The Black Seeds have their roots in the coastal capital city of Wellington, New Zealand, a small, tight-knit creative community that in recent years has produced such things as The Lord Of The Rings films and the comedy duo Flight Of The Conchords. The 8-piece group push out dirty dancehall and a deep throbbing dub…

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Alice in Chains are preparing to release Black Gives Way To Blue on September 29th, and are now giving fans a sneak peek at each track from the album here. Black Gives Way To Blue has been praised by Revolver for its “dense tapestry of heavy guitars and soaring melodies” and Reuters wrote “the heavy…

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Independent web and mobile video content platform Babelgum (http://www.babelgum.com) will offer director Jon Reiss’ film documentary about the history of the international graffiti scene, BOMB IT, free-to-view online exclusively on Babelgum’s site (http://www.babelgum.com/bombit). The full-length documentary, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and has screened at over 20 other festivals including Full Frame Doc…

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After achieving great success with Hip-Hop superstar Trina’s last album, “Still Da Baddest,” which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s R&B/Rap charts in April 2008, Slip-N-Slide Records and EMI Label Services have expanded their exclusive distribution partnership in North America to include new albums and music from R&B luminaries Jagged Edge, and Hip-Hop notables Trina and…

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Tokyo Police Club, the Newmarket Ontario quartet hailed by Rolling Stone as “poised to become the biggest Canadian export since Molson,” have signed an exclusive U.S. recording deal with mom+pop.   The band is currently recording its second full length album, with an expected release projected for early 2010.

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Yesterday afternoon Lady Gaga tweeted: “Marc jacobs/vmagazince perfomance inspired by my favorite new artist this year: check out his version of ‘just dance’: ladies+gents: gary-go”

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Pitbull has recruited Nicole Scherzinger from The Pussycat Dolls to jump on the official remix to his hit song “Hotel Room.” Rap-Up.com reports the singer is also giving another shot at a solo project. Check out the new song today: SKOPE IT HERE!

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According to Billboard, U2 are set to play a (RED) Campaign benefit concert on October 4th in New York’s Carnegie Hall. Scarlett Johansson, Rufus Wainwright and others are also set to perform. The concert is part of the (RED) Nights concert series, which aims to help the fight against AIDS in Africa.

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The Beatles’ remastered back catalog was released last week and their fans bought the albums in droves.   According to Nielsen SoundScan, the iconic group sold 626-thousand units last week.   The best seller was 1969’s Abbey Road, which moved 89-thousand copies, enough to make it the third most popular album in the U-S that…

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In December, Joe Satriani sued Coldplay, alleging their track “Viva La Vida” contained “substantial, original portions” of his 2004 tune “If I Could Fly.”   Well this week, the copyright infringement case was dismissed.   While details of the case are sealed, legal sources told Billboard a financial settlement was most likely reached.   Either…

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Just when you thought the Kanye West versus Taylor Swift discussion was over, someone has decided to make a t-shirt that reads: “I Hated Kanye West Before Hating Kanye Was Cool.” According to Wooha.com, the exclusive tee is available for a limited time only for just nine dollars. Visit TeeFury.com to get yours today. SKOPE…

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After writing Whitney Houston’s “Million Dollar Bill” and singing on Jay-Z’s “Empire State Of Mind,” Alicia Keys has found time to record new material of her own. The songstress has released a new single called “Doesn’t Mean Anything,” which is said to be off her upcoming fourth studio album.

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Jay-Z’s The Blueprint 3 debuts at number one on the Billboard album chart, selling over 476-thousand units, according to Nielsen SoundScan.   It marks Jay’s 11th number one album and pushes him ahead of Elvis Presley as the solo act with the most number one albums in the 50-plus-year history of the Billboard album chart.…

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For a limited time only, concert fans can buy The Live Nation Club Passport for $49.99, All-In and No Fees, and see every show at Live Nation clubs in their city for the rest of the year, subject to availability.   If you’re a Live Nation Club Passport holder, and the show’s not sold-out, you’re…

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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! ETM “Gimme Money”: SKOPE IT HERE!

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Brand New, who will release Daisy 9/22, are slowly starting to get fans amped up for their new album by releasing videos from the Daisy Studio Sessions. With rehearsals and jam sessions being outside of the norm for Brand New the footage from the Daisy Studio Sessions becomes that much more special. “Sowing Season” has…

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Christofer Drew, the 18-year-old singer-songwriter and guitarist who records under the alias Never Shout Never, is putting the finishing touches on his first Sire Records full-length album with noted producer Butch Walker (Weezer, Katy Perry, Pete Yorn). Recorded in both Los Angeles and London (at the world-famous Abbey Road Studio), the as-yet-untitled album will be…

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If you’ve seen their SOLD-OUT Holiday shows, now experience them full-blast!   From the U.S. to Europe to Asia, Rockapella continues to blaze trails sonically and geographically.   Returning to Boston with new songs, new staging and new surprises, the five-man powerhouse continues to push a cappella to unexpected heights.   This awe-inspiring quintet of…

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Rebel Rock Entertainment/Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording artist B.o.B aka. Bobby Ray has been hailed as one of hip-hop’s most inventive and exciting young artists. Named among XXL’s “10 Freshmen of 2009,” the ATL-based rapper’s hugely anticipated debut album, “B.o.B PRESENTS THE ADVENTURES OF BOBBY RAY,” is due out earlier next year.   After wrapping up the…

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Queen Latifah is also running a contest on her official site site, create a one minute video performance showcasting the Queen Latifah persona that fits you best. One finalist per tour date will open Queeh Latifah’s show! See www.queenlatifah.com for more info! Queen Latifah “Cue The Rain” on Jimmy Fallon: SKOPE IT HERE!

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Not only has Jah Cure been an ever present feature locally but the artiste has also cracked the US market with his recent collaboration with Jason Mraz and ace rapper Lil Wayne on Mraz’s I’m Yours Remix.

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On October 27th, U2 will re-release their 1984 album The Unforgettable Fire. The Edge handled the re-mastering duties for the record, which will come out in four different configurations including a 180 gram vinyl album version, a standard re-mastered CD version, a deluxe double version with a 36 page bound book and a limited edition…

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Chris Martin, No Doubt, Wolfmother, Sheryl Crow, Gavin Rossdale and more are all set to play the annual Bridge School Benefit concert in Mountain View, California on October 24th and 25th. The event, which is set up by Neil Young and his wife, will also feature a performance from the legendary singer. The benefit concert…

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Mike Shinoda is using his artwork to help a cause. The Linkin Park man has donated over 140 signed poster prints from his Glorious Excess (Dies) art exhibition to Music for Relief. The artwork will be given away at a global online raffle. The grand prize winner will also get an all expenses paid trip…

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Bon Jovi have just confirmed details regarding their forthcoming album The Circle.   According to PlanetRock.com, the band’s 11th studio effort is going be available on November 9th and will feature 12 tracks.   Not only that, but the group will be touring behind the record in 2010 in America, and will almost certainly be…

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Jason Mraz recently got a new tattoo that says “Be Love” and on Thursday night, you can see him getting it!   That’s because the singer-songwriter is going to be featured on the latest episode of L-A Ink.   See Kat Von D tatting-up Jason, Thursday at 10 Eastern on TLC.

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Patrick Swayze passed away Monday and many artists took to their Twitter accounts to say their thoughts about the late actor. Former American Idol champ David Cook said “RIP” adding that he is “so tired of watching people die from this.”   Presumably, he’s talking about cancer, which Swayze died from and his brother passed…

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According to the Associated Press, The Fray’s Joseph King and Isaac Slade have filed a lawsuit against their manager over the copyrights to their songs.   The songwriting duo, who penned the band’s hits like “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life,” say manager Gregg Latterman’s company obtained partial ownership of…

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Kanye West has made another apology to Taylor Swift for his behavior on Sunday night’s MTV Video Music Awards — this time on the premiere of The Jay Leno Show. Leno was not scheduled to interview ‘Ye Monday since the rapper was just on the show to perform with Jay-Z and Rihanna. However, West asked…

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Taylor Swift appeared on The View yesterday morning letting everyone know that Kanye West had not tried to reach out to her personally. According to ABC, West then called Taylor and apologized after the show. On a happier note, Taylor announced that she has officially gotten her own condo in Nashville.

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Warner Bros. Records and the New Boyz are pleased to announce the availability of the duo’s iJerkin’ App on the App Store. The iJerkin’ App allows fans to use their iPhone or iPod touch to make their own dance video to the New Boyz’s summer hit “You’re A Jerk.” [youtube wLvyeCxt6aA nolink]   The unique…

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The new album by Ghost vs Sanne is an attempt to explore the many facets of the human experience. This is an amalgam of Electronic Pop and Soul that will simultaneously take you to the dance floor and into the various layers of the soul. Just as you think you’ve put Ghost vs Sanne in…

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