Feature stories and artist interviews
@skopemag news – friday – august 13, 2021 @ 9 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CULT BURIAL stream “Parasite” CULT BURIAL is now streaming their song “Parasite”. The song is set to be released tomorrow on all streaming platforms and is from their upcoming EP Oblivion. SAIL RELEASE NEW SINGLE FLOOD UK progressive sludge…
Being vulnerable and wearing your heart on your sleeve doesn’t come easy. It’s even more difficult when you have to be vulnerable and honest with a loved one or significant other. If there’s one artist who understands that, it’s Jerrica White. The D.C.-born, Virginia-raised singer has been in and out of the music world for…
@skopemag news – friday – august 13, 2021 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope B Leafs, Skyzoo, Jay Royale – Do Believe [Audio] Boston producer and engineer B Leafs is currently in preparation to release his next all-star second album [TBD]. “Do Believe” is the first song, and Brooklynite Skyzoo is spilling all…
Electric Peace’s “Hate Is A Special Feeling” begins with a dirty electric guitar riff, before an ominous, scratchy vocal comes in. It sounds like a psychedelic workout from the ‘60s, even though it’s a 2021 single. Nevertheless, this song seems to want to recreate music from the psychedelic era for today’s listeners. Sonically, this song’s…
Singer/songwriter, guitarist, and New Yorker Mike Fuller spent much of the pandemic like many of us– floating in existential dread, contemplating life and his future. With so many songs written, he now had the time and felt the drive to bring them to life on record. He found a theme in three of his songs:…
@skopemag news – thursday – august 12, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Farrah faces her fears with new single ‘Night Light’ ‘Night Light’ is the title track from Farrah’s debut EP which explores themes around mental health, self-acceptance, and stepping out of one’s comfort zone. Inspired quite literally by Farrah’s fear…
Following on from the success of previous single ‘Don’t Hit My Line’, British singer-songwriter Aluna continues on her streak with the brand new house track ‘Summer of Love’, released via Higher Ground. Spoiling listeners with a fresh ensemble of electronic-fueled sounds, ‘Summer of Love’ is just what we need to tie us through the remainder…
Isaac Krapf goes for an intensity with his hard rocking rhythms. Beyond the sound’s wild, unhinged groove the lyrics pierce the very soul. Volume stuns as there are elements of shoegaze, noise rock, and space rock with hints of psychedelic added in for good measure. The approach has a compact, consistent tact for he goes…
With every passing single, Greg Hoy keeps stepping up his game to unreachable levels. For the past 15 years, from being an impressive singer-songwriter to being his own recording engineer, he’s seen and done it all. Hoy rocks every stage he steps onto, and over the past year, he’s stepped into the spotlight as a…
Canadian country artist Nicole Sumerlyn is pleased to share her summer single – “Floatin’” – which is currently available on all digital streaming platforms along with an official music video on YouTube. As the second single of 2021 for the North Vancouver-based artist, “Floatin’” is Sumerlyn’s first musical release with acclaimed producer Mitch Merrett (Tyler…
@skopemag news – thursday – august 12, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope R&B-jazz guitarist Adam Hawley certain to stay on top with “Risin’ Up” Dropping his third album two weeks prior to last year’s stay-at-home order due to the COVID-19 pandemic didn’t halt guitarist Adam Hawley’s remarkable chart domination. His R&B-jazz…
Jon Roniger and The Good For Nothin’ Band chose one of the strangest times to release a live album. This 11-track release comes out right at the end of a pandemic, a time when there was little to no live music being performed anywhere. This exceptional band, though, is an exception to that rule, as…
The Berlin-based artist, DJ and producer BOYS NOIZE (Alex Ridha) announces the release “Nude” via his imprint BoysNoize Records. BOYS NOIZE’s tear-out run of collaborative singles will continue with (+)side “Nude”, this time partnering up with Estonian avant-gardist TOMMY CASH. A synapse-flooding contrasting climax of soaring euphoria, “Nude” combines lighters-in-the-air, peak rave-era pads (think Orbital…
Emerging pop artist Molly Moore has released her new single “Do They?,” the first release from her forthcoming project expected later this year. Capturing Molly’s intoxicating energy, “Do They?” blurs the lines of genre, creating a multi-layered house party atmosphere as sultry brass blasts, hypnotic bass, and synth grooves blister the mix. Co-written by Larzz…
Today, critically acclaimed trailblazer UPSAHL releases her new single “Time of my Life,” an introspective anthem off her debut album due out this October on Arista Records. The pensive track’s melodic hook and punchy chorus put UPSAHL’s addictive sound and songwriting prowess front and center. Directed by George Gallardo Kattah, the playful video juxtaposes…
@skopemag news – wednesday – august 11, 2021 @ 9 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JOHNNY ORLANDO UNLEASHES MELODIC POP SMASH “DAYDREAM” Described by Orlando as having “an ever so slightly 80s vibe with a 2021 edge and feel,” “Daydream” features the pop-star’s signature effortless and charming vocals paired alongside an upbeat and infectious…
LA-based Alt-Pop artist L E A is proud to debut her new single “Pebbles”, out everywhere now. “Pebbles” is about opening your heart up after years of being so emotionally unavailable. It starts out with the idea of just knocking on someone’s window, being like “hey I’m ready to date again” to “actually, I have…
London-based singer-songwriter Indira May has unveiled her new single ‘Mama Said’, out on Friday 30th July. A touching, soul-drenched ballad, ‘Mama Said’ sees Indira tap into her trademark soul-and-jazz-infused sound as she draws inspiration from the life lessons imbued by her mother. It marks her fourth single release of 2021, following on from seductive ballad…
Christian rock, that rocks! A Christian rock band on a mission to spread the word with rocking melodies, and positive lyrics, coming from a place deep, within their hearts, and led by the Holy Spirit. “On the way to the promise land” is a song and an EP inspired by “the good book,” and has…
@skopemag news – wednesday – august 11, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope KAITLYN AURELIA SMITH & EMILE MOSSERI ANNOUNCE DEBUT PROJECT Today, composer, performer and producer Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith and Academy Award-nominated producer, singer and composer Emile Mosseri have released their first joint single “Log In Your Fire” with the official…
In every way but one, the group that Roger Jaeger has assembled to play the live version of his latest single, “It’s My Time,” will seem familiar. He’s got a drummer to lay down a steady groove, a pianist who supports the song with broad, ringing, resonant chords, and an acoustic guitarist who harmonizes beautifully…
@skopemag news – wednesday – august 11, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PHIL MADELEY shares contemplative new effort ‘This Time’ | out August 11th Steeped in his trademark indie tendencies, Brummy sensation Phil Madeley returns with contemplative new effort ‘This Time’, set for release August 11th. His first material since acclaimed…
Tom Tikka & The Missing Hubcaps offer a passionate, timeless performance with “Heart’s On Fire”. He’s a true old soul for the way that the song evolves features a great degree of care, as he makes sure that patience is of the essence. Every detail matters as it filters on into the fray. By allowing…
@skopemag news – wednesday – august 11, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TEE GRIZZLEY ANNOUNCES “BUILT FOR WHATEVER” TOUR ALONGSIDE JACKBOY Today, Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley announces his latest tour named after his critically-acclaimed Built For Whatever album released earlier this year. Opening for Tee on the tour will be Florida…
Fluid lays down incredible grooves on the raw G-funk of “Right There”. Doing the west coast rap with ease, there is a playfulness and swagger to the whole of the track. Bass here stuns for the deep-set roll of the rhythm further adds to the atmosphere. Best of all though is his delivery. Unhurried and…
Crystal McGrath has performed all over the world. Supporting Canadian country legends such as George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett, McGrath has proven that her stage presence is just as powerful as her songwriting. Crystal is an advocate for women’s empowerment and wants women to feel that they can go after any goal that they hope…
@skopemag news – tuesday – august 10, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Dharma Worldwide releases third installment in annual Sounds of Summer compilation series Marking the third instalment of Dharma Worldwide’s Sounds of Summer series, a compilation of both fresh faces and label mainstays grace the tracklist of the bright, driving…
Up and coming R&B artist, Bemendé, has just dropped a stellar new project titled ‘FTSH.’ It is filled to the tipping point with scorching slow jams and torchy mood music. Inspired by her tumultuous experiences with different men throughout her life, Bemendé’s latest effort plays like a journal set to music. Her ability to fuse the aura of her stories with…
Fast-rising Irish rapper Malaki shares his latest single ‘Head Highs’, taken from his forthcoming EP ‘DFTTYM’ (Don’t Forget To Take Your Medicine) coming this August. The follow-up to his powerful offering ‘The Riddler’, the young Dubliner takes a more mellow approach on ‘Head Highs’ as he details the sensual moments that come from love and…
Americana/folk singer-songwriter Ro Myra sat down recently with @skopemag to talk about her music around the release of her magical, compelling new album, “Nowhere, Nebraska” (out now). @skopemag: Your new album is amazing. We really love one of the singles, “Irene.” What inspired it and why did you write it? Ro: I didn’t have any…
@skopemag news – tuesday – august 10, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Absolutely Free Shares New Video / Single “Interface” from new LP due Sept. 24 Absolutely Free moves one step closer into digital arcadia with “Interface” – the second prismatic excerpt from the long-anticipated sophomore album, Aftertouch – out September…
A lot of creative people draw from different aspects of life when they’re looking for inspiration. Sometimes they’re inspired by someone else’s work, or they’re inspired by the world around us and want to be more involved. If there’s an artist who knows about that, it’s Staunch Moderates. Staunch Moderate is a movement founded by…
Listening to Start by Yosuke Nagayama is like a breath of fresh air for straight ahead jazz fans because it feels like a relic from another time. It’s an acoustic jazz set, with piano as the primary melodic instrument. It ‘starts,’ appropriately enough, with the album’s title cut, “Start.” The rhythm for this one, bounces…
@skopemag news – monday – august 9, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JEFFREY NOTHING “The Outage” Music JEFFREY NOTHING, former vocalist of industrial metal band MUSHROOMHEAD, has released the official music video for his newest single, “The Outage.” The video has already been posted by 60+ music blogs and viewed over…
Jungles are misunderstood. They’re places of danger, certainly — there are wild creatures there, and conditions can be pretty extreme. But jungles also contain wonders: fascinating sights, beautiful inhabitants, the quick pulse of life lived at the edge of excitement. In the jungle, no one is ever bored. When Triple Island describes their native Flatbush…
Izzie’s Caravan has a hard-hitting power behind it with “A Beautiful Nightmare”. The bluesy aspect of it helps to give it a timeless quality behind it. His voice goes for a lived-in presence about it. Words are chosen with care, for every single element glistens. Guitar work features a great subtle element to it, for…
@skopemag news – sunday – august 8, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Justin Nozuka Shares “Nova” Video Via Flaunt, 2 New Singles “Nova” + “Closer” Singles Out Today Via post 1988/Blackbox Today, Justin Nozuka shares two brand new singles – the A side “Nova” paired with B side “Closer” via Flaunt.…
Electric Peace is proving they are a force to be reckoned with. Their latest EP ‘Hate Is A Special Feeling’ is an explosion of energy and is an effortless evolution for the group as they hone in on a specific sound we saw in their debut ‘Kill For Your Love’. Whilst the group aren’t fussed…
With the current climate being the testing waters that it is, it’s high time we had a reminder to spread some love and lend a hand. Well, Carla Marie McKrell and Joe Vulpis have penned the powerful hit ‘Now’s The Time’ with exactly that at its heart. Whilst Carla Maria McKrell’s passion pours out in…
@skopemag news – friday – august 6, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BINO RIDEAUX RELEASES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO “CREEPIN” FEATURING BLUEBUCKS CLAN & MUSTARD Continuing to hold down the West Coast in 2021, rising Los Angeles rapper, singer, and producer Bino Rideaux drops a new single entitled “Creepin” [feat. BlueBucks…
