Feature stories and artist interviews
Kita Alexander has today released her sophomore EP, Hotel, which is out now through Atlantic Records. The EP comes off the back of last year’s Like You Want EP, which has garnered mass critical acclaim and been streamed by fans all over the world in excess of 25 million times. With influences ranging from Stevie…
New song/lyric video from Connecticut-based underground metal legends, Sacred Oath. The song, “Twelve Bells”, is the title track from their new album, the band’s 10th, which comes out next Friday, May 12th. Sacred Oath has been crafting their particular brand of US metal since 1985. Their debut album “A Crystal Vision” (1988) is widely regarded…
Today, DOROTHY releases their newest single “Down to the Bottom,” a stomp-worthy, hard-rock anthem dripping with soul and attitude. Co-written by Dorothy Martin, Mark Jackson, Ian Scott and the legendary Linda Perry (Adele, Alicia Keys, Cristina Aguilera), the track’s lyrics and production combined with front-woman Dorothy Martin’s powerhouse vocals are nothing short of adrenaline-inducing. “Working…
Pop sensation Peg Parnevik catapulted into the Swedish music business in early spring 2016, and practically overnight. A year later, the young and promising Peg has a roster full of achievements including her debut single “Ain’t No Saint” (23 million streams), a Swedish-Grammy nomination, as well as an extensive national tour last summer. Peg was…
David D’Angelo is an immensely gifted young producer and multi-instrumentalist who crafts a unique blend of electronic, hip-hop, funk, and jazz into his sonic creations. “Jade” is the perfect example of this inimitable sound. Listening to it will have you wishing you were on an exotic island somewhere far, far away basking in the sun…
Multi-Platinum rap star, YG, returns today with the release of his titillating new visual for the summer smash single, “Pop It, Shake It.” Shot by Director X on the island of Trinidad & Tobago during Carnival, “Pop It, Shake It” follows YG on a journey across the island shutting down festival stages and rattling up…
Carmen Villain announces her “Planetarium” EP, out June 2nd via Smalltown Supersound, and shares the title track which serves as the first glimpse into Villain’s upcoming album, due out later this year. Melancholic piano and long wisps of reverb create a cocoon of warmth in the otherwise cold and desolate outer space in which “Planetarium”…
B.O.Y, which stands for Be Only You, is an all-girl trio that impeccably bonds the echoes of soul, rap, and R&B music into an incredibly charming ensemble. Going from unrepentantly tomboy to adventurously sexy aesthetically, these girls have that star quality that commands the attention of all who cross their path. Staying fun and classy,…
Black metal Texans EPIC DEATH, have been around since forming back in 2010. During time between then and now though, the band has gone on to play shows, write and record music, for some releases, including most recent being “Witchcraft”. Keyboardist/backing vocalist Becky Dorsett discusses said release, future plans on new music, more showcases, and…
Irish artist Elaine Mai has been crafting a reputation for atmospheric and melodic electronic music. She follows up the release of ‘The Colour Of The Night’, the first track taken from her upcoming EP with the title track ‘Praise In The Cliche’. A prominent figure in the LBGT community in Ireland, Elaine is forging a…
Rock and R&B-influenced group Roadcase Royale will be releasing a brand new single entitled Not Giving Up on May 12th. The band is fronted by Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famer Nancy Wilson of Heart and Liv Warfield of Prince’s New Power Generation, and also includes members from each of their respective bands. Not Giving Up is…
By now, it’s apparent that nobody is carrying the flag of big, anthemic rock and roll like The Dead Daisies. The band ripped through 2016 with the wind at their backs in support of their commercially and critically vaunted release Make Some Noise. They rocked crowds at the biggest festivals in Europe, trekked across the…
So here we are again, it is so good to be here with you. We have got an amazing talent today from NYC by the name Matty Marz. Before we get to him, lets check on some music news. First up, Google Play Music will be the default music player and music service on new…
Norwegian pop duo Skinny Days have released their new single ‘The One That Got Away’ today through Warner Music. The tropical-tinged electro-pop anthem features the soaring vocals of Norwegian singer Emilie Adams. Regarding the song and working with Emilie, Skinny Days say, “‘The One That Got Away’ is a song that mixes melancholy and feel-good…
It’s been a frigthful time in America. No matter how apolitical you felt you were a few years ago, chances are, you’ve been tugged into the fight. It’s been country versus city, nativists against multiculturalists, the wealthy against the poor. Often it’s felt like the government is at war with its own people. Quantum Split,…
Singer/songwriter Amber Coffman will release her upcoming debut album City Of No Reply June 2 on Columbia Records. The 11-track album will be available for pre-order May 19 and features singles “All To Myself” and “No Coffee.” Today, Amber Coffman released the video for her latest single “No Coffee,” watch HERE @skopemag. The visual, directed…
Fresh off the release of their official video for their new single, “Little One,” available via 300 Entertainment, Highly Suspect announce today new US headline dates, with support acts And The Kids and DJ Redbees. Touring through major markets like Chicago and Boston, the band are playing headline shows as well as making an appearance…
PVRIS have released “Heaven,” the stunning first single/video from their much anticipated album, ALL WE KNOW OF HEAVEN, ALL WE NEED OF HELL. Directed by PVRIS vocalist Lynn Gunn and longtime video collaborator Raul Gonzo, “Heaven” can be seen HERE @skopemag. Set for an August 4th release, ALL WE KNOW OF HEAVEN, ALL WE NEED…
The Charlatans have released the official video for their first album single “Plastic Machinery,” featuring Johnny Marr, from their upcoming studio album Different Days, due out May 26 via BMG. The video was shot in Barcelona by filmmaker and photographer Ewen Spencer, who is also responsible for creating the Different Days album artwork. “It was…
To try to pin down Sydney, Australia’s Kevin Tiah would be a futile exercise. A glance through his Facebook page and the initial guess might be that he’s a diehard metalhead with his leather vest, electric guitars in his cover photo, and the various shots he’s shared of him shredding. http://www.facebook.com/KevinTiahMusic/ Dig a little deeper,…
“Dumb Love,” the first ever track from breaking new Los Angeles-based band Neil Frances, debuts today—listen here @skopemag. Dumb Love was recorded in 2016 at the group’s personal studio space, Death x Vibe Studios in Downtown Los Angeles. The single speaks to the apathy of long-term, long-distance relationships. Neil Frances began writing pop music for…
Their very first single ‘Magazine’ premiered with Noisey and had waves of support then on from the likes of Stereogum, The Guardian, Hilly Dilly and more at the end of the last year, even making Indie Shuffle’s top 10 indie rock songs of the entire year, they’ve now got 130K plays on just that one…
On the heels of “Bad Things” selling 4M+ worldwide, Cleveland native Machine Gun Kelly releases his third instant grat track titled “Let You Go.” The song is a treat for his fans who are anticipating the release of his third studio album titled bloom. The album will be available on Friday, May 12 and is…
Championed by the likes of fellow Memphians, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, the stately and dazzling Tiara Nicole is all at once sophisticated, vivacious, down to earth and incredibly real. Tiara Nicole brings to her songs a unique blend of her own experiences and interpretations on life and love with a vibrant imagery. This…
HAIM will release their sophomore album ‘Something To Tell You’ globally on July 7 (Columbia Records). The announcement comes in tandem with the release of a live studio version of new song “Right Now,” the first new music from HAIM’s forthcoming album. The song was released as a video of Este, Danielle and Alana recording…
Todd Mosby’s goal as an artist is to present new audiences a hybrid form of fusion music which offers the highest musical standards, connects with listeners and even change lives. The Saint Louis-based musician is a groundbreaking guitarist, composer and improviser who creates an enthralling blend of New Age, Jazz, Folk and world music. The…
Ernest Jenning Record Co. is excited to announce Hunter Simpson’s new LP Goldmine, which will see a release on May 12, 2017. In anticipation of the release, Hunter has shared the new track “Windows.” Hunter has also announced a run of tour dates, beginning with an album release show at Alphaville in Brooklyn on May…
Hit after hit, we have brought you many exceptional, accessible, and timeless tracks from the unique world of AV Super Sunshine. “I Am Alien” created a stir last September with its guerrilla adventure-filled video and funky groove, creating an instant sensation. Today, we’re thrilled to bring you the new dance remix version of “I Am…
TJ Stafford gets sinister with his dark debut single, “Crazy.” A Los Angeles-based songwriter, Stafford performed in various bands before finally stepping out on his own, saying “being a musician for most of my life, not making an album that was just me, with the exact words I wanted to say, and the exact sounds…
Multi-disciplinary artist, producer, composer and vocalist K Á R Y Y N today unveils her new single ‘Quanta 11: PURGATORY’. The track follows debut release ‘Quanta 1’ comprised of ‘ALEPPO’ and ‘BINARY’, a release that Pitchfork called a “stunning solo debut”. ‘Quanta 11: PURGATORY’ is part one of the second instalment of the Quanta series…
Muskets found their birth in Brighton, UK where they quickly engaged in the city’s always-growing music scene. Here, they connected with like-minded peers who held a shared DIY ethos and influence of grunge, punk and emo sounds, such as Broadbay, The New Tusk and Water Canvas. With these names the band put touring and weekenders…
Gabriel and the Apocalypse have been around in their current incarnation since 2011, but frontwoman Lindy Gabriel has been singing since she was six years old. Her parents were in rock bands, so it comes as no surprise that she’s always known she was destined to be a performer. Gabriel is joined by Jake LaCore…
Today Luz has her own band and has played in NYC for over 4 years in venues like Drom, Club Bonafide, Subrosa, Café Vivaldi, Terrazas 7, Brooklyn Warehouse, Silvana, Bar Six, Something Jazz Club, Barbes, Radio City Hall (Americas got talent show), The Path Café, Why not room, Summer on the Hudson Music Festival, Fundraising…
Carolyn Marie has demonstrated that she is not only an exceedingly compelling musician and dancer, but a motivated and determined young woman as well. She has proved herself once again with her newest hit, “Wanna Be Cool.” This Jersey Girl with an insatiable craving for the city lights has given us numerous hits sure to…
Stoners now have two reasons to rejoice today. It is 4/20, the day on which we celebrate all things weed and, in honor of the holiday, budding pop star, Adam Jensen, is releasing his righteous new single, “Marijuana Breath.” “I was watching an old school cartoon where an angel pops up on one shoulder and…
Indie rockers Lilac Lungs have announced the release date for their debut full-length album, Eventide, set for release on May 12, 2017. Recorded by Lee Albrecht at Lee Albrecht Studios, Eventide is a 10-track rollercoaster of emotions that gets personal with the listener while highlighting the band’s ambient indie rock sound. When developing a concept…
It goes without questioning that “Blue-Eyed Soul” singer Frank Shiner has demonstrated his finely-tuned capacity to put his own unique imprint on classic tunes that have been previously recorded by others via his newest release of “Rainy Night in Georgia.” Giving astonishing performances on songs popularized by such artists as The Rascals, Brook Benton, Sam…
So here we go again. It is so good to be alive & here with you all @skopemag on 4-20. Today we are heading to Atlanta to hang with Joe Da Pro. But before that lets do some music news. First up, TuneCore, the leading digital music distribution and publishing administration provider for independent musicians,…
Global superstar, singer-songwriter, Lana Del Rey unveils her latest single and title track today from her upcoming new album Lust For Life. The single features vocals from The Weeknd and is now available to buy and stream on all partners. Lust For Life is the second track to be released from Lana’s forthcoming album, debuting…
Irish artist Elaine Mai has been crafting a reputation for atmospheric and melodic electronic music. She follows up the release of ‘Enniscrone’, the first track taken from her upcoming EP with the title track ‘The Colour of the Night’. A deeply personal track for Elaine, the song builds and builds until Elaine’s voice enters, offering…
