Twenty-four-year-old pianist Kris Bowers has grown up in an era of highly accelerated technological advancement. Digital technology has afforded him and his contemporaries access to unprecedented levels of information and communication channels. In many respects, his generation is more powerful than any that has come before it. Bowers’ awareness of this power and potential is…
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SNIR YAMINBRINGS RAW EMOTION TO NEW MUSIC VIDEO “STAY”
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Israeli singer-songwriter Snir Yamin recently released his new music video, “Stay” to international audiences. The music video features Yamin’s single “Stay”, off of his debut EP, Urban Stories. The video stars Snir Yamin and actress Ann Zelinger. The music video was directed and edited by Sahar Golovaty, with videography by Sergey Maydin and makeup by…
BET TAPS SAMANTHA J FOR “YOUNG STARZ WEEK” DECEMBER 9
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BET has selected Samantha J to kick off their “Young Starz Week” on 106 & Park on December 9. Blending the sounds of Patois with Pop, Reggae & Dancehall, Samantha will be performing her infectious single “Tight Skirt” live at 6pm on BET on December 9th. While she has only just released her first…
BRUNO MARS BRINGS “MOONSHINE JUNGLE TOUR 2014” DOWN UNDER
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Grammy award-winning artist and Super Bowl XLVIII halftime performer, BRUNO MARS has announced plans to continue his worldwide arena trek dubbed THE MOONSHINE JUNGLE TOUR in 2014. After 10 dates in Australia and New Zealand, Mars will continue on to Asia and Mexico. Full list of dates below. Additional North American tour dates will be…
STOLI HAS GOT TO KNOW WHY CLASS REUNION DECLARE ‘NO DRUMS ALLOWED’
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Hello good music lovers of the world. We have made it to another week and for that I am grateful. You know on my free time I am always thinking of music and what makes a song a hit. I must admit that on my commute I listen to Boston radio to hear what the…
WHERE DO THE STARS CALL HOME?
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Celebrities make millions of dollars a year, which gives them the ability to afford mega mansions, luxurious cars and almost anything they want. Celebrity homes tend to be huge estates that come with all the comforts of luxury. Here are six examples of the most luxurious celebrity estates: Brad and Angelina’s New Property Brad Pitt…
HOW TO START YOURSELF GETTING HIRED: TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR RESUME
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An excellent resume is one of the keys to finding a good job. A potential employer will most likely use your resume to determine whether or not to call you in for an interview, which is why a strong resume is so important. Below are some tips for improving your resume and landing the job…
RACHEL GRIFFIN VIDEO “OVER THE MOON FOR YOU”
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Rachel Griffin is excited to release her vibrant new video for “Over the Moon For You,” the title track off of her latest release. The video is perfectly crafted with an astounding D.I.Y. background. Skillfully arranged, the story and video bring the viewer on a whimsical journey, all narrated and acted out by Griffin…
FLANNEL MOUTH POST “OH, BASTARD”
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The Tallgrass Prairies of Illinois are carrying the sounds of FLANNEL MOUTH (SwitchBitch Records) yet again, this time in the form of a new single entitled “Oh, Bastard.” The song, though independent of an album, showcases the emergence of Flannel Mouth’s ability to write a hard-hitting single whilst staying true to their unique…
WET DENIM POST “LEISURE”
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Wet Denim is the much-anticipated, self-titled debut from Halifax’s all female four-piece Wet Denim. The band has made the first single, “Leisure,” available for download HERE. With infectious chemistry, each member has contributed to the creative process, sharing ownership of the songs and their arrangements. With a keen sensibility to sound, the soaring harmonies and…
EASY COMPANY’S SINGLE FROM ‘HELLO WORLD’ EP
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Genuine rock music’s golden age of musicianship is not over. Easy Company’s first EP release, Hello World released in September of 2013 and produced by Brett Romnes of I Am the Avalanche, proves that. No stranger of the New York, Philadelphia and Boston markets, Easy company has been steadily growing a loyal fan base with…
CHRIS BATSON VIDEO “WINTERTIME”
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Chris Batson brings sheer emotion and a stimulating sound to Alternative R&B/Soul. The exceptionally personalvideo for “Wintertime,” Chris Batson’s new track from 1916 Music/Nettwerk Records, features actress/model Aurelia Scheppers as the leading lady. “Wintertime” tells the story of the first 24hrs. when a teen discovers she is pregnant. The video portrays the multiple emotions that…
FERRIS & THE WHEELS VIDEO “CAN’T BY YOURSELF”
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The band’s new video “Can’t By Yourself” deals with the serious subject of bullying. Says Geoff, “The video is for our first single ‘Can’t By Yourself’ and portrays an anti-bullying message. It’s a story of three middle school kids who are being picked on by a mutual bully. Once they realize their nemesis is the…
ANTIGONE RISING POSTS “SANTA, YOU OWE ME”
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“Santa, You Owe Me”, from all-female country rock force Antigone Rising, is a witty, sassy take on getting your just desserts for doing Santa’s dirty work. In addition to sharing stages with The Rollings Stones, Aerosmith, and the Allman Brothers Band, Antigone Rising has also traveled to the Middle East as cultural ambassadors for the…
UME NEW SINGLE “BLACK STONE”
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The latest from Ume (“oo-may”), who premiered the first single off their upcoming album earlier this week on Noisey/VICE. The Texas garage rock trio are set to release their sophomore effort via Dangerbird Records this coming March. Check out “Black Stone” below. Lauren Larson could give Danielle Haim a run for her money! https://soundcloud.com/umemusic/blackstone http://www.umemusic.com/blackstone/
JASON MARK YATES IS REACHIN’ OUT
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UK Songwriting Contest Finalist Jason Mark Yates isn’t your typical singer/songwriter. The Adult Contemporary artist is making a name for himself with his soothing vocals and trademark acoustic arrangements. His song “Reachin’ Out” impressed the judges enough to make him a finalist in the 2013 Songwriting Contest held in the U.K. His sound is smooth…
STOLI & OWEN STEVENSON WISH EVERYONE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
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Hello everyone, I hope you are all doing well. For some reason the Thanksgiving week post is one of my favorite posts of the year here on Skope. I love the holidays, once that egg nog sets in and I begin to get reflect about all the awesome musicians that we have covered this year…
“SEND ME A KISS FOR CHRISTMAS” TO BENEFIT ‘HELP FOR HEROES’ UK
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‘Send Me A Kiss For Christmas’ has been released worldwide by UK songwriters Chrissy Sykes and Georgina Hilton, as a charity single for Christmas 2013. Chrissy (music & vocals) and Georgina (lyricist) are meeting all the costs of the ‘Kiss4Christmas’ project themselves, so that 100% of the proceeds can go to their chosen charity, ‘Help…
THE CO$T OF FREE
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Rarely has there been a point in the Music industry and its related business processes from musicians’ perspectives, whereby, the corporate element of the industry wasn’t perceived as shaky-baky, at best, in respect to artists earning an acceptable income. Ironically and consequently, commercial musical artists today spend much of their time, in fact, most…
JOHNNY SIGAL POSTS “UNA VIDA QUE CUENTE” VIA NEW EP
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Venezuelan singer, musician and actor Johnny Sigal has a treat in store for his fans: the release of an EP on December 1st, that will be a preview of his new album, TESTIMONIO, which will be launched early 2014! TESTIMONIO is an inspiring album, entirely written by Johnny’s aunt, author and composer Danila Sigal, who…
SALLY SELTMANN RETURNS WITH “BILLY”
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Australian songwriter, Sally Seltmann, has returned with a new single, “Billy”, and video – listen here/watch here. “Billy” will be featured on Seltmann’s upcoming new album, due in March 2014 on Arts & Crafts. The video, directed by Nelson Alves, captures perfectly the ’60s girl-group noir of the song, about a woman losing her beloved…
CODY SIMPSON RELEASES A BRAND NEW VIDEO FOR “LA DA DEEâ€
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Cody Simpson released his new video for “La Da Dee” today, a track off his brand new album, “The Acoustic Sessions,” released earlier this week. The song, originally from his sophomore album “Surfers Paradise” was also featured in the credits of the SONY Pictures animated film, “Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs 2.” WATCH…
NSFW 2 PISTOLS “GREEDY” FT. JUICY J
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With his French Montana-assisted single, “Know That” holding the #46 with a bullet slot at Urban radio, and with the audio to “Greedy” ft. Juicy J already unleashed, Florida rapper, 2 Pistols, drops off the “Greedy” visuals, which can definitely be labeled NSFW (be warned.) This video is rap hedonism at its finest and any…
WHEN ATHLETES TURN TO MUSIC
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There is one obvious thing about financial success; it provides the means to express creativity. This is obviously what happens when we see famous pro athletes turn musicians. It is one thing to go from one sport to another, but an entirely different thing to think that just because you are big, fast,…
CLIFF AND IVY FREEZES THE COMPETITION
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With “Jack Frost nipping at your nose”, Cliff and Ivy are following right behind with their one-of-a-kind, ice-cold sound. Hailing from Anchorage, Alaska, the band that calls themselves Cliff and Ivy consists of six members: CliffMonk on bass, Ivy Silence on lead vocals, Don Bolles as the tour drummer (The Germs and 45 Grave),…
A GREAT BIG WORLD VIDEO FEAT CHRISTINA AGUILERA
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After their beautiful performance on The Voice “Say Something” has shot to #1 on the iTunes chart and Billboard Hot Digital Songs Chart after selling almost 200,000 first week. the guys will be performing at The American Music Awards on November 24th with Christina Aguilera. In January 2013, their viral hit “This Is the New…
DESERT NOISES STREAM “DIME IN MY POCKET†MP3
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Desert Noises is gearing up for the release of its debut LP 27 Ways, coming March 2014 via SQE Music. The Utah Valley indie rock band has been making a name for itself on back-to back-tours over the past two years. They’ve shared the stage with bands like The Head and The Heart, Local Natives…
RUFUS VIDEO FOR “HOLD ON ME”
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Rufus brings his new single “Hold On Me” to life with the premiere of its official video. Watch as the R&B singer eagerly awaits his work shift to finish, so he can stop his love interest from leaving town without letting her know how he feels. You can see the emotional moment unfold in the…
SHOP: All-New Kindle Fire HDX 7″ Tablet
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Custom Dolby Audio: Kindle Fire HDX uses the power of Dolby Digital Plus to create a world class audio experience. Dolby Digital Plus includes technology that adjusts volume, creates virtual surround sound, and delivers easier-to-understand dialogue in movies and TV shows. Kindle Fire HDX is designed to automatically optimize the audio profile based on what…
SHOP: Panasonic ES8103S Men’s 3-Blade Wet/Dry Rechargeable Electric Shaver
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Panasonic’s fully loaded men’s wet/dry washable electric shavers are packed with smart, innovative features that deliver a remarkably close and comfortable shave. The ES8103S electric razor is a three-blade shaving system, for maximum coverage and closeness, even on the most difficult parts of your beard. Panasonic men’s shavers feature 30-degree-angle blades, to cut hair at…
SHOP: Insignia Portable HD Radio NS-HD01
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When you’re on the go, listen to your favorite HD and FM radio stations using this portable player that features an armband for easy portability. What’s Included Insignia ® HD Radio Portable Player Headphones, USB cable Arm band Owner’s manual Product Features HD radio with 10-station presets So you can find your favorite stations at…
ALLI SIMPSON RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “NOTICE MEâ€
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Alli Simpson, the sister of Aussie Pop Star Cody Simpson, is stepping out on her own with her new music video and single “Notice Me.” Cody Simpson lends some support to his younger sister by making a hilarious cameo appearance in the video, marching alongside her and friends as she tries to get the attention…
DEFEATER PREMIERES NEW VIDEO FOR ‘BASTARDS’ ON VEVO
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Massachusetts’ Defeater just premiered a brand new music video for the song “Bastards” on Vevo. Directed by Rob Soucy, the “Bastards” video is a short film themed around the concept of Defeater’s Letters Home. It is a narrative period piece from a foreign war, and the plot revolves around the main character who was…
HEDLEY SIGNS TO CAPITOL RECORDS
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Capitol Records is pleased to announce that it has signed Hedley. The label will release “Anything,” the Vancouver, BC-based band’s new single, which is imbued with a rowdy “the sky’s the limit” sensibility and EP of the same name on December 3, 2013. “Anything” is already a smash hit in Canada, where it has been…
THUNDERS POSTS “NOASIS” SINGLE
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Thunders is a really good time on a really bad trip. The Chicago-based grunge/noise/rock ‘n roll band is like a story of a power pop band force fucked through the filter of a punk band as retold through the unreliable memory of late 80’s college rock or early 90’s indie rock. https://soundcloud.com/viciousbuzz/thunders-noasis/s-304nE Ryan Reidy…
I SAID WIPPIT! WHIP IT GOOD! THE DR. IS IN!
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Dr. Wippit’s music – you’re not really sure what you’re listening to at first listen. But then it hits you. Music doesn’t always need to be defined by genre and stereotypes, music is a communication of the soul, of the body, heart and mind. Sometimes I just want to destroy categorization of music altogether, that’s…
VIDEO PREMIERE: DUANE MARK VIDEO “FOLLOW HER HOME”
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On November 19th, Skope Entertainment will release the official music video for the Duane Mark single ‘Follow Her Home’. The video filmed by Middle Coast Productions is being released to promote the artists’ first full length record ‘Friends & Enemies’, which debuted on the Rail Rider Records label in October 2013. Both the music video…
CHRISTINA PERRI UNVEILS LONG AWAITED NEW SINGLE “HUMAN”
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Atlantic recording artist Christina Perri has announced the release of her hugely anticipated new single. “HUMAN” arrives today at iTunes and all leading digital retailers. You can hear the song here: http://youtu.be/8VFwcNTiwPY. Produced by Martin Johnson (Avril Lavigne, Gavin Degraw), “HUMAN” heralds Perri’s eagerly awaited new album slated for release in Spring ‘14. The…
YOUTH MAN POST NEW ALBUM FOR FREE
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Birmingham psych-punk trio Youth Man are today pleased to unleash their debut EP ‘Bad Weather’ for free download along with a video for single ‘Heavy Rain’. The band recorded the EP in July 2013 at the Motor Museum in Liverpool with Al Groves (Elvis Costello, The Coral) on production duties. Stream, download and share the…
DIRTY LOUIE NEW MUSIC VIDEO “SUCK IT FOR THE USA”
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Dirty Louie, is a new upcoming hard rock act releasing his debut single ‘Suck it For the USA’, which feature girls naked mud wrestling and takes a satirical swipe at the USA. You will either love or hate! Despite its upbeat rock exterior, Dirty Louie is trying to point out the injustices and inequalities…