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The engines of the current Philadelphia cultural renaissance are the recording studios and rock clubs in town. Foremost among these venues is MilkBoy, run by producer/engineer Tommy Joyner. Hosting and recording sessions for artists like Lana Del Ray, Fun, Miley Cyrus, and James Taylor, Joyner is a songwriter himself, and, surrounded by so much creativity…
@skopemag news – friday – july 15, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Daniel Weber (The Disparrows) Releases New Single “Lose Somebody” + Official Music Video Daniel Weber of The Disparrows has released his new single “Lose Somebody” to all major platforms. The single is from his solo project that is being…
A full rich sound rises up from Carole Sylvan on her stellar “Something Goin’ On”. Every track builds off the last resulting in a collection best taken in as a singular whole. Her range on here is something to be admired for she holds absolutely nothing back. From the jaunty grooves to the slower jams,…
A true sense of soul radiates from every part of Collaborations’ “Running Out Of Tomorrows”. From the honeyed vocals to the smooth melodies the song truly inspires. The lyrics are chosen with the utmost of care for they tell an entire story and do it well. With a sound that came out of the 70s…
@skopemag news – friday – july 15, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope FINNEAS Shares New Song & Video, ‘Mona Lisa, Mona Lisa.’ Following two SOLD OUT shows at Los Angeles’ iconic Troubadour earlier this week, Academy and GRAMMY® Award-winning FINNEAS returns with a brand-new track and music video – ‘Mona Lisa,…
@skopemag news – friday – july 17, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Martha Release New Single and Video Pity-Me, UK’s finest, Martha (come on, you know who they are by now) return with a brand new 7”! The A side is called “Beat, Perpetual”. Warning: it’s catchy. The B side is…
I AM AN ENERGY. WHO IS IMANI? What do you get when you put lightning, luxury and love in a bottle! Shake it up and out comes Imani Vanzap, social media’s number number 1 Auntie. Seemingly dropped to Earth by the angels themselves, Imani began her emergence as the result of 25 years of entertainment…
Indianapolis-based heartland rock singer-songwriter Brett Wiscons sat down recently with @skopemag to talk about his fantastic new album, “Late Bloomer” (out now). @skopemag: Tell us about your new album. Brett: This album was three years in the making. It’s my most personal, vulnerable, and musically varied offering. @skopemag: How did you gather these songs together?…
@skopemag news – thursday – july 14, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope DEMS share ‘Witching Sticks’ 3D animated video DEMS present a new 3D animation video ahead of the release of ‘Witching Sticks’ on July 28th. You can pre-save the new release on your preferred streaming platform here. TOKYO GIRLS’ STYLE…
It’s an understatement to say that the last couple of years has been trying for everyone. Getting out of bed and going to work is hard enough as it is, but for the creatives of the world, there’s been an even harder fire lit beneath their soles. Some took the quarantine as a chance to…
Albert Cummings’ ten albums from the last decade are a testament to his incredible work ethic and the countless hours producing mixtures of soul-stirring country, powerful rock, moving soul, soothing blues, and distinct americana. The sounds that derive from these genres are evident in his work as he combines exhilarating instrumentals with emotionally complex lyrics.…
@skopemag news – thursday – july 14, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Tejon Street Corner Thieves release video for Long Gone feat. members of Bridge City Sinners Colorado Springs-based outlaw alt-folk group Tejon Street Corner Thieves (TSCT) recently released their new album Thick As Thieves, and have now teamed up with…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 13, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Listen to the title track from Kal Marks’ upcoming album, My Name Is Hell – Out August 5th on Exploding In Sound In early 2020, the long-standing three-piece lineup of Kal Marks dissolved. This left Carl Shane, the band’s…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 13, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Brian May joins 10cc founder Graham Gouldman to mark historic images delivered from James Webb Space Telescope with “Floating In Heaven” The most powerful telescope ever launched into space, the James Webb Space Telescope – launched December 2021 and…
Artist Brother Devonte, born Devonte Dy’shon Tremble, was born September 16, 1994 in the small town of Jackson, Tennessee; however, at the age of six months, he relocated to Cincinnati, Ohio, which he considers his hometown. After losing some close family members, he moved to Savannah, Ga in 2011. Being the youngest of eight children,…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 12, 2022 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Aussie heavy rock band FIGHT THE SUN release new single “Carnival” FIGHT THE SUN has just released their second single for 2022, “Carnival”, another heavy-hitting, brain-hooking, highway-rocking track to keep your craving for riffing anthems quenched. The band brings…
Popular Italian artist Lorenzo Gabanizza and British Rock Icon Jeff Christie Remind Us to Believe in Love Hot off the success of their first single together, “You’re Not There”, popular Italian artist Lorenzo Gabanizza and rock icon Jeff Christie will release their anticipated second single, “I Guess I Am The Only One.” To the delight…
Sometimes, the best way for us to process our emotions is to talk to a close friend. Our thoughts go around and around in our heads so much that we forget that they’re meant to be spoken aloud. It’s comforting being able to talk to someone, and I feel that same comforting feeling in the…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 12, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope THE BLACK ANGELS share new single ‘Firefly’ | New album ‘Wilderness of Mirrors’ out Sept 16 on Partisan Records Austin’s psych-rock legends will release their brand new album Wilderness of Mirrors on September 16 with Partisan Records. Today, the…
“Why Do You Lie” is the unstoppable new release from Quebec’s Jeremy Rice. Tame enough to be in the pop rock world, but rowdy enough to feel like even the chiseled, callous classic blues rockers might strut a few moves listening to it, “Why Do You Lie” unleashes an irresistible sonic escape. Rice, who’s previous…
Nick Phoenix has released a cinematic video for the song ‘Andromeda’ from his ‘Wide World’ album. The video was shot in Pasadena, CA on the historic campus of the California Institute of Technology and various locations in the Mohave Desert. Explaining about ‘Andromeda’, Phoenix says “The song is about an astronomer who dreams of visiting the Andromeda Galaxy and he designs…
“You say I’m a dreamer, but I’m doing fine,” sings Samantha Gibb on the stirring chorus of “Good Lovin’,” her latest single. And why shouldn’t she be? She’s got everything a pop musician needs: a gorgeous voice, a knack for irresistible melody, and an unshakable sense of self-possession. Samantha Gibb knows exactly who she is,…
Austin, TX based Cody Jasper is a chameleon of Rock N’ Roll – releasing music that is themed around the way he lives and shared life experiences with his fans. His bold choices show a daring to mix in different genres along with straight ahead Rock N’ Roll, including Blues and Outlaw Country. With the release of new…
George Mallas’ 2015 debut Small Reminders didn’t represent a beginning for the North Salem, NY-based songwriter but, instead, a culmination. He’s written songs since his teenage years and emerging, at long last, with a full-length album was the realization of a lifelong dream. It has unleashed further creativity. He followed Small Reminders with 2018’s unscathed, a collaboration with lyricist Melanie Berti,…
Esteemed Annie Minogue Band bring us all new single ‘real close up’ to support the release of their album ‘Suburbia’. With an in your face attitude and a gutsy back beat, this track sets us up perfectly for the rest of the album. Reminiscent of bands like The Rolling Stones, AMB have a sound that…
Energetic and spirited ‘Too sly to die’ is the perfect statement for the release of The Winter Codes new LP ‘Set The Darkness Reeling’. Starting with a full instrumental the intentions are clearly laid before us, creating a chaotic but focused track to kickstart the LP. The Irish folk/punk mix lends hand to the intentions…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 12, 2022 @ 6 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Striking Track from Ana Arts Shaped by the enigma of human life, London-based singer/songwriter Ana Arts has a voice like no other. By reviving the vocal abilities of Joni Mitchell and Jeff Buckley, she emanates with heartfelt mood, to…
– “From The Wild” is a stunning album, which feels like something coming to us from another moment in time. There is an ancestral quality to the music, which makes it incredibly deep and inspiring. What does it feel like to be a stalwart for this timeless sound in a world that’s so frantic and…
@skopemag news – monday – july 11, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Austin’s Soul, Funk Band Honey Made Releases The Austin based funk and soul band Honey Made releases their newest single “Upstairs” out now! The new song is the classic story of a cat and mouse game that interested couples…
I can tell when I hear a genuine singer/songwriter and Tyler Edwards fits the bill to a T! ‘A Falling Sky’ is the new, upcoming album from Tyler Edwards and expect high quality material and professional recordings. Tyler Edwards digs deep on the new record and pours his heart & soul into every single song.…
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Kihmy is one of those artists that, when you listen to any of their songs, you can just tell they’re putting their all into it. And her upcoming single, ‘Alone With My Pillow’, only confirms my suspicions that she definitely slots into that great category. This new song, which will be released on 13th July,…
The Yutes (Jamaican Patois Slang for “The Youth”), the brother duo composed of Chris and Santris, deftly combine their Jamaican heritage with modern trap elements into a dynamic sound with eclectic appeal. The sons of dancehall legend Mr. Lexx, The Yutes leverage an unparalleled authenticity and heightened musical sensibility to consistently push the creative envelope.…
@skopemag news – monday – july 11, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TROG Release New Single “Cosmic Parasite” TROG have revealed their disgusting new single “Cosmic Parasite” . The song is from their upcoming album Of Vomit Reborn which will be released on July 22nd, 2022. Check Out WYLD RYDE Official…
Christopher the Grey presents a flow that is pure fire, “Oh My Damn!” Hard to deny the absolute infectiousness of the rhythm, he’s able to ride the beat with ease. The layers that he sculpts have gorgeousness. Beats hit hard, punctuating the power of his words. Word choice matters because he observes his environment in…
Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix offer up a true hybrid of styles on the faded vibes of “Dead Summer.” With a slew of genres running the gamut from pop-punk to hip-hop to dance, the work has a kaleidoscopic quality. By far, the highlight comes from the insistent lyrics that rise above the rest of the…
If you have the privilege of hosting a professional music show, you need it to go off perfectly. A mistake can lead to refund requests and fewer attendees in the future. Here are some tips on how to successfully put on a professional music show. Select the Right Venue A music venue should accommodate everyone…
When I think of “Strangers in the Night”, my mind shifts immediately to the timeless number performed by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself, Frank Sinatra. The song was originally composed by Bert Kaempfert and a fun fact here is that the English lyrics were provided by Richy Snyder’s father Eddie Snyder. The 1966 classic made famous…
As soon as you hit Play, an extraordinary blend of music will hit your eardrums and will have you hooked in from the start. Working Class Hussys is fronted by multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Ian Patrick Gentles and the band is based in Central New Jersey. Jersey never sounded quite like this as Working Class Hussys…
@skopemag news – friday – july 8, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JOURNEY RELEASE NEW STUDIO ALBUM ‘FREEDOM’ On the heels of their stellar Fourth of July performance on CNN’s The Fourth in America special earlier this week, emerging from the pandemic with a supercharged new studio line-up, the release of…
