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The Manhattan-hailing genre-bending indie band, The High Plains Drifters, surprise-released their latest uplifting 6-track EP as a thank you to fans entitled, 'Songs of Love and Loss.' The spirits embodying The High Plains Drifters met after a night on the town drinking a little too much booze. At that tex-mex spot in Manhattan, The High Plains Drifters found themselves in need of creating a group due to their like-minded creative abilities. The High Plains Drifters comprises Larry Studnicky, John Macom, Mike DoCampo, Kyle Cassel, Charles Czarnecki, and Dave Richards. Now releasing their latest 6-track EP, 'Songs of Love and Loss,' The High Plains Drifters are excited to introduce this new and thought-provoking era to their fanbase. "If I've done my job well, and if our music is catchy enough to hold a listener through a song's conclusion, then most people will (I hope) sit back after hearing a High Plains Drifters tale and say, 'Yeah, I've been there. That was me once. Thanks for the memories,'" shared frontman Larry Studnicky. Jumping into the project, we're greeted with the introductory track, "The One That Got Away," which was a successful previously released single. Listening to the song, it opens with sparkling synths that jump into the energetic verse with Studnicky's low and warm vocals alongside the band's dense instrumentals and overall groovy feel. As Studnicky continues to sing of the one that got away, the band's entire instrumental backs him up with this nostalgic 80s synth pop feel and their groovy arrangements. This song is a brighter approach to sharing one's emotions regarding a lost love. Moving onto track #2, "Since You've Been Gone," we must mention that there's a running theme of naming their songs after classic pop songs, but we're not sure if this was intentional. The song opens with another bright and beaming synth arrangement that takes us through the celestials above. As The High Plains Drifters begin to soothe us with their calming and peaceful instrumentals, Studnicky begins to vocalize his emotions for someone who's left him in the past. We adore the emotion and passion within this single, as it lets the listener contemplate where their heart is at. Jumping into the next track, "Ruby Run Away With Me," we're met with a calming acoustic guitar, glittering background synths, and Studnicky's low and charismatic vocal stylings. As he begins to embody this country flair, the song makes its way over to the bright hook with beaming electric guitars, upbeat drum breaks, and soothing background vocals. We love the energetic take that The High Plains Drifters have placed on a song about wanting to run away with someone dear, as they give us all the courage to flee our everyday lives and be with the one we love. Moving past the EP's halfway point with "Nuclear Winter," we're greeted with eerie sirens that wail in the background while a low and crashing plane flies overhead and leads us into The High Plains Drifters' alluring instrumentals. We love the intense approach of this track, as it emphasizes this sort of apocalyptic scenario that's bound to come. As The High Plains Drifters continue to drench us in their dense, rhythmic, and heavy instrumentals, frontman Studnicky sings of wondering how to get out of this tragic situation that we might have to face sooner than later. Reaching the next track, "Jennifer Aniston (Why Are You Single?)," the song instantly takes off into one of the grooviest and upbeat tracks on the EP. The song's lively synth-pop beat and arrangements bring us into the heart of the dancefloor while lead vocalist Studnicky begins to sing a passionate and comical tale of wondering why Ms. Aniston is still single. As he invites her to mingle with him, The High Plains Drifters continue their energetic performance and send us into a dazzling sonic atmosphere with each lively synth arrangement and catchy melody. Landing on the project's spicy and sexy outro track, "He Reminds Me Of You," the song opens with an alluring sonic arrangement that brings us into a heated listening experience. This time around, a featured female vocalist takes center stage and begins to depict a passionate endeavor alongside Studnicky's passionate and gripping stylings. We truly adore the sexual and exciting contrast between the featured vocalist and Studnicky's performances. This is the perfect song to close this lively and dynamic album, especially as The High Plains Drifters sink us into their dizzying sonic atmosphere that closes the EP on a bright and magnetic note. Overall, we love the lively spin that The High Plains Drifters have taken with their EP, 'Songs of Love and Loss,' and we encourage you to experience the well-rounded project for yourself. Now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for catching up with us at BuzzMusic The High Plains Drifters, and congratulations on releasing your lively and exciting EP, 'Songs of Love and Loss.' Why did you decide to fuel the project with such upbeat songs, even though the theme surrounds love and loss? Larry Studnicky: We started recording these songs about three months after COVID hit. A year later, we released the 6-song EP in June 2021. We wanted all the songs on the EP to be up-tempo no matter their themes and held back from putting any of the few ballads on the EP. After 16 months of worldwide hell, we wanted to give our listeners a reason to bounce in their car seats, tap their toes, bang their steering wheel, and open their car windows and sing along and be happy. Besides, whether a song is about finding love or losing it, worshipping someone, or wishing them gone, something about the song should make your day brighter. It shouldn't be a whiny dirge. That's just my two cents. Love is always about optimism. Music should lift the soul and connect it to something "greater," not crush it. What inspired the theme and concept for 'Songs of Love and Loss?' What moment or experience brought the EP's idea to life? Larry: There are a couple of decades of experiences behind the EP, mostly from my prolonged single years in Manhattan of the 1980s and 1990s (before I finally almost grew up). Some of these songs – in whole or part – came fully or partly to life during those years. That would include "Since You've Been Gone," "The One That Got Away," "Nuclear Winter," and "She Reminds Me Of You." Back in those days, I'd get the lyrical ideas or the musical beginnings of many of my songs while just roaming aimlessly around Manhattan, alone, usually on some weekend afternoon. Things I'd see, or things I'd be thinking about, would trigger a lyric or some melody. That was the case with "Nuclear Winter" and "She Reminds Me Of You." On the flip side, "Since You've Been Gone" was my musical reaction to a crushing breakup where my heart was badly broken. "The One That Got Away" is a wistful ode to several gals I met after that breakup, who probably was "right" for me, but I wasn't ready to commit again. But then time passes, and you find yourself thinking, "Yeah, THAT girl – she was great. It might have worked with her. I wonder what's become of her?" The two songs of 100% current vintage – "Ruby Run Away With Me" and "Jennifer Aniston (Why Are You Single)" – were both inspired by women I've never met. I wrote "Ruby" in summer 2020 after the death of Kenny Rogers, who recorded what's probably the definitive version of Mel Tillis's tune "Ruby (Don't Take Your Love to Town)." Radio stations played that song a lot after Kenny's death. I found myself wondering about what might have happened to that Ruby years later. And, from that idea, the song just poured out of my head. Finally, we come to the longtime love of my life: Jennifer Aniston. I walked past a newsstand at the northern edge of Herald Square one day, some years ago, and the tabloids were ablaze with stories about how that fabulous, gorgeous actress inexplicably could not manage to lead that Justin fellow to the altar. Something just seemed totally wrong with that picture. I sang the first verse and chorus of the tune into my iPhone before I reached the southern edge of the square. What did you want to make the listener feel when experiencing 'Songs of Love and Loss?' What feelings did you want to evoke? Larry: I hope that most listeners will find something that's relatable to their own lives when they listen to our EP. Except for those few lucky couples who meet when young and remain each other's "one and only," most people have experienced the kind of crushing breakup (see "Since You've Been Gone") where, for a time, you won't even admit to your closest friends that it happened, because you still can't believe she's gone. Most of us also have had the kind of "near miss" with a person who, years later, you suspect could have been "the one" – if the stars had all aligned, etc., and so forth. I find it almost impossible to write lyrics that don't tell a story. And I always try to compose a story that will make listeners go, "Yeah, I've been there. I remember that feeling. Thanks for the memories." Except in the case of "She Reminds Me Of You." Its lyrics deliberately avoid speaking in "universal" terms. Because – and this is just a guess – I don't think most listeners have had any, or many, relationships of the sadomasochistic variety. Not that there's anything wrong with that. How long was the EP' Songs of Love and Loss' in the making? How long did it take your group to finalize the project? Larry: It took nine months. It was June 2020 when I decided, with scant scientific evidence, that COVID was not going to kill me. Armed with that confidence, I started driving every week from my home in Connecticut to the Upper West Side studio of Greg Cohen. He is both my longtime friend and the producer of The High Plains Drifters since we recorded the last half of our self-titled debut album. (Check it out on your favorite streaming service – there are some catchy tunes.) By March of this year, we had nine songs for our 2nd album in the can. As I answer these interview questions, The High Plains Drifters are about to head back into the studio to finish Album 2. We are about to add the backup vocals to the last two songs we've recorded, and then we'll move on to some editing and mixing. With luck, it'll be ready for mastering by Thanksgiving. I suspect that these last two songs – called "Until We Dance" and "Funny About Love" – are among the best we've ever done. The guys in the band really worked their magic on these songs. I cannot say enough about how lucky I am to work with this band: John Macom (guitarist), Mike DoCampo (guitarist), Charles Czarnecki (keyboards), Dave Richard (bass), and Kyle Cassel (drums, and he's our engineer as well). As well as Greg in the producer's chair. He co-writes much of the music. They're all way better musicians than I'll ever be as a lead vocalist, but somehow it works. These last two songs are upbeat and catchy and, like "Since You've Been Gone" and "The One That Got Away," they both pay homage to the great New Wave sound of the Eighties, which is the era in which most of the band became musically "alive." Which song from 'Songs of Love and Loss' is your group's favorite, and why? Larry: I can't answer that for everyone. I know that after we finished mixing "Ruby," we played it a few times. Really loud. Then, Mike DoCampo, Greg Cohen, Kyle Cassel, and I sat back and looked at each other and said, "Man, did that song become something amazing that not one of us could've foreseen when we began working on it together." That's the thing about the recording process that keeps me playing this frustrating game – the unforeseen lick, or musical phrase, or last-minute lyric change, that brings magic into the studio. What's next for you? Larry: I have a pile of Dictaphone cassette tapes awaiting me. They contain a ton of full songs, partial songs, and short lyrical or musical ideas for songs that, over the years, I wrote as I roamed around NYC on countless lazy afternoons. I've not visited with those tapes in years. I am very curious (and nervous) to hear what popped into my head. At Greg's urging, I am also going to take a shot at writing lyrics and melody to some musical tracks that he'll compose for that purpose. I've never written that way in the past. But I'll give it a go. All of this is in preparation for selecting the songs that will end up on High Plains Drifters No. 3. I expect that we'll start work on that album late in the second half of 2022. I want to say thank you, BuzzMusic, for showing HPD some love. As an unsigned indie band, we are really grateful to publications like yours that give the little people a shot. Instagram Facebook

From Florida to the west coast, singer-songwriter, rapper, and recording artist J-Claud announced the release of his forthcoming music video for "City Life," dropping on November 11. J-Claud has been well-versed in the music scene since the mere age of 14. After forming a group with like-minded artists, the group was later sought and selected by Ruff Ryders to go to Miami. Although the endeavor didn't take off as he hoped, it gave J-Claud vast knowledge and experience to continue his journey. Now on track to release his forthcoming music video for "City Life," the song itself features the heavy-hitting bars from rapper GEEK, who perfectly complements J-Claud's lush and soothing vocal delivery. The song is more than chilling; it's a soul-stirring experience that leaves the listener with boundless passion, introspection, and bliss. J-Claud hasn't dropped any hints in terms of what we should expect from the upcoming music video on November 11, but if it's anything like the jam-packed and soothing experience of the single itself, we know we're in for a treat. For now, get to know J-Claud's lush and loving single, "City Lights," available on all digital streaming platforms, and don't forget to mark your calendars for his music video dropping on November 11. instagram.com/jclaud37

Freddie Freeloader is back with his ferocious, gritty sound and this time he's getting more vulnerable than ever before. "Just A Stranger" is the title that Freddie Freeloader chose for his latest hate-inspired song. Yes, Freddie Freeloader chooses to tell the story of someone who has wronged him, including all of those messy emotions involved. Although the lyrical content of "Just A Stranger" is kept quite simplistic, the underlying message is essential that heartbreak inevitably follows being traumatized by someone who used to be close to you. The many realities that follow such an experience are overwhelming, to say the least, but Freddie Freeloader does a phenomenal job at keeping his fearless and striking persona alive throughout the song. Production-wise, "Just A Stranger" is deeply rooted in the old-school alt/rock style. Reminisce back to the early 00's band era and the pure ferocity, power, and stamina involved in those characterizable tracks. Freddie Freeloader honed into this perspective and style well, keeping a vehement intonation and placing his passion into every word he sings. "Just A Stranger" was truly a hustling and bustling song, one that easily got our blood boiling and heart forcefully beating. Stream "Just A Stranger" on digital platforms today. Thanks for joining us, Freddie Freeloader! Congrats on releasing "Just A Stranger." How did it feel to write and record such a personal and emotion-filled song? I appreciate it, this release has been fun. Writing this record, on one hand, felt like I was forcing myself to re-live painful experiences and felt like a pursuit of closure. So, it felt good in a way because of the outcome. How do you feel the message included in "Just A Stranger" represents you as an artist and what you stand for? "Just A Stranger" represents a moment when I accepted my resentment towards someone and stopped blaming myself for what someone did to me. It was the very moment I decided I would be the one to create a view and opinion of myself based on what I thought, not what others thought. That exact principle is what I took to the instruments in my room to create this record. Can you describe the inspiration for this particular single, especially considering the intense emotions involved with such a narrative? The inspiration came from a particular memory and moment that happened to me back in October 2019. I was attending a concert at the Velvet Underground in Toronto. Ashe was headlining. To give the significant backstory, my ex had cheated on me and waited 6 months to tell me. After she finally did, I continued to date her because I was deeply in love with her. It wasn't until a couple of months after did I finally regain a sense of self-worth and ended the relationship. So, I was attending the show alone and forgot my ex would be at that show as well. Since we bought the tickets separately months prior to the show. The story in "Just A Stranger" is the specific moment when I walked into the venue and ran into her. She looked like a stranger because I had done everything in my mental power to distract and forget what happened months before. Just A Stranger is about me accepting what this person did to me, accepting that I let myself down by staying in the relationship and allowing myself to see reality for what it is. To see it clearly and be the person I want to be, not what I think others want me to be. Now that "Just A Stranger" has successfully debuted, do you have any plans to write future music similar to the style and content within the song? For future releases, my next track "Almond Blossom" will be out on November 19th. I and my circle around me feel this is the song people will sonically and emotionally resonate with the most. This single will be the 3rd release of the CRIMSON I EP, which will be released in full after the holidays. What's next for you? Maybe, just maybe working on another album right now. But who knows. linktr.ee/freddieisfree

Known for their ways of transmuting unfiltered, aggressive Punk Rock with Pop Punk/Emo Rock to redefine the borderlines of the genres to come before them, Crossing I’s Dotting T’s set out to evoke emotions from all who tune in. The reasonably new to the scene Orange County, CA project of Matt combines their skill set with producer/engineer Alex Estrada at Costa Mesa Recording Studios to bring the sonic visions dreamed of to life. Comprised of the music-loving guys, Matt Mucerino (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Soren (Zo), Crisell (lead guitar), Oliver (Oli Humbucker), Callison (bass, backing vocals), and Mat Miranda (drums), the uniquely formed melodies of Crossing I’s Dotting T’s comes hailing in through your speakers in a refreshing manner. Capturing the nostalgic hues of an amplified Punk forward soundscape, the latest single to come from Crossing I’s Dotting T’s has us immersed in the alluring essence it holds as a whole. “Regret Stained Memories” tours us through mesmerizing chord progressions that are the basis of what makes a hit record catchy. The angst that accompanies such musical components leads us into the throwback eras as it provides a raw snapshot of the early 2000s, all while bringing in elements from the 80s and 90s wave of Punk Rock. Latching onto the smoldering vocal performance of Matt Mucerino as his deep timbres rumble words of lived experiences, we find that everything that Crossing I’s Dotting T’s has to offer sits impeccably with one another in the top tier mix quality. Additionally, using a prominent array of breaks in the overall instrumentation allows the rhythmic bassline and heavy percussion to land with even more of an impact as soon as it’s reintroduced, which is perfect for the setting of “Regret Stained Memories.” Playing into a theme that we can all relate to, the rush of liberation freely flows through our mind as we’re transported to the place that Crossing I’s Dotting T’s intends for us to explore. Of course, we wouldn’t expect anything less from the collective as they contour to give Rock the enhancements we love to see. It's always such a pleasure chatting with you, Crossing I's Dotting T's. Welcome back to BuzzMusic. We're thrilled to be able to grasp onto your latest single, "Regret Stained Memories." So, where did the exact inspiration come from when gearing up to create this track? Thank you for chatting with me again! The inspiration for this one came from being in this lull stage in life where I'm not sure what I'm doing, but I do know that I don't want to live the way people around me are living and don't want to grow old to regret not living the way I want...and I still need to do a much better job. How did the creative process play a role in making this track what it is? Could you please take us into what each artist brought to the table and how it was executed to give this the energy we hear translated through the speakers? For this one, I wrote the music and lyrics and brought it to my producer Alex Estrada who wrote the lead guitar lines and helped shape the Pixies-Like ending this one has. When it comes to opening up those old memories in your head, how does it feel to reclose that chapter again once the song is finally available to the public? Do you find that these concepts sometimes never get the closure they deserve? I love it. It's like a tattoo, which I have many. No matter what, I'll always remember this time in my life and how I felt writing those songs and how they relate to people. Most things never get closure, and certainly, unless you have a massive audience who praise your music, I think it's near impossible to get closure, at least it is for me right now...but I'm sure that will change. In terms of the messaging in "Regret Stained Memories," what do you want your listeners to grasp onto the most with this release? Oh man, I'd say to take what is what you want and relate it how you want, but it's a pretty clear message of living the way you want and not caring what others think. What's next for you? We are recording demos for our debut album, which will be huge, and we also are playing a lot of shows coming up. We also are being featured in the CBS show "Sounds of the Underground" hosted by The Wildfires Projekt on Nov 6, which we are too stoked for. Instagram Twitter

Golden B.C. was started in 2006 by Brian Offredi. Meant initially to realize music for the short films he had been creating, the project became his main focus for the past 15 years. Moving from folk-rock to prog concept albums and now electronic, Golden B.C. has evolved continuously over time. In 2021, Golden B.C. released his 6th studio album ‘Denouement,’ a largely electronic album with touches of industrial and trip-hop. The first single from the project was called “Rachel.” The song was written about Lou Reed’s 1970’s trans girlfriend, who was primarily erased from his history after they broke up, despite playing an integral role during those peak creative years. A touching and candidly written song, “Rachel” extracts the crudest feelings from its listeners. The song’s upbeat tempo is quickly subdued by Golden B.C.’s airy delivery and reserved vocals. He allows the instrumental in taking hold of the audience by breathing at various points in the song. A masterful construct of conventional and unconventional instruments, “Rachel” gives listeners a fresh and unique sound in a time where the music scene tends to feel over-saturated. Golden B.C.’s ability to recreate sentiments from an ancient time is undeniably acute. The unhindered grasp he has on his craft makes this project a must-listen for anyone looking to diversify their audible experience. Golden B.C.’s fortitude had been put to the test during the pandemic, as the creation of his album ‘Denouement’ had been put in jeopardy. With a complete soundtrack and a significant diversification of sounds. We look forward to discovering the next step in his evolution. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Golden B.C. Congrats on the release of "Rachel." What can you tell us about youths meaning that's laced into this song? Thanks! I've always been a big Lou Reed fan, from the Velvets to his solo stuff. The part that's frustrating about him as an artist is that he seemed like a massive asshole, especially in his treatment of his girlfriend Rachel in the '70s. From everything I read, she was his muse and went everywhere with him, even getting shoutouts on a few songs. But after they broke up, she dropped out of sight, maybe by choice, but Lou's history largely glossed over her for a long time. The song was my attempt to imagine what their dynamic was like: a speed-addled Lou, raging against everything in typical self-destructive fashion, and Rachel, a trans woman in a relationship with a junkie rock star. I wasn't there, so it's all just imagined, but it's interesting to try and guess our heroes without the nostalgia. What message do you wish to convey to your fanbase with the release of this single? I think it's important to remember that the people you idolize are just people; they've done regrettable things like the rest of us. People tend to see artists as all one thing or another, all bad or all good. Recognizing the nuance takes more consideration, but it can ultimately make the art more rewarding. Or it can ruin it for you forever. It's a fine line, I guess. What impact does the creation process have on you when creating a song with such a powerful message? I think that "Rachel" is the first time I've tried to sing as two different characters in a song. I didn't want to actively change my voice to sound like either character though, it felt too much like a caricature. So for the first half, when I'm singing as Lou, I wanted to use some different vocal effects for those parts and give it kind of a drunk vibe. When Rachel got to speak in the second half, I did away with all of the effects of that performance. I wanted her to be heard plainly and clearly, and differently than Lou's parts. How difficult was it to create an entire album while submerged in the hardships brought on by the pandemic? A lot of people found writing during the pandemic easier. They were freed from distractions. I found it hard as hell to write anything worthwhile in isolation. I had written a few songs but almost abandoned the album because I couldn't get things to sound writing. And the lyrics were harsh. Without any external experiences, I felt uninspired. So this was the first record I had to sit and think about what I was doing, not just smash things together to see what sticks. I can see where the weird brain fog we all experienced while being stuck at home for so long affected the song structure because the whole record felts disjointed. In the end, I leaned into that, and I think it created a much more unique history than I would have made otherwise. What's next for Golden B.C.? I always have many projects in my mind that I want to get around to one day: an acoustic album, a bizarre Scott Walker-like record. I'm currently writing a film score for a fictional horror movie as a pet project. It's very John Carpenter-esque, and who knows if it'll even come out, but it's been fun to try something instrumental. Also, I've been combing through my old hard drives and have found a ton of unreleased material that I'd like to package into a b-sides collection. Instagram Facebook

Soaring in from Byron Bay, Australia, singer-songwriter and grunge recording artist SNOW unleashes her latest gripping and anthemic single, "LA." The badass recording artist has been actively writing music and performing her exciting tunes around Australia with support from acts like The Cops, Expatriate, The Church, Guttermouth, King Parrot, WAAX, and more. Recently signing with Rock Box Records in San Francisco, SNOW is eager to share her forthcoming tunes with fans in her homeland and overseas. Now dropping her flaming hot single, "LA," SNOW also released a classic punk-rock music video to enhance the song's passion and energy. While SNOW struts her way around Byron Bay's cold winter night with nothing else but jeans, a t-shirt, a leather jacket, and her guitar in hand, she grabs our attention with her high energy performance. "Inspired by an affair in LA, I wrote a love song about the experience of meeting someone who lives on the other side of the world," wrote SNOW. Taking a listen to "LA," The song kicks off with an upbeat drum arrangement which then launches into a riveting punk-rock instrumental. The feel-good sonics are later greeted with SNOW's sassy and passionate vocals. While she sings of feeling lovesick and yearning to go back to her lover in LA, the accompanying instrumentals back SNOW up with all the attitude and passion we could ask for. This track feels as though it's straight out of the pop-punk-rock era of the early 00s, and we couldn't be more thrilled with such a familiar and exciting sound. Bask in the "LA" sun with SNOW's latest single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic SNOW. We adore the fiery and anthemic feel of your latest lively release, "LA." Could you describe the moment you felt compelled to write this passionate and exciting single? I was in a really bad situation at the time. I had a moped accident which left me bedridden for months. The only thing that got me through was my passion for music. During this time, I wrote a bunch of songs, one of which was LA. The song was written for someone with who I had a romance when I was visiting my sister in California. He left quite an impression on me, so I wrote the song and sent it to him as a voice memo. He replied, "YES." I'm a hopeless romantic, and that often comes across in my songwriting. I never intended for LA to become my first single, but as other people heard the song, I realized that there was something very special about it. What was it like collaborating with the jam-packed team on deck for your recent single, "LA?" How did they help bring the song to life? The moment I played the song to my producer Dave Dogg Atkins, he got really excited about it! That was the first time Dave and I worked together, and we realized that we had a very special musical connection. LA transformed from being just a voice memo to the fiery anthem that it is now in only a few hours. I passed the song onto my brother-in-law Shea Roberts, who is a mastering engineer and also owned a record company called Rock Box Records in San Francisco. He loved the song and signed me to the label! Every person involved in the making of LA was passionate about the song and put a lot of love and heart into the production of the single. I believe that really comes across when you listen to the song. How does the music video for "LA" enhance the song's theme and vibe? Do you feel that these late-night shots around the city helped get your message across? I wanted to film the song at night because I felt it gave the image of a dark grunge cityscape, similar to PJ Harvey's Good Fortune, which is a very big influence on me as a female frontwoman and artist. We chose Lismore as our location due to its visual similarities to downtown LA. We chose interesting backdrops, such as the street art and the dark alleys, to send the message across. LA is about loving someone from afar and feeling empty and alone. The scenes that we shot really enforced these emotions. How did you want to make the listener feel with "LA?" What impact did you want the song to make on your audience? I wanted to connect with my audience through the universal emotion of love and loss, which is something that we can all relate to. I also wanted to send the message of hope; even if things seem impossible, you always have hope. I believe that the best songs ever written are about love, Joy Division 'Love Will Tear Us Apart,' New Order' Bizarre Love Triangle,' John Lennon 'All you need is love,' PJ Harvey 'This is Love.' I could go on, but I think you get where I'm coming from. What's next for you? I've been busy getting ready for my next release and rehearsing with my band so we can start touring as soon as things open up here in Australia. I will be dropping my next single, 'Snitch,' and the rest of my EP in 2022.

She is taking her skill set to acoustic stylings for her otherwise Pop sound. This divine transition stands out in "Marry Me Someday," as Matteson Gregory projects an unplugged atmosphere full of authentic storytelling. As she places emphasis on her beautifully scripted lyrics, we hear Matteson Gregory describe all the moments we've said that make up the feelings of knowing who you want to be with but being aware that good things do indeed take time. Over time, she has been able to leap from the underground shadows and become a prominent staple in the music industry as "Marry Me Someday" marks Matteson Gregory's fifth studio single. Being the first record that is self-produced under her influential techniques, this particular song has Matteson Gregory proving that she is quickly climbing the ladder of success. Through striking expressions that have us touring the heartfelt melodies she conveys, the emotion-driven single is a song that Matteson Gregory wants her audience to grasp onto as they take away happiness and hope. Read more with Matteson Gregory here. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Calgary, Canada, the singer-songwriter, musician, and r&b recording artist Natalia Chai reminds us that she's "Not One Of Many," with her latest soulful single. Natalia Chai's music career comprises five significant pillars: smooth, groove, inspire, believe, and stay connected. As a classically trained pianist, Natalia Chai developed an ear for the sonically delicious sounds of genres like r&b, soul, neo-soul, jazz, gospel, and Motown. Only four years into the music industry, Chai strives to make personable connections with her audience for a long-lasting impact. It's said that Chai's forthcoming projects will showcase her never-ending progression in sound and groove while encouraging us to stay optimistic and reach for the stars at each opportunity. Her latest single, "Not One Of Many," is the perfect example of this. Chai sings a passionate message while inviting the lister to relate with all of their heart. Listening to "Not One Of Many," the song placidly opens with Natalia Chai's warm vocal harmonies alongside a tender piano melody. Once her solo vocal appears on the first verse, Chai jumps into her passionate lyricism while wowing us with her otherworldly vocals. Right off the bat, Natalia Chai offers this engaging and mesmerizing tone that truly brings us to our knees. Expanding on her heartfelt and relatable lyrical content, Chai dives into themes of wanting to be someone's one and only while expressing her dissatisfaction with people who toy with her heart and don't fully commit. As she leads us to the chilling and jazzy outro, Natalia Chai closes the song with nothing but poise, composer, and desire. Catch Natalia Chai's soothing and soulful single, "Not One Of Many," on all digital streaming platforms. We adore the heart and soul you've placed into your latest single, "Not One Of Many." What inspired you to write this profoundly relatable and vulnerable piece? Thank you so much! "Not One of Many" was inspired by a personal experience but an experience that, as you've mentioned, is profoundly relatable and vulnerable. Hearing stories from friends and family, we all desire to be in a relationship where we feel that we matter, we feel seen and heard on a deeper level where trust, faith, love, and resilience conquers. We live in a society where things, situations, and sadly, people are easily replaced and taken for granted, so taking the proper amount of time to understand and learn about one another seems to be more and more nonexistent. In a world where everybody is doing the same things and following the same trends, I'm here to say that I'm "Not One of Many." If you can't see it or acknowledge and appreciate it, it's ok - we're not meant for each other, and I'll be on my way to find somebody who does. Did you tackle your songwriting process alone for "Not One Of Many?" Was it easy for you to convey your emotions and get your message across during this process? Yes, as with most of my songs, I do the concepts and ideas and a massive part of my writing process by myself. Conveying my emotions is a lot easier when I'm writing songs than it is in a day-to-day conversation. I tend to cram a lot of words into one piece, but with "Not One of Many," it was surprisingly easy to say what I wanted to say most concisely. What do you hope listeners learn or take away from your single, "Not One Of Many?" What effect did you want your lyrics to have on the listener? I hope that listeners see themselves as "Not One of Many" by honoring their worth not just in romantic relations but in all facets of life. I hope that my lyrics inspire courage and the will to fight for the true love, respect, and joy we all deserve! How long did it take to create the entirety of "Not One Of Many?" What was the most challenging aspect of this process? I started writing this song at the end of 2018 but didn't get into the studio with my producer, Jey Blaq, to record until about early 2020. The final mixing and mastering process didn't occur until earlier this year. We had other projects on the go, so this song was on the backburner for quite some time. The most challenging aspect was deciding whether or not I wanted this track to be just voice and keys or adding other instrumentation to it. Jey and I had an honest conversation, and I decided to keep it simple where it reflects the intimacy, vulnerability and conveys my message in the most direct way possible - and I don't have a track where it's just me and the piano, so this was a very refreshing project that genuinely reflects 100% of my creation. What's next for you, Natalia? I have a lot of exciting collaborations coming up with many talented artists, and I have also expanded into the film and animation industries writing and producing soundtracks that are currently in the works. I was recently selected as one of the artists for The Arts Common Incubator in Calgary, where it gives emerging artists in our city opportunities to learn professionally and artistically, to perform/exhibit, to collaborate and grow with other creatives to create and foster a stronger community that supports the arts! Please keep your eyes and ears peeled, and stay tuned for more news of my upcoming projects! Instagram Facebook

Creatively blending the high-energy pop and rock genres, EJ Carey brings her flavor to the music scene by reintroducing the sounds of her teen years. Under the guise of confessional plot-driven songwriting, she tackles subjects such as breakups, breakthroughs, and obstacle hurdling. Utilizing her powerful vocals, EJ Carey cries out thoughts you always wished you could say. True to her storytelling ways, EJ Carey delivers an impassioned admission of probable heartbreak to her prospective lover in her latest song, “I. G.B.Y.H.” Acknowledging that she has finally met the perfect partner, she embarks on a poetic diatribe of her ability to keep him. Enamored by his pure soul, kind nature, and oblivious love for her, EJ Carey feels compelled to inform her love interest of her ability to break his heart inevitably. “I. G.B.Y.H.” is the perfect depiction of our deepest fears when it comes to one’s actions ruining the greatest thing that has happened to them. Although “I. G.B.Y.H.” discourses a heartbreaking subject, the song carries itself exceptionally well with high energy and an uptempo vibe. EJ Carey’s voice reaches your soul with its vigorous propagation of her heartfelt thoughts. Combined with the hard-hitting percussion, the chorus will rest itself deep in the listener’s bones and run a course through every inch of their body. “I. G.B.Y.H.” is a thoroughly relatable song that ties EJ Carey to her audience with emotional honesty. With a pure and unadulterated writing style, EJ Carey is poised to shake up the current scheme of the music industry. Seeing as “I. G.B.Y.H.” is but one of the songs on her latest E.P., ‘Outlier,’ we encourage you to give the project a listen and take in the full scope of her musical prowess. Welcome to BuzzMusic, EJ Carey, and congrats on the release of your song "I. G.B.Y.H." How did the creation of this hit come to be? What was your inspiration behind the descriptive lyrics? I wrote "I.G.B.Y.H." about going out with someone for the first time after having my heart shattered into a million pieces. After such a long relationship, that first date was such a huge change: everything was light, fun, and easy. However, I felt myself starting to catch feelings for this new guy, and the part of me that was still hurting was acting as the devil on my shoulder, whispering, "what if YOU got to break someone's heart this time?" into my ear. When you're hurting like that, there's part of you that wants to inflict that pain on someone else sometimes. Thankfully, I didn't, but frankly, it was empowering to fantasize about doing that kind of damage. How important is it for you to inspire the youth with the style of music that influenced you when you were young? If I'm able to inspire one person, it's all worth it. I grew up listening to top 40, pop-country, pop-r&b, and pop-punk music, and my influences are evident in both my songwriting and vocal style. Younger musicians need to hold onto what they love because you never know what they can turn that love into (like how Post Malone loved pop-punk and hip hop and became the face of a now very popular pop sub-genre!). What is music creation for you? Does it have some therapeutic value? It can be cathartic, but it's primarily impulsive. The lyrics and melody will arrive at me simultaneously, almost as if I've been stricken with it, and if I don't start writing it down at that very moment, I will forget it. It usually takes me about 10 minutes to get the whole song down, and then I work in chords after that. But, depending on the subject matter, it can have therapeutic value. What would be your direct message to a young fan looking to get into the music industry? This is much harder than you could ever imagine it being. Prepare to become adaptable and resourceful. Making a living from music is not impossible, but how one can make that money is not clear cut or easy by any means - and it's constantly changing! Make friends with everyone - they may help you out in the future. What's next for you? My goal is to launch a Patreon by next year! I am always writing music, but the studio I work with had to cancel my sessions for what would've been a follow-up release due to being so behind with projects booked before COVID took over the world. Instagram Facebook

The natural-born penchant for thinking big and unapologetically pursuing passion has evolved into the musical career of Tewy in a significant way. His originality falls into an undeniably- catchy sound that perfectly toes the line between Hip-hop, R&B, and Pop. The Bay Area native demonstrates his skills as a singer, songwriter, and producer with an unmatched work ethic and dreams that never quit. As we get lost in the rhythmic sway of Tewy’s latest single, “2adays,” there’s much to feast on as we embark on a passionate sonic voyage. Dripping in melodically powered harmonies that help to enhance the presence of his soothing timbres, we’re wrapped up in a mesmerizing presentation of Tewy’s mind-altering lyrical motifs. The buoyantly propelling instrumentation launches through our speakers and reinforces the myriad of musical inspirations. Tewy takes into his artistic versatility. We admire this approach because of the unique sound that surfaces through an unmatched self-assuredness where Tewy has something epic to call his own. “2adays” has us drowning in the infectious grooves as we eat up every note that is depicted in a wavy manner. Fashioning together a seamless blend of relatability with the subject matter professed, it’s nearly impossible to deny the compelling tenors that shine with the overall musical foundation laid down. Tewy has us bobbing our heads to the music and asking for more. Through a pitch-perfect performance that takes us into a variety of emotions on a spectrum that transitions from cognizant to confident, we hope that you’ll see just how “2adays” will transform your favorite playlist. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Tewy, and congratulations on the release of "2adays." Bringing such a unique fusion to this track, could you please share a glimpse into the inspiration that drove your creative process? I wrote this song late one night after working through the production, balancing everything going on in life. The song was me saying that even when I'm overwhelmed, the goal is the same. Keep working and keep making music for people to relate to and enjoy In your own words, what does this song mean to you? What do you hope that your listeners will take away from this record? Basically, to embrace the grind. Anything in life worth doing won't be easy. Extraordinary things take extraordinary amounts of work. Two times. With collaboration playing such a massive role in the music community, we would love to know; If you could remix "2adays," who would be your ideal candidate to hop on the remix, and why? Russ, he's a huge inspiration of mine, and I think he would appreciate the song's sentiment and go crazy on it! He's as real as they get, and if I could sit down and connect with him on this song, it would be a bucket list moment. What has been your proudest moment throughout your artistic career this far? Probably this release because it is the first song that I wrote, sang, and produced. Pretty cool for me to say that because I've been working and learning about the production side of music. Instagram Facebook