@skopemag news for February 15, 2019 @ 2 pm est

by Skope • February 15, 2019

From Brain Surgeon to Music Star – the Remarkable Jasper’s Riddle!

Jasper’s Riddle’s journey to music is something even Hollywood would baulk at. After beginning his studies to become a brain surgeon, he switched to his current vocation, that of heart surgeon…all the while continuing to record as both a Jeff Buckley-influenced acoustic singer songwriter…and a classical composer…and an artist…and a novelist. Jasper’s Riddle’s debut release reflects his chameleon-like ability to soak up what is happening around him and to interpret it in his own unique way, with elements of rock, neo-soul and even flamenco heralding the arrival of a true 21st Century polymath.

LISTEN / MYKL Returns With New Single ‘Conversation’, Out Today.

Sonically reminiscent to 80s pop, Conversation is another infectious self-written and produced track with an atmospheric sound that highlights MYKLs alluring vocals and ability to create effortlessly catchy pop hooks. Conversation is about reconnecting with someone after time spent forgetting their undeniable feelings for one another.

K-Trap Brand New Single ‘Won’t Stop’

Hailing from South London, K-Trap announces the release of his brand new single ‘Won’t Stop’ via Black Butter Records. Produced by Slay Products (Nines, 67), the track is available to stream/purchase on all major DSP’s below.

INTRODUCING….BLUE AMERICANS – THE NEW SINGLE ‘DUMBO’ OUT TODAY

Belfast duo Blue Americans Kris Platt and Daniel Morgan Ball – will release their brand new single Dumbo on the 15th February, taken from their upcoming Sum Yen EP out on the 18th April via LAB Records.

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News: Otto Knows – ‘One In A Million’

Swedish DJ and producer Otto Knows has delivered his latest single ‘One in a Million’. The eagerly anticipated track follows Otto’s year-long hiatus, in which time the platinum-selling producer has been working diligently in the studio on a fresh batch of productions set to be released this year.

Archie Faulks releases new single ‘Hung Up’

‘Hung Up’ is a pensive look back on the past, yet delivers an upbeat glimmer of hope for the future.

Etta Bond delivers new sultry new track ‘Shorny’ along with self-made visual

Delivering a special Valentine’s Day release, UK singer/songwriter Etta Bond has unveiled her sultry new single, ‘Shorny’. A slick embodiment of her effortlessly seductive sound, the track drops ahead of her forthcoming double album release in March, entitled He’s Not Mine/He’s Mine.

Reason Define – Deliver Album News & Tour Dates (US Rock/Metal/Punk)

The all-female Charlotte/North Carolina (US) based 5 piece Reason|Define unleash news of their sophomore album release and supporting US tour. Entitled ‘In Memory’ – the 11 track offering officially drops on 1st March 2019 and shall deliver an exciting journey for lovers of hook- heavy torrents of rock-style riffs, powerful melodic vocals and anthemic chorus lines.

Francesca Lombardo shares debut LP ‘Life Of Leaf’

Francesca Lombardo unveils her highly anticipated debut LP, a collection of songs that are forward-thinking, powerful and made from the heart. Merging the world of electronic music with Francesca Lombardo’s classical upbringing, ‘Life of Leaf’ promotes a creative process more focussed on vocal performance and live instrumentation than just computers and synthesizers. The result is a deeply evocative record set to soundtrack our lives for years to come, illustrated perfectly by, among others, album single ‘Eye Ring’, which became SoundCloud’s 200 millionth upload yesterday.

The King’s Parade release thought-provoking new single ‘Mad’

Critically acclaimed London four-piece The King’s Parade have released their brand new single ‘Mad’. To mark the release the band have announced a headline tour across the UK and Europe in April. Tickets are available now via thekingsparade.com

Skope single submission: David May, “Black Box”

“I wrote this song after coming back from a writer’s block,” says David about his new single. “I had a child, my relationship crashed and burned. My whole life was in pieces. I had to sift through the mess and find what was me. In airplane crashes they call the last recordings a ‘black box’. This song is a metaphor for those recordings. It’s a look at where I was prior to my life taking a turn. And in turn familiarizing myself with that part of me again. It’s go time, baby.”

Chanteuse QUIN Releases “Mushroom Chocolate” with 6LACK

Just in time for Valentines Day, Los Angeles native and creative chanteuse QUIN has today premiered a new loved up single; “Mushroom Chocolate” featuring artist 6LACK. The dulcet tones of both artists play off the shimmering R&B beat – produced by Chuck Inglish – which is fast becoming a signature for QUIN on her quest to crafting her “fantasy soul” lane. The song is off QUIN’s upcoming EP, LUCID, which will be out this Spring officially on Interscope Records; who the singer/songwriter announced her label deal with recently. Read the full signing story with Billboard HERE.

ROULETTE new video & single

One of Sweden’s most acclaimed AOR-bands during the 90’s are back with full force! The participation in several big national tv-shows like Top Gear, Night Flight and Kosmopol during the band’s formative year as well as supporting Status Quo and Chuck Berry among others, skyrocketed the band to success. The powerhouse has it all, from great riffs to contagious melodies, sweet solos and catchy choruses. With previous singles reaching high positions on charts nationally, Roulette is now releasing their new single “We Can Make It” from the upcoming album “Now!” and is bound to be a huge success in 2019!

TIMSTERS releases hotly tipped ‘Chapter 1’ EP

Have you ever imagine what a collaboration between Prince and The Weeknd sounds like? Well – add it a French savoir-faire à la Air, Kavinsky or M83 and you’ll kinda have a picture of Timsters in your earphones.

ALBIN LEE MELDAU RELEASES NEW EP THE PURGATORY SESSIONS

Distilling these songs down to their essence reveals Albin’s primary motivation: “Storytelling. That’s what will matter in the long run. If I achieve that, I’m happy. Anyone can sing.” First and foremost, Albin considers himself a musical journalist who not only documents what he feels, but also what he sees. But before you discover his gift for weaving emotion, detail and humanity into his lyrics, you will hear his voice and be bowled over. Maybe anyone can sing, but as NPR said, “Few singers can command an audience’s attention quite like Albin Lee Meldau. His voice is breathtaking, soulful, thunderous and impossible to ignore.”

ANTEROS SHARE “DRIVE ON” MUSIC VIDEO

All singles come from the band’s forthcoming debut album, When We Land, out March 22nd on Distiller Records. The band has plans to hit SXSW in Austin, TX this March, and will also be headlining their largest UK tour to date, starting in April.

WILD BELLE ANNOUNCES TOUR DATES + SHARE “HAVE YOU BOTH” VIDEO

After announcing the upcoming release of their third studio album, Everybody One Of A Kind, sibling duo Wild Belle today offer another glimpse of what’s to come with new single “Have You Both” and the accompanying stop motion animation video. Arduously crafted by visual artist, songwriter and lead singer for Wild Belle, Natalie Bergman, the video features hand cut vintage found-photos playfully coming to life in different dance party scenarios, set to the backdrop of the breezy and bliss-inducing tune that tells the story of falling in love with more than one person in a case of mistaken identity.

ADÉ (Phil Ade) RELEASES EP FT. LIL BABY, RICH THE KID, GOLDLINK AND MORE

Today, Silver Spring, Maryland rapper, producer, and artist Adé unveils his debut EP, Always Something. Get it HERE. Additionally, the critically acclaimed talent officially announces his signing to Epic Records in partnership with HighRes Global

NPR gives First Listen of Benny Sings’ ‘City Pop’ out 2/22 + US/EU tour

NPR Music is now sharing an advance preview to Benny Sings’ new album ‘City Pop,’ leading up to release day next Friday, February 22nd.

Here’s To You Drops New EP “Wonder/Wander: Phase I”

NY-based indie pop/rock band Here’s To You have released their brand new EP, “Wonder/Wander: Phase I” out on all digital platforms NOW. The EP serves as one out of three to be released throughout 2019, ultimately leading up to the reveal of their new LP, “Wonder/Wander,” due out later in the year. The three EPs, which they have coined ‘Phases’, are the result of three plus years in the studio, creating a body of work that represents the band’s current synergy.

“Good Thing” (feat. A-SHO)

“Our new song, “Good Thing,” is a celebration of love. When you find someone with whom you share a deep connection, it’s a beautiful thing to be able to be aware and grateful for it – embrace it to the max.”

ARLO PARKS – New Music Video

Today, following a premiere on Noisey, Arlo Parks has released the official video to her new single ‘Super Sad Generation’, a delicate ode to the emotionally wrought youth of today.

queer artist, AMES remembers those she has lost in new track

The inspiring AMES returns with her latest track “Old Hero” – a moving track inspired by true events and written about people in her life she has lost.

HOLIDAY GUNFIRE’S DEBUT LP OUT IS OUT TODAY!

Holiday Gunfire began in 2017 when longtime friends and seasoned Birmingham, Alabama musicians, Lester Nuby III (Verbena, Vulture Whale), Jason Hamric (Twinside), Craig Ceravolo (Great Lakes) and Michael Williams (13 Ghosts, Nowhere Squares), were enjoying an Independence Day celebration. Some celebrate with copious libations and vittles, others shoot off fireworks and sparklers, still others take to the backyard with their trusty firearm of choice. A quaint pull of the trigger of your favorite 12 gauge emits a raucous festivity of sound and exuberance — a cacophony of gun powder-fueled bliss, much like the debut offering from Holiday Gunfire.