Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

CIRCE releases electro-pop banger ‘Going Down’

London dark-pop artist Circe bursts into 2021 with triumphant new single ‘Going Down’ today. Holding nothing back, ‘Going Down’ is an exhilarating exploration of female sexuality and queer liberation. Sexual fantasy mixes with holy ground amidst technicolour synth trills and stadium-sized drum hits. https://www.instagram.com/circemusic/ “I’m not supposed to, but I fucking love you” – this…

Queer Indigenous artist Jayli Wolf refuses to be silent in video for new single “Hush”

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community have been forced to hide for far too long, but Indigenous and Queer artist Jayli Wolf refuses to be silent on “Hush”—the sophomore release and precursor to her forthcoming EP Wild Whisper due out June 18th. The empowered doomsday cult survivor turned activist, actress, filmmaker, and alt-pop singer-songwriter-producer made an…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope DRAWN AND QUARTERED: Seattle death metal masters stream new track via MetalSucks; LP ‘Congregation Pestilence’ out July via Krucyator Productions Drawn and Quartered vocalist/bassist Herb Burke states: “The first preview track from ‘Congregation Pestilence’ comes in the hideous form of ‘Rotting Abomination (The Cleansing).’ Unearthed from the decomposing graves of ‘Proliferation…

TRIPLE THREAT ARTIST KALEIGH IS DESTINED FOR GREAT THINGS

by Nick Christophers It seemed preordained that actor, model, musician Kaleigh would embark on a multi-faceted journey. From a young girl she knew she was going to take the entertainment road in her life. As cliché as that may sound it seemed to be inevitable. Before she came to the point of releasing her debut…

Celebrated Chanteuse & Famed Billy Corgan Collaborator Sierra Swan To Release Genre-Bending New EP

Written & Recorded In Her Home Studio During Quarantine, Tangerines Is “An Escape And Sanctuary Amidst The Chaos” On the heels of the successful launch of her latest hit single and video “I Want All My Shit Back,” renowned multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and celebrated music collaborator Sierra Swan, has unveiled details for her much-anticipated six-song EP.…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jack Savoretti takes us to ‘Europiana’ in sun-soaked video for new single ‘Who’s Hurting Who’ ft. Nile Rodgers… Following the announcement of his highly-anticipated new album ‘Europiana’, Jack Savoretti reveals the sun-drenched video for his disco fuelled new single ‘Who’s Hurting Who’, featuring Nile Rodgers. Directed by Giorgio Testi (The 1975,…

New Single From 3 Time Grammy Nominee James Henry “Watermelon Man”

James Henry brings the fire on the passionate “Watermelon Man”. So much heat is behind the song it sounds sizzling. Everything about it has a celebratory, communal presence behind it for it incorporates so much into the colossal mix. Layer upon layer is filtered into the fray ensuring that there is a beguiling quality to…

Eli & Fur announce debut album ‘Found In The Wild’

Eliza Noble and Jennifer Skillman are Eli & Fur: the British live act, singer-songwriter, and producer duo whose career together stretches back for nearly a decade. Having formed a close bond in their teens born out of their unwavering passion for music in all its guises, their careers as DJs, songwriters, vocalists, and producers has…

Olivia Kaplan shares the poised solo ballad “Still Strangers”

Over its eleven affecting, varied songs, Olivia Kaplan’s debut album Tonight Turns to Nothing moves gracefully between pointed, balladic slow-burners and cathartic indie-pop grooves. The debut longplayer sees the singer-songwriter exploring the challenges of modern intimacy with a bracing combination of bold observation, levity, and wit. While the unmistakable anchor of Kaplan’s music is her…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Millionyoung – Free (Negative Gemini Remix) “The original track ‘Free’ was written during a period where I was unable to see my family due to the pandemic, and I spent time looking at old pictures. My youth was full of a lot of dance music, and my parents were always particularly…

Hear the debut single from Brooklyn’s The Narcotix

Today The Narcotix shares its first official single, “John/Joseph” from the forthcoming EP Mommy Issues, which the band will self-release on June 11. The Narcotix is a West African art-folk band based in Brooklyn, with feathers all over. It is many-limbed and limber, a five-piece with voices, guitars, bass, keys and drum set. Reverb-laden vocals…

JODI (NICK LEVINE) DROPS NEW SONG “SOFTY”

Blue Heron, available July 16th via Sooper Records (NNAMDÏ, Sen Morimoto, KAINA) is self-described “queer country,” and deeply powerful in its songwriting – a series of self-spoken intimate, and remarkably present moments that recalls the likes of Jason Molina, Mount Eerie, Duster, and Julie Doiron. Listen to the previously released single “Go Slowly” that Fader…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Payton Moormeier Releases New Single “3AM” “‘3AM’ is a very vulnerable song, very raw & emotional,” shares payton. “I wrote it about a situation I was in where I was overthinking every little thing & basically ruining my mental state. ” THADEUS GONZALEZ: new single “Never Tear Us Apart” available! THADEUS…

New Video By LION BABE “Frida Kahlo”

Every now and then, the music industry produces a fabulous new dynamic duo, giving us fresh new sounds and vibes. Each one seems to come together by a stroke of luck. We’ve seen it with She & Him, and now we’re seeing it with Lion Babe, a fire-hot electro-soul duo reigning from New York City.…

American Greed Release “Together”

American Greed’s single “Together” is the title cut from the band’s new full-length release. Bandleader and drummer Michael Mesey is the central figure behind American Greed and his long pedigree in music, including playing drums for Chuck Berry and rockers Head East, is apparent throughout the track. He’s joined by four other class musicians and…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jenevieve Remains Defiant In Love With Ethereal Single “Eternal” Just as the May flowers are gearing up to Spring upon us, Jenevieve is in full bloom with her latest single, “Eternal”–with colorful visuals to match. For the sultry record, the 23-year old songstress teamed up with writer/producer Jean Benz whom she…

@skopemag Q&A Featuring Scott Edward Jones

We are so excited to be back again today with our special guest – Scott Edward Jones. Scott is a rising Christian / Singer-Songwriter – Scott’s ministry is born of a faith walk in our Lord Jesus Christ through hardship and happy times. God has been preparing Scott for this season of ministry since he…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope SUNRISE has released the third single from the upcoming album The third single from the ‘Equilibria’ album of Ukrainian power metal band SUNRISE is online via genre’s the biggest YouTube channel – Unknown Power Metal. “Wings Of The Dreamer” is a song in a good old-school power metal key and will…

New Music from TayOG at Revoc Productions: TayOG “Publicity”

This is TayOG. TayOG is a rising artist from Chicago,IL. Lately, TayOG have gained attention from his hit single “Number 2”. With fans making tik toks and getting TayOG on a few charts, it has made it a lot easier to Progress in the Music Industry. TayOG, enjoy making different sounds with his music versus…

New Video By Pennan Brae “El Camino”

Hit after hit, Pennan Brae has the formula down right. He’s able to sing about any theme and turn it into a striking pop-rock tune. The Vancouver, Canada rocker has a slight obsession with the music of the ’70s and ’80s and channels that inspiration into his own work. That old-school quality can be found…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope French Alternative/Pop-Rock/Progressive/Metal duo KNTC released new digital single “The Arrival” About 2 years after the last EP, Alternative/Pop-Rock/Progressive/Metal duo from Lyon France KNTC shared a first audio glance from its upcoming album with a single called “The Arrival” available right now through all streaming services, It wil featured on ‘The Great…

Country Newcomer Becca Bowen Releases “Gunshots or Fireworks”

Following her win on Outdoor Channel’s For Love or Likes, Becca Bowen releases a powerful new single titled “Gunshots or Fireworks.” The new single was produced by well-known producer Sal Oliveri. Previous releases from Becca include “Love It, Leave It,” “Home,” and “Just Be You.” – https://ps.onerpm.com/3944781684 Earlier this week Becca Bowen officially end Season…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TEE GRIZZLEY RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BUILT TO LAST” OFF OF BUILT FOR WHATEVER ALBUM     Today, rapper Tee Grizzley releases the music video for “Built To Last” from his album Built For Whatever released on Friday. On “Built To Last” Tee’s knack for storytelling is on full display as he…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope MOTHER IRON HORSE sign to Ripple Music! Ripple Music announces the signing of Salem, Massachusetts sleazy sludge rock cultists MOTHER IRON HORSE, for the release of their sophomore album “Under The Blood Moon” later this year. This comes as the fourth signing as part of Blasko’s special series on the Californian…

NEONFLY Release Brand New Lyric Video for “Beating Hearts”!

Formed in 2008 as the brainchild of guitarist & composer Frederick Thunder and with two critically acclaimed albums under their belt, Neonfly have carved a dynamic and distinctive career, touring as main support for some of rock’s biggest names, including Alice Cooper, Dragonforce, Anvil, Gamma Ray & Magnum and storming festival main stages worldwide. Their…

‘Bloom’ – the rippling new single from Portland’s Dolphin Midwives, is out today!

Portland’s Dolphin Midwives releases new single “Bloom” today, May 7th! From her upcoming experimental LP Body of Water, produced by Tucker Martine, out July 9th on Beacon Sound. Sage Fisher returns with Body Of Water, recorded last year against the backdrop of the emerging Covid-19 pandemic with Grammy-nominated producer Tucker Martine. Body Of Water represents…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope THE NEW CONSISTENT – Midlands riser unveils uplifting new single ‘All That We’ve Got’ Effortlessly capturing the incoming optimism and care-free feeling of a sunny summer’s day, emerging West Midlands rapper The New Consistent today unveils his new single, ‘All That We’ve Got’. Just two years into his career, TNC’s sharp…

New Video By Malou Beauvoir “KENBEM”

The relationship between the Catholic Church and Haitian Vaudou has not always been a friendly one. One tradition is historically dominated by European voices, while the other has roots deep in Africa and the Caribbean. Yet there’s no reason why there shouldn’t be a respectful dialogue between the two religions. Catholicism and Vaudou actually have…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Introducing: THE GHOST CLUB // New Single “All I Know” Out Now! “‘All I Know’ was written as a nod to those who inspired me to be a musician,” shares Dunegan. “I learned that to mature as an artist I have to chase what I think sounds best, not what I…

Jonny Ong releases the heart-breaking new track, ‘The Ballad of J and J’

‘The Ballad of J and J’ is the heartbreaking latest single from Jonny Ong’s critically acclaimed album Isolation. This track comes hot on the heels of the full length album that has left critics chomping at the bit, with Jonny’s compelling songwriting style and cinematic production wowing across the board. This song in particular serves…

NEW VIDEO: MAXX PALMER – ‘EVEN SONG’

Emerging artist Maxx Palmer brings a sound fresh and punchy enough to wake up the nation. With his infectious energy and huge hooks he is already gaining attention amongst industry folk and his faithful following. His new self-titled 4 track EP which gets released on April 30th rams the point home. – https://linktr.ee/MaxxPalmer Opening with…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CHEL: Vivacious Pop Artist and All-Around Inspiration Releases EPIC New Single Ask Chel what she’s most proud of and she probably won’t even mention her massive following on social media or millions of views on YouTube. She won’t point to her features in Billboard, Ladygunn or Sports Illustrated either. On New…

Sugar Addikt New EP ‘Phoenix’

Yes, it’s a little unusual to find an electro duo that is a mother/son collaboration. However, after you get past the unlikely combination of a mom and child making dance music together and hear the actual music they’ve created together, you know it’s legit. Vanessa Littrell (mom) is a strong, expressive vocalist, and Bowman Littrell…

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@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope GROUPLOVE RELEASE “OXYGEN SWIMMING” VIDEO “Here’s for another magical Grouplove collaboration with our dear friend and director Issac Deitz,” frontwoman Hannah Hooper says. “‘Oxygen Swimming’ was the first song Christian and I wrote after Willa was born. It reflects the feeling of being able to do something so big but still…

Bailey Bryan Gets Her Fresh Start / 11-Track Project OUT NOW    

Today, “fav pop songstress” (Ladygunn) Bailey Bryan finally released her long-awaited project Fresh Start (via 300 Entertainment). The project offers a glimpse into Bailey’s journey towards self-reflection and personal growth, and captivates the listener through her emblematic tracks, allowing them to embark on a path of self-discovery alongside her. According to Bailey, Fresh Start is…