ONPLANET ZU BRINGS FRESH HIH ENERGY BLAST OnPlanetZu shared a new song with its worldwide music fans, on YouTube, named ‘’Fyah For You”. OnPlanetZu’s music crosses into reggae; electronic; dubstep… and many more genres you were probably not suspecting they could match together. You might already be familiar with Zu, the singer and songwriter of…
FREE DOWNLOAD KASKADE FEAT. ILSEY “DISARM YOU” (ILLENIUM REMIX)
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Rising force in electronic music Illenium has put his midas touch on Kaskade’s “Disarm You” featuring Ilsey. An official entry in Kaskade’s remix contest for the track, Illenium mixes melodic dub with future bass for a chilled out version that will have you voting for the Colorado-based producer before the first minute is up. Vote…
JIMMY RAE BACK FOR ROUND 2 WITH POP SENSATION ANGELICA JONI
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Since our last chat back in February, (http://skopemag.com/2015/02/03/jimmy-rae-chats-it-up-with-angelica-joni-a-pop-star-in-the-making), Angelica Joni’s Hit single “Weightless” has been climbing the Billboard Dance Charts reaching #33 recently! And not to mention, “Weightless”, now has over 20 remixes/versions where certain tracks are available to purchase on iTunes. Exciting news for Angelica Joni that she will be opening for Carrie Underwood!…
THE ROBERT CRAY BAND – ‘4 NIGHTS OF 40 YEARS LIVE’
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RC has always had his place with the other esteemed guitar whizzes in the blues/rock genre. Whether I’ve seen him solo or playing with others, he’s always given an emotional performance. This compilation will be released in various versions, 2 LP’s with a digital download card, 2 CD’s with a DVD, 2 CD’s and Blu-Ray,…
YASSOU REVEALS UNCONVENTIONAL VISUAL RELEASE SERIES W/ RITUALISTIC “FALL AGAIN” VIDEO
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It’s been argued that we see music more than we hear music; a phenomenon that began with “Girls On Film” and grows with every viral, visual interpretation that corresponds to an artist’s output. Fully submersing themselves in this ideology, Yassou have taken the opportunity to do what bands and solo artists should have started doing…
TRIVIUM DEBUT “UNTIL THE WORLD GOES COLD” OFFICIAL VIDEO
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Roadrunner recording group Trivium have debuted the official video for their new single “Until The World Goes Cold,” the third track to be released off their eagerly awaited new album “SILENCE IN THE SNOW” which arrives in stores and at all digital retailers on October 2nd. Earlier this month Trivium released the official video for…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 31, 2015
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RISING STARS OF THE EDM SCENE ANNOUNCED AS PART OF THE FIRST EVER L FESTIVAL Acclaimed EDM artists were announced as part of the 2-day long L Festival- Feria Cultural Latinoamericana, which will take place on October 24th and 25th at the OC Fair & Events Center in Orange County. Eyes of Providence, D-Wayne, Atellagalli,…
MOONSVILLE COLLECTIVE TO RELEASE ‘HEAVY HOWL’ IN OCTOBER + NEW SINGLE
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Greater Los Angeles area band Moonsville Collective will be releasing their new album on October 30, 2015 via Rock Ridge Music. The new album, entitled Heavy Howl, is a raw, rootsy storm of Americana with a mix of mandolin, banjo, slide guitar, drums, harmonica and fiddle. The group, which has seven members (including two generations…
Gumshen – ‘Digibites’
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Gumshen’s DigiBites is downright infectious. With slinky electro grooves and effortlessly cool vocals, Gumshen shows that electro is far from over. Full of optimism the well-executed works are full of color. Pieces recall many of the staples of DFA’s roster, most particularly Holy Ghost! By letting their sound evolve gradually they are able to cover…
CRETUS: BAND OR CULT?!
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In the spring of 2015, a cult known as Cretus began working on new “outreach programs” that encouraged people to leave their homes and families to live at a commune in the woods of southeast Louisiana. Help us spread awareness of the Cretus cult to prevent others from being foolish enough to join. Cretus uses…
MADAME MAYHEM “MONSTER”
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Madame Mayhem is certainly a commanding and unforgettable figure – all you have to do is check out the new video for the song “Monster” for the proof. But dig a bit deeper, and you will discover that some of rock and metal’s most renowned and respected names played a part in her forthcoming full-length…
DORJ NEW SINGLE “MOVE ON”
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Real name Dor Turgeman, Dorj grew up in Emek Hefer, a small town on the Israeli coastline, surrounded by nature, this was the setting in which he first starting playing musical instruments. Teaching himself to play the guitar and piano from the age of 9, Dorj was taught to sing by his grandfather – once…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 27, 2015
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NOTHING BUT THIEVES ANNOUNCES SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM + 2 VIDEOS London’s finest, Nothing But Thieves announces the release of their self-titled debut album on October 16 via Sony Music, featuring singles “Trip Switch” and “Wake Up Call”. The album will be available in both standard version and deluxe (with four bonus tracks) and a September…
Samie Bisaso – “Completely”
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Lovely and full of joy is “Completely”. Samie Bisaso’s soothing voice is tuned just right to the song’s sunlight. Opting for a graceful tasteful touch the production is incredibly smooth. Pop sensibilities permeate the entirety of the piece from the bubbly synthesizers to the gentle rhythm. Everything feels remarkably fragile in the song which neatly…
Space Apaches – ‘Smokin’ Voyages’
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With “Smokin’ Voyages” Space Apaches return to the mystical psychedelic 60s armed with a keen ear and sense of joy. The songs pass by in a comforting haze. Space Apaches have a cosmic sound to them as their songs appear to float every upwards. Optimism flows out of these songs. Vocals help to further reinforce…
NESTAL “BETTER NOW” VIDEO
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A talented lyricist, Nesta! communicates her feelings and emotions in an infectious manner that leaves her audience not only hearing the music, but feeling it’s message. An exuberant performer, her live show has been called “a little bit Cirque de Soleil, Burning Man, Rock n Roll, and a whole lotta fun.” Professionally Nesta! has had…
Intimate Dream – ‘Wonderful Thing’
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Intimate Dream is a musical collective of sorts centered on singer/songwriter Hugh Faulds. The lineup is augmented with an assorted cast of sidemen aiding Faulds in realizing a familiar musical vision. While certainly no one will accuse Faulds or Intimate Dream of attempting to reinvent the wheel, such aspirations never matter when the songwriting consistently…
SUN CLUB “TROPICOLLER LEASE”
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Sun Club’s debut LP titled The Dongo Durango joyously deconstructs the traditional pop song and rebuilds it with off-kilter time signatures, gleefully unhinged vocals, and sunny hooks that sink deep into your already fevered brain. The record will be out October 30 via ATO Records and is available for pre-order HERE. For the first peek…
RICHEY “MAGIC”
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The 20-year-old Montreal native producer/DJ RICHEY’s back with a new single, “Magic”, out today. Perfect for the sultry August mood with beats that sparkle in the sunshine. It’s not often that people debut in dance music at the age of 15, and even more rare is to do so on John Digweed’s Transitions Radio show.…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 26, 2015
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FANS SINGLE “TAKE IT” The band’s debut EP is due out this September, the band went onto speak about their first official body of work: “It’s a real, honest and raw record – both lyrically and in the way it’s recorded and produced live. Everything has pretty much seemed to tie itself together in an…
TEMPLE OF BAAL NEW SONG “DIVINE SCYTHE” STREAMING ONLINE
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French black/death metal veteran, Temple of Ball, has announced its next album, Mysterium, to be released on October 2 via Agonia Records. The first single, “Divine Scythe,” featuring guest vocals by Georges Balafas (Drowning, Eibon, Decline of The I), is streaming on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/gi2yqmKvUtw. As the album’s title suggests, Mysterium dwells on the topics…
JULIETA VENEGAS PRESENTS TODAY HER SECOND SINGLE “BUENAS NOCHES, DESOLACION”
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After the great success achieved with the release of her first single “Ese camino” that currently occupies first places in radio and digital platforms in the U.S.A., Mexico and Latin America, Julieta Venegas has now surprised her fans with the release of her second promotional single, “Buenas noches, desolación,” which is included in her hit…
6 THINGS TO REMEMBER AFTER A GOOD TIME AT THE SHOW
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Going to a concert can be a lot of fun. However, the events that follow a concert can help ensure the night was one to remember for good reasons or for bad reasons. Here are six things to remember after a concert to help ensure your night remains a good one. Write Down or Take…
Tamara Bubble – “Towel Boy” – Single Review
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There is something oddly charming about this wild sexual escapade described in Tamara Bubble’s latest single “Towel Boy.” I’m not even quite sure I know what it is…there’s an incredible amount of smooth, sexy flow delivered with a ton of style. Not even remotely kidding here; Tamara is by far one of the most convincing…
RHETT MAY NEW ALBUM + ‘THE VIOLENCE OF ICE’ VIDEO
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Australian based Rock Singer-songwriter, Rhett May, is blending classic sensibilities with a twist of Indian culture to create an extraordinary new album entitled “Fast Cars & Sitars” which will drop worldwide on October 30. The first single ‘The Violence of Ice’, slated for release on October 2, will show his unique combination of these two…
THIRD EYE BLIND NSFW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “GET ME OUT OF HERE”
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Third Eye Blind, one of the most cited and emulated to this new generation of indie bands, are pleased to present the brand new NSFW music video for “Get Me Out Of Here.” Directed by frontman Stephan Jenkins and recently filmed on the band’s sold-out summer amphitheater tour, “Get Me Out Of Here” stars actress…
LITTLE FOX TEAMS UP WITH AERIAL ARTIST TO CREATE FILM CLIP FOR ‘EDITS’
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Inspired by the simple desire to include a dance element in the clip Little Fox and director Samuel Bright set off to discover the jewel in their visual crown. That jewel came in the form of aerial artist Lauren Watson. Plagued by a spinal cord injury that left her categorized as partially paraplegic Watson turned…
THE ROYAL CONCEPT VIDEO “FASHION”
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The EP’s first single “Fashion” struts from a funky guitar into a disco-style chant replete with sizzling falsetto and an unshakable bounce. “I just felt a tension within the word ‘Fashion’,” explains the group’s songwriter, Filip. “It’s loaded with a lot of things. You can hate it or love it. The song tells a story…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 25, 2015
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TRAE THE TRUTH “DETERMINED” A gloomy Paris day serves as the setting to H-Town legend Trae Tha Truth’s introspective album cut, “Determined.” Directed by Phillyflyboy, the Eiffel Tower soars in the background, lighting up the gray skies as Trae reflects on challenges that’ve thrown his life off track while sustaining a hustle that’s kept him…
Fiona Joy – ‘Signature – Solo’
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Fiona Joy taps into an infinite calm on the reassuring “Signature – Solo”. With crystal clear tones Fiona Joy’s work feels akin to watching a gently flowing river. Pieces work together to create an overall compelling portrait. The delicate pieces reveal great depth without having to say a single word. Pacing is perfect as Fiona…
Astral Darkness – ‘Surreal Dreams’
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With “Surreal Dreams” Astral Darkness creates a tasteful, restrained, and oftentimes haunting album. The songs work together, playing off of each other revealing a wide yet carefully chosen palette of color. “Surreal Dreams” opts for a light industrial sound warmer instrumental and deeply compelling. For without saying a word the songs explore vast terrain. It…
DEATH IN THE AFTERNOON “LET GO”
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The Swedish electro-pop act Death In The Afternoon are about to treat us with the next single from their forth-coming album called Let Go. As all their other tracks, this one is also produced remotely by the duo themselves. Christian and Linda’s hard work, talent and artistic individuality seem to be paying off by having…
NSAN!TY DEBUT EP STREAM
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Netherlands masked House duo NSAN!TY have made their Treehouse Tribe Records debut with their high energy 3 track EP When It Drops! Kristian re-defines energy on the dance floor. His passion for uplifting and energizing EDM shows in both his production and his live performances borrow from his past experiences in the US national scene.…
CHARLOTTE DEVANEY TEAMS WITH SNOOP DOGG FOR NEW SINGLE
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Charlotte Devaney, renowned DJ and singer, recruited music legend Snoop Dogg for her new single “Flip It.” The song is accompanied by a lyric video bombarded with aesthetics that are both mesmerizing and just out right naughty. Ten seconds of watching the video and you’re instantly captured by the explosion of colors, sexual innuendo, what…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 24, 2015
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SLIGHTLY STOOPID ANNOUNCES FALL TOUR 2015 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS STICK FIGURE Presently crossing the country on the wildly popular “Everything Is Awesome” tour, Slightly Stoopid is proud to announce the initial dates of the “Fall Tour 2015,” plus additional festival performances. Since kicking off last month, “Everything Is Awesome” (with Dirty Heads, The Expendables and…
ALEXANDER STAR PREFORMS AT THE UNITED NATIONS FOR MILLENNIUM CAMPUS CONFERENCE
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This August, Alexander Star was the featured keynote performer for three nights at the seventh annual Millennium Campus Conference, which was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, NY. This conference gathers student leaders from over fifty nations to collaborate on ways to aid in global development. It also also features the Global…
Bongo Boy Records Compilations Volume Six
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Bongo Boy Records celebrates the current solid state of indie rock with its Volume Six Compilation. For this particular collection it carefully selects a plethora of bands giving it a wide selection from full-on physical sound of Jon Mullane to the gentle work of Hizreturn. Carefully paced Volume Six shows that Bongo Boy Records can…
BØRNS TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM + “ELECTRIC LOVE”
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BØRNS will release his much anticipated debut album Dopamine October 16th on Interscope Records. Dopamine is available for pre-order now on iTunes: iTunes.com/borns, where fans can receive an instant download of three songs – “10,000 Emerald Pools,” current single “Electric Love” and brand new song “The Emotion.” “The Emotion” made its global premiere as today’s…
CARLEY AUSTIN “THROUGH HER EYES”
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Local Sydney artist, Carley AustIn, will be releasing her debut single ‘Through Her Eyes’ with the The A&R Department, on September 4th 2015. The 21 year old has been performing since a very young age, and has gathered a lot of experience in the performing arts Industry. After being in a band for 5 years,…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 21, 2015
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ISABELA MONER’S DEBUT SINGLE “DREAM ABOUT ME” AVAILABLE NOW ON ITUNES 14-year-old Isabela Moner, star of Nickelodeon’s “100 Things to Do Before High School,” released her first original single “Dream About Me, available now on ITunes (http://bit.ly/DreamAboutMe). The song is written by Isabela and also features her playing the ukulele. Her debut album will be…
