Feature stories and artist interviews
Fresh from their recent run of sold-out UK shows celebrating the ten-year anniversary of their lauded third album Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever, The Cribstoday released a new video for their latest single “In Your Palace,” created by the band and their longtime collaborator Andrew Knowles.”In Your Palace” emerges from the band’s recent studio session…
South Carolina native Pam Taylor is locked and loaded and ready to steal hearts with her authentic, heavy-hitting American roots rock sound. After starting the Pam Taylor Band in 2011, Taylor hit the top of the Roots Music and Blues music charts with her debut album, Hot Mess, in 2012 and sold out music halls…
Artistic rock band Fox Grin, are from Atlanta GA and Nashville, TN. Taking together a number of genre choices to express their creativity, leading to a handful of releases, including most recent being an EP titled “Dawn”. Fox Grin have got so much in-store that they just want to get out and tour, tour, tour!…
MSN messenger, coloured fringes, and studded belts- who else misses the glory days of “the scene”? Earlier this year, we partnered with Sydney, Australia-based musician Kevin Tiah to promote his “Fight For You” music video and now, he’s back with the lyric video for “Bring Back 2005″, a pop-punk singalong jam that could be straight…
La Poré is the project of Nick Samson, a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from Columbus, Ohio. Samson categorizes his sound as Synth/Psych-Pop, inspired by artists such as Prince, Michael Jackson, and recent offerings from The Weeknd, Foster the People, Neon Indian, and Tame Impala. Following the debut of the single “Close”, out on June 9th, La…
Elia Pazzini- known to most simply as Elia- was born in Italy. His musical path began recently, at the age of 22. In some ways, it saved his life. Stuck in not only a painful relationship, but also an academic life path that was conventional but unfulfilling, Elia found solace in inspiration in his music.…
Melbourne based 18 year old singer-songwriter Samsaruh today releases her debut single ‘Golden To Thrive’. Despite her young age, Sam is already an experienced artist having worked with Peking Duk, Way of the Eagle, Just A Gent and performed at Splendour in the Grass while still in High School. ‘Golden To Thrive’ was written by…
Formed in Staten Island in 1981, Force M.D.s got their start performing on the Staten Island Ferry, where they met Radio personality and influential producer Mr. Magic. Soon, Mr. Magic brought them in to the Tommy Boy Records office and signed them on the spot. Force M.D.s are known for being one of the pioneers…
With his latest release, Lee Williams covers the Archie’s classic “Sugar Sugar” In keeping many the original elements of the 1969 classic, the vocals here are the standout! However, in this version Lee adds his gritty guitar tones to liven it up a bit! Those who like good music with a happy, positive vibe should…
Dorin Yanni’s excellent new indie-folk release “Whistle”. the track is the latest single taken from her debut album “Through The Magic”. Dorin first made waves in her native Israel as a contestant on The Voice where her unique voice mesmerised audiences. She surprised many when she chose to focus on folk and indie-folk after leaving…
“Without U” is MusicByKip’s debut music video, but this native of Hawaii and Pacific N.W. has been making music for most of his life. From playing brass instruments in grade school to choirs in high school and college to musicals and beyond, he’s done it all. He received multiple Performing Arts Awards- including one for…
Born in Jacksonville, Florida and raised on the northside of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Micheal Terry, professionally known by his stage name Lil T3rry is a talented recording artist currently residing in Atlanta, GA who is aiming to shake up the music industry with his sound and BGM (Brothers Getting Money) movement. Lil T3rry is 1/3 of…
Glen Campbell’s remarkable life story – the real-life rags-to-riches tale of a boy who grew up as one of 12 children to poor Arkansas sharecroppers in the ’30s and went on to become one of the most revered singers and guitarists in popular music – is told in his just released song, “Arkansas Farmboy.” The…
PJ Harvey and Egyptian recording artist Ramy Essam have come together to write and record ‘The Camp’ – a track which they hope will raise awareness and much needed support towards the health and educational well-being of displaced children in the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon. ‘The Camp’ will be digitally on Friday 9 June 2017.…
English musician Nadine Shah has recently announced the release of Holiday Destination, her brilliant and compelling third album due out August 25th on 1965 Records as well as sharing the potent first cut “Out The Way”. Today she has shared new track “Yes Men”, a fearless commentary on power and manipulation. Listen to it HERE.…
Cado is an independent music duo comprised of lyricist Matt McKeen and producer Cam Cox, they are from Boston and currently Brooklyn-based. Their styles blend together to create refreshing and innovative rap which sonically draws its inspiration from all ranges of music from R&B, trap, and EDM to indie folk. McKeen’s thoughtful and energy filled…
An authentic triple threat, Mista Roe is an incomparable singer/songwriter, performing artist and the President and CEO of Mista Roe Music Group, Inc. Southern rap artists have often been respected for the truth in their lyrics, and with creativity as home-grown and cultivated as any other, these artists have engraved a niche all their own;…
So here we are, back at it on a Wednesday. It is so good to be here today. Today I am so excited to have Aremu on here @ Skoped Out. I feel in love with his music from his Soundcloud page. His sound is so unique, melodic, and welcoming I had to have him…
Disco (release date June 5th) was written with a sense of urgency while Ms. Gold Sponge’s plane was warming its engines on the tarmac, and the song fully captures the mad freedom of Sociopathic Freedom Pop. Recorded entirely at night during a pagan ritual involving human bones and the gore of the cult classic film…
Most 12-year-olds are just beginning to figure out who they are, but Ashley Lanzoni has already spent years working hard to pursue her dreams. She moved with her family from Boston to New York City to continue her training in voice, acting, and dance, and has since appeared on stage and in several recording and…
Out today, Dia Frampton partners with Yahoo! Music to premiere the official music video for “Dead Man” from her latest album Bruises (out now via Nettwerk Records). Directed by award-winning, Korean American filmmaker Andrew Ahn, the video is the first installment in a two-part connected series. Both “Dead Man” and the yet to be released…
Rowdy, genre-bending quintet, The Dull Blue Lights, released a brand new single called “A Deeper Blue” last week. The track, described by Glide Magazine as an “energetic romp exploding with garage rock riffs and boogie boogie piano”, is the latest single from The Dull Blue Lights’ upcoming self-titled debut album, due out July 13th— Fun…
The Only Way Is Up for British rapper Sharpey Major who plans to make music all about money, music and those MAJOR moves. As well as hitting the touring block this summer Major has a track due for release with Manchester artist Lady Ice, he has according to his social media also been hanging around…
New Orleans-born John “Papa” Gros (pronounced “grow”) has spent more than a quarter of a century behind the piano backing the music of the “Big Easy.” His latest hit “Cocaine and Chicken Fricassee” is a track that blends the raw and hardcore sounds of Rock & Roll, the fun, dance-infused sound of Funk and roots-y…
Kabaka Pyramid’s musical journey reaches a new milestone with the release of his forthcoming debut album Contraband. The album’s lead single, “Can’t Breathe,” delivers a potent message on painful and stressful situations individuals face by living in a toxic system, literally and figuratively. “I was watching ‘Lauryn Hill Unplugged’ and I was struck by the…
“Sophisticated” is undoubtedly the perfect name for the latest release from MICKY, the multi-talented singer, songwriter and stageman who seamlessly blends modern pop music with elements of classic rock and Motown. MICKY is nothing if not a fantastically sophisticated artist and performer, who sounds like a cross between Bruno Mars, Fitz & The Tantrums and…
Today, Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records’ recording artist SZA releases “Broken Clocks,” a new track off her long-awaited album Ctrl, which will be released digitally on June 9th. The track is produced by ThankGod4Cody. Ctrl is currently available for pre-order at all digital music providers and includes instant downloads of “Broken Clocks,” “Drew Barrymore” and the…
Following on from the success of single ‘Hard’, released late last year, New Zealand born goth-pop artist So Below has returned with a brand new single, ‘Ruin’. Co-written with SOMBEAR of Now, Now and Chelsea Jade – with additional production from The Naked and Famous’ Aaron Short – the track takes cues from the darker…
Whether it’s through hosting triple j’s House Party each Saturday night, her own solo music or co-writing for numerous other artists, chances are you’ve listened to a KLP track before. Today KLP released her new single ‘Changes’, a house, funk driven dance number that you can’t help but get stuck in your head. “Change is…
An “avantist”- or avant-gardist- is an experimenter; one who’s ahead of the curve, creating art that’s new, unorthodox, and experimental. Avantist, then, is the perfect name for a Chicagoland quartet of brothers that pushes the boundaries of progressive and post-rock. Luis (drums), David (guitar), Erick (bass), and Fernando (vocals) Arias grew up in a musical…
MELK is the next hip hop rapper to keep it all lit! Hence, why he went on to write and record his latest and newest song called “Bentley”, which will be accompanied by a video of course. But besides music being such a BIG part of his life from the inside and out; MELK discusses…
REX MAC is an Asian American, Boston based hip hop musician, organizer, and journalist. His latest album, ABLOOM, is available now and his true magnum opus. It is a dense, thoughtful ode to mental health in flux – successfully unpacking themes from overcoming loneliness (“How To Be Alone”), to unlocking self-potential (“The World Is Not…
Hailing from beautiful Tampa, Florida comes rapper ChevyGurl (Vanisha Davis). Her father is a long-time music producer/D J, so she grew up in the studio. While her first official single was only just released, ChevyGurl has been writing since she was in elementary school. Named for her love of classic cars- particularly the ’67 Chevy…
An era-defining voice and the frontman of his generation, Liam Gallagher kicks off a new stage in his career with the announcement of his debut solo underplay tour of the U.K. and Ireland. To coincide with the tour, Liam Gallagher’s debut single “Wall of Glass” is now available to purchase. “Wall Of Glass” is the…
Toronto quartet ROMES have released the official music video for single “Tryna Be” today. Check it out here. The video explores the contrast between real life and life you portray to others via social media. “Tryna Be” first appeared on the band’s acclaimed debut EP, Believe, and will also be featured on ROMES’ upcoming debut…
Phoenix, AZ based rock quartet Lane Change has released the Official Music Video for “Floodwater.” Directed by RedBlackFilms, “Floodwater” is off of their recent four track EP, RISE. “Even to the four of us in Lane Change, “Floodwater” means something different each time we play it. We really wanted to write a song that reflected…
Florida hip-hop is a world of its own: it’s got its own steamy, distinctive sound, its own cast of indelible, magnetic characters, its own attitude and stance, and its own musical and lyrical vocabulary. It doesn’t beg to be ratified by the musical mainstream. But whenever outsiders stop and listen to what’s going on in…
So here we are again, it is so amazing to be here with you. With all the talk these days with Trump & Russia on CNN all day & night I had the opportunity to have Russian native, Mikhail Zagot on so I took it. Mikhail is busy promoting his new album ‘Chosen People’. Before…
Travis Marsh comes from Southern California, but don’t mistake him for a Los Angeles native: the singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist grew up in the town of Camarillo, about 45 minutes north of the city. Camarillo is an agricultural area, and without the distractions of an urban environment, Marsh says “There really isn’t much to do…
With 60 million plus streams across all platforms to date, Brooklyn based singer / songwriter Mothica has established herself as dark pops most viable rising star. Now, the singer- real name McKenzie Ellis-is ready to unveil her highly anticipated sophomore EP, ‘Heavy Heart.’ Out today, May 25th, ‘Heavy Heart’ first began to emerge earlier this…
