Feature stories and artist interviews
Ratinoff releases new song “I Need It” filled with new wave shimmer and infectious melody. Stream it here – https://orcd.co/oyyvrx9 “The inspiration for the song came from an experience I had when I kept crossing paths with a girl I went to middle school with and always had a crush on. I avoided making eye…
Pennsylvania native Keith Kenniff’s output as Goldmund has established him as one of the preeminent composers of minimal piano-based ambient music alongside peers like Hauschka, Dustin O’Halloran, and even Ryuichi Sakamoto, who himself once described Kenniff’s work as “so, so, so beautiful”. DSP – https://smarturl.it/ibfvzw His recordings tread sincerely along paths laden with dusty timbres,…
With tears streaming onto the bathroom floor of a 160 square foot apartment in Santa Monica, California, Aubrey Toone’s dreams were in eyesight, catching the shimmer of sunlight for just a moment and just as flirtatiously danced within reach in front of her. That summer spent in California, a collective group or scattered thoughts spiraled…
Suffolk-based songwriter Amy Milner returns with the achingly beautiful new single “Closer”. An affecting and deeply personal piano & vocal lead composition, it’s a stripped down track that exhibits Amy’s raw vocal talent and songwriting prowess. At first familiar, the song becomes increasingly mysterious and otherworldly, with the help of atmospheric soundscapes and distorted vocal…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New > Raven Bush & Coral Dolphin share “Moonglades” video > watch here ‘Moonglades’ is a collaboration between composer/producer Raven Bush and choreographer and dance artist Coral Dolphin, comprising a dance film, an accompanying score and sample library. Today they share the short film for the first time. GOJIRA SHARE STANDALONE…
Flippin’ Gothic Fabp delivers pure fire on the hard-hitting lyricism of “Stages Of A Name”. The sheer physicality of the sound further emphasizes the power of his words. Bass positively crushes everything in its path for volume is a must. A slight riff intermingles within the intense groove further adding to the disorienting experience. Panning…
Renowned Hawai’i Recording Artist Makana has just digitally released his latest single, “Family”. A warming and friendly tune for all ages, celebrating the value of our ‘ohana (family) even in times of hardship. With the world being in lockdown these last few months, many people have been rooted in small quarters with their families and…
Diamante Eléctrico, the Colombian alternative band formed by Juan Galeano and Daniel Álvarez, winner of 3 Latin Grammys, presents their new single “Cuando Quieras Llegar”. Diamante returns with new music after several months of silence on social media and a year’s break in the presentation of new material, an unusual break in the times of…
Americana-pop singer-songwriter, Cf Watkins, has announced her new album, Babygirl, due out October 16, 2020, on Whatever’s Clever Records. The first single, “Frances,” is out now and showcases Watkins’ signature style, melding folk and country references with contemporary pop. Filled with conscious themes of empowerment, Babygirl (and its title track), are both a coming of…
Aime Simone has released his debut album Say Yes, Say No. To coincide with the release Aime has also unveiled the documentary The Long Way To Now, which offers great depth and understanding into the fascinating life of the Berlin-based Parisian and his deeply honest debut album. The documentary premiered with Far Out Magazine who…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope DJ Shub – The Social ft. Phoenix All proceeds from the single will go to Black Lives Matter & Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women. Phoenix features on this one, her collaboration with DJ Shub comes at a timely point in her career as it gave her an opportunity to highlight the…
When rapping first became prominent in the 1970s, the MC wasn’t the star of the show. It was all about helping the DJ get the party started and ensuring the audience felt the good vibes. However, the 1980s were a radically different time, as they saw the rise of the rapper and the rise of…
Jay Stott is a high school English teacher by day, and a rock & roller by night. He’s even been said to bring his guitar into class at times. Chances are good, though, that one of the songs he doesn’t do for the kiddies is “Wreckage of Now,” the title cut to his new album.…
So here we are another weekend is upon us and we are ready. This week we have hooked up with the band – Fate Will Come. The band Fate Will Come is a long-awaited dream collaboration between Renita Zintel and Matt Kirschner. The band is a unique collaboration as Renita lives in Canada, and all…
Today, Sizzy Rocket is releasing an acoustic rendition of her latest single, “Rollerskating.” The single was released last month and met with instant praise from the likes of MTV, C-Heads, Office Magazine, and Culture Collide. The acoustic video is a tribute to Laurel Canyon, where “Rollerskating” was first written and recorded. “[Laurel Canyon] is really…
Sody & Cavetown go full emo on their latest single “Is Your Bedroom Ceiling Bored?” which documents where alone time can take a person. ‘I’m so proud of this video and loved working with Robbie and the director, Sam. I love how we’re experiencing the same thing but in our own bedrooms and it really…
jaye’s debut single ‘TOMORROW’, quickly became a top YouTube trend in Southeast Asia, earning over a million views within 4 months, launching him skywards into the ranks of the Top 20 Regional SEA Music Charts. jaye was also featured on MTV Asia and gained over 1 Million streams on Spotify and Apple Music. He also…
Singer, songwriter and producer Casely has released the tracks via Tuff Gong International. On opposite sides of the spectrum, “Never Be Alone” is filled with rhythmatic instrumentation and sultry lyricism – while “Rude Boy Summer” enlists international artist Braveboy and conveys a tune more reminiscent of your favorite old school dancehall summer jam. “Never Be…
Gutta Slim captures the zeitgeist on the sheer fire of “Snatchin Purses (feat. Ooh Lawd)”. Lyrics go for a piercing take on the political climate with razor sharp insight into the ruling class’s corruption. Focus on the inherent cruelty of the Trump administration, the flows have a flawless sense of truth to power. Arrangements are…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope margø – Hazy Nights in Summer… “hazy” is about reflecting back on your youth. This song is about missing the simplicity of your younger days, and most of all – missing your friends. It’s also an anthem for individuals whose memories include negative relationships, but don’t regret them – as they…
Taking influence from Brit rock legends, David Bowie, The Clash and The Rolling Stones, Micky James creates gritty glam rock’n’roll with pop sensibilities. After touring the States with his previous band, the group eventually dissolved and James decided to focus on the formation of his solo project. The time spent performing in the band essentially…
Kendra Morris recalls singers who straddled soul and rock during the early ’70s, such as Ruth Copeland and Chaka Khan. After touring with Dennis Coffey and releasing singles that she did with collaborator Jeremy Page including “Concrete Waves,” with b-side remixed by DJ Premier, Morris released the album Banshee (2012) on Wax Poetics Records. In…
“POI’s cool blend of Jazzy hooks and Reggae rhythms are proving to be an inspiring new sound on the live international music scene.” – David Rodigan PERSONS OF INTEREST: TWO SISTERS, TWO COUSINS, TWO MUSICAL BROTHERS. After their success with the BILLBOARD CHART topping ‘Tropical House Cruises To Jamaica’ release, also featuring Ed Sheeran, POI…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New Music Video From Ras Moses Rebel Sound Records is proud to annouce the release of RasMoses’ latest music video for his single “Warriyahz,” released via Rebel Sound in February. This song was chosen because its message is meant as a rallying call for all spiritual warriors worldwide. Shot on location…
When we were younger, all we wanted to do was grow up; now that we’re grown up, we want to go back in time. Often, we miss the opportunity to appreciate our youth and childhood. In fact, we don’t even see adulthood coming. Instead, all of a sudden, we’re paying bills and have an unhealthy…
In “This Hollywood Road,” the fourth single from his new album Being Myself, Rob Alexander explores the rock side of his sound with far more zeal than he ever has in previous efforts, expounding upon many of the sonic themes suggested in his early work by approaching grooves with a volume-heavy aesthetic as opposed to…
Talking Violet have the unique ability to transport the listener into a state akin to a waking dream with their music. Landing somewhere in the middle of dream pop, emo and shoegaze, the Ontario quartet achieve a mature and informed sound with their latest single “Indigo,” the follow-up to 2018’s Round Dreams EP. Leading with…
“‘Flying Low’ is a letter to an ex in song form. I ask, “If we had done things differently, would we still be together?” In parting ways, sometimes there is no resolution, and the only way forward is to gracefully accept the unanswered questions. I think we dwell in a multiverse, where varying outcomes spring…
darkDARK, the duo of Chris James and Genevieve Vincent shares their 5-song EP We forget when we’re apart. out now via Nettwerk. The duo has created an ethereal, glitched-out, mantra-like EP that seamlessly pairs cinematic synths with modern pop. We forget when we’re apart., a title inspired by the gently pulsating song “Back to the…
Rising 16-year-old artist PAYDAY shares the video for “Molang” today. The track, which Zane Lowe played on Beats 1 earlier this week, is from her debut EP P.U.K.E. Tape Vol. 1, out now, with subsequent P.U.K.E. Tapes forthcoming. The “Molang” video was made in collaboration with Millimages, the French animation studio that created the eponymous…
Musical theatre is a form of performance art that can allow you to take your artistic passions to new heights. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in musical theatre, you’ll want to do everything possible to sharpen your performance skills and stand out from competing actors and singers who are vying for parts in…
I am proud to say that I have had the pleasure to cover Radio Drive many times over the years and I am always impressed with the steady flow of melodious tunes. I am very happy to get a chance to check out this brand new project titled ‘2020 Vision’ that offers crystal clear clarity.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope The Chilean Artist GEPE Releases His New Single & Video “Confía” Featuring VICENTICO In a world full of dangers and risks it is difficult to trust; but when we trust the right people, we become strong, united and more human. This is the message of “Confía” [Trust], Gepe’s new single in…
By Allison Kugel While the world may still be socially distancing, people are online now more than ever looking for connections and answers. The eighth season of MTV’s Catfish: The TV Show will go to the ends of the internet to find them. For the first time ever, Executive Producer and host Nev Schulman and co-host…
“I wrote Alien when I was a patient in one of southern Israel’s psychiatric departments. I would often refer to myself as an alien that speaks a different language and has a different understanding of things than humans do. I wrote the song in accordance with how I felt whether it was a “wrong” way…
Following the huge success of his global smash hit This City and recent These Cities Project, Sam Fischer has announced a brand-new project Homework which will be released on August 28th via Sony Music Entertainment UK /RCA Records. The first single The Usual is out now. Beginning as a TikTok sensation and quickly cementing itself…
“This song is about meeting someone really special who lives in another country and wanting them to take you home with them so your relationship doesn’t have to end. I wrote “Take Me Home” with Anders Grahn. The writing process was very organic and we recorded the demo at his home studio. I ended up…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CHASER Drop Lyric Video for New Single “Look Alive” CHASER will donate 100% of the band’s proceeds from record sales to 4 organizations, one for each color variant. Here’s what Jesse had to say about the charity aspect of ‘Look Alive’: “Our proceeds from the record will be donated to 4…
Jeralyn Glass feat. Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls offers an experimental classic pop brilliance with “Vibrance”. Highly unique they manage to balance these seemingly contradictory impulses in a way that feels so contemplative. The production is crystal-clear while they incorporate a great deal of textural elements into the soothing mix. Instrumentally rich they bring so much…
Is there a greater misnomer in all of Rockdom than Bubblegum Pop? Someone, somewhere, could’ve more accurately labeled such a livewire outlet for raw emotion, one that boasts some of music’s most life-changing, landscape-altering artists. Brandon Phillips and The Condition are not taking this elitist bullshit lying down. They are manning the barricades and lighting…
