Feature stories and artist interviews
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…
@skopemag news – thursday – september 16, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jordi Up Late Shares New Single “TLQ” + First Live-Action Music Video via The Big Takeover | Single Out Now Via All DSPS LA-based pop artist Jordi Up Late shares “TLQ,” alongside her first live-action music video, premiered via…
“There’s two types of people on this earth. Those who talk about things that happen, those that make things happen. Which one are you?” – that’s the opening line to BarDaStar’s latest track, “Wishing on a Star,” and it’s clear that the rap artist is one to walk the walk. From competing in rap battles…
Indie Artist, Shreveport born, Houston raised! Started from nothing and made something, no cap in my rap! started taking the pen serious at 17/18 years old and havent stopped and wont stop, its a passion of mine, my personal therapy… open ya ears, close ya mouf, enjoy! “Big Steppa” is a message to the rest…
Equal parts vaporwave throwback and homage to the psychedelic pop cues of the early 70s, the visuals in the video for Franky Selector’s “Ice Breaker” are perhaps as endearing a feature for the release as any of the actual music is, mostly because of how loud and outrageous the colorful depiction is even when presented…
Kate Magdalena embodies the beauty of bluesy 60s folk with the lovely “Canyonlands”. The instrumental creativity within it has a splendor, pastoral in nature. A sheer force of nature at times, her voice rises above the rest of the din. Sung with such determination there is a clear-eyed gaze to the piece. Rhythms have a…
Since electronic artist Marq Electronica has a new single coming out this month, I thought it might be a good time to run through some of my favorite tracks by him. He is a versatile artist who is capable of a lot of different sounds and that is evident on the past tracks he has…
@skopemag news – wednesday – september 15, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TORONTO BAD GYAL EBHONI DEBUTS “GOODAZ,” A RESPONSE TO CAPELLA GREY’S SMASH HIT “GYALIS” Coming off the heels of her debut project, Good Dick & Weed, an offering recently included on HipHopDX’s Best R&B Albums of 2021, promising Toronto…
Former Sony Music RED President Bob Morelli is celebrating the one year anniversary of his Long Island-based “Cool is Forever Consulting LLC”. Cool is Forever Consulting specializes in big picture strategies, tactical marketing, sales initiatives, negotiating distribution and label deals with a full team providing service in digital marketing, online advertising, social media, creative, data…
One song in particular immediately stands out on Moors & McCumber’s Survival album. It asks a very spiritual question, “What Would Love Do Now.” When life gets tough, this is many times the last question on our lips. We’re more apt to ask what revenge would do, whenever we’re wronged. We might query, ‘What would…
The culture of rock and roll was born in American high schools. The earliest practitioners of rock were barely out of high school themselves, and they wrote songs that chronicled the experiences and channeled the great expectations of their audience. Rock fans were high schoolers, and their view of the world was the one you’d…
@skopemag news – wednesday – september 15, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Peter Kulich surprises with his own music video Peter Kulich is a linguist and translator, but since the age of 16 he has been dedicated to music, singing and composing his own music. He was part of various bands…
Michael Bost, also known as “S.W.A.G.G. Black from the Planet Swagola,” is an entrepreneur, executive producer, youth advocate, and founder of the S.W.A.G.G. Productions. The Acronym SWAGG, stands for “Smart, While Attaining Great Goals.” His prominence in Anti-Bullying, Anti-Violence + Anti-Drug, Anti-Obesity, Mental Health Initiatives, and a COVID-19 Community Vaccine Confidence Ambassador has earned him…
Describe the heart of your latest single and how it came to be? ‘Highway 101’ is a song about my first road trip to California at 14. The lyrics come from the feelings at that time even though the story is fictitious. The seed of truth is the trip speeding along the Pacific Ocean in…
The New EP from Elektragaaz, “The Synaesthetic Picture Show Now Playing Part 3,” hits all major musical platforms on September 14. The previous two EPs, also released by AIS Records and distributed by The Orchard, have been greeted with resounding critical praise with some reviewers going so far as to announce the EPs as contemporary…
Natalie Shay is an indie-pop artist hailing from North London. The multi-award-winning musician has established an ever-growing presence and loyal fanbase through her explosive live performances and unforgettable anthems, recognising her as one of the UK’s hottest emerging talents. Her relatable lyrics touch on love, self-discovery and the everyday experiences of a twenty-something. Combining her…
@skopemag news – tuesday – september 14, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Dawn Richard gives Second Line’s “Mornin | Streetlights” a stunning music video In April, the world was treated to Dawn Richard’s new album Second Line, hailed as a year-end contender by Entertainment Weekly, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Sound Opinions, Bandcamp,…
@skopemag news – tuesday – september 14, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Hip-hop/pop artist Graystar blasts off in ‘Back To The Future’ DeLorean in debut video “Hazy” Many of us first discover music through our earth-side families, leaning in to the influences gifted to them by association. Whether it’s classic rock…
Isn’t funny how stealing is universally undesirable unless it involves the stealing of a heart? Brian Iannucci’s single, “You Stole My Heart Away” is all about such loving thievery. However, nobody tells their young children, ‘Thou shall not steal, unless it’s a lover’s heart.’ It’s strange how language works. Iannucci’s single, however has nothing to…
Americana/folk-rock singer-songwriter Jonathan Paull Gertler sat down recently with @skopemag to talk about his music around the release of his stellar and nuanced new album, “No Fear” (out now). @skopemag: Your new album is amazing. We really love one of the singles, “I Wish I Knew.” What inspired it? Jonathan: Thanks for those incredibly kind…
No matter where you’ve grown up, leaving home is hard. If you’re lucky enough to be native to a region as pretty, friendly, and welcoming as South-eastern Wisconsin, it’s tempting to stay in the place you recognize. You might be satisfied with life as you’ve always known it. But if you choose never to chase…
FrankySelector’s “Ice Breaker” hails from his latest studio release Never Better and represents a peak moment in Selector’s career trajectory. He’s a multi-instrumental who has played music since an early age and growing up in an intensely artistic household, its focus falling on music, naturally accelerated his development. His tenure as a founding member of Montreal’s Skyjuice…
Josh Christina’s “Weekend Night In America” features a sassy, acoustic piano backing that offers a wonderful throwback to a time when piano men regularly had piano-based singles on the pop charts. Two of the most famous ones were Billy Joel and Elton John. The piano playing on Christina’s new song sounds more like John’s early…
@skopemag news – monday – september 13 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Lucie Silvas Releases “We Don’t Know We’re Living” Featuring Brandi Carlile And Joy Oladokun On Friday, September 10, Lucie Silvas released the single, “We Don’t Know We’re Living” featuring Brandi Carlile and Joy Oladkun. Co- written with K.S. Rhoads…
@skopemag news – monday – september 13, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ICYMI: Alt-pop femme fatale Cami Petyn shares fiery single “Psycho Bitch” LA based alt-pop songstress Cami Petyn released her new single and video “Psycho Bitch” on Friday, September 10th. This song is exemplary of her heartfelt but sharp edged…
@skopemag news – monday – september 13, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ‘Take Me To The Moon’ – Yona Marie “Take Me To The Moon” is the latest single from singer, writer, and producer Yona Marie. Her character in this playful track considers multiple devious approaches that will increase her net…
Dedicated fans of Shiragirl know: she’s always going to speak her mind, and she’s always going to act on behalf of the things she believes in. Nobody told Shiragirl to show up at the Warped Tour in the early ’00s and create a makeshift stage for female punk performers — but she saw a woeful…
MC Beezy calls himself the voice of Houston and it’s evident that the singer and rap artist has a lot to say. Coming from a city that has provided such an impactful rap infrastructure with talent like that of Slim Thug, Scarface, and Trae the Truth, Beezy is standing on his own by creating a…
@skopemag news – sunday – septmber 12, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TAY B RELEASES NEW SINGLE “RICH ALL MY LIFE” FEATURING LIL BABY The track finds the Detroit MC confident and full of swagger as he spits a silky flow about his wealth over memorable melodies and bumping bass. In…
“There Are No Words” is the enchanting single from folk singer Kitty Donohoe. A stunning song that runs parallel to the 20th anniversary of the September 11 tragedies, “There Are No Words” dances along like an ethereal sonic journey. Donohoe’s magical vocal prowess, sewn together with the intricate Irish music bed, caresses the listener like a…
A nice blast of rustic Americana, MoeDeLL sings with soul on “Ain’t That Something”. These vignettes have a lived-in grace to them. By having the rest of the band perfectly punctuate the power of his words, he creates an entire universe that has a raw grit to it. Guitar work is expressive as the phrases…
@skopemag news – friday – september 10, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BROTHERS IN ARMS RELEASE THE SECOND SINGLE AND VIDEO FROM THEIR FORTHCOMING DEBUT ALBUM SUNSET AND CLARK Brothers In Arms is the brainchild of guitarist/composer Jack Frost (Savatage, Seven Witches, Lizzy Borden, etc…), who along with several recruited iconic…
