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Dominican singer-songwriter Karen. resides in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with roots in New York City. Creating music for those as perplexed by life as herself, she brings forth a colorful attitude and overly passionate persona dispersed into every musical creation that she crafts. Leaving a lasting impression on listeners' brains with her lyrics and singing, the continuous exploration through a sound that is signature to her peaks our interest in a high fashion. Her most recent gloom-pop record, "DIGITAL HEAVEN," falls directly into this spiraling web of reminiscent moments that are drenched in personal reflection. Conjuring up a familiar environment that many can relate to, the narrative of this track unveils her peculiar relationship with the internet. Her exclusive croons are wrapped in a reverberated blanket of intimacy as she cascades her vocals over top of a buoyant and glimmering soundscape. The instrumentation invites us into unique percussion patterns that make the distinctive universe of resonance that much more enthralling. With conflicted feelings steering the lyrical motifs making up this record, we hear about how the internet has reacted to Karen. 's art and herself as an individual aside from the creativity. Naturally absorbing herself in the comparison game, this time, she is forced to compare her online presence to the presence she offers up in real life. It's not very often that we hear artists taking this route in their music. However, the brilliant canvas, which is Karen.'s mind, allows this tale to unfold as we take in a seemingly important message and overall perfectly executed tune. Hitting the melodies from every angle, this effervescent world that "DIGITAL HEAVEN" resides in has us elevated to a place where Karen. 's kaleidoscope lens is in clear view. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Karen. We love the storyline that is brought to life in "DIGITAL HEAVEN." With such a unique topic touched, what was the breaking point for you to create this track? Thank you for having me here again! And such a good question. I mean, I don't know exactly what made me wanna make this track. I think I've always had these pent-up feelings about the internet. There's a very thin line of how amazing yet how terrible it can be at times. So really, just finally putting my actual music out to the world probably made this come around since that's when I started getting criticism and hate, but also a lot of love and praise for my stuff. So I'll probably say my breaking point was maybe when I released my first serious track, "girlfriend." Could you please take us into the universe you tap into when typically creating songs? Was this how "DIGITAL HEAVEN" was created? Honestly, it's not even a universe at this point; it's more of a mindset if anything. I come up with a line or two, and my brain just starts filling in the blanks; it just all feels right at the moment, and of course, any weird lines or lyrics get fixed when I go back and edit the song. Which then to the second question, yes, "DIGITAL HEAVEN." was created in this manner. I was actually at work at the time, and I just kept listening to the beat over and over again. I was going back and forth from my phone and maybe, like, prepping food or something. I'd be working, and then the next line would just hit me, and I HAD to write it down. I didn't want to lose that creative spark I had, so I would type it quickly and then get back to what I was doing. The lyrics flowed out after I made that "get out of mySpace" line. What is the main message that you would like your audience to take away from this track? The main message is just not to stress the internet too much. Remember that you are your own person, and not everything you see online is as it seems. I believe the internet is a beautiful tool, especially with musicians, as you can share your music worldwide and connect with people, but some people use the online presence as somewhat of a mask. They put down people and say things that they wouldn't say in person, you know? So just don't take it too seriously, the real world is very different from Twitter comments or Instagram DMs, so you can't ever let any of that stuff phase you. Some people create unnecessary roles or personas and act like something they're not. Most people are just online to have fun. You can't lose sight of what's important. Even I have to remind myself sometimes. Since writing this song, how has that relationship between your online self and real-life self been? What types of things did you work on to get to a better place in your mind? Man, I've been online more than ever recently, I think I wrote "DIGITAL HEAVEN." in March, and since then, I've strictly moved into a more artist-based online presence. I've always tried to stay authentic online, especially since I feel, as an artist, you should always strive to have a good relationship with your audience. You shouldn't just see them as "fans" or "followers," but people as well, people that have lives and opinions, people that you can just talk to. I always try to respond to as many people through DMs and ask everyone how their day is going via my stories. So, I've really just been posting about my music. Other than that, I guess, sometimes, I post about my boyfriend and my outfits and my family. I've made sure to find more joy in real-life relationships and connections. I spend a few of my weekends away from my phone and with my loved ones and friends. Although—I do slip, I use the internet when I'm playing Mario Party with my boyfriend. I've also got more of a hardened shell when it comes to hate comments now, so it's just bouncing off of me at this point. I swear, once you get feedback from curators, nothing anyone says hurts as bad. What's next for you? What's next? "DIGITAL HEAVEN." was the lead single off my EP, "Only Interesting on the Internet," and soon enough, the EP will be out as well. I may, however, be teasing another single release from the EP before that happens, but don't take my word for it. Once that's out, I'll probably be taking a break for a while, maybe just releasing singles and getting some stuff together for the next project. Hopefully, make a music video for "DIGITAL HEAVEN." as well. We'll see! Wherever the music takes me, that's where I'll be. Instagram Twitter

Coming in hot from Long Beach, California, the rocking and dynamic band The Overrides release their sophomore and conceptual EP entitled 'Attention.' The Overrides are best known for the sound described as The Clash, and The Ramones meet Fugazi and 90s alternative. Comprised of vocalist/guitarist Cam Mosavian, drummer Parker PJ Johnston, Brandon Mosavian on bass, Guitarist Denzil Dunn and Josh Roush on guitar, The Overrides are truly carving a unique path in the independent music scene. Doing so with their latest EP, 'Attention,' the record opens with the introductory and title track, "Attention," which genuinely grabs our attention right off the bat. As The Overrides begin to crash through our speakers with their upbeat and blazing instrumentals, they perfectly set the tone for the rest of the record while leaving us excited for what's to come. As lead vocalist Mosavian makes his low, powerful, ad raspy vocal appearance, he begins to sing a troubling message of wondering why someone tries so hard to get his undivided attention, which never seems to work. We love the energy of this intro track, as it perfectly paves the way for the other three tracks to follow. Onto track number two, "Shout," the track opens with rhythmic and exhilarating electric guitar riffs. To be blunt, we thought we were about to hear Rocky Horror's Riff Raff explain, "It's astounding, time is fleeting," but instead, The Overrides jump into their heavy and blistering rock instrumentals that take off into the celestials. As Mosavian begins to explain how anxiety continues to riddle him while churning his stomach and twisting it in knots, the band makes their way over to the hook, where they encourage us to unleash the beast and shout our worries away. We love the power of the passion of this song; it makes for the perfect anger management aid. Passing the EP's halfway point with track number three, "Part Two," this track opens with a solid electric guitar riff that quickly jumps into The Overrides' scorching hot breakdowns. We love the soul and rhythm that this track has to offer; it's like a lengthy interlude but better. As The Overrides continue their striking, melodic, and dynamic instrumental journey, they sonically hit us in all the right places while blasting through with nothing but poise and composure. This instrumental is jam-packed with rich transition and overwhelming anticipation that leaves us wondering where the band will take us next. Landing on the EP's outro and the fourth track, "Observant Servant," this track kicks off with tight guitar and bass licks that pound through our speakers with the utmost rhythm alongside the punchy and crisp drum breaks. As Mosavian makes his filtered and energetic vocal appearance, he begins to sing the tale of an observant servant named Adam, who strives to rebel now that he's gathered all the knowledge and power he needs to flee from his monotonous day-to-day. We love the song's powerful transition on the hook, especially around the outro, as The Overrides close the record on this exciting and cathartic note with their compelling lyricism and gripping instrumentals. Do yourself a favor and douse yourself in the flames of The Overrides' latest EP, 'Attention,' now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic The Overrides, and congratulations on releasing your powerful and thought-provoking sophomore EP, 'Attention.' What inspired your band to create this conceptual project? As a band, we never want to get stuck writing songs or records that all sound the same. Life evolves, and so does music, so we wanted to draw a parallel between the two on this record. There is a noticeable evolution from our first record, "Brain as a Fist EP" and the "Attention EP," and each song on this record - as the record plays, each song slowly evolves from one another. Each song is conceptually the same but very different in its unique way. Could you enlighten us on what message or concept you wanted to get across to listeners in the EP, 'Attention?' What did you want your audience to take away? The EP lyrical themes deal heavily with day-to-day struggles in life and trying to better yourself in between it all. It's a very emotional EP, and we wanted the music to match the lyrical themes perfectly. The beginning of the record describes a person just starting to notice all the bullshit around themself, and the end of the record describes that same person beginning to figure out the best way to deal with the bullsh*t while being the best person they can be. It's a constant struggle, and trying to find the balance is very real and very hard. Who wrote the lyrics within the EP 'Attention?' Was this a shared process? How does your band's songwriting process usually go? Cam wrote the lyrics and the music for this record. Some of the songs were complete when he brought them in, like Part Two and Shout. Attention and Observant Servant were mostly finished, but the band fleshed out the structure and harmonies together. What was your band's creative process behind the scenes for 'Attention?' How did each member add to the experience? On this record, it was a conceptual process from the start. Cam had long had three songs that we called The Trifecta, which were Observant Servant, Shout, and Part Two. Shout originally was the first song. Attention was written more recently, and we debated putting it first on the record because originally, it was supposed to be last. The cool thing about this album is that each song can be played in any order while still feeling like a cohesive conceptual body of work as a whole. But in the end, we felt that Attention was the strongest song on the EP, so we wanted a strong start from the get-go. How does the EP 'Attention' contrast your 2019 EP 'Brain As a Fist?' How are these projects different? On 'Brain as a Fist,' we wanted our first EP to be like a "here's who we are" type of record, but on this record, we wanted a follow up- "but wait, there's more" type of record. It had always been the band's goal to start out a little stripped down and raw, and over time introduce our more intricate or complicated songs. We have a lot of genre-bending ideas for songs, but we wanted the band's sound to evolve in a steady way so as to not sound jarring or take people off guard. That process takes time because of the amount of time it takes to record, mix and master a record, which we do ourselves. Instagram Facebook

With perseverance, dedication, and an extensive background in the music industry, the ever-so-talented Elektra Prince has taken several years to bring his music to the public. Thus, anticipation greets us kindly with the ambient hues and alluring vocal performance on his latest single, "Expectations." Taking his moments of feeling and emotion into an electro-pop soundscape that grazes the borders of Hip-hop, we find that the narrative tours you through the embodiment of the anxiety and ambiguity of trying to navigate one's social and dating life in a big city like Los Angeles. The prominence in the bassline reflected in the musical masterpiece mirrors the city's ambitious culture. It plays into what Elektra Prince himself has experienced in his transition from Arizona to LA. Working hard on the continual development of his artistry, Elektra Prince has our eyes peeled for what's to come next in the wavy and mesmerizing grasp of his creative reach. Listen to "Expectations" on all streaming platforms today, and catch up BuzzMusic's feature on Elektra Prince here. Instagram Facebook

EMD producer Story Time enlists the talents of the angelic vocalist Abigail Winzer for psychedelic and a mesmerizing journey that traverses dimensions. The Berklee Online Undergraduate students were able to complete their projects virtually, which is a testament to the power of technology in today’s world. The two artists released their energy-bending hit, “Current State,” on October 22nd. The elegant anthem focuses on the difficulty we currently tolerate when appreciating our current state in the world. The multi-dimensional aspect of the song makes it hard to pinpoint only a few inspirations. With such a broad theme, “Current State” delivers a picturesque fantasy realm to its audience. The lyrics magically curated to complement the reverie-inducing production send the listeners into an ‘Alice In Wonderland’ type-like voyage. The song begins with Abigail Winzer’s blissful voice serenading the audience. As Story Time harmonizes with his grounded vocals, the instrumental tempo picks up and dispatches us into an aura-morphing daze. The blood-pumping beat entices the listener to whirl and twirl along as the intensity picks up over time. Catering to our need to escape the norm, “Current State” is the perfect conduit for all who desire a much-needed distraction. The song’s catchy chorus and hypnotizing nature give it a significantly elevated replay value. With the professionalism displayed by Story Time and Abigail Winzer, it’s needless to say that they both have star power and the potential to become worldwide sensations. This is only the first collaborative display from the two artists, we are eager to experience their growth, and we are hopeful for more projects from this alliance. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Story Time, and Abigail Winzer! Congrats on the release of “Current State.” Could you please share what the inspiration behind the creation of this song was? What does it mean to you as creators? Thanks for having us! We’re excited to have a platform to talk about this song. The initial inspiration came from our experiences with forgetting to appreciate the present moment. This song means a lot to us. It’s Abigail’s first single as a solo artist, and my most ambitious production yet. What is the main message that you would like your listeners to reflect on when taking this piece in? Remember to always appreciate your current state. Don’t run away from it, hoping to find happiness in a future that doesn’t exist. Did you face any hurdles having to create this song virtually? How did you overcome them? The biggest hurdle was definitely communicating what we wanted from each other. It’s hard to convey a vision over the internet. If we ever collaborated in person, I think the sessions would move much more quickly. But we managed to finish the song anyway, despite the difficulties! How did the alliance between you two come to be? Can we expect further projects between the two of you? Last Spring, we were classmates in a Berklee songwriting class. One of our assignments was to collaborate on a song as a group. We were the only two that showed up, and the rest is history. Perhaps that history will continue... What would you like new listeners to know about you and your music? Story Time: My goal is to combine the best parts of the old and new worlds of music. I want to bring great songwriting to EDM. Great lyrics are a lost art that I hope to help revive. Abigail: I would like new listeners to know that music is truly a healing remedy, and should give people an escape into an alternate universe that uplifts, heals, and transports them to a place of great unity. I hope to bring innovation and new creativity to the world through my music, and ensure a unique experience through every song. Music is powerful, and I want mine to positively impact as many people as possible. That is my main goal. Instagram

A testament to the enduring power of rock n roll, the Moonshine Runners, hone in a bold and refreshing sound as much as their roots stem from the grounds of paying tributes to greats such as the legendary acts of Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, and a myriad more. The birth of Moonshine runners comes from guitarist Jeff Free, drummer Noe Salas, and bassist Erik Sanchez, performing all over the Tri-State Area as Manic Blues, while singer John Velez maintained a solo career starting in Queens, NY. However, once they began venturing to Los Angeles and then Houston, guitarist Aaron Sanchez decided to bring them all together for the coalition of an alternative rock band years in the making. There’s a propelling sway that carries us to an alternate universe drenched in soothing fusion in a remarkable display of what comes from their debut single “Can’t Believe.” Raw, with fine-grit touring through the soundwaves, there’s an impeccable balance of poise and what we like to call organized chaos that transmits the eclectic essence of these prolific rockers. “Can’t Believe” dips us into tight percussion that shatters its way into your heart as it accompanies the psychedelic grooves embedded into this masterpiece. Considering all of that and combining it with the havoc that breaks free through luscious guitar riffs, the musical foundation that is as therapeutic as it is a spike of adrenaline conveys a serenading vocal performance that belts out roars of breaking free. With this type of liberation visited, we admire the intensity that hails from “Can’t Believe.” Moonshine Runners perform with colossal energy that keeps you on the edge of your seat, all while bouncing you into an oblivion of high anticipation and calming seas of tantalizing innovation. Residing in the mix of notable musicians that reign supreme in the Queens rock scene, we’ll take their intoxicating grooves with a splash of edgy amplification any day of the week. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Moonshine Runners, and congratulations on releasing your debut single, "Can't Believe." You carry such a unique sound in the music that you create. What inspired this approach to the resonance you're continuing to master every day? It was an unspoken process that developed naturally between all of us. But if I can put it into words, I'd say everyone brought their flavor and passion that evolved into our current sound. While our sounds are unique, we knew we wanted to have that "Big Rock Sound," drawing inspiration from the Foo Fighters, Muse, Porcupine Tree, etc.… We were able to melt our individuality into one, utilizing it as a strength with fierce togetherness. For instance, our drummer is a dynamic and versatile progressive rock drummer. He has years of experience working with our bassist, who is best known for his groove, allowing them both to build a beautiful and masterful rhythm, propelling our band forward. Our lead guitarist has a history with our drummer and bassist and has a natural talent for complimenting multiple sounds. By creating a melody melting the heavy rock and ambient cleans of our rhythm guitarist. With all of these different traits as a base, our lead vocalist, a hybrid singer, has the ability to flow from a smooth vocal melody to a powerful rock scream, immediately captivating the audience. We hope to create versatile yet relatable music, allowing our audience to grab onto our catchy melodies to sing along. As well as dance to a rhythm that will flow in and out of heavy rock sections, pursuing our audience to headbang and let loose. We enjoy playing with a dynamic building that allows us to bring a song to climax in various unorthodox ways. We hope to portray our songs as more than music but as an experience. With a mix of calming energy and a rush of dynamism that pours from "Can't Believe," what is the meaning behind this track? What does it say about you as a band? "Can't Believe" perfectly depicts how we play with dynamics while gradually raising the piece's intensity. Our inspiration is the journey of coming to terms with the loss of a relationship, not just in the romantic sense but in any connection. The lyrics are meant to pose challenging questions to someone in mourning the loss of a significant relationship: "What now?", "Where do I go from here?" and "Who am I without this person?" While tough questions, we are all unified having to contemplate grief throughout life. The song is meant to be a play of emotions, symbolizing a storm. We do this by starting soft and calm, building to an intense storm of emotions, just like in real life, coming out of nowhere, then settling back down to the other side with clarity and relief. Depicting an important message to the audience, while there will be intense and overwhelming emotions that might hit unexpectedly, in the end, everything will be okay. Through the usage of our lyrics and instrumentals, Moonshine Runners strives to be a storyteller. We use music to speak about difficult yet relatable topics, allowing our audience to find clarity in these various life situations. Being a storyteller influences our songwriting process, inspiring the song "Can't Believe." Could you please take us into what the creative process looked like when bringing this track to life? With production that sounds as well-balanced as "Can't Believe," who do we owe the mix and master credits to? Initially, "Can't Believe" was written by our vocalist, John. He found inspiration for the lyrics and guitar melodies while on a road trip to Nashville, TN. When he brought the idea to us, everything slowly fell into place. Our bassist was inspired by the 60's Beatles, creating a bassline that perfectly complemented our progressive rock drummer, creating a stable foundation for the song. Branching off of that, our lead guitarist, Jeff, was able to add lead licks. Scattering these licks throughout the song complimented our rhythm guitar in a unique way. Allowing him to incorporate a Spanish rock-styled solo in the second verse, captivating the audience to start dancing along to this unique Spanish rhythm. Our rhythm guitarist, Aaron, was able to take the original guitar rhythm and flip it. By changing the rhythm, to a picking pattern that matched the groove of the drums and bass set, Aaron was able to incorporate reverb, giving that ambient effect we talked about earlier. We hoped to complement John's vocals on the hooks by adding a little more aggression. We created cool transitions that led into our heavy rock instrumental chorus. This had a natural progression, allowing us to put together the heavy bridge that then complimented John's scream. We wanted the song to end with a full circle effect, ending with a clean, calm groove that started the song. To add a little more sauce to the song, we brought in our friend Omar, who added organ, piano, and string to various parts of the song. These sounds were strategically placed in the background, giving a bit more emphasis to the builds we just mentioned. The engineer, Brendan Dekora, did a marvelous job mixing and mastering the track. By giving it the balance we wanted throughout the piece and acknowledging the gradual dynamic build, we were aiming for. We met Brendan through the website "Soundbetter." They provide artists with a vast catalog of engineers that work with a plethora of music. Brendan was very responsive, easy to work with, and was able to see our vision, bringing out the best of the song. What is your mission statement as a band? How can we expect to see and hear you playing into this statement and your overall vision in your careers? Our mission statement is "to create a strong, emotional response from our audience through the use of our lyrics, storytelling, and instrumental arrangements." We want our audience to not simply listen to a song but feel as if they are a part of a unique experience. We hope to achieve this not just in our recorded music but also in our live shows. Our small crowds and venues have allowed us to flourish individually and as a whole, but we would like to bring our music to larger stages and audiences. In the future, we see ourselves becoming a household name. But currently, we are paying out dues as musicians by trying to hone our craft and playing at smaller venues, which will eventually lead to bigger opportunities. We hope to never lose the authenticity and rawness in our music as we progress and gain fans. Having a background in performing across the United States, when can we expect to see Moonshine Runners live next? We have two more shows left this coming year in NYC. Our first show is on Nov. 13th. We are excited to announce that we are one of three finalists to perform in a Battle of the Bands competition at the Music Hall of Williamsburg, hosted by the wonderful Robert J. Efros Foundation. The foundation empowers artists to express their art as well as gives artists a spotlight to do so! This is such a fantastic opportunity, and we are deeply grateful to be a part of it! The foundation provides financial support to artists and creates a network encouraging collaboration that provides exposure through events, programming, and community outreach. Our final show of the year will be held in The Delancey in the city on Nov. 27th at 10 pm! Tickets to all our shows can be found on our Instagram bio. Instagram

After a two-year hiatus, Ottawa’s own Brenden MacGowan breaks his silence with a long-awaited single that has listeners caught in his artistic virtuosity. From his 2016 spotlight on the television show La Voix Junior and the luxury of getting an opportunity to perform the national anthem for the NHL hockey team, the Ottawa Senators. Brenden MacGowan has recently discovered that adapting can be the most beneficial trait to embrace through life’s evolution. Faced with the inevitable fate of his voice changing and the fearful state of mind this brought to him, it caused Brenden MacGowan to put music on the back burner and halt his live performances. However, after becoming more comfortable with what was to come, he started embracing his new voice while honing his songwriting abilities. This led to him creating a world of his own through his haunting yet beautiful lyrics and melodies. Copious arrays of luscious guitar riffs greet us within the latest composition by Brenden MacGowan. “Until Next Summer…,” tours us through the motions of a love story that has an expiry date on its duration. With a blend of glimmer and bellow elements, we get to take in the crisp offering of Brenden MacGowan’s revisited sound that packs a punch with the emotion it offers up. Luring us into the reverberated croons that gently glide across our mind, the rhythmic tempo of “Until Next Summer…” is drenched in authenticity and edges us into full-body movements as we swoop into the infectious grooves before us. Admiring the indie-pop effervescence that hails from the upbeat nature of this record, we allow ourselves to get transported into the beautifully scripted lyrics that paint mesmerizing pictures of vivacity before us. Although residing in an up-tempo liveliness, the high octane energy that is factored into this equation gets met with a melancholy feel as the song progresses. Addressing themes of promise, yearning, and optimism, all showcased into one striking example of fading love, Brenden MacGowan’s impact leaves us amazed with his ability to translate such a bittersweet medley of sentiment. Back and better than ever, Brenden MacGowan is thriving in the flourishing fields of the pop wave. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Brenden MacGowan. Congratulations on the release of "Until Next Summer…" With the time you took off seeming beneficial for you in ways that we can't begin to fathom, how do you feel re-introducing yourself to the world? Honestly, I just feel really happy. I haven't felt this much happiness and excitement in a really long time. After not performing or releasing anything over the past two years, the music I am putting out now feels very true to me. The music I am putting out now gives listeners a chance to see the real me and allows people to see that I am more than just the kid who sang for the Ottawa Senators and who was on La Voix Junior. Is this record based on personal experience, or did you pull inspiration from a secondary source? What does this "Until Next Summer…" mean to you as the creator The storyline of this record is not based on personal experience, but the emotional aspect is pulled straight from within. Until I started working on this project, almost all of my songwriting was based on personal experience. I had the mindset that I could only write about things that pertained to me. 'Until next summer...' completely changed my perspective on songwriting. This record is about a summer love affair, where a relationship flourishes in the warm summer weather but eventually dies as the days get colder. This record really represents a powerful sense of optimism and nostalgic yearning while also touching on emotions such as fear, anger, and sadness, creating a very strong duality throughout the entire song. 'Until next summer...' takes these powerful emotions and turns them into this tragic love story that feels hauntingly familiar while still feeling unknown. How long did it take you to execute such detailed lyrics in this composition? Did you find yourself sitting on this song for a while before deciding it was a good time to make your official debut? This song has a very funny origin story. My best friend (Emma Connelly) wrote a song for an English assignment back in May of 2020. So, we got together and wrote a song that fit the criteria for the assignment. Later that night, when I was back home, I still had the guitar chords and verse melody stuck in my head, and I just kept playing and singing them both over and over again. So, long story short, I scraped the lyrics that we wrote and wrote what the song is today. I wrote most of the song within that week, but I made tweaks here and there until it was recorded this past August. Ever since I wrote 'Until next summer...' I had a gut feeling that it was going to be my first single back. I loved the storyline, the melodies and loved the fact that it is a sad song that you can still bop your head to. Through the time you took off, what is the most important lesson you learned about yourself? What would you say to your listeners out there who may be looking to pump the brakes on a specific aspect of their life? I think that the most important lesson that I have learned during my time off is to never give up. Back when my voice was changing, I honestly thought that I would never sing again and thought that people would not want to hear me if I couldn't belt out Whitney Huston or the American National Anthem. Since then, I have learned that my voice isn't gone; it's just evolved. Additionally, I found my love for songwriting, something that I never thought I would love as much as I do. So my advice to anyone who is either going through something similar to what I went through, or to anyone who feels like they're lost they don't know what they're doing is; do what makes you happy, and don't let anyone or anything stop you from doing it. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? "Until next summer..." is just the beginning. This record is the introduction to my world of fabrication. So if listeners like what they hear, there is so much more coming very soon. This may include a second single? Possibly a bigger body of work coming in the new year? I don't know? I guess you'll have to stick around to find out! Instagram

The Canadian singer-songwriter and recording artist Kaiya Gamble wears her heart on her sleeve in her compelling and passionate sophomore single entitled "I'm In It." The Albertan recording artist delivers a soulful and charismatic voice that's truly beyond her years. The 14-year-old songstress is well on her way to becoming a sought-after act with her messages of empowerment, positivity, and hope. Having performed in front of thousands of people at over 40 high-profile events; there's no saying what Kaiya Gamble will do next. Now releasing her passionate and uplifting sophomore single, "I'm In It," Kaiya Gamble sings a refreshing message of falling in love for the very first time. It's a breath of fresh air, to say the least; Gamble's overall youthful, energetic, and heartfelt approach truly allows her to stand apart from other young singer-songwriters navigating their way through the industry. Listening to "I'm In It," a cinematic and soothing piano melody melts through our speakers alongside Kaiya Gamble's emotional vocal harmonies that lay it all on the line while passionately inviting someone into her life. We adore Gamble's playful and innocent lyricism, especially lyrics like "don't know what love is, but baby, I'm in it." Accompanying Gamble's passionate and exciting performance is a groovy bass line on the hook along with a rhythmic piano melody and upbeat drum arrangements to maintain the song's groove. We adore the overall lighthearted, fun, and carefree feel of this song, especially as Gamble continues to wear her heart on her sleeve and jump into her first shot at love. Refresh yourself with Kaiya Gamble's heartfelt single, "I'm In It," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Kaiya Gamble, and congratulations on releasing your exciting sophomore single, "I'm In It." What inspired you to track your first experiences with love through this passionate new single? Did any particular moment or experience inspire this song? Thank you so much!! In terms of the inspiration behind “I’m In It” I think we can all relate to that initial rush of excitement and passion when you think you’re in love with someone or something! You’re not sure how it’s going to work out, but it’s just so exciting and thrilling to be in it, that you don’t really care. For me, I relate to this through my love of music! When I first started singing 5 years ago, it was a risk I took, but I knew I just had to do it. When I was tracking vocals for the song, I really channeled that feeling and even tried to replicate the butterflies I felt when I first stepped on a stage. For my co-writers, they had just found out that they were pregnant, so maybe that new love for their first baby inspired their writing. But you’d have to ask them haha! Was it easy for you to convey emotions through lyrics during your songwriting process for "I'm In It?” Did you go through this process entirely solo? Great question! I’d say yes and no. My co-writers on this tune are super talented - the amazing artist ‘ANNIKA’ and her husband (also one of my producers), Spencer Cheyne. They always checked in during the write, to make sure I could still sing the song and mean every word. They were so thoughtful. So, for 99% of the song, I felt I could tell the story with sincerity and had so much fun with it! There were just a couple of lines I had to wrap my head around. Like the one about gambling: “put all my chips in, think I’m winning”. Being 14 years old, I watched some poker videos online to get an idea of what the line was saying and how I could relate to it myself. But now I am 100% in it - no pun intended! What vibe or feeling did you want the sonics and instrumentals to give off in "I'm In It?" Did you work with any producers to help reach the sound you were looking for? With “I’m In It” we wanted to have a really fun-loving, carefree vibe that supported the story of the song. Super light and major sounding, with lots of harmonies, an organ, a sick bass line, and all these super cool programmed sounds - really makes the sentiment of the song pop! The whole song was just so much fun to make and record. Of course, I’m biased, but I am so grateful to have the best producers, Justin Kudding and Spencer Cheyne. They are always very supportive of my vision and ideas, and they are so important in making them come to life! How does "I'm In It" help listeners get to know what your music is all about? Will you continue releasing authentic, vulnerable, and relatable tunes like this? I think “I’m In It” can introduce fans to a more fun side of my writing, my music, and my personality! My debut single was a ballad, much slower, and very emotional, which is often my ‘go-to’. But “I’m In It” is so different from “Speak Out” and I love that about the song. To answer your other question, yes, 1000% times yes! Writing from a real authentic place is something I commit to, whenever I’m writing and is something I’m working on all the time! Instagram Facebook

Australian band, The Silencio, has been releasing a steady stream of high-energy singles from their forthcoming sophomore album, inspired by their ever-evolving unique brand of alt-rock. The Silencio raise the stakes and augment the tempo with their upcoming single "Under Lock & Key." The song, set for release on November 5th, is an infectious, toe-tapping, upbeat mess of fun that borders being a punk rock track. "Under Lock & Key" was recorded at Core Studios on the Gold Coast, Australia, and engineered by producer Nik Carpenter. The Silencio have constructed a cascade of instruments and gritty vocals that entices you to move your head and feel the vibration at your core. The beauty of this anthem is its deep-natured lyrics. Speaking of traumatic battles that have left many scars, they express how painful the truthful process of letting past traumas go is. The quick pace of "Under Lock & Key" will give any listener a fully charged battery and send them into a frenzy of pure unrestricted emotions. Although it's an exquisite piece to listen to through headphones, we encourage you to experience them live, as they bring their unbridled vitality to the stage and tear the building apart. The Silencio is currently on tour, gaining momentum on their worldwide conquest. They aim to share their personal experience and energy with fans by performing at events such as the Black Dog Beware's Unite The Fight 2021. The live music event was created to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. A noble cause, leaving us with excitement in anticipation of their future projects. Welcome to BuzzMusic, The Silencio, and congrats on the release of your new hit song “Under Lock & Key!” Can you share with us the core meaning of the message behind the song? Thank you so much! This is one of the more cryptic songs in our repertoire as far as the lyrics go. It was lifted from a poem Jan Nicholas Blom had written and centered around complacency getting in the way of achieving one's dreams. The thing that burns so bright almost haunts you while you try to convince yourself that you're unworthy of it. How different is the feeling between recording such an intense song and performing it in front of a live audience? It is a very different vibe tracking something more aggressive and energetic without the aid of an audience but we're very lucky to have worked with Nik Carpenter of Core Studios who helps to push us to achieve that sound. This particular track is definitely one of our favorites to play live and it seems to be a crowd favorite. Can you tell us what it means to you to be able to perform at events that raise awareness, like Black Dog Beware’s Unite The Fight 2021? Our band is very much about promoting positivity through our lyrics and the organizations we attach ourselves to. We were humbled to have been asked to headline this event and look forward to showing our support in person to the wonderful team who have put it together. We hope that through our music we can encourage people to be talkative as opposed to taciturn when they face situations they feel are out of their control because having a shoulder to lean on can sometimes make all of the difference. Is there a North American tour in the works for the foreseeable future? 100%! We'd love nothing more than to be able to take this show overseas and once international travel looks more promising this will be at the top of our list of goals to achieve. What's next for The Silencio? We have a few more songs from this album to drip-feed as singles before the full album (Foreign Frequencies) will be made available but I can assure you that we are always in the studio working on more songs. We've almost got another album completed! We've also had some exciting opportunities come up as our border restrictions are starting to ease to play more shows within Australia. The future is bright. Instagram Facebook

Midwest Delusions is the solo recording project from multi-instrumentalist Ezra T. Duran-Garcia. From Alamosa, Colorado, Ezra spent his formative years traveling between Colorado and California. Midwest Delusions blends textural elements from dream pop, neo-psychedelia, indie rock, and jazz. The distinct sound created by Midwest Delusions enters a new dimension with the release of his latest single, “Death And Dandruff.” Set for a November 5th release date, “Death And Dandruff” is a trippy, mind-bending song that leads the audience on a journey of destructive love. As Midwest Delusions serenades his fans with his soft voice, he curates an atmosphere of despair and foretold gloom. Combatting dark thoughts and wasted opportunities, he cleverly displays his sorrows with creative songwriting and sound design. A beautiful mesh of almost ethereal sound effects layered atop classic drums and guitar riffs, “Death And Dandruff” is a space voyage that feels very much like home. Midwest Delusions’ angelic vocals give off a euphoric sound that enrobes the listeners with aura morphing energy, and the laid-back nature of the song allows for multiple playbacks. “Death And Dandruff” will uplift you with its vibe and give you a safe place when non-stop thoughts run through your mind. This versatility makes the song a perfect playlist add-on. Shepherd by his incredible aptness to play various instruments and uncanny writing ability, Midwest Delusions quickly solidifies himself as a force in the industry. He finds himself in a niche that caters to a devoted fan base due to its emotional and thought-inducing essence. We are excited to witness the growth of Midwest Delusions in all aspects and encourage anyone looking for an escape to give his work a listen. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Midwest Delusions. We’re so happy to have you here with us. What can you tell us about the inspiration behind your single “Death And Dandruff?” Hey, thank you for having me, I appreciate it. With death and dandruff I was trying to capture that feeling of craving love, but being too exhausted to reach for it. Or like being buried alive and with your last breath you whisper to a love you used to have. How much importance do you put in allowing yourself to be emotionally open in your music? My music is very much self-exploratory, so I do find it important to be vulnerable. As someone who is naturally closed off, I use my songs as a way to spill my guts all over the place. What type of impact does creating music have on your personal life and growth? I don't know, but I like to do it haha. It keeps my mind busy, and as stressful as it can be, the satisfaction I get when a song comes together - there's nothing like it. What has been the best piece of advice you’ve been given on your career path so far? Good advice? I don't know if I've ever gotten any. I'm a bad listener though. I just try to keep moving. What's next for you? My album "Tentacle Grip" is out on November 19, so I'm preparing for that and also rehearsing with my live band for our return to playing shows. Instagram

With an extensive background in music and continuous love for the art that flourishes into her career, Annie Omalley took her attention to the lobby’s piano at the tender age of nine months old. From that moment, curiosity transitioned into delicate croons, and that unveiled itself to be part of her identity. Transporting honesty, emotion, and themes of self-reflection into the music that she creates, she aims to provide her audience with a product that is greater than herself and the talents she holds onto. Allowing us to take in the innovative sound she produces, as we feast on refreshing hues of exclusivity, her most recent single tiers down into brilliance that is Annie Omalley. “Chasing Clouds,” is gentle with its resonance, all while conveying a powerful sentiment that pushes your very being into a liberating quintessence. The up-and-coming artist considers her music to be a small percentage of the stories, thoughts, and ideas that circulate through her mind on a daily basis, and with “Chasing Clouds,” she ensures that basis is transpired. We had the chance to sit and chat with Annie Omalley on her artistry, and we encourage you to keep your eyes peeled for the BuzzMusic interview dropping shortly on our website. Instagram Twitter