Feature stories and artist interviews
Artist Lucy & La Mer teamed up with LGBTQ Influencer/Author Haley Faulkner to create a romantic, light-hearted music video about long-distance relationships. The pair, already known for their own individual content on social media, self-filmed an entire music video on their phones from opposite sides of the US. Lucy, based in Los Angeles, plays a…
North Carolina native Lenci, is not afraid to express her affinity for synthesizing music genres through her songwriting and instrumentation. With her songs often about the trials of love and life she has given her music a unique title; “My music reflects who I am internally and externally, even the parts I try to hide…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope The Caracal Project and Leotrix Link Up on Forward-Thinking Glitchy Collab “New Lesson” on Gud Vibrations – Feb 12 The boundless project from France known as The Caracal Project has been pushing the envelope as he explores various BPMs with a maddening pace. He’s now joining forces with an equally ground-breaking…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Lucki and Lil Yachty Don’t Need “Greed” in Their New Video Single Serving confessional, incantatory rhymes with his distinctive croak, Lucki plumbs the depths of his soul in his music. Serving up a hypnotic, bite-sized banger, Lucki shares “Greed,” his new video single. Built around a swirling flute melody and clunking…
Having been Dralms touring drummer for a number of years, it feels as though Zane Coppard’s cover of Plants Behind Glass is a long time in the making. Originally starting out as a session drummer in Vancouver’s bustling music scene Zane started to hone his songwriting and production craft around the time of playing with…
Maribased1’s music is second to none, and that’s because he is on a mission to demonstrate that “Seattle music is real”- not hard to do, since the rapper’s universal sound sustains the weight of his city. Four of his recent videos – “Score’N”, “Bouncin’”, “Mystery Girl”, and “Thee End” – have received major programming love…
Night Beats, the Texas-born brainchild of Danny Lee Blackwell, are today announcing their fifth full-length Outlaw R&B and sharing the first single, “New Day.” Arriving following the Dan Auerbach-produced Myth of a Man LP (Heavenly Recordings) and the recent “That’s All You Got” 7′, Night Beats’ latest long-player lands May 7th via Fuzz Club Records.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Reuben Koops | ‘Like the Movies’ – NEW SINGLE After a three year hiatus, Reuben Koops is back with a stunning new single Like the Movies, due for release on December 10. The modest, yet captivating acoustic track is a departure from more recent band-oriented material; back to his singer/songwriter roots.…
As vacations have been scarce lately, you can almost feel your ears perk to the upbeat, cruising-in-a- convertible sounds of Casual Vice. It’s easy to picture yourself on a road trip to anywhere, sun streaming down as the emotion-fueled pulse of promise pours out of the speakers. That’s the intention behind Casual Vice’s second EP,…
MADAME MAYHEM released her new single “Cruel Heart” to all digital platforms today! The single was co-written by Madame Mayhem and Keith Wallen (of Breaking Benjamin). “This was one of the first songs Keith Wallen and I wrote together. I always have such a great experience co-writing with Keith. I remember listening to this demo…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Memphis drone duo Nonconnah releases new album, shares video Nonconnah — Zachary and Denny Wilkerson Corsa — share their most ambitious sonic tapestries yet, spun across four extended tracks of swirling guitars and haunted static frequencies, and joined by special guests Owen Pallett (Final Fantasy, Arcade Fire) and synthwave juggernaut Jenn…
Sweden’s rising r’n’b/pop icon Zikai earned praise from Complex and Wonderland after her previous single ‘Twenty Something’ focused on the hedonism and lack of direction that comes with early adulthood. Adept at channelling an array of emotions into her music, Zikai now dives into nostalgia with her new single ‘Stay This Way’ with Jim Ouma.…
Not resting on the success of her brilliant disco-pop EP Introducing: Hedda Mae, Bergen’s pop starlet Hedda Mae is back with a brand new single, the 90s and 00s pop-channeling “Take It Or Leave It”. It’s out now! With all the moves, hooks and contagious personality of a 21st century pop star, Hedda Mae is…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TOTO Lead Singer Joseph Williams Debuts “Wilma Fingadoux” From Forthcoming Album He offers, “’Wilma Fingadoux’ is the latest in a long line of musical messages, songs and poems to my mother who died at the age of 41. I was 13 years old. This song is a reflection of the painful…
If you like psychedelic-sounding guitar work, you’ll likely love Jude Gwynaire’s single “King Sol and the Merwoman.” It’s nearly nine minutes of swirling, mystical musical vibes. Gwynaire created this long instrumental with acoustic guitar, 12-string guitar, electric guitar, as well as percussion, virtual Irish pipes, and virtual trumpets. This track’s opening melody has a sound…
Granfalloon, the recording project of Manchester alt-folk artist Richard Lomax, is releasing unplugged album ‘RGB Live’. Recorded in one night last December, this album captures a special performance of the Granfalloon album ‘RGB’ by Lomax, stripped back to acoustic guitar and vocals. The album is released on 5th February 2021 to launch the new Granfalloon…
Today the rising talent of KINGS ELLIOT returns with the accompanying visual for her touching latest single ‘DANCING ALONE’ – a heartfelt pop-noir ballad about navigating a relationship through the choppy waters of mental health issues. Speaking more on the video, Kings Elliot shares: “I filmed this video outside my house on my phone and…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Moontype (seen in NYT, Stereogum FADER) announce debut LP/Share “About You” Today, Moontype have announced their debut LP Bodies of Water, which will be released on up and coming Chicago imprint Born Yesterday Records. The announcement arrives on the heels of the release of the band’s debut single “Ferry” in December…
Matt Westin delivers a spellbinding piece that feels ever so timely with “Thin Blue Line”. Sung with such soul Matt proves to be a virtual force of nature, for his deep voice contains such passion behind it. Lyrically the song reflects upon the difficulties faced by so many, the danger they willing put themselves into,…
In Nashville, in Southern California, in small clubs and honky-tonks all over Country Nation, the tide is turning. A new generation of smart, articulate, and fiercely talented young women are taking the airwaves by storm. They’re making music that’s too good – and too much fun – to be ignored. The future of country is…
Pete Beat is a UK-based artist with an alternative sound that is refreshing and tinged with dark humour. He recently released new single ‘Drinking Lager’ featuring his rich North-East accent and kooky lyrics. The Beach Boys I think the best of the Beach Boys 1960s output is the most sublime music I’ve ever heard, and…
Lyrically driven, brazen and bold, singer-songwriter Ella-Jane Sharpe hold nothing back with her newest single “The Truth”. Cutting deep to the truth of it all and overcoming a break-up, Ella-Jane exemplifies the notion that all you need to do sometimes is just dance your heartache away. – https://open.spotify.com/track/1lGo2ejZZxr1bqAncGkTQU Ella-Jane Sharpe is a British-Australian Jazz and…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Artist: HOFF – Track: Another Country Song Since he made his first trip to the US when he was a young boy HOFF was fascinated by Country Music. Growing up he listened to everything from Hank Williams to Keith Urban. Every time he went on Vacation to the US his travel…
Based out of England “She Made Me Do It” is a music project that is more unique than each and every one of the trillions of snowflakes said to have it’s own identity as it falls to Earth. Guitarist Will Crewdson (Adam Ant, Bow Wow Wow, Rachael Stamp) and Vocalist/bassist Shaheena Dax (Rachael Stamp) along…
Emerging Hip Hop Performer/Producer Jesse Eplan has teamed up with Da Last Phoenix & Kfedey to release the video for their single “Ecstasy”, available now on Spotify and all the major services. – https://open.spotify.com/album/5lmPmGAYsQLHpa60AbC486 With major influences ranging from artists like Future to Lil Uzi Vert, Chris Brown and Travis Scott – Jesse Eplan has…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Ghosts Of Men: Rallying joint single ‘Hold On’ Heavy, alternative two-piece rockers Ghosts Of Men announce the release of their joint single with Samantics on 5 February. ‘Hold On’ comes ahead of the band dropping their second album ‘Exhale’ (from which it’s taken) on 14 May 2021. The band will release…
Effectively managing business finances is one of the common challenges that most small business owners face these days. While keeping the day to day business operations running smoothly, managing human resources, and creatively managing other important business tasks, business finances often neglected. As a small business owner, if you don’t have much experience in business…
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, London-based singer Ashleigh Bankx has shared sultry love song “Angel” alongside some steamy visuals. The independent artist’s first official release, “Angel” is an impassioned love song that arrives with accompanying visuals to set the mood. Inspired by the likes of Lauryn Hill, Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone and Rihanna, as…
Seldom artist deliver such a polished and massive release right out of the gate, but Singer-Songwriter MUSZETTE deliver just that and more with her debut EP, BIG MOOD. The femme fatale delivers a highly energetic and empowering anthems within every track, perfect for the comeback year ahead of us. – https://open.spotify.com/album/22i7hQlbkn3eUvYC4yvCeO MUSZETTE may have just…
Fresh from her debut album release, Swedish singer-songwriter LOVA shares the music video for her new single ‘Dance For The Hell of It’. The music video for ‘Dance For The Hell of It’ takes place during a high school dance and follows the main character’s desire to fit in. Together with synchronised dance routines and…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Psychedelic Porn Crumpets drop final installment of warped visual trilogy with ‘Pukebox’ music video Completing what’s been a significant creative journey over the last few years, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets and filmmaker Oliver Jones present the official video for the band’s latest single, ‘Pukebox’. DYLYN Share Electro Pop Single “Make It Naked”…
Iris teamed with fellow Norwegian SKAAR on new single “voodoo voodoo”. Today sees the release of the video for the track, a fun and horror move inspired clip made by Bergen filmmakers Brusjan. On “voodoo voodoo”, iris was inspired by the style and production of Banks and Lorde and enlisted friend (and fellow Norwegian songwriter)…
Eclectic duo Moonlight Social are kicking off the New Year with their stellar new single and lyric video for “What Do You Want From Me?” Another bold and unique song from the group, the song will take you away as it fills the room and your ears with a blissful melody that is placed throughout.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ATL Multi-genre Artist, 5AM Releases Debut Album You’re Going To Be Fine Today Singer/rapper/producer, 5AM released his album You’re Going To Be Fine via 1865/Interscope Records. On the eleven-track project the Atlanta-native creates a euphoric escape for his fans integrating R&B, alt-pop, and hip-hop, linking real stories culled from a remarkable…
Canadian alt-metal crossover stars SUMO CYCO are about to transcend into an explosive new era with their upcoming full-length, Initiation, scheduled for release on May 7, 2021 via Napalm Records! Interlaced with infectious heavy metal grooves, pop-perfected hooks, electronic undertones and a dose of punk flavor, Initiation breaks all the rules while delivering a cohesive…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope For Those I Love to release self-titled debut album on March 26th | Watch video for “Birthday / The Pain” now Following a 2020 that introduced the Dublin producer and songwriter David Balfe to the world through the hard-nosed, beautiful eulogy of debut single “I Have A Love” and the socio-political…
Below, Amber Lee tells us what “Tell Me What You Mean” actually means. Skope: Your singing has a jazzy thing going for it. Would you call yourself a jazz-influenced singer, if not fully a jazz singer? Amber Lee: This is the first time someone has stated my music is jazzy, so it’s hard to say…
Amber Lee proves to be a potent force in the world of pop on the incredible intimacy and tenderness of “Tell Me What You Mean”. Stylistically rooted in pop, she effortlessly incorporates elements of electro, funk, synth pop, and even jazz into the mix giving the sound a lovely lilting cadence. The arrangement plays to…
Nashville-based Singer-Songwriter, MEIA, is continuing to push boundaries with her unapologetic lyrics on her latest single, “Date Myself.” Out today, “Date Myself” showcases a combination of MEIA’s confident writing ability, self awareness and the exploration of different dimensions of her sensual yet commanding vocals. MEIA wants to empower women while helping to break the stigma…
One of the greatest gifts I got from 2020 is how much quarantine pushed me to grow as a producer. I learned to trust my own skills, my own ear, my own sound. That was my favorite thing about working on this cover — I got to play with situating the song inside of an…
