ZELOOPERZ NEW TRACK “HEART” Detroit’s fastest rising rap whiz-kid ZelooperZ has announced his anticipated studio album Bothic is coming this Friday, March 4th on Bruiser Brigade Records. Additionally, he has shared new track from the forthcoming album titled “Heart” feat. Wiki of Rat King as premiered by Noisey here. Produced by frequent collaborators Bulletproof Dolphin,…
PREMIERE: MILAN “DK6” VIDEO
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The song “DK6” is off Milán’s self-titled debut EP and was produced by Jim Orso (Holy Ghost!, Hot Chip etc.). The video was directed by Jen Wilmeth, an award winning director/producer (Pride: the Series), and features dance choreography by Karen Niceley, who has danced at the Metropolitan Opera, Cirque de Soleil and in The Color…
Esse Quam Videri – ‘One Way Up’
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Esse Quam Videri’s “One Way Up” effortlessly blends the best of old and new folk. Grandiose in tone the pieces expand in the most satisfying of ways. At times reminiscent of Grizzly Bear’s highly intricate compositions, Esse Queam Videri take a similar approach. Color comes from their flourishes of sound from banjos to the smooth…
THE HEALING POWER OF MUSIC
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Music literally has power over human emotions. Have you ever listened to a song that made you happy, sad, think, cry, dance, or just made you want to sit and listen as close as you could? If so, you’ve felt the emotional power of music. It is music’s emotional power over people and their emotions…
MY SILENT BRAVERY TO RELEASE NEW VIDEO FOR NELLY COVER “RIDE WITH ME”
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My Silent Bravery is happy to announce that they’re readying the release of their current video, a cover of the Nelly song RIDE WITH ME. Ride With Me is currently getting airplay on Vevo, Hollywood Gossip, OK, Alternative Addiction and Skope. Matt Wade, the man behind My Silent Bravery puts it best, “My goal as…
Hannah Ayrault – ‘Me Right Now’
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Hannah Ayrault, like many young men and women before and after her, has planted her flag in Music City U.S.A., Nashville Tennessee, in hopes of finding fame and fortune. It’s a sign of her confidence that she makes such a move at nineteen years old and the five songs on her debut EP, Me Right…
DIPLO’S MAJOR LAZER DEBUTS VIDEO “LIGHT IT UP”
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International superstars MAJOR LAZER – the collaborative project of Diplo, Walshy Fire and Jillionaire—premiere their video for ‘Light It Up’ featuring Nyla and Fuse ODG, directed by Sam Pilling, today. Watch the video, filmed in Fuse ODG’s native Ghana, here. The extended edition of the group’s highly acclaimed 2015 release ‘Peace is the Mission’, is…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 1, 2016
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WE ARE THE WILLOWS STREAM “WHEREVER YOU GO, WHATEVER YOU DO” We Are The Willows and The Homestead Records/Amble Down Records are excited to announce the double vinyl release of Picture (Portrait) parts 1 and 2 on March 25th. Available for pre-order now at WeAreTheWillows.com, the release of the double vinyl album will mark the…
SUNMONKS’ “GREEN” VIDEO
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Listen to Sunmonks’ new double single release out now on Digisquad and The Orchard Records! Currently in the process of recording their debut full-length expected later this year, the duo of Geoffrey CK and Alexandra Steele share their latest two singles, illustrating their progression further into multi-part pop harmonies and instrumentation. Geoffrey CK and Alexandra…
PREMIERE: A GIRL I KNOW VIDEO “THE SUN”
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A Girl I Know is a 60’s inspired pop band fronted by singer-songwriter/actor Carolina Hoyos. As an actor, Carolina is often typecast as the musician and/or homeless streetwise girl, often featuring her own music and weathered clothing from her life on the road. But this type of casting is rooted in some truth, as she…
Jillian Kohr – ‘Free’
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Jillian Kohr’s “Free” is an impeccable ode to living life on one’s own terms. Defiant at times Jillian Kohr creates a compelling series of songs. Her lyrics tie the pieces together creating a snapshot of a person. All a person’s hope, dreams, and disappointments are captured fully and completely. Behind her is a band that…
ETHEREAL RIFFIAN ANNOUNCE NEW EP + LISTEN TO THE FIRST ADVANCE
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Ukrainian psychedelic rockers ETHEREAL RIFFIAN have announced a new EP entitled “I AM. Deathless”, which will be released in late March in association with Robustfellow Prods. The band commented: “The day that happens only once in four years, and the same day that finally brings Di Caprio an Oscar – is a very rare day…
The Love Load – ‘Metal Mothman’
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The Love Load is a rock/metal/punk band from Washington D.C. consisting of just three enthusiasts: Ted Watts (bass, vocals), Ben Azzara (drums), Blaine Misner (guitar, back vocals). On December 14, 2015 they released their new EP called Metal Mothman. The main figure of the album is the Mothman, the cryptid that was widely discussed by…
Bongo Boy Records – ‘Out of the Garage VOL 1’
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Opening things up is the undeniable swagger of Mark Lindsay’s “Like Nothing You’ve Seen”. Formerly the lead singer of the 60s band Paul Revere & the Raiders, Mark Lindsay’s “Like Nothing You’ve Seen” has a retro playful feel, courtesy of a strong guitar riff and just the right amount of organ. Absolutely joyful the song…
ROLLING FOR GOOD TIMES: TOP 5 ROLLING PAPERS
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What’s the best rolling paper around? That’s like asking if a bong or vaporizer is better. Sure, each has its own pros and cons, but ultimately, it’s all about personal preference. With that said, good and bad papers still exist and you definitely don’t want to ruin a good roll with crappy papers. From beginner…
PREMIERE: IDALEE VIDEO “STARTING NOW”
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Indie rock singer-songwriter Idalee (aka Topher Hall) is making his debut with EP Starting Now, available via iTunes and Idalee.com starting March 4. In addition, Idalee has worked with non-profit organization, Prison Fellowship to record and release a music video and mini-documentary about the bonus single “Heal.” The video premiered on Caesar Live’n Loud and…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 29, 2016
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JOEY KNEISER (GLOSSARY) HITS THE ROAD Joey Kneiser was a boy formed in the red-clay mountains of East Tennessee. Skinned-kneed and too blind to drive a car, he constantly searched for a place to locate his restlessness– playing in punk bands with instruments he taught himself to play, skateboarding with a pack of Oak Ridge…
Tyler Colt
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Tyler Colt’s “Back To The Start” is a perfect kind of pop. With carefully crafted lyrics and a catchy melody the song builds up into something so extraordinary. Opening up with a muted guitar hook the song comes into full bloom after the swinging rhythm comes into the picture. Articulate lyrics reflect the kind of…
Jack the Radio – ‘Badlands’
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Jack the Radio’s “Badlands” deserves to be blasted as loud as possible. Packed to the brim with intricate arrangements Jack the Radio’s music positively soars. Aiming for the skies Jack the Radio goes for an epic all-encompassing sound. With a multitude of divergent styles married together (country with indie, hard rock with blues) Jack the…
Small Town Sound – ‘For Mama’
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Sung straight from the heart Small Town Sound’s “For Mama EP” is Americana at its absolute best. Lyrically these songs describe the day to day life of living honestly with oneself. Tuffy Casteel’s voice conveys this sense of purpose with crystal clarity. At times Tuffy Casteel’s vocals recall Rob Thomas at his absolute best. Besides…
Under the Bodhi Tree – ‘The Selfish Generation’
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Esco Santerio was a prophet. He foretold of a day when two young men embark on a quest for musical enlightenment. In the same place Buddha embarked on his 49 day journey, Under the Bodhi Tree has created a sacred place of musical exploration, comprising of Duncan Newland-Thompson, Jaymic Volz and Paul Depew, these rockers…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 24, 2016
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PHANTOMS COVER “COCAINE” Phantoms have released their new cover of Eric Clapton’s classic “Cocaine” with all new production and vocals. The song was originally recorded in 1976 by country blues singer JJ Cale, both the song and Cale were made famous when Eric Clapton released his version in 1977. Stream the Phantoms cover below and…
LE FOLLO ARIE “SHOT IN THE DARK” VIDEO
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The Milanese prog-pop band Le Folli Arie, considered to be one of the most interesting new acts of the Italian indie scene, after the success of the first single in English “It’s not easy” and of the first 3 Italian singles, releases the video of the second single in English “Shot in the dark”. Written…
ELLIE GOULDING RELEASES LIVE PERFORMANCE VIDEO FOR “SOMETHING IN THE WAY YOU MOVE”
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Multi-platinum recording artist ELLIE GOULDING releases a live performance video for her latest single “Something In The Way You Move” today on Vevo. Watch it HERE. The video was filmed in Antwerp in front of 19,000 fans on February 9th, during the European leg of Goulding’s Delirium World Tour. Goulding’s North American Delirium World Tour,…
REPTALIENS NEW SINGLE
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Reptaliens are the newest band to emerge from Portland, blowing up with their lo-fi single “Forced Entry”. While the band may be new, the members are definitely veterans of the music circuit, bringing to the table their past experiences from Portland bands Blouse (Captured Tracks), Wampire (Polyvinyl), and Brainstorm (Tender Loving Empire). The duo also…
JAMES OFFICIAL SINGLE “NOTHING BUT LOVE” OUT NOW
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One of the UK’s most creatively restless and loved artists, James, have announced today that they will be releasing their fourteenth studio album “Girl At The End Of The World” in North America on March 18th. Already, two stellar singles have been revealed from this highly anticipated full-length; “To My Surprise” dropped last month (watch…
Bongo Boy Rock N’ Roll TV Show – Episode 1074 “It’s Our Season For Music Celebration”
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The Bongo Boy Rock N’ Roll TV Show is proud to present the latest episode in their Rock N’ Roll TV Show series, “It’s Our Season For Music Celebration”, bringing the audience 7 talented independent artists in 1 special ½ hour TV show. This Bongo Boy TV produced episode premiered Tuesday, 16th February 2016 in…
Les Fradkin – ‘Mr.Midi Guitar’
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‘Mr. Midi Guitar’ himself, Les Fradkin, brings to you a hot off the press album that’s like nothing you’ve ever heard before! The record features eight, digitally remastered compositions from previous albums and one brand new recording for 2016 titled “Ode To Joy”. What you get here is a musical montage of innovative richness and…
MASSIVE ATTACK PREMIERE THE VIDEO FOR “VOODOO IN MY BLOOD”
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Massive Attack have today premiered the brand new video for “Voodoo In My Blood”. Directed by Ringan Ledwidge, the video is available to watch right now here: http://po.st/VIMBvideo “Am I involved?… Someone said the girl in the video looks like me. I have been to the Joe Strummer subway. I did have a strange encounter…
TITUS ANDRONICUS & CRAIG FINN NEW SINGLE
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With the hotly anticipated “No Faith / No Future / No Problem” American Tour kicking off in just one week, peerless rock band Titus Andronicus [ hereafter +@ ] and luminous singer-songwriter Craig Finn are ready to take their friendship to the next level. It is in that spirit of love and sharing that they…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 23, 2016
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VALLEYS US TOUR Modern progressive/experimental metal group VALLEYS recently released their debut full-length concept album, Experiment One: Asylum. In celebration of the album release, VALLEYS is pleased to announce their upcoming 17-date U.S. headline tour, the Experiment One: Asylum Tour, fueled by COLDCOCK Whiskey. The tour kicks off April 1st in Chesapeake, VA and features…
ANTONIQUE RELEASES NEW HEARTFELT BALLAD “ALL WE REALLY HAVE IS NOW”
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Rising soul chanteuse Antonique Smith is back with an emotional new song called “All We Really Have Is Now,” This song resonates with anyone in the throes of love and obsessing over what may come. The power ballad, penned by Emeli Sande and Toby Gad (“All Of Me”, “If I Were A Boy”), features the…
MISS MULATTO SINGLE “NO MORE TALKING” HERE
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Atlanta’s 16-year-old Miss Mulatto has won the heart, mind and full attention of entrepreneur and Hip Hop Mogul, Jermaine Dupri. Crowned Season 1 winner after surviving an 8 episode Hip Hop boot camp-esque journey on Lifetime’s The Rap Game, Miss Mulatto’s exuberant talent and lyrical flow has beat the competition to earn a recording contract…
Jake Aldridge – “Give You The World”
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Not too much debate about the world-region you’d find Jake Aldridge in after hearing the infamous UK-accent as he starts into the first verse of his brand-new single “Give You The World.” Not really sure if even I could put my finger on exactly what it is about Hip-Hop/Rap-music that tends to come from all…
BILL & MURRAY PREMIERE VIDEO FOR SINGLE “BORED”
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Tel-Aviv-based synthpop trio, Bill & Murray, announce the release of the video for their single, “Bored.” The track is from the group’s debut album, A New Kind of High, which dropped in September of 2015. The new single was exclusively premiered on PureVolume, who says, “The newcomers’ sharp, gritty sound has earned them praise in…
WILSON PREMIERE “GIVE ‘EM HELL” VIDEO
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Detroit rockers Wilson take no prisoners in their newest music video “Give ‘Em Hell”. Watch the video premiering exclusively on VEVO here. The song is off the band’s sophomore release Right To Rise (produced by Johnny Andrews), out now via Razor & Tie. The album is available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon. When describing…
RICKY DRED CONFRONT HIS LOVE FOR STREET LIFE IN “HIGHS/LOWS”
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The Muse Box today announced the release of “Highs/Lows,” the moody and hook-filled reflection on life before sobriety from Toronto rapper and street veteran Friday AKA Ricky Dred. After almost a year of silence spent working on his therapeutic blog, The Sober Emcee, Friday recently came out of a self-imposed musical retirement. “Highs/Lows” is the…
ORGANIZATION TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TIME ABROAD
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Your first trip abroad is always an exciting event, but the importance of it can also make for a lot of nerves. Luckily, there are some great ways of organizing before your trip so you can have the most enjoyment without any worries. Follow these top tips to have the best trip possible and to…
HANA PREMIERES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR HER SINGLE “CLAY”
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Today solo artist and producer HANA premiered the official video for her single “Clay.” The intimate and vulnerable video was directed by the talented Lorraine Nicholson. Watch it here. HANA also revealed she will be releasing her self-titled debut EP worldwide on March 25th. The collection of songs will feature previously unheard tracks from the…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 22, 2016
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ZIGGY MARLEY SETS SELF-TITLED SIXTH STUDIO ALBUM RELEASE FOR MAY 20TH Seven-time Grammy award winning recording artist Ziggy Marley will release his sixth studio album, “Ziggy Marley,” on May 20th through Tuff Gong Worldwide. Recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Ziggy, the new self-titled album marks his first release in 2 years, following 2014’s…
