Feature stories and artist interviews
Twelve Days Of June is the kind of artist that only comes along once every so often. Armed with his acoustic guitar and powerful performance prowess, Dave Hulegaard — known to us as Twelve Days Of June — sews together the striking sounds of pop, rock and orchestral music that creates sound worlds unique to…
Twelve Days Of June may be known for their soft rock roots, yet in their latest single ‘Hoped You Couldn’t Tell’, they let us into the more country-pop corners of their artistry. Coming off their recent full-length album ‘Anhedonia’, ‘Hoped You Couldn’t Tell’ is a completely relatable, instinctively emotive and beautifully crafted testament to The…
@skopemag news – saturday – may 14, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope AUSTRALIAN PUNK TRIO DUNE RATS RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘MELTED INTO TWO’ Australia’s Dune Rats are no strangers to writing songs about their love for substance. The band’s new single ‘Melted Into Two’ is their first song of substance about…
@skopemag news – friday – may 13, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Seafret Return with Heartfelt New Single “Hollow” Self-produced by Seafret’s own Harry Draper and Cam Blackwood (Florence & The Machine, George Ezra, Lewis Capaldi) “Hollow” sees the pair unveil another wonderfully warm and embracing new offering. Inspired by the…
Expertly crafting a unique sonic experience, Charis releases her debut EP aptly titled Open Eyes, revolving around her own storied life experiences and transcends towards an aural listening experience that’s not worth missing. Open Eyes highlights the power of learning what it truly means to know your own worth, where Charis is a firm believer…
@skopemag news – friday – may 13, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope When the world has gone mad… Maybe due to quite a long lockdown which brought you to the edge of your mental health, maybe due to completely other reasons. That’s what “Dead” is all about, that sometimes it feels…
@skopemag news – friday – may 13, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Arya Zappa 80’s teen film majesty “Listen to the Wind” single Listen To the Wind bursts out of the traps and immediately pulls you into its 80’s teen film majesty. With its persuasive disco beat and optimistic tone, it’s…
Both inspired by the Beat Generation poets they create Pieces of a Song, a repertoire of rageous yet ecstatic original pieces in French and in English infused with the tender and subversive writings of the idiosyncratic Beat Generation poetess Diane di Prima. To create a work that we can all relate to, accessible yet provocative,…
“A sonic spa of love, loss and inner peace”. These are the words used to describe Jarad Miles’ first upcoming full-length studio album ‘Standing Upon This Array’ — and from my first listen through the beautifully crafted body of work, I can attest to it being just that. Jarad Miles has a way of evoking…
Kenny Fame is back this month with another infectious sunny single. ‘Feels Better’ is another edition of Kenny Fames ever-evolving discography and this time the New York based singer-songwriter has sunk into the sunny reggae realms of his sound with one of his most vibrant tracks yet. It’s safe to say from his track record that…
With a musical career spanning over ten years, we’ve got accustomed to Blue Soul Ten scoring our daily soundtracks with anthem after absolute anthem. His unique blend of jazz, soul, hip hop and EDM has resulted in some seriously captivating tracks. Seriously, just check his past albums The Incredible Sound Of Blue and Sounds About…
Jasmyne Bennett made head lines after she signed with Faceswithtalent months ago being the first female billboard hiphop model. Normally you will see most artist and influencers posted on billboard but Jasmyne is very different. Faceswithtalent has a total of 125 models and Jasmyne Bennett ranks top model this year in magazine publication. Tokyo made…
With harmonies that are bigger than the verses they frame, you know you’re in for a melodic tidal wave not long after pressing the play button on “Nothin’ You Can Do About That.” In this song, as well as the other three that join it on The Act Americana Trio’s The True North EP, is driven…
@skopemag news – friday – may 13, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LOS RIVERA DESTINO Cook Up Breakfast in Humorous New Music Video “Pancakes” “Pancakes” delivers both the progressive sound and the charming playfulness that have quickly made Los Rivera Destino a sensation, blending syrupy sweet riffs with witty lyrics that…
Stephen Jacques’ “Send Them Love” begins with a guitar and strings arrangement. He sings about a love that came quickly – perhaps, a love at first sight. Yes, this is an extremely romantic song lyric, but it’s also sincere, which gives it validity. Vocally, Jacques sounds a bit like a grizzled Irishman. There’s a roughness…
Madeline Rosene’s “Everyday Existential Crisis” begins with a simple acoustic guitar part, and then her lovely high singing voice kicks in. It amounts to the unusual combination of big, philosophical questions, set to soft music. The first line gets right to the point: “Is it too much to bear when I over share?” If that’s…
Northern Irelands’ Lee Rogers is playing the release show for his new album Gameblood in Boston on tour with Foy Vance this Friday at Royale. Today, he is debuting his video for the latest single “Silent Song.” This is Rogers’ fifth major recording and third official release, coming across as a tender yet macho noir…
@skopemag news – thursday – may 12, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Mimosa release indie rock anthem ‘Contagious’ following SOLD OUT hometown show in Sheffield, UK Mimosa are a fresh 5 piece Indie/Rock n Roll band formed in late 2020 in the midst of lockdown, the band wrote songs and developed…
Most good electronic musicians are sonically adventurous. Some manage to be sonically disruptive. But very few are true sonic rebels. Rebellion requires imagination. Rebellion isn’t an accidental act: it’s a well-considered protest against the way things are, done on behalf of the way things could be. Tammy Hurt, for instance, has no time for the…
Hearing something new and interesting in this current music market is rare. Agat smashes this idea to splinter from the norm and create music which is entirely different from anything I have heard before. My two stand-out tracks are ‘Celebration’ and ‘Germs’. Celebration has that bizarre uplifting but melancholic tone which puts the mind in…
@skopemag news – thursday – may 12, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Rare DM shares new single, announces Synths at Sea boat show in NYC Today Rare DM shares new single “Naomi” and announces Goth Boat Vol. 1: Synths At Sea which will feature live performances from Rare DM, Lucy and…
Sarantos has released his new single, “LOOKing UP (at the world).” The Chicago-based artist has struggled with chronic back pain since his bout with COVID. I did everything I could and still had nonstop debilitating pain. It was only better when I laid down flat. All I could do was look up at the world…
“Life is like a GPS. You may need to find an alternate route to get to where you are going but, with creative perseverance, you will always arrive at your destination!” – Pidgie “Just Breathe”, the new record from Singer/Songwriter and self proclaimed Renaissance woman on wheels; the differently abled and exceptionally gifted former “Ms.…
@skopemag news – wednesday – may 11, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BLACK LUNG: new video “Death Grip” feat. Shawna Potter of War On Women About the video: “Death Grip is a critique of the funeral industry and those who profit off grief and death. It’s not a secret that funeral…
For most, the musical journey is a lifetime in the making. But DICI has been catapulted into the public eye within two whirlwind years. He has evolved from an avid music fan, experimenting with Pro Tools in his bedroom, to becoming a global rap phenomenon. So how did he do it? DICI has an impeccable…
Heartbreak and anger are strong motivators when it comes to songwriting, and in the latest single from country singer-songwriter Ashley Puckett, they’re the main focus. ‘What’s Her Name,’ is an unrelenting and brutal verbal takedown, but what does it sound like exactly? Well, read on to find out more in our full review of ‘What’s…
@skopemag news – wednesday – may 11, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Metal Injection Premieres New DEATH SCYTHE Video “Killer Faith” Mexican melodic death metal band DEATH SCYTHE have released a stunning video for their song “Killer Faith”. The song is taken from their album Killing For Pleasure Forever which will…
@skopemag news – tuesday – may 10, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope THE SHENANDOAH ELECTRIC COMPANY: Treble Premieres “Hot Mess;” LP1 Debut By Alt-Rock Act Formed By Pianos Become The Teeth Members Nears June Release Via Pax Aeternum Winter in the mountains can be unpredictable. The best anyone can do is…
Bruce Sudano’s career has spanned decades and genres, working with Tommy James; rocking with Alive N Kickin’ and Brooklyn Dreams; writing hit songs for Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, and Dolly Parton. He even started up Purple Heart Recording Company to support the next generation of musicians. Even the pandemic did not stop this hit-making machine;…
@skopemag news – tuesday – may 10, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope FEBUEDER – Release Rhythmic, Reflective New Single “Bootchie” (Out Today) || UK Live Dates This May Unconventional and yet completely irresistible, “Bootchie” rattles around like a toolbox in the back of a pick-up truck; its scattered instrumentation unearthing hypnotic…
Some call it “chasing dreams,” but they say they are “Still On The Run” Anthony D & Chris Raww have gone above and beyond with this project! Adding a creative spin to some timeless (award winning) movies, these 2 Minneapolis musicians used the “dream chasin” concept to create a powerful/positive/uplifting message that crosses a variety…
A metallic gleam defines the intense rush of Bramses Xalyxys’ powerful fury of “Mysterious Warrior.” Volume is a must for his is a sound to fully surrender to. The artist makes sure that the journey the listeners embark upon has an ancient aspect to it, for the storytelling proves to be truly profound. Within each…
@skopemag news – monday – may 9, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Hector Gachan Shares “Tell Me I’m Here” Single & Official Video Hector Gachan is a Bosnian-Australian musician currently based in Edinburgh. His debut LP “Untitled ’91” released in the winter of 2017 cultivated a cult following from around the…
@skopemag news – monday – may 9, 2022 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope (Reminder): GOOD TIME T: New single / video “Good Time” by the debut album Greek saxophonist Takis Drakopoulos and his personal project Good Time T present the self-titled track “Good Time” that is included in “Good Time T” debut…
@skopemag news – monday – may 9, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope OUT NOW: Homeboy Sandman Flips BMSR’s ‘Twin of Myself’ on Latest Release “Apple” After listening to Black Moth Super Rainbow’s “Twin of Myself,” Homeboy Sandman was inspired to make Apple. He explains, “It was so beautiful and it had…
I expected Alex Wellkers’ famous now to be his debut offering for the music world, not his tenth release overall. His prolific rate of creativity hasn’t come at the expense of quality; the nine tracks included on the new album are every bit as forceful and attention-grabbing as anything that’s come before. Music and songs flock to…
At just seventeen years of age, Dylan Conrique is every bit the seasoned performer, dedicated to perfecting her craft while preserving the goofy streak and playful enthusiasm that informs her creativity. Now, with the release of Baby Blue, Conrique’s debut EP, the singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress reflects on young love and heartache with all…
A nice swinging country rock, Steve Dunn delivers a story straight from the heart with “Mixtape”. Volume reigns supreme for the rest of the song has a tremendous power to it. The buildup has a majesty to it. Guitars further the sound along, for they play confidently. Everything about the atmosphere has a warmth to…
The definition of heartache is “emotional anguish or grief, typically caused by the loss or absence of someone loved.” It is the empty feeling left by someone you thought would never go. Pop country sibling duo Juna N Joey narrates this sensation in this most recent single, ‘Til Your Heart Breaks.’ Even though Juna and…
@skopemag news – saturdday – may 7, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Skilla Baby – Tim Dunkin (feat. Sada Baby) (Music Video) After putting in a level of work on the m-i-c so monumental over the past three years that artist/rapper Skilla Baby now swings fifteen racks a day & tens…
