Feature stories and artist interviews
Conner Cherland is a talented singer/songwriter from Southern California that makes ‘Call Waiting’ sound like the best thing since sliced bread! ‘Call Waiting’ is a new EP by Conner Cherland that features 6, well-constructed songs. Based on themes of love, loss and emotional maturity, ‘Call Waiting’ offers the listener a full bowl of audible goodness.…
Kat Orlando releases a new album entitled There I Said it”. The album delves deep into introspective thoughts and issues while the listener can still feel an unstoppable beat ! The new single “Saint and So” melds Steely Dan jazz blues approach with harmonies that hint of the Beatles. https://tinyurl.com/4vjcb6ae Influenced by Stevie Wonder, Gladys…
Calgary’s award-winning art/baroque-pop songstress Laura Hickli joins forces with director Samantha Selci to create a riveting story on love and faith for Hickli’s latest music video ‘Finding You’re Not Missing A Thing’. The cinematic music video follows Hickli, playing the irreligious daughter and live-in-caregiver for her Catholic mother through a day in the life. With…
@skopemag news – thursday – december 29, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope UK Metal Punk Group WEAK13 Joins Sliptrick Records UK’s WEAK13 are a 3-man low-tuned metal punk rock terror from the home of heavy metal – the Black Country. The group feature Nick J Townsend (vocals & guitar), Wesley Smith…
Barbados-born Zeeteah Massiah returns to her Reggae roots. The album contains 11 tracks and was released on November 18, 2022. Zeeteah says: “This new album is a return to my reggae and dancehall roots, enriched with spicy flavours of jazz and soul. We’ve been working on it all year, and it’s great to be getting…
The press and other talking heads may write that country rock is dead. Sarah Diamond and the Soul Miners, however, prove there’s plenty of life in the genre if you know where to listen. Diamond and the band are based out of Florida where they first emerged with the single “I Got Away”. This chronicle…
@skopemag news – tuesday – december 27, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Out Now, New EP by Trizz “TRIZZMAS” & Video “TRIZZMAS” is the new EP by Inland Empire/Los Angeles rapper Trizz. It’s a clean holiday 6-track EP with Christmas themed samples entirely produced by Cas1. Last year Trizz released a…
Intelligent Diva from Jacksonville, Florida is ending the 2022 year with a banger. On December 23rd, the music artist released her new single “How to Flex” to the world. The single is featuring Sean Kingston and producer Blanq Beats which follows multiple visuals along with a new launch of merchandise. Intelligent Diva wrote her lyrics…
Known for making bold statements with his music, Harry Kappen has released “WarGames” as a political protest against global atrocities. Renowned Dutch musician and music therapist Harry Kappen has released a politically motivated new single, “WarGames.” Following his full-length album “Escape” that was released earlier in 2022, Kappen wanted to bring the year to an end with…
Have you heard of TicketsCandy? It is the go-to platform for event organizers who want to sell tickets online. TicketsCandy offers a complete suite of powerful tools that simplify the ticketing process and make it possible to launch, manage, and promote events with ease. Let’s take a closer look at why TicketsCandy is the best way…
@skopemag news – sunday – december 25, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope The Finnish metal band’s second album deals with the concept of trust. “Fear” is the first video and single off Arched Fire’s second album Trust Betrayal, to be released in spring of 2023. The “b-side” song “Trigger” is a…
When you think of music coming out of the state of Georgia, your mind might gravitate towards the booming hip-hop and rap scene from Atlanta, giving the masses such artists as OutKast and Migos, as well as classic acts such as TLC, REM, and the B-52s. One outlier of a band, however, hails from Athens,…
It’s the most wonderful time of year again and Worldwide Recording Artist, Laura Cheadle is making it sound even sweeter with “On This Christmas Night”. Christmas time is here and Laura Cheadle has decided to share an early present in the form of a perfectly-wrapped song. “On This Christmas Night” is described by Laura, herself,…
If you’re a musician, you know that having a good recording studio is essential to your success. But what if you don’t have the money to buy or rent a professional studio? You can always build your own! With some careful planning and a little bit of work, you can easily convert your garage into…
Over the past year, the world has experiencing a lot of turmoil, with political tension, war, and other issues plaguing people across the planet. Willie J “The Philosopher” is an outspoken supporter of peace and equality, and he uses his music to make a difference and raise awareness on these issues. His most recent singles…
We got to speak with Seb Stone aka Kaysien, a multi-talented artist from London around the release of his new EP ‘Elements’. – Hey Kaysien, thanks for your time. Can you start by introducing yourself to those who are not familiar with you yet? What’s the story behind your name? Hey, thanks for connecting! I…
@skopemag news – wednesday – december 21, 2022 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jabee Drops Good EP Produced by Conductor Williams on December 16 OKC-based rapper Jabee is proud to announce the release of his new EP “Good” produced entirely by Grammy award winning producer Conductor Williams. The five-track EP includes features…
J Demonz is a new artist off of “Broke Off Entertainment” run by CEO Maurice Goodrich. J Demonz has opened up for artists on tour such as “Meek Mills” and “Misty Blanco The Blaquanese Rockstar”, just to name a few. J Demonz is a new Pop artist arising out of New Jersey with his own…
As soon as I hit Play, I am instantly enthralled with what I am hearing on ‘From Dreams to Screens’. Brian Hutson has a way of drawing you in by way of his vocal delivery and musical ability, so don’t fight it and just go with it. ‘From Dreams to Screens’ is the latest release…
@skopemag news – tuesday – december 20, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope French metalcore/fusion power-trio Coming Wolves stream debut album ‘Dark Feelings’ About one year – or a bit more – after giving birth to their first record with a digital EP’Howl’, French metalcore/fusion outfit Coming Wolves just released their debut…
In an age where musical tastes are endless and artists are a dime a dozen, God Knows Records invites musicians to just be themselves. It’s a simple formula really and hoping to be one that catches on for God Knows Records, which is just BE YOU and DO YOU! Allowing an artist to grow and…
Bay-area based Greg Hoy & The Boys are impossible not to root for and the poster children for consistent, sustained promotion. With others in the music industry gasping for air, grasping for straws and trying desperately to regroup after thirty two months of challenges, these indefatigable rock and roll stalwarts just returned from a successful…
We all know that butterflies result from metamorphosis—a grueling process that transforms a humble creature into one of nature’s most precious creations—but what does that process look like for an artist? Just ask Betty Beata (rhymes with “Miata”). Born in Hungary to a family of musically-inclined Romani gypsies, Betty quickly took up lead vocals in…
@skopemag news – monday – december 19, 2022 @ 11 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Julian Never (ex-Mayyors, Fine Steps, Male Gaze) share “Grassharp” from their forthcoming Pious Fiction LP Julian Never is the latest vehicle for former Mayyors drummer Julian Elorduy’s jangle pop alter-ego. An evolution in songwriting that produced the short-lived, but…
@skopemag news – monday – december 19, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Juicy J – Kill Dat Sh!t ft. Beatking & Lil Keke [DJ Pack] (electronic/lofi) Houis – “Longtemps” NYC producer Houis follows up “Awash” with whimsical new instrumental single “Longtemps” – a delicate, beat driven number which is both nostalgic…
Being creative isn’t always easy. Sometimes, you need a little help getting your inspiration flowing. Here is a list of 5 unique places that are sure to jump start your creativity the next time you’re feeling stuck. So whether you’re looking for a new place to write your latest song or just want to switch…
Yonkers, New York native and now Moncton, New Brunswick Canada resident revisits his lyrics on his new single – “Now who’s greater I’m kicking bars like the green ranger Moment of silence While I pour my drank Rest In Peace to Jason David Frank Now back to it It’s Morphin Time I been nice But…
@skopemag news – saturday – december 17, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope For Skope: Alok’s new surprising g-house track + new edition of his iconic compilation (incl. 10 exclusives) (out now) ULTHAR: Blackened Death Metal Trio To Release Two New Full-Lengths On February 17th Via 20 Buck Spin; New Track Streaming…
@skopemag news – friday – december 16, 2022 @ 6 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ALTERNATIVE SINGER-SONGWRITER, GERT TABERNER RELEASES NEW SINGLE “FUNCTIONAL” & ANNOUNCES DEBUT EP “I’m beyond excited to announce my debut EP As Good As You Thought We Might Be. My friend and producer Shane Stephenson and I have been working…
Dianña’s “Missing You Underneath the Mistletoe” has the sort of Christmas song sparkle that reminds listeners of bygone classics of the past. Framing it in modern sonic terms doesn’t prove to be an issue because the track has a world class vocal presence breathing new life into its traditional vibe. Mark Needham, a well -known…
@skopemag news – friday – december 16, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Eric Sleeper Releases Riveting New Single “Son Of A Gun” Singer-songwriter Eric Sleeper has released his hard-hitting single, “Son Of A Gun.” Bending genres, the new track features bright guitar riffs contradicted with impactful lyrics. “Son Of A Gun”…
The release of Just Might follows the success of recent single “Spellbound”, which has played on radio stations internationally, including her home country’s top hit station, J-WAVE in Japan. Since her debut single, “Don’t Take My Life”, Aya Ito has been an up and coming force, not only in Chicago, but worldwide. Earlier this year,…
Not Now Norman is an artist with a focus on making music that’s incredibly diverse. The sound blurs the lines between various genres, including indie rock, punk and alternative. Ultimately, what makes Not Now Norman’s music so special is the passion and integrity that fuels every creative endeavor the artist partakes in. Not Now Norman’s…
@skopemag news – thursday – december 15, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Kool G Rap joins Termanology for New Video “Let Ya Glock Burst” Termanology & Kool G Rap link up to bring you one of the hottest collaborations of the year. Super lyrical bars and rap fire flows over a…
WHO IS BIG WILLIE B Big Willie B is an emerging hip hop artist based out of Jackson, TN. His music is a reflection of his life; the joy of people’s faith in him and the pain of losing those closest to him. He found his stride musically after connecting with Stinger Boy, who recognized…
The reputation of Rap music, like the hip-hop scene that spawned it, was always predicated on the dexterousness of its wordplay and the lyrical deftness. And while too many artists seem to have lost track of this content, as they are, to mumble self-agrandising statements and adopt the status of victemhood and the underdog, Tay…
If this autumn’s pop music has had a consistent theme across the board, it’s simplicity. From country to hip-hop and back to rock n’ roll, there’s a demand for efficient songcraft unlike anything we experienced in the 2010s – a time in which decadence made a play for supremacy in pop music – and artists…
A sparkling synth melody adorns the bars of “Shame,” the new single from Migrant Motel, but its gilded introduction doesn’t hold a candle to the musical magic that it will soon unleash in this fourth release from the much-buzzed project. There has been a lot of discussion about the diverse array of influences this band…
@skopemag news – wednesday – december 14, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Fliptrix celebrates the power of now in latest music video Fliptrix continues his run of classy hip hop drops with the new single ‘Future Ain’t Promised’. Reuniting with Illinformed on the beat, the two effortlessly combine on another contemplative…
Chris Robinson, better known by his stage name Sweet Limb is the Austin, TX based artist who cites Frank Ocean among his modern-day inspirations. After moving from Pearland, Sweet Limb started doing music around 2015 and launched a band with a keyboard player and drummer. During that time, Chris met two talented musicians and later…
