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Boston-based power pop punk trio Allison & Moon have released a new single, titled “Puppy Love,” out on all digital platforms NOW. A sweet proclamation of affection, “Puppy Love” is an energetic combination of power pop and pop punk influences. Produced by Chris Curran at Reclaim Studios, the single successfully blends together soft, expressive verses…
From Brain Surgeon to Music Star – the Remarkable Jasper’s Riddle! Jasper’s Riddle’s journey to music is something even Hollywood would baulk at. After beginning his studies to become a brain surgeon, he switched to his current vocation, that of heart surgeon…all the while continuing to record as both a Jeff Buckley-influenced acoustic singer songwriter…and…
Fast-rising Manchester guitar-pop collective Larkins have released their brand new single ‘TV Dream’. The new song features bright synths, 80s-inspired guitars and a huge chorus showcasing their knack for intelligent songwriting and delicious pop hooks reminiscent of the likes of CHVRCHES, The 1975 and Pale Waves. Regarding the single frontman Josh Noble says, “‘TV Dream’…
FROM FIRST TO LAST ANNOUNCES FIRST LIVE SHOW IN TWO YEARS From First To Last has announced that its first live performance in over two years will take place on Friday, March 22, 2019 at Republic in New Orleans. The rare show will be presented by Emo Nite LA and BUKU Music + Art Project…
Imagine feeling blue, down, in need of help, you go get the help and then the help tells you that there is no need to speak with anyone else in your circle; they tell you that your word, your version, is good enough. HUH? Sometimes those in your circle may have more details to fill…
Anybody who has seen him in concert can testify that one SHIM (aka Shimon Moore) is enough for any music listener to handle. How about two SHIMs? One who moves at an average human pace, and another – a demonic doppelganger – whose accelerated activities are fiercely unnerving? Both the tormented Moore and his monstrous…
WOLF COUNSEL: New Video ‘NOVA’ – New Album Release February 22, 2019 Traditional heavy doom metal band WOLF COUNSEL will release their new and 4th album “Destination Void” on February 22, 2019 via Endless Winter Label. Release formats will be CD, LP (Limited Edition), downloads and streaming. GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING SAM MARTIN UNVEILS “SUGAR IS SWEET”…
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“If love was labeled poison, we’d still all drink it anyway. Because it’s like an addiction,” FLETCHER observes at the beginning of the video for her new single, “Undrunk.” Unveiled today, the clip seesaws between scenes shot in her oceanside hometown Asbury Park, NJ, and the desert roads of Joshua Tree, CA as FLETCHER’s emotional…
Multi-Platinum Band KONGOS Release 4th Studio Album KONGOS, the rock band of four brothers – Johnny, Jesse, Dylan and Danny Kongos, released their new album 1929: Part 1 on January 18, 2019. The band launched a 8-part docuseries, “Bus Call”, which follows their story and gives a compelling and realistic window into life on tour.…
Delicate Steve Rides A Motorcycle To “Freedom” Today Delicate Steve has shared “Freedom”, the latest track from his upcoming album Till I Burn Up coming out on March 1 via ANTI- Records. “I guess you could say the song was equally inspired by Purple Rain, Amen Dunes’ Freedom, A$AP Rocky, Krishnamurti, Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going…
So we are heading into Presidents Weekend here in the USA – so why not have NY Based British singer-songwriter Bobby Long on here to chat with @skopemag. His fourth album, called SULTANS, will be released on MARCH 1 by Compass Records. He will tour this spring in support of it, including a show at…
Metal Act Blessing A Curse Announce New Album and Release New Music Video, “Waste” Blessing A Curse is an American metal band from Orlando, Florida, best known for their unusual amalgamation of metalcore, rap-metal and pop-rock. The band spent the better part of 2018 recording their sophomore release, WASTE, produced by Stephan Hawkes (Attila, Jonny…
When utilized accurately, debt can be a stronger tool that can develop your business and most importantly to make better your standard of life. When utilized inappropriately, it can become a burden around your shoulders, putting you back as you try to enhance and increase in size. The chief to utilizing debt correctly is aware…
The moment you know you’re moving home, you should start planning and preparing for all the things that need to be accomplished right away. Even if you can’t wait to start a new stage in life, the idea of moving can stress you out. That said, there are a few things to prepare for your…
In August 2016, during what he now recognizes as his lowest point, David Bazan was touring the country alone in an aging minivan and found himself in his hometown of Phoenix, AZ. In need of a break from the road, he spent a night off at his grandparents’ house. Before leaving town the next morning,…
Want to sharpen up your theory or musical production skills? Choosing to study music in college is admirable, but it will take lots of dedications. Still the connections you make, and the skills you receive are well worth the effort. Especially young songwriters and music producers will benefit significantly from musical college. Most songwriters working…
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/kamrynmarieofficial/ Anyone who has ever wondered how it could be possible to translate an emotion as difficult to describe as eternal love into an intrepid melody that knows no boundaries would do well to give “Baby Girl,” the latest single from Kamryn Marie, a spin this February. In this ballad, Marie examines a scene…
FlowerLeaf: New lyric video of ‘Tupana’ points out dangers of deforestation After the video for “Girls in Pearls”, another track from “Stronger”, FlowerLeaf’s debut album, gets its own video. This is the lyric video for “Tupana”, music that talks about the experience of being in the middle of the Amazon forest, where the Tupana River…
When EDM/pop artist Kamryn Marie’s boyfriend popped the question over the holidays, she was thrilled. Her father’s less-than-positive response to this invitation, however, replaced celebration with deep-seated family tension. Realizing her Father’s anger was coming from the fear of losing her, Kamryn decided the best way to reassure her family was to express it how…
Tupelo Sun’s passion for music came after a trip to Graceland with his Dad and older Brother when he was 13. He threw himself into the music of Elvis and drew inspiration that still motivates him today. His name Tupelo is in homage of the musical great who has inspired him to pursue music. https://www.instagram.com/tupelosun/…
MANICS Release “Eleven Eleven” Off Forthcoming Debut EP With a driving bassline and hypnotic synthesizers, Bay Area indie outfit MANICS turn out a shimmering nu-disco groove on “Eleven Eleven.” The single, alongside recent release “Deja Rendezvu,” will be featured on the duo’s debut EP, Binary, out on Dim Mak March 8th. https://ffm.to/eleven-eleven New Leaf –…
Maybe it’s his love of theater. Or maybe it’s his musical prowess behind the keys. Whatever it is, John Paciga has a flare for the dramatic. Time and again, he’s proven that he is as comfortable on the biggest of stages and under the brightest of lights as he is in the smallest of intimate…
A chiming melody emits its charming glow from a distant piano in the opening bars of “Teddy Bear,” the new single from songwriter Tommy Botz, and soon it’s joined by the enraptured crooning of a loving feminine vocal that wraps around us tightly but stops shy of smothering us in its warmth. The rhythm is…
Rebūke Shares Remix of Xpansion ‘Move Your Body’ Fast-rising DJ & producer Rebūke has delivered his rumbling remix of Xpansion’s ‘Move Your Body’, taken from Shadow Child’s ‘Curated By’ series – a selection of classic tracks, remastered and reworked on his own Food Music label. Gypsy Temple – Pick a Number (OFFICIAL VIDEO) Song: It’s…
Brutal death metal maniacs ABORTED have released a brand new music video for the song “Deep Red”, off of their latest album TerrorVision (2018). “Since Hell over Europe was such a good time we decided to bring the line up as complete as possible to North America where we will spread the TerrorVision for the…
TIM BAKER to Release Solo Debut FOREVER OVERHEAD April 19th on Arts & Crafts On his debut solo album Forever Overhead, Hey Rosetta! frontman and principle songwriter Tim Baker warmly welcomes you in. The first words we hear him sing on the lead single “Dance” are akin to a toast: “Here’s to the other side,…
“To me the compelling thing about U Don’t Have 2 Wait is its honesty and simplicity. It’s a song about two lovers, yearning, separated by distance but together in their thoughts and dreams. The music video needed to be equally simple, but visually stunning, with a focus on the contrast between “real life” and fantasy.…
Just be honest. That’s all we ask for in life, right? Instead of false pretenses and misleading games, being upfront about intentions goes a long way. It’s this attitude that makes Trav Torch such an admirable artist. He’s not one for games, he’s one for putting his heart and soul into his music, and his…
TYGA x G EAZY x RICH THE KID “GIRLS HAVE FUN” VIDEO x AUDIO x DJ PACK Idyll Green (ex-Hacienda / The Fast Five) share new single + video from debut EP due out Feb 22 San Antonio-based alt R&B band of brothers, Idyll Green, share the second single from their forthcoming, debut EP, When…
Moriber and Musical Theatre Composer Joseph Thalken Put Together An Arrangement That Pays Homage to All Three Film Versions (Judy Garland, Barbra Streisand, AND Lady Gaga) Just in Time for 2019 Oscar Season More About Brooke Moriber: Brooke has been lauded for her “clarion voice” by the Associated Press and songs that…
San Francisco can be an excellent place for music lovers because it is home to world-famous music venues, such as The Warfield and Davies Symphony Hall. These free venues allow you to host performances of world music, jazz and classical. If you are visiting the bay area for music, the San Francisco Giants box seats…
Ladarrion Burton, known aptly by his stage name, 7 Tha Great, is a Dallas based rapper whose body of work includes two highly acclaimed studio albums and countless collaborative singles. His raw vocal presence, dynamic word-play and one-punch delivery places him in a league of his own. More impressively, he has become a fixture in…
Gazel shares acoustic version of ‘Pointing At The Moon’ Genre-blending British/Turkish songwriter and producer Gazel has shared an acoustic version of her debut single, ‘Pointing At The Moon’, ahead of her headline show at London’s St Pancras Church later this month. TRONOS ANNOUNCE CELESTIAL MECHANICS ALBUM, PRE-ORDER AND FIRST SINGLE UK band TRONOS are delighted…
ESP Evolution offers a song of pure celebration on the free-spirited “The Weekend”. An absolute joy of a track ESP Evolution neatly brings together funk, soul, and jazz into a satisfying cohesive whole. Right at the very heart of it is a carpe diem attitude one that nicely fits into the playful lyricism. Going for…
Rivah Jordan, veteran of the dancehall, reggae and soundsystem scenes has returned with an impressive new trap-influenced single, Shoebox. Known as the songwriter of cult dancehall singer, Prezident Brown and as the son of popular reggae artist, Jack Radics – Rivah Jordan’s life in music has seen him performing and writing for some of the…
In his 2012 QOOL Music Awards acceptance speech for Best R&B Dance Artist, YOVANNI said, “Never ever, ever give up on your vision.” Mixing elements of R&B and funk with electronica, YOVANNI cites Madonna, George Michael, and Adam Lambert as his favorite artists, though his sound is uniquely his. He’s had a few releases that…
SOAK’s New Song “Valentine Shmalentine” Out Now Derry, Ireland’s SOAK — a/k/a Bridie Monds-Watson — today released her timely and biting new track “Valentine Shmalentine” from her anticipated second album, Grim Town, out April 26th on Rough Trade Records. Following a sold-out show at NYC’s Mercury Lounge and packed shows in Washington, DC and Los…
Music is one of the oldest forms of entertainment, and this is with good reason. Music gives people the chance to relax and appreciate some good talent. One of the best things about this is the establishment of places in which people can visit and listen to music as they relax. London has a variety…
Na Hoa goes for a blissful dreamy world with the beautiful “Leo Kama’aina”. Done with the greatest of ease, the languid pacing feels just right. From the elegant piano weaving in and out of the mix to graceful guitar, the whole thing simply stuns. A highly energetic, wild spirit defines Mark Lindsay’s “Rush On You”.…
