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Cheap Synths just released their music video today for “Devastate” and we can't get enough of it. We’re feeling pretty fulfilled to have finally found a band that incorporates everything we want and look for in a good quality song, video and beyond! Cheap Synths is the definition of a band transforming a category. The newly signed (Rough Trade) band takes their production to an entirely new and improved level by combining the most loved and generated sounds we hear today, with their own unique take on the alternative rock scene. Cheap Synths's detailed visual will have you feeling completely rejuvenated after watching. In the introduction of the video, the band showcases a whimsical personality trait while wearing costume heads of different animals, with wearing the same colored jumpsuit. This already intrigues the viewer by showing off good humor and a sense of style. As we continued to watch this intricate video, we become, in a way, inspired! The band rides around the city at night wearing these costumes and simply enjoying the "in the moment" vibe. While the lyrics of the music hints the theme of freedom and living life to the fullest, the body language and silent dialogue presented in the video complement the theme nicely. What was real cool about this video was how it seems like the band drove into “fame” so to say. As they ride continues, the time changes, everyone around is capturing photos of the interesting looking people in the car who has become the center of attention. The audience in the video becomes mesmerized by them, the same way we were mesmerized while viewing the video. Although this visual showcases a significant amount of elements of fun and charisma, we believe there’s an underlying message beneath it all. Cheap Synths strategically appealed to our emotions by radiating energy, appealed to our thinking by evoking a sense of nomadic wonderment for the meaning of the video, and all around delivered a great video! We were also blown away with how similar they sound to the most amazing aspects of 21 Pilots and AWOLNATION and yet still coining some of the vibes we get from the most iconic records by artists such as Tame Impala, MGMT and Cage The Elephant. We have never heard a band incorporate so many of our favorite sounds into one song, and we’re over the moon that they did with this one! Watch Cheap Synths eclectic video “Devastate” here. Connect with Cheap Synths on social media: www.instagram.com/cheapsynths www.facebook.com/CheapSynths

TI IEYRETI IERE is an artist with a desire to make you dance, think and feel. Before the end of 2019, TI IEYRETI IERE plans on releasing a 4-part EP series called “HŪMN”. Part 1 of this series, “HŪMN (Being)”, was released on April 26th and has already enjoyed some success on Spotify. All of the music is co-written and co-produced by D.J. Craig, a dynamic artist and vocalist with an impeccable range and performance style. He easily bends genres, taking his cue from classic artists such as Prince, Freddie Mercury, George Michael and Phil Collins, as well as modern day artists such as OneRepublic, The 1975, Linkin Park, Imagine Dragons and Twenty-One Pilots. Stay tuned for more of TI IEYRETI IERE’s music in 2019! “Nice Guys” is a recently released single from TI IEYRETI IERE’s EP, ““HŪMN (Being)”. This song immediately sets itself apart with its unique sounding ethereal synths that open the song. However this state of bliss is immediately interrupted by an incredibly punchy beat and upfront vocals. This is used to ramp up the tension until the first verse begins in earnest just under one minute in. This song is great because it’s actually quite difficult to define. It has elements of hip hop, RnB, soul, pop, and even reggae elements come through at times. The arrangement and production is top notch as well, using space and silence to great effect as well as filling the frame with lots of sound during the choruses. The vocals themselves are impressive and delivered with confidence and a polished performances. “Nice Guys” is a truly unique single from a truly unique artist. We are interested to see what TI IEYRETI IERE has in store for the future, but while we wait, check out this single! Listen to "Nice Guys" here and read out exclusive interview with TI IEYRETI IERE below! Thanks for chatting with us! To start off, can you describe a bit about your background and how you first became involved with music? Music kind of chases ū. Not the music business, but the love of it. Ū can try to run from it, have passion for other things, dabble in this or that, but when you’re born for it, it will inevitably get ū. Believe it or not, it was SCHOOL OF ROCK that roped me into wanting to be a rock star. Sounds silly, but there was a kind of freedom and fun about the way music was introduced in that movie. I was super young, so when I saw it, it was like... I want to feel like that. But most importantly, I wanted to make people feel like I felt when I watched it. It’s been chasing me ever since. Chased me from Pennsylvania to Cali. Chases me through every no, every disappointment, rejection and it will chase me all the way to stadium shows and awards acceptance speeches. I’ll be running from it when I’m cane walking and grey. Probably to the bed I call death. Yep... music is just in there. Who would you say are your biggest artistic influences? Started out with classics like Styx, Journey (thanks Papa). Then came Blink 182, Fall Out Boy and Green Day. Then feeling like a rebel at 12 rapping to Eminem. Tarzan Soundtrack by Phil Collins... one of my favorite works of music in history. But my reach of music was very limited. Once I got to Cali, I was introduced to catalogs of music that have since overwhelmed me. Prince, once he died it was like I plunged into a purple pool of undeniable, singularly one of a kind mastery of art, sound and fearlessness. He was... there are no words. Linkin Park is one of my favorite bands ever. John Mayer, Coldplay, OneRepublic, 3 of the best songwriting schools you can study in. Now delving into George Michael, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Twenty One Pilots. Ok... if I keep thinking about it, I’ll keep writing. That’s enough. Hopefully somewhere within these first 4 EPs coming out in the next few months, Ū will hear every one of them represented in the work! Can you talk a little bit about your writing process? I wish I was cool and consistent enough to have a process. I can say that there was a lot of time spent kicking ourselves while creating this music. There’s this pressure to sound like everyone else that every artist feels. I don’t know when it changed, but it used to be that the job was to try your best to sound like no one else. Michael never went in the studio saying, “I gotta have a song just like Purple Rain.” Prince was never chasing “Billie Jean”. I’ve heard that it was the exact opposite. Don’t get caught in the other artist’s lane. Oh Michael’s doing this, well I’m gonna do that. Now, it’s quite the opposite. The pressure to make the next of the last thing that was hot stays breathing down your neck and it stifles you. So we purposely didn’t think about what’s “hot right now”. Finding the same beat and vocal rhythms as the masses. I’m literally not Chris Martin, Ryan Tedder, Adam Levine, Joe or Nick Jonas or Justin (pick one)! So why can’t the art I paint belong to me? So writing became more free, more fun. Less rules and more passion! If Ū can’t find an automatic “hit” out of that, then is that because it sounds like Khalid? Or Drake? The process is, there isn’t one. We went in to record a 5 song EP, we ended up with 33 songs in 6 months. Then we just kept working them until we felt love and God in them. You seem to draw influences from multiple genres. Is this something that’s always been natural for you or have you cultivated that over time? Definitely a learned behavior. Coming out of the box of rock music / “white” music is liberating for a young white kid from small town Pennsylvania! Meeting veterans who mentor ū and take ū under their wing who have been in the studio and stage with the greatest names in music history... it opens ū up!  So... by means of association, you’re actually listening to almost 50 years of combined music exploration. Push shuffle on our music and it will confuse ū! One second you’re in church, like real powerful gospel music, like Commissioned or The Clark Sisters. Then Michael Buble will play. Next thing will be Aaliyah. Then Prince (often). Then you’re mesmerized by Whitney’s prowess! Dancing to Rodney Jerkins and Timbaland produced songs. Then you’re slamming you’re fists to AC/DC and Guns & Roses. Then crying from the story telling of Barbara Streisand. Babyface’s genius plays over and over again from so many artists. Then Chicago’s harmonies and big guitars blast. Then it’s Earth Wind & Fire. It never ends... and then you find yourself unable to sit still in the box of a genre. You’re just all over the place making sounds that may or may not be specific to one thing.  We hope that’s what people feel, and hear. Ū asked that so it must be happening! And for that, there’s joy. What can we hope to see from you in the future? World domination! Lots of dangerous fashion risks. Passionate and political fights for HŪMN Rights! Music that heals, inspires and challenges the norm. Ending hatred toward people who are different... can a song do that? Didn’t Lennon? At least for a moment? Look for the guys who won’t let up... and the songs that will have a stamp of historical influence on them. A lane paved. Everywhere, from the night you make love to conceive, to the day of the birth, to the wedding day, graduation, first time ū fall in and then out of love, moving across country, fighting for a cause, standing at the foot of the bed of a loved one ū sadly have to say goodbye to...  Ū will say... TI IEYRETI IERE through it all. Connect with TI IEYRETI IERE on social media: www.instagram.com/itstheyrethere www.twitter.com/itstheyrethere #BuzzMusic

SlickDubz began his career when he was only 14 years old on DAWS on his computer. He began to experiment with his talent, more and more by writing, and eventually attaining a microphone to rap on beats. Now that he’s 16 years old, he fully transitioned himself into the artist SlickDubz and is ready to tell his story. SlickDubz released his single titled “VIBE$” which begins with an instrumental introduction right before the beat drops. As soon as the beat drops, it creates a dark trap sound, hauntingly curating the image of the record. SlickDubz shared something highly personable to him and who he is, which is his depression. Music seems to be an outlet for him as a way to express himself freely. This gives you a strong sense of wonderment for what the meaning of “VIBE$” could be about! Although he’s only 16 years old, his talent is far much advanced than his age, which is displayed in “VIBE$”. His flow, arrangement, production skills and delivery showcased a caliber of a professional rapper whose been in the game for multiple years. I mean, even charting artists struggle with some aspects of creating music, where as SlickDubz excels. Young and talented, he has the whole future ahead of him as he continues to craft his artistry, with growth. Listen to "VIBE$" from SlickDubz here and connect with him on Instagram for all new music and updates!

TWELVE E – (12E) makes a hard left when it comes to what you may expect from four guys from the Bronx, NY. Defying musical rules, structure and today's current pop culture trends. Twelve E has already been branded as an against the grain musical force to be recognized. Wondering how the formation of this band took place? The four members Wicked Swami (lead vocalist, songwriter and producer), Ne illest (keyboardist/vocalist), Tribal Florist (lead guitarist), and Just Luis (drummer/percussionist) all became friends in a musical high school in the Bronx. Not only do they work as a collective, but they are all unsigned independent artists with their own unique sound and a high energy stage presence that is a must watch! TWELVE E recently released the colorful new hit “Phone Call”. “Phone Call” begins with a recording of a phone line, to complement the style of this music. Nothing prepares you for the texturized vocals of Wicked Swami. His soft-like texture, soft delivery, and the melody of the record, all combines together to create the most chilling, smooth-sailing vocal articulation that just floats across the record and moves in an unforgettable direction. He pushes his listener into new dimensions with an unforgettable voice that reminds me a lot like the classic pop vocalists. “Phone Call” has elements of contemporary R&B and pop, while mixing a strong emotionally convicted ballad into play. The lyricism helps curate the relatable lyrics for the listener to feel sentimentally connected too. As musicians TWELVE E refuses to be boxed into one single form of creative musical expression. For them, that would be like being limited to only one emotion and in my opinion, they delivered the multi-faceted personality within “Phone Call”. A song you can vibe to and become invested in with the lyrics, Twelve-E is ready for the next step. Listen to "Phone Call" here and get to know more about TWELVE E in our interview below! Hello and welcome to BuzzMusic! Can you tell us a bit about Twelve E and how you came together? Hello Buzz Music and thank you for having us. TWELVE E is a musical band of four friends. Wicked Swami (Lead vocalist, songwriter and producer/engineer) Ne Illest ( Lead keyboardist, vocalist/lyricist) Tribal Florist (Lead  solo and rhythm guitarist) Just Luis ( Lead drummer and percussions producer) are all born and raised in The Bronx NY. We all met and became  friends in jazz band at Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music where we studied musical theory. Our music style range from classical, hip hop, r&b, pop, soft rock, edm, and metal. If you name it, at least one of us are into it. Our backgrounds  are Filipino, Dominican, African American, and Peruvian which adds to the flavor that we have. Our debut album MIXD AF ( Mixed As Fuck ) dropped February of 2019. The album was written, produced, and recorded in Swami’s apartment, in true creative independent artist fashion. In fact the apartment is where we formed as a band and how we got our name. How does your record “Phone Call” differentiate itself from your previous releases? Phone Call is different from previous releases because it is reminiscent of a touching classic pop ballot. TWELVE E’s goal when making music is to push, break, and create the next new genre. All our music demonstrates the use of all our different influences of musical styles. mixing genres, emotions and beats will be TWELVE E’s signature in the music world. Being innovative and experimentally free with our music is what you can expect from us. In what ways were you able to relate to the lyrics of “Phone Call” ? Phone Call is inspired and based on a real life event. With Wicked Swami you’ll sometimes get songs written almost immediately after the event while the feelings are still very fresh for him. It’s as if he’s trying to workout his emotions through his music. Every member of 12E can identify on some level with phone call. The song highlights that vulnerable moment that we as young men often go through be rarely show. This is what you are feeling when you hear that first guitar line filled with sadness. Phone Call has even been known to make a giant cry. Tell us about the theme of “Phone Call” and what inspired you to write this? The theme is pretty much living off of hope. The hope that maybe a relationship could be salvaged, and how you can actual be comfortable living with that until you are hit with a solid conformation thats its over forever. It’s about regretting putting your feelings out there one last time that’s ultimately met with rejection. It explains Swami’s transformation into a “ Monster ” Which is the following song after “ Phone Call ” on the album. What’s next for TWELVE E? We are working on music for our next project and also performing throughout New York City. You will also see a lot of future projects and collaborations with multiple artist that is within our creative collective. Don’t be surprised if you see us on a festival stage in your City. Connect with TWELVE E on social media: www.twitter.com/TwelveEnyc www.instagram.com/twelveenyc www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YlwMDhu6r0AfiRfIUR19g www.facebook.com/TwelveEnyc

Kayla Cariaga is a multitalented pop and alternative artist who has been extremely successful throughout her career. Kayla has a notable track record, with beginning to sing at age four, releasing her first two singles at the impressive age of 12, titled “Snow Flakes” and “Everything”, and jumping ahead, she has collaborated with the talented songwriter “Jackie’s Boy” from Universal Music Group, along with Richie Cannata from Billy Joel’s original band. Not only is Kayla a successful singer songwriter, she is also a gifted performer that can delight any crowd! She has performed all over America, including Orange County, Rockland County, New Jersey, and New York City, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas. Some of her performances include festivals, and music conferences, including CMJ (College Music Journal), Millennium Music Conference, New York City Marathon, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and many more. Kayla Cariaga not only is a successful artist and performer, she also is a hardworking student at SUNY Purchase. Kayla Cariaga released her newest single on April 26th, titled “Deserve You” which is a catchy pop song that relates to many. Kayla sings “Here we go again talking about her, how she messed up and screwed you over, you don’t need that type of love, what you need is a one true lover, all you need is someone who cares, someone who takes the time to be there, give you everything you’ve ever wanted”. This is my favorite part of the song because it relates to everybody. Kayla Cariaga reminds the listener about the type of relationship that everybody deserves! The lyrics have truth behind them and her voice is beautiful and charming. Along with her upbeat vibe, Kayla is gaining a lot of traction from this release! Kayla Cariaga is in the midst of receiving music distribution deals all around the world and is currently publishing local deals. She is presently working with well known producers with billboard hits in New York and LA To keep an eye out for her new and exciting releases, check out her website www.kaylacariaga.com! Listen to "Deserve You" here and read our exclusive interview with Kayla Cariaga below! Hello and welcome to BuzzMusic! Can you tell our readers a little more about yourself and background? Hi! My name is Kayla Cariaga. I’m 18 years old and I’m about to be 19 in June (it’s crazy how time flew). I grew up in Monroe, New York and currently live in Elmsford, New York. I’ve been songwriting since the age of twelve, and have been chasing the dream of becoming a successful singer-songwriter ever since. What inspired you to write your newest release “Deserve You”? I got inspired to write this song after friendzoning a guy (oof). I felt really bad, but I didn’t feel much of a connection. As I began to write this song, I decided to place myself in their shoes. The entirety of the song is dramatized and mostly fictional. Each verse isn’t based on a true event. Is there a hidden meaning behind “Deserve You”? Not really, it’s kind of self-explanatory. The gist of the song is about a character that can’t help themselves from becoming vulnerable to someone that isn’t good for them. In their mind, the person strongly believes that they’re what’s best for them. However, when reality hits, the fantasy of being with that person shatters. The truth of being nothing more than a friend hangs over their head and haunts them each time they go through denial. Despite all the hurting they’re going through mentally, they continue to love the person from afar—even though they’re currently invested or with someone. A cycle of heartache occurs due to having high hopes of fantasies becoming true. Do you have plans on going on tour to perform? Yes, I do intend on going on tour to perform, but I haven’t thought of exact dates due to scheduling. As of right now, I’m focusing on making new music! Congratulations on your success in your career so far! What can we expect in your upcoming work? Thank You very much for your support! You can expect maturity and growth within my lyrics and music in general. I’ve been focusing on my craft ever since college began and I’m extremely excited to record/release new songs soon! Connect with Kayla Cariaga on social media: Website: www.kaylacariaga.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/kaylacariaga/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/KaylaCariagaFanPage/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/kaylacariaga #BuzzMusic

E.C.G is a 27 years old artist from Minnesota but born and raised in the city of New York. E.C.G took his first steps in rapping when he participated in battles at just simply 8 years old. In his earlier years, he fostered his love for music by starting off as an MC before transitioning into a producer and engineer for himself, and others. E.C.G’s music is the center stage where old school Hip Hop and the atmospheric instrumentals of today’s music converge. All his songs, each developed from scratch, encapsulate a sound entirely of his own. In a combination of heavy 808s, memorable melodies and undulating choruses, E.C.G’s music are simply put, hypnotic. E.C.G released his latest single titled “OO”, and as simple as the title is, the record is actually highly detailed. The beat was relentless and had the listener moving and feeling the rhythm of the bass. “OO” had a unique lyrical approach to the song. The song begins with an enticing introduction. The lyric arrangement was a nice blend between two different generations of hip-hop and rap. With elements of classic lyricism being displayed, E.C.G proves to be a rapper with a multi-faceted characteristic. “OO” would do great at a local party this summer, while also feeling digestible for the old head lovers of hip-hop and rap. E.C.G is an intricate artist who knows he has what it takes to become the next big thing in the rap industry. With a fire hit like “OO”, he proved to have the sound needed to bridge the gaps between two different decades of rap. “OO” is made up of witty lyricism, trendy deliveries, and an old-school appeal, posing across a popular trap beat. Get to know E.C.G in our interview below! Welcome to BuzzMusic E.C.G ! A producer and an artist, your job could be difficult at times! What are some challenges you face in creating the right hit single? Thanks for taking the time to get to know me! Yeah, I can switch between hats a lot. That's a good question for me; it comes in two answers. One part of it is knowing when to stop. As a producer sometimes the vibe of your session can take you or you become too close to the project and you start making choices that you don't necessarily need. I find myself asking "do I need to add another snare layer?" or "should I tweak the drums a little more", all very good questions by themselves but is it helping my instrumental tell its story? My second half of that answer is knowing when to release the material. A lot of times you see artist go from studio to end product in days or even weeks and that's not a bad thing when you know exactly what is expected of you. For me I just love to create and after a few months of it I take a step back and review everything I have and see what sticks to me. For some of my work, I made the instrumental over 2 years ago and am just now getting around to it. Everything has a time and place to me so I tend to take my time. Do you prefer to produce a track? Or record/perform it? Good question! I love to preform believe it or not. I love producing, making something from nothing. Taking an idea from someones head and bringing it to life is some of the most rewarding work, but the art of preforming live is a different mindset all together. Breath control, delivery, stage presence; all of it comes into play when face to face with people and I love that. Figuring out what gets the crowd to react and tune into what I have to say is more rewarding to me. What was the theme and vision for “OO” ? "OO" is a record where I chose to have a little bit of fun. The idea of "OO" is about how you chose to be consistent and loyal, allowing you to level up on the people around you. I wanted to tell the story, not just in my way but a way that's relatable so everyone can enjoy it. How did the arrangement of "OO" help you tell your story? It's down to the smallest detail when it comes to that. I let my lyric sculpt the record. I'll make an instrumental and have it completely arranged out to how I think the instrumental should sound. Then once I add lyrics, I let them guide the rest of the production. I find what makes certain words stand out more and how can I make you feel a couple bars or a certain phrase. Every detail comes down to the arrangement. What is next for you? Well May 28th you'll be able to listen to my new EP "Loyalty" available on all main streaming platforms. I'm also headed to the west coast so if you're interested in seeing what all the hype is about, follow me on Twitter: @ECGTheArtist ; Instagram:@ECGTheArtist ; and Facebook:ECGTheArtist. Thanks for having me and letting me borrow your attention for a moment. Till next time! #BuzzMusic

CVSH CAPRI is an R&B artist who hails all the way from Toronto,Ontario. CVSH CAPRI got his start in music when his mother placed him in piano lesson classes. Subsequently, CVSH CAPRI got involved in music in various ways from not only instrument playing but singing as well. With the combination of his love for music and poetry, CVSH CAPRI began songwriting. It wasn’t until recently, CVSH CAPRI decided to come out as an artist and deliver his work consumed with emotions on both ends of the spectrum. CVSH CAPRI recently dropped his single titled “Infatuated” and it gave me strong vibes of atmospheric R&B and Pop records by artists like The Weeknd. CVSH CAPRI has a beautiful vocal resonance and range that goes from chest voice all the way to falsettos. It had a slight sensual aura around the song. CVSH CAPRI’s intriguing voice helped him carry this song into multiple different dimensions for the listeners. The hook was delivered in a rhythmic mix of legato and staccato delivery, matching the beat of the song. “Infatuated” has an engrossing appeal that leaves you coming back for more. After hearing it the first time, you’re bound to want to replay the record. The repeated listens of this lifting single with a mellow and sweet substantial texture surrounding it, is great for transforming your mood into a complete 360. The way CVSH CAPRI took his voice from sonorous to dulcet showcased the amount of skill he has as a vocalist. “Infatuated” was a passionate R&B song that weaves between generations with a wavy Toronto flare. Listen to “Infatuated” here and be sure to connect with CVSH CAPRI on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/cvshcapri Twitter: www.Twitter.com/cvshcapri #BuzzMusic

Maggie Baugh is a singer and songwriter who hails from Florida and is now based in Nashville, Tennessee. She is an up and coming country artist that has been featured on the Apple Music Country Hot Tracks playlist. At just 19 years of age, Maggie is creating a buzz with her music and energetic live performances. Her single “Catch Me” was very well received and received millions of views on CMT and other outlets. Recently, she performed as part of WIRK’s Rib Round Up alongside the likes of Kip Moore, Chase Bryant, Morgan Wallen, Chris Lane and Riley Green. This year, Maggie is returning to Kernersville, North Carolina to headline the Kernersville Spring Folly where last year she opened for Sundance Head. Head to www.maggiebaugh.com to listen to her music and check out her listings of upcoming tour dates! Country fans take note, Maggie Baugh’s latest release is called “Fire Me Up”, and it will do just that. This song is a great combination of old and new. There are certain unmistakeable country influences, and the guitar work is traditional, recognizable and enjoyable. There is some great delicate banjo work throughout each chorus. Speaking of the chorus, it is just incredibly catchy, and every time it happens again is even more gratifying than the last. Baugh’s vocal ability is tremendous; her voice is soulful, her pitch is accurate, and this is particularly impressive when one considers her age Her lyrics are powerful, with a feet in both the doors of hardship and empowerment. The arrangement and production of this song is also top notch, with the skillful and tasteful guitar solo that breaks up the song in the middle providing the perfect amount of variety. With “Fire Me Up” being this good, we can’t wait to see what this young artist releases in the future. Check this single out today, you won’t regret it! Listen to "Fire Me Up" here. Connect with Maggie Baugh on social media: www.instagram.com/Maggie_Baugh www.facebook.com/likemaggie www.twitter.com/MaggieBaugh

Rebel Heart Band is a rock band from the Independent Republic of Vancouver Island (Courtenay, BC). Their sound is an unapologetic take on a more modern version of classic rock. The heavy guitar and catchy melodies fused with edgy vocals make Rebel Heart’s sound incredibly unique. Comprised of four members, Charlie, Jimmy, Josh and Jon had to put their music careers on hold to raise the families but these guys are back and better than ever. Rebel Heart gained attention from the notable producer Paul Laine (Poison, Scorpions, Defiant, Danger Danger) who agreed to produce their next album “Yuk Fu” and the success has been growing ever since! “Self-Made Man” is a killer single off of Rebel Heart's album “Yuk Fu”. I’m getting serious Metallica vibes with the raspy and addicting vocals. It features razor sharp riffs, clever lyrics and upbeat tempo. “Self-Made Man” is a song about being humble. “There’s no such thing as a self-made man, everything you’ve got came through other hands” describes this theme perfectly. No one person or celebrity is all that, they made their way through the help of others whether that be directly or through history. The lyricism and skilled ability to connect to fans and listeners is a talent only the most sought after artists have. I’d love the hear the bands inspiration for this song and more about the meaning behind it. The great Paul Laine definitely has an ear when it comes to stars because Rebel Heart’s sound is a more modern twist on the Scorpions legendary arrangements and aesthetic. Whether or not you’re a fan of classic rock, these guys are here to stay and it’s easy to see why! I highly recommend you check out the entire album “Yuk Fu”, it’s a refreshing treat from start to finish. Check out the single “Self-Made Man” here and read more in our exclusive interview below! How did you come up with the name The Rebel Heart Band? Charlie: Our producer Paul Laine was in the studio with us and we were struggling coming up with a name, we had a song we had done for the upcoming CD called Rebel Heart – so Paul said why not that name…we all looked at each other and said, that’s awesome…great fit. What's the writing process like collectively? Charlie: We all have input into the polishing of the songs.  No matter who has written it, but Grateful Jon is the primary writer. “Self-Made Man” is a great single! Can you talk about the meaning behind it? Charlie: This song came out of the we are 99 movement.    It states the fact that it doesn’t mater if you have a billion dollars to build the biggest tower on earth you still need all of us to make it happen, so no such thing as a self-made man! Of course with the Trump movement it seems everyone thinks we wrote the song about him – but as the saying goes, if the shoe fits… When you guys aren’t making music, what do you do? Charlie: I own a pub, so that keeps me quite busy, I also love mountain biking and boating.  But of course the most import thing for me is spending quality time with my family. Grateful Jon: #1...think about music #2 ...learn how to problem solve, work as a team...and which beer tap is the IPA. Josh Fulford: Hanging out with my family at our cabin on Savory Island. Jimmy Dupius: Playing my never-ending record collection. Henry Grierson: Walking the dog, playing in a couple of local cover bands to keep the fingers hoping, and discussing music theory in detail. What are some challenges you've faced together and how did you overcome those challenges? The hardest challenge is getting noticed.   There are so many great musicians out there, and we love collaborating with them to help all of us reach that common goal – so we keep pushing to the middle, building our fan base and playing as often as we can, and the key for us is keeping it fun, we are playing to 50 people or 500 – we love the energy and it drives our passion for music. Connect with The Rebel Heart Band on social media: www.therebelheartband.com www.facebook.com/RebelHeartRockBand

9loc aka Cloud9 of NinjaLoc is an recording artist, producer, studio engineer, designer and promoter who actually founded “NinjaLoc”. 9loc specializes in the Trap/Rap genre with a more darker, sinister flow and approach. with his explicit lyrical content and music video content constantly pushing the boundaries of Censorship, 9loc has been dubbed "a rising sensation within the Underground" by Underground FIX Magazine as well listed as an "Artist to Watch" by both MTV Hits & Revolt. 9Loc released his single titled “Lil $acrifice” featuring the artist Zombie Aristocrats. The genre of hip-hop is highly diverse and doesn’t really have a specific singular surface lane for artists. Therefore, it’s great for rappers to explore variations of delivering the style of hip-hop and some find their own lane and artistry that separates them from other rappers. “Lil $acrifice” is completely UNCOMMON from any other single you’ve ever heard before. The vocals from the rappers are slightly muffled that makes it hard to hear the lyrics clearly but you find yourself loving it. It’s like “wow this is absolutely different” and the head-banging bass has you shook. “Lil $acrifice” is the hidden gem in an overcrowded rap culture where everything is starting to sound the same. 9Loc creates his own unique style and rebrands the genre of “Dark Trap”. In my personal opinion, I believe 9Loc could be a huge success and a representation of something fresh and new in hip-hop. He doesn’t move with the boundaries of rap, instead he pushes and exceeds past it. Creating his own wave to ride and surfacing his own lane, separate from the competition. “Lil $acrifice” is a song where you’re unsure on how to intake the idiosyncratic style and eerily haunting aura in the beginning, however you’re quickly initiated into the production and become intrigued by every element of the record. Listen to “Lil $acrifice” here and get to know 9loc in our interview below! What inspired you to create “NinjaLOC” ? mind telling us a little bit about it? well let’s see, I Began to form NinjaLOC back in 2007, after recording my first couple of rap-metal albums under the name “Cloud9”. I’ve always had an enduring passion for Music, as well as an ear for talent & being native to the SF Bay Area, and there has always been a thriving music scene here with some sort of local music event or concert constantly being thrown or hosted nearby. Thus I started building a team of the freshest Emcees & lyricists I could find in California. What’s the theme of “Lil $acrifice” ? The theme of Lil $açrifiçe, as well as the entire Suicide Kit 3 Ep (lil $açrifiçe ; lil Poltergeist & lil Jigsaw) was meant to, in a sense..mock the constant trends that mainstream society and the rap culture in general tend obsess with. Are there any music influences of yours that inspired your artistry today? I personally grew up on the metal scene (ie nu-Metal, death metal; black metal) namely acts like Korn /Jonathan Davis , White Zombie , Early Slipknot , to more darker black Metal groups , untill high School when I was introduced to Darker style Rap like Esham The Unholy, Natas , OG Dark Lotus ;Tech N9ne & Strange Music, old school hardcore Geto Boys; OG 36 ect ect. Describe your songwriting approach and the perfect environment for you? Honestly, I write my best when I’m at my worst. I suffer from Bipolar Depression Which tends to be a double edged sword, I go on streaks of writing non stop, but thriving in the depression can bring you to some pretty dark places. What’s next for you through 2019? My Suicide Kit, Vol. 4 ep drops soon, And been mainly focusing on a new NinjaLOC Supergroup involving the entire Roster called “☥ßlvçk Mvgiçk Syndiçvte☥” Which will be soon releasing a 6 album EP Series called The “End Of Times” Collection Connect with 9loc on social media: 9loc.ninjaloc.com