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Seattle-based hip hop/r&b artist and singer-songwriter Multiszn releases one of the most romantic and passionate singles we've heard this year with "Way i want you to." The 17-year-old recording artist began creating music at 14 in hopes of making an impact on the world through his versatile and dynamic pieces. Having polished and reworked his sound over the past three years, Multiszn has now established his new age and melodic sound with help from inspirations like PnB Rock, XXXTENTACION, Trippie Redd, Juice WRLD, and DC The Don. Now releasing his most personal record to date entitled "Way i want you to," Multiszn can be heard expressing his love and devotion for someone who makes his world go round. His stylistic approach blurs the lines of r&b and melodic hip hop, allowing any listener to feel the passion and soul through each sonic and lyrical aspect of this hearty and romantic single. Listening to "Way i want you to," we're met with a soulful piano sample and haunting vocal chops that sweeten the sonic background. As Multiszn's layered vocal harmonies begin to drift through our speakers, he jumps into the first verse and expands on the limitless passion he holds for someone close to his heart. We can't get enough of the personal and heartfelt lyrical content that Multiszn has placed into this single, as it reminds us to hold our loved ones close and appreciate them with all we have. As Multiszn continues to pour his heart and soul through our speakers, he makes his way over to the lush outro alongside his serene and atmospheric sonic production. Experience the passion and love Multiszn has to offer with his latest heartfelt single, "Way i want you to," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Multiszn. We can't get enough of the limitless passion and desire you've placed into your recent single, "Way i want you to." What inspired this profoundly romantic and honest piece? Making this song was one of my most memorable recording sessions. I feel like I'll never forget the night I made this gem. I made it while I was pretty sick. I had the worst cough of my life. Because of that, it had been over a month since I had last been able to record music. My cough was showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon so on that night at around 10 pm I decided to just go for it. I knew it would really hurt my throat but I thought, "whatever, I'll just record something even if it turns out bad. I just want to record." After the first few vocal takes, I quickly realized something amazing. The constant coughing I had been doing opened up my throat so much that I was able to hit some crazy notes that I hadn't been able to even come close to hitting before. As soon as I realized that, I knew I had to fight through the pain and finish the song all the way through. I proceeded to work on the song with no break until it was done. 10 hours later I had made something special. What was your songwriting process like when expressing your love and devotion for "Way i want you to?" Was it easy for you to get your emotions across? Since I was able to sing some unusually high notes I knew I wanted to go with a passionate vibe. So for me, that was a love song. I've been in a happy relationship with this girl for 5 years, so the topics and lyrics came easy to me. They were an accurate representation of my feelings towards her at that very moment, so the lyrics are very authentic and convey very authentic emotions. I made sure the chorus was catchy and relatable so the listeners could really feel me. How did you go about creating this dense and powerfully passionate sonic atmosphere for "Way i want you to?" Did you work with any producers to help establish the song's vibe and feel? It really just came from the heart and the moment. I got the instrumental from one of my favorite producers and it perfectly fit the vibe I was inspired to create. Sonically one of my favorite pieces of the song is the background vocals. They create such a soothing, euphoric layer to the mix and really give the song an extra sparkle. Do you normally create such romantic and passionate songs like 'Way i want you to?" Or would you say that your discography is rather versatile and explorative? "Way i want you to" is a bit of a wildcard track for me. With my discography, I like to keep a similar sound throughout most releases, but then throw in something experimental every once in a while. I've experimented kind of a lot with R&B and kind of have my own way of doing it. It's not too similar to traditional R&B production-wise and my vocals are definitely more new-age sounding, but that makes it refreshing to listen to since it's something unique. I feel like it's an extremely well-done crossover between R&B and Hip-hop, with various components of each one. What did you want to make your audience feel after listening to "Way i want you to?" What thoughts or emotions did you want to evoke in the listener? I just wanted to capture the feeling of love. My vocals are delicate, yet passionate at the same time. I feel like love is the same way, it has a unique way of being a very strong yet gentle emotion. Everyone has experienced the love I feel, and it's a special feeling. My goal was to remind listeners of how it feels, and have them relate to it. Instagram Twitter

Amid a pandemic that went to reshape everything we know about the music industry and life itself, Angel and Jordan joined talents via social media. Both eager to delve into a new sound that the two believe the world has yet to hear, they agreed to join forces to make this work. Separated by the U.S and Canadian borders, Angel and Jordan have adapted to the times to bring forth their incomparable vision for their music, branding, fans, and the future of Dirty White Shoes, which keeps this band together. Taking their exclusive Pop sound the route of mildly acoustic riffs fusing with buoyant timbres, we get to feel a high octane performance come to life with vulnerability and an open mind. Dirty White Shoes brings this and more to the ears of their listeners in "Not Always Like This." Gently easing you into a soundscape that feels intimate the moment it touches down, delicate lyrics like, 'I know you have to go. I just don't wanna know. How it feels, how it feels, how it feels, to be all alone,' allow you to reflect on heartache and the struggles that can bring those caught up in the emotion. With the dynamics between the burgeoning instrumentation shed, and the carefully crafted words that come straight from the heart, you would think that Angel and Jordan are side by side in the creation process. Inflicting a spiral of our memories that are dug up from beneath the surface, it's incredibly apparent that Dirty White Shoes are masters at tugging heartstrings and making hits while they're at it. Their charisma shines through each musical note hit, and we know that it's only a matter of time before the world sees them for what they truly are: undeniably talented musicians. Ready and waiting for more deluxe collaborations, "Not Always Like This" will do the trick in keeping our emotions a well-oiled machine. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Dirty White Shoes. The feeling that "Not Always Like This" brings us is what we long for when listening to music. How has the process been working so far away from one another? That means a lot you guys say that you don't even know! We were excited to release this track because it showed a unique side of Dirty White Shoes! Not much has changed in our writing process, but our excitement for Not Always Like This was evident! Working so far away from one another has its challenges, but we found a writing process that works well for us. Although it was social media that brought you two together, how exactly did you stumble upon one another? Before Jordan and I started working together, I was already releasing a few tracks under Dirty White Shoes, and Jordan was releasing tracks as a solo artist. A friend of mine who knew of him encouraged me to reach out to see if Dirty White Shoes could maybe open up a show for him in Canada. So I slid into the dm's, and the rest is history, haha! Could you please take us into the deeper meaning weaved in "Not Always Like This"? What does this song mean to you, and what do you hope your audience pulls from it? Not Always Likes This starts with some relatable lyrics. I'm always so caught up" I'm always overthinking a situation even if it's nothing serious. "Too stubborn to say I'm sorry" how many of us can relate to being too stubborn to apologize after an argument? This song is about that back and forth battle we have within ourselves and how we can sometimes allow it to interfere in our relationships, but we know at the end of the day, we aren't always like this. How does a song like "Not Always Like This" speak to you both as individuals? What was the creative process like when reinforcing this vision into music? For me, it was about saying things out loud most people relate to but don't want to admit. Jordan wanted to make sure the track emphasized the lyrics and enjoyed the music to feel like this rollercoaster of emotions. What's next for you? We have been taken on the days as they come! We still got to finish a few tracks in the demo stages, but we want to also focus on our fan engagement and hang out. Whatever that looks like! We might also be doing a show in LA in December, so that's pretty exciting. We are ready for whatever the universe has in store, haha! Instagram

Emerging from the music scene as a promising up and comer, Collins Isco seasons the industry with a new flavor that brings a different frequency to the music that he creates. Hailing from Kumasi in Ghana, artist and songwriter Collins Isco continues to amass a fan base devoted to his artistry known as Isco Nation. This Kumasi boy adopts a multidimensional flow in Afro-pop, Hip-hop, and R&B, which has earned him television appearances to talk about his journey through the music industry and childhood upbringings in his hometown. Collaborating with Grammy-award nominated producers and artists, there are no signs of stopping for Collins Isco. The upbeat ambiance of his most recent single, “The One,” takes us into an intoxicating realm of vibrant tenors. Etching a compelling hue to the tropical vibrations across this sonic canvas, Collins Isco portrays an electrically charged tempo that’s heard in the textured croons he angelically offers to his listeners. With instrumentation that is fixated on conveying the rhythmic nature of the drum patterns, we’re drawn towards the multitude of complexities treasured throughout the musical elements in the production we breathe in. Drum rolls, golden horns, and vocal layers comprise the inimitable grooves that dominate this record and ultimately have us out of our seats, moving to the vibrant energy conveyed. Performing soothing timbres that graze through various components of desire, passion, and devotion, the soundscape of “The One” has us attentive to detailed lyrical motifs such as ‘I’ve been looking around the world girl, I say you’re the one for me.’ So it’s no surprise why Collins Isco has listeners gravitating towards his impressionable bodies of work. The thought and care placed behind each piece are apparent in the melodies that freely flow to our ears. Making his genre-blending sound radiate in the warmth of Afro Pop and R&B, “The One” has cemented our thoughts of Collins Isco being the one to take the crown. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Collins Isco, and congratulations on the release of "The One." With such buoyant energy conveyed throughout this record, we have to ask: what inspired the lyrics in this particular track? Thank you, thank you! It's a pleasure. The lyrics in "The One" were inspired by the vibes I was having with the woman I've been close with for some time now. ‘Cos we just happened to be soulfully connecting in the zone as usual...just pure Isco vibes and nothing else, you know... Do you tend to write from a place of personal experience? Do you find that when you choose to do so, you write in the moment of these events or after the fact? Always. My lyrics mean so much to me. I could say even more to me that it means to Isco Nation, and not to say I don't appreciate them or anything; of course, they're my everything! But it's because what I go through or experience is what I can make songs about. There are times when I record songs, and if I'm not feeling it then it's never getting dropped. Because it has to mean so much to me before I let the world experience the vibrations too, that's what I'm about, and I guess that's why it's easier for people to relate to my sound. Could you please take us into what the creative process of "The One" looked like when bringing this vision to life? It was smooth, actually. We hit up the engineer at the studio the evening before and we went straight into the zone the following afternoon. It didn't take that much longer to record cos I knew exactly how I wanted it to sound in mind before bringing it into life and shout out to the sound engineer ‘cos I was actually late in traffic on my way to the studio, but he was amazingly professional and was patient with his work too. How does it feel to have this piece out into the world? What has been your biggest takeaway from this release? Oh my, it feels great! Considering the positive reviews, it has been getting so far. I knew I had teased the song earlier this year and had Isco Nation wondering when it's finally getting released, but God being so good, everything seems to work well at the perfect timing, and I believe it was meant to be released at the perfect time. That's been my biggest takeaway, like not to rush and do anything in life just because you think and feel you're behind or anything. But yeah, I'm glad the people love it and are vibing to it. All Glory be to God. What's next for you? Ahh..yes!. more vibes are definitely on the way cos I promised not to keep the supporters waiting for long but yeah, more sounds, more visuals, just more sounds! ‘Cos I've been writing lately, and it's just a matter of time I step in my zone and get them all recorded. Also, have some surprise features in the works with a couple of international artists and some big Ghanaian artists in the industry...I don't want to say much for now... but I know there'll be some worthy surprises. Instagram Facebook

When Tracy Young began her career in club music, she didn’t give much thought to how male-dominated the field was. From becoming the first woman to win Best Remixed Recording since the category’s inception in 1998, the GRAMMY award-winning music producer has been hard at work creating a medley of new productions this fall including a dance anthem she wrote and produced with British pop star and actor Duncan James, and two singles she wrote and produced with Debbie Gibson. Taking our attention to the brilliantly remixed, revised, and revisited masterpiece of Country sensation Reba’s popular song “Turn On The Radio,” we hear Tracy Young adding a club-inspired flair that keeps the grooves infectious, and the volume high. Through the buoyantly composed soundscape that encourages listeners far and wide to feel the nostalgia that trickle from the rhythmic bassline, and tightly knit mechanical drum patterns, we eagerly grasp onto the creative genius that is infused to the melodic ray of light. Using components that complement the original croons that are beautifully portrayed by a smoldering vocal custom to someone like Reba, the enhancement of this Pop fueled anthem brings something new to the table. It’s the attention to detail that makes it so we can’t shake this tune out of our heads. Whisking us into higher vibrations that feed off of the lively energy that’s portrayed in “Turn On The Radio,” the main question we’re asking is: how did this not come out any sooner? We understand that great things take time, and there’s a reason the ever-so-talented Tracy Young has a Grammy under her belt. Trusting her with the burgeoning process that surrounds intoxicating bops, we have to admit that we’re here for it. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic Tracy Young. We absolutely adore the creativity that went into the likes of “Turn On The Radio (Tracy Young Remix).” What inspired you to take this song and season it the way you did? I feel that we need to explore remixing country music and have always wanted to work with country artists! It’s such a huge genre of music & I love the songs and the writing songwriting. I was immediately inspired when the opportunity was presented to remix "Turn On The Radio” for Reba McEntire. I wanted to keep the integrity of the original song and create an energetic dance floor smash! Do you follow a similar recipe to every song that you remix? How about when you create originals? We would love for you to share a glimpse into that process. When approaching a remix there is already a skeleton that embodies the idea. The melody is already part of the song so it guides the idea for me. I am new to writing original music and starting from scratch. I recently released, "Doin Enough” by Duncan James on my label, Ferosh Records, and collaborated with Debbie Gibson on two songs for her. The first single is called from her new album called The Body Remembers is called "One Step Closer.” This all came together during the lockdown and I sent an instrumental idea to her that inspired her. After that initial interaction, we went back and forth and completed the song and which led to another collaboration called “Love Don’t Care”. On top of the many other projects you’re releasing this fall, what’s the significance of everything coming out? I love the creative space I am in at the moment and working on original music. Ferosh Records is my record label and am working on releasing and finding new and upcoming talent to work with. As mentioned, I recently released, “Doin Enough” by Duncan James and myself, and have a new original track scheduled for release next month called “Distraction” featuring NonChalant. Ferosh Records is also growing and searching for new music talent. We have released a few tracks by The Young Collective and JEI, Ceevox, and TomorrowNow! So I am excited the label is growing. What is something that your fan base doesn’t know about you as a producer that you would like them to know? I started my music career as a HIP HOP, open format D.J. at a radio station in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. I absorbed all the experiences while working there and the education was priceless. It shaped me as a producer, DJ, and provided a huge foundation on how the music business operates. I also relocated to Miami, Florida 24 years ago for a job as southeast regional promotion for Interscope, Records. DJing became my full-time career focus after Universal merged with Seagrams and I was a casualty. Thank God because who knows where I would be now. What's next for you? Just looking forward to exploring new opportunities and other creative challenges such as film, animated movies, an autobiography. None of us would have survived the pandemic without music and now have another outlet to share my live sets by streaming on Twitch, www.twitch.tv/tracyyoung This has provided a way to share and create a virtual dancefloor no matter where a listener is in the WORLD. It's amazing to meet music lovers and creators, from countries around the globe. I also am working on new music remixes and originals constantly and while the effects of the pandemic linger, working on integrating my live DJ gigs. I have a new merchandise line available on www.tracyyoung.com/shop so check that out, and feel incredibly grateful, and humble to still be doing this after all these years! Instagram Facebook

Singer-songwriter, Maro DēLo, lives his passion for composing melodic stories by creating songs that rally his audience and give them a sense of belonging. Touching on various aspects of life that lonely souls usually ponder, Maro DēLo aims to provide his fanbase a safe space where they can feel heard and understood. Working alongside Grammy-nominated producer David Ivory, Maro DēLo lends his beautiful voice and storytelling ability to the creation of his latest ballad "Tangled." Combating the societal need to be in a relationship, for the sake of being in a relationship, Maro DēLo faces the challenging truth that everything has a time and place. Unapologetically done with the drama of a love affair that has catered no benefits to his growth, he kisses goodbye to a toxic connection that he once thought would be a happy ever after. Maro DēLo's soft yet far-reaching voice performs exceptionally with the powerful strumming of the acoustic guitar. An empowering and alleviating song, "Tangled," gives the audience a burst of energy and the sense of an emotional breakthrough. A perfect listen during a nice sunny drive along with the coast or on a road trip, "Tangled" delegates a feeling of unabated freedom. It's inarguable that Maro DēLo delivers his sentiments to his fans with a marksman-like precision. Maro DēLo's sound has everlasting durability and will, without a doubt, expand over many eras. In addition to his musical journey, Maro DēLo has been pursuing a career in acting and modeling, giving him a trifecta of domains to thrive in and conquer. With five additional songs set for release in 2021-22, we are enraptured by his ventures and where they will take him in the years to come. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Maro DēLo. We’re thrilled to have you here and chat with us about this track. How has it been working with such a revered producer like David Ivory? My experience working with David Ivory has been nothing but an absolute dream! He’s ridiculously talented, crazy smart, and continues to blow my mind every time we crackdown in the studio. David believes in producing an artist's songs without changing them, he elevates them. There is no ego involved in his work or mine for that matter; we leave it at the door because that’s how we operate. He sees me as his equal. That’s just another aspect of what makes our artist-producer relationship so magical. We speak the same work language and we don’t minimize each other or our abilities. All of that combined creates an “effortless” experience. The only flow that we generate is 100% natural! What was your inspiration for creating a song so rich in an ambiance like your hit “Tangled?” The inspiration for Tangleds’ instrumentation came about when I first started writing the lyrics. I wanted to tell the story of getting rid of a toxic relationship without making it sound so dark. So, I decided to open up the song on a catchy intro hook, stay in a major key, and keep the lyrics clean while only using real instruments as well. On top of that, I made sure to keep it sounding upbeat all throughout the recording, even going double-time in the bridge and last chorus to empower a sense of “I never needed you in the first place” to the listeners. How much life experience and personal emotions do you tend to put into the storytelling you share with your audience? When incorporating real-life events/stories into songs, it really depends on what type of story you’re aiming to convey. Let’s use “Tangled” as an example. The story: freeing yourself from a toxic relationship and eventually learning to not care about it anymore. The objective: show the listener that they don’t need or deserve to deal with the level of drama their significant other created in their life. Do I need to talk about what specific events happened between me and the person I was in this relationship with all that time ago? No. As a matter of fact, I shouldn’t! Then, it becomes MY story, not OUR story. My goal as a songwriter is to say just enough about my own experiences within my lyrics, and then express that story through melody, inflection, and authenticity so that the listeners have enough room to fill in the gaps with their own interpretation of what my song means to them. The mindset I have behind every song to reach people is: tell stories that not only YOU want to tell, but that others WANT or NEED to hear in a way that makes sense to them personally. What would be your direct message to fans that struggle with letting go and moving on? Trust me, I’ve been in that dark place: you feel like you and/or the world will never be the same without what you’ve just lost. While there may be no specific or “right” answer to this question, my biggest piece of advice to offer about letting go is strictly focusing on your own happiness, success, and what you’ve learned from the experience(s) you’ve had. Like Steve Harvey once said, “Your rearview mirror is your past. If you only focus on that, you will crash. Your windshield is your future. If you just keep looking ahead, your past will disappear over the horizon.” What's next for you? Currently, I am not only back in the studio with David, but also working on shooting/editing music videos. I am also in the process of lining up local and out-of-town gigs! Instagram Facebook

If you looked up multifaceted in the dictionary, a photo of Greg Amici would reside right beside the definition. The multi-talented musician, writer, and actor return to an eager audience with the release of his latest single, "Greenwood." Recruiting a team of talented individuals to help bring the vision of "Greenwood" to fruition, we get to hear the sonic delicacy of Greg Amici (lead vocals), James Mastro (guitars, piano, backing vocals), Joe August Gentile (backing vocals), Renee LoBue (backing vocals), and Ray Ketchem (drums, percussion), all depicting raw talent within this single. Dousing us in an eclectic fusion of classic rock in the new age, we appreciate the heart and soul that's poured into such a descriptive track. Chugging guitar riffs add a propelling charisma to the colossal foundation already cemented by the boisterous drum patterns and ambient backing croons. Hearing Greg Amici's timbres come pouring in with an unapologetic presentation of grit, the character that's laced into "Greenwood" makes it an unforgettable song that you'll want to introduce the repeat button to. Delving deep into the sector of his imagination which combines life experience with storytelling creativity, "Greenwood" was crafted by Greg Amici after a trip to the Greenwood Cemetery back in the 90s. Visiting a place where many famous New York faces, including a vast amount of mobsters, presently lay to rest, it was a stroll amongst a particular tombstone that brought the ultimate vision of this song to life. Taking to his inimitable creations and his ability to weave a tale so chalked full of details you would think that the man Greg Amici is singing about was his friend, we can always count on the fresh take of this rocker to get you out of your seat and tunneled into your mind. Congratulations on the release of your latest single, "Greenwood." With such a unique storyline laced into the musical foundation, we have to know: do you always take these types of experiences and let your music unfold that way? Thanks. Yeah, I pretty much do. But it's all imagination. I'm not the protagonist in the story. I saw a picture of this Saturday Night Fever-kind-of-guy embossed on his gravestone. I just imagined what his story might have been and how he wound up entombed at such a young age. What made this experience so memorable that you wanted to craft a single about it? What do you want this song to say about you as a creative person? Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery is an incredibly beautiful resting place. I was walking around on a crisp, sunny afternoon, strolling through the beautiful red, orange, and yellow-leaved trees that surrounded a shimmering pond. I sat on a bench and stared at the raft of ducks quacking and flapping in the water. It was glorious in a way, but I was going through a bout of depression, so the palette morphed to black and white. And as the afternoon wore on, it became very chilly. I passed the Travolta-guy's tomb and contemplated his demise. That was the genesis of "Greenwood." Creatively, I supposed it indicates a dark side that I'm pretty good at channeling. How was it working with the excellent team that brought "Greenwood" to the ears of the public? How did you all come to collaborate? I wrote the song years ago but never had a satisfactory recording of it. It was a traditional rock song structure with a '70's glitter rock vibe. Last year, I played it for Jim Mastro (my producer), and he dug it. He really brought out the glitter. Working with him and the usual guys (Tony Shanahan, Ray Ketchem, Joe Gentile, and Renee LoBue) gives me great joy. What's your mission statement as an artist? I don't know, to write great songs? Be better each time out? My real mission should be to promote my fucking material. That I'm not so good with. That needs improvement, whether I like it or not. What's next for you? We're working on a follow-up album to "Tragicomic." And I want to get back to gigging. That's the best way to promote my material, isn't it? Instagram Facebook

The Tampa-based r&b recording artist, producer, and singer-songwriter Danté Most is one of the most promising acts on the rise; no better way to prove this than his latest single and music video entitled "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)." Just over a year since releasing his debut single, "Matrix," Danté Most has been hard at work refining and sharpening his craft to reflect all that he is and stands for. The music he creates nestles in the arms of atmospheric and heartfelt r&b, centered around themes of the past, lost love, and attempting to navigate your way through emotional and turbulent scenarios. Now teaming up with German producer Kingyyume and Canadian rapper/songwriter YNG REO for his latest single, "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)," Danté Most also released a brilliant animated music video to emphasize the song's emotion and passion. Hitting play on the single, "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)," the song takes off with Kingyyume's breathtaking production and vocal chops that set the song's atmospheric, saddened, and emotional tone. As Danté Most's sonically delicious and smooth vocals make their way in, he begins to take us through the trials and tribulations of a breakup while reminiscing on someone's tender love and care. About halfway through the song, YNG REO's low and calming vocals pour through our speakers with poise and composure while his delicate flow touches on his love and devotion for someone special. All in all, the collaboration between Danté Most, YNG REO, and Kingyyume is like no other; each artist brings a unique characteristic to keep us locked into the song's mesmerizing experience. Catch Danté Most's latest single, "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)," on all digital streaming platforms, and watch the song's music video on YouTube. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic Danté Most. What a moving and emotional single you've released with "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)." What inspired you to create this deeply passionate and honest single? I got in my car and started driving around Tampa, late at night and freestyled the chorus until I caught a vibe. The rest of my contribution was effortless and manifested with ease. My lyrics definitely came from a real place and hold many truths. That has been synonymous with the majority of my songs to date. I always seem to tap into a primal place in my heart that I can’t deny being anything other than my soul. Hopes. Fears. Lust. Intrusive thoughts. They all play a huge part in my songwriting, which I’m oddly grateful for. How did your collaboration with YNG REO and Kingyyume come about for "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)?" Is this your first time working with these artists? Yes. This is my first song with a feature as well as my first time holding a co-producer/executive producer role. YNG REO dm’d me on Instagram and literally said “Let’s work.” I didn’t know who he was at all, but I checked out his released music and knew he had crazy talent. I sent him 2 beats I made, and he picked the one for “Like You Did.” I discovered Kingyyume on the app “Clubhouse”. We were in a room where you could showcase anything you desired, and he chose to share his samples. They were fire, to say the least. Kingyyume creates unique samples and sounds that embody a lot of natural elements. I flipped his sample and it turned bright reflections into a moody escape that triggered so many emotions and memories. Is it easy for you to be so vulnerable when writing your emotional and sentimental lyricism for "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)?” What was the hardest part of that process? I decided to be honest with myself a long time ago. It has helped me to become a purpose-built human being and artist. It’s not always easy to tap into my emotions but I believe listening to your heart can create channels for creativity and fulfillment. The hardest part for me is streamlining my thoughts. They can go everywhere. I must be very intentional about what I choose to say because I have to live with these expressions for the rest of my life. Could you expand on our music video for "Like You Did (feat. YNG REO)"? Why did you choose to go for this atmospheric animation? I reached out to Trendsetta Trev and told him the theme is reminiscence. He was able to touch on many aspects of wishful thinking. Taking ownership. Calling out flaws and mistakes. These are the moments of the past that transpired into a new perception, full of responsibility and grace. I really wanted there to be no choice but to immerse. Instagram Twitter

One of the hottest hip-hop acts to grace our speakers is back and better than ever; George Khouri returns to enlighten us on hip-hop's future with his latest banger, "GHOST." Heavily inspired by the likes of Tupac and Wiz Khalifa, George Khouri incorporated the vibes and approaches of these artists into his early introspective tracks that saw vast rotation from radio stations in the DMV. Khouri's dedication to his craft is limitless; he has a hard drive packed with over 300 songs and has even shared the stage with powerhouse acts like Immortal Technique. Now releasing his conceptual and groovy bop, "GHOST," the track even features a lively introduction from none other than Busta Rhymes, who clearly couldn't be more thrilled to introduce such a sought-after act like George Khouri. He also released a music video for the track, which follows Khouri around eerie alleys with shots of Ouija boards and incredible editing to help get his message across. Listening to the single, "GHOST," the track opens with Busta Rhymes giving big ups to his boy George Khouri and making room for his attention-commanding performance. As Khouri steps in alongside the haunting and heavy hip-hop beat, he jumps into his rhythmic and conceptual bars surrounding how hip-hop isn't dead; it just went "GHOST." There's something about Khouri's performance and vocal tone that leave us at the edge of our seats; his low and mysterious delivery is nothing but alluring. To round it out, the punchy and powerful sonics offer a similarly eerie and intense feel to up the song's vibe and let us focus on Khouri's powerhouse performance. Do yourself a favor and introduce yourself to George Khouri's latest hit, "GHOST," now available on YouTube and all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome back to BuzzMusic, George. We love the intensity and power of your latest conceptual single, "GHOST." What inspired you to write a track about how hip-hop isn't dead, but instead, it went ghost? Thanks for the warm welcome back! It’s always a pleasure to speak with BuzzMusic! Hip Hop was my first love. One of my lines in GHOST is, “Never been in love before but Hip Hop lives in my heart.” Many people say that Hip Hop is dead; but my take on it is that it isn’t dead, it’s just evolved! Just like you can’t kill a GHOST, you can’t kill Hip Hop! It will live forever. My initial idea for the song came from a poster I had hanging on my wall when I was a kid. It was a drawing of all the best rappers combined together. GHOST is my musical interpretation of that poster! As they say, art inspires art! How did you manage to get Busta Rhymes to give you a solid introduction for your single "GHOST?” How did that process go about? I shouted out Busta in the pre-hook of my song: “Bustin’ a Rhyme, Flippin’ the Mode!” So I hit him up about it and he showed me, love, by blessing me with an intro and an outro. Fans have told me that they love the tone he sets for the song. Busta is undeniably a GOAT Emcee and one of the best performers to ever do it. Did you create the punchy and intense production for "GHOST?” Or did you work with any other producers to help navigate the vibe and atmosphere of the sonics? Big props to Drey Skonie! He composed the instrumental for GHOST. The second I heard the beat, I knew it was the perfect fit for my concept. Not only does it have a golden era Hip Hop sound to it, but it also has a haunting vibe that’s perfect for a ghost-themed song. Just in time for Halloween! How does your music video for "GHOST" emphasize the message you rap about? How do the video's scenes add to the story? The music video emphasizes my message in GHOST by showing visuals of the great Emcees I’m rapping about as I’m “summoning them” on my Ouija Board. There is a projector screen behind me as I am delivering my lines. My favorite part is of course when the image of Busta Rhymes pops up on the screen towards the end of the video. What did you want the listener to take away from your bars in "GHOST?” What did you want to make them think and feel? The number one thing I want the listener to take away from my bars in GHOST is that we all need to pay homage to the Hip Hop legends and all they’ve done. Their contributions to the game cannot be forgotten. Without them, we wouldn’t have the incredible genre that we all enjoy today. That’s why I’ve become such a huge fan of VERZUZ. What's next for you? I have an unreleased album that I created about six months ago, but I keep pushing the release date back so I can work on it more. I feel like I can relate to Ye! Don’t know exactly when it will drop, but that’s what’s next for me. The bars are set high because my last album, Lucky 7, debuted at number 20 on the Top 100 iTunes Pop Charts. Instagram Facebook

Making the big move out to none other than the bustling scene of Nashville, TN, is pop-influenced solo artist Christina Nini. Music has always been a fundamental part of Christina Nini's life. Yet, she still garnered a grander appreciation for it once she soaked up all the magical elements that Nashville offers. As an emerging artist, Christina Nini already has a string of singles under her belt, which proved her sound to be more flavourful and elaborate than anticipated. The latest appearance from Christina Nini includes her exclusive interview and video performance at The Dunkin Latte Lounge. She explains the surrealness surrounding her music career and the passion it took to get her where she is today. The interview is an excellent opportunity to understand Christina Nini and her artistic mind more elaborately. Once you hit around the 15-minute mark, Christina Nivi gives a live performance of her single "Birthday" as well as "What It Feels Like." Together, the two songs offer a similar goosebump-worthy ambiance, mainly due to her explosive and intricate vocal range. Getting lost in the voice of Christina Nini may happen more frequently than you'd think, so prepare yourself for marvelous, daydream hypnosis upon listening to "Birthday" and "What It Feels Like." Both singles are backed by incredibly melodic, harmonious productions that are rooted in piano rhythms. The underlying beat blends nicely into the emotionally affecting narratives that the two songs host, especially since they play into one another. "Birthday" includes a heartbreaking plea from Christina Nini, where she sings about the realities of lost love and the painful realizations when they're no longer there. Christina Nini dives explicitly into the painful reality check she endured once realizing that a past love wouldn't even reach out to her on her birthday, and immediately upon hearing the narrative, one can understand the connection Christina Nini had with this particular person. On the other hand, "What It Feels Like" seems to be the next step in her thinking process, where she sings about the relief she experiences in knowing a past love wasn't the right one for her. The emotional and physical comfort that she feels is emulated well through her vocal tonalities and emotional expressions, which is why we appreciated her video performance. We got to see her perform her work in an impactful way truly. Christina Nini's special on The Dunkin Latte Lounge is not one to miss, as this pop-inspired music star is well on her way to success, and she proves it with her "Birthday" and "What It Feels Like" performances. Welcome to BuzzMusic Christina Nini, and congratulations on your performance at The Dunkin Latte Lounge. How was your experience performing on the show? How did you feel after the interview? Thank you! It still feels kind of surreal to think I interviewed with Z100. I grew up in New Jersey, so I've been listening to this radio station for as long as I can remember. All my favorite artists have played on Z100, so to think that I could even perform in their Dunkin Latte Lounge is the most incredible feeling ever. I felt super proud after the interview! It was my first time being interviewed in person by a legitimate radio station, so afterward, I felt pretty proud of myself. I performed an acoustic set of "Birthday" and "What It Feels Like" after the interview portion. Both songs were live and done in one take. "Birthday" and "What It Feels Like" are two incredibly moving songs. The emotion that's felt from both is very potent! Can you share more on the inspiration behind the two tracks and their narratives? Thank you! I wrote Birthday and What It Feels Like during the same time period, so it's kind of weird that they both have entirely different messages HA. Birthday is about mourning a breakup, while What It Feels Like is about getting the confidence to leave that relationship. What It Feels Like was the first song I wrote when I decided to put out this project—I had been writing so many sad breakup songs and finally was like, "ok, time to switch up the narrative." I'm glad I did because I think it has a super empowering message behind it. It's all about balance! Birthday is probably the most personal song I've released thus far. The whole concept about not getting a call on your birthday is kind of a metaphor–– even though I know a lot of people feel this way (including myself), but at that moment, it felt like the world was collapsing. Looking back, I have so much more perspective on that experience, but I think the song captures everything I was feeling during that time. Making your big move to Nashville not too long ago, how do you feel being immersed in the music scene there today? How does it compare to the music scene you experienced in New Jersey? I am so happy I made a move to Nashville! Nashville is quite literally called Music City, so I don't think I could be in a better place pursuing my artistry. Growing up in New Jersey, there wasn't a progressive music scene. The biggest music scene I was immersed in there was in high school, being involved in choir, jazz band, acapella, etc… so when I finally made it to Nashville, I felt like I had finally made it into the "real music world" where people were doing it for a living, not just a hobby. Will your future music hone into a similar story that was told in "Birthday" and "What It Feels Like?" I think a lot of the backstory in Birthday and What It Feels Like will come with me as I write more and more music. The history and experiences will never go away, but I like to think as I write more I'll expand my storytelling. One thing I'm trying to work on is to write more about life. I have a song coming out in early 2022 that I'm SUPER excited for because it's the first song I've written that's not about a boy or relationship–– it's about change and nostalgia and all those things that go through your head day today. It was important for me to process all those feelings (especially when I was writing it during covid), and I'm so excited for everyone else to resonate with it. What's next for you? I am putting out more music! My goal over the next year is to write as much as possible and have a handful of songs I can sift through and eventually put out. I'm always trying to be as authentic as I can for my listeners–– if I'm going through something, I'm going to let them know! I'd also love to play some shows in the near future. Instagram

With a passion for rapping and singing beginning at the age of twelve, Chicago’s very own NLU MARU is a new face for the rap scene to take in. Astounding wordplay, vivid symbolism, and harmonious tunes capture the essence of the 21-year-old as his influences derive from acts such as J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and G Herbo to name a few. Playing into the fact that he is the epitome of never taking his foot off the gas, NLU MARU exhibits this perseverance in his most recent EP, “Birds of the Wilderness.” Catching our attention with a particular song hailing from the four-song project, “Change” has our anticipation heightened, and our appetite ready to consume the lyrical feast that NLU MARU prepares with uttermost care. As the instrumentation sweeps the soundwaves in an exhilarating field, chalked full of triumphant crests and basins, there’s a victorious nature that is etched into the production right off the bat. Taking this moment to raise the bar, and let us peek into his kaleidoscope of emotions that drive the ambitious rapper, we get to hear the vivacious lyrical motifs of “Change” making their mark on our very being. ‘I ain’t never gone change. Act strange when they get a piece of change,’ are the words that sit with us the most throughout this self-assured piece. Knowing who he is as a person and artist, NLU MARU drives home the fact that will never forget his roots on the come-up to success. Embodying the signature hunger, and skill set that all great emcees carry with them, NLU MARU takes us into his world with the belief that he will make it at all costs. Welcome to BuzzMusic, NLU MARU, and congratulations on releasing your four-track project, 'Birds of the Wilderness.' To you, what makes "Change" the standout track from the collection? What does this record mean to you? Thank you! Change is a standout track because it's a banger with a message behind it, from the 808s to the chorus to the rhyme scheme. This record means so much to me because it comes from a place of experience & knowledge. The flow of this project sits so well on the ears. Are there any songs that didn't make it to the EP that you wish did? What determined the current tracklist that we hear? There is one song that I wish was on the EP and it's called, "Blame The Internet." The song is about how social media/technology ruined the social aspect of life. The narrative & my emotions are what determine the current tracklist. What do you hope your audience can take away from the messaging you bring forth in "Change?" What did you take away from the creation of this song? What I want my audience to take away from my track "Change" is always to stay authentic & be themselves. Never be something you're not or alter yourself for others. What I took away from the track "Change" was to keep working & applying pressure musically. What happens to be your proudest career moment to date? Why? The proudest moment in my career to date was when I dropped 'Birds Of The Wilderness' because I'm telling how it is in "The Wilderness" while spreading various pivotal messages. What's next for you, NLU MARU? I'm dropping soon. Stay Tuned! & Stream 'Birds Of The Wilderness' on all Platforms. Instagram Twitter