Arí Nicole is a Singer-Songwriter and Model who was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. Imagine the fun-loving groove of Lauryn Hill, the sensual styles of Janet Jackson and the sweet tone of Aaliyah all wrapped in one voice. At the age of 14 Arí Nicole began dancing in high school and continued throughout her…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 24, 2015
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NEVER YOUNG “UR A FRONT” Never Young is a noise rock band from the Bay Area in California. Blending raw punk sounds and 90’s guitar music with a synthetic digital aesthetic, jarring militant anthems meet angular pop songwriting. Never Young’s futurist sound is fleshed out and fully realized on their new self-titled EP; the sound…
The Blackmail Seduction – The Blackmail Seduction
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The Blackmail Seduction is rock done right. Blasting forth with energy it recalls the best elements of classic rock. Kept to the absolute basics (no synthesizer, no walls of sound) these are songs that feel remarkably familiar. Pleasant in their demeanor the songs oftentimes stretch out forming rather intricate rhythms. Vocals are earnest. Lyrically the…
DEVELOPING A CAREER IN SHOOTING & HOW TO GET STARTED
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Tactical rifle shooting is an all-inclusive term. It includes single or multiple targets, moving and stationary targets, nosebleed or distant targets. It can be for defense training or competitive purposes. Whatever the case, being equipped with the necessary skill is not a choice – it is a must. Below, we provide tips to bear in…
SIN ESO RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO “MAELSTROM OF HEARTS”
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Based just outside of Birmingham, Sin Eso pride themselves on pioneering a new, seductive sound. If asked who we sound like, we respond with a smile, as deep down we have no idea our selves. Mixing genres in ways that would make the most prolific cocktail drinker smile, we continue to push the boundaries of…
Escher´s Enigma – From Me To There
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Not so much in music but in movies there has been for a while this kind of curse where sequels usually are doomed to failure, though a few films find the way to break away (take the The Godfather II as an example), they happen to be better than the original. Well, the same happens…
Holly Long – Bullyheart
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Bullyheart is a project by singer songwriter Holly Long that seeks to explore her love for early 80’s rock and roll. The blurb on her website talks about rebellion, intensity, love, anger, disdain, power and humility – great buzzwords and provocative all, but what does it actually translate into? Those thinking that it’ll translate into…
A HIP HOP ARTIST WITH REAL “CHARACTER”
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When you look for talent in today’s music industry you need to weed out the wanna-be’s and DYI’s (What is DYI’s) before you find something special. It has become a saturated market in almost every area of the entertainment world. Since the birth of the internet every kid and his grandmother can supposedly sing, dance,…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 23, 2015
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BMB SPACEKID NEW SINGLE Sometimes the new In Sound comes from Way Out! And in the case of Saint Petersburg, Russian native BMB Spacekid AKA Dmitry Semenov, Way Out means the Northern-most city in the world. But in these broadband days, hip hop is played on a global field and we’re used to names emerging…
ALT-J PREMIERE NEW VIDEO FOR “PUSHER”
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Today, alt-J premiere the video for “Pusher” – the latest track to be lifted from their critically acclaimed album This Is All Yours. Created by renowned collective Division Paris and directed by Thomas Rhazi, the video focuses on a man trying to speak louder to a uninformed society, addressing both freedom of choice, and love…
MARK KNOPFLER SHARES SHORT FILM TO PREVIEW UPCOMING ALBUM
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Legendary musician and songwriter Mark Knopfler is sharing a short film by Henrik Hansen to preview his new record, Tracker, due March 17 on Verve Records. To further celebrate the release, Knopler will embark on a 36-city North American tour, kicking off in Vancouver on September 10 and continuing through the end of October. Fans…
ZEDD’S BRAND-NEW SINGLE “I WANT YOU TO KNOW” FEATURING SELENA GOMEZ
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Multi-platinum, GRAMMY award-winning artist/DJ/producer Zedd dropped his brand-new single “I Want You To Know” featuring Selena Gomez at midnight this morning. The single is now available for purchase and streaming worldwide from all digital partners. “I Want You To Know” was written and produced by Zedd with contribution from OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder. Zedd’s new Interscope…
AVOID GETTING BURNED THIS SPRING BREAK
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Spring Break Travel TipsBBB Serving Eastern MA, ME, RI & VT Spring break is just around the corner, which means now is the time to take care of your vacation plans. Planning your trip may require making reservations with multiple businesses whether online or over the phone. A travel agency can make the process of…
Shaded Glitch – Lost in a Labyrinth
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Shaded Glitch’s “Lost in a Labyrinth” begs to be played as loud as possible. Dance music has rarely sounded this uninhibited. With massive everything (bass, beat, distortion) the songs are a pure rush of energy. This is pure uncut party music. Vocals in the mix help to add to this overall feeling of decadence. Everything…
Troy Petty – Departure EP
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Troy Petty…sir…WHERE have you been hiding? Let me just say…I am absolutely giving you the first-impressions I’m getting from Troy’s new EP departure here…and if it stays ANYTHING like the opening track “All Ghosts” we are completely listening to a future superstar…and that future might not be far away at all with a massive sound…
LOOKING FOR GIGS? CHECK OUT THE OPPORTUNITIES ON CRUISE SHIPS
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Sometimes it can be difficult to dig up opportunities to showcase music talent, regardless of genre. There are local bars, clubs, coffee shops, and special events, but these can get booked up fast for space, and it can be extremely difficult to find anything consistent. But, there is another option for musicians willing to expand…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 20, 2015
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NEW VIDEO BY ZION I “Hip-hop is a tool to empower us, not to limit us and put us back into whatever our oppressor wants us to be,” states Zumbi. The Sun, Moon, and Stars EP perfectly encapsulates this idea, with tracks that reflect upon the growing climate of unrest in the wake of fallen…
PIZICATO: DIGITAL DONATION FOR MUSICIANS
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Digital donation platform, PIZICATO, launched today and is transforming the way fans can support their favorite musicians. This technology allows the fans to have a direct impact on how an artist is compensated, effectively plucking their own strings, disrupting the status quo and changing the model of the current music industry. From small town garage…
DIAMANTE “DIRTY BLONDE”
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Billboard charting teen rocker chick Diamante has unveiled her second single “Dirty Blonde” from her upcoming Dirty Blonde EP, out April 7. “Dirty Blonde” is the follow up single to “Bite Your Kiss”, which peaked at #3 on Billboard’s Hot Singles chart in 2014. Dirty Blonde EP is now available for pre-order on iTunes. The…
RYAN CABRERA “HOUSE ON FIRE”
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Sure, the platinum-selling singer and songwriter is the architect behind ubiquitous smashes such as “On the Way Down”, “True”, and “Shine On” as well as albums including 2004’s Take It All Away, which hit #8 on the Billboard Top 200, You Stand Watching [2005], and The Moon Underwater [2008]. However, you’ll get to know Ryan…
Nikki W – Sad Generation
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Don’t think for a single moment that I don’t appreciate just how lucky I am…I do…constantly. I’ve had the good fortune to discover some really excellent music as of late; but even I don’t know if I can pinpoint something I’ve heard that I’ve loved as much as I do the new EP Sad Generation…
5 TIPS TO CUT DOWN ON YOUR GROCERY BILL
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There are several ways to reduce how much you spend on food without compromising on the quality of food that you eat. Find some tips below on how you could cut costs on your grocery bill: 1. Avoid fast foods and pre-packaged meals A change of mindset is important. Think planning, value for money, cook…
THE WEATHER MACHINE NEW VIDEO
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The Weather Machine began in earnest when singer Slater Smith and guitarist Colin Robson met at an open-mic in Pacific City, OR, March of 2012. The two decided to team up to record Smith’s songs at Robson’s then brand new studio, Kiwanda Sound Recordings. Cellist Matthew Cartmill and drummer Tanner Smith (Slater’s brother) joined on…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 19, 2015
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IDES OF GEMINI TOUR DATES West Coast atmospheric sound conjurors, IDES OF GEMINI, will bring their sonic rituals to the stage this Spring supporting indie folk rock trio, Mountain Goats. Slated to commence on April 2nd, 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee, the journey will coil its way through seventeen cities coming to a close April 23rd,…
SABINA NEW SINGLE “I WISH”
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Indie pop vocalist Sabina announces the release of her new single “I Wish,” the title track off her upcoming debut EP set to be released in March 2015. With her soulful vocals and earthy sound Sabina’s music aligns itself perfectly with the likes of Coldplay and Lana Del Rey. Raised in Stuttgart, Germany, Sabina always…
10,000 MANIACS NEW SINGLE & ALBUM
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Having conquered the alternative rock world with multi-platinum selling albums and unforgettable singles such as “These Are Days,” 10,000 Maniacs are about to release the most ambitious album of their career, a full-length collection of traditional British Isles folk songs, titled ‘Twice Told Tales’, newly interpreted by the band whose organic, neo-folk sound has influenced…
HARTS “BREAKTHROUGH”
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“I said that we need to… Cause another breakthrough… We’re strong enough to make a move” sings Melbourne’s rock funk guitar virtuoso Harts on his brand new single, “Breakthrough”. Following the success of recent radio hits “Red & Blue” and “When A Man’s A Fool”, Harts will release his next track “Breakthrough” in February. The…
THOUSAND “THE FLYING PYRAMID” SINGLE
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Thousand is the project of French songwriter Stéphane Milochevitch and releases its self-titled, sophomore album on April 7 via eccentric French label Talitres. The album is a beautiful collection of pop-folk gems and soulful songwriting with an addictive edge, reminiscent of the Supremes and Bill Callahan dipped in synth pop and afro-beat. Listen to lead…
HOME THEATER: HOW TO MAKE YOURS ONE OF A KIND
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So you’ve decided to make some considerable upgrades to your home theater, but you only have a limited budget to work with. While you shouldn’t expect to create a movie theater that is worth charging $10 a ticket for entrance, you can still make it one of a kind experience your friends and family will…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 18, 2015
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IS “SECOND ALBUM SYNDROME” REAL? “We’ve launched an interactive chart that I thought might pique the interest of Skope Mag readers, especially those who like to argue whether or not “second album syndrome” is actually a thing. We wanted to look into this myth ourselves. To do so, we took the artists whose albums were…
DAN DEACON SHARES NEW TRACK “LEARNING TO RELAX”
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Ahead of the release of his forthcoming album, Gliss Riffer, out February 24, 2015 on Domino, Dan Deacon has shared ‘Learning to Relax.’ Listen to it here. It follows the release of the Andrew Jeffrey directed video for Gliss Riffer opening track ‘Feel The Lightning.’ “Learning to Relax”, a live favorite that took shape while…
MALIIBU N HELENE NEW SINGLE “FIGURE 8”
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Urban Pop Duo Maliibu N Helene release their new single “Figure 8” (produced by DJ Mustard)! On the surface, South Bronx rapper Maliibu Miitch and classically-trained singer & dancer Helene are complete opposites but when they record and perform together, they mesh so perfectly. http://www.vevo.com/watch/maliibu-n-helene/Figure-8-%28Lyric-Video%29/USUV71402942
STOLI JOINS FRED D ON A LONG HAUL TO THE MUSIC BIZ
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Hello there good music loving people of the world. Before we begin I must speak on AmazonMP3 $5 album deals. The other day I bought Eminem ‘Curtain Call’ and I just love how these classic albums can still have life even at a discount, I am all in. Lets get to the music though as…
Nick DeStefano – We Seek Higher Ground
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Nick DeStefano is a singer/songwriter from NJ who performs with his band The Spiders at local bars in North Jersey. He has performed all over North America. He has appeared on MTV with videos he shot with Faces In The Crowd & Y Fly 2 London. He signed a publishing deal with Grammy award winning…
HOW TO STEER CLEAR OF SNOW REMOVAL SCAMS
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Snow, snow, and more snow! This season, several areas of the U.S. and Canada have been hit particularly hard with winter weather. Snow days might mean a day or two off from work or school, but it also might mean that you need to spend a large chunk of time clearing sidewalks and driveways—perhaps repeatedly.…
KILLIT “SHUT IT DOWN” VIDEO
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“Shut It Down” is the band first single off their debut album “Shut It Down.” Filmed, directed, edited and special effects by ‘Sitcom Soldiers LTD.’ Available on itunes – https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/shut-it-down-single/id964908733 Twitter: http://twitter.com/killitband Facebook: http://facebook.com/killitband
Renee Ruth Band – Wanting Me
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Renee Ruth Band’s “Wanting Me” is a hot spicy song dedicated to passionate love and lust. Her voice carries the entire thing. The rest of the band merely orbits around her commanding voice. Playful the lyrics bounce off the lively rhythms. With remarkable clarity the song’s clear narrative between the singer and the onlooker show…
SKOPE WRITER’S EXCLUSIVE NEW RELEASE ON BEATPORT
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Skope staff writer Douglas Garnett’s EDM collective known as We Are GALILEE is celebrating the release of “ARRIVAL”, a 3 song e.p. out exclusively on Beatport.com. His group of songwriters and producers span coast to coast, from Florida to California and the buzz has been building steadily over the last few months with the single…
Radiolab – Dreamless
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Radiolab’s “Dreamless” possesses a truly ethereal quality. Samples filter their way through the gauzy, shoegaze-inspired sounds. Then there are the vocals which have an airy quality to them almost appearing to float above the rest of the mix. Guitar work is delicate nimble work that reaches the right balance between that of simplicity and transcendence.…
SKOPE NEWS FOR FEBRUARY 17, 2015
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KID ROCK DOUBLES DOWN WITH MASSIVE $20 TICKET TOUR Kid Rock broke all the rules when he last set out on tour, and now he’s back to break them all again. The “$20 Best Night Ever” tour set all sorts of attendance records, proving that the combination of top notch entertainment and affordable tickets are…
