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The Red Skirts is an 18-year-old Latino indie pop/bedroom pop act located in Fontana, California. About 50 miles east of LA, The Red Skirts consists of 1 member, Luis Bustamante, who takes care of every aspect. Honing in on the increasingly popular bedroom pop genre and lifestyle, The Red Skirts takes a melancholic approach to the songwriting process, incorporating elements of Chicano mellow alternative and indie-pop to create an atmosphere of reminiscence that can be felt with every note of reverb-heavy guitar and charming vocal performance. Propelling ourselves into the almost ethereal world of The Red Skirts' most recent release, "Call Me When You Get Home," the indie-esque sounds trickle into our speakers and bring forth a tantalizing burst of thought-provoking melodies. We admire the seamless balance of timing and spatial cues that allow us to fast-track through the imaginative portal that The Red Skirts has intended for us to visit. Using a tame projection to send out The Red Skirts' timbres, there's a warm embrace that we allow to lift us as we further dissect the lyrical motifs present. "Call Me When You Get Home" has a designated narrative reflecting on long drives at night that The Red Skirts experienced as a child. Taking this personal experience and amplifying other themes such as the fear of dating for those who suffered the hardships of today's toxic dating culture, the brilliant myriad of sentimental value that makes itself apparent is rather uncanny. Feeling the notions that run through these melodies firsthand, we pick up on the therapeutic essence that The Red Skirts graciously offers up to us. Latching onto us with relatability one song at a time, we'll gladly swarm in The Red Skirts' authenticity through a genre unique to those who approach it. Welcome to BuzzMusic, The Red Skirts! Congratulations on the release of "Call Me When You Get Home." What inspired you to be so candid with your audience with a song that digs deep into your personal experience? It's not so much about what inspired me to be candid and truthful about genuine experiences of my past, it's more about what inspires me to not be so secretive. I don't feel comfortable with who I am at all. The way I think, dress, body, hair, eyes, height, etc and I find it very difficult to live with myself and actually take pride in anything I do. But if there's at least one thing that I can do right in my life, it would be to express my humanity. I just want to be understood as a person. Do you tend to take this approach to your songwriting? What does this song say about you as an artist? I do tend to take this approach to songwriting consistently. What I write isn't fiction, they're very real to me in ways that people may not understand. Oftentimes, I'm not looking to make a point necessarily, I just recall the moments in my life that have stuck with me to this day, and write down what comes to mind, often in the form of conversation. Call Me When You Get Home was written at a time of reminiscence of times I don't really understand. There's no particular memory, just when I was younger driving through DTLA with friends after a fun night, or a peaceful rainy day with a blanket to keep me warm. But these memories hit me hard, and I don't understand why. I'm unnecessarily and unconvincingly emotional. Could you please share a glimpse into what the creative process entailed when bringing "Call me When You Get Home" to life? When writing "Call Me When You Get Home", I wanted a song of my own to sit down and think about absolutely nothing. At the time, I was listening to Apocalypse by Cigarettes After Sex and was absolutely certain I wanted at least one song with this type of ambiance. I sat down with my guitar, started messing around with some random chords, and honestly felt very unsatisfied with everything I had written up to that point. I was zoned out, I honestly didn't really FEEL there, I was just in my head. When I came back, I found myself playing what eventually became "Call Me When You Get Home" and instantly loved it. I threw in reverb, added bass, strings, and everything else seemed to fall into place naturally. What is the main message that you hope your audience reflects on when taking in the meaning of this song? There are far too many people out there who don't really know how to take "no" for an answer and engage in inappropriate and obsessive behavior without even knowing it. I know I can't stop any of it, but maybe some people will listen to this song and realize how obsessive and creepy their behavior is after listening to it. It's basically my version of "Creep" by Radiohead but for the kind of creep, no one wants to admit to relating to. Lyrically, this song is about a person who will not stop bothering and obsessing over someone that will not give them the attention they're desperate for and will engage in unhealthy behaviors such as refusing to eat, sleep, or even enjoy themselves with a good laugh. Yet, holding on to this delusion that you still have a chance with this person, expecting the feelings to be reciprocated. These were not good times, but I was young, dumb, and didn't know any better, but I do now and can admit to it. What's next for you? A lot. I'm not going to stop, even when everyone around me tells me I'll never amount to anything more, even if I'm stressed over college and work, I simply won't stop. Expect more music, live shows (eventually), music videos, acoustic versions, etc, I'm not going anywhere. Instagram

Born and rooted in the urban communities of Southeast San Diego located in Southern California, Eturnul comes from living a fast street life to being delivered and blessed with a second chance to live life again. Giving all glory to God and living to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, her music is a proven outreach that bridges a gap long-desired between the wise and youthful generation. Reaching and inspiring the masses, Eturnul has chosen to live her life educating, encouraging, and empowering others to live a positive lifestyle. Taking an old-school hip-hop approach to her craft, Eturnul's latest single, "The Messenger," infiltrates our speakers with a nostalgic wave of musicality to back it. Playing into a spacious yet bouncy flow that has you hanging onto her witty bars every time she drops seamless metaphors and rhyme schemes, Eturnul has us bopping our heads to the effervescent grooves that the 90s inspired record provides us with. Matching the upbeat and energetic vocal performance that Eturnul conveys, the bright colors are seen throughout her music video for "The Messenger" follows the same suite and has us soaking in the vibrancy of this sonic and visual experience. A mesmerizing factor comes into play when Eturnul releases waves of her charisma. Unapologetic with her skill set, the emcee in Eturnul comes to light as she delivers her best self in the form of "The Messenger." It's no wonder why Eturnul's fan base sticks to her impeccably conveyed wording as they do. Eturnul can make people listen, and she won't stop until everyone has heard what she has to say. When asked to describe her lifestyle and music in 3 words, she replied, "God Or Nothing." Continuing on a mission to impact the world positively with a catchy twist to her flow and classic lyrical delivery, we're grateful to have Eturnul on our radar. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Eturnul! We love the quintessence of your latest single and music video for "The Messenger." What sparked the inspiration for this record and the video to accompany it? This project sparked the feel of '80s/ 90's hip hop with a classic record celebrating 50 years of the original Mr. Big stuff. Bringing back, good vibes, fun, dance, love to our communities & the music industry. The video brought the colors, the groove, and setting that can only make you want to vibe out to it. With God playing a significant role in your life, how do you manage to blend your love for music and the higher-ups? Everything needs balance, and that's how I am able to use my gift to inspire others. With God as the head of my life. Could you please share a glimpse into what the creative process looked like when bringing this song to life? It took me years to finally say okay imma do a real remake of a classic. My buddy had been telling me to remix one for years. I knew I had to come correct to do it. Honestly, Covid took me to another level. Reached out to steve og & him & steve vicious brung the magic. Replayed everything and we added original vocals & I wrote lyrics to it. After that, I said it needs something else, & boom reached out to DJ mac cummings and he put his 1's & 2's on it super lit. Scratching and mixing on it. Angelique jonelle & steve og added some vocals too. There you have it a masterpiece. Shout out to caraljo music, peer music & mailico music for allowing me to bless this classic. Truly humbled to have this opportunity. Thank you all. What has been the best piece of advice you have been given throughout your artistic career? Nothing comes to a sleeper but a dream. What is one of the goals you wish to achieve with this release? Create a wave that brings back the love of hip hop & new vibes to the music industry. Connect with some of the legends of hip hop and the music period. Salute one love Instagram

Italian singer-songwriter and piano virtuoso Stefano May releases an inspirational single and music video in hopes to induce change entitled "We Are The Power." May fuses soul, pop, and classical for an enthralling music journey, and his music is a statement of hope, love, and connection aimed to heal the listener. The Italian recording artist quickly gained notoriety by performing on popular TV shows back home and collaborating with names like Franco Zeffirelli and Jamal Joseph. Now taking his artistry one step further, Stefano May hopes to remind us that not all is lost with his latest single, "We Are The Power." May also released a powerful music video that captures the inspirational church scene with a passionate choir singing alongside his enthusiastic message. He hopes this anthem will inspire bright beginnings for the year ahead. Produced by Chico Bennett (Madonna, Lady Gaga, Prince, The Killers), "We Are The Power" opens with a tender piano melody and Stefano May's warm and gentle vocals that get straight to the point. He continues to remind us that we are only stronger together when we put our individual gifts to good use and unify as a whole in peace and harmony. As Stefano May ventures down his energetic and passionate lyrical journey, he's accompanied by a church choir's soulful and empowering vocals. This song is the perfect anthem for a better tomorrow, and Stefano May's dedication to living in peace and harmony is just as inspiring as the song itself. We truly appreciate such an inclusive and empowering piece, and we know our listeners will take something away. Stefano May put it perfectly when he said, "We Are The Power," and we hope the song finds you well during these times. Listen to the new single on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Stefano May. We highly appreciate the empowering and unifying feel of your latest single, "We Are The Power." What inspired you to create a song that would bring people together? Thank you so much, I am so happy that you like “We Are The Power”. The inspiration came from the darkness of this historical time that we are witnessing. People are obligated to live so far from each other and I wanted a song that would help people to connect mentally and soon physically. What was it like working alongside producer Chico Bennett when making "We Are The Power?" Working with Chico is always so much fun!! We understand each other perfectly and the majority of the time our connection is aligned in every way. What was your songwriting process like for "We Are The Power?" How long did it take to write your inspirational and compelling words? I wrote this song with my friend and lyricist John Smallwood and we were both so inspired to write something that was going to bring people together. The writing session for the core of the song took minutes, but the total process took us the better part of a day, and then the production of what you see and hear only took 5 days. I believe the process was short because it was born under a star that gave us the opportunity to help people. What was your experience shooting the motivational music video for "We Are The Power?" Did you have a director help execute your ideas? The experience was absolutely thrilling for me. I personally had the opportunity to share an entire day with some of the most authentic people that I have ever met. I learned a lot from the shooting of the video, I learned that gospel is not just a music genre but also a philosophy of life. Bijon Slack and “Voices of Unity” were simply the best and I am so happy the world gets to hear them with me in this song. The people involved really astounded me that day and they all are such professionals. We did not have a script, instead, I asked that everyone be themselves and express what the song meant to them in their actions that were captured on camera by Director Reggie Pinckney Jr. What is your biggest goal with your music this year? In 2022, I want my music to be shared with as many people around the world as possible. With speaking 4 languages, I want to connect and tour the world as much as possible to share my gift. Instagram Facebook

Teaming up to bring you a refreshing experience, acoustic rock band Eventually Epic and The Mona Khan Company join forces for the video release of "KHAFA." Originally hailing from NYC, Eventually Epic has performed at several high-profile events for the Indian diaspora in the U.S. including the Battery Dance Festival in NYC and Surati's 'Holi Hai' Festival in NJ. The Bay Area's premier dance company The Mona Khan Company has seen such successes as reaching the Top 48 in NBC America's Got Talent (Season 5) and has performed at Superbowl 50 alongside Beyonce, Coldplay, and Bruno Mars. The choreographed movements seen in "KHAFA" are courtesy of Ishika Seth, a dancer, and educator who combines Indian and Western aesthetic and movement styles to create an idiom of the Indian Contemporary dance movement. As we clasp onto the electric sounds of this masterpiece, we pick up on the passionate essence running through it. "KHAFA" has us feeling the depths of our emotions as we soar through the ease of grace in this buoyantly propelled song. The expressions performed have us latched onto dance-driven 90s Bollywood at its finest. With a rich plot narrative, we're exposed to a lighthearted plea to a lover not to be upset as the song reminds us to never give up on the adoration that makes us human. Capturing the dance number in all of its glory, The Mona Khan Company manages to symbolize the strength and beauty of love throughout the offering of their passion-fueled movements. Using red and cool blue to represent the ups and downs in every relationship, the visual component tugs at your heartstrings in an effective manner, leaving you wanting more. As "KAFA" carries on and brings us the self-assured tenors that Eventually Epic has set in place, we're thrilled to see Indian culture reaching America, and the empowering embrace of the sonic and visual message conveyed. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Eventually Epic, and congratulations on the release of "KHAFA." We love the sonic and visual pairing of the two together! How did the collaboration between yourself and The Mona Khan Company come to life? Thank you! We are thrilled with how our vision for the song came through as intended in the music video. We have the choreographer (Ishika) and excellent dancers (Asavari, Ishika, and Roma) at the Mona Khan Company to thank for that! We started singing together when we met as graduate students at Stanford University and later formed Eventually Epic when we moved to New York. While at Stanford, we had several friends interested in Bollywood dance, including one who later joined the Mona Khan Company as an instructor. It, therefore, seemed natural for us to work with the Bay Area’s premier performing arts organization, and we were fortunate that they loved the song. Did you always know that the visuals would turn out like this when bringing the vision to fruition? What was it like on set when filming this piece? Initially, we weren’t sure how well we would connect the band shots and the dancer's shots since they were shot separately. But thanks to the vision of Andy Chun (director) and Wesley Woo (videographer) and the magic of our editor Eyal Be, the music video flows seamlessly and the transitions seem organic. Creating the video was an absolute blast! The video was filmed on two separate days at the studio in San Jose. For day 1 (band only) Roon and Ryan flew in all the way from New York. It was like a reunion show (with only one song on the set), with lots of energy, caffeine, smiling, and good vibes! A couple of months later we shot the dancers from Mona Khan Company. They were an absolute pleasure to watch - absolutely professional and always on point. It was evident that they loved the song and were having a fun time! What is the main message that you hope your audience takes away from this release? First and foremost, we want the audience to have a good time! Khafa is intended to be a fun song, and we hope that even people who don’t understand Hindi will find it catchy and hummable. For those who are familiar with the Bollywood and Indi-pop (Indian pop) songs of the 1990s, we want the song to transport them back to those days. We want them to feel the joy of discovering a new indie band through a music video playing on MTV or Channel V. Thematically, we want the listener to persevere and to never give up on love. What is the mission statement of Eventually Epic? Eventually Epic is a band of really good friends who share a common passion for music. We want our music to bring a smile to people’s faces, be it through our wacky covers, eclectic originals, or energetic live performances. Even though the name Eventually Epic is a bit tongue-in-cheek, we are dreamers and seriously believe that music has the power to inspire, unite, evoke and heal. We want to use our music and platform to spread joy and love to everyone around us! What's next for you? We plan to follow up the Khafa release with our debut album release later this year. The album primarily includes English songs - Khafa is the only Hindi song on the album - and we already have music videos lined up for two other songs. One of these is a collaboration with another dance group - the renowned Battery Dance Company based in New York City. We also plan to do a U.S tour covering CA, NY, WA, and TX when travel is more amenable. And then later, we’ll continue working on our 2nd album, which will be an all-Hindi pop/rock album. Instagram Artist Website

LEMONWOOD truly captures the essence of psychedelic rock through each release, but what's just as exciting are the numerous remixes of the band's groovy and cathartic songs. The foundation of LEMONWOOD stems from musicians Justus and Paul, who later formed their friendship over a shared love for Morrissey. Soon after, Justus met guitarist Alex playing a Swedish guitar in a club, where he was asked to join the band. To complete the quartet was drummer Salo. After planting their feet in psychedelic rock, Alex decided to spread his wings as a solo performer, leaving LEMONWOOD as a trio. In 2020 the band released their 10-track album 'Home,' featuring the warmly melodic yet lyrically emotional single, "How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling)." This song was said to be written spontaneously based on a loop with traditional Indian instruments recorded beforehand. The song captures a bright and radiant sonic atmosphere, but the message at hand tugs on our heartstrings with lyrics about a challenging relationship that leaves both sides confused and unsettled. With a new remix, producer and DJ Myocard decided to put his own spin on "How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling)". Myocard perfectly picked up on the song's 'manic melancholy' approach with help from celestial synths and an exciting drum arrangement. He also thoroughly utilized the traditional Indian instruments to stick out as the focal point. We truly appreciate the modern electronic spin that Myocard brought with this remix, as it's a prime example of taking something great and making it even better. LEMONWOOD also released two other remixes with different artists for "How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling)." Find all three renditions on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, LEMONWOOD. We love the new remixes of your single How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling). What inspired the initially emotional song? I always had a liking for psychedelic music that incorporates elements from very different cultures - just like the Beatles and their sitar. How Long Can You Float actually started with a mixed Indian instrument loop that I recorded earlier. I then wrote the song very spontaneously - like most good songs just suddenly appear. The melody came naturally and the whole structure was ready within a few minutes. I don't remember how the text came about. It was finished very quickly afterward. I only know what it's probably about: a person you're very close to, even though she has to shatter the closeness again and again - who actually doesn't know who she really is. You see her suffering but all you can do for her is a promise that you will always be there. You are in a trance in which you are fatefully exposed to the ambivalence of this person. Maybe it's just about unconditional love. Or borderline disorder. What did you enjoy or appreciate the most while listening to Myocard's remix of "How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling)?" The song is somehow paradoxical: there is a deep melancholy in it, but also a fast, solemn trance of this fateful devotion, this connection that seems as inevitable as time. That's exactly what I think increases in Myocard's remix: It just keeps going with the steady pulse of time. The devotion turns into euphoria. Everything is relative because everything is somehow hopeless and yet inspiring and full of love. And I also just found it exciting to see the direction in which he took the sound. Speaking of the artists who remixed "How Long Can You Float (Before You're Falling)", have you worked with them at all, or are you hearing about them for the first time? He's a friend of my manager and he wanted to remix one of our songs. We're not saying no! Since your band hasn't released any music since 2020, what have you been up to over the past year? Because of Corona, we haven't played live as a band - not a single release concert for our album „Home“ from 2020 has taken place so far. Our drummer then had a baby and so everything was kind of in limbo. But from time to time I've always written songs that have already been partially recorded and then, just for fun, I made a remix for the EP myself, which I couldn't finish for months because my computer burned out.. What's next for you? Exactly: it goes on! We plan on releasing a bunch of new singles this year. I still have so many songs the world needs to hear and I'm already in the process of producing them. There's a song called Don't Waste Your Love and I wrote it ten years ago, but I think it fits the times better than ever. Sounds like a love child of Morrissey and the Beatles. I also have an album called "Time" in my head - let's see if and when it happens. The song, which is also called „Time“ is one of the best that was ever written. George Harrison would be proud of me. Well, but seriously: We're just happy if we can continue making music and hopefully play concerts again soon. If our bass player doesn't suddenly have a baby. Thanks a lot for having us, BuzzMusic! Official Youtube Instagram

Progressive rock/metal band Source was formed in 2013 in Boulder, Colorado. Benjamin Gleason, Justin Mirarck, and Pascal Faurie create consciousness-based music by exploring flotation tanks, philosophy, meditation, yoga, and other mindfulness practices. Their music expresses the sensations experienced on this planet, the profoundness of the human experience, and the beauty of all that is. With powerful vocals that dramatically spill into our speakers, we're captivated by the rush of intensity that is Source's latest single, "The Insipidness." Catering to the emotions we have shackled within ourselves, the burgeoning soundscape grows with our anticipation as the progressions ramp up for a full-fledged delivery. With the heart-shattering timbres grasping onto us with a bold embrace, how these croons cascade upon a bed of eclectic guitar riffs, mellow rhythm, and impactful percussion hits has us enthralled with this record. "The Insipidness" comes to us from the debut album 'Ethereal Self,' sitting fourth on the tracklist. As poetic lyrical motifs such as 'This potent hunger drives this obsession' chime into our speakers and heighten our senses, the opulent wording continues to glimmer throughout a piece of this caliber. What strikes us as a brilliant display of showmanship is that you can colossally hear each member contributing to the grander scheme of the vision while bathing in self-expression that reflects each individual. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Source, and congratulations on the release of your latest single, "Ethereal Self." Could you please take us deeper into the meaning this record holds to you? This album is about the importance of connecting to our cosmic selves in the face of a decaying world. How does the concept weave into this track tie into the album's overall theme and message? The song is about allowing creativity to flow naturally and free of judgment from a world that wants to put everything into the same box. By staying connected to our ethereal selves we can create free of self-doubt and allow the natural creative process to unfold without judgment. How much truth resides in the lyrics that you profess? Is it essential for you to be vulnerable with the message you send out? I have always strived to be as vulnerable and transparent as I can be with my lyrics. When I use metaphor, it is to simplify the theme of the song so that it can be more universally understood. If your audience could know one thing about you that they don't, what would you want it to be? We are a 100% DIY band. We have transitioned to making all our recordings ourselves. We produce everything ourselves. We are as independent as a band can be. We believe the only way new original music will continue to exist in a modern music industry is if musicians take the power into their own hands. We all have the tools, we just need to use them and stop letting labels and big agencies tell us they are our only route to success. What's next for you? We are releasing a remix album of Ethereal Self starting with a few singles. We will also be releasing a few full band singles this year and a new full-length album sometime in 2023. Also, we will be on the road as much as possible in 2022 so keep an eye out for our tour dates! Instagram Facebook

From Milan to Miami, singer-songwriter, rapper, hip-hop/electronic producer, and recording artist Dici drops a reflective new music video for "u n i." Young adulthood is never easy, but the 18-year-old has become accustomed to expressing those experiences through his bars and production. Under his own label, DICI, he gravitates listeners worldwide and has landed over a million views on YouTube. Each of his songs perfectly demonstrates Dici's passion for electronic music and spitting bars. Recently releasing his music video for "u n i," viewers can get to know Dici on a more personal level through his honest and emotional bars while traveling through dark and dim settings. We love Dici's powerful and compelling performance in this music video; although the song's sonics are invigorating, there's something about his bars that shift our attention to thoroughly hear what he has to say. Jumping into the music video for "u n i," we're greeted with Dici in a mini trance, gazing into a spotlight as he stands under it in a dark and spacious room. As we quickly shift into other scenes of the rapper spitting his bars in a dark underground parking lot, he hits us with all these different angles, mesmerizing silhouettes, and atmospheric candid shots. We must say the song itself is like nothing we've ever heard before; Dici perfectly utilizes the exciting and anticipatory drum elements of electronic but without the use of heavy synths to amplify his rhythmic vocal performance. As he continues to plea for someone's attention and love, the music video closes with vast introspection. Get to know the dynamic stylings of Dici through his latest music video for "u n i," now available to watch on YouTube. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Dici. We're incredibly impressed with the emotional yet dynamic atmosphere in your latest music video for "u n i." What inspired you to write the song itself? What experiences led you to create it? At first, I wanted to make something that sounded unique. At the time I was listening to a good amount of EDM so I wanted to somehow incorporate that into what I was making. I created the beat first and then start writing lyrics. The experience that led to the song was the feeling that you wanna be with someone but you are kind of self-sabotaging the relationship. How do you go about merging hip-hop with electronic music? Was it challenging at first to blend such different genres together? It wasn’t too difficult because I could pick and choose. I took aspects that I liked from hip hop and merged them with aspects I like from EDM. The production was way more EDM and the vocals were way more hip hop-like. What was it like working with director Brian Bayerl for the "u n i" music video? How did he help bring your visions to life? It’s always awesome to work with Brian. Brian helps bring my ideas to life by taking my initial thought and expanding on them. By doing that we can bounce ideas back and forth that eventually lead to the final project. What do you hope to make viewers think and feel when watching the music video for "u n I?" I hope viewers walk away from the video thinking that it was an entertaining and exciting video. The main goal was to create “eye candy” that would complement the song. Instagram Facebook

Rapper, singer, and songwriter Lucas Writer (born Kenneth Kavon Simms) is on a path dedicated to bringing a fresh new sound and energy for his listeners with each new release. Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Lucas grew up surrounded by music in his family dynamic, heavily influencing the creative path he would later embark on. Lucas has engaged in many musical endeavors over the course of his journey so far. Making up one-half of the New Leaders hip hop duo, he helps to use music to empower listeners to go after their hopes and dreams. As a solo artist, Lucas Writer has managed to captivate his audience with his fast-paced bars, exciting beats, and lyrics infused with hope for his generation. Now, let’s take a deeper look into Lucas Writer’s latest release, “In My Bag”. Lucas grabs hold of the listener immediately with his smooth delivery and an impressive variety of pace and vocal performance. Lucas is articulate and engaging, allowing the listener to follow along and become hooked on every word. He gracefully drives home messages of constantly being doubted throughout his life. “In My Bag” portrays themes of doubt from friends and loved ones, but Lucas proves he will persevere regardless of any hate. He drives home this message throughout his unforgettable hook: “My foot on the gas They hoping I crash They hoping I stay in the past They want me to fail While wishing me well But I just stay in my bag” An infectious groove and unique production elements back up Lucas's powerful lyrics. His talent and charisma shine through on this track, and we can’t wait to see what he comes up with next. Let Lucas Writer prove to you why no one should sleep on him with his latest single, “In My Bag”, available now on all streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Lucas Writer, and congratulations on your new single "In My Bag." Can you tell us a bit more about the inspiration behind your track? Was it tough to write about topics like this, knowing loved ones would hear? The phrase “In My Bag” is a common idiom in black culture and it’s taken on different variations like “I’m in my Birkin” or “I’m in my duffy.” Essentially, being in your bag means to grind and go after what you want. My inspiration behind the song is detailing the specifics of what it means for me to be in my bag. From personal aspirations, long-term goals, personal experiences, daily observations, and everything in between. I’m showing my perspective on what it means to be in my bag. I pride myself on being 100% authentic when it comes to my music. It wasn’t tough to touch on certain topics because it’s my truth and I’m going to stand by that. The music hits deeper when you know that it comes from a real place, it’s so much more than just words. We love how the production behind the track perfectly backs up your vocal performance while also letting your lyrics shine. Did you have a vision for the production while writing the track? How did you bring this to life? When it comes to choosing beats, I personally gravitate to simpler beats. There doesn’t need to be too much going on when it comes to instrumentation. For me, less is definitely more and it leaves room for exploration and experimentation. When I first heard the beat it was nostalgic for me so I had to bring that feeling to life with my verses. Whenever I hear a beat and I get that burst of inspiration, I have to stay in that space until the song is complete. This song came to life cause I was constantly living this feeling of wanting more and knowing that I got something special. Your love and passion for music and performing are extremely apparent in your music. Do you remember where your love for music all began and who your greatest influences growing up were in music? I come from a musical family so I was always surrounded by singers, rappers, drummers, pianists, directors, etc. I grew up in church so gospel music will always be a part of my musical DNA. My father was a minister of music so from a young age I started to develop a love for music. My influences growing up were Michael Jackson, The Notorious B.I.G, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, and OutKast. What do you hope listeners will take away from this song when hearing it for the first time? I want listeners to understand that nobody’s going to believe more in their dreams than themselves. I want this song to be a daily motivation for listeners to stay in their bags and keep grinding. We all have the right to pursue our dreams so we owe that to ourselves. What's next for you? What’s next for me is shooting music videos for my last two singles, releasing two new singles, and then releasing an EP that’s set to drop in either late March or early April. Instagram Facebook

The Long Island-based rapper and grunge rock/hip-hop recording artist nikmoody embraces the weird with his fiery single and music video, "MAD!?" Since the passing of his ex-girlfriend, nikmoody has been on a relentless journey to reach his destiny. Having performed at SXSW, headlined at SOB's, freestyled on Shade 45, and opened for acts like Wyclef Jean, Dizzy Wright, and KOTA The Friend, the versatile recording artist made that dream a reality. Inspired by the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Atmosphere, J.Cole, and Nirvana, listeners, can hear nikmoody's love for boom-bap hip-hop and grunge-rock through his vast discography. Recently releasing hit newest hit, "MAD!?," nikmoody leans more towards the energetic side of modern-day hip-hop in this confident and playfully braggadocious banger. Hitting play on the song, "MAD!?," the track opens with a heated contemporary hip-hop beat and nikmoody's vivacious energy and charisma, flowing through our speakers with the utmost confidence. While he shifts from the high-energy hook to his poised and witty verses, nikmoody flows a message of embracing the inner weird and taking risks to achieve your wildest dreams. Talk about embracing the inner weird—nikmoody's music video for "MAD!?" brings us to a wild house party with appearances from the Mad Hatter, a pornstar, a piñata, a shattered guitar, and a 72 Stingray. While nikmoody throws himself around the jam and the crowd chants along to his catchy hook, we start to feel some serious FOMO after watching such a carefree, thrilling, and unforgettable bash like this. Well...are you "MAD!?" Find nikmoody's anthemic new single on all digital streaming platforms, and watch the music video on YouTube. We can't get enough of the energy and confidence of nikmoody's latest single, "MAD!?" What has it been like working with Nikmoody from a managerial perspective? Working with Nikmoody has been a truly amazing time. With Mad, Nikmoody was able to go back to one of his videos, Buzzfeed, and incorporate various elements of it into "Mad." He also was able to sample some of These Walls as a major reference to create this amazing video with his long-time friend, Luke DiCola. It was amazing to see Nikmoody organize and bring the people with whom he truly has done music together and just have fun. The crew that he cast was all people who genuinely appreciated and wanted to see his music thrive in the journey. After Mad was released, there was this spark. The latest single "MAD!?" didn't really capture Nikmoody's affinity with grunge-rock. Should we expect more hip-hop songs this year, or might he lean into grunge-rock again? The thing that Nik wants or I think he wants out of this new album is for everyone to accept themselves. As creatives, we try to be one emotion and just that. This album will call on various different emotions, and you need to be okay with accepting all of them. Madhouse has been one of my most anticipated projects to share with people, and so happy that around May you get to hear it! So Stay Tuned and be prepared. What's next for Nikmoody? Nikmoody is dropping his first album, Madhouse! It is really a statement for him because he has accepted who he truly is...MOODY! A person who accepts all forms of his emotion from happiness to sadness. I want everyone to be able to see the journey he has taken with his life now as an artist. This album would not be where it needs to be without the amazing help of producer, Blvff, who is an amazing, inspirational engineer for Root Deep Productions. When the album was in the makings, both made a dedication to each other that every Thursday I believe around 10 am haha, to work on some element of music to really get it going. Mad was the welcoming party to the Madhouse. Instagram Facebook

Alexi Diem, known by his stage name “Lue.,” is a Los Angeles-based producer from the Midwest. Teaming up with singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, Marcellina, along with recording artist Zac Rose; this powerful assemble releases their stunning new single, "Floating Away." One can best recognize Lue.'s productions for their soft and reflective soundscapes using lush synths and dreamy melodies that are heavily influenced by Indie, Alternative Hip Hop, Lofi, and R&B. This time around, Lue. teams up with Marcellina and Zac Rose for their sweet-sounding single, "Floating Away," which left our souls hovering above the stratosphere. While Lue. tackles the Flume-like electronic sonics, Zac Rose and Marcellina drift over the foreground with their equally dreamy and transcendent vocals. We're incredibly excited to feature this new hit; we're certain anyone who stumbles across this piece will feel the refreshing impact it has to offer. Diving into the new single, "Floating Away," the tune kicks off with Lue.'s soft piano melodies and faint synths alongside muffled drum breaks that quickly drop into a Flume-like, dynamic synth arrangement that accompanies Zac Rose's soothing and velvety vocals. As Marcellina makes her way in, she takes us by the hand and leads us into bliss through her chilling and lush vocal stylings. Both Marcellina and Zac Rose perfectly amplify Lue's dreamy production, making for one of the most refreshing listening experiences we've heard this year. We adore how Marcellina's feminine and soft energy adds a brilliant contrast to both Lue's groovy production and Zac Rose's dreamy vocals, ending the song with nothing but poise and passion. Feel your heart "Floating Away" with help from Lue.'s new single alongside Marcellina and Zac Rose, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Instagram