Feature stories and artist interviews
If you could plant a phone, what sort of flower would bloom? Something radiant, right? – colorful, dynamic, and maybe a little sinister, too. In the vibrant clip for “You Sad,” the latest single from Tkay Maidza, the Zimbabwean-born, Australian-based singer and rapper reclines in a vivid blossom field overhead, even the clouds in the…
It is impossible for me to dislike this song. I knew from the beginning, when the slinking groove kicks in, that this single “Buddha” would win me over. Elz Bentley’s vocal style sealed the deal as words and images began rolling out of him, bouncing with the rhythm, darting, ricocheting through my head. He knows…
Astræa’s latest release, ‘My Own Worst Enemy’ is an introspective and haunting piano ballad which sees her addressing her own inner demons. https://www.instagram.com/astraeamusica/ Born out of a comment made by Astræa’s music teacher, the song is an honest and unwavering look at the self-sabotage which so many women working in the music industry can suffer…
Yusuf/Cat Stevens has released “On The Road To Find Out,” newly recorded and reimagined for the upcoming Tea for the Tillerman² album release, due September 18th via UMe in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the era-defining, multi-platinum selling album. Inspired by a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation, the new arrangement presents a deeper…
“‘True Believers’ is about being overwhelmed with the constant stream of news and information we see everyday. It’s about feeling anger and frustration with the state of the world. In a way, the track mocks the All Lives Matter culture that has come to fruition in the U.S. DSP – https://smarturl.it/LAWFire At times when you’re…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Tycho Jones – “Carni” Following on from his underground banger ‘Don’t Be Afraid’, Londoner Tycho Jones continues on his unique musical journey with his latest offering ‘Carni’, an ode to London’s Notting Hill Carnival. A fusion of dub, jungle, and post-punk, Jones infuses a nostalgic narrative with sonic vibes that would…
Singer, songwriter, and producer Charlotte Day Wilson returns today with two new tracks – the velvety love song “Take Care Of You” feat. Syd and the effortlessly sunny “Summertime”. The Toronto native melds soul, jazz, and R&B to create atmospheric upbeat ballads that breathe warmth and intimacy into contemporary pop. Her first offerings of 2020…
“Do Your Thang” is a breezy summertime recipe of country, pop, and dance elements that celebrate individual expression, inclusivity, and the beauty of being yourself. Produced by award-winning producer Jeff Johnson (Chris Buck Band, Meghan Patrick), “Do Your Thang” follows Lisa’s first single of 2020, “Wait On Me”, and it’s also the second song released…
Perfectly encapsulating the pre-relationship butterflies, Toronto native Tilsen delivers a bubbly love song with “Preoccupied.” Reminiscent of infectious melodies like Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now,” Tilsen evokes the same vibrant energy in her latest track while touching on her most recent infatuation. “I wrote this song when I was first falling in love with someone.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Pluto x “Hood Baby”: Lil Gotit and Future Share “What It Was” Video Wielding an offbeat and infectious melodic style, Atlanta’s Lil Gotit is quickly earning the approval of his city’s trap elite. Joining up with Future, Gotit shares the video for “What It Was.” With production from D. Hill, who…
Released this May, Death Valley is singer-songwriter David Haerle’s second album following his 2018 debut Garden of Edendale. Death Valley’s marriage of guitar-driven rock to a shimmering California sound calls out to the best of classic American and British rock. Think Laurel Canyon meets Peter Frampton. The songs track one man’s search for a renewal…
A soulful, elegantly crafted “Work With Whatcha Got” shows off the Bobby Deitch Band’s impressive, undeniable chops. Going for a truly impressive, all-encompassing sound there is something outright joyous about the way the tracks all come together to create a vast tapestry. Tremendous color pours out of every piece from the taut guitar riffs to…
With a catchy beat and powerful message, Sophia Treadway’s new single “Not That Into You” is already seeing great traction across Spotify and pop fans. The meaning behind her song is that sometimes you like someone and it’s just a little crush and they make it into something more. At the end of the day…
Hot on the heels of her latest release, “Santa Fe”—Cailin Russo has released a brand new track called “High.” The song was written by Cailin and two friends, Micah Jasper and Jesse Thomas, with Jasper also serving as producer. Cailin describes the new song as “a projection of a mental trip through a house party,…
What is SAAY all about? “Don’t be afraid to express yourself” In these times.. We all should not be afraid to SAAY What you like… or Don’t like! Wikipedia defines the word Messenger as a person or thing that carries a message. And that is what this group does – They carry the message of…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Grammy-winning producer Ricky Reed’s “Better” w/ Leon Bridges & Kiana Ledé out today with video! Ricky Reed debuts “Better” with Leon Bridges & Kiana Ledé and its accompanying video (directed by Jai Moseley) today, the latest track from the Grammy-winning, multiplatinum producer and songwriter’s forthcoming debut album The Room—due August 28…
What is summer without a sure fire banger from one of the Caribbean’s most exciting breakout stars, Shenseea. The twenty-three year old Interscope/Rich Immigrants signee has been on an exciting ascent and today she releases new single “Sure Sure.” Shenseea is fully in her element on this track switching between her bold delivery of patois…
With the soul of Emily King and Pharrell, the vibe of Daft Punk, and the style of FutureSex/LoveSounds-era Justin Timberlake, California-based pop duo, JUICYPEAR, is here to crash your next roller-skating party. Comprised of Jacob and Jasmine Mayeda – partners in both music and life – JUICYPEAR is releasing their much anticipated debut single, “Golden…
Danish pop-house DJ, Muri, has released her debut single “Fallin’” via Astralwerks. Download/stream. The suiting female vocal takes the listener on a journey through seductive verses to a catchy hook with a heavy drop and a strong, dark-sounding kick. Muri says, “I hope that ’Fallin’’ will give people chills. I hope that people will feel…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CHARLIE PUTH AND BLACKBEAR JOIN FORCES ON NEW SONG, “HARD ON YOURSELF” Multi-GRAMMY nominated and multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer, Charlie Puth, has teamed up with multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer, blackbear, for a new song, “Hard On Yourself,” which seamlessly fuses funk, pop, and R&B sensibilities. The track is instantly captivating and proves why the hitmakers…
Starting out in New Jersey in the 1960’s, Walter has always brought the whole package of writing, playing, and singing on his blues journey. His lengthy trip took him from stage to stage with the likes of Canned Heat, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, and John Lee Hooker among others. This album continues in Walter’s trend of…
The truth will set you free. Nimic Revenue never felt like she fit in—with family, peers, or society—but music was her way out. “I always just felt different,” she says. “I make music that reflects how I feel. It lets me talk to myself in a pure way.” Growing up in Minnesota, the 20-year-old recalls…
Rising star DJ/producer Chico Rose teams up with fellow GRAMMY-winning Dutch phenomenon and mentor Afrojack, together they return with another slam dunk record in the shape of Speechless’. The two artists go back for years already, presenting a timeless tune, packed in an addictive dance groove, blending with Pop peculiarities, that sure to wow crowds…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Flare Voyant: ‘Elusive Times’ EP is released on 7 November 2020; watch first video ‘Elusive Times’ from Flare Voyant is released on 7 November 2020. The collection is a 4-track statement of Rock and Roll extravaganza that aligns their Jazz Fusion and Prog aspirations closer to their Hard Rock and Funk…
KICCC has released his first full-length album, The Water Knows. The album will include, his previously released singles “Here,” “Control,” “Wine,” and “Iced Tea,” along with five unreleased tracks and two instrumentals that encapsulate the journey of self-exploration and self-validation through the characteristics of water and its infinite incarnations. “I wrote each song thinking about…
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…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Flare Voyant: ‘Elusive Times’ EP is released on 7 November 2020; watch first video ‘Elusive Times’ from Flare Voyant is released on 7 November 2020. The collection is a 4-track statement of Rock and Roll extravaganza that aligns their Jazz Fusion and Prog aspirations closer to their Hard Rock and Funk…
Representing for the DMV, Amala consistently puts in the work to be the artist we see and love today. She set the bar high with her first single ‘ MOJO ‘ and hit us back to back with her newest single ‘ On Demand ‘. Way more than a beautiful face and contagious personality, she…
Tally Spear has released her brand new EP Tally. The EP displays the varying sides of the London singer’s unique brand of alt-pop, which combines a dark gothic touch with a glamorous carefree shimmer that’s also steeped with attitude throughout. It features brand new songs including the hard-hitting rock track ‘City Girl’ and a cover…
He may be short, but he packs a lot of punches. 5ive Ft Giant doesn’t give himself enough credit; first, he’s actually 5’2, and second, he has defied all of the odds that were barriers against his advancement. During the time 5ive was starting, Knoxville, TN was not a place where rappers thrived; it was…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Evilcult: Release Official Video Drunk by Goat’s Blood The first official video clip of the Speed/Black/Thrash Metal band Evilcult has just been released for the track Drunk by Goat’s Blood. Present at the debut At the Darkest Night, the song was chosen because it is exciting and demonstrates the various influences…
Bursting with bubblegum angst, singer/songwriter, Cheyenne Benton breathes lyrical fire into the world of atmospheric Indie Pop with the release of her new charismatic self-penned, self-produced single, “In My Head.” The catchy up-tempo track sporting her powerful vocals and perfectly stacked harmonies recently premiered on San Diego’s 91X FM and is now available at all…
Indie pop darling Silver Sphere releases her new track “handle me” along with the music video via Little Worry/RCA Records. Watch HERE. “handle me” follows Silver Sphere’s latest track “crowd” which Idolator called “lovely.” Last month, she announced her forthcoming EP all my boyfriends, due out this Fall, with an immersive trailer. 20-year-old Silver Sphere…
“LAVA!” is ØZI’s first full English song since his 2018 self-titled debut, “ØZI: The Album”. The song is a showcase of his versatility as a bilingual artist and takes the shape of a carefree, feel-good R&B summer track. https://www.instagram.com/ozifp/ “LAVA!” is also ØZI’s first time collaborating with Ian Jeffrey Thomas, who most notably produced for…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New Release Alert: Sophie Beem, Petty Her latest single “Petty” explores a deeper side, pulling from her past experiences in the dating world. A complicated relationship led Sophie to write this personal song that aims to empower young women in similar situations. When describing the motivation behind the single, Sophie said, “Petty…
Victoria Owsnett is the up and coming electro-pop sensation revitalising our playlists with a synth-soaked summer anthem. Hailing from the North East of England, Victoria has been writing and producing her own music for over six years as her distinctive electro-pop sound continues to flourish. Citing influences such as Fickle Friends, Lorde, London Grammar and…
Heartspeak, is the new album from musician, actor and award winning filmmaker Kaelen Ohm’s intimate multimedia project AMAARA. Set for release this Friday, the ethereal-pop collection was written as a culmination of a life-changing heartbreak and the end of a marriage. New album single “Desert Storm” arrives today alongside a self directed, produced & edited…
A wise man once said, “smooth is a lifestyle,” and while we don’t have any context regarding what he’s referring to, it makes sense in every area of life. Smooth in communication? Yes. Smooth with love? Definitely. But smooth with music? Spot-on. Devinn Le’Raay encompasses all of the above in his buttery smooth R&B. Some…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope POWFU x ALEC BENJAMIN x RXSEBOY TEAM UP WITH SISTA PROD FOR “EYES BLUE LIKE THE ATLANTIC PART 2” Rapper Powfu, acclaimed singer-songwriter Alec Benjamin and rapper-producer RXSEBOY have officially teamed up for a brand new version of Italian producer Sista Prod’s breakout phenomenon “Eyes Blue Like The Atlantic.” NEEDTOBREATHE release…
Jeffrey Li is only 15 years old, but his commentary on romance through retrospection in the single “Anniversary” is mature far beyond what the status quo in pop music would normally call for. An acoustic guitar is waiting to greet us shortly after pressing the play button in “Anniversary,” and while its strings emit a…
