DAVIDO RELEASES NEW VIDEO FOR “GBAGBE OSHI” Born in Atlanta, Georgia and raised in Nigeria, 23-year-old Davido (real name David Adedeji Adeleke) has always infused his Nigerian roots into his music and has been a major force in helping to cross over Afrobeats music globally. The singer/songwriter/producer chose to chase his music dreams after giving…
Month: October 2016
INDOSURF – ‘The Heart and Soul – I’ll Never See You Again (EP)’
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On “The Heart and Soul – I’ll Never See You Again (EP)” INDOSURF effortlessly blend together punk, alternative rock, and reggae into a seamless whole. Featuring a summery vibe to the sound INDOSURF’s laid back approach works wonders for them. Every song has its own specific style to it as they let a narrative form…
AMBITION “TAKE US DOWN” VIDEO
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To have Ambition is to have a strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work. That’s what this artist is all about, and how he earned the name “Ambition”. Early in his career, his drive and determination landed him a deal with Blue Star Records/Atlantic Records as the lead…
MUSIC CAN BE A MAJOR KEY TO THERAPEUTIC HEALING
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Music plays a significant role in nearly everyone’s life, but for some people it represents much more than an invitation to dance or a soundtrack for the morning commute. Researchers have found that music therapy provides a diversion from negative feelings and helps manage the pain of not only adults, but of children with developmental,…
Hannah Telle – “Hollow Glow”
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Hannah Telle taps into the loveliness of late 60s and early 70s AM pop exuberance with “Hollow Glow”. With a laid temperament akin to a mix of Jessica Pratt and Mac DeMarco’s work, the songs unfurl with a sense of true style. Vocals are positioned front and center over the course of her mellowed sounds.…
AMBER COFFMAN RELEASES NEW VIDEO FOR DEBUT SINGLE “ALL TO MYSELF”
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Acclaimed Dirty Projectors’ guitarist/vocalist Amber Coffman unveils her new video today for “All To Myself.” The song is the first offering from her forthcoming Columbia Records debut solo album, City Of No Reply. The video, elegantly directed by Amber and shot by Jake Magee, thrums like a revelatory postcard from the soul, depicting Amber on…
Jack Mosbacher Band – ‘Sunny Songs for Shady People’
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Jack Mosbacher Band’s “Sunny Songs for Shady People” presents a joyful, exuberant take on the best of pop. With the songs presenting a celebration of sorts, the entire album feels akin to a mere snapshot of a moment in a person’s life. From the relationships, the ups, the downs, the way the Jack Mosbacher Band…
MOTSA “COLOURS”
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Following his last two EP releases on Southern Fried Records, half-Austrian/half-Russian artist producer MOTSA (real name Valerio Dittrich) has announced his forthcoming fourth EP ‘Petricolour’, due out 4th November on his own label imprint. In tandem with the announcement, MOTSA is previewing his first taster of the EP; the melodic and beautifully textured ‘Colours’, featuring…
THE ROLE OF A PROSECUTOR IN DUI CASE
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Prosecution implies the role and significance of government in the entire criminal justice system. When there is a suspected criminal activity, it is very much government’s prerogative to arrest, investigate, charge or even bring the suspected offender to trial. Prosecutors are actually qualified lawyers working for the government and who are actually supposed to develop…
SKOPE NEWS FOR OCTOBER 6, 2016
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Mija shares new mixtape ahead of FK A Genre Tour Mija has shared a new FK A Genre mixtape with musical selections from all thirty plus participants of her upcoming fall tour, ranging from Chromeo to Boogie to Kill The Noise. Beginning as a pure DJ, the FK A Genre name was first used as…
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT NEW RULES OF PAYDAY LOANS
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A payday loan also termed as cash advances is relatively small sum lent at a high-interest rate which is expected to be paid on receiving the next wages. Payday and similar loans lead the borrowers to get trapped in their debt. The payday is taken by the person when there is a shortage in cash…
PREZIDENTS X JOLAN “KEEP IT ON TIME”
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London-based production trio preZidents have collaborated with up and coming UK vocalist, Jolan on their new single Keep It On Time, forthcoming 30th September via BOS Artists. A feel good anthem to see out the summer, ‘Keep It On Time’ is a strong display of preZidents’ producing capabilities. Armed with a pumping house-style beat and…
MACY MEDFORD “I’M DONE” VIDEO
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Singer, songwriter, actress, model, Macy Medford was born and raised in Katy, Texas. She has been making music her whole life – officially starting in the industry at the age of 12. Now 19 years old and living in Nashville, TN, Macy is attending Belmont University’s highly selective Musical Theater program. Her debut on a…
Rev Peter Unger – ‘Fall Away’
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Rev Peter Unger delivers a beautiful rumination on how the problems of the world can drag a person down with “Fall Away”. Opting for a 70s singer-songwriter stripped down approach the piece is perfectly balanced. Production glistens as the inclusion of the electric guitar within the mix results in helping to further emphasize the tender…
VINA MILLS “RUN”
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Electric Soul Entertainer, Vina Mills, delivers a soul waking vocal performance in the visual depiction of “RUN”, an emotional story of triumph told through the eyes of slaves. In order for black lives to matter, black history has to matter a truth that needs to be accepted to understand the uproars of this generation and…
ANOUSHEH “BONES” SINGLE
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Electro-Pop artist ANOUSHEH has just launched her latest, buzz-worthy single, “Bones.” ANOUSHEH’s fresh style combines Pop sensibilities that offers a unique, and slightly nostalgic sound for your ears. The songstress has been garnering the praise of fans and critics alike who can’t get enough of her hypnotic vocals and captivating instrumentation. Anousheh is known for…
SKOPE NEWS FOR OCTOBER 5, 2016
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True Moon releases ‘Voodoo’ video Swedish Dark Wave band True Moon is releasing a video for their debut single “Voodoo”. The minimalistic band is fronted by Karolina Engdahl who´s strong voice both empowers and stand out in a dark and raw musical landscape. The lyrics grasp hold of the listener as Karolina is both self-disclosure…
THE TRUMPETTS ARE ON THE “TRUMP TRAIN” NOMATTER WHAT YOU THINK
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Okay here we are on October 5th and it is so good to be here with you all. Here in the US we are in the midst of a fierce election season and my guests today The TRUMPetts have no problem letting people know who they support. Before we get to that lets get to…
MUSIC VENUE MAINTENANCE IDEA FOR OWNERS
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It is all too common for music patrons to attend a concert at a venue that looks just crummy. And maybe that’s your thing: the dive bar with graffiti on the walls, half broken lights, and a girl’s bathroom with all the doors broken off the stalls. However, if you’re not trying to attract this…
FORTH WANDERERS “SLOP”
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Having climbed the Hype Machine charts – picking up support from BBC Radio 1, The FADER, Stereogum, i-D and Pitchfork in the process – with “Slop” this summer, Forth Wanderers are hitting back today with the latest track to be taken from their upcoming Slop EP, the bittersweet “Know Better”. Forth Wanderers are five friends…
Fire to the Stars – ‘Stay Down’
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Fire to the Stars delve into the deeply emotional with the moving “Stay Down”. A sense of melancholy defines the piece as it unfurls slowly but surely. Reminiscent of Low’s early works which focused on mood more than speed, this is a song that truly ensures that every aspect of the sound is perfected. Effortlessly…
POLITICS OF PERSONAL BRANDING VIA TRUMP & CLINTON
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Despite having the two highest unfavorable ratings of any major presidential candidates in history, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have outlasted their competitors—and one of them is going to become the leader of the free world. What does success in the face of such highly unfavorable ratings teach us about personal branding? And what can…
SKOPE NEWS FOR OCTOBER 4, 2016
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Dead Horse Trauma Release “Left Unsaid” Des Moines, Iowa Metal band Dead Horse Trauma released the official music/lyric video for their single “Left Unsaid” from the upcoming album Life on their Facebook page. POST MODERN SONGWRITER JAMES WOLFGLEN STREAMS ‘BOMBAY SAPPHIRE’ EP Portland, OR’s poetic songwriter James Wolfglen is pleased to release his sophomore effort…
ESH “FALL” VIDEO
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ESH – Sarai Givaty graced the small screen in “NCIS” and the big screen in “The Expendables 3.” But the Israeli model/actress also has another career path she’s starting to pursue: music. “We all fall at some point,” Esh told The Huffington Post about the track. “Luckily, most times we have people around who love…
Paul Graves – ‘Falling Snowflakes’
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Marrying elements of classical, raga, and the blues into a satisfying whole, “Falling Snowflakes” is a tender piece that shows off the undeniable skill of Paul Graves. Paul Graves uses a loose yet nimble approach to his guitar work, which at times recalls the American Primitive Guitar work of John Fahey. By opting for such…
JIMMY RAE ONE ON ONE WITH ‘HER REDDNESS’ TONI REDD
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Enter into the jazzy and soulful world of ‘Her Reddness’ where everything is fine as wine. Toni Redd hails from ATL where her southern roots play a big part in her music. Redd has such a classy, elegant tone to her voice where it will be sure to captivate listeners everywhere! J Rae: Your single…
STILLEHAVET “GOLA MALIMBE”
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Stillehavet is a newly formed band consisting of Marit Elisabeth Svendsbøe and Gaute Stedje. They live in Bergen, Norway. Both members were previously part of a band called Funin (Marit Elisabeth was a co-founder) that released the record ‘Unsound’ on Karisma Records in 2010. Songs from this record have been played on radio channels in…
The Pop Group – ‘Honeymoon on Mars’
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Like any band who have been labelled pioneers of their genre, The Pop Group are an acquired taste to those outside their own fan base. Though they are largely responsible for transitioning punk to post-punk, the ironically named band struggle with their own defined persona. This is obvious on new album Honeymoon on Mars, Their…
SKOPE NEWS FOR OCTOBER 3, 2016
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Henry Jamison reveals a third track ‘Dallas Love Field’ Assuming that a pedigree in such things has any relevance at all, which is certainly unclear, Henry Jamison was perhaps predisposed to songwriting. His great-great-great-great-great-great-great (etc.) grandfather was the 14th century poet John Gower (friend to Chaucer and Richard II) and his great-great-great-great grandfather was George…
Young Beard – ‘The Big September’
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Effortlessly blending elements of punk and folk into a satisfying whole, Young Beard’s “The Big September” is an absolute delight. Recalling Modest Mouse’s early work, the sound has a raw immediate impact to it. The way the pieces build up feels quite naturalistic. Lyrics have a poetic raw quality to them, as if Young Beard…
Water Street – ‘Waiting for Martin’
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New Jersey based Water Street formed the way all great bands do – organically. The band’s story began in 2011 with vocalist/guitarist Dave Paulson performing solo. Claire McNulty soon joined him as a second vocalist, guitarist, and pianist. They soon adopted the rather natural moniker of “Dave & Claire” and giggled as much as possible.…
