I, uh….hmm….I’m not really sure what I’m listening to & watching right now…yet… Even one of my favourite electro-only acts, Hot Chip, has a very hard time selling it all to me live with four guys standing around a bunch of electro pads and rooted in place…no matter what the energy of the track calls…
SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 21, 2015
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•RAHIM QUAZI “GHOST HUNTING” Rahim Quazi’s third full-length album, Ghost Hunting is due out June 12. Recorded at co-producer Rick G. Nelson’s (Afghan Whigs) Marigny Recording Studio in New Orleans and mastered by Grammy nominated Emily Lazar, Ghost Hunting is for anyone in search of hope while dealing with a multitude of struggles including lost…
The Malpass Brothers – Self Titled CD
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•The Malpass Brothers couldn’t care less about today’s fashions and play music they love. This album invites a number of judgments, but insincerity is not one of them. One pass through this self-titled debut will make clear the objective fact that these young men know how to present this music. Moreover, they have the good…
DogHouse Swine – Fearless
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•4 THINGS ASPIRING VIOLINISTS CAN LEARN FROM
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•Anyone hoping to make a living as a professional violinist knows that the road to success and greatness is not an easy one. In fact, becoming a professional musician is one of the hardest career paths in the world. While not everyone will make it, many do if they have the right attitude, determination and…
RHETT MAY RELEASES “COCKTAILS & CANNABIS” MUSIC VIDEO
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•SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 17, 2015
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•LED ZEPPELIN GROUNDBREAKING VDEO FOR “TRAMPLED UNDER FOOT” Led Zeppelin have teamed with media and technology company Interlude to produce a groundbreaking interactive video to the previously unreleased rough mix of “Trampled Under Foot,” which goes by the early working title “Brandy & Coke.” The video can be viewed now at www.ledzeppelin.com. Through this immersive…
THE WYLDZ PREMIERE NEW SONG “LET IT GO”
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•The Wyldz, a heavy hitting three-piece rock band based in Austin, are premiering the new track “Let It Go” from their upcoming studio album release Interstellar Troubadours, due out this spring. Impacting at radio now, the band describes the track as “the most raw song on the album.”Fans can now listen to the track online…
SARANTOS NEW SINGLE “A CHILD’S MIND”
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•Sarantos releases his best reviewed pop melody to date called “A Child’s Mind” which is a Potent Song About How Innocent and Creative A Child’s Mind Can Truly Be. Most people remember their childhood fondly. It is a simple time in one’s life when there are no limits. Imagine and remember a time when the…
Sarantos – “A Child’s Mind” – Single Review
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•Sarantos continues to create pop-rhythms and sweet atmospheres here on his latest single “A Child’s Mind.” Some of you will remember Sarantos from past episodes of our show SBS Live This Week…the man is relentless in his music and work, it truly is to be admired. He produces quality singles at an alarming rate, all…
Lola de Hanna – “The Other Side” EP
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•Independent music-scene…you will forever astonish me with the sounds you put out of my speakers. I’ll fully admit to instantly being hooked on Lola de Hanna’s style & beat immediately as the opening song “Thin Air” burst brightly with exotic sounds and beautiful textures as The Other Side EP began to make its way slickly…
Anne Steele – “What’s Mine”
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•Don’t get me wrong, weather-wise it would have been a bright & sunny day here in BC no matter what was coming through our speakers today…it’s one of our rare April days without rain it would seem; but I’ll absolutely make the case for the sunshine finding its way under the roof here at sleepingbagstudios,…
AYLA “WISH I WAS” SINGLE + BILLY THORPE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
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•Ahead of the release of a brand new single next month, Sunshine Coast-based artist Ayla was awarded the prestigious Billy Thorpe Scholarship at the annual Queensland Music Awards (QMAs), held last night at Brisbane Powerhouse. Established in honour of the legendary, late Billy Thorpe, the scholarship was designed to help foster the future of Australian…
SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 16, 2015
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•BLESSING A CURSE NEW VIDEO Orlando hard rock act Blessing A Curse has released a music video for their song “Down The Rabbit Hole”. The plot follows a murderous villain whose face is concealed by a creepy bunny mask and ends with quite a twist. The video originally premiered with Revolver. Vocalist Joshy Singer said,…
BLACK STAR ELECTRA “MONSTER”
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•At least not by the standards of up and coming rock group newbies “Black Star Electra,” who are making their official smash on the music scene with their brand new, self titled album, yep you guessed it, “Black Star Electra.” So What sets this band apart? Well for starters, their front man is not only…
HÉLOISE “THIS IS HOME” VIDEO
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•After taking home the major prize in Bank of Melbourne’s Victorian music initiative, Melbourne Music Bank 2014, eclectic folk songstress, Héloise is set to release her winning single, This Is Home on April 17. Héloise will be launching her single at The Workers Club on Thursday April 30, supported by Julz Evans and Amber Isles.…
AGORIA SINGLE “ALLUVION”
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•French deep Techno master Agoria has unleashed another soon to be classic. Soft synth stabs cradled in heavy reverb roll over top of a throbbing percussive line highlighted by urgent lead piano swells and short bell accents strewn throughout. Another beautiful Agoria masterpiece, this is one not to be missed. Sébastien Devaud, aka Agoria, started…
Craig Coltham – “Watching Over Me”
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•Craig Coltham’s confident voice reigns supreme on “Watching Over Me”. The sensitivity of the song is obvious. By mentioning specific geography the sound takes on a love for those surroundings. Instrumentally the song takes on a reflective point of view letting the sounds sprawl over everything. With a sense of earnestness Craig Coltham’s lyrics feel…
PLAYING ONLINE GAMES SAFELY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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•Nowadays, more and more people are playing games online; whether on a computer, console, smartphones, tablets, or via social networking sites. However, as will all things, moderation is kery; there are many risks that are associated with this entertaining pastime. Some of these include: * Most gamers usually play with an assumed identity so you…
EFFECTIVE ADVANTAGES OF LABORATORY AUTOMATION
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•With the continuous advancements in the automation field, the productivity, reliability and the efficiency of the molecular testing have drastically increased. The activities which were done manually can now be performed just within few fractions of second with the help of laboratory automation. Now, let us go through various advantages of the lab automation that…
The Vigilance Committee – “Exit A Hero”
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•I love The Vigilance Committee’s Exit a Hero. They waste absolutely no time getting started. Eschewing the gradual they start in the middle of things. Songs are full of energy and emotion. Lyrically the songs follow the lives of James King of William and James P. Casey, with their histories neatly emphasized by the band’s…
Mark A Williams
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•Mark A Williams’ song catalog features several beautiful singers with very powerful lyrics to go along with them. The catalogue features some amazing composition, showing off solo singers and creating a balance with strong sections of group chorus. The music makes you feel as though you are standing in a packed church where everyone has…
Female Bureau of Investigation
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•Female Bureau of Investigation is a project of Sasha Sumner, a singer-songwriter and saxaphone player. With a hip-hop/indie-rock/jazz-fusion sort of flair, Sasha’s latest musical endeavor would be a wonderful backdrop for a twenty-something dinner party or a contemporary art show. The overall musicianship and production quality are of a quite highly skilled quality. On the…
SCARLETTE “6 FT WOMAN”
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•UK rock goddess, Scarlette is at it again with her new video for “6ft Woman”. The British singer-songwriter is lush with talent and has a knack for creating ultra-memorable rock-pop songs with a punk-rock attitude. Check out her vintage movie/pop-art themed video for “6ft Woman” here. Since emerging in 2011, the UK’s Scarlette has built…
SOULMEDIC SINGLE “CROWN ME”
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•“Crown Me” is the newest single to release from reggae artist Soulmedic on the Jah Kebra Music label. A powerful vocally melodic expression of gratitude, “Crown Me” is real roots reggae produced by Matt Mcquaid featuring legendary Toho Saunders on bass, Squidly Cole on drums, Chris Stoll on guitar and Matt McQuaid on keys. Mixed…
STUDENTS BEWARE OF SCHOLARSHIP SCAMS
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•High school students and their parents are often concerned about their upcoming college expenses. Better Business Bureau Serving E. MA, ME, RI & VT is urging students and their parents to be cautious regarding offers from scholarship services and organizations that require upfront fees to apply for or search for scholarships. In the past year,…
SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 15, 2015
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•CRAIG GREENBERG NEW SINGLE Singer-Songwriter, and modern day “Troubadour piano man,” Craig Greenberg has just officially released his new single, “That Girl is Wrong for You,” via Bandcamp. From his upcoming record, The Grand Loss & Legacy out May 15, “That Girl Is Wrong For You” marvelously showcases his exceptional musicianship and keen melodic sense,…
ZAC NELSON “SOME ARE THIS” VIDEO
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•Zac Nelson conjures a freak matrimony of chaos and beauty for New Once, his first album with Styles Upon Styles. Born in Illinois and based in Sacramento, Zac Nelson cultivates a daunting discography of pop experiments across a myriad of personas, collaborations and solo affairs. A feral drummer, versatile vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Zac performs with…
KAGOULE “GUSH” VIDEO
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•Nottingham’s Kagoule have announced their long-awaited debut album Urth, due for release on August 21st 2015 via Earache Records. The prodigious teenagers have previously released a wealth of singles and are now ready to unleash a hugely impressive debut that not only belies their years, but proves they are one of the most exciting young…
Sasha Leonov – ‘Skies Change’ – Album Review
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•MOVING TIPS FROM THE BBB
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•Even in the best circumstances, moving can be an extremely stressful event. Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT (BBB) is helping consumers reduce stress by providing tips to choose a trustworthy moving business. Last year, BBB saw more than 63,200 inquiries from consumers looking to hire a mover and received 141…
eM, When You Were Here
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•Vocalist/producer/songwriter, eM is back with her most personal & emotional piece of work yet! The brand new single is called “When You Were Here” that digs deep and hits a powerful chord. There’s also a “Craig London Chillout Remix” that adds an extra layer of earthy & rich textures. eM takes you on a cool…
ELLA EYRE ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE ‘TOGETHER’
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•Since proving herself to be one of the UK’s most enthralling and captivating debut female singers, there’s a real sense of energy around Ella. She’s gone from total unknown singer to prolific songwriter and chart-topper, featuring on Rudimental’s Waiting All Night and DJ Fresh’s Gravity as well as her own hits If I Go and…
AUSTRALIA’S BRITISH INDIA “SUDDENLY”
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•Australia’s British India turn their eyes toward North America announcing the release of their second full-length Nothing Touches Me with Liberation Records out on March 31, 2015. Today, British India are sharing the first single, ‘Suddenly’ from Nothing Touches Me, takes the Melbourne quartet’s natural flair for riffs and force welding them with a softer…
The Electro Lights Drop EP
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•The Electro lights band was formed in mid-2012 and consists of Oliver Meacham on lead vocals and guitar and Samuel Mahler on drums and background vocals. Their talent has been recognized by their peers as they have played with a variety of well-known bands and rappers. There you have it. They’re official and so good…
SKOPE NEWS FOR APRIL 14, 2015
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•ROB THOMAS UNVEILS SUMMER DATES Emblem/Atlantic recording artist Rob Thomas has announced plans for a major North American tour with special guests, Plain White T’s. Dates for “THE GREAT UNKNOWN 2015” – which herald the multiple-GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter’s hugely anticipated new album – get underway June 11th at Orillia, Ontario’s Casino Rama Resort Stephens Auditorium…
STOLI FEELS THAT DAVID BARNETT THOMAS’ MUSIC MAKES HIM FEEL “BETTER”
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•Hello there good people, we are back at it here today bright & early. We have got another awesome helping of fresh & inspiring music for you today. In music news though we have a lawsuit on behalf of artists and rights holders, SoundExchange has filed a lawsuit against Muzak, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Canada’s…
Chainflower – Chainflower EP
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•The Chainflower EP is packed to the brim with attitude. With a sound reminiscent of the best grunge had to offer, they possess a biting sound that sets them apart from their peers. Every element fits in perfectly: Erika Renee’s dominating voice, the powerful haze of the guitars, alongside the persistent steady rhythm makes it…
Paula Tozer – Cain’s Regret
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•Paula Tozer maps out a spiritual journey on “Cain’s Regret”. Not a note is wasted. The country-influenced pieces carry their own stories, that of regret, that of joy, and that of compassion. With three tracks this is a trinity of emotional outpouring from the heavy to whole hearted. Lyrically the songs deal with different moments…
5 REASONS PIRATING MUSIC HARMS EVERYONE
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•Pirating music harms everyone: musicians, producers, distributors and even the consumer. The immediate cost to downloaders is zero, in the form of a free song. But the long-term costs affect everyone. According to the Recording Industry Association of America, 80 percent of all music downloads are illegal. It can be tempting to choose pay nothing…