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@skopemag news for january 2, 2019 @ 5 pm est

JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES Release “Zoinks!” Music Video JOHN 5 and The Creatures – comprised of world-renowned guitarist JOHN 5, bassist Ian Ross and drummer Logan Miles Nix – released a brand new music video for the new track “Zoinks!” yesterday, January 1! The full video – featuring an innovative blend of classic 2D…

New Video from 88Rising – Lexie Liu “Nada”

Lexie Liu made a strong impression with “Sleep Away”, the first single off her forthcoming project. The Fader named the track on of “10 Songs You Need In Your Life”, Nylon listed is as the “Best Music Releases of the Week”, and Refinery29 said “their ears are very into Lexie.” Building off of this hight,…

@skopemag news for january 2, 2019 @ 9 am est

Micropixie Releases New Song “New Year’s Day With the new year soon upon us, the UK native, formerly Paris-, now San Francisco-based indie/electronic artist Micropixie has released her new track “New Year’s Day”. This follows the recent release of Micropixie’s “New Year’s Day” video, which featured an abbreviated cut of the song. Available for download…

New release: UK singer-songwriter Charlie Hole – ‘Ordinary Men’ (single)

Charlie Hole is one of the most exciting young singer-songwriters around nowadays. Tackling relatable subject matters for all audiences, the Bournemouth-born-and-raised musician with a brave and honest voice has already been coined by Rod Stewart as an emerging talent with a gift for writing ‘beautiful songs’. After a chance meeting with well-respected guitarist and producer…

@skopemag news for january 1, 2019 @ 4 pm est

NYC Based Alt Rocker’s Shock Radar Drop Latest Single “There’s No Peace Here” Ahead of EP Release 2018 was quite a big year for NY based rockers Shock Radar. After taking time off, the band released TWO albums (“Innovations” and “Roads Songs from the New Dust Bowl”) and played a handful of shows featuring new…

@skopemag news for December 31, 2018 – New Years Eve @ 9 am est

Video: Randal Wyatt – Ones Portlands own Randal Wyatt drops his latest solo offering “Ones”, produced by Draft Drumz. This summer, while on the road with his band Speaker Minds, Randal Wyatt ended up sharing a bill at a show in Tempe, AZ with beatsmith Draft Drumz. He played a variety of beats to open…

Brad Cole Improvising and Jazzin’ Things Up with Jimmy Rae

Just as the late, great Ricky Nelson sang about a “Travelin’ Man”, Brad Cole is living up to this classic song title as he’s played over 100 shows over the last two years. The NYC-based artist loves to perform music live, meet new faces and see new places; it’s the “big payoff” for him. With…

Ted Hajnasiewicz’s Release “This Is What I Do”

In the opening track of Ted Hajnasiewicz’s new album This Is What I Do, “This Town is Not for Me,” a crude, deafening silence is shattered by the smoky vocal of Hajnasiewicz, which slowly but surely wraps around us like a warm blanket in the dead of winter. The pain in his voice is inescapable; the…

@skopemag news for december 30, 2018 @ 11 am est

Elaquent Signs Multi-Album Deal w/ Mello Music | + Free Single Mello Music Group is proud to announce the signing of Canadian producer Elaquent to a new multi-album deal. We’ve been keeping it under wraps for a minute but can finally share it with the world. As for the signing, Elaquent says, “Really happy to…

The Magnettes release a lyric video to ‘ANX’

The Magnettes release a lyric video to their latest single ANX. Feel free to share it on your socials, blog. The lyric video reveals some of what is coming up on the ANX video which has release 23 of January. See the new video: The single ANX was released on 23 of Nov and was…

French rockers Wreck Plus New Video “Leaders Of The Great Magnitude”

“Giant dinosaurs destroying Earth, heavy metal robots fighting alien UFOs, space fleets of titanic star cruisers travelling through Hyperspace to conquer the Galaxy” About 7 months after releasing a maxi-single called ‘ROARS IN THE DEAD OF NIGHT’ for digital exclusive on Bandcamp (which one followed their acclaimed debut EP ‘Dark Construktor’ (2016)), French cryogenic heavy-rockers…

@skopemag news for december 28, 2018 @ 2 pm est

Doug E. Fresh “Celebrate” New World Wide Single! Chicago’s Electro/Industrial I YA TOYAH Announces The New Release, CODE BLUE Chicago, Illinois-based Electronic/Industrial artist I YA TOYAH is pleased to announce the release of their debut full-length album, CODE BLUE. CODE BLUE takes you on an intimate journey through the chapters of inner darkness and struggle,…

Dolla Bill Releases ‘Old Schoolin’’

Atmosphere is a big reason why Dolla Bill is so successful. “Old Schoolin’” hits with listeners immediately because Dolla Bill knows how to weave a musical spell – we’re scarcely a few seconds in before it’s clear he’s laid down an indelible groove that listeners will follow from the first. He brings together a variety…

New Video By LUCAS RAY EXP “REVERIES”

The saying goes that a picture is worth a thousand words. With his new video for “Reveries,” Lucas Ray Exp has crafted an instrumental track that needs no words to connect with viewers as a visceral, artistic showcase of his talents. “Reveries” is the lead track from his debut EP, titled SPHINX, a brilliant collection…

@skopemag news for december 27, 2018 @ 8 am est

WAN: Mini-album “Gammal är äldst” of Swede black metal force out via Carnal Records Swedish old school black metal brutes WAN return with a five track mini-album, Gammal är äldst, the followup of their last year’s lauded full length “Wan Way to Hell”. CD is available via Carnal Records from December 21, 2018. NO CLEAN…

New Video By DYK “TRASHCAN”

DYK’s previous single for “The Procrastinator” took aim at the type that would rather wait until it’s too late before taking the right steps to improve their lot in life. On the new single for “Trashcan” they’ve climbed atop the highest mountain to scream to the masses that the time to act is now. And…

How to Teach a Musical Instrument to Others

Whether you’re a professional music teacher or simply someone who wants to teach a friend of yours how to play an instrument, if you want to learn how to effectively educate others in the art of music, then you’ve come to the right place. Below, there can be found advice on how to give a…

@skopemag news for december 26, 2018 @ 8 am est

Doug E. Fresh “Celebrate” New World Wide Single! Doug E. Fresh began his recording career as a solo artist and was among the last artists on Enjoy Records and one of the first on Vintertainment Records (the same New York-based label owned by Vincent Davis that would later make a name of hip-hop artist Joeski…

COSMICO (ATX) – “IVORY COAST/CONSTANT BLUR” SINGLES PREMIERE

Austin’s newest indie/rock outfit Cosmico haven’t been on the stage for long but are quickly making waves in the local music scene in Texas. Led by front man Greg Denn who has had his fair share of life changing events, Denn brings a string of roar emotion in the bands latest singles. “Ivory Coast” and…

Apple leans into the A&R business

Or does social media now drive the music business? In 2016 Saul Klein and Denzyl Feigelson, in the UK, founded the start-up “Platoon” intended as a platform for new artists. Feigelson used to be an Apple executive at iTunes Music and founded the direct-to-consumer record sales company called Artists Without A Label. Platoon has been…

New Video By ANDREW W. BOSS “AVENGERS”

Drive east on Fort Union Boulevard from Salt Lake City, and just before the road is swallowed by the immensity of the Wasatch Range, you’ll find Alpha Coffee. It’s the last pit stop before you reach the foothills of the mightiest mountains in Utah – and if you’re thinking of taming them, or skiing them,…

Russ Still & The Moonshiners New Album ‘Bootleg (Batch 432)’

Listen and enjoy the album Bootleg (Batch 432) a wonderful creation by Russ Still &The Moonshiners. Catchy lyrics, fresh and collaborated instrumental arrangements, finely cooked music are the best recognizing elements of Russ Still and the Moonshines, Georgia Music Awards’ 2015 Country Band of the Year. Recently this band has released their latest music album,…

New Video From HA PHUONG “MEMORIES OF LOVE”

Ha Phuong chooses love over fear as she embraces the world with a forgiving heart and an open mind. As an all-powerful creator, she is a singer, actress, producer, philanthropist, wife, mother, sister, and most importantly, a New Yorker. She has started her own foundation and brings harmony into the lives of underprivileged children to…

@skopemag news for december 22, 2018 @ noon est

Damian “Jr Gong” Marley Sets New Record In Cruise Business One the most successful music charters, Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise (WTJRC), sells out in new record time for 2019. Now going on its sixth year, the five-night cruise helmed and curated by GRAMMY-winning musician Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is fully booked for next year’s…

@skopemag news for december 21, 2018 @ 3 pm est

Toad & The Stooligans Drop New Single “Trap Song” With Music Video “For “Trap Song” we just wanted to take the vibe that hip hop artists put into trap beats and drop it into a live band environment. We wanted it to be rhythmically intricate, hard hitting and powerful. Recording this song wasn’t immediately in…

Azealia Banks Shares “Icy Colors Change,” New Holiday EP Today

Azealia Banks releases Icy Colors Change, her brand new holiday EP, available now on all DSPs. The 3-song EP features Azealia’s renditions of standards “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” plus her classic—in-the-making original “Icy Colors Change,” which won over fans when she posted the demo earlier…

New Video By Addi McDaniel “Are You Serious”

Addi McDaniel’s radiant clip for “Are You Serious”, her latest single, is, unmistakably, a love letter to New York City. If you were McDaniel, you’d probably be in love with New York, too. The native Floridian musician has been embraced by her adopted hometown and recognized as one of the most enchanting new songwriters and…

@skopemag news for december 21, 2018 @ 11 am est

NFL Lineman Joe Barksdale to Release New Music in 2019 Up-and-coming guitarist and singer-songwriter Joe Barksdale is set to hit the ground running in 2019 with a new EP produced by the legendary Narada Michael Walden (Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, The Temptations, Lionel Richie, Ray Charles). The soulful new rock tunes from the offensive lineman…

@skopemag news for december 21, 2018 @ 9 am est

Released today: YESTERDAY IS HISTORY “Frames” Yesterday Is History is an Alternative Rock band from Mendrisio, Switzerland formed in November 2016 by Matteo Sulmoni (Vocals), Mattia Facciolo (Guitar), Marco Stevanato (Bass) and Davide Sulmoni (Drums). The band immediately started work on their first EP and in April 2017 they went into the recording studio (Heaven…

New Video By December Fades “Crash and Burn”

December Fades is the moniker of Los Angeles singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Kevin Rogers. He has created a refreshing musical approach that is cathartic, inspiring, and radio-friendly. Every element of the music is carefully carved to perfection; combining dynamic, unforgettable melodies, poetic lyrics, and rock and hip-hop style drumming. Each song is has its own feel and…

The Muddy Crows Release Self-Titled EP

The Muddy Crows goes for classic sound with their powerful self-titled debut. Blending the old and the new in equal measure, their storytelling ability recalls Tom Waits, as do the raw intensity of the vocals. Everything has a welcoming, soothing quality to it. Volume deserves to be blasted for there is a rustic charm to…

New Video Elan Suave ft Nellz Supreme “One On One”

Elan Suave (“Elan”), whose real name is Ethan Griffiths, is an American singer/rapper born in the Bronx on January 11, 2004. He is of Jamaican descent through both of his parents, Angella Griffiths and Donovan Griffiths. He has an older brother, Dornell Henriques, AKA Nellz Supreme (“Nellz”). The family owns and manages the entertainment company,…

@skopemag news for december 20, 2018 @ 1 pm est

duendita “blue hands” video “police violence has a painful, rich history in America and it involves all of us. it reflects how our bodies are valued within society, for the whole world to see… that’s why we say Black Lives Matter. i hear the silence of the unaffected, it’s an unacceptable form of violence as…

Indian Born World Musician latest album ‘Falu’s Bazaar’

Falu’s Bazaar was inspired by her desire to address her son’s fascination with their cultural values and customs, exploring Indian culture through song, and celebrating the instruments, languages, sights, and humanity of a diverse world. A true family affair, Falu’s husband plays on the record, while three generations comprise its voice with vocals performed by…

@skopemag news for december 20, 2018 @ 9 am est

Analea Brown Releases New Music Video “Nuttah Buttah”! Rising Tongan songstress Analea Brown has just released her playful new music video for her standout single “Nuttah Buttah” on Friday, December 14th! Reggae beats, soulful vocals and loving lyrics about self-acceptance make up the vibrant track. Analea sings, “You are beautiful, every curve, every shade, see…