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American singer-songwriter and dynamic recording artist YUS prepares listeners for what to expect on his upcoming album, Hyperspiritual, with a stunning new single entitled "A Way Out." Born Youceff Yunque Kabal in Brussels, Belgium, YUS later moved to Pheonix, Arizona, and started honing in on his craft. Drawing from an eclectic set of influences, YUS is best known for creating emotive soundscapes that strike listeners with sonic depth and impactful lyrics. He brings this to the stage in his latest emotional, conceptual, and heartfelt single, "A Way Out." The song is the second lead single from the 2023 album Hyperspiritual and was initially written in 2012. After some major rebranding and reworking, the song was brought back to life. It marks a desire to leave the temporary nature of romantic relationships, looking for validation from within instead of through others. Expanding on "A Way Out," the experience begins with plucky and pulsating synths that drift through the speakers with immaculately good vibes. Once more piercing synths start flooding in from the background, YUS's sonically-distorted and tastefully-autotuned vocals bless us with bright melodies and conceptual lyrics about finding a way to validate yourself without needing someone else. Without the beat of a single drum yet, YUS pushes us to the hook, where our ears are greeted with mid-tempo percussion to round out this dynamic listening experience. The glimmering and gleaming synths continue pumping through the speakers on this feel-good and uplifting note, sending us to the outro with a sense of empowerment that all we need is ourselves. Find YUS's stunning new single, "A Way Out," on all digital streaming platforms, and catch him perform it live at 1720 in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 13, in support of the upcoming Hyperspiritual album in 2023. Welcome to BuzzMusic, YUS. We're so pleased with the lyrical concept and dreamy sonics in your new single, "A Way Out." What inspired the personal lyrical content within this piece? Thank you for having me. Lyrically speaking, A Way Out was inspired by the feelings I had towards my girlfriend at the time in the Spring of 2012. It's a dialectic, pondering whether or not I would welcome a solution to escape the looming end of our relationship, depending on how that solution came about. I've learned about myself that the way things come my way greatly affects how receptive I am to them. For example, I would rather earn $500 working than someone randomly giving me money in the street. Likewise, here, I ponder whether I would be willing to accept someone randomly giving me the solution to my relationship issue or whether I need to earn it. I think we would all rather work through our problems on our own, but sometimes, the problems are greater than we are. Someone else can come in from the outside and do the heavy lifting and help us find our solution. Would we be willing to let them, though? That's the question. And to be honest, I don't think it's an easy one to answer. I think most people like to do things their way, but sometimes, you have to learn to let go. What was your creative process like when formulating the sonics and production for "A Way Out?" What sort of vision did you initially have in mind for the song's vibe? I included the original demo of A Way Out as a bonus track to the release on Bandcamp. That was the vision I initially had in mind. It was very Washed Out-y, or at least my interpretation of a Washed Out production: Spacey synths, airy vocals, and a dope groove that kicks in at the right time. I had a bit of an epiphany in the Summer of 2012 when I added this drone-y guitar sound to my song Nowadays, as a pedal point to play throughout the track. When I returned to A Way Out some months later, I decided to try something similar with it, and that's how that distorted guitar playing in the background came to be. I also recorded my synthesizer live, as opposed to using a virtual synth, and adjusted the synth filters in real-time to make the track sound like it's growing more and more dramatic as the song progresses. The final changes came about when I recorded a version of the track at Endless Noise in Santa Monica in the Summer of 2019. Playing live drums on the song gave me ideas for the outro of the song, as I felt like I wanted to do something as a drummer when the synth lead solo reached its zenith. I basically tried to recreate what I did in that version but within my DAW. I think it gives a more human sound to the drums, which I think is the secret to good production. Do you feel that "A Way Out" provides a solid representation of the sound and vibe on your upcoming 2023 album, Hyperspiritual? Should we expect similar emotive soundscapes and lyrics? You know, I think so, yeah. It's the first song I've released using autotune on my vocals, so it serves as a good introduction to my new sound. There's quite a bit of autotune on my vocals on Hyperspiritual, so if you like this vibe, then the album will be a treat. Not all the songs have to autotune, but I think it works well for the songs that do have it. I think the autotune vocals on the album are even better than on A Way Out, in fact, way better, and I personally think the vocals on this single are great. Lyrically speaking, I get a lot more involved on the album, and there are some truly heartbreaking moments as well. If you thought A Way Out was heartbreaking, you're about to have the rug pulled right from under you! How do the singles "A Way Out" and "The Question" tie into the theme of your upcoming album, Hyperspiritual? How do these songs relate to the entire concept? Thank you so much for asking this question. I feel like I haven't really had the platform to explain my vision, so I appreciate the opportunity to do so here on BuzzMusic. When I wrote "The Question," I really thought it was the best song I ever wrote, and I still feel that way most days. I wanted it to come out first primarily to draw attention because it's probably the most positive out of this song group. Conceptually, it almost sounds like the beginning of a relationship, or how one feels at the beginning, so it was befitting for it to come out first. It relates to A Way Out and Hyperspiritual because of the rhythmic cadence, groove, and overall production choices used. It all ties into the cover art. It's pink all over for me, sonically speaking. The cloud in The Question's cover art is like that feeling you feel in your heart and in your stomach when you fall in love. It's like your soul dancing. I feel the same with A Way Out's cover art. I feel like the distorted guitar pedal tone is what the cover art would sound like if it could, and vice versa; if you could take a photo of the guitar sound, it would look like the cover art. It's like a star twinkling in the distance that then grows to be so bright it envelops everything. A Way Out, as a successor to The Question, is sort of like how you feel after all the fun is done: Introspective, questioning where things are going. Hyperspiritual is when shit really hits the fan. That's why the cover art is so dramatic. You'll know what I mean when it's announced. It's kind of amazing how the art for these songs lined up, to be honest. I sampled these from the Thought Forms book by Annie Besant and C.W. Leadbetter, which I came across some years ago. While I was releasing and doing promo for my albums Talisman (2014) and El Yunque (2018), I would listen to these songs, and the group that is on Hyperspiritual, I think, just kinda banded together on its own. I had this wild creative streak when I was living in Phoenix, AZ, between 2012 and 2015, where all these songs came through me. Some of them came out on El Yunque, some on these singles, and some on Hyperspiritual. I'll still have more songs left over from that streak, even when that album comes out, but this is all to say that it's been a bit of a process for me to get these songs out in a way that makes marketing and artistic sense. For the longest time, I've wanted to just give up and upload everything to SoundCloud and let the world make of it whatever it wants. However, I think that's why I call myself an artist these days because it's my duty and my decision, my artistic opportunity, in how these songs are rolled out. I used to think that after you create a song on your computer, all you have to do is upload it and let it fly away, but not anymore. These days I try to embrace the role of storyteller a bit more and give a little more substance to my releases in the hopes that listeners have a full experience. So yeah, I gave the world "The Question" and gave the ones who heard about it time to enjoy it. Now it's time for "A Way Out" to see the light of day and carry the torch until the album comes out next year. Instagram Facebook

From Los Angeles, California, TT17 brings a new vision for his career to impact the hip-hop music world, starting with his new hot single “Blue Bands.” Sometimes you need some time to breathe and freshen your ideas, which TT17 did for some months when his fans missed him. But that break was so decisive that it gave him a new vision of his craft. He is an artist in constant transformation, eager to show the public his new style in “Blue Bands.” In “Blue Bands,” TT17 promises fire, which is what he delivers. He sings about what he decides is the most relevant in his life and shows that he always has great people around him, like his friend Ricardo Melena who is also his manager. He tells TT17, ‘they don’t see your vision,’ but oh, they will. TT17 shows his gratitude to his friend as “Blue Bands” starts with a conversation they had the night they recorded the song. The track is upbeat and energizing, and the fast-paced rhythm pairs perfectly with TT17’s unresting vocals. His lyrics never stop, showing great breath control and keeping the vibes high. The lyrics talk about how TT17 has overcome emotional obstacles and put himself a priority to seek a future of success. TT17 also highlights how people turn nice when you pursue your dreams, but you must keep close to those who are in the dark. If you are up for a recharge of motivation and self-esteem in a new proposal of Hip-hop, “Blue Brands” is the song you must listen to now. Welcome to BuzzMusic TT17, and congratulations on your latest release, "Blue Bands." What was your biggest motivation to write “Blue Brands?” My biggest motivation to write “Blue Bands” was honestly just how much better my life has gotten this year, the amount of money I’ve earned at the age of 19, and the person I have become. I currently work two jobs, go to school full-time, and create music every single night. My family and I also recently moved houses, and I won’t say how much, but I helped out with the payment a lot. It’s things like that that make me realize who I am as a person; I am hardworking and willing to give it all up for something I’m passionate about and ready to work so hard to earn it back. People think my song “Blue Bands” is flexible for the amount of money I’ve accumulated, and half of the people think I’m lying in the song. Hey, I would think that too if I didn’t live in my own shoes. What was the best moment from recording “Blue Bands?” I recorded “Blue Bands” on July 12, 2022, at Mzoundz Recording Studio. I brought my manager, Ricardo Melena, and met up with my producer, Gillbee, and I introduced them to each other. I knew from the moment we 3 were in the same room it would be something special. And it was. I had so much fun while I was in the booth, just making this masterpiece of a song. I would say my favorite moment from the whole process of the song would be recording in front of Ricardo for the first time ever. He’s supported my music and given me amazing feedback on it ever since he first heard it last year, and he has truly helped me perfect my sound, and I am forever grateful for him. The best moment of all was when me and I got in the booth and just talked about the song, and that ended up being the intro of the track. How much have people around you motivated you to perfect your music? This year, I cut off everyone that won’t help me go where I want to go in life. I realized what’s important to me and that no one is going to stop me except myself. I want to reach heights no one ever has in life. One person besides Ricardo that has helped me get my sound where I want it is my close friend Jerry. He has seen my vision ever since we got close after high school. There were days in February and March when I felt my life was so bad, where I would just go over to his house and show him music on how I was feeling, and it was just silent after, but I knew he understood where I was coming from. I have a couple of close friends that I am going to take to the top with me, but only about half of them understand me when it comes to showing them my music and showing them my vision of it. Who do you want to ‘see your vision?’ Honestly, as much as I want to make it big and be famous in life, I don’t want it to be for the wrong reasons. A big part of my life has been sobriety and staying away from drugs ever since my Dad passed away from all that in 2013. So, I have made it my goal to attract the right audience, and that be people that are staying sober or even attempting to. I love when I go back to my old high school, I get asked for pictures or autographs by around 50 kids every time, but I remember this one kid in particular. I won’t say his name, but he said he heard about me being sober in one of my songs, and he applied that to his life now. I teared up when I got in the car, realizing that people are truly listening to my songs and seeing my vision. It means the world to me when people recognize me in public, and I can’t wait for the day when the whole world “sees my vision.” What's next for you? I’m gonna continue to help out my family and always grow as a person, every day, step by step. I have been recording music all year, and I am currently working on my 4th album, which hopefully will drop at the beginning of 2023. I saw a lot of success with my third album, “Wake Me Up In Calabasas”, and now I am only going to continue to evolve and take over this industry, once and for all. This is my welcome to the industry. Instagram Twitter

With the powerful instrumentals of punk, emotional lyrics, and a sweet voice, Sole Oceanna laments a failed romance in “Was It Me?” It was clear since Sole Oceanna was a child that music was meant to be her northern star. Now she is 15 years old, and her talent blossoms like the most magnificent flower in the garden as she explores human emotions through songwriting. While listening to her relatable lyrics, her music is as intense as the feelings it produces. “Was it Me?” has an ambiance of constant thinking with gloomy guitar chords, like placing the question repeatedly. It expresses the uncertainty produced by a failed love and the disappointment of having given it to someone that eventually hurt you. When there is no going back in a broken relationship, you expect both persons to ask, “Was it Me?” Hitting the play button on “Was It Me?,” you will hear an enchanting guitar accompanied by fast-paced hi-hats that welcome the melodic voice of Sole Oceanna. As she sings, the vocal effects give energy to her words and catch the listener's attention. The song's chorus takes the hype to its peak and explodes in charge of euphoria, so prepare your throat to sing along. It is incredible how “Was It Me?” takes the essential vibes of punk and adds digital elements to make it a richer experience and maximize the transmission of emotions. Defensively Sole Oceanna takes out the pain and anger but also demonstrates you can overcome hard times. If you have been there, in the pain of lost love, “Was It Me?” can be cathartic, and you should listen to it. Love can be chaotic, but in music, you find peace. Keep an eye out for our exclusive interview with Sole Oceanna coming soon. Instagram Facebook

TK and Alexander Lewis tell a story that takes love to outer space in their new single “Touchdown,” an incredible alternative pop fantasy that came true. Based in LA, TK uses the sounds of pop, R&B, and others that are hard to label to create music that goes beyond the mainstream. He is a prolific songwriter that uses art to recreate his experiences in music with outstanding talent. His skills have taken him to do studio work with The Weekend, Gwen Stefani, Usher, and Rihana, among other great names. Tk released “Touchdown,” produced by Alexander Lewis, a multi-instrumentalist with great influence from jazz and hip-hop. Together they made a song that transports your mind to a sci-fi scene where lovers travel through shiny stars and colorful nebulas thanks to the distant and distorted instrumentals and the tender vocals. “Touchdown” starts with a distorted guitar that sounds like a spaceship's engines in the most melodic way. It is the instrumental heart of the song. At the same time, TK’s Voice is uplifting, and the lyrics help you picture the stars, aliens, and love stories. The instrumentals are diverse and ethereal, focusing on futuristic sounds. The choice of effects makes the vocals and instrumentals reverberant and distant, like taking you somewhere extensive and unknown but promising. “Touchdown” is sweet and calming and the perfect song to listen to when you feel in a chilling mood or dream about going far away. Hit the play button on “Touchdown” and go on an outer space adventure for the sake of love. Welcome to BuzzMusic TK Touchdown, and a huge congrats on your successful collaboration with Alexander Lewis on your joint single, "Touchdown." What did you picture when writing “Touchdown?” When writing Touchdown, I pictured two souls who discover interstellar travel, willingly leave their world and take their love on a journey beyond our solar system. After their travels, they return to earth as celestial beings. With their light shining beyond comprehension, they reveal the blueprint to build a utopian world and revolutionize the structures of civilization forever. How did making “Touchdown” make you grow as a storyteller? Each song I write is a building block for my growth as a storyteller. Using planetary and mythological references to paint a picture of a life unknown was a great exercise of my penmanship. How did you and Alexander Lewis come together to make “Touchdown?” He and I met during a writing session for Daniel Caesar through our mutual friend Kyla Moscovich. We made an incredible record and knew we needed to work together again. We met up at the studio a few months later and messed around with ideas until we discovered the initial progression and melody for the song. The rest is history. What is the central message of “Touchdown?” Love is the most powerful force in the universe. In our world, love can save lives, end wars, and heal hearts. Society, family, friends, responsibilities, fear, and so much more are things that come between humanity and our individual abilities to express love for one another. Touchdown is about escaping from all of these hindrances and putting love above them all. What's next for you? I am currently rolling out a one-of-a-kind project called Eternal Garden. Eternal Garden is a brand new audio-visual experience, a series of music releases that follow excerpts of a deep-rooted narrative leading up to the release of the Eternal Garden NFT collection in late November. Instagram Facebook

Talented DJ and music producer Joe Bermudez teams up with vocalist Dana McKeon for their upbeat and fiery new single and blood-pumping music video, "Tug Of War." With an eviction notice hanging from his apartment door at 18, Joe Bermudez stomped down to WKZS radio in Auburn, Maine, pleading for a job. After proving himself as a needed addition through his own prime-time show, Kiss Klub Night, and becoming the music director for the radio show Open House Party, he was able to gain some serious exposure and even open for Madonna. Joe Bermudez showcases his electrifying EDM perfectly in his recent collaboration with the sugary vocal stylings of Dana McKeon in their new single and music video, "Tug Of War." It's a thrilling bop that looks at the constant push and pulls of passion, which is physically brought to life in the song's music video. As the thick synths and bouncy effects leap into the foreground, Dana McKeon's shimmering vocals greet the speakers while she and Joe Bermudez hit the gym for a group workout. The song's overall uplifting feel, alongside the exciting and groovy production, is the perfect workout tune in itself, and the music video brings all that energy with neon athletic fits and intense workouts. As the beat drops, the gym shifts into a mini club where Joe Bermudez is pumping up the party behind the booth, and the athletes are dancing away without a care in the world. It's an excellent visual experience that brings the energy of electronic music, working out and unbridled passion all in one. Pump some iron and give yourself some needed energy with Joe Bermudez and Dana McKeon's new single and music video for "Tug Of War." Find the single on all digital streaming platforms and the music video on YouTube. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Joe Bermudez. Why did you want to create such an exciting, groovy, and passionate track like "Tug Of War"? What might have inspired you to make it? Writing songs is like being a magician. You're creating something out of thin air, and because of that, the journey is never a straight line. You can start out on one path but end up somewhere completely different. Never knowing where the song is going to take you is part of the fun, though. It keeps things interesting. For instance, this one started out as something called Wherever You Go. The first draft wasn't groundbreaking but gave us some sort of jumping-off point. Then after many zoom sessions and pages and pages of rewrites, we chiseled away at it and somehow sculpted Tug Of War. It wasn't anything we planned, but you know when something feels right. Was this your first time working with vocalist Dana McKeon for "Tug Of War?" What was it about her vocals or sound that attracted you to feature her in your song? We've known each other for a while, but this was our first time working together. She has a song called Let Me Be Your Light that I am completely obsessed with. I love the honesty and intimacy in her voice. When Dana's singing, it feels like your best friend comforting you. It's the type of voice you can't get enough of and keep playing on repeat. Plus, she has these crazy beatboxing skills. Basically, she's just straight-up awesome. What inspired this workout meets dance club vibe in your "Tug Of War" music video? Who helped bring that vision to life? This song is a metaphorical tug of war, so I thought, why not do a literal one? It’s basically MTV’s The Challenge meets Electric Zoo and features epic girls vs guys "tug of war" battle that turns into a full-on rave. It was shot by Ernesto Galen, who works for the Boston Ballet. I bring a bunch of silly ideas to the table, and he makes them look polished and classy. What did you want your viewers to experience when watching the "Tug Of War" music video? How did you want to make them feel? Hopefully, they're experiencing a sense of joy. Whether they're dancing along and going crazy with us or laughing at us bringing back the thigh master, I hope it brings a smile to their face and brightens their day. Do you have any releases planned before the end of the year? I definitely have a lot more music in the pipeline. I wrote a lot during the pandemic lockdowns, and it's been nice having them finally see the light of day. Not sure which one will be next, though. Got songs about everything from a Disney love story to Tinder dating...haha. Instagram Facebook

Filipino R&B/Pop artist and singer-songwriter Roz De La Cruz takes us on an emotional cloud with his recent single and music video "HOLLYWOOD". Roz De La Cruz is serving ear-pleasing tunes that'll put him on the map. More recently, he opened for NEW WEST at Toronto's Axis Club. In "HOLLYWOOD," Roz De La Cruz takes us through the bittersweet ending of a loving relationship. "It's when you haven't fallen out of love with your partner, but life is calling you both in different directions," notes Rob. The recorded music video takes us through an intensely emotional storyline that will tug on anyone's heart. Expanding on "HOLLYWOOD," there's a sweet early 2000s pop vibe that turns into a deeply passionate and emotional space. Roz and his melodic and chilling vocals effortlessly hold the listener while serenading them. "HOLLYWOOD" and its music video sees Roz picking up his love for a day-long ride to a destination. The video has us nostalgic with DIY aspects and old-school video cameras. This music video makes you reflect on what to be grateful for and who you still have around. Feel the mood as Roz De La Cruz takes us on a journey in his interview and review for his recent single "HOLLYWOOD" here. Instagram Facebook

Founded in Germany in 2022, the alternative nu-metal band and trio Discover Tomorrow discusses a painfully relatable life experience in their latest sweltering single, "When I Look Down." The core members of the alternative nu-metal project have been working on original music for the past four years. Consisting of Nico Kerrinnes (guitars, lyrics, and recording), Lucia Maugeri (backup vocals, guitars), and bassist "5583," Discover Tomorrow is a group of enthusiasts focussing on creating art as an emotional outlet that simply cannot be compared to a traditional rock band. This time around, Discover Tomorrow is melting faces everywhere with their latest hard-hitting single, "When I Look Down." The song expands on finding your true calling amid the expectations of those around you, dissecting this rollercoaster of a process and the pain, frustration, and uncertainty that linger. Hitting play on the new track, "When I Look Down," Discover Tomorrow slaps the speakers with their thrilling electric guitars that stomp their way into the first verse alongside pounding drums and emotional vocals. Backed by some intense screams, Discover Tomorrow's ferocity and intensity in this single are palpable, and they have no issue displaying that in their lyrics and instrumentals. This song is needed now more than ever, when individuals everywhere are losing jobs and not getting hired, in need of an aggressive outlet to channel all that pent-up anger and confusion. This anthemic and soul-stirring single packs all the heart, emotion, and rage we could ask for, perfectly portraying the rocky roads we take to find out true calling. Ball up your emotions and throw them into the fires of Discover Tomorrow's killer new single, "When I Look Down," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Discover Tomorrow. We love the intensity and relatable concept in your new single, "When I Look Down." What inspired your group to write a song about the uncertainty of finding your true calling? Nico: Thank you for having us! And thanks a lot for your kind words; that means a lot to us! Writing a song about finding your true calling was kind of a fortunate accident. For years we’ve tried to build a traditional band, but it never really worked out with different band members. We tried to develop our own sound with a lot of talented musicians, but our directions were quite different. So, we kept writing and writing. A lot of instrumental demos were piling up after our then-singer quit us. Such a frustrating situation! Having talked for some weeks, we threw the idea of being a traditional band away and started working as a trio collaborating with befriended artists. It wasn’t intentional, but with all these setbacks, we were inspired to write a song that reflected our feelings of trying really hard to finally achieve our dreams. Lucia: We’re not full-time musicians, but we’re convinced that making music is our true calling; one thing that we really live for, we enjoy intensively, and it creates a lot of fulfillment for us. It was an absolute bummer that our then-singer and even a very good friend, our then-bassist, left the project without even telling us. They simply ghosted us. It was absolutely uncertain if we could ever finalize songs with vocals. And it has always been difficult for us to establish a lineup: We’re focusing on writing songs, whereas a lot of musicians here enjoy jamming and playing live. Something that is not our top priority. Long story short, writing "When I Look Down" is a reflection of our journey in establishing the foundation of our project. And we really hope that people can relate to our constant struggle that finally turned into the heroic feeling that we finally did it! 5583: We’ve all known each other for several years, but we never really got together besides jamming some fun stuff. Our influences are very different, from nu-metal to pop music to reggae. One day, our discussions got more serious, and we all opened ourselves creatively. I’ve listened to some demos and got really interested in developing this particular sound. What is more, I wanted to help my friends, so I joined the project. What was your band's creative process like when formulating the instrumentals for "When I Look Down?" What sort of atmosphere did you want the song to capture? 5583: The band’s creative process is quite different from my former experiences. We’re rarely writing together. Most likely, someone has an idea, develops it a bit, and hands it over to another band member. E. g. if Nico writes a cool guitar riff, he works on it for some time and brings it to me for bass or additional guitar layers by Lucia. If we feel that the song idea has a certain stage, we put everything together. We all have certain moments of inspiration in our lives. We try to capture this momentum. It is really advantageous that we all have the technology to write music in our home studios at any time. "When I Look Down" wasn’t written in a paid, kind of forced studio session. We had the time to wait for this certain moment of inspiration to develop the song and even invite befriended artists from the UK (vocals) and the USA (drums, mixing, mastering). Nico: Interestingly, I still kind of remember how the hypnotizing "wall of guitars" intro and verses were written: I was in a frustrated mood because of a singer who wasn’t really invested in working on our song ideas. But he never told us – he just did not do anything but hold us back. I was really angry and disappointed because I was so unsure if we could ever finish any songs. I took the guitar and just let my emotions out. Within an hour or so, I got quite lost in my despair and laid down another guitar part that was even angrier. If you are trying really hard and don’t achieve anything, you’ll feel like being in a dark hole that is sometimes flooded with anger but sometimes only with sadness. With Lucia and 5583, we developed the chorus, which is a big statement that "we will overcome all of these obstacles." Lucia: Exactly; we wanted to capture all the different emotions in the process of establishing the song. Writing the final vocal melodies was quite hard, so that we finished „Drowning Me“ and „Tangled Ropes“ first. But here we are now! We feel that „When I Look Down“ represents our sound, which is kind of like a rollercoaster of different emotions. What do you hope your listeners take away from your relatable lyrical content in "When I Look Down?" Nico: We hope that we can motivate people who struggle to achieve their dreams. You have to have a strong will, but also friends or at least helping hands that want to support you, not hold you down. We want to stress that you should always be open to new ways to achieve your goals. Without throwing away the idea of being a traditional metal band that needs 5 members in the same rehearsal space, we could not make the songs that we wanted to make. Adding 5583 to our lineup showed us the strength of friendship again. What is more, Fern Lemus, a texas-based audio engineer and drummer, really helped us by understanding the kind of music that we want to make. We are really thankful that all these people really invested their hearts and souls in making "Discover Tomorrow happen." Lucia: The song goes out to all the people who are held back by expectations or even self-doubt caused by others. Yes, it is always important to reflect on yourself and accept criticism, but also withstand it when you don’t agree. With the lyrics and the music, we want to underline that all these people who are trying hard are not alone. One day, if we have the right helping hands by our side, we will realize our dreams. It will happen, but we all have to hang on, just like we did when creating the band. 5583: I don’t care a lot for lyrics, but I think they are pretty cool and straightforward! What did your band enjoy most about creating "When I Look Down?" What did you get out of creating such a cathartic song? Lucia: I think, speaking for all of us, we really enjoyed „marrying“ the vocals to the instrumental! Listening to a rough demo of the song for the first time showed us that our vision of modern metal with different influences from pop, 90s nu-metal, and grunge work for us. It was such a rewarding experience that our idea of our own songs wasn’t just sketched, but just like a huge as well as difficult puzzle coming together. Nico: "When I Look Down" was actually the very first song with vocals that we wrote for Discover Tomorrow. It was the proof that we do have a certain sound and that we can realize all these crazy sounds that haunt us in our heads! Writing the song with these guys was really cathartic; I take a lot of pride and satisfaction out of it. Hellyeah, we did it! By the way, I enjoyed recording the lead guitar solo a lot. It was really frustrating at first because I couldn’t play the notes on the guitar that I was hearing in my head. Someday, sitting in the home studio during a nice sunset, out of thin air, I took the guitar and laid down the solo in the first take. It was so crazy that I didn’t dare to touch the recording again! 5583: I enjoyed writing the rhythm section for the chorus a lot. The initial ideas were cool and really straightforward at first, but the final version of the chorus has a great vibe. I can really see myself in the music we made. I am also very happy that I could help my friends, the experience of working on our own songs also beefed up our friendship on different levels! What's next for you? Nico: Our initial plan was to release two singles this year. We even finished the third one! We’re really happy about the debut year of Discover Tomorrow. To celebrate the release of „When I Look Down“ even further, we will see the release of a drum play-through video very soon. After that, we’re going back to our home studios and working even further on new songs. Hopefully, we will have something new next year. Until then, we really hope that people dig our songs: "When I Look Down“; "Tangled Ropes," and "Drowning Me." Lucia: In addition to that, we’re always working on art. We like photography, painting, and just capturing inspiring moments for all of us. Besides working on music, we will create artwork that we may use for future single covers. It is really important to us that we are involved in all of the art that represents the band. 5583: Until new music arrives, keep checking our social media accounts: We will share background information about our songs, e. g. how we wrote certain parts or how we achieve certain sounds. Instagram Twitter

Born in Daytona Beach, Florida, BigTreeSteve knows you need a sick track when being on the highway, so he steps on the accelerator of Hip hp with his song “Can’t Go Slow.” BigTreeSteve spent his childhood near the speedways of Daytona Beach, where he learned to love speed; combined with the love for music inherited from his parents, BigTreeSteve became a fan of the fast pace that is now the heart of his new single “Can’t Go Slow” and a reflection of his uprising career. In “Can’t Go Slow,” BigTreeSteve shows a tremendous ability to select instrumentals at the perfect timing to create an ambiance of energy and euphoria; listening to it it feels like being in a car race, and you are about to arrive at the first place. Besides, his vocal abilities to keep up with the fast pace and his powerful voice are BigTreeSteve’s presentation card as a great artist. The track starts with a hyping melody, alongside hi-hats and a buzzing bass that takes your mind to the highways, feeling the wind and hearing the motor roaring. As the voice of BigTreeSteve gets in, his fast lyrics and the striking energy of his voice accelerate your mind and raise the adrenaline. Plus, the vocal effects are in perfect timing, making “Can’t Go Slow” a constant charge of excitement. Once "Can't Go Slow" ends, it's like finishing a sprint, and the natural reaction is to jump and bang your head, letting out a 'wow!' escape from your chest. This is just the beginning of a promising career for an artist such as BigTreeSteve, whose talent is taking him up as fast as a Daytona beach racing car. If there is a song to make any moment more exciting and get your head racing, that is "Can't Go Slow." Don't be slow, and go listen to it. Welcome to BuzzMusic BigTreeSteve, and congratulations on your latest release, "Can't Go Slow." What experiences were your inspiration to create “Can’t Go Slow?” This year I have been working nonstop, all the time. I barely have time for myself anymore, but I still keep going. It felt like I was physically incapable of going slow. Honestly, it's kind of a “talk my sh*t” record. I’m pretty humble, but I felt like in the past I’d been too humble, and people mistake it for a lack of confidence. I recorded the song in like ten minutes at my engineer's spot. We pulled up the beat, and I started rapping about how I felt at the time, haha. I often found myself sitting around thinking about how people can be so extra sometimes. I was just tired of all the fake and started focusing on myself exclusively. Living fast, doing what you want to do, and not worrying about who cares. What was your greatest musical influence when making “Can’t Go Slow?” A lot of different things, but it all started with the vibes from the beat. The record is produced by Juzi, he’s really my brother through it all, and he’s an insane producer. He uses a lot of crazy EDM-esque synth sounds, leads, basically things you don’t usually hear in most trap records nowadays. The energy was hella high, and I had to keep it there, so I used a really fast-paced flow to match it. It's a weird mixture, but it worked out well. I like taking influence from other genres and implementing it into my music. It’s way more personal that way like this is me. How has your path in the academy of arts influenced your music? It didn’t directly influence my music in the way you would think. I first got there in 2019 and met a bunch of talented artists, filmmakers, musicians, producers, recording artists, and overall creatives from all over the world. Just getting to know people opened my eyes to things I wouldn’t have been able to see prior. I still have some great relationships from there. It made me see the common ground of being an artist: just creating. I think I needed to see it broken down like that because sometimes you get in your own head about stuff. It taught me how to be a better collaborator as well. Shoutout BlvckTanner, TrxggaTre, and Sean Ems, by the way. Those are my guys. Where do you picture yourself going with your music? Everything is lined up for me right now, and the future is looking really bright. Truthfully, I’ve been speaking a lot of things into existence this far; I truly believe manifestation works if done correctly too. I picture myself doing bigger shows in different states, selling out these venues, touring the country, and getting a couple of hit records under my belt, for starters. The key thing is gaining momentum, and then the sky’s the limit. I feel like I can’t be stopped. What's next for you? I’ve been branching out a lot lately, and it’s really exciting. Lately, I've been expanding the type of tracks I’ve been making. I got a lot of Alternatives, RnB and Pop records, I want to show the world. I still feel like my supporters haven’t heard me actually sing yet, besides at shows. I have like full ballads in the tuck. Been playing with really talented bands and instrumentalists, live and in the studio. It’s super fun. I also got into writing for other artists and have some big things in store on that end too. The people are just gonna have to stick around and see what goes down; I can guarantee they won’t be disappointed. Instagram Twitter

"I Remember September" is a sweet pop ballad that showcases Ruby Sue’s talent. Her voice and guitar skills are divine, making this song the perfect pick for a song to remember September by. Ruby Sue successfully bridged the gap between Courtney Love's scorned candor and Taylor Swift's charming sensibility. Her versatility is unique! Ruby Sue plays the viola and violin in addition to the acoustic and electric guitar and her fine choral control. Ruby Sue, a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Minneapolis, Minnesota, released the ideal coming-of-age alt-rock album, The Need, for her debut. The Need is an album that transcends every feeling brought on by the disillusionment of wasted youth. Ruby Sue ensures that this is an album not easily forgotten with the closing single of the album, "I Remember September." This melancholic and emotionally charged song is a complete hit. The song carries so much weight and shows just how good Sue is. "I Remember September" is a powerful song that matches incredible vocal abilities with a sexy melodic guitar. Ruby Sue’s sweet voice is alluring and captivating, moving every fiber in your soul and drawing your tears. Get ready to feel. "I Remember September" is the type of song that transports you to the setting the artist intended to show you. This time, Ruby Sue takes you on a trip down nostalgia lane. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Ruby Sue, and congratulations on your latest hit, "I Remember September." Where do you draw your musical inspiration from? I draw my musical inspiration from the pressing feelings inside of my body that have the need to come out. Words and melodies flow out of me in those moments when the emotions are too strong to keep in. As far as “The Need”, The product came out sounding like rock and alternative music. There are a few artists that had a great influence on that era, such as Sia and Hole. The strings used in Sia’s album “Colour the Small One” and Courtney Love’s biting lyrics and guitars in her album “Live Through This” show their colors through most of the songs. Can you share your creative process to create "I Remember September?" I wrote I Remember September one late night when I couldn’t sleep. I was tossing and turning, and scrolling through my phone, when I came across my “1 Second Everyday” app. The app compiles a one-second video from every day into a collage. I watched my September recap and was hit with a wave of nostalgia. I poured it out into my notebook. I knew the lyrics were enough to speak for themselves, so when I produced it, I kept the instrumental simple to bring out the vocals and words. What are three things you cannot leave your house with? Three things I cannot leave the house with are my earbuds, lip gloss, and one of my trusty film cameras. What would you say is the best part of "I Remember September?" Why? The best part of "I Remember September" is the bittersweet feeling. I reminisce on some tender times that September brought and mourn that era of time and who I was, “Who will remember me when I’m not young and free? The gratitude I felt from experiencing those things and the heartbreak of moving on and overall growing up. What's next for you? I have many more songs in the works that I will put together into another release, whether that be a single, EP, or another album. What I’ve been writing lately has a new sound that focuses on melodies and has plentiful strings. This new music tugs on the heartstrings a bit more than my past work. I am very excited to share this new music! Instagram

From Montreal to Nashville, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and country recording artist Justine Blanchet confesses her woes in a beautiful new single, "Hard To Love." Justine Blanchet first traveled down to Nashville at 14, returning within two years to play an open mic session at the legendary Bluebird Cafe. Now splitting her time between Montreal and Nashville, Blanchet uses her music to tell down-to-earth, relatable, and inspirational stories that have racked her thousands of streams and ample radio airplay. Bringing her own brand of sophistication, fearlessness, and culture to the country music scene, Justine Blanchet delivers all that and more in her recent single, "Hard To Love." The song's accompanying music video takes listeners deeper into relatable and confusing situationships, wishing that someone special would put in the same effort that you are. "Hard To Love" is the first single from Justine Blanchet's debut EP and was produced by Danick Dupelle (Emerson Drive, Tebey, Tyler Joe Miller, Matt Lang). The song opens with gentle and soft country instrumentals that glitter and gleam through the speakers while Justine Blanchet's lush vocals float in the foreground with honest lyrics that discuss someone else's confusing ways. Reaching the vibrant hook, Justine Blanchet lays it all on the line and yearns for someone to quit being so "Hard To Love." It's a deeply relatable single that reminds listeners of their worth and to not wait around for emotionally unavailable people who are hot one minute and cold the next. Justine Blanchet does an incredible job of portraying those situations with her sincere lyrics and chilling country/rock instrumentals. Loving someone isn't always breezy. Experience Justine Blanchet's perspective in her genuine new single, "Hard To Love," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Justine Blanchet. We love the relatable nature of your sincere new single, "Hard To Love." When did you start feeling inspired to create this song? What led you to do so? Thank you! Kelly Archer, Courtney Cole, and Derrick Southerland wrote this song! It was pitched to me by someone in Nashville. The whole playlist was about 8 or 10 songs, and “Hard to Love” was among the three songs that caught my attention. I was drawn to this song because the story was extremely similar to a situation that had happened in my personal life a few years ago. What was your vision for the "Hard To Love" music video? Did you have anyone help execute your ideas and put them into action? My vision was to use the photoshoot I did prior to filming for inspiration, which was very vintage country glamour. With that look in mind, I needed an actor to really portray the distance and miscommunication happening between the two of us. My whole goal was to get people to see the cognitive dissonance happening in that relationship. Tanner Roman, who shot the video, played a huge part in making this video come to life. Any ideas I had, I would bounce off of him and my family, of course. What was your experience working alongside producer Danick Dupelle for "Hard To Love?" What was that collaboration like? Working with Danick was a lot of fun! We come from the same province, so we share a cultural background, and his experience and qualifications definitely helped me step up my game in the country music scene. What do you hope listeners get out of your new single, “Hard To Love”? What do you want them to experience? I hope that listeners experience the feeling of being understood. They are not alone, and it’s okay to find yourself in a relationship that isn’t working. It’s not your fault. It’s better to find out sooner than later and to recognize your own worth. Maybe not now, but someday someone will recognize and appreciate your worth as well. What’s next for you? I am planning the release of an EP for the spring of 2023! I am set to go back to Nashville soon and wrap up the last few details and finish putting this EP together. Instagram Facebook