CHARLIE DANIELS TO BE FEATURED IN EXHIBITION AT COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will examine the life and career of 2016 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Charlie Daniels in the exhibition Charlie Daniels: Million Mile Reflections, opening Sept. 23, 2016, and running through March…
Month: July 2016
MYLKO “BLOOM”
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•This week Mexico City-based electronic duo Mylko announces their highly-antipicated debut album ‘Contrast,’ due September 30. Stream their latest single “Bloom” on SoundCloud and watch the kaleidoscopic video for the track on YouTube. This pair of high school friends began their careers as drummers but eventually turned their attention to music production. Having worked with…
PALACE NEW SINGLE “HAVE FAITH”
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•PALACE’s latest release ‘Have Faith’ is the second track to be taken from their hugely anticipated debut album ‘So Long Forever’. According to the band the song, “plays with the idea of a kind of self analysis of one’s emotional strength, but it’s also addressed to someone else. It’s that need to find a foundation…
Hot Date – ‘Three Sides To The Story’
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•Hot Date’s “Three Sides To The Story” is indie rock done right. With a sound reminiscent of much of DFA’s roster, the collection simply gleams brightly. Arrangements feel pitch perfect as they range from a slight dance rock vibe to a more classic rock approach. Throughout it all their attention to detail with their thoughtful…
LYNN DEBUT SINGLE “CAN’T LET GO”
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•17-year old pop talent LYNN. Despite her age she possesses an incredible maturity and has written and co-produced all her own materials. Lynn wrote and composed her debut single “Can’t Let Go” with producer Yoad Nevo (who has famously worked with Sia, Goldfrapp and Morcheeba, to name a few) at Nevo Sound Studios in London.
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 28, 2016
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•EROS AND THE ESCHATON PREMIERE NEW SINGLE “CRY” Eros and the Eschaton has premiered a second single, “Cry”, from their upcoming sophomore album, Weight Of Matter, via Stereogum prior to the album’s arrival August 19 on Bar/None Records, and in advance of their performance this Saturday night, July 30 at the Underground Music Showcase in…
THE RAMONA FLOWERS ANNOUNCE ALBUM DETAILS + NEW VIDEO
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•The Ramona Flowers are happy to announce their stateside live debut supporting The Heavy this fall. The UK-based, 5-piece are just off several support dates to The Stereophonics abroad as well as recent festivals, The Great Escape and Smoked and Uncut. All upcoming dates below. Part Time Spies, the band’s sophomore album is out September…
PREMIERE: AVIDYA VIDEO “ON THE BRIGHT SIDE”
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•AVIDYA is a one-of-a-kind musical act and the mastermind of one of NYC’s most compelling and intriguing artists and impresarios, Stephanie Carlin. The name AVIDYA has its roots in Buddhism, and, to put it simply, represents the ailments we have in our consciousness. This abstract definition of the word is heavily reflected in her no…
JIMMY RAE CASHING OUT WITH MICHAEL GOOD LUCK
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•Michael Good Luck – ‘Scripts and Scraps’
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•Michael Good Luck creates a careful inviting narrative on “Scripts and Scraps”. With nimble guitar work, full arrangements, and a deep layered sound the album creates a teeming ecosystem. Clever the result is something truly unique as Michael Good Luck displays remarkable talent and proves he is a truly accomplished musician taking another approach at…
BROOKE BARRY “CHANGED”
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•Brooke Barry has been captivating her audiences nearly her whole life with fantastic musical capabilities and mastery of lyricism, and today, we’re excited to bring to you her newest track, “Changed.” Sweeping symphonic melodies and acoustic guitar accessorize Barry’s spectacular vocals, creating an emotional ballad that strikes the heart. The use of a live string…
HEALTHYWAGE PAYING ‘POKEMON GO’ PLAYERS
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•In response to the Pokémon GO craze, weight-loss wagering industry pioneer HealthyWage —the world’s leading purveyor of corporate and team-based weight loss challenges and financially-induced diet contests for individuals, today announced its newest cash prize-driven fitness challenge coined “Summertime Stepping.” The program uses monetary awards to promote fitness and reward participants who take more steps…
UK’S THE BIG MOON RELEASE “SILENT MOVIE SUSIE”
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•UK’s The Big Moon have been releasing a steady stream of incredible singles since their formation as a band a little over a year ago. Their songwriting prowess led NPR’s Bob Boilen to call them one of “the most tuneful bands” at this past CMJ. The hotly tipped young Brits, have now been taking pit-stops…
BLAENAVON NEW SINGLE “LET’S PRAY”
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•Transgressive-signed teenagers Blaenavon have unveiled ‘Let’s Pray’ the second track from their much-anticipated debut album with Grammy-winning producer Jim Abbiss (Arctic Monkeys, Adele, Bombay Bicycle Club, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Bjork), alongside news of their biggest headline show to date, further festival dates, and a lengthy UK support tour. ‘Let’s Pray’ is a massive, emotive…
SHALLOW SIDE “REBEL” VIDEO
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•Alabama hard rockers Shallow Side have released the Official Video for “Rebel,” the first single off of their upcoming debut album, ONE. Shot in the bands hometown of Cullman, AL, “Rebel” was directed by Jim Foster at Red 13 Media. Rock-N-Roll has always had a place in the south. Now it has new faces. It…
CHELSEA DASH “QUICKSAND” VIDEO
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•In “Quicksand,” the album’s next single (available June 24), Dash dives into a subject many would list as one of the most dangerous relationship pitfalls one can encounter: getting stuck in emotional quicksand. When asked if this cut is a cautionary tale about the never-ending story of falling for the bad boy, without hesitation and…
HOME IMPROVEMENT SUPERHEROES
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•EsQuille featuring Bruno Alexander – “Dancing on the Sun”
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•Esquille is a multitalented musician as a DJ, songwriter, producer, remixing and engineer with 30 years in the entertainment business. Over the years he has learned the formula of creating hit music. His single, Dancing on the Sun, featuring, Bruno Alexander is his latest creation that is dancing its way through the EDM musical world.…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 27, 2016
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•Mary Zimmer Wastes No Time, Launches New Band After announcing her departure from White Empress less than two months ago, Mary Zimmer has been busy with Erik Tyler in a new band called Santa Marta and the pair have already released three songs with more to come. When asked about the new band it became…
HOW TO STAY IN STYLE WITH TRENDING JEWELRY
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•Everyone always wants to dress and look fashionable from head to toe. We all want to look in style and wear everything that is trending for the moment. But then again, everyone has a different way of bringing out their style. For others it may be through clothes, others through the shoes they wear and…
5 QUESTIONS FEATURING MELVIN FROMM JR
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•THE JEWELL THIEVES PROVE NOTHING BEATS MUSIC & FAMILY
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•So here we are at just about the end of July, it is hot out there but nothing stops the music. It is so good to see you all here today as we have The Jewell Thieves, a father and son, independent, Boston-based alternative rock band as our weekly guest. I am truly all about…
The Invisible World – ‘Color/Echo’
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•A four piece hailing from the Kansas City, Missouri area, The Invisible World are an alternative rock outfit whose second EP, Color / Echo, is certain to catapult them to a higher rung of visibility. The six songs on their latest release are strong on muscular guitar work, but they are likewise condensed musical experiences,…
Angie and the Deserters – “Country Radio”
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•Bongo Boy Records Awesome Big Hair Bands Volume One
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•With a true sense of 80s flair is Gar Francis’s indomitable work of “Cool Cool Baby”. Commanding vocals take center stage as the song’s gigantic, bombastic style works wonders. Lush riffs lead the way as the driving rhythm helps give the song a strong energetic presence. Lisa Coppola’s “Now That You’re Gone” whose soulful delivery…
BANKS & STEELZ “GIANT” VIDEO
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•A little more than a month out from the release of their collaborative project Anything But Words, Banks & Steelz -a musical collaboration between Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA and Interpol’s Paul Banks – have released the second video from the album, “Giant” directed by Wendy Morgan. Produced by John Hill and Kid Harpoon (Florence + The…
5 QUESTIONS FEATURING JOE MELILLO
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•SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 26, 2016
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•Alt-Metal Band BLACKMORE Reveals New Guitar Play-Through Video for “God Sells” Today marks the release of thrash-influenced alt-metal group BLACKMORE’s new album NEO. The primarily Armenian-American band, featuring Greek lead vocalist K’noup of global rock artists Viza, have the album available for purchase now via their website here. There, you can also purchase official BLACKMORE…
Sweet Sweet – ‘In Tandem’
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•Sweet Sweet’s “In Tandem” celebratory spirit is an absolute joy as it explores the communal sensibility that informs the best kind of folk music. Full of hope the songs recall the similar pop-folk sensibilities of Grizzly Bear and the Fleet Foxes. Melodies are downright beautiful as they incorporate strong rhythms, many layers of sound courtesy…
ADARA TEASES DEBUT EP BY RELEASING NEW SINGLE WITH ESTIVA, “OPEN EYES”
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•She’s made her mark as one of EDM’s most unique and vibrant forces and now singer-songwriter Adara is on the verge of releasing her first solo EP. But first, she gives us a taste of her upcoming music with a new single called “Open Eyes,” which was co-produced by Estiva, Shanahan and Ross Lara. “‘Open…
THIRD EYE BLIND RELEASE NEW SONG TITLED “COP VS. PHONE GIRL”
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•With summer pop playlists packed with the usual club life subject matter, Third Eye Blind today drops perhaps the most incendiary track of the season. “Cop Vs. Phone Girl” takes a mid tempo, rhythmic sing along to tap on police brutality and race that is both up nightmarish and uplifting. Written by frontman Stephan Jenkins,…
NOVAA “ROSE”
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•Novaa releases new single ‘Rose’ on July 22nd, off her upcoming Stolen Peaches EP. After her 2015 debut Hari, and recent collaborative Down Under EP with musician and producer Moglii – NOVAA announces her sophomore offering, 9-track EP Stolen Peaches. Summer 2015 saw NOVAA gathering the ideas and songs that would make up her planned…
Charles Wright – ‘Something To Make You Feel Good’
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•Half century navigating the treacherous byways and boulevards of the music world hasn’t dampened Charles Wright’s enthusiasm for performance and songwriting. Each of the dozen songs on his latest studio effort, Something to Make You Feel Good, is a fully realized anagram of his musical influences, often times equal parts R&B, funk, blues, soul, and…
TIPS TO MAKE MONEY: ONLINE CASINOS
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•Here are some essential tips that you have to apply to win money playing online casinos. Take welcome bonuses: There are many types of casino games: trapagerras, Arcade games, blackjack, roulette, video poker … The bonuses offered by most online casinos serve to try the games and can DETERMINE the ones you like best and…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 25, 2016
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•SONIC WOLVES: ‘Before The End Comes’ From Psychedelic Rock Conjurors Streaming At Revolver Tomorrow Taxi Driver Records will drop the smoky, psychedelic rock rumblings of Before The End Comes, the new full-length from Italy’s SONIC WOLVES. Uniting current and past members of Ufomammut, The Hounds Of Hasselvander, Pentagram, and Rogue State, the record was tracked…
SD3 LIFTS THE WORLD OUT OF HEARTBREAK WITH DEBUT SINGLE “ALL THAT I WANT”
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•For a good time, just press “play.” SD3, the Los Angeles based synth-pop group, wants you to dance all night, drive faster while you sing along and, most importantly, have fun. And their music demands the same results. SD3’s much-anticipated new single “All That I Want” is available now on all digital outlets. With its…
EMMI PREMIERES NEW VIDEO FOR ‘YOU SAID YOU LOVED ME’
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•London-by-way-of-Perth singer/songwriter Emmi today returns with brand new video for current single ‘You Said You Loved Me’, ramping up her remarkable trajectory to the upper echelons of pop. The video is a striking, bold visual that sees exuberant choreography matched with unflinching close ups, echoing the raw emotion of the track. With each dancer personally…
HEAR EILEEN CAREY’S FEEL-GOOD “IN THE AIR”
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•Proving that love is more inspiring than hate, award-winning country star Eileen Carey has countered recent terrorist attacks, racial violence, and global turmoil with “In the Air,” her feel-good ode to the City of Love, Paris, France. Credited by music blog Country Music, ATK with “blending pop, country, and rock in a way that feels…
THE PINEAPPLE THIEF LAUNCHES “IN EXILE” MUSIC VIDEO
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•The Pineapple Thief has launched a music video for the track “In Exile,” taken from the group’s upcoming 11th studio album, Your Wilderness, out August 12 (August 19 in France) on Kscope. Frontman Bruce Soord comments: “‘In Exile’ is the first track on our new album and I think it sets the tone perfectly. To…
HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT HONEYMOON DESTINATION
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•As you are going about planning for your wedding, the day itself is not the only thing you are preparing for, it is common that you also take into consideration the honeymoon during the general planning. The honeymoon is a very significant period, since it will be the first time you will be together as…