Feature stories and artist interviews
Skope: This single speculates about a place where androids have souls. What caused you to consider such a place? Jude Gwynaire: I’m writing a sci-fi thriller called ‘The Orb Forest – Where Androids Have Souls’. Without giving too much away, the idea of androids having souls is a theme around which the book is based.…
Jude Gwynaire delivers a lush, luxurious ambient suite on the lovely atmospheric sounds of “The Orb Forest (Where Androids Have Souls) Pt. 3”. Such gorgeous textures show off his deft skill at sculpting an entire universe, one whose allure proves to be irresistible. By allowing all of these elements plenty of room to roam, he…
“VIBE” was written by J. Brown, Maurice Harley and Steve James and produced by GC. The visuals to the feel-good song were directed by Rokstar Films. “I wanted to create something that was very different from my other records and I just wanted to have some fun with this single,” mentions J. Brown. “Hopefully my…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Xavier Toscano Gets You Off Your Feet With “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) vs Vogue” ROYAL BLOOD UNVEIL THE TITLE TRACK TO UPCOMING ALBUM ‘TYPHOONS’ OUT NOW After two UK #1 albums, over 2 million album sales and an array of international acclaim, you might’ve thought you knew what to…
Every now and then, you come across an album that feels magical, an album that gives you the perfect combination of the perfect backtrack mixed with the perfect vocals. That’s exactly what you get with The Loft Club’s debut album Dreaming The Impossible. The themes that can be found on the album consist of love,…
Neil Jacobson’s album Sliver Park is nine song collection of mostly straight-ahead rock & roll tracks. These arrangements are built upon relatively organic arrangements of guitar, bass, and drums, with keyboards also thrown into that mix. Jacobson sings his songs with a gravelly vocal tone. This tone can be an acquired taste, at first. It’s…
Electric Peace opens its EP with the project’s title track. Brian Kild is the act’s lead singer and has led this group since the early 90s. He sings this afterlife-predicting title song with all the enthusiasm of a hellfire and brimstone revival preacher. The song’s arrangement is a surging, Doors-like hard rocker. Kild, however sounds…
Canadian songstress VISSIA returns to the airwaves for her first single of the new year – a neo-disco classic in the making in the form of ‘On My Mind’. It’s an ode to the sweaty dancefloors that we miss so much, to that special moment of locking eyes across the room with someone – a…
Alternative pop-rockstar Lisey Tigra aims to start 2021 with a bang, with the release of her new single “Crime Scene”, which is produced by the Grammy Award-winning Brett Shaw (Florence + the Machine, Foals, Lady Gaga). The rising London-based singer delivers a powerfully emotional, raw vocal with a dark yet romantic feel and proves she…
Multidisciplinary artist Raissa debuts a new track, “SHADES ON,” today. The song is from Raissa’s forthcoming debut EP HEROGIRL, out later this year via Mark Ronson’s Zelig Records/Columbia. – https://raissa.lnk.to/ShadesOn “This song was a freestyle, a tongue in cheek moment about feeling like a boss and letting everyone know,” Raissa says. The new track follows…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Your Paris Release Dreamy New Single “First” Your Paris is Nick Babcock and Laila Kharouba. Their pop tunes are fresh yet familiar upon first listen. Since their commencement at the start of 2020, the duo has made a splash in the Ontario music scene. Their last single “Rooms” reached new listeners…
Nova Miller, is back with a brand new music video for her single “Here With Me,” – watch here. The dynamic music video for “Here With Me” is a neon-hued fantasy that will transport viewers to an unforgettable night out. The “Here With Me” video embodies the song’s fun energy and features Nova under neon…
Hot on the heels of their surprise 2020 comeback, American electro-pop duo 3OH!3 continues to make good on their promise of more new music, releasing their latest single “I’M SO SAD” – available everywhere NOW. – https://3oh3.lnk.to/imsosad Co-written by the duo’s longtime friend Benny Blanco alongside members Sean Foreman & Nathaniel Motte, “I’M SO SAD”…
International Pop and R&B artist, Tiana Kocher, has just released her new single, “Dive”, from her self-titled debut EP. The release follows a tremendously successful year for the young talent, who like many others, is fighting through the constraints of the pandemic and new landscape for musicians. The new single, written fresh out of a…
Jersey’s own Trav Torch isn’t content sticking to one genre. And filling just one musical role isn’t enough for him either. He jumped in the rap game at age 13, but his need to conquer new territory saw him making the transition to R&B a few years later. The lyricist and singer with the buttery-smooth…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope BIZZY BANKS WELCOMES THE NEW YEAR WITH IMPRESSIVE NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO “BANDEMIC” Rising drill-rapper Bizzy Banks is starting off 2021 on a bright note, introducing a brand new single and video for “Bandemic,” a vibrant, street tune that celebrates young people finding success and money during a global pandemic.…
La Srta. Dayana viene fuerte este 2021, lanzando la producción discográfica “Por Ellas”, una joya musical que cuenta con 12 temas emblemáticos de mujeres legendarias del genero Pop Balada, hecho a ritmo Urbano/Pop, como solo lo puede lograr ella. Siempre empoderando a las mujeres, este disco hace sentido en su carrera musical, ya que las…
On the heels of her 2020 release, “Keep on Loving Me”, Deidre Thornell is releasing her newest single, “The Rest of Forever”. With a familiar twang, Deidre’s heart on her sleeve comes alive with a single born out of passion, pain and hope. “A dear friend of mine was dealing with heartbreak that I couldn’t…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Regain hope and faith with Rev Peter Unger – ‘Selah’ Wacotron Prepares for “Take Off” With an Ethereal, Southside-Produced Banger Blessed with a natural charisma, Wacotron is winning fans in Texas and beyond with his drawly delivery and polished bars. Contemplating the philosophical implications of his impending success, Wacotron shares “Take…
Today sees Madison Beer release the official video for her latest single “BOYSHIT.” The single is taken from Madison’s forthcoming debut album, Life Support, out February 26th. You can watch the “BOYSHIT” video here on VEVO/YouTube and pre-order Life Support here. Drawing inspiration from David Lynch’s glamorized scenes of Americana, the “BOYSHIT” video finds Madison…
By R.M. Engelman Just like everything else this past year and into the new year, the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) live attendance show was cancelled due to Covid. The show and events were then successfully rescheduled as virtual online but still interactive. The hustle and bustle, time scheduling, warm weather, and hanging out…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Loney dear | new track & album through Peter Gabriel label Loney dear – Swedish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Emil Svanängen – today releases a new single, ‘Trifles’. It’s the latest track to emerge from his forthcoming album ‘A Lantern and a Bell’, due out March 26, 2021 via Peter Gabriel’s Real…
Giorgio Leone (IT), Italian Dj based in Taipei released its track “Infectious” with the label “Neu Gravity”. Born and raised in Catania, Italy, he showed interest since the beginning for Techno and Minimal House music, getting closer to the local underground scene he was influenced by the DJs and the producers he admired becoming friends…
Emerging with shimmering synths and playful rhythms, “Kid’s TV” further highlights Josie’s knack for concise and quick-witted songwriting. This most recent, mischievous instalment sets the tone for the release of her sophomore EP “Oh What A Godawful Stupid Idea” out 27th January, as well as laying the foundation for her inevitable infiltration into the mainstream…
‘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…
