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Toronto-based singer-songwriter and alternative artist Marlon Chaplin highlights the inspirational tune "Try" off his recent 12-track album, 'Synestalgia.' Marlon Chaplin first delved into the industry with his former Brit-Pop-inspired band Broken Bricks, who landed festival spots with the Arkells, on NOW Magazine's "Top 25 Acts You Gotta See at NXNE 2011," and a sync placement in Degrassi: The Next Generation. Since then, Chaplin embarked on his solo career, toured NYC/Toronto, and brought home a loyal fanbase. The industrious and self-sufficient recording artist recently signed a deal with Canadian artist development company Nu Music Group. He's also dropped the dynamic and electronic-infused 12-track album, 'Synestalgia,' which graced our speakers with vast psychedelic atmospheres and an affinity to orchestral rock. We've decided to expand on our favorite track coming in at spot number two, "Try." Listening to "Try," the venture begins with twinkling keyboard melodies that soak our speakers in a bright radiance while a dizzying synth melody floats in from the background. As the melodic electric guitar begins to fade in, Marlon Chaplin drops us into the song's upbeat verse, where his soft and dazed vocals grace our ears with nothing but passion and poise. As he makes his way to the hook, Chaplin encourages us to break our intrusive trains of thought and overcome those obstacles that continue to weigh us down. We adore the hints to rock that Chaplin has included into this single, not to mention the bold and chilling electronic arrangements that offer similarities to the complex stylings of Kevin Parker. Find the inspirational and groovy single, "Try," on all digital streaming platforms, and listen to Marlon Chaplin's recent 12-track album, 'Synestalgia,' while you're at it. Welcome to BuzzMusic Marlon Chaplin, and congratulations on releasing your 12-track album, 'Synestalgia.' What inspired you to release this dynamic project? The album's producer, Ewan Kay, pitched me the idea. We'd worked previously on two singles of mine. After those were released, he sat me down at a coffee shop in the Roncesvalles Village area of Toronto and explained his idea to write a whole album essentially from scratch he would produce. Until then, I'd self-produced. So it was an exercise in letting go of control. But I could only do that with someone I trust deeply. Were there any particular experiences that inspired you to write "Try," a song about overcoming obstacles and trying your best? It's probably the most existential song I've written. Without painting too vivid of a picture, it touches on the dichotomy I feel about human existence; we're in many ways machines, programmed to behave and act in specific ways - destined to repeat Darwinian patterns with the great mystery of "why?" The song is about the relationship to the other side of the coin, a more ethereal spirituality—an escape from that Matrix. The "try" element is about marrying the two and finding a balance to keep pushing forward and growing. But no, no particular experiences. Just my dreams. Why did you choose to place "Try" at the beginning of your album, 'Synestalgia?' Does the album's track placement enhance the story or concept told throughout the record? Ewan was pushing for "Try" to be the first whole track on the album (after the introduction piece), and it just made sense to me. There's a refreshing quality to it. It feels like a deep breath on a summer day in some alternate dimension. I get a similar feeling from "Band On The Run" being at the front of that record. "Try" could be looked at as an indicator of what's to come. It sort of fuses together all the vibes hit on the record into one tune. What did you want your audience to take away from the single "Try?" What did you want to leave them with? I've always held the opinion that whatever my audience gets from any of my songs is correct. It never fails to astound me some of the interpretations fans come up with while listening to my work, which should be no different. However, it moves and hits you is correct. But it has some twists and turns; it's sort of a trip. There's light and dark to it. Ultimately though, I'd like for listeners to immerse themselves in its world. The same goes for' Synestalgia' as a whole. Since you went solo, how have you built your brand to represent what you stand for? What should we know about who you are and how you reflect that in your music? I'm never going to emulate trends for the sake of it. I can be equally influenced by something that came out yesterday or an obscure 45 from the 50's I found in the free bin. I'll always be in a state of growth and evolution. My favorite artists usually are, if you track their careers. I'm always striving for timelessness, something that connects on a gut level. I also respect my audience; I believe in challenging them. I want my music to be great and accessible, but I think many people are tired of that red-lined grocery store, by-the-numbers top 40 energy. There's some fantastic pop music out here at the moment, but humans are complex, and the greatest art tends to reflect that. I want to live there. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Mumbai, India, singer-songwriter and versatile recording artist Ambarish releases a hopeful and optimistic single entitled "City Lights." Influenced by a wide array of genres like blues, funk, alternative rock, and other similar sounds, Ambarish's main inspirations stem from acts like Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, BB King, Indian classical veteran Shankar Mahadevan, and more. After discovering his passion for music during his time at university, Ambarish quickly became enamored by the energy and of his audiences and their passion for live music. Recently releasing his refreshing and feel-good single "City Lights," Ambarish offers a sweet and heartfelt performance while allowing any listener to relate to his genuine lyricism. While swooning our speakers with his mid-tempo reggae/funk instrumentals, Ambarish leaves us motivated to be on the search for a better and brighter day. Jumping into "City Lights," the song peacefully opens with a warm Afro-Caribbean drum arrangement and reggae-inspired guitar melodies that drift through our speakers like a warm embrace. As Ambarish makes his gentle and melodic vocal appearance, he sweetly serenades us with his beautiful stylings while basking in the city lights that get him through his dark and gloomy nights. As we move into the hook, Ambarish opens his heart and explains how he craves love, freedom, sunshine, and better days while relying on the city lights to help steer him in the right direction. As the lush and soothing instrumentals lead us to the song's end, Ambarish leaves us with a bounty of hope for a better day. Catch Ambarish's heartfelt and hopeful single "City Lights" on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Ambarish. What a heartfelt and genuine listening experience you've provided with your latest single, "City Lights." What inspired you to create a song about relying on the city lights to help get you through the night? Thank you so much! The inspiration came from life. The song was initially co-written by one of my bandmates and me from my first band in India. But it was half done. Moving on a couple of years, I was in LA, working through some challenging times. During this time, I started going for long walks because it gave me time to heal. During one of these evening walks, I had a moment where I realized how the people surrounded by the lights of the city, who were ending their day and seemed tired, were waiting to go home and rest. And it gave me an understanding of my situation at that time. I was taking time to heal because I was broken and tired. That was my resting phase. And just like the people on the streets were looking forward to the next day, I had some hope to see the light again. That moment reminded me of this song, and then I went ahead and finished the lyrics of the music and started bringing it to life. What inspired the song's reggae instrumentals for "City Lights?" Why did you want to give the song this underlying groovy edge? I wanted a chill vibe for the song as it is pretty straightforward. The song was originally composed as a Rock Ballad but I wanted to induce a sense of calm as well as a groove that people can move to. Reggae seemed to do justice to the vibe I was looking for. Did you work with any producers or musicians when creating "City Lights?" Who helped bring your ideas to life? Yes, I collaborated with a couple of musicians on the song. LA-based Brazilian guitarist Gustavo Chaise played the solo and lead guitar parts, while London-based Indian bassist Harry Mathew played bass. LA-based drummer Blair Shotts did a fantastic job on the drums and percussions, and Jeffrey Alan, based out of LA, played the keys. I did the rhythm guitars and vocals. The instruments were recorded in LA, the vocals in Mumbai. What do you want your audience to feel and think after listening to "City Lights?" What emotions or thoughts do you want to evoke with this piece? That's a great question! I want them to feel refreshed and hopeful after listening to the song. As far as the lyrics are concerned, I think I'll leave it up to them to interpret it in the way they can best relate to the song. I want to personally make the audience enjoy the music a lot. I hope it makes them happy and maybe a little curious to dig deeper into what the song is about if they haven't figured that out yet. What's next for you? I have my third single on the line for release by the end of this year. There's an element of surprise to it, which I'm excited for the people to hear. I've also been conceptualizing another project for a while now, which hopefully will be out by next year. All I can say about this project right now is that I'm really looking forward to it and can't wait for you to hear it. Instagram Facebook

From Barcelona to New York, songwriter, fusion artist, and multi-instrumentalist Albert Alabedra release his inspirational and eco-friendly single, "Save the Bees and Manatees." The classically trained guitarist knows his way around various genres and sounds; his versatile discography has allowed him to create a unique "fusion" sound he calls his own. After moving to New York, Alabedra landed his music in iconic venues and notable festivals like the Flamenco Fusion Festival, the five editions of the Harlem Eat up Festival, the New York Ethnic Music Festival, and the NYC Multicultural Fest. Recently releasing his collaboration EP, "Wood Wide Web," the project takes listeners through the importance of protecting our wildlife and ecosystems alongside various other artists that bring the EP to life. Highlighting the fourth track, "Save The Bees and Manatees," Albert Alabedra is accompanied by the stylings of Aisha Fay, Bob DiGiacomo, and Xianix Barrera to deliver an upbeat anthem of environmental protection. Listening to "Save The Bees and Manatees," the song opens with a bright trumpet melody alongside a lush percussion arrangement and soothing acoustic guitar melodies. Not to mention the delicate and passionate piano melodies, the entire instrumental is nothing but well-rounded and thorough. Expanding on Aisha Fay's bright and beaming vocal stylings, she takes listeners through the importance of loving your environmental surroundings and the beings that innocently roam the earth. She encourages us to come together as one and fight the battle against climate change. We adore the relaxed and peaceful approach they've taken with this piece; it perfectly highlights the lyrical theme while allowing listeners to lose themselves in the dense instrumentals. Do your part and "Save The Bees and Manatees" with Albert Alabedra's meaningful hit, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Albert Alabedra, and congratulations on the release of your meaningful EP, 'Wood Wide Web.' What inspired you to create a project surrounding climate change? More than inspired by climate change it is inspired by nature and wildlife. Obviously, you can make the connection to climate change if you want to, but I'm not a fan of the term climate change; it's everything change like Margaret Atwood said: 'I think calling it climate change is rather limiting, I would rather call it the everything change.' We have a beautiful planet and we seem to be more focused on finding life on other planets than protecting the one we have. On a trip to the beautiful state of Utah a few years ago I had the luck of seeing the Pando Aspen trees. Each of the approximately 47,000 trees is genetically identical and they all share a single root system. This is when I found out about the term "Wood Wide Web", the underground network of microbes that connects trees. They talk to each other, they heal and help each other, it's really fascinating. How does the EP 'Wood Wide Web' represent you and the music you create? What do projects like this mean to you? It represents me in the way that I love trees, I love nature, I love animals, I love this amazing planet we have, so I wanted the album to be inspired and dedicated to all these. For me, it means to hope and also joy. My biggest happiness has always been being in nature. The beauty of some places I have been like the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, the Mississippi, and the Missouri River to name a few, have really inspired me to create lots of music. For example, our lives depend on the insects pollinating, and we just don't think about it. We go to the supermarket and buy tomatoes without thinking about all the processes that allowed the tomato to be there. We must reconnect with nature if we want to protect the environment and biodiversity. Who wrote the passionate lyrics for "Save The Bees and Manatees?" Was this a collaborative process as well? I wrote the lyrics for Save the Bees and the Manatees. Bees are one of the most important and fascinating animals on earth, honey bees dance to share resources such as food, water, and nests, isn't it amazing? Their population has been in decline for decades and we all know about this. Manatees are one of the most beautiful animals on the planet. The gentle giants are also endangered so I thought about writing a song that included both of them and it was a good rhyme: bees-manatees. The whole album was a collaborative process, each of the musicians played masterfully and contributed a lot, and put their fingerprints on it. When they knew the theme of the album they got even more involved and excited about being part of it. What was your collaborative process like with the various artists when creating "Save The Bees and Manatees?" How did that process go about? I first created the music and wrote the lyrics, then sent it to the producer, bassist, and editor of the album, the incredible Bob DiGiacomo and he really liked it, I remember him saying: 'I love bees, I grew up with bees in upstate New York'. So he started writing arrangements and thinking about the production of the song. Then I went to Spain to meet with the amazing Aisha Fay who recorded the vocals. Aisha's personality and sensibility fit perfectly with the song, it couldn't have been better. Hearing her amazing voice gave me goosebumps in the studio. So back in New York, Bob continued the production process, and then Xianix Barrera recorded the claps. Actually, Bob said that this was his favorite song of the album when the song was not even finished. We are now planning on releasing a video clip for this song too in the coming months. Have you always merged activism with music? Has this been a part of your musical brand since you first began releasing music? Since I was a kid my parents raised me to love nature and animals so I always had this in me. Since the release of my first professional album, you could tell by some of the lyrics that nature and environment have always been there, but it was later when I focused on it. Right now I only want to write music and lyrics dedicated to nature and wildlife. It makes me really happy and fulfills me to know that I'm putting my little grain of sand and that I can inspire other people through my music. In 2020 I released 'Occhiolism,' another album in which I dedicated a song to Monarch Butterflies, another critically endangered animal that really fascinates me. I was amazed to discover that some people started planting milkweed in the Canary Islands in Spain after listening to my song. I didn't even know that there were monarchs there. These kinds of things make you feel that your work has been worth it. Instagram Facebook

Today we're introducing Los Angeles-based performer, entertainer, singer, and songwriter Terrell. With quality and captivating charm, Terrell is your heart-throb, R&B lover boy that has listeners reeled in, either due to the flirtatious tones or downright harmonious range. His first release debuted in 2017, which racked in over 100k streams over the first few months of its release. Today, Terrell still pushes for his music to be heard among the masses and continues with a new release, titled "Love On You." "Love On You" has such a funky and fresh introduction, and this immediately gets us hooked on what's to come from Terrell. The production makes use of flavourful synths--think bright, vibrant, and full of stimulating energy. Strongly rooted in pop-inspired influences, "Love On You" may give you a similar vibe to the likes of artists such as Jason Derulo. Terrell envelopes what the new age, R&B-inspired pop era is and with "Love On You," he works to cement his spot in the music industry. Terrell explores the lustful, physical elements of love with artist LINCOLN in "Love On You." Yes, that's right, Terrell includes artist LINCOLN in this single, and she's able to bring truly harmonistic and simply fun details to Terrell's song. It wouldn't be surprising to find "Love On You" hitting the Top 100 soon. In terms of future music, Terrell plans to release his debut album this winter so stay tuned for more of his personable expressions soon. How does it feel to finally have debuted "Love On You?" Thank you for having me! It feels so good to have this record out in the world finally. It's also somewhat bittersweet to let it go because the creative process for this song was so fun from start to finish. This was a more memorable creative moment for me and my collaborators. How was your experience collaborating with artist LINCOLN in "Love On You?" Do you see yourselves collaborating again? Working with Lincoln was so fun and effortless. I recorded my part and had an open verse that I debated the direction to take for a while. Lincoln and I had also recently started working together on her music, and I was obsessed with everything she did, so I asked if she'd be down to get on Love on You. My other collaborators Gorq (producer), Rhyan (co-writer), and I went to her place to finish the song with her verse, and it came out perfectly. You'll be hearing more from us! I'm so glad I chose her. What kind of theme would you say you were predominantly attempting to get across in "Love On You?" I wanted this song to be fun and flirtatious. When we started writing it, Rhyan (co-writer) had the idea to add the Fergie flip, and from there, it became more and more like an early 2000s pop vibe, which I'm obsessed with. With your upcoming album release set to occur this winter, can listeners expect the songs on your album to be similar to the general vibe delivered in "Love On You?" Love on You is one of a kind, but there are more pop, the early 2000s, reminiscent, and flirtatious tracks on the album. On my album, there are three acts, and each one has a sort of different energy. Expect a lot of drama and ups and downs. There are a lot of bright moments but also a lot of dark ones. I tried to explore sonically as much as possible while keeping a general theme, so I think there's something for everyone to enjoy What's next for Terrell? My debut album, PHILAUTIA, is dropping this winter, and I'm so excited to introduce the world to who I am as an artist. I look forward to going deeper into my creative bag and doing things I've yet to do with this album, like performances, music videos, and more. The short answer: world domination! That's the medium-long answer. Instagram

Tierney Victoria DeVine Dale, known artistically as RockiSoCrazi, knew she wanted to beat the odds at a young age. With a supportive and loving family, RockiSoCrazi was able to eventually find her love for music and songwriting, which first began with an exploration in poetry. Integrating within the Hip/Hop music scene, RockiSoCrazi discovered her talents in creating rhymes, hooks, and snagging authentic attention as a result. Thus, RockiSoCrazi can now be found making a real statement for herself in the music world, with her recent statement being a music video feature. RockiSoCrazi features in Lyndon Laveaux's single and music video, "Shangri'La." The video itself features a compilation of visuals that do a great job at displaying the pure ferocity and intensity the song carries. RockiSoCrazi can make sure listeners are stimulated with her vocal delivery by offering sensual, yet intensely calm vocal tones. With the constant and persistent switching between visual sets, the attention from viewers could hardly dwindle. With RockiSoCrazy's presence, attention never dwindles. She's able to attract and garner such a fixation, which brings a ton of character to not only the music video but the song itself. She came to deliver, perform, and ultimately offer music listeners/viewers a true experience. All in all, "Shangri'La" was quite a feature from RockiSoCrazi, making us realize we need to keep an eye on this emerging artist. Welcome to BuzzMusic, RockiSoCrazi. How was your experience featuring on artist Lyndon Laveaux's single, "Shangri-La," as well as the songs accompanying music video? My experience working with Lyndon on Shangra'la was great! When Lyndon told me the vision for the song and where it derived from, I was very excited. I loved that we were taking a step away from reality to a fantasy world. Did you enjoy the overall collaboration on "Shangri-La?" Would you work with Lyndox Laveaux again for future music releases? Lyndon's my bro, so of course, I enjoyed the collab. Things are always more fun when you share the vision from beginning to end with your fam. Whenever he hits me up like, "yo Rock, I got a beat. I want you to hop on" I'm like "say less - what's it about." How were you hoping to contribute to the overall vibe and energy of "Shangri-La" by featuring in the song? What kind of response were you hoping to receive from listeners? I was hoping to bring some female heat to the song. I wanted my verse to be strong, hit hard but still have a touch of feminine vulnerability and engagement. Although we were in a magical fantasy world, I still wanted to keep it grounded in some form of reality. Do you see yourself releasing any music videos for your songs in the near future? I just released my first single last month and followed up with the video on October 1st. I'm planning ten steps with this music thing, so I can for sure say there's more to come, and I couldn't be happier and more grateful with the journey I'm about to embark on. RockiSoCrazi Instagram

Hailing from Arkansas, singer-songwriter, dancer, and recording artist John Michael releases an enticing new single and music video entitled "Bad Babe." The rising artist has a very promising musical career ahead of him. He was once a professional dancer and worked on set for movies, shows, commercials, award shows, and tours. With his past in the entertainment industry, John Michael is proving himself as a force to be reckoned with. Co-written with Harold Kalibala, a.k.a. Eros, vocal production by Mishon Ratliff, and produced by Brandon Miranda, John Michael's latest single, "Bad Babe," offers an undeniable Y2K feel with boundless pop/r&b nostalgia. "Creating the 'Bad Babe' song and the music video has been one of my proudest moments," said Michael. Expanding on the single, "Bad Babe," the song takes off with an upbeat acoustic guitar melody, punchy pop drum breaks, as John Michael's sultry and exciting vocal delivery. Right off the bat, we hear wild similarities to Justin Timberlake, especially as Michael continues to deliver his suave and charismatic vocals with the utmost passion and heart. We love the spicy and sultry lyrics that Michael offers, as he paints incredibly desirous scenes that get our blood pumping. Taking a look at the music video for "Bad Babe," John Michael is in awe of the video's co-star, who has Michael in the palm of her hands. The entire video also showcases John Michael's complex chorography with the many dancers that bring the visuals to life. Not to mention the several lustful and spicy scenes, this video is genuinely more than memorable. Feast your ears on John Michael's recent hit, "Bad Babe," and watch the song's alluring music video on YouTube. We adore the nostalgic and energetic feel of your latest single, "Bad Babe." What inspired you to create this sultry and exciting single? When I started making music, I knew I wanted to bring back the feeling I got from the 2000s. I was looking for the right sound, and then I heard this track for the first time. The guitars reminded me of "Ride Wit Me" by Nelly and immediately took me back. I knew that was it. Do you usually work with producers/songwriters Harold Kalibala, Mishon Ratliff, and Brandon Miranda? What was your creative process like when working with them behind the scenes for "Bad Babe"? This was my first time working with all of them, lol. I worked first with Oatmilq production duo (Harold and Brandon) to write the song. Brandon produced, and Harold and I wrote. We clicked right off the bat, had a great time, and everything flowed smoothly. I knew I needed a vocal producer who was great with harmonies for the recording process, so I reached out to Mishon. Working with him was awesome because he took my vision for the song and turned it into more than I could've asked for. What was your experience working with the jam-packed team on set for the "Bad Babe" music video? How did they make the process easier and more enjoyable for you? I had so much fun shooting this video! I couldn't have asked for a better team for my first project. I was blessed to have a group of very talented, hard-working, and professional people who were easy to work with. The energy was great, and everyone was so positive that it made the shoot stress-free and enjoyable. What was it like choreographing the group dance for the "Bad Babe" music video? Do you always put your choreography skills to work for your music videos? I knew exactly the type of movement I wanted, so I hit up my friend James Marino ( Dance credits include: Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, Fergie, Justin Timberlake) to choreograph. We workshopped some movement together and came up with the "Bad Babe" choreography. I'm very hands-on with everything I do. What's next for you? Make it happen! My dreams, my goals, I'm shooting for the stars! #BUZZMUSIC

The renowned hip hop artist, songwriter, and rapper Tae Wall pays homage to Michael Jackson through his latest flaming and conceptual music video entitled "Billie Jeane." Tae Wall never fails to captivate an audience and hold their undivided attention. His powerful stage presence and bars are enhanced by his ability to ride the beat with immense rhythm. What sets him apart from other hip-hop acts is his relentlessness and stamina, both proving that Tae Wall will be a household name sooner than later. Now releasing his tribute to MJ with the music video entitled "Billie Jeane," the song itself is not a cover, yet, a series of hard rhymes, jam-packed verses, and memorable hooks featuring chops of Jackson's single "Billie Jean" in the production. The music video takes viewers through the confident performance of Tae Wall as he channels MJ through his wide-brimmed fedora, sequin jacket, v-neck t-shirt, and a single glove. Hitting play on the music video for "Billie Jeane," we're met with fiery and exciting visuals that truly pay homage to the late singer-songwriter. As Tae Wall sets the scene with his MJ-inspired outfit and movements, he transitions back and forth between the nostalgic costume and modern attire, dressed in all black, a red belt, and a red bandanna. He's truly wowed us with his performance abilities; Tae Wall's confidence and composure on stage are enough to land him a massive following like MJ himself. We love the concept of this video, as it perfectly depicts the long-lasting impact that Michael Jackson continues to hold over the contemporary hip-hop scene. Watch Tae Wall's modern-day music video for "Billie Jeane" on YouTube. We love the concept and visuals of your latest music video for "Billie Jeane." What inspired you to create the song itself that pays tribute to the late great MJ? My father inspired me. He plays the saxophone and does the backdrop of the "illy Jeane" instrumental when he plays. Although I am a huge fan, I decided to loop an essential part of the record and add a slick baseline around it. From there, I took it to my engineer at Eravox Studios in San Diego and got the sample replayed, then mixed and mastered the record. How did you develop the conceptual and clever scenes for the "Billie Jeane" music video? My videographer David Robbins and I put our heads together. We had seen some unique production sets out in California that would fit the song's mood, inspiring us to add simple props and enhance the visual. Did you want to get a specific message across with your music video for "Billie Jeane"? What thoughts did you want to leave the viewer with? I wasn't necessarily trying to leave a message; I was more so paying homage to MJ and bringing back feel-good music with a bit of twist. I wanted to leave the viewers feeling that MJ presents by having classic dance moves and a replica look of his fashion from the actual Billie Jean video. I thought that would be dope. You have received a lot of testimonials and co-signs from a lot of legendary hip hop icons like SIR MIX A-LOT, Jadakiss, Busta Rhymes, and 2 Live Crew, all praising your talent and hustle. What was it about you and your music that caught their attention? The moment those guys met me, we became instant friends, and they have had my back..and I am grateful to them. I was able to connect with them lyrically, and I have an old soul. I'm able to give off an old-school feel with a newer school swag and persona. I've learned a lot from each one, and they continue to inspire my passion for music and business. When you are an independent artist that somehow catches the attention of the mainstream, you're on another level. What usually inspires your music? Do you find your inspiration from big names like MJ or through personal and real-life experiences? I think the early inspiration came from my oldest brother introducing me to rap and showing me top-of-the-line studios at age 8. I met super rap group Bone Thugs N' Harmony at the very same age. From that point on, I knew if they could do it, I got a shot as long as I stayed consistent and dedicated to the music. What's next for you? An album I'm working on currently dropping late October or mid-November to give my fans something new to listen to for the holidays. Be on the lookout for me in movie appearances and different acts coming soon. Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Hailing from the Chicagoland area, singer-songwriter, rapper, and recording artist Tray Nova releases his dreamy and honest single entitled "moonlight jukebox." We recently had the pleasure of featuring Tray Nova's previous release, "Closure," which acted as a solid introduction to how he combines real-life experiences with honest and genuine lyricism. Nova is said to be working on a new EP to be released this winter, revealing his best work to date in terms of creativity and emotional release. He's also been hard at work with his collective 2ill; we should be expecting music from them as early as 2022. Now releasing his heartfelt and lonely-wanderer single, "moonlight jukebox," Tray Nova's low and relaxed vocals take listeners through the peaks and valleys of his career, life, and experiences on this plane. However, at the end of the day, he sits over the manhattan skyline to reflect with none other than his "moonlight jukebox." Hitting play on "moonlight jukebox," we're met with a warm array of vocal samples that harmonize with the dreamiest of tones. As Tray Nova jumps in alongside the snappy drum breaks, he enlightens us on his everyday grind and how he's continuously working to achieve his desires only to reflect on those experiences with no one but his "moonlight jukebox." We're head over heels for Tray Nova's soothing and relaxed vocal delivery, as he takes his time to deliver his meaningful words while holding our undivided attention the entire time. Later, Nova softly serenades us with his sweet vocals towards the outro to put us in a trance-like state, which closes the song with nothing but self-love and optimism. Get to your grind with help from Tray Nova's velvety single, "moonlight jukebox," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Tray Nova. We're incredibly impressed with the poise and positivity you've brought to your recent single, "moonlight jukebox." What inspired this deeply reflective and introspective piece? Personally, this year has tested my ability to be alone and using that time wisely. It feels like more than ever, I have been given the time by the Universe to consistently reflect on my past experiences in order to have a better understanding of where I am headed in regards to my future. Deep down I know this is a gift but there are days when it becomes too heavy for me and so this song is somewhat of a therapy for me. This song "moonlight jukebox" is one of many that I have been writing which follows this vein of approaching music and a bulk of these unreleased tracks will see the light of day. Some of these tracks are my most personal to date and "moonlight jukebox" serves as a teaser to what's to come eventually. Who created the lush and soothing sonics for "moonlight jukebox?" What sort of sound and vibe did you want the production to offer? The beat production behind this track is credited to Karn Beats (@karnbeats), a very talented producer whose sound was the perfect landscape to execute the vision I had. The sound I wanted was something that would reflect the subject matter and introspective nature of the song. Sonically, I was looking for "night riding" music, something you can turn on and get lost in during those late nights alone. Also, sometimes when I create music I think of colors that could be associated with it based on the sound and this production gave me black and neutral colors. Colors can symbolize a lot so with that said, I wanted something that would resonate on different levels as well. Was it easy to write such honest and reflective words for "moonlight jukebox?" Is it easy for you to be so open like this? Not sure if it's ever truly easy to be vulnerable, especially as an artist where everything you put out into the world is subject to being analyzed, criticized, and more...but sometimes it is needed. This necessity comes in waves for me simply because I find myself struggling to share these thoughts and feelings in my day-to-day relationships. So in a way, people who listen to my music get to know me more than some of my closest friends. Is that right or wrong? I'm not completely sure, but what I do know is that without this outlet I wouldn't have the means to share these thoughts at all. Would you say that you usually release rather thought-provoking and reflective tracks, similar to "moonlight jukebox?" Is this poised and chill sound a staple for you? As I stated previously, I have a vault full of records in a similar fashion. Not to say they all sound the same but the majority of them dig deeper into myself and how I view the world. Whereas my debut EP 'Note to Self' showed a more energetic me, expect a lot of my newer releases to be more meditative Instagram Facebook

Coming in from Portland, Oregon, singer-songwriter and interdisciplinary recording artist Pseudonymph releases their deeply reflective and authentic single entitled "Lately..." 21-year-old Brianna was sitting outside for a smoke one night when a purple, pink, and orange mass of light descended upon her with a noise that could be understood to humans as "Pseudonymph." They describe Pseudonymph as not a self-fulfilling prophecy but a cosmic force of divine healing bestowed onto humans for an opportunity to succeed. With her latest single, "Lately...," Pseudonymph touches on incredibly meaningful and conceptual words that speak on her ever-changing frequency and the energy they radiate on this plane of existence. The song offers a lush and soothing lo-fi-type beat while Pseudonymph hums in the background while delivering her spoken-word bars. Listening to "Lately...," the song takes off with a soulful and unconventional organ-like synth and Pseudonymph's mysterious and haunting vocals that float in from the background. As they begin delivering their powerful spoken word bars, Pseudonymph fixes our ears on their whispery and gentle delivery that resembles a narrator in our dreams. She continues to explain how she's got all the love and patience in the world, but emotions stand in the way of general acceptance. We love the haunting and mysterious appeal of this track, as it offers a perfect sonic tribute to the alien experiences that Pseudonymph has vividly experienced. As she holds our attention until the song's last beat, Pseudonymph closes the track while asking how we go about saving the earth when we don't see each other as humans. Do some intense reflecting with help from Pseudonymph's latest single, 'Lately...," now available on all digital streaming platforms. We're thoroughly impressed with the unique tone and approach of your recent single, "Lately..." What inspired you to create this deeply reflective track? They say forgiveness is healthier for the mind. In some ways, I have to agree. I'm working on forgiveness-- whether for substantial relief or prioritizing my emotional energy. But in forgiveness is still accountability. I have grown up feeling less than; this is my declaration of purpose. My ideas are my own, and that I do not and should not care so deeply about others' opinions unless my actions are harmful. Sometimes those closest to you can pray for your downfall, and I'm lucky to have some beautiful people in my life, though. "Lately..." is a freestyle metabolizing my incessant thoughts. What message or concept did you want to convey to listeners who experience your single "Lately..."? That in order to address the predatory biases that we either uphold or oppresses, must be addressed with empathy and logical compassion. By "logical compassion," I mean problem-solving in a way that prioritizes the afflicted and their healing and puts aside one's pride. To ask humans to reflect on ourselves honestly. Everybody has intuition, some are more in tune by life experience (racism, sexism, being "othered"), and it's a skill that can be trained just like empathy. What was your songwriting process like for "Lately..."? Was it easy for you to write such dense, vulnerable, and powerful words? Honestly, yeah, it is easy, my art is my life, and my life is my truth. I've been writing poetry to deal with emotional pain for years, ever since I was 13. So sitting down and externalizing my thoughts is pretty straightforward. The only challenge is I can second guess my word choice all the time. I tend to overanalyze myself. That imposter syndrome is paralyzing. How would you describe the music you create? What artists or acts inspired this unique sound of yours? I grew up listening to Tyler the Creator, Nirvana, Nina Simone, and Lana Del Rey. I still listen to Tyler today, CMWYGL was pretty amazing. And I put Nina Simone on at work to stay calm. Since I've developed my independent music taste as an adult, I listen to Erykah Badu, Noname and SZA when I need to cry or relax, Flying Lotus when I'm looking for sonic inspiration, Gorillaz when I'm feeling genreless. Truly I am constantly listening to new artists because, as an artist, I think eclectic consumption is informative and enjoyable. It provides inspiration. I can't do just one sound as an artist. I want to play with concepts in music all the time. I will be making a YouTube video on what I call "cyber-jazz" to classify an era of accessibility in music. With this overflowing market of ideas, new music concepts are gaining traction every day. I also acknowledge that my Black American ancestors truly did and continue to innovate and reinvent music in America (with or without proper credit). Cyber-jazz acknowledges this inherent truth. Jazz has been the catalyst for so many contemporary musical genres we have now, and this is my homage. Instagram Twitter

The South Florida-based r&b recording artist and singer-songwriter Kory Burns releases a feel-good and head-turning track entitled "Sex In Miami." Burns' music is inspired by the many early 90s artists that ruled their genres of pop/r&b. The innovative and multi-talented artist always stays true to his roots as a writer and co-producer; he's managed to land gigs at Miami Music Week, Grammy in the Schools at the University of Miami for the Grammy Association, the MLK Day parade, and Sunfest. Now releasing his sultry and groovy single, "Sex In Miami," Kory Burns felt inspired to write this song after meeting someone and going back to his hotel room where one thing led to another. Burns wrote the track with Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer Carlos Battey alongside Sean McMillion. Hitting play on "Sex In Miami," the song begins with a distorted hip-hop beat that drops into a smooth and sultry sonic atmosphere. As the drums begin to punch through our speakers, Kory Burns joins the party and begins to drench us in nothing but lust and desire. He grooves his way over to the hook and adds another playful and straightforward aspect with his sugary and descriptive lyricism. We adore the melodic approach to hip-hop/r&b that Kory Burns has taken with this song, especially as the glimmering production continues to feed us with limitless passion, energy, and excitement. We must also mention Kory Burns' talented rhythmic abilities; he's able to jump into a sultry rap while transitioning back into his savory singing voice effortlessly, truly emphasizing his artistic range. Get your freak on with Kory Burns' latest single, "Sex In Miami," available on all digital streaming platforms. We can't get enough of the energetic and sultry tones of your latest single, "Sex In Miami." When did you begin writing lyrics and melodies for this track? How long was it in the making? I went to the studio a few months back and came up with the idea about an hour prior to the session, we came up with everything within a few hours and we were out. We work very fast. How did producers and writers Carlos Battey and Sean McMillion help bring “Sex In Miami” to life? What was it like working with them behind the scenes? Working with them is always a good time. Lots of laughs and lots of telling me “Kory you can’t say that” during the writing sessions. They understand the direction I want to go in and we all really collaborate. Nothing feels forced or pushed. How did you want to make the listener feel with "Sex In Miami"? What impact did you want the song to make on your audience? I want this song to be a worldwide anthem. Who doesn’t want to come and have some Sex In Miami!? Do you usually release such sexual, exciting, and stimulating songs like "Sex In Miami"? Or is this one of the more risqué songs in your discography? This is definitely the most sexual song I’ve released. I’m more comfortable and confident with myself now and I think it’s going to show through my music. Instagram