Weekend Edition – @skopemag news for april 26, 2019 @ 6 pm est

Award winning Swedish indie rock trio Deportees release new single ‘Time Is The Tiger’ today

Swedish Grammy Award-winning indie trio Deportees have today released sublime new single Time Is The Tiger. The melodic, propulsive track is the second single to be taken from their UK debut EP Re-dreaming – out May 17 – and follows lead single Bright Eyes (“a beautifully sketched song” Clash).

DANKO JONES: New Album ‘A Rock Supreme’ Out Now

The hard rock group DANKO JONES – whose music was recently hailed by Ghost Cult for “mix[ing] the bite of AC/DC and the swagger of Thin Lizzy with an impressive, Clutch-like ferocity” – will celebrate today’s release of their new album “A Rock Supreme” by performing an exclusive concert tonight for listeners of the German radio station Rock Antenne at Eddy’s Rockclub in Munich, Germany. They’ll perform a similar show in Kiel, Germany on Saturday night at the studios of the city’s Radio Bob network. The group’s latest single, ” Dance Dance Dance,” is currently the highest-charting, non-domestic rock track on the German Airplay Charts.

SUN SILVA release dreamy psychedelic new single ‘Just The Romantic’

The new song is a dreamy psychedelic wonder featuring danceable touches and exquisite harmonies recalling the likes of Bombay Bicycle Club, Temples and Tame Impala.

BRITISH MUSICIAN STORMZY RETURNS

Revealed in the early hours of this morning (BST), ‘Vossi Bop’ marks Stormzy’s first release since 2017 and, the first from his #Merky Records label partnership with Atlantic Records.

DROOL – Unveil New Single: ‘JUNKYARD’ // Camden Rocks Appearance This Summer

Harnessing dichotomous thrills to arresting effect ‘Junkyard’ sees DROOL extract the crunching core components of Pixies, Nirvana and Soundgarden and upcycle them for the 21st Century with their own fresh sonic sensibilities. From its loping, low slung beginnings to the sprawling wall of noise and cut-glass guitar breaks that haul it to a crashing crescendo, ‘Junkyard’ hits home like an unstoppable musical juggernaut.

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EMINEM LAUNCHES SSLP20 CAPSULE

TO CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF THE SLIM SHADY LP EMINEM HAS LAUNCHED THE SSLP20 CAPSULE:

SSLP20 ANNIVERSARY CAPSULE

HEARTEATER release bold second single “While We Fall”

Copenhagen-based post-hardcore band HEARTEATER are ready with their second single ‘While We Fall’. This single will give a sneak peak of the heavier side of their upcoming debut full-length ‘A House In Rapture’, due to be released May 17th.

First Openly Gay Artist From India Releases Emotional New Single On Lesbian Visibility Day

Danceable and musically ground-breaking, relevant and original, “Mama I Need You,” the fourth single from Indian Lesbian Singer-Songwriter Pragya Pallavi’s forthcoming album “Queerism,” is a song that can move your feet and your heart. Released today, the track, which is about “coming out,”, tells the impassioned story of a gay person’s plea for acceptance from her mother.

New music: Icelandic pop artist Hildur releases empowering new single ‘Woman At War’ today

“Woman in War is a song to honour all the strong women I know that have fought many battles and are tired. Tired of always having to put up a fight, tired of putting in all the efforts but not seeing the situation change, tired of having to fight the same fight again and again, tired of being labelled angry when they really are just fighting for equal rights. I had experienced this feeling again and again and I wanted to try to put that exact feeling into a song. However, this song is not about giving up. It has hope. It conveys understanding that this is what the situation looks like right now and it’s ok to be overwhelmed by it and want to give up at times. Because the beautiful thing is that all the woman I know that have hit this wall, me included, they somehow find the strength in them to continue and return fighting strong, again.

VIRGEN MARÍA RELEASES HER DEBUT EP G.O.D.

An intoxicating blend of trap, reggaeton, hardcore and techno, G.O.D. is a profound reflection of spirituality, sex positivity and censorship and was produced by Virgen María herself, alongside perth Daijing, Yegua and Paul Marmota. Her pioneering vision to mix meditation and sex through music has caught attention across the globe, leading her to perform both in person and as a holograph across Asia and Europe, with more tour dates in the coming months including a special performance at this years Sónar festival in Barcelona.

HAAi releases official remix of Jessie Ware’s ‘Adore You’

Speaking about the release, HAAi says “I’ve been a long time fan of Jessie Ware’s voice. When I was asked to remix Adore You I was not only drawn to her vocal but also to the instrumentation on the track (also a massive fan of James Ford’s production). I wanted to create a super textured and bassy rework for the vocal to sit on top of. There is also a slightly more trip dub version for the wee hours of the club”.

Wilkinson – ‘All For You’ ft Karen Harding

After two exceptional albums, a recent sold out UK tour, multiple Top 10 records and the success of his recent Radio 1 playlisted single ‘I Need’, Wilkinson returns with the release of his brand new single ‘All For You’ ft Karen Harding.

AXEL RUDI PELL Releases New Single and Video!

German Metal wizard AXEL RUDI PELL releases a new digital single and video for the song “Only The Strong Will Survive (live)” today. The song is taken from the forthcoming live album “XXX Anniversary Live”.

Empath Release New Single via STEREOGUM

After a temporary pause, Philadelphia-based noise-punk band Empath’s debut LP Active Listening: Night on Earth is set to be released May 3rd exclusively on Get Better Records! Over the past year Empath has become one of the buzziest emerging bands in indie music, being heralded as “America’s most inventive young psychedelic band” by Rolling Stone Magazine in their latest print issue. They’ve also garnered support from Pitchfork, FADER, Stereogum, NPR and more around “Soft Shape” and “Hanging Out of Cars,” the two standout singles they’ve released from this upcoming record.

NYC’s legendary rock outfit Charlie Sub & Sound Dogs

Led by vocalist Charlie Sub, the Sound Dogs are a seven-piece band, layering elements of blues, jazz and soul over their classic indie-rock core. “The Bronx Is Burning” begins with a solo snare, joined by an catchy saxophone melody, followed by rest of the band to build a powerful, forward-moving track. The timeless, growly vocals of Charlie Sub balance the group’s mix of raw energy and intricate musicianship.

Silver Snakes Release “Wool” Lyric Video

SILVER SNAKES have released another lyric video from there forthcoming new album, Death and the Moon. The record comes out May 3rd on Claudio Sanchez’s EVIL INK RECORDS. Fans can check out the new video for the band’s song “Wool” via the visual link below

TERROR JR DROPS “LOVED BY YOU”

Pop-duo Terror Jr have unveiled their new track “Loved By You” – available now via all DSPs via Atlantic Records. The release follows their debut full-length album Unfortunately, Terror Jr, which dropped earlier this year featuring 15 new tracks including “Pretty,” which PAPER called a “deliciously dark new political anthem,” and “Heaven Wasn’t Made For Me” which was deemed “sensational” by High Snobiety.

JAGWAR TWIN DEBUT ALBUM “SUBJECT TO FLOODING” OUT NOW

Drawn magnetically to a shared human spirit, Jagwar Twin releases debut album Subject to Flooding today on Atlantic Records. The new video for lead single “Long Time Coming” arrives alongside the album, a fitting introduction to the collective consciousness and worldly alternative sounds of Roy English, the driving force behind Jagwar Twin.

TR/ST Shares “Gone” Video Via Dazed

TR/ST has shared the new video for “Gone”, the soaring electronic pop first single from his new LP ‘The Destroyer – 1′ out now on Grouch/House Arrest. Directed by LA filmmaker Jordan Hemmingway, the visual accompaniment to “Gone” is bursting with vivid colours and lens flare around TR/ST mainman Robert Alfons’ dramatic and dark to camera performance.

Becoming Bristol Single ‘Seperate Souls’

“I wanted to submit a song called “Separate Souls” by “Becoming Bristol”. It’s about choosing meaningful things in life (people, relationships and love) over material things. The song is very vibey, has cool chords, a solid chorus hook, and a bangin groove.”

Logan Henderson’s “End of the World” Video Out Now

“End of the World” recently premiered on Idolator who described the single as “another win” and called Logan, “definitely someone you want to keep your eye on.” The song is the latest off Logan’s forthcoming EP, due out this summer, and is the second installment and follow up to 2018’s Echoes of Departures and the Endless Street of Dreams. The EP also features hit single “Pull Me Deep,” which became Henderson’s second consecutive Top 40 hit at pop radio.

Ellis Paul “I Ain’t No Jesus” Music Video Out Now; New Album ‘The Storyteller’s Suitcase’ out May 31

Originally, in a nod to John Prine, Paul imagined “Jesus coming out of his tomb at Easter and looking around at how screwed up everything is. So he says, ‘Fuck it, I’m going back in.’ It was serious, with a humorous aspect to it.” But while writing with rising country star Jamie Kent, the track morphed into a love song, much to Paul’s surprise and delight.

Emerging singer/songwriter Isaac Waddington delivers his latest single ‘Hit The Ceiling’

Acclaimed singer, songwriter & producer Isaac Waddington has unveiled the latest addition to his musical project with ‘Hit The Ceiling’, the fourth single out of five which embraces his love for funk and soul.

Jonas Blue Unveils Video For ‘What I Like About You’

Directed by Gil Green (Camila Cabello, Nicki Minaj, Jason Derulo) the video reflects the lyrical themes of early love and excitement. Set to the stunning backdrop of Miami, the ‘What I Like About You’ video oozes good times and rebellious adventure, serving as the perfect visual to his new installment of stratospheric electronic sound.

Hannah Grace releases stunning new single ‘Different Kind Of Love’

Hannah Grace has released her new single, ‘Different Kind Of Love’, the latest track to be taken from her upcoming EP, The Bed You Made, out May 10th via Never Fade Records.

MOTSA Releases ‘Rolling Back’ ft. Madeline Kenney

Austrian IDM producer MOTSA has revealed his latest offering, ‘Rolling Back’. The sophomore release from his ‘Perspectives’ LP, ‘Rolling Back’ features the mesmerising vocals of art-rock, singer-songwriter Madeline Kenney. The release of ‘Rolling Back’, MOTSA comes with the announcement of his anticipated album, ‘Perspectives’ which will be released on 7th June.

He Is Legend To Release “White Bat” This Summer, Drop New Song “Boogiewoman” — LISTEN!

“White Bat is the purest, most passionate, and the most united He is Legend has been since we wrote It Hates You. I think this album has something for every fan of each chapter in our history,” says singer Schuylar Croom about the album, which is He Is Legend’s sixth full length overall and second for Spinefarm.

Charles Bradley’s “Lonely as You Are” is out now via Innit Recordings

In late 2016, Charles Bradley faced his greatest challenge in a lifetime filled with challenges. A stomach cancer diagnosis earlier that fall forced him off the road at the peak of his career. Weakened by months of chemotherapy, facing a potentially life threatening surgery and confronting his own mortality, Bradley stepped into a home recording studio in Queens, NY and spontaneously created “Lonely as You Are.”

Bakermat releases summer filled anthem ‘Learn To Lose (feat. Alex Clare)’

Featuring the vocal talents of British singer-songwriter Alex Clare, that now marks as the second collaboration together following the producer’s well recognised single, ‘Living’, his most streamed single with more than 72 million Spotify streams to date. His next release, ‘Learn To Lose (feat. Alex Clare)’ sees the Dutch producer’s distinctive dance-focused melodies and Clare’s blues approached vocal styling – the release is sure to make its mark as an early summertime anthem.

Soto Release Second Single and Title Track “Origami”

“This is one of the earlier tunes brought to us by our new bassist, Tony Dickinson, who has experience with giving us singles from the first two SOTO albums, so he is a veteran with us even before joining the band,” states Jeff Scott Soto about the release. “The word origami is never used in the song but made for a great title and even better album title! It has Prog bits, very heavy moments yet very melodic, what we call melody with muscle! It also features some amazing frenetic guitar work from Jorge Salan, a proper blaster representative of the album!”

Miura Keys unveils vibrant mix for Lotus & Gravy’s latest track ‘Power Of Love’ featuring Nicki Minaj

Berlin based collective Miura Keys has delivered their mix for Lotus & Gravy’s new track ‘Power Of Love’ featuring famed hip-hop artist Nicki Minaj. With DJ & producer Lotus teaming up with renowned rapper Gravy, the duo have created a lively modern twist on Frankie Goes To Hollywood’s original.

Bollywood Actor To Hollywood Director, Arsh Singh Releases Epic Emotional Video

Combining his extensive experience in visual media with his natural talent for music, Arsh Singh is a star in the making. For his very first single he has chosen to release his own take on One Republic’s “If I Lose Myself”, adding his own, crystal-clear vocals and heartfelt-emotion to the track. Also directing its hard-hitting, emotionally-charged video, If I Lose Myself is the perfect introduction to Arsh’s world, one in which story-telling and human emotion rule and one which is bound to touch audiences worldwide.

ICYMI: The Murder Capital release video for new single “Green & Blue”

After a last month that has seen them fill The Electric Ballroom at just 7pm for an opening slot to IDLES, and a series of last minute shows that have swelled through word of mouth, the band will follow the release of their new single with a further UK & European tour starting this week. These dates include three shows at The Great Escape and a London headliner at The Lexington that sold out 6 weeks ahead.

Peter Frampton Bands’s New Album “All Blues” Due For Release June 7 Via UMe

All Blues, the forthcoming covers album from the Peter Frampton Band, is set for release on June 7 via UMe. The album is a collection of Frampton’s favorite blues classics and was recorded with his longtime touring band, made up of Adam Lester (guitar/vocals), Rob Arthur (keyboards/guitar/vocals) and Dan Wojciechowski (drums).

ZARA LARSSON UNVEILS NEW TRACK “WOW”

Within a month’s time, “Don’t Worry About Me” already clocked over 24 million streams. Inspiring widespread critical acclaim, Billboard proclaimed it, “a bouncy new self-empowerment anthem,” and Clash crowned it “a tour de force of pop energy.” Meanwhile, “Ruin My Life” just surpassed 305 million cumulative streams. Discussing the song, she sat down with Time who claimed, “Zara Larsson is a pop star who’s about more than just the music.”

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Announce New Album ‘Dragons’ due 8/16 | “Family” Out Today!

Dragons is the follow up to 2017’s critically acclaimed album Souvenir – the first LP in which Holcomb worked with other songwriters. Building on that collaborative spirit, Dragons features several of Holcomb’s family and friends including his wife and solo artist, Ellie Holcomb, award winning singer-songwriters Lori McKenna and Natalie Hemby, and Brooklyn indie-Americana darlings The Lone Bellow. Recorded mostly at Asheville, NC’s Echo Mountain with additional recording at The Shoebox and Casonic Lodge in Nashville, TN, Dragons was produced and engineered by Cason Cooley (Ingrid Michaelson, Ben Rector), mixed by Sean Moffitt and mastered by Joe LaPorta at Sterling Sound.

Vilma Flood – New album “Moodswinger” out today!

Inspiration was drawn from the following artists, all tied together by their strong voices, dark lyrics and fragile, detailed soundscapes: Melanie, Sharon Van Etten, Ane Brun, Leonard Cohen, Karen Dalton and Alela Diane. The tracks were built around the pedal steel, slide guitar, big sounding drums, harmony vocals and Vilma’s vibrating, immediately recognizable voice.

Acclaimed DJ and producer Sylvain Armand unveils vibrant single ‘All In’

Utilizing a slick down-tempo style, Armand laces electro-synth sounds across the mellow tones of the track, creating a summer inspired dance floor-filler. As the vibrant melody is topped by the stunning vocal delivery of singer/songwriter Richard Judge – who is known for 2015 Robin Schulz collaboration on single ‘Show Me Love’ – Armand seamlessly combines dance & pop styles throughout the release, creating a melodic production set to dominate airplay this summer.

LILY ALLEN RELEASES REMIX FOR “WHAT YOU WAITING FOR?” TODAY!

You wanted more, so Lily Allen is back and turning up the funk. She’s teamed up with Jamaican dancehall artist Popcaan for the remix of “What You Waiting For?” The original version of the track appeared on Lily Allen’s Mercury-nominated and critically acclaimed album No Shame – released in June of last year.

OMB Peezy Links w/ Lil Durk, Sada Baby, T.I. & Boosie for ‘Preacher to the Streets’ Mixtape    

Lil Durk joins Peezy on “100”, which stresses integrity and appreciation. Wise beyond his years, OMB Peezy thoughtfully narrates explicit tales that lead right to your front door. Born in Alabama and raised in the Bay, OMB Peezy offers life lessons that show growth and discipline through his experiences and thoughtful processes. In “Ms Lois House”, the rapper reflects on hard times, lessons and blessings that occurred at or near his grandmother’s infamous home.

Georgia Meek is the Sound of Raw, UK Electro-Pop on New Single

Her musical journey started with a string of successes in various bands, garnering support from the likes of Huw Stephens, Shell Zenner & BBC Introducing. However in 2017, Georgia took the step to launch her solo project. Since then, she’s rapidly made an impact with fans and the industry alike. Her critically acclaimed single ‘Bare’ clocked over 18,000 streams overnight, before rising to 350,000 listens since then. As a solo artist, she’s been featured by the likes of Clash Magazine, Stylist, Wonderland Magazine, Missguided and plenty more.

Nicole Moudaber returns with new EP ‘Seeing It Through’

Returning to MOOD Records for her first release of the year, the iconic techno artist Nicole Moudaber kicks it up a gear with ‘Seeing It Through’ – a three-track weighty EP which is everything we expect from the label boss and more. Out now, the EP follows on from last year’s hugely successful collaboration with Moby on ‘Adoption’.

VEONITY New Single/Lyrics Video ‘Beyond The Horizon’

Beyond The Horizon takes place many years after the Vikings glorious victory over Atlantis. As the warriors life is coming to an end, they embark on a final journey to the great halls of Valhalla!

MARINA RELEASES EAGERLY ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM ‘LOVE + FEAR’ OUT NOW

Split in to two eight-song collections, ‘LOVE + FEAR’ lands as MARINA’S fourth full-length record since 2015’s critically-acclaimed ‘FROOT’. Inspired by psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ theory that all emotions stem from love and fear, the album is a lush, vibrant and powerful representation of these two driving forces behind human responses.

New Music This Week – Beyoncé, P!nk, the Cranberries, and More

New Releases for the Week of April 26, 2019 – Here are our editors’ picks for this week’s most noteworthy new releases. Check out a specific album or visit our New Releases page for more information.

TOMMY ASHBY releases Golden Arrow EP + Single Apollo (New Love)

There’s a lot of contrast throughout the EP from striped back tracks, to far bigger bolder sounds, but the music lives in the same world. Lead single Apollo (New Love) is a gorgeous blend of softly plucked guitar melodies and lush atmospherics and is central to the entire EP.