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Sir J is from Florida and Ambeeka is a Los Angeles native who have come together with the mindset of BAPS University – Bangin Ass Proper Shit – to create music as organic and in the moment in every way while raising a family. “I Be Sic” is the first single off of the upcoming album O.A.F (Organic as F*ck) Vol. 3. “I Be Sic” is a boppin’ new track that is mixed with very organic sounds and a supple blend of genres. Starting off with bongos, and funky monkey sounding noises with the gradual additions of lyrics and numerous other instruments. The musical sound of “I Be Sic” reminds me of the style that Sufjan Stevens using more nature like sounds, very raw and have really given the track traction. The lyrics are bound to grab you right off the bat and have the words stuck in your head as they are extremely catchy, and this duo knows how to write addicting lyrics. The rap sections are beautifully structured, with rhymes that are timeless and that blend perfectly with the other vocal track. “I Be Sic” is a song that in my opinion is one that you will never get tired of, from the bouncy beats to the absolute phenomenal collection of lyrics like “Anyway, Imma do me anyway” and “I Be Sic when I gotta get the bacon”. Sir J and Ambeeka know how to get their listeners up and moving, and how to connect with them on a real level, writing about things that are current in society and that will get you listening closer to each lyric. Give a listen to Ambeeka's "I Be Sic" here, and don't forget that the artists interview is below! Hey Sir J And Ambeeka! Pleasure to Chat with you! Can you tell us a bit about yourselves? Sir J: I'm the uhh...lock and Beek's the key. Technically speaking I'm the one on the keys. I make the beats. I'm also an artist and that's how I met Ambeeka, on the stage rapping with my keytar. Ambeeka: I'm what Sir said, the key. More importantly I'm the artist also known as mommy... If I'm not flexin with my pen it's probably a paint brush. Sir would say I can do anything I put my mind to, I would agree. What is the mindset of BAPS University and what made you decide to start writing music that is so raw? Ambeeka: it's about rethinking the concept of education and how we approach delivering  our message. With bangin Ass beats and proper lyrics. Sir J: B.A.P.S ( Bangin Ass Proper Shit) University is all about that raw. I'm from West Palm Beach, Florida. Where using your voice for change isn't always welcome. So B.A.P.S  was created to re-educate and bring together those of us who are misunderstood by the miseducated. Ambeeka: I'm inspired by love so I got to be honest. Sir J: I'm inspired by the moments. What is the meaning behind “I Be Sic”? Ambeeka: It's that feeling you get when you outside your comfort zone. You can push through for the better or never level up. Sir J: just listen to the lyrics. Where do you draw inspiration for your organic sound in music? Sir J: I make beats in the kitchen while Beeka cooks. It's usually a hit when she whisper a hook in my ear while making lentil tacos. Ambeeka: Sir be like what mood you in an we go from there or he is in a mood and inspires me. We are both Aquarius, we only move when we can inspire. I guess we wavy like that. What’s next for BAPS University in 2019? Next project will be O.A.F (Organic as Fuck) Vol. 3 dropping very soon. We are thinking of dropping one more single before the release. Sir J has an instrumental album coming out soon. Ambeekais working on her next solo album "Sage Incense & Cannibis 2" Keep connected with Ambeeka via the artists Instagram. #BuzzMusic

Born to perform is hit artist Chloe Madeline, whose obsession in order are– Taylor Swift, puppies and bubble tea. By the time she was two years old Chloe had appeared in GAP, Macy’s and Old Navy advertisements. Heavily influenced by Taylor Swift’s first album, at 8 years old Chloe began formal vocal training and singing quickly became her true passion. Since then she has been in several musical theater productions including the role of “Santa Evita” which she landed in the show ‘Evita’ after learning the part a few hours before auditioning. She also appears in the short film ‘A Girl Named Khan’ and in 2018 signed with InRage Entertainment. Chloe wrote the lyrics and melody to her first single ‘Magnetic’ that was released this April and has plans to release a second sing called ‘Stay Away’ in the early summer 2019. “Magnetic” is a refreshing track that is sure to leave you feeling tranquil and rested. Chloe’s voice is refined, relaxing and the way she articulates each note with finesse solidifies that she has natural talent in singing. She is impressive with her ‘belt’ and the fact that she is able to clearly emphasize the notes in both her lower registers and falsetto. She grazes the higher notes with ease, making this seem like singing really is second nature to her, that music is just a walk in the park. Her level of ability and vocal power is extremely striking. Her exceptional ability to write lyrics that are descriptive and connect with a listener on a personal level, drawing them in to ponder the meaning behind these beautiful lyrics. You can hear resonance of older Taylor Swift in her voice and in tone of the song. This natural talent in my opinion needs more of this raw talent and with such a classic sound it is hard to go wrong with this tune. The melodies are gorgeous mixed with piano, string instruments, and drums – you are bound to be addicted to the sensual, relaxing tones of this track. Make sure you listen to Chloe's "Magnetic" here, and continue reading for the artists interview! Hey Chloe! It’s Fantastic to chat with you! Can you tell us a little about yourself? Hi! Great to chat with you too! I’m 16 year old singer songwriter. I am currently signed with InRage Entertainment, which has been such a great experience.   I love things related to the arts--singing, acting, dancing, and poetry. As far as my personality goes I am a really high energy person who can be really introverted at times. I know, it’s really weird. I am the biggest Taylor Swift fan you’ll ever meet, and my favorite color is yellow. My favorite season is fall, and I am addicted to iced vanilla lattes. Those were a lot of random things, but I hope they told you a little about me. What is the meaning behind “Magentic”? “Magnetic” is about feeling and experiencing a love so powerful and undeniable that you have no choice to but to believe in it, because it’s magnetic. Funny story, I actually wrote it based off of Chuck and Blair’s relationship on Gossip Girl, because that relationship really made me think about what it’s like to have that type of love. It made me think about the simplicity of really loving someone, and the intricacy of how it makes you feel. I thought to myself, “if I were to write a song about their love, what would it be?” And boom, “Magnetic" was born. What gives you the inspiration to write your music and what do you find is most challenging when writing? I think my primary inspiration for writing music is the way I feel about things. I find that powerful feelings, both good and bad, give me inspiration to write. If I’m not feeling anything very strong, I have less of an urge to write. I often find the feelings I write about most are feelings connected to love. I am very in tune with how I feel about that type of stuff. Whether I feel something new about someone or see a relationship on TV, it always gets my creative juices flowing. I think love is the most powerful thing in the world, so it often is what gets me inspired to write. I touched a little on this earlier, but it’s most challenging for me to write when I’m not feeling anything too strongly and/or I feel uninspired. Everything I write is based off of feelings, so when I am not experiencing anything too intense it’s more difficult to create music. When I’m not feeling anything strong but I know I need to write, I try my best to tap into an old feeling or maybe read some poetry or listen to songs and put myself back into the state of mind I need to be in. It actually really works. Do you have any techniques to connect with your music on a personal level? I guess since I write all my music I already connect with it on a personal level. 99% of what I write is based on feelings and experiences I’ve had. And in the small chance that it’s based on something else, I still connect to it. Even if a song is exploring an experience I have not personally gone through, it still emulates a feeling that I have experienced to a certain extent. I think we can all relate to experiences we haven’t gone through. At the base of something complicated or extremely foreign to someone, there is always a universal base emotion that we all can relate to, and connect with on a personal level. Feelings are universal. Sometimes it’s not really about the story being told, but the emotions and feelings behind the lyrics and the melody, and the emotions and feelings that the story provoked. These are powerful, and we can all connect to those. Even if you don’t connect to the base emotion, there’s always something you can relate to and connect to. What can we expect from you in 2019? I have a lot of exciting things happening in 2019! I should have at least 3 more songs coming out, which will complete my EP with InRage Entertainment.  There is also a music video in the works.  It’s really exciting, and I’m so so ready for everyone to hear what I’ve been working on. I will also be performing my music live, so stay tuned! Connect with Chloe via her Instagram for the latest on upcoming releases! #BuzzMusic

Throughout his lifetime, music has always been Rob Georg’s biggest companion, comforting him in gloomy times and inspiring him in more uplifting times. Growing up with horses, Rob's professional path led him first into equine sports. Influenced by the cowboy lifestyle, country music owns a big part of his musical passion. Performing for various family and friends events, Rob was encouraged to pursue music more in a serious manner. As a result, the desire to record 2 self-written songs in Nashville one day got priority on his bucket list, which he accomplished. Fast-forward, Rob Georg is back with his release “Ghost” and we were serenaded by his southern charm and warm texture to his vocals. Country music is a beautiful genre and sometimes holds cherishable songwriting that’s more authentic. Rob Georg is a reflection of the authentic songwriting country stars shoot for. “Ghost” felt like a true single with a story being told. The beautiful acoustics from the guitar gives you a classic country ballad feel. The moments gave to us in “Ghost” were those of happiness, reflection, and romantic passion. Rob Georg's voice is just so heart-rendering where you’re evoked to close your eyes and just become comforted by his beautiful tone and resonance. “Ghost” is a natural tender record that’s cordially inviting its listener to tread down the same peaceful journey Rob is treading on. The All-American song, Ghost is great for an at-home feeling. It gives you fulfillment with its good-natured and sympathetic vibes. Rob Georg has a one of a kind voice and knows how to give his listeners an unforgettable melody! Listen to "Ghost" here and get to know more about Rob Georg below! www.facebook.com/robgeorgmusic www.instagram.com/rob.georg www.youtube.com/c/robgeorgmusic

SAER is the newly formed musical project from vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, Simon Davies. Born in the UK, SAER found his niche in music through his father's esoteric record collection, that included artists like Maxime Le Forestier and Jake Thackray. Introduced at an early age to iconic vocalists such as Nick Drake and Jeff Buckley, SAER channels these influences through his modern-day appreciation for Susanne Sundfør, Michael Nyman and Chilly Gonzales to create his own soulful music in 2019. SAER released the highly extensive and atmospheric record “Break”. The cinematic production and theatrical motion of the music creates an augmented vibe filled with emotional dramatics with a romantic touch. “Break” ironically breaks down the barriers between the listener and the music to create a more vulnerable appeal while listening. “Break” is highly passionate with its lyrical sensibility. The vocals are CHILLING and brought goosebumps onto my body. “Break” is not like a song you’ve heard before, you become lost within the music. The entire song abducts you into the hazy and dream-like setting of the music. It’s highly cinematic and it’s why I’m a fan of it. “Break” has a way of touching on the listener’s repressed feelings they keep buried inside. For that reason, I was able to connote the possible theme of this record being about breaking down the chains, and freedom. This song was beautiful, intricate, complex, and all around a textured hit. You fall in love from the instant you hear it to the instant it ends. This is a song like no other! Listen to "Break" here and get to know more about SAER below! Hello SAER, can you tell your new fans a little about yourself and your music? I’m a UK based singer-songwriter, multi instrumentalist and producer. My music is a blend between experimental-pop and electronica. “Break” had a highly theatrical approach and feel. Could you describe your creative process? I wrote and produced ‘Break’ in my studio at home. The track came together really quickly. I had a strong idea of what the feel should be so spent time exploring and designing sounds to add the right emotion and style. The exploration into more electronic sounds has been an exciting one as it means I can match it with layered vocals to make the soundscapes. Tell us the meaning behind “Break”? ‘Break’ was written about a need of getting away from routine, escaping the rat race and seeking some solace. It came from a place of knowing that you can’t keep everyone happy and the guilt from that won’t help in moving forward. ‘Break’ speaks of making new plans and finding a way home, more in an emotional and mental capacity than physical. What were the emotions you felt while writing “Break”? There’s a real feel of being pushed to your limit, so almost that feeling of breaking point and despair. But then empowerment through making a stance, seeking a change and making things right. What do you hope to be remembered for by your listeners and fans? Just to share that emotive connection with the song and to hopefully feel empowered. Connect with SAER on social media Instagram: www.instagram.com/saer_music Twitter: www.twitter.com/saer_music Facebook: www.facebook.com/saermusicuk www.saermusic.co.uk

Anna Kairos is a singer, producer, and composer known for writing emotionally engaging songs. Her latest single song "Gloom" freshly released in December 2018 was recently featured on the prestigious Piano Day Playlist curated by Nils Frahm. While listening to “Gloom” you instantly become drawn to the sentimental introduction and depressant aura. Anna Kairo’s vocals mesmerizes you with her hauntingly eerie high-pitched vocals that’s accompanied by a mixture of falsetto and whistle registers, blending with each other effortlessly. The melody by the piano takes the song onto its journey through melancholy and sadness while replenishing its listener with the refreshing feeling of comfort. “Gloom” completely takes over the energy of your surroundings and the feeling of discomfort you may or may not be dealing with. The hook has a nice blend of chords by the vocalist that creates a harmonically rich sound. The lyrics in gloom has high substance, however the theme of the song isn’t the surface appeal of the lyricism. “Gloom” is one of those records where you have to interpret the meaning and create the bridge between the music and yourself where you can relate to the song. You can create your own meaning, image, and story while listening to this substantial record and it’s beautiful. Anna Kairos gives her listener the freedom of expression to curate the most fitting theme for themselves. The accompanying video to the song "Gloom" she produced and created all by herself to really fulfill her vision and make no compromises. We see her dancing and moving in space, touching the earth and respecting and celebrating it in its precious vulnerability. “Gloom” is a well-crafted, and well-executed single that we can’t help but love. Listen to "Gloom" here and get to know more about Anna Kairos below! Many artists usually have a story behind their music and it sometimes involves their childhood! How was your upbringing like? It was actually really beautiful. I can’t complain too much. I loved to have my siblings around and play. We lived in a village, where we could play all day on the streets and in the woods. When we visited my grandparents, my granddaddy always played the piano for us. We could choose out of his many music books, what we wanted to hear. I always loved, when he was playing us the old jazz songs and especially I loved the Ragtime, when I was little - I still love it. I always wanted to hear „The Entertainer“ by Scott Joplin - it is from 1902. (if you don’t know it, you can listen to it here: https://youtu.be/fPmruHc4S9Q) I loooved it - and especially, when my Granddaddy played it for me. That is where my love for the piano comes from, from my love to my grandfather Gerhard, who was such a splendid piano player. He played every single day - no matter what. And he was a well known scientist too, in a way the perfect Renaissance men - music, literature, science - it had all the same importance to him. I learned a lot from him - about life and about art. Tell us about “Gloom” and the theme behind it!? Gloom is about phases in life and in your mind, where you feel like you have a lot of questions towards yourself and the world. A feeling in which you don’t belong. Out of that feeling I wrote the song. It is of course about melancholic phases in life, but also about existential questions, like I don’t know if it is „my brain or my soul“ as I phrase it. In what ways do you relate to “Gloom” ? In all ways, since I wrote it and it is a song very dear to my heart. Sometimes when I feel a little gloomy myself, I like to listen to it (which I normally don’t do with my songs…)  - because the song is gloomy, but not hopeless. It just gives you a break from your thoughts and you can flow within the music. The video I created for the song is also very important to me, it gives the song another layer and takes you away in a world of space, stars and dreams. Someone commented on the video, that is like „dancing with the universe“ - and I think he made the perfect point. That is the feeling I wanted to create. In the video I am touching the earth, dancing with the earth and the universe - being „part“ of it, but also „apart“ of it, since, when you are gloomy, you sometimes feel „apart“ from things. (You can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/31tZkxikUzw) I also wanted to remind with the picture of the earth the unity and beauty of the planet we live on. So easy we forget about the miracles, that surround us… but there are so many and with the video I also want to remind us all to see and open our eyes… What are some challenges you’ve faced in creating “Gloom” and how did you overcome these obstacles? Yes, they were a few challengenes. For example, I had to find the right person to work with for the recording. I found Randall Michael Tobin (with whom I worked) via coincindence and I loved working with him. Recording can be a delicate matter. As a musician you are very vulnerable and you need the right atmoshere to deliver your best performance. As well as a young women it can be sometimes challenging to say the people of the recording studio or the venue you play in (mostly men) what you want and what you need - what is wrong and what needs to be fixed. I already got all kinds of weird looks and comments, which is really not helping for the creative process. In the end I mostly got what I needed, but you always have to convince these men somehow… and that is not what it should be. They have in they mind, that I am a young women, and I need to prove myself to them. It makes me really angray sometimes and - it is not right and it is very, very difficult in keeping your right energy in these enviroments. But for this recording experience it was the total opposite, Randall was the best and made the work so easy and beautiful! What can we be expecting from you this summer? I do hope a lot! My album is nearly ready to fly. All the tracks are set and I only need to do a few more recording and arrangement sessions. I also got the title of the album ready and the inspiration for the cover shot. It will be really good. There will be also a special suprise for every single I am going to release in advance of the album. Especially for my newsletter subscribers. If your are interested, go to my website: www.annakairos.com and subsribe. There will be a lot of nice suprises and wonderful artwork surrounding the release of my album. I am on my way to create new videos and artwork - and of course the songs itself. There are a few I am really proud of, since I feel I evolved in them and with them and created new sounds. So „stay tuned“ - as people say nowadays… Connect with Anna Kairos on social media Instagram: www.instagram.com/anna_kairos Facebook: www.facebook.com/annakairosmusic www.youtube.com/channel/UCOw6W8LKUdmEO1shjn7J-HA

Coming to us from Sanger, California, the talented singer/songwriter Aary’n. Also known as Aaron Gomez, he strives to put him emotion and heart into everything he creates. His passion for songwriting stemmed from an early age. Growing up as a minority in America he had his set of struggles and now his ambition has driven him to use that struggle and turn it into his passion for music. Aary’n wants his music to simply explain that we are all human. His influences include Trey Songz, Chris Brown and Jodeci, to name a few. Aary’n’s launch into the music industry is off to an incredible start with the newest singe “Don’t Go” and many more exciting things to come. “Don’t Go” is a smooth R&B love ballad that anyone can relate to. I love the raw and clear emotion in Aary’n’s voice. The powerful message behind this song is that we are human and make mistakes and he needs this girl’s forgiveness and companionship. “I know that I’ve been wrong” is a great lyric because it’s the ownership of the mistake, an important part of an apology. The backbeat of “Don’t Go” is hypnotizing. I love the water droplet sound, it’s details like this that set artists apart from the mainstream sound today. Aary’n’s vocals are seamless and easy to vibe to. It’s evident throughout the track “Don’t Go” that Aary’n is a sensitive artist who wears his heart on his sleeve for the ones he loves. His truth and raw emotion jump through the speakers in this timeless R&B song. I highly recommend you check it out and stay on the lookout for Aary’n’s full EP titled “RESET” set to drop this summer! Listen to "Don't Go" here and get to know more about Aary’n below! Can you tell us about your childhood and what really sparked your creativity? Well I am from a small town “Sanger” about 10 min away from Fresno, Ca. While growing up, my parents had gotten a divorce when I was at the age of 3, since then my mother did all she can in raising me along with my younger siblings. Life was rough growing up seeing most of my family struggle, trying to make all ends meet, make sure bills are paid & food is available for us. Being the oldest of my mothers kids, I’ve lived through the struggles with my mother & by the time I reached the age of 15 I knew that singing & Pursuing a career in music was what was going to help my family out as well as myself. The everyday struggle of living a life like this forever is what sparked my creativity, to try to speak on my life situations so others can relate as well. How long have you been singing/performing? I have been singing ever since I was a child, always around the house, in the shower, anywhere and anytime. Singing has always been a passion of mine along with music but wasn’t until the age of 15 when I decided to finally take it more seriously. Since then I’ve released 1 song every year of highschool, then once I gotten accepted into San Francisco State, I have been pushing harder & creating more opportunities since then with other artists in the Bay Area as well as producers. What is “Don’t Go” about? What inspired it? Don’t Go, is a song about a relationship between two lovers, who have been through soo much. But specifically the male in this song, who has caused so much pain and hurt to his women & now she is fed up and ready to leave him. Now that he has realized what he has caused, he is begging and fighting to keep her around because without her he is lost. Don’t Go, showcases the emotions and realization that most men have in relationships  once they have realized what they did was wrong. Fighting for what was once there. What’s your writing process look like? While working on any music, I like to burn some sage to clear out all the negative energy’s out the room so I can have a clear mind when writing. Once the sage has burned I then open up my windows to let it clear out then burn a in-scent of my liking to get back the right vibes. I always have to be alone when writing & go step by step starting with either the intro/hook then moving into the verse singing out loud to make sure that my range and pitch are hitting the correct notes. But first I always start off with about an hour of singing my favorite rnb songs ranging from oldies to now. What can we expect from your new EP “RESET”? My message with this EP is to showcase just a little taste of everything that I am capable of being and doing when creating music. Reset is meaning I am taking a step back to reset my self and my own situations in life whether it be personal or relationships and telling others through each songs specifically what I was going through at that certain time. Love & Hurt will be presented in this EP & it isn’t so much to have everyone feeling sad but to listen to what I’m saying and hoping that most can relate to each situation. Real rnb is back . Connect with Aary’n on social media Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamaaryn Twitter: www.twitter.com/Aary_n www.youtu.be/5fHAgV7T6qA

All four of Haha Charade grew up near a beach, and the Atlantic Ocean smells like home to them. Wondering the inspiration behind their name? Haha Charade gets their name from a Pink Floyd song where Rodger Waters completely trashes a political and religious activist that wanted to censor music. Some of their other musical influences include bands such as Arctic Monkeys, State Radio, Rebelution, RHCP, and many more. If you throw in a bit of eclecticism from every genre then they’ll give it a go. Basically, Haha Charade isn’t afraid to tackle on any style, genre or sound and is willing to experiment with all, and manufacture it into their own unique flare of music. Haha Charade released their single titled “Summer Sunrise” and just like their background, this record is perfect for a nice cruise around a breezy beach in California. It’s just the alternative colorful vibes it gives off that makes this easily relaxing. The vocalist had a beautiful vocal tone that I can listen to over and over again. His vocals were so engrossing you wouldn’t mind hearing him sing with the lack of instrumental backup. The electric groove “Summer Sunrise” gives adds that nice textured funk to the record that makes you want to do a little dance! “Summer Sunrise” is just fitting for the upcoming season that’s approaching us. The summer nights, where you reflect on your future and let go of past failures. “Summer Sunrise” is a song where you can ease into, let go of your stress and become lost in the music. It’s time to fade away the settling stress you had and turn on a cooling hypnotizing song that will surely throw you into an experience of refreshing emotions and high-energetic fun! From the progressive instruments, to the versatile elements, to the delighted energy it produced, “Summer Sunrise” radiates a special kind of aura that you’ll be thankful for after listening! Listen to "Summer Sunrise" here and get to know more about Haha Charade below! What are some challenges you faced as a band? How do you guys overcome them? We were originally a cover band with a great girl singer. We all write songs, so we were sitting on a stockpile of originals. She left to start a family, and we were at a crossroads of where to go next: Either find a new singer and continue on as a cover band, or try out our originals (with Alex and Justin singing them) and see how well they would do. We chose the latter and never looked back! We are a persistent brotherhood, that's for sure. Tell us about your single “Summer Sunrise” and the theme behind the creation! The song was born out of a simple A major to F#m jam. Once the bass was added in, it took on new life entirely, and the shell of the song was born. We had a few different hooks we were trying out, and ultimately decided to strip one of the hooks down and turn it into a prechorus. The song is centered around the idea that it's okay to dream about going from rags to riches, and to let that dream take over your vision, but to enjoy the small successes along the way. It's about staying grounded. It's future advice we're giving to ourselves. Remember where you came from, what you stand for, and what you set out to accomplish without being side tracked, so to speak. Breathe in the salty air and enjoy a sunrise. Out of all your influences, are there any direct inspirations for “Summer Sunrise? For Summer Sunrise, the post chorus has some serious Arctic Monkeys vibes. I hope we did that "sound" justice, but we also wanted to make it our own. Other than that, I would say the vibe of the song is similar to Hang Me Out to Dry by Cold War Kids or even Heart It Races by Architecture in Helsinki, mainly because it's a fun-loving steady groove between a tonic major and its relative minor. Has the band had the chance to perform “Summer Sunrise” live? Oh yeah! We've been performing these songs for the better part of a year now. Our first gig was September 2018. We have a really tight and energetic live show. The years as a cover band prepared and molded our stage performance. We get a little too wild. Gotta have fun with it, right? Our friends gave us praise on the songs, especially Summer Sunrise, which encouraged us to build up the courage to get them professionally recorded at Occupy Studios and release them to the world. What can we expect next from you? We have the full 12 song album coming out in July. We can't wait! Also, as soon as we release the album, we're planning a small East Coast tour to promote it. We already have over half the songs written for our second album. Be on the lookout for more bops! Connect with Haha Charade on social media Instagram: www.instagram.com/haha_charade Facebook: www.facebook.com/hahacharademusic www.hahacharade.com

Chess Galea is a vibrant singer/songwriter from the UK with a list of talents that are hard to beat. Not only is she a gifted vocalist but her songwriting abilities have taken her to the finals in a UK contest twice! She grew up with legendary influences such as Prince, Freddie Mercury and Whitney Houston. She always grew up listening to classical music and piano and her ambition drove her to learn to play the piano herself. That’s when Chess Galea discovered her true passion, singing and performing. She’s performed at the notable Silvana, New York, The Emirates Place, Abu Dhabi and The Roadhouse, London. Although I can’t see her perform, her energy and vivid emotion is evident and clear in her new single from her two part EP “Out Of Focus”. “Out of Focus” is a light pop tune with layers of acoustic guitars and catchy backbeats. Fused with the colorful sound arrangements is Chess Galea’s spectacular voice. She was heavily influenced by Alicia Keys in her vocal styling and it’s easy to see the similarities. The falsetto and range in her original vocals is hypnotizing. The lyricism and emotion behind her words is captivating throughout the single and I’d love to know the inspiration behind this track. Chess Galea is a skill songwriter, she write for artists all over the world and her song “Rise” independently reached number 40 on the iTunes charts last year. I love when artists are able to convey vulnerability and emotion through music. Chess Galea has the finely-tuned talent of writing music that her fans can relate and vibe to. I highly recommend you check out this single and many of her others that have launched her in the music industry in an impressive way. I think that “Out Of Focus” is a hit for all occasions and I’m bumping it on repeat on my speakers! Listen to "Out Of Focus" here and get to know more about Chess Galea below! Hi Chess! Can you tell us more about yourself and what inspires you to write music? Hey everyone! I’m a Maltese-born, classically trained chick who turned out to love RnB, Pop, Soul and Gospel and tried to merge them into one genre. I’m inspired by people and everyday events. I want to tell a good story. With great lyrics. And talk about the one thing I’m a sucker for, love. Can you describe your stage presence and live performance? I’m really inspired by artists like Prince who really go for it on stage. I’d like to think I’m working towards something like that. I’ve been dancing since I was 2 and always had an interest in fashion so I try and tie these things in too. I play the bass and piano at some of my live performances, so, there’s something different at each show for sure. “Out Of Focus” is a great song! Can you tell us the meaning behind it? Thank you! I wrote this when I was getting a lot of backlash in my life from someone who was meant to be supportive. They made me question my life goals, abilities and values and that was wrong. They brought me down and made me feel like nothing. I really didn’t know what to think anymore. Then I shook it all off and decided to leave them. I didn’t need to be with someone who made me feel trapped and untalented. Sometimes people reflect their insecurities on to you, and you have to realise that is happening so that you don’t sabotage yourself in the process. What challenges did you face when writing this single and how did you overcome them? I worked with two great guys on this so it was pretty good teamwork. I guess the hardest part was communicating with each other as we are all so busy but I think we worked it out perfectly in the end. What makes you so passionate about music and how do you continue to feed that passion? Music and performing is what keeps me alive. It’s been a part of me since I was in my mother’s womb, and I don’t know how else to describe it but my brain is just wired that way. I’ll stay in and up all night to make music. I’ll go watch new bands and old favourite bands. I’ll work with new people and try new sounds. I really am a slave to the music! Connect with Chess Galea on social media Instagram: www.instagram.com/chess_galea Twitter: www.twitter.com/chess_galea Facebook: www.facebook.com/chessofficial www.youtu.be/u0fGxhmyfRI

Phil Capri is the local vocal mastermind who was born and raised in Pasadena California. To parents Cheryl and Phil Sr under the tutelage of his mother with the help of his brother Scott AKA S.D. Capri got his early footing singing in the church choir, Soon after realizing a passion for Music he formed the R&B/Hip Hop Duo known as Musically Challenged with his brother SD. later on , Phil began to sing background to some noteworthy stars including Jesse McCartney, and Jordin Sparks just to name a few. Now as a seasoned artist Phil Capri is primed to release his first solo effort in music since the release of the acclaimed debut from Musically Challenged titled “Music Theory 626”. With a renewed voice in songwriting and the amazing production of Ponderville’s Own James Jet, Phil Capri is excited for the world to hear this new project. Phil Capri released his single titled “Wasted” and it’s a smooth-sailing jam that has a nice rnb vibe with a mix of feel-good hip-hop. “Wasted” delivers the vibe without even trying. Some songs reaches attemption in trying to sound like a “hit” and it’s easily detectable. However, “Wasted” by Phil Capri doesn’t do too much to create the perfect mood for its listener, it just naturally does it. “Wasted” adds emphasis on the “Feel good” aura of music that we love. Who doesn’t love a song that releases the perfect endorphins in our body in which we just pleasantly love to consume the sounds? An highly enticing record, Phil Capri weaves the lines between multiple genres in one highly addictive hit tune. “Wasted” could be a solid radio hit because it’s so appealing and has the mainstream flare to the image. The melodies were atmospheric and Avant-garde with a compelling fusion of contemporary and classic. Phil Capri is undeniably an artist to watch! Listen to "Wasted" here, and don't forget to scroll below for Phil Capri's exclusive interview. What are some major differences in releasing a solo project opposed to releasing a project in a group? The biggest difference for me was not having my partner in crime, My brother S.D., to bounce ideas off of and pick up the slack when I felt I was slipping. The one thing I can say that I enjoyed about releasing this solo project was that I truly got to be vulnerable with my writing. Allowing me to express some themes in my music that I wasn't necessarily comfortable sharing in a group setting. Tell us about your single “Wasted” and the theme behind it? The song Wasted is a song about Self-Medication. I have battled with depression and anxiety for some years now and I refuse to take any opiate based medicine because of the reported overdoses and side effects. Due to that I have been a cannabis user to combat the depression and anxiety for over 10 years now. This song is truly about my struggle with telling my truths to the world. Smoking or ingesting cannabis allows my anxiety to subside and the words to flow. The opening line of the song best sums up the theme for me and it simply says " Speak from the Heart only when I'm Wasted". What inspired you to write “Wasted”? The Inspiration for the song came from a few different places. One of which being the producer of the record, James Jet. we have worked with each other musically for many years and he knows my mental health battles and told me it might be good idea to get vulnerable and open up with my writing. So I did and so far so good lol. What are some of the main challenges you have to face in your career? My main challenge has always been staying consistent. The music industry is very fickle. After reaching what I thought was the "big time" in singing background for Jesse McCartney and Jordan Sparks, I realized that my success depended on their success. Now with the knowledge and experience I've gained over the years I know now that the key to longevity in this industry is staying consistent with your work ethic. What’s next for you through 2019? Next up for Phil Capri, dropping more music soon, definitely be on the lookout for that this year. And who knows maybe you'll see me on tv winning a grammy next february? Who knows? lol Be sure to connect with Phil Capri via the artists Facebook and Instagram! #BuzzMusic

Kevin Adams founded Voices of Praise in 2002 at a secondary school near Toronto, Canada. It is a praise and worship ministry that celebrates diversity and multiculturalism, not limited to denominations, nations or race. Oct 7th 2017 they released their first full album called "One Church United: Phase 1". The team was nominated for choir/group of the year at the Glass Awards held in Toronto, Canada in November of 2017, and was a winner for an Eddy Award for the Best Church Community Choir, which was hosted in Jacksonville, Florida. Voices of Praise also host an event every year called “One Church: A United Worship Experience” to raise funds for families in the community dealing with the effects of mental health issues. With so much notable success, the eclectic group Voices of Praise released their single “You Are Awesome”. It’s an uplifting and light hearted piece about everything that is good. Celebrating life, love, and holy worship. The vocalists are timeless and transporting. I love the parts in “You Are Awesome” where members have solos. I got goosebumps hearing the range and power in their harmonically-rich voices. “You have saved me, now I see clearly”  is my favorite lyric because of the deep and powerful message that this sends. Leaders of Voices of Praise, Kevin and Crystal Adams are passionate about creating music about giving God all the glory. It’s evident in “You Are Awesome” as the repeated message is about giving God their best praise. Voices of Praise continue to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through they’re incredible sound. Turn this single on, enjoy the music and let go. Stream "You Are Awesome" here, and continue reading for Kevin Adams interview with BuzzMusic! Thanks for chatting with us! Can you list all of the members of Voices of Praise for our readers? - Kevin Adams - My wife Crystal Adams - Rae-Ann Whyte - Reaia Whyte - Ashley Edwards - MeLisa Robinson - Beneisha Dyer - Chantel Inniss - Christopher Malcolm - Crystal Johnson - Deswaine Nanton - Alecia Blair (manager) What made you decide to start recording your music and spreading your message of worship on a larger scale? When I was in my mid teens my worship leader at the time spoke over me saying “Kevin you’ll have your own choir one day” that came out of me being a little rebellious and not wanting to participate in rehearsal at the time (teenagers) I’ve been leading worship for close to 20 years and I’ve always been song writing and had a passion to spread the gospel on a larger scale. I had dreams of singing/ministering in front of thousands as well my wife. So we decided to just start ministering at other churches with a couple of friends and it began to grow. Till eventually we recorded our first live recording in 2016 called “One Church United: Phase 1”. Our producer at the time, Samuel Williams, caught the vision and produced a master piece. Since releasing the project in 2017 God just began to really open doors enabling the ministry to minister across the globe. I’m seeing my passion begin and it’s incredible. It’s amazing watching what God does and I just remain in awe. Who are your musical influences that have helped shape your career in the music industry? For main stream Kirk Franklin, Kurt Carr and Israel Houghton. My Vocal trainer Pastor Andrew James and my Producer Samuel Williams of SamSound Pro. When you're not writing music, what do you do? I’m a husband and a father of 4. The thing is my wife is the Vocal director of the ministry. She has  incredible music brain. As well our children are at every single rehearsal. My children are young so they just soak up music and worship and are really inspired by it. I serve under the leadership of Rev Marcus Martinez at Destiny & Dominion Word Ministries in Toronto Canada as a worship leader and I currently work for Christian Horizons with individuals of special needs as a direct support professional. Can we expect another album in the near future? Oh yes! We have just released our new single called “You Are Awesome” which is available on all music platforms. We will begin to work on “Phase 2” in the upcoming future. What's next for you through 2019? 2019 has been an incredible year. We have a couple ministering opportunities within our city coming and we’re planning a huge community project for the summer. In the fall we will begin our process for “Phase 2”. Make sure to connect with Kevin Adams, as well as Voices of Praise, through their socials: Instagram Website #BuzzMusic