Feature stories and artist interviews
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Josh Kelley Releases “Oh My She’s Fine” Josh Kelley’s new single, “Oh My She’s Fine,” out today, is a product of current times: Kelley began writing the single on his own, and later, unintentionally, turned it into a family project. “‘Oh My She’s Fine’ started with me creating an ‘island groove’…
The people from all over the world are mad for casino games, and they strive to play casino games by any means. The people are fond of playing casino games either in land-based casinos or online casinos. Nowadays, people prefer online casinos over physical casinos as online casinos are the source of matchless comfort for…
Jay Kinser (formerly JK) of EXP The Expendables returns after the recent success of the Bill (Will Remix) visual with a new single Don’t Care featuring Reef The Lost Cauze. This is the first joint off his upcoming Eleven LP coming soon. The track speaks to the underground mentality and its attitude towards those not…
breathe. today share their fourth single, “Grace,” with a powerful message and stunning visual. Dedicated to Tommy Walker, the twin of band member Sean Walker, “Grace” is another pristine offering of aching, late-night soul, marrying a shuffling backbeat with reverb-laden guitars and pianos. Says Sean of the background behind the track: “In December of 2018,…
On-the-rise artist Mai Kino today raises the bar on how to release the perfect debut EP. Press play on Dopamine now and sit back for a masterclass of stunning, pillowy vocals that purr above light, dreamy production. Listeners can zoom in on the EP’s title track out today, also called Dopamine, a heavenly opener that…
Today (24 July), CAT SFX releases her captivating debut single on Creation 23: ‘DOOM GENERATION’. And to accompany the release, the London-based alt/pop artist is very pleased to present its official video. Part animated, part live-action the video juxtaposes footage filmed in a brutalist council block in West London with unsettling imagery of jeering joker-like…
Today Bonafide Mag debuted their new single “Otherworld” from Marlowe (L’Orange & Solemn Brigham): “The two united in 2018 with the intent of combining Brigham’s social elucidation with L’Orange’s dusty production to produce a fresh commentary on modern times.” The ultra-quotable track is another surreal excursion into the Hiphop of North Carolina’s L’Orange & Solemn…
Hands up: who knew that Leonardo da Vinci was known not only for his art and inventions but for his dry, dark sense of humor? It’s true: Leo was the type who took everything seriously, except himself. Bridgeport, Connecticut’s daFinchi draws more than just inspiration for his name from the Renaissance master. His sing-song flow,…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope NEW MUSIC RELEASE: ICON Presents “Mente Dañá” The most relevant producer duo currently in the urban industry joins forces with important exponents of the genre in a single that shows why ICON’s sound is cutting edge in today’s commercial music. Entitled ‘Mente Dañá’, the single that Rolo, Jowan, Feid and Lyanno…
Erin is excited to share her new single “Half in Love”, out on July 24th. Here’s what Erin had to say: “Half in love” is about being in love with someone but still having feelings for your ex. You want commitment but can’t fully invest yourself; your heart and your brain aren’t fully synced. “Half…
Today, Francis Lung, aka the solo project of Manchester artist and ex-Wu Lyf member Tom McClung, has shared his new single “Brooklyn Gurls”, the first new material since his 2019 debut album “A Dream Is U” which garnered praised from NPR (“a collection of classic pop gems”) and The Times (“a love affair set to…
Indiana’s Hoops recently announced their highly anticipated sophomore album Halo, and today the band shares the album opener. Following the previously released “They Say” and “Fall Back,” which received praise from the likes of NPR Music, Pitchfork, The Fader, Stereogum, Gorilla vs. Bear and were even posted by Hayley Williams, “Glad You Stayed” is out…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope “No Me Digas” by Sammi Rae & Los Vegas Building on the skyrocketing success of their recent collaborations, emerging Reggaeton duo Sammi Rae & Los Vegas just released their latest track and video “No Me Digas”, on Sunday July 19th, 2020 to YouTube, Spotify and all the major services. Luca Schreiner…
Wesley has been a traveler since he was in his 20’s moving often from one location to the next. Within these travels he first began to learn to play the guitar yet he only saw it as an outlet nothing more. It was after his many friendships he created that he felt the urge to…
Folk-pop songstress Ariela Jacobs has today announced the release of Missing You (Acoustic), a delicate and stripped back take of the studio produced track of the same name which was released in 2019. Where the original track swept you along with reverberant synthesised soundscapes and a beat felt deep in your chest, the acoustic version…
Last week, Alan Evans’ latest musical project, Crushed Velvet and the Velveteers, released a powerful new single via Vintage League Music, “As Far As We Know,” featuring the vocal stylings of D.C.-based musician, Brother GoodLove, as well as a cast of VLM-affiliated artists including, pianist Darby Wolf, Alex Lee-Clark and Brian Thomas of BT ALC…
Independent powerhouse Aistè, a 2020 one to watch who blends Baltic coolness, Scandi pop, and East London vibes so seamlessly that you’d be forgiven for thinking she’s been doing this her whole life, has released new single ‘Mojo’ and official music video. The slick and addictive track, written and produced by Aistè, is accompanied by…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope TALLAH UNLEASHES NEW SINGLE, “RED RIVER” Nu-core juggernaut TALLAH has released their third single, “Red Light,” today ahead of their highly anticipated debut album, Matriphagy, that’s due out October 2nd from Earache Records. Premiered yesterday at MetalInjection.net, “Red Light,” is a massively heavy track that further demonstrates the band’s unique ability…
Today, platinum recording artist mike. unveils his new single “been thinking.” The track shows a departure from his successful college rap days as mike stud, to a newer sound that he has spent the last few years building. “been thinking” showcases his singing voice and undeniable lyricism. The track was produced by Charlie Handsome who…
Today sees experimental, genre-blending artist Ghostemane announce his latest 13-track album ANTI-ICON, out October 21st, alongside a stirring premiere trailer. Watch it here: ANTI-ICON marks Eric Ghoste’s eighth studio album as Ghostemane, and is the highly-anticipated successor to his genre-defying, sonically defining 2018 opus N/O/I/S/E. Due in the fall, the record is a culmination of…
It was all one glorious accident. The indie pop project known as Bad Veins began as something of a low key solo project for garage rock vet and multi-instrumentalist Benjamin Davis—an outlet for him to document his kitchen sink-symphonic, theatrical-pop compositions in the privacy of his bedroom studio. But when his musician friends came knocking…
Indie pop darling Silver Sphere releases her new track “crowd” today via Little Worry/RCA Records. Earlier this week, Silver Sphere announced her forthcoming EP all my boyfriends, due out this Fall, with an immersive trailer. DSP – https://smarturl.it/crowdx “crowd” is the first release off all my boyfriends and Silver Sphere’s first release with Little Worry/RCA…
After working with Dean Honer (The Moonlandingz, I Monster / International Teachers of Pop) and Working Men’s Club offshoot Minsky Rock on their last release, HEAVY SALAD are back with their brand new single, ‘The Wish’. Recently played by Steve Lamacq on BBC 6Music and taken from the forthcoming album Cult Casual, ‘The Wish’ sees…
The power of love is a wonder-working thing. It can bring new life, and renew old ones. It can provide comfort and hope to the helpless, embolden the strong, and heal divisions that, at first glance, look irreparable. Jekalyn Carr has seen it herself: through her ministry, she’s seen love transform and elevate thousands of…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Parisian electro pop duo Global Network’s new video game visuals fantasise about interdimensional club culture Parisian electronic pop duo Loris Sasso and Nils Peschanski aka Global Network have just released new EP Cool Moments. Carefully processed drum samples and playful disco-inspired basslines meet RnB pop vocals in a set of tracks…
Today, singer/songwriter Charlotte Lawrence releases her new single “Slow Motion” alongside a Tyler Shields directed music video. The gorgeous left-pop offering was written by Charlotte alongside Andrew Watt, Jason Evigan and Ali Tamposi, with production coming from Watt and Evigan. With a debut album on the way, look out for more from Charlotte very soon!…
After a stunning musical build up with previous releases, only a few months ago, like One Time with U, Drama Queen, Ocean Breeze to name a few. Pop uprising star KFIR is coming back with even stronger dancy emotional-pumping banger and club anthem ‘Gigolo’. “Gigolo” is the sound of what Kfir calles “his James Bond…
THE VERONICAS have revealed a new side of their artistry with the video for their latest single “Biting My Tongue,” which was written and directed by Jess and Lisa. The cinematic video is the directorial debut for the pair and was filmed in England prior to the COVID-19 outbreak. It stars Jess and Lisa alongside…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Alt-pop newcomer Stevie Bill releases debut single ‘The Hotel’ With ‘The Hotel’, Stevie Bill celebrates her very first release. At only 20 years old, Stevie releases one of the first songs she wrote in a studio located in an old DDR factory in Germany’s capital Berlin. Accompanied by her soft, intimate…
Trippie Redd surprises fans with a music video for “Excitement”, his May 2020 released single featuring PARTYNEXTDOOR. The follow up to A Love Letter To You 4 – his first album to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart – “Excitement” is dramatic and sensual, featuring PARTYNEXTDOOR’s irresistibly dark R&B vocals. In the Aidan…
Lemu (from the south of France) and John (from London) met on a trip to Paris and have since exchanged musical ideas and collaborated across time zones ever since. With Lemu’s background in electronic and love for rock, and John’s background in rock and love for electronic, Lemu describes their collective sound as “a natural…
Today, London-based artist Biig Piig has debuted her brilliant new single “Don’t Turn Around” via Annie Mac’s Hottest Record in The World. Having amassed a broad global following – with fans ranging from Billie Eilish and Clairo to Virgil Abloh and Bella Hadid – Piig has also shared a stunning video for the track, which…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope California’s Beautiful Dudes Announce New LP + Share New Single, “Nite Nite” Beautiful Dudes are releasing a limited edition skateboard deck with Lurkville Skateboards and kicking off their first release on Dowd Records with a rocker called “Nite, Nite”. The Nite, Nite single will only be released on a flexi vinyl…
Just before the roads stop and the landscape is swallowed by swamp, you’ll find Naranja, Florida – just about as far south as you can go before America ends. Here you’ll find South Florida at its essence: palm trees and sandy soil and stream heat, and people on the grind, working and playing as hard…
Playing a musical instrument of your choice can be fun and liberating. To the gifted individuals, creating music comes so naturally. However, choosing the right device can be a tedious task especially with the numerous brands and huge variety available. Whether you are looking to buy a new instrument or looking to upgrade an existing…
It’s rare to have a band have a 30-year career, and it’s even rarer to have a musician take 30 years between projects. It’s not impossible. And it can happen. One such singer and songwriter is Ireland’s Brendan Staunton. While his press materials reveal very little, it’s his songs on Last of the Light that…
Tom Houston is the singer-songwriter bringing the sweet sound of folk back into our playlists. Whilst providing the perfect soundtrack for a melancholy summer stuck in your garden, Tom Houston’s upcoming single is a pivotal moment for the singer-songwriter, as he continues his musical journey with his fourth studio album ‘Gap In The Fence.’ Having…
Austin, TX-based psychedelic disco cowgirl, Kitty Coen, shares the new music video for debut single “Dark Soul,” today. With a vibrant array of color and a personality to match, the alt-pop song comes to life in a very surreal way. A haunting rock ‘n roll energy combines with a fierce cowgirl vibe, placing Coen in…
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word “rise” more than 20 different ways, both as a verb and a noun. But all the book’s publishers really had to do was provide a link to Isolde Fair’s poignant new song of that title: “Rise,” the 16-year-old singer-songwriter-musician’s newest release, following 2017’s highly acclaimed media sensation “To All…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Grizzly Coast’s ‘Party of One’ EP OUT NOW She never imagined that Party of One would drop during a time where others felt the same way on a mass scale. People need other people, and Kavanaugh hopes that these songs bring anyone who feels like she did a moment of comfort…
