Category: FEATURES

The Alaska based five-piece band, Fire on McGinnis plays a sparky mix of Celtic, Irish and American rock. The band started as an unchecked offshoot from a larger bagpipe marching band called Stoller White Pipes and Drums. In the mid 00’s, the marching band was asked to hold a public recital.

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The Steve Adamyk Band are a bunch of obnoxious, rowdy, “kids” from Ottawa, Ontario. While the name would automatically draw comparison to a blues, jazz or rock band given the layout, make no mistake; the Steve Adamyk Band are a punk band.

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So at first I did not mind the constant Christmas music on the radio here in the office, but it has only been two weeks and I am all set. The radio is off and I am back to my Skope Radio. This week I am taking a short week but before I go relax…

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Laura Warshauer is closing out her whirlwind year in style with the re-release of her original Christmas tune, “I Love You, Mr. Grinch.” The quirky love song, written from the perspective of Cindy Lou Who, was penned last year after Laura made the big move from New Jersey to Los Angeles.

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We have been introduced to many things New Jersey like: “Jersey Shore”, “Real Housewives of NJ” and “Jersey Boys” but nothing like a recording artist with a real “Jersey” attitude. Her style, passion and charisma resonates a Jersey personality. Her image mirrors her sexy yet stylish look and the cutting edge sound of her lyrics.

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Mark Stewart (The Pop Group) makes an apocalyptic return amidst an increasingly agitated atmosphere. On December 2nd, Mark will release “Nothing Is Sacred” as a free download.  

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I woke up this morning and I got to be honest that I am feeling it. So I decided to double up on features for the week. My guest today is authentic, fun, & confident. That is why I am so excited to have Giovannie aka G/O here to help me kick off the weekend.…

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The three brothers in Pontiak have reconvened to bring forth their latest album, Echo Ono, due out on February 21st.   While previous albums had been pieced together from hours and hours of rehearsals, this is their first piece constructed as an album from start to finish, each track contributing to the overall narrative of…

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Hollywood FLOSS is back with the video for “So Much To Say,” a song that features crooner Brian Angel and serves as a recent single from his latest album, One Fan At A Time. The video, directed by Rob Jay and edited by Justin Morrow, is a dedication to his love for hip hop, complete…

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Cooney, a DC native now living in NYC, attended AMDA to study for Broadway shows and has also played in many professional Jazz bands. His trained voice seems even more at home belting out pop songs as he employs it’s crystal clear, cut through quality in wonderfully innovative ways. Sometimes notching it down a few…

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Brooklyn pop soul duo Little Jackie is back with their sophomore release “Made For TV.” Producer/Programmer Adam Palin and Singer/Songwriter Imani Coppola first teamed up in 2008 to release critically acclaimed debut The Stoop which featured the hit single “The World Should Revolve Around Me.”

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A lot of comparisons have surrounded the indie-rock band Dear Lions since first releasing their self-titled debut back in the spring. They’ve ranged from Jens Lekman to The Smiths, even all the way to Big Star, but while their influences are notable and often evident, what makes their music so enjoyable are the warm and…

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Watch a brand new music video from SISTER SIN featuring Doro (of WARLOCK) for the cover of MOTORHEAD’s “Rock N Roll.”

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Man its good to be back at it. I enjoy a long weekend but then I begin to get antsy and I need to get back to Skope & this music that I love. My guests today are very talented as you will hear but more than that their sound gives me a feeling of…

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Turbotronics’ calls their debut album “Love Slave”   “an electro powerpop gem”. They compare themselves to Joy Division, Prince, Electric Six and the Doors. They are well known for their unique music videos including “Crush” “International” that was shot in flight on an airplane and for a dark number “Mind Fuck” as well as a…

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Canada has always been a great importer of indie pop. From Sloan to The New Pornographers, you never know what the Great North will produce. Meet your new favorite musical obsession, ANDREW JOHNSTON. Taking a page out of the book of great indie bands and stellar Canadian acts, Johnston will have your attention faster than…

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Hollywood Undead have now joined Avenged Sevenfold on the “Buried Alive” Tour. In celebration of the tour, the bands are giving away a pair of tickets to one lucky winner for each date of the tour AND a huge Grand Prize at tour’s end including a bunch of sweet autographed shit from all of the…

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In their video for “Tired Eyes” from their album Modern Hearts, viewers are entertained by a heart-felt story line. The main character of the video represents one every day person (just like you and me), and it is obvious that he is missing a good number of people whom he loves. The video bounces between…

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With the Holiday Season already here, what better way to get ready for Christmas than with some dance floor cheer. Public Jones’ new version of the holiday classic “Jingle Bells” combines a fun and fresh update on the familiar vocals with electro house choruses and a dubstep verse.

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  As a teenager, BigRide Entertainment artist Marlee Scott knew she was born to be a singer.   The only problem, she would discover, was that young Marlee was expecting to fulfill that destiny before she was even old enough to drive!

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Montreal’s Sonic Avenues play poppy garage punk with a bit of a French-Canadian accent in the vocals.   Dirtnap Records has its finger on the pulse of the booming Montreal/Ottawa power pop scene and Sonic Avenues’ “Television Youth” (out Jan 15) is no exception.   Think dark, nervous and scratchy, with a sugary-sweet finish.  

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To say that we have got it going on this week would be an understatement. I am looking at a 4 day weekend filled with turkey, stuffing, drinks, family, music, and relaxation. Sometimes the timing for when we have a guest on Skoped Out is perfect. That is with this emcee from Perth City, Australia…

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Qualified chef-turned-rapper from Queens, New York, newcomer Action Bronson has built up a loyal following since he decided to leave the kitchen for a recording studio only 18 short months ago. However, the man Rolling Stone Magazine recently called the “Artist to Watch” didn’t stray too far from the kitchen, as he is well known…

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Richard, from Central San Joaquin Valley, California has been performing up and down the coast of California and most recently as a solo singer/songwriter. Richard’s first CD “Mile After Mile” His second independent release, “This Winter’s Chill” has drawn comparisons to some of our greatest comtemporary songwriters including: Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen & Steve Forbert.

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In 2002, Mark Davison was vacationing in St. Thomas, taking some much needed chill time and celebrating the recent release of Superconnector, the fourth album by Cubic Feet, the popular indie band the singer/songwriter founded in the mid-’80s with guitarist/keyboardist Woody Lissauer.

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Michigan-based singer-songwriter Chris Bathgate has debuted a new video for single “Big Ghost” in an original and amazing 3D format by Giant Eel Productions. Following a year of touring, several hometown festival appearances, a NPR Tiny Desk Concert, and a recent performance at CMJ ’11, he continues to support his acclaimed full length release, Salt…

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Once upon a time, a mad scientist took the soaring emotive vocals of Amy Lee, mixed it with the ethereal quirkiness of Kate Bush, and backed it with the dark electronics of Depeche Mode. The result was Alia Lorae. She has been described as a “hybrid of Lady Gaga and Marilyn Manson,” and her powerful…

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In the winter of 2010, frustrated Brooklyn songwriter and multi instrumentalist Alex Feder nearly gave up on his childhood ambitions and quit music. Instead, he chose to move across the country to Los Angeles and create an alter ego in the form of R&B singer Leonard Friend.

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Los Angeles-based experimental noise punks Batwings Catwings are pleased to unveil the video for “Radio,” the title track a-side from their recently released 7”, available now on Gravy Record. The video,” says frontwoman Dana Poblete, “is all about feeling totally lost, but finding one thing that makes you feel like yourself.   In this case,…

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Imagem Music USA and Elvis Presley Music/Gladys Music announced today a worldwide music publishing deal for representation of the Elvis Presley catalogue, effective January 1, 2012.  

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Ladytron has released a new music video for current single, “Mirage,” from the critically successful, Gravity The Seducer, out now. Co-directed by Michael Sherrington & Ladytron’s Daniel Hunt, the music video was filmed at the remote Standing Stones Of Callanish on the Isle Of Lewis.

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I will admit that when I first caught wind of my next guests today I was intrigued to find out what is “Swamp Rock.” Well, after putting in the debut CD from Convoy I have a pretty good idea now. These guys create a sound that is aggressive, catchy, hard-hitting, and melodic. The nice thing…

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Nationally acclaimed Canadian rockers Cuff The Duke announce the release of “Morning Comes,” one of the most anticipated records out of Canada for 2012. Hot on the heels of a nearly sold-out national tour, “Morning Comes” is a concept record — ten solid tracks that flow like a film or great novel, filled to the…

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  No Blitz is an American Rock band formed by Ryan Wogh.   Influenced by bands like Foo Fighters, Muse, Incubus, Weezer, etc. the debut album ‘Give it Back’ was written and recorded by Ryan in 2010 and features heavy, melodic guitars, driving drums, and catchy vocals.

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A new trademark sound is set to change the Dance music world with the release of Stephanie Braganza’s debut of riveting originals. Showcasing commercial Pop, Euro-Dance and Electro-House, Stephanie has been performing at such notable venues as The Exhibition Center (Masala! Mehndi! Masti! Festival), as well as touring and having radio spins all over Canada.

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As this section comes to a close, we thank you for joining us. “We Are the World” was observed by those who were still keeping track at the time of its “metaphoric cloning” in February of 2010. You see, this well-documented feat had managed to get itself reincarnated: this history-making song was recorded and released…

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JOGYO is about flow, surrendering to the constant change and harnessing it to create a sonic bombast that is hard to compare to any other. Reggae and hardcore elements mingle with tribal and folkloric influences to create an entirely new sound. Marrying components of tribal music with electronic beats results in music that somehow recalls…

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Since multi-talented teen sensation Alana Lee (www.alanaleemusic.net) created a viral frenzy on YouTube with her music video for “Butterflies” (surpassing 11.7 million views and counting), fans have been anxiously waiting to see the new clip for the equally infectious follow-up single “Synchronize.”

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I woke up this morning and I am just so excited that I could not wait to post my next interview. The timing could not be better as we are headed to a three day weekend for Veterans Day. I just made a donation to http://saluteheroes.org and I have one of my favorite bands Pilot…

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Sharaya Mikael’s forthcoming EP is being called “A fine mix of self-penned sensitive folk-pop,” by Maverick and Beehive Candy is mad about her music. Sharaya’s impatience with love seems to score her life and it has leaked into the songwriting found on Rush. “I am just writing who I am and what I feel,” Mikael…

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