THE LUMINEERS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM & “OPHELIA” The Lumineers announced today the release of their second album Cleopatra via Dualtone, an Entertainment One company, on April 8th. In addition the Lumineers have announced the first leg of their World tour commencing April 14th in the UK. The band also shares their first single “Ophelia” which…
Month: February 2016
KEIANDRA SINGLE “ICING SUGAR”
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Emerging singer-songwriter Keiandra has announced the forthcoming release of her second single Icing Sugar. The track, the second to be taken from her debut EP Empty Palaces due for release in March, showcases the 18-year-old’s experimental sound with her distant, lustful tones encapsulating the songstress’ undoubted ability. Following on from the success of her debut…
FEMME ALBUM RELEASE + “LIGHT ME UP”
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After two years of delivering self-written, self-produced knockout pop gems to an ever-growing army of bullet girls and fever boys, FEMME has confirmed she will be releasing her long-awaited debut album “Debutante” on April 15th. Led by her glistening new single “Light Me Up,” this kaleidoscopic collection takes a journey through high pedigree, female-powered pop…
WATER MAFIA: NEW AUTHENTIC HIP-HOP
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Any hip-hop group needs to define itself whether it be culturally, via fashion trends and styles, to eye catching graphics and naturally its nucleus which is the lyrical content and flow riding the music. Water Mafia isn’t just another rap group but more like a movement. They follow the trail of such legendary groups as…
THREE CONCERTS IN FRANKFURT IN 2016 WHICH SHOULD NOT BE MISSED
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Frankfurt a. M. in Germany has always been home to a cool, creative and colourful music scene – in spite (or maybe because?) of the humongous amount of banks and businesses. Thus, it comes as no surprise that “Mainhattan” is host to many great concerts. In 2016, FFM will be visited by amazing Hip-Hop and…
Oakes and Smith – “Between the Earth and Sky” EP
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Art Folk. I like that term. I like how it fits the music of Oakes & Smith…from what I can hear in their new EP, they’re deserving of such an apt-title for the songs they’re writing. The pictures online make it seem like Robert Oakes and Katherine Smith are closer-than-close…but any romantic-link would only be…
DEBUT VIDEO FROM THE TRUEBELLES
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The Truebelles are ready to shake up the pop scene with plenty of soulful energy while aspiring to remodel the traditional image of femininity in today’s world of media and music. After having been able to gain experience singing with Stevie Wonder’s musical director and bass player, Nate Watts, and doing backing vocals for Coree…
TIPS FOR BUYING A BAR STOOL
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A bar stool is a stylish and functional addition that you can place in rooms such as the kitchen. It provides hassle-free seating that is easy to set up. It has evolved from simple wooden structures into a variety of stylish and fun designs to cater for different preferences. Stool Height Stools are available in…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 4, 2016
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AUTOEROTIQUE NEW SINGLE PREVIEW On the heels of this exciting nomination, Autoerotique is thrilled to announce the first single from his forthcoming Kids Don’t Care EP, “AUH”. Dropping Feb 12th, 2016, the bass-house heater contains a flurry of military percussion and rising synths, with titular vocals from Leah Culver. Doubling as A&R for DIM MAK,…
BEARMOUTH ‘BILL MURRAY’ EP STREAM
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Wilmington Delaware’s fuzzy-rock trio Bearmouth have emerged from their shelters within “Murdertown” and have jumped into the eardrums of audiences around the world. Bearmouth has unveiled a brand new three-track EP on their Soundcloud and Bandcamp pages. The Bill Murray EP features fuzzy-distortion from the likes of such renowned artists The Pixies as well as…
WILLIAM BARRY “LEAVE TONIGHT”
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If you haven’t already heard this, you need to check out the new release of ‘Leave Tonight’ by William Barry on his first official album, ‘Undiscovered’. The song is catchy, current, and has mainstream radio written all over it. Touring with local cover bands in Philadelphia, he’s been working towards catching a break with his…
ANNABEL JONES “IOU”
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Newly signed Atlantic Records/Cooked Paintings recording artist Annabel Jones just debuted her new single “IOU” on Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 radio show. Once upon a time, pop stars tore up pictures of the pope and cursed out the Queen on television. Most days, that era seems long dead. We live in a landscape where being…
Airy Jeanine – “Do You”
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Airy Jeanine’s “Do You” is a perfect pop song dedicated to unrequited love. Backed by crisp percussion the song positively bounces. The infectious groove is made just right, not too fast or slow, “Do You” glides by ever so gently. Neon-hued synthesizers help to lead the song forward. Lyrically the song reflects upon the infinite…
Chris Lind – Drive
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Chris Lind has become a driving force in the New York City music scene. “A dazzling singer-songwriter a la Jeff Buckley and Nick Drake…” – Chronogram Magazine. He’s developed a unique and personal sound, defined by soaring vocals and hauntingly beautiful melodies. Beyond a solid background in rock and jazz, Chris spent a year studying…
The Wild Waiting – Stay Gold
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Boston-based alternative pop band The Wild Waiting has released a debut EP, Stay Gold, capable of reminding you there are only a few new things under the sun. The collection is a pleasing and seamless synthesis of alternative rock sensibilities stretched to their snapping point by elongated melody and lush quasi-orchestral textures. They maintain impressive…
LELE ROSE “VIVACIOUS” LYRIC VIDEO & ON I-TUNES
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Meet international pop soul artist – Lele Rose. The Washington DC born singer, songwriter and pianist is best known for her deep smoky vocals and her superior classical piano chops. With a powerful bluesy voice, Lele has been compared to the gusty sound of Fiona Apple, the braveness and grunge of Adele, the clear pure…
BEST BREAK-OUT BOARDERS OF 2015
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Each year is an exciting time for the skateboarding industry with new skills, techniques, and tricks always being introduced. In 2015, there were several faces that began to emerge and are now some of the best break-out boarders of the year. Here are a few important names to learn for rising skateboarders who are just…
Johnny Goldstein – ‘An Elegy for the Lost City’
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An Elegy for the Lost City by Johnny Goldstein is an ebook that uniquely doubles as a soundtrack. It marks a milestone that is the 10th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina by sharing the deep-rooted traditions and lifestyle of Louisiana through five families beginning in 1707 to present day. Goldstein is an award-winning composer, songwriter, guitarist,…
OLIVIA CIPRIANI “LIMITLESS”
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Released at end of February, ‘Limitless’ is the first single from Scottish/Italian songstress Olivia Cipriani. Olivia is a 21 year old singer/songwriter of Scottish and Italian descent but based permanently in London. Olivia wrote her first EP last year, and it reflects and narrates various moments in her life since venturing out and moving to…
ALLIE X GIVES NEW TRACK “OLD HABITS DIE HARD” AWAY TO FANS
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Since Allie X appeared online in 2014, the Toronto-born, LA-based artist’s radio-ready electronic pop and bold visual style have caused waves internationally. 2015 saw Allie X’s first UK releases, ‘Catch’ (“soaring” – Gorilla Vs. Bear, “it shines with a level of polish and craft that’s remarkable” – Time Magazine) and ‘CollXtion I’ both receiving glowing…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 3, 2016
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HASTER “THE UNSCENE” “The Current Sea”, the brand new album of “Best Metal/Hard Rock Metal” winners at the 2013 Artist In Music Awards, HASTER, is out now via Musicarchy Media. The release comes after a successful Kickstarter campaign in which Haster reached 70% of their target after 24 hours only and a series of US…
MANDY JIROUX AND REEZ “FADE AWAY”
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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…
MILA FALLS “CAN’T LET YOU GO” VIDEO
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With tour slots supporting Rudimental, Tinie Tempah and Ella Henderson plus extensive radio play on Radio 1, Kiss FM and Capital in her arsenal, 2016 is shaping up to be the year Mila Falls takes centre stage with her most personal and revealing works to date. Eternally creative and keen to showcase her new sound…
Pat Baer – ‘Make the Best of It’
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I had the chance to interview Pat Baer back in August, (http://skopemag.com/2015/08/07/moving-two-steps-forward-into-the-right-direction-with-pat-baer), and I knew then that she was an upbeat, positive person. And that is exactly what you are getting on her new album ‘Make the Best of It’. The record features 11 tracks where “Make the Best of it” & “Turn It Around”…
Mr. Ray – ‘No Room For Bullies’
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Ray Andersen, better known as Mr. Ray, is an accomplished musician who has had much success in the area of Children’s music for the last 20 years. Mr. Ray was 2013 & 2014 Top 10 Best-Selling Kids’ Artist according to Billboard Magazine and should be this year too with ‘No Room For Bullies’. This new…
HOW TO INCREASE RESPECT IN THE RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR PARTNER
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A relationship can survive for a long time when it earns respect. Respecting your partner is something you need to practice. However, the daily workloads and other official commitments do not allow a person to empathize the feelings of his or her partner. If you are the one desperately seeking help, then go through the…
Dom Mar Kz – “When It’s Tough To Be You”
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With strong passionate vocals embodying a sense of hope, Dom Mar Kz’s “When It’s Tough To Be You” is a warm comforting song. Lyrically the song emphasizes the sense of togetherness. A narrative forms that explains exactly the same of loneliness that can seem to overwhelm a person. The story told throughout the song is…
PJ HARVEY “THE WHEEL” VIDEO
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PJ Harvey releases the video for “The Wheel,” the first track to be taken from her forthcoming album The Hope Six Demolition Project, to be released on April 15th through Vagrant Records. Her last body of musical work was 2011’s Let England Shake. PJ Harvey and her band will be perform at these festivals across…
BIRDY HAS REVEALED THE BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR “KEEPING YOUR HEAD UP”
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UK singer/songwriter Birdy has revealed the fantastical video for new single “Keeping Your Head Up”. The enchanting video sees Birdy moving through a mysterious and dreamlike world full of interesting and unusual characters. The new album Beautiful Lies, written by Birdy, will be released on March 25th. Birdy co-produced 6 of the 14 tracks on…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 1, 2016
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FRIEDEMANN LP STREAM Helping broaden the audience for the works of FRIEDEMANN, US-based Scene Point Blank has chosen the infectious Wer Hören Will Muss Schweigen as its featured album for all of February, streaming the entire album now as the record sees release Friday, January 29th. http://www.scenepointblank.com/news/records/2016/01/28/spb-exclusive-friedemanns-wer-horen-will-muss-schweigen/ FOXES RELEASES TODAY NEW SINGLE “WICKED LOVE” The…
Dr Compressor – “Doctor’s Orders”
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Dr Compressor creates dark downtempo on the shadowy “Doctor’s Orders”. Spacious with its elaborate sound Dr Compressor weaves in a wide variety of samples throughout the collection. Lush grooves dominate the collection. Bass lines are incredible throughout the entirety of the collection. Engrossing in their intricate detail Dr Compressor at times feels reminiscent of Nightmares…
HOW TO INSTALL SOLAR POWER SYSTEMS AFFORDABLY
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Solar power is an attractive solution, especially because it helps save costs. While advances in modern technology have seen the initial cost of obtaining a system go down drastically, it may still be a dream for you. Fortunately, you do not have to save for the rest of your life just to get renewable energy…
PLAYING ONLINE WITH THE RIGHT MUSIC TODAY
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Many people will enjoy doing almost anything to music. Doing almost anything to music is easier than ever before in the modern world today. Gaining access to the right music used to be a lot harder than it is today, since people had to rely on the radio if they wanted any kind of indoor…
