Borne through a collective desire for creative performance and exquisite, edgy music, The Courtesans’ debut album ‘1917’ is a shape-shifting collection of works drawing influence from metal, electro-pop and the far reaches of dubstep. The band settled into the studio in late 2013 to make permanent their library collection of cinematic tracks, taking inspiration from…
NICO & VINZ’ ‘BLACK STAR ELEPHANT’ MOVES TO OCTOBER 14TH + NEW SINGLE
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Nico & Vinz’ debut album Black Star Elephant will now be released on October 14th to include their next single “In Your Arms”. Black Star Elephant is currently available for pre-order at http://smarturl.it/BSEPO. First launched on YouTube in October of 2013 when the group was still going by Envy, “In Your Arms” has received almost…
TREBUCHET NEW VIDEO “THE END”
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Check out “The End”, the new video from Petaluma, CA indie folk-rockers Trebuchet here. For the clip, the band enlisted Jim Agius (director) and Tim Rose (director of photography) of Dogfilm, a collective that produces short films and music videos in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dogfilm also released a music video for Trebuchet’s “Lay…
SUMMER SONGS: WHAT MUSIC FESTIVALS HIT BIG THIS YEAR
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For decades, attending music festivals has been one of the best ways to cap of a great summer. This year, the crowds saw the emergence of Prince, the reunion of Outkast, and 2014 Emmy nominee Bruno Mars’ electrifying performance. Every year, most of these highly anticipated jam fests are packed with new and seasoned festival…
SKOPE NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
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NICK MONACO POSTS NEW ALBUM As he leans forward to get a closer view of the stage, he applies a thick, seductive layer of lipstick on his moist, sultry pout. Nick Monaco is now in character, the jumpsuit and pimp hat providing a comforting layer of confidence as he prepares to step out on stage…
ANDREW COUSINS “EXCUSE ME MISTER”
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Andy C is a born entertainer with an energy that is infectious. His ability to express real life experiences through his music leaves listeners captivated and inspired. His sound is earthy and honest. Audiences are instantly connected to his lyrics as he tells stories of growing up, family and love. Andy’s father Neville introduced him…
DEJA MAE VIDEO “WICKED GAMES”
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Creating a captivating presence through her hypnotic vocals, merged with electric beats that enclose you; the LA indie duo, Deja Mae and Eric Wright have returned with their own rendition of The Weeknd’s, “Wicked Games”. The duo’s rendition is now available on SoundCloud as a free download and they have just released the music video…
MIGHTY OAKS SIGN TO ASTRALWERKS AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “BROTHER”
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Continuing its legacy of signing pioneering artists across genres and geography, Astralwerks announces its newest signing MIGHTY OAKS with the debut single “Brother” out today and the upcoming “Brother” EP out October 7th. A full-length album is set for release in the US in 2015. The Berlin-based trio of international musicians – Ian Hooper (US),…
DAVID LYNCH & PETER IVERS “IN HEAVEN”
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David Lynch’s Eraserhead rests firmly at the top of that canon of American underground culture for which there is no genre. A staple of the dark underbelly of popular cinema that was originally only viewable at arthouse screenings or on the Midnight Movie circuit, Eraserhead is a truly unadulterated offering; and much of its sensation…
Catalina Shortwave, “Repeater
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Indeed many feel solid musicianship is a dying art form in music as Power Pop and Rap dominate the airwaves with music that is for the most part – well not very real. But regardless of how you feel about Pop, or even Rap strong musicianship has remained strong and resultant over the years primarily…
PREMIERE: FLAUNT VIDEO FOR “CODON (DIPPED IN ECSTASY)”
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Flaunt is an act that can be hard to pin down. Taking its inspiration from all different waves of music, Flaunt explores various landscapes on its album CODON with hints of indie rock, dub, house, ambient and experimental sounds all rolled into one trippy experience. This is not music for the easy-listening crowd as it…
ThaGataNegrra, Gata City
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ThaGataNegrra sounds neon. Akin to FKA Twig’s nuanced compositions ThaGataNegrra’s are nimble bright and remarkably catchy. Rhythmically “Gata City” never stops. With an endless amount of kinetic energy the songs blast forward. Plenty of cat references are thrown throughout the album which fits neatly with the overall playful feel of the album. Melody and rhythm…
SKOPE NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
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CHECK OUT THE VIDEO WAZE & ODYSSEY VS. R.KELLY’S “BUMP & GRIND 2014” Producer/DJ’s Waze & Odyssey announce tour dates in the US, UK and Europe. The tour will start on September 19th in Denver, CO and culminate in Paris, France on November 21st. Additionally the group released their first single, Waze and Odyssey vs.…
EVERPRESENT “IN MY VEINS” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
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Everpresent is Matthew Cahoon, a unique vocalist, keyboardist, percussionist, and composer. Everpresent was created in January of 2002 to bring a unique blend of dark pop and alternative electronica the current musical landscape. The timeline has been an interesting evolution of musical experimentation combined with a certain degree of commercial appeal, diving into the dance…
FALL OUT BOY RELEASE NEW SINGLE “CENTURIES”
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Said Pete Wentz: “We never had a plan to jump right back into it after the whirlwind year we’ve had…but sometimes the song calls you. We started writing “Centuries” while we were on tour. Traveling the world for the last year we have seen, and been a part of, the landscape and fabric of music…
COURTNEY J. RELEASES ” LIT” LYRIC VIDEO
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Indie Recording and Entertainment Artist “Courtney J.” has released “LIT”. It is the first track released off of her forthcoming mixtape. The track includes a unique melodic trap sound which is married perfectly to her ambient and mystical vocal style. The Lyric video, shot and directed by both Courtney J. and 6ChamberProductions captures a dreamy,…
STOLI IS PROUD TO PRESENT A MESSAGE FROM ALVIN HARRISON
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Many of you Skope subscribers/readers are from nations all over the globe. I am sure at first glance, you might think, this guy is focusing on American problems which do not effect me. Well, whether you like it or not, and for better or worse, America’s problems and issues have a way of affecting everyone’s…
Late Cambrian, Peach
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3 piece rock band Late Cambrian just released their latest CD entitled “Peach” (2014). This 13 Track offering captures the energy and foundations of this band. Songs such as “Ryan Gosling”, “The Label Needed a Single” and “The Wolf” have off the hook vocals, thumpy beats, crunchy guitar, and heavy bass lines that will make…
MAKING THE BIG LEAGUES: BREAK OUT STARS FROM THE WORLD CUP
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This year’s World Cup created some new stars for the world of soccer to recognize. While most were already well known in their home countries, the global stage provided by the World Cup shed light on just how good these players are, and what they bring to the team. James Rodriguez The aggressive midfielder from…
SKOPE NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
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MIDNIGHT RΞD HEADLINING THE SOCIAL SLAM SELFIE AWARDS Edgy boy-band, MIDNIGHT RΞD will be taking the stage to headline the Social Slam Selfie Awards on October 4th, 2014 after finishing their headlining tour in Spain. “Spain was amazing! Now it’s time to tear up LA for the Social Slam Selfie Awards,” states Colton Rudloff. Midnight…
WILL DAILEY VIDEO “SUNKEN SHIP”
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Boston’s Will Dailey hit a career milestone with new album National Throat that debuted in the top 20 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. National Throat, inspired by a souring relationship with Will’s former business partner, is Dailey’s first release in seven years without a major label and the first charting position of Will’s career. Dailey…
NETA TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE “SILLY LIFE”
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NETA is the new project from producer/guitarist Neta Weisman with his new album “Heroes In A Tale” due out in 2014. The album is preceded by the single “Silly Life” in September. Neta grew up playing with the likes of Rami Fortis and Berry Saharov touring Europe in the 80’s and early 90’s as well…
JAGGED JAYNE SINGLE “AVALANCHE”
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Jagged Jayne emerged in September last year as an energetic and oh so quirky six piece. They explore sounds from a haze of musical influences and develop an infectious vibe on stage. The group all met at Sydney’s Australian Institute of Music and are made up of ‘The Brads’ on drums and bass, Jake on…
ETANA VIDEO “TRIGGER”
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Etana is happy to announce the release of her brand new album I Rise, available Oct 28, 2014 on VP Records. The beautifully-orchestrated set is helmed by the legendary Jamaican multi-instrumentalist and producer Clive Hunt, whose credits include Byron Lee & The Dragonaires, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Peter Tosh, Rolling Stones, The Wailers, Grace Jones,…
MUSIC: MORE THAN THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE
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Music has been an integral part of society throughout time. Even Neanderthals are believed to have made music. Most folks recognize intuitively that music is important to them in specific and unique ways, but what is it about music that makes that so? Researchers are just beginning to answer that question, and are finding some…
Alpha over India, One Last Chance
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Alpha over India’s “One Last Chance” lives in hope. Within these two tracks is a great deal of care. The sound is warm. The vocalist is confident. Sonically the songs are reminiscent of a time in the 90s when rock sounded more personal, less scrubbed. Rhythmically the pieces employ a driving beat which helps each…
GENTLEMEN THE COLLEGE DAYS ARE OVER SO SHED THE ‘FRAT BOY’ LOOK WITH THESE QUICK AND EASY TIPS
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There is nothing dapper about distressed jeans and a T-shirt. Nothing at all that says, ‘I am a professional and I can handle my business.’ So unless you have your own company, you cannot possibly hope to be taken seriously for a job when you still look like a teenager. Congratulations on graduating by the…
Beth Whitney Bradford Loomis, The Banner Days
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Today I listened to the 7 Track CD by Marysville, WA musical duo Beth Whitney Bradford Loomis entitled The Banner Days. These 2 are one up and coming artistic duos that cannot and should not be underscored. All music, lyrics, and fretwork invites the listener to sift through a multitude of folk-pop-rock sounds, all of…
JD Hardy, Ride On Single
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About the Artist: Today I’m checking out the latest single “Ride On” from California Cowboy JD Hardy. Another track featured is “Country Saved Me.” RIDE ON is dedicated to Hardy’s Bull Rid’n Heroes! Gary Leffew, Lane Frost, Ty Murray and many many more of you tough of ole cowboys who’s ridn’n your way to the…
17 YEAR OLD FROM BOSTON STANDS UP TO CURE ARTHRITIS
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The Arthritis Foundation, New England Region has named Annierose youth honoree of the 2014 Boston Walk to Cure Arthritis. As youth honoree, Annierose will put a face to arthritis and share her story, helping the Boston Walk to Cure Arthritis reach its fundraising goal of $350,000. Lucy Beth Fraser, 13 years old of will join…
SKOPE NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
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BEAR HANDS REVEALS ALTERNATE VIDEO FOR “AGORA” Bear Hands is revealing an alternate video to “Agora” from the band’s recent full-length Distraction (Cantora). The video, which was directed by Sami Jano and Steve Meierding, playfully incorporates the track’s lyrics into a wildly colorful montage of cluttered items strewn around the home of the titular agoraphobe.…
ROAM, INC. INTRODUCES ROPES: THE NEXT GENERATION OF EARPHONES
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ROAM, Inc., creator of the next generation of earphones, releases Orange “ROAM with SU2C” Ropes in collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer. The Orange Ropes will debut exclusively in the digital lounge during the Stand Up To Cancer roadblock telecast on September 5 and will ship for the 2014 holiday season. The Limited Edition Orange…
CLOUD SEEDING “MIRAGE” FEAT ALEXA WILDING
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Cloud Seeding continues its collaborative project with their sixth single, “Mirage,” featuring Alexa Wilding. Serra quickly gained an admiration for Alexa’s dark and visual music when he stumbled across videos for her songs “Black Diamond Day” and “Knife.” He contacted the singer and the two became fast friends over snacks in the West Village. “I…
THE LIVING SISTERS BRING CHRISTMAS IN SEPTEMBER
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The sounds of the holiday season will be sweeter this year with The Living Sisters’ new album Harmony Is Real: Songs for a Happy Holiday. The Living Sisters – Eleni Mandell, Becky Stark, Inara George and Alex Lilly – have created a musical present so jubilant that it could make even Scrooge break out the…
ROOMRUNNER SHARE FIRST TRACK “CHRONO TRIGGER”
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After a much-needed break from nearly a year and a half of constant touring, Roomrunner are extremely pleased to announce the follow up to their critically acclaimed Ideal Cities LP in the form of Separate, the long-awaited EP that will see release via Accidental Guest Recordings on October 21. Listen to “Chrono Trigger”, the first…
Pipe Dream, The Oak
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Cleveland based Pipe Dream haven’t had their head in the clouds putting this well executed EP together. http://pipedreamofficial.bandcamp.com/album/the-oak The OakOpening with title track ‘The Oak’, Pipe Dream’s sound comes off as fresh, airy, and soothing. That hipster indie sound is there -à la Mumfords, Bon Iver – but it’s wistfully done, an optimistic and hopeful…
Eric Kamen, Serenades
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Having cut his teeth with multiple of stepping stone musical experiences guitarist/producer/songwriter Eric Kamen is turning people’s heads, and ears with his latest 15 track collection entitled “Serenades.” Quite simply Kamen set his sights on creating a new style of music: a radical collection of Spanish Style Flamenco guitar and Hip Hop. This latest CD…
SKOPE NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
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CONSEQUENCE OF SOUND LAUNCHES FILM SECTION Consequence of Sound is thrilled to announce the launch of their new film reviews section. Over the past seven years, the popular music site has established itself as a leading source for the latest news, reviews, and features on renowned and under the radar recording artists. Now it brings…
TIM RHOADES SINGLE “THREE MONTHS”
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Tim Rhoades has been described by a critic as “eloquence bathed in enticing melody seeping from a sensual soul”, which is a poignant and accurate description of this indie alt-folk artist. Tim is a master storyteller. A charismatic native kiwi boy with clean good looks and a musical talent that’s been instilled by his passion…
DARIAN RENEE POSTS “PARTNERS IN CRIME”
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Pop vocalist Darian Reneé has released a new single from her dynamic and astonishing sophomore release. “Partners In Crime,” which can be heard HERE, is the second track off the September 23rd EP entitled The Other Side Of Someday. Darian had this to say on the title of the release, “The title of the EP…
