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Measuring Your Video Content Success: What You Need to Know

The huge potential of online video content in digital marketing and e-commerce has been only recently discovered. Now it’s getting more and more popular to use videos as a part of your marketing and business strategy, as it positively affects virtually all important metrics. For instance, a video on a page will increase time spent…

Joel Leffler – “Strip Me Bare”

So many music albums of so many artists have been released every year. But, do all of them show the light of success? Absolutely not. Many of them are disgusting to listen, some of them are just okay, and few of them are fair enough to listen. But, music albums like Joel Leffler’s newly released…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 26, 2018 @ 8 AM EST

Apple Music’s Songs of the Summer 2018 Officially launching today, Apple Music’s Song of the Summer highlight the very best Pop, dance, hip-hop, and R&B hits to soundtrack the perfect summer. Apple Music’s editors around the world reviewed and vetted songs that are currently gaining momentum on the service platform, in culture and the world…

Famous Dex Releases “Japan” Official Music Video

With the immense success of Famous Dex’s latest single, “Japan” cultivating over 100 million total stream – the official “Japan” music video is here, and yes, Famous Dex traveled to Japan to film it. The heavily-animated and lively music video is a direct translation of Famous Dex’s vibrant personality as he’s flirting with women, dancing…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 25, 2018 @ 3 PM EST

Emerging Artist Willa Amai Shares New Music Video “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger” Singer/songwriter Willa Amai has shared a new music video today for her inspiring cover of Daft Punk’s “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger”. In the video, Amai gives an intimate performance of the track out in the wilderness, amplified by an array of colorful visual…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 25, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

single: DONALD DUMBE, “MOLESTORS” New York-bred social commentator Donald Dumbe presents his new single “Molestors”. Performed over the instrumental of Migos’ “Stir Fry” track, “Molestors” is written by evOLVE for Donald’s publishing imprint LOOTYTune$, one of Donald’s several ventures currently in incubation alongside licensing company Chalay and fashion label A2C. Jill Barber Premieres “Mercy” Video…

wifisfuneral and YBN Nahmir Provide Your Weekly Motivation in the “Juveniles” Video

One of the best pure rappers in hip-hop’s new wave, Florida’s wifisfuneral crafts cerebral and head-knocking rap tracks. Uniting over a Jahlil Beats-produced heater, wifi and fellow riser YBN Nahmir show off their skills on the uptempo “Juveniles,” wifi’s latest video. In the video, the two emcees work as trainers to a crew of scantily clad ladies, as they prepare for…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 25, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

Polyphia Release New Track “G.O.A.T.” & Start US Tour Tonight! Wanted to give you a heads up that the instrumental progressive metal group, Polyphia, are sharing their brand new track “G.O.A.T.” and accompanying music video today! The bold new stand alone single indicates an exciting new direction for the band. Produced by Y2K (Killy, Yung…

Bongo Boy Records Worldwide – LOVE IS VOLUME TWO by Various Artists

Johnny Douglas goes for a tremendous tenderness with the hushed awe of “Leave The Light On”. Emotive vocals flow throughout. Nicely serving as the backbone of the whole piece, the way everything else stems from these expressive lyrics feels masterful. Going for a rustic form of Americana, Inches From Sin’s symphonic “Laid My Heart Out”…

Silver Spoon Presents Video “In the Heat of the Night”

Silver Spoon is made up of lead singer/guitarist Cristiano Sadun, bassist Vittorio Pinelli, guitarist Jørn Wangensteen Larsen, and drummer Morten Haga. Along with the firm Nordic backbone, both Sadun and Pinelli bring an inherently Mediterranean flair to the group’s sound due to the fact they were both born and raised in Italy. Bringing classical guitars…

New Video By StereoRiots “Ghost Machines”

“The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.”- Google’s definition of freedom. But what does freedom mean to you? For some, it’s a feeling, for other’s it’s an action. For indie/alternative band, StereoRiots, it’s been a coming-of-age tale that begins in the capital of the United States,…

Destress Your Flight Anxiety By Following These Five Tips

Whether you are worried to experience the flight trip for the first time or you have constant flight anxiety, the situation can be worse for you. Some people create the imaginative crash scenarios in their minds or some start shivering the minute flight starts taking off. This can also affect your overall journey. If you…

Album Review: Paisley Fields “Glitter and Sawdust” by Sean Golightly

Queer country music.  Let the barbecue sauce of that phrase marinate for a minute. Think about how it tastes, how it feels.  Does it surprise you? Inspire you? Upset you, confuse you, excite you? After listening to “Glitter and Sawdust”, new album from queer country band Paisley Fields, I’ve got good news for you anxious…

Rachel Troublefield – “Put Me In” from the album ‘Come Closer’

The first impression made by Rachel Troublefield’s single “Put Me In” is it sure sounds like John Fogerty’s “Centerfield,” as reinterpreted by Cyndi Lauper. Although these two artists may seem to be polar-opposites stylistically, these songs have more similarities than you might expect. Lyrically, both songs spotlight an ‘athlete’ relegated to the bench. Yet, in…

@skopemag Premiere – Ouida Shakes the Dancehall Scene in “Let’s Not Fete Tonight”

British Virgin Islands’ recording artist Ouida Nisbett-Turnbull is bringing the party inside with her debut video “Let’s Not Fete Tonight”. Directed by Philip Richards aka Island Director and shot on the beautiful islands of Tortola and Virgin Gorda, “Let’s Not Fete Tonight” shows the majestic town before the destruction of Hurricane Irma. Electro synth pads…

Wesley Jensen Delivers “Something New”

With the chiming of what may as well be church organs grinding through the lens of a shimmering synthesizer, Wesley Jensen & The Penny Arcade come strutting out of the darkness and bring all of the shadows with them on “All” the opening track of their new extended play, Something New, out at the end…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 24, 2018 @ 3 PM EST

TRAIN Debuts Single “Call Me Sir” Known for their countless chart-topping hits, multi-platinum-selling band TRAIN today debuts their much awaited single, “CALL ME SIR” via Columbia Records. Featuring Gym Class Heroes’ Travie McCoy and country singer/songwriter Cam, the song showcases Train’s signature sound with an infectious chorus. The single will be added to Train’s set…

Shortly Drops New Track “Spare Time” via Triple Crown Records

Detroit native Alex Maniak aka Shortly is excited to drop her new song “Spare Time” today, her first offering of new music since signing to New York’s Triple Crown Records last year. The track was produced by Hop Along guitarist Joe Reinhart (Modern Baseball, Smidley, Algernon Cadwallader) at The Headroom in Philadelphia, PA – along…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 24, 2018 @ NOON EST

KAWALA release new single Funky through Mahogany Records on May 24th Speaking about the new single KAWALA explain, “‘Funky’ was one of our earliest works, born out of the grim halls we (Jim and Dan) shared at uni in Leeds. The title childishly derives from the upbeat feel of the song, which was our first…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 24, 2018 @ 10 AM EST

Goon sign to Partisan Records Rising Los Angeles scuzz-rock 4-piece Goon are excited to officially announce their signing to Partisan Records. Ahead of their debut album out next year, the band’s first two EPs ‘Dusk of Punk’ and ‘Happy Omen’ – put out independently in 2016 and 2017, respectively – will be released physically for…

4 Creative Ways to Make Your Wedding Unique and Enjoyable

A party can only be enjoyable if you plan it properly and cater to all your guests. If you want to be a host or hostess, you need to be prepared to put work into it. It won’t happen magically. You need to put your guests’ comfort as a priority. If you want people to…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 24, 2018 @ 9 AM EST

Good Charlotte Sign Worldwide Partnership with BMG For New Album BMG is proud to announce it has entered into a worldwide partnership with multi-platinum, rock band Good Charlotte and their MDDN label to release the band’s forthcoming new studio album later this year. Good Charlotte has cemented their legacy as one of the most popular…

New Video By People Like You “Why Say Why?”

In a time when popular music is dominated by synths, samples, and autotune, many music fans have become wistful for the humanistic sounds of organic instruments. Just as some think the last string has been strummed, an eclectic concoction of raw roots, punk, psychedelia, and vaudeville has been brewing up in the Northeast city of…

Sweet Sweet Present Video “Roam”

As we come of age, society imposes the idea that we must have direction. But what if being lost is the greatest blessing of all? American folk duo Sweet Sweet have found bliss in a life of mystery with their feel-good new single “Roam”. Sweet Sweet is the hand-crafted creation of Jeremy Dunham and Kerrine…

MADARASI Releases A Fresh New Take On Future Bass, Combining Elements From Ambient and Trance Music

MADARASI is a producer from Chennai who is building momentum with his new single ‘Water on Mars‘. An emerging talent in electronica, MADARASI merges elements of future bass and trap to techno and house. ‘Water On Mars‘ consists of intricate melodies, atmospheric themes and ambient soundscapes, this is a record that will surely grab your attention.…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 23, 2018 @ 4 PM EST

Raz Simone – New Album and Video Raz Simone joins forces with Korean heavy hitter Jay Park to bring us their newest single, Outta Bounds. This song, powered by complex visuals, launches the release of the highly anticipated, Closer, Raz’s first full length project since 2016. Campdogzz Sign To Cursive’s Label 15 Passenger Chicago, IL’s…

Elvira Kalnik – ‘Summer Time’

The single “Summer Time” from European born Elvira kalnik’s album Magical Child is a potent track serving notice to the music listening world that she’s far more than merely a facile bidding pop diva. She’s more than just a singer; this young musical artist is a talented songwriter as well and her skills get an…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 23, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

Dead Ceremony digitise despondence on aurally organic ‘All This Noise’ Dead Ceremony is a four-piece from Tunbridge Wells Kent, made up of Christopher Stewart, David Trevillion, Neil Allen and Harry Pearce. Originally the solo-project of lead-singer and songwriter, Christopher, Dead Ceremony became an outfit and have cut their teeth releasing a steady run of acclaimed…

Review: FIREBUG – “WANDERING SOUL” by Edmund Barker

The cover of Firebug’s new album is a cool-blue image of a gnarled tree with the singer’s face hovering above. It made me want to compare it to U2’s Joshua Tree album cover, which led to the eventual amusing discovery that Firebug is currently based in Joshua Tree, CA. Though quite a ways away from…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MAY 23, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

LORDS OF SEALAND previews new album with single ‘ORGAN TRAIL’ Lords of Sealand is thrilled to announce the release of the “Organ Trail,” the first single from their forthcoming debut concept album Zs. “Organ Trail” will be available for streaming and download May 24. The song is a serpentine and uneasy exploration of a child’s…

COZMIC ‘Not Ready For Summer’ New Video

“I believe in the power of music to transform: transform a bad mood into a good one or change a challenging time into reflection and inspiration. I want to break through the noise, connect with listeners on a visceral level and help them process the rollercoaster ride of emotions and life.” Two and a half…

SIMON LUNCHE New ‘In My Arms’ Video

Singer/songwriter Simon Lunche has packed a near-lifetime of musical experience into just 19 years. Along with taking up guitar at age five—and soon becoming the youngest endorsed artist in the history of Gibson Guitars during his time as the lead singer of The Blondies—he’s built up a vast musical knowledge that includes composing all the…

Joel Hernandez New Album ‘Seasons Change’

Prodigiously gifted singer, songwriter and guitarist Joel Hernandez is just 20, but the pop-rock wunderkind has already absorbed a lifetime of music. Growing up in El Campo, Texas, he soaked up the region’s diverse soundscapes. Through his multi-generational musician family, he learned how to be a thoughtful and emotive songwriter. Joel’s debut is rife with…

CAROLEE RAINEY Presents ‘Feel Fearless’ EP

“Evoking comparisons with Stevie Nicks the songs on her potent debut mini-album reflect inspirational and empowering messages lyrically. The music is solid, strongly singable, and will delightfully lodge in listeners internal musical repertoire for a long time.” – Diversions LA In an earlier lifetime of performing, Rainey did a lot of busking, playing bars, hotels…

MATTHEW DE VER Presents ‘The Gift & The Wound’ + ‘The Climb’

ABOUT “THE CLIMB” – ”This song was inspired by a trip to Peru I took in 2011 and visiting Machu Picchu. It was an extremely powerful journey that opened the space for even deeper healing when I returned home. The track explores seeing the struggle/adversity in life/art/growth as an offering to something greater and as…

5 Must-Haves When You Get a New Puppy

Getting a new puppy is something that a lot of people do when they think they’re ready for the commitment of taking on a new family member. The joy of a puppy is special and can transform an entire household. Some people think that the love of a dog is incomparable to any other kind…