Month: April 2018

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 30, 2018 @ 3 PM EST

THE STARS REVOLT Release Official Music Video for “Be Careful What You Wish For” Louisville, KY Rock Band THE STARS REVOLT has released the official music video for “Be Careful What You Wish For,” the lead single off of their debut, self-titled EP. Due out May 18th, The Stars Revolt is available for pre-order through…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 30, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

Rocky Morningside Releases Video for Single “Tricks Up My Sleeve” in Observance of the Pink Full Moon Rocky Morningside announced the release of his video for single “Tricks Up My Sleeve” off of his B-side record in observance of tonight’s full Pink Moon. “I’ve always been a night owl. My most creative ideas have manifested…

The Men Who Reinvented the Glass Bong

It’s easy to pick up your sturdy old glass bong and forget just how much of collective human innovation was required for you to have to power to simply purchase that hunk of fused glass and enjoy it with ease every day in your garage or whatever. Bongs are super ancient and have been used…

Tysu Double Video Release “Valley Girl” and “1,2,3 Time”

There’s no telling where life can take you. Born in Nigeria and raised in the French Province, Republic of Benin in West Africa, international pop visionary TYSU has been on a path of artistic enlightenment from a young age. At the age of 14, he began performing with his school, reciting tunes in both English…

New Video By Rocky Athas “Dictator”

Rocky Athas, known by critics and fans as “The Texas Tornado”, “The Malice from Dallas”, “The Young Eric Clapton” and “The Last Great Bluesbreaker Guitarist”, possesses an arsenal of punishing guitar riffs and catchy hooks that have opened every door.   From recording his first solo album at Willie Nelson’s studio with multi-Grammy winning producer, Jim Gaines to working with Buddy Miles and SRV’s Double Trouble to…

Gary Douglas Band – ‘River Road’

Hailing from the roads and corners of Brooklyn, Gary Douglas Band has recently released a song on the radio, on 20th April, titled, “River Road”, a gorgeous preview to their upcoming music album, “Deep In the Water”. This remarkable song is showcasing the peerless energy and talent of Gary Douglas and his band: why their…

Bud Collins Trio – “Television Personalities”

Noone is quite sure when this band officially started which adds to the allure of Bud Collins Trio and their eclectic nature. We do know that the musical journey started many years ago for Bud Collins Trio and the music never died. This Connecticut-based band has shared the stage with the likes of: Blues Traveler,…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 29, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Greg Jacquin Shares “Floating” Video | Hudson River LP Out Now New York-based americana artist Greg Jacquin shares the video for “Floating” via Pure Grain Audio, who writes about the track, “‘Floating,’ is a lazy but upbeat tune that whisks the listener away to a nearby stream on a warm, sunny day.” Bobi Andonov Drops…

Olivia Cella shows her emotional side in new single ‘Missing U’

Olivia Cella is an up and coming singer/songwriter who spends her time between Los Angeles and New York City and has just announced her new single ‘Missing U’. An emerging talent in the pop/R&B sphere, Olivia has crafted a mesmerizing single and has delivered a captivating performance in the accompanying music video. Blending pop instrumentation…

Big Mother Gig – “(Let’s Make) Compelling Content”

If you’re a fan of classic alternative rock ala Beach Slang, Superchunk and R.E.M. but aren’t interested in hearing modern knock-offs or half-baked attempts at recreating the style, then checking out the new music from the recently reunited Big Mother Gig should be on the top of your agenda. Critics and audiences alike have been…

No Name Hotel – ‘Tristan’

Farahd Abdullah Wallizada, working as No Name Hotel, will undoubtedly make some waves with his second full fledged solo release Tristan. The four song EP may be brief, but singer/songwriter, producer and instrumentalist Wallizada encompasses an album’s worth of material into this short release and anyone encountering Tristan will be monumentally impressed by the expansiveness…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 28, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

GLADIUS JAMES RELEASES NEW SINGLE “RICH” FT. WIZ KHALIFA Breakout Island Records artist Gladius James, the singer, writer, producer, and all-around stealth provocateur who caused a quiet uproar with his smoldering debut single “Too Bad,” and its soul-drenched follow-up “We All Got Issues,” returns with a brand new track, “Rich” featuring Wiz Khalifa. “Too Bad,”…

Project Grand Slam – ‘Metro Shuffle’

“Metro Shuffle” – featuring Mindi Abair, by Project Grand Slam, is the latest single from the 2017 EP -The PGS Experience. This track by the jazz-rock fusion outfit led by NY bassist Robert Miller is surrounded by– five new studio cuts, three new tunes written by Robert and two new PGS-style covers arranged by Robert,…

Alex Dingley – ‘Not Alone In The Dark’

Alex Dingley presents offers us something truly unique in the new single “Not Alone in the Dark,” which leaves a haunting impression that fans of independent music will go crazy over. To be honest, I wasn’t familiar Dingley or his work prior to hearing “Not Alone in the Dark,” but after just a single listen…

Why You Should Start a Blog

Blogging is one of the great joys of the internet. Since the earliest days of its inception, the concept of the blog has grown from something of an obscure curiosity, to a mainstream concern. The first blogs that appeared online were truly pioneering, as strange as that seems to say now. Prior to their arrival,…

CLASSIC HITS REINVENTED BY ITALIAN SINGER VANESSA RACCI

The old timers would have been proud of this talented lady who belts out their hits that are forever timeless. What we mean by old timers are the artists who crooned the crowds back in the 50’s and 60’s. Singers like Frank Sinatra, Jerry Vale, Dean Martin and Al Martino. The young lady, Vanessa Racci…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 27, 2018 @ 4 PM EST

Ruel Drops New Track “Dazed & Confused.” Announces “Ready” EP On the new track and forthcoming EP, Ruel explains: “I wrote ‘Dazed & Confused’ in the front room of my Air BNB in LA last November with my friends and the song has come so far. The song started with some simple, light-hearted piano chords…

KULICK RELEASES NEW SINGLE “GHOST” TODAY ALONG WITH MUSIC VIDEO

Today, singer-songwriter Kulick releases his new powerfully anthemic single entitled “Ghost”, which is his first via Gold’N Retriever Records/RCA Records. Along with the track, Kulick also releases the music video, which was directed by Joe Staehly. “Ghost” is available now at all digital retail providers. Kulick says; “‘Ghost’ is an energetic song, but has some…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 27, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

Jordan Lovelis ‘Black & White’ Introducing Skope to former professional skater now turn singer / song writer – Jordan Lovelis from LA. “I spent 4-5 years on the road touring for skateboarding, until a broken ankle ended my career. I became Shaun White’s videographer after that. We traveled all over the world and there was…

Randy Steele – “Moccasin Bender”

A joyous rustic Americana reigns supreme on Randy Steele’s reassuring “Moccasin Bender EP”. Playfulness runs free throughout these tracks, courtesy of the wide number of instruments that Randy Steele incorporates within the great scope. Moments of the work recalls Will Oldham’s tremendous heartfelt outpouring of emotion and thoughtful storytelling abilities. The arrangements vary, from a…

Almost Awake – ‘Cloud Walker’

Almost Awake goes for a dreamy indie rock sound with “Cloudwalker”. Over the course of the track Almost Awake draws from a wide plethora of styles, from shoegaze to hard rock, all anchored with a strong emotional core. By opting for such a spellbinding swirl of colors, the entirety of “Cloudwalker” ensures that it becomes…

Xavier Toscano Viral Video For “Never Wanna Leave”

With his video for “Runaway”, viewers were treated to the birth of a pop prince in front of their eyes. His prowess in both singing and dancing has set Xavier Toscano apart from the pack in the Bay Area scene, and a true love of top 40 with the belief that pop music is the…

New Video By The Soft Spots “Goodbye Again”

Philadelphia native ethereal indie pop band, The Soft Spots, is ready to spread dreamy synth-rock vibes and psychedelic aesthetics in their new “Goodbye Again” music video. Since the group’s early beginnings in 2012, consisting of lead singer-songwriter Shane Gallagher and the band’s drummer Dr. Deadbeat, The Soft Spots has been meticulously crafting the perfect blend…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 27, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

SURMISER: Upstate New York Punk/Grunge Trio To Release Hold The Static EP In June Upstate New York outfit SURMISER has completed their newest EP, Hold The Static, and is preparing to release the album in June. The band has just issued a video for the EP’s “Trains,” which has made its debut through a premiere…

Tone Malone – ‘Everyday is Your Day (The Wedding Song)’

“Everyday is Your Day (The Wedding Song)” is the brand new single from the calculated R&B mind of Tone Malone, whose name instantly is recognizable for fans of the northern California sound he champions. Although fairly new to the business, Malone is raising eyebrows and garnering immense praise for this cut from his latest studio…

Choqlate Songbird

Like a bat out of hell, Choqlate Songbird comes rip roaring through the sonic mist on “Stay Down (By My Side),” his new single from the EP “Choqlate Elements,” both of which are available now everywhere digital downloads are available. With little fanfare, Choqlate Songbird has emerged onto the rap scene with a style that…

SAN MEI flexes with commanding new song ‘Wonder’

San Mei’s new single ‘Wonder’ is her first offering since her debut EP Necessary was released in 2017. It’s a cut driven by contrasting elements: gritty guitars complimented by airy synth, and lush vocals juxtaposed by propulsive percussive elements. It’s a one-two punch of flirty lyrical frivolity and instrumental self-assurance. Ever the straight shooter, San…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 26, 2018 @ 5 PM EST

Machine Gun Kelly Releases Visual For “27” On the eve of his 28th birthday, Machine Gun Kelly releases the music video for his song “27.” The track, which was featured on his album bloom, is an ode to fully living until the infamously-damned aged of 27. The EST 19XX/Bad Boy/Interscope recording artist delivers the Ryan…

Technologies That Revolutionised the Music Industry

t could be said that the technology of music is over 40,000 years old, which is the estimated date of the oldest musical instrument ever found. But for music as we know it today, the technologies started to evolve late in the 19th century.  In 1877, Thomas Edison invented the phonograph and that was the…

Digital Music in a Digital World

The digital world we now live in has changed just about every area of our lives, many of them without us even realising it. The explosion of smartphones, which was started just 10 years ago by Apple with the first iPhone, has been a big factor in some of these changes, including digital music in…

Cat Thompson – ‘Be Mine’

Australian native, half Irish and Filipino, Cat Thompson has occupied stages Down Under and across the globe. She fields a team of backup dancers to help present a breakneck paced show with monumental entertainment value, but equally capable of seducing audiences and listeners with genuine musical allure. She’s more than just a powerhouse young performer;…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 26, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

New Katie Von Schleicher: “Party Dawn” Von Schleicher on “Party Dawn:” “On a break from touring this winter I went alone to Maryland, where I am originally from, and made these two songs, taking the gear I’ve very happily accrued since making my album Shitty Hits. I built a fire, I set up my gold…

Lil Durk Co-Signed Trap Melodist Yung Tory Drops Trippy New Visual

Transfixing listeners with his infectious flow and distinctive phrasing, Yung Tory is a standout in the crowded ATL rap scene. Sipping Hennessy and living large, Yung Tory floats over an aqueous trap production in “Fast,” his latest single. Capable of turning any line into an indelible hook, Tory digs deep into his book of melodic…

SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 26, 2018 @ 11:30 AM EST

Seinabo Sey “Breathe” “Breathe” is a bold anthem drenched in quivering strings and a choir’s layered harmonies. Seinabo wrote its central message about self-love and self-acceptance while on an impromptu solo trip to Dakar, Senegal in early 2017. Feeling content, she found herself “sitting there, thinking about why I really enjoyed being there. I love…