Month: August 2018

The Importance of Stockpiling Cash before Quitting Your Day Job

Want to quit your 9 to 5 job to focus on your music career? Buckle up because being a musician can be a costly affair.  Unless you land a sweet recording and sponsorship deal, chances are you will have to fork out the money for your recordings, equipment and travels yourself, over and above having…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 15, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News Only Bricks release new single, “Ordinary” L.A. based pop duo Only Bricks have returned with a sparkling new single, “Ordinary.” The track, which follows only a few months since the duo dropped their critically acclaimed debut EP “Foundation,” features a trademark hooky chorus, big enough to catch the…

@skopemag Q&A Featuring Indoor Creature

Well we made it to Wednesday, halfway to #tgif. While we wait for that we figured we could get to know the guys in Indoor Creature. Indoor Creature is a band from Austin, TX composed of Caleb Fleischer, Travis Kitchen, Marcus Bell and Terrence Kiser. Caleb and Travis met at while working at a Japanese…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 15, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Thrice Share a New Song “Only Us” Thrice has shared a new song “Only Us” which is from their new album Palms out September 14. On “Only Us,” Thrice bring pulsating synth lines, fragile harmonies, and massively heavy guitar riffs. “‘Only Us’ came from thinking about how we’re so easily divided into ‘us’ and ‘them,’…

New Video By Pacific “Life In Short”

Hailing from Manchester, UK, Pacific has washed up on shore and is now ready to tell the tale of their travels. They’ve worked hard to evolve their sound and the band are now ready to take the world by storm. They blend alternative, indie, and pop, and have also been interestingly described as a perfect…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 14, 2018 @ 4 PM EST

Janelle Monáe Is Playing Music Tastes Good Day 2, Sunday, September 30 Music Tastes Good has announced the mega-addition of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and performer Janelle Monáe as main support on the lineup for day 2, on Sunday, September 30. Known for her groundbreaking sound and daring style, Monáe joins previously announced acts New Order, James…

Arcade Fire’s Richard Reed Parry Reveals New Track “Song of Wood”

Already an accomplished multi-instrumentalist in the Grammy-winning act Arcade Fire, Richard Reed Parry is channeling different inspirations on his upcoming album Quiet River of Dust Vol. 1.The record is a dreamlike journey of immersive, gently psychedelic songs inspired by Japanese death poems and the folk music of the British Isles. “‘Song of Wood’ started in…

AV Super Sunshine Drops a ‘Time Bomb’

When we hear a killer rhythm, as human beings we’re automatically inclined to start shaking our bodies to the beat. We stay in motion as if it isn’t even a choice, because in the core of our souls we know that is isn’t. AV Super Sunshine unleashes a beat that is relentlessly aggressive and stunningly…

Miles Maxwell – ‘Red Ghost’

Miles Maxwell is a band without anybody named Miles Maxwell in it. Instead, it’s led by singer/guitarist Miles Baltrusaitis (there’s your ‘Miles’), and its album Red Ghost is a collection of quality Americana rock. The four-piece band sings about everyday life, with a straightforward, simple style. For instance, “Something New” speaks about technology; not the…

Why Is Music Considered As The Greatest Magician On This Planet?

Sydney based magician blends a fusion of humor, comedy, and music to create an illusionary experience for music lovers.Music is the greatest magician on the planet with limitless boundaries; it connects universally without any barrier of language, ethnicity, culture, religion, geography or time. It has a mesmerizing effect which seems truly magical. Like a magician,…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 14, 2018 @ 12:30 PM EST

SAVAK (mems. Obits, The Cops) announce new album; BrooklynVegan premieres single Beg Your Pardon, SAVAK’s third release in as many years, follows a compelling progression from their past releases (2016’s Best Of Luck In Future Endeavors and 2017’s Cut-Ups) — equally the most punk rock and sublime record in their repertoire. The new album features…

SOPHISTICATED DINGO present their pièce de résistance with ‘TASTES JUST LIKE THE REAL THING’

Fresh out the kitchen, Melbourne’s Sophisticated Dingo have delivered upon early expectations of brash and gnarly garage rock, with the release of their much anticipated debut EP ‘TASTES JUST LIKE THE REAL THING’. Bristling with attitude, the record offers an insight into a musicianship that is continuing to thrive off the back of successes that…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 14, 2018 @ 10 AM EST

Darian Reneé and Jskee Releases EDM Single “Just Imagine” Boise, Idaho’s Darian Reneé is back with a new track after a long silence. This new track is a Future Bass single that is a collaboration with Utah based EDM producer Jskee. Since the track saw its release Friday on EDM JOy, the track has amassed…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 14, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Moderate Rebels return with ‘I Love Today’ London-based collective Moderate Rebels release ‘I Love Today’, streaming from 8th August, from their second album ‘Shared Values’, which will be out 30th November on Everyday Life Recordings. Unlike previous single ‘Beyond Hidden Words’, which can be heard as a defiant, repetitive yet hopeful chant, ‘I Love Today’…

Wardrobe Malfunctions- Accidental or Intentional?

“Oh it’s happened again!” this is something you have to read as the cover of any news every now and then. And then it goes to show below and that yet another actress has forgotten to wear any undergarment when she was exiting her limo in front of throngs of paparazzi. What’s the result? Wardrobe…

ash.ØK Present New Video “Holding Sand”

There are few forces in popular music quite as formidable as a great producer on a mission. Just as a good film director inevitably leaves his stamp on the films he makes, a skillful producer at the helm of a musical project guarantees consistency, vision, and a distinct aural signature that can’t be counterfeited. Ashok…

New Video By Mika Means “Single Life”

Originally from Atlanta, Mika Means has risen to snatch all of our wigs off. As an R&B and hip-hop performer, she can balance work and play, and has been juggling quite the resume as a songwriter, entrepreneur, creative and music maker. Holding the true definition of branding oneself as an artist, she uses her position…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 13, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

ALL TIME LOW SHARE “BIRTHDAY” MUSIC VIDEO All Time Low has unveiled the official music video for their just-released summer single, “Birthday.” The video is streaming now via Fueled By Ramen’s official YouTube channel. “Birthday” is available now via Fueled By Ramen at all DSPs & streaming services. Elijah Wolf Announces New Album Today, AltCitizen…

Dreezy & Kazzie Ain’t “Going Nowhere” in Their Amorous New Video

A playalistic riser with bars for days, New Jersey’s Kazzie is a versatile and charming emcee. Showing off his songwriting skills above a candy-coated instrumental, Kazzie pledges devotion to his significant other on “Going Nowhere,” his latest video. Romantically recounting the best moments of his relationship, Kazzie shows his sensitive side, revealing a capable singing…

Luke Spehar – ‘The Farmer’

Luke Spehar’s “The Farmer” is a pretty, soft, finger-picked tune. It comes from the album The Pilgrim. This single plays out like the soundtrack to the story of a farmer. It’s also written like a prayer. The character in the song simply wants to farm his land successfully. He asks not for riches and fame,…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 13, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

Paper Cameras Premiere New Single “Speed Of Wine” via NEW NOISE The Painted Light LP from Paper Cameras has been a long time coming and well worth the wait. The lo-fi polyphonic soundscape is full of ethereal harmonies reminiscent of the 90’s garage influenced rock scene that veteran Portland musician Michael Carothers helped form. The…

LIINKS Release New Music “Ghost” New Album Out 9/7

The humbling story of Vancouver duo LIINKS, comprised of Georgia Murray and Tony Day aka Dwhiz, and how the pair came to be, features a series of unfortunate events that unravel to an awarding tale that makes the duo seem almost pre-destined for stardom. After linking up and creating a song, they were notified by…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 13, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

Official Statement from STRYPER Regarding Band Member Oz Fox News began circulating this morning that Stryper’s Oz Fox suffered a medical emergency on stage in Las Vegas overnight. In order to provide accurate information and dispel any rumors, the band has issued an official statement: Our dear friend and lead-guitarist Oz Fox fell ill Saturday…

@skopemag Q&A Feat Vox Somnia

Good morning on a Monday. The only way we know how to deal with a Monday is black coffee and music. It is all of our lucky days as we have Vox Somnia here today. They are a two piece art rock band from Toronto. They have so much going on so why not we…

Slothrust Present “Double Down” Video

No matter the decade, there have always been artists who walk to their own beat, do whatever they please regardless of what others have to say. In doing so, they attract new fans and inspire the younger generation to do the same. If you’re looking for someone to go against societal norms and do what…

New Video By The Aces “Last One”

It’s not every day that you come across a band that no matter how hard you try, their undeniably catchy melodies and hooks are embedded in your head for days on end. Utah based quartet, “The Aces” have managed to accomplish that and more with countless releases over the past few years. With their 80’s…

Roseanna Vitro – ‘Tell Me The Truth’

Roseanna Vitro’s “Tell Me The Truth” delves into an urbane, lush jazz arrangement. Vocals have a thoughtful quality, polished to absolute perfection. Lyrics go for a unique kind of poetry, one that reflects upon the contemporary moment. Politics, the current mood, all of these filters into the carefully selected narrative. Over the course of the…

The Prescriptions Release “Hollywood Gold” From Debut Album Out This Winter

Today, the Nashville-based rock band The Prescriptions share the title track from their forthcoming debut album Hollywood Gold which is set for a winter release. While The Prescriptions may come by their Southern style of narrative songwriting honestly, they refuse to rest on the laurels of their musical heritage. Songs like “Hollywood Gold” reflect the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 12, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

The Lazlo Device share new single ‘Known to You’ London band The Lazlo Device share 3rd single ‘Known to You’ from sophomore album ‘You Stumble, I Fall’. Having recently released their glittering end-of-the-night track ‘Beetle’, and the huge, desert-summoning album closer ‘You Stumble, I Fall’, the experimental post-rock foursome smash out an energetic beat complete…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 12, 2018 @ 8:30 AM EST

James Gardin releases a bluesy & soulful single “Shot With You” Bluesy and soulful. Transparent and hopeful. James Gardin & Soulseize collaborate on a new single, “Shot With You.” James shares, “Shot With You is about confronting how alcohol has been a coping mechanism for me and my family. I’ve finally decided to try new…

OTM Frenchyy and OTM Ruger Recount Their “Trials & Tribulations”

                      Specializing in infectiously energetic reality rap, St. Petersburg, FL’s OTM Frenchyy is on the road to stardom. Taking a break from his boastful bangers to reflect on his troubles, OTM Frenchyy opens up on “Trials & Tribulations,” his latest single. Teaming up with crewmate…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 11, 2018 @ 12:30 PM EST

Nina Nesbitt Releases New Single “Loyal To Me.” Following an impressive start to 2018, which includes numerous SOLD-OUT North American tour dates and amassing upwards of 100 million combined streams to date, Scottish singer-songwriter and musician Nina Nesbitt returns today with her brand new single “Loyal To Me.” An infectious pop gem destined to become…

Luke Spehar – ‘The Pilgrim’

Every now and then, it is wonderful to just relax, sit back, get a book, and possibly listen to a new sound. Wherever a moment is possible to do it, a suggestion of a beautiful place is somewhere out in the Northwest…A suggestion could even be the beautiful scenery within Wyoming, Montana, or even in…

Alice In Chains release new single ‘Never Fade’

With two weeks to go before the arrival of the new Alice In Chains album Rainier Fog (BMG), anticipation is ramping up with today’s release of new single ‘Never Fade’. ‘Never Fade’ is the third Rainier Fog song release following ‘So Far Under’ and ‘The One You Know’ and all three tracks are available as…

The Struts Release New Song “Primadonna Like Me” On August 10th On Interscope

Interscope rock band The Struts release new song “Primadonna Like Me” today via all digital retailers. “Primadonna Like Me” follows the release of the band’s current single “Body Talks”.” Both tracks will appear on the band’s forthcoming album—the highly anticipated follow up to their 2016 debut, Everybody Wants. “‘Primadonna Like Me’ was written about my…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 11, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Skope: Colyn Cameron (Wake Owl) psychedelic new single/video – LP out 10/12 Self-produced and recorded direct to 1/2″ tape in his small Los Angeles studio apartment, the album is an outpour of his artistic experimentation, fusing psychedelic influences of the late ’60s and calling to mind the likes of David Vandervelde and Christopher Owens. Dear…

ELLEY DUHÉ RELEASES DEBUT EP – ‘DRAGON MENTALITY’ TODAY

Today, rising singer and songwriter Elley Duhé releases her debut EP – DRAGON MENTALITY via A Creative Music Group/RCA Records. Click here to listen. DRAGON MENTALITY features production by Joe Janiak (Ellie Goulding, Tove Lo, Britney Spears), Haze Banga (Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Selena Gomez), and Grammy-awarding winning producers Rahki (Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, 50 Cent) and…