Originally from the Albany, New York area, 21 year old Shane Guerrette draws from a variety of rock and blues influences, transmutes those sounds through his own experiences and artistic sensibility, with an eye towards producing a varied and individual release rather than a tasty riff on past glories not his own. His recently released…
Kodaline release their brand new single ‘Head Held High’ taken from their eagerly anticipated new album ‘Politics Of living’ impacting September 28th on Sony Music. ‘Head Held High’ is a mandolin-driven slice of summer pop with a powerful message guaranteed to put a smile on your face, and is one of the standout tracks…
Harper Grae Is Featured Vocalist On The Afterprty’s Pop/Dance Track “Wonder Woman” Nashville-based singer Harper Grae is the featured vocalist on the debut release from New York-based DJ/producer The Afterprty. The pop/dance track, “Wonder Woman,” is a breezy pop song with a minimal but infectious beat and clean electric guitar hook that was written by…
Even among rock stars, Iggy Pop is a legend: he’s the proto-punk, the wild man of post-industrial Michigan, the stage dynamo who made art out of pain, rage, and speed, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who remains a defiant outsider. If Iggy Pop likes your music, that’s something to celebrate, because Iggy doesn’t…
Jess Abbott, also known as Tancred, is a woman with many talents and preferences. Originally apart of the girl band powerhouse known as Now, Now she takes the present moment to redefine her role outside the group. Tancred takes the women’s movement and morphs it into a riot. With a natural Kate Nash and Mitski…
Last month I was first introduced to the man who calls himself Fabp aka Fabpz the Freelancer when I reviewed his album, ‘Underground Styling Breeze’, (https://skopemag.com/2018/07/25/fabp-aka-fabpz-the-freelancer-underground-styling-breeze). I found out that this rapper was a fan of old-school hip-hop and classic beatboxing as Fabp attempted to bring back the golden age of rap. Staying in the…
AVA MAX UNVEILS OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “SWEET BUT PSYCHO” Produced by GRAMMY® Award-nominated super-producer Cirkut (The Weeknd, Katy Perry, Rihanna) and co-written with Madison Love (Camila Cabello, Halsey), “Sweet But Psycho” is a dance floor ready pop anthem complete with relatable lyrics and infectious vocals from the young pop starlet. Upon release, the song was…
Vaulting over the wall that separates the underground from the mainstream is a task that takes most artists years, regardless of how much talent they do – or don’t – bring to the table with them. To say that Cammi Summer is an exceptional case would be putting it quite mildly when you consider that…
The perfect title for this song because it shines through instantly from the moment you hit Play to the very last note. “Shine” delivers on all levels with a catchy hook that never quits. Odella has created a track that can be enjoyed by many people from all walks of life. With its simplicity and…
Heavy Eyes LP Their ascent to the spotlight has been a steady trajectory, capitalizing on the success of their debut single “Johnny” in 2016. The track garnered endorsements from DIY Magazine and Exclaim! as well as respected tastemakers Gold Flake Paint, who hailed it a “favourite song of the year” contender. For their debut full-length,…
A Cleveland native with more connects in the trap game than most ATLiens, Freebandz signee Doe Boy specializes in cerebral and confident rap music. Posting up in his hometown with a couple dozen of Ohio’s realest, Doe Boy issues a word of warning on “Ain’t No Love,” his latest video. Swimming in a atmospheric trap…
The Foreward Exude Positivity in Debut Single, “Made Up Misery” The Foreword is an acoustic indie-pop duo from Atlanta, GA, consisting of Maggie Schneider and Alex Crain. Heavily influenced by groups like All Time Low, State Champs, and Paramore, as well as musical theatre songwriters Pasek and Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman, La…
So we have made it back on this Monday morning. The final Monday for August and the end of summer is upon us. But no need to be upset as we have Fabpz the Freelancer with us today. Fabp aka Fabpz the Freelancer, is an example of an artist who can do it all. Rap,…
NYA is a twenty two year old singer/songwriter artfully stumbling through self discovery in her newest EP Southland. Southland transitions NYA into a more adult headspace, while continuing to experiment with genre bending sounds. Whether bearing witness to the destructive need for connection in the classic ballad “Shallow”, reflecting on the extremes of love and…
Coming out of his shell from Philadelphia, Kurt Vile has been commanding the streets ever since he found his direction. Originally starting the prominent band The War on Drugs in 2005, he has earned the title of an effortless rock star. Due to creative differences, he wandered away from the group as his own lone…
A house will only look beautiful when its surroundings are beautiful as well. Once someone has stepped foot in your compound, they should be happy with the way your house and your walkway look. The walkway is a great factor that will determine the comfort levels you and your guests feel. When creating a garden…
It has become common place that more and more Chinese performers of all types are painting the music scene red. Acts like Princess Long Long, Feifei Yang, Camellia Cheung and so on have made their mark nationally. Among these bright stars is newcomer Ms. Lou who has grown to be a pure talent in her…
Andrea Desmond delves into a beautiful pop perfection with the gorgeous “Brighter Than The Stars”. Multifaceted and multilayered, the songs swirl about with such colorful flourishes. Heavily grounded in pop, the pieces radiate a sense of optimism. The arrangements feel fantastic, infused with a tremendous amount of energy. Rather beautiful, Andrea Desmond proves to be…
Kenny Chesney Hits Millionth Ticket at Gillette Stadium With an opening video welcome from the New England Patriots organization that included Robert and Jonathan Kraft, head coach Bill Belichick, quarterback Tom Brady, tight end Rob Gronkowski, wide receiver Cordarelle Patterson, offensive linemen Marcus Cannon and David Andrews, plus Patriots Broadcast Analyst Scott Zolak and members…
Today’s era is all about digitization, technology has evolved a lot and with such advancements, people are now able to buy all the things of need using their smart phones or laptops simply by making use of the internet. Online shopping provides a person with ease to shop anywhere, anytime without any hassle. Online sellers…
Swiss hardrock/metal band, MAXXWELL, have released a new music video for “She’s Mine”, the track is taken from their fourth album ‘Metalized’, which will be released on September 21, 2018. The video was filmed during MAXXWELL’s Swiss tour with their friends of SHAKRA, and can be viewed here @skopemag. MAXXWELL is ready to conquer the…
The internet is considered to be one of the world’s largest sources of knowledge. Millions of computer network systems collect huge amounts of information so that they could be shared as well as updated without any sort of limit. Have you imagined exactly how many activities can you indulge in via the ever-expanding web world?…
Most people have something that they’re passionate about whether it be food, exploring, or books. However, there are people who are truly passionate and have a deep love for music. There are different aspects of music that you may enjoy which include listening to it, playing instruments, or the business side of things. The good…
NOTD Deliver New Single ‘Been There Done That’ Featuring Tove Styrke Having amassed nearly 200 million global streams on their previous track ‘I Wanna Know’, Swedish duo NOTD continue their meteoric rise through the music landscape. Delivering new track ‘Been There Done That’ featuring Tove Styrke, released today, August 24th on Island Records, the production…
Fire and passion pour through the whole of Arzalez’s “The Man of a Thousand Lives”. Done with a theatrical flair, Arzalez’s lyrics are full of poetry. Everything works in a perfectly balanced way, from the attention to detail to the highly emotionally wrought vocals. Jazz, pop, and a hint of blues come into the fray…
SWAY are thrilled to share their brand new music video for “Naturally” today, August 24th, 2018. The backdrop of a retro amusement park in California with a scenic view combined with the muted color palette gives the video a cool, hipster feel. The video follows four girls, who were specifically cast to look like SWAY…
Keys N Krates Announce “Closer We Get” Tour; Share New Single “My Soul Is Falling” Toronto trio Keys N Krates is celebrating the meteoric success of their debut album Cura and its extensive world tour by bringing their show back to Earth for their fans. Today, the trio is announcing their new “Closer We Get”…
Pennsylvania metal band Tallah released their official music video for the single “Cottonmouth” off of their self released EP titled NO ONE SHOULD READ THIS. The video, directed by Tallah’s very own Max Portnoy, is the follow up to Tallah’s debut single and video “Placenta” which was released last month to great acclaim… reaching over…
LAMB OF GOD Releases Animated Music Video for BURN THE PRIEST Cover of Ministry’s “Jesus Built My Hotrod” Guitarist Mark Morton says about the track: “This was a benchmark song from the early 90s. We didn’t even originally plan on doing it – producer Josh Wilbur and I learned it real quickly and put it…
Like many of the most passionate and talent musical artists, Young Saint Nick began his musical journey early. He started during his teens and soon met his chief collaborator, Victor Ardene. It was a fortuitous meeting. Ardene, a budding music producer who finished near the top of his class, brought a talented young professional into…
Kandace Springs has released “6 8,” a sublime remake of Gabriel Garzón-Montano’s gorgeous ballad that is molasses slow and crystalline pretty. Kandace’s sensual vocals and chiming piano intertwine with Elena Pinderhughes’ ethereal flute and float above Burniss Travis II’s bass and Karriem Riggins’ drums. Watch the video for “6 8” here. The song follows the…
Darren Jessee is a former member of The Ben Folds Five and co-writer of their biggest hit “Brick”, earned a Grammy reward for his contributions to The War on Drugs’ A Deeper Understanding, and has collaborated with a number of other important modern artists. He’s reached a new peak, however, with the release of his first…
If you haven’t already heard the music of Water and Man thus far in 2018, odds are you will before the year is out thanks to the mammoth success of their new album Phantasie, which both critics and longtime fans both agree is some of their very finest material to date. Water and Man aren’t your…
Alex Aiono today released his new single “Big Mistake” on Interscope Records. The song, a firsthand account of a relationship gone awry, showcases the songwriting and vocal skills Aiono’s fans know and love. “Big Mistake” is available now at all digital retailers and streaming services. Aiono states, “‘Big Mistake’ is opening up the next chapter…
New music from Liza Owen – Polite Amassing over 7 million Spotify streams to date, British-Cambodian soul-pop powerhouse Liza Owen returns with the release of her brand-new single ‘Polite.’ Rising talent, Liza’s ‘Polite’ embodies the beautiful original material that has garnered her plaudits worldwide, fusing rich layers of raw melancholic emotion, and crisp percussive elements.…
“Around the World in Eighty Days,” is a true classic and amazing novel by French writer and imaginative spirit, Jules Verne that was published in 1873. In this amazing tale in which two men set out to navigate around the world in 80 days on a 20,000-pound wager by their friends. What does that have…
If you’re interested in creating a sound studio or practice space, you may wonder where to start. You don’t need much space for a studio, and in fact the smaller it is, the less you’ll have to change. That’s because most studios line their inner walls with foam padding that absorbs acoustic sound, to remove…
Looking for a gift, especially for men is not an easy job. It is one of the toughest tasks as men are not that easy to please. There are lot many options available online and in stores out of which you can select the best one for gifting. Firstly, you have to understand what kind…
Newest sensation, Raiche is quickly catching the ears of many with her breezy vocals and refreshingly unique singing style. With her confidence, consistency and overflow of positivity, the ambitious 22-year-old is undeniably on her way to becoming your next favorite artist. Growing up in Pittsfield, Massachusetts she was introduced to music at a young age…
Oh Sees Share “Anthemic Aggressor” Video On Paste Oh Sees shared the video for their track “Anthemic Aggressor” on Paste. The band has announced a fall North American tour starting 10/2 in San Francisco and will also play three NYC shows. Tour dates are below. Oh Sees new LP ‘Smote Reverser’ is out now on…
