Getting your band together for a serious jam session is exciting. You’ve put in the hard hours of rehearsal and now it is time to strut your stuff in front of a small group of friends. There are a few reminders that will help you pull off a heavy jam without any hitches or glitches.…
On “Main & Lincoln” stop.drop.rewind tap into the best of pop punk. With infectious riffs and an unstoppable energy, the song perfectly embodies the optimism of youth. Lyrically precise, a story unfolds of a shaggy dog quality. By letting the whole thing rush by in a gorgeous blur everything simply stuns, from the ringing of…
Proper preparation is required to get the most out of your trip to India. Here are important tips to help you plan a trip to India and make sure you’re well-organized so that you enjoy yourself to the full without stress getting in your way. Your destination in India For many, choosing the places to…
The newest track from Panda Funk is a soulful, multifaceted tune titled “Infected” by producer GARABATTO and talented singer Charlee Muse. “Infected” weaves a tale of the juxtaposing emotions and self-medication that results from futile attempts at trying to fill a void with instant gratification. Muse’s poignant vocals are accentuated by GARABATTO’s deliberate, resonant bassline…
It’s not often these days that you come across someone whose sound is just as genuine and sweet as the person inside. But that is Katie Garibaldi to the core as she sings from deep within and has a BIG heart to boot. For example, when I received the album from Katie it was signed…
Right Said Fred are probably one of the hardest acts to forget of the last two decades, with multiple hits to back them, including the 1991 smash “I’m Too Sexy” and the 1992 hit “Deeply Dippy,” to name among their well-known catalog. Coming from the UK they have that British factor of which they make…
Prog Ensemble Tautologic Releases “Re:Psychle” An Album of Songs About Chicago Based in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Tautologic bandleader Ethan Sellers is an alumni of the University of Chicago. Written within blocks of the University and the Obama mansion, Sellers’ songs for Re:Psychle document people he has met around the Chicago area. Addiction…
Jennifer Hope is out with a new acoustic EP called SINspirations, a dark and whimsical collection of songs featuring three covers and one original song, “#1 Deadly Sin.” Hope is based out of California and is known for her enchanting and otherworldly sound. It’s an EP with a unique and haunting charm that will send…
If you routinely meditate to music, you know how it enhances your practice. If not, you’ll be delighted with its benefits! Certain genres are preferable, soothing the body, emotions, and mind. Here’s how to find music that aids going within. Know What Comprises Quality Meditation Music For music to promote deep serenity, it must possess…
The Band of the Hawk offers a thoughtful take on the contentious political climate of the United States with “Dunno Wut To Believe In”. Flows intermingle with incredible ease as the song unfurls with a naturalistic quality. Small gestures mean a great deal as the Band of the Hawk ensures that patience becomes an important…
Sarantos goes for an expansive anthem with the potent “Rock The Vibe”. Pop anchors the entire piece while Sarantos incorporates dub, EDM, and even a hint of electro into the proceedings. A playful quality infuses itself into the entirety of the track, thanks to the powerful lyricism of Sarantos. Over the course of the track…
Uncle Tadashi & the Boyz goes for a leisurely, pastoral quality with the soothing “Stay For Awhile”. Vocals display a great deal of tenderness. Opting for a timeless quality the light and airy arrangements work wonders. Recalling a 70s-soft rock sort of style, the lyrics focus on a life lived to the absolute fullest. Quite…
Atlantic recording artist Hayley Kiyoko has released her new song “Curious,” the first official single from her highly anticipated debut album EXPECTATIONS. “Curious” is available now via all digital music retailers and streaming services. “I’m so excited to launch my debut album with “Curious,” says Kiyoko. “This song is all about self-respect and knowing when…
Imminence Records has once again trekked to Boise, ID and unearthed a promising up-and-coming emcee. In the process we have partnered with Axiom Tha Wyze to welcome Zero by releasing their epic cypher. ZERO is currently working on new music for his label debut. “Change is inevitable… Progression is a choice. That’s been something that…
Unfortunately, cable bills tend to become more expensive over time rather than becoming cheaper, and many times there’s no warning or logical explanation for the price increase. That’s especially upsetting considering the fact that the average cost of a cable bill is about $100 per month. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to customize your…
Jared Dylan is a pop/singer songwriter from New Jersey with one of the most impressive resumes in the industry. At a mere 23 years of age, Dylan has performed with some of the biggest and iconoclastic names in the music world including members from Grand Funk Railroad, Badfinger and Alice Cooper. Similarly, he has opened…
Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News VANCE JOY UNVEILS NATION OF TWO, OUT FEBRUARY 23RD On the heels of his Rolling Stone Australia cover story, Vance Joy has revealed a release date of February 23 for his long-awaited second album, Nation of Two. The multi-platinum Australian singer/songwriter has also unveiled the album’s cover art…
For any building, preventive maintenance is a must to ensure all goes well. This is particularly true with music halls, since the quality of the performance, as well as the audience experience, can be hindered by maintenance problems. Because of this, it’s important for music halls to have maintenance staff perform certain tasks on a…
Jorja Smith, at just 20 years old, has had an already remarkable career in a short span of time, culminating last year with an opening spot on Bruno Mars’ US tour and winning the BRITS Critic’s Choice Award for 2018, the first independent artist ever to do so. Today she shares the first of new…
Global superstar Diplo unveils a new video for “Get It Right” featuring MØ today. Watch the video, directed by Brantley Gutierrez and with choreography from longtime collaborator Sara Bivens and Calvit Hodge, here. “Get It Right was one of those songs that was written within a very short amount of time—where you hear the beat,…
Natali Felicia has revealed the gorgeous new video for her latest single ‘This Summer Is Cruel’, taken from her forthcoming debut album via Antifragile Music. The black and white video is shot in a vintage style with delicate soft focus, featuring Natali surrounded by the elements through quiet, reflective moments and placed among landscapes in…
It could be the beautiful weather, or the beautiful people, or the constant presence of creative endeavors. Whatever the reason, Southern California continues to lure artists across the country, promising adventure, community, and nonstop fun. The latest outstanding songwriter to make the trip – from frosty Michigan, no less – is Austin David, and he’s…
Video: Yung Tory – “Drink Alone” Bringing a distinctive melodic sensibility to trap music, Yung Tory is a name to watch out for in 2018. Serving up a mournful, warbling, trap ballad, Yung Tory grieves for the end of a relationship on “Drink Alone.” Despairing over liquid keys and skittering hi-hats, Tory bemoans is newly…
We @skopemag are so excited to bring you the new single from Swirl. The guys are back at it with ‘The Lift.’ Join us today as we speak with DT about the new single and so much going on with Swirl! Q: Where are we speaking from and how you feeling about 2018? DT here,…
Cleopatra Records To Release Alternative Recording Artist’s Four Track Digital EP Friday, January 12th! After independently raising money for Linkin Park’s charity, the Music for Relief, One More Light Fund in Memory of Chester Bennington, Jennifer Hope delivers her latest alternative acoustic EP, SINspirations. Available Friday, January 12th on iTunes and all major digital music…
Written when Lynn was going through her own challenging life transitions, the song depicts the difficulties of overcoming such transitions in life, where sometimes we feel like being enveloped in a dark room of emotions or characters, even when we are surrounding by sunshine and light. That’s when we have no choice but to let…
What may have been a luxury reserved for the rich and famous is certainly quite attainable today. Every home theatre owner thinks that they can do better. A bigger TV screen, better speakers, a more comfortable sofa and above all the best possible quality of picture and sound. In reality, this is possible but it…
Having surpassed their goal following a successful PledgeMusic Campaign, the Billy Walton Band are getting ready to unleash their newest LP “Soul of a Man” this January! As they wrap up the remaining U.S. Tour dates before heading across the pond performing in the U.K. through the start of the year along with stops in…
Following the release of 2015’s “Someone Like You”, Blues Rock and Americana Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Albert Cummings is back with a brand new Live CD/DVD/Blu-ray collection out now Recorded at a recent performance in his hometown of Williamstown, MA the aptly titled “Albert Cummings Live at the ’62 Center” features the widely respected bluesman and his band…
Symon has a proven record for creating summer anthems (her 2016 hit “Say” and 2017 hit “I Never Do” have nearly one million views on VEVO) and her new single “Lonely Girl” is already tracking in the Top 60 on the Female Pop Chart. As pop music’s hottest rising artist, what Symon says goes. A…
Conceptz employs a playful retro-referencing sound with “Break It Down”. Reminiscent of Jurassic 5’s highly articulate carefully considered flows, the song rushes by in a fantastic blur. Quite thoughtful Conceptz create a myriad number of stories to explore in exquisite detail, proving to be deft storytellers. “Nothing’s Rights” shows off the sweet sounds of Kristy…
Do you love taking pictures of yourself, pictures of exciting places, and pictures of other people or just anything that deserves to be captured on film? It is time to take that hobby a notch higher and convert it into a well-paying and well-respected career – professional photography. However, it takes more than just taking…
No, maybe you haven’t heard of this group yet. But if you’ve paid attention to popular music in 2017, you ought to recognize “Late Nights & Heartbreak” from the moment you press play: it’s the soulful, stirring, Grammy nominated track that provides the backdrop for the centerpiece of Jay-Z’s most recent album. http://facebook.com/HannahWilliamsAndTheAffirmations “4:44” —…
Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News Kat Edmonson’s “Old Fashioned Gal” out April 27 Songwriter and vocalist Kat Edmonson’s fourth album, Old Fashioned Gal, is set for release April 27 on Spinnerette Records. NPR Music’s “Songs We Love” premiered the title track, noting, “Edmonson is astute with her references, and canny about the flirtation…
Gambling has been a favorite pastime for thousands of years thanks to the euphoria it can bring when you are winning and the adrenaline rush those betting get when they are at risk. Thanks to the advancement of technology, we have gone from placing bets by throwing stones and sticks to using touchscreens at kiosks…
From longtime fans Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio and filmed with extraordinary access over the course of more than two years, MAY IT LAST is an intimate portrait of the acclaimed North Carolina band The Avett Brothers, charting their decade-and-a- half rise, while chronicling their present-day collaboration with famed producer Rick Rubin on the multi-Grammy-nominated…
Do you find the Wild West stories intriguing? You want to live there and have your daily dose of lassoing and cattle runs. Well, at least close enough at the very least. Where do you find apartments in Austin TX? There is a lot more than the mysteries of lassos and huge steers to look…
ANTI- Records is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Mamba, the sophomore album from South Africa-bred artist Prism Tats. Due out March 2, Mamba offers a moody but melody-driven strain of psych-inflected post-punk. Recorded with producer Chris Woodhouse (Thee Oh Sees, Ty Segall), Mamba explores themes of self-inflicted isolation, working-class hopelessness, and the emotional…
A new Sufjan Stevens video for “Life With Dignity” (Helado Negro Remix), taken from Stevens’ The Greatest Gift mixtape, debuts today after an exclusive premiere on Apple Music—watch it here. Directed by Adam Carboni, the video follows three people living with cancer. A portion of proceeds from the release—a collection of outtakes, remixes and demos…
The shocking hidden suffering of captive elephants has been exposed today by In Defense of Animals on its respected annual list of the Ten Worst Zoos For Elephants in North America. The 2017 list reveals premature deaths, brutal breeding procedures, and flagrant violations of the Animal Welfare Act. Zoos all over the US and one…
