Bogan Via is Bret Bender and Madeleine Miller. MADLY is the band’s second extended play album and it further develops their unique synth-pop sound. MADLY was then recorded between 2013 and 2014 over two continents at the Red Bull Studios in Copenhagen and in their hometown of Los Angeles. Mixed in New York, the band…
Month: December 2014
STARLING GLOW PREMIERES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “IGNITE”
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LA based pop/rock band Starling Glow have unveiled their official music video for their brand new single, “Ignite”. With influences ranging from Kelly Clarkson to Paramore, the track showcases vocalist Liz Anne Hill’s strong female vocals and love for “slick pop-rock” music. ” The video for the track features Hill dodging a series of traps…
6 STRING DRAG RETURN WITH FIRST NEW ALBUM IN 18 YEARS
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After 18 years in hibernation, 6 String Drag is back with Roots Rock ‘N’ Roll, out February 10 on Royal Potato Family. Cut live to tape, the effort is equal parts slap-back swagger and openhearted honesty—a triumphant return that celebrates rock’s first golden age by virtue of the grace, wit and insight found in frontman…
Nomadic Attic, Nomadic Attic EP
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Now here’s something – hear something by Nomadic Attic! On this self-titled you’ll find five songs of true atmospheric brilliance, all unique in their own right, all coming together perfectly as one on this new self-titled EP. There’s a captivating, almost hypnotic quality that can’t be mistaken on Nomadic Attic’s EP…great tunes here – turn…
The Royal Guard – “Hail the King”
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The Royal Guard are: Todd Davidson (Lead Vocals, Guitar), Andy Ascolese (Guitar, Vocals), Fred Scragg (Drums). Upon returning back home to NYC after living 5 years in Eastern Europe, Todd was ready to create, exciting music that can reach young people. First he called Fred. They worked great together but something was missing. The next…
THE ELECTRIC BALLROOM: HISTORIC VENUE AND HEARTBEAT OF CAMDEN
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The Electric Ballroom is a venue that has been at the very heart of the Camden Market area of London for over 70 years, and despite an uncertain future, it is still very much part of what attracts so many to Camden. Musical legends The list of musical artists that have appeared at the Electric…
JAMIE LYNN HART RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO “BAD”
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Upon receiving her Master’s of Music at Boston University, Jamie Lynn Hart released her debut full-length album Anticipate in 2011 as well as a live album in 2013 titled Live at Tupelo Music Hall, which won Best Album at the Limelight Music Awards. Jamie has also received the CBS Local’s top pick for Boston’s Best…
THE NOVOGRATZ BROTHERS “FAMILY”
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Award-winning songwriter/producer, Chris Keup, owner of White Star Sound, who has collaborated with artists on Warner Bros., Universal, Atlantic, Virgin, and many others, wrote a song called “Family” for the Novogratz Brothers. The brothers recorded the song at L.A.’s renowned Village Studios, where iconic albums such as Carol King’s Tapestry and Steely Dan’s Aja were…
SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 5, 2014
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NEW ALBUM BY BIG PETE PEARSON Blues giant Big Pete Pearson showcases his immense vocal prowess on his first Fervor Records release, Steppin’ Out. The seasoned 81 year old delivers solid, heartfelt performances further elevating his stature as a legendary Bluesman. Throughout his illustrious career, Big Pete has worked with icons including Ray Charles, B.B.…
HOUSTON’S NEIGHBORHOOD KANDYMAN “SO FLY”
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Fresh off a bid in the Feds, aspiring street preacher Neighborhood Kandyman offers up the first visual off his upcoming January 2015 release, “The Hustle Religion” for your enjoyment. “So Fly” is exactly how Kandyman is feeling out of those prison stripes and he don’t care who knows it. Neighborhood Kandyman has launched a fearless…
Kimi Kent – Wayward Child EP
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Kimi Kent’s “Wayward Child EP” embodies music with true heart and soul. Songs burst forth with great energy on the EP. Everything comes together to paint the portrait of a lovely life. Little lyrical flourishes work wonders as does her powerful singular voice. Her arrangements are tasteful and concise. Nicely unfolding to reveal great beauty…
Tom Rhodes, With or Without
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Tom Rhodes “With or Without” is as warm and as real as a group of friends gathered around the campfire. Honest, sincere, and raw, “With or Without” is the sound of country music done right. Vocals drive the whole thing, as Tom Rhodes’ voice is without peer. His band is amazing as well, knowing when…
Ty Ford – Watermelon Time
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Bio: In his own words: My mother bought me my first tape recorder when I was nine. I bought a used Rhapsody 6-string in 1964 and began to play guitar. I wrote some but mostly did folk tunes and other songs I liked. I also played a lot of acoustic guitar instrumentals. Time happens but…
4 REASONS TO GET A MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEGREE
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For purposes of the management, storage, protection and sharing of information in a company, management information systems are crucial. The management information systems (MIS) department is the central nervous system of any company. All of the aspects of the performance of a company are gauged through data produced by its MIS department. What is the…
WHY WE STILL MOURN JOHN LENNON
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On December 8, 1941, the day after the attack on Pearl Harbor, President Roosevelt referred to December 7th as “a date that will live in infamy.” But to millions born after World War II, December 8th is the date that lives in infamy¬—that was the day, in 1980, that John Lennon was assassinated. Baby boomers,…
SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 4, 2014
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WHAT MODEL CITIZENS “TOO LATE” What Model Citizens are a synth-rock punk outfit who hail from Brooklyn. The creation of songwriter and frontman Alex Musto, the group is closing out 2014 with the highly anticipated video for “Too Late.” The track is taken from What Model Citizens’ newest release, Ohn E Amas, which is out…
SEAGULLS NEW SINGLE “SWIMMIN'”
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Somewhere between your campfire and where the tide meets the sand is where Seagulls makes its home. Secluded in a West Virginia cabin, Seagulls recorded their debut LP, Great Pine, due to be released on February 3rd 2015. From rich vocal harmonies to lush string arrangements, Great Pine’s airtight folk songs are fully formed but…
SIX SIGNS A CAREER IN MUSIC OR ART IS RIGHT FOR YOU
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If you’re in the process of trying to determine which career path would be most appropriate and advantageous for you, you might want to consider music or art. There are a plethora of signs that can function as strong indications that a career in this sector is right for you, and some of them include:…
INDIE MUSIC: WHERE IS IT HEADED?
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To understand where Indie music is going, you have to know where it’s been. In the 1980s, following years of soft rock and irritating disco music, Indie rock exploded onto the music scene. It was different than anything else, but what defined the music was not what it was. What defined the music was what…
PHIL LEMPERT’S TOP FOOD TRENDS FOR 2015
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The growth of online grocery shopping and a preference toward craft foods, fermented foods (think aged, cured or pickled foods like sauerkraut) and smoked flavors rank among the top food trends for 2015, according to Supermarket Guru®, Phil Lempert. Lempert, working closely with ConAgra Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), predicts the most significant changes next year…
SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 3, 2014
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MARY J. BLIGE’S NEW ALBUM IS OUT NOW The London Sessions, Mary J. Blige’s 13th studio album, was released today by Capitol Records. Blige’s series of national television appearances continues with a visit to “The Wendy Williams Show” today. She will also appear on “A Very GRAMMY Christmas,” a one-hour entertainment special airing on CBS…
MEREDITH REVEALS VIDEO FOR LATEST SINGLE ‘JUMPIN BEDS’
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Always unpredictable yet consistent in her approach, Brisbane singer/songwriter Meredith is one of the alternative pop world’s most enthralling new muses. Effortlessly fusing lo-fi indie pop production and folk influenced lyricism, her recent single ‘Jumpin Beds’ proved to be a flawless introduction to the mysterious new artist, and its accompanying music video is now here…
JOHNNY MARR’S NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “DYNAMO”
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Today, legendary guitarist Johnny Marr (formerly of The Smiths) released his new music video for “Dynamo.” The track is off Marr’s acclaimed sophomore solo album Playland, which Rolling Stone boasts is “filled with wicked guitar salvos and shiny, barbed hooks…” and Q Magazine adds, “‘Playland’ is better than its predecessor in pretty much every respect.…
STRAIGHT NO CHASER RELEASES ANIMATED VIDEO FOR “TEXT ME MERRY CHRISTMAS”
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It’s time to face the facts this holiday season: voicemails are so last Christmas. To remedy the problem, Atlantic Records’ a cappella sensation Straight No Chaser partnered with actor Kristen Bell, YouTube comedy-collective and branded content company JASH, and award-winning songwriters Adam Schlesinger and David Javerbaum to celebrate the holidays with a fun music video…
DOOMTREE REVEALS NEW TRACK “GRAY DUCK”
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The group, which consists of Cecil Otter, Dessa, Lazerbeak, Mike Mictlan, P.O.S, Paper Tiger and Sims, has also announced a string of tour dates for early 2015, beginning on February 4 at Mojo’s in Columbia, MO, routing up and down both coasts, and concluding on March 17 at Launchpad in Albuquerque, NM. These dates follow…
BILLY IVAN VIDEO “ASKING”
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To accompany the release of his latest single “Asking”, Billy Ivan has created a music video, which he shot, edited and narrated himself, detailing his story of conquest over the challenges he faced growing up. Understanding more about himself both as a creative artist and determined young man. Billy Ivan, who is a self taught…
Tom Rhodes, With or Without
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Tom Rhodes “With or Without” is as warm and as real as a group of friends gathered around the campfire. Honest, sincere, and raw, “With or Without” is the sound of country music done right. Vocals drive the whole thing, as Tom Rhodes’ voice is without peer. His band is amazing as well, knowing when…
SAYING THE RIGHT THINGS WHEN YOU OFFER SYMPATHIES
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What do you say to your best friend when his father dies? How do you comfort your cousin who has lost a spouse? And what words can comfort a parent who has lost their child? These are common thoughts for anyone when trying to decide how to offer sympathies to a grieving family member or…
Gasoline Bros, FILL ‘ER UP
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The aptly named Gasoline Bros are filled up with heart and possess a keen driving rhythm. Nicely embodying the best of rock and roll, the songs possess a lot of energy. Vocals are incredibly earnest doing a great job of portraying a life and a moment in a life. A narrative sensibility helps carry these…
SKOPE NEWS FOR DECEMBER 2, 2014
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LOS CAMPESINOS! NEW FESTIVE EP Los Campesinos! debuted their upcoming festive new EP A Los Campesinos! Christmas as their very own Black Friday special via Pitchfork Advance, where it can be streamed in full all week leading up to a December 8th, 2014 release via Turnstile/Heart Swells. The EP and limited edition 12-inch feature five…
7BIT HERO AND SUN MUM UNVEIL NEW VIDEO FOR ‘BURN YOUR BITS’
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Those from Queensland – or anyone else living south of the Equator for that matter – are well-aware of the perils of a sunny day. A scordching case of sun burn can happen at the beach, kicking a footy around the back yard or sipping a double-shot latte at an outdoor cafe. There’s no denying…
HOLYCHILD ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE “RUNNING BEHIND”
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Today HOLYCHILD releases today their new song, “Running Behind,” the first track off of their forthcoming debut album due out in early 2015 via Glassnote Records. The new song pairs HOLYCHILD’s signature catchy sound with more bombastic production techniques, featuring hard-hitting, explosive synth bass and percussion reminiscent of a marching band drumline. Having recently completed…
THAITANIUM RELEASES NEW REMIX OF “WAKE UP”
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International award-winning hip-hop group Thaitanium recruit Asian-American YouTube all stars to remix their U.S. debut single “Wake Up (Bangkok City)” featuring hip-hop heavy weight Snoop Dogg. With brand new verses from Thaitanium, the remix features Traphik (aka Timothy DeLaGhetto), J-Reyez, Lil Crazed and Rob Campman who altogether have accumulated over 3 million YouTube channel subscribers.
GABBY GORDON NEW VIDEO “UNDERGROUND”
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Gabby Gordon is a Danish American, singer/songwriter living and performing in Los Angeles, California. Growing up, Gabby lived and traveled between Denmark, Switzerland, Czech Republic, UK, Germany and the US. Her unique life experience has inspired her love for music. Faced with a constant state of change, music was a way for Gabby to express…
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING USED CELEBRITY CARS
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Celebrities will own their cars and after sometime sell them to go for the trendiest in the market. While you may argue that celebrity cars are similar to other cars only that celebrities drive them, there is something peculiar about these automobiles. They are costly and designed with the latest advancement in technology. They have…
DO YOU REMEMBER THESE RETRO MUSIC LISTENING TECHNOLOGIES?
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Do you remember having a record collection and putting your favourite record on the turntable, lining up the needle and placing it gently within the groove? Or perhaps you used to have a big clunky Walkman that you used to play your cassette tapes while jogging? Or maybe you remember wiping the fingerprints from a…
EB 11, Enjoy The Ride
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EB 11’s “Enjoy The Ride” is a passionate album. The songs demand to be played loud. Volume is a must. An absolute rush the songs burn through leaving their imprint in the mind long after they are gone. Remarkably talented EB 11 shows off its considerable chops: great rhythms, great guitar riffs, and thoughtful lyrics.…
GRM Presents #DEADFAMOUS Artist Showcase Hosted By Eye’z
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Dead Famous is an event put together by Devon Black with featured artists from the Bay Area including Fettuccine Feast’n – Cash Outt Mob – Sexy Love – Rob Adam Jackson – plus many more hosted by pop singer Eye’z. The event was a wonderful artist showcase that took place in Oakland, CA with spoken…
TEACHING DEGRESS: HOW TO INCREASE YOUR INCOME AS A TEACHER
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Most people realize that when they enter the teaching profession, they aren’t going to earn a big salary quickly. However, there are ways in which to increase your salary as a teacher by thousands of dollars annually. How Teachers Salaries Are Determined State departments of education or collective bargaining agreements with teachers unions in most…
HOW TO CONVERT PDF TO XLS USING PDFBURGER.COM
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You may have come across a PDF file containing important information for a presentation of assignment. This information may be in tabular format that would be much easier to manipulate and work with as an Excel spreadsheet. A great site for online excel to pdf converter is the smart tool that allows converting the Microsoft…
