Feature stories and artist interviews
Vocal powerhouse Lisa Ramey re-introduces us to her unequivocally powerful soul-infused rock-pop sound within her latest single, “Certainly Lord”, available to stream worldwide: With a hard driving rock beat, Lisa Ramey strikes the perfect balance of crunchy rock ‘n roll behind a refreshed amalgamation of gospel and jazz, “Certainly Lord” sees boomy guitar riffs that…
From a certain perspective, Los Angeles is the world’s first particle accelerator – it’s where highly charged artists collide and produce explosive results. It’s where Jasmine Crowe and Jonathan Fairchild were destined to meet and combine their creative talents. Jasmine Crowe hails from Hawaii, and, like her homeland, her career has produced a dynamic and…
A wild raging fury takes hold on The Star Prairie Project’s incredible “Fight Or Flight”. The slew of genres filtered into their unique vision is a pure delight. Elements of progressive rock, classic rock, and glam enter into the equation. Interplay amongst the band has a blissed-out temperament to it, from the gorgeous guitar work…
Digital music distribution has long since stopped being “the future of music”: it’s the present. If you want to be a successful musician in this day and age you need to know the ins and outs of how modern music distribution is done. Signing up with a music distribution service serves, in general, to make…
@skopemag news – friday – november 11, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope What’s Your Fantasy: Dark and Gorgeous Bloodthirsty Twist What’s Your Fantasy music video is a dark and gorgeous bloodthirsty twist on the classic Alice in Wonderland fairytale directed by Vanessa Marzaroli. The music video features vintage Chinese Opera headdress,…
During a concert, it is of course the performing artist who tends to get all the glory. But as any good artist will tell you, much of their success can be attributed to the numerous crew members behind the scenes. While a typical crew will consist of many people, there are some jobs that are…
UK indie duo Arliston, consisting of Jack Ratcliffe (vocals/guitar/keyboards) and George Hasbury (guitar/keyboards), have returned with their stunning new EP, Even In The Shade. The project arrives following a busy year that has seen the London-based duo already release a successful EP, The Ground Might Disappear, back in January. And in the lead-up to Even…
Just based on the title of this new album and the artist’s name, I can almost bet I will be hearing something fresh & original. If I was a betting man, this is one bet I would definitely win because ‘hddn Snd’ by c h i is beyond ordinary and more along the lines of…
Musicians don’t come more stellar, multi-faceted and gifted than Randy Hall, an ace guitarist, vocalist, composer, arranger and performer. The Chicago-native has been a highly coveted musician for several decades and a chart-topping R&B star in his own right and as a supporting player for an impressive, genre-defying resume of artists that began with The…
@skopemag news – thursday – november 10, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Nadine Khouri shares new Pitchfork-tipped single / John Parish-produced album (ffo Mazzy Star, Galaxie 500) The Beirut-born now London-based singer-songwriter, Nadine Khouri is today sharing her new single, “Keep On Pushing The Walls” – the track emerges as the…
Though subtle in its first appearance in the song, the vocal harmony in AV Super Sunshine’s “Scarecrow (Rock Mix)” is at the backbone of every provocative beat in this latest single from the underground-stationed songwriter, and while I wouldn’t say it’s the only element here that qualifies as spellbinding in tone and design, it’s one…
@skopemag news – thursday – november 10, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Banda Destruida Release New Video From Beer City Skateboards and Records Release Banda Destruida began in 2013, when Laiseca and Zamorano decided to continue playing as a duo after the end of Losmodestos trio. In the following years they…
When it comes to the art of lyricism unadulterated by the mainstream or what is considered normal to anyone else, the Pure Order duo from Oxnard, California, is at the pinnacle of strikingly unique hip-hop music. Always keeping their eyes and ears open toward what’s going on in the world around them, God’s Gift and…
Miya Guggs has one of those voices that you just can’t forget about, even if you try. And after listening to her music for the first time, it’s clear that Miya has been making sure to nurture her talent with each passing year and learning from her own experiences as she grows up in the…
Assad Al Hanini was born in Amman, Jordan and is originally from Palestine, on his music and productions. Assad Al Hanini released a number of musical pieces this year that are available on all platforms, Assad’s music is a vessel for his own unique thoughts and experiences, making music not just for himself but for…
@skopemag news – wednesday – november 9, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LOU RIDLEY SHARES THE VULNERABLE VISUAL FOR “NAM” Rising singer/songwriter Lou Ridley returns with a new music video for “nam.” Directed by longtime friend Bethany Reed, the vulnerable and intimate visual shows a somber Ridley in the tub highlighted…
While Maya Azucena’s new I AM ENOUGH song resonates literally from an American history perspective, and aims to celebrate the undermined, under-recognized contributions of her American ancestors and unsung heroes of Today, the message also reflects a universal story of overcoming self-doubt and burden of doubt from others, to step into a fully-accepted, empowered version…
Canny Lando delivers an emotionally charged kick on the dramatic “Betrayed Too Much.” The lyrics tell a story of a life lived by getting stabbed in the back. The bitterness of the verses reflects upon a person who has lost trust in other people one too many times. With the vocal treatment highlighting this poignancy…
@skopemag news – wednesday – november 9, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Brazilian Prog Death Metal Act ABSTRACTED Unveil New Music Video for “Wither to Dust” The Brazilian progressive death metal act ABSTRACTED – whose sound blends the blistering technicality of acts such as Obscura and Necrophagist with moments evoking the…
Imagine knowing exactly what you want to do for the rest of your life at just five years old. While it seems practically impossible, “impossible” is not a word in Gbeke’s dictionary. With her unique voice, vision, and perspective, her work as a talented creative comes naturally. There’s no question she was born to prosper…
When did you first start writing songs for Killer Instinct? About a year ago, last November, 2021, after the release of our last EP, Carly’s Revenge. We got a good response to the EP, and we knew we had something. We learned a lot during those sessions – the hard way, because we learn all…
After several years, numerous personal adventures and near-complete musical silence, eclectic Australian singer, musician, actor and writer Jimmy Sky presents Banji Mashide: six songs, many lives, one journey. Very loosely translated as ‘All Things Considered’, the lyrics are what life is all about – falling in love, getting married, breakups, relationship patchwork, laughter, sadness, depression,…
Based in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Kiani possesses the creative and intellectual brain power to thrive as both a musician and resident neurosurgeon. In addition to his years of doctoral education and training, he has 14 years of classical music experience on the Persian tar and setar. But before that, Kiani’s musical passion spawned at eight…
@skopemag news – tuesday – november 8, 2022 @ 6 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope AJA shares epic new single ‘Mental Break Up’ Sharing more, AJA explained: ‘Mental Breakup was inspired by a guy who kept fucking with my emotions and I was so done and broken. I went from being a strong confident…
The Star Prairie Project Are Fighting the Good Fight The Star Prairie Project’s new album Fight or Flight trumpets the fact that the world order as we know it is teetering and crumbling before our eyes. While too many remain oblivious to this fact, there’s no denying that the human civilization is facing its gravest challenges since World…
@skopemag news – tuesday – november 8, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope RICH WEBB SHARES NEW SINGLE + VIDEO ‘BLUE WILDFLOWERS’ AND NEW ALBUM ‘RIGHT!’ SET FOR RELEASE DECEMBER 9 A warm and lucid bundle of smooth alt-country swoon, the brand new track Blue Wildflowers out today from Melbourne singer-songwriter Rich…
Stuart Ross Carlson offers his take on American classics in the soothing collection “Portrait of a Landscape: Seasons.” Full of such life, the way these tracks radiate a sense of discovery feels majestic. The cinematic quality of the atmosphere wafts over every part of the soundscape. Instrumental richness defines every nook and cranny of the…
Fred Argir brings over 30 years of recording and performing experience to the table with his latest album titled ‘Despair & Ecstasy’. ‘Despair & Ecstasy’ is the perfect title for this new release because the record covers a wide spectrum of emotions that bounces from one extreme to the next. Never a dull moment when…
Growing up with a mother as a Minister of Music, this Nebraska born, Florida-bred artist was bitten by the music bug at a very early age. Singing in the choir soon became teaching parts, leading songs, and eventually writing, producing and arranging. https://www.instagram.com/singmaine/ Since then, he has been crafting tunes as a producer, writer, and…
Norwegian Pop Rockers, Bobby And The Crew have released their latest single. “Prince Of Charm” is a 3 minute, mid to up tempo, dance-flavored track. 3 guys and a gal, Bobby And The Crew boast a traditional line up. The band plays originals, but has the chops and the range of a cover band. Their…
The Skyliners, Donnie Iris, Joe Grushecky and more are included on “A Very Yinzer Christmas” out November 18th. The album benefits Band Together Pittsburgh for Autism Awareness and music programs. The first-ever, “A Very Yinzer Christmas,” featuring tracks by more than 25 Pittsburgh music icons will be released worldwide on November 18th, 2022 on Pittsburgh-based…
@skopemag news – monday – november 7, 2022 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope German four-piece BILBAO release new single, “travel party” via PIAS Recordings Following a busy summer with over 20 festival shows, as well as some gigs as support for Sportfreunde Stiller, the new single shows exactly the feeling of these…
If the name Sick Puppies looks familiar to you, you’re either part of their massive international fanbase or a recovering emo kid who came to know them from their breakout 2007 hit “All the Same.” It was a track that dug deep into that generation with its powerful lyrics and presence, and people began to really take notice…
Anizzy blends a wonderful hybrid of styles into a cohesive, compassionate whole on the genre-defying “The Return.” Bollywood soundtracks, R&B, trap, and more get weaved into a colorful tapestry. The resulting blooms of colors feel fully immersive. He makes sure each flourish matters for the evolution of the groove and reveals a well-listener ear. Melodies…
Moose with a Scarf makes EDM with a hint of horror on “Leshen.” The heavy atmospherics work in its favor. Beats hit with pure physicality to them. Nods to the electro roots of Justice appear throughout. Volume is a must, for this is the sort of thing that bludgeons the listener into submission. Attention to…
@skopemag news – monday – november 7, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Music Submission: Chisun Chisun is an independent artist who signed a songwriter’s deal with Warner Chappell in 2022. He aspires to create emotionally vibrant-story telling music that embraces people’s souls. His music has been described as dreamy and optimistic…
P Bailey bursts with a tremendous amount of passion and pure chaos on “Who can’t hear must feel”. Tempos race through the entirety of the track. Subtle this is not; this is a pure fire and passion that burns all the way to its core. Nods to R&B, throbbing EDM, and more enter into the…
@skopemag news – sunday – november 6, 2022 @ 10 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope LEGENDARIUM Release New Single “Caelador, Destroyer” Traditional heavy metal band LEGENDARIUM have released their new song “Caelador, Destroyer” today on all streaming platforms. The track is from their album Death’s Hand In Yours which will be released on December…
Latin superstar, rapper and songwriter, Lokixximo releases a new reggaetón music video for his single entitled “Ella Ta Bien, becoming quickly a YouTube favorite due to its trippy video production & ultra-hyped lyrics about ladies feeling confident and beautiful. The infectious song & music video is a modern-day dembow fused with Brazilian Funk & House…
Swinging with a casual beat that evolves into something capable of relaxing even the tensest of moods, The Real J Israel’s “I Am Me” – one of two songs you’ll find on his new EP Glass Half Full – is a song defined as much by its tonality as it is its tenacious sway. Singer/songwriters have been…
