Month: January 2016

SO – “Echo Park”

Artistically-twisted Hip-Hop? Did I just create a new genre category? If I did just now, I don’t really deserve the credit…SO does for putting that conclusion into my brain after taking in the Echo Park EP – a record so full of unexpected ideas, performances and music that there’s no way you’re prepared. I found…

DIM MAK “DOPE” FOR FREE

DIM MAK is thrilled to announce the signing of Los Angeles-based producer Rain Man, via his jaw-dropping bass tune “Dope.” Slaying conventional genre boundaries, the gifted producer delivers a relentless hybrid beast that incorporates elements of bass-house, dubstep and trap to face-melting effect. Fans can head to SoundCloud to download the song for free. Originally…

THE TEXAS CHAINSAW DUST LOVERS “DARK STUFF”

France’s most galvanizing heavy rock foursome THE TEXAS CHAINSAW DUST LOVERS are back this spring with their debut album “Me And The Devil”, a trash and groovy rock’n’roll statement set to see the day on March 28th via Besta Records. Sexy sweaty rock anthems topped off by a deathly rock’n’roll crooning, Morricone-inspired heavy fuzzy tones,…

DIIV SHARES NEW TRACK “IS THE IS ARE”

Today, DIIV premieres “Is the Is Are,” the title track from their forthcoming sophomore album via Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 show. In conjunction with the release of the track, DIIV is announcing a run of album residency shows in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York in February on the heels of their imminent tour…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 25, 2016

CHEMICAL BROTHERS “WIDE OPEN” Directed by their long-term video collaborators dom&nic – previous visuals include the legendary ‘Hey Boy Hey Girl’ and ‘Setting Sun’ videos – The Chemical Brothers release the stunning new video for ‘Wide Open ft Beck’. Taken from their number 1 album ‘Born In The Echoes’, the video centres on the evocative…

CORLYX “STARLET” VIDEO

Corlyx are taking electro music to a completely new level, melting beautifully arranged pop melodies and glamour with an affection towards the grotesque. The singer-songwriter duo Brandon Ashley and Caitlin Stokes have created a unique sound of their own which has been praised by people such as Chris Pitman of Guns’n’Roses who recently shared their…

Canary Burton – “Raggity Three Step”

Elegant and refined, Canary Burton’s “Raggity Three Step” is a pure joy. With crystal clarity Canary Burton weaves together elements of ragtime with classical to create an unique universe. Restrained at all the right moments Canary Burton plays with a sense of confidence. Veering from absolute softness to outright exuberance, the song manages to cover…

STEVE ANGELLO’S SOLO DEBUT ALBUM NEW VIDEO PREMIERE FOR “THE OCEAN”

Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum selling DJ/producer Steve Angello drops his debut solo album Wild Youth today in its entirety via his own SIZE Records label, which debuted as the #1 dance album on iTunes in over 40 countries. The highly personal album honors Angello’s desire to make music true to his own vision. The LP also…

EVER THOUGHT ABOUT GETTING YOURSELF A MAN-GAGEMENT RING?

One of the successful achievements in a man’s lifespan is the act of going on your knee, proposing to the woman you love and she actually says Yes! Don’t you just get a sigh of relief when you nail it? Proposals can be as uncertain as the downpour of rain, more so if you are…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 22, 2016

HXLT PREMIERES NEW SONG AND VIDEO FOR “SICK” HXLT, the Chicago punk minded crooner and recent signee to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music has announced his debut, self-titled album to drop February 26th. Produced entirely by HXLT (save one track produced by Mano, producer of The Weeknd’s “The Hills”) the album also features a track with…

NICOLE JANE NEW VIDEO “BEAUTY”

Introducing the debut single “Beauty” from rising London trio Nicole Jane. This release comes off the back of completing a 6-night sold out stadium tour in Russia, and is a track that effortlessly mixes modern day RnB with old school Garage to create what is called a Future Garage Sound Let Nicole Jane take you…

For The Kill – ‘Fire & Whiskey’

For The Kill’s “Fire & Whiskey” is hard rock at its absolute best. Dominating through sheer volume the songs pummel the listener into submission. Tying the songs together is Frank’s commanding vocals which rise above the intense riffing. Joey C.’s attention to detail is particularly satisfying as his guitar playing is pure perfection. Tommy D’Angelis’s…

Larmheim – “Cent Soleils”

Lärmheim’s “Cent Soleils” offers up an aural kaleidoscope of sounds and styles. Ranging from chaotic, noise-like rushes to the absolute sublime subdued ambient acoustics, Lärmheim does it all with the utmost of ease. With clear influences ranging from Aphex Twin’s very best work to Pan Sonic’s unrelenting aural assaults, “Cent Soleils” presents a plethora of…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 21, 2016

SLABDRAGGER ALBUM OPENER London doom/sludge trio SLABDRAGGER have teamed up with Terrorizer to present you a new track off their upcoming second album “Rise Of The Dawncrusher”, out next month on Holy Roar Records. Fasten your seat belts and hear the monstrous grooves of “Mercenary Blues” now. http://www.terrorizer.com/news/streams/listen-to-slabdraggers-new-song-mercenary-blues/ PET SHOP BOYS NEW ALBUM ‘SUPER’ OUT…

STEELE EP STREAM ‘OPIUM’

After releasing her first two singles “Fade”and “machine.” during late 2015, it ́s now time for Swedish artist STEELE to release her debut EP titled Opium EP on the 19th January this year. Besides“Fade” and “machine.” the EP will include two new tracks. It will be released through Firegate Music Group. Opium EP gets deep…

MATT ANDERSEN “LET’S GET BACK”

The follow up to his 2014 JUNO Award nominated album Weightless, Honest Man sees the powerhouse songwriter pushing himself into new territory with producer Commissioner Gordon (Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse, Santana, Quincy Jones). It highlights Andersen’s rich gospel soul voice and expands on what we already know/love about him while bringing it to a whole…

ARO PREMIERES STUNNING RENDITION OF “I CAN CHANGE”

ARO (pronounced “arrow”), is a singer and songwriter who, at age 16, shunned the family spotlight and embraced anonymity in pursuit of an authentic musical career of her own. “It’s natural to want to rebel against what your parents do,” explains Aimée. “Once I accepted music was my path, I rebelled by wanting to do…

PREMIERE: RYAN BRAHMS “NEW YORK STATE OF MIND” VIDEO

With his previous video, “For This,” Ryan Brahms proved beyond a shadow a of a doubt that he could easily conquer the dance-pop songwriting mountain with ease. The song was a real banger, and the accompanying video was a ridge along through the streets and hot spots of New York City. Perhaps it’s only natural…

HISTORY: DAVID BOWIE FIRST #1 U.S. ALBUM & TOPS CHARTS WORLDWIDE

David Bowie’s 28th album has been confirmed as his first to top the U.S. charts. ★ has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling in excess of 180,000 units since its January 8, 2016 release on ISO/Columbia Records. ★ has entered at #1 in more than 20 territories including the UK, Australia, Belgium,…

Saul Williams – ‘MartyrLoserKing’

Saul Williams is bringing a new sound to hip-hop with his electric beats and chilling sound. His recent self produced album MartyrLoserKing shows Williams extreme close eye for technique and perfection. Williams is definitely someone to watch out for, MartyrLoserKing delivers a form of hip-hop, trap, and electronica that he has conjured up into his…

PEPPINA VIDEO “KEEP THIS LOVE ALIVE”

Breakthrough multi-instrumentalist, Finnish indie pop/rock artist, Peppina, returns to Park City during the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. On Friday, January 22nd at 8pm, Peppina performs with members of Seattle indie outfit Motopony at the official Festival Base Camp Presented by Canada Goose, located at 475 Swede Alley (corner of Swede and Heber). Peppina will be…

SAVAGE MACHINE NEW VIDEO “EVENT HORIZON”

Danish old school heavy metallers SAVAGE MACHINE premieres a new video for the band’s new single title track “Event Horizon”. The new single ‘Event Horizon’ to be released today and is available for streaming and digital purchase on all digital platforms. The video can be viewed below. Pounding basslines, galloping guitars, thundering drums and screaming…

CLAVVS NEW SINGLE “LEVIATHAN”

Atlanta based duo CLAVVS have just released their stunning new single titled “Leviathan.” Filled with stunning vocals from frontwoman Amber Renee, she is accompanied by the intricate instrumentation of Graham Marsh. Together the two bring to the table, an honest, heartfelt, and emotional brand of electro-laced-pop that brings their sound to life. “Leviathan” kicks off…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 20, 2016

JIMKATA RELEASE “WILD RIDE” Ithaca electronic rock trio Jimkata will release In Motion on February 12 and this week they’ve announced a slew of tour dates that will keep the band on the road through the spring. The dates were announced when the group debuted the pop-ear-worm “Wild Ride” this week at The Music Ninja,…

Idiot Grins – “Big Man”

Idiot Grins offers the best of country and soul on the triumphant “Big Man”. From the incredible horn section to John Hansen’s powerful vocals, the entire album brims with joy and optimism. “Big Man” swings triumphantly with the colorful work of Michael Conner on keyboards and Randy Strauss on guitar. Anchoring the sound is the…

MANDY JIROUX “FADE AWAY” FEAT REEZ

Following the international success of 2015’s “My Forever,” Dutch duo, Reez and America’s Mandy Jiroux have once again teamed up for a musical collaboration. The new track, “Fade Away”, is being released worldwide across all digital platforms today, Monday, January 18th. This second collaboration between Reez and Mandy Jiroux, is a progressive house blend with…

THE CHEAP THRILLS “MACHINE” VIDEO

The Cheap Thrills announce the release of their new music video for the track “Machine” recorded at Parr Street Studios in Liverpool. The band have recently been labelled as “One of the top 20 Liverpool bands you need to hear now!” by Fred Perry Subculture. Whilst BBC Introducing & Amazing Radio have already playlisted the…

THE CORAL ‘MISS FORTUNE’ THE NEW SINGLE

Here is the video for The Coral’s new single Miss Fortune. The track is taken from the band’s new album Distance Inbetween, released March 4th on Ignition Records. The influential Hoylake five-piece’s first single since 2010, the pulsating Miss Fortune is a tune that can stand up against all of The Coral’s eight Top 40…

SEAN C JOHNSON “HOME” SINGLE

“Home” is the first piece of content I’m releasing from my “Race the Sun” series. The term “Race the Sun” is an allegory that represents our life here on Earth. Essentially everyone is in a race against the sun. A race to accomplish our purpose before our sun sets. My purpose is to make God…

Sarah Morris – ‘Ordinary Things’

There’s no question Sarah Morris’ new album, Ordinary Things, clearly works within an established tradition. Morris isn’t trying to remake the wheel with any of the release’s ten songs, but that isn’t to say that this is bloodless, risk-averse exercise. Morris sings with such unfettered openness that each new song comes as a gamble –…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 19, 2016

TELEKINESIS NEW VIDEO “Courtesy Phone” is the second song from Telekinesis’ latest album, Ad Infinitum, to receive a music video. Directed by Whitey McConnaughy, it puts a seemingly indestructible camera in the hands of dancers, snowboarders, dogs, kids, and more! MARCA X H&R BLOCK CAMPAIGN Wisin, one of Latin-urban music’s hottest talents, is the star…

JIMMY RAE ON BOARD WITH THE JOSH RIVERS BAND MAKING LIGHT FROM DARKNESS

If you like catchy Alt Pop with some Gospel elements thrown in then you’ll love Josh Rivers Band. Hailing from the live music capitol of the world, Austin, these Texans provide music that is soft, intimate and positive. I find this amazing considering the dark cult experience Josh Rivers lived through but turning darkness into…

MARIE MUNROE “CAN’T GO BACK” VIDEO

The Norwegian multi- Grammy Award Nominee (Best Female, Best Composer) called Marie Munroe is soon to release her much-anticipated LP Under My Skin. Scandinavia’s answer to electro poppy Imogen Heap and Jessie Ware has already sold out the entire upcoming tour in her home country, and has just shared the official video to her latest…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 15, 2016

RATIONALE NEW SINGLE Born in Harare, Zimbabwe, RATIONALE was first inspired by his mother’s diverse record collection which included everything from Fela Kuti to Meat Loaf. Later settling in London, RATIONALE discovered late 90s rock and indie, and soaked up the eclectic influences that are now found in his music. RATIONALE released his debut Fuel…

SIGNE MARIE RUSTAD “THE TRUTH”

With her second album, Norwegian singer-songwriter Signe Marie Rustad takes a step to the side from the traditional straight-forward Americana present on her debut album “Golden Town” (2012), and goes into areas of psychedelia with space echo, reverb and backwards guitar on some songs, as well as keeping it close to the folky bone with…

JASON COLLETT SHARES NEW SONG “FOREVER YOUNG IS GETTING OLD”

Toronto songwriter Jason Collett has shared a third track, “Forever Young Is Getting Old”, from his upcoming sixth full-length album, Song And Dance Man – listen + share via YouTube. Whistling its way through two and half minutes of a toe-tapping beat, the iconic songwriter paints a wistful yet poignant picture of life in the…

BEAU RELEASE BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘ANIMAL KINGDOM’ OUT NOW

New York two-piece band BEAU today announce their newest single ‘Animal Kingdom’ from their hotly anticipated debut album ‘That Thing Reality’, out via Kitsuné/Sony Red on March 11th 2016 and available instantly with every album pre-order. The track, produced Al O’Connell (aka ‘alalal’ – Bruno Mars, Mark Ronson, Rufus Wainwright), channels an angst and poetic…

Bad Reed – “Self-titled” EP

I think…hmm…how do I put this? Could I be any MORE excited about this music from Bad Reed? And I’ll answer my own question today…no…no I could not. Not only is Bad Reed a fantastic example of a band & sound that would quite easily make my personal playlist any given day of the week…

Harbinger Uprising – ‘Line in the Sand’

In our modern age of Rap synths and autotune it can be difficult to find the top seeds among the harvest. What makes masters like Rage Against the Machine, Tool, Eagles of Death Metal, and Massive Attack so sought after? Sure, they sound good, they look good, they feel good. But above that they’ve got…

Shoko Igarashi Organ Trio – ‘Alarm Call’

Irresistibly smooth “Alarm Call” shows off the Shoko Igarashi Organ Trio’s impressive chops. From the nimble drumming of Kazuhiro Odagiri to the playful work of Takafumi Suenaga on organ, everything comes together. By far the heart and soul of the album pours out of Shoko Igarashi’s tenor saxophone. Remarkably expressive Shoko Igarashi’s work on the…