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DJ Gear: What to Start with and What to Save Up For

Your friends say that you have a knack for always knowing the perfect song for the moment, and that you’d make a great DJ. After thinking it over, you decide they’re right, and take the plunge to start out as an amateur DJ. Whether you want a piece of the $72 billion-a-year wedding industry, or…

Rick Ross “Florida Boy” Music Video

Taking no prisoners, four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum rap icon and Maybach Music Group mastermind Rick Ross unleashes the music video for his latest single and massive homage to his home state, “Florida Boy” [feat. T-Pain & Kodak Black]. Watch it on Vevo. Once again, Rozay pulls out all of the stops for the high-octane visual.…

New Official VAVO Remix Out Now On Republic Records

Coming off a massive year, VAVO kicked off 2018 with a bass house festival banger. While it currently remains in the Top 5 Electro House Releases on Beatport, the duo continues to show their production prowess by releasing a pop style remix of Bulow’s ‘Not A Love Song.’ Out now on Republic Records, VAVO’s remix…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Russian Metal Band, Tiavara, Release NEW Track The band states: “When Silence Reigns” is a song about a spiralling descent into mental instability. A sufferer consciously withdraws himself from society out of fear of not being understood or accepted. It is about pushing away loved ones and retreating into a mental shell to avoid torment…

New Video By Safaree “NFL”

Wait – play that back! That’s the sort of reaction Safaree gets to his incendiary verses. The New York emcee comes with relentlessly clever rhymes, a flurry of punchlines, audacious one-liners, straight, uncensored truth from an artist who has never had any difficulty speaking out. Quick-witted, rude, and hilarious: a winning combination. “NFL”, his latest…

Premiere: Michelle LeBlanc Presents New Single ‘BTW’

Nashville-based country/Americana singer-songwriter Michelle LeBlanc is set to release her debut EP, A Man Like You, on March 2, 2018. Produced by Nick Buda and recorded at The Loft Studio in East Nashville, the record is a true reflection of LeBlanc’s own fiery heart and gypsy soul, where she wrestles with love and vulnerability and…

Sule – “Love Me (Country Swing)”

“Love Me (Country Swing)” is the new single by Sule (pronounced Soo-Lay), an artist with a deep background but it’s a bit of a mystery to most of the world. He was brought up on the music of the 70s and 80s, acts like Led Zeppelin, Neil Young, The Police and Jimi Hendrix had a…

Sleep Machine – ‘Mother’

The latest single from Sleep Machine, “Mother”, builds on the stunning success Alisha Zalkin and Dan Kalisher has experienced since their duo debuted with their first EP Cover Me in Gold and reaffirms the strengths we heard on that initial release. Their post-modern take on the blues brings a raw, immediate modern sound together with…

The Gray Vines – ‘Obscene’

The five song EP Obscene from New Jersey based rockers The Gray Vines manages to make the high wire act of balancing 90’s style rock with a modern sound come off easy. The effortlessness of their performances and songwriting alike doesn’t seem possible for a band that initially came together thanks to the trio meeting…

ShaQ:Muzik – ‘My One & Only Love’

This song has an R&B style. Its sound is soft and gentle. The softness brings to mind love and that’s exactly what the song is; a romance, a serenade, a love song. The title, My One & Only Love does well in showing the potential listener what they will be listening to. The title demonstrates…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 12, 2018 @ 1 PM EST

VICTOR WAINWRIGHT & THE TRAIN TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM It had to be a train. The name of Victor Wainwright’s new band – and the sleeve image of their debut album – is also the most fitting of metaphors. In music folklore, the train might have associations with the freight-hopping bluesmen of yore, but with…

Natalie Jean and Levi Moore – ‘The Letting Go’

The Letting Go by Natalie Jean and Levi Moore becomes an overnight sensation among its huge number of fans. Listen and Enjoy! Music has a unique power to bind identical souls who live to cherish the enlightened flame of mesmerizing melodies. Natalie Jean and Levi Moore are such singing duo who bears a deeply embedded…

ESTABLISHED ASIAN PERFORMER SET TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM WORLDWIDE

It comes as no surprise as more and more Asian artists are bridging the gap between the Orient and the States. Vivi Hu is one of those emerging artists who have been working hard to plant her own creative flag here in America. At first Vivi never thought she would consider singing as a career…

Karrie Hayward New Video ‘Going To The Grave’

When you blend the rich, soulful vocal tones with the vibrant, percussive timbre of a guitar, you get Karrie Hayward – a pop infused, indie-edge, kaleidoscope of melodic colours. Going To The Grave is a facetious, tongue-in-cheek song written about the emotional recovery that occurs at the ending of a relationship. The track unravels through…

Bongo Boy TV Season 7 EP 2 – Open Time of Light

Studeo goes for a soaring sort of country rock with the rollicking “This Time”. Rather beautiful, the lovely sound positively shimmers. Lyrics emphasize a true sense of determination. With a commanding post-punk sort of presence, Shadow of Whale’s “Runaway” goes for a raw gritty style. Everything feels stripped down to the absolute essentials as they…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Flosstradamus teams up with 24HRS for their new single, ‘2 MUCH’ | Out Now via Ultra Music Following “Tern It Up,” his late 2017 track with Dillon Francis, FLOSSTRADAMUS is banging out the year with a brand new single. Today (9th February) it’s a return to the sound that put FLOSS on the map with…

New Video By The NaveBlues “Sitting On Top Of The World”

The NaveBlues have quickly been established as the kind of outside-the-box talent that we cherish here at HIP Video Promo. Fronted by Nave Pundik, the group flourishes in their mission to bring their blues rock chops from their Norwegian homes to a global audience. Their previous efforts for “The Bird/Ghost Collector,” “Sexy Kiss,” and “Thank…

Ezra Vancil – “YOU”

Ezra Vancil delves into a compassionate sound on the country-folk musings of “You”. Sung with such tenderness, Ezra Vancil’s work at times recalls the loveliness of Benoît Pioulard’s most straightforward pieces. Absolutely teeming with life, his storytelling ability helps to tie these songs together with the utmost of care. The arrangements go for a light…

Fraction & Finsta – ‘That Ain’t Me’

“That Ain’t Me” seems an incredibly promising song hitting chartbusters from the album Thoughtwork by Fraction and Finsta. With the increasing popularity of creative music, many talented artists have taken the opportunity to come under the limelight and acquire immediate attention. Fraction and Finsta is a combined project of immensely numerous award-winner singer and producer…

AWOL academy- a platform to train in digital marketing

Being a successful businessman is not easy, and that’s true especially for a newbie. They need proper guidance and a platform to show their skills and talent. Not only the newbie but also the seasoned entrepreneur need help to take their company to a reputable position and earn the trust of customers. To sustain in…

Guide to a safe winstrol for women

Anabolic steroids are popular among both male and female bodybuilders. But in comparison to men who have dozens of options, women have fewer options. They have to choose from the fewer options, but the good news is that a safer and highly effective steroid is available for them. Winstrol is the one that is effective…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 10 – 11, 2018 @ 12:30 PM EST

Fuse Honors Legendary Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Whitney Houston On Sunday, February 11 at 7p.m. ET/PT, the anniversary of Whitney Houston’s passing, Fuse will air a #WeMissYouWhitney five- hour programming block in honor of the legendary Grammy Award-winning singer and actress. Throughout the evening, Fuse will celebrate her catalog of classic hits and reflect…

How to Evaluate the Best Rated Divorce Attorneys

Working with a divorce attorney is one of the best decisions you can make when it comes to any kind of divorce. Oftentimes, people choose not to work with an attorney simply because theirs is an uncontested divorce. In the long run, the majority of these people end up being frustrated. Regardless of the type…

WEEKEND EDITION: SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 10 – 11, 2018

Belgian Alternative-Stoner Metallers Black Strike shared new music video A few days after posting their past EP for full stream on Bandcamp and then the single “Tiger” at the same location, Belgian alternative/stoner metallers Black Strike just unveiled a new official music video illustrating the song “Tiger”, released by Otra Vista Production crew and available…

Jai Johnson – “Take it From Me”

From the beautiful soulful state of Huntington, West Virginia there is a fantastic singer /song writer Steve Jai Johnson. His style is a smooth reflection of his passion as an R&B musician with a fusion of Jazz. His easy laid back back style is hot and smooth like melted butter for the ears. Steve Jai…

Randy Lyght – Bumped Into Love

Randy Lyght’s journey from the Canadian wilds into a place of increasingly global prominence continues with his fourth release Another Side of Me. The first single from the album, “Bumped Into Love”, recalls some of Lyght’s abiding influences while still communicating a distinctive personality that makes the material his own rather than pale imitation. Lyght…

Premiere: Lauren O’Connell New EP – ‘Details’ Stream

Lauren O’Connell has recorded songs in sparse rooms across the American coasts – it’s all she has ever known. Capturing musings from her frigid Upstate NY hometown to a quiet, rural home of musicians in the grassy outskirts of Sonoma, to a bustling corner San Francisco apartment with the Golden Gate tenuously discernible in the…

6 Undeniable Benefits of Commercial Cleaning Services

Most people spend upwards of 40 hours a week in the workplace. It is therefore critical that this environment be kept clean so as to ensure it is a safe and healthy place for them to spend their time.  Many small firms prefer to let their employees do the cleaning as well, but it is…

4 Great Ways to Improve Your Car’s Sound System

There is something thrilling about adding a soundtrack to your every ride. It makes the experience more exciting, even if it is just the daily commute we are talking about. However, the sound coming from the stereo can sometimes be fairly annoying. This makes us thankful for the traffic noise around us which can cover…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 9, 2018 @ 2 PM EST

WARD XVI Release ‘Cry Of The Siren’ Single/Music Video UK Theatrical Avant-Garde Rock band, WARD XVI, have released a music video for the new single ‘Cry Of The Siren’, the song is taken from their new album ‘The Art Of Manipulation’, which was released July 1st, 2017 via Rock’N’Growl Records. The video was filmed and…

Dorothy Releases Instant-Grat Track “Who Do You Love”

Dorothy has released “Who Do You Love” as an instant-grat track from their forthcoming sophomore full-length release 28 Days in the Valley, out worldwide on March 16th. The song follows the lead single “Flawless” which is currently in rotation across the country, including early spins from the world-famous Los Angeles favorite KROQ, KLOS and SiriusXM’s…

Handsome Karnivore – ‘The Chaotic Static Between Shadow and Substance’

New Jersey’s Handsome Karnivore has relocated their operations to the Los Angeles area since the release of their first studio album and their second recording, The Chaotic Static Between Shadow and Substance, is a thirteen song statement of purpose promising to open many doors in the band’s musical journey. The four piece outfit brings together…

Nine Beats Collective – ‘Call ‘em Out’

Call em Out is a piece which is unique especially in the way which the lyrics are spoken throughout the piece instead of being sung. The lyrics being spoken sounds great with the instrumentals as well as the backup singers that appear later in the song, it enhances the lyrics and the message. It’s a…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Brooklyn Vegan Premieres Paul Luc’s New Album, ‘Bad Seed’ For his new LP, Pittsburgh-based singer-songwriter Paul Luc wanted to create an experience, to simulate the great recording sessions of the past. He worked with a renowned group of musicians he had never met, and they recorded the album straight to tape. Bad Seed can be…

New Video By Alex Cuba “Piedad de Mi”

Musical renaissance man of the Latin world, Alex Cuba, has played an assortment of rock, folk, and soul throughout his star-studded career. His past singles such as “Sarah” and Lágrimas del Que Llora feat. Josemi Carmona” have shimmered in the skies of music, and he’s returned bearing yet another beautiful piece, “Piedad de Mi” the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 8, 2018 @ 5 PM EST

Aplus Teams Up With SoulTracks To Premiere Brand New Single, “Strangers” Detroit-born and bred singer-songwriter sisters Aplus have teamed up with SoulTracks to premiere the brand new music video for their hit single, “Strangers.” Inspired by the 1998 thriller Fallen, the video was shot in Downtown Detroit in very personal places to Aplus, including the…

Ashley Delima – ‘Stay in America’

Ashley Delima’s “Stay in America” is a rousing single passionately advocating for the uncertain futures facing many immigrants attempting to stay in America. Make no mistake, however, that this isn’t some dry politically inspired diatribe ripped from current events. Instead, Delima’s single is a very human song led by a tremendously emotive vocalist guided by…

SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 8, 2018 @ 1:30 PM EST

The BPM Festival: Portugal Announces 2018 Dates and Thank You Video The debut Portugal edition welcomed fans from over 90 countries to seven distinct venues alongside the beach and city centers, over four days and nights. Featuring over 30 showcases from the likes of All Day I Dream, elrow, Paradise, Stereo Productions, Warung, Vatos Locos,…