Feature stories and artist interviews
@skopemag news – thursday – january 12, 2023 @ 9 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Fall in “l-o-v-e” with TikTok Sensation Rocco 19-year-old Asian-American singer-songwriter Rocco shares his take on the classic ballad with his new single “l-o-v-e” via BMG/Young Forever. An explosion of emotion and declaration of love, the…
Sarantos is a unique singer-songwriter known for his fresh monthly single and video releases. His first release of 2023 is an inspiring rock track, “Somethin’ to Believe In.” Sarantos is a highly innovative and inspiring Chicago-based musician with an impressive body of work. His latest album, “A Spoonful of Greece” has enjoyed more than 175K Spotify…
California ™ – feat. Les Fradkin radiates a pure, unabashed joy for the world on the celebratory “California Loves You”. The instrumentation bursts at the seams. So much energy pours out of the piece resulting in this sense of pure contentment. By far the highlight comes from Les Fradkin on the guitar with the riffs…
@skopemag news – wednesday – january 11, 2023 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Legendary English punk rocker, Steve Lake of Zounds, and American singer Mia Dean, release the first single ‘Spell’ from their self-titled album of duets, Blood Moon Wedding Legendary English punk rocker, Steve Lake of Zounds,…
Gnarled twisted paths define nasmore’s burning vision on the darkly titled “Welcome to the Hell (feat. Neil Taylor & La Strange)”. Industrial, noise, pop, all of these get filtered through their distinct worldview. Best of all there is a sheer intensity to this, one that confronts the listener so completely. Everything about it has a…
Have you ever felt sad? Betrayed? Suffocated? Or that you are alone? Well, you are not alone in suffering from these attitudes or behaviour. There are a lot of people out there who are using it to fuel them up, change and grow. Sadness is a gift. Dont reject it. Live it fully. Embrace your…
@skopemag news – tuesday – january 10, 2023 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Country Westerns announce sophomore LP for Fat Possum, “It’s A Livin” out now Nashville rockers Country Westerns are proud to announce their sophomore LP Forgive The City, due April 28, 2023 via Fat Possum Records.…
If you’re in need of a good cry or just feeling a little down in the dumps, Sfe Tav’s latest music video for “I’m Still Not Happy” is sure to deliver. The visuals, released on YouTube, show the artist pouting and sulking in a variety of locations, from his bedroom to the streets of a…
@skopemag news – tuesday – january 10, 2023 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Blaine Walker Releases New Anthem In “Party In The 6ix” At the drop of midnight on New Year’s Eve, an explosion of positivity erupted in Toronto. No, not the city-sanctioned fireworks display on the unfortunately…
Community is at the heart of Madoa Sankara’s creations. As a multifaceted hip-hop musician, he has mastered the art of combining impactful lyricism and classic boom bap. His undying passion and pursuit within the music industry and higher education have led him down a bright path. The name Madoa derives from his African ancestry, and…
Coming out hot, the promised child of Dayton—this is Ninebay Jakub. In hard-won homespun rhymes, this Ohio rapper draws inspiration from fellow Midwesterner Kanye West, with nods to Jack Harlow and Mac Miller. After a tragic fall shattered his wrists and ended a promising football career, the lifetime fighter picked up his pen and pivoted…
Joseph James is delivering an early Valentine’s Day present to the entire, listening audience with his latest release titled “Valentine”. This is a debut single for Joseph James and he is hoping to pick up major traction and steam heading into the next occasion that is filled with hearts & such. Why go with the…
We spoke to Martin Aelred Colgan about his latest song ‘Auld Lang Syne’. Released right on time before Christmas and Hogmanay, the singer offers his own classic version of Auld Lang Syne, a nod and a wink to his roots. – How would you describe your music? My music has its roots in traditional European…
Take one part one part swing, one-part big band and one-part 50’s rock n roll and you have a snapshot of DD Verni and the Cadillac Band. DD Verni is songwriter/producer/founder of heavy metal legends Overkill. The band has sold millions of records and headlined venues and festivals worldwide for over 35 years. Together with…
@skopemag news -monday – january 9, 2022 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Marcus Gad Shows Love For Home With “Long Way Home” with Easy Star Records “’Long Way Home’ is a song I wrote for my country, my island, when I was far away and felt the distance…
American indie kingpin and melodic champ Ronnue has conquered the Washington scene with his mighty voice that some critics have compared to legends, and his new single “You Got Me Open” is almost guaranteed to get listeners across the world addicted to his sound all over again this January. A once-unknown who quickly found some…
@skopemag news – monday – january 9, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Check Out Divine Shade’s New Single, “Stars” French darkwave band, Divine Shade has just unveiled their new single, “Stars”. The track was performed live during Divine Shade’s set in support of Gary Numan’s 2022 UK…
Just as Monty Python brought you “And Now For Something Completely Different”, Blind Uncle Harry stays in that same lane with his latest release titled ‘Visualize Industrial Collapse’. Blind Uncle Harry brings a unique approach to music making that will make your ears spin on his most recent album. Blind Uncle Harry says the heck…
I recently had the pleasure of listening to the amazing Thoughts & Scares, the new full-length album from guitar guru Darren Michael Boyd, before its upcoming release date this January, and while unsure of what to expect – as instrumental records are often more unpredictable than your garden variety rock albums are – I came with…
Matty Marz’s single, “My First Tattoo,” brings ‘80s music right back, front and center, with his intentionally stuttered opening vocal line. He sings it over an upfront keyboard part that has all the feel of an MTV video. Shortly in, Marz points out, “You sure left your mark.” Yes, like a tattoo – even that…
Dayton, Ohio musician Pete Price is known for his multifaceted musical career that spans multiple decades. He has now released a thought-provoking new album “Department of the Interior.” Reflecting on the most visceral aspects of the human reality, Dayton, Ohio musician, singer and songwriter Pete Price has now released his first full-length album. Released in March 2022,…
Wichita’s JJ McGuigan follows his critically acclaimed 2015 EP “Dissociative” with his first new music in 7 years. McGuigan is an advocate for mental health causes. Having started his songwriting journey at the age of 20, JJ McGuigan is an accomplished musician, singer and songwriter hailing from Wichita, Kansas. His latest passion project is an emotionally-charged 3-song…
@skopemag news – friday – january 6, 2022 @ 4 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Visionary Artist The Album Leaf Shares Personal New Track “Breathe” In Remembrance of Friends Who Have Passed The Album Leaf has been steadily making his mark as a soft-spoken innovator since 1999. Now based in…
@skopemag news – friday – january 6, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Kepi Ghoulie Premieres First Single “Happy When It Rains” With New Noise Magazine “Full Moon Forever” is a covers record which saw Kepi enlist the help of friends such as Ara Babajian (The Slackers), Ian…
Pamela Hopkins, Gary Pratt and Alex Krawczyk lead the pack, as MTS “Family” Artists receive multiple nominations in the esteemed ceremony. Gary Pratt For more than 12 years, MTS Management Group has catapulted many talented musicians to international stardom, while giving the artists’ music the leverage it needs to be heard by the masses. Under the MTS…
@skopemag news – thursday – january 5, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Tobias Dray’s for the fans surprise release “Maya” takes off on streaming platforms Written with a chance online encounter in mind, French producer, vocalist and musical mad scientist Tobias Dray ended 2022 with a for…
Ahead of their new second album, Aliens Don’t Ring Door Bells give an exclusive interview to readers at Skope. Gearing up for a new year, ADRD shares their forthcoming second record will include 12 songs, including the three already released singles – ‘Hello 2 You,’ ‘Don’t’ Touch’ and ‘Big Old Nowhere.’ Read for more exclusive…
Whenever people have gathered, Kool & the Gang has been there. It’s likely that no group in the history of the world has started (and sustained) more parties than they have. The irrepressible band from New Jersey laid down a boogie in the early ’70s that has just kept going and going — because who…
In the opening sequence of the radiant, inspirational video for “Royalty” by The Cofields, the light catches a pendant slung around Calvin Cofield’s neck. It’s not big — it’s a gold square about the size of a postage stamp — but it shines so brilliantly that it seems like it’s coming from the core of…
@skopemag news – wednesday – january 5, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Sabrina Francis Returns With Her New Single ‘Call Me’ Sabrina Francis’ new single ‘Call Me’ continues the musical and lyrical direction set by the previous singles, with the young Grenadian singer once again pouring her…
Ten Penny Gypsy is a 7-time Arkansas Country Music Awards nominated group. The Little Rock-based act has released a music video for “River N’ Me.” Little Rock-based americana group, Ten Penny Gypsy is known for their down-to-earth and emotionally-charged music. Keeping with the traditions of American Roots music, the band recently released a rustic music video to…
The three siblings have shared an extraordinary journey. They were raised in a religious family, which separated them from the ordinary experiences that most teenagers go through. Manny was nudged into an early marriage when others were having their first dates, leading, unsurprisingly, to an equally early divorce. The death of their mother opened up…
Are you an aspiring musician who’s dreaming of creating your own tribute band? You have come to the right place! Making a successful tribute band isn’t easy, but it is possible with the right steps. There are many different elements that go into making a successful tribute band, from selecting the right members to booking…
@skopemag news – wednesday – january 4, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu WHITE REAPER SHARE NEW SONG & VISUALIZER – “PINK SLIP” Recorded and largely self-produced in Nashville with the help of close friend and engineer Jeremy Ferguson, Asking for a Ride finds the Louisville band taking…
A composer, lyricist, producer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist all rolled into one, Mychael Gabriel has built a career founded and guided by the element of surprise. His music constantly begs the question, “what doesn’t he do?”. With cosmic versatility and an entire ecosystem of talent—songwriting, vocals, guitar, drums, production, and more—Mychael Gabriel has constructed a discography…
1.) Tell us about your background getting to where you are today? I go by the name P Dope, some know as Dope Boy P. I’m a Hip Hop recording artist , Songwriter & Owner of the record label 5203 Records. I come from humble beginnings, I was raised in a single parent home. Nothing…
Chill out, tune in, and turn up: this is Major Spark. Hailing from the winding streets of Boston, MA, this band will take you on a wild ride through the world of music. Armed with a fleet of sensational influences—from psychedelic shredders like Hendrix and Black Angels to mega pop artists like Rihanna and Sofi…
@skopemag news – tuesday – january 3, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu Nutcracker / Mainstage Techno Hamburg based Nanoviola is going to end the year strong with this last release. “Nutcracker” has a very recognisable main melody, combining live lead strings and intriguing synths pouring into the…
@skopemag news – saturday – december 31, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope @skopemag Menu – https://skopemag.com/2022/07/11/skopemag-editorial-services-the-menu The 3-piece American/German extreme metal band Beyond the Veil release new EP “The Hunter’s Fate” Based on the horror theme, The Hunter’s Fate is themed after the Loveraft inspired video game Bloodbore and digs deeply…
IVANA’s new single is truly beautiful with a fusion of R&B and Indian music. ‘When You Call Me (Soniye)’ brings us dholak drum beats mixed with sensual R&B vocals. IVANA is an emerging artist in the UK, and is looking to develop her fusion music further in an EP due to be released in 2023.…
