Month: March 2015

Mark Maze – “Uncomfortable Truths”

Mark Maze’s “Uncomfortable Truths” are shooting stars of pop perfection. Elegantly crafted these are songs that unfold gradually and gigantically. Nothing but anthems these are the kinds of songs people have no choice but to sing along to for they are about universal truths. Love, anxiousness, rejection, determination, these are the key component of each…

Sasha’s Bloc – Heart on Fire

You be hard press to find something negative to say about Sasha’s Bloc. They’ve honed their old school jazz and swing sound to a fine art, and deliver it perfectly in their new album. Founded three years ago by Alexander Gershman, the bassist, the band combines a wide range of musicians who are all intensely…

Blue Tofu

Ambient pop band Blue Tofu’s newest album “Our Room” is a collection of smooth songs that bring a new age sound and feel to the record. I love the idea behind this record but I feel the band missed the mark in some ways. While Blue Tofu is able to create a warm and rich…

Last Charge of the Light Horse – Nine Kinds of Happy

I am an avid rock music lover, for a really long while I labeled myself as a ¨Rocker¨ as the one and only genre I will really be mostly into and the other type of music, well, let´s just say I barely paid attention to them – of course, as I grew up and started…

OLIVVER THE KID RELEASES NEW SINGLE “I WANT IT”

Dubbed “the LA King of Revival” by Mostly Junk Food, Bryan Sammis, otherwise known as Olivver the Kid, is quickly living up to the nickname after deciding to leave his band The Neighbourhood and venture out on his own. “With an ear for infectious hooks and nostalgia,” The Kid is brimming with excitement about the…

THE COLOURIST RELEASE “WHILE I’M AWAY”

The Colourist are thrilled to announce their upcoming Will You Wait For Me EP, which will be self-released by the band this May, and introduce its first single entitled “When I’m Away.” The track will be available on iTunes and digital outlets everywhere beginning March 10, and is available to stream starting today on the…

MARTIN GARRIX RELEASES BRAND NEW SINGLE “DON’T LOOK DOWN” FEATURING USHER

Martin Garrix, electronic dance music’s youngest and fastest rising superstar releases his new single “Don’t Look Down” featuring Usher today everywhere on Spinnin’ Records/RCA Records. CLICK HERE to watch the lyric video for “Don’t Look Down” featuring Usher. Martin Garrix and Usher have been teasing their collaboration on “Don’t Look Down” on Instagram and Twitter…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 17, 2015

GAIN MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT TO RELEASE HARDCORE SUPERSTAR’S HCSS GAIN Music Entertainment has announced a April 21 North American release date for Hardcore Superstar’s HCSS release via MRI. The band appeared at a sold-out show in Los Angeles’ famed Whiskey A Go Go on January 24th, marking their first appearance in North America in a decade.…

THE PRESTIGE NEW SINGLE

Imminence Records is proud to announce the signing of France’s The Prestige for the release of their brand new full length entitled Amer. The French term “amer” translates to “bitter” in English and perfectly explains the band’s follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2012 album entitled Black Mouths. Amer will be released worldwide digitally by the…

JIMMY RAE ON THE TRAIL OF FOX LIMA

Meet the positively cunning Fox Lima as she treks through the mysteriously foxy world of sound & vibration. Hailing from Latvia, the “nation of nature”, Lima’s language of music is full of wonder, spirituality & tranquility. Fox Lima has won highly recognized songwriting contests and has been involved with international projects that benefit mankind. Standing…

832 – The RAP-ture

832’s “The RAP-ture” is a moody album that emerges from the darkness into the light. Throughout the album the tempos move through at a slow and deliberate pace. Vocal delivery matches the overall sense of darkness that permeates most of the album. Religious imagery finds itself embedded within the lyrics, the idea of eternal damnation…

Gibrish, Single Preview/Review

Gibrish is off and running with their latest single that features 3 tracks people will definitely be talking about! This Swedish-based band incorporates an array of different musical elements & styles from folk, rock, blues, jazz and pop to fusion, world music, alternative country and soul. Gibrish has got you covered on all levels as…

THUNDER & CO. ‘APPLES’ VIDEO

Thunder & Co. is a band from Lisbon, Portugal, driven by emotional dance music. The Thunder Factory is managed by Rodrigo Gomes and Sebastião Teixeira who craft the songs with collaboration of excellent musicians from all areas. From analogic synth obsessed dance producers to the world music drummer Ivo Costa (Batida / Sara Tavares). They…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 16, 2015

NEW ALBUM BY MAHD Zealous Detroit rapper MAHD released his debut album, 13, yesterday via HotNewHipHop. The concept album follows MAHD through the stresses of a deteriorating relationship, which ends with him leaving his hometown in search of clarity and release. He sets out on a journey of personal reflection to escape Motor City only…

MUST BE THE HOLY GHOST VIDEO “IMMORAL SUPPORT”

The soulful, electronic artist Must Be The Holy Ghost has released a very visually stimulating music video for his song “Immoral Support”. The track is off the debut record Get Off, released last year via Cardigan Records. Layered electronic rhythms fused with powerful vocals and thick guitars make up the elements of this anthemic track.…

ENTER THE PARADOX VIDEO “SWEET INTENTIONS”

Los Angeles-based pop-punk, progressive rock band Enter The Paradox release their upbeat single that will surely excite any fans of Blink-182, Fall Out Boy and Muse. Enter The Paradox aim to showcase their high-energy and passionate storytelling through their debut album Love, Loyalty and Mayhem: Part 1 due out April 21, 2015. “Sweet Intentions” is…

SETTING REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS FOR YOUR SEO CAMPAIGNS

As a business owner, positive results are all you care about. If you aren’t getting them fast enough then it’s not good enough. You want as many calls and leads coming through as you can possibly manager. The sooner you get these results, the sooner you can meet your long-term goals, and the sooner your…

Evan – ‘New Folk’

Evan’s “New Folk” shows the future of folk music. With an excellent mixture of both Evan’s intimate voice with the full warmth brought on by his band, “New Folk” excels at the emotive. Songs are remarkably catchy. Rhythms roll by as gentle breezes. His strong voice is the centerpiece of the album weaving the many…

Dave Plaehn – Radio Sister

Dave Plaehn’s “Radio Sister” is music that soothes the soul. Incredibly lush the arrangements are tasteful and restrained. The playfulness of the band is apparent, the glistening keyboards, the tight rhythms, and the clean guitars. Lyrically the songs are full of hope. Stylistically Dave Plaehn covers a wide range from Steely Dan inspired blues to…

SAM HUNT RELEASES PROVOCATIVE NEW VIDEO FOR “TAKE YOUR TIME”

Today, country music standout Sam Hunt releases the music video for his latest single, “Take Your Time.” “Take Your Time” is quickly making its way up country radio’s Top 10 and just surpassed 500,000 in track sales, making it Hunt’s second consecutive RIAA-certified Gold single as an artist following the now Platinum-selling No. 1 smash,…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 13, 2015

KELLY CLARKSON ANNOUNCES 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR Earlier today on Good Morning America, global superstar and GRAMMY® Award winner Kelly Clarkson announced her 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR. The 36-city tour, promoted exclusively by Live Nation, will start on July 11 in Hershey, Pennsylvania and culminate on Sept. 20 in Camden, New Jersey. Joining…

MARYANN NEW SINGLE FEAT WAKA FLOCKA & A WAX

Maryann a.k.a. The Baegod had busy start to the year with her Good Vibe Co. featured DrewsthatDude and Fortune remix of “Landing”, and the EDM.com premiere of “Walls” with Tev Woods. She released “Na Na Thas A No No” the first single from her upcoming “Bedroomtrap’n” EP. For her second release from her new project,…

DOPE STARS INC “MANY THANKS”

Rome, Italy-Cyberpunk artists Dope Stars Inc release new lyric video for the song “Many Thanks” Dope Stars Inc have released a new lyric video for the song “Many Thanks” off of their new albumTeraPunk Many Thanks speaks to something that everyone has dealt with one time or another. Someone saying things behind your back and…

4 MUSIC DEGREES TO MAKE YOUR PASSION INTO A CAREER

Music is more than a hobby—for many it is a passion. They live, breathe, and feel music throughout their everyday existence. When it comes time to choose a college major, it seems only natural to pursue a degree in music. However, choosing to study music can be scary for both the student and their loved…

Dear Criminals – weapons | crave

Dear Criminals work with the gritty sounds of life. Effortlessly combining moody electronics and longing vocals the pieces have maintain a delicate balance. On one hand the songs possess a true sense of humanity akin to the hushed tones of the most intimate folk. The minimal electronics are tastefully deployed throughout the album. At times…

PLANNING THE PERFECT WEDDING PLAYLIST

Planning your perfect wedding playlist could be easy or it could be difficult. This post will hopefully be able to help make it at least a little bit easier. The difficulties come from making sure that both the bride and the groom will hear some music that they like. A wedding playlist can cross musical…

David Arn – “Walking To Dreamland”

This somewhat mysterious singer-songwriter from the East Coast just released his latest 10 Track CD entitled “Walking to Dreamland” in 2014. Overall Internet presence is slowly taking shape as I learned a few things about him even before I hit play. The CD hits the deck running with a strong “Walking to Dreamland” title track…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 12, 2015

FOYNES “AGAIN” Foynes’ distinctive electronic triphop beat is paired seamlessly with a soulfully haunting vocal performance from Aviva. Dancing between big horn crescendos and bright dancing synth easing the listener along its path. A steady beat and musical intricacy make this an aural journey following a smooth vocal melody until the soaring final climax capturing…

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF A MISTREATED OR ABANDONED DOG

Taking care of a neglected or mistreated dog can be a noble service. Just because a dog doesn’t have a good owner or has been abandoned by its owner doesn’t mean that a dog can’t find a new home that will have a new loving owner. There are two obvious choices for you if you…

Christopher Giles – Finding My Way

Maine native Christopher Giles’ debut album, Finding My Way, is a strong entry in Christian contemporary circles. Terms like that tend to leave secular listeners wavering over an artist’s personal appeal. A single listen to this album will dismiss any concerns. Giles astutely filters his spiritual message through every day language and resists any temptation…

Young Pandas – Enigmas

This is the energy that I need right now to wake me up. I’ve been on my grind again; passing the 300th mark for reviews officially with #301 right here with Young Pandas, the opening cut “Say What You Mean” starts off Enigmas with the musical equivalent of a Red Bull as they get the…

L.A. Davis

Singer/songwriter L.A. Davis was born in the bustle and commune of London’s East End. His spirit and determination to succeed come from an overwhelming ability to understand life from a lesser advantaged view point. As a true ‘Cockney’ Londoner, he centers his lyrics right from the heart…. ‘….it really doesn’t matter what a melody sounds…

LARA SNOW “I LIKE SNOW”

Tel Aviv based artist Lara Snow announces the release of her new single “I Like Snow”, the debut single from off her upcoming collaboration EP ‘We Are Animals’ with producer $Afra and drummer Jonatan Harpak (ex-Useless ID). Following the breakup of her rock band Lara found herself in need of a fresh start. A close…

WHAT TYPE OF EDUCATION IS NEEDED FOR A MUSIC CAREER?

As the arts have seen a resurgence of support in the 21st century, many individuals are considering a job in one of these fulfilling fields. Those who want to work in music must consider their specific industry and goals, but some common elements do exist. Specific Field When you’re starting to explore the path you’ll…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 11, 2015

MONTANA OF 300 “TRAP QUEEN” VIDEO Chicago rapper Montana of 300 takes Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen” and makes it his own banger, crushing the track with his witty rhymes. “We’ve heard quite a few rappers try their hand at Fetty Wap’s buzzing single, ‘Trap Queen,’ but few have recreated the hook as faithfully as Montana…

ACTION BRONSON “ACTIN CRAZY” VIDEO

Bronsolino is known for his work ethic. With countless guest features, music videos, mixtapes, drugs to smoke and now his major label debut Mr. Wonderful he’s one of the hardest working rappers out there. That ethic is prominently displayed in this new Sydrome directed video for “Actin Crazy” prod. by Noah “40” Shebib where he…

MADI DIAZ “MESS”

Madi Diaz spent the second half of 2014 on the road in support of her latest album Phantom, both headling and opening for such artists as Echosmith, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr., X Ambassadors and Fitz and the Tantrums, and creating scores of new fans along the way. She ended the year with a headline show…

SARANTOS ADDRESSES DOMESTIC VIOLENCE WITH NEW SINGLE

New rock song “We Accept The Love We Think We Deserve” is an emotional piece about domestic violence. Now that the Super Bowl is over, the NFL will have a chance to reflect on quite a year. Domestic violence was frequently at the forefront of the 2014-5 season and unfortunately for all the wrong reasons.…

Sarantos – “We Accept The Love We Think We Deserve”

We Accept The Love We Think We Deserve is a song dedicated to that universal truth: the feeling of hopelessness that precedes and follows any breakup. The lyrics focus on the sadness that one experiences with being alone. A full sound accompanies Sarantos’s voice as the band takes on a cinematic scope. Sweeping sounds help…

YOUTH DROPS NEW SINGLE “JUST FOR YOU”

YOUTH, 25 year old Krissy, was born and raised in North London. At 16 she won a full scholarship to Italia Conti. A year later Ben Elton picked Krissy to play the leading lady in Tonight’s The Night. At 17 she toured the country, and importantly Ben Elton introduced her to William Orbit. Now friends,…