Feature stories and artist interviews
With over 4 million streams and video views and over and 100k Tik Tok followers, freestyle Rap phenomenon Dici makes a powerful detour into Infectious Groovin’ Pop with his latest single “Beautiful Collision”. In the year and a half since the drop of his self-titled debut EP in early 2021, DICI’s been a prolific, non-stop…
The Curse of K.K. Hammond Announces Special Halloween Pre-Sale For New Album “Death Roll Blues” K.K. Hammond is recognized as the “Queen of Horror Blues” music. Her 2023 album release, “Death Roll Blues” goes on Pre-Sale this Monday, October 31st, 2022 -Halloween. The Curse of K.K. Hammond is an innovative slide guitarist, singer and songwriter who…
See Your Shadow Songwriting (SYS) releases “Crazy Things Like That.” It’s the follow-up to their Top 10 National Radio Hits Top 10 single, “Take it to Your Grave.” With a mission to create truly iconic music that has been crafted by a diverse group of musical geniuses, See Your Shadow Songwriting (SYS) has announced the release…
@skopemag news – friday – october 28, 2022 @ 7 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Symphonic rock act Paraside takes you through a epic journey on new EP ‘Chapter I: Dreams, Hopes And Other Obvious Lies’ is the newest album from Paraside, the Hungarian / American melodic symphonic rock band. “I wrote the backing…
I don’t know how good your current company is, but this Present Company has an inviting sound and is very approachable. Come on in because Present Company welcomes everyone to this fun ‘n’ friendly show. Present Company is a Minneapolis-based group with a lot to say and you have a one-way ticket to the new…
Sophia Dashing is an up-and-coming pop singer, songwriter, and dancer born in Atlanta, GA. Sophia released her new music video for “Lonely”, October 27th, 2022. A perfectly-confident, upbeat, saucy dance-pop hit that explores the story of encountering a new crush and feeling completely infatuated. The track, “Lonely”, feels like a combination of every decade of…
@skopemag news – friday – october 28, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JOEY VALENCE & BRAE RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘TANAKA 2’ FEAT. LOGIC On their new single, Joey Valence & Brae continue their trend of bridging the gap between various genres as they once again defy convention by traversing the line…
Where are we talking from today and are you excited for Halloween? Hey there! I’m in Tulum in Mexico, in the Yucatan Peninsula. It’s where I live part of the time. I’m between here and the UK. I don’t celebrate Halloween, sorry to be a party-pooper there haha. When did music become more than a…
@skopemag news – friday – october 28, 2022 @ 8 am est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope [NEW MUSIC] plxntkid Shares New Track “all my friends” Ft. Lil Lotus “In this song I say, “All my friends wanna die, why?” – asking if it’s due to mental illness OR the antidepressants exacerbating the pain,” plxntkid states.…
Ashante P.T. Stokes, otherwise known as PTtheGospelSpitter, first forged his musical path as a hip-hop and R&B vocalist. The Atlanta, Georgia born singer/songwriter first experienced singing as a youth chanter in church and touring with his mother, a singer as well, as she toured the US and abroad with a gospel choir. PT, however, lived…
@skopemag news – thursday – october 27, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Dream Pop Duo Portland Announce Sophomore Album ‘Departures’ & Share New Single “Sensational” Today, Belgian dream pop duo Portland announce their sophomore album Departures (out March 17, 2023 through [PIAS] Recordings) and share the first single “Sensational”. Recorded in…
In sales, you don’t have long to build rapport with people or lure them into what you have to say. Charisma engages audiences quickly and authentically, making it impossible for them to walk away without buying what you’re selling. Najjah Calibur once excelled in sales, fully embodying those instinctive traits, but now he’s putting his…
It’s not uncommon for musicians to stick with a certain genre and sound across songs and productions, keeping consistent for audiences with a staple sound and aesthetic. However, creatives prefer to defy trends and make music across bounds. This shows versatility and provides a different listening experience that welcomes a wider array of listeners into…
ESSEA is an artist that possesses an impressive array of musical talents. The Norwegian artist brings a variety of genre infusing offerings to his musical works. Returning with a new EP entitled “Onomatopoeia” ESSEA steps things up a level on his latest body of work. Noticeably the first thing to take note of here is…
Since the September release of his music video, “Watershed,” David Arn has racked up an impressive 20K youtube views of the track. As the title track to his critically acclaimed 4th album, “Watershed” has also received more than 27K Spotify streams. Now, the international chart-topping folk/americana singer-songwriter has released a second video production from the…
@skopemag news – wednesday – october 26, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Out Today: Sobs share exuberant new album ‘Air Guitar’ Watch the music video for ASA 808 & DAEDE’s stunning Love No Matter What Pushing the boundaries of techno, house and bass elements, ASA 808 has made a name for…
@skopemag news – wednesday – october 26, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Introducing Tess Henley with “Joy Somewhere” ahead of ‘Paramount’ LP On this record she collaborated with Jesse Boykins III (Calvin Harris, Steve Lacy) to create a sonic picture of perspective. It’s a gorgeous mix of soul, RnB, and pop,…
Enamored with the endless creative possibilities of music, Chloe J has worked toward the goal of international stardom from an early age, belting out tunes as soon as she could speak. By age 5, she was already booking gigs all around Las Vegas, even singing a solo with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, Clint Holmes. As her confidence…
After missing 2020 and 2021, this year’s Glastonbury was slated to be different. Even during an average year there’s a palpable energy surrounding the festival—nonetheless a huge return after two years of radio silence. This year, the world’s largest green-field festival welcomed 175,000 people to the event. Aside from a jaw-dropping setlist, attendees were treated…
@skopemag news – tuesday – october 25, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Toronto Pop Singer JORDANA OF EARTH Tells You Only What You “Need To Know” In New Single Toronto-based Electro-pop R&B music sensation Jordana of Earth transports listeners with melancholy romance and light smoky vocals to tell a vulnerable tale…
Gifted with a remarkable voice that sits at the crossroads of soul and alternative pop, genre-bending artist NYA has been crafting multi-layered hits that touch on human existence in a refreshing new way. Based between Los Angeles, Paris, and Uruguay, the artist brings together an eclectic mix of sounds that resonate with audiences all over…
Canadian/Jamaican rapper Lan’do unveiled his first solo EP titled ‘Man Like Me’ on October 14th 2022. After starting No Tourists with other Toronto-based artists, the artist has been busy working on his own music and it’s going well for him! His debut single ’16 Bit’ released last June, has already garnered over 25k streams and…
The former professional basketball player has released the 90s-flavored “Crush On You.” Ash was born in Lebanon, raised in France and currently lives in Los Angeles. (LOS ANGELES, CA) — October 17, 2022 – Jen Ash is truly an international artist. The globe-trotting pop/soul singer-songwriter was born in Lebanon and raised in France. After a successful stint as…
Sugar Lime Blue is an energetic band that crosses genres and is not afraid to do so. The nucleus of Sugar Lime Blue are Ashley and Dave Beth and unfortunately they lost the founding member and bassist, Russ Dean, back in 2020. With a tough loss, Sugar Lime Blue is moving forward and staying strong…
Riding a new wave of popularity, iconic singer Engelbert Humperdinck surprises fans with a brand new single: ‘You’re The First, The Last, My Everything’. Music fans old and new have re-discovered one of England’s greatest singers of all time, Engelbert Humperdinck and are loving what they found. Thanks to massive awareness created by the use…
It’s rare to find a musician who successfully transcends musical borders and genres, Amin Homaei the Iranian-German singer, composer, pianist, and producer plays multiple instruments, including the piano. By exploring his own creativity by trial and error, he has created his own unique style that not only transcends genre but also borders themselves Born in…
@skopemag news – monday – october 24, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Out Now: SAN ROMAN announces new album ‘MESSY’ – shares new single “Julia” Alongside “Julia,” MESSY features previously released tracks “Rain Cloud,” “Messy” and “Stay Where You Are.” MESSY is a culmination of years of musical experience and a…
London based dark pop singer/songwriter Alice Jayne leads her vision from having overcome so much trauma and life experience that her songwriting and powerful heartfelt vocals say “Through pain and turmoil we are constantly bouncing back” https://www.instagram.com/___alicejayne___/ She is here to show people that freedom is your birthright and that “there is always light within…
@skopemag news – monday – october 24, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope French Space/fuzz/ambient/synth/post-everything/noise One-Man-Band L’Orchidée Cosmique streamed new single “La Corde Sensible” About 2 years after the official release of the EP ‘M87*’, French Space-Noise Ambient/Synth/Fuzz-Post-Everything one-man-band L’Orchidée Cosmique aka Flo P. (bass/fuzz/synth/looper) shared a brand new single called “La…
Ananda Xenia Shakti is a founding member of girl punk band, B-Girls. She has directed her latest music video, filmed in Toronto. Ananda Shakti TORONTO, ON CANADA –October 17, 2022 – Ananda Xenia Shakti is a prolific singer, musician and songwriter with national and international acclaim. With more than 120K Spotify streams and 45K Youtube views under…
Moody Bank$ is a Texas-based R&B artist hailing from the state of California. Her unique artistic approach has driven thousands of fans her way in a few years. As an indie musician, she’s been able to create smoky R&B pop music for many fans and work with many other talented musicians. However, none of her…
Adding to his already quite impressive catalog of albums and singles, Gungor has released the highly anticipated single I Forgive You. A collaborative effort featuring the elegant and sophisticated soprano vocals of Isa Ma. I Forgive You is a sleek offering as the softness and delicacy of the call and response style verses calmly and…
If it hadn’t been for Bach, would we have had modern sonatas? If not for Shakespeare, the question is to be or not to be for plays? Who knows who Greg Hoy would’ve become had his brother not significantly rearranged his brain chemistry with a set of headphones and Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” as…
“There’s a certain type of crazy that will always keep us sane,” Toby Hitchcock sings in the second verse of “All That’s Mine To Give,” the latest single from the legendary songwriter Jim Peterik. They mean the madness that all lovers share — the faith that they’re worthy of affection, the magic won’t fade, and…
Piercing but hardly colorless, the immeasurable strength with which the opening squeal of the guitar in “Kaleidoscope” starts up is intimidating and tone-setting, but it’s representative of a small dose of what Young Lions came to do in 2022. With rock n’ roll’s reputation in total and complete shambles, the legacy of its gods has…
His acclaimed album “My Guitar Drips Country” earns Lynch his third AWA Award. (FORT WORTH, TX) – Hot on the heels of his latest single release, a duet with Katelyn Adams, traditional country artist Richard Lynch has won Pure Country Album of the Year at the 26th Academy of Western Artists Awards. The award-winning album, “My Guitar Drips Country”…
If you really want to put on a show, you can’t be afraid to go over the top. Pound the drums as hard as possible, make the six-string squeal, and write about big emotions in bold, colorful language. If you’re going to sing, you’ve got to make sure everybody can hear you. That’s never been…
@skopemag news – saturday – october 22, 2022 @ 12 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope PARAVI RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR “ANGRY” – PARTNERS WITH HEADCOUNT TO PROVIDE VOTING RESOURCES Paravi has partnered with HeadCount, the non-profit, non-partisan voter registration organization, to provide fans who watch the music video with voting resources for the upcoming…
Atlanta, GA – 5750 JU, a 22-year-old artist from Atlanta, has made quite the name for himself in the short amount of time he’s been around. With his first few singles, 5750 JU has proved to be both versatile and talented as an artist as well as an entrepreneur with successful endeavors outside of his…
@skopemag news – friday – october 21, 2022 @ 5 pm est @skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Orange Sofa’s Sleepy Ghost Shares “Anywhere New” Orange Sofa is an internet-based lofi music collective established in early 2022 by a group of multi-instrumentalists, producers, and artists all with a singular goal of creating rich musical worlds that listeners…
