Today, the incredible Seafret announce their brand new EP Oceans, out on January 21st on Sweet Jane Recordings. “The duo have a timeless sound but with a fresh modern twist” – Clash Oceans sees Seafret merge their familiar and contemporary guitar melodies with honest lyricism and captivating vocals, producing the effervescent sound Seafret are becoming…
FAREWELL “HOLDING HEARTS”
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Born in Bordeaux, France two years ago, Farewell is a nu-classical one-man-band ruled by JB Calluaud (half of April, owner of Hesat Recordings studios) with the aim to create a sonic universe between symphonic music, lyrical voices and modern music. In the first lights of 2015, after having unveiled number of audio extracts on the…
J. R. Holmes – The Truth
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J. R. Holmes is one of a select few musicians moving the R & B sound into the future. “The Truth” possesses a beautiful lush sound that elegantly displays J.R. Holmes’s classical and jazz training. He matches this training with dark electronics that help to set the shadowy atmosphere that comes to define the song.…
Luke Jon Shearer – Close Your Eyes, Open Your Mind
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The great artists out there offer listeners something that can be awe-inspiring. This artist based out of Australia fits well into Sonic-Pop category with his 2015 release entitled “Atmospheric Disturbances.” Project consists of 1 primary core member: Luke Jon Shearer. This CD “Close Your Eyes, Open Your Mind” keeps on going and the passion remains…
Glen Conway Naylor – A Paris August Moon
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“A Paris August Moon” reveals a warped jazz sensibility that recalls the best of Angelo Badalamenti’s work. With a night vibe to it there is a darkness that informs much of the song. From the vocals to the shadowy instruments things hide in the background. The song is full of love, the kind of love…
FIVE OF THE MOST AMAZING COSPLAYS FROM 2014
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Cosplay thrived in 2014. There were new, fascinating designs in many conventions throughout the year. While many cosplayers stood out, only a handful can claim to be among the best of the year. These cosplayers were the very best in costuming, effects and makeup and rose above with cosplays of characters recognized around the world…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 21, 2015
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WE ARE HARLOT OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR FIRST SINGLE “DANCING ON NAILS” Roadrunner Records’ group We Are Harlot have unveiled details of their long awaited self-titled debut album. WE ARE HARLOT – which features the blistering lead single “Dancing On Nails” – arrives everywhere on March 31ST. Pre-orders are available now via iTunes and www.WeAreHarlot.com.…
IF YOU WANT TO HEAR SOMETHING NEW GIVE THE GODDAMNS A LISTEN
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So here we are again, it feel so good too. I must admit I am very excited for the Seahawks & Patriots Super Bowl. Being in New England I am all for the Pats nomatter the size of our balls. In music news today, this was just announced that new figures published by the Department…
A FAMILY VALENTINE WITH JON SAMSON AND LUCY KALANTARI AT SHAPESHIFTER LAB
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Award winning children’s artist and music therapist, Jon Samson, has teamed up with Lucy Kalantari to deliver a rare and enchanting musical performance for families at ShapeShifter Lab in Brooklyn, NY, February 15th at 11:00 am – Love & Joy: A Family Valentine. “[Jon Samson] will get little heads bopping without alienating grown-up listeners.” –Timeout…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 20, 2015
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HAPPY FANGS NEW SINGLE ON SPIN From the opening notes of its harmonic-laden riff, “In the Morning” bursts through your speakers like the sun suddenly rising through your not-nearly-closed-enough blinds — disruptive as all hell, but bright and cheery enough that it’s hard to get too mad at it. The song, off San Francisco scuzz-rock…
JOSE GONZALEZ RELEASES NEW SINGLE “LEAF OFF/THE CAVE”
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Jose Gonzalez has released his striking new single, “Leaf Off/The Cave,” from his soon-to-be-released album Vestiges & Claws, due out on Mute on February 17. The song is available now at Amazon and iTunes. This past weekend, Gonzalez performed “Leaf Off/The Cave” with an eight-piece band a 27-person choir on Sweden’s popular award show, P3…
LILY ELISE SET TO RELEASE HOT NEW VIDEO FOR “SUITCASES”
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Recently, we suggested you keep your ears open for Lily Elise, the vivacious, young singer who’s been making a splash since America first met her a few years ago. Now, it’s time to keep your eyes open. The Bay Area native is set to release the sultry new video for her single, “Suitcases” on Friday,…
RIXTON RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “HOTEL CEILING”
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UK band Rixton have released their official music video for their current single “Hotel Ceiling” – co-written by Ed Sheeran. Directed by Clarence Fuller, the video tells the heartbreaking story of an end to a painful relationship. In a recent interview with Teen Vogue, vocalist Jake Roche explains “we chose not to be in the…
SWEDISH DUO DEATH TEAM RELEASE SINGLE “FUCKING BITCHES IN THE HOOD”
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Death Team, a brand new electro-pop duo from Sweden, has officially released their first single “Fucking Bitches in the Hood.” Available digitally worldwide, the infectious track first popped up online in December, with Noisey declaring it “a sugary sweet popsicle that tastes like the sticky underside of a Parisian nightclub…Essentially, it’s a Euro-pop banger.” The…
C-Rod – The Devil Is Real
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First thing that hit me off C-Rod’s latest record, The Devil Is Real, was the incredible beats he had found throughout this mix. C-rod himself has a wicked flow…almost sounds like he would have fit in with the Onyx crew from back in the serious-rap heyday. After the intro drops, he launches into hard-tales from…
Arid Garden – Arid Garden
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Big fan of these five songs on this new EP from Arid Garden, let me say that right from the get-go. This is a highly ambitious band bringing a form of progressive jazz right to the top of my playlist right now. There’s a complete wealth of ideas within each song and within this entire…
YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE ON HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCH A LIVE CONCERT ALBUM
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Musicians undoubtedly have a gift all their own: a wonderful skill and talent that the world needs to see. But being successful in the music industry, whether you are a classical singer or classical pianist in London, a punk rock band in Manchester, a techno deejay in Ibiza, or an orchestra in Vienna, is not…
HOW TO FIND A JOB IN 7 DAYS
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It is important for you to be able find a job for the advancement of your career. If you need to find a job quickly, you should ideally consider positions that need to be filled fast. Getting a job within a short period is possible when you have the right attitude. In order for you…
Megan Shanley – Ready for Love
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Former winner of the Miss Virginia title, Meghan Shanley made the move from her home state of Virginia to Nashville to follow her musical passion. She achieved high acclaim once she got there with appearances at the venerable Ryman Auditorium and an appearance on Food Network performing her song “Here” at TV personality Paula Deen’s…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 16, 2015
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NEW SINGLE BY CAVERNS Caverns has already received nods from notable media outlets such as Indie Shuffle, TWELV Magazine and VNDL Magazine. The band has played legendary rock venues all over New York City such as The Studio at Webster Hall, The Shapeshifter Lab, The Knitting Factory as well as a residency at The Bitter…
KAI ALTAIR “THE CALLING” VIDEO
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Brooklyn based atmospheric electronic rock artist Kai Altair announces the release of the new video, “The Calling,” in anticipation of her forthcoming album due out early 2015. A mainstay of the underground Brooklyn arts community who performs with the Solstice Dance Company, stars in the fire theater show The Calling, and produces the Mermaid Lagoon…
GHASTLY MENACE “REAL LIFE”
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Ghastly Menace was initially formed in Chicago as a recording project between two friends: Andy Schroeder and Chris Geick. Their debut album, Songs of Ghastly Menace, expands greatly upon the experimental style of 2010’s Pitcairn EP while maintaining the pop sensibility and songwriting that has defined the group from the beginning. Songs of Ghastly Menace…
SHURA VIDEO “INDECISION”
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It’s early days for Shura but she should be on your radar now as she’s got a big 2015 coming (SXSW, touring, debut album slated for fall via Polydor). She gives me Danceteria days-Madonna vibes, sonically and physical resemblance too, but with modern production. Check the brand new video for “Indecision”, a remix from Jungle…
Liv Margaret – Spinning
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Liv Margaret’s voice is clear and distinctive on “Spinning”. Full of peppy energy “Spinning” virtually bursts at the seams. The giddy sensibility of the songs is obvious. Additionally the arrangements flow perfectly with Liv Margaret’s strong voice at the center. By focusing on a bouncy pop sensibility the songs work together to create a comfortable…
A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL MBA ADMISSION
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With your busy schedule at work, applying for an MBA can prove difficult to manage. The following are tips that will help you reduce the pressure associated with the admissions process and ensure you are accepted to the institution of your choice. 1. Write down all your goals Your goal will help you go through…
RHETT MAY BACK FOR MORE IN 2015
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This Australian artist with a deep musical background has seen and done a lot in his career and still going strong to this day! Goes to show that you can’t keep a good thing or good man down and Rhett May is here to stay! Still making great records and pushing himself and the music…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 15, 2015
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G.R.L.’S BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR THEIR NEW SINGLE “LIGHTHOUSE” Rising girl group G.R.L. releases a brand new video today for their new single “Lighthouse” written by Lukasz Gottwald, Theron Thomas, Timothy Thomas and Henry Walter and produced by Dr. Luke and Cirkut. The video is a touching tribute to G.R.L.’s Simone Battle who passed away…
EM GEORGE “PAPER HEARTS” VIDEO
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Following on from two successful singles, with one (Murderers on the Inside) being optioned by HBO and remixed by LA based producer Stephen Kozmeniuk (Madonna, Kayne West) comes Em George’s third release Paper Hearts. Featuring stripped back production and frank, enigmatic lyrics, it is a song that displays the qualities that are unique to Em…
THE HIGHWAY “ALL YOU DO”
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Psych-tinged soul rock band The Highway releases their new single “All You Do” from their forthcoming sophomore album Enter to Exit, due out April 14, 2015. The Highway “much as the name suggests, isn’t content to idle in one place,” (The Deli Magazine) and has been performing continuously throughout 2014, including a successful winter residency…
ROMANTIC REBEL NEW VIDEO “BELIEVE”
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Chicago, IL hard rockers ROMANTIC REBEL are pushing their new single, “Believe”, to radio stations across North America as of Saturday! The new track is cut from the band’s full length, self-titled album, released in April 2014 by Pavement Entertainment/Sony RED. ROMANTIC REBEL’s self-titled album was recorded during late 2013 in Los Angeles, CA with…
SINGAPORE KANE “VICTORY”
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Singapore Kane is a Boston, MA native heavily influenced by the world around him. At a young age Sing began writing poetry about his life growing up poor but happy, witnessing police brutality and the struggles of the streets. Being of Jamaican descent Sing found himself rapping over reggae beats before finding hip hop, but…
RECORD YOUR MUSIC WITH A STUDIO EXPERIENCE
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Many people don’t realize it but recording studios are not just the preserve of famous singers, in fact, there are many which can be hired out so that you can record your own music in a professional setting, or even to host a party. If you are a musician looking to get expert help and…
FANTASY HOUSE: AMAZING HOUSES INSPIRED BY OUR FAVORITE WORKS OF FICTION
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You can find whimsical construction in houses around the world. Homeowners who don’t wish to live in cookie-cutter boxes will opt for residences that may seem offbeat to others. Sometimes, favorite movies or books will influence design decisions. Your inner literary geek will love the following sample of unique dwellings. Star Wars House (South Korea)…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JANUARY 14, 2015
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GROOMS PREMIERE TITLE TRACK FROM NEW LP Grooms are extremely pleased to share the title track to Comb The Feelings Through Your Hair today. Like the previously released “Doctor M,” the title track showcases the new direction of Grooms with frenetic drums and swelling synths brought to the fore alongside Travis Johnson’s trademark guitar work.…
AMBER HAYES LYRIC VIDEO “RUNNING OUT OF MEMORIES”
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A-OK Entertainment/GMV Nashville recording artist Amber Hayes has released a lyric video for her feel-good track, “Running Out Of Memories.” The mid-tempo tune tells a reflective story of adventure and memories-in-the-making for the song’s leading lady and her beau. Hayes noted of the track, “I had the hook ‘running out of memories’ in my head…
OH, BE CLEVER SPREAD MESSAGE OF HOPE WITH “I WILL CARRY YOU”
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Salt Lake City electronic duo Oh, Be Clever have released an inspiring and uplifting video for their latest effort “I Will Carry You.” The message behind the song is one of hope to anyone who suffers from depression, suicidal thoughts, mental illness and discrimination – a message that no one has to feel alone. The…
MATT AND KIM “GET IT”
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Brooklyn indie dance duo Matt and Kim release New Glow, the band’s latest full length on April 07th, 2015. Fans who pre-order New Glow through their official online store will get exclusive ticket access for the Spring tour starting January 13th. See tour dates below. Matt and Kim, aka Matt Johnson (vocals/keyboards) and Kim Schifino…
IVY LEVAN BRAND NEW SINGLE “BISCUIT”
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Arkansas-born, L.A.-based singer and songwriter Ivy Levan releases her new single “Biscuit” today on Cherrytree Records/Interscope via digital download and digital streaming services. Check out the video, directed by Daniel Carberry, which debuts on Vevo today HERE. The urgent, rollicking “Biscuit” is a personal manifesto that finds Levan belting out lines like “I think you…
EPOCH FAILURE “CHAMPION”
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Billy Joe (aka “Billy The Kidd”) was born and raised in Camden, NJ. As one of five boys growing up in a single parent home, he’s no stranger to challenges. In 2007, ABC’s 20/20 came to Camden to profile children growing up under the conditions of extreme poverty. Billy was one of three kids selected…
BLUE EMBRACE: MAKING HITS ONE SINGLE AT A TIME
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With a hit single already under their belt [Devil In Disguise] and Grammy consideration, L.A. band Blue Embrace are gearing up to release their next big single “Be My Queen” on vinyl accompanied by video. Skope: Your songs not only have a blues flavor, but also sound like they could be at home with a…
