come from their prolific new artist with Mali Is…, a five-song sampler currently available…
HUMANITY’S LAST BREATH ALBUM POSTED ON BANDCAMP
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Rogue Records America is proud to announce the release of the highly-anticipated self-titled full-length release from Sweden’s HUMANITY’S LAST BREATH, a commanding, hard-hitting, rhythm-soaked punch to the gut. For fans of Meshuggah, Vildhjarta and progressive death metal searching for another amazingly brutal band to latch on to, HUMANITY’S LAST BREATH is your band. Buy &…
WIRE: THE LONELY BISCUITS ON USA TODAY
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The Hip-Hop/Soul/Funk 4-piece The Lonely Biscuits team up with USATODAY.com to premiere their latest single, “Pool Day.” Stream the new single today, here: http://usat.ly/1fqAduW. The track is the latest single off the band’s forthcoming EP Things Sure Have Changed to be released on October 29th. This album will be their first since mtvU named them…
WIRE: LUCY ROSE OFFERS FREE DOWNLOAD
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Continuing her North American takeover, British chanteuse Lucy Rose is offering fans a free download of her single Middle Of The Bed via RollingStone.com. Currently on tour in in support of her debut album Like I Used To, Rose is wowing audiences across the continent with her stunning live performances. SKOPE IT HERE!
WIRE: RACCOON FIGHTER SINGLE ON FILTER
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Brooklyn trio Raccoon Fighter will release their debut LP, ZIL, next week via Papercup Music. Having already shared first single “Santa Tereza” and it’s trippy accompanying video, the band has now made album track “My Ticket” available as a FREE MP3 via FILTER. A straight up rock ‘n’ roll track with jangly guitars, gritty vocals,…
P.A.T. NEW VIDEO “PAINLESS”
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P.A.T. has recently released his latest music video from his Where The Sidewalk Ends project entitled Painless. It features long time friend and fellow rapper Nate. The duo put together an incredible song that speaks about life and how some people eventually go through so much pain in life that they become painless. With an…
THE GOLDEN FURS SINGLE “RUN BACK”
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Meet THE GOLDEN FURS, a buzzworthy band hailing from the very heart of New York City. Just releasing their second single, “Run Back” this week, check out the phenomenal track above, which is approved to embed. Also included for your listening pleasure, is their debut EP, Strand, which is due out on October 5th. The…
WIRE: LEIF VOLLEBEKK SIGNS RECORD DEAL + AUDIO
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Missing Piece Records is excited to announce the signing of the Montreal based songwriter Leif Vollebekk. On January 28, 2014, he will release his sophomore album, North Americana. In preparation for the album’s release, Noisetrade is offering a free and exclusive EP of cover songs and the debut single from his forthcoming album “Southern…
