Feature stories and artist interviews
Austin’s newest indie/rock outfit Cosmico haven’t been on the stage for long but are quickly making waves in the local music scene in Texas. Led by front man Greg Denn who has had his fair share of life changing events, Denn brings a string of roar emotion in the bands latest singles. “Ivory Coast” and…
Or does social media now drive the music business? In 2016 Saul Klein and Denzyl Feigelson, in the UK, founded the start-up “Platoon” intended as a platform for new artists. Feigelson used to be an Apple executive at iTunes Music and founded the direct-to-consumer record sales company called Artists Without A Label. Platoon has been…
Drive east on Fort Union Boulevard from Salt Lake City, and just before the road is swallowed by the immensity of the Wasatch Range, you’ll find Alpha Coffee. It’s the last pit stop before you reach the foothills of the mightiest mountains in Utah – and if you’re thinking of taming them, or skiing them,…
Listen and enjoy the album Bootleg (Batch 432) a wonderful creation by Russ Still &The Moonshiners. Catchy lyrics, fresh and collaborated instrumental arrangements, finely cooked music are the best recognizing elements of Russ Still and the Moonshines, Georgia Music Awards’ 2015 Country Band of the Year. Recently this band has released their latest music album,…
Ha Phuong chooses love over fear as she embraces the world with a forgiving heart and an open mind. As an all-powerful creator, she is a singer, actress, producer, philanthropist, wife, mother, sister, and most importantly, a New Yorker. She has started her own foundation and brings harmony into the lives of underprivileged children to…
Damian “Jr Gong” Marley Sets New Record In Cruise Business One the most successful music charters, Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise (WTJRC), sells out in new record time for 2019. Now going on its sixth year, the five-night cruise helmed and curated by GRAMMY-winning musician Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is fully booked for next year’s…
Toad & The Stooligans Drop New Single “Trap Song” With Music Video “For “Trap Song” we just wanted to take the vibe that hip hop artists put into trap beats and drop it into a live band environment. We wanted it to be rhythmically intricate, hard hitting and powerful. Recording this song wasn’t immediately in…
Azealia Banks releases Icy Colors Change, her brand new holiday EP, available now on all DSPs. The 3-song EP features Azealia’s renditions of standards “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” plus her classic—in-the-making original “Icy Colors Change,” which won over fans when she posted the demo earlier…
Addi McDaniel’s radiant clip for “Are You Serious”, her latest single, is, unmistakably, a love letter to New York City. If you were McDaniel, you’d probably be in love with New York, too. The native Floridian musician has been embraced by her adopted hometown and recognized as one of the most enchanting new songwriters and…
I have to say that this review is extra special and dear to me because for the first time ever I am able to cover a phenomenal performance/event at our local church! With the Christmas season upon us, Daniel Oberreuter came to town bearing gifts of spiritually uplifting music. On Sunday, December 2, 2018, Daniel…
NFL Lineman Joe Barksdale to Release New Music in 2019 Up-and-coming guitarist and singer-songwriter Joe Barksdale is set to hit the ground running in 2019 with a new EP produced by the legendary Narada Michael Walden (Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, The Temptations, Lionel Richie, Ray Charles). The soulful new rock tunes from the offensive lineman…
This is the fourth review this year I’ve done for the tenacious Fabp aka Fabpz The Freelancer and he continues to churn up musical lyrics in the lab with his trusty pen and pad. It’s safe to say that Fabp is going out with a bang for 2018 with the new release titled ‘Classical Rap…
Released today: YESTERDAY IS HISTORY “Frames” Yesterday Is History is an Alternative Rock band from Mendrisio, Switzerland formed in November 2016 by Matteo Sulmoni (Vocals), Mattia Facciolo (Guitar), Marco Stevanato (Bass) and Davide Sulmoni (Drums). The band immediately started work on their first EP and in April 2017 they went into the recording studio (Heaven…
December Fades is the moniker of Los Angeles singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Kevin Rogers. He has created a refreshing musical approach that is cathartic, inspiring, and radio-friendly. Every element of the music is carefully carved to perfection; combining dynamic, unforgettable melodies, poetic lyrics, and rock and hip-hop style drumming. Each song is has its own feel and…
The Muddy Crows goes for classic sound with their powerful self-titled debut. Blending the old and the new in equal measure, their storytelling ability recalls Tom Waits, as do the raw intensity of the vocals. Everything has a welcoming, soothing quality to it. Volume deserves to be blasted for there is a rustic charm to…
Elan Suave (“Elan”), whose real name is Ethan Griffiths, is an American singer/rapper born in the Bronx on January 11, 2004. He is of Jamaican descent through both of his parents, Angella Griffiths and Donovan Griffiths. He has an older brother, Dornell Henriques, AKA Nellz Supreme (“Nellz”). The family owns and manages the entertainment company,…
duendita “blue hands” video “police violence has a painful, rich history in America and it involves all of us. it reflects how our bodies are valued within society, for the whole world to see… that’s why we say Black Lives Matter. i hear the silence of the unaffected, it’s an unacceptable form of violence as…
Music store ownership can be a sign of a bona fide lover of tunes. If you own a music shop, then it’s most likely a source of immense pride for you. That’s the reason you should go above and beyond to care for it the right way. Keeping a music store in tiptop shape can…
Falu’s Bazaar was inspired by her desire to address her son’s fascination with their cultural values and customs, exploring Indian culture through song, and celebrating the instruments, languages, sights, and humanity of a diverse world. A true family affair, Falu’s husband plays on the record, while three generations comprise its voice with vocals performed by…
Analea Brown Releases New Music Video “Nuttah Buttah”! Rising Tongan songstress Analea Brown has just released her playful new music video for her standout single “Nuttah Buttah” on Friday, December 14th! Reggae beats, soulful vocals and loving lyrics about self-acceptance make up the vibrant track. Analea sings, “You are beautiful, every curve, every shade, see…
Blues, classical, jazz, vintage rhythm and blues, country picking, or rock and roll – Rob Higginbotham can do it all. He’s a marvel on the acoustic six-string in any style you’d choose, and he’s never more relaxed, magnetic, and mesmerizing than he is when he’s playing his own witty songs. A guitarist of Higginbotham’s skill…
MATT OX RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “RIDE AROUND” Philadelphia rapper Matt Ox releases his music video for “Ride Around” today. The video was shot/directed/edited by Lonewolf. Laura Nyro Meets Kate Bush: Rie Swaps the Cityscape of Tokyo For the UK Countryside, Beautiful New Single ‘Mirror’ Having established herself with a long stint with Sony Japan,…
Lance King Invites Us To Leave Behind Fear, Doubt, And Failure With Release Of “Limitless,” From Forthcoming Album ReProgram. Legendary Progressive Metal vocalist Lance King (Pyramaze, Balance of Power, Gemini, Avian) recently had an epiphany so powerful that it compelled him to create a new album titled ReProgram, to be released on Feb 15th 2019.…
We are now days away from Christmas and 2019, this is getting exciting. We have been inundtaed with holiday music this year but we love it. It is only for 1 month so its all good. Today we have Tripi on here hanging out. Tripi blends Classic Rock, Blues, Roots & Americana. He recently released…
Malibu Ken (Aesop Rock/TOBACCO) hit the “Corn Maze” Malibu Ken, the duo comprised of verbose hip hop mainstay Aesop Rock and abstract-fidelity analog-synth experimenter TOBACCO (of Black Moth Super Rainbow), have shared a video for “Corn Maze,” an indelible anti-social anthem from their forthcoming self-titled album (due January 18th via Rhymesayers). The Rob Shaw-directed clip…
Have you ever been watching TV, heard a song, and thought “that sure is a good song, I wish I knew who was singing it…”? Well, there’s a good chance that it came from either Maggie McClure or Shane Henry (aka The Imaginaries). Between the two, their songs have been featured in numerous shows like…
Superstar Ella Mai (10 Summers/Interscope Records) will end her whirlwind year at the top of the charts as her single, “Trip” has just reached #1 at Rhythmic Radio. The RIAA Certified Platinum track also peaked at #1 at Urban Radio and the official video has amassed over 53M views on Vevo. Spawning multiple remakes, “Trip”…
Little White Things share new single ‘In The Fire’ Little White Things are a duo combining the talents of Dublin, Ireland raised David Behan, and Swedish born Max Bergstrom. Today, the pair are releasing their new single ‘In The Fire’ – a sweltering, energetic, electronically-tinged indie pop cut, which explores relationships, friendships, and enemies in…
A seductive, sultry, suggestive sound that makes the heart Surrender — The Sound of ARITA. The New York-based artist, whose Caribbean upbringing gives her a unique sound and style is obsessed with the topic of Love. “I’m fascinated by Love – the many moods of love,” she said. “The heartaches, the heartbreaks, the good side,…
LA Rapper Charles X Releases “Prozac” on HipHopDX The trap infused banger sees Charles X branch out in a new direction to help showcase his versatility within hip-hop. Thanks to an erratic, bass heavy beat, an off the rails flow similar in vein to rappers such as Vince Staples and J.I.D., and an infectious hook…
This is instant enjoyment and music to my ears listening to David Graff’s new album titled ‘Supposed To Fly’. The overall artistry and musicianship on this record is magnificent and so finely-crafted. David Graff may have started his career as a drummer but there is no doubt that his songwriting skills are soaring high on…
Like Van Gogh’s Arles, the Hamptons have always been a place artists seek retreat. Taylor Barton is one of those artists: she’s drawn to the quality of the light that impresses the muses – a place unlike anywhere else in the world. She’s been deeply involved in the arts scene on Eastern Long Island for…
STF’s “Lookalike (badhabit remix)” Producer badhabit steps in to give the powerful pop track a sleek and satin-like facelift. It’s the perfect new single leading into the new year for STF who will take the music world by storm. MKTO Release “How Can I Forget (Ryan Riback Remix)” MKTO who just released the remixed version…
Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Dominican Republic, Pierre Carbuccia now resides in the Portland, Oregon area and has rechristened himself Juraćan for his fourth release Niño. Carbuccia adopted his new moniker as a way of reflecting abusive childhood experiences and the self-recrimination that followed – the word’s origins are in ancient Tainos…
URL: https://www.giliardlopes.com/ Giliard Lopes’ solo debut Caminhos (translated from Portuguese into English as Paths) is an inventive and durable rebuke to anyone foolish enough to believe jazz doesn’t retain continued vitality in our modern age and isn’t an infinitely malleable form. Lopes’ six song debut as a band leader mixes the Brazilian native’s core South…
Miguel Estrada has been writing songs since he was very young, mostly romantic compositions. As a child in Panama he would carry around a small tape recorder so whenever a nice melody came to his mind, he could save it. He was one of 12 children, growing up poor and working on a local farm…
Washington D.C.’s Electro Pop/Rock quintet, CRASHING ATLAS has begun work on their second EP-currently untitled. Following the success of their debut ASCEND, which produced the radio single “Savages” that made waves across YouTube, garnering over 800,000 views. The first offering off the follow up is the single “Monster”, which can be described from the band…
In June 2017, Briannagh performed at the Saint Kitts Music Festival, sharing the stage with such musical legends as Shabba Ranks, Goo Goo Dolls, Mavado, and Creedence Clearwater Revisited, as well as many others, representing a range of primarily afro-Caribbean musical styles. During 2016 and 2017, Briannagh wrote, recorded, and filmed a video for a…
AGT Finalist Courtney Hadwin Signs With Syco Music & Arista Records Courtney Hadwin has signed a long-term recording contract with Syco Music in partnership with Arista Records in the US. The 14-year-old from Hartlepool, Northern England rose to fame in the US after she starred in this year’s series of America’s Got Talent on NBC.…
We are here on a Monday but it is all good, the music keeps on here @skopemag. Today we get to chat with Tears of Joy. Tears of Joy is a power pop band from Pittsburgh, PA formed in 2015 by drummer Jake Leya and singer/guitar player Evan Kadan. Jake is a former child star…
