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Steven Moses always felt like an outsider. The 20-year-old rapper from Blair County, Pennsylvania remembers his small-town, middle-American upbringing as both liberating and confining. At home, where he and his sister were homeschooled for most of their lives, Moses was encouraged to explore an early interest in music. He picked up his first guitar at…
London-via-Melbourne’s CLOVES returns with battle-ready single “Dead.” The song sees the singer go full-throttle with her tantalising ode to the dark world anxiety can create in the mind, made real in the visuals also launching today out via Interscope Records. Watch the video directed by Daniel Carberry & Carley Cussen on Youtube now; Those wishing…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Falcon Jane (Darling Recordings-signed, GoldFlakePaint-tipped, RIYL Faye Webster, Fenne Lily) – Shares New Single The new music – although maintaining some of those charming melodies and shimmering soundscapes that were presented on her GoldFlakePaint and Grey Estates-tipped debut, Feelin’ Freaky – turns towards the darkness for inspiration just as much as…
Sugarcane Jane’s “Waking Up America” deserves to be played as loudly as possible for it roars through with sheer force. Keepings things to the absolute essentials they power on through with infectious, gritty riffs. During certain moments they tap into the classic cool of the White Stripes in terms of pure intensity. A careful mixture…
Faith meets funk on the tremendous energy of Antwan Jenkins “Victory”. A tremendous burst of energy defines the whole track. Sun-drenched with sheer optimism the lyricism focuses upon the bliss that faith can bring. The communal spirit feels righteous as the interplay between the group has a natural, easy-going quality to it. Volume is an…
Zarbo releases the perfect party banger ‘Get Up and Dance (Electro Remix)’ filled with exotic EDM melodies and pumping beats that sets up the mood instantly. With exceptional infectious energy and exotic taste in EDM music, a power pop-rock trio from Canada formed in the 80s named Zarbo has once again been revived by founder…
Fire and ice are opposites. Nevertheless, they fit: they’re both elemental, and they both sting. Fire sears like a guitar solo, while ice stays solid like a groove from an imperturbable rhythm section. Singer-songwriter Stokoff knows fire, and he knows ice, and he isn’t intimidated by either one. On “Fuego & Hielo,” he’s giving you…
The song is from Raissa’s forthcoming debut EP HEROGIRL, out early next year via Mark Ronson’s Zelig Records/Columbia. Within the context of the hero’s journey on HEROGIRL, “CROWDED” finds Raissa struggling to reconcile a pattern of unrequited love in her life. “I always had all this love for others swelling in my heart, in my…
Sam DeRosa delivers emotional pop perfection with latest single “Sad Faces” and additionally reveals a brand new video following the official premiere via Flaunt Magazine. “Sad Faces” comes at a time where we all need to take a moment to pause for a mental health check. The new tune is the third offering lifted from…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope 156/SILENCE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “NO ANGEL” SharpTone Records’ newest signees, Pittsburgh’s breakout hardcore/metal band 156/SILENCE, have debuted a new single titled “No Angel” today. The track is found on the band’s forthcoming Deluxe Edition of their critically praised record “Irrational Pull,” that’s set for release on November 27th. Chicago’s King Von…
Kandy Apple Redd (KAR) drops their Isotopia Records debut with a new sexy sound on “Do Things”. A sultry sensual sound rises above from Kandy Apple Redd’s silky smooth “Do Things”. Everything about the track feels charged with an intense energy. Layer upon layer is filtered into the mix giving it a lush, luxurious tenor.…
Australian R&B/pop artist Kinkora has delivered a mesmerising new track “You Got Me” alongside a perfectly pastel music video. The track is stripped back and intimate, providing plenty of space for Kinkora’s smokey, warm vocals and lush harmonies to shine. It’s modern R&B done perfectly, with Kinkora’s mesmerising melodies floating gently above reverberant guitar and…
After a long absence from song writing, Indie Singer/Songwriter DuncanC from Jersey, UK, finally found the confidence to put his songs out there back in April this year with the release of Nhs-the Real Heroes. A charity single about the current climate we are living through and also in support of the Nhs (National Health…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Brixx & Abigail Asante drop ‘Bad Gyal Bounce’ Radiating ultimate female energy at a time when females are dominating the UK rap scene, the pair spin the track with witty one-liners and hard-hitting flows. A song which is due to be an anthem for the females, Brixx once again emits her…
LA-based singer/songwriter BLÜ EYES is proud to debut “Just Life” her fifth release of the year, out everywhere today. The relatable track, co-written with Jonny Shorr and Haley Joelle, tells a story of fights between friends that feel like actual breakups. “The first line of the chorus is, “There’ll be nights you wanna punch the…
Ione’s new single provides throwback dreamy RnB with a modern flair that’s sure to have you belting out the lyrics at home. ‘Loved by You’, Ione’s latest musical offering, serves up some warming 90s pop vibes with crystal clear vocals and catchy songwriting. Self-penned and produced by Tone Jonez with assistance by Gavin Holligan the…
LaTona is an American singer, songwriter, and entertainer. Born in Brooklyn, New York. She wrote, recorded and worked as a back-up singer for bands like Rock Master Flash and the Dynamic Three. She was managed by Cyndi Lauper’s Production company (David Wolfe Productions), under Robin Irvine’s management. She performed in Brooklyn nightclubs, including the legendary…
Everyone is talking about how we need to listen to new black voices. Lesibu Grand is exactly that. Afropunk.com, the leading alternative black culture curator, called Lesibu Grand’s latest single and video “We Fucking Suck” (or “WFS”), “the punk anthem we need” and “an instant classic”. Punkblack.com another leading black culture blog, said “WFS” “wields…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jesse Mac Cormack Releases New Songs “Let It Go / Incomplete” // New Album Arriving in 2021 Jesse Mac Cormack is keeping busy during these strange times and is thrilled to unveil today two brand new songs titled “Let It Go” and “Incomplete.” These fresh tracks follow the release of the…
Drew Haley is captivating and just as refreshing with her new EP “Wildflower” released on Friday October 2nd, 2020. Download and Stream here: https://soulspazm.ffm.to/wildflower “Wildflower” captures Haley’s journey as a an incredible songwriter and her vocals are absolutely intoxicating as she brings the listener into her world of love and light. Drew Haley is not…
Philadelphia-based, New Jersey born singer and lyricist, Danny Scerbo, is establishing himself with a fresh new sound and brand, embracing his flamboyant style and personality. His new single “Company” combines elements of pop, hip-hop, and funk in the perfect formula to make listeners feel confident and want to dance. With sassy lyrics over a hip-hop…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Statues release “Holocene” album Statues are back with a new album. “Holocene” is the first release from the band since their debut “Adult Lobotomy”, released on German label Crazysane Records in 2018. The debut sold out in no time, and received praise by critics as well as punk legend Walter Schreifels…
Following her debut last month, emerging pop singer and songwriter JULIANA. has released her new single “Burn.” Written after a bout of depression, “Burn” served as a breakthrough moment for JULIANA. in both her mental health and her songwriting. The song allowed the Los Angeles-born and based artist to release negative emotions she’d been dealing…
Av3ry is an AI program and a virtual persona, who is composing music, communicating with people and learning from interactions. The main component is the on demand conversation and art generation of the bot. The goal is to create unique pieces of music and art in the given moment – and based on the criteria…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jeremiah Fraites Teams Up With Paul Nicklen And SeaLegacy For Powerful “Maggie” Video The Lumineers co-founder, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jeremiah Fraites has teamed up acclaimed videographer/marine biologist Paul Nicklen for a powerful video set to his new single “Maggie.” In close collaboration with SeaLegacy, 21st-century storytellers that use cutting-edge media to…
A surrealistic blend of dream pop meets shoegaze, TWOFEW crafts a tender work with the potent “On The Run”. Layer upon layer of sound is brought into the fray with painterly precision. From the spaced-out vibes of the guitar riffs to the dramatic flair of the rhythms it all works in a delirious way. By…
Harrow Fair (Miranda Mulholland and Andrew Penner) sat down with @skopemag to talk about its new acoustic single, “Sins We Made” (out October 29th). @skopemag: For a duo, your sound is very full. How do you achieve that? Andrew Penner: Our sound came together fast. We started collaborating and immediately found the combination of our…
Asher’s notable musical career began with classical violin training at the tender age of 2—leading to his first formal concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic at 13. Since then, Asher’s improvisation expertise across multiple genres has inspired an innovative career as a cutting-edge electric violinist. Asher’s engaging soloist performances have taken him to iconic venues such…
The English language can be easily arranged, divided, and reassembled. Words can be put together in a sentence with no regard to create a demand, question, and statement. But few have the power to arrange words with essence and significance and express them with firmness and spirit. Nas is one of the few with that…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Nation Beat Drops New Music Video For Title Track “The Royal Chase” The chase has been on for a longtime for drummer/percussionist extraordinaire Scott Kettner. With his collective Nation Beat, he has long explored the folkloric musical traditions of Brazil and Louisiana. That exploration of the shared history and culture of…
JRTheBand isn’t exactly a band, nor is it a one-man-band. It’s JR (real name, Jeremy), along with a drummer, Jeff Stanley. However, JR is the driving force behind this music, and took a little time to tell us about himself. Skope: What was the “significant life event” that happened to you in the summer of…
On the heels of her A SOFT PLACE EP release, Calgary alt-pop artist Selci invites us deeper into her surrealist vision with the video for “Live Your Light,” out today. Co-directed with emerging filmmaker Annabeth Trondsen—who also contributed to Selci’s darkly humorous “For You” video—the duo’s latest offering revolves around the concept of future nostalgia.…
Everyone deserves real love. Real love that’s unyielding, open, honest, and true. Unfortunately, we don’t get that and just get a love that’s one-sided and unfulfilled, where we dedicate ourselves our partner only to find out that they’re not doing same and completely unfaithful to the relationship. That’s where Australian-based R&B singer-songwriter Britney Quinn comes…
While the COVID-19 pandemic forced most musicians to a grinding halt, Regina rapper Pimpton has ramped up his output releasing a brand new animated music video for his latest single “ML Pimp” from his upcoming new visual album “TUNNELZ”. The Aurélien Offner directed video features an animated Pimpton making his way through the galaxy with…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Roots & Tings Drop New Single Roots and Tings comments, “‘Election Time’ speaks to the complex feelings Americans have about the upcoming election. The phony political promises, the broken, intrinsically racist, sexist, classist and, in this time, a lying administration that is increasingly, dangerously authoritarian. The need to resist and fight…
Sub Pop has signed musician Lael Neale [pron. l-ai-l n-EE-l] to release her songs into the world in 2021. In celebration of the announcement, we are pleased to share the video for her first single “Every Star Shivers in the Dark,” which features Lael’s crystalline voice poised above a drum machine and hypnotic church organ,…
The Flip Flop Republic is more than a Tropical Rock Band. It’s a mindset and an escape in search of a good time. An excuse to give yourself a break and enjoy the moment. Their music will take you away to your favorite beach and their live show will make you want to move there…
Bordeaux-based hard rock purveyors DÄTCHA MANDALA unveil brisky heavy blues new video “Mother God”. Their new album ‘Hara’ is available through Mrs Red Sound. Get compelled by the frenzied blues rhythm right now! “The band has a wonderful understanding of songwriting” Two Guys Metal Review “Dätcha Mandala are more than capable of writing both balls…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LA’s NEW LANGUAGE Smacks Self-Inflicted Hypocrisy On New Single “Stuck With Yourself,” “Stuck With Yourself” is the title and priority track off of NEW LANGUAGE’s sophomore LP ‘Stuck With Yourself.’ It is arguably the most head-turning track the band has put out to date, due to the alternative shift in tones,…
With striking and energetic performances, DJ Ty Street defines entertainment. When people think of an artist, they naturally associate with actors, musicians, and singers. But how often do we think of a DJ? With a growing following amongst people of all ages, DJ-ing is becoming a highly popular method of artistic and musical expression. To…
