SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 18, 2018 @ 10 AM EST

Montreal’s Anemone shares psych-pop single “Bout De Toi”

Today, Montreal’s Anemone shares a second single, a twirling French psych-pop track “Bout De Toi”, which follows the stellar lead-single – “Baby Only You & I” . Both are taken from the project’s forthcoming debut EP, out April 27 on Luminelle Recordings.

Yvette Nacer Releases “Who We Were Before” Today as Part of Her Own Personal Healing Journey

Written as a lullaby and on a Tres Cuban (little Cuban guitar), “Who We Were Before” is the most stripped down single that Yvette has ever put out. Struggling through a difficult and dark time in her past, Yvette needed to express her pain and hopefulness in song, which eventually led to the song writing itself and acting as a healing process for Yvette.

Wide Open Country Premiere of new video from Mobile singer/songwriter Abe Partridge on “Tax Day”

Today, on what is officially known as “TAX DAY”, Wide Open Country premiered the new video for “Ride Willie Ride (Or Thoughts I Had While Contemplating Both the Metaphysical Nature of Willie Nelson and His Harassment By The Internal Revenue Service)” from the Mobile-based singer/songwriter and folk artist, ABE PARTRIDGE.

Trae Morris – “The Door”

“The Door” is the first single from his EP Subconscious, to be released early summer 2018. “The Door” tells the story of staying too long in a relationship from a man’s perspective. Trae Morris’ smooth vocal sound and acoustic soul reminds his audience that men struggle with finding love as well. “The rhythmic tones of guitarist Steven Ashley coupled with exceptional vocal arrangement by singer/song writer Amore Jones and exceptional Grammy Award winning production and engineering by Jeremiah Adkins which comprise the production company, Those Guys Music make this track a feel good, but realistic look at how a man perceives dating in current times.

LENNY KRAVITZ SIGNS TO BMG

Lenny Kravitz has signed an exclusive world-wide music deal with BMG, not only extending his long-term music publishing agreement with the company, but also covering the release of his new album, Raise Vibration this fall. This marks his 11th studio album, and is the follow up to his 2014 album, Strut.

SALON ACAPULCO GETS CREATIVE IN LEMON TREE MUSIC VIDEO

Building off the Latin rhythms and summer vibes of its predecessor “Rumba,” Salon Acapulco’s latest release “Lemon Tree” is a fresh, meandering stroll along white sand beaches and through verdant tropical oases. Lighthearted and whimsical yet irresistibly sensual, the track pairs perfectly with a cheeky music video that disguises the undeniably erotic with seemingly innocent and playful levity. The video begins in a bowling alley where hilarity ensues as suitors vie for the affection of a gorgeous siren. Who will capture the beauty’s heart? You’ll have to watch and find out.

Grandtheft Releases “She Knows” Music Video Featuring Just Chase

Los Angeles, CA – Toronto’s Grandtheft brings back the groove on his new Dim Mak single “She Knows” with the help of Nova Scotian R&B singer Just Chase. The track’s pulsating energy comes alive in its vibrant music video, premiered today on Complex. Filmed throughout Toronto, the video takes viewers on a voyeuristic experience on a night out in Ontario’s capital city.

Link Wray’s “Rumble” Inducted Into First Class Of Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame’s Singles

60 years ago, legendary guitarist Link Wray released his influential instrumental song “Rumble,” and changed the face and sound of rock and roll forever. The song has now been inducted into the very first class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Singles. This marks the first time The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has honored songs in addition to artists, and Link Wray’s “Rumble” was immortalized alongside five other singles. “Very happy to see Link Wray’s “Rumble” get its much deserved recognition by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,” said Dan Auerbach about “Rumble’s” induction. “It’s a song that changed everything and influenced all that came after it. It’s now time for that impact to be fully recognized and for Link to be inducted to the Rock Hall as an artist, where he always belonged.” Read the full details about the song’s induction via Billboard.

Steve Angello shares breathtaking new video + album out 4/27

GRAMMY-nominated producer Steve Angello has shared the striking new video to his song “Nothing Scares Me Anymore” ft Sam Martin off his upcoming album, ‘HUMAN’, out April 27 via Size Records and AWAL Recordings. Directed by Alex Wessely with creative direction by Angello, the video features sprawling nordic landscapes shot across the rugged terrain of Iceland. The breathtaking environment plays a key character in the narrative, telling the age-old tale of separation and reunion. Read more about the video and new album at PAPER.

Frog Eyes shares new single “Pay For Fire” from their farewell album via Stereogum

Frog Eyes are set to release their final album Violet Psalms May 18th on Paper Bag Records. Listen to the band’s new single “Pay For Fire” over at Stereogum. Frog Eyes have announced a North American tour in support of the album. Full details below. Pre-order Violet Psalms here.

UTA Acquires Circle Talent Agency

United Talent Agency (UTA), the premier global talent and entertainment company, today announced an aggressive move into the electronic music space by acquiring Circle Talent Agency (Circle), the world’s leading independent dance music agency. The acquisition increases UTA’s global music footprint in one of the most influential genres in the industry and provides Circle’s clients with full-service capabilities offered by UTA.

Richard Edwards (Margot & The Nuclear So and So’s) Shares New Track

Richard Edwards, the longtime frontman and architect of Margot & The Nuclear So and So’s, today premiered his new song “Howlin’ Heart” — the second from his forthcoming sophomore album Verdugo — via The Wild Honey Pie.

ROYAL BLISS Premiere Video For Single “Devil with Angel Eyes” on Loudwire.com

American rock band Royal Bliss announced the release of their video for single “Devil with Angel Eyes” today on Loudwire.com. The band recently signed with FM Music Management and is currently playing shows, writing songs, and in the studio recording new material to be released during 2018 and beyond.

TEE GRIZZLEY ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘ACTIVATED’ OUT MAY 11th

Detroit’s fastest rising rap star Tee Grizzley has just announced his eagerly awaited album titled Activated is set for release on May 11th via 300 Entertainment. The news comes with a luxurious new video for the standout Chop Squad DJ-produced single “Don’t Even Trip” feat. Moneybagg Yo from the project. This morning Tee was interviewed by Zane Lowe on Beats 1 where the two discussed Tee’s meteoric success, Activated and the album’s features from the likes of Chris Brown, Lil Yachty, Jeezy, Lil Durk, YFN Lucci, Lil Pump, and Moneybagg Yo.

ABRAHAM: BrooklynVegan Premieres “Wind”

A classic post-apocalyptic dystopia, like a musical version of McCarthy’s The Road, or Whitehead’s Zone One, Look, Here Comes The Dark! is divided into four consecutive periods throughout which the story of the disappearance of all life on Earth is told. Each section – I: Anthropocene, II: Phytocene, III: Mycocene, and IV: Oryktocene – is defined by a unique approach in terms of style, songwriting, degree of experimentation, and choice of instrumentation. Producer Magnus Lindberg from Cult Of Luna has taken an approach that honors each part’s own integrity and identity, and mixed the drums, guitars, synths, vocals differently for each part, as if they were independent records.

Have you seen Calan Mai’s new video yet?

With soaring vocals delivered with warmth and ease, intricate lyricism and detailed storytelling,” (Glide Magazine) the official music video was just released, you can check it out here.

Borgo Releases Debut Album, “Be Kind”

Released last Friday, Borgo’s debut full-length, Be Kind has been described as, “rich and soulful, with many different layers.” Made with the help of engineer/co-producer Marc Benning and a group of noted musicians including Leftover Salmon’s Erik Deutsch and sax player Dwight Bement, the album was recorded live on tape at Hideaway Studios. Based in Denver, this is Borgo’s return to music following a decade-long hiatus due to a debilitating neurological disease. Available via iTunes and Spotify, the album tells stories of love lost, breaking societal norms, and reflecting on life through jazz piano ballads and funk-infused guitar, guaranteed to take listeners back in time.

Portland’s TENTS Announce Debut LP

TENTS, Portland’s comfort-pop / alt rock band, announce the release of their debut record, Deer Keeps Pace, due out Friday, May 11th on Badman Recording Co. A May tour in the Northwest US will also commence in May. All Things Go debuted the band’s first single and music video for “Back Yards” from the forthcoming album, saying, “Portland’s TENTS are throwing out their earworm hooks with charming DIY visuals in their latest video.”