The very first thing that comes to mind when I hit play on this new record by Joe Hodgson is that he’s not too shabby at all on guitar. Actually, Joe is one hell of a guitarist who is able to capture your attention simply by strumming those strings. I’m shocked that this is a…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Perth’s Big Orange unleashes debut album An Ode To Odious Big Orange put themselves out there wholeheartedly, presenting their debut album, An Ode To Odious. Releasing this eight track collection of alt-rock as we head into summer, Big Orange are giving fans an album that will uplift and rouse – it’s…
Eleanor Meegan is a young, vibrant Adelaide based singer-songwriter and performer. At age 19, Eleanor has already built a strong reputation in the Australian music scene. Eleanor is not only a lyrical genius but a diy powerhouse by producing, mixing and mastering her own tracks. Growing up, Eleanor was immersed in a variety of musical…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope (WATCH) Dylan Jakobsen Releases Official Music Video for “Beautiful” The official music video was directed and created by Matt Bacnis at Classic 77 Creative Co. He’s already been named One to Watch by Taste of Country, The Boot & Sounds Like Nashville. Now coming off (2) Top 40 Billboard Indicator and…
Sons of Jersey hold nothing back on the bluesy fire of “Don’t Let Nobody Turn You Around”. Volume deserves to be blasted for theirs is a physical sound. From the insistent hit of the drum to the power of the guitar riffs racing on through it all works. Dollops of distortion help to further shape…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope OUT TODAY: AMBIENT MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST VEINMELTER RELEASES DEBUT EP “STILL IN THE AIR” Veinmelter releases his debut EP Still In The Air. A new adventure for mulit-instrumentalist Winston Harrison, he creates a sound that evokes the dreamy landscapes pulled out of a Haruki Murakami novel and writes the kind of songs he…
Mimah is the up and coming rapper-singer hybrid bursting onto the scene this year with her recent EP ‘Panacea.’ Named after the Greek goddess of universal remedy, Mimah’s EP is setting out to be the antidote to all our mid-pandemic blues. Based in London, Mimah’s unrelenting attitude and self-assured nature is both infectious and inspiring,…
“The base is the link between harmony and rhythm. It is the foundation of a band. It is what all the other instruments stand upon, but it is rarely recognized as that”….Victor Wooden “The bass, no matter what kind of music you’re playing, it just enhances the sound and makes everything sound more beautiful and…
by Dr. Deni Carise, Chief Science Officer at Recovery Centers of America, https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/ Being in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD) entails many challenges. We may have mistakes to correct, relationships to repair, or come face-to-face with the widespread stigma surrounding SUD that sadly still exists. In addition, fun celebrations, so common during the…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope New Single ‘Planters Paradise’ Out Now Newcomers LOWLIFE Share Debut Single “WASTELAND” Comprised of Liam Haygarth, Nathan Mortimer, Harry Todd and Jordan Cardy (aka RAT BOY), Essex newcomers LOWLIFE have released their debut single “Wasteland.” “Wasteland” represents the culmination of their extensive influences and DIY ethos. It’s an explosive blend of…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Hollow Graves Deliver the Goods with “Far Out Summer” Hollow Graves keeps the fire burning with their arsenal of new material, all written in a live performance setting to capture the fervent energy of the band. “Far Out Summer” is a psych-inspired indie rock track with surf guitar and distant, echoing…
Award Winning Singer Songwriter Laura Cheadle has but one wish for the holidays – to lift her fans’ spirits and bring back the true meaning of Christmas. The self-proclaimed purveyor of positivity, has released a pair of seasonal songs and videos “Christmas In My Life” and “Red Ain’t Everything” (The Rudolph Blues) – available now…
Introducing “The Kamara Kidz”: Jahleel Kamara and Egypt Kamara! These young stars have exploded on the entertainment scene recently with high profile placements on television shows like POWER on Starz and in films such as FEVER, as a part of a segment on ABC NIGHTLINE, and in ads for WALMART, TARGET, GAP and so many…
Today, the Nashville-based, UK-born duo Ida Mae have released their new single “Deep River” from their upcoming Raining For You EP. The track features acclaimed artist Marcus King, who contributes a blistering guitar performance. Raining For You will be released on November 20th via Thirty Tigers. Stream “Deep River” https://orcd.co/deepriver “‘Deep River’ is the rowdy…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Slug Father shares new single “How Ya Feel” Brooklyn-based producer Slug Father makes a groovy return on his latest single “How Ya Feel” via Casablanca Sunset Records. “How Ya Feel” kicks off with a lively bass line complemented by funky club rhythm, bright groovy guitar chords and rhythmic dance textures. The…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Tigers On Opium and Skulldozer Members Cover Melvins to Benefit Don’t Shoot PDX Community outreach and donation is a great way to get involved in positively affecting the people around us. In the spirit of raising awareness, Tigers On Opium collaborated with members of Skulldozer to cover Melvin’s “Hooch” and make…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Rah Swish and Dream Doll Connect for a NSFW NYC Jam With a bold New York attitude and a booming basso voice, Rah Swish is carrying the flame for Canarsie hip-hop. Recruiting Bronx emcee Dream Doll for a sex positive banger, Rah shares “Watchu Like,” his new single. Riding a beat…
Riddled with more molten-hot melodicism than anyone who follows their scene would expect to hear this season, there’s no describing the new album From the Headache to the Heartache by The Confusionaires without using terms like ‘fiery’ and ‘intense.’ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/confusionaires/ Attacking us with unrelenting guitar violence in “I Ain’t Goin’ Home With You,” “Side Dish,” lead…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Leif Vollebekk (Polaris Prize nominee, Secret City Records, KCRW) | Shares new single “Long Blue Light” Vollebekk has drawn critical acclaim in his time as a musician from the likes of The New York Times (“pensive and restless, blossoming with stream-of-consciousness verses that bear the marks of long nights spent alone…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Milan based GIUNGLA shares new alt-pop single ‘Walk On The Ceiling’ via Factory Flaws GIUNGLA is the project of Milan based artist Ema Drei. ‘Giungla’ means ‘jungle’ in Italian and it’s in this sort of tangled-happy-place, where Ema’s minimal pop songs come alive with in your face attitude. New single, ‘Walk…
It’s been a good year for bluegrass fans all-around, but if you’re particularly interested in the independent beat the genre has to offer, 2020 has been a watershed of epic proportions. Faces both old and new have been coming out of the woodwork and toppling some of the high bars set by their competitors in…
Tom Tikka & The Missing Hubcap sings a song of fire and passion on the deeply felt “Just Like Xmas (Love Is War)”. Keeping things to the essentials his lyricism has a poetry to it sprawling out into beautiful illusions. Intimate to its very core he lets the guitar sing alongside him, going for an…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope JC STEWART DROPS DEBUT EP ‘WHEN THE LIGHT HITS THE ROOM’ FEATURING THE NEW SINGLE ‘REST OF MY LIFE’ JC Stewart’s collab with 220 Kid, ‘Too Many Nights’, has kept the young artist’s profile riding high as he looks set to become one of 2021’s biggest breakthrough artists. Now JC shares…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Deau Eyes Responds to the Greed and Gluttony of American Culture with “Haven’t You Had Quite Enough” Video Deau Eyes, aka Richmond, VA-based artist Ali Thibodeau, has returned with an evocative new music video and single, “Haven’t You Had Quite Enough.” Arriving ahead of today’s pivotal election, “Haven’t You Had Quite…
D2UR captures the emotional toll of the pandemic on the lives of millions with “Slippin Away”. Sung with such earnestness the way that the track incorporates such a wide swath of styles feels outright gorgeous. Country rock, the blues, and pop blend together into a singular whole. By far the true heart of the piece…
A pure shot of adrenaline, the Little Wretches’ “The Ballad of Johnny Blowtorch (Ambridge Version)” races forward at a blistering pace. The volume demands to be played at maximum volume for it is an intense piece. Sounding like an instant classic the production has a flawless, gritty take to it which accurately captures its visceral…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope The Audible Doctor – “rx0.010” [EP] Avoiding predictability, The Audible Doctor releases a horror movie sample themed instrumental EP “rx0.010” on Hallows Day, where the veil between this world and the next is at it’s thinnest. Volume 10 of 12. If you missed his new radio show and live beat-making episodes.…
Ashleigh Still delivers a deeply felt message on the defiant “Not Fuckin’ Around”. From the gentle grace of the guitar to the slight nods to dub, there is a quiet celebratory triumph that radiates throughout. Bass perfectly lifts the sheer strength of her vocals emphasizing her carefully chosen lyricism. The pastoral ode of Lydia Liza’s…
Classic American country has always hidden a truckload of darkness and a whole lot of damage beneath its perfect harmonies and beautifully plucked chords. As musical descendents of the legends that put rockin’ country on the map, The Tennessee Werewolves have made a name kicking out high energy tunes about the low points in life.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope 156/SILENCE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “NO ANGEL” SharpTone Records’ newest signees, Pittsburgh’s breakout hardcore/metal band 156/SILENCE, have debuted a new single titled “No Angel” today. The track is found on the band’s forthcoming Deluxe Edition of their critically praised record “Irrational Pull,” that’s set for release on November 27th. Chicago’s King Von…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Jeremiah Fraites Teams Up With Paul Nicklen And SeaLegacy For Powerful “Maggie” Video The Lumineers co-founder, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jeremiah Fraites has teamed up acclaimed videographer/marine biologist Paul Nicklen for a powerful video set to his new single “Maggie.” In close collaboration with SeaLegacy, 21st-century storytellers that use cutting-edge media to…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Nation Beat Drops New Music Video For Title Track “The Royal Chase” The chase has been on for a longtime for drummer/percussionist extraordinaire Scott Kettner. With his collective Nation Beat, he has long explored the folkloric musical traditions of Brazil and Louisiana. That exploration of the shared history and culture of…
The Flip Flop Republic is more than a Tropical Rock Band. It’s a mindset and an escape in search of a good time. An excuse to give yourself a break and enjoy the moment. Their music will take you away to your favorite beach and their live show will make you want to move there…
So here we are again and we have another amazing guest here on @skopemag. He is Alex Price from Canada and he has his new single ‘Love in LA’ is getting real attention. We were so excited when Alex offered us a candid Q&A to let the @skopemag audience know what’s up with him. We…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Ulf Nilsson – New album out now! Ulf has signed with the record label Fifth Island Music and is now ready to release his second solo album ‘Make A Move’ TODAY (October 23rd). This album has been in the making for some years now, from early 2015 to late 2019. Three…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope A Story Told Release New Single/Video, “On and On” Following the band’s previous singles “Home for the Summer,” “Now Now Now,” and “Messed Around,” “On and On” is a high energy pop-punk track that sonically pays homage to the genre’s all time greats while providing a modern twist. ”We’re constantly seeking…
Confidence can make or break any album, and in Marc Miner’s debut offering Smile When You’re Wasted, it’s the catalyst for some of the record’s most profound moments, such as the otherwise poetically heart-wrenching “Nothing Good Bout the Way I Live” and uncompromisingly rocking “Border Town Bar.” Miner doesn’t want to run with any particular crowd…
“My world is love / My world is peace / My world is lovin’ me for me” croons a confident Linda Imperial in the swinging chorus of her new single “I Found Me,” currently out and digitally available everywhere smart indie blues-rock is sold and streamed. Imperial has built much of her extensive career off…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope Sanya N’Kanta Releases New Track “The Hard Lesson” Today, the Jamaican-born, Charlotte-based musician Sanya N’Kanta has shared his new song “The Hard Lesson.” The track is currently streaming on American Songwriter who calls it “An emotionally gripping song.” “The Hard Lesson” will be available on streaming services this Friday, October 23rd.…
@skopemag HQ – http://smarturl.it/skope ‘I’VE COME TO TELL YOU I’M GOING AWAY’ – Single Released: 16th October French /Australian music artist, producer, poet and video creator Benedict Sinister’s third single, “I’ve Come to Tell You I’m Going Away” was released on 16th October via the label Music For Sapiosexuals. The single, a translation of the…
