Karen Mansfield sings with a dreamy tenderness on the lilting gorgeous color of “Thistle + Boon”. Full of heart and soul, Karen Mansfield brings together elements of country, chamber pop, with a rock-oriented style to it. Best of all are Karen Mansfield’s thoughtful lyricism delivered with the utmost of ease. Everything is executed with such…
EMILY JAMES SHARES ‘NOBODY’S BABY’ Today, February 2nd, 2018, LA based singer-songwriter, Emily James, shares “Nobody’s Baby,” the third single from her highly anticipated debut album, Til the Morning. “Nobody’s Baby” follows the release of both “Lion’s Den” and “If Walls Could Talk” and reveals a refreshing, bold side to Emily. LUNA Shares Her Dark…
MILE MARKER ZERO Debut First Single “The Architect” from upcoming album “The Fifth Row” Progressive rock group MILE MARKER ZERO formed in 2005 when brothers Dave (vocals) and Doug (drums) alongside childhood friend Mark (keys) connected with John (guitars) while studying music at Western Connecticut State University. Following the release of their debut full-length, the…
RatRod go for a wild, unhinged, manic sort of energy with the careening “Do You Remember Rock and Roll”. An attitude of defiance dominates over the course of “Do You Remember Rock and Roll”. Comparisons to AC/DC feel somewhat inevitable for they go for a visceral, full-bodied style. The tremendous swagger of the album works…
WHITNEY ROSE SHARES NEW VIDEO FOR “CAN’T STOP SHAKIN’” “Can’t Stop Shakin’” features three of Austin’s go-to entertainers: Frostine Shake, a ballerina with a message that ‘Every Body is a Dancer’s Body’ (featured in Buzzfeed and Cosmopolitan, to name a few), burlesque sensation Ruby Joule and singer/dancer Jolie Goodnight. “Can’t Stop Shakin’” was directed by…
Kathryn Shipley sings with a tremendous bluesy spirit on the soulful “Take My Hand (Lead Me Through This Life)”. Lyrics come to define the entirety of the piece. With a strong emphasis on the power of faith Kathryn Shipley sings from a lifetime of experience. Further emphasizing this strength and power comes from the gorgeous…
Mike Skinner has dropped another new track today, ‘If You Ever Need To Talk I’m Here’, following the release of ‘Burn Bridges’ and ‘Sometimes I Hate My Friends More Than My Enemies’ at the end of last year. The new music precedes the forthcoming sold-out tour “The Darker The Shadow The Brighter The Light”, which…
We are so excited to have a Boston native on here today. We have the wonderful Monahlyan and her new single ‘Tell Me.’ We are so excited to have her on here as we talk about her new single, growing up in Boston, streaming music, and so much more! Stoli: Where are we talking from…
Seminal hard rock outfit SOiL has had a rollercoaster of a career. Coming into the music scene in the late 90’s and rocking through 20 years of the music world, this band has seen and done it all. 6 studio albums, tens-of-millions of Spotify streams, over 2 million record sales, and endless tours around the…
POPPY’S LONG-AWAITED TV PILOT, “I’M POPPY,” Poppy’s long-awaited TV pilot, “I’m Poppy,” is available NOW on YouTube Red HERE. I’m Poppy premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival on Tuesday, January 23rd, as part of their “Indie Episodic” section. Thirty Seconds to Mars “Dangerous Night” New Single Out Now As they gear up for the…
Frank Piombo embarks on a gorgeous journey with the stellar “Keep It Movin’”. Little details make a big difference, from the leisurely bass lines to the playful flute that weaves its way into the mix. Disco, funk, with a distinctly 70s pop style, the eclectic approach works wonders. A clear-eyed determination rests at the heart…
With true grace and style, the Paula Boggs Band goes for a 70s-classic cool with “Benediction”. Nicely balancing pop, blues, and jazz into a satisfying whole, her voice carries the song with incredible ease. Outright infectious the riffs feel downright satisfying as they burst with tremendous energy. A little bit of country comes into the…
Jon Worthy embraces a bright sunny indie rock sound with “Only a Dream”. Full of fire and passion the songs possess a summery disposition to them. Optimistic to its very core, at times Jon Worthy’s casual cool and glimmering grooves recall the work of Spoon. Lyrics have a mellowed poetic quality to them, for his…
Cunning Gutter-Blues Trio, Vulpine Smile, Release Seething New Single Psychedelic blues unsettlers, Vulpine Smile return with their new single, The Way It Flows, every bit as creepily intoxicating as their fans will be anticipating. Taking their cue from old Delta blues, Vulpine Smile build on these primal building blocks and add a grindingly filthy layer…
Anenon collaborates with dancer Brittany Bailey in “Pure” video Today marks the release of the head-turning collaborative video from mercurial Los Angeles artist/composer/producer/multi-instrumentalist Anenon. The video for “Pure” — one of the most adventurous tracks from the forthcoming Tongue LP out 2/9 on Friends of Friends — features elegantly framed interpretive dance from dance artist…
Caroline Watkins Awarded 2017-18 Miranda Lambert ‘Women Creators’ Scholarship Nashville native and a sophomore in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business, Caroline Watkins, was recently selected as the second recipient of the ‘Women Creators’ scholarship, established in 2015 by reigning Academy of Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year Miranda Lambert. The…
Watch Now: Wiz Khalifa Releases New Video For “Letterman” Wiz Khalifa released the video for his single “Letterman” today. “Letterman” comes off of his new mixtape, LAUGH NOW, FLY LATER, released in November. ATHANASIA Release New Lyric Video for “Cyclops Lord (My Will Is Done)” Los Angeles-based trio ATHANASIA blend classic thrash, power and black…
EVANESCENCE TO EMBARK ON SYNTHESIS LIVE AUS TOUR NEXT MONTH Two-time GRAMMY award-winners Evanescence will next month embark on their epic Australian east coast tour, Synthesis Live With Orchestras, to celebrate their triumphant fourth studio album, Synthesis. The hotly anticipated tour will kick off in Brisbane, however due to scheduling requirements, this show with the…
Marc White’s story is proof positive it pays to hold onto your dreams. Life has tossed a number of obstacles in his way towards pursuing a musical career, even as a sideline, but his passion for singing has remained with him deep into life and hasn’t dimmed a fraction. His journey to his debut single,…
Eternal Void releases inspiring track There comes a point in everyone’s life when things can get too tough and we need the support of others to make it through. Supporters can offer guidance and overwhelming times can also teach us that we are stronger than we think. Eternal Void used those life experiences as the…
Matthew Carroll sings with a fiery passion on the lovely lyricism of “Left To Burn”. Narratives, vignettes of relationships, all of these come into view throughout the album. Attention to detail means these sounds radiate with a tremendous amount of life. By opting for such an all-encompassing style, it is easy to get lost in…
Rev Peter Unger places his faith in a higher power with the tender spirituality of “Lord Guide Me Home”. Arrangements perfectly match Rev Peter Unger’s gentle vocals. The pastoral quality of the track works wonders as it draws from a wide variety of styles, going from a bluesy tenor to a little bit of folk…
Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News Meyhem Lauren & DJ Muggs share psychedelic video Queens rapper Meyhem Lauren and LA producer DJ Muggs share a new psychedelic video for “151” from their acclaimed collaborative album Gems From The Equinox. Shot in NY and LA, this is a futuristic trip aesthetically rooted in classic rap…
Greg Harrison Band chooses a confident take on classic rock with the playful “As Long As We’re Dancin’”. With an impressive display of songwriting chops and ear for melody, the Greg Harrison Band creates a warm welcoming world. Rich and luxurious the sound is easy to get lost in, from the soaring organ swells to…
What makes a true artist? Years of training can build skills, but there’s an unbridled passion and love for the craft that will make the most dedicated stand out. Natalise Kalea began her musical journey at a young age (she played piano at age three, began dance lessons at seven, and joined her church choir…
MOHA Releases New Single “COLD FEET” To close out 2017, Senegalese-American artist, Moha, debuted the first piece of upcoming artist album FIT. Having already hit over 100,000 plays on Spotify alone since it’s October 2017 the single, “A-Side,” established the feel of the album that is the culmination of Moha’s multi-instrumentation back ground combining organic…
“So excited to be on American Idol 2018! I look forward to your continued love, support and feedback! I am going to need every ounce of good vibes I can get! And thank you for continuing to listen to my debut “Kissed by An Angel EP” ! My journey as an Independent Artist continues thanks…
Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News Denny White Single ‘Torn Up’ New single from charting writer/producer Denny White, entitled ‘Torn Up’ which was just premiered via Earmilk. Featuring White’s soulful vocals over layered melodic synths, driving sampled beats and futuristic textures, the track is set to be a smash hit for 2018. Having toured…
Kody Nielson – New Single ‘Bic’s Birthday’ and Forthcoming Album Kody Nielson has just unveiled the first single from his forthcoming album Birthday Suite. The single is called Bic’s Birthday. Appropriately, it is released on Bic Runga’s birthday, 13th of January. That’s today. Happy Birthday Bic! The Birthday Suite album is due out on May…
Prog Ensemble Tautologic Releases “Re:Psychle” An Album of Songs About Chicago Based in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Tautologic bandleader Ethan Sellers is an alumni of the University of Chicago. Written within blocks of the University and the Obama mansion, Sellers’ songs for Re:Psychle document people he has met around the Chicago area. Addiction…
Reach The World & Advertise @skopemag News VANCE JOY UNVEILS NATION OF TWO, OUT FEBRUARY 23RD On the heels of his Rolling Stone Australia cover story, Vance Joy has revealed a release date of February 23 for his long-awaited second album, Nation of Two. The multi-platinum Australian singer/songwriter has also unveiled the album’s cover art…
Video: Yung Tory – “Drink Alone” Bringing a distinctive melodic sensibility to trap music, Yung Tory is a name to watch out for in 2018. Serving up a mournful, warbling, trap ballad, Yung Tory grieves for the end of a relationship on “Drink Alone.” Despairing over liquid keys and skittering hi-hats, Tory bemoans is newly…
Having surpassed their goal following a successful PledgeMusic Campaign, the Billy Walton Band are getting ready to unleash their newest LP “Soul of a Man” this January! As they wrap up the remaining U.S. Tour dates before heading across the pond performing in the U.K. through the start of the year along with stops in…
Dr. C & The Gris Gris nicely blend together the blues, garage rock, and country into a satisfying whole on “Graveyard Dog”. With a literal shaggy dog approach the song’s hazy dazed atmosphere works wonders. Lyrics have a playful quality to them. Proving to be more than qualified storytellers everything comes together creating a compelling…
Phoenix, AZ’s Jane N’ The Jungle have begun paving their own road in 2017. Their eclectic fusion of 90’s alternative and modern rock has been showcased in a recent string of alt-radio hits. Just this year, we have had the honor of promoting singles like “Killed Someone” and “Faded Stars”. Their new barebones ballad, “One…
Theo Czuk has sported a number of identities during his life but artist remains among the most abiding. Czuk pursues self-expression through time-tested forms such as poetry, fiction, and songwriting, but even a cursory examination of his biography and the experiences he delineates through his work reveals a exploratory soul whose life likely stands as…
LA Weekly’s former movie critic, April Wolfe, runs your new favorite podcast Switchblade Sisters is a podcast providing deep cuts on genre flicks from a female perspective. Every week, film critic April Wolfe sits down with a phenomenal female film-maker to slice-and-dice a classic genre movie – horror, exploitation, sci-fi and many others! Along the…
They made their “bones” on stage many eons ago, and lived like kings – then disbanded in 1984. So why after 40 years did this LA rocker band just record their first and only album? From sunny California, “A La Carte” came together in 1976 when band leader/drummer Brian O’Brian and bassist Craig Miller decided to form a unique kind of group. They were kids fresh out of high school – so…
Theo Czuk has sported a number of identities during his life but artist remains among the most abiding. Czuk pursues self-expression through time-tested forms such as poetry, fiction, and songwriting, but even a cursory examination of his biography and the experiences he delineates through his work reveals a exploratory soul whose life likely stands as…
The FADER Reveals Listmania 2017 For over a decade The FADER has published annual, definitive, year-end mega-list LISTMANIA, highlighting the best and worst of music, culture, and the internet. This year’s LISTMANIA is the biggest yet, celebrating the highs and lows of 2017 with lists including reasons to support Cardi B 2020, problematic faves that…
