Arizona based blues rockers Mason have released a debut album entitled Midnight Road capable of reminding you why this style of music has enjoyed such enduring popularity. The ten song collection is steered by the vocals and memorable guitar of bandleader Jacob Acosta, a prolific multi-instrumentalist who’s earned quite a reputation for himself in indie…
The Flashpot Moments – ‘s/t’
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The self-titled recording debut for The Flashpot Moments represents a chance for singer/songwriter and drummer Tim Cawley to promote his musical talents in a much more complete way on a bigger stage than ever before. The “band” for the album’s eleven songs isn’t a cohesive unit in the typical meaning of the word as Cawley…
Woodes Releases ‘Bonfire’ Video
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Taken from the Melbourne artist/producer Woodes acclaimed debut self-titled EP, her newest single ‘Bonfire’ combined her love of percussion with a quirky enthralling melody – today she released the accompanying live video, just as magical as the track with an enthralling live performance from Woodes. The video shot at The Line, in Melbourne shows off…
DocFell & co. – ‘Dust Bowl Heart’
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DocFell & co. offer the true grit and soul of the blues with “Dust Bowl Heart”. Passionately played their attention to detail is admirable. The arrangements are truly raw with the right sort of instrumentation: from the western twang of the guitar to the careful fiddle work, the entire album simply drives forward with such…
Maryama New Video “Where The Mermaids Are”
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While growing up in her native of Iran and in a multi-cultural family, Maryama (Maryam Mirbagheri) studied guitar with rock stars such as Ardavan Anzabipour and Homayoun Majdzadeh and soon continued her journey as a young girl in North California. This unique blend of cultures has allowed her to craft a unique sound that brilliantly…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 7, 2017
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Sam Hunt’s “Body Like A Back Road” Sets Streaming Record MCA Nashville’s Multi-Platinum-selling country star Sam Hunt released new song “Body Like A Back Road” to overwhelming fanfare. The song shot to No. 1 on the digital sales and streaming chart and is already climbing country radio’s Top 15 in only four weeks. “Body Like…
Howard Simon – ‘Visitors’
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Sung with a true sense of earnestness is Howard Simon’s intimate folk offerings on “Visitors”. Possessing a great knack for storytelling the songs radiate with warmth. The delivery is all-engrossing for Howard Simon’s articulate engaging lyricism leads the sound forward. Arrangements are kept to the utmost essentials. His spry guitar playing alongside the rather mellow…
Jeremy Poland & Lantz Dale – ‘Timeless Soul’
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The success of Jeremy Poland’s first album Southbound Heart didn’t leave him feeling hidebound to pursue the same mold on his follow-up. Timeless Soul finds him teaming with Lantz Dale for a rousing sophomore success. Dale, Poland’s producer on the debut Southbound Heart, brings a distinctly different personal background and musical pedigree to the project…
Gangly New Single “Whole Again”
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GANGLY signal the arrival of the next great Icelandic band to make a global impact, now set to release their new single ‘Whole Again’. Having been anointed by the Nordic island’s musical Goddess, Björk, who has said she is ‘obsessed’ with singer Jófríður, ‘Whole Again’ draws you deeper into GANGLY’s delicate, frosted slow jams. GANGLY…
Paddy Hanna Shares New ‘Bad Boys’ Single
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Dublin-based songwriter Paddy Hanna returns today with ‘Bad Boys’, a baroque cut of shimmering, intelligent pop. Following 2015’s double-whammy of ‘Austria’ and ‘Underprotected’, new single ‘Bad Boys’ finds Paddy on his most effortlessly charming form to date, the tale of those titular bad boys sitting atop a swirling, orchestral backing. “We all have one of…
Owen Video For “Settled Down”
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Mike Kinsella is not your average singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. The beloved Chicago-native has been soothing ears and mending the hearts of his dedicated fanbase for over an astonishingly prolific two decades. Moreover, he’s also credited with playing a major role in carving out a new sound that emerged in the late nineties and early naughts that captivated…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 6, 2017
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ROZAMOV: This Mortal Road LP Playing At Decibel Magazine Boston doom metal quartet ROZAMOV will see their debut full-length, This Mortal Road, released tomorrow, a joint effort through Battleground Records and Dullest Records. As the record looms on its public unveiling, Decibel Magazine is now streaming the entire record early. Hear Sad Vegan’s Debut EP…
10 Best Workout Tips of All Time
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We’re going to take a look at some top habits to use when working out to advance your results. Everything in this list is natural; therefore, it won’t work as dramatically as steroide en ligne 120kgs, but it will make noticeable improvements to every workouts you complete. 1.Water Consuming lots of water will make significant…
Improving Long-Term Health & Disease Prevention
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There are different aspects of physical and mental health that need to be maintained. Improving your health will help to reduce your vulnerability to diseases and injuries. The most effective way to secure your health is through gradual small changes. Quit Smoking It is well-known that smoking is hazardous to health. While it may not…
LÉON RELEASES ‘FOR YOU’ EP TODAY
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Columbia Records singer/songwriter LÉON has released her sophomore EP, ‘For You,’ today. The 4-song EP features the brand new title track “For You,” along with the previously released irresistible gems “Sleep Deprived,” “Liar” and “Think About You.” The stunning compilation is a first look into what’s to come from LÉON’s debut album due to release…
Natalise + the Sunset Run – ‘Glimpses of the Sun EP’
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Delivered with true tenderness, Natalise + the Sunset Run is a powerful potent piece of chamber pop. Extraordinarily tasteful, the songs are imbued with a truly sunlit presence. Melodies glimmer in the softened atmosphere. Lyrics lead the way forward with the vocals resting at the very heart of the collection. Pieces play off each other…
RAVEN NEW VIDEO “PHOENIX”
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The myth of the phoenix is timeless and universal, a paean to rebirth and renewal that has resonated for centuries. The phoenix, rising from the ashes, brimming with new, vital life, symbolizes the ability to break free of bonds and summon the strength not only to survive but to triumph, to persevere—repeatedly and determinedly, without…
A Thousand Horses Single ‘Preachin’ To The Choir’
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A Thousand Horses are back in the saddle for 2017 with the release of their brand new single ‘Preachin’ to the Choir’. The track is the first to be taken from their forthcoming second album, due for release on BMLG Records later this year. ‘Preachin’ To The Choir’ premiered yesterday on Rolling Stone Country. Speaking…
Zola Blood Release “Good Love”
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London four-piece Zola Blood return with Good Love, the new single from their upcoming debut album, Infinite Games. Having made a name for themselves through their brand of brooding electronica – the band’s last single ‘Islands’ gained huge support from the likes of Huw Stephens and solid backing from Spotify. ‘Good Love’ builds and crystallises…
Aspiring Musicians: 5 Keys to a Perfect Album Demo Submission
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These days, the recording environment has changed dramatically from what it was 20 or 30 years ago. Album demos used to be very basic things, often recorded in someone’s garage rather than in a studio. However, with the increasingly crowded music scene, those who do not create perfect demos often find that they have trouble…
Jeff Rosenstock Video “Pash Rash”
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With their review for his new album, WORRY. (SideOneDummy Records), Pitchfork used the byline “In certain circles, Jeff Rosenstock is one of the most important figures in modern punk, and with WORRY., he has made his magnum opus.” Lofty praise? Indeed. But for someone with a resume like his, it quickly becomes apparent that his…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 3, 2017
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Video premiere: HYPERSONIC “Prayer In The Dark” Italian masters of Symphonic metal Hypersonic have released the first videoclip for the song “Prayer in the Dark”. COLDPLAY ANNOUNCE KALEIDOSCOPE EP Coldplay have just revealed the June 2 release of their five-track Kaleidoscope EP, together with a brand new song from the EP, Hypnotised. Hypnotised’s surprise release…
Carmen Lundy – ‘Code Noir’
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The latest release from Miami born, Los Angeles based jazz vocalist/songwriter Carmen Lundy, Code Noir, continues her recent spate of top notch collections with, arguably, her most complete work to date. Lundy’s experience as an actress on Broadway stages and film further enhances her interpretative talents in the way she’s able to so clearly embody…
Illuminatè Steele Releases “Design By Design (The God Complex)”
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Synthwave messiah Illuminatè Steele, delivers latest video entry to the masses in her bittersweet tribute to Minneapolis purple royalty, Prince. Illuminatè Steele releases her new video “Desire By Design (The God Complex)”, showcasing her many talents as a longtime electronic producer, writer, video director and artist possessing a unique style and sound all her own.…
Elsewhere Video Release “Don’t You Believe Me Baby” (The Police Official Cover)
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The amount of music out there today can feel overwhelming but Boston-based progressive leaning/power pop trio Elsewhere are one of a kind. The band combines the energy and raw angst of punk with the ambition and creativity of progressive rock. Influenced by a wide array of bands like Rush, Duran Duran and the Sex Pistols,…
The Cuckoos Release New Single “Get It On”
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The Cuckoos, consisting of Kenneth Frost (vocals, keyboards) Dave North (lead guitar, backing vocals) Eric Ross (bass guitar) and Cole Koenning (drums), first began making music in 2014. Listeners have praised the band’s uncanny ability to bring back the sounds of psychedelic rock from the 1960s in their original songs—an especially impressive feat considering their…
Make Your Creative Exhibition Stand Out From The Crowd
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Whether you are showcasing music, art or another creative piece, look at the following tips on how to make your creative exhibition stand out from the crowd. Make your creative exhibition stand out from the crowd When it comes to businesses showcasing their creative products, they need to be able to attend tradeshow events and…
Jet Black Pearl – ‘Flop’ EP
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With a childlike sense of wonder is the fantastic surrealism of Jet Black Pearl’s “Flop”. Playful arrangements adorn the tender tracks. Over the course of the collection the pieces appear to nearly drift into the air for they are so light. Layer upon layer are intermingled in such deft ways. Attention to detail means that…
DREAMCAR SHARES FIRST SINGLE “KILL FOR CANDY” FROM DEBUT SELF-TITLED ALBUM
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DREAMCAR today shared “Kill For Candy”, the rollicking lead single off their forthcoming debut album DREAMCAR, due out May 12, 2017 via Columbia Records and produced by Tim Pagnotta. The song was world-premiered on the Kevin & Bean show on KROQ in Los Angeles at 7:15am PST this morning, and is now available to stream…
Milán Releases Startlingly Beautiful New Music Video ‘Meaning’
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Milán is the music of Austrian-born singer/songwriter Maria Neckam, who now calls Brooklyn her home. “Meaning” is off her sophomore EP “Time”, produced by electronic duo Pax Humana. This song is inspired by the music they grew up with – late 80’s and 90’s pop and rock. It’s about the everyday struggle to survive and…
How to Keep Expensive Musical Equipment Secure
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Musical equipment is expensive; plus, you probably have an emotional attachment to your gear. Having your instruments stolen would be inconvenient and infuriating. Stop would-be-burglars before they can get their hands on your gear by keeping your musical equipment secure both on the road and at home. Secure on the Road Loading and unloading gear…
Kanisha K – ‘Bet On Me’
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Kanisha K’s chart success thus far is an affirmation that this unique talented singer has a skill set that cuts across multiple genres. She has unerring instincts for making pop songs work, but there’s also a deep bluesy feel in the way she handles this particular track that elevates the song as a whole. “Bet…
The Spider Accomplice – ‘Los Angeles: The Abduction’
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Los Angeles has often been referred to as a city of transplants and The Spider Accomplice certainly fits that term. The band’s three members are hail from elsewhere and discovered each other after relocating to the sunny climes of California in hopes of finding more opportunities in the music business. They have an instantly audible…
October Wish Video “Caught Up in This Lie”
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With a sound that can only be described as dazzling, epic songwriting meets an earthy, organic folk-rock aesthetic, Melbourne-based October Wish is poised to take the music world by storm and break through from “Down Under”. Fronted by Matt Leffanue and Sarah Gurry, the duo has released an outstanding debut single with “Caught Up In…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 2, 2017
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Strange Lot Share “Have It Your Way” via All Things Go Today, Strange Lot premiere, via All Things Go, “Have It Your Way,” the title track from their forthcoming LP, out this Friday March 3rd. The track is part of their sophomore record ‘Gods & Clods,’ coming out this Friday Strange Lot’s psychedelic sound channels…
Brooke Moriber – ‘Up All Night’
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Brooke Moriber is, virtually, a Renaissance woman. There simply aren’t as many all-around performers still on the scene, regardless of gender, who cover as many bases. Moriber’s music career comfortably sits alongside her critically praised career as an actress with numerous Broadway, film, and television credits filling out her CV. She’s a true force in…
Gina Roode – “Half-A-Hallelujah”
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Gina Roode sings a song of triumph and celebration on the jubilant “Half-A-Hallelujah”. Carried by her strong powerful voice the piece is pure pop perfection. The attention to detail is profound for Gina Roode lets the multiple layers of sound interact with the greatest of ease. Stylistically Gina Roode covers a wide range from folk…
Robert Hunter Video Release “Gone for Good”
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Check out the edgy new single and music video from Robert Hunter’s sophomore EP release, “Afterglow.” http://www.roberthuntermusic.net Robert Hunter is an American singer/songwriter and poet, who first gained critical acclaim following the release of his debut EP “Outta My Mind,” which was produced and recorded in Nashville, TN. Two songs from that album (365 and…
Kirbie – ‘Human Single’
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The first single from Washington DC area singer/songwriter Kirbie’s new album, Melon Soup, is entitled “Human” and gives listener an excellent taste of what they can expect from this upcoming release. Her self-titled 2010 release presented her as a compelling talent with her own idiosyncratic voice quite unlike any other working today, but “Human” shows…
BORDEEN “OCEAN TIDE” OFFICIAL VIDEO
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This song is about accepting the things in life that are out of your control and being ok with that. There’s a certain melancholy about it, but through surrender, there’s a greater hope. Once you get past certain realities and experiences you can reach a deeper sense of joy. They decided to call the upcoming…
