Feature stories and artist interviews
Dark Pop songstress Bara Hari, announces the release of her new EP “Dark New Day”. Bara Hari started writing “Dark New Day” in April of 2020 under less than desirable circumstances and humble beginnings. Armed with only a computer and a midi controller shoved in the corner of her kitchen, she was determined to get…
@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…
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…
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…
@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…
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…
@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…
‘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…
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…
@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…
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…
@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…
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…
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…
