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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…
Getting into the music industry can be really tough, especially if it is your passion and means a lot to you. You may be more likely to get let down and discouraged if things don’t happen the way you want them to if you have a lot of expectations. That being said, there are so…
Gearing up to release his debut album, things couldn’t be better for Johnnie Mikel. He’s an accomplished singer, songwriter, musician, and performer with multiple appearances in the Billboard Charts, all while remaining a completely independent artist. After spending his teens learning ProTools, Logic, and all the string instruments he could get his hands on, he’s…
Otherish embrace the strange on “Their Mistake”. A wild mixture of jazz, pop, and psychedelic rock the playfulness has no limits. Interplay amongst the band adds to the flexibility of the rhythm. Things start and stop on a dime, without any further need for clarity. Lyrics embrace this jagged, giddy path as well, with the…
I Go By Campaign Nino & I Was Born In Pascagoula, Ms But Raised In East Orlando, Fl After losing my home due to Hurricane Katrina in Mississippi. I Went To School On The Eastside At Orlando Christian Prep For Alittle Then I Left To Support Family. I’m Influenced By Artists Like Miguel, Dvsn, Chris…
The future of modern hard rock is in good hands with bands such as Messer. The young outfit’s new single “Unbreakable (Unfvckwitable)” surges with youthful yet polished power. You get the feeling when you hear the urgency in its vocal and the everyday truth of its words that the song’s message is derived from experience…
@skopemag news – friday – november 4, 2022 @ 6 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Mirrorball shares new single “Tinsel For A Tear,” playing free show in LA on Saturday Today, Mirrorball unveils “Tinsel for a Tear,” the anticipated new single from their upcoming EP produced by Chris Coady. Mirrorball — vocalist Alexandra Johnstone…
Canadian songwriter, Apryll Aileen’s “Bad Things”, the title track from her upcoming album, is an Alt-Pop R&B hit that teases sassiness with sensuality, striking a chord on the duality of our human nature. The video was filmed at the Five & Dime in Saint John, New Brunswick by Matt Brown and directed and edited by…
’Tis the season to get spooky, and Milwaukee’s favorite rock group The Keystones are happily rising to the occasion with their new single “Chameleons,” hitting streaming services just in time for Halloween. It’s a rip-roaring rock track that feels indebted to modern rock acts like Arctic Monkeys, The Killers, and even The Black Keys —…
@skopemag news – friday – november 4, 2022 @ 1 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JOJI RELEASES NEW ALBUM ‘SMITHEREENS’ – OUT TODAY VIA 88RISING Chart-topping artist Joji’s highly-anticipated new album SMITHEREENS is out today via longtime label 88rising (full tracklist below). In celebration of the release and coming off the heels of his…
WATCH: Otherish “Their Mistake” (Video) from Gone Wrong Rainbow Blues (New York) Acclaimed UK based eclectic rock band Otherish, has released the video for “Their Mistake”, a smashing single from the recently released album “Gone Wrong Rainbow Blues”, to YouTube. Who are Otherish? George, Paul, Mark and Francis: Irish-English outsiders, musician-poets, sweethearts, alchemically active friends.…
The first rebellion started in 1986. And so the rebellion continues…. Erik Grönwall – vocals Snake Sabo – guitars Scotti Hill – guitars Rachel Bolan – bass Rob Hammersmith – drums Remember that first time you heard Skid Row? “Youth Gone Wild” was on MTV. “18 and Life” was a summertime hit single and…
@skopemag news – friday – november 4, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope OUT TODAY: Isla Craig (U.S Girls, Jennifer Castle) releases new album Echo’s Reach & shares video for ‘Weather’ For over a decade Isla Craig has created a formidable body of work, a unique musical vision last heard on 2018’s…
Justin Haynes puts the “style” in lifestyle! The beat in tempo, and the lyrics in music. Widely known and respected in the international fashion world, this designer and tailor brings a new meaning to everyday life as seen on every magazine cover and runway where his creations grace. Founder of the intensely innovative JUS10H brand,…
Now presenting Mr. Peter Finch, Esquire: accomplished attorney, loving father, and prodigious… rapper? Before writing this man off for having taken the bar exam, examine his bars. The pride of Bridgeport, CT, Mr. Finch – better known on the streets as daFinchi – doesn’t need your approval. This lyrical lawyer lets his lines speak for…
The Ancients did not consider her a hero. But for moderns, it’s tough not to sympathize with Pandora. When you’re given a mysterious box and told by the authorities never to open it, who among us could resist peeking? Pandora’s fame has outlasted that of many of the Greek gods because of what she represents:…
The expression to hell and back can relate to singer/songwriter, Chris Beland in many ways, shapes and forms. From being homeless and addicted to drugs to locating his real father at age 32, Chris Beland has had his fair share of trials and tribulations in this thing called life but I say what doesn’t kill…
@skopemag news – friday – november 4, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Smino Reveals “90 Proof” Music Video w/ J. Cole & Announces 5th Annual ‘Kribmas’ Benefit Concert !!! Delivering one of the most talked-about releases of the fall, St. Louis artist, rapper, songwriter, producer, and disruptor Smino maintains his momentum…
The days are shorter, but the nights are longer. The sun sets sooner, but the party never stops. For all night owls and party lovers, there is a new Friday playlist must-add for you. London-based rising artist Allegra continues her streak with a new show-stopping single, ‘Amazing.’ Musically, Allegra stays loyal to her elevating dance-pop…
If you know Everett De Morier, you know unpredictability. In a career that has spanned more than twenty-five years, Mr. De Morier has written everything from the Weekly World News’ My Wife Is Having the Reincarnation of Elvis to the Hollywood optioned Thirty-Three Cecils. He’s an essayist, an author, a humorist, a contributor, a thinker.…
@skopemag news – thursday – november 3, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope [New Music] R&B/ Soul artist DAMI ONIRU drops captivating new EP ‘Matter Of Time’ Embodying a variety of instruments from heavy drumbeats to euphonious piano sounds, Matter of Time is a follow up to the synth led single “Soft…
‘The Machine’ is about being trapped in the corporate system, working for “The Man” and dreaming of escape. Mournful vocals are set to a backdrop of grinding industrial sounds and pulsing guitar effects before bursting into an uplifting chorus that affirms we are meant to be free. “I wrote this song whilst working for a…
Unapologetically fueled by rage and inner power, Spider Rockets’ discography feels like you are standing in the eye of a hurricane. Frontwoman Helena Cos’s vocals rain down upon the multilayered instrumentals with thunderous vibrations that shake the earth while guitarist Johnny Nap electrifies the soundscape with his guitar riffs. Spider Rockets started in New Jersey,…
Aliza Li has already melted the hearts of many with her breathtaking vocal dexterity and raw songwriting ability and now she brings a fresh offering, her new EP ‘Soul X Sushi’. With four tracks, each uniquely potent in their narrative and tone, Aliza showcases the many different forms that her artistry takes. The EP opens…
Demi Jordanae brings out an outspoken, expressive, and extroverted character in her music and her artistry reflects versatility. The “How Did We Get Here” EP is an emotional rollercoaster. Each song has a different mood, emotion, sound and style, so it is evident why the EP ends with “How Did We Get Here”. You finally…
You will marvel at the indescribably beautiful melodic world that TaniA Kyllikki – a female singer and songwriter hailing from the outskirts of London has been building so far. Touching hearts British singer-songwriter TaniA Kyllikki, who hails from a small town outside London, has been delivering exceptional experiences to music fanatics worldwide with her thought-provoking lyrics…
Meet the man who’s teaching people how to heal their trauma and live the life they always wanted! Since his accident, Donny has been pushing the boundaries as an amputee! On October 19 2019 Donny Become a victim of gun violence. He was shot six times. He revived four in his left leg, one in…
@skopemag news – wednesday – november 2, 2022 @ 2 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Skope video submission: video: Tgifly – “First Ballot”. J. Coles All-Star Dreamville Rap Camp Graduate Delivers This Banger He had this to say about “First Ballot”, “This song is about me reaching my full potential … I’d be a…
@skopemag news – wednesday – november 2, 2022 @ 11 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope CARNIVORA: Witch City Metal Quintet Drops “Cosmic Throne” Video Filmed at Shadows Fall Reunion Show; New Album “Petrichor” Out Nov. 25 Salem, Mass. metal quintet CARNIVORA has released a video for their new single “Cosmic Throne,” taken from the…
Camera phones are exciting, and some of them are even high quality. But for serious photographers and movie-makers, it’s hard to beat an old-fashioned film camera. It’s an object with heft, gravity, and authority; bring one of those to a shoot, and your subject will know that you mean business. Film cameras are also beautiful…
He gives you faith that real rock and roll, not slam banging raise hell runes thought-provoking rock with muscle, still happens. I need that. A lot of people do. The band’s new singles “Last Prayer” and “One Out of Many, One” aren’t necessarily. They do, if nothing else, illustrate a point. Age matters too much…
From its first moments, Eduardo’s latest single “Time Machine” more than lives up to its name. The throwback rock ’n’ roll riff from the guitar feels like something straight out of a Beatles or Beach Boys track, and the lightweight chorus interwoven with lyrics that pack a punch are like something that feels as if…
If you are looking for something upbeat to add to your playlist, then this song would be the perfect addition. Singer Marc Terenzi has teamed up with EDM DJs Justin Prince and Dia Platenpussys to give us a fresh new track. “Without You” is a real treat for everyone that loves to dance. The lyrics…
“Hand In Glove” shows off the incredible chops of the Matt O’Ree Band in creating a wild, animalistic fury of classic rock n’roll. Stylistically they bring together gospel, soul, southern rock, and the blues into a cacophonous whole. Guitar work proves to be exceptional for they touch upon the unruly spirit of AC/DC at their…
This new album is certainly bittersweet for Sugar Lime Blue because this record has been in the works for quite some time. During the making of ‘The Blackbird Sessions’, Sugar Lime Blue lost its founding member and bassist, Russ Dean back in 2020. Through perseverance and sheer will power, members Ashley & Dave Beth remained…
Haunting season is upon us again. Bare trees, long shadows, deep twilights, and autumn gloom — it’s all back, and it calls for an appropriate soundtrack. We can’t say what to do to withstand the annual scare, but we assure all that Ready, Steady, Die! is the group with the sound to match the moment.…
@skopemag news – monday – october 31, 2022 @ 8 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Winny Shares Breathtaking Debut Single “Pretty” Co-written by Winny with Jesse Zagi and Kingsley Cyprian alongside production by duo WodeMagic, “Pretty” was recorded in a home studio in Winny’s hometown of Jos in Northern Nigeria and was inspired by…
Influenced by the COVID pandemic, the San Antonio singer-songwriter will release “Tickin’” on October 28th, 2022. Clock is on the wall And it keeps tickin’ Yeah time comes for us all And keeps on tickin’ –Jeremy Parsons, “Tickin’” San Antonio’s Jeremy Parsons’ 2017 album release, “Things I Need To Say” propelled the prolific singer-songwriter onto…
Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, have been increasing in popularity as of late. But what are they exactly? And are they worth the investment? Let’s take a closer look. NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are digital assets that exist on a blockchain. They can represent just about anything, from art to collectibles to in-game items. The key…
@skopemag news – monday – october 31, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Single Out Today from Denni Ian Ian’s new single “So This Is How We Dance” is an underplayed eruption of emotion. The ballad features piano lead and strings swirling around a vibrant vocal performance, with lyrics elevating a profoundly…
