Feature stories and artist interviews
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…
@skopemag news – friday – july 16, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Acoustic Syndicate issues a plea for humanity with “Simple Dream” Like “Sunny,” written by acoustic guitarist bandmate and cousin Steve McMurry, “Simple Dream” is the culmination of a songwriting process that included its own hiatus. Though Bryon is the…
@skopemag news – friday – july 16, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Her boyfriend’s mistakes became lyrics to an anthem One of the scariest things about love is that both people are constantly wondering if the other person loves them as much as they do. Or even worse…that the other person…
It’s been almost two months since the last StreetSmartz101 video drop, and they’re back again with another fantastic video. The last time we saw these three was in April with “Queen’s Anthem,” the powerful hip-hop anthem that celebrates women everywhere and the women in our lives. Hot off the heels of their killer singles “Tray…
C Rod is the rapper rising the ranks pretty quickly right now, and with a repertoire of hip-hop tracks packing in some real truths, you can see why. His intricate flow and innate ability to sit slickly on the beat emphasises the realities that resonate throughout his lyrics. Just look at the power that propels…
@skopemag news – friday – july 16, 2021 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope DC The Don is a Shark in the Water in “Megalodon” Video LIONSGATE RELEASES OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR THE JESUS MUSIC RELEASING IN ALL THEATERS FALL 2021 The Jesus Music – The Soundtrack of a Movement – With stirring songs…
James Millier has just released his new single ‘Brighter Day’, and if you’re after a spot of sunshine, look no further. This glorious alternative country song shows the artist in all of his true colours. Thought-provoking lyrics combine with a heart-felt vocal delivery, and the production is solid with a beautiful use of guitars and…
by Nick Christophers It is a refreshing feeling to discover an artist with the mentality that there is no such thing as borders in our world. Coming from a country that had a history of alienating others she welcomes everyone to her music regardless of their identity. Criss Marron is a native Cuban who believes…
This new, 2 CD set features extremely talented artists from all across the globe sharing their gifts of music. ‘Homestead Volume Five’ is Bongo Boy Records’ 5th Anniversary album celebrating the best that the Country & Americana worlds have to offer. This record features 20 tracks from an eclectic group of award-winning Indie artists and…
Brooklyn’s own JaredSB along with CBZ Nay are coming correct on the new track titled “Bed Stuy”. This song comes complete with that New York flavor and city vibe. JaredSB aka Jared Shemar Bradford has music running through his blood as he’s been musically-inclined since he was a child. Together, with his rap compadre, CBZ…
Praised by fans and critics alike for their outstanding 2020 debut album (Impius Viam_), Sweden’s NIGHT CROWNED have unleashed the hotly anticipated & worthy successor, titled *Hädanfärd_*! With nine tracks spanning over 45 minutes, the band’s brand new full-length record is an intoxicating blend of uncompromising blackened death metal, symphonic arrangements and bleak & mesmerizing…
It’s been thirty years since Nirvana and the alternative revolution put an end to the era of swaggering glam metal. Or did it? In retrospect, it’s easy to see that the spirit of pre-alternative metal never went anywhere. It continues to enliven rock, pop, and other styles that hadn’t been invented yet at the time…
@skopemag news – thursday – july 15, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LEILA ABDUL-RAUF: Invisible Oranges Streams Entire Phantasiai LP Beyond the wide spectrum of acts LEILA ABDUL-RAUF is a full-time member of, her immersive solo work showcases her talents as a multi-instrumentalist. Weaving layered textures into drifting filmic compositions, Phantasiai…
Jazzy Mejia a.k.a. “Jazzy” a singer, song writer, producer, actress, born on July 24, 1994 raised in Los Angeles California. Coming from a multicultural background of Black and Mexican Descent. Jazzy grew up in a musical family as the youngest of two brothers and a sister. Her father a singer, song writer, vocalist and a…
Country-Pop singer/songwriter Allison Asarch recently released her new single “Cotton Dress” (written by Andrea Renfree and Peter Renfree). With charming lyrics like next thing you know, they were holdin’ a girl, with her Momma’s eyes and her Daddy’s curls, singing lullabies in the middle of a moonlit light, “Cotton Dress” is the perfect, storytelling song…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 14, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope RYAN MEEKING ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO ‘ENDLESS RUN’ Melbourne’s newest indie pop master Ryan Meeking has today shared his fresh cinematic single Endless Run. An evocative work, set within the joyous bloom of festival party culture, Endless Run…
Americana singer-songwriter Roger Street Friedman sat down recently with @skopemag to talk about his gorgeously rootsy new EP, “Come What May” (out now). It’s a must-listen. @skopemag: Your new EP is amazing. We really love one of the singles, “Come What May.” What is the story behind the song? Roger: Thank you! “Come What May”…
Uncle Tadashi & Da Boyz’s “Better Days” is a combination track, alternating between throwback, old school soul, and contemporary rap. It also throws a jazzy saxophone solo into the mix. In other words, this track has much going for it. It touches on the groups outlook on the global Covid situation and how they see…
Toronto-based queer alt-hip hop artist, Lex Leosis, shares her EP, Terracotta, today — just in time for peak summer vibes. The now Tiktok rap battle champ is also debuting a brand new video for “That Feel,” which shows an easy, breezy afternoon of skating in the sunshine. Leosis’ signature attitude is in full force in…
Enduring the flames almost always guarantees a burn. Whether it be life complications, career difficulties, or general hiccups, many fighters would be marked by a scar. That’s true for most, except artist Regina Madre, who has maintained her passion for all things surrounding her despite the trek it took to get there. In fact, the…
@skopemag news – wednesday – july 14, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BABY QUEEN RELEASES NEW SINGLE “YOU SHAPED HOLE” Baby Queen aka Bella Latham says: “I was super heartbroken when I wrote this song, and my ex was dating this beautiful supermodel after dumping me in Clissold Park in North…
Emerging as a dynamic pop presence with widespread critical acclaim, buzzing artist, producer, and songwriter Naliya shares a new single entitled “Roller coaster” today. Once again, her smooth delivery, quotable lyrics, and elite beat-making shine. The track affirms her unpredictable approach with hypnotic verses before dropping into another massive chorus. As always, she invites audiences…
Rising Country-Latin duo, Kat & Alex released the music video for “You and the Radio,” today. Directed by Doltyn Snedden and filmed around the Kelso Sand Dunes in the Mojave Desert, the video amplifies the fun-loving nature of the song, providing a visual to the feeling of driving down the highway with someone you love…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 13, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New El Michels Affair & Liam Bailey Single “King” Out Today El Michels Affair and Liam Bailey drop another single from the forthcoming Ekundayo Inversions album. This one was recorded during the Ekundayo sessions but did not make its…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 13, 2021 @ 3 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TOMMY CASH & QUEBONAFIDE: VIDEO SINGLE “BENZ DEALER” OUT NOW It took two years of work to accomplish the project. “Benz Dealer” is an exciting visual journey through a world adorned with luxury and abundance. Quebonafide and Tommy Cash…
Summer Dennis is the featured vocalist of Summer Dennis & Rhymes. She is a classically trained musician and vocalist who is able to sing all genres. She has performed as a lead vocalist in Gospel, R&B, Rock, Pop and Classical formats. She can competently sing all ranges from first soprano through alto Summer’s vocal performance…
@skopemag news – tuesday – july 13, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope NELLY’S “DILEMMA” Video Hits 1 Billion Views on YouTube “It is both humbling and what every artist hopes for, to see your work from 20 years ago still getting such love from fans old and new. Super dope that…
Whether solo or with his band, Bruce Guynn upholds one mission: to pick you up and make you move. That isn’t a challenge for the naturally sweet singer/songwriter and his blend of uplifting soulful rock, organic Americana, pleasant blues, and honeyed R&B. He’s recognized as an award-winning songwriter, and with three Number Ones and seven…
@skopemag news – monday – july 12, 2021 @ 4 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Ambient Composer Mattia Cupelli shares his latest video ‘IRIS’ Ambient-electronic producer Mattia Cupelli has released RUINS LP on the 9th of July via MC Records. On the LP, listeners will find, ‘IRIS’ accompanied by a conceptual video, as well…
Dreams allow us to tap into freedom and our deepest desires, awakening a sense of possibility within. In the video for “Wake Up,” the debut single from the adventurous electronic pop singer Nolo Grace, the star disappears into a brilliant reverie. In her dream, she’s utterly transformed. Waking up in a bed in the desert,…
@skopemag news – monday – july 12, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope sadeyes Joins Epitaph Records & Shares New Track/Video “unexpected” Epitaph Records welcomes sadeyes to the family. sadeyes is the creative persona of 21-year-old singer/writer/producer Nathan Lewis. The Portland, Oregon based artist combines lo-fi, alternative, emo rap, and hyperpop with…
Dubbed ‘Queen of the Besties’ from her growing legion of fans, Law releases another female anthem, “Controller”, showcasing her smooth style and empowering lyrics that are rapidly becoming her trademark. Available now through Sloppy Vinyl records, the new song and video leaves no doubt that Law is in control of both her personal life, and…
Omar Apollo shares the new song and video “Go Away.” At just under four minutes, the song shepards a new era for the artist and showcases his growth and talent as a songwriter. Coming alongside a Jenna Marsh-directed visual, “Go Away” was produced by Apollo along with the help of Carter Lang and Chromeo. The…
Multi-million streamed singer, songwriter and producer Astræa has shared a beautiful video for her new single ‘Looking Up’, which premiered with Clash. The track is the first taste of her forthcoming EP due for release later this year. https://clashmusic.com/news/astraeas-looking-up-searches-for-freedom ‘Looking Up’ is a compelling and uplifting beacon of hope, bursting with vibrant synths and emotive,…
@skopemag news – sunday – july 11, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope “23rd Letter – No Make Up” “No Make Up” is the second record of the “Pleasure and Desire EP” and all about that late night text of a girl in her bed that just wants you to be with…
Many rockers and electronic musicians like to dabble in dark magic. But true sonic sorcerers aren’t easy to find. True magicians are those unafraid of dangerous alchemy – artists willing to mix gritty guitar with machine beats, capable of matching the attitude of punk with dance grooves, ready and willing to conjure the ghosts in…
A simple girl from Moscow, who conquered America, model business and cinema, now wins people’s hearts with her music. We talked to Ellen Alexander about a new stage in her career, inspiration, music, and most importantly, how she combines work for iconic magazines such as L’Officiel, SHAPE, VOGUE, acting, filming music videos, recording new songs,…
In a recent interview, Ana Moura gave some insight into her artistic approach: “This album is everything but exclusion – It’s inclusion, the meeting of all the inheritances that I have,” she said. She is referring to her forthcoming album, due to be released later this year. However, ahead of the album, she has shared…
@skopemag news – saturday – july 10, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope For Skope: Tim van Werd returns to Protocol with new deep progressive “On Your Side” with Crime Zcene [out now] “On Your Side” represents Tim van Werd’s signature deep progressive style, revolving around dreamy but dancefloor-friendly vibes. MARCUS GAD…
The drive and adaptability of recording artist, professional dancer, and designer Omar Veluz have always surpassed that of fellow entertainers. Best known for being a triple threat, the Los Angeles local is always up for a challenge, including doing an artistic 180 in terms of genre and style when asked for darkness and aggression. For…
