Feature stories and artist interviews
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…
Hailing from New York City, Eamon Rush (vocals) and Dylan Kelly (guitar) met while serving middle school detention. After discovering a shared affinity for artists like The Velvet Underground and the Ramones, Rush and Kelly formed the group. Rush befriended Henry McGrath (bass) while playing basketball in high school and taught him bass. Gabriel “Gonzo”…
Cork trio The Lost Gecko have just dropped their candid new single ‘Brothers’. The Lost Gecko have continuously developed their own sound since their 2016 EP ‘Unphotographable’ that has become unmistakeable to the listeners’ ear. Now, they have introduced us to the first single from their upcoming EP ‘Scatterbox’. A slice of history captured eloquently in music… …
@skopemag news – friday – july 9, 2021 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Maths Time Joy x Rich share the intoxicating ‘Cut The BS’ Penned from the aftermath of an abusive relationship, the track is a cathartic vessel for the head-spinning after effects. Sharing more behind the track Rich Shared: I wrote…
Sophia Fracassi has always turned to music to ride out life’s storms. The Canadian singer and songwriter is just 17-years-old, but her voice is direct and confident, indicative of someone who has dedicated her whole life to her art. Her lyrics come from exactly where she is: in the middle of trial and error. Sophia’s…
@skopemag news – friday – july 9, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BEN CHANDLER CAN GIVE YOU “ANYTHING” “The video is a representation of how love is a universal language,” Ben shared. “No matter who you are, who you love, and what you love, there’s always somebody out there that will…
British musician Aziya is just 21 years old, but her talent and wisdom are far beyond her years. Today, she’s released her eagerly anticipated debut EP, We Speak of Tides, via Platoon. Co-written and co-produced by Aziya herself, the EP is an exploration of human connection. Foreshadowed by the release of her acclaimed singles, “Blood,”…
With its punchy production and instantly memorable chorus, ‘Psycho’ finds an empowered Maisie reflecting on toxic relationships and gaslighting exes. She explains: “‘Psycho’ tells a dramatic story of someone whose lies catch up to them, and who seem to feel very little when they hurt other people. I think this is something near enough everyone…
@skopemag news – friday – july 9, 2021 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Vic Santoro returns with authentic new single ‘Testament’ Set against the backdrop of a smooth, piano-led production and punctuated by Vic’s trademark husky vocals, ‘Testament’ is an honest, coming-of-age single that sees him reflect on his chequered past and…
A woman charges across the desert on a horse. She’s riding expertly, but a little wildly and dangerously, too – she’s pursued by something, but we don’t know what it is. Around her ankle is a loop of rope that once tethered her to a stake driven into the parched soil. She’s snapped her restraint,…
@skopemag news – friday – july 9, 2021 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BISHOPS GREEN RELEASES VIDEO FOR “WAITING” Vancouver, British Columbia,, Canada – Western Canada’s BISHOPS GREEN has released a music video for their brand new single “Waiting.” The song will be available soon as a picture flexi and be included…
Saturated in overdrive and hitting us with retro rock energy right off the bat, Brett Copeland is riding big riffs hard in his new single “Don’t Fight It” this summer. Though coupling the old school dynamics of classic rock with the new school nimbleness of contemporary pop isn’t a new element of Copeland’s sound, this…
Many younger artists have a limited frame of musical reference. This isn’t a criticism. It’s an observation. Writing and recording music capable of reaching a wide audience doesn’t require that an artist draw from a range of influences. Settling on a familiar formula and executing it with competence is often more than enough for a…
“It’s my way of reclaiming my sexual identity and not being anyone’s fantasy except my own. Because of the way I look, I’m assigned a certain role in society: to be submissive, acquiescent, meek, docile. And for a while, I defaulted to being those labels, whether it was in relationships, the workplace, or even the…
@skopemag news – thursday – july 8, 2021 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope boyband Releases “birth by sleep” Video BADDA TD RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “CERTIFIED” OUT NOW! Skope video submission: Alph Tha Alien, “Outer Limits”. Open Mike Eagle, Sahtyre guest on “Black Tax” album “I released this song on my…
