It may be hard to see any silver-linings whilst we are still going through the lockdowns and isolation enforced by the pandemic but with a bit of distance, our future selves will be able to look back and see some significant and positive changes brought on by this dark time. Necessity, is after all, the…
Campfire Bob goes for a soulful togetherness on the beautiful, rustic folk of “Walk The Land”. The way the song embraces a communal sensibility feels remarkable. From the ramshackle rambling rhythms to the joyous sound that resonates from the guitars, there is a tenderness to it. Everything about it features a tremendous spirit of togetherness.…
by Nick Christophers It is always nice to see someone from a small town grow into something big. This is the case for Tyshawn Johnson, otherwise known as Yvng Swag. Yvng Swag has done the impossible by becoming a social media sensation before turning 21. From the small town of Kent County, Maryland of 19,000…
22 year old singer-songwriter, Gabriella Stella, has delivered a gem of a single with her release of “Dirty Laundry” today. With sweet vocals and transcendent production, the single has a double entendre meaning to it. Coming from the idea of a new outfit, excited to show everyone, and then losing its appeal after the first…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Heavy Feather release “Sometimes I Feel” single Heavy Feather release “Sometimes I Feel”, the fourth and final single leading up to the Swedish root rock band’s upcoming sophomore album “Mountain of Sugar”. “Sometimes I Feel” stands out from the rest of the album as guitarist Matte Gustafsson takes on the role…
In this digital era, many people want passive income by getting big money in a short time with online methods. There is a new service coming out, and it’s called Website ATM. The website ATM review has been one of the most critical things you need to know about these services. This is because it…
Erectile dysfunction causes are broadly categorized into two categories: Physical and Psychological. Learn more about some of the common physical causes of ED. Erectile dysfunction is the most common sexual problem which affects millions of men in the world. If you experience persistent erection problems, you should consult your doctor immediately to determine if you…
Desde España nace la cantante Laura Santos que desde el 2013 esta fuerte en la escena musical de su país. Nació en Barcelona y desde muy joven escuchaba música que le estremecía el alma y recorría cada rincón repitiendo cada canción que le gustaba. Con flamenco en la sangre, sus inicios fueron junto a grandes…
Good songs excite listeners and get them moving. Great ones get those listeners to think and reflect, even as they dance. But truly extraordinary songs are transportive: they open up a gateway into a world of sound where the parameters are defined by the imaginations of those making the music. Butta B-Rocka makes music like…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Video: Frac & Tone – Curious Styles The first single off of Frac & Tone’s debut album Sweet Chin Music, “Curious Styles” shakes the pavement with heavy ink blots of bass mixed with a carousel organ, and stair stepping rhyme cadences that’ll rival a stuttering kid with the hiccups. Emerging Singer-Songwriter…
There’s no doubt about it; starting the home buying process can be quite a daunting task to take on, especially if you’re a first-time buyer. Everything from mortgage lenders and the moving process is enough to make some people quit. However, there’s another area where homebuyers are going to struggle in, and that is in…
In the wake of glowing praise from the likes of The Guardian (‘a ferocious, belly-deep sound, but somehow tender with it’), Q Magazine (‘a force of nature’), The Quietus (‘a beautiful noise that at once grips and beguiles, as befits a natural-born storyteller’) and many more, John J Presley released his latest album ‘Albany Sessions’…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE DROP NEW TRACK + VIDEO “THE SERVER IS IMMERSED” SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE has a new album ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH coming April 9th on Saddle Creek, and here’s the next single from it. Accompanied by a video cut up and edited by the band’s Zachary Schwartz, “THE SERVER…
Toronto-based singer songwriter, Sia Shells, rhymes about the everyday magic we find through relationships, self love, reflection and dreams. Her emotive contralto vocals juxtaposed against upbeat dream pop sounds instantly transport you to another world. On the brand new track, “Magic Girl,” Sia Shells collaborates with fellow Toronto multi-genre artist, Ekelle to create a mantra…
Jude Gwynaire gives us some insight (and a few fish stories) concerning his single “The Swordfish.” Skope: I hear a bit of a Velvet Underground chord progression in parts of this single. Were they an influence? Jude Gwynaire: I love the Velvet Underground’s first album, and have heard the second album a few times, but…
Jude Gwynaire’s “The Swordfish” begins with a cool little electric guitar intro. Its style incorporates a lot of different genres. It has folk and country in it, but because it also features electric guitar, one can also hear rock & roll running through it. If you’re a Velvet Underground fan, you may (like me) hear…
“So What?” was written a couple of years ago when thinking about my younger years. How even then religion was detrimental. I remember growing up in NYC with my family visiting from all corners of New York to get together. The cousins would be playing, the men telling stories and playing dominoes while the women…
Today, genre blending sensation Jeris Johnson returns with the visual for “roses red.” The dream like music video features visceral flashbacks of Jeris, well, being Jeris. Viewers will be transported to a fun-house of sorts where they will watch the artist melt, meld, fight, and more. The bold and burgeoning artist recently showcased his one…
WHAT & WHEN Electro-Pop-Satire artist True Being writes a compelling alternative love song for a pre-dystopian age in debut single “Wrong Love Song” out now. WHERE From an underground converted WW2 bomb shelter in South London, True Being releases his debut single. HOW He gives us a humorous but frank look at society and the…
Collaborating quietly for the past year, PJ Harding & Noah Cyrus surprise listeners everywhere with the release of their first single and music video as a duo titled “Dear August,” out now via RECORDS/RCA Records. The song heralds the arrival of their forthcoming collaborative EP PEOPLE DON’T CHANGE, due out later this year. – https://smarturl.it/DearAugust…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Flora Cash return with “Feeling So Down” “Feeling So Down” follows the seemingly unstoppable success of Flora Cash’s breakthrough hit single, “You’re Somebody Else.” First released in 2017, the RIAA platinum certified single has proven a true viral phenomenon, currently boasting over 250M worldwide streams while ranking as one of Shazam’s…
Artist/songwriter Sy Ari da Kid continues chronicling the ups and downs of personal relationships in his latest album titled, ‘It’s Not You, It’s Me.’ Sy Ari’s highly anticipated thirteen-song playlist that dropped Friday February 5.Regarding the new album, Sy Ari states, “Sometimes we get to a point where even though we love someone, we realize…
Lullabies aren’t just for children. Older people like to be tucked in with kind words and sweet melodies, too. A pleasant song before sleeping does wonders to chase away the fears that proliferate after dark. Then there are the lullabies that aren’t quite so benign: the bedtime stories told by straying lovers to fool their…
Sometimes the first spin around isn’t enough for a track to realize its full potential Sometimes the first spin around isn’t enough for a track to realize its full potential Some tracks become hits immediately after being released, others take a little more time. Some tracks can go for months, even a couple of years…
Some people are so fond of drinking coffee as much as their day does not start without a mug of coffee. A general perception is that we automatically think of caffeine when we discuss coffee but it would not be wrong to say that coffee is a little bit more than caffeine. For some people,…
Steve Lesnard is a highly knowledgeable and versatile professional who has worked as an executive for some of the world’s best-known brands. He recently was appointed to the role of CMO and VP of Product Creation of The North Face. This move has allowed him to use his vast brand marketing skills to help launch…
Pop artist, Anie Delgado is fighting climate change with her inspiring new video for “Dancing While The World is on Fire.” The uptempo pop song earned her a spot on Billboard’s 10 New Pop Songs of the Week where they said, “Delgado’s new single offers more than a pandemic-approved name, as the newcomer addresses the…
Building on his recent success of bridging his career between English-speaking songs as well as Spanish versions, Evan Craft is releasing his fourth full-length Spanish album, along with an English version and his first ever deluxe bilingual album – all on Feb. 19. Craft, a non-Hispanic, has become a welcomed artist in the Latino community…
Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum is comprised of vocalist, lyricist, musician and actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), drummer Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers, Morningwood) and keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie). The songs on THANKS FOR COMING, most of which were created under the cloud of the pandemic in…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Chicago Rap Duo Mother Nature Share New Single Rising Chicago female rap duo Mother Nature have a new mixtape on the way this spring and today they’ve released the first single and video. Watch the two trade bars beneath the EL Train in “MOMENTZ” produced by BoatHouse, an impressive display of…
Not only does homeownership mark an important milestone in modern American life, but it also sets you on your way toward financial security. While renting drains your savings and does nothing for your general financial health, owning property provides you with a vital financial asset. With hard work, diligence, and the right strategy, you can…
Many MEP contractors and estimators face few problems, from unexpected costs to cash flow issues, miscommunication, and operational inefficiencies. It is also a fact that customers don’t care about having excuses. They only demand accurate, transparent, and professional bids within no time. Reliable MEP Cost Estimating involves a combination of inputs of architects, manufacturers, engineers,…
Rewarding an employee for excellent performance is one of their main motivators to work even harder. What more could you ask for than being acknowledged for your achievements and being rewarded for it? It makes employees happy and keeps everyone on their toes. But finding the best reward for a hard-earned achievement can be difficult.…
The necessity for firms to use business software solutions such as mobile applications has increased since a decade. Several entrepreneurs invest most of their resources to develop an app that either helps their operation or promote their offerings to the public. Regardless of the reason, this is a sign that every smart business owner should…
The United Kingdom (UK) is an island country positioned off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. The UK basically encompasses four historical and geographic parts—Northern Island, Wales, Scotland, and England. The most remarkable economic development has been the emergence of service industries, including software and computing systems, market research, advertising, management consultancy, and even Video…
Zimbabwean-British songstress Shingai’s collaboration with the esteemed DJ Lara Fraser for their new single and video “In This World”, out today via Eagle Ent. (KJ Spio): Previously known as the lead singer and bassist from The Noisettes, Shingai’s powerful, mellifluous vocal ability creates the perfect synergy with DJ Lara’s soft electro-pop production. Simultaneously an outspoken…
“My Person” is about letting go of the future Tayler romanticized with the person who has been in her life throughout the past decade. In the vulnerable & empowering track, Tayler touches on the hurt she has experienced throughout the tumultuous relationship, singing “I’m so tired of the hurting/I can’t believe I ever thought you…
Make no mistake, if you think this video is as cute as it appears at first look you’ll be proven wrong. If you think it’s just this wooden toy figure listening to some fab slide guitar experi-mentality, wandering pointlessly around wooden toyland, look closer. In tense times like these, when political upheaval, questions of tyranny…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jeremy Ivey Releases ‘The Monolith Sessions’ EP Today, Listen Now “The 5 Spot is a special place to me for a lot of reasons,” Ivey explains. “It was where I played my first solo show, it’s where Margo and I honed our live band Buffalo Clover. It feels like home, just…
Jay Moussa-Mann is a multi-disciplinary artist from the UK with endless creative vision. She has just released a haunting new single, ‘What Makes You Think’. Jay is also a filmmaker and enjoys directing and editing her own music videos. Jay’s flair for songwriting and unique vocal shine through on this song, which is so full…
