The Decemberists’ album The Hazards of Love was released by EMI’s Capitol Records in March to rave reviews with NPR calling the album an “epic adventure” and SPIN writing that it “yields spectacular sparks,” adding that it contains “some of the snarliest, bluesiest, rockingest moments in The Decemberists’ catalog.” The raves continued when the band…
SLAYER UNVEILS MULTIPLE CD COVERS FOR ‘WORLD PAINTED BLOOD’
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Slayer’s World Painted Blood, the band’s highly-anticipated new album set for a November 3 release (American Recordings), will initially ship with four special collector’s edition CD covers. Each of the four covers will display one-fourth of a provocative continental map illustrated with human skulls and bones; when placed together, the four images form a complete…
SMILE EMPTY SOUL OFFER FREE MILITARY DOWNLOAD
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Smile Empty Soul would like to offer this free download as a way of thanking the proud men and women who serve our great country. We appreciate your bravery, your commitment to our freedom and we keep you in our thoughts for a safe return home.
UNCLE KRACKER UNVEILS U.S. TOUR PLANS
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Top Dog/Atlantic recording artist Uncle Kracker has announced details of his upcoming US tour. The dates — which see the Detroit-based DJ/singer-songwriter embarking on a headlining run before traveling as special guests of Train — kick off on October 1st at 20th Century Theatre in Cincinnati and then continue through late November. The tour…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: NOE “Who I Am Feat. D League”
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STEFON HARRIS NEW VIDEO FOR “GONE”
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Urbanus, the new album from Stefon Harris and Blackout has received rave reviews, Audiophile Audition says “… it is one motivated by barriers being broken down and the embrace of diversification: think of it as jazz for the iPod generation.” Now Stefon Harris and Blackout are releasing the first official music video for…
FOXY SHAZAM SIGN WITH SIRE RECORDS
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Red hot, piano-driven, toe-tapping “rock ‘n soul” sextet Foxy Shazam has signed to Sire Records. The Cincinnati, OH band is putting the finishing touches on their debut for the label, due out in early 2010. Citing influences as varied as Marvin Gaye, Elton John and “Born To Run”-era Bruce Springsteen, Foxy Shazam has been creating…
STEVIE STONE NEW VIDEO FOR “WAIT A MINUTE”
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Simmering deep in the middle of America is one of hip-hop’s best kept secrets. Poised and ready to dish and deliver is the 25-year-old Columbia, Missouri native nearly scientifically and all naturally composed of lyrical versatility, broad range, and diverse music. Liken him to hip-hop’s unprecedented bionic man, ready to leap through lyrics and bound…
ORIGAUDIO LAUNCHES LIMITED EDITION FOLD N’ PLAY RECYCLED SPEAKERS
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OrigAudio today unveils its new limited edition Fold n’ Play speakers–the first-of-its-kind recycled, self-powered, portable speakers that start flat and fold together like origami.
U-K’S DAME VERA LYNN SCORES NUMBER ONE ALBUM AT 92
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At age 92, Dame Vera Lynn has beaten the Arctic Monkeys and even the Beatles to capture the number one song in Britain. The singer is now the oldest living artist to have a number one album in Britain, with her record We’ll Meet Again — The Very Best of Vera Lynn at the top…
TREY SONGZ AND AMERIE RELEASE DUET
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While walking the red carpet for the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, Amerie told us about her upcoming In Love & War album. The “Why RU” singer revealed that she teamed up with Trey Songz on a track called “Pretty Brown Eyes” — which samples Mint Condition’s hit song “Breakin’ My Heart.” SKOPE IT HERE!
BRAD ARNOLD GETS MARRIED
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3 Doors Down’s most eligible bachelor is single no more. According to People magazine, Brad Arnold got married over the weekend in his hometown of Escatawpa, Mississippi to horseback rider Jennifer Sanderford. Arnold told the mag, “My baby is a sweet girl. I couldn’t be more happy. I thank God everyday…
WALE JUMPS ON TOUR WITH JAY-Z
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During the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, Wale revealed that his upcoming Attention Deficit album has been pushed back. The D.C. native told us that he is planning on going on opening up for Jay-Z on the upcoming college campus tour. In addition, fans can expect Wale’s debut LP to hit shelves on November 3rd.
KANYE ANGERS KELLY CLARKSON TOO
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P!nk isn’t the only singer who’s not pleased with Kanye West. Kelly Clarkson took to her personal blog to write an angry letter to the hip-hop superstar, where she called him many names, including a “sad human being,” and even said she likes her ex-boyfriend who cheated on her more than she likes him.…
P!NK CALLS OUT KANYE
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P!nk is not happy with what happened between Taylor Swift and Kanye West at this weekend’s VMAs. The “So What” singer took to her Twitter to discuss Kanye’s rushing of the stage and wrote that, “Kanye West is the biggest piece of s**t on earth. Quote me.” She then went on to say…
JANET JACKSON RELEASES NEW SINGLE FOR FANS
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Shortly after her show-stopping performance at the MTV VMAs, Janet Jackson took to her Twitter to let her fans know some really good news. She is ready to release a buzz single called “”Make Me,” which we’ll help tide us over until she drops her upcoming album. Janet tweeted that she is excited to give…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: KERI HILSON feat. NATSTAR “THE RING”
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NEW LL COOL J SONG, INSPIRED BY HIS ROLE ON “NCIS: LOS ANGELES” PREMIERE
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LL COOL J’s newest song, inspired by his role on NCIS: LOS ANGELES and written and performed by him, is now available on iTunes – and can be sampled on cbs.com and boomdizzle.com.
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Gucci Mane ft. OJ Da Juiceman “WASTED” RMX
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TEGAN AND SARA TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM
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One of the most celebrated and beloved forces in modern music, Canadian pop-rock icons Tegan and Sara will release their eagerly awaited sixth studio album, entitled SAINTHOOD, on October 27th on Sire/Vapor Records. SAINTHOOD was produced by Death Cab for Cutie’s Chris Walla (who also produced 2007’s critically applauded THE CON) and Howard Redekopp…
ROCKPIT.COM CELEBRATES OFFICIAL LAUNCH WITH CREED LIVE IN CONCERT
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ROCKPIT.COM, the new music website dedicated to all things rock, will celebrate its official launch LIVE with CREED from the Cynthia Wood Mitchell Pavilion in Houston to kick off the High Definition Live Webcast Concert Series along the multi-platinum, Grammy-winning rockers’ Full Circle tour. Be a part of the action as it happens for FREE…
The Black Crowes, Before the Frost/Until the Freeze
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This past year has seen plenty of rock bands that ruled the 90s reunite in an effort to relive their past glories with some being much more welcome (Blur!!) than others (Creed??). Nevertheless, do not lump the Black Crowes in with this reunion bands. Sure, the blues rock band led by Chris and Rich Robinson…
LIVE NATION KEEPS THEIR ALL-IN, NO FEE CONCERT TICKET DEALS GOING
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This Wednesday’s No Fee, All-In concert ticket deals include hundreds of shows by an enormous variety of artists from every genre of music. Beginning on September 16th at 12:01 a.m., live music fans can purchase concert tickets at the All-In, No Fee Prices of $10, $20 and $30 to shows by such artists as…
WIRED.COM PREMIERS NEW MOBY VIDEO FOR “MISTAKE”
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Moby will release “Mistake” the new single from his critically lauded album “Wait For Me” on September 15, 2009. “’Wait For Me’ is a very personal record,” Moby says, “For me “Mistake” is the most personal song on the album. It’s definitely the product of spending my adolescence listening to Joy Division and Echo and…
SKOPE TV INTERVIEWS DAN MURPHY OF D&M GUITARS IN NEW ENGLAND
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Skope TV headed out to Tewksbury, MA on Saturday afternoon to meet a true guitar connoisseur. Dan Murphy the owner of D&M Guitars was gracious enough to have Skope at his shop in Tewksbury, MA.
Michel Ackermann, Kite
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This Berlin-based singer/songwriter brings you a 4-song EP titled Kite. I have to mention the cover art due to its incredibly tranquil setting. I am seeing vivid blues skies along with plush, white clouds. The initial reaction of this scenery is a very peaceful feeling, which could definitely offer someone a calming effect. Now, let’s…
SANTANA’S TRUMPETER BILL ORTIZ GOES SOLO WITH NEW ALBUM
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Bill Ortiz, a legendary name synonymous to San Francisco’s music scene, has been receiving nothing but accolades for his debut CD, From Where I Stand, since it was released on July 12th, and he’s returning to Las Vegas backing Carlos Santana for a two week stand at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel and…
Nitin Sawhney, London Undersound
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“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” -Alan Watts Very rarely does anything good come out of a terrorist attack (I distinctly remember that unfortunate collaboration between Nelly ( “I’m just kiddin’ like Jason”) and Fred “Don’t get me started” Durst,…
Imelda May, Love Tattoo
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With a voice that’s impossible not to fall in love with, and a heaping helping of Audrey Horn (Sherilyn Fenn) sex appeal; Imelda May can with your heart in a verse. This Dubliner rose to fame after being hand-picked by former founder-member of Squeeze; Jools Holland to appear on his show “Later… with Jools…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Melba Moore & Phil Perry “Optimistic”
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311 ANNOUNCE FALL & WINTER TOUR
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Multi-platinum rock band 311 have announced their Fall/Winter Tour starting November 11. Tickets go on sale for a number of markets starting Friday, September 11. Opening acts on select dates include State Radio, Kottonmouth Kings and one show with Slightly Stoopid. Uplifter (Volcano/Jive Records) the band’s 9th studio album was released this past June and…
THE REVELATIONS NEW VIDEO FOR “HOW DO I TELL HIM”
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The Revelations new single “How Do I Tell Him” is gaining steam at Urban AC radio currently charting at #39 and rising with plays in major markets across the U.S. Revelations’ debut album The Bleeding Edge hits stores October 6th via Decision Records/Traffic Entertainment. Deep Soul EP is available now. [youtube KInr2LPAv1g nolink] www.myspace.com/trewilliamsrevelations
SKOPE & CAVO ARE GIVING AWAY A EPIPHONE GUITAR
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In celebration of their recent major-label debut Bright Nights * Dark Days, Cavo and Skope Magazine want to give one lucky fan the tool they need to become a rock star too. Cavo is giving away an Epiphone Special II Vintage Sunburst guitar signed by the band. Enter now for your chance to win!
GREEN DAY SNAG PRIMA DONNA FOR EUROPE TOUR
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Acetate Recording artists PRIMA DONNA have been selected by East Bay punk legends GREEN DAY as main support for their upcoming UK and Europe tour. The tour kicks off September 28 in Lisbon, Portugal and concludes November 12 in Turin, Italy, including dates in the U.K., Spain, France, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, Scotland, Ireland,…
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: Robin Guthrie “Sparkle”
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THE PHENOMENAL HANDCLAP BAND RELEASE BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR SINGLE “15 TO 20”
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In celebration of their forthcoming air, land and sea adventures, the band is releasing their brand new video for the single, “15 to 20,” directed by Moh Azima.
Arctic Monkeys, Humbug
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It is hard to believe that it has been only three years since the Arctic Monkeys burst onto the rock scene with its fantastic debut, the Mercury Prize-winning Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not. That recording will be forever loved because of its standout singles such as “I Bet You Look Good…
SCOTT WEILAND LAUNCHES CLOTHING LINE / IMAGES
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Scott Weiland, legendary lead singer of Stone Temple Pilots and multi Grammy award-winning artist, performed live at The Roxy in Los Angeles on September 9th to promote the launch of his new men’s clothing line, Weiland for English Laundry. He arrived styled in a Weiland for English Laundry lightweight, brushed silver-khaki and light blue three…
D-LO OFFERS MP3 FOR “U ALREADY KNO DOE”
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D-Lo’s presence in the Bay Area is only increasing due to all the raw uncut material he’s been delivering to the streets. With his newest track “U Already Kno Doe,” his buzz is only going to continue to get stronger.
SKOPE EXCLUSIVES: MIKE BLESS “DO IT LIKE THIS”
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We at Skopemag.com get hundreds of exclusive tracks via various vendors on a daily basis. The goal for us is to share with our readers as many tracks that come in. Please note that some of these links expire so you got to get it while it’s hot! MIKE BLESS “DO IT LIKE THIS”: SKOPE…
