REVIEWS

Esse Quam Videri’s “One Way Up” effortlessly blends the best of old and new folk. Grandiose in tone the pieces […]

Hannah Ayrault, like many young men and women before and after her, has planted her flag in Music City U.S.A.,

Jillian Kohr’s “Free” is an impeccable ode to living life on one’s own terms. Defiant at times Jillian Kohr creates

The Love Load is a rock/metal/punk band from Washington D.C. consisting of just three enthusiasts: Ted Watts (bass, vocals), Ben

Tyler Colt’s “Back To The Start” is a perfect kind of pop. With carefully crafted lyrics and a catchy melody

Jack the Radio’s “Badlands” deserves to be blasted as loud as possible. Packed to the brim with intricate arrangements Jack

Sung straight from the heart Small Town Sound’s “For Mama EP” is Americana at its absolute best. Lyrically these songs

Esco Santerio was a prophet. He foretold of a day when two young men embark on a quest for musical

Canadian singer/songwriter Claudia Norris has been writing her own tunes since the age of 14 and singing since she was

Chicago native and Berklee School of Music graduate Josh Phillips may have a stellar musical pedigree, but his EP release

The Bongo Boy Rock N’ Roll TV Show is proud to present the latest episode in their Rock N’ Roll

‘Mr. Midi Guitar’ himself, Les Fradkin, brings to you a hot off the press album that’s like nothing you’ve ever

Not too much debate about the world-region you’d find Jake Aldridge in after hearing the infamous UK-accent as he starts

“Angels Are Found” shows off Rev Peter Unger’s celebration of the everyday heroes. His lyrics focus on those who make

The first single by Malaysian vocal quintet “Voice of Men”. Track called “This Is My War” held the number 1

“4PACK ENT. Presents. MACKronyms” is a collection delivered with a sense of urgency. With lyrics that describe in vivid detail,

Naomi K is an Australian, Dutch transport now living in Los Angeles, showing America what she has to offer with

Champ de Mars is a group founded by singer-songwriter David Emerick, who has been an active front-man of various alternative

Catharsis. It’s a word bandied around in artistic circles when attempting to describe the personal nature of specific works. Bob

Sarantos captures joy and passion on “Valentine’s Day”. Irresistibly catchy the song’s melody is an absolute pleasure. A wonderful hook

Alright…here’s what I don’t expect at any given point in time; to like a song with a title calling it

The Morning Sea’s “Mal de Mer” is a triumphant album. Everything works: from the intricate arrangements to the highly articulate

Reflectivore is from Duluth Minnesota. Formed by Allen Cragin and Ryan Rusch and recorded at Rusch’s The Weight Room (studio)

Ahmed El-Motassem’s “This Great Embarrassment of Being!” showcases a unique voice in the musical universe. With highly articulate, thought provoking

More than impressed with what Jesse’s doing here on his latest EP Primal Scream. Dude is a hell of a

Jennifer Hope’s “Bring Me To Life” is a defiant triumphant song. Sounding akin to a lovely mixture of the Cocteau

Art Folk. I like that term. I like how it fits the music of Oakes & Smith…from what I can

Airy Jeanine’s “Do You” is a perfect pop song dedicated to unrequited love. Backed by crisp percussion the song positively

Chris Lind has become a driving force in the New York City music scene. “A dazzling singer-songwriter a la Jeff

Boston-based alternative pop band The Wild Waiting has released a debut EP, Stay Gold, capable of reminding you there are

An Elegy for the Lost City by Johnny Goldstein is an ebook that uniquely doubles as a soundtrack. It marks

I had the chance to interview Pat Baer back in August, (http://skopemag.com/2015/08/07/moving-two-steps-forward-into-the-right-direction-with-pat-baer), and I knew then that she was an

Ray Andersen, better known as Mr. Ray, is an accomplished musician who has had much success in the area of

With strong passionate vocals embodying a sense of hope, Dom Mar Kz’s “When It’s Tough To Be You” is a

Dr Compressor creates dark downtempo on the shadowy “Doctor’s Orders”. Spacious with its elaborate sound Dr Compressor weaves in a

Based out of Long Island, NY, Gnarly Karma is a memorable four piece rock/fusion band quickly making a formidable reputation

Sweet Honey in the Rock has a long, illustrious history as one of music’s preeminent performing entities. The six piece

Robert Nash creates a compelling environment on the expressive and lovely “The Ghost of Your Old Love”. Conjuring up images