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SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 22, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

Bassnectar announces ‘Reflective Pt. 3’ EP Bassnectar has also announced Be Interactive, a new nonprofit with the mission of funding fan’s good deeds to improve their communities and the world. Be Interactive is holding its first benefit show on September 29th at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco featuring Bassnectar, The Glitch Mob, Dead…

Renting Film Equipment: Alternative to buying your own Supplies

Whether you are a beginner or seasoned professional, one of the main challenges of filmmaking is the video production costs. Filmmakers usually find it difficult to buy a new lens or fancy camera for each and every shoot. You are likely to be participating in different kinds of projects if you manage a professional video…

IBRU Presents “War and Violence” Video / Single

Originally from the Bahamas, IBRU blends reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop with a touch of pop influences for a sound best described as reggae fusion. He gained substantial knowledge about himself through being an Iraqi War veteran, and managed to come out a stronger man, sharing his experiences with the world through his music.With the energy…

New Video By A.Def “OP8 of the Masses”

Headquartered in the deserts of New Mexico, A.DEF – short for “attention deficit” – is the collaboration of hip hop artists Nick FuriouStylz and X24, who bring a wry sensibility to personal, social, societal, and political commentary. Nick FuriouStylz and X24 have never been ones to conform, even to their own preferred musical genre, incorporating…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 22, 2018 @ 7 AM EST

Phil Collins Meets Tame Impala New Single Beachwood Coyotes have garnered both critical and commercial acclaim with features on high-profile media outlets such as Wonderland Magazine, LA Weekly, the 405, One’s to Watch, Culture Collide, and Huffington Post, as well as multiple music placements on MTV. Half Human – ‘A1 Club’ Single & Video Half…

Kaz Bielinski – ‘You’ll Believe’

Kaz Bielinski sings with power on the tender “You’ll Believe”. Done with the utmost of grace and style, the western twang of the country sound rings true. Soulful and delivered with such heart, Kaz Bielinski crafts an immaculate world throughout the entire piece. By far the true highlight of the track comes from Kaz Bielinski’s…

Muse Release New Single And Video “Something Human”

Muse unleash their newest single and video, “Something Human,” from their upcoming album coming this November. Co-produced by the band and Rich Costey and mixed by Mark ‘Spike’ Stent, “Something Human” is an uplifting, cinematic, yet intimate track that lyrically addresses the need to reset and re-engage with our human emotions. The video for “Something…

How to select gifts for the Raksha Bandhan ceremony?

Raskha Bandhan is the festival to celebrate the relation of brother and sister. This day is the symbol of unconditional love and affection the siblings share. Among many other rituals, the ritual of exchanging the gifts is one of the most important. Therefore, selecting an ideal Raksha Bandhan gift for brother or sister becomes really…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 21, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

EYEHATEGOD: Guitarist Brian Patton Issues Statement Regarding Decision To Leave Band The band will be playing as a four-piece. Longtime guitarist Brian Patton, who’s been missing in action on the last few EYEHATEGOD tours, recently issued a statement regarding his decision to leave the band. “Touring and being away from my family started to get…

Billie Eilish Drops New Single “you should see me in a crown”

Fast rising, internationally acclaimed Darkroom/Interscope Records artist Billie Eilish has released a brand new stellar single today titled “you should see me in a crown.” The track premiered earlier today on BBC Radio 1’s Annie Mac show as a Hottest Record and is available across all digital platforms now. Described as “dark and twisted” by…

The evolution of health care in recent times

When you look at where the health care sector is now compared to even ten years ago, the change is startling. What should be remembered, though, is that this is in a positive way that has improved the sector immensely. By its very nature, health care is always evolving to keep up to date with…

Honest Men release EP ‘Honest Men’

Whenever a band goes into the studio to record anything, whether it be an extended play or a full-blown LP, there are plenty of expectations that are present for both the group and their fans. For one, if there is a rip roar stage reputation to live up to, then artists often face pressure to…

R.W. Roldan new single ‘Falling Star’

Recording artists of all backgrounds and stylistic directions strive to create music that connects with people on a different level than anything else in their lives. Singles are an opportunity to give audiences a sample sized intro to their identity as a songwriter and performer, and moreover, they are an excellent chance to display just…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 21, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

NOTHING,NOWHERE. SHARES “REJECTER” VIDEO nothing,nowhere. has shared an official video for “rejecter,” which is streaming today exclusively via Pigeons & Planes who state, “‘rejecter’ perfectly exemplifies why nothing,nowhere.’s music is so exciting. Taking a number of familiar elements, he’s crafted a world of sound that’s both fresh and recognizable. It’s somewhere between the completely new-age…

Funding Your Music Projects: 6 Ways to Success

Being a musician doesn’t mean you need to live with unpredictable paychecks. Your music can also be a way for you to earn bucks and even build your own studio. This might be disgusting to talk to because we all know music is passion, arts, and hard work. But, to produce music you also need…

Sofi Tukker Shares Music Video for “Good Time Girl”

Ahead of their European summer festival run, SOFI TUKKER shares the music video for their single “Good Time Girl” featuring Charlie Barker. Come along with the gang as they indulge in simple pleasures while floating down the river on Charlie’s London houseboat. “This is a really personal, tongue-in-cheek song about navigating this nebulous thing called…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 21, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

Scott Storch and Vevo premiere Still Storch documentary Today, Vevo has exclusively released, ‘Still Storch,’ an original film about legendary music producer Scott Storch. From his early beginnings as a member of The Roots band to producing worldwide hits for Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Chris Brown and many others. This no-holes barred mini-doc delves…

Using Temporary And Cheap Signage Will Help Your Business

If you are thinking on the lines of improving your business and at the same time looking for signs on the cheap, it is best to consider temporary signage for that purpose. It is the most affordable and effective way to promote and advertise your business and let others know where you are located and…

Ramengvrl – “CA$HMERE” Track Premiere Via Indonesia

As one of the only female MC’s in Indonesia, Ramengvrl is diving into uncharted territories. she’s real young too (just graduated college!) which is very unusual. She kinda seems like that “cool girl” who would listen to listen to her Zune near the wall during recess and probably had a chain wallet. She started off…

The Jackstones – ‘Love Badly’

In their song “Cruise,” San Diego’s The Jackstones not only effectively set the tone for their new album Love Badly, but manage to balance the ferocity of a hard rocking garage band with the all the polish and professionalism of a studio seasoned country band. Sure, country rock is hardly a new genre or concept…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 21, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Dexx! Turner – “F*ck Boi” Single release from Alabama native, Dexx! Turner’s album “To The Moon and Black.” The record, “Fu*k Boi” is full of energy and charisma with a little bit of witty wordplay for the audience. THE PAPER KITES To Release ‘On The Corner Where You Live’ (September 21); Listen To “Deep Burn…

Summer Salt Signs to Epitaph, Announce Album ‘Happy Camper’

Epitaph welcomes Summer Salt to the label roster. The band’s debut album Happy Camper will be released on September 21. The Austin-based four-piece offers a blend of bossa nova and oldies pop, which they describe as “coral-reef rock.” Today marks the premiere of “Heart and My Car,” Happy Camper’s bittersweet lead single. Showcasing Summer Salt’s…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 21, 2018 @ 7:30 AM

LT Wade Shares “We’ll Never Be Those Kids Again” Via All Things Go Alternative rock artist LT Wade shares his new single, “We’ll Never Be Those Kids Again,” off his forthcoming LP, Transient. All Things Go premiered the track, praising it, stating, “Opening slowly with gentle layers both thick and thin, the latest single by…

D’URRIA New Video ‘La Lienda’

Although most folks think of Celtic music, in their mind they hear Irishm, Scottish music, there are really other regions in Europe with Celtic origins that influence their traditional music. Is the case of the Spanish northwest. From those lands are great musicians and bands from the Celtic scene such as Luar na Lubre, Carlos…

New artist – Steven Moses

Steven Moses – 18 year old musician & skater from Hollidaysburg, PA – just dropped his debut project Love Me / Leave Me. The tape features viral singles “Love Me” and “Hot Boy”, the first introduction of his music to the internet. This past week Steven Moses released “Alone”, a standout burner from the trippy…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 15, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

benny blanco’s “Eastside” video with Halsey and Khalid benny is responsible for hits for the likes of Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Kesha, Sia, The Weeknd, Selena Gomez, Wiz Khalifa and many more, and most recently worked on Ye, Kids See Ghosts and Nasir with Kanye West and his GOOD Music…

Olivver The Kid Releases NEW EP ‘Ego Surfin”

Bryan Sammis is a man of many facets. From being in The Neighbourhood to the solo success of Olivver the Kid to the burgeoning presence of La Bouquet, he is a man who wears many hats. Following two releases this year (“HiLo” and “Annie”), Sammis has announced a new EP entitled Ego Surfin’. “Ego Surfin’…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 14, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

Frøkedal shares spirited new folk-rock single ‘David’ As the release of Oslo-based Frøkedal’s much anticipated second album ‘How We Made It’ draws closer (set for release August 31st via Propeller Recordings), today she’s sharing new single ‘David’ – a spirited, folk-tinged indie rock song, that lyrically appears to focus around the general notion of, “hope”.…

‘Tied To A String’ by Andy Notle

Tied To A String – by Andy Notle is the debut solo album from the Austin, TX based rock artist. The album is also classified to some as progressive rock, but there really is not much rock music of any heavy nature on it to speak of. However, progressive rock can be sliced hundreds of…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 13, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

REAL FRIENDS Release Third Studio LP ‘Composure’, Out Today Composure is Real Friends’ most ambitious work to date. The 10 tracks on this album have challenged the band as musicians and friends. From nailing down the best pop hooks with producer Mike Green (The Aces, All Time Low, The Mowgli’s, Paramore) that showcase the band’s…

CHANTEL JEFFRIES DROPS NEW SINGLE “BOTH SIDES” FT. VORY

DJ, producer and content creator Chantel Jeffries drops her latest track, “Both Sides” featuring Vory via 10:22 pm/Capitol Records. The soon to be song-of-the-summer is the follow up to her massive debut single “Wait” ft. Offset and Vory, which has already amassed 25 million streams worldwide and hit #4 on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 13, 2018 @ 12:30 PM EST

19 yr-old Taylor Janzen speaks out about mental health in “The Waiting Room” Fresh from an impactful performance at Winnipeg Folk Festival alongside Courtney Barnett and Phoebe Bridgers, which earned her praise in Toronto Sun, 19 year old Winnipeg artist, Taylor Janzen, today releases her new track, “The Waiting Room”. With deeply personal lyrics softly…

Matty T Wall – ‘Sidewinder’

Matty T’s “Sidewinder” deftly brings together blues, soul, and southern rock into a celebratory whole. Incredible guitar riffs emerge on every single track for the whole of the album works together as a singular, unified vision. Lyricism has a great variety, for Matty T incorporates a certain kind of poetry into it from stories of…

ODDNOTE – “Mystified”

Oddnote delves into a classic alternative rock sound with the powerful “Mystified”. Nicely embodying a sort of gritty, raw style that incorporates a bit of grunge into the mix, the whole piece has a stunning quality to it. Within the song elements of Alice in Chains can be felt, courtesy of the vocalist’s tremendous delivery.…

Tips To Help You End Up With a Stress Free Moving Experience

Anyone who has ever relocated to a different state will tell you just how hectic it can get. While you should expect this given the tasks involved, it need not be a stressful time. You can do a few things that will help make the process easier for you. Some people make a few mistakes,…

@skopemag Feature Q&A W/ These Thousand Hills

So here we are on a Friday 13th, but we do not offer horror, we offer more good music. Today we have got some music not only good for your ears but also good for your soul. Allow us to introduce, These Thousand Hills. Featuring brother and sister Joel Smith and Rebecca Conn, independent Christian…

@skopemag OP-ED: How Guns N’ & Roses Fucked the Rolling Stones

Or how the initially reluctant manager of the world’s most incalcitrant rock and roll band out-maneuvered Mick Jagger. Alan Niven the manager of Great White (yes, the band that set light to a nightclub in Rhode Island resulting in the death of a 100 people, long after he’d given up being their manager) was propositioned…