BRENT JOHNSON NEW SINGLE & RECORD DEAL Canadian label Justin Time Records announces the signing of New Orleans-based blues/rock guitarist Brent Johnson and will release his debut album, Set the World on Fire, on April 8. Johnson is backed on the new CD by his road-tested band of Bill Blok (bass, backing vocals), John Perkins…
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SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 19, 2014
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WIRE: YASMIN HAMDAN LP ON NPR Yasmine Hamdan’s Ya Nass (Crammed Discs) is an elegant, borderless stream of electro folk pop, with acoustic guitars, vintage synths, and spellbinding atmospheres. While Yasmine’s vocals are definitely connected to traditions of Arabic music, the structures and arrangements of the songs are very remote from its codes. The record…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 18, 2014
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WIRE: UNCICYCLE SINGLE ON SPIN Brooklyn’s Unicycle Loves You has announced the release of their fourth album The Dead Age, which will see a release on June 10th on Highwheel Records/Mecca Lecca, exactly six years to the day after the release of their debut album. The band has shared “Face Tattoo,” the first single from…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 17, 2014
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A-ALIKES VIDEO “THEY WATCHING” Revolutionary duo A-Alikes recently dropped the official video for “They Watching” from their Us Against Them EP directed and edited by Solace for Guerilla Nation and Buendia Productions. Surveillance footage blends with clips of gps tracking software and shots of everyday life in the black and white video, which makes their…
SKOPE NEWS FOR MARCH 14, 2014
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JIMMY PAGE REMASTERS FIRST 3 LED ZEPELLIN ALBUMS John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant came together in 1968 as Led Zeppelin. Over the next decade, the band would become one of the most influential, innovative and successful groups in modern music, selling more than 300 million albums worldwide. Their songs are…
Lemon Hill, EP
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Philadelphia based 3 piece band Lemon composes in an eclectic style borrowing from Folk-Pop-Rock music, combined with an Alt-Rock aesthetic. Their lyrics share a humor/self-deprecating sensibility. As a band they write of the mundane and the complex, and probably doesn’t understand everything but questions what they already know. This latest 2 track demo entitled Lemon…
The Crawdaddies, Live From the Road
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The Crawdaddies are going to claw their way to the top by offering up one incredible groove! The catchy, Crawdaddy sound will head straight to your bones and make you shake, rattle & roll! Prepare yourself for a style of music that merges together elements of: Rock, Blues, Cajun, Zydeco, Ska, Roots, Jazz…
Wayne William, The Parade
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Wayne William has a friendly yet soulful voice that stands out with depth and near perfect pitch. He’s a singer/songwriter as well as live performer whose Maltese heritage makes his appearance also stand out in a crowd. He began singing professionally at just 13. He’s also a music producer so he’s what the music biz…
Sunshine Riot, A Fresh Bottle and A Brand New Day
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Sunshine Riot is a breath of fresh for alot of us who just can’t wait for this harsh winter to be over. Maybe it’s a bit naive of me to put it like this, but the group’s mission is definitely clear. They’ve been described as Johnny Cash meets Curt Cobain and their relentless touring across…
Jacob Lathan, Midnight Train
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Who doesn’t like Singer-Songwriter music? I’d all hands go up in the air. I mean, while Singer-Songwriter, which by the way kind of emerged in the late 60’s and 70’s with the arrival of artists like Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens, Elton John, Jim Croce and Billy Joel they represented a close and personal artistic snapshot…
Sons of the Radio, The Delicate Machinery
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There’s a real sense of cathartic musical independence here via this latest work from Baltimore based musical four-some Sons of the Radio lead by front man Matt Gomez. While everything here on this latest CD is shall I say exceptionally entertaining it also manages to cover a pretty wide range of musical styles as well.…
Edo Castro – Sacred Graffiti
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This CD occupies the territory between fusion and progressive rock. However you slice it, though, this is quite a strong disc. Edo Castro plays bass, so one might expect this to be a bass heavy release. That’s not really true. Sure, the bass does shine on several pieces, but it’s more of a group thing,…
Lisa Star feat. Charles Davis – Bare Essentials
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This is an incredible disc. Mind you, it’s an understated release featuring just the jazz guitar of Charles Davis and the dreamy vocals of Lisa Star. It’s also incredibly beautiful. The format never gets old and there are some truly exceptional moments here. PASSION STAR RECORDS: http://www.passionstarmusic.com/lisa-star.html The disc opens with “On a Clear Day…
David Park, Until I’m Done
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Swedish singer/songwriter David Park is a hot up and comer based primary in the Swedish midlands. His unique music is steeped in Rock, Blues, Bluegrass to Rockabilly. His latest CD “Until I’m Done” embraces the rich heritage of all of the above genres, while holding his own within his deep and versatile voice and exuberant…
BOY GEORGE CONFIRMS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR FOR APRIL
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Legendary artist Boy George has confirmed today that he will be embarking on an 8 date North American tour this April in continual support of his brand new studio full-length ‘This Is What I Do’. This highly anticipated tour will commence on the east coast at Philadelphia’s Theater of the Living Arts, and will make…
WIRE: NEW SINGLE BY THALIA ZEDEK
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Thalia Zedek is one of the great unique voices of the past three decades: from the overtly aggressive no-wave of her stint in Live Skull to the blues inflected indie rock of Come to her monumental solo career she has consistently subverted expectations and forged her own path regardless of industry trends and cycles. Her…
SPIRIT KID POSTS “PLAYING CUPID”
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Spirit Kid is the musical moniker of songwriter Emeen Zarookian, backed by members of Boston bands Babydriver and Bent Shapes. Started in the mid-2000s as a solo project, Spirit Kid was officially formed in 2010 with the release of his debut self-titled album on the RPL Audio imprint. The Boston based indie-pop band has since…
Steve McNaughton, Eagles Aloft
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“Cross Country” is the first track from the new album by Steve McNaughton titled Eagles Aloft. Bluegrass is the first thing that comes to mind, Americana with roots in Country. The players are top notch and the production is perfect for jukeboxes in pubs all across the beltway. “One More Shot” steps things up a…
Christina Rubino, Alive from the Scrapheap
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Usually when someone’s life changes in seven seconds, it’s something bad, like a horrific accident. Not so for Brooklyn native Christina Rubino, a former teenage couch-loafer and TV addict, whose destiny was forever altered when she observed a “seven-second snippet of music.” This particular snippet belonged to Janis Joplin’s “Piece of My Heart,” which played…
THE PRESETS POST “GOODBYE FUTURE”
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Australian duo The Presets return with their new single “Goodbye Future,” a direct, electric and euphoric track that is a lighting bolt to the system. It’s the first of a series of singles for The Presets across the coming year. The Presets will also be releasing a remix package of “Goodbye Future” featuring Worldlife, Aston…
Stefan Albert, Mäander
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Get ready for some acoustic guitar playing at its finest on Stefan Albert’s new release titled ‘Mäander’. Albert will show you how it’s supposed to be done when making a fine-tuned, instrumental record. The album plays out like a bio chronicling Stefan’s long career as a music teacher, musician & performer. Referred…
FRANK TURNER RELEASES NEW EP + NEW VIDEO
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U.K. singer/songwriter FRANK TURNER releases a new EP Polaroid Picture today, February 4, 2014 on Xtra Mile Recordings/ Interscope Records. The EP, available for digital download via digital streaming services, features five songs including the lead track “Polaroid Picture” and a new track entitled “Sweet Albion Blues.” Check out the video for “Polaroid Picture”…
STOLI HOSTS A TRUE MUSIC VISIONARY LES FRADKIN
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Hello people of the world, hope you are well. Before we begin I want to congratulate Bruno Mars. Bruno Mars made history Sunday night with the most watched SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW with a record breaking 115.3 million viewers. That figure surpasses the 110.8 million delivered by Beyonce last year and the prior record of…
DELTRON 3030 ANNOUNCES SPRING TOUR
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Deltron 3030 is touring this spring in support of their latest release Deltron 3030: Event II, out now on Bulk Recordings. The southern tour will begin in Scottsdale at Pub Rock on March 22nd and wrap up in Ft. Lauderdale at Culture Room on April 3rd. Juan Alderete, known for his work in The Mars…
Sharp Practise, Steal With Pride
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Formed in 1999, Sharp Practise is a rock band from the U.K. that has been around the global block, appearing on TV screens from Australia to Canada, along with providing music for such bigwig companies as Fila. Viewing their studio as an instrument in its own right, Sharp Practise takes a rather scientific approach to…
Paul Meadow, Frozen Christmas Radio Train
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Paul Meadow is one of those singular composers band out of Brooklyn, New York who just released his latest EP entitled Frozen Christmas Radio Train in late 2013. Meadow presents an original blender of sound mixing bands like Psychedelic Furs, Love and Rockets, R.E.M, Brian Eno, David Sylvian and Divine Fits. On this EP expect…
Andy Ferrell, I Was Born
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Americana singer/songwriter Andy Ferrell is an emerging artist from North Carolina. His debut “I Was Born” is a culmination of traditional roots, country and folk and owes a debt to Andy’s idol and musical mentor Doc Watson. The e.p. kicks things off with “On The Road” which is a tale of his travels overseas to…
WIRE: ROLLING STONE PREMIERES JOHN THE CONQUEROR’S NEW SONG
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“I’m a blues man; all I got are stories,” admits John The Conqueror’s singer-songwriter Pierre Moore. And not unlike many blues greats before him, the stories that fill out the Philly-based trio’s second full-length studio effort, The Good Life, are based on Moore’s own personal experiences that span from his Mississippi youth to his current…
MATT SCHOFIELD, FAR AS I CAN SEE
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The English blues guitarist/songwriter has gained popularity as an artist throughout the world, and with his fifth studio release keeps the trend going. As most of the legendary English guitarists grew up on the blues, you don’t run across many newer younger entries into the blues category. Matt has his own version of…
SEVENTRAIN ANNOUNCE CD RELEASE DATE
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Blues-based metal act SEVENTRAIN featuring vocalist Jon Campos (Dive Bomber), guitarist Eric Horton (Cage), guitarist Jef Poremba (6ONE9, Kofi Baker), bassist Steve (Dino) Andino (Tourniquet) and drummer Joel Maitoza (24-7 Spyz) will release their self-titled debut album on So Cal Records/Alliance Entertainment on February 18th, 2014. The album is currently available for pre-order on iTunes…
JANUARY – APRIL 2014 ARTISTS TO WATCH (A2W)
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Welcome to another amazing month of music from the incredible musicians that make up the Sonicbids.com community. We have chose a select group of amazing musicians that will be speaking directly to the Skope readers. As always we encourage readers to dig deeper and check out their EPK’s. …
JIM ALLCHIN REMINDS STOLI TO KEEP DOING WHAT YOU LOVE ONE DAY AT A TIME
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Hello to everyone all over the world today. We are back at it in 2014 and it feels good. Before we begin I would like to commend Bruno Mars on his Super Bowl haltime show and the fact he chose the Red Hot Chili Peppers to join him is simply awesome. Now if we can…
CHARLIE DANE RELEASES HER NEW SINGLE “THIS ONE” ON ITUNES
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Musician and songwriter Charlie Dane announced today that her new single “This One” is now available on iTunes by following the link here: http://paltip.com/skopeing/!34k09 The song, which was once again produced by Don Chaffin (The Doors, Foreigner, Vanilla Fudge) at his DCity Studios, is a radio ready anthem that showcases the powerhouse pipes and songwriting…
LOS BEANS POST “CARNAL CONSTANT”
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All Houston natives, The Beans sprouted from a fortuitous friendship. Drummer Brendan Hall, who, after completing his college coursework in December 2010, called together mutual friends, Sam Griffin (vocals), Christian Galatoire (guitar), and Daniel Taylor (bass), for an informal jam session with the hopes of forming a sophisticated, crude rock ‘n roll band. Hall’s…
Bigg Redd, Do You Qualify
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Do You Qualify is the latest album available by Lake Charles, Louisiana based Bigg Redd and his red hot Creole Soul sound. First a bit about Bigg Redd: Josef “Bigg Redd” Arline grew up in Hillister, Texas about 45 minutes North of Beaumont, TX and 45 minutes West of Louisiana. Like many vocalists and performers…
Third International, IDES
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The politically & socially-conscious unit Third International is back with their first ever live production titled ‘IDES’. Fronted by songsmith Andrew Pearson, the new release features four songs along with an “Intro” (“Criminal Cool”) & outro theme (“Letter to a Muse”). ‘IDES’ was filmed and recorded on March 15th, 2013 at Pearson’s newly…
The Black Moods, The Black Moods
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Over the years we’ve seen rock, pop, and even hard rock slowly erode into over-commercialized, corporate puppet shows providing music that is extremely sing songy, predictable, popish and highly corporate. I hereby call this new breed of music “Poser Rock” and I want to personally thank all the corporate giants for successfully transforming “Sex Drugs…
Make Rocket Go, Self Titled
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While it is true many feel the music industry is in disarray it’s always a breath of fresh air to hear a new band or artist that’s not afraid to take chances with their musical expression. With 4 piece band from Springfield. MO. Make Rocket Go’s latest self titled musical offering Circus, it’s clear to…
THE RED SANDS POPULARIZING ALTERNATIVE ROCK IN TORONTO
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The Red Sands, an emerging alternative / modern rock band has gained ground in Toronto and is spreading their wings throughout Canada. This ‘red hot’ band with its four talented lads Scott, Jay, Angelo, and Ben are beginning to put originals together and create a change. The band hits the stage with a diverse…
AMIGO TO RELEASE DEBUT ON FEBRUARY 18, 2014
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Carlisle Beauregard Records proudly presents Might Could, the full-length debut album from the Charlotte, NC-based trio AMIGO scheduled to be released on February 18, 2014. AMIGO consists of band members Slade Baird (guitar,vocals), Adam Phillips (drums, vocals) and Craig Lentz (bass guitar). The 11 original tracks are a masterful blend of Americana, blues, honky-tonk and…
