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From Orange County to Los Angeles, singer-songwriter and country-pop recording artist Jasmine Alkouri makes her big debut with a refreshing and playful single, "Harder On Me." Jasmine Alkouri is at the fulcrum of an evolving country music scene, and she's ready to make an impact with her authentic lyrics based on genuine life experiences. Having experienced a traumatic shooting in Vegas and overcoming depression throughout the pandemic, Jasmine Alkouri uses her craft as a vehicle to express life's peaks and valleys. With inspirations like Shania Twain, Gretchen Wilson, and Taylor Swift, listeners can clearly hear these influences shine through in Jasmine Alkouri's exciting debut single, "Harder On Me." Alkouri also released an accompanying music video for the song, highlighting the hardworking men Jasmine Alkouri adores while wishing these men would work even harder at their shot with her. Hitting play on the debut single, "Harder On Me," the tune kicks off with crunchy electric guitars and spirited synths that soar in from a distance. As Jasmine Alkouri makes her vocal appearance alongside a sole acoustic guitar, she begins to enlighten us on her desire for a hardworking man who works even harder on her. We adore the playful and organic feel of this single, totally reminiscent of Shania Twain's groovy and passionate sound. As Jasmine Alkouri takes us around the hook, her vibrant and bright performance keeps us hooked while tapping our feet to the heavy drums and the song's overall groovy country-pop feel. Carrying us to the outro with immense positivity and playfulness, Jasmine Alkouri ends her exciting debut single on a note of passion and energy. Experience the wit and charisma of Jasmine Alkouri in her big debut single, "Harder On Me," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Catch the song's music video on YouTube. Congratulations on releasing your playful and high-energy debut single, "Harder On Me." Why did you want to release this song as your big debut single? How does it help us get to know you better? I have a TON of songs under my sleeve, but Harder On Me resonates more with my personality. Like the music video, I'm zany, flirty, and colorful. I want to make music that makes people get up and dance. I wrote a lot of love songs in the past, but then I got over the heartbreak and never wanted to go back to those songs because they didn't make me happy. I only want to make happy music! I'm pretty comedic, according to my friends and family and this song really shows it. What inspired the playful and passionate lyrical content in "Harder On Me?" I grew up around hard-working men in my family. Men who could fix anything with anything. When I moved to the city, I felt that every guy I met just ordered a worker on an app to come hang their pictures on the wall or fix the clogged sink. I fix everything on my own! I want a guy who can figure things out in life on their own and works hard whether that be in the office, on the farm, in the stock market, crypto, etc. I don't want a guy taking selfies all day (unless that's his job). But most importantly, I want someone to work harder on me...our relationship comes first. Could you tell us about your experience shooting the music video for "Harder On Me?" Did you have a team with you to help bring your ideas and visions to life? It was so much fun making this video! We shot everything in my neighborhood in Calabasas. Our neighbors had some Alpacas they rescued, and I had chickens. The song is already written when you hear it. It was very easy to make the storyline since it's already in the lyrics. Kassey, my director, really understood my vision and brought it to life. I actually met Tyler (the City Boy/Hardworking man) that morning of the shoot for the first time! We really hit it off instantly. Could you tell us a bit more about what you want to represent as an artist? How does your music reflect who you are? I represent women that like to do their own thing and like to be creative. I want to bring out the child in everyone with my music. My music shows my personality with puns, wordplay, and the heart that never settles for less. What's next for you? I have another song I'm working on that is very flirty and fun. It's about role reversal in the dating scene. It's definitely like nothing you have ever heard! When you dance, your brain releases endorphins, so my plan is to keep making songs that force you to get up and dance. Stay happy, guys! Instagram Facebook

Coming in hot from Silver Spring, Maryland, songwriter and rapper Soleille is about to kick 2022 into full gear with her forthcoming "INTRO" to the year. With music coursing through her veins at a young age, it wasn't long before Soleille discovered that singing, rapping, and performing were her calling. Her sounds range from hip-hop and r&b to Afrobeat and French pop, but she also describes herself as a Black Noïze artist rebelling against genre confinement. Through her dominant bars and stage presence that grabs your attention, the future is truly looking bright for the Maryland recording artist, and she's about to make her mark on 2022 with the release of her forthcoming single, "INTRO." Soleille's inspirations like Beyoncé, Eminem, and Nas perfectly beam through her quick yet clear flow and infectious confidence in this single. This short track packs a heavy punch, and we're sure listeners will appreciate Soleille's wit, attitude, and authority as she starts the year off right. Get to know the fiery DMV-hailing recording artist as she makes her big "INTRO" to 2022 with a jab-to-the-gut new single, coming soon. Instagram Twitter

Hailing from New York City, singer-songwriter and award-winning recording artist Brandon Anderson returns with a moving and inspirational single entitled "Shadows." Anderson has been named a Critics Pick by Time Out NY, while also getting listed as #8 on the Advocate's Hot Sheet. A finalist in the Ultimate Singer/Songwriter Contest, Brandon Anderson has also landed features on NPR's Lake Effect, The Advocate, Queerty, The Shepherd Express, and many more. Having crossed the country twice on different tours, there's no saying what he will do next. Now, Brandon Anderson is taking the industry by the horns once again as he releases the bold and motivational single, "Shadows." The song is the second single off Anderson's forthcoming soon-to-be-titled album releasing late spring. "Shadows" discusses that voice in your head that might seem like a guiding friend, but it's nothing more than lingering doubt, fear, and lies that keep us from reaching our highest potential. Listening to "Shadows," the song soothingly opens with distant synths in the background while short drum breaks and a plucky guitar-like synth bursts through our speakers. As Brandon Anderson makes his way in, he begins singing of wanting to set himself free from the trials and tribulations his mind makes up. The song's instrumentation is incredibly modern and dynamic, and we love the incorporation of electronic elements merged with warm basslines and airy drum arrangements. Brandon Anderson always impresses us with his lyrical mastery, and this song is nothing short of an emotional and cathartic masterpiece that helps us see through the shadows cast by the negative voices in our minds. Give yourself a boost of motivation with help from Brandon Anderson's new single, "Shadows," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Brandon Anderson. We always appreciate featuring your empowering music, especially the new single "Shadows." What experience or moment inspired you to write a song about seeing through the negativity stepping into the light? Thank you! It's great speaking with you again! "Shadows" is actually an old song that originally found itself on my Guitars & Grievances album. I wrote it while I was on tour for the first time and had a lot of time away from my daily life. I had just started a relationship before leaving for the tour and, like had been the case every time before, I was having this constant barrage of doubt - voices in my head telling me it wasn't right, I wasn't good enough, something was wrong. It was a similar voice that also held me back in my career. At the time, I didn't know what the voices or shadows were, but in writing the song, I acknowledged that they were there. Fast forward ten years and the pandemic created another pause in daily life. In the reflections that inspired this whole new album, I had a realization about this ten-year-old song. I was playing through my albums while in quarantine and as I played Shadows I was suddenly just struck like lightning. I finally knew what the voices and shadows were that had been planting all these doubts in my head. It was quite the epiphany, so I knew I had to re-record the song and it became the jumping-off place for the entire album. Naming something is really the first step in defeating it, in changing old dynamics. Do you feel that "Shadows" is a solid representation of society's current state? Did you want this song to help remind listeners that it's only darkest before dawn? "Shadows" is about a universal problem that we all face to varying degrees - the voices of doubt that hold us back from reaching our full potential or having meaningful and deep relationships - and I think that the root cause is certainly embedded in the society we live in. There is a lot of "should be's" in our society, and I think social media has only amplified some of this messaging and made it impossible to escape. And if you are not in the straight white majority, there is an added level of shadows that obfuscate paths and limit what you are allowed to think is possible for yourself, what you are worthy of. I think being able to recognize that the voices in your head are not yours, that they were placed there by someone else, by tradition, by prejudice, is the first step in overcoming them. For the longest time, I thought the shadows were being cast by me, but once I realized the truth it was much easier to ignore them and chart my own path towards the light. I hope Shadows will remind listeners to question the voices that make them doubt their potential, their ability to love and be loved. What was your songwriting process like for "Shadows?" Do you have any particular methods that help express your thoughts and emotions freely? I've always just strived to be honest and I find that is easiest when I am out of my comfort zone when my defenses are down. When I am too comfortable, I have a lot of protective walls that can sometimes shield me from the truth. For Shadows, I was on tour with people I had just met and was away from everything I knew. It was an incredible experience but also lonely at times and I think that vulnerability translated into the songs I was writing, including Shadows. With each new album, I feel like they come from a place of uncertainty and questioning and the music is the way that I navigate it. In truth, I am not the best at expressing my emotions to friends and family in daily life. I feel like I have to be strong, solid, stable, but music is the one place I feel I can express myself fully, which is what keeps me writing. What should we expect from your upcoming album this spring? How does "Shadows" fit into the project's theme and concept? A journey! I am just finishing the mixes and masters of the final few tracks and I am very excited about how it's all turning out. "Shadows" is the first track on the album. It's the realization, the spark that ignites the journey that the album goes on. It really is about moving from darkness and doubt to the light of acceptance and joy. I wanted to create an album after the pandemic that was about moving from all the darkness we were living through and finding the light on the other side. After all, you can't have shadows without light. What's next for you? Right now I am focused on finishing this album so I can hopefully play out and tour this summer! (Fingers crossed) My song Pixelated Love was also just nominated for Best Indie Vid by Queerty for their 10th Anniversary awards, The Queerties. You can vote for my song every day until Feb 22nd! Instagram Artist Website

From Birmingham, Alabama, singer-songwriter, producer, and r&b recording artist Austin Riddle catches himself in heartbreak warfare with his latest single, "best believe." Riddle's music often explores smokey sensual r&b blended with 80s inspired melodic pop sentiments. Having developed his songwriting, production, and vocal skills since childhood, Austin Riddle has landed himself performing for audiences in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and New Orleans. "I just make music as therapy and hope to share that journey with anyone who resonates with it," notes the Birmingham-based recording artist. Recently releasing his emotional and heartfelt single, "best believe," Austin Riddle takes us through the experience of tarnished love and our stubbornness to stay around when all seems broken. Beginning our journey into Riddle's new song, "best believe," we're met with a heavily reverbed electric guitar melody, soaking our speakers in a melancholy and grunge-like tone. As Austin Riddle's clear and warm vocals begin to serenade us, he lets us in on the turmoil he's seen with a tumultuous relationship. We adore the dynamic range of this song; as Riddle opens the song with a saddened electric guitar, we quickly transition into an airy 80s drum break that picks up the energy. As we make our way over to the second verse, these two sonic elements beautifully merge together while Riddle takes us into the passionate hook once again, displaying his endless devotion for someone who breaks his heart time and time again. As his sweet and melodic vocals float towards the outro, Austin Riddle closes the song while reminding us he's not going anywhere. You "best believe" that Austin Riddle's music is here to stay. Find the singer-songwriter's latest single on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Austin Riddle. We admire the passion and relentlessness you've brought to your latest single, "best believe." What inspired you to create a song about staying in a turbulent relationship? “best believe” was sort of a farewell to a long-lasting relationship that I’m just kind of overwriting songs about. It’s a memoir of how I felt at the time and relates to my commitment and passion at a personal level. No matter who or what it is I love, I have a newfound attitude that I’m always gonna give it everything I have. Why did you choose to step outside of your r&b comfort zone with "best believe?" What sort of sound were you looking to create with this new single? I never have a specific reason for “genre-hopping” if that’s okay to say. Sometimes I’ll create these songs in a day or two and on those specific days I’m making the song, I’m usually just feeling a certain vibe whether it’s drill R&B, dream pop, or alt-RnB. On this particular song, I was just vibing with 80s-inspired glow pop. The obvious bass line pulled it all together. What was your songwriting process like for "best believe?" Was it easy to open your heart and lay it all on the line? I actually started this song with a soft bassline drop in mind. As a creative, I’m 70% of the time not going into a song with a reason to write a song other than I feel like making music. Sometimes there are things I’m going through that have to get on paper, but this wasn’t the case. I just kind of felt my way through the beat until I found something to cling to. Could you tell us more about what you want to stand for and represent as an artist? How does your music reflect who you are? I really want to show what God has gifted me with and use it to spread art in a way that really encourages free-market advantage and get kids who never really saw themselves as “artists” to reach their full potential. I see a lot of pressure to have some free-thinking, avant-garde, sophisticated approach to literally 3 chords and a beat. But it’s just really not that deep. It can be. But it doesn’t have to be. My music is for the kid with a computer that doesn’t think they have it in them. I was that kid. Create. Make something meaningful to you, and read business books until you can merge what you’ve learned from both of them. What's next for you? Hopefully touring. Hopefully a song that means something to people. I’m just taking my time and being patient. God will do the rest. Thank you guys for listening. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Buffalo, New York, the three-piece rock band Sons of Luther release their conceptual and heavy-hitting single entitled "The Wrong Way." The group consists of cousins and brothers who stole their names from their fathers' motorcycle club, Sons of Luther. Since then, the boys developed tight writing, recording, and release schedules. Sons of Luther have just begun releasing their conceptual "False Memory Sessions," comprising songs that sound like they're straight out of a 90s alternative rock playlist. Have you heard these songs before, or are they just false memories? Begin that experience with Sons of Luther's first installment to "False Memory Sessions" entitled "The Wrong Way." In a world spiraling into hell, Sons of Luther dare to ask if we're heading in the right direction. The boys also released a stellar music video to enhance the gripping experience. Listening to the single, "The Wrong Way," we're met with a heavy and blistering rock instrumental right off the bat. As Sons of Luther continue their scorching hot instrumental ventures, the lead vocalist grabs our attention with his slightly muffled vocals that question if bridging our cultural gaps as a way of resistance is in the foreseeable future. Reaching the flaming hook, Sons of Luther blast through our speakers with the utmost vigor and poise while the lead vocalist reminds us not to get bent out of shape when it doesn't go our way. We love the anthemic feel of this track, and yes, it would fit perfectly in a 90s alternative rock playlist. The song's rhythmic and exhilarating instrumentals truly take the experience to new heights. Peel back the layers of Sons of Luther's latest single, "The Wrong Way," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Sons of Luther. What an exciting and meaningful track you've released with "The Wrong Way." What inspired your group to create a song about society headed in the wrong direction? Hi! Thank you! We're happy "The Wrong Way" seems to be resonating with people. The collective trauma of the past two years is something we're all still currently dealing with and figuring out. We've always leaned more towards darker subject matter than lighter, but it's a tricky balance to try and make fun-sounding music that can give people a release, while also being true to ourselves and the topics we want to engage within our music. The music for "The Wrong Way" actually came from an exercise in songwriting where we tried to write the bulk of a song using only 3 notes. Then the lyrics seemed to spill out without much coaxing while observing our extremely divided culture. Could you break down your band's creative process and who handled what aspect of creating "The Wrong Way?" Over the past two years, we've really concentrated on our workflow for writing, recording, and releasing new music. Sons Of Luther are Wren, Amos, and John and we all revel in our separate roles in the band. Songs generally start at my (Wren) home studio with a general premise of verse/chorus/2nd verse. Then I take the song to our main studio space to track Drums and guitars with John and Amos where we will then figure out what to do with the 2nd chorus/Bridge and outro. This is generally where we have the most fun. "The Wrong Way" was such a simple song by design with a lot of open space and a slow methodical beat. So, we had a lot of fun peppering the track with ear candy embellishments until it felt complete. Listen carefully in the bridge for some subtly wild percussion. What was it like creating the music video for "The Wrong Way?" How did your team help ease the shooting process? The making of the music video brought together a familiar crew of camera operators and lighting techs. We're very fortunate to have some very talented friends that wanted to help us execute our vision. We're relatively new to making video content but we seem to be getting better at it. Our director Adam Burnett has a background in television production having produced reality tv for VH1, so we very much trust his artistic vision for our band. The concept was relatively simple with the original treatment being "a knock-off 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' video without the high school gym." We spent the day shooting various locations around our studio building as well as our full band performance in an empty corner of our studio space. We were also given access to shoot in an old haunted piano room within the building. That's the magic footage within the video if you ask me. What was the main message you wanted your listeners to take away when experiencing "The Wrong Way?" The main message in "The Wrong Way" is to simply be open to being wrong. Being wrong is so helpful, but only when you have the humility to acknowledge it and learn from your mistakes. Our goal is to bridge our American cultural divides as an act of resistance. What's next for Sons of Luther? Our plan is to continue with releasing singles throughout the year within the context of the "False Memories" theme. Our recording sessions have turned into what we've been calling our "False Memory Sessions" where the goal has been to make tracks that sound like they could live on any 90's alt/grunge playlist and feel at home. Almost as if you've heard the songs before, like we've inception them into your subconscious through some sort of hypnosis. Instagram Artist Website

Rap artist Gerard “Ogee” Allen, a.k.a OGee1523 is the epitome of following your dreams, no matter your age. This father of four and grandfather of ten has and will never let anything stop him, especially when it comes to music. Residing in the Bronx projects, OGee1523 has made a name for himself as a hip-hop pioneer and artist. Over the years, he has been a part of numerous groups as well as solo projects where he was able to hone his craft in all five elements of the hip-hop culture: graffiti, break dancing, beatbox, DJing, and rapping. Some of these groups included the Talented Rascals and The Funky Fresh Duo, Da Cuzinz, as well as numerous other projects. No matter what section of life OGee1523 has released music in, he has always managed to stay youthful and capture energy and force in his music that is undeniable. Diving into his track “GET’ EM UP” feat. Fatman Scoop, listeners are immediately met with an infectious groove, bound to liven up the party. OGee1523’s vocals punch through with liveliness and passion, hooking the listener on to every word. The song is backed up perfectly with a beat and production elements that elevate the engaging lyrics perfectly. With production elements of old-school Hip Hop from the 90s, “GET’ EM UP” is a fun-loving, care-free track, and we are living for it. There is no option but the get up and dance when you hear “GET’ EM UP,” and that’s exactly what we encourage you to do when listening to the track. Go and show OGee1523 and Fatman Scoop some love and check out “GET’ EM UP” today. Welcome to BuzzMusic, OGee1523, and congratulations on your latest track "GET' EM UP." Can you tell us a bit more about the inspiration behind writing this track? Thank you, and thanks for having me. My inspiration behind “GET EM UP” is my wife. My wife passed away six years ago, and she used to love all that kind of dance music. Nowadays, when I go to parties and when the DJs start playing the dance music, I would just sit and think about my wife and say to myself, "Wow, Lisa will be loving this music right now and pulling me to the dance floor so she can show out. I wanted to create a song for her, which I know she would've liked. All the birthday parties we used to go to made me want to do a birthday song. I went to the studio and sat with my producer Q-Banga The B. C. E. and told him I wanted to record a birthday dance song. That's when “GET EM UP” got created. We love the energy delivered through both the vocals and the production within the track. What sort of atmosphere and vibe did you want the instrumentals and production to give off in "GET' EM UP"? Who helped bring the sonics to life? I wanted "GET EM UP" to be a dance song from start to finish - with a lot of energy. Arms are waving, feet moving, and head rocking. It's a real vibe, and even if it's not your birthday, it will make you feel like it's your birthday. The beat on the track will make you get up and rock to it, and it's a song for people of all ages. With FatMan Scoop's powerful voice on the track, it just made it a more hype song. It felt really good creating the track while sitting in the studio with Q-Banga. I knew at that moment that this record would be special even before the vocals got added. With the vocals, the song just went to a different atmosphere. I always say, "if little kids like your song and are walking around singing it, that song is a hit." Every day and every party, there's one or a few people's birthdays in that room, so everyone will have a blast together enjoying dancing to GET EM UP. What was your experience of collaborating with Fatman Scoop on the song? Can you tell us a bit more about how that came to be? Working with Fatman Scoop is amazing. He's very professional and very humble. It's the type of person. If you work with him, his good spirits will rub off on you. He'll guide you in the right direction and make sure your song sounds right; plus, I have been a fan of his for so many years, so I was very excited to work with him. Fatman Scoop got involved with the song through my Son Oun-p, they were in the studio together, and my son played the song for him, and he loved it. He didn't believe I was Oun-P's father, that's what really made him want to get on the song, the words from Fatman Scoop "This is not a young man's game, This is a good man game, and that's exactly what I am, A Good Man. Fatman Scoop is someone you have to appreciate in the music business. Did you have a specific idea in mind of you who hoped this song would resonate with the most? What do you hope listeners will take away from this song when hearing it for the first time? I hoped for everyone who likes having fun and enjoying themselves and doing that while dancing and feeling good about themselves even if it's not their birthday. This song is made for people of all ages. I want the kids to like it most because it will become a big song if kids like a song. Hearing this song for the first time, I want the response, Wow, that song is dope “Get Em Up” is the type of song that will be stuck in your head, and you can't help but sing it constantly. Every day is someone's birthday, and every day there's a birthday party going on somewhere. When it's time to get the birthday person out of their seat, “Get Em Up” will do exactly that. What's next for you? My Album "Never2Late, a few more videos for songs off the album. A concert with my family was titled "1523 Family Affair Concert". Also, Opening shows for some big-name artists, and hopefully putting on an i95 tour starting in New Jersey and going up to Atlanta and finishing in New York after the album drop. I will still be dropping freestyles just to keep my buzz up. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Stockholm is a new singer-songwriter and recording artist Whylemin with her lush and conceptual debut single entitled "Do You Ever Wonder." The blossoming recording artist studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston and took up many freelance assignments as a choir singer and pianist. With producer Calle Johansson, Whylemin was able to find a sound that's both powerful and gentle, signifying that there's strong within the weak. Listeners can hear Whylemin's influences shine through on her debut single, "Do You Ever Wonder," reminiscent of acts like Robyn and Susanne Sundfør. In the new song, "there is both anger and love, and it can be difficult to distinguish what is what, as it happens when you are let down by someone you love," notes Whylemin. Hitting play on the debut single, "Do You Ever Wonder," we're met with a soft electronic framing through ghostly background pads while a dreamy and atmospheric piano melody shines through. As Whylemin makes her tender and gentle vocal appearance, she begins to sing about the time it takes to mend a broken heart, only to realize that this is her first step in the journey. We adore the strength and vulnerability it took for Whylemin to create this single, as it's bound to move emotional mountains for vastly different listeners. This calming piano ballad leaves us with chills down the spine thanks to the rising anticipation that's packed with the softest electronic synths and pads, reminding us that this journey may be treacherous, but it can only go up from here. "Do You Ever Wonder" what emotional and cathartic music sounds like? Find out with Whylemin's debut single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Whylemin, and congratulations on releasing your debut single, "Do You Ever Wonder"? How does this song introduce listeners to who you are? Why did you want to release this piece as your debut? Thank you!! I’m releasing “Do You Ever Wonder” as the first song in a timeline of songs I’ve written, of how I tried to heal my broken heart, only to realize it was just breaking into smaller pieces. This song is a monologue about my very first heartbreak and the ugly emotions you’re left with when someone you love leaves you. My music is about letting yourself be strong in your weaknesses and about finding strength through nature’s calming and time’s healing powers, and I think this song manifests that. What was it like writing your vulnerable lyrics for "Do You Ever Wonder"? Was this a challenging process, seeing that it's the first time your words will be in the public's reach? Oh yes, it’s probably been the greatest challenge of my life so far! It’s rather exhausting to make music that’s so personal and reflects your deepest scars, so I’ve had to do it a bit piece by piece. That’s why it’s taken some time, but time is good. I needed time to immerse myself in these dark and ugly feelings to get through them, and now I can stand proud of the music that’s come out of it. How did producer Calle Johansson help create "Do You Ever Wonder"? What was your collaborative experience like? I started working with Calle about a year ago, when my best friend said “maybe you should work with Calle!” after I’d had a six-month break from music because I’d lost all motivation, but then realized I probably just needed to find a producer. At first, I was really nervous to let someone else into my creative process since it had just been me up till that point, but I knew I had to. Thankfully, with Calle, it felt right from the start. He’s been so allowing and encouraging, and we have so much fun working together. Fun is important! He really helped me make “Do You Ever Wonder” into the desperate fever dream I thought it could be with his brilliant musical and technical skills. Could you tell us more about why starting a record label is so important to you? What should we know about Whylemin Music? I’ve always been very independent and like being in control, so it felt natural to me to also take on full responsibility for my music business's creative and financial structure. This way I will always own my own vision. Whylemin Music will be the voice for all the forever singles out there. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Miami, singer-songwriter, producer, and electronic pop recording artist ASHERAH makes her ethereal debut with a shimmering new single, "Holy." Before rebranding as ASHERAH, Ariel Morer worked closely with Grammy-nominated producer David Ruttenberg while gaining international success. She's also had the opportunity to perform alongside acts like M83, Flying Lotus, the late SOPHIE, Denzel Curry, and Oneohtrix Point Nev., Through her debut single, "Holy," ASHERAH helps us get to know her mystical, otherwordly ways and haunting vocals that nod to names like Purity Ring, Lights, and Grimes. Co-produced by electronic music composer Medulasa, this track is the lead single from ASHERAH's forthcoming EP, 'Ephemeral,' "a coalescence of unexpected creative forces telling a highly personal tale of the grief process," notes the singer-songwriter. Expanding on the debut single, "Holy," ASHERAH opens the song with a haunting sonic foreground through mystical chimes, celestial synths, and rhythmic, choppy drum breaks. As ASHERAH makes her captivating and ethereal vocal appearance, she soothes our souls immediately while singing a sacred message of living for the higher powers above. We adore the dynamic range within this track; ASHERAH's production offers the perfect amount of nostalgic and dark pop while incorporating the mystical and individualistic ways of modern electronics. We totally hear ASHERAH's Grimes influences shine through on this transcendent piece, especially as we make our way to the hook and bask in her serene and soothing harmonies alongside the vibrant and sparkling sonics. Get to know the lovely ASHERAH through her chilling debut single, "Holy," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, ASHERAH. Congratulations on releasing your official debut single, "Holy." Why did you want this song to lead the way of your artistic career as ASHERAH? Holy felt like the starkest departure from my past projects. While it’s on the darker side, it’s very much an overarching anthem for the way I’ve felt over the past 3 years. I see Holy as a significant page in the scrapbook of my 20s. What inspired the passionate and mystical lyrical content within "Holy?" What sort of scene did you want to paint with your lyrics? The basis for Holy was a sort of sarcastic plea with a higher power that many of us hope is listening when we’re at rock bottom. It’s a duet in a way because I wrote the first verse from the perspective of my late friend, and the second as myself when he passed. I was truthfully tired of being told to “have faith” or turn to spirituality, which brought out my resentment towards certain religious and spiritual communities. I’m no atheist but sometimes shit just sucks and the only way out is through. It’s ok and it’s healthy to sit with grief, and I don’t think we accept that widely enough. It’s still very much a taboo subject and there are a lot of expectations about how grief should be handled. What was it like working with electronic music producer Medulasa for "Holy?" How did your collaborative creative process begin? Medulasa has been a good friend of mine for a while- we’d always tossed around the idea of collaborating, but it didn’t really take off until I sent them a rudimentary version of the song, which I’d written in my Ableton class back in 2020. I felt like they were the right person for the job because their Typhoid Mary EP, also a grief record, captured the complex feelings surrounding profound loss in a way I hadn’t heard before, and especially in a way that resonated with me. I asked if they’d like to produce Holy and they immediately signed on to work on it + 3 other tracks. I’d never engaged in a project of this density before so naturally, I had my concerns are given that they’re all the way in the UK (me being in Florida), but the whole back-and-forth process was so seamless and they were so intuitive to my tastes while making them their own. It was truly the best experience I’ve had with a co-producer thus far. What should we expect from your forthcoming debut EP 'Ephemeral'? Will "Holy" be on the tracklist? What's next for you? Holy is track 2 of 4 on Ephemeral. I won’t give away too much but it’s very much a grief record written for one of the most important people in my life. I will say that Holy is the most upbeat song on the record but the whole thing is a lush, dreamy sonic landscape that I think I used to both process my feelings and escape them. As for what’s next, I have a few more releases planned and a feature for a friend from my local electronic scene. I’m also looking forward to starting my academic career on an actual campus as opposed to online and collaborating with other like-minded artists in the heart of Boston. Instagram Facebook

Are you a rock fan? Do you appreciate a good quality performance rooted in nostalgic alt/rock nuances, then The American Hotel System is the next band to add to your feel-good playlist. The soul and passion the 5-piece rock band possesses are sensational. The band admits that their latest release, "Stories," which includes 3 tracks, was put on the backburner for quite some time (3 years in total). Then, the pandemic era-inspired bouts of motivation to finish off the EP, which has since been focused on conspiracies and distractions. Each song holds an impactful message worth digging into lyrically. The American Hotel System emphasizes that "Stories" is all about things that are "true, good and beautiful." They understand that many people are on the search for a meaningful life and so they felt "Stories" was the right kind of song to add to the conversation positively. With so much uncertainty left in the air over the past couple of years, The American Hotel System are keeping their heads in the right place and bringing new perspectives to light through the art of their music. If you're seeking deeper meaning and thought-provoking lyricism, then The American Hotel System and its music will bring a whole lot of spice to your life. Check out the full BuzzMusic article on The American Hotel System and their 3-track EP, "Stories," here. Instagram Facebook

Back with the second studio single, "I'M THE ONE," TT17 teams up with Mike Lozano to bring forth a song that has seen mass success from the time it was released. Recorded in Long Beach, California, TT17 says, "It doesn't even feel real, dropping this song. I didn't think I could come up with this quality of lyrics, have this kind of vocal range, or even get in a studio and be taken seriously at the age of 18. I knew all my life I would be great and make amazing music." Taking in the reflective soundscape for all that it's worth, we hear the significance of "I'M THE ONE" related to the styling of TT17 in a colossal manner. The resilience and charisma that he holds so well are propelled forth in this song as we get to see yet another side of his authenticity. Making music to have others relate to him is one of the qualities that make TT17 so empowering. In "I'M THE ONE" we get to latch onto the introspective lyrical motifs that he sends spiraling through the speakers. As he raps with a distorted texture to his vocals that embeds him into the mix that much more, there's a nostalgic sense that is conjured up within us. Taking us to a place of hope, the carefully crafted words performed by TT17 have us revisiting the memories we have stored in our headspace. It's a refreshing experience to hear the progression of one's career as they advance in the music industry. As we see TT17 evolve and the pop essence of his sound creating a unique lane for the up-and-comer, we can wholeheartedly state that "I'M THE ONE" is a breakthrough moment for him. We're ready to see what 2022 has in store for TT17, but in the meantime, we highly recommend that you add "I'M THE ONE" to your favorite playlist. Welcome to BuzzMusic, TT17. It's a pleasure having you back to speak about "I'M THE ONE." With the passion we hear as you perform these lyrics, where did the inspiration strike for this song? Thank you guys so much for having me back for another interview! I honestly remember every single detail about this song. I wrote and recorded it in July when I had just blown up on Spotify, I was getting settled into my job, and I was almost dating this girl. My life was amazing. I truly felt like “the one.” I jinxed myself with this song, though. I’m not kidding, literally, a week later, everything fell apart. Me and the girl “broke up” (check my interview on ‘Hard Hits’), one of my best friends from high school completely turned on me, and I fell back into depression. I was just trying to take life day by day, but it was getting really tough. July of 2021 was the best month of my life, and August of 2021 was the absolute worst month of my life. I was originally holding ‘I’M THE ONE’ until my album drops on February 4, 2022, but I dropped it as a single in September to try to get my confidence back. I would say that it sort of worked, but I still felt down every day. I faked a smile every day. Honestly, I wouldn’t say I was truly happy at all in 2021 after July ended. How long did it take you to write this track? Did you follow the usual creative process that you craft your music with? It’s a funny story about the writing process of this song. I wrote an entire song to the beat, and that original song ended with the same lyrics that ‘I’M THE ONE’ begins with. Literally, on my way to the studio to record the song, I tried to “copy and paste” the lyrics to send them to someone, but I accidentally pressed “cut,” so they were gone forever. I was working on that original song for about a week, but I had to quickly write new lyrics. I just looked at how much July had changed my life, and how much confidence I gained, and I free wrote from there. I had to freestyle the very last parts of the song; that’s how it got so deep in the end, with me opening up about my past suicidal thoughts, and my middle school experiences. All of that, and I still came out a winner in the end. My confidence was so high on the very last lines, “Now I’m the one, now I’m the one!” What has been your biggest takeaway from this release? Does it tie into where you're headed as an artist? All of my life, I’ve felt like I’m “one of one,” which could be a good and bad thing. Whether it was getting bullied in school, getting ignored by others, or even getting “fans” to come up to you in public, the attention has always been on me all of my life. I hate it and I love it. There are times when I wish that I never wanted this life, but I can’t quit now. I’m in too deep, and this release proved it. The night after I dropped ‘I’M THE ONE,’ I went to a high school football game, and around 100 people there noticed me and asked me for pictures, and even told me how much I inspire them. It’s times like that that make me want to keep going with music and to continue to be an inspiration to the younger generation. I would say that this drop 100% ties into where I’m headed as an artist. Give me 5 years, I’ll be on a world tour, influencing lives through my music. I’m one of one, and I always will be until I die. If your fan base could take away anything from "I'M THE ONE," what would you want it to be? I always want my fan base to be able to relate to my songs, especially this one. I consider myself one of one, but, if you think of it, everyone is. It’s just the mindset and confidence that you have to have to be successful. My friend, Andres, told me a quote that has stuck with me; “To be the best, you have to think you’re the best; and if you’re not thinking that, you’re already wrong.” One thing I’ve noticed in my 2 and a half years of making music is, anything is possible if you truly believe in yourself, and if you don’t see results right away, you are always learning, whether you are trying to or not. I didn’t see the results I wanted until the end of 2020, and I’m still not close to being satisfied with myself. One piece of advice I’ll leave with, is, don’t ever get comfortable, and always, always, always believe in yourself. You are one of one. What's next for you? My 3rd album, ‘Wake Me Up In Calabasas’ is set to release on February 4, 2022. I also am working on a music video for the first track off the album, ‘Change In The Room.’ For me, personally, I’m going to use the next few months to try to gain back the same happiness I had in July of 2021, but do it all on my own, and not rely on other people to make me truly happy. I also want to continue to be an inspiration to everyone around me and have a real smile on my face while doing it. Instagram Twitter