Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

Francobollo return with new single ‘Hoo Ha’

Today Swedish, London based band Francobollo return with new single ‘Hoo Ha’ — the first material since their acclaimed 2017 debut album ‘Long Live Life’. Produced by Charlie Andrew (alt-J, Sivu, Marika Hackman, MONEY etc) -‘Hoo Ha’ is an exemplary return from the unpredictable 4-piece. Speaking a little more on the new track, frontman Simon…

MAX FROST RELEASES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO FOR “GOOD MORNING”

Atlantic recording artist Max Frost has announced the release of his new single and video. “Good Morning” is now available at all DSPs and streaming services and will soundtrack a major advertising campaign launching bubly, PepsiCo’s new line of flavored sparkling waters. The commercial will get its primetime television premiere during the highly anticipated 90th…

New today: Lydmor’s Shanghai inspired single ‘Money Towers’

The young eccentric Jenny Rossander pictures herself as a general troublemaker, which is probably the best way to describe her iridescent personality and countless creative activities. But all of her works revolve around her solo project Lydmor. With several Scandinavian releases, which have been put our to a decent success, she is now ready to…

Djime Emerge With A New Album ‘Octopus Dreams’ & More

We are so excited to help spread the word on this band out of Seattle, WA named Djime. They are coming out swinging with a new album ‘Octopus Dreams’ and a video for ‘Untitled @190 v2.1’. Join us today as we kick off the week and chat with Djime about the new album, social media,…

New Video By Beca “In Deep Love”

The moment you lay eyes on Beca, her kinetic energy, dark-disco-pop style, and ethereal voice make it impossible to forget her. The Los Angeles transplant effortlessly carries herself with the swagger of a star. She’s a force of nature in concert and in front of a camera and possesses an alluring radio-ready sound, knack for…

Alfredo Rodriguez’s ‘The Little Dream’ on Mack Avenue Records

“The Little Dream,” the title track of Cuban pianist and composer Alfredo Rodríguez’s fourth studio album (Mack Avenue Records), gently builds into an uplifting statement – one that reflects the hope children hold in building a brighter future, where tiny dreams manifest into grandiose realities. There is no better example of this than Rodríguez’s own…

ALFIYA GLOW “Broken” Official Music Video Out Now

Russian-borne DJ/producer/violinist—ALFIYA GLOW—releases the music video (edited and directed by Omari Bigham) for her electrifyingly fresh, classical-infused original track, “Broken.” With a blend of future bass, chill trap vibes, and juicy violin solos, ALFIYA GLOW is able to create a symphonic atmosphere through intense emotion. ALFIYA GLOW says of the music video’s theme: “We all…

Swedish indie-pop artist Esther Vallee releases new single ‘Hardcore’

Swedish indie-pop artist Esther Vallee returns with the release her new single ‘Hardcore’ today, February 23rd, through Warner Music Sweden. A powerful juggernaut of a pop song, ‘Hardcore’ is world-class pop that will have you hocked within seconds. Speaking about Hardcore, Esther exclaims – “I hope everyone listening to the song will get as much…

JUAN MAGAN UNLEASHES NEW SINGLE ‘LE ENCANTA’ WITH B-CASE

We’re only two months into 2018 and Latin-meets-electronic sensation Juan Magan has another massive number for fans. Titled “Le Encanta” his new collaboration with B-Case is a hot and sultry tropical number that sets the mood for summer from the very first beat. Landing within the Top 50 in 15 countries, “Le Encanta” comes on…

Tin Tenn Presents Video For “Lucid Dreams”

Success is largely a matter of hanging in there when most others find themselves folding up like a cheap lawn chair. Tin Tenn is a Memphis-based artist who is ready to share his remarkable story of perseverance in the form of music. His music passion and style comes not only from his past experiences, but…

BROODS’ Georgia Nott Shares “Need A Man”

BROODS’ Georgia Nott has released a new track, “Need A Man,” from her all-female collaboration, “The Venus Project” today. “Need a Man” is another emotionally raw and haunting track that finds Georgia questioning the irony of the notion that a woman needs a man to protect her from other men. Georgia explains, “this song is…

Check Out the Kid Joining Post Malone on Tour

LA-based artist, Paris just dropped his new music video, “Reasons.” With only 2 singles under his belt, the newcomer is definitely making a splash on the LA music scene with his unique sound and look. In April, the rapper will hit the road with hip-hop superstars, Post Malone and 21 Savage and the Bay Area’s…

VERSITILE ASIAN ARTIST ON THE RISE IN AMERICA

Artist Zhihua Hu has come a long way from her native China to the bright lights of New York. Her creativity was evident at a young age as she took to the piano seamlessly. When she turned 10 years old she was learning composition. It was clear that she was a natural when it came…

New Video By Nadia Kazmi “Like A Cat”

Nadia Kazmi is an artist that is impossible not to root for. Her music has been described as pulsing and melodic, with an attention to reflective lyrics based on life experience. Kazmi’s songs are like letters from a friend. They’re reassuring, insightful, easy to cherish. They invite revisitation, and sometimes even contemplation. And they continue…

Wye Oak share showstopper “It Was Not Natural”

The Louder I Call, The Faster It Runs contains the biggest, broadest, boldest music Wye Oak have ever made, and today, the duo of Jenn Wasner and Andy Stack provide a song that exemplifies the band at their most enlightened. During the intoxicating “It Was Not Natural,” a weary walk through the woods unearths a…

New Video By Nahko “Dragonfly”

Musicians often paint their songs with existential questions like “why am I here?” and “who am I?” While most are painfully derivative, every once in awhile there is someone whose life has truly been shaped by this need to know. For Oregon-born artist Nahko, the search began as a child. When Nahko was born in…

The FMs: “Eyes Are Suffering” by Eileen Shapiro

The genius behind The FMs, Matt Namer, was recently coaxed to relieve the inner-most essence of their new single “Eyes Are Suffering”. The band, known amongst other things as a true force in the sensibility and reconstruction of the complacency of the world, has once again created a powerful message, an anthemic reality within this…

@skopemag Premiere: Sammie Harney – ‘Problem Child’

The title track from Nashville based Sammie Harney’s debut release Problem Child has received a lyric video treatment and stylish presentation of imagery that nicely dovetails into Harney’s songwriting. Harney is beginning her music career on the indie scene, but she definitely has material with the required writing acumen to propel her career into the…

Epicure shares dark, intense “Dead Weight” video

Epicure (stylized e p i c u r e) is Sam Peters, a young producer and vocalist from Kalamazoo, MI. After catching the attention of Detroit-based label Young Heavy Souls, he released his debut EP “In My Mind’s Eye” with them in December 2016. The lead single “Projection of a Memory” gained positive reviews and…

Saint Clair Presents ‘I’m Still Standing’

Saint Clair has aired ‘I’m Still Standing’, the latest track to emerge from her forthcoming ‘D2’ EP (due April 2018 via her own Dearly Beloved imprint), following singles ‘Human Touch’ and ‘Amnesiac’ (produced by Terrible Records signing Rahm). Listen here. Self-producing and arranging for the very first time, Saint Clair takes Elton John’s fist-pumping, 80s…

4 Great Music Blogs For Indie Artists

Looking for a music review for your original song, EP or CD? BWH Music Group offers music reviews and interviews through four blogs. BWH Music Group Blogs are known nationally due to their high level of selectivity. BWH Music Group has designed a one-stop PR shop for Indie Artists that includes music reviews and interviews. BWH…

New Video By AV Super Sunshine “Smile”

One thing we’ve all come to love about AV Super Sunshine is his constant drive and energy to be the best he can be. Earlier in life circumstances sent him through a knock-down, drag-out period of his life, but he rebounded and rediscovered his musical passion in the process. After years of slugging it out…

GRM PRESENTS Eye’z Press Conference March 3 Pacifica, CA

San Francisco Bay – Launching a very talented pop singer Eye’z from the San Francisco Bay area. March 3rd press conference at Winters Tavern in Pacifica at 7pm sharp· 1522 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 Q&A for 15 min followed by art and music by Rob Adam Jackson – https://www.sfstation.com/flock-a-subculture-attraction-e2341179 Eye’z is known for her…

Hyway Jackson Presents ‘Hyway The Pope’

Hyway Jackson releases his latest track called “Hyway the Pope”. You can watch the visuals on Youtube and you can also purchase the single online at any major music retail outlet.                 Twitter: @HpHopPush @hyway_jackson Buy: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hyway-the-pope-single/1333641433

Pop Punk Newcomers Wave Break Release “Plaster City”

Boston pop punk band Wave Break are back with their second single “Plaster City,” an anthemic track written by lead vocalist Kelly Barber, out NOW. Highly reminiscent of Riot!-era Paramore, Wave Break blends early 2000’s pop punk elements with alternative cues to take on an energetic persona. Although just their second single and having only…

THE ARMED “Only Love” out April 27th + new music video for “Witness”

Detroit punk/hardcore/experimental collective, The Armed, have announced their second LP, ONLY LOVE, due April 27th via No Rest Until Ruin (US) / Throatruiner (EU). The band returned to GodCity Studio to work with Converge guitarist, Kurt Ballou, as executive producer. Continuing their signature process of collaborating with different drummers on each release, this time The…

Woodes releases new single ‘Origami’

Melbourne based artist Woodes returns in 2018 with yet another stellar single ‘Origami’, following on from her standout 2017 which made her one of the most exciting names in Australian indie music. Woodes drew inspiration from her experiences in Japan when creating ‘Origami’. The bubbly, euphoric track is taken from Woodes awaited second EP titled…

Two New Videos By Harp Samuels “Fire” and “Secrets”

Start with the voice: fragile, passionate, yearning but comforting, equally suited for storytelling and whispered confessions. It’s a voice that demands an acoustic setting – one gentle as a bird’s wing – and Harp Samuels’s guitar and gossamer production provides a perfect accompaniment for his aching melodies. The sound is so rich, full, and engrossing…

ELLA MAI RELEASES VISUAL FOR “NAKED”

There’s something extremely resonant about 10 Summers/Interscope Records’ singer/songwriter Ella Mai. Her latest single “Naked” delivers powerful notes and speaks to every person that yearns for unconditional love. On the two-year anniversary of her EP Time, Mai releases the powerful and poignant visual for “Naked”. Directed by Keoni Marcelo, Ella illustrates the overarching concept behind…

New Video By Sarah Ragsdale “Paranoia”

New Jersey’s “piano woman” Sarah Ragsdale is back and stronger than ever with a new music video embracing the frigid chill and arctic landscape that’s overtaken the Northeast of America. 2018 was a huge year for Ragsdale: her latest album Whimsical Romance received rave reviews from critics and listeners alike and her well crafted, fully…

THE ACES SHARE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR ‘VOLCANIC LOVE’

Just last week Utah quartet, The Aces, announced the release of their much anticipated debut album, When My Heart Felt Volcanic on April 6th. Today, the band is excited to share the official music video for the title track ‘Volcanic Love.’ Co-directed by Nico Poalillo and drummer Alisa Ramirez the video references some of the…

“You Say You Love Me” from Canadian duo TOPICS

Hailing originally from the prairies of Canada, the duo TOPICS are set to release their first full-length album, ‘youth shield antioxidant complex’ on March 1st. A synthesis of new wave, country, dance and minimalist electro-pop with heavy emphasis on bass guitar, synthesizer and reverb effects, TOPICS brings their shared experiences of anxiety, nostalgia, conceptions of…

Kid Fiction Unleashes New Single ‘Silence Is Golden’

After his breakout single last year, Kid Fiction releases the genre-bending, slow groove follow-up ‘Silence Is Golden’. Accidentally deleting the song before it was finished forced Kid Fiction to improve on what he could remember resulting in the uplifting electro gem which oozes with groove and flow. Opening with a sample propelled into a repetitive…

VERONICA VEGA Releases “Wave” feat. LIL WAYNE & JEREMIH

Pitbull protégé and VH1’s “Love & Hip Hop: Miami” star Veronica Vega has released her highly-anticipated single “Wave” feat. Lil Wayne and Jeremih. The song premiered on last night’s episode of “Love & Hip Hop: Miami”, and was produced by Polow Da Don for Zone 4, Inc., Buddha & Supa Dups. “After all the drama…

Rick Ross “Florida Boy” Music Video

Taking no prisoners, four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multiplatinum rap icon and Maybach Music Group mastermind Rick Ross unleashes the music video for his latest single and massive homage to his home state, “Florida Boy” [feat. T-Pain & Kodak Black]. Watch it on Vevo. Once again, Rozay pulls out all of the stops for the high-octane visual.…

New Official VAVO Remix Out Now On Republic Records

Coming off a massive year, VAVO kicked off 2018 with a bass house festival banger. While it currently remains in the Top 5 Electro House Releases on Beatport, the duo continues to show their production prowess by releasing a pop style remix of Bulow’s ‘Not A Love Song.’ Out now on Republic Records, VAVO’s remix…

New Video By Safaree “NFL”

Wait – play that back! That’s the sort of reaction Safaree gets to his incendiary verses. The New York emcee comes with relentlessly clever rhymes, a flurry of punchlines, audacious one-liners, straight, uncensored truth from an artist who has never had any difficulty speaking out. Quick-witted, rude, and hilarious: a winning combination. “NFL”, his latest…