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‘Molasses (Walk The Walk)’ is assured to get anyone up and moving with the new track showcasing Dylan’s trademark soul-tinged, infectious style wrapped within his indie, funk and r&b sensibilities as he addresses the theme of hitting a personal slump, losing sight of your ambitions and goals and finding your way back to your old…
Acclaimed Swedish artist Andreas Moe begins the New Year – and decade – with hope for change in his brand new single ‘Holding On’ out now. The track is the first song from his upcoming EP to be released in the spring of 2021. “‘Holding On’ is a song that’s slowly been writing itself over…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Regain hope and faith with Rev Peter Unger – ‘Selah’ Norwegian experimental-pop, Sturle Dagsland (ffo: FKA twigs, Björk, Sigur Rós) | Shares “Dreaming” single He has his self-titled debut album release out on February 5 and we’ve got some support in the pipeline from Bandcamp Daily, MOJO, Under The Radar Magazine,…
BBC Introducing composer Neil March has a new EP entitled ‘Alternatives To Despair’. The EP has already been featured on the Tom Robinson Show (BBC Radio 6 Music) and shows on Resonance FM, Amazing Radio, Exile FM and RKC. Neil, who performed on the BBC Introducing Stage at Latitude 2017 and at four subsequent festivals, is known for…
Many artists enter the music industry with no direction, navigating the treacherous waters with no support, and end up getting caught by the current or by the sharks. Not everyone is as lucky as Jaybandsome, a highschooler whose surrounding musical forces consistently guide and inspire him. His sister, Dream Doll, is a notable celebrity from…
Larry Jay proves to be a playful storyteller on the tongue in cheek journey of “2 New Girlfriends”. By far the true show stealer comes from the fantastic lyrics that gleefully incorporate so much exquisite detail that feels truly powerful. His delivery too has a commanding presence to it for he sings from a life…
Trace The Sun embodies everything that the sun is by spreading warm sunshine to all who stop and listen. The music speaks for itself with BIG, bright notes hitting you from all directions on the new EP fittingly titled ‘Trace The Sun’. This group claims that they “create music to make you smile, move your…
The answer is undetermined, but the question is; is the world ready for the dynamo, known as Dici? The answer won’t remain unclear for much longer, as Dici’s self titled EP is about to be unleashed upon us. Where do we begin with Dici? He is Italian born, and Miami raised, and somewhere in between,…
Upcoming singer-songwriter Brigitte Bardini has today announced her glowing new single Wild Ride, a celebration of the leap of faith that is deciding to pursue a full time career in music, out today, January 22. Wild Ride is accompanied by a stunning video clip directed by Wilk (Sarah Blasko, Ella Hooper, Gotye) and is a…
South London singer & songwriter Kemi Ade returns today with the second instalment of her double EP project ‘Drive – Dusk Edition’. After releasing the first part of the project, ‘Drive – Dawn Edition’ in October 2020 (that saw her praised in the likes of COMPLEX, Notion, GUAP and more) Kemi is back with four…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope RAISSA UNVEILS SELF-DIRECTED “SHADES ON” VIDEO “SHADES ON” follows the first two offerings from HEROGIRL—”GO FAST BABY,” which was later remixed by acclaimed U.K. producer Mura Masa and Full Tac, and “CROWDED.” 2 CHAINZ AND TRAPPY GO ON A PSYCHEDELIC TRIP IN NEW VIDEO FOR “GREY AREA” “Artist To Look Out…
The Multi-Dimensional Singer-Songwriter Worked With An All-Black American, Female Team To Produce The Powerful “I’m Fine” Video Renowned indie pop artist Kingsley first earned critical acclaim in 2017 when she found herself at the forefront of Portland’s fierce, female-led underground music scene with her hit single “Ghost” and subsequent EP I Am Because I Am…
Adeola “Ade” Fabola is a Manchester based singer/songwriter whose upbeat acoustic pop is laced with rootsy folk, world music and jazz. His intricate finger picking and soft, soulful vocals combine effortlessly into a sweet feel good vibe that has drawn comparisons to Jack Johnson, Tracy Chapman and Nina Simone. “…a solid collection of feel-good friendly…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Alexander 23 Shares His Highly Anticipated Song And Visual For “Cry Over Boys” Today marks the release of rising singer/songwriter/producer, Alexander 23’s highly anticipated tender track “Cry Over Boys” With the release, Alexander 23 is featured on New Music Daily on Apple Music. The breakout artist first shared a clip of…
Internationally acclaimed, GRAMMY® Award winning artists Billie Eilish [Darkroom/Interscope Records] and Rosalía [Columbia Records] have joined forces for ‘Lo Vas A Olvidar.’ The alluring new collaboration is out now across all platforms worldwide and previewed earlier this week on the official trailer for HBO’s hit show EUPHORIA and its upcoming special episode, “Part 2: Jules,”…
After taking their quarantine tunes to The National Music Centre for recording, emerging RnB/Pop group, K O D A E is releasing their debut single, ‘Awake With Crystal Eyes’ on January 29th. Streaming Link: https://soundcloud.com/kodaemusic/awce/s-sbImkapxZs5 The diverse group formed in the spring of 2019 with their unique backgrounds to bring a fresh new flavour to…
Valentines Day Comes Early as Pair Pop The Bottle on Hot New Release “Champagne”, the new single from Sammi Rae & Los Vegas will be available on Friday January 29th on Spotify and all the major services. – https://soundcloud.com/sammiraemurciano/champagne-sammi-rae-los-vegas/s-gdzQbE5nEdV This past year Sammi Rae, who has been praised by audiences nationwide for her strong and…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Regain hope and faith with Rev Peter Unger – ‘Selah’ Atria (ex-Morningbell) video/LP Announcement After an exhausting decade of constant recording and performing, frontman Travis Atria turned to another lifelong dream: books. In 2016, he finished Traveling Soul, the first biography of iconic soul man Curtis Mayfield (co-written with Mayfield’s son…
Dread Zoe (Fabian Forbes) is a Music Artist originally born in St. Catherine, Jamaica but raised in North Miami, Florida. His name pays homage to his Caribbean roots with the Dread symbolizing his Jamaican heritage and the Zoe symbolizing the culture he was raised in. Dread Zoe released his first single “To Be Honest” in…
No matter how flashy their magazine covers are or how flamboyant they look in their music videos, many pop musicians are introverts. They have to be: the job description requires introspection, emotional honesty, and single-minded dedication to their craft. But to connect with an audience, the pop artist needs to turn all of that soul-searching…
Heistheartist does Minnie Riperton’s classic such justice on the soothing spirit of “Lovin’ You (Cover)”. Every gesture is carefully considered for they strip things down to the absolute essentials – a mere guitar and voice. Yet with these two elements they deliver something that is truly heartfelt and full of a tremendous amount of soul.…
Maybe you’ve been already playing baccarat. If you have played ever then you must be aware that the game is not quite as appealing as poker. Card play involves dedicating a player with a banker with your bet on the result. Although the player is an individual the banker portrays the home. Consequently, you generally win…
Sports broadcasting sites should be requested when any tournament begins. Today sports organizers arrive on the ground and have tried to organize football activities just right after the coronavirus epidemic. They were successful, and now in December, you can look only at the contest. The program is possible, but not to be missed by searching…
Following the euphoric house-pop track “Oxytocin” from last year, Norwegian multi-instrumentalist Lars Husby is back with another track as briis ahead of the release of his debut album next month. “Return To Us”, out today, shows a much gentler side. Lars Husby is not your usual sort of multi-instrumentalist. As a teenager he learned guitar,…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Matthew E. White + Lonnie Holley announce “Broken Mirror, A Selfie Reflection,” out April 9 on Spacebomb/Jagjaguwar In November 2018, Matthew E. White wanted to reinvent his approach to songwriting, at least for a session. In the throes of shaping the follow-up to his second studio album, 2015’s Fresh Blood, White…
Jude Gwynaire delves into a blissful interstellar beat on the bright brilliant burst of “Inanna, Queen of Heaven (Nibiru Mix)”. While he references a great deal of early 90s house energy, his approach has a more futuristic cadence to it. The tribal beats and the hypnotic loops at times recalls a little bit of jazz’s…
On land, Al3xAndrovA is making GIANT waves with her entrepreneurial, bright spirit. Known as THE Al3xAndrovA, this musician, model and actress is juggling many different ventures while always bearing a great, big smile. Buckle up and prepare for a woman who is just full of life! Al3xAndrovA says the “the power of the oceans is…
Bahar Kizil is a young singer and influencer based in Germany. Since the beginning of her career, Bahar has shown outstanding performance skills. Her charismatic personality and amazing vocals have gained her a strong foothold in the music industry. Best known as a former member of a pop trio Monrose, Bahar continues to pursue her…
For National Bagel Day, Kosha Dillz recreated the original song from Biggie Smalls (Ten Crack Commandmeents) into the Ten Bagel Commandments. Which hasn’t been done since Lin Manuel Miranda created the Ten Duel Commandments for Hamilton, in support of Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign. Kosha Dillz’ song and video celebrates the life of NY bagels…
Henny Holyfield shows us all how its done on his latest release. With Mistah F.A.B in imperious form, ‘Win (Remix)‘ is an exciting new Hip Hop track and this is the story of a man that wants others to do well. This is a selfless emcee that is one of the good guys, in an…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Regain hope and faith with Rev Peter Unger – ‘Selah’ Bronx Bred Puerto Rican Singer & Emcee Angie Rose Blooms on New EP Unstoppable Faith, and a love for God and hip-hop, propelled recording artist Angie Rose from the clutches of self-destruction, thus setting her recording career ablaze. As a result,…
Jude Gwynaire’s new single, “Inanna, Queen of Heaven (Nibiru Mix),” is a wonderful slice of dance-pop, and he took time to tell us more about the single. Skope: This song has a disco groove. What’s some of your favorite disco music? Gwynaire: I think I would choose The Bee Gees: ‘Stayin’ Alive’, Gloria Gaynor: ‘I…
A big beautiful celebration of the strength of one’s family defines Randy Seedorff’s heartfelt “Family Tree”. The bombast of the piece means it wears the heart on its sleeve, as the vocals have a great degree of compassion that seem to underly the entirety of the message. Everything about the track feels large: from the…
If you come from a small town, there’s no question that it’s going to shape you and turn you. Often, it’s because there are people in that town who hold certain standards. Some break the molds of these towns who are daring, bold, and aren’t afraid to be who they are. They’re unapologetically themselves, and…
Zoe Clark’s latest single, “Last One Standing,” is out now. She is a powerful vocalist and songwriter in Nashville, TN, who harnesses her life experiences to deliver raw, honest and vulnerable songs that are very relatable and cut to the heart. She creates music that resonates with love and pain that inspires her listeners. Zoe…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TruCarr and Rich The Kid team up for Lose My Mind Today, rising Watts, CA rapper TruCarr and Atlanta rapper Rich the Kid release their music video for “Lose My Mind,” TruCarr’s hypnotic single produced by JBFlyBoi. The track will be a part of his upcoming debut project Based On a…
The Sydney-based three-piece Middle Kids, formed of lead singer and songwriter Hannah Joy, multi-instrumentalist Tim Fitz and drummer, Harry Day, announce the release of their second album, Today We’re The Greatest, out on March 19th 2021 via Lucky Number. – https://smarturl.it/QuestionsStrm Recorded and produced in Los Angeles by Lars Stalfors (St. Vincent, Soccer Mummy, Purity…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Regain hope and faith with Rev Peter Unger – ‘Selah’ David Huckfelt Reinvents Classic Cowboy Ballad “Bury Me Not” (The Dying Cowboy) Singer/songwriter/activist David Huckfelt (of acclaimed Minneapolis group The Pines) reinterprets the definitive cowboy ballad “Bury Me Not” (The Dying Cowboy) on his upcoming album Room Enough, Time Enough out…
Hailing from Newport News, VA, Akeylah Simone is just getting her feet wet as a singer, songwriter, and now recording artist. Her debut single, “Uncertainty”, showcases her dynamic musical talent and also gives us a glimpse into her personal journey of self-discovery. Listen to “Uncertainty” now: “This is an extremely personal song to me,” explains…
Cooper Phillip has garnered acclaim from the likes of Hollywood Life, Wonderland, Earmilk and PopDust to name a few. She is also known as an Instagram influencer and has gone viral on Spotify and YouTube, receiving over 10 million streams to date. Born in a small town in Russia to a family of accomplished classical musicians, her early years were shaped being raised by…
