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by Skope • April 17, 2023

@skopemag news – monday – april 17, 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 FREYA BEER — Returns With AA-Side Single: “Fantasy” // “Galore” || Listen Now Goth-pop priestess – FREYA BEER – is back…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

North East England emerging artists Bran Caori and Jerk Fjundyem have formed a unique collaboration project born out of lockdown. Last week they released the work they accumulated together so far, a vibrant and transcendent EP ‘Dawn of Distortions’. Featuring artists from their homeland such as John Dole, IMOGEN and Jodie Nicholson, the EP takes…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

World music artist DARIA releases uplifting “Earth Day Around the World” compilation featuring rising global artists. About the Release Renowned artist DARIA has just released a new compilation album titled “Earth Day Around The World,” featuring eight tracks that showcase various genres radiating an overall positive, feel-good aura. The album features collaborations with some of the world’s…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

Indie Pop artist Beatific has just released a new single titled “Computer.” The song is a perfect blend of indie pop and electronic music, with a driving beat and infectious melody. This is the third single from the upcoming album. ‘Computer’ is about the current state of the marriage between humans and electronics – we…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

American retro jazz diva Laura Ainsworth specializes in giving Great American Songbook era songs a brand new lease on life. “Goldfinger,” the James Bond film classic, received a drastic reworking on Laura’s fourth album, You Asked For It, along with a brilliant lyric video that plays like a 1940s film noir movie. Her latest studio…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

@skopemag news – monday – april 17, 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 Coachella: James Blake, Vintage Culture b2b Mochakk Play Surprise Sets At The Do LaB Stage (Photo / Video) Do LaB made…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

Pop sensation Katie Belle Akin has released her newest single, “The Best You’ll Ever Have, much to the delight of her loyal fanbase. This highly anticipated release showcases the artist’s unique talent and versatility in the pop genre, solidifying her status as a rising star in the music industry. “The Best You’ll ever Had” is…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

If you met him as a kid, you might not have expected up-and-coming pop-star ADVM (pronounced “Adam”) to be where he’s at today. Out in the boonies of rural Quebec, teenage Adam spent most of his time strumming metal chords on his guitar. He didn’t quite fit in with his French-speaking peers, so when he…

by Skope • April 17, 2023

From the whip-crack of the first snare hit, listeners to Rich Wyman & Lisa Needham’s “Forgiveness” will know they’re in for a thrilling ride. The drums are joined by a propulsive bass, the piano locks in with a scalding organ, horns blare away in harmony, and an electric six-string decorates the whole mix in brilliant…

by Skope • April 16, 2023

Merging Tech, Luxury Real Estate and Fashion Le Meridien Arcadia Pasadena hotel has partnered with Meraki PR to bring together an eclectic group of professionals who cover industries from the entertainment industry, tech, fashion and more. The co-founders are Abigail Spencer Hu, Adriana Perez and Brad Pamnani. Abigail Spencer Hu has brought her Chinese roots…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

Juliana MacDowell’s music career is as much a surprise to her as any one. “It’s true that I just sort of fell into this business, but I’m pretty sure I was whistling in the womb, and I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember.” A tumultuous childhood, marred by loss and periodic separation…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

@skopemag news – friday – april 14, 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 Songstress Mauve Pokes Fun at Nepo-Babies on “I Wish I Was This Girl” Her fun bubblegum pop song, “I Wish I…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

@skopemag news – friday – april 14, 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 Cassadee Pope Unveils New Single “People That I Love Leave” Today, GRAMMY-nominated, Platinum-certified singer-songwriter, Cassadee Pope, is thrilled to share her…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

@skopemag news – friday – april 14, 2023 @ 11 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 SHYGIRL RELEASES DELUXE ALBUM NYMPH_O Experimental pop star Shygirl releases, Nymph_o the deluxe version of her praised debut album Nymph today…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

Born to Nigerian parents and raised in blue-collar Boston, genre-transcending artist Echezona is the distillation of melting-pot America. As a kid, he spent time at inner-city Boys & Girls Clubs and bussed to higher income public schools, then back home to Igbo “I love you”s. He grew up with his peers on Kanye and Jay-Z,…

by Skope • April 14, 2023

@skopemag news – friday – april 14, 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 Nashville Singer, Songwriter & Producer Phillip LaRue Releases Emotional New Single “Amen” “Amen” was written about LaRue’s grandmother who suffers from…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

@skopemag news – thursday – april 13, 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 South Korean Artist, DAWN, Releases “Dear My Light” South Korean artist, DAWN, releases “빛이 나는 너에게” (Eng Title: “Dear My Light”),…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

Heistheartist began life as LeeMann Bassey and chasing dreams of success as a neo-soul singer. When Bassey heard an online sermon from evangelist TD Jakes, however, the transformative effect of its message steered him in a new direction. Heistheheart embraced a different nom de plume and a direction in life that upended everything he knew.…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

The Electric Sons are a rising indie-alt writing duo hailing from Atlanta. Their unique sound blends electronic elements with alternative rock, creating a fresh and modern sound that has caught the attention of music fans and critics alike. Their music has been described as infectious and energetic with catchy melodies and powerful lyrics that speak…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

@skopemag news – thursday – april 13, 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 Experimental Artist FRACTURES reveals mesmerising new single ‘Last’ Electronic producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist FRACTURES is gracing us with brand new single…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

Starting your own band is an exciting adventure. If you can manage to get enough fans, you might even find yourself playing sold-out shows. However, rarely does this happen overnight. You’ll need to spread awareness about your band and get the word out about who you are. If you’re in the early stages of your…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

Two artists withstood the test of time and continue to produce hip-hop tracks to inspire future generations. Shaheed and DJ Supreme model what it means to use creativity and craft to educate. Their creations combine the traditional boom-bap rap with relevant sentiments. The evident undying passion is a testament to their twenty years of collaborative…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

If you’re looking for a song that will lift your spirits, then look no further! “Feeling Good” by Indecent Proposal has just the right medicine to help put you in a great mood. The title of the song basically sums up the theme and that is to have you “Feeling Good” by the time the…

by Skope • April 13, 2023

@skopemag news – thursday – april 13, 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 Silversun Pickups Share Their Music Video For “Sticks & Stones” Today, Silversun Pickups share their new Jade Curley directed music video…

by Skope • April 12, 2023

Not everyone agrees on what good pop music is, but I think we can all agree that the genre could sure use a lot more optimism in its general narrative right now. With things as crazy around the globe as they’ve ever been before, audiences are particularly dependent on musicians for a little shelter amid…

by Skope • April 12, 2023

The name Mr MooQ stems back to his childhood where it was the name of his imaginary friend. Mr MooQ is born and what a creative imagination this professional musician has. From an artistic standpoint, Mr MooQ is on top of his game and all I have to say is “Oh My My My My”.…

by Skope • April 12, 2023

@skopemag news – wednesday – april 12, 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 Described as “Nova Scotia’s emerging songwriting sensation” – Braden Lam New Single/EP ‘Strange Paradise’, Braden Lam’s upcoming EP is released on…

by Skope • April 12, 2023

Can the story of alternative music be told in one fuzzed-out downstroke? Could a single ringing chord from a distorted six-string contain within it the elements that make left-of-the-dial melodic punk rock so hard to resist? If it can, it likely came from the guitars of Scoville Unit. The New Jersey quartet makes songs that…

by Skope • April 12, 2023

With Lamento Cubano, Lourdes Pita has created a really pretty folk-ish album. I say folk-ish because this has folk at its roots, but then it goes on to embellish upon that description. It’s a good one, too. Early on, with “Baila Mi Alma,” acoustic piano colors a track that is orchestrated, with just a touch…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

@skopemag news – friday – april 11, 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 The Raven Age release new single & announce headline tour Heavy and raging, ‘Serpents Tongue’ is a fiery melodic metal anthem.…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

Straightforward but sporting enough of an edge to get just about any true rock fan excited about the ensuing melody, the illustrious but still wholeheartedly simple slew of riffing that greets us at the start of King Falcon’s new single “Cadillac” is as intoxicating as a shot of small batch bourbon, but frankly just a…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

High school was a belly-of-the-whale moment for Jordan Adair. Born and raised in Philly, he fell into some juvenile debauchery early on, but it turned out to be the descending quest he needed to rise back up as D3X (pronounced “Dex”). Emerging from his experimental phase, D3X left behind the people and things that held…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

The eclectic Chicago-based artist and writer’s April 2023 release continues his string of monthly music and video releases. From pop, rock and EDM to hip hop, country and Christian, Sarantos has embraced his eclectic style, not willing to be pigeon-holed into just one musical style. Genres aside, the Chicago-based singer-songwriter and musician has never shied…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

@skopemag news – tuesday – april 11, 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 Monsieur Minimal – Desert in your eyes. New song and music video. Monsieur Minimal presents his new single and music video…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

Following her highly successful albums “The Celtic Cello” and “Celtic Rituals”, award-winning Irish cellist Clíodhna Ní Aodáin presents her inspired single “Full Circle – Cellos for Trees”. Cellos for Trees is a call to action to plant 10,000 trees, initiated by Clíodhna Ní Aodáin, founder of The Celtic Cello, and Brenda Neece, founder of The…

by Skope • April 11, 2023

Rene Erickson releases a phenomenal instrumental track called “Never Gone”. This multi-talented guitarist and songwriter has released the lead single, “Never Gone”, off of the album titled Silent Street. Rene is also a music producer for established acts and promising new artists. Erickson’s original composition credits include indie films and network TV. Rene Erickson is…

by Skope • April 10, 2023

Out of a stoic silence, a buoyant taste of bittersweet melodicism is soon to quaintly unravel before our ears, leaving a trail of effervescent harmonies in its wake. The smooth drawl of instrumentation penetrates the absence of sound, but it’s not enough to smother the hypnotic element it is cultivating from a distance. A wash…

by Skope • April 10, 2023

@skopemag news – monday – april 10, 2023 @ 4 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 Wisconsin’s newest metalcore outfit Vacant Voice Unleash new track, Announce Album Metalcore act Vacant Voice unleash their brand new track with…

by Skope • April 10, 2023

Some music can be summed up in just one word. This is such music. That word is Groovy, but I’m guessing the discerning reader will want a bit more. So let me elaborate beyond just one word. How about “dead groovy”? More? Okay. Imagine blending pop, soul, funk, and R&B into new shapes, using timeless…

by Skope • April 10, 2023

1.) Tell us about your background getting to where you are today? I don’t talk a lot about my background I save that for my music but i will say this I started my music journey when I was 11 recording with 2 tape players one played the beat the other one recorded my vocal…