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In the past few years LILY LANE has proven herself as a teen pop entertainer through joining worldwide superstars such as Big Time Rush, Cody Simpson, Greyson Chance and Hot Chelle Rae as an opening act on tour. Lane has also shared the stage at radio concerts with acts such as Flo Rida, Enrique Iglesias,…
Hello there my loyal friends of music and just overall zen vibes. It is an honor and pleasure to be here. In Skope news as you have noticed the site is now Google approved mobile friendly on all devices and a Skopemag App is coming too. Now lets see what is going on in music…
As we near this year’s Valentines Day / Singles Awareness Day, I want to share the song “I’m So Happy I Can Die” with you. This amazing, snarky, ironic breakup song, comes from Skylar Gudasz and her upcoming debut Oleander. Skylar also created the “Just Kill Me Now” Spotify playlist featuring Tame Impala, Elliott Smith…
Today Dua Lipa releases ‘Last Dance,’ a track from her upcoming album due out this fall. Click here to listen to the track that had Noisey claiming “…the 20-year-old London-born Kosovan comes off like a mini-Rihanna: ballsy, beautiful, and possessing a voice that’s powerful one minute and magnetically vulnerable the next.” ‘Last Dance’ was written…
Answers was filmed on the east coast of Australia, while traveling from Brisbane to Melbourne, and in the city of Melbourne. It incorporates many varied scenic locations and contrasts them with urban city scenes to comment on the differences between nature and city. The track itself reflects this idea as it discusses concepts about uncertainty…
The Briefing is an indie pop band formed in 2002 by four Latvian musicians, who since 2010 have been living in London. So far they have released two studio and one remix album. In 2008 album Funny Thoughts was nominated as the best alternative music album at the Annual Latvian Music Recording Award. The band…
Los Angeles lo-fi pop artist Worn-Tin has released his new single, “Doug”, the lead track from his recently release debut LP Thanatophobia. Head over to Worn-Tin’s Bandcamp to snag a free digital copy of Thanatophobia. About Thanatophobia: “This album is about a car accident I was in, along with a few other things. Me and…
LITTLE GREEN CARS return with a new song, “Easier Day,” taken from their upcoming new album, Ephemera. “Easier Day” is available now via iTunes as an “instant grat” for fans pre-ordering the album ahead of its March 11th release. LISTEN to “Easier Day” “Easier Day” is the second song to be revealed from the album,…
“Young Kids” is the lead single from Dwight Juniors new album Runaway, that releases today via Sling Shot Media Group. Life is what you make it. People spend so much time trying to live a life that’s not theirs. Young Kids was written when I came home from work one day and really wanted to…
Following the reveal of his breathtaking Wanderlust teaser video UK electronic artist Gemini (Thomas Slinger) reveals the lead single “Time To Share” from his forthcoming 2016 debut album Wanderlust. Out today on all DSPs, “Time To Share” is vivid, verdant electronic pop infused with intercontinental influence. The track premiered yesterday via La Belle Musique and…
Chameleonic singer and rapper Brooke Candy unveils the music video for ‘Happy Days’ – the first track to be taken from her forthcoming debut album which is executively produced by her mentor and label-mate SIA. Produced by More Mega and co-written by Brooke and Talay Riley (Ellie Goulding, Usher, Wiley), ‘Happy Days’ is the first…
New York two-piece BEAU today release the video for their newest single ‘Animal Kingdom’ from their hotly anticipated debut album ‘That Thing Reality’, out via Kitsuné/Sony Red on March 11th 2016 and available instantly with every album pre-order. The video, directed by Matthew Charof and produced by Kiss and Kill, was shot in Los Angeles…
Indie Artist Takes On Her First Duet And Brings A New Perspective to Evanescence’s “Bring Me To Life.” Alternative recording artist Jennifer Hope, has released her new cover single “Bring Me To Life”. The single is available at all major, digital music outlets including iTunes, amazon and Google Play. The track was produced by Jennifer…
Against The Current has announced the release of their debut full length album “IN OUR BONES,” set for release via Fueled By Ramen on May 20th. The band has also released “Running With The Wild Things,” a new track from the upcoming album. Listen to “Running With The Wild Things” on YouTube, Spotify & iTunes.…
“We shine so bright. Together we can rule the world,” proclaims RYNO in his latest song, “Stars in the Sky.” Perhaps it’s this kind of thinking that has helped RYNO glisten brilliantly in a new musical era. Guaranteed to bring you just over four minutes of pure, uninterrupted joy, “Stars in the Sky” is first…
Atlanta-based Organic Soul songstress Mahogany Marie is making big waves in the soul community this week with the debut of her music video for “Kickback”. Coming from a very honest viewpoint in her songwriting and video direction, Mahogany is just what her brand describes. Organic in her concepts and delivery. And full of soul in…
Today, FLORRIE premiers her brand new video for her latest single, ‘REAL LOVE’ which is due for release on March 25th through Epic Records. The video, directed with acclaimed director and visionary Emil Nava (Ellie Goulding, Calvin Harris, Ed Sheeran), was filmed in London and is shot in a beautiful yet melancholic house reminiscent of…
Emerging singer-songwriter Keiandra has announced the forthcoming release of her second single Icing Sugar. The track, the second to be taken from her debut EP Empty Palaces due for release in March, showcases the 18-year-old’s experimental sound with her distant, lustful tones encapsulating the songstress’ undoubted ability. Following on from the success of her debut…
After two years of delivering self-written, self-produced knockout pop gems to an ever-growing army of bullet girls and fever boys, FEMME has confirmed she will be releasing her long-awaited debut album “Debutante” on April 15th. Led by her glistening new single “Light Me Up,” this kaleidoscopic collection takes a journey through high pedigree, female-powered pop…
The Truebelles are ready to shake up the pop scene with plenty of soulful energy while aspiring to remodel the traditional image of femininity in today’s world of media and music. After having been able to gain experience singing with Stevie Wonder’s musical director and bass player, Nate Watts, and doing backing vocals for Coree…
Wilmington Delaware’s fuzzy-rock trio Bearmouth have emerged from their shelters within “Murdertown” and have jumped into the eardrums of audiences around the world. Bearmouth has unveiled a brand new three-track EP on their Soundcloud and Bandcamp pages. The Bill Murray EP features fuzzy-distortion from the likes of such renowned artists The Pixies as well as…
If you haven’t already heard this, you need to check out the new release of ‘Leave Tonight’ by William Barry on his first official album, ‘Undiscovered’. The song is catchy, current, and has mainstream radio written all over it. Touring with local cover bands in Philadelphia, he’s been working towards catching a break with his…
Newly signed Atlantic Records/Cooked Paintings recording artist Annabel Jones just debuted her new single “IOU” on Zane Lowe’s Beats 1 radio show. Once upon a time, pop stars tore up pictures of the pope and cursed out the Queen on television. Most days, that era seems long dead. We live in a landscape where being…
Meet international pop soul artist – Lele Rose. The Washington DC born singer, songwriter and pianist is best known for her deep smoky vocals and her superior classical piano chops. With a powerful bluesy voice, Lele has been compared to the gusty sound of Fiona Apple, the braveness and grunge of Adele, the clear pure…
Released at end of February, ‘Limitless’ is the first single from Scottish/Italian songstress Olivia Cipriani. Olivia is a 21 year old singer/songwriter of Scottish and Italian descent but based permanently in London. Olivia wrote her first EP last year, and it reflects and narrates various moments in her life since venturing out and moving to…
Since Allie X appeared online in 2014, the Toronto-born, LA-based artist’s radio-ready electronic pop and bold visual style have caused waves internationally. 2015 saw Allie X’s first UK releases, ‘Catch’ (“soaring” – Gorilla Vs. Bear, “it shines with a level of polish and craft that’s remarkable” – Time Magazine) and ‘CollXtion I’ both receiving glowing…
Following the international success of 2015’s “My Forever,” Dutch duo, Reez and America’s Mandy Jiroux have once again teamed up for a musical collaboration. The new track, “Fade Away”, is being released worldwide across all digital platforms today, Monday, January 18th. This second collaboration between Reez and Mandy Jiroux, is a progressive house blend with…
With tour slots supporting Rudimental, Tinie Tempah and Ella Henderson plus extensive radio play on Radio 1, Kiss FM and Capital in her arsenal, 2016 is shaping up to be the year Mila Falls takes centre stage with her most personal and revealing works to date. Eternally creative and keen to showcase her new sound…
PJ Harvey releases the video for “The Wheel,” the first track to be taken from her forthcoming album The Hope Six Demolition Project, to be released on April 15th through Vagrant Records. Her last body of musical work was 2011’s Let England Shake. PJ Harvey and her band will be perform at these festivals across…
UK singer/songwriter Birdy has revealed the fantastical video for new single “Keeping Your Head Up”. The enchanting video sees Birdy moving through a mysterious and dreamlike world full of interesting and unusual characters. The new album Beautiful Lies, written by Birdy, will be released on March 25th. Birdy co-produced 6 of the 14 tracks on…
Seattle indie rock septet Hey Marseilles have released their music video for “Eyes On You”, the third track released from their self-titled third studio LP to drop February 5, 2016 via Shanachie Entertainment. Directed by renowned Pacific Northwest photographer/director Charlie Schuck who founded the influential Object design space in Seattle and starring Corina Bakker of…
Liverpool singer-songwriter Tom Low has announced the upcoming release of his debut single Phone. Arriving ahead of the release of his debut EP of the same title, Phone highlights the 22-year-old’s heavily influenced 60s sound which will be showcased on his forthcoming UK tour supporting C Duncan in February and March. Having grown up in…
Sweden’s next great pop export LÉON has just announced a run of live shows this coming February/March across North America. The 22-year-old LÉON, who has already received support from Katy Perry and Chloe Grace Moretz, will kick off the tour in Los Angeles on February 29th with stops in San Francisco and New York and…
March 18th sees the release of the first single and title track from John Joseph Brill’s second EP, ‘False Names’ on Killing Moon Records. Recorded at Liverpool’s Elevator Studios, the EP will be released in Spring 2016. He is now readying himself to head out on a 10-date European tour with Daughter on January 30th…
In the finest tradition of deathless rock’n’roll, ‘End Of The Party’ is an electrifying mix of the grit and the glitter, built on an infectious glam-rock groove interspersed with sparks of searing guitar. Atop this grungy, Ziggy-like bedrock, Jen Demaris and Nina Lovelace’s crystalline voices ring out a catchy and powerful melody, which, rather than…
Hunt is revealing their new album Branches set to be released the 8th of April. Right now the band is also releasing the first single called Not Sorry that can now be heard on all major digital distributors. Branches is the majestic, yet intimate second full length album from Swedish indie band Hunt. Always embodying…
Massive Attack return with the Ritual Spirit EP. Released today Thursday, January 28 via Kobalt Label Services in the US and Canada, the EP features the return of Tricky (on “Take It There”) in addition to collaborations with Young Fathers (“Voodoo In My Blood”), Roots Manuva (“Dead Editors”) and newcomer Azekel (“Ritual Spirit”). The EP…
The single lands ahead of Highasakite’s first ever UK headline at London’s Hoxton Hall on February 9, with tickets having *SOLD OUT* just days after general announce. A new London show is announced at Village Underground on May 24, alongside a string of headline performances in Dublin, Manchester and Amsterdam; tickets on sale this Friday,…
Rising Atlanta MC Rome Fortune announces he will drop his debut Fool’s Gold LP Jerome Raheem Fortune on February 26th. Following a series of acclaimed mixtapes and collaborations with everyone from OG Maco and ILoveMakonnen to Four Tet and Toro Y Moi, Jerome Raheem Fortune is Rome’s most honest and powerful project to date. Over…
Becca B is kick-starting a promising career with her smooth R’n’B release ‘“Ready and Waiting” featuring rapper MceBisi. Having honed her skills over the years by supporting acts such as Gareth Gates at Party In The Park and Stacey Solomon at The Ashfield Show, the exuberant singer from Nottinghamshire is now ready to embark upon…
