Feature stories and artist interviews
When you have a family member in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, you can’t help but be proud – especially when it’s your own father. Our heritage can give us pride and purpose and the lines of creativity that run from one generation to the next can give us roots. But it is…
@skopemag news – thursday – september 23, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope KESEM Stream New Album Post-Terra KESEM’s new album Post-Terra is streaming now exclusively at The Obelisk. The progressive, psychedelic rock album releases on the 24th September via Sentient Recordings. Album Premiere & Review: Kesem, Post-Terra AUTOKRATOR: French harrowing extreme…
Alisha Liston is a 13-year old singer, songwriter, actress and aerialist who was born and raised in Southern California. During her tween years, Alisha found it challenging to find age-appropriate music she could relate to. This inspired her to start writing and releasing music that speaks to pre-teens and the challenges of that age group.…
@skopemag news – wednesday – september 22, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BRIANNA CASTRO IS BACK WITH BRAND NEW RECORD AND VIDEO “DO IT AGAIN” “Do It Again” marks the first new music since her breakout hit “Numb”, which released in 2020 and quickly caught the attention of the masses gaining…
Connecticut-based rising Singer/Songwriter Drew Angus takes us across the country with his latest single, “My Place,” co-written with Mary Violet and co-produced with Grammy Award-winning Mikhail Pivovarov, available on all streaming platforms September 17, 2021. “My Place” features Jordan Rose, drummer for the likes of Cory Wong and Theo Katzman, and Ryan Hommel, who often…
“I hope you’ll find me worth coming back to,” sings Lila Blue on the final verse of her latest single, “Simple Song.” It’s a straightforward sentiment for sure, but the New York indie-folk singer-songwriter’s performance of the line is anything but simple. Lila Blue sounds coy and alluring, but her voice also reveals her anxiety…
@skopemag news – wednesday – september 22, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Los Angeles Indie Rock Trio CHEEKFACE Sign To Alcopop! Records For New B-Sides EP Emphatically Mo’ Alcopop! Records are delighted to announce that they have signed fast-rising Los Angeles indie rock trio Cheekface, who release their new b-sides EP…
@skopemag news – wednesday – september 22, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Skope Mag – Kygo announces Cabo festival lineup with Gryffin, Sam Feldt, Macklemore, Frank Walker, Autograf, Goldroom, Sofi Tukker, Nora En Pure, Two Feet, NoMBe and more In addition to multiple performances from Kygo including a stargazing sunset headline…
Prophet The Artist is also known as Marc Manasse born on October 25, 1998, in Mt Vernon NY, of Haitian descent. Raised in MT. Vernon, NY moving straight to Newark at the age of 10 years old. He then started rapping at the age of 15 he moved to the southward of Newark, NJ at…
Sean Booker, AKA Sean1, was born in Louisville Ky. At the age of 9yrs old he discovered music. He soon then began to start singing in the local church. As time went on his love for R&B and hip-Hop music began to flourish. At the age of 19 he soon would release what we would…
With her voice as the guiding light in the melodic darkness that surrounds her, Meghan Krauss launches into her single “This is Gonna Hurt” sounding like she’s got nothing to lose. There’s a fearlessness to her voice that’s present even when she’s lamenting the past in the opening verses, and as we get deeper in…
Shaun Johnson + the Big Band Experience tells you everything that I could summarise about this class act in the name itself. You’ve got Shaun Johnson, the Emmy award winning vocalist who shot to fame with the vocal group Tonic Sol-fa. Then you’ve got a Big Band boasting musicians who have toured with the likes…
There’s something refreshingly nostalgic about listening to Damon Mitchell. Whether it’s the hint at his Beatles influence or the Death Cab for Cutie suggestions that are sprinkled throughout his sound, Damon Mitchell discography is swimming in an unforgettable flair. His 2009 debut EP ‘Elise’ is a prime example of this, yet Damon has been refreshing…
Trip & Trap is the brand new album from Texas rapper Thoweda Rosas. Inspired by the reality of growing up on the streets, Trip & Trap sees Thoweda opening up his mind to the endless possibilities of life as he broadens his outlook past the streets. Recorded in the music capital and heart of Texas,…
@skopemag news – tuesday – september 21, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ATLANTIC RECORDS, NETFLIX & SONY PICTURES ANIMATION PRESENT “MY OWN DRUM REMIX” FT. MISSY ELLIOTT OFFICIAL VIDEO The fun dance video, directed by Evan Hara, features Tik Tok stars Enola Bedard, s.h.a.r.a.n.n., Pressley Hosbach, Lily Ketchman, and kids from…
Madrid duo The Parrots share the new single “It’s Too Late To Go To Bed,” the latest track from their upcoming album Dos, due out October 29th via Heavenly Recordings / [PIAS]. On the track, the band share: “Even though garage rock is kind of the core of all our influences, in the last few…
@skopemag news – tuesday – september 21, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Rising Rap Star Kaliib Shares New Single “Famous” Rising rapper, singer, songwriter and producer Kaliib has shared his brand-new single, “Famous”. Although only releasing music since 2018, the Denver-born, Atlanta-raised independent artist has built up an impressive discography over…
Protest music comes in all shapes and sizes – but SA’RA’s unique melding of 80s synths, varied yet undeniably catchy vocal melodies, and conscious lyrics is something which hasn’t been heard before. SA’RA CHARISMATA spans topics of mental health, racism and gender inequality through the medium of music, and her new song depicting her struggle…
The struggles we face throughout life seem to have been bottled and released all at once in the year 2020. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a bitter end to a relationship or just acting out on our emotions due to the mounting stress brought on by the Coronavirus, we learned so much…
@skopemag news – tuesday – september 21, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope INNER CODE Ebrace The Darkness With ‘Nuovi Incubi’ Nuovi Incubi (by Italian group Inner Code) is a door to the fears of tomorrow, the horrors of yesterday, that gloomy everything that is reflected and renewed in every present moment.…
When two genres of music collide, something truly unique can happen. Jarv Dee has mastered the formula of fusing hip-hop lyricism with the ethereal soundscape of house music. He stands out through consistently experimenting and curating new ways to take the mainstream to the next level. In the upcoming EP BlakHouse – his latest collaboration…
@skopemag news – monday – september 20, 2021 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Wilmah Release “Television” Music Video Debuting on multiple Spotify alternative playlists including FreshFinds: Pop, The New Alt, New Noise, and more, “Television” follows their gritty, nu-metal inspired first single “Welcome to America” which nods to Wilmah’s formative influences (Rage…
Antonio Hightie, rap moniker SLUMNATRA was born on the west side of Chicago. He took interest in music at an early age. Growing up through his teenage years, he enjoyed many genres of music, but he connected with Rap music the most. As a young adult, he felt as though there was a void in…
Mastering your craft – especially something that demands experienced songwriting, like alternative rock – can take decades. But at only 19 years old, Chris Mardini is bringing complex, self-reflective music that proves age has nothing to do with raw talent. The musician has been making waves since he was a child: covering The Beatles at…
@skopemag news – monday – september 20, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Sea Girls release video for ‘Sick’ ahead of massive UK tour next month… Following a run of massive mainstage festival performances, including Reading & Leeds Festival, TRNSMT, Neighbourhood and Latitude, this summer, Sea Girls have revealed the brand new…
@skopemag news – monday – september 20, 2021 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope KESEM premiere new video for “Drifting Through Time” KESEM premiere new video for “Drifting Through Time” “Drifting Through Time” is the new single from psychedelic, progressive outfit KESEM, landing ahead of their new album Post-Terra releasing on the 24th…
Barrett Martin imbues his jazz with a post-rock flavor on the tasteful “Stillpoint”. Playing here has a nice spirited presence to it featuring exquisite horns. Without needing to say a word a whole narrative comes into view one with such staying power. By deftly sidestepping trends, Barrett embraces a sound that has a timelessness to…
A Review Of Their New Single ‘Run Boy Pt. 2’ Without a doubt, my favorite, go-to hard rock/alternative band at the moment is ‘Not Now Norman.’ They are not only an insanely talented band as far as instrumentation goes, but have a penchant for deep, personal lyrics that strike nerve after nerve with their ever-growing…
LA-based indie-pop artist, singer/songwriter, producer and live electronic artist, Jenna Kyle, shares her debut EP, Ojos, today. The release represents a new era for Kyle, who has actively been leaving her mark as one of the 2% of female music producers in the industry. With more of a techno and world-influenced sound and English and…
1. First off, tell us a bit about yourselves. Who and what are the band we know as The Brothers Gillespie? TBG: A motley crew for sure, but that name was already taken, and since we have trouble agreeing on most things we decided the best name was the one we already had. We’re Aaron,…
Right away the first thing that hits me is Anne D’s wonderful singing voice to go along with an excellent melody on “Wouldn’t Last”. This is Anne’s latest single from her album titled ‘Two Words’ and to me it’s a BIG hit! I am hearing great-sounding guitar and vocals that shine like bright stars on…
Mixing the kerosine fueled riffs of a punk guitar and the power pop vocals of a sun kissed rock band, Chris Wilis quenches those last weeks of summer craves for hot hooks and anthemic rises in the new hit “All American”. Feverishly fun and a quick rapport, “All-American” enthusiastically tells the tale of a ‘what…
A fun and vulnerable follow-up to his collaboration with Davo Sounds, Prez Harris’ new hit “WRONG SIDE” celebrates the young artist’s freedom from difficult situations in his past. Lyrical and complex, “WRONG SIDE” doesn’t hold back as he talks about his confident resurgence, knowing that he can accomplish anything he wants if he puts his…
Like so many other great annual events, the Moon River Music Festival didn’t happen in 2020. But it’s back in Chattanooga in September ’21, it’s sold out, and Drew Holcomb – its tirelessly enthusiastic creator, organizer, and folk-rock true believer – will be taking center stage. We could tell you that Holcomb is pumped up…
@skopemag news – friday – september 17, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Mike Taveira Drops New Single “Sex for Breakfast (ft. Allie X)” Today, rising queer pop star Mike Taveira returns with his new single, “Sex for Breakfast (ft. Allie X),” from his forthcoming debut EP, ‘Cut Velvet.’ Due out in…
Matthew Schultz kicks off this side of the summer with a creatively colorful groove as this refreshing collaborative release One Wok hits the scene. The single marks a welcomed return for the producer and artist Schultz, and introduces Zolo with equal appeal. Featuring a light and breezy soundscape, somewhat tropical in tone but minimalist in…
New York City-based Singer-Songwriter, Rachel Lynn, shines in her newest single, “When You Fall In”, that just dropped today. Her first single off of her upcoming EP set to release in November, Lynn delivers jaw-dropping vocals, expertly crafted poignant, honest, and passionate lyricism that resonates throughout each note, begging for repeated listening. Expressing the notion…
@skopemag news – friday – september 17, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Venture Bros. Creator Doc Hammer & Frontwoman Ivy Jaff Launch Pageant Girls With a driving bass line and guitars that romance the room, Ivy explains that “Fair Game” is “a bittersweet song for the ages about how love just…
I am ecstatic to get the chance to review this new release by Tracy Walton because I remember him from the duo Belle of the Fall and have been a fan ever since! Tracy Walton is riding solo on this project and giving us a musical glimpse into the world of “Small Town America”. This…
Rising global singer, songwriter, dancer Tate McRae releases a new version of her hit song “that way” with Platinum-Certified singer, songwriter, producer Jeremy Zucker via RCA Records. Earlier this morning, Tate caught up live with SiriusXM Hits 1 Morning Mash-Up with Ryan, Nicole and Stan for an Exclusive HITS 1 on 1 interview and premiere…
