Category: FEATURES

Nashville-based country/Americana singer-songwriter Rachel McIntyre Smith has just released a new EP, “Honeysuckle Friend,” and she recently sat down with @skopemag to talk about this amazing new collection. @skopemag: Tell us about your fantastic new EP. Rachel McIntyre Smith: In the summer of 2023, I realized that I had a collection of songs with a…

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Long established as a steward of the kind of bright, finely crafted earworms that have continued to evolve from the origins of Rock N Roll through today’s best power-pop, Porter Block tunesmith Peter Block wears his musical hearts on his sleeve this time around. This breezy new track from the veteran NYC minstrel of good…

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Hailing from Dallas, TX, Prabhu Ragunathan, known as Bhloom, is a multi-talented guitarist, producer, and composer, renowned for his technical prowess and innovative approach to music. As a prog-metal aficionado, Prabhu is making significant strides in the metal industry and the guitar community through his solo project Bhloom. Prabhu’s journey with Bhloom began when he…

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Vermont-based band Dwight + Nicole has just released a new album, “The Jaguar, The Raven, and The Snake Deluxe Edition,” and they sat down with @skopemag to talk about this amazing collection. @skopemag: Tell us about your terrific new album. Dwight Ritcher: The songs came in stages over a couple of years. We had written…

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As musical director for The Voice Italy, Alex Uhlmann has watched from the wings as artists take to the spotlight. Now, he takes centre stage with his debut solo album HOME, releasing across all platforms 06/09/24. HOME’s lead single, Fading Away, precedes the release of the album with a moving video set for release 20/09/24.…

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Rocky Kramer will be hosting “Dream On” on this week’s episode of Rocky Kramer’s Rock & Roll Tuesdays on Twitch. Tune into Twitch on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 at 7 PM PT for this amazing show. Rocky Kramer is a guitar virtuoso, often being compared to the greatest guitar players in the world. Rocky has…

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When was the last time a video was inspirational? Not a mild buzz or a tiny spike in confidence — but a video that had viewers with their arms in the air, ready to take on the world. That just means music fans haven’t seen the clip for “Do It Big,” the debut single by…

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Step into the world of The Charming Tools, where music becomes a vessel for emotional exploration and artistic brilliance. Their latest single, Let Go, is a dazzling showcase of their ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with mesmerizing soundscapes. From their humble beginnings in high school choirs to their current status as a rising musical force,…

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“The melodic and rhythmic nuance of his vocals combine seamlessly withthe lively production, as we hear Dici at his best.” – Wonderland “Gorgeous moodiness… simutaneously smooth and menacing.” – Hip Hop Weekly From the summer of 2020 through summer 2024 – DICI has evolved from a quarantined 17-year-old free-styling rhymes and mastering the Pro Tools…

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The King Moore Unity Project celebrates the release of a gift to mankind that holds the power to transform us on the inside, and then ripple out in ever-expanding circles that positively impacts the world at large. In a world with rising geopolitical tensions and protracted conflicts Grammy winning co-producer Tony Mercedes took his client King Moore and…

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“Weird” Cal Blankenship is a huge nerd from the country. He loves to fish (although describes himself as a terrible fisherman), loves trucks, loves farming, loves to workout outside and especially loves Jesus! He also loves astronomy, science fiction, does calculus for fun and someday aspires to own more Mathnasium franchises than anyone else on…

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Can a band be rough and delicate at the same time? What sort of artists can hold these opposite forces in tension, synthesize them in real-time, cauterize them, and come up with something entirely new? Pistols At Dawn, that’s who. On “Not Sorry,” their scalding new single, they’re gentle and ferocious, uncompromising and welcoming, tuneful…

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The FrannyO Show presents his latest album titled: “Big Box of Time”. Residing in New Hampshire, the polished and brilliant artist released the beautiful and emotional record on August 9th, 2024. “Big Box of Time” almost sounds and feels as if Delta Blues and classic Country met somewhere in the middle of the crossroads. The…

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Dallas String Quartet’s (DSQ) latest release, “ROMANI: The Untold Story,” represents a profound intersection of musical artistry and historical reclamation. In this album, DSQ, led by Romani musician and composer Ion Zanca, has undertaken the formidable task of illuminating a largely obscured chapter of Romani history through an evocative musical narrative. The album not only…

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Ethan Buckner’s latest single, “Wavering,” is an electrifying testament to the human spirit’s resilience in the face of overwhelming adversity. The track pulsates with a raw energy that mirrors the turmoil and uncertainty Buckner experienced during a harrowing episode of vision loss in early 2022. For eight long weeks, he was engulfed in migraines and…

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THE FRANNYO SHOW PRESENTS ALBUM “BIG BOX OF TIME” The FrannyO Show has released “Big Box of Time” now available on Spotify and all the major music services. Listen to the ALBUM here. “I consider myself extremely wealthy,” says Fran O’Connell, “but not in a conventional way. What I’m doing right now, this very day—as a…

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“Unrequited” starts off with a trickle-down piano melody that transforms into many different moods. It has many entrancing cadences yet each pattern flows incredibly well all throughout the track. The buildups in this song are unforgettable. In the first buildup, the upscale piano melody, powerhouse vocals, and the synth bed with the energetic snare rolls…

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On August 23rd, husband and wife duo Eleyet McConnell will unveil their latest single, “I Want You to Know,” a poignant offering from their award-nominated debut album, *Crazy World*. This track stands out as their most personal to date, delving deep into the intricacies of love, vulnerability, and self-acceptance. The emotional weight of the song…

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DEF MACHINE serves as a powerhouse music production team redefining the landscape of American music. Founded in 2013 by Detroit’s own Avery A. Sims and Craig “Mr. Groove” Lane, DEF MACHINE is celebrated for its genre-blending mastery and innovative sound. Seamlessly merging heavy metal, hip hop, R&B, funk, country, and pop, they are a testament…

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Fiona Grey is back with a bang in her latest single, “Cavalier,” a track that’s as raw as it is refined. Known for her gritty yet glamorous style, Fiona dives headfirst into the heartbreak of being sidelined in your own life. This dirty pop anthem was born from the ashes of a breakup, capturing the…

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Vento, Ziggy, Hawk & McCarthy, a Pittsburgh-based acoustic ensemble, have struck a delightful balance between whimsy and musical prowess in their latest single, “Spaghetti Western.” The track combines elements of classic country and Americana with a playful, tongue-in-cheek narrative that celebrates both Italian and western motifs. As a listener, one cannot help but get swept…

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Names Without Numbers deliver their latest single called: “Ping Pong Ball in a Concrete Room”. The talented and gifted band out of Omaha, Nebraska strike the rock scene with a nostalgic and banging track. The band, which was originally formed by a group of longtime friends and musicians, showcases a gritty and emotional style of…

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David Bailis presents his latest album titled: “Tree of Life”. The talented and gifted musician out of Boston, recently announced that the warm and thoughtful record will be released on October 11th, 2024. “Tree of Life” almost sounds and feels like a musical force that not only connects all lives, but also travels to heaven…

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Oklahoma has produced some of the biggest names in the music industry. The Gap Band and Charlie Wilson, Garth Bro oks, Carrie Underwood, Wayman Tisdale and Hanson. Oklahoma`s premier hip hop artist Robert C. Daniels II aka Dangerous Rob, known to his friends as D-Rob, has already mad e his mark in Japan, Germany, Australia…

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As a seasoned frontman with over two decades of experience, Christopher Wyze has stepped into the spotlight as a formidable lyricist and unique musical voice. Recognized by the Nashville Songwriters Association International as “One to Watch” in December 2023, Wyze’s music is a blend of blues, rock-n-roll, Americana, and country, all woven together by his…

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Lady Redneck, the Dallas-based singer-songwriter Stephanie “Lady Redneck” Lee, returns with a heartfelt new single titled “A Child of God.” The track is a beautiful exploration of personal redemption and divine love, drawing listeners into an emotional journey that resonates deeply with those who have faced struggles and feelings of inadequacy. From the outset, “A…

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