Feature stories and artist interviews
Bailey Bryan is kicking off 2021 not with an expected celebratory New Years bop, but with “Sober” — a gorgeously constructed, melancholic reflection on a love-hangover that feels all-too-relatable. Out today is the track’s chillingly profound music video where glitter, plastic champagne glasses, Chinese takeout and silver balloons litter the floor as Bailey pleads to…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Casscade and Raj Forever team up with visual director Lukey for new video ‘Crazy Scenes’ North West LDN rapper and creative Casscade has just dropped these striking new visuals on GRM Daily’s YouTube, teaming up with director Lukey who has delivered some crazy scenes to match the track. ‘Crazy Scenes’ which…
“Many people think women aren’t the “whiskey-drinking” kind. Ironically, myself, Taylor Teasley, and Dariann Leigh are 3 ladies who love it. We wrote the song as a fun homage to enjoying a whiskey, or two, whenever the spirit moves us. Cheers to all the whiskey-drinking ladies out there who enjoy it as much as we…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ANGELES’ New Album ‘Hell On High Heels’ Enters Top 10 Charts In Europe Platinum selling legendary LA rockers ANGELES’ founder Dale George Lytle is extremely pleased to announce that their latest album ‘Hell On High Heels’ – released on July 3rd 2020, via Dark Star Records/Sony/Universal – has gained a lot…
Following years of collaborations and production for others, Jimmy Edgar makes his return to solo work with his new album Cheetah Bend, due out on February 26via Innovative Leisure, the label also responsible for his recent J-E-T-S output with Machinedrum. Recorded over the past few years in Atlanta, Detroit, Los Angeles, and beyond, it draws…
Right there, in the scalding second verse of “Live Forever,” his latest single, James Cole tells us that he raps like his life depends on it. He’s not exaggerating. The young vocalist delivers every word he writes with the absolute conviction of a true believer in the power of music to make an indelible impression…
We didn’t start with cables and screens to be in our faces all the time. Believe it or not, we were once paper-dependent. All the important make it or break it papers were written on paper, both with the official sign and seal. The virtual folders and files are a huge help for most companies…
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Singer/songwriter Lauren Teel releases highly anticipated new single Overweight. “Ever since I was a child, certain people in my life would always comment on my size and how much I ate. There were definitely times when I let it get to me; their idea that what you’re worth is based on how you look. Every…
Miami, Florida-Gothic Rock artists Astari Nite release the music video for their song Gloomy Witch. Off their new album Here Lies, which was released in May, Astari Nite releases their forth music video for their song Gloomy Witch. The video was directed by Freyja Lilith and gives a look into the creative aspect of Astari…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope SB SurfsUp – “Mode” [New Video] GoodLook| “Grind Time” Exla Music Presents Cincinnati Ohio Rapper & Recording Artist, “GoodLook.” Back and more trappier than ever with, “Grind Time.” Showing off his lyricism and natural bopping flow, GoodLook delivers an offering that will motivate and remind you that it is always time…
As a man who has been experimenting with music since middle school, Pierre Bless is in no rush to speed up his creative flow. Instead, he knows that stressing about success won’t bring success; what you put out in the universe will be what you get back. The Charlotte, NC rapper was born in Nuremberg,…
New York based Pop/Soul Singer-Songwriter Dan Kiernan has released his latest single, “The Other Side”. After the tragic & sudden loss of his father, Dan channels his grief into art with this raw & healing new song. Co-written with Rocky Paterra, Dan uses his soulful voice to navigate the process of grief and healing. I…
Nearly 40 years after the release of the track Strings Attached with which they have become synonymous, the Los Angeles-based synth pop group, Berlin, return with new single Now It’s My Turn. From their formation in the early 1980s through to today, including, of course, the iconic theme to the movie, Top Gun, Take My…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Chicago rapper Lil Rap joins to the Swervnation label Johnny Taylor, better known by his stage name Lil Rap, born on the west side of Chicago and started to rap recording his first verses at Dreadrock’s home studio. Now, the young rapper is ready to rise his career to the next…
A sense of defiance reigns supreme over the heartfelt hard rock ethos of skinsNbones soulful “There’s Reason (feat. Jason Kafoa). Stylistically they are heavily rooted in hard rock, with elements of country, grunge and more thrown into the fray for further emphasis. By far the highlight of the piece comes from the commanding voice, one…
“Napoleon Dynamite (Rokk Ur Wrld.)” is a homage to everything about the 80’s cheeky lyrics; over the top vocoders for lead vocals; whimsical synths and guitars. this should’ve been in the Napoleon Dynamite movie, but instead it just helps reduce your risk of covid-19 by 0%; side effects include smiling, laughter, and humming the chorus…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Quavo -In Da Trap (Prod By Zaytoven) Artist: VOLLESTAD – Track: Something good The story is about losing someone special. Maybe you did some mistakes, and are trying to prove to that other person wrong by undoing the mistakes. Maybe down the road the roads together eventually cross again. Artist: Trish…
by Nick Christophers It is refreshing to see artists who left their guitars in the closet for a bit return and restarts their engine. This would be the case for the California artist, Patrick Ames whose eclectic mix of rock, R&B, folk, and pop is a unique recipe. His music is raw, deep, and passionate.…
Sometimes a voice is more than just a voice; it’s a fire inside that demands release no matter what art form, no matter what it takes. LA’s Eddie Cohn has that kind of voice, and it’s led him down countless fascinating paths in what has become a full life. But no matter how he’s saying…
The Guilty Lenses is a trio from Minnesota, and the act’s album (Somewhat Romance, Somewhat Poetry) is a collection of songs that are – in reference to its title – more romantic than poetic. At its best, the album hearkens back to some of the more memorable guitar rock music from the 80s. One called…
It’s not hard to pin a genre on a band like Slammin’ Gladys; it’s impossible. They grew up on the radio – early rock and life-changing Motown, and boy did they take notes. They draw from the best of popular music – the rocking-est, the moving-est, the catchiest. They landed a respectable hit and a…
In 1989 Multi-Grammy award nominee Lacy J. Dalton released her album Survivor, its title coming from the album opener “I’m a Survivor”. In that song Dalton powerfully and triumphantly sings about how everything’s going to be alright, and that she’ll make it through. It’s bouncy, catchy and expectantly potent, which would be one of the…
The new video arrives following a 2020 that saw spectacular celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Cat Stevens’ classic era-defining album, Tea for the Tillerman. Reimagined, the newly recorded Tea for the Tillerman² saw Yusuf recast the same 11 songs for a new age with dramatic results. Described as “a statement of intent, as pertinent…
Bay Area-based rapper and MC Jada Imani is making waves in hip-hop and neo-soul. With ethereal vocals and a gritty lyricism, the 22 year-old artist brings the spirit of the East Bay into her music. In September, Imani released her first solo EP, “Ring, Ring!” – a project made during her quarantine in Hawaii. She…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Legendary 80s Band Berlin Return with Single and Exciting New Video for ‘Now It’s My Turn’ Nearly 40 years after the release of the track Strings Attached with which they have become synonymous, the Los Angeles-based synth pop group, Berlin, return with new single Now It’s My Turn. From their formation…
On December 30th, Karl Zine, producer, songwriter and one half of successful alt-pop duo RINNGS will release ‘Call It A Day’ via Wow & Flutter Records. ‘Call It A Day’ follows previous singles ‘Saffron’, ‘Outrun’ and ‘Greenscreen’ and is the final single taken from Karl Zine’s debut album penned for release January 8th 2020. ‘Call…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JUSTIN BIEBER ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE + VIDEO “ANYONE” ARRIVING NEW YEAR’S DAY VIA RBMG/DEF JAM Global superstar Justin Bieber will ring in the New Year with yet another gift for fans across the world. Today, Bieber announces his new single “Anyone” – co-written and produced by Andrew Watt with a visual…
The sweet-singing pop artist and the fire-spitting rapper: for decades, that’s been a winning combination. It’s the musical equivalent of a buddy movie, a marriage of styles, a perfect balance between the gritty and the glamorous. When the singer has an affinity for hip-hop, and the rapper understands pop presentation, that makes hybrid tracks particularly…
Thankfully, it’s finally time to close out this garbage-can year fraught with pandemic, police brutality and endless political drivel and, in doing so, what better way to sublimate our collective rage and flip the proverbial bird at 2020 than to put on a live-streamed NYE Rock Show? Announcing: F*CK 2020!, a live-streamed event to take…
Japanese singer Beverly, who is highly acclaimed for her world-class singing technique and powerful high-tone voice, released her latest track ‘Signal’ today. ‘Signal’ has been used as the image song for ‘Operation Siren’, which is the latest content release for the successful game ‘Azur Lane’. The lyrics to this mid-tempo ballad are sung from the…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Artist: Omen 44 – Track: Hentai Omen 44 originally from Kobe, evolved into a seasoned and respected Hip Hop artist since claiming NY as home and placing his stake in the music scene. The quick buzz and notoriety from his music resulted in shared global stages and collaborations with the likes…
Bible stories are eternal for a reason. Their themes resonate profoundly with our collective human experience. No matter who you are, or where you live, or what beliefs you hold, chances are, the parables will speak directly to you. The words in the Gospels are just as relevant now as they were on the day…
Jude Gwynaire embarks on a futuristic psychedelic sound with the knotted gnarled riffs of “Oracle of the Wildwood”. So many instruments yet they beautifully bounce ideas off of each other, from the lovely sound of the flute to the twists and turns of the guitar. Though rooted in psychedelic rock, there are nods to drum…
Following on from his huge Pharell Williams and Jozzy collaboration, Black Coffee returns with new single ‘You Need Me’ featuring Maxine Ashley, out 29th December. Underpinned by delicate piano chords, gospel-evoking backing vocals and Maxine’s impassioned tones, ‘You Need Me’ finds the sweet spot between raw emotion and dancefloor energy. It marks the fifth single…
Aliensdontringdoorbells have been one of the essential newcomers in pop-rock during 2020. We sat down with Christian (keyboard, vocals) and Adam (lead vocals) to find out how they’ve been spending their Christmas holidays! Hi Aliens! How are you all feeling about Christmas this crazy year? CHRISTIAN: I’m excited as always! It’s always a very special…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Shadow Warrior – Cyberblade – (NWOTHM) Shadow Warrior is the classic heavy metal attack in the vein of early Accept, Iron Maiden, Saxon and Warlock. The band was formed in 2019 and made their recording debut with 5-song EP “Return of the Shadow Warrior”, which lyrics were based directly on history…
Run The Jewels, the duo of Killer Mike and El-P, have released a video for “walking in the snow” (watch here) from their milestone 2020 album RTJ4. Directed by Chris Hopewell, who also directed the music video for RTJ3’s “Don’t Get Captured,” the stop motion visual stars action figure versions of Mike and El, who…
2020 has been a bummer for everyone and Mr. Carnivore is no exception. At the beginning of the year, the band was gearing up to launch a crowdfunding campaign to help complete a five-song release. They had already recorded the first song at Somewhere Studios and things were feeling good. Then whammy, the world shut…
New England rapper Arichussettes picks up where he left off on his Blink Of An Eye video with an interrelated new single Don’t Do Me This Way. The song tells the story of treachery that exists in the streets. “Betrayal is an everyday part of life that everyone can relate to” says Arichussettes. The track…
