Month: May 2015

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 22, 2015

MEG SAMPSON NEW SINGLE Aussie folk pop singer/songwriter Meg Sampson is stoked to be doing what she does. Originally from a small country town, Nhill in Western Victoria, Meg performed at everything possible from a very young age. To the point that she’s sure the locals were well and truly ready for her to leave…

FRANKIE FORMAN “HOME AGAIN” SINGLE

Following the widespread success of her debut ‘Blue Dogs’ EP last year, which saw her set fire to the festival trail and garnered multiple plays on BBC 6 Music and XFM, sultry singer-songwriter Frankie Forman now returns with her second EP ‘Hootch’, out 27 May. To celebrate the birth of this undeniably breath-taking new work,…

LIONHEIR RELEASES NEW SINGLE ‘WHAT YOU WANT’

Following the release of his debut record in 2012, Lionheir returns with the announcement of his second record ‘Dangerous Happiness’ by way of new single ‘What You Want’. The musical brainchild of Paul Appelkamp, Lionheir’s first long player was more a studio affair, being recorded entirely in Lionheir’s hometown of Byron Bay at the revered…

Billy Ray Deiz – Rollin

Billy Ray Deiz’s “Rollin” is a cool and confident track. Aptly named the leisurely groove is near perfect as it takes its time establishing the mood. The organ serves as the song’s backbone with an expressive, classic rock sound. Playful at times the organ does great work in emphasizing the overall sense of hope from…

Billy Grima – Sugar & Cream

It isn’t enough to fill songs with the everyday details of your life. Let’s face it – most of us lead prosaic lives. We wake and sleep the same times every day. We keep appointments, put in appearances, and wade into each new day praying we have a marginal idea, at least, of what to…

SEA LION SHARES NEW SONG “ROOM”

Sea Lion AKA Gothenburg, Sweden-native Linn Osterberg – has today shared a brand new song in the shape of “Room.” A sparse, piano ballad in the vein of Cat Power or early Kate Bush, the song explores “the art of needing somebody versus not needing anybody at all, and what is best and how to…

LITTLE MIX RELEASE BRAND NEW SINGLE “BLACK MAGIC” TODAY

The world’s biggest girl group are back! Little Mix have released ‘Black Magic’, the first single from their eagerly anticipated third album out later this year. Set to be the undisputed pop smash of the year, ‘Black Magic’ is available digitally. From the moment it kicks in, ‘Black Magic’ will bring you under its spell.…

Bunny Sigler – Bundino

Entertainers fade while true performers endure and evolve. Bunny Sigler’s transition from a talented young firebrand and one of Philadelphia soul’s biggest talents into an elder statesman still capable and willing to challenge himself with modern approaches proves essential facts about popular music. Fundamentals steady careers for the long haul and, above all, Sigler’s music…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 21, 2015

DRIFTA AND THE BLEEDING STONES NEW SINGLE ‘The Stone That Bled’ was written by Drifta and produced by Sean Carey. Drifta describes the track as a song that represents the impossible, going against the grain. With its vintage rock sound and in-your-face melodies, the second release from DAT-BS brings you back to the good old…

UK PRODUCER DEPHLEX “SHOW ME LOVE/WITHOUT YOU”

SoSure Music have delivered yet again with a tasteful new 2 track release from promising UK producer, Dephlex (Seamless, Faites Leur Des Disque). Returning to the SoSure family, ‘Show Me Love’ follows on from Dephlex’s well received remix of Yotto’s ‘All I Want’ (supported by Danny Howard) which landed on the label last year. ‘Show…

WALLACE SINGLE “VINYL SKIP”

VINYL SKIP, the debut single from New Zealand born jazz singer Wallace will leave you reeling. Drawing inspiration from Little Dragon, Muhsinah, Georgia Anne Muldrow and future soul artists like Hiatus Kaiyote and Ngaiire, Wallace melds a jazz, soul, hip-hop and blues sensibility to create the positively magical VINYL SKIP. “Vinyl Skip came about after…

MEMORIAL DAY SCAMS TARGETING MILITARY FAMILIES

Memorial Day is a time to honor our service men and women, and unfortunately, it has also become an opportunity for scammers to target those who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans. As Memorial Day approaches, Better Business Bureau Serving E. MA, ME, RI and VT is alerting the military community…

Sir Ivan’s – “Kiss All The Bullies Goodbye”

Talk about subliminal messaging to the masses, talk about remixing the world, talk about bullying, talk about everything aforementioned and you’ve got Sir Ivan, an artist set to raise awareness to bullying through music. It’s time to “Kiss All The Bullies Goodbye,” and you may not know it, but that’s what you’re being trained to…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 20, 2015

BEAT COPS NEW SINGLE A Montreal all-star group; Mikey Heppner (Priestess), Tim Fletcher (The Stills), Pat Bennett (Trigger Effect) and Max Hébert (Breastfeeders, Final Flash) created Beat Cops. This project is a long time coming with Mikey Heppner and Tim Fletcher forming the punk rock outfit, ‘The Dropouts’, back in 2001. ‘Priestess’ and ‘The Stills’…

SLOES SHARE GORGEOUS DEBUT TRACK ‘DEVIL IN YOU’

Playing a delightfully inventive brand of indie, infusing delicate string passages with dark, brooding songwriting. There’s something a little different about this band. Sloes first came about when Jerome and Jo started writing together whilst travelling through Colombia – a trip that no doubt added further inspiration to their writing, offering a wider view on…

CODY JOE HODGES “ONE MORE DRINK”

Cody Joe Hodges was nominated as Rising Star for the 2014 Texas Music Awards. He has also been nominated as Male Country Vocalist of the Year at the International Music and Entertainment Association for 2013 and 2014. Cody Joe’s new EP, “One More Drink”, was recorded with his new label, Lamon Records, out of Nashville.…

JAMAICAN QUEENS PREMIERE NEW VIDEO FOR “LOVE IS IMPOSSIBLE”

Detroit experimental pop trio Jamaican Queens have followed up the recent premiere of the new track “Love Is Impossible” with the debut of a new music video for the song, taken from their new full-length album Downers available June 2 (Freakish Pleasures label). View the “Love Is Impossible” video now online at YouTube. In addition,…

TOM LEVIN “THUNDER ON” VIDEO

Sweden based Tom Levin has recently released his newest video for “Thunder On,” via Huffington Post. Taking his infectious brand of Folk infused Indie Rock up a notch, his new video for “Thunder On” is ready to lure your ears and entice your eyes. “Thunder On” provides a dash of vibrancy that carries throughout the…

CHOOSING THE WEDDING TIARAS FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

When it comes to dressing up for your wedding day, everything needs to be meticulously planned to ensure that you look your best on the most special day of your life. From selecting the most chic wedding dress to glamour tungsten jewelry, everything needs to be perfect to complement the big day. Selecting the right…

Mandy Woods – All Along – EP Review

Here’s a whole mitt-full of sounds you might not expect on this new EP All Along, and specifically Mandy Woods herself, a singer/song-writer of the folk-variety. Currently based in the UK, you can hear the accent creep through every once in a while…what can I say aside from it adds a little…hmm…like a little bit…

Small Leaks Sink Ships – Face Yourself, and Remove Your Sandals

Small Leaks Sink Ships hits all the right notes with “Face Yourself, and Remove Your Sandals”. Cryptically titled the songs are wrought with genuine adoration for the world. Together the pieces come to form a story that grows ever larger with the additional chapters. Running the gamut from chamber pop a la Grizzly Bear to…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 19, 2015

MATT LEGRAND “SPRING BREAK GIRL” A sleek mix of Nick Jonas style and a hint of that Justin Bieber urban feel, Matt has crafted a unique sound that’s entirely his own. The single blasts off with a booming beat, Matt’s vocals creating an unforgettable melody that flows fluidly across the slick synths. A slow groove…

STRAINS “WHITE CHAINS” SINGLE

Famined Records’ newest signing, Belgium’s metalcore outfit Strains, has just released their new single off their forthcoming label debut entitled Redefine[d]. “White Chains” is off the Aljoscha Sieg recorded EP that will be released June 30th and took over a year to record with Maarten commenting, “We took our time to get the best out…

ASTRID’S TEA PARTY “BLACK SWAN”

Astrid’s Tea Party, the Brighton based electroshock four piece have returned in style, with a decidedly darker sound in the form of their new single Black Swan. The frenzied, synth heavy affair arrives in the wake of their highly acclaimed debut single What’s In It For Me?, a track that has gained praise from fans…

UPHOLD HIGH HOTEL STANDARDS WITH THE RIGHT SHEETS, TOWELS, AND MATS

The items that your guests find in the rooms at your hotel can make or break their perception of they have of your establishment. If you want to be perceived as having high standards, you should invest in good quality sheets, towels and mats. Keep your workplace dry with absorbent industrial floor mats. They can…

Troy Lindsey & Bosaya – “Outlaw Love”

Troy Lindsey & Bosaya’s “Outlaw Love” is a lazy river of comfortable country grooves. With a true feeling of Americana “Outlaw Love” nicely embodies all that is good about articulate, thoughtful country rock. It is a restrained and tasteful piece of work. From the steady persistent rhythm to the colorful guitar work the entire piece…

MUSIC THERAPY: HOW CAN IT HELP THOSE WITH AUTISM?

Music is one of the connecting features of every culture. As it comes from such a fundamental place in the human psyche, it has many medical uses as well. One of the uses of music that is not known about as well in modern society is as a treatment for autism. What Music Does to…

FILOUS’ DEBUT TRACK “HOW HARD I TRY” PREMIERES

“How Hard I Try (featuring James Hersey)” the debut original track from breakout Austrian producer filous, is premiering today. Listen to the new song via SoundCloud here. The track will be featured on Dawn, filous’ first EP of original music, on July 17, and available for preorder May 26 with “How Hard I Try” as…

NICK SHAHEEN SINGLE “FLASHBULBS”

Chicago-based Nick Shaheen is breaking new ground with his latest single, “Flashbulbs,” from his stunning album, Sauvignon, out now. His second full-length release to date, Shaheen brings to the forefront a stunning mixture of modern Americana sound and incredibly strong songwriting. This breathtaking piece is just one of the highlights you will find on Sauvignon.…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 18, 2015

PILLARS “WOMAN WITHOUT HER LOVE” VIDEO Following the release of her second, blissfully electronic outing, ’Woman Without Her Love’, London-based newcomer PILLARS has now unveiled an accompanying video. Shot by Harvey Pearson (Aquilo and Låpsley), the visuals offer up a narrative that perfectly mirrors the slow-burning sophistication of the song. Preparations are now being made…

ADRIA “FALLING” VIDEO

Having just released her debut EP ‘Shell’ which was recorded at Paul Epworth’s Church studio in London, Adria played her debut album at the launch in her home city, Perth. This was her first time performing the Shell EP in its entirety to a live audience. Adria launched her debut EP at Jimmy’s Den Northbridge…

CHARM TAYLOR ‘CLOTHES’ CLICK HERE

Vocalist & songwriter Charm Taylor is excited to announce the release of her solo debut, The Road Within, a dynamic blend of futuristic soul and melodic hip-hop. Most people know Charm as the enchanting lead singer of the critically acclaimed rock n soul group, The Honorable South. With her latest project, Taylor—with the help of…

Marchan Noelle – The Witching Hour (Acoustic)

“The Witching Hour” is a bewitching album. Marchan Noelle’s impassioned vocal delivery guides these lovely pieces. With an impressive range Marchan Noelle’s simple setup (a voice and a guitar) runs the gamut from folk to the angular precise work of bossa nova. Her lyrics explore want, desire, and the dynamics of relationships. Vocals are very…

KID WAVE “BEST FRIEND”

The international two girl/two boy quartet’s debut album Wonderlust is a crafted set of pop songs that bathe in the golden, restorative rays more commonly associated with life on the Californian coast rather than London, where Kid Wave reside. This is music that’s delivered with an uplifting sense of youthful wild abandon and imbued throughout…

Shayne Leighton – Invincible

Shayne Leighton’s creativity never stops turning. Not content with a considerable fan following resulting from her popular Of Light and Darkness fiction series and a promising acting career, this intelligent young artist and performer has readied her first music EP for release. Invincible is a six song collection full of songwriting recalling themes in her…

THE ARMED SPEAK ON VIDEO “POLARIZER”

“The video is mostly a reflection on the importance of curation vs. creation today. Tumblr culture. You don’t need to create it…just embrace it during its shelf life of cultural favorability and be vocal. Take what you want from whatever you want and define yourself like a Mr. Potato Head. We’re not saying this is…

Alexis Keegan – “Nobody Compares”

Alexis Keegan, New Jersey born singer/songwriter, continues her climb towards widespread commercial success with her new single, “Nobody Compares”. This is the lead single from her upcoming EP, Endless Road, and marks her first new release since 2014’s Clean SLATE. There is an urban feel to her work, but it never sounds facile or packaged.…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 15, 2015

LEE ANN WOMACK SCORES 2 AMA NOMS Lee Ann Womack, the diminutive country torch singer, made a decision seven years ago to follow her heart. If people thought she was crazy to walk away from the multi-platinum world of mainstream country to record the songs that moves the East Texas classicist, Womack’s heart won out.…