iProng Interview In The First Issue of 2010
January 7, 2010In iProng’s first issue of the new decade Bill Palmer interviewed Noush Skaugen on her background, motivation, future plans and the power of social media.
Download the article on their web site to read it in context.
Maxim UK Interview
December 2, 2009“One of Britain’s upcoming gems”
Read the Article in context and watch the videos on Maxim UK!
The attractive singing sensation takes over Maxim’s boozer to play some songs. And boy, were they good…
Text: Stephen Daultrey / Photos: ©2009 Frank Jonen, www.NoushSkaugen.com
Kontraband’s Interview with Noush Skaugen
November 28, 2009So one Friday strolling around London I popped into a Soho pub for a few cheeky ones and a chat with Kevin Holmes at Kontraband – talked about if I’m a Stones or Beatles fan, how music used to (and will again!) change the world and the Mighty Boosh:)…might have exposed some on the road stories I shouldn’t have but hey…it’s Rock n Roll Read More…
this is what we said…
New York City Show Feature in The Aquarian!
October 29, 2009The Aquarian, New York City/New Jersey’s biggest & most respected mag has me & my show at The Bitter End this Friday night featured on the front page this week! Cool beyond words:) Plus I did an interview for them…
Big thanks to Eugene Foley and Hal Selzer! read the full story and article here…
Rock and Roll Report #62 features “Run Baby Run”
October 27, 2009
The Rock and Roll Report serves up a buffet of contemporary independent rock & roll music. In episode #62 host Mark Boudreau spun Noush Skaugen’s fan favorite “Run Baby Run” which premiered in her “Run for a Million” video.
Check out the entire episode here!
“Run for a Million” featured on eGuiders.com
October 24, 2009
Online content guide eGuiders featured Noush Skaugen’s video “Run for a Million” in their music selection for the week of October 19th to 25th.
eGuiders cuts through the clutter of online video content and presents the best clips on their site. The selection is made some of the top ranking entertainment professionals working today.
Read their story here…
Music Fashion Top 5
October 15, 2009
In issue 11 of Music Fashion Magazine, Lauren Weigle starts her Top 5 artists of 2009 off with Noush Skaugen.
The interview touches on personal subjects and Noush’s career on the Internet and on stage. Lauren concludes article stating how the
Internet which has been “the demise of recorded music” spurs amazing opportunities for those who seek them.
Read the full interview here
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Sunday Mirror, UK – Tweet Music
October 11, 2009British tabloid newspaper Sunday Mirror highlighted Noush Skaugen as “A singer [who] is tipped to win a major record deal after posting daily updates about herself on Twitter.”
Read the full story from their October 11th issue here.
KMax Entertainment Interview: 800 000 New Fans in One Year
September 18, 2009via http://kmaxentertainment.wordpress.com
Here’s a Q&A with Noush Skaugen, a rock artist from LA. She used social media, specifically twitter to get 800 000 follower’s in one year! 2 months ago when I first contacted her she had 500 000 followers… this woman is moving!!
This is proof to the point that independent musicians have SO much control & opportunity to really build an incredible career. It’s all about getting creative, taking a calculated “risk” and finding ways to break through.
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Iain Watt’s Blog: Exclusive Interview with Noush Skaugen
September 18, 2009via http://iainwatt.wordpress.com/
I first encountered Noush Skaugen on Twitter. She began following me, which initially I found odd, but cool – very rarely does a “recognised” artist follow me first! Through each tweet, I grew more interested in her work, and realized that this was perfect online marketing. Once she released her album for free, I knew I really wanted to get it and listen. And I was very impressed. Intrigued, I asked if she would have time to give an interview, and she accepted! So, here is the interview with Twitter sensation Noush Skaugen.
Tuned-Out Review of ‘Lost and Found’
April 25, 2009
I wanted to start this review off by drawing attention to the opening song Adeline. It’s important to understand that Noush has substance in her creative vision. She’s a confident singer who doesn’t need to over do it with ridiculous runs flexing her vocal muscle. The song leaves enough open to interpretation so the listener can allow it to become personal to them.
Her vocal style has a little Joan Jett and Mick Jagger influence. She must write lyrics constantly, because her songs always have a specific theme and don’t stray from the topic. I would love to know the story behind these songs. One can’t help but wonder after listening to Goodbye or See Clearly if these songs weren’t written from past experience. Musically, I get the feeling that studio musicians were too involved in that process. It sounds over polished and rigid. Don’t get me wrong, I love Adeline and Wake Up. Those were my two fave tracks from this album. However, I’ve heard Noush playing on her couch – just her and an acoustic guitar and you get so much more feeling from that couch session than you do on this studio recording. That is the reason why I must encourage you to not judge Noush solely on the studio record, but go and see her live.
I do want to challenge Noush to rock out more. Wake up was a great departure from the rest of the tracks and you seem like you’re holding back on the rest. Flex your muscles!! You’ve got a powerful voice!
I’ll post tour dates once I know them from time to time.
In the meantime, check out her homepage: http://noushskaugen.com/
The video for Adeline can be seen here: http://www.muzu.tv/noushskaugen/adeline-music-video/156463
Link To The Review: http://tuned-out.com/?p=220
NME Spotlight
March 13, 2009
AOL.com ‘Video Of The Day’
March 13, 2009
‘Skaugen Pens Songs That Pulse With Passion’ – Performing Songwriter Magazine
March 3, 2009
“Let’s take a moment / Find the right words to say.” The contemplative lyrics from Noush Skaugen’s single “Adeline” prove a self-fulfilling prophecy on her very personal debut, Lost and Found. The British singer-songwriter, who has garnered accolades for her musicianship (she’s proficient on flute, piano and sax), recalls Natalie Merchant vocally but employs a more aggressive sound on these 12 tracks recorded in Nashville.
Skaugen pens songs that pulse with passion. The stunner, “Not Gonna Give You the Satisfaction,” drives with a commercial pop/rock appeal and strong lyrical resolve that radio programmers gravitate toward, if Pink and Katy Perry’s successes are any indication. “Beautifulize” opens with a hooky, electric riff that whets the appetite for more rockin’ tracks mid-album.
Like a pro, Noush dials back the intensity on cuts such as “Let You Go” then ratchets it up again in closing with “One Last Time,” which builds from a sweet guitar intro into a sweeping power-ballad chorus, layered with lots of moody aural atmosphere. —LCB
March/April 2009 Issue
http://www.performingsongwriter.com/pages/music/116.cfm
‘Lost & Found is a pop-rock score!’ – Awaken Music Magazine
March 3, 2009
Noush Skaugen is a pure pop talent we’ll all be hearing from in the near future (at least that’s my best guess). She’s already getting ample regional acclaim, but the national scene is sure to catch on soon. Her most recent album, Lost & Found is a pop-rock score!
With catchy and singable tracks like Beautifulize and Not Gonna Give You the Satisfaction, her thick, pop-perfected melodies will remain in your head for days. The production of these songs doesn’t hurt either. They’re sonically accute, placing each instrument exactly where it belongs.
Other tracks such as See Clearly, give the pop-rocker a more atmospheric and spacious quality, while tracks like Let You Go, features her ability to write soft, mellow, sorrowful tunes, all the while remaining intensely simple.
All in all, her album is win. Catch a show and pick up Lost & Found in the very near future!
RATING: 4 of 5 stars
Ross Christopher/Awaken Music Magazine/February 2009
http://awakenmusic.blogspot.com/