Feature stories and artist interviews
Sometimes the key to understanding a song is tucked away in a verse. Three minutes into the mesmerizing, hypnotic, gorgeously zonked-out R&B and hip-hop single “Been Broke,” singer and producer Lil Rod makes an astonishing observation. He’s no longer worried about getting locked up, he tells us, so he also doesn’t have to worry about…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Artist: Pistols At Dawn – EP: Nocturnal Youth Pistols At Dawn is an American professional rock band formed in 2015 by drummer Adam Jaffe, guitarist Devin White, guitarist Mike Buffa, and bassist Billy Sullivan. Virtuoso guitarist Buffa died tragically in 2018, and the band reunited with incendiary guitarist Tommy Richardson in…
Today we’re excited to share the new single from New York’s Les Techno. “In the Sunshine” comes after months of solitude, tapping into psychedlia and new wave for a song about seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. On “In the Sunshine”, he writes – “This song is a spring song, you know…
“I’m a sucker for a good hook, and these numbers are loaded with them…. I’m filing this one under ‘guilty pleasures’” -Jeff Burger, “No Depression” Pop singer-songwriter Merritt Gibson is releasing “World Burns Down,” an obsessive and intensely emotional addition to the canon of pop minimalism. It has all the makings of a hit for…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Out Today: Tony Allen ‘There Is No End’ – Posthumous Album from the Legendary Afrobeat Drummer Today, Blue Note Records released There Is No End, a posthumous album from Tony Allen, who died last year at the age of 79. The album features guest rappers and singers including Skepta, Sampa The…
Unique electro-pop duo TGC (The Green Children) has released their latest single, ‘Sophie’ on the 7th of May. The single is taken from their upcoming LP, Parallels, which will be released on the 8th of July via Illuminated City. ficant success, with their debut album being nominated in the first round of voting for a…
Multi-platinum party-starter Saweetie unveils another upbeat anthem with “Fast (Motion).” Inspired by Miami’s iconic dance culture, the high-energy single bounces between an infectious hook and Saweetie’s confident verses, and it arrives with a larger-than-life visual to match. The new song is another glimpse of what to expect from the California MC’s highly-anticipated debut album, Pretty…
Today rising r&b artist Delara unveils her flawless EP ‘TIMEPIECE, produced by Sondre (Jeremih, Loredana, Eric Bellinger). The 6 track body of work includes three previously released singles, ‘Checka’, Swole and Shark Tank, which between them have racked up over 40 million streams. The ever-evolving artist has begun a new chapter over the last year.…
“Rising Young Newcomer Brings Rock ‘n’ Roll Back to Center Stage” NYC singer-songwriter Devon Gordon (The RoseCrumbs) brings psychedelic rock into a modern mix and creates a booming kaleidoscope of sound, energy and musical color. Her upcoming debut EP reveals her ardent vocals, grinding guitar and groovy bass work, over the signature drum vibe of…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Have you seen Digital Winter? “I don’t need you to adore me / just like and please subscribe” Maybe you’ve heard these lyrics before. Maybe not. Either way, now’s your chance! Check out our new music video for Digital Winter, give us a like, and (of course) please subscribe. MIRIAM LIEBERMAN…
Excuse My French is the fifth video single off Mac Irv’s 2021 instant-classic album ‘The Breakthrough’. – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/macirv/the-breakthrough-2 Some stories birthed and illustrated in the hood never leave city limits. And for some, music is more than just an outlet. It’s an escape. Born and raised in North Minneapolis, Mac Irv’s gift for rhyming began…
So here we are again with a new upcoming band @skopemag.com. Today we are so excited to hang with the guys in At Face Value. They are so excited to join us here and present the new single and video for ‘Swim’. Join us here on this beautiful Mothers Day edition of @skopemag Q&A with…
After wowing audiences with her breathtaking debut single and video Greenhouse in 2020, Montana Sharp is back with her magnificent follow up single Power – a layered theatrical pop track about the pros and cons of wielding emotional power as a woman in a romantic relationship, released today – May 7. Once again collaborating with…
As an artist that has always looked to try something new, Pete Beat has not failed us yet as he shares his long-awaited new studio album ‘Before The War’. Overflowing with eclectic and kaleidoscopic ideas, ‘Before The War’ looks to show us the breadth and diversity within his sound. Taking his cues from the pre-war…
CMT Next Up Now Artist CAROLYN MILLER has released her new single, “When I Say I Do Today” out now. This song is the follow up to her last single “Flatline,” which was recently featured on Country Now, Spotify’s New Music Nashville, Apple Music’s Best New Songs, and Pandora’s Rising Women of Country. “When I…
The current state of the world – the state it’s been in for the last year – is enough to make anyone feel depressed and isolated. But every now and then, a beam of light will shine down and remind us that things aren’t so bad, and a lot of the time, it’s in the…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope For Skope: Pushing Daizies encourage to live in the present with “I Want To Know.” Out now on Dim Mak “‘I Want To Know’ is a song that should get you up to dance like no one is watching. Just living in the moment. It’s a song that makes us smile…
Wolverhampton native Cariss Auburn releases her EP ‘Refraction’, a blend of y2k and alt-R&B, alongside single ‘Call Me Up’, out 6th May via Modern Sky. Influenced equally by the y2k pop of Billie Piper and the smooth R&B of Destiny’s Child as well as the sounds of Mary J. Blige and Luther Vandross that permeated…
Sam Green and the Time Machine’s creative run from 2013 through 2018 is unlike any I’ve recently encountered. The Australian born singer/songwriter and poet has been a presence in the national music scene down under for many years, but the string of releases he authored within those five years defines prolific. Green released five full…
Old school vibes in pop music are making a big comeback in the 2020s, and if you’re wondering why, I would recommend taking a peek at the American underground and artists like Ronnue, whose new single in “Dance Tonight” is the perfect blend of retro R&B and modern pop physicality tailor-made for this discriminating generation…
LUMP is very pleased to share their first new music of the year, and details of a second album for release in the Summer. LUMP is a collaboration between Laura Marling and Mike Lindsay of Tunng, and will release their new album, “Animal”, on the 30th July via Chrysalis/Partisan Records. It is preceded with a…
French Fries and Margarita is an enigma. But they’re pricking up ears left, right and all over the place with their non-gender-, non-genre-, non-sexuality-conforming schtick, which is our kind of schtick. Also, don’t ask their age. ‘Timeless’ is the answer, which is our fault for asking really. As for the name… LOVING, much? Thing is,…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope RESULTS OF ADULTS’ NEW LP “INTERSTELLAR PEACH DELIGHT” IS OUT TODAY! Throughout the history of collective human culture, we have continually searched for a connective meaning between the instinctual collision of sound and color. For some, this connection is purely metaphorical, and for others, it is an unavoidable and innate sensory…
Sophie Kaushik Sings Beyond Her Years On Popular Cover Of “Drivers License” While Working On Debut Single Rapidly growing in popularity, Sophie Kaushik’s Youtube cover of the recently released popular pop song “Drivers License” brings an element of emotion and vocal refinement to Olivia Rodrigo’s super hit. The moving cover is accompanied by the creative…
It’s often said the music gene runs in the family. In Sugar Addikt’s case, that’s couldn’t be more true. This mother and son duo demonstrates that special synergy that only a family bond can foster as their infectious electronic anthems are released into the world. What struck me most when first listening to their debut…
Drifters In Vellichor are back with another belter as they explode into 2021 with their latest single ‘The Shadow’. The duo is made up of Dan Black and Rich Barnett’s musical mastery, as they boast a beautifully diverse repertoire. Featuring their uniquely genre-fusing flavour is the dynamic debut EP ‘Forgotten Tracks’ that burst onto the…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JASON PAYNE & THE BLACK LEATHER RIDERS Announce New Video ‘The Dark’, Reveal First Teaser! London based metallers JASON PAYNE & THE BLACK LEATHER RIDERS have announced their new video ‘Dark’, available on all major platforms on June 4th. Jason Payne reveals first details on the video: “I’m very pleased to…
When reality became too much, ELUNIA created an alternative existence. A singer-songwriter-producer executing all of her own visuals, the New Hampshire-based recording artist captures the endless meaning of human interaction as an immersive experience. Her music delves beneath the surface, with striking electronic textures, soaring melodies, and observant, probing lyrics. Although trained in music from…
Living in a time where the realms of physical and digital realities have been hyper-blended, pop stars have gained even greater cult followings and cult leaders have taken to pop stars for status. The like-share-subscribe mass mentality caused by social media consumption has led to a severing of natural serotonin receptors and loss of human…
Berlin-based three-piece Varley unveil the incredible video for their effervescent latest cut ‘Push Pull’. Born from receiving unsolicited advice one too many times, this latest offering is a playful response in the shape of flawless indie-pop. Sharing a little more, the band explains: “Push Pull” is our tongue-in-cheek response to the unsolicited and sometimes disheartening…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jake Bugg is out of this world in video for new Steve Mac produced single ‘Lost’ His latest instalment, in a new chapter that puts Jake back on the map with a dynamic, exciting new sound, ‘Lost’ is produced by Steve Mac and demonstrates a refreshing upbeat energy, whilst retaining his…
Dantès Alexander, the Prince Regent of EDM, is releasing his highly anticipated new 4 song EP “New Jack City” on Friday, June 4th, 2021. Fresh off his nomination for Best EDM Entertainer at the Chicago Music Awards, where he was not only a nominee, but a featured presenter for the Best African Entertainer Award, Dantès…
Following on from the stunning comeback single “Play God”, British-Norwegian artist Emilie Adams is releasing another huge pop single in the shape of “Monogamy”. It’s out today via Sony Music Norway. 23-year-old Emilie has just completed a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, having written her dissertation on psychopaths and serial killers, and some of that darkness…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TRIPPIE REDD AND PLAYBOI CARTI TEAM UP ON NEW SINGLE “MISS THE RAGE” Today, platinum selling recording artists Trippie Redd and Playboi Carti release their highly anticipated new single “Miss The Rage,” out now via 10K Projects/ Virgin Music. The new single follows the release of Trippie’s first-ever rock album NEON…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Isa Marina new single “Paid Up” out now! Influenced strongly by Isa’s love for Hip-hop and Reggaeton, “Paid Up” is an ode to self-love, confidence and freedom. On the track Isa showcases a new side to her vocal capabilities, marking her first performance with a heavily melodic and rap infused tone,…
Having wowed with her stunning debut offering Mulholland Drive weeks ago, rising NYC based polymath Kaelin Kost continues to share her artistry in gorgeous new left- pop single, Lightning Love. Arriving with a suitably striking visual, the track serves to further cement Kaelin as an artist to watch as 2021 rolls forward. Speaking on the…
Anabel Englund returns with her new track out today. ‘Waiting For You’ by Anabel Englund & Yotto captures the singer/songwriter’s entrancing sound–oftentimes bright and carefree with her authentic Southern California breeziness, and other times irresistibly alluring with her dark, smouldering touch—bedded by the Finnish producer’s dreamy soundscape. Set for release on May 21st, the deluxe…
Born & Raised in Saginaw Michigan, Shan Queen was destined to be an entertainer from a very young age. Coming from parents who wrote & recorded an album together, they showed the young Shan Queen the way at the same time inspiring her to carve her own unique path into a career in music. Early…
Two gay lovers, Joey Holman (HOLMAN) and Roddy Bottum (Faith No More, Imperial Teen, CRICKETS, Nastie Band), unite to merge their affection, music abilities, and most importantly, their gay pop confidence in a new collaborative project, MAN ON MAN. Their indie-rock style is timeless, and the themes prevalent on the track rose from hardships that…
After exploding onto the Billboard and Foundations charts last month with their latest single “What Have I Done?” taking the #1 Most Added Mainstream Rock Song spots and breaking into the Top 40 Billboard Mainstream Rock Indicator chart, East Coast rock outfit Huxley has announced the release date for the track’s sobering new video. The…
