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…
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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…
Deborah Crooks, Little Bird
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Heady and emotive, the lyrical matter on Deborah Crooks’ new album Little Bird is the stuff of pertinent social issues, self-awareness and personal experience. Meanwhile the musicality is a fusion of multiple genre facets and styles, ranging from straightforward rock to funk sentimentality to contemplative folk elements. The 11-track LP wears all these facets on…
UNIQUE INDIE FOLK ROCK BAND ARE REVOLUTIONIZING LIVE MUSIC
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The unique Indie folk-rock-pop band Fierce Bad Rabbit is a breath of freshness into the industry’ live music scene. There are no 2 songs exactly the same and while styles maybe raw they are authentic. Fierce Bad Rabbit consists of a blend of musical styles with the common thread of being live all the…
STONE SOUR ANNOUNCE 2014 U.S. HEADLINE TOUR
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Acclaimed Iowa rockers Stone Sour have unveiled details for their first headlining U.S. tour of 2014. The cross-country trek will kick off on January 14th at the House of Blues in Lake Buena Vista, FL and continue into mid-February. Tickets for all dates are currently on sale, with Pop Evil as support. For more…
Down Home Band, Monrovia
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Ah, the siren call effect that Nashville has on artists…it’s almost as if the record industry allure of Los Angeles and the “If I can make it here…” New York attitude paired in a north central city in Tennessee. That also happens to claim country music headquarters and may be one of the bigger singer/songwriter…
Andreas, Extended Play (EP)
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Enter Andreas 5 member Canadian rock band that just released their latest CD entitled ”Extended Play” in 2013. On the upside, you can expect 5 semi-experienced musicians who champion a high intensity sound against the classic rock sounding backdrop. Band members: Brian Dahl, Jason Brandow, Jennifer Lockman, Mike Medhurst, Adam Payne. With this EP expect…
QUADRON ANNOUNCES 2014 TOUR DATES WITH MAYER HAWTHORNE
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Igniting 2014 in style, Quadron will Quadronsupport Mayer Hawthorne on his Where Does This Door Go U.S. headlining tour. The 24-date outing kicks off on January 30th at the House of Blues in San Diego, CA and hits major markets across the country before concluding on March 6th at the Garden Theater in Detroit, MI.…
STOLI HAS GOT TO KNOW WHY CLASS REUNION DECLARE ‘NO DRUMS ALLOWED’
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Hello good music lovers of the world. We have made it to another week and for that I am grateful. You know on my free time I am always thinking of music and what makes a song a hit. I must admit that on my commute I listen to Boston radio to hear what the…
“YOU HAD TO BE THERE, AND I WAS” BY TERRY FURLONG
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Terry has this infectious smile and love for life that pulls you into his storytelling. We met at his home in Prescott, AZ where he continues to write and produce music. His guitar was calling out and he shared some of his music from a new little book he wrote “Gifts” that consists…
STEVE RYAN NOW PLAYING ON PANDORA RADIO
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“Energetic is the first thing that comes to mind upon hearing the opening track “Real Time” from Steve Ryans latest album “Boundless Moments”. Hearing an actual band is a refreshing change of pace for this writer, usually Singer/Songwriter types heavily rely on electronic arrangements to convey their lyrics and vocal abilities. Steve’s band is more…
Holly Elle, Leopardess EP
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Holly Elle, a Canadian classically trained singer with a passion for pop, brings to the U.S. a unique twist on modern mainstream music. Her latest 5 song EP entitled “Leopardess” was released in 2013. Leopardess is a carefully crafted collection of catchy songs showcasing the best in modern day pop artisanship that creates a solid…
NEW YORK GUITAR FESTIVAL
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Featuring a greater number of free concerts than ever before, the one-of-a-kind New York Guitar Festival illumines the mid-winter season with a cavalcade of performances, from January 10th–30th, that embrace the instrument’s multi-faceted personae in rock, jazz, blues, Baroque, contemporary classical, and, perhaps, a bit of bluegrass. The 2014 Festival boasts 30+ pioneering guitarists,…
MATT SCHOFIELD TO RELEASE ‘FAR AS I CAN SEE’
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Mascot Label Group has announced a February 18, 2014 release date for Matt Schofield’s FAR AS I CAN SEE on the Provogue imprint. Guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer Schofield has been frequently lauded as the British blues guitarist of current times. Overseas, Guitarist Magazine published simply, “There isn’t a better British blues guitarist playing…
I SAID WIPPIT! WHIP IT GOOD! THE DR. IS IN!
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Dr. Wippit’s music – you’re not really sure what you’re listening to at first listen. But then it hits you. Music doesn’t always need to be defined by genre and stereotypes, music is a communication of the soul, of the body, heart and mind. Sometimes I just want to destroy categorization of music altogether, that’s…
Oakes & Smith, First Flight
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Folksy with a bit of adult contemporary and bluegrass flourishes make up most of First Flight, the new album by Oakes & Smith. The duo has created a passionate and intimate album full of meditations and breezy themes. First Flight starts off with Once, a very 70’s AC song that reminds me of acts like…
Merrill Leffmann, New and Old Christmas Classics
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Merrill Leffmann’s New and Old Christmas Classics is a little something for everyone with her sultry and sometimes hilarious voice shining through both original and classic Holiday songs. Acclaimed vocal instructor, Merrill leaves no stone unturned with her vaudeville performances highlighting the album. The album kicks off with I Love A Man In Uniform, an…
Chris Beall, The Gin Mill Hymns
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I’m not a huge fan of country music, I’ll be dead honest. But in this day and age, occasionally our ears are graced with a second thought. This one being an obvious mistake because first of all Austin Native Chris Beall does not write for the country music genre, but rather bills himself as an…
