Category: FEATURES

Feature stories and artist interviews

STOLI IS IN BRAZIL EXPLORING A VIRTUAL JUNGLE OF MUSIC

by Skope • July 19, 2011

A wonderful thing about working here at Skope is even though I do not get to travel much, I still get to meet musicians from all over the world. So in that regard, it’s kind of like traveling without being groped by TSA. My guest today has only one word that can best describe him,…

by Skope • July 18, 2011

Those lucky enough to catch Tom Vek live in NYC last week know that he hasn’t missed a beat since his last US show in 2005. His dynamic live performances were already making waves across the UK, and he has similarly wowed American audiences. If you are planning to hit the international festival circuit this…

by Admin • July 18, 2011

Verve Records & DH Records are proud to announce the new album from North London-based brother-and-sister trio Kitty, Daisy & Lewis entitled Smoking In Heaven. Set for a September 13th release, Smoking In Heaven, the follow-up to the groups acclaimed self-titled debut, is an exciting, self-penned studio album of original material that delves in and…

by Admin • July 18, 2011

Andrew Pearson found happiness not only in by writing wonderful lyrics but in the skies as a pilot. I am fast becoming a big fan of his mesmerizing sound and prophetic lyrics. I will let him tell his story.

by Skope • July 14, 2011

Columboid score the soundtrack to the end of days…they are the bringers of death…they are the answer to my Gothic dreams. Formed around the nucleus of singer/keyboardist Ryan Hamilton in his NYC basement back in 2009 and joined by Benjamin (Drums, Vocals) and Russell Higbee (Hamilton’s PA childhood friend, ex-Coyote band mate, and main Man-…

by Skope • July 13, 2011

“The term “Cinematic Americana” is like a nicely wrapped birthday present. You know there’s going to be something good, you just have to unwrap the gift and see what sort of treats lie inside.” writes Boston Band Crush about song-slinger Alec Gross’ Strip the Lanterns, his debut 11-track LP whose songs detail a somewhere America…

by Admin • July 12, 2011

Man it is hot out there, I encourage all readers to stay cool with lots of water & A/C, & music. No weather conditions can get in the way of our constant drive for new & exciting music. That brings us to todays guest who has really impressed me with a presentation that is real,…

by Skope • July 11, 2011

On August 9th, alt-rockers EVOLOVE, fronted by charismatic vocalist Lucy Levinsohn, will release their sophomore Ep Breaking Heartstrings, the inaugural release on the band’s very own HeartChord Records. In addition to being available via iTunes and other digital outlets, Hot Topic stores and Torrid outlets will offer a version on CD as well as exclusive…

by Skope • July 11, 2011

The Bynars’ brand new Interactive Music Video for the single “How Does It Feel to Be in Love?” is here. This is a lot of fun, you can choose between watching 12 different videos, watch 4 at a time, in any combination you’d like. Choose which video you are watching by clicking with your…

by Skope • July 11, 2011

Silvina is a Latin/Spanish, singer songwriter, whose main past influence has been her Spanish Rock band background.

by Skope • July 11, 2011

Hello folks! We want to make the MKM Notes from the Sound Table, an interactive experience–so we encourage readers to tell us what they like to read by responding to our planned postings, because we truly want to know what YOU like to read!!

by Skope • July 8, 2011

After many teasers and behind-the-scenes clips, finally the video premiere for Dev’s latest single, In The Dark, is here! Dev unleashes her inner diva in the clip as she unveils a more mysterious side.

by Admin • July 8, 2011

Following the success of Drums & Ammo’s album Vol. 1, REL has decided to keep riding the wave of momentum, releasing his debut solo instrumental project Out Of View. The album was produced during a year in which REL has found himself busier than ever. “2011 is my most ambitious year ever,” explains the true…

by Skope • July 8, 2011

The 10-song LP, written by Wade, features a track with Popular Recording Artist Matisyahu. Boston music veterans Charlie Farren (FBI, Farrenheight) and Robert Holmes (‘Til Tuesday) also contributed background vocals and additional guitar respectively. Wade worked with critically-acclaimed record producer Anthony Resta (Collective Soul, Guster, Shawn Mullins) on Can’t Quit.

by Admin • July 7, 2011

Razor & Tie is excited to announce the signing of Brooklyn based singer-songwriter Kevin Devine. His new full length album, Between the Concrete & Clouds, will be released September 13, 2011 via Razor & Tie / Favorite Gentlemen. Devine will head out this fall on a headlining tour with The Features as direct…

by Admin • July 6, 2011

SwanGate Records recording artist Lacy Green is officially ready “For The Summertime” with her debut single, out at Country radio now.

by Skope • July 6, 2011

“This Guy’s In Love With You,” Dave Koz’s latest video, received its world premiere yesterday on www.out.com. The clip, directed by Graham Streeter, features Koz performing in historic Figueroa Plaza in Ventura, CA. He’s joined by the first-ever city-sized love mob, assembled in support of marriage equality. Herb Alpert, who took the classic Burt Bacharach-Hal…

by Skope • July 6, 2011

Heather Pierson was born in Western America and raised on the music of the South including blues, jazz and soul. It has been said that her music is reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and Paula Cole. Her performances and songwriting capture the depth and character of her heartland roots and as she says “the wildness…

by Skope • July 6, 2011

My ears are still ringing from the fireworks that were going off all weekend for 4th of July here in the USA. Its all good though as my guest today will replace that ringing with the smooth & melodic sound of Matthew Meadows on the guitar. Matthew Meadows is a programmer, musician, and retired classical…

by Admin • July 5, 2011

The video was directed by Paul Brown and is Skylar’s first video from her debut album INVINSIBLE, out Fall 2011. She’ll also be performing at Lollapalooza on Saturday, August 6th.

by Skope • July 5, 2011

The first MP3 from the Bad Sports new LP on Dirtnap Records (Exploding Hearts, Mind Spiders, Marked Men, White Wires, etc). Their first album for the label is called “Kings of the Weekend” and it comes out on 8/16.

by Skope • June 30, 2011

From a world where music has become played out and predictable, comes a new, fresh sound; a sound that can only emanate via the band F.Y.B. (For You Brother). This songwriter/musician machine writes and performs songs you love at the speed of light in their South Carolina studios.

by Skope • June 30, 2011

Impedance Records are excited to announce the release of the full length album from Berlin artist Mignon, entitled ‘Kiss of Death’. Produced in Los Angeles by Mignon and Rob Hill (Cypress Hill, Korn, Everlast), the album will be released in the US on September 13th, backed by extensive touring.

by Skope • June 29, 2011

Unloading remixes and exclusive material machine-gun style after a much-much-too-long hiatus from Toronto rapper Shaun Boothe, the latest and arguably most highly anticipated piece of ammo is out today: the video for smash hit “Let Me Go”.

by Admin • June 28, 2011

Slow Club and Moshi Moshi Records are proud to announce news of the British duo’s much anticipated sophomore album Paradise, set for North American release September 13th 2011.

by Admin • June 28, 2011

Get four times your daily dose of actor/musician Drake Bell in his video for new single “Terrific,” which premiered recently on NY Post’s Pop Wrap. Filmed in black-and-white, the video is split into four screens to capture multiple angles of Bell’s intimate performance.

by Skope • June 28, 2011

In my quest to stay on top of music technology I treated myself to a Cruz Tablet this weekend. So far I love it but I am excited to start my subscription to Napster and see what that is like. Until now I have purchased all my music via Zune but the files clog my…

by Skope • June 27, 2011

This Fall, Joakim will gear up for the much anticipated release of his fourth studio album “Nothing Gold” through his very own imprint, Tigersushi Records — and despite the fame and notoriety the label has brought to this Parisian producer, debut single “Forever Young” off the forthcoming record will mark the very first single under…

by Skope • June 27, 2011

Summer 2011 is here and REO Speedwagon is “Back On The Road Again” for more! I couldn’t have asked for a better band to kick off the season. On Saturday, June 11 REO Speedwagon played to a nearly sold out crowd at the Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Indiana.

by Skope • June 27, 2011

Val Broeksmit is an American Rock Band composer who writes and records all his songs from his home studio. He prides himself as being one of the first rock and roll internet file sharing produced bands. He likes to incorporate what he finds is the best music of the 60’s thru the 90’s…

by Skope • June 24, 2011

Don Trip teamed up with legendary Memphis director Joe “Young Spike” Gotti to bring audiences the official video for his single “Letter To My Son.”

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…