The secret is out, and everybody in hip-hop nation knows: Washington, D.C. has got it going on. If you’re a fan of beats, rhymes, cultural ferment, and musical creativity, the country’s capital has become the place to be. Wale, GoldLink, Shy Glizzy, Chaz French, and other audacious new voices from D.C. have become national figures.…
Queer country at its best is audaciously represented by recording stars, Paisley Fields, a Brooklyn based country and western band headed by frontman James Wilson. About to drop their newest album, entitled “Glitter and Sawdust”, this band has created a strong buzz in the country music industry. James Wilson not only sings and writes country…
As naïve as Loretta Lynn in “A Coal Miners Daughter”, yet as strong as she became, British Country singer Saskia Vese is quickly creating a supreme buzz both in the U.K. as well as stateside. Sounding similar to the iconic Shania Twain, and equally as talented, Saskia’s dreams of recording a country hit is just…
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike Drop Live set from ‘Bringing The Madness: Reflections’ Fans of Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike who weren’t able to make any one of the four sold out ‘Bringing The Madness: Reflections’ arena dates needn’t fear, because the brothers are giving those who missed out on the gargantuan homecoming shows at…
We are so excited to have Dynamos back on @skopemag. This group of 5 amazing musicians always have lots going on from beautiful Los Angeles, CA. They have a new single ‘Knowledge’ coming out next month and we are still loving ‘Shake, Rattle and Roll.’ Lets do 5 Questions with Dynamos! @skopemag: Where are we…
Sometimes you don’t want to venture outside to shop for whatever reasons. It could be that you are on complete bed rest, doctor’s orders or the weather conditions are prohibitive. In any case, the convenience of online shopping cannot be ignored. Whether or not you have the time to go out shopping, getting a cot…
Kali Uchis debuts the video for “After The Storm”—featuring longtime friend and collaborator Tyler, The Creator and funk legend Bootsy Collins, with production by BADBADNOTGOOD—today, watch it here. The surreal video, shot in Los Angeles, was directed by filmmaker Nadia Lee Cohen (D.R.A.M., A$AP Rocky, Juicy J). “We can find solace in the fact that…
Darrin Kenneth O’Brien, the Canadian reggae artist known as SNOW, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the release of “INFORMER”, with a completely new and re-worked recording of his worldwide Nineties No. 1 Hit. The brand new version of Snow’s chart-topping reggae single, now titled “Informer 2018 (Audiofreaks Mix)”, will be available on all digital…
Frank Piombo embarks on a gorgeous journey with the stellar “Keep It Movin’”. Little details make a big difference, from the leisurely bass lines to the playful flute that weaves its way into the mix. Disco, funk, with a distinctly 70s pop style, the eclectic approach works wonders. A clear-eyed determination rests at the heart…
With true grace and style, the Paula Boggs Band goes for a 70s-classic cool with “Benediction”. Nicely balancing pop, blues, and jazz into a satisfying whole, her voice carries the song with incredible ease. Outright infectious the riffs feel downright satisfying as they burst with tremendous energy. A little bit of country comes into the…
Pale Monsters go for a wild, unpredictable and colorful psychedelic sound on “All This Time We Wait”. Vocals have a sound reminiscent of Television’s highly stylized delivery, as they possess a truly commanding presence. Elements of electro, post-punk, and indie rock come into a satisfying stream of consciousness whole. Absolutely teeming with life, the song…
The Good Morning Nags releases their debut EP which hits the chartbusters within a very short span of time. Listen and Enjoy! The Good Morning Nags is a New York based musicians band who crafts innovative musical style by blending the notes of country-folk and raucous. This group of proficient singers merges the old melodies…
Florence Donovan, better known as Dos Floris, is a multi-instrumentalist whose genre-defying fusion of electronic and acoustic music is nothing short of revolutionary. Music has been a part of her life from a very young age, but it wasn’t until a struggle and recovery from ternage anorexia and panic that she was able to fully…
No Alarms creates an instant classic with the driving rhythm of “Right is What’s Left”. Full of heart and soul the song opts for a rich luxurious sound. Synthesizers are granted a stately presence, with the guitar gestures further adding to the grandeur of the piece. Knowing how to keep balance, nothing ever feels overdone.…
U.K Trapsoul Artist Naos with his brand new music video Split 3 with a soulful late night feel and theme to the music video and it also has a 80’s nostalgic effect to it getting his point across in a easy to break down way as the soulful melodies and effective beat come into play.…
Cunning Gutter-Blues Trio, Vulpine Smile, Release Seething New Single Psychedelic blues unsettlers, Vulpine Smile return with their new single, The Way It Flows, every bit as creepily intoxicating as their fans will be anticipating. Taking their cue from old Delta blues, Vulpine Smile build on these primal building blocks and add a grindingly filthy layer…
Anenon collaborates with dancer Brittany Bailey in “Pure” video Today marks the release of the head-turning collaborative video from mercurial Los Angeles artist/composer/producer/multi-instrumentalist Anenon. The video for “Pure” — one of the most adventurous tracks from the forthcoming Tongue LP out 2/9 on Friends of Friends — features elegantly framed interpretive dance from dance artist…
KING WITCH: New Track From Edinburgh-Based Metal/Doom Collective Streaming At The Obelisk Under The Mountain is the smoldering debut full-length from Scotland-based metal/doom collective KING WITCH. Set for release in North America on March 16th via Listenable Records, the record is as melodic as it is monolithic, taking its listener on a journey from soulful…
Caroline Watkins Awarded 2017-18 Miranda Lambert ‘Women Creators’ Scholarship Nashville native and a sophomore in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business, Caroline Watkins, was recently selected as the second recipient of the ‘Women Creators’ scholarship, established in 2015 by reigning Academy of Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year Miranda Lambert. The…
Garden City Movement announce their debut album ‘Apollonia’, set for release on 16th March 2018. The announcement comes with the release of new single ‘Foreign Affair’ and tour dates across Europe. The trio of Roy Avital, Yoav Saar and Johnny Sharoni produce a blend of sounds drawn from their diverse cultural worlds; ranging from art-pop…
Watch Now: Wiz Khalifa Releases New Video For “Letterman” Wiz Khalifa released the video for his single “Letterman” today. “Letterman” comes off of his new mixtape, LAUGH NOW, FLY LATER, released in November. ATHANASIA Release New Lyric Video for “Cyclops Lord (My Will Is Done)” Los Angeles-based trio ATHANASIA blend classic thrash, power and black…
Summing up her passion in a single statement, “I’m a country soul singer deep in my heart. I love telling stories, performing live, and getting to know my fans.” Singer-Songwriter Angela Peterson has taken over Nashville with a vengeance and is thrilled to release her newest work of art. Born and raised on Texas country…
It’s always special when a lot of people can get together and celebrate at a special event. There’s something especially unique about an event that’s held outside, though. If you’ve been tasked with planning an outdoor party or festival, here are a few tips to ensure the event is smooth and successful. Have Adequate Security…
So we are back at it in a new year. It is such a blessing to be here with a whole new year of amazing artists and music. Today we have the amazing Greg Harrison Band. Greg has an amazing story and incredible music to back it up. Before we do that lets chek on…
Way back in 2009, Vulture Whale came into the spotlight of the indie rock scene with their music video for their single, “Sugar.” Now, Vulture Whale’s frontman Wes McDonald is back with his eclectic new project and alter-ego, Terry Ohms. With his new “Ghost” video, he is able to showcase just how far he has…
WOLF ALICE ANNOUNCE U.S. HEADLINING TOUR Today, London-based rock band Wolf Alice announce their U.S. headlining tour. The tour will be making stops in a number of major cities throughout the U.S. including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. The tour also includes festival dates such as Free Summer Press in Houston and Governors Ball in…
Panteon Shares ‘Travel Log 1’ EP Via PopMatters Brooklyn-based indie-folk singer songwriter, Panteon shares her debut EP, Travel Log 1. The album debuted on PopMatters last week, who praise, “The six tracks present on the record comprise a cohesive whole of dream-like intrigue. The moments and the places that inspired the EP are all very…
EVANESCENCE TO EMBARK ON SYNTHESIS LIVE AUS TOUR NEXT MONTH Two-time GRAMMY award-winners Evanescence will next month embark on their epic Australian east coast tour, Synthesis Live With Orchestras, to celebrate their triumphant fourth studio album, Synthesis. The hotly anticipated tour will kick off in Brisbane, however due to scheduling requirements, this show with the…
Marc White’s story is proof positive it pays to hold onto your dreams. Life has tossed a number of obstacles in his way towards pursuing a musical career, even as a sideline, but his passion for singing has remained with him deep into life and hasn’t dimmed a fraction. His journey to his debut single,…
Sometimes in business you need to take a chance to move up in the world. This would be the case for two ambitious individuals, John Michaels and Craig Truen, whose combined experience was a recipe for success. Craig Truen learned from his father about the real estate business and commercial loans and soaked it all…
Riding a tidal wave of momentum into 2018, Grammy-nominated multi-platinum trio Migos share a new single titled “Supastars” ahead of their forthcoming anticipated album CULTURE II set for release this coming Friday, January 26th on Quality Control Music / Capitol Records / Motown Records. Produced by Honorable C.N.O.T.E., the track was featured as a Zane…
Just after Christmas, most of us are usually cash-strained come January. If you are worried that you might have to spend the whole year paying off your debts, then you need not to worry anymore. There are so many ways you can get an extra income that will see you live your life to the…
LEYYA just released (01/19/2018) their latest Single “Heat” from their new album “Sauna” (01/26/2018 on LasVegas Records / +1 Records). Director Marie-Therese Hildenbrandt says about the video: “The song Heat for me has a very strong energy. We wanted to transfer that energy using the concept of a girl gang. The video itself has a…
Jarel Portman’s latest album, Supersonic, makes a massive hit on the chartbusters with its single released track, Runaway Blues. Influenced by different cultures and sounds from his prolonged coastal lifestyle, Jarel Portman has firmly utilized his experience and artistic traits into his new self-released track, ‘Runaway Blues’ from his latest album, Supersonic. Jarel Portman is…
So we are so excited to have Rev Peter Unger here to help kick off a fresh week on Monday morning. He has just released a new single that is so moving, ‘Lord Guide Me Home’. He continues his mission to inspire through music. Lets get all caught up as we kick off 2018 with…
Wild and carefree, A&L tap into an infectious pop confection with the joyous “Tell Me When It’s Over”. Full of energy the song virtually bursts at the seams. Riffs jangle with a strong sense of determination. Youthful to its very core the piece rushes by in a glorious blur of sound. Quite colorful, A&L refuse…
Ashley J is an up and coming artist with voluptuous looks and music which is full of great fluctuations of sound which keeps listeners interested. Her voice is high, clear and distinctive. The photo for the single is almost angelic looking with her bright white clothing and her blonde hair. The white background also adds…
Award-winning Christian artist Rahn Anthoni took the international press and airwaves by storm with 2017’s most inspirational track, “I’ll Trust You.” The song earned him a Radio Music Award and an Indie Music Channel Award, and numerous other accolades, including the Man-Up Award, for his charity work. Rahn’s history with inspirational music has helped him…
Whether you have a meeting or going on a date, your clothes need to be ironed perfectly otherwise you won’t be able to leave a good impression on others. Irons are the necessity of every household, important stuff to keep your clothes look good. There are lots of irons out there, but not all of…
To say that 2017 was a banner year for Justina Valentine would be a gross understatement. Aside from dropping more brilliant visuals like “Deep End,” “Crushing On You,” and “Sunlight,” she also cemented herself as a bonafide celebrity. She’s a fan favorite on Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘N Out, earning props for her freestyle talent and…
