Feature stories and artist interviews
Since 2014, DC’s Philip Basnight and Colin Cross have been creating songs that embody the best kind of identity crisis. Incorporating the vulnerability and shared insights of late-night, low-volume conversations, the duo better known as Broke Royals transform these inspirations into stadium-ready anthems. Their gut-punch choruses easily reach the folks up in the nosebleeds. While…
Zak Starkey’s Trojan Jamaica roots reggae label announces debut album Trojan Jamaica is proud to announce the release of the groundbreaking new compilation, RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE, available July 12, 2019 at all music retailers and streaming services. RED, GOLD, GREEN & BLUE marks the eagerly anticipated debut full-length LP from Trojan Jamaica, the…
Pulling off a successful gig is tough even under the best of circumstances. Given the wide range of things that can go wrong, it only makes sense for a band to be well prepared. Below are a handful of things you can bring along to make your gigs a bit more successful. Extra Cables Let’s…
Getting the right financial advice is what many individuals and companies require to be successful and generate more income. How will this be achieved? Having a financial planner is the only solution. So, who is a financial planner? This is a person that gives detailed advice to individuals or companies that have certain financial aims.…
Some great videos are the result of meticulous planning and coordination between the artist and the director. Others owe their existence to serendipity and are none the worse for it. The soulful, Los Angeles based group Terry Light didn’t hire independent filmmaker Kailee McGee to shoot a clip for “Lately,” their debut single – and…
Griffin House Releases New Album, “Rising Star” Today, acclaimed singer-songwriter Griffin House releases Rising Star, his anticipated 13th album. The dynamic album varies musically and lyrically, spanning thematically from fatherhood and overcoming writer’s block to his personal struggle with sobriety. The record features co-writes with fellow Nashville musicians Brian Elmquist (The Lone Bellow), Joy Williams…
An antidote to cynicism, bridging the gap of generations before them. Fox Wilde is everything we love about the 80’s with everything we learned in the 90’s. The sons of Pablo Cruise founding member and keyboardist, Cory Lerios, are following in their fathers footsteps. With a million+ streams on Spotify, an appearance on Good Day…
Digital Farm Animals, AJ Mitchell Drop “Without You Now” Out Today Via Arista Records! “Without You Now” arrives after the release of Digital Farm Animals’ “Next To You” with Becky G ft. Rvssian, and “Next To You Part II” with Becky G, ft. Rvssian and Afrobeats megastar, Davido. Of the song, Rolling Stone proclaimed: “The…
For Justin Crowder, the goal is to make music that people will remember and relate to; invoking an unforgettable feeling. For his more popularly known moniker, JC, it’s about creating real music with a touch of swagg; charisma in the form of a sound recording! Referring to his writing style, he states, “Everything I write…
For your car to remain safe and dependable, it needs to be properly maintained. Routinely inspecting your vehicle for issues will give you extra peace of mind. Here are five car parts to regularly check up on. Tires Tires can have a major impact on your vehicle’s driving dynamics. Be sure to check your air…
Molly Tuttle has shared the official music video for “Light Came In (Power Went Out)” from her debut album WHEN YOU’RE READY (Compass Records). Filmed in Nashville, TN, the “Light Came In (Power Went Out)” video was directed by Jason Lee Denton. Graced with a clear, true voice and a keen melodic sense, Tuttle has become a…
It hasn’t been out long, but Midnight, the second album by Detroit rocker Stef Chura, is already counted by critics among the very best albums of the year. Chura’s sophomore project has delivered on the promise she showed on 2017’s energetic, imaginative Messes, and it announces the presence of an exciting new voice. Pitchfork praised…
One look at Social Media Influencer Emilia Taneva’s Instagram account @BubblyMoments, and you’ll feel like you’ve taken a 5-Star trip around the world, hitting all the hottest spots along the way. With her breathtaking pictures and vivid descriptions of her travels throughout Europe, The Middle East, Asia, South Pacific, Caribbean, Beverly Hills, Las Vegas and…
Dire Wolves’ new album, Grow Towards The Light, is out today on Beyond Beyond is Beyond “…delicately poised between the familiar and the weird. It is driven by a constant willingness to experiment along the way without ever losing the true way.” Tiny Mix Tapes SOULY HAD RELEASES NEW SINGLE “PARADISE” VIA ISLAND RECORDS, OUT…
Your garage door is something that provides you with vital security in a number of ways. If you have a door that leads directly to into your home from the garage, it can help to protect the security of your home. If you use your garage for parking your vehicle, it can protect the security…
“Down Down,” which comes from Bonne Finken’s Gauntlet album, is a survival song. It begins with a spooky, spacey intro, and then transitions into a thumping percussion part. Finken sings about survival, and how she made it without the help from the subject in this song. It’s as though she’s saying to this person, ‘Look,…
VALERIE BROUSSARD RELEASES NEW TRACK “ACTUALLY” TODAY Born and raised in Philadelphia, Valerie Broussard moved to London at the age of eighteen. It was this period living abroad when Valerie’s career as a songwriter began to take shape. Having since moved back stateside, Valerie brought home the hauntingly atmospheric pop that has been catching the…
Icona Pop made a welcomed return today with yet another undeniable summer banger — this time, a collaboration with Yves V and Afrojack– “We Got That Cool (Feat. Afrojack and Icona Pop), a glorious ode to 90’s house, out everywhere from today. Listen HERE. The global, chart-topping Swedish duo, aka Caroline Hjelt and Aino Jawo…
Boston Bun drops infectious new single‘Don’t Wanna Dance’ France-born, London based DJ and producer Boston Bun marks his first release of 2019 with new single ‘Don’t Wanna Dance’, out now via Island Records. Carly Rae Jepsen “No Drug Like Me (MANSONAIR REMIX)” Out Now Multi-platinum Grammy, Juno and Polaris Prize nominated singer/songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen…
“Sink” is the volume-crankingly-indulgent latest single from Remember the Monsters. Some artist’s names give plenty of expectation, but it’s safe to say it’s not wrong in the assumption that Remember The Monsters wouldn’t disappoint. It’s not often to hear tracks so melodic and synergistically powerful, with no compromise to either quality the track is as…
Vibrant indie-pop and youthful tones that ring similar to Foster The People’s Torches era Hailing from New York, to beat-artist parents, Zeke Finn grew up surrounded by non-stop inspiration. Later, encouraged by his music teacher, He later turned his playful interest into a serious hobby bringing all his wanderlust into full bloom. Pharlee Announces East…
A lot of questions run through your mind as you try to organize convenient travel modes around various places. Take, for instance, a situation where you visit a foreign country whose public transport system might not serve your purpose accordingly. Do you hire? Do you use cabs? This demonstrates just how much-organized travel can be…
“Whimsical, avant-garde [with] gorgeous wigs and plenty of lewks.” – Billboard on the “Goodbye” video Transatlantic queer pop group BHuman have released their take on a Cher classic. “Believe” is reimagined in shiny electronic pop perfection by the transgender Brit and gay American duo of Billie Lloyd and Harrison Scott and is purposefully dropped ahead…
So here we are on a gorgeous Sunday and it never stops here @skopemag. Today we are excited to have an artist who goes by – Matt The Fucking Rapper. 2019 is really been a busy one for Matt and his crew. He is currently touring with Sadistik and Elucid all over the east coast…
MARS RED SKY unveil details for new album “The Task Eternal” on Listenable Records Three years after their mind-blowing “Apex III (Praise For The Burning Soul)” odyssey, French heavy psych torchbearers MARS RED SKY are set to add another cornerstone to the pharaonic sonic monument they’ve been building for over a decade. Written in a…
Today, the critically-acclaimed duo Penny and Sparrow released “Stockholm,” the third song to be released from their forthcoming album Finch out August 2 via Thirty Tigers. The album is now available for pre-order and includes instant downloads of “Stockholm,” “Eloise” and “Don’t Wanna Be Without Ya.” “‘Stockholm’ is a coming-of-age story about the brain,” explains…
Virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Chance McCoy announced today his solo debut album Wander Wide will release on September 20th. Best known as a member of the Grammy-winning Americana powerhouse Old Crow Medicine Show, McCoy reveals a remarkable depth and versatility far beyond anything we’ve heard from him yet. This morning he released his newest song/title track “Wander…
A poignant artist rising through the ranks with her formidable prowess, South London R&B/Soul artist PRVNA releases a highly addictive feel good single ‘Fever’. Glossy, innovative and empowering, ‘Fever’ is filled with infectious grooves and undeniably stunning hooks. The single was written when PRVNA fondly remembered the days of dating dangerous boys, knowing they were…
SASHA SLOAN RELEASES NEW TRACK “DANCING WITH YOUR GHOST” – WILL BE FEATURED IN SUNDAY’S EPISODE OF HBO’S EUPHORIA Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Sasha Sloan releases new track “Dancing With Your Ghost.” “Dancing With Your Ghost” will be featured in Sunday’s episode of HBO’s Euphoria and is available now at all digital retail providers via RCA…
A silky-smooth style flow throughout Arthur Jae’s “God Will Make It Better”. Such a resonant approach works wonders as Arthur Jae brings together contemporary gospel, R&B, and a bit of pop into the proceedings. Full of a sunny optimism his lyricism lifts the listener up. Carefully selected word choice further adds to the overall power…
Matt The Fucking Rapper’s flow has a fantastical unhinged quality on “Wake Up Do Better”. His lyrics feel on point while they opt for a pitch perfect storytelling alongside a surprisingly wide amount of references that filter into the mix. From Drake disses to reflection on a life lived to the fullest, Matt The Fucking…
Any artist looking to change the game knows you’ve got to have an eye for the big picture and maintain a constant lay of the land. Gino McKoy has made big moves within the music and movie industries, beginning with his first-ever original composition getting played at the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He’s turned Goldove,…
Norwegian 20 year old indie pop/r&b artist Lil Halima shares charming a capella video for “Who Do U Love” Lil Halima ́s enthusiasm for music has been a part of her since birth. When her father departed from Kenya to Bardu in the north of Norway in 1995, his bag was filled with everything from…
Confident, nonchalant and unapologetically fierce: In her new single, Sorry Not Sorry, Zay shows no regrets as she cuts off a person from her life. Although she admits in some parts how much she is into him, Zay finally learns to “let it go”, as she sings in the song. In this catchy track, the…
Bakersfield, California: so much heritage, so much music, so many legends, so many honky-tonk ghosts. With the exception of Music City itself, it’s safe to say that no town in the USA means more to country fanatics. It was in Bakersfield that country music first collided with rock and roll – and the world is…
The video has a bright and colorful aesthetic which matches the tropical production. However, the uplifting melody is met with a dark message in the video. We are introduced to a frustrated female in her living room watching Kev Decor on a TV screen, resisting the urge to return to her drug habit. Eventually, a…
Thai Rockers, DEFYING DECAY, tour the US and release album DEFYING DECAY is a band made up of musical misfits, an eclectic mix of cultures and classical training, a hybrid born of many influences crafted by a shared passion for music. The band has persevered to realize their vision. Born in the East and now…
“Hey mom and dad/I want a puppy,” The Jolly Pops announce from the outset of their single “I Want a Puppy.” Although this lyrical statement expresses a familiar child sentiment, it comes off closer to a demand than a request. Furthermore, this pet request is placed within a heavy metal musical landscape. The sonic has…
Commanding a cult of followers attracted to his dark lyricism and inventive flows, 22-year-old rapper wifisfuneral occupies a unique position in hip-hop’s class of SoundCloud graduates. Following-up a fan favorite, wifisfuneral shares “wya pt. 2,” his latest video single. The sequel to “wya?,” a highlight from 2017’s The Boy Who Cried Wolf mixtape that eventually…
The TeleDynes deliver a swinging, rockabilly sound with the colossal tidal wave of their self-titled effort. Done with the greatest level of care, they tap into Dick Dale’s incredible riffing style with a fast-paced rush through such a wide variety of genres ranging from classic rock to the blues to jazz. Over the course of…
