Feature stories and artist interviews
Soul is so much more than a genre, or even a sound. It’s an identity that takes many working parts to completely develop and connect with, and in his new single “It’s a Feeling,” RockLee personifies it better than most any non-singing musician I’ve heard this year has. He isn’t completely without a voice in…
“I was stoked to realize that whatever I was saying, I was incredibly comfortable and had a surge of adrenaline come from within while performing.” These are the words of the immensely impressive artist making waves in the scene right now – Don Esco. You can feel this in his music. He records as if…
@skopemag news – thursday – july 22, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope “periergo” by mynameisleonidas. Fresh off of being named one of Pigeons & Planes’ Best New Artists of June, and after arriving out of thin air with his signing to the respected Parisian label Kitsuné earlier this year, mynameisleonidas has…
Multi-platinum selling and chart-topping recording artist Normani returns with “Wild Side” featuring Cardi B. The track drops alongside a jaw-dropping Tanu Muino-directed visual (recently directed Cardi B’s “Up”) choreographed by the renowned Sean Bankhead, who also choreographed Normani’s “Motivation” video – an iconic visual ode to the late 90s-early 2000s – and her MTV VMAs…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 21, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope She Drew The Gun shares new single ‘Class War (How Much)’ today, watch the video here Known for being a powerful socialist, feminist, and proud working class scouser, ‘Class War (How Much)’ summarises what many of the nation are…
Sizzla is one of Jamaica’s most unrivalled musical talents, producing classic albums like Black Woman and Child, Praise Ye Jah, Good Ways and many more. Now the musical titan is back with another body of work. This exciting new single titled “Crown on Your Head” available on all streaming platforms, is a word of advice…
“Hate Me Love Me” Epitomizes The Band’s More Evolved Sound After an 18-year hiatus, hard rockers Lifer surprised fans last year when they reemerged with three new songs that even Lead Vocalist Nick Coyle said was a “surreal experience.” Now, the recently-reunited band is back with a fourth track that will be part of a…
Some artists charge out of the gate with their sound cemented, their big ideas all set to go live. Emo-rap – or “Soundcloud rap” – as a genre makes it easy for artists to dip their toes in the water, to test-market a persona and style. Not LA-Pennsylvania rapper LBM, a.k.a. Lil Big Medium; he…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 21, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Chicago-based art-rock project Alicia Walter to release new album Having already gained enormous notoriety as the lead singer behind the Chicago-based art-rock outfit Oshwa, singer and songwriter Alicia Walter has now announced her plans for her first solo studio…
I’m not sure how many people, at this point, are aware of Bruce T. Carroll’s songwriting abilities, but after hearing “Nobody Knows”, I am certain that many more people will know just who Bruce T. Carroll is. Bruce actually wrote this new song while driving around the country, so literally many miles put in toward…
It takes considerable daring to include an outright progressive track near ten minutes in length, a doo wop song colliding with some classical, and a heartland rocker on a single album. Joe Piket doesn’t care. He goes a step further with the eight track release entitled Everything is Different. The album opener “Now I Have Everything”…
In comparison to the overwhelming success and hectic schedule of S Club’s glory days, Jo O’Meara has kept a relatively low profile in recent years. But when your voice and classic hits have soundtracked so many important moments in people’s lives, fans aren’t going to forget about you. And that was proven when Jo recently…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 20, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Insomnium Releases New Single and Video For “The Antagonist” “When the Corona outbreak forced us to cancel all the tours and shows, we pretty soon adopted a mindset that we better do something and keep ourselves in motion. We…
Ronnie James Dio has been acknowledged as one of the pre-eminent voices in heavy metal music. Recognized for both his talent and his kindness, he experienced the rare feat of fronting not one, but three, of the world’s most popular, multi-platinum-selling hard rock bands. When Dio lost his battle with gastric cancer in 2010, leaving…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 20, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope La Bonte throws some shade on new single “American Dance Bands” Today La Bonte shares his second single / video, “American Dance Bands.” The song will appear on his debut LP, Don’t Let This Define Me, out on the…
“Time goes by so fast when you’re having fun” may be a cliche, yet we all know it to be true. New York-based singer-songwriter Kenny Fame has released a summer-fuelled single with this heartfelt message at its core. It’s safe to say that this statement can be proven when listening through his diverse discography; time…
Brad Byrd is known for his heartfelt lyrics and mesmerising melodies. His sound swirls with an effortless, acoustic air and makes even the greyest of days seem wistful. His self-professed soulful cinematic sound has reached new heights in his latest EP ‘Where Were You When The World Stopped’ This EP is an incredible manifestation of…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 20, 2021 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope MULTI-FACETED ARTIST DAVID ARKENSTONE SHARES OPTIMISTIC MODERN CLASSICAL WORK “EMERGENCE” AVAILABLE NOW ON NEO PACIFICA RECORDINGS David Arkenstone, a multi-faceted musician with four Grammy nominations and over 60 album releases— including 22 that have reached the Top 10 of…
Bursting back onto the scene with an exquisitely addictive new single and expertly combining an empowered attitude with bold lyricism, 21-year old pop sensation Christelle shines with immaculately bright and catchy production / hooks in her newest single, “Ridiculous”. – https://open.spotify.com/track/4lDdJBB5kLiPzj8GXijFhv Pulling influences from multiple genres, the London-based, now residing in Boston artist is a…
Single after single, Pennan Brae keeps perfecting his unique formula – now, he’s back again with another retro-cool lyric video. The Vancouver rocker continuously pulls inspiration from the ’70s and ’80s, which can be heard throughout his impressive discography. ‘Weed & Whisky Women’ kicks off Pennan’s 9th album, ‘Cinema’, released on June 25th, 2021. The…
“Redbud Road” by Dan Ashley has the potential of being one of the defining songs in his entire discography. It perfectly captures what the artist represents. He’s a man made of stories and wanting to spread positivity wherever he can. It’s not an easy feat in a world that becomes as increasingly jaded but in…
Recorded in Nashville at Warner/Chappell with The Aquaducks, singer/songwriter Kara Frazier’s new single “I Wanna Be Your Woman” tells a story of fated love. Stream below: https://karafraziermusic.fanlink.to/IWBYW With elements of 50’s/60’s blues and soul, live strings and horns, the song showcases Frazier’s timeless vocals and draws inspiration from legends like Etta James and Sharon Jones…
@skopemag news – monday – july 19, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BTS AND YOUTUBE ANNOUNCE PERMISSION TO DANCE CHALLENGE BTS is inviting the world to dance along with them to their new track, “Permission to Dance,” for the first-ever worldwide dance challenge on YouTube Shorts, following its global expansion. Starting…
Multi-hyphenate Miles continues to blaze his own way with his unique blend of hip-hop vocabulary with impactful pop melodies. Fusing bad boy charm with boundless ambition, the ‘Golden’ video sees Miles combine earth-shaking bass and blood pounding vocals with his self-assured swagger, all set to catapult the rising star into the cosmos. Miles has already…
KEANA confides, “it speaks about wanting to be transported to another world where life stresses and fear do not exist. It is inspired by a dream I had one night I believe when I was living in Boston at the time. In this dream I heard this voice speaking to me. I felt that it…
@skopemag news – monday – july 19, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ICYMI- The Tin Can Collective’s new album, ‘Axiomatic Alarm Clock’ is HERE! The Tin Can Collective, a Long Island based melodic, emo punk band have released their fourth album, Axiomatic Alarm Clock! Always earnest and full of intent, the…
Most of us often find ourselves living somewhere between intense nostalgia for the past and unbridled optimism for the future. Brooklyn-based, indie dream-pop producer/artist Papi Shiitake reaches deep into his subconscious to make music that simultaneously taps into the sublime feeling of both of these extremes.. Equally inspired by Phil Spector as Kanye West, listeners…
Tijah D Reynolds was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio the second oldest of five children. She is a single mother of one beautiful daughter named Hailey Rose who is her heartbeat. Tijah D has gone through some rough times as a single mother but has vowed not to give up. https://www.instagram.com/tijahdreynolds/ Tijah D is…
@skopemag news – monday – july 19, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New Video – Stank Nitty X John Jigg$ – Farmacy Economy prod. by Yaw Boso – Directed by Shabaam Sahdeeq Exorcizphobia – single “Stuck Between Realities” from upcoming EP “Friend Of Lunacy”. Canadian Stoner/Doom Act Slowpoke Premiere New Single…
“Beautifully rendered” – Hot Press “You can see why her debut single caused such a stir, she has such an original voice” – Folk Radio UK “An unusual and beguiling singing voice” – The Thin Air Cork Singer-Songwriter Sarah Buckley is back with her new single ‘Full Moon’. The follow up to her debut single…
Iconic indie singer-songwriter extraordinaire Ben Kweller has unveiled an official music video for his endearing new single, “Just For Kids.” Directed by Carrick Moore Gerety, “Just For Kids” is streaming now at YouTube. “Never give up on love,” says Kweller. “I have a friend who found her soulmate when she was 50 years old! You…
@skopemag news – sunday – july 28, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Death On Fire ‘Six Foot Box’ Full EP Stream Death On Fire stream their new EP ‘Six Foot Box’ in full, via Legacy. Death On Fire bring together powerful elements of death, thrash, melodic death and old school to…
Atlanta native Nadia Vaeh is an artist you will be drawn to and root for as a multi-talented survivor who has done much with her life. From songwriting to singing to modeling, Nadia has deep roots in the creative universe and continues to showcase her talents with new music and music videos. Ever since she…
Trailblazing artist, carolesdaughter (aka Thea Taylor), who V Magazine recently praised as “[spearheading] the next generation of alt-pop music,” releases her latest alternative anthem today titled “please put me in a medically induced coma” accompanied by an electric, modern-meets-cyber punk official music video. The video was directed by Anastasia Lebedeva Delmark (Shaun Ross, Chazzy L),…
@skopemag news – saturday – july 17, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Fire Follows Latest “Father O’ Father” “Father O’ Father” (7/16) is the latest single from Fire Follows and showcases a completely different side of the band. A stripped-down “piano version”, it lends itself to Chris and Tim’s vocal intricacies…
Look at any city skyline, any evening, anywhere around the world, and you’ll see the same thing. There’ll be thousands of lights, in thousands of windows, in hundreds upon hundreds of towers, each representing an individual life in progress. So many people, so many stories, so many tales unheard, swallowed by the vastness and silence…
Claptone, the mysterious DJ and producer, has announced his new and forthcoming third studio album, Closer. Set for release on November 12th via Different Recordings / [PIAS], the album will feature a string of collaborators and pop icons including Barry Manilow, Seal and many more. Ahead of the album release, Claptone also shares new album…
“We shot this video for Starstruck in the same cemetery that my director is now buried in. Ultimately I want people to know his story and realize some of the drugs on the streets aren’t what you might think.”- Obnoxious San Diego’s Obnoxious has released his brand new single and music video for “Starstruck” online.…
@skopemag news – friday – july 16, 2021 @ 4 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope DANA AND THE WOLF Share “2 Lovers” Video Via FLAUNT Today, Burbank-based Dana And The Wolf share “2 Lovers”, following up on April’s “It’s Too Late”, further exploring the controversial world of non-monogamous relationships. COOL HUNTING premiered the track,…
Vocal powerhouse Bri Fletcher has released the accompanying music video to her anthemic single, “Love Me Back.” Directed by Alyssa Udovitsch, the “Love Me Back” music video features Fletcher emotionally delivering the lyrics of the “gorgeous sometime-ballad and sometime-pop showcase epic.” (Talk About Pop Music) Produced by Justin Wantz and written by Fletcher and Kaylin…
