Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

SKOPE MAGAZINE GOES MOBILE WITH NEW APP

by Skope • June 24, 2011

Skope Magazine has now gone mobile! Now you can get the Skope App for your phone.

by Admin • June 23, 2011

Well known Long Island band Ready In 10 has recorded an extremely emotional song to remind Americans how grateful we should be to our men and women in uniform. The song, “Freedom’s Cry”, written by Patrick W. Seminario, pays tribute to our troops as well as the victims of 9/11. The band’s management, Scrocca Entertainment…

by Skope • June 22, 2011

With their upbeat single, “Weird Science,” the tongue-in-cheek lyrics go hand in hand with the band’s name. Despite the group’s seemingly adolescent demeanor, Timmes describes “Weird Science” as “a purging of emotions” with relentless drum fills, washed out vocals, and an overdriven guitar.

by Skope • June 22, 2011

Veteran and Emerging Music Artists Unite for World Premiere Music and Video Event This Friday at Boston’s Hard Rock CafÃ©. Special Guest Host Playboy’s Ms. Social February Ashley Alexiss; Proceeds to Benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.

by Skope • June 21, 2011

Rise Against and The It Gets Better Project ® are proud to announce a collaboration in conjunction with the release of Rise Against’s new single, “Make It Stop (September’s Children)” from their album Endgame, which debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart.

by Admin • June 21, 2011

The NYC based indie/alt-rock outfit Accidental Tribe, have released their second single and official music video off their latest album Resolution entitled “Back2Myself”.

by Skope • June 21, 2011

Another week is upon us and summer is officially here. It just does not get any better unless ofcourse I was on the beach with a cooler of beer and sandwiches! My guest this week show that even though the Boston Bruins are the Stanley Cup champs there is no bad blood between Vancouver &…

by Skope • June 20, 2011

Following a short stint with Slip – N- Slide records in 2007, he has gone on to establish his own label. The businessman side sees past the music and understands longevity comes from being a household name.

by Skope • June 20, 2011

Rose of Jericho has announced their highly anticipated third album release “Out of the Maze.” Produced by Grammy Award-nominated Kevin Hamilton, “Out of the Maze” is the follow up to their breakthrough 2007 release “These City Lights.” “Out of the Maze” exceeds expectations both musically and artistically. This album is filled with fun…

by Skope • June 20, 2011

The International pop group, Domino Effect records in English and Polish. In either language, they bring a sassy electronic sound that breaks down barriers and has an uplifting memorable sound.

by Skope • June 16, 2011

Salacious and fashion-forward hip-hoptress Rye Rye is serving up a blazing new video for “Never Will Be Mine” featuring indie/pop princess, Robyn.

by Admin • June 16, 2011

Emerging pop recording artist MANIKA, managed by Frank DiLeo, Michael Jackson’s long-time manager, and revered-music coach CeCe Sammy of UK’s Pop Idol, releases her debut single on Wamaframa Records distributed by Sony/RED titled “Just Can’t Let You Go.” The song, featuring Young Money’s LIL TWIST, is impacting Top 40 radio on June 20, and is…

by Skope • June 15, 2011

Welsh rock quartet Attack! Attack! U.K. will be releasing their new album, “The Latest Fashion,” in the U.S. via Rock Ridge Music on June 21, 2011.

by Admin • June 14, 2011

“Only When”, the new video from colombian prog metal rockers OPENSIGHT can now be viewed on their official site. The track comes off the band’s new record “The Voice of Nothing”, which has received favorable reviews from various media over the world.

by Skope • June 14, 2011

I must say that I am in a great mood today. It is not everyday that I get to help announce the debut of a new Def Jam/Island artist and his new single “Angel.” If you are not familiar be ready to get to know David 3D Hodges. David has been making music since he…

by Skope • June 14, 2011

Created by record producer Michael Mugrage along with fellow co-writer Rex Fowler, this CD, entitled MUSIC TO SHANK BY, is the perfect accompaniment to R. Paul Rusher’s other two golf creations, the hugely popular HOW TO LINE UP YOUR FOURTH PUTT, and the newly released sequel, WHEN TO REGRIP YOUR BALL RETRIEVER.

by Skope • June 13, 2011

Prague is a popular three member group from the Tokyo area. Lead vocalist Yuta Suzuki, who is also the guitar player, and Kensuke Ito, drums, were high school classmates. They were members of the same after-school music club and spent many free hours playing and listening to music. After graduation, they enrolled in a local…

by Admin • June 13, 2011

The new release date for Vanessa Carlton’s upcoming album Rabbits on the Run is now July 26th. Vanessa will hit the road in June to preview the album nationwide and perform three sold-out shows at Joe’s Pub in New York City (tour dates below). Carlton will perform on The Tonight Show with…

by Skope • June 13, 2011

When most folks hear the word “reggae”, an automatic worldwide reaction is usually, “oh, you mean Bob Marley!”. The same goes for “The King of Pop”, you think Michael Jackson, or any other genre that has a popular or internationally-known ‘face’ to go with it.

by Skope • June 10, 2011

Raised in the Sunset Park section of Brooklyn, a neighborhood rigidly defined by cultural identity, where a stroll down the streets is a kaleidoscopic merge of colors, cultures, and flavors, Krista used her roots as inspiration to release debut album, Taking Back Brooklyn on J Records in September 2009 and opened for Kelly Clarkson’s summer…

by Admin • June 10, 2011

Known as one of the world’s best surfers, Timmy Curran has now carved his own path in music and shows he has equally as many talents on dry land. This summer Curran will release his third studio album titled Options.

by Admin • June 8, 2011

Buffalo Killers are an American rock band comprising brothers Zachary and Andrew Gabbard with Joseph Sebaali. Quickly signed to Alive Records after sending a burnt CD with just their telephone number and name on it, their self-titled debut album was released in October of 2006.

by Skope • June 8, 2011

Welcome to another amazing month of music from the incredible musicians that make up the Sonicbids.com community. We have chose a select group of amazing musicians that will be speaking directly to the Skope readers. As always we encourage readers to dig deeper and check out their EPK’s.

by Admin • June 8, 2011

Master of pop song craft and front man of Crowded House, Neil Finn, and his wife, Sharon Finn have formed a brand new band called Pajama Club (formerly Pajama Party). The New Zealand-based group also include local indie musician Sean Donnelly (SJD), and in its touring incarnation, former Grates drummer Alana Skyring. Pajama…

by Skope • June 8, 2011

After graduating from Monmouth University (West Long Branch, New Jersey) with a degree in Music Industry, Julie found herself working at various independent record labels in New York City and for producers/studios in both Northern New Jersey and Manhattan.

by Skope • June 7, 2011

Man it is getting hot out there. I do not know if it’s the weather or this interview I am about to post with a metal band out of San Francisco by the name of Ominos. These guys have created a band that I was impressed by how they have totally immersed themselves in what…

by Skope • June 6, 2011

Ambient rockers Friend Slash Lover debut their new video for the single “Disasteroid” off their EP As American As Ones and Zeros. The video provides a stylized viewpoint on global warming and the environment. It was inspired by a George Carlin sketch according to Friend Slash Lover mastermind Josh Mintz.

by Admin • June 6, 2011

Indie rockers Junior Giant will release their studio album True North exclusively on iTunes in May. The album was self-produced with the help of local Salt Lake City engineer/producer Jason Perkins. True North is Junior Giant’s follow up to their debut album, Blue Boy, released in 2009.

by Admin • June 3, 2011

After many years of Sorry’s tracks appearing on several highly sought after and very hard to find compilations of African (and more specifically Malian) music, Alex Minoff and Ian Eagleson (both of Extra Golden) have worked closely with Sorry Bamba to compile and restore this collection of songs for official release.

by Skope • June 3, 2011

Saves The Day, the seminal band that helped create and define the emo pop punk genre, returns with their new album, Daybreak, on September 13th through Razor & Tie.

by Skope • June 2, 2011

Christofer Drew and his band Never Shout Never call Joplin, Missouri home. The 20-year-old singer/songwriter grew up and currently resides in Joplin. While Drew and his family were not harmed by the devastating tornados last week, many of his friends and band members were greatly affected.

by Skope • June 1, 2011

Well I have finally decided to return back to work after an incredible Memorial Day weekend. Summer is officially here and my guest this week is just perfect to help kick off my favorite season of the year. It is my pleasure to introduce a female Latin singer/songwriter that is the whole package by the…

by Skope • June 1, 2011

ABM is back at it with his biggest single to date. ABM & his Platinum Trini Entertainment have teamed up with Qwes Kross of 50/50 Konvict Muzik / Universal which is the famous label of Akon & Lady Gaga. ABM has released the single on I-Tunes for purchase and the video is on Youtube now…

by Skope • May 31, 2011

Summer 2011 just got a little hotter as the Los Angeles’ newest rock sensations, the Black Veil Brides, continue their musical takeover with their major label debut, Set The World On Fire.

by Skope • May 31, 2011

Singer/songwriter Dan Estok took the sadness of a childhood surrounded by family drug addictions to build strength and faith in himself and his music. He prides himself on the complexity and diversity of his music which he says is pop/rock with acoustic influence “that can make you dance like a little girl but can…

by Skope • May 31, 2011

To commemorate the reissues of Ozzy Osbourne’s classic 1st and 2nd solo albums, Blizzard of Ozz and Diary of a Madman, Sony Legacy is giving you the chance to win a custom Randy Rhoads JS32T Jackson guitar!

by Admin • May 26, 2011

Marc Blackwell’s debut album, “Bring Me Trouble”, is indie rock with growl and attitude. You’ll hear blues, Latin, pop and alt-country influences. There’s some quirky, some dark, some catchy, some moody and some fun. It’s got bad places, complications and dancin’ with Satan; pretty girls, barefoot girls and girls who hate Marc; witches, vampires and…

by Admin • May 25, 2011

Born as an outlet for producer turned songwriter/lead singer Pat Kearns, Blue Skies For Black Hearts is comprised of a group of crack Portland music veterans, including bassist Kelly Simmons (Man of the Year), guitarist Michael Lewis (Lael Alderman, The Very Foundation) and drummer Paul Noel (Durango Park).

by Skope • May 25, 2011

Skope has officially launched the Skope AD Network. We are looking for websites looking to make some extra $$ by running Skope ADS on their site. Nomatter what your site covers if you have an audience or fans we invite you to join. We will also actively promote all sites within the network.

by Skope • May 24, 2011

The name, Freedom Or Death is a direct nod to the band’s desire to remain creatively independent. The band, at its core, is the music-making duo of Fernandez and Sway. Fernandez, a classically trained pianist has also been a DJ for over a decade, while Sway has been a driving force as a vocalist and…