SKOPE NEWS WEEKEND EDITION FOR SEPTEMBER 16 – 17, 2017

U2’s concert in St. Louis Scheduled for September 16, 2017 Has Been Cancelled

Live Nation and U2 regrettably announce their St. Louis show scheduled for tonight, September 16, 2017 has been cancelled.

“We have been informed by the St. Louis Police Department that they are not in a position to provide the standard protection for our audience as would be expected for an event of this size. We have also been informed that local crowd security personnel would not be at full capacity.

In light of this information, we cannot in good conscience risk our fans’ safety by proceeding with tonight’s concert. As much as we regret having to cancel, we feel it is the only acceptable course of action in the current environment.” – Live Nation and U2

Fans who purchased tickets online will receive a refund on the credit card tickets were ordered on. Refunds for non-internet purchases will be available starting Monday at 10am at point of purchase.

Jordan Klassen Announces New Studio Album

Jordan Klassen is thrilled to announce his new studio album, Big Intruder, to be released world-wide on September 22nd via Nevado Music. Today, Jordan Klassen has unveiled his new single, “Dominika.”

Klassen says, “’Dominika’ was a bit of an experiment for me – I wanted to write something that has some interesting musical turns but makes them in a subtle and often unnoticeable way, like the classic singer-songwriters used to do. The narrative of the song is about watching friends suffer romantically at the hand of noncommittal people.”

Shout Out Louds share new video for “Porcelain” from Ease My Mind

Today, Shout Out Louds share the poignant new video for “Porcelain.” (TW: Video contains a scene of sexual assault.) Directed by Nim Sundström and set in Japan, it depicts the close friendship between three adolescent girls, and how crucial their bond proves to be when one of them is faced with an extremely ugly situation. Sundström writes, “It’s not easy being different when you’re young. It’s especially not easy being a young girl who’s different. So I at least wanted these girls to have each other.”

YVNG SWAG releases new single “Hit My Phone”

One of Complex’s “Bout to Blow” artist, millennial rapper and social influencer YVNG SWAG has dropped his new single “Hit My Phone” (Produced by KingWill Music). The catchy and melodic new track follows Swag’s acclaimed debut single “Fall In Luv,” which has garnered more than 10 million streams to date.

Five of the Eyes drop in-studio video of “Wasteland”

Five of the Eyes are the musical equivalent of the giant boulder that seeks to flatten Indiana Jones in Raiders of The Lost Ark; heavy, relentless, powerful, and virtually unstoppable. Their energetic songs rush forward like a runaway train leaving unprepared listeners dizzy and in the dust. As a band, they embrace many genre’s and influences and even though they toe the prog-rock line, their music tends to appeal to basically anyone who simply appreciates amazing vocals, stunning musicianship and expertly crafted songs. In the band’s latest video for their song “Wasteland” which premiered earlier this week via Pure Grain Audio we receive all of the above.

LECRAE SHARES NEW TRACK “BROKE”

“It’s a journey through chaos and hope and brokenness and blessing,” says Lecrae. “When you’re in the middle of the chaos, you can come to realize that it is shaping you, creating endurance. It’s knowing that the struggle can bring about a richness in character beyond all wealth. Part of the DNA of this album is the realization that all things do work together to make you into the person that you need to be.”

Mija drops new Heelys shoe collab

Mija has teamed up with early 2000s cult footwear brand, Heelys, for a limited edition shoe collab, available now via her Made By Mija store. The collab was fully designed by Mija as a hybrid style of old school hi-top skate shoes and early 2000s underground rave culture. She cites her early high school years of throwing and attending underground raves in Phoenix, AZ as the primary influence for this design.

Following an organic exchange on Twitter between Heelys & Mija in October of 2016, Mija offered to design a new run of shoes at no design cost to the company. After a year of tweaks and fabrication, the shoes are now available to the public. Mija launched her own DIY and self-designed clothing company, Made By Mija, in September of 2016, releasing original designs and cut & sew patterns. This footwear collab marks her first foray into footwear.

Scenic Route To Alaska’s new single “Slow Down”

Scenic Route To Alaska have been a band since they were teenagers and strive to make pop music with ample doses of both substance and accessibility. ‘Slow Down’ continues down this path.

B R I Q U E V I L L E: Disturbing New Video

On September 29th, the mysterious collective known as B R I Q U E V I L L E will unleash their stunning, three-track II full-length. In advance of its release, No Clean Singing is currently hosting the alarming visual accompaniment to “Akte VI.”

ALAN WALKER RELEASES NEW SINGLE “THE SPECTRE” TODAY

Today, Norwegian producer Alan Walker releases his brand new single “The Spectre” via Sony Music Sweden/RCA Records. The track is available now at all digital retail providers.

ÁSGEIR SHARES “I KNOW YOU KNOW” MUSIC VIDEO

“Ásgeir’s vibrant song ‘I Know You Know’ resonates with a natural, warm energy that embraces our relationship with the world, as well as our relationships with each other,” says Atwood Magazine. “Beautiful, delicate and moving, it is a powerful reminder that we are not alone, nor will we ever be.”

Jesse Terry Releases New Album ‘Stargazer” Today

“I’m immensely proud of this music and so grateful to all of the fine folks who worked on the record,” stated Terry. “I want to send lots of love and thanks to all of the people that supported me and helped make it happen. I’m stoked to be out on tour, playing these new songs.”

MUNA RELEASE NEW SONG “IN MY WAY” ALONG WITH SELF-MADE VIDEO

Today, Los Angeles-based trio MUNA release “In My Way” along with an accompanying self-made video by the band, which premiered on Noisey (Click HERE). “In My Way” is available now at all digital retail providers via RCA Records.

LIL YACHTY UNVEILS MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BETTER (FEAT. STEFFLON DON)” TODAY

Today, GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-platinum artist, fashion disruptor, and “King of the Youth” Lil Yachty shares the music video for his Teenage Emotions track “Better (feat. Stefflon Don),” Directed by Pensacola, the video finds Yachty making the best of a bad situation after finding himself stranded on an island.

UNSANE: Revolver Magazine Premieres “The Grind”

As Sterilize, the eighth album by NYC noise rock trio UNSANE, bulldozes towards release at the end of the month, newly-relaunched Revolver Magazine has just debuted a new single from the album, with “The Grind.”

Steve Aoki and Bad Royale Release “$4,000,000” Video

Steve Aoki and Bad Royale’s music video for “$4,000,000” featuring Ma$e and Big Gigantic is the fourth video installment released from Aoki’s chart-topping album KOLONY, following visuals for “Lit,” “Without U” and “Night Call.” KOLONY debuted at #1 Album on the iTunes US Electronic Chart at its release. Each video release off the project takes place in a different room of the Dim Mak Manor that corresponds to the vibe and feeling of that particular song.

BANNERS releases “Firefly” today

Prolific Liverpool UK native BANNERS, whose career-propelling “Start A Riot” has generated over 80 million Global Spotify streams, releases his brand-new track “Firefly,” today. Listen to “Firefly” HERE @skopemag.

“Firefly is about meeting someone who makes you feel brand new, like you can be anything. The feeling that any distance between you is too far and that nothing and nobody else in the world really matters.”

PRINCE CHARLEZ SONGWRITER BEHIND RIHANNA, MARY J. BLIGE, & BEYONCE SHARES NEW SINGLE

Compton native and sought-after songwriter, Prince Charlez has released his new single “Can I” today. “Can I” Explains the feeling of raw love and realness. Cutting to the chase with the one you love and adore at the moment. Willingness to become what the love interest desires (trait wise) and limitless ability to please them. The new track is from Prince Charlez’s upcoming EP, Evolution which was executive produced by XO Record’s Danny Boy Styles and will be out on October 13th on Republic Records.

SIA RELEASES “RAINBOW” TODAY

Sia today releases a new track for “Rainbow” sung by the character Songbird Serenade from the forthcoming original motion picture soundtrack for Lionsgate’s My Little Pony: The Movie. The soundtrack will be released on September 22nd via Hasbro, Inc./RCA Records and is available for pre-order today. Fans who pre-order the album, will receive “Rainbow” instantly.

The Bronx Release New Video “Two Birds”

The Bronx, a Los Angeles-based genre-bending punk band, are premiering the video for the single “Two Birds” off their forthcoming album V, which will be released on September 22nd though ATO Records.

SCOUR: Decibel Premieres Brand New Track

“The track shows Phil’s versatility, and perhaps some of his best screams in years; a total rip fest.” — John Jarvis, SCOUR

Track Premiere: Scour – ‘Red’

JEVON DOE REVEALS NEW VIDEO FOR “ALL I EVER WANTED” FEATURING FRE$H

Houston-born rapper Jevon Doe has returned with a new video for his latest single “All I Ever Wanted” featuring Fre$h. Watch as Jevon takes a scenic cruise through the streets of Los Angeles. This the second video from his latest project “My Life Changed Pt. 1” currently available here.

MONARCH stream new album “Never Forever” via Noisey

The long-awaited eighth album from France’s drone doom veterans MONARCH is being premiered in it entirety today via Noisey. “Never Forever” lands this September 22nd through Profound Lore Records.

GRACE MITCHELL RELEASES NEW TRACK “FRENCH BECKY” TODAY

Continuing her reign as the genre bending queen Grace Mitchell has released her latest killer track “French Becky” today via Republic Records.

BIONATOPS: Toilet Ov Hell Debuts New Track

Toilet Ov Hell is now hosting a premiere of “The Great Pancake Massacre Of 1957,” the latest burst of auditory madness from BIONATOPS and the outfit’s curious Voices debut.

Rock/Metal Group WEAPONS OF ANEW Release “The Collision of Love and Hate”

WEAPONS OF ANEW – the dynamic new band featuring Freddy Ordine (Axiom, HavocHate), Ray West (Spread Eagle), Stefan “Reno” Cutrupi, Chris Manfre, and Kris Norris (Darkest Hour, Vimic) – have released their brand new debut record today, The Collision of Love and Hate, on OK Good Records. In support of the album’s release, the quintet will hit the road with legendary metal group Tesla from September 19 through October 5. See below for all tour dates.

New Music Video Submission: Yung Outlandish – The Race (Remix)

DMV artist, Yung Outlandish releases the music video to his remix of “The Race” by Tay-K where he is seen rapping his verses in a Mercedes C63 and getting lit with his friends. As the song goes through his verses he shouts out “hold up by the way free that boy Tay-K” as the video shots go back and forth from the house party to the rooftop shots in the C63. The music video is directed by Olivia Moseley.

Seattle Hip Hop Artist Langston Doobs Shares “Hiii-er”

Today, Seattle-based rapper Langston Doobs shares his new single “Hiii-er.” Doobs creates lush, soulful hip-hop in the vein of GoldLink or Anderson .Paak.

Gestures & Sounds Release Debut Full-Length, ‘Bill Nye Thinks We’re a Band’

Gestures & Sounds is a one-stop shop for a great time. Their compositions utilize authenticity and real feelings. Mostly because they don’t know how to be any other way.

JUKE ROSS SHARES “COLOUR ME” ACOUSTIC VIA BILLBOARD

Today, Guyanese singer/songwriter JUKE ROSS shares an acoustic performance of his debut single “Colour Me” on Billboard.com.

Nick Fradiani Premieres Video “I’ll Wait For You”

The video has a very patriotic feel, following the bond between a deported military man and his dog at home. Accompanied by folk-style strings and accents of harmonica, are sincerely heartfelt lyrics that remind listeners of why they fell in love with Fradiani in the first place, and shed light on a turned page for him as an independent artist. It’s an organic and timeless, feel-good song. It’s a song Fradiani says is meant to be heard “with your windows down.”

PUNKY MEADOWS Releases New Video and Single Featuring Frank Dimino and Felix Robinson of ANGEL

Punky Meadows is from one of the most striking Hard Rock band of the 70’s, ANGEL, and on September 18th, Punky Meadows will release the new single, “LOST AND LONELY.”

HAIM Sell Out Greek Theatre

After going on sale to the public this morning, HAIM quickly sold out their first headlining show at the iconic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. The GRAMMY-nominated band will play for their hometown on Thursday, October 19th. Renowned for their energetic and exciting live performances, the monumental show at the Greek Theatre follows a string of sold out shows and festivals this month in cities like Oakland and Denver plus international performances earlier this summer at the renowned Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds Festivals.

NY DANCEHALL STAR KRANIUM SHARES NEW VIDEO

Kranium has been at the forefront of the recent resurgence of Jamaican influence over American pop music with his signature blend of dancehall and R&B, a blend that comes naturally to the Jamaican-born but US-based artist. From collaborations with artists like Ty Dolla $ign, Major Lazer, and Tory Lanez to being tapped by Ed Sheeran for his “Shape of You” remix to having Drake cover his music on stage, Kranium has become the centerpiece of this cultural exchange. More recently, Kranium released a seductive wine song titled “Meet & Beat” that is a lighthearted and playful ode to the post-show meet and greet experience.

NOAH KAHAN SHARES “HURT SOMEBODY” PRODUCED BY JOEL LITTLE

Noah Kahan has just released his new single “Hurt Somebody” a track that Noah explains is about the paralyzing fear of not being able to cut loose ends – and how ending things can be painful. “Hurt Somebody” illuminates the inner dialogue of trying to stomach the weight of that decision. Listen now via the link below and look out for “Hurt Somebody” in Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist.

The Karpinka Brothers Release Fifth Full-Length Album ‘Talk is Cheap’

Today, September 15th, 2017, Canadian Folk duo, The Karpinka Brothers are excited to share their fifth studio album, Talk Is Cheap.

Foo Fighters Release New Album ‘Concrete and Gold’!

2017’s most massive and ambitious rock n roll opus has arrived: September 15 is here and so is Foo Fighters’ all new ninth studio album Concrete and Gold.

CROSSS Debuts Video For “Descent”

Treble is hosting a new video by CROSSS, created by the band for “Descent,” the closing track their upcoming split LP with SNAKES, the latter of which was founded by Brett Netson (Built To Spill, Caustic Resin, Earth), who supplies guitar to “Descent” as well.

GALANTIS’ HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM THE AVIARY OUT NOW ON BIG BEAT RECORDS

To celebrate release week, Galantis teamed up with Postmates for a sold out show in San Francisco, which marks the first time Postmates has ever teamed up with an artist for a live performance. The group also celebrated their official album release party at Marquee in New York City.

AWAKEN I AM STREAMING NEW TRACK “WOLVES”

Combining soulful vocals and soaring grooves in one infectious burst, Australia’s AWAKEN I AM has eradicated genres with “Wolves,” their newest song, available today. The track comes from their likewise enchanting new album, Blind Love, available everywhere September 29th, 2017.

The White Buffalo Premieres New Song “Robbery” With Guitar World

The White Buffalo has shared a new track, “Robbery”, a gritty outlaw tale delivered via songwriter Jake Smith’s rugged, resounding vocals and punctuated by the bluesy swagger of his guitar. The track is currently streaming on Guitar World, and will be featured on Smith’s upcoming album Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights. Guitar World calls the new record “his most expansive effort yet, showing Smith dabbling in new sounds and ideas.” Darkest Darks, Lightest Lights will be released on October 6th via Unison Music Group / Thirty Tigers.

AVICII ‘WITHOUT YOU’ LAUNCHES BITMOJI WORLD LENSES

Yesterday, Snapchat launched all new “World Lenses” starring users’ own 3D Bitmoji. These Lenses use augmented reality by placing your own unique Bitmoji in the real world through the Snapchat camera.

Today, Avicii becomes first artist to ever be featured by Snapchat using this new 3D bitmoji lens. Soundtracking this campaign is his song “Without You” featuring Sandro Cavazza, also the first music to ever be featured using this new 3D bitmoji technology in the app.

Doralice Premieres “” via PopMatters

The group, consisting of Rima Ash on violin and Yates Brown on guitar, has performed alongside indie, folk, post-rock, metal & noise bands as often as chamber, jazz, and world artists, in settings ranging from punk clubs to classical house concerts. Their 2013 debut album became the #1 acoustic album on Bandcamp, and a subsequent EP and video of reinterpretations of classical metal went viral on Youtube in 2015.

“Him” via Chicago-based Silver Liz

Just released this morning, “Him” is a track from Chicago-based Silver Liz, showcasing a shoegaze-y vignette that captures the feelings of existential weight and blissful nausea experienced during an unexpected ~love at first sight~ encounter.

Bradley Wik & The Charlatans Release Sophmore LP “In My Youth, I’m Getting Old…”

These may have been Ernest Hemingway’s words, but they have been Bradley Wik’s lifestyle that has inspired his new full-length album, “In My Youth, I’m Getting Old…” The heartland rocker is proud to release this extremely personal new record to the world.

BREAKING: In Defense Of Animals Celebrates Foie Gras Ban Reinstated in California

In Defense of Animals has welcomed news that the U.S 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has justly restored the California foie gras ban. The ban was initially passed in response to public outcry over cruel methods used to farm geese for foie gras after many years of campaigning by In Defense of Animals and other animal activists.

“We are thrilled on behalf of animals and the public that California’s landmark foie gras ban has been upheld after many years of campaigning,” said Marilyn Kroplick M.D., President of In Defense Of Animals. “Foie gras farms are little more than animal torture chambers. We encourage other states to follow California’s lead and reject institutionalized animal cruelty.”

U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Harry Pregerson ruled in favor of restoring California’s foie gras sales ban, stating, “Do you think the duck enjoys that? I think it is absolutely cruel. The people don’t agree with it.”