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Tony Adams goes for a celebratory, swinging sound on the genteel “Praize Hiz Name (feat. Eddie Scarlett).” Pure positivity overflows from the sound. Fanfare frequently bursts through, adding to the sheer power of the performance. Lyrics genuinely serve as the heart of the entire thing as he passionately explores the concept of faith. The arrangement…
Dallas-based singer-songwriter Salim Nourallah has just released his new, engaging album, “A Nuclear Winter,” and he sat down with @skopemag to talk about this emotional collection of songs. @skopemag: Tell us about “A Nuclear Winter.” Salim: It’s the first album I’ve recorded with my band (John Dufilho, Joe Reyes, Richard Martin, Jason Garner) since 2011’s…
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Prolific music producer Petit Biscuit is back and better than ever with a reimagined version of his beloved electro-pop anthem “Sunset Lover”. Many may know the French DJ and musician by his whimsical creations that have acted as soundtracks to everyone’s lives since 2015. With 4 Billion career streams and his breakout hit “Sunset Lover”…
MASHVILLE brings together rising star vocalists from across the spectrum of the American popular music scene and gives them the tools they need to create groundbreaking music for a large-scale fanbase and step into the spotlight as the pop icons of tomorrow. Each of our recording artists encapsulates the Mashville mission to inspire positive social…
If you are a music producer or podcaster, you know that sound quality is everything. But, creating high-quality audio in your home studio can be difficult when you have to deal with exterior and interior noise. To ensure your recordings are top-notch, you need to soundproof your studio. This post will explore five effective ways…
@skopemag news – monday – june 26, 2023 @ 1 pm est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW Los Angeles’ Rubber Blanket readies Our Fault for Mt.St.Mtn, shares “Good Times” Los Angeles’ Rubber Blanket (members of Wounded Lion and…
If you are looking for a neat slice of fun and frantic pop with plenty of low-slung rock and roll attitude and punk swagger lashings, then look no further than the infectious new single from The Underbites. A short, sharp, shockingly good sonic blast that takes in raw, rhythmic guitars, punchy, sing-a-long lyrics, and salvos…
“Late in the Morning” begins with a quiet yet jangling electric guitar part. Obviously, this guy is a late sleeper. He even mentions how someone (his girl?) calls him a stoner. From the look of it in the live music video for the song, where the singer is wearing sunglasses – at night – well,…
ACTHEKiDFROMSPACE presents a wild, unhinged party atmosphere on the chaotic flows of “EARTHQUAKE (feat. Pupe Tee & Rhaffy).” The lyrics rest right in front of the whole thing. Nods to reggaeton, dance, hip-hop, and more enter the equation resulting in the ultra-saturated spirit. Word choice recalls the aftermath of an animalistic experience, a kind where…
@skopemag news – sunday – june 25, 2023 @ 12 pm est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW PYLAR: Límyte LP From Spanish Occult Drone/Doom Band Containing Members Of Orthodox And Teitanblood Out Today On Cavsas/Cyclic Law Límyte, the harrowing…
Dublin-based singer-songwriter Galvo is gearing up to release his debut album, The HeARTist, with the lead single ‘Getting Better’. The album is a beautiful blend of indie-folk, drawing on influences from Elliott Smith, Billy Corgan, Radical Face and Sufjan Stevens. The lead single, ‘Getting Better’, encapsulates the spirit of the album with its soothing melodies,…
The alt-country/folk singer-songwriter will release the single and lyric video this Friday, June 23rd. The song is from his debut album, “Live On Record.” MTS Records is proud to announce the release of Pete Miller’s newest single, “Oh Lord,” taken from his acclaimed “Live On Record” debut album. With his incredible gift for storytelling and a knack…
The ongoing evolution of alternative music has been spurred forth by the underground experimentalists before everyone else – and this especially includes the fusion players like those in the surging star Rob Alexander, whose facilitation of a proper pop revival has brought forth an exciting wave of music out of his south Florida scene for…
Step into room, and you will see Henri Cainglet’s work. The Filipino native has an undeniable, visual aesthetic that inspires both delightful bewilderment, and a sense of all-encompassing, wild-eyed immersion. There’s something refreshingly modern about his style, whilst simultaneously displaying a kind of timelessness. Mr. Cainglet’s mixture of his cultural roots with elements of key…
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Barcelona, Spain – Today marks the release of Attih Soul’s new EP, “The Acoustic Experiment.” The EP is a collection of Acoustic versions of previously released originals, produced and performed by the rising superstar himself. Who is Attih Soul? Attih Soul is a Nigerian-born singer and songwriter who has quickly become a sensation in Barcelona.…
@skopemag news – friday – june 23, 2023 @ 10 am est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW Lil Lotus Shares Pop-Punk Anthem “When Life Gives You Lemons” Feat. Sophie Powers Produced by Matt Malpass (Blink 182, MGK) “When…
Art that inspires inner reflection: That’s the mission of Sonarpilot, the alter ego of producer and digital designer Michael Moppert. Through Moppert’s genre-bending electronic soundscapes and imaginative visual voyages by fractal artist Roger Mader, audiences are transported into The Mirage Project, a world of audio-visual contemplations on big contemporary issues like Artificial Intelligence, cosmology, the…
Classic-sounding New York City Punk Rock quartet The Underbites explode back on the scene with “Good Girl“, now available on Spotify and all major music services, with a killer companion video on YouTube. “Good Girl” is a feel good, hyped up, can’t miss track for fans of acts like The Muffs, U.S. Bombs, The Ramones, Social Distortion and…
@skopemag news – thursday – june 22, 2023 @ 2 pm est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW FRIDAYY RELEASES NEW VISUAL FOR “DON’T GIVE IT AWAY” FEATURING CHRIS BROWN – GRACES XXL FRESHMAN 2023 COVER Earlier today, Philly-born…
In 1965, John Lennon introduced us to the “Nowhere Man”: the modern subject who stands for nothing, content to drift through life without broadening his worldview. “Isn’t he a bit like you and me?,” the Beatle asked, and millions have indeed recognized themselves in the portrait. But what about the man who possesses a sense…
The outer realms of heavy music are known more for muscle than melody, for power rather than poise; it is both rock and a hard place. A very hard place indeed. But veteran NYC bassist Doug Berns, with his twin loves of, on the one hand, funk, jazz, and afro-beat, on the other pummelling metal,…
A certain sound has evolved only in the last musical generation, a blend of 60’s folk and 21st-century poise, rootsy structures with added electronica, its edges and corners softened with an ambient vibe. Cosmic folk? Ambient roots music? Call it what you will, but you certainly have that sound echoing in the likes of Fleet…
@skopemag news – wednesday – june 21, 2023 @ 11 pm est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW Rusty Santos shares new single / video “Smile Song” feat. Bedroom Rusty Santos recently announced the follow-up to his 2022 solo…
Long before New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, 98 Degrees and One Direction were a thought in their creators’ minds, Menudo exploded on the pop music scene, conquering the hearts of music fans of multiple generations throughout the U.S. and Latin America and ranked as one of the biggest Boy Bands of all…
Bianca Jazmine, the rising star of indie music, has unveiled her latest enchanting creation, “Marble Queen.” The song immerses listeners in a vibrant world of plant-inspired melodies, fruity harmonies, and radiant sunshine, blurring lines between indie pop and dreamy soul. Fans of Plantasia will appreciate the homage to nature’s symphony, while the infusion of organic…
The Ohio Country Music Hall of Fame singer-songwriter releases a new single and lyric video from his latest album, “Radio Friend.” Indie country music legend Richard Lynch is proud to release his new single, “Current Conditions” and the accompanying lyric video. With powerful lyrics and a masterfully-crafted melody, the song reflects the tumultuous ups and downs of…
The award-winning singer-songwriter and roots rock veteran from Pittsburgh has released a new single and lyric video from his album, “Brick By Brick.” PITTSBURGH, PA – June 19, 2023 – Chart-topping Roots Rocker, John Vento is happy to announce the release of his brand new single and accompanying video for “She Drove Me to the Poor House.” The…
With over 250,000 streams to their name, The Dan Gootner Band is already making waves down in South Florida. In their latest sonic masterpiece, this sensational band effortlessly blends the raw charisma of The Rolling Stones with the grandiose artistry of Elton John, resulting in a rock anthem that is nothing short of mesmerizing. From…
@skopemag news – wednesday – june 21, 2023 @ 12 pm est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW Tarah Who? – New Single & Video “Sell It To The World” Tarah Who? has never been afraid of telling it…
RnB artist, writer, and producer Devontaii descends from a long line of singers rooted in the soul of the 70s. Rhythm and blues are at the core of Devontaii’s creations as he is on a mission to revive the heart of the genre. He understands the need for emotional sincerity in RnB, similar to that…
Hello London delivers a visceral blast of bombast with “Breathing In.” Their sound soars up towards the heavens. Everything about the atmosphere goes for the gigantic. It all works from the drums that conjure up imagery of vast, wide-open spaces to the guitar work that draws from shoegaze. Best of all, the vocals rise above…
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International cyberfunk star Princess Nostalgia, whose talent and creativity know no bounds nor limitations, has announced the release of her red-hot summer single “No Guru” on Wednesday, June 21. The title track to her much-anticipated forthcoming EP (Fall 2023), the poppy, funk-infused, R&B song is the last of four singles that were re-released after her…
It’s been more than four decades since the launch of MTV and the beginning of the music video era. Since then, there’ve been countless music videos made. Yet it’s arguable that the clip as an art form has never been better than it was in those early days. The visual language established in the ’80s…
@skopemag news – tuesday – june 20, 2023 @ 6 am est https://www.facebook.com/SkopeMag/ https://twitter.com/skopemag https://www.youtube.com/@skopetv2 https://www.instagram.com/skopemag/ APP – Apple iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1465224822?mt=8 @skopemag APP – Google / Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hr.apps.n207414718 Support @skopemag – https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=3APKAKT8K6ETW New audio : Endemic Emerald ‘Freedom’ lifted from instrumental album ‘Renegade Soul’ Producer Endemic Emerald has provided top-notch beats for many…
Both in the mainstream as well as the amateur scene, R&B has been having a sensational year in 2023. It’s only June, but we’ve already seen more potential hits from artists around the country than we have in the whole of 2022, and among them, Sasha Prendes’ “Shake This” has been a consistent standout in…
California native and lifelong singer-songwriter Gil Karson fronts the roots/blues/country rock group Gil Karson & The Karson City Rebels. As a musician, Gil has opened shows for music icons like The Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, Steppenwolf, and The Rascals. Fusing genres and creating relatable earworm hits, Karson keeps a revolving door open to new Rebels that…
Rising Liverpool singer-songwriter Holly Lovelady succinctly blends nuances of folk, pop and electronica with hard hitting lyricism to create an encompassing sound. With a fresh batch of material for 2023, new single ‘Sleep’ has a real unique sonic quality about it that sets Holly apart. What you notice instantaneously is her haunting and somewhat enchanting…
