Feature stories and artist interviews
Golden Globe, GRAMMY, Academy Award winning activist, actor and artist Common, four-time GRAMMY Award winning pianist/producer Robert Glasper, and drummer/producer extraordinaire Karriem Riggins announce the formation of their new group August Greene. The band’s debut self-titled, Amazon Original album will be released on March 9th. Today, the first single “Optimistic” featuring Brandy premiered at NPR…
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Benjamin Jaffe will release his solo debut album Oh, Wild Ocean of Love this Spring via Diamond Family Records. Best known as one-half of the acclaimed Americana duo HONEYHONEY, Jaffe steps into the spotlight with his debut and reveals his impressive chops as a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger. Today, he released…
David Cobo’s story is one of a man fighting for freedom. Freedom from social constructs, freedom from haters and freedom to speak the truth. Born in Angola and raised in Austin, Texas, Cobo is no stranger to change. In his new video for “No One,” Cobo takes us through his artistic evolution, putting his heart…
Start the year off right with two new singles and accompanying music videos from electronic artist Illuminatè Steele. “A Darker Shade of Heaven” and “Desire by Design (The God Complex) (rMx).” Illuminatè adds her unique brand of avant-garde synth wave to both tracks, adding a funkier, more inclusive sound for all listeners in the underground…
Today minimal electronic sensation CIFIKA premieres the single and video for “MOMOM,” her collaboration with indie rockstar Hyuk Oh. “MOMOM” precedes CIFIKA’s upcoming February EP ‘PRISM’, which is to be supported by the largest ever North American tour for a Korean artist with stops in more than 20 cities, including Austin for SXSW. Additional dates…
Today, Tracey Thorn reveals her new single “Queen,” the first song to be taken from her first solo album of entirely original material in seven years. Titled Record, the new album will be released on March 2. Watch the Carol Morley-directed video for “Queen” now, and pre-order the album on CD and smoky red Peak…
What makes a true artist? Years of training can build skills, but there’s an unbridled passion and love for the craft that will make the most dedicated stand out. Natalise Kalea began her musical journey at a young age (she played piano at age three, began dance lessons at seven, and joined her church choir…
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Elektra Records has announced the label debut release from North Carolina-based quintet Rainbow Kitten Surprise. “HOW TO: FRIEND, LOVE, FREEFALL” arrives everywhere on Friday, April 6th. Produced by GRAMMY® Award winner Jay Joyce (Cage The Elephant, Sleeper Agent), “HOW TO: FRIEND, LOVE, FREEFALL” is available for pre-order beginning today, with all pre-orders joined by an…
“So excited to be on American Idol 2018! I look forward to your continued love, support and feedback! I am going to need every ounce of good vibes I can get! And thank you for continuing to listen to my debut “Kissed by An Angel EP” ! My journey as an Independent Artist continues thanks…
Coming at you with a viral video and a word-wide lifestyle/merch brand taking the world by storm, the one and only Saïnt Pierreis back with a hot new single entitled, “Acid”. The Bronx native coined the term “Berri Life” through his last few efforts to represent his clique. Now that the world is glued to…
With a New Year almost beginning, and on the heels of her latest release “Affection” (now available via iTunes, Spotify, Amazon & more), NYC based Singer/Songwriter Annamaria is getting ready to hit the ground running as she continues to conquer the NYC music scene and beyond! The city has breathed new life, and taking center…
With A 2018 Debut Album On the Horizon – Up and Coming Talent’s Newest Track Shines A Light On Not Only His Vocal and Songwriting Prowess, But His Overall Determination to Be The Next Big Contender in Today’s Pop/R&B Scene With so much noise in today’s music world it can be harder to sift out…
New single You Win from San Francisco-based electro-pop duo New Spell drips with tumbling echoes and graceful vocal figures: an inroad to relationship tension and seeing lies for what they are. Lead line “And so, lies you win” resonates at the forefront, and vocalist/songwriter Leanne Kelly recalls the moment when the line and melody first…
RME presents Anthem Boston Laice. Half artist showcase half networking event Anthem gives performers, producers, entrepreneurs and creators of all levels an outlet to connect with their local community and expand their creative network while engaging with industry professionals in person. Also, “Independence” Laice’s new single, will be available January 20th at midnight on all…
Winter be damned!! If you 1) live deep in the southern hemisphere 2) in the mind of Alex M.O.R.P.H. or 3) are looking (somewhat miraculously!) out of VANDIT HQ’s window right now, you’d be more than forgiven for entertaining some summery thoughts. For the rest, battling with the inclement rigours of bombocyclones, snownados, icenamis or…
The newest track from Panda Funk is a soulful, multifaceted tune titled “Infected” by producer GARABATTO and talented singer Charlee Muse. “Infected” weaves a tale of the juxtaposing emotions and self-medication that results from futile attempts at trying to fill a void with instant gratification. Muse’s poignant vocals are accentuated by GARABATTO’s deliberate, resonant bassline…
Atlantic recording artist Hayley Kiyoko has released her new song “Curious,” the first official single from her highly anticipated debut album EXPECTATIONS. “Curious” is available now via all digital music retailers and streaming services. “I’m so excited to launch my debut album with “Curious,” says Kiyoko. “This song is all about self-respect and knowing when…
Imminence Records has once again trekked to Boise, ID and unearthed a promising up-and-coming emcee. In the process we have partnered with Axiom Tha Wyze to welcome Zero by releasing their epic cypher. ZERO is currently working on new music for his label debut. “Change is inevitable… Progression is a choice. That’s been something that…
Jared Dylan is a pop/singer songwriter from New Jersey with one of the most impressive resumes in the industry. At a mere 23 years of age, Dylan has performed with some of the biggest and iconoclastic names in the music world including members from Grand Funk Railroad, Badfinger and Alice Cooper. Similarly, he has opened…
Jorja Smith, at just 20 years old, has had an already remarkable career in a short span of time, culminating last year with an opening spot on Bruno Mars’ US tour and winning the BRITS Critic’s Choice Award for 2018, the first independent artist ever to do so. Today she shares the first of new…
Global superstar Diplo unveils a new video for “Get It Right” featuring MØ today. Watch the video, directed by Brantley Gutierrez and with choreography from longtime collaborator Sara Bivens and Calvit Hodge, here. “Get It Right was one of those songs that was written within a very short amount of time—where you hear the beat,…
Natali Felicia has revealed the gorgeous new video for her latest single ‘This Summer Is Cruel’, taken from her forthcoming debut album via Antifragile Music. The black and white video is shot in a vintage style with delicate soft focus, featuring Natali surrounded by the elements through quiet, reflective moments and placed among landscapes in…
Will Toledo always knew he would return to Twin Fantasy. He never did complete the work. Not really. Never could square his grand ambitions against his mechanical limitations. Listen to his first attempt, recorded at nineteen on a cheap laptop, and you’ll hear what Brian Eno fondly calls “the sound of failure” – thrilling, extraordinary,…
It could be the beautiful weather, or the beautiful people, or the constant presence of creative endeavors. Whatever the reason, Southern California continues to lure artists across the country, promising adventure, community, and nonstop fun. The latest outstanding songwriter to make the trip – from frosty Michigan, no less – is Austin David, and he’s…
We @skopemag are so excited to bring you the new single from Swirl. The guys are back at it with ‘The Lift.’ Join us today as we speak with DT about the new single and so much going on with Swirl! Q: Where are we speaking from and how you feeling about 2018? DT here,…
Cleopatra Records To Release Alternative Recording Artist’s Four Track Digital EP Friday, January 12th! After independently raising money for Linkin Park’s charity, the Music for Relief, One More Light Fund in Memory of Chester Bennington, Jennifer Hope delivers her latest alternative acoustic EP, SINspirations. Available Friday, January 12th on iTunes and all major digital music…
Written when Lynn was going through her own challenging life transitions, the song depicts the difficulties of overcoming such transitions in life, where sometimes we feel like being enveloped in a dark room of emotions or characters, even when we are surrounding by sunshine and light. That’s when we have no choice but to let…
Having surpassed their goal following a successful PledgeMusic Campaign, the Billy Walton Band are getting ready to unleash their newest LP “Soul of a Man” this January! As they wrap up the remaining U.S. Tour dates before heading across the pond performing in the U.K. through the start of the year along with stops in…
Following the release of 2015’s “Someone Like You”, Blues Rock and Americana Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Albert Cummings is back with a brand new Live CD/DVD/Blu-ray collection out now Recorded at a recent performance in his hometown of Williamstown, MA the aptly titled “Albert Cummings Live at the ’62 Center” features the widely respected bluesman and his band…
Symon has a proven record for creating summer anthems (her 2016 hit “Say” and 2017 hit “I Never Do” have nearly one million views on VEVO) and her new single “Lonely Girl” is already tracking in the Top 60 on the Female Pop Chart. As pop music’s hottest rising artist, what Symon says goes. A…
No, maybe you haven’t heard of this group yet. But if you’ve paid attention to popular music in 2017, you ought to recognize “Late Nights & Heartbreak” from the moment you press play: it’s the soulful, stirring, Grammy nominated track that provides the backdrop for the centerpiece of Jay-Z’s most recent album. http://facebook.com/HannahWilliamsAndTheAffirmations “4:44” —…
From longtime fans Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio and filmed with extraordinary access over the course of more than two years, MAY IT LAST is an intimate portrait of the acclaimed North Carolina band The Avett Brothers, charting their decade-and-a- half rise, while chronicling their present-day collaboration with famed producer Rick Rubin on the multi-Grammy-nominated…
ANTI- Records is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Mamba, the sophomore album from South Africa-bred artist Prism Tats. Due out March 2, Mamba offers a moody but melody-driven strain of psych-inflected post-punk. Recorded with producer Chris Woodhouse (Thee Oh Sees, Ty Segall), Mamba explores themes of self-inflicted isolation, working-class hopelessness, and the emotional…
A new Sufjan Stevens video for “Life With Dignity” (Helado Negro Remix), taken from Stevens’ The Greatest Gift mixtape, debuts today after an exclusive premiere on Apple Music—watch it here. Directed by Adam Carboni, the video follows three people living with cancer. A portion of proceeds from the release—a collection of outtakes, remixes and demos…
With strong songs and an extremely dedicated fan base behind them, Edge of Paradise have grabbed the metal and hard rock scenes by the horns, and do not plan on letting go. Edge of Paradise formed in 2011 by lead vocalist Margarita Monet and guitarist Dave Bates, who wasted no time in showing what a…
Clovia recently saw the video for the song “I Am Not Racist” by Joyner Lucas. That video went viral and has been watched by nearly 40 million people around the world. Clovia wrote and recorded a song (and her own video) inspired by Joyner’s message, but with lyrics from a woman’s point of view. Statement…
Phoenix, AZ’s Jane N’ The Jungle have begun paving their own road in 2017. Their eclectic fusion of 90’s alternative and modern rock has been showcased in a recent string of alt-radio hits. Just this year, we have had the honor of promoting singles like “Killed Someone” and “Faded Stars”. Their new barebones ballad, “One…
Today, 2x Grammy-nominated DJ/Producer Steve Aoki and Fifth Harmony’s Lauren Jauregui release the official music video for their hit single “All Night,” which premiered exclusively on Buzzfeed this morning. The video, directed by Mike Harris, entrances the viewer with a flashy vibe tempered by a very personal message of love and wanting. Jauregui breathes…
Paula Boggs is one of the most talented and distinguished musical personalities out there. Coming out of the world of academia with degrees from both The University of California Berkeley School of Law and John Hopkins University, Paula Boggs Band has established itself as a positive force of enlightenment in music. Wielding a heart of…
