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At the tender age of 8, Ethan Bortnick has already paraded his sensational piano playing all over The Tonight Show, Oprah, Good Morning America, Disney, and even Nickelodeon! Since then, Ethan Bortnick has used his talents to raise over 50 Million dollars for charity worldwide! Now at 18 years old, Ethan Bortnick plans on unveiling the next chapter of his story with this catchy and sophisticated piano pop single, “Leave Me Alone” We took a listen to “Leave Me Alone” by Ethan Bortnick and this song was a SMASH! We loved the theatrics it provided us. The piano chords were riveting and up-lifting. He showcased the transitions in tempo from soft and melodic to more rhythmic and fast. “Leave Me Alone” has killer piano playing alongside highly skilled vocals with an expansive range. The dynamics of “Leave Me Alone” were enigmatically entertaining. Ethan Bortnick is one of those artists who simply cannot be compared to another artist due to his multi-faceted appeal. Not only was “Leave Me Alone” pop driven, he still develops different genres fused within one sensational hit. This includes Jazz, Blues, and even the style of broadway! “Leave Me Alone” is a digestible song for a wide audience of listeners who would find themselves enjoying every bit of this record! Thank you for sharing your music with us Ethan Bortnick! Beginning as a piano player, in what ways has your background in this field benefitted your music today? For me, the piano has always been my main instrument, and it remains my focus today. It's where I feel most at home so writing a song without it is like trying to thread a needle. When it comes to the new sound, not only is it evident that I'm a piano player first and foremost but it also shows off my classical and jazz background with all the fun music nerd tidbits snuck into each song. You had many success growing up by playing for multiple venues and shows. How has the journey been for you overall so far? The journey has been amazing. To be able to perform and experience the whole world from just doing what I love is something I will never take for granted. Over the years I've gotten so much experience as a musician and a performer as well as meeting so many people and musicians. So this new sound is sort of a result of that, and also growing older and a desire to bring something new to the music scene. Let’s discuss this song “Leave Me Alone” ! what was the major theme behind it? In what ways were you hoping to highlight this!? When Leave Me Alone was "conceived (lol)," it was the first song to come out of the writing session specifically for my rebranding. As soon as it came out we (my producer and I) knew it was something pretty cool. However, it was not until we went to record my piano parts that we knew this would be a crazy first release. What inspired you to write “Leave Me Alone”? To be very frank, I was inspired to write this song because I was experiencing the pure human emotion of being: *annoyed*. Some very new friends of mine began to spread some not-very-friendly lies about me all over our friend group. And I didn't want any part in it so I just left it alone. And then they pestered me more. And I left it alone. Thus issuing a cycle and a song. What’s next for you Ethan Bortnick? What's next right this second: homework, eat, go potty, sleep. What's next in the distant future: I've got a giant stack of songs that are ready, and I plan to release them steadily over the next year. And then August is the start of my fall tour until November, which I'm very excited for. Connect with Ethan Bortnick on social media: www.instagram.com/ethanbortnick www.facebook.com/ethanbortnick www.twitter.com/ethanbortnick #BuzzMusic

Teniele G was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and resides in Virginia. Teniele G has now returned back home to the states from Europe. Teniele G has been involved with music since a young age. She sang in multiple choirs through church throughout her elementary years. As time progressed, Teniele G shifted towards the MC side of music, starting to create music at the young age of nine years old. It’s very smart for an artist to incorporate a trend into their music. This resonates well with the younger audience listeners, which in most cases, are the largger audience. Teniele G subtly delivered us a trendy hit with “FaceTime”. “FaceTime” has lyrics many people can find themselves obsessing over due to the quick wit and detail it possesses. Teniele G still manages to find a high level of maturity within the song due to the deeper context of the lyrics. “FaceTime” was a fun way to highlight the heartbreak and the missing gap a person feels when someones they’re comfortable around is no longer in their lives. “FaceTime” has comforting melodies through the articulation of Teniele G's voice while still remaining substantial enough to keep us wide awake and attentive with the music. Listen to "FaceTime" here and be sure to check out our exclusive interview with Teniele G below! Welcome to BuzzMusic Teniele G! How was it growing up in Brooklyn, New York? Essentially one of the starting grouds for hip-hop! Were you influenced in any way? Growing up in Brooklyn was pretty chill, I didn’t do too much but go to school, play basketball, and hang out with my cousins from time to time. I started writing music when I left NY at   the age of 10 and I can say knowing about Biggie and Jay-Z motivated me to become the best like them, because they were from NY. Let’s talk about this fun hit, “FaceTime”. What was the major theme and meaning surrounding the metaphorical lyrics? “FaceTime” is about a woman having a long day and wanting her significant other to call her on FaceTime, because just seeing them is some type of relaxation and comfort. The woman also wants to show her significant other a surprise and towards the end of the song it switches to a reggae vibe with her stating “I’mma wine up on ya”. In what ways were you as an artist able to personally relate to the lyrics of “FaceTime”? All of my songs are from personal experiences or what I’ve witnessed. So I came up with the song, because I’ve missed someone and some days can be extremely long and stressful and being on FaceTime with that special someone can put me at ease. Did you face any challenges while making this record? I didn’t face any challenges with the song. I ended up writing to it shortly after hearing the beat and recorded it right after in my home studio. What’s next for you Teniele G? I’m currently working on an R&B album, so I’m not focusing too much on making hip-hop songs, but I do have some verses incorporated with a couple songs. It’s a new challenge for me, because the writing and recording style is slightly different. Connect with Teniele G on social media: Twitter:  www.twitter.com/Teniele Instagram: www.instagram.com/tenieleg/

Montreal, Canada based band Algorhythm with a progressive rock-jazz fusion sound was founded by Alexander Lioubimenko who performs vocals, keyboards and is a songwriter. The band also consists of members Hugo Leclerc performing the woodwinds, Marc-Gabriel Laverrière playing guitar, Marc Scott on bass, and Greg Kustka-Tsimbidis on drums. Many of the members bring professional musical knowledge from schools such as McGill Schulich School of Music, Berklee College of Music and UQAM. With the release of their debut EP, Algorhythm has been able to make a name for themselves in the Montreal music scene. Inspired by artists such as Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock and Pink Floyd, the band uses intense tones from rock and nuances of jazz to create their unmatchable style along with many improvisations throughout their songs that allow the listener to experience music like no other. This technique allows for interpretation and imagination from the audience and triggers a deeper interaction with the music itself. Algorhythm is currently working on the music video for “Why Now”, their first single of their EP, along with recording a new song for future release. “Why Now” has very funky tones that start of the track with the perfect blend of jazz and rock to form an incomparable sound that has flashes of many older decades of music compiled into one masterpiece. Alexander’s vocals are rough around the edges yet refined with the sound of experience and a passion for the music the group is creating that you can physically feel through the pulsing vocalizations. The improvisation sections during the different solos add character to this feel good track and I commend Algorhythm for combining such a vast number of instrumental sounds into this focused, meaningful song that gets the mind wandering through a dreamscape. You get the initial feeling of being transported to another land with the nature sounds that can be found at the beginning of “Why Now” and the story that is delivered through the lyrics helps paint this picture of a distant place that is full of mystery. I personally really love that there is a chance for each individual member to showcase their talents and you can get a view of each person embedded in their solo sections with the emotion that can be felt through each instrument. Listen to "Why Now" here and get to know more about the band in our interview below! Hey Algorhythm! Fantastic to chat with you! Can you tell us a bit more about yourselves? We are a progressive rock/jazz fusion band based in Montreal, Canada. Our music is highly influenced Gentle Giant, King Crimson, Pink Floyd, and all kind of other groovy/funky stuff. We are all in our twenties and have studied music professionally. The band has been in existence for a little under a year now. Alexander Lioubimenko is our band leader and the sole music writer in the group. We like to goof around and try to deliver our somewhat complex music in the most delicate of ways. Can you walk us through what the creative process for “Why Now"? Why Now is a song that started with a very groovy bass line riff that you can witness in the song. In fact, this riff was played on a Fender Rhodes and later transitioned to a Clavinet/Hammond Organ mix of sounds. The idea behind the melody was to keep everything very pentatonic and smooth meanwhile the band is driving at the speed of light with a heavy groove. The halftime idea after the second chorus was initially intended as a hip-hop breakdown, but turned into a drum solo and sweet (and I mean super sweet) bass solo. The mellotron strings are reminiscent of King Crimson and help culminate the song beautifully. Where did you draw inspiration for the lyrics in “Why Now”? The meaning behind the words to "Why Now" is quite deep... This song is about vengeance brought to those that have been dealing in wrongdoings and eventually their complete wipe out. Pretty dark! The image of a sort of beast that takes care of business is quickly introduced in the first verse and later we witness the withdrawal/regret that these criminals experience, but it is now too late. The ultimate question lies, "Why now? Why not sooner?" From an artist’s perspective, what sets you apart from others in the music industry? Our music is highly interactive as it exhibits a high degree of improvisation. The musicians constantly create on the spot, and so no matter how many times you see or hear us, it will never be the same. Also, progressive rock is often defined by a mix of elements, however, we believe that the genres and specificity that lie within our compositions are different from the "traditional" prog rock. Jazz occupies a large portion of our music and so we often tend to consider ourselves as a progressive jazz group with the brute driven energy of rock! Tell us what’s next for Algorhythm in 2019! We have a lot of exciting news, and releases planned for this year. Although we cannot reveal specific dates (just yet), there will be a music video that is currently in the works for one of our songs from the debut EP, a brand new single with a live in studio clip, a bunch more artwork, new compositions, and a bunch of live performances. We are looking forward to each and everyone one of these, and hope you are too. Connect with Algorhythm on social media: www.instagram.com/algorhythm.mtl www.facebook.com/algorhythm.mtl www.twitter.com/algorhythmmtl www.algorhythm-mtl.com #BuzzMusic

Yung Dee is an 18-year-old from Florida whose trying to transform his dreams into a reality and is looking to spread his music and his following. Yung Dee knows exactly how to appeal to a crowd of hip-hop lovers with his new single titled “Clout Chaser”. The beat in this record went hard, but my favorite part of this song was the way Yung Dee delivered. The metaphors in“Clout Chaser” instantly brought a smile to my face. You know when you hear lyrics that are so dope you get to laughing, smiling. Well, that’s exactly what we experienced from “Clout Chaser”. The way Yung Dee rode the beat like a perfect wave was way too impressive. Yung Dee definitely has what it takes to become a hit-maker in the rap game. He knows how to construct a catchy hook and well-arranged verses that bring ultimate entertainment. Yung Dee can weave between the styles of trap rapping and conscious rap. He finds a balance in lyrical ability with hype energy. How can this get any better? A lyricist who can also flow on a colorful beat as Yung Dee did is just remarkably interesting in this current wave of hip-hop. Yung Dee shows you can be a multitude of elements as a rapper instead of sticking to one singular surface style of rap. Yung Dee is a refreshing newcomer to the game and we’re excited to see what he delivers next! Listen to "Clout Chaser" here and check out the full interview with Yung Dee below! Welcome to BuzzMusic Yung Dee! We’re happy to have you. What inspired you to began making music? How has the journey been so far for you? What inspired me to make music was my uncle to be honest. He used to be a rapper until he died at 22. The journey has been slow and steady but i'll win the race. What are some of the challenges you face as a new upcoming artist in the rap industry? One of the challenges is Getting a following. Promotions like this one are a great way to start. Do you have an idea on what your specific sound of music is? Or do you like to explore other genres in-depth? My sound is my truth and my perspective on how I view the world around me. What was the overall vision behind your single “Clout Chaser”? I was just shaming the clout chasers we have in this generation, People would do anything for a little fame and it makes me sick. How do you plan to continue elevating yourself and your career? I plan on rising to the top by creating more good music and spreading my sound nation wide. This is only the beginning and only time will tell. Connect with Yung Dee on social media: www.Instagram.com/Yung_Dee__ www.Twitter.com/thereal_dee

21 year old Meka from Nothern Virginia is a D1 basketball player who changed paths and became an artist. With a large following of listeners from across the world, Meka’s use of a variety of styles and genres makes his self-mixed and mastered music even more impressive. Meka has been influenced by artists such as Drake, XXTENATCION and Gunna while trying to create a sound that is unique and boosts him to the top of the music industry along with an extremely recognizable name. In “Delivery”, Meka utilizes the lower notes of the piano to emphasize his initial beat, and has a variety of sounds that gradually make an entrance throughout the song, as well as various subtle vocalization additions to accompany the main rap sections. Meka and Moose have collaborated to create a driving track that is packed full with lyrics that leave the audience wanting to hear more lyrical savagery as both artists are able to drop lines like it’s nobody’s business. I love the gradual build-up of intensity that is found in “Delivery”, leaving you in suspense for something specific to arrive – more talent that we can handle as this pair works extremely well together. The use of metaphors that Meka uses throughout “Delivery” really draws listeners in as many of the lines are relatable and I love the use of famous lines like “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” which gives an added layer of relatability for the audience. Overall, this duo have created a collaborative track that brings forward a high level of skill, writing ability, and is a song that I highly recommend you add to your daily playlist for music that gets the body bumping. Listen to "Delivery" here and get to know more about Meka in our interview below! Hey Meka! Love the sound you have created! Can you tell us a bit more about yourself? I’m a 21 year old kid from the 703 (Northern VA). I played D1 basketball at VMI and then I decided to pursue music. I couldn’t get into studios when I was starting out so I decided to do everything myself from writing and recording to mixing and mastering. You hear me talk about “the family” in a lot of my songs, that’s just what I call my actual family plus some people who have become my brothers through life. Family means everything to me. I’m even managed by one of my best friends since middle school named Miles Lucas. He’s been a huge part of getting me to where I am now, and him and I are going straight to the top. What was the first moment that you fell in love with music? I don’t know if I can name a single moment that I fell in love with music. I just remember music always having a special effect on me and no matter what I’ve been going through, music is always a reliable getaway for me to turn to. I started playing piano while I was at VMI because the piano was in the church and they didn’t haze us in there. My mom listens to a lot of classic rock so I think you can hear some of that inspiration in my music. I love all types of different music. Tell us the meaning behind the lyrics in “Delivery”! Delivery is just a fun song I came up with right after I heard the beat. The producer, Kiwaev, posted it on Instagram and asked “who do y’all hear on this beat?” and I replied “me” so he sent it to me and I ripped it right away. The basic premise of delivery is just that I’ll always deliver no matter what. Whether I have distractions, whether I have no help, or whether other people are trying to stop me. I’ll always deliver. As soon as I recorded it I knew I had to send it to my boy Moo$e because that’s his type of beat. I actually went to his house to record him and mixed it that night. How did you decide on creating your unique and eclectic sound? I never really “decided” to create my sound, I just wanted to make music that I like. Like I said, I listen to a lot of different types of music so why not make a lot of different types of music? XXXTENTACION and Drake are my favorite artists because of their versatility.  People get tired of the same old flows very quickly. Nowadays you need versatility to last in the game. Can we expect to see any new music or performances from you in 2019? My manager and I are working on scheduling performances but right now we’re focused on my mixtape. I’m planning on releasing a tape in July called “Off the Rails”. It’s called that for a few different reasons, the main one being that it contains a bunch of different genres. It’s my way of saying people can’t keep me in one lane. Connect with Meka on social media: Instagram.com/meka.jpg Twitter.com/MekaFromThe703 #BuzzMusic

JayTrey is an Ohio MC looking to make his mark on the game! After two projects in 2017 and 2018, the rapper is gearing to release his first album "Phoenix" in late 2019. One of the leading tacks on this album is the single titled “En Fuego” featuring the artist Britney Jayy. “En Fuego” is bound to be a summer hit with the delightful vibrancy that’s exuding across the element of pop. the melodic production alongside the rhythmically driven tempo was nicely arranged and manufactured a danceable tune! Despite the charismatic and outgoing beat and aesthetic of the song, the vocals by Britney were emotionally rich, with a strong texture you won’t forget. The lyrics that were delivered by the rapper JayTrey seemed to have a deeper context than what you may have expected. I loved the hook. I started singing along with the artists because it was so contagious. It infects you with a string of sonic and soaring vibrations and a relaxing sense of exhilarating dance moves. “En Fuego” will no doubt in mind be the perfect song people can let loose too during our upcoming summer season! Listen to the single here and get to know more below in our interview! Welcome to BuzzMusic JayTrey! How has the journey been for you so far as an artist? What are some challenges you face and tend to overcome? The Journey as an artist has come with its challenges, but I will say that I have grown to develop a sound that people genuinely enjoy and I work so much harder than I ever have. When I first started, I had no idea what type of sound or tone I wanted to go with my music but now I’m making music how I feel and people have been very receptive. How does your new debut album “Phoenix” differentiate itself from your previous two projects? Some challenges I face is fear of rejection and also writers block. I used to be afraid that if a person didn’t enjoy my music that I wasn’t good enough and would beat myself up trying to make tracks sound better. Eventually I just accepted that I won’t be able to please everyone and make music for the people that do support me and hopefully change the mind of haters. And the writer’s block is just me trying to come up with original ideas but get stumped. I just try to write stories and relatable songs that I have personally experienced. That usually helps me because I want the listeners, my fans, to know that everything I write or say is who I am and what I’ve been through no fakeness about it. Was there anything you wanted to do differently with “Phoenix” that you didn’t have the chance to do with your past releases? Phoenix was an idea that I had for a long time, even before I made music. I wanted to create an album that had something for everybody and told a story throughout. My previous bodies of work were just songs that me and my producer/friend Anthony Church put together to give people a look at what we sounded like. Phoenix is actually well put together and thought out and we spent almost two years perfecting the track listing until we knew this was the one. Describe the meaning behind “En Fuego” what inspired you to write this song? I adapted more singing and crooning into my music than before. Mostly I would just rap over beats and have a hook either sung by me or a featured artist, like the lovely Bianca Sings. This album I wanted to challenge my writing abilities to make R&B/Soul songs and touch on a much different genre. I didn’t get to do that with the other releases because I was so focused on establishing that I was a rapper, but with Phoenix I wanted to show that I am an artist. En Fuego was a first a beat my uncle Lee Snell sent me for my birthday. I have always enjoyed island/vibey types of music and this beat felt like a summertime song. I wrote this as a guy who is out at the beach trying to impress a girl who has been through stress and pain her whole life and just taking on the world together. Britney Jayy came along at the perfect time because we had sent the song to multiple female vocalist because me and Church had envision a female on the hook. She killed that chorus and added that extra flavor to the song. I knew this was a summer anthem from the get go and that’s what I aimed for it to be What’s next for you JayTrey? Hopefully a tour to kick start soon in support of the album. More merch from the label owned by myself and Anthony Church “Proven Knowledge “ to come for our fans. We have a special project that is top secret at the moment but will be announced shortly after Phoenix. And I wanna start collaborating with other artists, whether that be rappers or singers.  The work never stops and I plan to keep it that way Connect with JayTrey on social media: @jaytrey42 @britneyjayy #BuzzMusic

Hip Hop artist Lightweight Literate was born and raised in the suburbs of a small town called Yuba City, California. Lightweight Literate's music and sound reflect a “Silver Spoon” upbringing contrary to the average rapper. Many artists would pride themselves on the struggle. However, Lightweight prides himself in the overwhelming love and support from family and fans. Lightweight Literate excelled past my expectations with the release of his single titled “Old Mind”. "Old Mind" was so powerfully moving to me. The passion in his lyrics and the way he delivered it was so astonishing to me. He made us feel as if we were apart of the music as well. The lyrics were compelling, dynamically written, and vulnerable in a sense. The lyricism in “Old Mind” felt as if it was a reflection of the thoughts and feelings of “Old Mind”. His vocal resonance was badass. He had this nice grit and raspy quality to the tone of his voice in which helped emphasize the emotion of the song. Once I studied the lyrics of this record, I was able to grasp the idea that this song was possibly about the themes of heartbreak, disappointment, and distrust. Many people will be able to relate to the meaning of “Old Mind”. And if you don’t relate to the song? You’re still able to vibe with Lightweight Literate due to his insane flow and hard-hitting punchlines. I mean, he constructs the energy for us. It’s just up to us to attain it! Listen to "Old Mind" here! Hey Lightweight Literate! In what ways has your upbringing and environment, impacted your style of music? I was brought up in a loving family and I believe that guided me to continue pursuing my goals. However, my style of music is only impacted if I decide. It’s a conscious decision. Right now I’m growing and I am constantly changing I don’t want to get to a stale place and I want to keep experimenting. Let’s talk about the newest mixtape LLNOTCOOLJ. What are some of the main themes on this mixtape? This is probably my darkest tape yet. That being said, I was hesitant to show that side of me in this way. You can hear a lot of heartbreak in the tracks. Its my one way to vent when I quietly struggle with my demons. A strong theme in the tape is never giving up on what you started. LLNOTCOOLJ started as a thought and through action, like all my projects, I constructed it into existence. Also a theme of flexing on people who haven’t supported me. Look at where I’m at. In what ways do “Old Mind” reflect the theme of “LLNOTCOOLJ”? What inspired you to write “Old Mind”? Old Mind is a perfect example of the heart break and never giving up. In the track I battle with myself and my constant need to be better than my last project. I feel a responsibility to my family and friends to show them I’m special, but my constant need to show how special I am makes me feel lonely. I showcase my feelings of inadequacy in my life while also telling myself I can’t give up. I had the intro and first verse done way back, but it took me getting to a darker place to finish the song off. You can hear the aggression. Out of all your songs off your tape, which do you feel more connected too and why? All my tracks I have a strong attachment to. If I had to pick I would say the title track LLNOTCOOLJ I am most connected because I made that track before the whole tape was even made and told myself that I have to finish the tape now before I release that track. I’m flexing my singing muscle as well as getting into a lyrical bag. There is a HI quality music video coming soon with it so I’m stoked on that as well. What’s next for you Lightweight Literate? I have a couple of collab tapes with different artists in the works. As always I’ve been at work on my next solo mixtape as well. After 5 tapes, I will release my debut album. Connect with Lightweight Literate on social media: www.youtube.com/lightweightliterate www.facebook.com/lightweightliterate/ www.instagram.com/lightweightliterate/

VYNYL is the next band we bring to you BuzzMusic listeners. VYNYL will attract the electro pop listeners out there for sure! This band, comprised of John Tyler,  Andrew Cole, and Hunter Heurich, bring together each of their visions for what an eclectic and diverse-sounding song should sound like. Their sound is not quite like any other sound we’ve personally heard before to be quite honest—VYNYL catches your attention with their mesmerizing rhythms and haunting vocalism. They use a lot of hard-hitting beats to amplify the darker side to their music, and we’re all for it! The energy they push into the listener is rejuvenating, and we’re incredibly thankful that VYNYL is releasing new music, especially today! We’re incredibly excited to pronounce that VYNYL dropped his latest track TODAY! VYNYL immediately starts his new track “Insomniac” off with the fun-loving upbeat rhythm found in almost every great pop hit! VYNYL really needs to be called out for his exceptional vocalism—the notes this artist can reach is insane! We were really blown away with the aggressive outtake VYNYL took on his single “Insomniac” in terms of lyrical execution. He really cracks down on perfecting the raw and rich aspect of his lyrics that can often be absent in pop songs. NYNYL loses us, entrances us even, with the mixture of varying melodies—we hear an incredible diverse mix of sounds on the producing part of this single, and all of the blended rhythms complement VYNYL’s tune perfectly. We love a song that can provide a feel-good vibe (who doesn’t like to feel good while listening to a track?!) and VYNYL delivers on all aspects! Give a listen to VYNYL’s “Insomniac” here, and don’t forget to read his exclusive interview below! VYNYL! Can you tell our readers how you came up with your name? The name was actually created as a joke - Andrew (Bassist) and I (Tyler) came up with the name after we had returned home from a record store, and were talking about how we wanted to start a band that was good enough to be pressed to vinyl - and how funny it would be to name that band "Vinyl" and then make our self titled album exclusively on a record, so it would be "Vinyl: Vinyl on vinyl) However, the name Vinyl was taken so we changed it to a "Y" and put it all caps, and VYNYL was born! What kind of elements do you guys believe are integral to the curation of your sound? I think that constantly discovering and exploring music from the past as well as the present has helped us grow and find what we really connect to - and we really try to capture emotions/vibes in our writing, both lyrically and musically. How was the production of “Insomniac”? Did you find it difficult to create the exact vision you all had for the single? I wouldn't say it was difficult at all! The initial idea was literally an afterthought that Hunter showed us after showing us a bunch of ideas he had that might work to be songs. When we heard that one we were like - Yeah, that's the one. We developed it with our producer and took it to Nashville to record, spent a week working with Lost Terra - who's an amazing producer - and cranked it out! Who is each of yours top artist you look up to for musical guidance? Andrew: David Bowie Logan: Young the Giant Hunter: Ryan Tedder Tyler: Prince Are we going to hear more new releases from you guys in the near future? Absolutely! We have another single being released in August, as well as an EP slated for a fall release. Connect with VYNL on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/VYNYLBand Instagram: www.facebook.com/vynyltheband Twitter: www.twitter.com/vynyl #BuzzMusic

At only 19 years old, Zanique has discovered and refined her unique sound. Raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, Zanique and her father moved around quite a bit after Zanique’s mother sadly passed away when Zanique was only 2 years old. Her and her father finally settled on staying in Indiana. Her family runs thick with musical talents so it was no surprise that that Zanique grew up listening to inspiring soul and R&B tracks. As a child, she distinctly remembers hearing Aaliyah, Bilal, Robin Thicke, and many others. Since the age of 11, Zanique has been creating music, everything from writing to engineering the track. She didn’t build up the courage to show anyone her music until she was 18! An up and comer with many years of experience under her belt, Zanique is taking the music industry by storm. Zanique’s new single “Talking That Sh*t” is a smooth R&B banger. Zanique’s vocals along with her flawless flow make her an artist to beat! She exudes confidence and femininity through my speakers. I’m in awe of her effortless ability to demand attention from her listeners. Her fans can vibe and relate to “Talking That Sh*t” because of it’s empowering theme. Zanique expresses her feelings with conviction and power throughout “Talking That Sh*t”. The song highlights the highs and lows of trying to get over a breakup and ultimately deciding the walk away from it. Zanique is brilliantly vulnerable and allows her fans to get to know her on a deeper level. I highly recommend you check out “Talking That Sh*t” and stay on the lookout for Zanique! Listen to “Talking That Sh*t” here. Read more below in our exclusive interview! Hi Zanique! Can you start by telling our readers more about yourself and how you made the decision to get your music out there? I’m a really quiet to myself type of person so for a long time only my family knew and I would never really sing around them. When I went off to college I had been in my room one night watching the Grammys. After sza lost Best new artist to Alessia cara I decided to start writing again. I was upset, I was disappointed and it sparked a flame. The rest of the semester I was writing every night after that. Working on my sound recording but not releasing. So when I came home from school for the summer I recorded my first song and something gave me the courage to send it to my friend. She told me to put it out immediately and the response was great so I continued. What’s the music scene like in Indiana? It’s a lot of talented versatile artist in the city. But it’s not really a music scene it’s not like Dallas or Atlanta. Everybody does their own thing but we forget to support each other like some of the big cities. In your opinion, what impact should “Talking That Sh*t” have on the listener? Talking that sh*t is the type of song that makes somebody realize their situation and their worth. It's relatable. It’s so many people that deal with that situation. I just want people to feel that sh*t really feel it. What are some challenges you’ve faced as a new artist? How do you overcome those challenges? As a new artist sometimes I’m discouraged by the lack of resources. That alone kills my motivation sometimes. But knowing where this could go I keep going. Also being from Indianapolis and being a new artist it’s harder But I think good music will make it’s way around the world regardless of the location. Is this single leading up to a new EP in the near future? I am releasing an EP called “Full Moon” in 3-4 months , I can’t wait. It’s the first project I’ll release into the world. I’m excited. Connect with Zanique on social media: Instagram:  www.instagram.com/_Zanique_ Twitter www.twitter.com/Zaniquemusic #BuzzMusic

Full of wisdom beyond his years, Miles Prime is a talented artist from Phoenix. With over 15 years of writing experience, Miles developed his style and discovered his passion for music early. A modern phenomenon, Miles Prime uses writing as a natural channel for his emotive expression. His music allow the listener to bare witness to history in the making as Miles Prime lays a foundation and expectation for many artists to follow. Miles Prime’s newest track “It’s Me, David Miles” is the first single released off of his upcoming EP that bares the same name. Simple yet intricate and brilliant, “It’s Me, David Miles” tells a light hearted story of who Miles Prime is. It’s a song of reflection as Miles opens up about 100% with himself and being comfortable that way. Easy said than done, Miles has managed to let his personality shine through the speakers as his hypnotizing vocals speak truth. Miles is an expert at carving his feelings onto paper and turning it into living poetry through vulnerable and meaningful singles such as “It’s Me, David Miles”. Miles create music that his fans can relate to and reflect on themselves. His music is easy to chill and relax to, while your mind gets lost in the spectacular lyricism. “It’s Me, David Miles” will be dropping June 15th, stay on the lookout. Check out “It’s Me, David Miles” here and read more in our interview below! Hi Miles Prime! Can you start by telling our readers a bit about yourself? How did you get started in music? Hey! well for starters I’m from Phoenix, AZ, currently 24 years old now, and I’ve been making music since i was 8 years old. Ever since i performed at my first talent show i pretty much knew what my destiny was and exactly who/what i wanted to be in life. Ever since then everything involving me has revolved around music How did you come up with your stage name? It’s pretty simple actually haha. My last name is Miles so i took that and combined it with Optimus Prime’s last name. He’s known to be the coolest and best transformer, and that’s how i view my material and myself. One of the coolest cats out there! Do any specific artists inspire you or influence your sound? Not any one specific artist but majority. I can catch inspiration from anything. whether it be a random bird chirping or a random song i heard on the radio. I take everything as inspiration especially sounds, and incorporate that into my music What overall message to you hope the listener receives with the single “It’s Me, David Miles”? I just want people to be comfortable being themselves. I want people to look in the mirror and realize like hey “I’m cool as hell. I’m unique and there’s nobody else like me” What theme can we expect from your much-anticipated EP? You can expect a bunch of different themes. Themes of consciousness, fear, happiness, revelation etc all in one. This is a project of truth. Whichever yours is will be for the listener to decide. #BuzzMusic