Feature stories and artist interviews
@skopemag news – monday – march 7, 2022 @ 9 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Hypnotic, Raw & Vulnerable // New R&B Album Cashma is an R&B artist raised in the small town of Barnesville, GA. As the only child of her black dad and white mom, Cashma grew up seeing both sides of…
Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. have enjoyed tremendous success through the years as recording artists, performers and authors. They have received 7 Grammy Awards and earned 15 gold and 3 platinum records, and enjoyed starring roles on television and stage. They have performed to sold-out concerts around the world. They are currently celebrating 40…
@skopemag news – monday – march 7, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Rock Wave Duo HERMANOS Drop New Video “Sand & Water” Rock Wave duo HERMANOS are proud to release the official video for “Sand & Water”, track taken from their album “A Different Love” which is out via Epictronic /…
@skopemag news – monday – march 7, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Euphoric alt pop duo Black Lilys return with vibrant new single, “Invisible Strings” Bright and timeless pop music that balances both strength and vulnerability throughout, Black Lilys deliver a smooth blend between Robin’s driving guitar melodies and Camille’s effortless,…
Ludlow Creek rolls on through with a country rock grace on “What About Love”. Beyond the clear references to country rock, bits of the blues, pop, and the fine singer-songwriter tradition. The colors that emerge out of the sound feels righteous, absolutely blissful to the very core of the situation. Within this sound there is…
If she were the type to storm a scene, we would be saying that breakout singer-songwriter Stacy Gabel is thundering in. But there’s just too much sunshine to say anything other than she’s shining on in triumph. Having launched her own indie label, Catch My Riff Records, this Eastern Pennsylvania native has been expanding her…
@skopemag news – monday – march 6, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Russian Invasion Forces Ukrainian Pop Star “Popyola” Into Exile… If you’re a Ukrainian that has just experienced the horrific terrorist invasion by Russia, you either stay and fight or you’re forced to flee to another country, and for a…
What I love most about Kali Indiana’s recent single ‘Probably Not’ is the track’s ability to make you laugh, make you sigh and allow you to feel totally seen all at once. This single is a complete love letter to strong women… or, as Kali Indiana puts it, it’s a “manifesto for the ladies who…
Nied’s Hotel Band features a gorgeous, communal spirit on the updated big-band bombast of “We’re Just Fine”. Optimism shines through the entirety of the track. The lyrics help to fully convey this sense of contentment. Interplay amongst the group has a lot heart to it, for they truly listen to each other. A great amount…
Living a lit life isn’t just about possessing expensive things. Sometimes, it’s got far more to do with being in the right place at the right time: catching the sunlight as it illuminates the side of the mountain, or dancing to a perfect beat, or connecting with your best friends. There are plenty of signs…
Here’s a word to add to your vocabulary: kenopsia. You may not know exactly what it is, but you’ve felt it. Kenopsia describes the eerie, uncanny feeling of empty spaces that once were crowded. Returning to a place of business after hours, exploring abandoned buildings, visiting an old school long after you’ve graduated, or just…
Hard rock, the blues, with a blast of bombast make up “Stand Up – Two Cities,” showing off the exquisite skill of Christopher Meredith in sculpting a massive sound. Everything about this track feels gigantic – from the vocals to the riffs running through, all the way to the chorus. Inspired by Charles Dicken’s classic…
@skopemag news – saturday – march 5, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Anuel AA presenta su nuevo sencillo “McGregor” El exponente de la música latina Anuel AA, presenta su nuevo tema “McGregor”. Una canción que lo regresa a sus raíces del Trap, y, además, pone en imágenes su pasión por las…
Playboi Brando aka Brandon James Thayer is a young, up-and-coming artist who is relentless on the microphone. With an aggressive approach, Playboi Brando is aiming high with his new release titled ‘The Commando Chronicles’. Playboi Brando is all set and bringing his A game, so ready…aim… FIRE! This new album is an interesting listening experience…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 4 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Morgan Harper-Jones Shares New EP ‘While You Lay Sound Asleep’ || Out Now on Play It Again Sam Today, Rochdale songwriter Morgan Harper-Jones shares her highly awaited EP While You Lay Sound Asleep (on Play It Again Sam) alongside…
The song “it’s raining outside” is a 3 min track about finding your way back to life after you have lost someone you love. It explores the depths of pain that one goes through when someone you trust leaves your side. The rain outside is a metaphor for the pain inside. The song ultimately is…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope AMELIA MOORE SHARES “MOVES,” HER NEW SINGLE After amassing over five million combined global streams with her first two singles, Amelia Moore returns with her third track, “Moves.” Her vocals glide with ease over cool, languid beats as she…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Candy Crush Addiction by Starfire Rainbow Jellybean Out Today: Wallis Bird – “The Power of a Word” from 7th studio album HANDS Irish born and Berlin based, Wallis Bird has released six albums since 2007, for which she’s won…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PLACEBO share new single ‘Happy Birthday In The Sky’ | New album ‘Never Let Me Go’ due 25 March 2022 Placebo are today sharing a brand-new single, ‘Happy Birthday In The Sky’. It is the final single that will…
Bringing Caribbean roots to mainstream hip-hop, Fresh Da Zoe is forging his own rhyme and rap flow that’s new to the scene. Raised in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, he developed a tough exterior that gives him a unique edge in lyrical storytelling. Fresh Da Zoe is precise, confrontative, and honest as he masterfully mixes trap with the…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Glass Animals-esque Full-flavoured Pop Single Scandinavian based band JANOS is a colourful, genre-bending group made up of Janos Andersson, Aksel Krystad, Håvard Haugland and Kristoffer Sakseide. Pulling elements from an amalgamation of contrasting genres, the band fuses a nostalgic,…
Whether it be waking the dead or a next door neighbor, “Illuminating Nightmares” is sure to rattle some bones and eardrums. This recent single by 3Mind Blight is a scary, good time and will have you on the edge of your seat all day and all night long. Nightmares might keep you up at night…
3Mind Blight is a one man show who is a former producer turned solo artist. 3Mind Blight is from Oklahoma and brings 15 years experience to the table as a music producer and as of 2018 is now embarking on an exciting solo career. 3Mind Blight is an international, award-winning artist, musician, producer and songwriter…
@skopemag news – friday – march 4, 2022 @ 12 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Syd Carter West Unveils New Music Video for “Venom Hurts” Vancouver-based Southern rock artist Syd Carter West has just released her newest track and accompanying video, “Venom Hurts.” The song utilizes classic roadhouse blues tunes and the raw passionate…
@skopemag news – thursday – march 3, 2022 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK RELEASE “BRING BACK THE TIME” FEATURING SALT-N-PEPA, RICK ASTLEY & EN VOGUE Co-written and co-produced by Donnie Wahlberg the song aims to uplift and inspire listeners. The song embodies the feel-good sentiment of their…
There are a lot of great music streaming services out there, but Spotify is still king. The service has a massive library of songs and playlists, it’s easy to use, and it’s affordable. If you’re looking for the best Spotify accounts to follow in 2022, here are some of our favorites. The first…
@skopemag news – thursday – march 3, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Introducing – Bo Milli shares diaristic indie-rock debut “At The Wheel”, MADE Management (Sigrid) co-produced by Odd Martin (AURORA, Sløtface) With a predisposition to self-criticise and a talent for turning that into art, Bo Milli is an essential new…
Italian composer, producer and arranger Vittorio Iuè has been working within the music industry since 1986. Pushing for the advancement of music everywhere ever since, he’s been a big name in the Italian live concert scene from the late 80s up to the early 90s, mixing various genres masterfully. Now, he’s in Los Angeles, starting…
trcy (pronounced Tracy) are 3 dope Long Island girls. They’re 90s babies, SUNY grads, and yes, they’re sisters. The name Tracy is slang for the number 3. They removed the “A” so as to set themselves apart. https://www.instagram.com/trcy.us/ Sydney, Juani, and Tyler have been singing since birth and have been performing almost as long. The…
“We hope that people find this song to be true and relatable – love is definitely one of the most important themes in country music,” states brother-sister duo Juna N Joey as they describe the inspiration behind their most recent single ‘Til Your Heart Breaks.’ Hailing from Nashville, 16-year-old Juna and 19-year-old Joey narrate the…
@skopemag news – thursday – march 3, 2022 @ 10 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope 5 SECONDS OF SUMMER UNLEASH NEW SINGLE “COMPLETE MESS” Today, multi-platinum selling pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer unveil their new single “COMPLETE MESS” via BMG – listen HERE. The anthemic single aptly balances an expansive, epic vibe with…
With a minimalistic approach to the pop scene is LNDN, an up-and-coming artist from Vancouver Island dedicated to connecting with fans through his art. Through piecing together dreamy layered harmonies that speak to the themes of living authentically, LNDN explores life’s most important lessons through the beauty of music. His easy, free-flowing vocals immerse you…
Ludlow Creek, formerly known as Southbound, re-issues debut album “Hands Of Time,” a 2021 single, “What About Love” and a brand new music video. Throughout music history, many acts have changed their names before gaining national attention. The Quarrymen, The Rattlesnakes, The Hype, Mammoth.. These local acts would eventually go on to be known as…
@skopemag news – wednesday – march 2, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PENDANT (SADDLE CREEK) DROPS NEW VIDEO & SINGLE FROM UPCOMING LP Los Angeles native Chris Adams who makes music under the moniker PENDANT (all caps) has dropped another song / video “Static Dream” from his forthcoming Saddle Creek debut…
Precision, impact, and unpredictability: these are all elements that rap artist Bruce Lii has adapted from his inspiration, martial artist Bruce Lee. He’s sharp-witted and has a deadly punch with each lyric he spits. His tough exterior comes from his unique experiences during his days hauling through the country in an 18-wheeler truck. Originality and…
Music has taken on a new meaning for today’s young people. They are influenced by music that is not straightforward or traditional. Hip hop and pop music are popular among this generation. This genre of music encompasses a wide range of styles, including rapping and other pop compositions. A number of women in this glamorous…
@skopemag news – tuesday – march 1, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Boston’s Ishan Is Not Playing Games With New Video “DND” Boston’s Ishan enhances his latest release DND with new visuals directed by Couvy and Ruscillo. The video is direct, masterfully so, whether it is scenes of Ishan rapping the…
Let’s all get down and get funky with the old-school sensibilities and new new-school vibe of Long Island’s Logan Whaley on his brand-new single “Funky Tonight” – as he drops the instantly danceable new track on Spotify and all the major music services on Friday March 4th, along with an Indiegogo campaign for a planned…
@skopemag news – tuesday – march 1, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Foals’ New Album “Life Is Yours” To Be Released On June 17th (ADA/Warner UK Ltd) On June 17th, Foals will release Life Is Yours, their highly anticipated 7th studio album via ADA/ Warner UK Ltd. Life Is Yours is…
Reggae/dancehall entertainer Yaktsa releases a captivating new single ‘Ambition’ which is now available on all digital platforms. This uplifting and encouraging track speaks to building generational wealth and how important it is to not seek validation from the public but to focus on the more valuable aspects of life. Yaksta says, “in today, as a…
