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SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 22, 2016

WALLACE releases visuals for Frida Kahlo inspired “Negroni Eyes” After an impressive debut year in 2015, future-soul singer Wallace is back with her first music video for Frida Kahlo inspired “Negroni Eyes”. The audio, produced by Adventures of Godriguez (Sampa The Great), has been given a fresh visual directed by Gregoire Liere and filmed by…

ELLE BELLE RELEASES “KNOCK ON THE LIGHT”

Los Angeles artist Elle Belle, the creation of Christopher Pappas is excited to release the latest single “Knock on the Light,” off of his forth coming 23 song opus WAKO GUMBO. “Knock on the Light” is available today worldwide. The song features guest vocals from Misty Boyce (keys for BØRNS), and was mixed by Mike…

JACKIE TECH “YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL”

Multi-tooled audio and visual artist Jackie Tech releases her brand new original record “You Can Have It All” on Ultra Music. From songwriting and singing to fashion and visual creative directing, the Swedish newcomer fearlessly expresses herself through all of the artistic mediums that she’s become versed in. Jackie Tech’s newest is anthemic from the…

WONDERING HOW TO CARE FOR AN ELDERLY FAMILY MEMBER

Old people are a blessing in your life. They show you just how sweet life can be. Consider having a grandma or a grandpa or just anyone old that you hold dearly to you a blessing. You can agree with me that most often, those with elder people to look after tend to care less…

Todd Apfel – ‘One Horse Town’

Todd Apfel’s “One Horse Town” is delivered with pure passion tapping into the best of classic rock. With a sound that virtually invites a sort of sing-along, these are pieces that feel all engrossing. Attention to detail is particularly fine as the guitar work has a rollicking, unhinged feel to it with the grit displayed…

The smallest Creature – “Reboot”

On “REBOOT” the smallest Creature creates a beautiful piece of chamber pop. By maintaining a delicate balance between the hushed whisper and the grandiose, the smallest Creature manages to perfect a glorious sort of intimacy. Imbued with a romantic sensibility the song merges elements of folk, post-rock, classical, even a hint of shoegaze into its…

Kaylee Keller – ‘Song Like that Single’

Kaylee Keller is singer /songwriter who just released her latest single, Song Like That.” The single creates a solid sonic space for the listener to bask in. With Keller on vocals this radio friendly song delivers all of the above and will reveal all the a-typical conventions of today’s modern pop-music that so many adore.…

3 WAYS TO RELAX WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION

There’s nothing wrong with getting a prescription from a doctor to help relax or feel better about life. Most of us have done or will do just that at some point in our live: to help us get through a rough time, to provide some mental assistance while we learn new habits, to take the…

USAIN BOLT IN NEW ARCH BIRDS VIDEO

London production duo Arch Birds have revealed the video for their debut single ‘Be The Fastest’, featuring Usain Bolt – the fastest man on the planet. ‘Be The Fastest’ is an immediate adrenaline-fuelled pull on the senses, with a pulse-raising mix of steel drums and big rolling bass lines alongside the empowering vocals of Vanessa…

SOFIA HARDIG “LOW AND SLOW” SINGLE

The multi-instrumental Sofia Härdig is the latest example of another world class Scandinavian export that’s been dominating the music scene for a while now. Sofia has worked with household Swedish names like the Grammy Award winners The Hellacopters and Bob Hund. Additionally, she has worked with Yoshimi from Boredoms and Free Kitten. The list of…

Clay Melton Band – EP

You have heard it so many times from me, as time goes by, musical acts these days are in some sort of utter need of blending different genres together, and while there are times that’s good and the final product is something beyond awesome – sometime, they just get lost in the sound and can…

CALIFORNIA PREMIER OUTDOOR MEDICINAL CANNABIS COMPETITION

The 13th annual Emerald Cup proudly announces its full artist lineup produced by Ineffable Music Group. The Emerald Cup will take place at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, CA from December 10-11, 2016. This year’s impressive lineup combines the best talent from the progressive reggae community with Stick Figure, Tribal Seeds, and Dirty…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 18, 2016

Coastgaard “A Well Adjusted Man” There is something timeless about the music of Coastgaard that, while playing to a listener’s sense of nostalgia, still feels fresh, current and innovative. On their upcoming sophomore release, Devil On The Balcony, the band has meticulously arranged dynamic chord progressions over immediately engaging rhythmic motifs, reminiscent of 50’s and…

ARI B “BY THE POOL” VIDEO

“By the Pool” was written by Ari B and produced by Ric Poulin at Bristol Studios in Boston, MA. The video, directed by Ray Kay (Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Britney Spears) and choreographed by Kenya Clay, captures the idea of surrounding yourself with the right people in your life. Shot on location in Malibu,…

BRICC BABY ‘PULL UP’ VIDEO

LA-born-and-bred and ATL-affiliated rapper BRICC BABY has released the video ‘PULL UP’, a track from his new mixtape ‘Nasty Dealer 2’ – a collection of individualist cuts written and produced by the man himself, with features from artists including Gucci Mane, Young Thug and Chris Brown, and production credits from DJ Mustard, Brodinski, Dun Deal…

PATTEN VIDEO “DIALLER”

Forward-thinking London-based duo patten have just dropped their music video for brand new Ψ track “Dialler”. Mirroring the audio, the prismatic hi-tech video is a multi-faceted hybrid of strong, stark imagery combining new technology, art and code into ultra-modern iconic visuals. Cast in a deep intense red, the band and everyday 3D objects fragment and…

JIMMY RAE AIMING IN ON THE TARGET NICHOLAS GUNN

If you’re looking for an established artist & producer who creates highly inventive Dance hooks & Worldly hits then Nicholas Gunn is your man! This English native living in Chicago knows a thing or two about the right melody and winning formula as Gunn has numerous singles on various music charts. Nicholas Gunn is driven…

Dennis Sy – ‘Shine On (Featuring Natalie Jean and Darick Spears)’

Optimistic to its very core, Dennis Sy’s “Shine On” is a song of pure hope. Featuring the undeniable talent of Natalie Jean and Darick Spears, the song’s spirit soars to the sky. Effortlessly blending together elements of rock and jazz into a poppy whole the entire song radiates warmth. By far the highlight of the…

GANA “HONEY I’M HOME”

Having cemented their place as one of the most exciting and diverse new acts to emerge on the London scene last year, GANA are set to release their first official single ‘Vitamin D / Honey I’m Home’ on August 19th through 25 Hour Convenience Store. GANA’s playful blend of alt-rock and exhilarating live performances have…

THE HEALTH IMPLICATIONS OF BED BUGS

Bed Bug infestation has assumed an epidemic status in the USA and is fast becoming a major issue that is certainly detrimental to the overall public health. The infestation rates are currently at really an all-time high and so the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency, USA) and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) are…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 17, 2016

SAMUEL JACK REVEALS BEYONCE COVER Samuel Jack is a vintage soul in a relaxed-tee clad body. Raised on a diet of Blues, Motown, soul and roots music, Samuel Jack is an emotive storyteller seamlessly fusing the classic sounds of his upbringing with a refreshing rawness and heartfelt honesty. Born in London, but in tow of…

CHEYENNE TOZZI “OTHER BAE”

Cheyenne has appeared on a number of magazine covers, including Vogue, German Cosmo and French Madam Figaro Magazine, and in 2014 she won the GQ Australia Woman of the Year award. She is currently host of Australia’s Next Top Model, and is planning to release her own clothing line later this year. With a reputation…

ELIJAH NOLL DEBUT MIXTAPE

Chicago-by-way-of-Maine singer/multi-instrumentalist, Elijah Noll, has debuted the mixtape that will introduce him to the world. This diverse 11-song mixtape, entitled Delusional points to a tremendously talented artist capable of wrangling chillwave, R&B, indie rock and classic pop sensibilities into a sound as cohesive as it is eclectic. In addition to writing and singing on the…

TIDES “TAKE MY HAND” SINGLE

Born out of a studio in Brooklyn during the coldest weekend of the year, TIDES is the newest act to be making waves across the music industry. Honing in on their roots in old school R&B, modern pop, and electronic beats, the promising duo’s debut single “Take My Hand” is out now for streaming and…

PWR BTTM “NEW HAMPSHIRE” SINGLE

Having recently announced the UK re-release of their essential debut album Ugly Cherries, queer punk duo PWR BTTM have unveiled brand new song “New Hampshire”, available to hear now and for stream/download tomorrow (Aug 17) via Father/Daughter Records (US) and Big Scary Monsters (UK). The shimmering track will be featured alongside the recently streamed “Projection”…

BANKS “GEMINI FEED” VIDEO OUT

See BANKs perform at the 2016 Guggenheim International on November 16, presented by Dior. They Gugenheim will be honoring several artists: Agnes Martin (in memoriam), Tauba Auerbach; Tacita Dean; Leslie Hewitt; Sarah Morris; Laurie Simmons; and Taryn Simon. “You could drown by drinking too much water. This video is about my thirst for balance.” BANKS…

The Spiders – ‘Election Day (Single)’

The Spiders are led by Lead Guitarist and Vocalist, Nick DeStefano who has teamed up with John Henderson on Bass and Nestor Arcelay on Drums, both longtime veterans of the NJ club circuit, this power trio has spent the last few years developing a very loyal following, and they hope with the release of their…

BERNACCIA VIDEO “ANGEL”

Newcastle based alternative five piece BERNACCIA mix choral and tribal rhythms together with sweeping soundscapes and neo-psychedelic guitars. September 2016 sees the release of their next single “ANGEL”. The band have received constant backing from Nick Roberts at BBC Introducing including two live sessions and also Louder Than War. They have opened shows for YAK,…

WHAT KIND OF ENGINEERING GOES INTO A CONCERT?

When going to a concert, everyone attending expects a great show and, in most cases, have paid good money for the experience. In order to make the concert a memorable experience, there is a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes. If it is successful, the attendees will remember it for years. If…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 16, 2016

Harlem Fine Arts Show hosts luncheon fundraiser for Tubman Home The Harlem Fine Arts Show (HFAS) will host a special brunch, lecture and book signing today in recognition of iconic freedom fighter, Harriet R. Tubman, who is set to become the first African American to appear on U.S. currency. Special guests for the luncheon are…

BLEEKER NEW VIDEO “HIGHWAY”

After concluding a successful 24 date U.S. tour with Sublime With Rome and Five Seven Music label mates, Dirty Heads, Toronto rockers Bleeker are excited to unveil their new music video for “Highway”. The music video features a collection of behind-the-scenes and live footage from the band’s recent tour as well as day-to-day life for…

NEW SINGLE BY AT/ALL “FREQUENCY”

A new trio out of Melbourne, At/All, premiered their second single off their debut album last Friday on DIY Magazine: “On ‘Frequency’, they channel their finest sci-fi leanings into a synth-pop masterclass.” It comes off their upcoming album, Sun Dog, that’s out on August 26th and you can hear the single now via Soundcloud. At/All…

Jimmy Marin – ‘Along The Way’

With a casual cool kind of style, Jimmy Marin’s “Along The Way” ties together elements of classical rock, soul, and a little of the blues. Jimmy Marin’s vocals are impressive and his lyricism is poetic in nature. Arrangements are pitch-perfect as they have a timeless quality to them. Opting for an airy approach these are…

SABRINA PETRINI “I WILL. I CAN. I AM.”

Sabrina’s solo album “I Will. I Can. I Am.” was released June 4th 2016 and had it’s release party at a sold out Avalon, Hollywood. She had a strong collaboration with producer Gabe Lopez (James Brown, Belinda Carlisle, Universal), K.Chozen (Big Sean, Katy Perry), Ruifu Wang (Monkey Buisness Productions), James Krausse (Beyonce, Nick Jonas) and…

SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 15, 2016

ONEREPUBLIC RELEASE NEW SINGLE “KIDS” TODAY, AUGUST 12TH Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated quintet OneRepublic release their new single, “Kids,” today on Mosley/Interscope Records. “Kids” is available for streaming and digital download via all participating digital retailers on Friday, August 12th. The track was produced by Ryan Tedder and Brett Kutzle and recorded in Tokyo, Japan and Mexico…

NOW I SEE “DECISIONS” VIDEO

Metalcore newcomers Now I See has release their newest single and music video “Decisions”. The new single comes from the bands forthcoming full-length which will be released later this year and was produced by Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, Of Mice & Men, I See Stars). Frontman Ian Schneider said, “People often say that If you…

TINASHE PREMIERES “SUPERLOVE” MUSIC VIDEO

Today, singer, songwriter, producer and entertainer, Tinashe, premieres the music video for her new single, “Superlove” via MTV/VEVO. It is directed by Hannah Lux Davis and choreographed by JaQuel Knight, who is best known for his work with Beyoncé and on previous Tinashe videos, such as “2 On” and “All Hands On Deck.” The video…

DANNY L HARLE DROPS “SUPER NATURAL” FEAT. CARLY RAE JEPSEN

Danny L Harle’s eagerly awaited collaboration “Super Natural” with multi-Platinum-selling Grammy nominated singer and songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen, is out now via PC Music / Ultra Music. “I wrote the melody for Super Natural before I had any lyrics in mind, and even at that stage I knew it was going to be an important…