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SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 24, 2018 @ WEEKEND EDITION

HARRY CONNICK JR. SET TO STAR IN BROADWAY BOUND MUSICAL “THE STING” After a major year that saw Harry Connick, Jr.’s daytime show HARRY receive six Daytime Emmy nominations last week including the second year in a row where Harry was nominated for Best Host, as well as a Critics’ Choice nomination for best talk…

What You Should Know about Hiring the Best Party Entertainers

If you are planning a party for your child, it is important that you make it a memorable event. Hiring a professional entertainer will make your work as the host and party planner pretty easy. The entertainer will engage and captivate your guests with smart and funny performances. They will make the children feel special…

COLOURING’S NEW SINGLE “TIME” PREMIERES TODAY

London quartet Colouring have shared a new single called “Time.” The track will appear on their forthcoming full-length debut, to be released by Interscope Records later this year. “Time” marks Colouring’s first release since their acclaimed 2017 EP, Heathen. With its immaculate production and undeniable hooks, the song effortlessly blends bright melody, crisp beats, and…

Giovanna McDanel – ‘Lumiere Lullabies’

Giovanna McDanel created a mixed tape when she was a little girl of, soothing songs and lullabies from various movies. When she grew up, she decided to recruit two of her friends, Mark Kassenbrock and Giovanni Mera, to make an album of the songs from the mixed tape. The result is her full-length album –…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 23, 2018 @ 5:30 PM EST

Gretchen Peters Shares New Track “Disappearing Act” Via Rolling Stone Country Nashville singer/songwriter Gretchen Peters has released her new track “Disappearing Act”. The song is currently streaming via Rolling Stone Country, who describes the track: “A vivid portrait of a woman who’s lost too much to care about appearing genteel, Peters’ character sounds like she…

Ashley J drops ‘Satisfied’ (EP)

The EP release Satisfied from singer/songwriter Ashley J represents one of the most formidable short form recordings to emerge from the modern pop scene in sometime. It’s a clear testament to her talents as both an interpreter of modern material and her skills composing personal, yet universally resonant, material that cuts across genre lines and…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 23, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

Astari Nite premieres new video on CVLT Nation South Florida based Post-Punk outfit Astari Nite is pleased to present their latest single and video “Sunday Queen”. The single, out today, is the first track off their upcoming album Midnight Conversations, to be released on Cleopatra Records (July 2018). The cover for the single was hand…

Investment Casting vs Die Casting? Which One Should You Choose?

Casting is a tried and testing method of manufacturing. There are various techniques, but most involve pouring a liquid material into a mold. When it hardens, the mold is removed and various treatment procedures can be applied for a stunning finish. The process is mostly used to create solid and hollow designs in a wide…

How to Sleep Better

“To sleep, perchance to dream. Ay, there’s the rub.” While, unlike Hamlet, we’re not waxing eloquently about the possibility of an afterlife, we are waxing eloquently about our sleep. Sleep is important–for life, for energy, for focus, and for overall enjoyment. It seems, however, that we can’t get the kind of rest we need. Ay,…

Reasons Why You Need Legal Services after a Car Accident

A car accident can be a life changing event, especially if it is a severe one. When your car crashes, the first thing you will focus on is getting treatment if you sustained any injuries. Afterwards, you will make a claim with the insurance company. If the accident involves other parties, making a claim from…

Wallows Release New Song “These Days”

Today, breakout indie-rock trio Wallows release the bright, infectious new song “These Days”. The track is the second song released from Wallows’ debut EP Spring, following SirusXM Alt Nation’s Critical Cut “Pictures of Girls.” Spring was recorded with Grammy award-winning producer John Congleton (St. Vincent, Alvvays, Future Islands) and will be available April 6th via…

Nashville based 7Chariot releases new single ‘Danger In Me’

Today, 23rd March, 7Chariot (pronounced: seven chariot) releases her second ‘Danger In Me’ via London based label 0E0E. Displaying an ambitious pop sound – utilising intriguing vocal samples, and booming percussion, flecked with delicate brass sections – ‘Danger In Me’ is another exemplary example of her songwriting and vocal talents. 7Chariot is the professional alias…

KODALINE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “FOLLOW YOUR FIRE” TODAY

Ireland’s breakthrough, UK platinum-selling band, Kodaline release their new single “Follow Your Fire” today at all digital providers. The pop leaning track was produced by hitmakers Steve Mac and long-time collaborator Johnny McDaid who both worked on the worldwide smashes “Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeran and P!NK’s “What About Us.” “Follow Your Fire” will…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 23, 2018 @ 11 AM EST

Moon River Festival sells out in 8 hours AC Entertainment and Drew Holcomb are honored to announce that the 2018 Moon River Festival has sold out in less than 8 hours. Here is a message from festival founder Drew Holcomb: I am overwhelmed and honored to announce that Moon River Festival 2018 is Sold Out,…

Ashley J – “Satisfied EP”

”Satisfied EP”, the latest music album of Ashley J shows her remarkable evolution from a budding talented recording artist to a magnificent and proficient Pop singer. There is no doubt that Ashley understands that her musical presentation must be mesmeric to leave the audience with awe and surprise. But, in ”Satisfied EP”, has an underneath…

Steve Gadd Band – Self Titled

The Steve Gadd band, headlined by the legendary drummer, is out with their fourth self-titled album on March 23rd. An eclectic collection of jazz songs that showcase each member’s individual taste and talents, it is certainly a pleasure to listen to. Playing with Gadd are Walt Fowler (trumpet and flugelhorn), Jimmy Johnson (bass), Michael Landau…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 23, 2018 – EARLY EDITION

ABJECTION RITUAL: Decibel Magazine Premieres “Body Of Filth” As Malignant Records prepares for the early April unveiling of Soul Of Ruin, Body Of Filth – the new full-length by Erie, Pennsylvania-based doom/death industrial act ABJECTION RITUAL – the album’s demoralizing “Body Of Filth” has been premiered through Decibel Magazine. Track Premiere: Abjection Ritual – ‘Body…

The Chordaes – ‘In Itinere’

  The six song collection In Itinere from New York City based five piece The Chordaes is the second studio recording resulting from the creative partnership of its first members drummer Ethan Glenn and lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Leo Sawikin. The talents of two-time Grammy winner producer/songwriter Marc Swersky behind the boards for the release further…

Andie MacDowell on Womanhood, Spirituality and Love After Love

Actress Andie MacDowell’s appeal is in her ethereal glow. From her crown of dark cascading curls to her porcelain complexion and delicate features, MacDowell’s sweet yet sultry sensuality captivated movie-going audiences with hits like Sex, Lies, and Videotape, Green Card, Groundhog’s Day and Four Weddings and a Funeral. She has always played the woman of…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 22, 2018 @ 3 PM EST

Shawn Mendes Returns With New Single “In My Blood” After teasing the track earlier this week, multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes returns with triumphant new single “In My Blood.” Co-produced by Shawn with Teddy Geiger and co-written by both alongside longtime collaborators Scott Harris and Geoff Warburton, “In My Blood” is an empowering rock anthem about…

BAMBARA SHARES NEW SINGLE “DOE-EYED GIRL”

Shadow on Everything, the third LP by Bambara and their first for Wharf Cat Records, represents a decisive step forward for the NYC-via-Georgia trio. Frontman Reid Bateh, drummer Blaze Bateh, and bassist William Brookshire have always been adept students of noise rock and post-punk, mining the work of bands like Swans and The Birthday Party…

How to Amplify Your Voice When Singing in a Drum Circle

In order to improve your ability to increase your voice’s volume involves practice. There are other things that you can also do to help you project. Here are some of those techniques. Improve Your Posture Focus on standing up straight when you’re singing. This can increase the ability of your diaphragm to move more air.…

BAZZI ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM & NEW TRACK “HONEST”

iamcosmic in partnership with Atlantic Records has announced the eagerly anticipated debut album from 2018’s breakout star Bazzi – which includes the RIAA-certified Gold (and soon to be Platinum) hit single, “Mine” – arriving Thursday, April 12th at all music retailers and streaming services. The forthcoming album is heralded by the new track, “Honest,” available…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 22, 2018

Guitarist Adam Hawley’s second album, “Double Vision” When your debut album scores three Billboard No. 1 singles, including the longest running No. 1 single of the year, and helps you win two Debut Artist of the Year titles, your priority becomes avoiding a sophomore slump. That was guitarist Adam Hawley’s mindset as he entered the…

Forrest Hill – ‘Shadowlight’

Forrest Hill is a indie/folk rock artist who has recently completed his latest album called Shadowlight. Hill is a well-traveled individual who cultivated his unique sound and voice from hitchhiking his way across the United States. He learned a number of things and found an incredible amount of inspiration from the people who touched his…

Demir Demirkan – ‘War III’

A native of Turkey, Demir Demirkan’s musical upbringing naturally assumed a much different trajectory than experienced by his American or European contemporaries and peers. He began playing at a very young age, as most great players do, and culled his initial influences from guitarists such as Ritchie Blackmore and Eric Clapton before hearing the work…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 21, 2018 @ 5 PM EST

Corina Corina, Pays Homage to Queer Communitiy and Nightlife Hustle PRIDE states, “The “BAR$” video also uses Metropolitan Bar, one of the oldest gay bars in Brooklyn, as an integral setting, because representing the queer community has always been important to the out-and-proud vocalist.” The upcoming album is a conceptual project written about all the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 21, 2018 @ 2:30 PM EST

Annabel Allum shares boisterous new single ‘RASCAL’ out via Killing Moon Records Guildford-based Annabel Allum shares boisterous new single RASCAL, her second offering of the year following acclaimed January release Beat The Birds and critically successful 2017 EP All That For What. Loaded with pulsating hooks and the enigmatic singer-songwriter’s tenacious vocals, Allum oozes charisma…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 21, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

New Music: K. Sparks – Say Less (Produced By: Kurser) Say Less is the second single from Urban Couture (The Remixes). The Queens NY Emcee & French Beat-smith Kurser collaborate for their collaborative project that contains original songs and remixes. EP Coming Soon. Urban Couture 12″ Vinyl available now via Fat Beats, Best Buy and…

Nina Nesbitt Releases “Psychopath”

After a massively successful run at SXSW last week, and with her North American tour with Jake Bugg starting next week, Scottish singer, songwriter and musician Nina Nesbitt has announced she has partnered with Spotify for their Louder Together program, a unique collaboration with fellow female songwriters Sasha Sloan and Charlotte Lawrence, to write and…

Responsible Fun: 5 Things to Remember during Your Next Concert

Concerts are a blast, whether it’s a big event at a popular arena or you’re seeing an unknown band at a hole-in-the-wall venue. There are plenty of potential dangers when you go to a concert, though. While you don’t need to be paranoid, you should keep the following five safety tips in mind. Be Aware…

Gar Francis Songbook Vol. 1 by Various Artists

Tom Vicario offers an inviting galloping rhythm with the powerful “Baby Let’s Go”. With a sense of tenderness, the lyrics unfold with a sense of purpose. Nicely framing it all is the gorgeous western twang of the guitar work helping to make it feel so joyous. “Come On Come On” goes for a 60s psychedelic…

New Video By Ryan Brahms “Love Dealer”

From the first stutter of the bass synthesizer, you’re drawn in. Ryan Brahms is dealing something powerful – something seductive, mysterious, and mesmerizing – and he’s determined to give the world a taste. “Love Dealer,” the latest single from the exuberant New York City singer-songwriter, is hummable, danceable, irresistible: it’s a grown-up pop song for…

Great Places To Visit In Atlanta

Atlanta is widely considered the principal center of the South. Over the years it has rapidly developed into a commercial town, which on average receives 50 million tourists a year! The slew of attractions is what draws people to the city, alongside the effortless airport transportation Atlanta has to offer. With ease of access into…

Great Ideas For a Kid’s Party

Childhood birthday parties are memories to cherish. The thoughts of ice cream, classic games, and cake will evoke nostalgia that will make you want to relive those memories. Well, what if we said you could relive these moments with your children? The simplest affairs are often the most memorable, though we live in an age…

SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 20, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

Musician stabbed on tour in WA Melbourne duo This Way North were just 6 shows into their massive 21 date EP launch tour when singer Leisha Jungalwalla was stabbed by a stingray deep above both ankles at Cervantes beach in WA early last week. Just seconds prior, Leisha was admiring the perfection of Dolphins playing…