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VEGAS MUSIC SCENE 2016

There are very few places in the world that inspire the same feelings of excitement, and expectations of fun, that Las Vegas does upon the very mention of its name. Las Vegas, Sin City, or the Entertainment Capital of the World, as it is often referred to, is renowned for bright lights, brash shows, and…

Bad Mary – ‘We Could Have Saved The World’ EP

Ya gotta know your punk to really ‘get’ Bad Mary. If you’re not okay with a few rough-edges and rough-elbows being thrown-in along the way to the center of their own rock-storm, this will be tougher on you. If you’re all-good with the punk-aspects of freedom & music and how they relate to each other…the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 27, 2016

OLE SIGNS JEFF TROTT ole, the world’s fastest growing independent rights management company, has signed a co-publishing agreement and catalog purchase with acclaimed songwriter Jeff Trott. Jeff’s credits include chart-topping singles “If It Makes You Happy,” “Every Day Is a Winding Road,” Soak Up the Sun,” “My Favorite Mistake,” and “There Goes the Neighborhood” for…

STOLI ESCAPES WINTER IN MIAMI WITH MUSIC GRAND EFFECT

Hello there to all my music loving people of this great planet. It is so nice to see you all. So we have so much going on lets get it on in here. In legal news, The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) announced that it has filed nine separate copyright infringement actions…

THE JOY FORMIDABLE SHARE NSFW MUSIC VIDEO FOR LATEST RELEASE ‘THE LAST THING ON MY MIND’

Welsh trio The Joy Formidable are happy to announce that they’ll be releasing their highly anticipated forthcoming album Hitch on Friday, March 25th via their own record label C’Mon Lets Drift in partnership with Caroline (US), Orchard/ Membran (Europe) and MapleMusic (Canada.) Once described by Rolling Stone as “wickedly bracing and Himalaya-huge,” the fantastic live…

SO BELOW UNVEILS STUNNING NEW SINGLE “LUNA”

New Zealand’s queen of goth pop, So Below (aka Maddie North), has unveiled her stunning new single ‘Luna’ via Soundcloud. Layering etherial vocals over dark electro beats, her latest effort introduces a more upbeat side to the project never heard before before. Racking up a combined 100,000 plays on Soundcloud with her first two singles,…

DARK MATTER NOISE “BLACKWING”

Seattle’s mood-masters Dark Matter Noise was created out of Goth-punk band leader Al Tompkins’ desire to experience evolutionary and sustaining. He had never experimented full on with an electronic sound, and it was time for changing up his total approach from his years in the Pac NW underground music milieu. “Dark Matter accounts for most…

ARRESTED AT A CONCERT: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Concerts are fun. They are a place where you can enjoy the company of good friends and family, maybe a few drinks, and most especially the good music. But what happens when you have had a few too many drinks and the “party” starts to get out of hand? No one wants to be the…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 26, 2016

STREAM LASER’S DEBUT ALBUM ‘NIGHT DRIVER’ Toronto’s Laser, the new group fronted by vocalist Lisa Lobsinger (Broken Social Scene), Paul Pfisterer (The Beauties) and Martin Davis Kinack (Transistor Sound & Lighting Co.), have made their debut album Night Driver available for advance stream prior to its release this Friday, January 29 on Foreseen Entertainment. THUG…

TRINA “BOY” VIDEO

Since the announcement of Trina’s recent venture for her record label, Rockstarr Music Group with Penalty Entertainment (Sony Red Distribution), fans have been in suspense about her gifted role and musical direction as a hip-hop/female rap artist. The moment that fans have been anxiously waiting for, has finally come! The Platinum Recording Artist, Trina, and…

Hz. – “Bad Guy feat. BrooklynxHippie”

Certainly. I can get behind this. The idea of encouraging someone starting out as young as Hz in the rap-game is definitely something that I can support; that being said the skills, ability and talent need to at least show themselves in order to be able to find that sincere WANT to root for the…

Phil Celia – ‘The PCB Sessions’

Quick Bio – Singer/Songwriter Phil Celia, Los Angeles Music Awards 2014 Americana Artist and Male Vocalist of the Year, recorded his follow-up to 2012’s acclaimed “Circus Town” at EPM Studios in North Hollywood. The new record, “The PCB Sessions” was recorded by Lynne Earls and produced and mixed by longtime collaborator, brother Perry Celia, also…

Kenny Fame – ‘Goodbye’

Kenny Fame’s new release called, Goodbye has a rare passion that comes through with pure sincerity. He is a musician out of Harlem, NY and now resides in London, where he is pounding the pavement and soliciting his music and reaching worldwide recognition. Stream: https://kennyfame.bandcamp.com/track/goodbye The song, Goodbye has a longing, that reaches the soul.…

CANNABIS INFUSED VAGINAL PAIN RELIEVER FOR WOMEN

Foria is launching the world’s first Cannabis-infused vaginal suppository, formulated as a natural herbal remedy to soothe monthly menstrual discomfort. “Foria Relief” contains both THC & CBD, but — unlike many other cannabis products — is non-psychoactive because of the delivery-format. Foria Relief suppositories are made from organic Cocoa butter blended with C02-extracted Cannabis oil…

SO – “Echo Park”

Artistically-twisted Hip-Hop? Did I just create a new genre category? If I did just now, I don’t really deserve the credit…SO does for putting that conclusion into my brain after taking in the Echo Park EP – a record so full of unexpected ideas, performances and music that there’s no way you’re prepared. I found…

DIM MAK “DOPE” FOR FREE

DIM MAK is thrilled to announce the signing of Los Angeles-based producer Rain Man, via his jaw-dropping bass tune “Dope.” Slaying conventional genre boundaries, the gifted producer delivers a relentless hybrid beast that incorporates elements of bass-house, dubstep and trap to face-melting effect. Fans can head to SoundCloud to download the song for free. Originally…

THE TEXAS CHAINSAW DUST LOVERS “DARK STUFF”

France’s most galvanizing heavy rock foursome THE TEXAS CHAINSAW DUST LOVERS are back this spring with their debut album “Me And The Devil”, a trash and groovy rock’n’roll statement set to see the day on March 28th via Besta Records. Sexy sweaty rock anthems topped off by a deathly rock’n’roll crooning, Morricone-inspired heavy fuzzy tones,…

DIIV SHARES NEW TRACK “IS THE IS ARE”

Today, DIIV premieres “Is the Is Are,” the title track from their forthcoming sophomore album via Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 show. In conjunction with the release of the track, DIIV is announcing a run of album residency shows in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York in February on the heels of their imminent tour…

Canary Burton – “Raggity Three Step”

Elegant and refined, Canary Burton’s “Raggity Three Step” is a pure joy. With crystal clarity Canary Burton weaves together elements of ragtime with classical to create an unique universe. Restrained at all the right moments Canary Burton plays with a sense of confidence. Veering from absolute softness to outright exuberance, the song manages to cover…

STEVE ANGELLO’S SOLO DEBUT ALBUM NEW VIDEO PREMIERE FOR “THE OCEAN”

Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum selling DJ/producer Steve Angello drops his debut solo album Wild Youth today in its entirety via his own SIZE Records label, which debuted as the #1 dance album on iTunes in over 40 countries. The highly personal album honors Angello’s desire to make music true to his own vision. The LP also…

EVER THOUGHT ABOUT GETTING YOURSELF A MAN-GAGEMENT RING?

One of the successful achievements in a man’s lifespan is the act of going on your knee, proposing to the woman you love and she actually says Yes! Don’t you just get a sigh of relief when you nail it? Proposals can be as uncertain as the downpour of rain, more so if you are…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 22, 2016

HXLT PREMIERES NEW SONG AND VIDEO FOR “SICK” HXLT, the Chicago punk minded crooner and recent signee to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music has announced his debut, self-titled album to drop February 26th. Produced entirely by HXLT (save one track produced by Mano, producer of The Weeknd’s “The Hills”) the album also features a track with…

NICOLE JANE NEW VIDEO “BEAUTY”

Introducing the debut single “Beauty” from rising London trio Nicole Jane. This release comes off the back of completing a 6-night sold out stadium tour in Russia, and is a track that effortlessly mixes modern day RnB with old school Garage to create what is called a Future Garage Sound Let Nicole Jane take you…

Larmheim – “Cent Soleils”

Lärmheim’s “Cent Soleils” offers up an aural kaleidoscope of sounds and styles. Ranging from chaotic, noise-like rushes to the absolute sublime subdued ambient acoustics, Lärmheim does it all with the utmost of ease. With clear influences ranging from Aphex Twin’s very best work to Pan Sonic’s unrelenting aural assaults, “Cent Soleils” presents a plethora of…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 21, 2016

SLABDRAGGER ALBUM OPENER London doom/sludge trio SLABDRAGGER have teamed up with Terrorizer to present you a new track off their upcoming second album “Rise Of The Dawncrusher”, out next month on Holy Roar Records. Fasten your seat belts and hear the monstrous grooves of “Mercenary Blues” now. http://www.terrorizer.com/news/streams/listen-to-slabdraggers-new-song-mercenary-blues/ PET SHOP BOYS NEW ALBUM ‘SUPER’ OUT…

STEELE EP STREAM ‘OPIUM’

After releasing her first two singles “Fade”and “machine.” during late 2015, it ́s now time for Swedish artist STEELE to release her debut EP titled Opium EP on the 19th January this year. Besides“Fade” and “machine.” the EP will include two new tracks. It will be released through Firegate Music Group. Opium EP gets deep…

MATT ANDERSEN “LET’S GET BACK”

The follow up to his 2014 JUNO Award nominated album Weightless, Honest Man sees the powerhouse songwriter pushing himself into new territory with producer Commissioner Gordon (Joss Stone, Amy Winehouse, Santana, Quincy Jones). It highlights Andersen’s rich gospel soul voice and expands on what we already know/love about him while bringing it to a whole…

ARO PREMIERES STUNNING RENDITION OF “I CAN CHANGE”

ARO (pronounced “arrow”), is a singer and songwriter who, at age 16, shunned the family spotlight and embraced anonymity in pursuit of an authentic musical career of her own. “It’s natural to want to rebel against what your parents do,” explains Aimée. “Once I accepted music was my path, I rebelled by wanting to do…

PREMIERE: RYAN BRAHMS “NEW YORK STATE OF MIND” VIDEO

With his previous video, “For This,” Ryan Brahms proved beyond a shadow a of a doubt that he could easily conquer the dance-pop songwriting mountain with ease. The song was a real banger, and the accompanying video was a ridge along through the streets and hot spots of New York City. Perhaps it’s only natural…

HISTORY: DAVID BOWIE FIRST #1 U.S. ALBUM & TOPS CHARTS WORLDWIDE

David Bowie’s 28th album has been confirmed as his first to top the U.S. charts. ★ has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling in excess of 180,000 units since its January 8, 2016 release on ISO/Columbia Records. ★ has entered at #1 in more than 20 territories including the UK, Australia, Belgium,…

Saul Williams – ‘MartyrLoserKing’

Saul Williams is bringing a new sound to hip-hop with his electric beats and chilling sound. His recent self produced album MartyrLoserKing shows Williams extreme close eye for technique and perfection. Williams is definitely someone to watch out for, MartyrLoserKing delivers a form of hip-hop, trap, and electronica that he has conjured up into his…

PEPPINA VIDEO “KEEP THIS LOVE ALIVE”

Breakthrough multi-instrumentalist, Finnish indie pop/rock artist, Peppina, returns to Park City during the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. On Friday, January 22nd at 8pm, Peppina performs with members of Seattle indie outfit Motopony at the official Festival Base Camp Presented by Canada Goose, located at 475 Swede Alley (corner of Swede and Heber). Peppina will be…

SAVAGE MACHINE NEW VIDEO “EVENT HORIZON”

Danish old school heavy metallers SAVAGE MACHINE premieres a new video for the band’s new single title track “Event Horizon”. The new single ‘Event Horizon’ to be released today and is available for streaming and digital purchase on all digital platforms. The video can be viewed below. Pounding basslines, galloping guitars, thundering drums and screaming…

CLAVVS NEW SINGLE “LEVIATHAN”

Atlanta based duo CLAVVS have just released their stunning new single titled “Leviathan.” Filled with stunning vocals from frontwoman Amber Renee, she is accompanied by the intricate instrumentation of Graham Marsh. Together the two bring to the table, an honest, heartfelt, and emotional brand of electro-laced-pop that brings their sound to life. “Leviathan” kicks off…

SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 20, 2016

JIMKATA RELEASE “WILD RIDE” Ithaca electronic rock trio Jimkata will release In Motion on February 12 and this week they’ve announced a slew of tour dates that will keep the band on the road through the spring. The dates were announced when the group debuted the pop-ear-worm “Wild Ride” this week at The Music Ninja,…

Idiot Grins – “Big Man”

Idiot Grins offers the best of country and soul on the triumphant “Big Man”. From the incredible horn section to John Hansen’s powerful vocals, the entire album brims with joy and optimism. “Big Man” swings triumphantly with the colorful work of Michael Conner on keyboards and Randy Strauss on guitar. Anchoring the sound is the…

MANDY JIROUX “FADE AWAY” FEAT REEZ

Following the international success of 2015’s “My Forever,” Dutch duo, Reez and America’s Mandy Jiroux have once again teamed up for a musical collaboration. The new track, “Fade Away”, is being released worldwide across all digital platforms today, Monday, January 18th. This second collaboration between Reez and Mandy Jiroux, is a progressive house blend with…

THE CHEAP THRILLS “MACHINE” VIDEO

The Cheap Thrills announce the release of their new music video for the track “Machine” recorded at Parr Street Studios in Liverpool. The band have recently been labelled as “One of the top 20 Liverpool bands you need to hear now!” by Fred Perry Subculture. Whilst BBC Introducing & Amazing Radio have already playlisted the…

THE CORAL ‘MISS FORTUNE’ THE NEW SINGLE

Here is the video for The Coral’s new single Miss Fortune. The track is taken from the band’s new album Distance Inbetween, released March 4th on Ignition Records. The influential Hoylake five-piece’s first single since 2010, the pulsating Miss Fortune is a tune that can stand up against all of The Coral’s eight Top 40…