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Welcome to BuzzMusic Hollie Beadell! Talk to us about your latest record 'Jukebox Nights'. What was it like recording the album? I absolutely loved recording the album it was a massive project and took up all of my time. It was the best experience and I learned so much from recording techniques to working with new people. I am completely obsessed with the album and it’s so close to my heart. You have some huge accomplishments under your belt, congrats! What was it like performing on BBC Surrey and being chosen by HMV to have your record sold on the shelf? I was kind of in shock when I was on BBC surrey I mean it’s the BBC! I am so so honored that they interviewed me and played my song ‘Get It Right’ on the show. The HMV thing was also a bit of a shock when I walked in and saw my album there it was a strange feeling. It’s such an achievement and it’s fantastic that it’s happened this early in my career. We really enjoyed getting the first listen to your new single “Time In A Tree”. How would you describe your creative process behind this song? This song was originally sung and written by Raleigh Ritchie. I listened to this song and fell in love with it. So I decided that I wanted to recreate it. We started with guitar chords and then added guitar layers to it. We added a retro Casio synth that was so far away from the original and I think that’s what made it different. This is the second time I have played the drums in one of the tracks and I am no drummer but I had an idea and I needed to go with it. The vocals were the most fun to do we had Ed my guitarist singing below my backing vocals and I think that adds something a little special. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? I am planning on releasing a lot this year I already have three releases lined up and working on more. I am also producing a band and a solo artist so I am busy as anything but that’s all part of the fun. Connect with Hollie Beadell on Spotify and stream her new single "Time In A Tree" here. instagram.com/tintinbeadell facebook.com/tintinbeadellmusic holliebeadellmusic.co.uk #BuzzMusic #indie #newmusic #newsong #bbc

Emily Daccarett is here to show the world that she is made for the music industry. Emily Daccarett recently released her tremendous EP titled “Cannibal” and we had to take a listen to see what it was about! “Cannibal” begins with “Red Light (Opening)” and this couldn’t be any more perfect as an introduction to this EP. “Red Light (Opening)” had lush melodies with a haunting vibe that seemingly felt invigorating enough to reel you in like an attractive mystery that you can’t help but want to explore. Emily Daccarett is hypnotizing her listener into this EP, preparing you for a journey of mystic and deluxe harmonies. The next song that transitions in on this EP was “Growin’ Addiction”. “Growin’ Addiction” was the right song to continue on the introduction of this project. You’ve entered this ethereal and dream-like atmosphere, ready to wander off into the song and listen to Emily Daccarett’s exuberant vocals. “Growin’ Addiction” had a slight classic timeless feel to the production. A vibe you will feel in an iconic song like this. The next song that transitions in on this EP was “Cannibal”. “Cannibal” was a cool transition from the lightly dark aura you felt from “Growin’ Addiction”. “Cannibal” felt more like a vibrant synth-pop that was colorful and exhilarating. Emily Daccarett still showcases her dynamic whispery vocals that feel like a signature to her stand-out artistry. “Cannibal” classic 80’s dream-pop elements make this song a leading hit on this EP! We fell instantly in love with “Set Fire To The Fear” due to the vintage arrangement with those iconic synths, guitar riffs, and hazy aesthetic. The tempo climaxes with a more rhythmic approach, and Emily Daccarett doesn’t lose a beat! “Set Fire To The Fear” adds the stylistic appeal to “Cannibal” as a whole. This was a great addition and corresponded perfectly with the sound of this EP! The closing song was “Red Light - Reprise”. This was like a goodbye to the journey you just briefly went on. The sound and vibe correlated with the opening of this ep, however, it felt more like a nice remix. Emily Daccarett overwhelms you with the sensational haunting vocal elements you remember in the opener of this EP. This descriptive song was able to paint images in our imagination, thus creating a more illusioned experience that helped us enjoy this EP to the fullest extent. Emily Daccarett did more than deliver music. She created art and a story within each song that was conducted on “Cannibal”. “Cannibal” was a story that takes you on a magical journey with a cinematic flair. If Blondie and David Lynch had a rock baby, Emily Daccarett would be the product! You can listen to the smashing EP “Cannibal” by Emily Daccarett here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Emily Daccarett! Your sound is super unique and memorable. Who would you consider to be some of your inspirations for your creative style? Thank you so much! While living in France I fell in love with the work of composer and writer Serge Gainsbourg, who wrote songs for Brigitte Bardot, Vanessa Paradis, and Jane Birkin. Their songs have a sultry/innocent Lolita vibe mixed in with rebellion. I also took inspiration from Blondie, Kate Bush, David Bowie, and Michael Jackson. I love pop, it’s feel-good music that invites you to dream. I’m greatly inspired by the film and try to create an atmosphere with my songs. For Cannibal, I looked at Blade Runner and its sequel Blade Runner 2049 as inspiration for the sound design. 2. Congratulations on the EP release of “Cannibal”! We enjoyed every song that was on this EP as a whole. Which was your personal favorite from your artist’s perspective and why? My favorite is “Growin Addiction” because I found my sound while working on this song. It was the first song I wrote from my ep and it continued to evolve and change as I wrote the other songs, just as I evolved while working on “Cannibal”. I also used “Growin Addiction” as a bridge to add more rock elements into “Red Light” and to future songs coming out later this year. We noticed the cool opener and closer correlation with “Red Light”. Were there any elements you experimented with within both the opening version and the closing? Can you detail to us which! I wrote “Red Light” more like a psychedelic rock song from the late ‘60s. I was inspired by Sharon Tate, the Manson Murders (not as a glamorization, but for the end of innocence for that time), and the nightlife of the Sunset Strip. It was an interesting challenge to figure out how it would fit with the electric pop songs I had written already. We experimented by adding certain electronic elements from the other songs into “Red Light” (opening) to introduce and hint at what you will hear later in the EP. “Red Light” (reprise) we added a few arpeggiated synths and a hot guitar solo, letting the two worlds come together seamlessly. What was the overall theme of “Cannibal”? How would you describe your songwriting approach to the EP? The overall theme of “Cannibal” is embracing yourself and letting go of the fear that can hold us down and tear us apart. I love starting and ending with “Red Light” because it is a realistic view of following a dream that does not offer security. We know it’s a gamble, but we do it anyway no matter the cost. I approached this Ep as an open letter to myself, confronting my fears and letting them go….. in style. What’s next for you Emily Daccarett? I have a few songs I’m working on to release later this year. I’m taking the time to experiment on creating new visual content to match my sound in photography and video. I’m also working on an activewear line inspired by “Cannibal”. I created anime-style characters as mascots to represent each song in my ep and they will be featured in this collection. I’ll be pretty busy, but I love it! emilydaccarettmusic.com instagram.com/emilydaccarett facebook.com/emilydaccarettmusic twitter.com/emilydaccarett #BuzzMusic #indie #singer #songwriter #newmusic

Kle’an is bringing back real R&B with his latest single titled “9.1.1”. Nowadays, R&B has crossed paths with hip-hop and has transformed into a computerized production. Although change is great, and essentially needed for the growth of music, Kle’an showed us that he’s still a diamond of the classics! He has a timeless voice and it’s naturally skilled. The harmonies he gives in the hook of “9.1.1” while being able to take his voice into multiple registers including the soft but piercing falsettos were elegantly done. His poignant vocal quality was mesmerizing to hear. He serenaded his listener with each note he delivered in “9.1.1”. This song has a contemporary vibe in the production of the song, which will easily cater to the current lovers of R&B while remaining classic enough to compete with the early 2000’s love bops! Kle’an’s nuanced but passionate expression of the lyrics in “9.1.1” helps you enjoy the song much fuller. You’re able to easily become intrigued by the harmonically rich atmosphere that Kle’ a creates in this song. The bewitching vocal resonance is just one component to “9.1.1” that makes you fall immensely in love with this single. You can listen to “9.1.1” by Kle’an here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Kle'an! Tell us, how did you get your start in music? Thank you! I appreciate BuzzMusic for having me!  Oh man, that question I could write a novel on. Honestly, there was a whole lot of series of unfortunate yet fortunate events that kinda paved my road. First of all, if it wasn't for my high school girlfriend telling my uncle I could sing, I probably would never have tried to pursue music. I've always admired songwriters like Brian Michael Cox and NeYo and wanted to emulate them. Back then, (like the early 2000s) I thought the only way to break into the music scene was as a songwriter first. (I.E. Luther Vandross, Babyface, even my favorite artist Joe) they were all songwriters first that became artists second. So (around 2005) I met this guy in Houston who was looking for songs for his album. He was signed to a major and rubbed shoulders with some big names, but he liked my writing.  He ended up recording a song I wrote called "audition 4 u" (fortunate) which ended up shelved (unfortunate) but I started gaining confidence in my writing. Then (around 2007), I met a guy that had a working relationship with Teddy Riley. This guy told me Teddy was looking for songs, so I submitted some new stuff I wrote. The feedback I got from Teddy was what made me continue to pursue perfecting my craft. He liked my songs and my style of writing (fortunate) but couldn't use them for what he was looking for. (unfortunate) Teddy Riley liked my songs I mean how much higher could you get than that!!!  The rest of the story leading up to now is a bit more complicated but the takeaway lesson is, each encounter I had made me believe in myself that much more. But yeah, that's pretty much how I got started lol! What was it like having your voice discovered by your uncle? What was that moment like for you? LMAO! Well considering that up until that point, the only people that knew I could sing were the girls I was trying to impress, I'd say it was pretty awkward.  It went down kinda like this, my girlfriend at the time and I went to visit my aunt and uncle.  Well, I had no idea he had an entire recording studio set up in his spare room.  And he had no idea I could sing at all until my girlfriend opened her big mouth lol. "YOU KNOW HE CAN SING RIGHT??"  So in a sense, we learned alot about each other that day (and the years to follow) my uncle and me, and we developed a deep bond because of it. We really enjoyed your single “9.1.1”. How would you describe your creative process behind this song? Thank you! That means alot to me! Honestly, I write, record, produce and mix a majority of my own music.  My process always starts with an idea that I got from my uncle that I still use today.  He told me to record my idea and save it or else it will go to someone else.  Back then we had those handheld voice recorders with the little mini tapes, then it evolved into digital recorders and now we have smartphones lol.  So my phone is filled with hundreds of little ideas or riffs or phrases that I sing on the phone so I won't forget it later.  “9.1.1” started off just like that, an idea I had saved as a voice recorder note. What inspired you to write this single? Do you draw any musical inspiration from any other artists? Yes, of course, I draw inspiration from other artists.  When I was writing “9.1.1” and putting together the music bed, I found myself listening to alot of Trey Songz and Tank, which are two of my favorite artists. Inspiration huh? Well, this is going to be a little embarrassing but I'll tell you anyway.  So one of the ladies I was dating a few months ago told me she had some really bad experiences with other men.  She had always been attracted to older men and I was the youngest man she had dated so far.  But she told me that sometimes the "little blue pill" didn't always work for her ex's.  Or sometimes it just took too long to work and the mood was over.  Well, I am the complete opposite, I take care of myself, have a very healthy libido and (here is the embarrassing part) I can go for hours.  So, “9.1.1” started with the line " I never get tired and I don't need no fking pills either" and just developed a mind of its own.  Overall, “9.1.1” is about if you can't fulfill your woman, she always has an emergency contingency plan.  And in this scenario, all she has to do is call “9.1.1” for the 3 - 4 - 5-hour sessions. LOL! Thank you for talking with us Kle'an! What are you looking forward to the most out of this year? What can we expect to hear from you? You can expect to hear alot more adult-themed R&B like it's supposed to be! I'm prepping an EP to be released late summer 2020. My next two singles to drop are titled: "drowning" and "calm your tits". "Drowning is about the struggle you go through internally when you are missing someone and trying not to pick up the phone and call them. A true R&B classic, can't wait for you guys to hear it. Calm your tits is about telling your girl, "Hey, I love you but you acting like a real B!@tch right now!" This one has Pop and alternative all over it. instagram.com/yothatsklean facebook.com/yothatsklean twitter.com/yothatsklean #BuzzMusic

Singer/songwriter/producer Marza Panther is here to deliver a truly unique sound to the music industry. Her integrative style means that she brings in various genres to her sound, allowing for an experience that is completely unmatched from other eclectic artists. As an artist who is highly influenced by the various contributions the music scene sees today, Marza Panther is able to use a surplus of everyday sounds to create the atmospheric sounding she brings into her songs. Marza Panther has recently released her track "Nite Sweats", which features these prominent artistic features that remain true to the kind of artist she is. Marza Panther opens up the track "Nite Sweats" with an incredibly mystic and otherworldly synth choice. Eventually, vocalism gracefully enters the track, immediately activating our most primitive senses. Marza Panther is the kind of artist you can easily get along with. Her style of music is transcending and brings about a surreal environment. The moment we listened to the mixings of Marza Panther, we knew we came across something truly eclectic and modern. There haven't been many others that create the collective soundings that Marza Panther is able to manifest, which makes her music that much more attractive. "Nite Sweats" continues on with the deep and thoughtful production, and as you find yourself in the midst of listening to the track, you realize that you become almost lost in the powerful transforming effects within it. We feel hypnotized by the work of Marza Panther, and we hope she continues to produce similar soundings so we can continue to experience such genuine emotions. Listen to Marza Panther's "Nite Sweats" here. Hi Marza Panther! How did you break into a career in the music industry? I am a refugee from the wonderful world of classical music. I started my musical journey as a cellist around age 7. I had a hard time with the conformity, although I gained a deep appreciation for the roots and history of Western music, and Eastern European composers in particular. My dad was a jazz musician, so I grew up listening to that genre as well and being immersed in blues, folk and world music. But once high school rolled around, I instantly gravitated to metal, goth, and alternative music, and pretty much stayed in the dark lane from then on. I went back to music school for cello performance like 7 years ago, but this time around I was no longer hemmed in by classical expectations, so I was able to start making music I really liked while still incorporating my roots. You're a multi-faceted artist; a cellist, composer, singer, and songwriter who blends and experiments with different genres. Where do you draw most of your inspiration from when you're creating music? I think the natural world is a big source of inspiration for me. I grew up in a hippie community, and my dad gave me a leaf press as a kid instead of normal toys. For a while, I walked around with a Tascam field recorder capturing weird sounds from the LA landscape, and a lot of those wound up on the record. I remember recording an old man drinking from a water fountain in Los Feliz and just getting really excited about it once I applied some warped reverb. The most precious sounds I captured were from my dog Jesse James who died last year. His panting and slurping wound up on two tunes. I had taken a 20th-century composition course, and during that, I wrote a piece of music for 3 bags of potato chips and piano. My neighbors performed it with me... then they ate the chips. Learning about Jon Brion in music school influenced my production style a lot. He was often using broken instruments to disrupt stability. Arthur Russell made a big impact on me too because he used the cello in "wrong" ways that were so compelling. He really put zero limits on himself in terms of what he was willing to try. His heart was just open to trying and failing. Another source of inspiration is film music. I love Kenji Kawai, Mihaly Vig, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Bernard Herrmann, and so many others, and I always make a point to find out who wrote the scores to the movies I love. Lately, I've been listening to Hildur Guðnadóttir, Daniel Lopatin, and Jeff Russo. In terms of popular music, I used to listen to a lot of classic 70's metal like Pentagram, Trouble, UFO, Highway Robbery, Saint Vitus, Electric Wizard. That phase lasted a while, but when I tried to make music in that vein it didn't quite come outright. I was also influenced heavily by Japanese bands like Guitar Wolf, Melt-Banana, DMBQ, and Boris, but again, what came out of me didn't sound like any of them. My sound is probably an alloy of all the above, combined with The Cure, Jesus and Mary Chain, Jeff Buckley, Nina Simone, Cat Power, Elliott Smith, Savages, Wovenhand, Altin Gun, Black Violin, Priest, the Entrance Band...and lots of others! We really loved your new single "Nite Sweats". How would you describe your creative process behind this record? I actually wrote this song 10 years ago in Seattle, but it was much slower. I liked the bass line and it just stayed with me over the years, so I decided to revamp it for the record. In the studio, I just kept adding more and more samples and tidbits -- children laughing, a woman moaning, television clips of a kidnapping -- until it felt like I had reached the limit. I think in the bridge there's just like dozens of strange sounds I found from this site looperman.com. Of course, there's cello in the song -- always! If I had to summarize, I think my process is to just keep adding things to the stew until it tastes good n' flavorful. Sometimes I add too much, and my producer Jason Lowrie has to undo my soup, which is much trickier. What inspired you to write "Nite Sweats". Is there a specific message you'd like your listeners to take away from it? Nite Sweats is kind of a dancy #metoo song. Somehow the music that came out of me as a reaction to my #metoo story was Nite Sweats, and I had to own that. So maybe it's about transmuting dark experience into dance energy? That sounds right. I am okay with people projecting their own meaning onto songs, however. I think that's natural. So I don't feel compelled to explain everything too specifically. What can we expect to see from Marza Panther throughout 2020? 2020 will be an amazing year for panthers, Marza Panthers in particular! I have a new lineup for my live band that I'm really excited about, so we're hoping to start booking shows around LA asap. The Nite Sweats music video premiere is imminent, as is the release of a new single, Autumn in the Spring (about a real-life vampire) and the video for that song. And of course, the record, Mathanas, is coming out in the coming months. It's been two years in the making, so it feels like a tremendous event to me. Also in 2020, I'm hoping to complete my acoustic record, which is a collection of songs I play around town that people always ask me about, but they just don't exist yet in download form. facebook.com/marzapanther soundcloud.com/marza-panther marzapanthermusic.com #BuzzMusic

Betty Moon is back again, and this time, she's bringing a sense of flare into her style. As a Toronto born singer/songwriter/producer/filmmaker, Betty Moon astonishes her fans with the sensual appeal her voice carries, along with the vivid imagery it is able to create. Betty Moon has always contained a strong sense of vigor when it comes to her music, and her very sound can display this perfectly. Having her music appear in big-name shows such as Dexter, Bounty Hungers and Californication, Betty Moon is only rising up from here with her artistry. Betty Moon has recently debuted her track "Crazy (What You Make Me)" and it follows suit with her striking persona. With this particular song of Betty's, you can really sense the rock n' roll attitude combined with a huge sense of eccentric soul. Betty Moon's tracklist goes beyond expectations, and so we knew when she was debuting a new single she had high standards from her listening base. Once you listen to the full entirety of "Crazy (What You Make Me)", you'll realize expectations were beyond surpassed. Betty Moon brings a quality sound with her rich vocalism. Her voice is able to easily glide through the air at some points, and pierce it at others. We're always going to receive a thorough expression by Betty Moon, and "Crazy (What You Make Me)" isn't any different. As an artist who is constantly evolving, Betty Moon has stimulated our senses beyond reparations with this track, and we're hoping we get to experience the same events with her future music to come! Listen to Betty Moon's "Crazy (What You Make Me)" here. Welcome, Betty Moon! Such a treat to be able to talk with you about your music. How are you feeling after the anticipated release of "Crazy (What You Make Me)"? Hey thanks for the interview, and yes things are really exciting right now. The song has had quite a life of its own and I actually had a different version of the single come out in late 2019 before I made the video for the original version on 'Hellucination'. There's just something about this track that is getting great attention. It's got some awesome 90's vibes going on and putting something like that out in today's music scene is working well. It's really got the creative vibes going for my next album, which I'm currently in the studio working on. I'm just taking the week off for GRAMMY activities, which is a pretty good reason to get out of the studio right? "Crazy (What You Make Me)" felt very authentic, as do the majority of the songs we hear on your end. How do you ensure that this element shines through to listeners? Great question, and that's something I really haven't thought about. I would say, at least for artists in general, that if you spend too much time researching what's trendy or what you think people want to hear the music may end up sounding forced. It's one thing if you're first on deck for something fresh, but many artists who sound one way all of a sudden sound like they copied another's style all of a sudden. I'm not really worried about that stuff and have been one way or another doing the same thing since day 1. I was even praised for being "The queen of DIY rock" in Canada when younger and have kept that work ethic as part of my brand. I keep my focus on my own work and try not to focus too much on my contemporaries, without being completely out of touch haha. You have a pretty impressive resumé, Betty Moon! You've been involved in many projects, and continue to delve deeper into the music world with each release of yours. Looking back at when you first debuted yourself as an artist, would you do anything differently? I would have dug deeper into music licensing sooner, instead of focusing on so much of the "music sales" and "touring" side of the industry. I also wish I would have self-released some of my earlier music by starting the label sooner, as often you don't see the upside till way down the road. Sometimes you don't even know what the big labels were doing with your music, so that was on occasion frustrating. Having more control of your music and hand-picking who handles what part of your career wasn't as common back then, but it is now thankfully. Your performances must be absolutely electric, filled with such emotion and refreshing energy. Performing at various venues already, which venue holds a special place in your heart? I would say the whiskey-a-go-go. It's such an iconic place in Hollywood and is one of the epitomes of Rock N' Roll. I've played there, watched iconic bands there and of course watched groups on the rise play early shows and then become famous. There's something about the energy of the location, and if you let it soak in you may just level up in life. Seriously though, the place is great. We're highly intrigued for what we'll hear from you next, Betty Moon! Now that "Crazy (What You Make Me)" is successfully debuted, are you looking to mix in a few performances with any possible new music? We'll see what happens for sure, I'm mainly focused on making studio albums as of late but I've been jonesing to get back on stage. It takes a lot to put on the best show possible here in Southern California, and I'd rather wait till the time is right to make that happen. I'm working on new music for sure though, and have dozens of new tracks ready in my studio to mix, re-work and finalize for an upcoming LP. I'll of course, keep everyone updated on social media. Please give me a follow! instagram.com/bettymoonmusic facebook.com/BettyMoonmusic bettymoon.com #BuzzMusic

Big Blind consists of solo artist Yousef Bassirpour, here to bring a luscious yet somber sound to listeners alike. Big Blind has the goal in mind of combining traditional Middle Eastern music with the modern stylings of the Western World today. Big Blind has already released his 5-track EP, titled "Besa". The EP opens up the integrative stylings of Big Blind, establishing the essence of his sound well. Looking at his most recent work, Big Blind has released another contemporary track, filled with many intricacies that define the eccentrics of Big Blind. "Bãrãn" is the latest offering from Post-Rock band Big Blind. The track itself sees tons of prominent and heavy instrumentals, such as strong performance of guitar riffs, as well as aggressive drums. Their echoing effect maintained throughout the track gives it an atmospheric touch. Once this is combined with the striking vocalism, the product becomes very balanced, hitting almost an equilibrium in sound. "Bãrãn" will take you on a true adventure with its centripetal effect, allowing listeners to feel a variety of emotions with each sound we're introduced with. We appreciate "Bãrãn" mainly for its composed style, and how harmonious the entire track comes to be. From a lyrical standpoint, "Bãrãn" holds a melancholic essence, taking listeners on an impactful journey. You can always count on Big Blind to bring a thoughtful and misty sounding! Check out "Bãrãn" by Big Blind here Hey there, Big Blind! Thanks for coming to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of "Bãrãn"! Can you walk us through your vision for this track, and more specifically, the kind of message you wanted to relay to listeners? Bārān is a song that I wrote two years ago. It was inspired by Sufi music. The song has two meanings. The first is about being obsessed with controlling things and learning to step aside and let the universe take over. The second one is about the people of Iran and hoping that something will come along and be a catalyst for change (both regime change and societal change). The lyrics are half Farsi and half English. Your music is known to contain an integrative effect, featuring a surplus of soundings that stimulate listeners. Where do you get the inspiration to create the production of tracks such as "Bãrãn"? I listen to a lot of different music. When I started writing Bārān (and the other songs on my EP) I was enamored with the idea of mixing 80's Darkwave synths with Industrial drums and Doom Metal guitars. At the time I was also listening to a lot of traditional Iranian music and Lebanese Dabke. Bārān was the culmination of that dream; it has a dark synth, big tribal drums, a heavy bridge and melodies inspired by Iranian music. As a singer/songwriter, how do you go about the process of creating a new track? Most of my ideas start in my head. I'm a drummer so beats come to mind out of nowhere. Most of them are just forgettable motifs, but once in a while something will stand out and I'll jump on it and say 'this is a song'. From there I'll either go to my computer and re-create the beat or go to my guitar and come up with a part. At that point, I'll start singing stuff until a melody comes along that feels right for it. The lyrics...take forever. Bārān really transformed over time. Initially, it was just going to be a dancy song with a Middle Eastern vocal, but soon other elements came along that I never foresaw: the heavy chorus, the bridge with the prog rhythm, the double-time outro with twinkly synths, etc. Jason Lowrie (the man responsible for all of the mixing and vocal production) and Jared Hirshland (the man behind the mastering) really played a big role in giving the song its dynamics as well. When you were in the curating stages of "Bãrãn", did you feel that you maintained the same vision from start to finish? The EP that I just released (Besa) was really my first venture into Electronic music. I've always been an analog musician; I've played everything from Jazz to Post-Hardcore. Making Industrial music is an entirely different venture and I hope to learn more as I go forward. I want to find more sounds to incorporate into the music and explore all the different styles that I've dreamt of exploring. I also want to stay on my path and make sure that I don't veer from it. I think it's really easy to slip into making pop music or something that will get you a bit more attention. I want to keep making Middle Eastern / Industrial / Darkwave / Post-Rock for as long as I can. What are some of the bigger goals you hold as an Industrial/Post-Rock artist? It was great to have you here to chat about the release of "Bãrãn"! Where do you think the music world will take you and your artistry next? Thank you! I honestly can't even begin to speculate about that. All I can say is that I hope it takes me beyond the borders of this country as I would really like to tour the world. I've always seen this project as being something international and I'm doing everything I can to take it to that level. instagram.com/big_blind_ #BuzzMusic

Fernando Gomez, known artistically as Nondoh, is an American producer here to shed a new flicker of light into the music scene. As a producer who focuses on synthesizing luscious and creamy soundings, Nondoh is easily able to simultaneously impress and relax his listeners. Growing up in San Diego, CA, Nondoh fell in love with the sound of music almost instantly as a child and cultivated his passion ever since the young age of nine. Learning to play a multitude of instruments, Nondoh became drawn to the art of producing sounds and now has grown his artistry to an entirely new level. Nondoh's most recent release: "I Wanna Know You" ft. Lindsay Kaye. A sultry and appealing atmosphere opens us up to "I Wanna Know You". The melody is pierced with soft and methodical vocals, integrating themself in the most effortless way. The voice is the type that makes you feel as if you're floating on a cloud--one that gracefully glides through the sky. The production of the track is one that needs highlighting, directly due to its tranquil and easygoing presence. Needless to say, you'll be feeling pretty relaxed by the sound of Nondoh and his production in "I Wanna Know You". The song is very suggestive, allowing for vivid and softly vibrant imagery. Nondoh executes the track well, clearly knowing which rhythms and tones would complement one another. We get contemporary relaxation with Nondoh and his mixing abilities--a combination you're going to want to check out for yourself. Listen to "I Wanna Know You" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Nondoh! Talk to us a little bit about your stage name. What's the story behind "Nondoh"? Sooo in 2017 I was finishing my debut EP "Catharsis" and I had finally submitted my music to digital distribution under my real name "Fernando Gomez" but once it was out my music was getting mixed up with other Fernando Gomez's music and I wasn't cool with that at all so I took all my music down and re-uploaded it under the new name "Nondoh" We really enjoyed your new single “I Wanna Know You". How would you describe your creative process behind this record? This song was one of the fastest songs I have ever written, it took me like a month and a half total from the initial idea, all the way to submitting to digital distribution. Normally I take a long time and try hard to find the right inspiration and the right parts, but for "I Wanna Know You" the inspiration was just constantly there and I really took advantage of that flow. The instruments and the groove all came together in the first week then after that, the focus was only on writing lyrics and creating melodies. What inspired you to write this single? Did you draw any musical inspiration from any other artists? This song was definitely inspired by Alina Baraz, Sonder, and Mac Miller. And of course, the story behind the song that is based on a love affair I was in that never reaches its fullest potential.  I felt like the vibe and slow grooves of Alina Baraz, Mac Miller, & Sonder really matched the story me and Lindsay are singing about in " I Wanna Know You" What was it like collaborating with Lindsay Kaye on “I Wanna Know You"? - Lindsay is amazing we have really become close friends during this whole process, she is super professional, an amazing lyricist, and of course an amazing singer. We always send each other lyric ideas and just vibe and go back and forth to create a story. It's honestly amazing I've never found that kind of flow with any other songwriter. What can we expect to see from Nondoh throughout 2020? More collabs with all sorts of different artists and producers, as-well-as different rhythms and styles that I get inspired by. I'm already working on the next single!! Stay tuned. nondoh.com facebook.com/nondohmusic twitter.com/nondohmusic instagram.com/nondohmusic facebook.com/nondohmusic #BuzzMusic

Small town boy with big city dreams, Milli released his promising single titled “Hold You Down”. “Hold You Down” was an unforgettable vibe that we don’t mind becoming addicted too! The intro of “Hold You Down” begins with an emotional dialogue that sets off the tone of the song by its vulnerability and unguarded theatric. This was the perfect buildup for “Hold You Down” to deliver a hear-rendering love bop atmosphere that will have you thinking of that special someone. The special element to “Hold You Down” was most certainly the purity in songwriting. Milli expresses himself through his lyrics. Everything he writes comes from a place of authenticity and true thoughts/feelings. Therefore, we just knew the passionate lyrics in “Hold You Down” represented the sentimental emotions that Milli felt. Although personal to him, we were able to connect with the lyrics which brought together chemistry for the fan and the song. “Hold You Down” had poignant melodies with an assured ability to captivate you into the song. Milli manages to move you with “Hold You Down” through his refined harmonies. The vocals and the production of “Hold You Down” were cohesive with one another, while the smooth arrangement helped us follow along with the music and become lost within the song. You can listen to “Hold You Down” by Milli here Welcome to BuzzMusic Milli! Tell us about your upbringing. Growing up in a small town, were you surrounded by enough influence or resources for your music? How did you discover your inspiration? Well, I had a pretty awesome upbringing, grew up in Oklahoma City, I have 5 brothers and no sisters so I always had company to keep me sane. My mom is a single mother and raised all of us herself so that showed me that we had strength in our blood because she always made sure she hustled to get what we wanted and kept a smile on our face. Growing up I can always tell I was gonna have some kind of ties with music, I have always been pretty artsy, I’ve always known how to draw and paint, and I always loved writing and words for some reason, in English class, I was always the one who went above and beyond on essays or anything that had to do with writing. I also remember learning so many new words from doing crossword puzzles and I would write them down and learn the definition later. In the city, there was the inspiration but only if you made yourself inspired, we still don’t really have that established artist come out of OKC so everyone wants to one-up the next artist in town so there is no support system really. I got a lot of inspiration from my mom, she always played her New Jack Swing music on the loudspeaker in the house so those melodies always been put in my head, and I would always sing along under my breath at the time. She finally noticed so that’s when she bought me a Walkman for Christmas, keep in mind that at this time, Walkman’s were the modern-day iPhone, so I was a kid in a candy store. Next, I remember we went shopping and she let me buy 3 albums for it to start off with, I remember getting Ja Rule’s 3:36 album, Nelly’s Country Grammar album, and a Fabolous album. Those were some of my earliest inspirations and as you can see I always been a fan of the singing and rapping fuse in songs. Those are some of the early pioneers of it. My aunts and uncles absolutely loved Ja Rule and that’s where I picked up meshing rapping and singing together. I remember discovering inspiration just writing a rap and folding it up and making a whole Arts & Crafts paper album type thing, so you would write the raps, fold them neatly, design your cover with markers and stuff make it look all official and you would put those songs folded in that album and Boom, you have an elementary kid album haha sounds dumb now, but definitely helped me get inspired. This song “Hold You Down” was beautiful! Can you tell us about the production of this single? What was the vision behind the introductory dialogue? First off, thank you so much! I really appreciate that… My best friend in real life is actually my producer (Quezo Beats), so before we officially stepped into music we sat back and developed and learned each other sound and what we wanted, we didn’t just release something out of nowhere, so he knows that I like really lo-fi production with hard kicks and a melody that can get stuck in people’s emotions, we love a lot of the same vibe of music which made things so easy since we with each other all the time. We are at the point now where I can literally text him and say “send me this type of mood” and he will say “say less” So with this song, I had the hook before anything else so with the way the hook sound and production. I knew instantly that I wanted a skit at the beginning to fit the mood even more, so I had a friend act it out for me, made herself cry and sent it, she’s amazing, to say the least! Considering most of your songs are written from personal expression, what inspired you to write “Hold You Down”? What is this single about? Definitely years and years of situations that I had to go through, nothing like putting your own pain into a song, makes the feeling and tune so much better. I also connect with my supporters, I actually make time for them and DM them personally and talk to them, and some of them open up and tell me some situations they go through, and if it's one thing that brings the world together, it’s music, so the best thing for me to do is take their pain and put it in a song so then it’ll help that person and thousands of others going through that same thing and they can feel involved. The single is about a guy talking to a girl who has been torn apart by love and a guy but can’t seem to let that guy go or seems lost without that person, there was actually somebody going through that whole situation from the song, and they gave me details and the okay to put it in a song and I went through it too so it made the song so much easier to write, and we came out with Hold You Down. A relatable tune for everyone! What was the most challenging aspect for you when creating “Hold You Down” and how did you overcome the obstacle? The most challenging aspect for me was the melodies, and I know that might be easy for some, but I like to make sure every melody flows within the lyrics and beat and I like to make sure the melodies hit the heart and I overcame that obstacle because I took my time with every ad-lib or backing melody to make sure people feel it, I have some people who listen to it and memorized every background melody before the actual lyrics. That plays a huge part, I overcame that by just taking my time and not being worried or trying to copy other artists melodies, I just went with what my ears loved. What’s next for you Milli? Still growing so lots of new music, music videos, tons of new relationships with new supporters, lots of new places to see around the world, and hopefully build up enough of a following to drop an album. Eventually, I want do some merch too, but not the usual merch, I want to be able to personally handcraft and make merch myself because I’m big on fashion and then pass it out to kids in need around the country, and that would be the brand, more of a positive and charitable move instead of throwing a price on it and telling people to buy it it will also be a movement. There’s definitely a lot in store as you can see, and I can tell whoever supporting me that it's about to be one hell of a journey. So thank you to everyone and I love all of you. instagram.com/PVOMILLI twitter.com/PVOMILLI #BuzzMusic

Geovanni released his anticipated album titled “Modern Boy”. A refreshing collection of authentic and catchy songs about love, the past, the future, and his life! “Modern Boy” begins with “Here We Go”, a delightful song with vibrant elements in the production that served as a pleasant introduction to this album. “Here We Go” was delicate and relaxed while having great positive energy that radiated upon the listener. “Here We Go” gave us strong Tyler The Creator & Chance The Rapper vibes! It was wavy but still substantial. The next song that transitioned in on this album was “New Whip!”. “New Whip!” instantly showed a nice transition from “Here We Go”. “New Whip!” begins with a beatbox before the banging trap beat came in, giving the listener a hard-hitting gritty approach to this album. “New Whip!” had catchy punchlines while the beat was a head-banger. This was an eloquent transition that had us excited to hear what was next on this album! The next song “Comfortable” took us out of the party mode with its melodic piano instrumentation. “Comfortable” was another HIT! Geovanni just continues to show us versatility and multiple dimensions. “Comfortable” was a rhythmic, afro-beat, pop-fused electronic hit that bridged together multiple genres and gave us this exhilarating energy that just propels us into the album completely. We were captivated by the vibe that “Comfortable” gave us. The next song, “Metamorphosis” came in and we were just absolutely mesmerized. The dream-like atmospheric elements and soaring melody hypnotized us into this song. “Metamorphosis” showed us strong influence from many ethereal legends like The Weeknd and Daniel Caesar. After feeling like we were abducted into paradise, Geovanni showed us that he can still project those tough bars with the short but tough 29-second song “Air It Out”. Right after “Air It Out”, “Energy” transitions in. “Energy” felt like the ultimate combination of most of the elements we heard prior to this song. The rhythm was groovy, the bass was intense, and the atmosphere still felt like an escape. “Energy” was a unique song that showed how unpredictable Geovanni is! The next song that came in was the soulful “Sunset”. “Sunset” had smooth-sailing instrumentation that calms you into relaxation. Geovanni's vocal resonance is just so groundbreaking, and delicate but rich. “Sunset” was the perfect kind of vibe that adds this silk touch to the album as a whole. This album ends with “Forward”, a heart-rending song that had a gorgeous delivery complemented with passionate lyricism. “Forward” was highly thought-provoking, giving you a chance to reflect on your mindset and present feeling of life. Geovanni is a ground-breaking artist. He impressed us fully and showed us how naturally talented he is with unpredictable artistry that’s loaded with diverse layers. “Modern Boy” was a nuanced offering from a poignant artist that’s bound to accomplish great things this year! You can check out “Modern Boy” by Geovanni here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Geovanni! You have a diverse sound that we absolutely love! Can you tell us about some of your musical inspirations and how they have helped to shape your sound? Thank you so much BuzzMusic! I'm blessed to be in this interview with you guys. Musically I'm vocally inspired by legends such as Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Christopher Cross, The BeeGees and Earth, Wind and Fire. Recent artists usually inspire me on my production such as Kanye West, Young Thug, Playboi Carti, Kendrick Lamar, Anderson Paak, Childish Gambino, Frank Ocean, and Steve Lacy. So as you can see, alot of Pop, Funk, R&B and Hip Hop sounds have shaped me. Your album “Modern Boy” is flawless. You arranged the songs perfectly and delivered great transitions. Was the chronological placement of these tracks planned? Can you give us some detail on the production of this album? Thank you so much! The entire recording and engineering process took about 2 months. When it came to sequencing, the idea came along after finishing 3 songs. My friend from the Netherlands, the producer Maykid (@maykid.work), gave me the beat to "New Whip". A producer from Jamaica, Oblivion, had a unique snippet that he sent to a message group I'm in, and I transformed it into the catchy "Air It Out!" As for the other songs, it was me on production on my phone. I recorded, mixed, and mastered them all on Ableton in my bedroom. The lyrics came from my head in the following weeks. My right hand on the project was my friend Benjamin M. Grant (@benboat_). He was also the extra verse on Comfortable and assisted in the grassroots marketing for Modern Boy, and was honest with me on how every track sounded. He even assisted on the vision for "Forward." Which song from “Modern Boy” was the most challenging for you to write and why? The most challenging, which wasn't challenging, but emotional, was "Forward." The song is a love letter to Bahamians by a Bahamian and was written to sympathize with and unite those who were affected by hurricane Dorian. Revisiting that moment was difficult initially, but I felt that the honesty and hope made the song worth writing. What does "Modern Boy" mean to you? "Modern Boy" to me is more than a collection of good songs. To me, its the product of focusing on making something awesome to me. It's also meant to transcend the heart of whoever listens to it. To me, its a stab at innovation and to what I'm good at, and how I was feeling as a young man at the time. It's my way of saying: Look at me! I make good music and I do dope shit. It's also a beacon for the world to see and take note that The Bahamas has something to say. We have so many talented people. I'm just one of many. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? 2020 is the launchpad. I'm currently in college but the show will go on. There will be more content, more great music, more "Boy" projects, and more features. My friend Kuhseek and I got a project called "Sunday" coming February 23rd. I plan on having great live performances and go regional. Expect to also see my style more refined and creative. I'm going out more and enjoying life, and I'm gonna grow more as a person and an artist. The actions I want to put into 2020 will be astounding for me and for music. instagram.com/geovannirobinson twitter.com/_geovannirob #BuzzMusic

Jr. is an artist from Louisville, Kentucky who now lives in Atlanta, Georgia and calls himself the KentuckyATLien. Jr. is a multi-talented artist who has already dropped two mixtapes called “The Signature” and “New Renaissance.” “What I Want” is his first release of 2020, and he is also set to release another mixtape this year called “The Chronicles of the Misunderstood”. Jr. also founded the independent record label Young Legends Entertainment of which he is the only artist. “What I Want” is a rap, hip-hop song that creates an electronic, yet chill atmosphere. There’s something about “What I Want” that makes it stand out from other rap songs; it combines a hype “get in the zone” feeling and smooth vibes into one song. The backtrack has a steady beat that you’ll want to bop along to, as well as electronic undertones. Lyrically, Jr. writes about his growth that resulted from hard work. He sings the lyrics “why you worry about me” followed soon after by “is it cause I’m out getting what I want while you don’t?” The lyrics put into perspective the time and effort that it takes to succeed in achieving personal goals. Considering his many mixtapes and founding his own record label, Jr. is definitely in a place where he can sing about the rewards of hustling. Bringing his life experiences into his music is what makes “What I Want” a personal and original track. Listen to "What I Want" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jr.! Talk to us a little bit about your stage name. What's the story behind "Jr."? I really appreciate you for letting me tell you about myself. Little things like this make me feel good about myself and my belief in this music journey. “Jr.” is my suffix actually because I’m named after my dad. Ever since I thought about doing music, even when I was a teen, I have called myself Jr. in the music world. You have some great accomplishments under your belt, including surpassing 100k streams on your released music. What's that like?  Honestly, it tells me I can do this at the highest level by continuing to work and develop my sound. It’s cool, but I know I can be and do greater. But when I really look at it from the outside in, it is an accomplishment. I would just say I’m ready to build on it as much as I can. We really enjoyed your single “What I Want”. How would you describe your creative process behind this record? What I Want is one of those tracks I did whereas soon the song starts and you hear that animated beat start to ride - it automatically took me into the DC Universe and I immediately thought of Batman’s “The Dark Knight” movie (hence the cover art). And the hook, verse mixed in with my personal feelings all came out right away in the songwriting process. What inspired you to write "What I Want”? I’ve been having a lot of toxic people and energies in my life these past few years. And basically, two years ago I had a friend who told another one of my friends that like my energy was changing or some bs.. ironically at the same time... our friend (who he told that to) was blowing up in football. And now that friend is like a major player in the NFL now for a team that just made the playoffs this year actually... s/o to him though. And just knowing the energy and buzz in my city of Louisville, KY right now. There’s a lot of people trying to get it in music and I feel like a lot of people sometimes sneak diss or feel some type of way that I can actually be one of the people who can do this at an elite level.. but downplay me and my music because of that. This song was basically made from all of that toxic energy that I’ve been holding in for a while. It’s like a release. Now I’m not afraid to release it anymore like I used to be. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? I plan on releasing a project this year called “The Chronicles of the Misunderstood”. And also a slew of singles that I got ready to keep the spring and summer lit. This is going to be one of those years where I just release a lot of deeply crafted music. Oh.. and I also got a smooth R&B ballad called “Stay With Me” with an amazing singer named Phil. I’m actually heading to NYC this weekend to shoot a music video with him on that collaboration.. so I’m very excited about that because we were working on getting that song out and a visual shot for months now. So that’s probably the next song that will be coming from me! instagram.com/starpowerjr_ twitter.com/starpowerjr_ facebook.com/starpowerjr_ #BuzzMusic