Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

@skopemag news for july 10, 2019 @ noon est

JORDYN WOODS CO-STARS IN GUNNA’S LATEST VIDEO Having dominated majority of the first half of 2019, today the King of Drip releases the video for his single “Baby Birkin,” from his debut #1 album Drip Or Drown 2, with a surprise appearance by social media star and model, Jordyn Woods. The summer vibe, directed by…

Empress New Video For “Lovely I Am”

After telling other people’s stories through dance and theatre in front of audiences throughout the world, EMPRESS is now writing her own. The debut of this multi-talented singer/songwriter found her voice after spending over a decade as a classically trained professional ballerina with San Francisco Ballet (SFB) and playing the lead in the Broadway production…

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

NEWS: EIlen Jewell’s new single “79 Cents (The Meow Song)” echoes pay inequality rallying cry in U.S. The online magazine Americana Highways today premiered Eilen Jewell’s second single “79 Cents (The Meow Song)” from the forthcoming album Gypsy (out August 16, 2019 on Signature Sounds). Skewering sexism and discrimination with pointed humor and a rousing…

AZAM ALI Summons “Phantoms” on new ethereal album, out Sept. 13th

“The concept behind the album, in essence, is about how we develop multidimensional selves, a series of personas if you will, that enable us to navigate in a multidimensional universe and how we learn to move between them very fluidly,” explains internationally beloved singer-songwriter/producer Azam Ali about her new album Phantoms (Terrestrial Lane Productions; release…

@skopemag news for july 10, 2019 @ 9 am est

Norwegian Grammy-winning septet The Switch release sophisti-pop track ‘What If’ From budding seeds to the overarching themes of this viridescent volume, the Norwegian Grammy-winning outfit hones something every-bit stylistically varied, surrealistically inclined and tactile, like a brightly plumaged exotic bird lost in the upper stretches of the northern hemisphere. SEBASTIAN RELEASES NEW SONG “BEOGRAD” SebastiAn…

Perfume Release Brand New Song “Nananananairo”

“For over a decade and a half, the trio known as Perfume have been on a path to change up what it means to a J-pop girl group. They’ve become representatives of futuristic, elegant electro-pop, and their most recent album Future Pop took steps that much further by weaving future bass into their sound.” –…

@skopemag news for July 9, 2019 @ 7:15 pm est

Tasha The Amazon Reflects on Her Rise With the Twinkling “Not The Same” Single Tasha The Amazon is a textbook iconoclast, blazing her own path through Canada’s music industry with undeniable talent and a fierce demeanor. Kicking back atop twinkling keys and rubbery bass, Tasha reflects on her climb to stardom on “Not The Same,”…

@skopemag news for July 9, 2019 @ 2:45 pm est

New release: P.S. November – Empty Morning (album) Although his life is somewhat shrouded in mystery, P.S. November is a musician pioneering in the Nu R&B / Alternative R&B genre, and a college student majoring in Japanese from Provo, Utah, USA. He has been playing piano, making music, and singing ever since he was a…

Fenix & SM1LO drop LP ‘Where We Begin’

DJ FENIX – FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/djfenix/ Take one part treble, a touch of white noise and a whole lot of understated melodic grinding in the synths – throw them into a sonic mixing bowl and churn as hard as possible (with a ton of volume added in just for good measure), and you’ll get the “Dub…

Phases Of Video Production

In filming, there are always three phases of video production; pre-production, principal photography, and post-production. Every successful video filming must follow the above procedure so that the message intended to reach the target audience is conveyed clearly and understandably. Pre-production This is a very important stage whereby ideas are brought together into a cohesive plan…

Giadora Releases ‘Twisted’

There are a couple of clear break points in Giadora’s first single “Twisted” and it helps frame this dramatic release for listeners. I admire the obvious design of the song; the airy ethereal introduction strikes an effective opening note before the song’s pulsing beat begins and Giadora launches us towards the first verse. The Los…

@skopemag Q&A Featuring REVILUTION

REVILUTION is a heavy metal, hard rock outfit hailing out of Riverside, California. Their live show is creating a strong buzz in the LA scene. We caught up with the band to get the details on what keeps them rockin’ strong. Hey REVILUTION thank you for joining us. What’s the most exciting part of being…

New from EMPIRE: Tyga “Haute” ft. J Balvin, Chris Brown

Tyga recently announced that he would be returning with a brand new album called Legendary. After successfully making it back into our good graces with an impressive comeback, T-Raw is riding with a lot of momentum. So far, we’ve heard a couple of songs that are expected to make it onto Legendary, including “Taste” with…

@skopemag news for July 9, 2019 @ 12:15 pm est

“Mesmerize” by NOA|AON; New Track NOA|AON – is symbolic of a shift taking place in the world of contemporary electronic music. By approaching DJing and production with the methodology of a intention, he’s set out to “create the modern good” through an ongoing shows. London alt-rock band Neuromantics welcome summer with their captivating third single…

ReLove New Single “Fly Away (Anything Is Possible)”

ReLove’s “Fly Away (Anything Is Possible)” begins with the sound of a ticking clock, which then gives way to a thumping groove colored by soulful organ. “I don’t care about time” they sing later, as though there’s no clock anywhere within earshot. “Should I get up or stay in bed/I can’t find the answer in…

Steps in Conducting an Internal Audit in Accounts Receivable

What are accounts receivable and why are they important? The sales that have been made by the company but hasn’t receive money from them are referred to as accounts receivables. When the customers promise to pay in 30 days, the amount is mentioned in the category of account receivables. If the company becomes unable to…

Satellītes’ new single and music video “Love & Disaster”

As stylish as they are sleek, the beats that guide the tempo in Satellītes’ new single and music video, “Love & Disaster,” are an embodiment of cool jazz textures and sensuous R&B swing, but they’re only one of many brilliant elements to behold in the latest cut from Jasmine Bleile’s solo project. “Love & Disaster,”…

Shane Smith & the Saints release “Hail Mary”

URL: http://www.shanesmithmusic.com/ Searing sounds of amplified destruction make their way into the atmosphere at the command of Shane Smith & the Saints in “Heaven Knows,” the first track in their new album, Hail Mary. “We set our sails for deeper seas, heaven knows what we will find,” croons the always-amazing Smith in the chorus of…

New Video By Fire Follows “Loaded Gun”

Once you hear the extreme journey Chris Watt has been through, it’ll make you listen to his music – recorded under the name Fire Follows – with a deeper meaning. He has experienced hardships and successes that could inspire a plot to an ABC movie. Back in 2008, Watt was singing with another group, Author,…

@skopemag news for July 9, 2019 @ 10:15 am est

SILVERTUNG Announce New Tour Dates Silvertung have announced initial tour dates in support of their fifth album (But, At What Cost??!). Tickets are now on sale at silvertung.com/tour. Madison Cunningham ‘Who Are You Now’ LP out August 16 via Verve Forecast “Poised and precise in her singing and ace guitar playing… Madison Cunningham might not…

@skopemag news for july 8, 2019 @ 3:15 pm est

Emi Jeen – “WEST OF THE BLUE” “West of the Blue” paints a picture of a mythical paradise; sun-soaked bliss by the ocean, moments of fleeting love. It’s about finding that perfectly written postcard that never made it to its destination. Pop/R&B artist Sean Iacono releases debut single (FFO The Weeknd, Justin Bieber) If it…

@skopemag Q&A Featuring The Radio Buzzkills

Thanks for your time, tell us, what is the meaning behind the band name! Yeah so, as musicians we all have crummy day jobs. My crummy day job is being a substitute teacher. So when I was thinking of a band name I thought of a group of middle school children sitting around and being…

Alex Sparrow’s ‘Never Be Friends’ video for @SkopeMag

The global rising star that is Alex Sparrow is on a seemingly unstoppable trajectory of success and earth staggering talent. It’s a rare find in the entertainment business to see one individual not only engage in but conquer, a plethora of fields – actor, director, screenwriter, recording artist, musician, composer, producer, arranger. Alex’s credits are…

Double Video Release By FATi “QUEEN” and “L.O.V.E Love”

Just about every element of contemporary American popular music – the rhythms, the harmonies, the scales, the compositional structure of the songs – derives from the folk forms of Western Africa. That’s probably why current Western African sounds fit so well into modern pop songs. From one angle, FATi’s “QUEEN” is an audacious production: it…

@skopemag news for july 8, 2019 @ noon est

Cleargreen release big shimmering song for the people Cleargreen is powered by a formidable young song writing partnership between Ali Staley (Vocals/Guitar) and Liam Mciver (Vocals/Bass) alongside two of the northwest’s most complete musicians in Josh Haworth (Lead Guitar) and Mike Wilcock (Drums). Haiku Salut share new video from album out Aug 2nd Haiku Salut,…

@skopemag news for july 8, 2019 @ 9:30 am est

BB Sabina reveals evocative single ‘Feast’ from debut, self-titled EP Musical intensity and sincerity straight from the heat of Central Australia, indie musician BB Sabina reveals a refreshing hit of gnarly guitar-driven music with brand new single ‘Feast’. Taken from her debut self-titled EP, BB Sabina introduces herself to music fans with music marked by…

Irish singer Amy Montgomery releases new single – ‘Tree Song (Branch Out & Nourish My Veins)’

Fresh from stunning debut performances at Glastonbury and Black Deer Festivals, Northern Irish singer songwriter Amy Montgomery has burst onto the scene with not only a captivating live show, but now with her newest single ‘Tree Song (Branch Out & Nourish My Veins)’. The song is a self-produced moody, atmospheric journey through soundscapes of delicate…

Top Music And Entertainment Apps For Android

When you’re stuck in a state of boredom, the first thing you probably reach for is your smartphone.  You’re looking for a funny cat video or your favorite music playlist to bridge your entertainment gap, and your phone is the quickest way to satiate the desire for excitement.   If you’re an Android user, you’ll have…

What are the characteristic of unique hair cutting shears?

Hair traits are a very important tool for a professional stylist. A wow style cannot be completed without the help of professional hair cans. Now, hair cuts are more important to make wow hair style more. At present, there are various types of hair cancer available, which are used by professional hairdresser, but haircut cancer…

Andrew Neil New Single “Hope”

Andrew Neil has been described as an outsider musical artist and compared to Daniel Johnston. Words like “raw” and “unpolished” are used to help draw word pictures for his unique sound. “Hope” is an example of Neil’s special contribution to the music world. Neil has an eventful biography — to say the least. He was…

weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 7, 2019 @ 7 am est

for Skope: Türküm releases deeply personal debut album “Anti-Sober” Türküm’s personal and complex debut studio album, which just dropped worldwide as a self-released body of work. The LP pictures Türküm’s years-long struggle with alcohol and humanity, which throughout various emotions (like anger, fear, loneliness, sadness), resulted in a downhill transition for him. Along with a…

DANIELE CARMOSINO Releases SDTRK to Movie ‘BARADAR’

Synopsis of ‘Baradar’ Movie – After being forced to separate, 10-year-old Alì and his 18-year-old brother, Mohammed, have been traveling for a long time. Three years earlier, a bomb destroyed their home in Kabul and killed their parents. Alone and homeless, Alì and Mohammed crossed Afghanistan and spent two years trapped in Iran before making…

weekend edition – @skopemag news for july 6, 2019 @ 12:30 pm est

Out Now: Fendi and Chanel collaborator shares cinematic visuals An interesting and unique artist, Krister Linder’s work is continually evolving to set himself apart from his peers. Previously working on advertising campaigns with the likes of Fendi, Chanel (fronted by Lily-Rose Depp and Keira Knightley) and H&M’s Christmas campaign, the inventive producer crafts explorative thought-provoking…

Paul Graves Releases The Timely ‘Enchantments of a Mountain’

I remember interviewing Paul Graves back in 2016 and was just so enthralled with his mountainous music and wildlife lifestyle, (https://skopemag.com/2016/10/07/jimmy-rae-goin-squatchin-with-mountain-man-paul-graves). They say home is where the heart is but in Paul’s case, home is where the heartfelt music stems from. Surrounded by spectacular views and pure nature at its finest, Wenatchee, Washington is where…