Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

@skopemag news for july 23, 2019 @ 11 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 New Myths Share New Track Via CelebMix | “Living Doll” Out Now Across All DSPs “Brooklyn trio New Myths are known for sleek synthpop but on new single “One Good Reason” they let ‘er rip, new wave rocker style.” –…

New Video By BabyEye Taylor “Show Me”

Stating that its one of his own favorite tracks to date, the Liberia born rapper BabyEye Taylor lands ‘Show Me’. Addressing that the underlying message of the song is in reflection that ‘actions speak louder than words’ the melodic beat produced by Hozaybeats support catchy lyrics set by Taylor to make for a hit. Directed…

@skopemag news for july 23, 2019 @ 10 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 KIM VIERA RELEASES NEW SINGLE “AY AY AY” FEAT. PITBULL TODAY Kim’s sultry vocals ride over the summer-ready production verse by verse leading up to an addictive catchy hook. The Pitbull collaboration adds an extra flair creating a dance-ready hit.…

@skopemag news for july 22, 2019 @ 3 pm est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 ESSENCE OF DATUM Premiere New Song, “Spellcryer,” via Metal Insider! Progressive instrumental two-piece ESSENCE OF DATUM have partnered with Metal Insider to premiere their new track, “Spellcryer.” The song is the second single from the band’s upcoming full-length, ‘Spellcrying Machine,’…

New Video By Waconzy “Enjoy”

The Port-Harcourt born singer who rose to prominence due to the success of his break-out single “I Celebrate” which was followed up by a debut album of the same-titled and a praised sophomore set christened “Money Back Guarantee”. Currently signed to DV8 Media, Waconzy resurfaces with “Enjoy”, a rich afro-beats bop heavily influenced by reggae-dancehall…

@skopemag news for july 22, 2019 @ 12:30 pm est

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Best Mattress Types for Certain Health Problems

One of the best ways to deal with a particular health issue is to address it at home. Thankfully, the following health issues can be helped at home with something as simple as the right bed. Sensitive Skin Commercial mattresses sometimes contain materials that a person with sensitive skin can react to. These individuals can…

Greg Smith Presents “What This Is”

Taken from his album Waiting for the Truth, “What This Is” is a thumping folk song, colored a lot by gypsy fiddle and a touch of organ. The lyric is deeply philosophical. It also asks more questions than it ever answers. The first verse finds Smith stating, “We don’t fight any more/We never really could.”…

@skopemag news for july 22, 2019 @ 10:30 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 MARLO DROPS VIDEO FOR “SOAKIN WET (FEAT. OFFSET, CITY GIRLS)” Quality Control’s next up rap star Marlo just dropped the perfect summer vibe video for his single “Soakin Wet (feat. City Girls, Offset)” from the anticipated compilation Control The Streets…

Joe Hanson New Single “If The World Was A Small Town”

Joe Hanson’s “If The World Was A Small Town” begins with an electric guitar riff reminiscent of Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” which then transitions into a groove that hints at Tom Petty’s “I Won’t Back Down.” Hanson is categorized as country music, but one must add the disclaimer that Hanson’s take…

@skopemag news for july 22, 2019 @ 10 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 WITCH VOMIT: Buried Deep In A Bottomless Grave Preorders Now Available Via 20 Buck Spin Preorders for Buried Deep In A Bottomless Grave, the impending new full-length from Portland, Oregon-based death dealers WITCH VOMIT, are available starting today via 20…

Romania’s most exciting new pop artist Helen releases ‘Rare’

“Over a sweeping rush of bass, ’80s-tinged synths and sporadic funk guitar licks, Helen sings delicately of a love that’s swept away. ” – COMPLEX Bucharest, Romania based artist Helen today (July 19th) has released her brand new single ‘Rare’ ahead of her upcoming EP ‘Lost In The Wild’ out later this year. Opening with…

#Weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 21, 2019 @ 4:45 pm est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Ross Golan Releases Single “Stay Positive” On Interscope Records Initially conceived as a solo-acoustic performance in which Golan sings the story of Duran, a man wrongfully accused of murder, The Wrong Man has evolved into a full-length album, animated film,…

New Dialogue Releases “Pilgrims (Warehouse Series)” Video

Alt-pop quintet New Dialogue have just released their “Pilgrims (Warehouse Series)” video. This is the first video in the Warehouse Series, which includes 4 acoustic performances of tracks off of their debut EP Teach Me How To Feel. Teach Me How To Feel (May 3rd) was produced by Charlie Park (lovleytheband, Dreamers), Christian Medice (lovelytheband,…

UK duo Jadu Heart share “The Omen”

Enigmatic UK duo Jadu Heart have just shared a new single “The Omen,” which joins previous single “Wanderlife” to offer a captivating preview of the unique young group’s debut album Melt Away, set for release on August 16. According to the duo, the new single is “about seeing a bird fall from the sky and…

#Weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 21, 2019 @ 11 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Tenille Townes Debuts New Version Of “Somebody’s Daughter” Townes, who is in the midst of a breakthrough year, was recently nominated for four Canadian Country Music Association awards including Female Artist Of The Year, Single Of The Year (“Somebody’s Daughter”),…

Dossa & Locuzzed Reveal New Single With DJ Marky

Dossa & Locuzzed are a production duo who first came under the radar of Viper Recordings following their extensive hold over the Austrian drum & bass market. This scene has often stood as a microcosm for the genre’s wider stretches and many pivotal figures take note of the artists rising through its local clubs. So,…

Koji Yoneyama New Album ‘DIALOG’

Koji Yoneyama’s infinitely cool “DIALOG” recalls Wes Montgomery at the height of his powers. A soulful sophisticated sound adds to its urbane spirit. Whether going for the reflective or the fiery, a great range is on display. The songs strike a unique balance. Never overdoing anything the whole band listens to each other playing off…

“SOUND & FURY” – AN ALBUM AND FILM BY STURGILL SIMPSON

GRAMMY Award winner Sturgill Simpson has announced early details for “SOUND & FURY,” the title of both his much-anticipated, new album arriving this fall via Elektra Records AND the original Japanese anime film he created with some of the biggest names in its genre simultaneously being released by Netflix. The first trailer for “SOUND &…

#Weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 21, 2019 @ 8 am est

@skopemag APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 “I WANNA DANCE,” JONAS BLUE’S INFECTIOUS NEW CLUB TRACK, IS OUT TODAY “The ‘I Wanna Dance’ hook actually came to me when I was in bed and just in that lucid moment between consciousness and sleep…,” says Jonas. “I jumped…

CHARLOTTE LAWRENCE ASKS “WHY DO YOU LOVE ME” ON NEW SINGLE

Atlantic Records and Gold Tooth Records have announced the eagerly awaited label debut single from acclaimed pop singer-songwriter Charlotte Lawrence. “Why Do You Love Me” is available now via all digital music retailers and streaming services; the track is joined by a striking new companion video, directed by photographer/filmmaker Alasdair McLellan (The xx, Miu Miu)…

Jonny Craig releases new single “Block out the Noise”

Prolific vocalist, Jonny Craig has returned with the first single from his upcoming solo album. Give it a listen here. The single is also available across all streaming services today. The track comes from Jonnys upcoming album, due out later this year, with a new music video premiering today here. Jonny Craig shares, “I’ve always…

#Weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 20, 2019 @ 10:30 am est

SASHA SLOAN RELEASES NEW TRACK “at least i look cool” Last month Sasha, who just finished a run of tour dates supporting LANY, released “Thoughts” along with a music video. The track, of which Idolator said, “it’s one of the week’s best new songs and deserves your full attention” also made the coveted New York…

GRACE LIGHTMAN RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM ‘SILVER EATER’ OUT NOW

Grace has been working towards her debut solo record for the past few years and her vision is finally realised in the form of ‘Silver Eater’. The album’s name came to fruition after Lightman’s obsession with the sad, almost sci-fi tinged tale of Paul Karason, the American man whose skin turned permanently blue after using…

#Weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 20, 2019 @ 8 am est

Abby Stephens New Video, “Dreamer” Premiered by GuitarGirlMag.com Today Abby Stephens new video for her second single, “Dreamer”, launched today with a video premiere courtesy of GuitarGirlMag.com. The video was produced and directed by Keegan Thomas at OMNI Sound recording studios and All Access Coach Leasing in Nashville, Tennessee. The Heartland Network and The Country…

The Parlotones New Video “Antidote” via Ok!Good Records

The Parlotones release their latest single “Antidote” from the current studio album China and drop with it a brilliant cinematic Siren inspired music video. Written by Parlotones member Rob Davidson, “Antidote” plays with a dark theme while wrapped in an upbeat 80’s inspired feel. Davidson delves into the writing and production of the song, adding:…

Bridal Party returns with new Single ‘Nectarine’

Lush vocals and a natural cadence to vocalist Suzannah Raudaschl of the band Bridal Party adds wonderful depth to the stirring song “Nectarine” from the forthcoming album Too Much. The band, also comprised of Joseph Leroux (guitar), Lee Gauthier (bass), Adrian Heim (drums) and Jordan Clairmont (keyboards), has a slight affinity for a somber mood…

#tgif edition – @skopemag news for july 19, 2019 @ 1:30 pm est

KANO ANNOUNCES 6TH STUDIO ALBUM HOODIES ALL SUMMER Today, Kano announces his much-anticipated return with his 6th studio album HOODIES ALL SUMMER set for release August 30th via Parlophone/Atlantic Records. The announcement is accompanied by two new tracks from the album – “Trouble” and “Class Of Deja” (feat. D Double E and Ghetts) – as…

Pansexual artist Madison Malone Single Entitled ‘Quiet Down’

Madison has performed at some of the world’s largest music festivals including SXSW and SUMMERFEST, where she was voted ‘Favorite Emerging Artist’. ‘Quiet Down’ was produced by Justin Glasco (Ron Pope, Christina Perri, The Lone Bellow), mixed by Bryan Cook (U2, OneRepublic, Radiohead) and mastered by Grammy-award winning, Hans DeKline (Diplo, Pixies). Madison Malone is…

#tgif edition – @skopemag news for july 19, 2019 @ 12:30 pm est

BAZZI IS BACK WITH SUN KISSED TRACK “I.F.L.Y.” Coming off “Focus” featuring 21 Savage, released last month, Bazzi returns today with new track, “I.F.L.Y.” Over a breezy acoustic beat he croons, “Tan lines and some memories, guess summer got the best of me” and clears up any confusion by adding, “I guess what I’m saying…

Billie Gale – ‘The Rules’ single

Atmospheric dream-pop quartet Billie Gale is a musical monument to songwriter Beth Garber’s late mother. Billie Gale—the woman—was a classic feminist, a combination of soft and strong, and the band that bears her name shares this intense duality. The band’s enveloping shoegaze textures blanket singer, and primary songwriter, Beth’s boldly vulnerable lyrical outcries. “Billie Gale…

#tgif edition – @skopemag news for july 19, 2019 @ noon est

WORMED Issue Full Stream of New Sci-Fi EP, ‘Metaportal,’ via Invisible Oranges! Spanish technical death metal masters WORMED are now streaming their upcoming EP, ‘Metaportal,’ in full. The EP is set for worldwide release tomorrow, July 19. The new sci-fi offering from the band can be heard via Invisible Oranges – California Based Lifestyle &…

New Video By Sean2 Miles – “Eienstin Urkle” feat Gshytt

Sean2 Miles project Heartaches & Turn ups is everything that the title implies. The extremely talented kid out of Farmhaven, Mississippi shows off his versatility as an artist on this well-rounded effort. This early in his career Sean has already worked with legends like Juicy J and Snoop Dogg as an engineer and producer, has…

The Jorgensens Single “Storyville”

The Jorgensens’ “Storyville” is a lovely, soulful song about The Big Easy. It’s a song that, justly, sounds like the region it describes. The Jorgensens ae a singing couple comprised of Brianna and Kurt. Kurt takes the lead on this one. He sings it with plenty of R&B power. Its arrangement includes organ, piano, a…

#tgif edition – @skopemag news for july 19, 2019 @ 10:30 am est

The Goa Express release vital new single ‘The Day’ The Goa Express release their urgent new single ‘The Day’ on Friday the 5th of July. Recorded at Champ Zone with Nathan Saoudi (Fat White Family), it rattles with an unstoppable new wave rhythm, shudders with abrasive guitars and with vocals that sneer with the spirit…