Feature stories and artist interviews
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…
@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…
