Protest The Hero release today the video for the track “Mist” from their fourth studio album, Volition. Shot in the province of Newfoundland, Mist is an 8 ½ minute mini movie showcasing an area that contains some of the band’s most dedicated fans. Newfoundland is not found on most band’s tour itineraries, but repeated visits…
JUSTIN SYMBOL NEW VIDEO FOR “CONTROL”
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Some believe Industrial music is a dying genre, but those naysayers will be proven wrong if JUSTIN SYMBOL, the newest face of the NYC alternative club scene (and self-proclaimed “King of Negativity”), has anything to say about it. New York City’s own JUSTIN SYMBOL is breathing new life into the genre, embracing the classic 90s…
STOLI DOES NOT MIND WAKING UP TO KERRISSA MACLEAN
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Hello there good music loving people of earth, it’s great to be here. I must admit that this Ebola scare has got me freaked out, we are truly living in wild times, but I prefer to think about pleasant topics so back to the music. In music news today, Fred Beteille, Product Manager at YouTube,…
Charlee Remitz, These Veins (EP)
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Who is Charliee Remitz anyway? Listening to her music I get a sense of urgency. It’s a need to capture the moments before they are gone and you forget. Sometimes, it’s about the dust left behind by what just got burned off, and the sense of loss that comes with that. Sometimes it’s about the…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 4, 2014
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EYELID KID SHARE “SLEEPS WELL ON KNIVES” VIA STEREOGUM A pair of lovers trapped in the comfort of intimacy try to escape the undertow of all possibilities and realities. The ultimate support, the ultimate hindrance. Love and pain, reward and sacrifice, it’s all in the eye of the beholder. An unfiltered look at the dichotomy…
JACOBIDE “MORE THAN KINGS” SINGLE
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This August sees Sydney indie rockers, Jacobide, release their new single, “More Than Kings”. The track was produced and mixed by Forrester Savell (Karnivool, Dead Letter Circus, Butterfly Effect), and recorded at the brand new Hercules Street Studios in Sydney — owned by the renowned songwriter and producer, Harry Vanda (ACDC, Easy Beats). Jacobide’s previous…
THE ROYAL RELEASES NEW ALBUM “DREAMCATCHERS”
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After months of hard work, metalcore band The Royal released their first full length called ‘Dreamcatchers’. The album contains 13 tracks which is mixed and engineered by the American producer Cory Brunnemann. The songs definitely cover a great deal of metalcore and progressive metal elements, without being boring or monotone. Riffs that stick, brutal vocals…
JIMMY RAE WONDERING WHAT ALL THIS GIBRISH IS ABOUT?
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Get ready for the Swedish sensation known as Gibrish that walks the walk and talks the talk. Their musical style is best described by the two band members as: “Nordic alternative folk combined with the old American songbook” and “Gibrified Neufolk”. Giving a swift, right jab to the mainstream music scene, Gibrish is one unique…
SKOPE NEWS FOR AUGUST 1, 2014
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WILLIAM ARCANE NEW SINGLE “STAY A WHILE” William Arcane returns on Pictures Music ( starting point for artists like Lapalux, Dauwd, Koreless and Dark Sky) with ‘Stay A While’. ‘Stay A While’ sees William’s style evolve further since last summer’s ‘Permanence’ EP. He threw out all his computer synth plug-ins and started using re-sampled acoustic…
PHILIP SELWAY DEBUTS “COMING UP FOR AIR” VIDEO
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Philip Selway is pleased to present a beautiful new video for “Coming Up For Air,” the lead track from his forthcoming sophomore solo album,Weatherhouse. The “Coming Up For Air” video, directed by acclaimed Spanish film collective NYSU, emits a supernatural sheen as it takes place on a hazy film set filled with actors who display…
ELODIE ADAMS ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE “BORN TO LOVE YOU”
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Melbourne based neo-gothic, rock singer Elodie Adams has announced the release of her debut single, Born To Love You (out August 15) lifted from her debut EP, inSUBORDINATE, set for release on August 22. Elodie will be launching the EP at The Tote in Melbourne on Thursday August 28th. A remix of Born To Love…
“DOWN THE LINE” BY RUN RABBIT RUN
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Melbourne folk-rock quintet, Run Rabbit Run, are set to release their debut single Down the Line accompanied by the band’s first ever video clip. With a country-esque backbeat, hooky lead guitar, and soaring vocals that bring a sense of calm to the chaos, the debut single aims to integrate everything Run Rabbit Run represent as…
Sarantos, I Love To Love You Too
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Europop drenched in auto-tune right here. Sarantos’ ‘I Love To Love You Too’ is enigmatic and curious. On first listen, it comes across as naive, but as things unfold, the track reveals itself to be more overly earnest in its efforts. On the face of it, ‘I Love To Love You Too’ is a straightforward…
Atom Strange, The Lost Cosmonaut
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ATOM STRANGE formed in 2006 with musicians Alex Rude and Rick Dunn. They shared a vision of forming a rock band that was inspired by science fiction, true life, and the absurd, and intentionally tries to avoid the clichés normally heard in the hard rock genre. The band now has several albums to their credit…
STEVE RYAN FANS SHOWING THEIR LOVE
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Steve Ryan has definitely made his mark. From music to books, his fans just continue to grow and grow. Fans from around the world send Steve Ryan videos, letters, and messages on a regular basis. This video shows a few of Steve Ryan fan’s videos. You can feel the magic and emotions from the fans…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 31, 2014
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PHARMAKON LP SHARES TRAILER / DETAILS VIA PITCHFORK The record is a harrowing collection of deeply personal industrial noise tracks, each one brimming with struggle and weighted with the intensity of Chardiet’s internal conflict. Bestial Burden was recorded at Heaven Street Records in Brooklyn, N.Y. with Sean Ragon (Cult of Youth, Venerence), who also recorded…
ELLE ARAMINTA VIDEO “UNDERWORLDS”
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Elle Araminta releases another song and video after her recent debut single “Plastic Principles.” The new single “Underworlds,” also produced by Spends Quality, shows a musical contrast to Plastic Principles’ jazzy, boom bap feel and displays a grittier, darker tune. Conceptually, Elle displays her versatility with rap heavy verses that explore finding peace in the…
WE ARE THE WOODS RELEASE “RUN LIZ RUN” AN ELIZABETH WARREN CAMPAIGN SONG
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We Are The Woods have a new video for their first single of 2014, “Run Liz Run,” a catchy pop folk song imploring Elizabeth Warren to run for president in 2016. The band was enlisted to write the song by friends at Ready For Warren (http://ready4warren.com) and they instantly took to the idea. The song…
SEAFRET SINGLE “GIVE ME SOMETHING”
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Hailing from the small town of Bridlington, Jack Sedman (vocals) and Harry Draper (guitar) aka Seafret announce the release of their debut EP ‘Give Me Something’, out September 21st on Sweet Jane Recordings. The EP includes the lead single and EP title track ‘Give Me Something’. The ‘Give Me Something’ EP features five tracks, ‘Give…
MATTHEW CONNOR “HOW IS JULY ALREADY OVER?”
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Haunting and hypnotic, singer/songwriter Matthew Connor’s alluring sound is built on thoughtful, classical theory and is powered by Connor’s emotive lyrics and booming baritone. A seductive blend of today’s Portishead and Daughn Gibson with yesterday’s legends like Elvis and Sinatra, Connor is preparing to release his first full-length album, Farewell Motel, in October 2014. https://soundcloud.com/mrmatthewconnor/03-how-is-july-already-over
Save the Radio, Calculating the Sum of Your Life
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“Save The Radio, a Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida based modern rock band has been drawing industry comparisons to such iconic adult contemporary acts as Goo Goo Dolls and Matchbox Twenty. It’s rather odd that I like this as much as I do. I mean, it’s very mainstream and even feels a bit like two bands I…
Esthema, Long Goodbye
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Esthema’s Long Goodbye is a rich progressive rock record that harnesses classic and modern sounds. With its short opening track ‘Three Sides To Every Story Part 1′, it’s clear from the start that Esthema have worked hard to bring together a range of instruments to create some provocative prog. As the three part opening section…
BILLY RAY DEIZ SCORES HIT WITH “RATHER HAVE SOONER”
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Oregon doesn’t really fit the description of music hit makers, but according to Broadjam, Billy Ray Deiz’s single “Rather Have Sooner” is climbing the charts and has so far reached #9. It could be because of his laid back bluesy vocals, or maybe the guitar chops of George Marinelli of Bonnie Raitt’s band. Possibly it’s…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULy 30, 2014
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JESSIE J + ARIANA GRANDE + NICKI MINAJ RELEASE “BANG BANG” International superstars Jessie J + Ariana Grande + Nicki Minaj released the powerhouse anthem “Bang Bang” today on digital retailers via Republic Records. The single debuted #1 on the iTunes overall & pop charts and also hit #1 on the Billboard Trending 140 chart.…
HALSEY SIGNS TO ASTRALWERKS WITH DEBUT SINGLE “GHOST”
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Astralwerks welcomes recording artist Halsey to its roster with the new single “Ghost” out today and an EP scheduled for release later this year. The 19-year-old musical powerhouse and provocative pop ingénue captivates on first listen, displaying a song-craft and lyrical sensibility far beyond her years. With left-of-center dark-pop hooks, sultry vocals and unapologetic honesty,…
VOGUE DOTS PREMIERE MUSIC VIDEO FOR “SKINNY THING”
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Halifax electronic-pop duo, Vogue Dots, released their debut EP, Toska, on May 6, 2014 via Montreal-based indie label, Indica Records (Half Moon Run, Phantogram). This group embraces the ambient side of electronic music with Babette Hayward’s vocals taking the forefront, backed by her lush guitar playing and Tynan Dunfield’s electronically crafted melodies. What culminates is…
KADY Z 30 SECOND TEASER OF ‘ORDINARY GIRL UNDONE’ HERE
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Rising pop songstress Kady Z has announced the September 23 release of Ordinary Girl Undone, a 5 track acoustic EP which serves as a follow up to her EP One Million Pieces and her 2013 full length debut album, Ordinary Girl. Taking her cues from the likes of pop goddesses Robyn & Gwen Stefani, the…
WILLODEAN VIDEO “JULIE DRINKS WITH DEMONS”
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Willodean isn’t a mainstream moniker. It’s an anachronistic name, one for a band that chronicles longing, loneliness, and lost loves. Willodean’s self-titled debut album exposes someone as afraid of finding love as losing it. Dan Barrett’s gravelly baritone has a toughness suited to — maybe rooted in — the vulnerability of the lyrics. Producer Eric…
TAKING IN “THE SHADE” WITH NEW YORK BAND DOG SOCIETY
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It is refreshing to see and hear new music from a band with humble beginnings. This would be the case for Bruce, Joe and Rich who formed the group Dog Society. The band name derived from the Dog Society Soldiers of the Native American Indian. Since the band member themselves adopted their own ritual it…
Billy Ray Deiz, “Rather Have Sooner”
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Laced with woozy tremolo and everything you would expect from smooth country tinged soul, Billy Ray Deiz’s ‘Rather Have Sooner’ lets loose the big guns. It’s all here; swaggering saxophones, snappy funk guitars, and vocals that balance melancholy with a cheeriness that makes the track sunny and uplifting. With funk like this, it’s impossible not…
Xavier Toscano, Feel So Good
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Taking cues from Bruno Mars and throwing in a huge sprinkling of electro pop, Xavier Toscano’s new album Feel So Good is a party album full of bright lights and vibrant colours. Opening with ‘Never Wanna Leave’, Toscano’s style is shown to be upbeat and playful from the start, leading into ‘The Remedy (Feel Alright)’…
MUSIC THERAPY FOR PETS
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The next time you visit your vet, you might walk out with a prescription of soothing music. There are professionals within the veterinary community who are experimenting with music therapy to help calm pets before major medical treatments or during periods of anxiety. This unique form of treatment might sound new age to you, however…
Winchester Revival, Eyes in the Canopy
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Eyes in the Canopy is the latest four track EP from East Bay, California based band Winchester Revival. Winchester Revival is a difficult band to categorize, with a refreshing and unique sound that carries throughout Eyes in the Canopy. The EP opens with “Chemical Yellow,” an alternative trip-rock tune that proudly displays the musical prowess…
GODSMACK EXCLUSIVELY STREAM 1000hp ON ITUNES “FIRST PLAY”
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Starting today, GODSMACK are exclusively streaming their sixth full-length album, 1000hp [Republic Records], on iTunes Radio “First Play”. Listen to the album in its entirety HERE: https://itunes.apple.com/us/station/idra.896844402 The record slams into stores and becomes available through iTunes and all digital retailers next Tuesday, August 5th: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/1000hp/id898318144 Already, audiences everywhere have indulged in the first single…
DYNAMIC ROMANCE FUELS UP-AND-COMER’S THE MORNING BIRDS
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They say love conquers all and sometimes it also creates a wonderful fusion. That would be the case for Jennifer Thorington and Sam Markus, the two talented individuals who combined their musical skills and formed the group The Morning Birds. Their devotion to each other and mutual respect gave birth to the group in 2011.…
SKOPE NEWS FOR JULY 29, 2014
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YOGI TEAMS UP WITH SCHOOLBOY Q FOR OFFICIAL REMIX OF “HELL OF A NIGHT” UK production trio Yogi stands at the vanguard of cross-genre production with their latest official reworking of Schoolboy Q’s “Hell Of A Night,” coming today via OWSLA / Interscope. Having established a reputation for massive fusions of high-energy electro with hard-hitting…
RACHEL COSTANZO ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE ‘STARLIGHT’
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Young Australian pop singer on the rise, Rachel Costanzo has announced the release of her new single, Starlight (out August 1) lifted from her self-titled debut EP, out August 22. Rachel’s EP also features her debut single Blindside, which created a decent buzz in the industry on release late last year. Most people will remember…
BANK OF MELBOURNE ANNOUNCES THE ‘MELBOURNE MUSIC BANK’ FEAT ELLA HOOPER
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Bank of Melbourne today announced the return of Melbourne Music Bank, a community-driven music initiative offering aspiring artists a chance to break into the music industry. The Melbourne Music Bank is calling for local musicians and bands to submit a song inspired by Melbourne. A career-making prize is up for grabs, including two days of…
TENSNAKE IS BACK WITH A UNIQUELY SEXY VIDEO “FEEL OF LOVE”
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Following the release of his acclaimed debut album ‘Glow’ earlier this year plus tour dates across the globe, Tensnake announces his new single ‘Feel Of Love’. A collaboration with three times Grammy award winning Jacques Lu Cont, this sublime slice of disco features soaring vocals from electro-soul fusioneer Jamie Lidell. To celebrate the announcement of…
AntoineRNB
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Antoine is hitting the scene and is building his career one song at a time. His soulful melodies come across smooth and vibrant, unleashing true raw emotions in every beat. Straight from Poughkeepsie, New York he is ready to take on the world. Each track is defined by catchy hooky lyrics and foot tapping rhythms…
