Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

In a Garage Band? 4 Additions to Add Comfort to Your Practice Space

Some of the best ways to enjoy homemade music include forming a garage band. With minimal cost and effort, you can arrange a garage space to accommodate a band of musical performers and their equipment for fun. This is also a place where you can practice for community performances. Make your garage more suitable for…

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 11 pm est

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Country star Tyler Joe Miller reveals dynamic new single, and fuels a little fire with, ‘Wild As Her’ Post Punk/Border Rock Acclaimed Producer The Slashes are a three-piece Post Punk, Border Goth band from San Diego. Band members include…

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 2 pm est

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Vic Mensa drops new four song ‘Vino Valentino’ EP Chicago rapper, actor, and activist Vic Mensa has shared a surprise four song EP for Valentine’s Day. Though perhaps best known for his incisive political insights and adept mic skills,…

Briannagh D feat. Jadakiss Presents “Run My Check”

As someone who has professionally experienced all walks of entertainment – from singing and dancing to playing piano and acting – 20-year-old Briannagh D. has talent and experience far beyond her years. Briannagh released her debut “American Fab Kid” from her home in New Jersey in 2013, at just 12 years old. Since then, she…

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 12 pm est

@skopemag news – monday – february 14, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LANDON LLOYD MILLER – Releases Upbeat Third Solo Single: “Feel It Again” A letter of hope to Landon’s dear friend, endearingly known as “Toups” (or even sometimes as “Tipsy Topsy Turvy Toupsy Poopsy” as Landon humorously introduces us in…

New Video By Miss Storm “Quicksand”

“How much more suffering are we going to take?,” asks rapper and singer Miss Storm in the fiery first verse of “Quicksand,” her latest single and call to action. The exasperation in her voice is evident — but so is her determination. She’s speaking for millions who are distraught about the epidemic of state violence…

Status Foe Sounds Fresh In Upcoming Album ‘Falling Awake’

Status Foe has perhaps the most unique sound you will come across in a while. As they blur together branches from hard rock, grunge, prog and southern rock, they sculpt a sound specific to them. The mixing of vocalist Colby Homes, drummer Chad Prifogle, guitarist Larry Anderson and bassist Warren Kost must be one in…

Why You Should Use an Efficient Microphone to Record Your Music

It’s no secret that the quality of your music recording is hugely important. If you want to make a good impression on your listeners, you need to have high-quality audio. One of the most important factors in recording quality audio is using a good microphone. Here’re some reasons why you should use an efficient microphone…

@skopemag news – sunday – february 13, 2022 @ 12 pm est

@skopemag news – sunday – february 13, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Amorie Offers Up Glistening Alt-pop Track ‘Goddess’ Ahead of Debut Album The track came to fruition while working with long-distance producing partner Patrick Perez, as Amorie recalled a beat he shared with her when they began working together 5…

Julius Sumner Miller Presents “Leave The Key”

Darren Ollinger, frontman of incendiary punk band Julius Sumner Miller, feels the heat. In the first verse of “Leave The Key,” their latest single, he imagines setting himself on fire. “A whole world of tears,” he barks, “could not douse out these flames.” In keeping with the sentiment of his rapid-fire lyrics, Ollinger sings like…

Psyclo Presents New Track ‘I’m Not Lovesick’

Psyclo pours her heart and soul into the confessional style of “I’m Not Lovesick”. Everything here features its own sense of peace behind it. The production value adds to the work’s intimacy seems to radiate from every possible angle. Firmly rooted in hip-hop, elements of pop, alternative rock, the blues, and soul further flesh out…

KING NIKEH: From Nothing To Today’s Successful Music Artist

King Nikeh was born in Sierra Leone, West Africa, but grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. He grew up with a single mother, and seeing her struggle inspired him to be more ambitious. Working hard every day, he realizes that he never wants to be in that position again. King Nikeh has loved music since he…

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 1 pm est

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Scott Metzger Shares “Waltz For Beverly” Today, Scott Metzger shares “Waltz For Beverly” the second single and video from his debut album, Too Close To Reason, due March 4 on Royal Potato Family. One of the more languid and…

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 12 pm est

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ALTO ARC (ISAMAYA FFRENCH, GEORGE CLARKE (DEAFHEAVEN), DANNY L HARLE, TRAYER TRYON (HUNDRED WATERS)) RELEASE EP ALTO ARC, a band consisting of world renowned make-up artist Isamaya Ffrench, Deafheaven’s George Clarke, experimental producer Danny L Harle and Trayer Tryon…

KEE BEEZ releases new video for ‘ZONE2ZONE’

Kee Beez, a/k/a Markee Webb, is an artist from Richmond, CA. Ever since he was a teen, he always knew there was something extraordinary about life. “Although the world issues weren’t hidden away from me, I still found out its truth, that I can make it in this world with persistency and follow through. The…

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 9 am est

@skopemag news – friday – february 11, 2022 @ 9 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Michael Veitch’s “Valentine’s Day” Favorite songs on “Wachtraum” include “August Nights,” which has a “Beach Boys” vibe. “April Fools,” co-written with Judy Kass, deals with delusional thinking. “Happy Fourth of July” recalls leaders and peace activists we’ve lost since…

Goldthread Presents “Tiffany Skylight”

During the coronavirus quarantine in spring 2020, Kaylene and Lauren of the band Keys and Corridors decided to change their name to Goldthread. Reflecting on two years of writing hits from Akron, Ohio, the group felt they had outgrown their original band name, wanting to embrace a new chapter that better aligned with their empowering…

“THE ONE” a New Film from Director Sarah Martin to Premiere at Bellmore Movies Thursday, March 10th

This March, accomplished independent film Director/Producer Sarah Martin and her film company Silent Envy Productions will premiere the brand new thriller, “The One” at the historic Bellmore Movies (222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710). The feature will debut Thursday, March 10th at 7:00PM, preceded by a step and repeat red carpet – complete with giveaways…

Rocker Greg Hoy Set to Fill The Void That Neil Young Left on Spotify

“Old Man and The Cinnamon Girl”, the new EP of Neil Young cover songs as performed by Singer/Songwriter Greg Hoy is now available on Bandcamp, Spotify and all the major services. LISTEN: Bandcamp Spotify “The fervor over Neil Young’s removal of his music from Spotify inspired me to help other listeners that still want to…

Redecorating Your Music Venue? 4 Pieces to Add for a Unique Atmosphere

Music lovers come to a music venue not only to listen to great music but to enjoy an entertainment experience they will never forget. You should give them the experience by decorating your music venue with unique effects that add the wow factor to the experience of your audience. Lighting Use lighting to enhance the…

@skopemag news – thursday – february 10, 2022 @ 12 pm est

@skopemag news – thursday – february 10, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope MULTI-PLATINUM SINGER-SONGWRITER VANCE JOY UNVEILS “DON’T FADE” – PREVIEWING FRESH NEW SOUND OF FORTHCOMING ALBUM Vance Joy says, “I wrote ‘Don’t Fade’ with my friend and frequent songwriting partner Dave Bassett toward the end of 2019. It came as…

Little Muddy Release ‘Chain Link’ LP

If you’ve been in need of smooth listening, you can’t miss Little Muddy’s latest album Chain Link. The sixth album from the San Francisco based instrumental group effortlessly shows off the groups talents. Headed by master guitarist Rich Goldstein, Little Muddy takes new form on Chain Link. In the process of seeing where he could…

‘Back Home in Ontario’ by SONIK (feat. The Sonic Memes)

Big guitars, bigger harmonies, the constant sense of urgency coming off of The Sonic Memes’ collective wallop; in the new single “Back Home in Ontario” by SONIK, there isn’t as much focus on contemporary trends as there is the foundational elements that made rock music so exciting in the first place, and for purists like…

@skopemag news – thursday – february 10, 2022 @ 10 am est

@skopemag news – thursday – february 10, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Ben Marc shares “Sometimes Slow” from forthcoming ‘Glass Effect’ LP London-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Ben Marc has shared another single from his forthcoming Glass Effect album (out this Spring from Innovative Leisure). “Sometimes Slow” pairs a virtuosic skittering drum…

Go to Space Die’s ‘Red Air Don’t Care’ LP

Go to Space Die’s Red Air Don’t Care boasts eight songs with the, unusual for the genre, distinction of being smart and emotional. It’s an “one-man-band” side project for longtime Murder by Death drummer Dagan Thogerson, but don’t confuse that classification for it being some sort of throwaway amusement. I knew after hearing this for the first…

New Video By Flume feat. MAY-A “Say Nothing”

Capturing the free-spirited nature of electronic music and bringing it to the mainstream is an incredible feat. With hypnotic, abstract compositions like “Never Be Like You” and “You & Me,” Australian musician, DJ, and record producer Flume brought the feeling of wanderlust to people around the globe. Flume’s talent knows no bounds, as he builds…

@skopemag news – wednesday – february 9, 2022 @ 12 pm est

@skopemag news – wednesday – february 9, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ICYMI: THE GOA EXPRESS share anthemic new single “Everybody in the UK” | UK tour and festival dates upcoming THE GOA EXPRESS today share their anthemic new single “Everybody In The UK”, a melodic call-to-arms for togetherness in a…

How to Set Up an At-Home Music Studio

If you want to be an excellent musician, you need to practice. The best way to get many hours of practice every week is to set up a home studio. It’s where you can make your own music, creating the type of beats you love. You can record your own songs and share them with…

The Pirate announces debut music video ‘Suavecito Mami’

The Pirate tends to stand out from what’s considered trending these days. His latest track, Suavecito Mami is definitely a track everyone can feel and relate to. The Pirate mixes his sharp sensible lyrics alongside the melodies to create the perfect track to vibe. • 74,000+ streams on Spotify! • 84,000+ views on VEVO! Powered…

@skopemag news – wednesday – february 9, 2022 @ 10 am est

@skopemag news – wednesday – february 9, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PUSHA T RELEASES OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED NEW SINGLE “DIET COKE” [Video] Peja (Slums Attack) ft. M-Dot – Next Level prod. by Magiera (Cuts by DVJ.Rink) Boston emcee M-Dot keeps the momentum at a fever pitch dropping off yet…

@skopemag news – tuesday – february 8, 2022 @ 5 pm est

@skopemag news – tuesday – february 8, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CROSS THE TRACKS ANNOUNCE SECOND-WAVE OF NAMES Following a sell-out festival in 2021 and after releasing its first line-up towards the end of last year, today – 8th February 2022 – jazz, funk, soul, and dance cornucopia Cross The…

@skopemag news – tuesday – february 8, 2022 @ 5 pm est

@skopemag news – tuesday – february 8, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PERTH SINGER/SONGWRITER, HELEN SHANAHAN DELIGHTS WITH NEW SINGLE ‘CANVAS’, Helen’s third studio album, Canvas is a glorious collection of songs, you can really hear how she’s developed and grown further in her craft; previous single and album opener Deer…

@skopemag Q&A Featuring Dave Hedeman

1 First off, tell us a bit about yourself. Who is and what is the band we know as Dave Hedeman and The Gone Ghosts? Dave Hedeman and the Gone Ghosts are an Alt-Country / American Rock band from Carrboro, NC. The band consists of Scott Jones on Drums, Dillon Partin on Bass, Justin Bowlin…

‘Folds of Time’ from Mumex Trio

Jazz is the most violent genre of music there is, and you needn’t take much more than a cursory look at some of its finest works to appreciate what I mean. Although there are moments of true solitude to be found between the bursts of energy comprising the new experimental jazz record Folds of Time from Mumex…

New Video By Geno Marriott “Take The Time; Smell The Roses”

Can an instrumental piece tell a story? Can it give lessons and guidance; can it console, uplift, and speak, eloquently, about the human condition? In the hands of a master like Geno Marriott, it certainly can. Marriott spins tales with his soprano saxophone — each solo, each phrase, and each release is a complete thought,…

Geoff Bradford Going Outside The Box with ‘Seven Fat Years’

If you’re looking for something completely different, then look no further because Geoff Bradford has got you covered with his new release titled ‘Seven Fat Years’. This is Geoff’s second EP with ‘Texas Psychedelic’ being his first back in February, 2021. Geoff Bradford is taking Psych Rock to a whole new level adding his own…

Gabi Ammirato Comes Correct with Stunning ‘Metamorphosis’

Gabi Ammirato is a multi-talented artist with a hot, new release titled ‘Metamorphosis’. As a singer/songwriter, dancer, choreographer and photographer, Gabi Ammirato has many talents and making sweet music is definitely one of them. ‘Metamorphosis’ sounds like a chart-topper to me and loaded with charming songs that will excite the masses. With a love for…

Zaano To Release Debut Single From Much-Anticipated Forthcoming EP The Salton Sea

Featuring Multi-Instrumentalist Brandon Zano, Cold’s Lindsay Manfredi, Ex-Downplay’s Brett Weir, Nebula’s Tom Davis & More, “I Do What I Want” Embodies A Sexy, Desert-Inspired Vibe Nearly two years since the release of his critically-acclaimed, all-star, Pandemic benefit track “It’s Gonna Be Okay,” renowned artist Brandon Zano and his alt rock band Zaano are unveiling the…

@skopemag news – monday – february 7, 2022 @ 11 pm est

@skopemag news – monday – february 7, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BIG KILL Share Debut Mixtape BIG KILL FUTURE, Read Exclusive Q&A with PAPER, Reviews by Wonderland, UTR, Popwrapped & EARMILK After much anticipation, Vancouver’s hyperpop duo BIG KILL (Cayne Mckenzie and Andrew Huculiak) share their debut mixtape BIG KILL…