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The North Carolina-based pop-rock artist and singer-songwriter John Foley releases his enlightened 5-track EP, 'Spirits,' conceptually and artistically akin to his 2018 project, 'Specters.' Growing up, Foley would fend off fear and rejection with the solace that singing and songwriting had to offer. He kept his singer-songwriter side hidden until college, but today he emerges as a complex lyricist who uses his soulful vocals, intimate lyrics, and dynamic pop-rock hooks to convey themes of longing, sadness, healing, and escapism. Recently releasing his 5-track EP, 'Spirits,' the project is said to nod at his previous EP, 'Specters,' but offers a lighter and more aware approach. Jumping into the project, the EP opens with the introductory track, "Hey Little Witch." The song blasts through our speakers right off the bat with John Foley's powerful and captivating vocals alongside his soulful and heavy rock instrumentals that pound us to the ground. The overall tone offers this 60s folk-rock mystique that sends us into sonic flames. The mystical and storytelling lyrics offer this whole other aspect to the song that's equally intriguing, especially as Foley belts his emotive vocals overtop of the melodic bass licks, punchy drums, organ-like keys, and bluesy lead guitar. Track number two, "Aces High," was also the project's lead single and offers a more mysterious and dreamy approach through Foley's upfront and emotional vocals alongside his slow-burn lead guitar and quivering keyboard melodies. As the drums continue to pour the utmost emotion and soul through our speakers, Foley jumps into the hook and proceeds to sing metaphors for feeling out of sync with his surroundings. We love how Foley imagines these scenarios as a gamble, as life tends to be just as, if not more, unpredictable. The crunchy lead guitar takes our souls for a spin on the bridge while Foley and his instrumentals chug their way to the outro. Onto the next track, "Another Lover," the song kicks off with a foot-stomping and powerful instrumental through the punchy drum patterns, bright piano melodies, glimmering electric guitars, and a tasteful acoustic guitar. The overall Americana/country vibe rounds out the EP perfectly, especially as Foley passionately sings of a relationship's trials and tribulations. We love the song's powerful emotion, as it leaves us chanting Foley's lyrics alongside the catchy and memorable hook. Making his way to the outro, Foley puts his past behind him and grooves to the bright lead guitar while closing the song on an optimistic note. Channeling a more gritty and heavy tone with the next track, "Follow the Water," the song takes off with a bright and melodic electric guitar alongside the midtempo drums and soulful acoustic guitar. As Foley begins to take the track by storm with his imaginative lyrics, he brings us into a supernatural journey that fluidly leads us into the vast unknown. We can similarities to the emotion and soul of songs like the Animals' "House of The Rising Sun," especially as the instrumentals break down and emphasize Foley's soul-clutching performance. We love the textured guitar solo on the bridge, as it brings a dash of color into this blues-ridden piece. Landing on the final track of the EP, "What Fades Away," the song soulfully opens with heavy downtempo drums, an eerie keyboard melody, and Foley's low and emotional vocals that sing of being lost in life and trying to make sense of the world around him. As the drums begin to pick up on the hook alongside the rich guitar solo, they take us on an epic adventure that's equally as thrilling as it is sonically satisfying. This track is the perfect mysterious and reflective track to close the project, as it leaves us basking in Foley's pent-up emotions while relating with them in every way possible. Experience the soul and range of John Foley's 5-track EP, 'Spirits,' now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic John Foley, and congratulations on releasing such a dense and soulful listening experience with your latest 5-track EP, 'Spirits.' Was there an overall concept or theme that you wanted to convey throughout this project? I see this EP, and my two previous ones, as more of a collection of stories rather than a unified concept. That being said both 'Specters' and 'Spirits' EPs have a running theme of feeling existential and kind of lost in life not knowing what to do or how things will turn out. I used to think that all my songs were just stories entirely removed from my life, but looking back at them now I definitely see that I was writing about myself, just through the lens of someone else’s life or a different person’s story, and I think that was a way for me to write what I was feeling without being as exposed or vulnerable about what I was writing. We've heard that 'Spirits' was recorded at the same time as your previous EP, 'Specters.' At the time, did you know that you were going to use half of your recorded content for a completely different project? So the initial plan was to do a single album, 'Specters & Spirits.' As the recording went on and we finished the first five songs before the second batch it seemed to make more sense from a release standpoint to get some music out before waiting for the whole project to finish. The two are definitely still related though, particularly with the last track of Specters (Practical Magic) being the first half of a story that the first track of 'Spirits' ("Hey Little Witch") finishes. In "Practical Magic," someone sells their soul to the devil for magical powers and the song ends with a warning that the devil always gets his due. In "Hey Little Witch," sung from the perspective of the devil, he comes to collect on that promise. Those two songs bridge the gap between the two EPs but you can definitely see similar themes throughout both projects, especially with Specters’ Pull Me In, Days Gone By, and Midnight Oil having that same existentialism as Aces High and What Fades Away on Spirits. Were any of your lyrics or instrumentals for 'Spirits' recorded/added after your initial recording session, or did you solely choose from the content you had already recorded? What "Fades Away" was the last song to finish recording, and the guitar part you hear on the final version was the very last thing to record. We had maybe four or five different guitarists record for that song, and they were all great players but for one reason or another just didn’t quite fit the mood or presence we were looking for to fill in the instrumental sections on that song. What Fades Away has the most instrumental breaks out of any song on either project so we knew the guitar had to be really really strong and that it would either carry the song or leave it feeling empty. So after hearing and recording multiple a couple takes on it, I asked my friend and former bandmate Scott Paris to take a swing at it and after the first take, we knew he was the one to round out the song. It would’ve been a totally different song without him and we even had a really happy accident when some feedback after the first solo just perfectly bridged the gap between that first instrumental break and the third verse (it’s just before the 1:50 mark in the song). When that happened the producer, Ryan Chabon, and I just looked at each other with these big stupid grins on our faces. Another Lover was also one that we were kind of stumped on for a while. We had the main vocal parts and the full track down but it still felt like it was missing something vital. After listening to it a few times in the studio I had the idea to add an Eagles style harmony to the chorus and that really helped give the song a more dynamic flow. Could you describe the moment that inspired you to create this nod to 'Specters' with 'Spirits?' What inspired this sort of continuation or sonic series? I’ve always loved supernatural, paranormal, and magical themes. Growing up I can’t tell you how many times I read Lord of The Rings and similar books and I loved shows about witches and magic like Charmed, Supernatural, and the Melissa Joan Heart Sabrina series (among a bunch of others). That sort of magical escapism has always been in my music, with Premonition off the first EP being the first song to explicitly bring in those themes. The initial idea with Specters & Spirits was to have the songs split into a “darker” half (Specters) and “lighter” half (Spirits). Looking at the tracklists now, there’s not really a strong divide between themes or moods on the EPs and they still feel like one album to me rather than two separate EPs, with the Premonition EP fitting in as well. Every song across those first three releases were written at a similar time in my life and Spirits feels like it closes the book on that “era” of songs where I was basically unintentionally writing about myself. The songs I have written and am currently writing for the next album have shifted to being very openly and personally about me, and I’m really excited to move into a more vulnerable type of writing. How does the recent EP, 'Spirits,' reflect your current outlook and view on life itself? Would you say that this project displays a more positive side to yourself? It’s a little weird talking about how 'Spirits' reflects me as a person just because of how long a process it’s been. Some of the songs, like "Aces High," I don’t even remember writing at this point so it takes some mental gymnastics to bring myself back to the person I was four or five years ago while writing these songs. So I would say the EP doesn’t truly reflect my current outlook on life, but more so captured how I was feeling during a very transitive period in my life. The EP was mostly written while I was in college and trying to figure out my life, what I wanted to do, where I wanted to go, and who I wanted to be in general which is why there’s so much of that existentialism and feelings of being lost in most of the songs. I do think there is at least a little bit of a positive shift form 'Specters to Spirits' however, with "What Fades Away" being more of an acceptance of the feelings of being lost--kind of a come what may outlook rather than a panicked or depressive outlook that can be heard in "Pull Me In" and "Days Gone By" from 'Specters.' "Another Lover" is certainly a more positive song than the rest of the bunch and it feels to me like a bonus track that looks forward to the next era. In my mind "What Fades Away" is really the last song on 'Spirits.' Even though "Another Lover" is a breakup song, the whole message is essentially to not dwell on the past (even if you’re still bitter about it) and being like “okay I may not have closure on what just ended but I have to accept that and move on anyway.” It hints to the next album as well which, as I mentioned before, will be more directly personal and dig deeper into a lot of the topics I sort of gloss over or allude to in 'Spirits.' Instagram Facebook

The ethereal stylings of singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Sierra Noble take us by the hand in a new emotional single entitled "Let Me Out Of Here." Returning from a five-year hiatus, Sierra Noble is back and better than ever, recharged and ready to rewrite their story. The gender non-conforming artist has opened for acts like Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi, Johnny Reid and was a featured performer for the 2010 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony. Now releasing a deeply emotional and cathartic single, "Let Me Out Of Here," Sierra Noble showcases their graceful poise and transcendent melodies in a heartfelt response to the unwelcomed opinions and harsh judgments of others. "It's both an acknowledgment of that pain, fear, and helplessness, and a hand reaching out to remind you that the light is still there, no matter how dim it may appear right now," said Noble. Listening to the single, "Let Me Out Of Here," the song gently opens with a plucky electric guitar alongside a warm acoustic and downtempo drum breaks. As the fluttering piano melodies begin to melt through our speakers, so do Sierra Noble's soft and chilling vocal stylings. Expanding on their passionate and emotional lyricism, Sierra Noble exclaims their need to get out of a hopeless situation where they can't find their way out. We adore the tender and relatable emotion that Sierra Noble drenches us in, especially as they summon the courage to belt their lyrics on the powerful hook and bring us into sonic bliss. Feed your soul with help from Sierra Noble's latest single, "Let Me Out Of Here," available on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic Sierra Noble. We deeply appreciate the vulnerable and relatable concept of your latest single, "Let Me Out Of Here." When did you begin feeling inspired to write this song? What compelled you to do so? “Let Me Out Of Here” came from a sharing of both myself and Rusty Matyas’ (my collaborator - co-writer and co-producer on this song) experiences with mental health. In 2016 I was living in Nashville and from the outside in I think it looked like I was doing pretty great, but the reality was that I was in the deepest depression I’d ever been in, and was experiencing debilitating panic attacks on my bathroom floor every day for months. It was rooted in over a decade of chronic and traumatic stress, experience with abuse of all kinds including sexual abuse and harassment throughout my life since I was very young. I never took the time to process any of it, because I was always too busy with my music career since I was 13 years old. While I’m aware of how lucky I have been in my career, being a person in a female body in the entertainment industry is far from safe and supportive. In 2016, the box full of traumas labeled “deal with this later” came bursting open and my mind and body forced me to stop. I came back to Winnipeg, and while I was still performing here and there, I effectively took 5 years off to regroup. Rusty’s side of this song comes from his experience with alcoholism and his journey to sobriety. Alcoholism had him on the brink of death, and music is in large part what helped him heal...what helped both of us heal. The bed tracks to “Let Me Out Of Here” was one of a series of tracks that Rusty recorded as soon as he got out of detox, centered around a voice note that he made in one of his darkest times, laying on his kitchen floor. Without knowing any of that, the first time I heard the track something about it brought me right back to laying on my bathroom floor in Nashville, and the words “Let Me Out Of Here” came to my mind almost as soon as I heard the chorus. We really put our whole hearts into this one, we are grateful for this song, and proud of it, and we hope that it will give someone else the hope they need to reach out toward the light from the darkness. What did you want your audience to take away for themselves after experiencing your emotional single "Let Me Out Of Here?” I really hope that this song will remind people who have been in those dark places that they are not alone in their experience or their pain, and give people who are maybe there right now some hope to hold on and keep reaching for the light. Was it difficult to be so vulnerable and open when writing your lyrics for "Let Me Out Of Here?” Or was your songwriting process rather therapeutic and cathartic? It was incredibly therapeutic for both of us. Because we are friends and share the experience of pulling ourselves out of the dark, I think we both felt safe with one another to really dig deep for this one. We weren’t thinking about what other people would think, this song just had to be realized. What was your creative process like when producing and recording the sonics/instrumentals for "Let Me Out Of Here?” Did you tackle this process completely solo? I mentioned that the bed tracks for the song were done after Rusty got out of detox. This was before we knew each other, so I came in later to this one. There are a lot of really special layers in this track that I hope as people listen to it will be revealed to their ears. There are a lot of sonic elements like the squeak of an old space heater, and the closing of a door. They are all very intentional and carry a lot of meaning. The final product was very much a collaborative effort, but the beginnings started with Rusty getting a second chance at life and pouring all of that into music. I feel so lucky that he shared that track with me that day. Instagram Artist Website

Texas-based Latin recording artist, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter Aaron Andreu releases a reflection of his personality with a new 5-track EP, 'Luna.' During his time as the lead singer of underground Latin alt-rock band Nucleo, Aaron Andreu was able to share the stage with various Grammy Award winners. From half-Puerto Rican and half-Mexican descent, Aaron Andreu is also the great-nephew of international opera singer Elgego Esparza. His music is inspired by the likes of Radiohead, The Beatles, and Mana. Recently releasing his 5-track EP, 'Luna,' the record is said to portray his brand of Latin art-rock. Beginning our venture into the EP, we're met with the introductory track, "La Victoria." The song gently opens with a warm acoustic guitar and Aaron Andreu's lush vocal stylings. As he begins to serenade us in the Spanish Language, the accompanying instrumentals continue to pour through our speakers with a soothing and relaxed tenderness. Grabbing our attention is the blistering electric guitar that begins to scorch through the song and heat up the atmosphere. As Aaron Andreu and his powerhouse instrumentals take us to the outro, they leave us with this refreshing and rejuvenating sensation that opens the project like the start of a good day. Moving onto the second and title track, "Luna," the song kicks off with an incredibly haunting and intense atmosphere through a reverbed electric guitar and airy downtempo drum breaks. As Aaron Andreu makes his breathy and sultry vocal appearance, he instantly grabs our undivided attention with his low-toned vocals that whisper through our speakers like the moon whispers to the evening sky. As he continues to travel down this deeply emotional and passionate path, Aaron Andreu makes his way to the song's end while the hazy and saddened instrumentals back him up to make for a compelling and reflective listening experience. On a brighter note, the third track, "Piedra Solar," opens with an airy mid-tempo drum beat and the most vibrant electric guitars that rain down from above. As Aaron Andreu makes his way in, he takes us by the hand and serenades us with the utmost emotion while gently delivering his sweet Spanish lyricism. We can hear many hints to the grunge era on the relaxed and emotional verse, but Aaron Andreu transforms the song into a bright and electrifying space on the catchy hook. As the soothing and dynamic instrumentals continue to pour through our speakers, Aaron Andreu ends the song on a chilling and passionate note. Passing the EP's midway point with the next track, "Victimas," this song takes off with a calming and passionate acoustic guitar to set the emotional and spacey tone. As the mid-tempo drums begin to fade in, so do the tender electric guitars and Aaron Andreu's soft vocals. As he begins to delve into his emotional lyrical content, listeners are able to catch the passion and emotion merely through the tone of his voice. Although we're not fluent in Spanish, we're well aware that this song holds a deep and emotional meaning with help from Aaron Andreu's unforgettable and compelling performance alongside his lush sonic background. Reaching the EP's final and outro track, "Desvanecer," we're met with a dreary electric guitar soaked in reverb alongside a layered electric guitar that brings sonic similarities to Mazzy Star's "Fade Into You." Continuing our listen to this calming and heavenly piece, Aaron Andreu makes his way over to the hook, where we become certain that this is a cover of Mazzy Star's stunning single, "Fade Into You." We adore Aaron Andreu's Spanish rendition of this haunting and passionate tune, as it makes for the perfect piece to close the project and leave listeners in awe of the entire listening experience. Bask in the chilling ambiance of Aaron Andreu's latest 5-track EP, 'Luna,' available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Aaron Andreu, and congratulations on the release of your dynamic 5-track EP, 'Luna.' What inspired you to create this project? Thank you so much. The concept for Luna came from a painting I saw. It was a self-portrait of a woman, but in place of her face, she had painted the moon. It struck me. It initially inspired me to write the title track, but then it became my muse, and the vibes just spilled over into the other songs I wrote on this EP. I didn't realize it at the time, but that painting had a profound effect on me. Did you work alongside any musicians or producers when creating the EP' Luna,' or did you tackle the instrumental/sonic process entirely solo? I'm actually pretty proud that I write my own material and perform the majority of the guitar and bass work on my recordings, but that being said, I also love to work creatively with like-minded artists. On 'Luna,' my incredibly talented friend Jaime Salinas co-produced the album with me and recorded a good bit of the guitar work on it. Working with other artists, your vibe musically can add facets to your work that enhance and expand its overall perspective. What concept or theme did you want to get across to your audience with the entire EP, 'Luna?' Love is celestial. We dream of it. Long for it. We look to it as one might look to the Sun and Moon and Stars to heal and to guide. How did you want to make the listener feel after listening to your EP, 'Luna?' What did you want them to take away from the project? Hopefully, they are able to tap into the vibes I felt when I wrote it. Introspective, romantic, unfettered. I'd like to think they thought of someone special to them and felt compelled to express their feelings. Do you have a favorite song from the EP, 'Luna?' Could you expand on why you gravitate to this particular song? That's a tough question. It's kind of like asking a parent who their favorite child is. While intrinsically different, they're still a part of you and in the case of this EP are really just different aspects; the last song on the EP is a Mazzy Star cover I interpreted into Spanish. "Fade into You." I never play covers, but this is one of the first songs I ever learned to play and was drawn to it at the time of recording, which is kind of funny because while written in English, the lead singer Hope Sandoval is Hispanic, and even the bands name Mazzy STAR fit with the dreamy celestial concept of the Ep. It just vibed at the right time, so we recorded it. Instagram Facebook

Just in time for fall, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist Avi Wisnia releases his sweet-sounding and tender single entitled "Catching Leaves." After high school, Avi Wisnia studied theory and composition at NYU while booking shows at venues like Rockwood Music Hall, The Living Room, and The Bitter End. He then took a step back from music to mourn the loss of his brother, where his grandfather, a holocaust survivor, invited Wisnia to join him on tour, which inspired Wisnia to write and create the album 'Catching Leaves.' 'Catching Leaves' is the latest forthcoming album from singer-songwriter Avi Wisnia, who recently released the project's lead single and title track. The entire album is said to be an ode to living in the moment while finding peace in growth, change, and acceptance. The title track offers a similar refreshing sentiment, especially with the tender instrumentals and their sweet hints of jazz and roots. Expanding on the title track, "Catching Leaves," the song peacefully opens with a warm piano melody and a soft snare drum that sets the song's passionate and heartfelt tone. As Avi Wisnia's tender and chilling vocals appear, he begins to expand on being tired of chasing down the leaves that flow with the unpredictable winds. Continuing through the song, Avi Wisnia touches on living in the moment and not worrying about tomorrow when we're missing out on today. The instrumentals are something straight out of a Disney movie, effortlessly cinematic and well-rounded, allowing us to explore Wisnia's vast creative abilities. Experience the soothing stylings of Avi Wisnia and his latest single, "Catching Leaves," and be on the lookout for his soon-to-be-released forthcoming album. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Avi Wisnia. What a peaceful and refreshing piece you've delivered with your recent single, "Catching Leaves." What inspired you to write this particular song? I was sitting in one of my favorite parks in South Philly as I was putting this song together. I was experiencing a lot of loss in my life, so I was coming from a very sad and melancholy place. As the breeze picked up, I watched the leaves move and I realized I wanted to write a song that felt and sounded like that. Grasping for inspiration can be a lot like trying to catch leaves in the wind. Catching Leaves is ultimately about chasing inspiration. Why did you choose to include this deep and cinematic instrumental within "Catching Leaves?" I love the way music allows us to express something that can't be articulated in words. I want the listener to feel like they are getting caught up in the swirling wind, like a pile of leaves going in all different directions. The path of a leaf caught in a breeze is chaos. It’s gentle, but it’s still chaos. There is a seemingly directionless progression to the changing chords and varying string sounds in this section of the song that help sweep you up in that gentle chaos. What message were you trying to deliver with the lyrics to "Catching Leaves?" What did you want to leave them with? We spend a lot of our lives searching, struggling, pining, grasping wildly for things beyond our reach. Especially with the final lyric and the conclusion of the song, it's a reminder to slow down, to take a moment, to be still amidst the chaos all around us. Sometimes, it's when you stop searching that you find what you are looking for. Why did you decide to name the album after this particular track? How does the single embody what the album is all about? This song really sets the mood, like setting a temperature on a thermostat, like getting the carrot-ginger soup to start your meal. Because a lot of the songs on this album revolve around images of nature and the way our lives are mirrored in the natural world, Catching Leaves gives you a hint of what to expect. It also captures a lot of the themes that run throughout the whole album: trying to make sense of the world, trying to find order in things beyond our control, how to cope with the passage of time. What's next for you? I’m working on a few videos to help bring the songs of Catching Leaves to life. And I can’t wait to get back out and tour with this new album and do live concerts again. For me, getting to perform is one of the greatest things I get to do. I think the pandemic has left all of us hungry for connection and appreciative of being able to be in a room with other people grooving to the same music. I’m excited to make that happen. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Toronto, Canada, singer-songwriter and pop-punk/r&b artist Christina Pasion sings an emotional ode to a broken relationship with her latest single, "Seasons." Christina Pasion's vast influences from pop, punk, and rhythmic r&b allow her to showcase visually and sonically abstract pieces of art enhanced by her outstanding storytelling abilities. Previously supported by UMG, Sony & Revealed Records, Christina Pasion is here to bring a fresh sound to the industry with her not-so-mainstream yet not-so-indie music. Sending us into a reflective train of thought is Christina Pasion's latest single, "Seasons," which floats and dances over our speakers like the sun that sets on the horizon. Passion wears her heart on her sleeve to emphasize a changing, unpredictable, and tumultuous relationship that changes as often as the seasons. Listening to "Seasons," the song gently opens with a soft piano melody and Christina Pasion's breathy and bright vocals. As she begins to describe how loving her isn't a walk in the park, she continues to tug on our heartstrings with her cathartic vocals and fluid melodies. As the powerful and captivating drums begin to pound through, we jump into an upbeat and sparkling hook that blurs the lines of r&b and modern electronics. We adore the dynamic range of this single, as the in-depth instrumental and sonic transitions leave us locked in and engaged. Not to mention Christina Pasion's incredibly heartfelt and honest performance; she leaves us feeling refreshed with such an emotionally powerful and intimate tune like this. Let your heart skip a beat with help from Christina Pasion's latest emotional single, "Seasons," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Christina Pasion. What an emotional and dynamic listening experience you've provided with your latest single, "Seasons." What moment or encounter inspired you to create this cathartic single? Christina Pasion: I think anybody who has experienced a breakup due to infidelity can relate to "Seasons". That empty feeling that sinks in when you discover the person who you once knew becomes someone unfamiliar to you and losing that connection you once had is unsettling but in some ways can also be a cathartic experience because it can be the trivial ending to the start of a new beginning in your life. Essentially this was the inspiration behind the track. Why did you want to create such a dynamic and versatile sonic atmosphere for "Seasons?" Did you add this aspect to enhance a relationship's ever-changing ways? CREATED BY ATOM: I wanted to create a sonic diversity atmosphere for "Seasons" but with some drive because of the nature of the meaning of the song. I inserted enough sound ingredients to best compliment the lyrics and melody of Christina's singing, I always let the vocal breathe the production into existence. It gave it this unique sound experience that speaks to the literature of the song. What was your personal songwriting process like for "Seasons?" Is it easy for you to transmute your thoughts and emotions into cohesive lyrics? Christina Pasion: I think every songwriting process for me is different each time. "Seasons" came very naturally and insouciant. CREATED BY ATOM: Christina and I co-wrote "Seasons" to a simple guitar riff in under an hour. We wrote it in a tiny room but the song evolved to such a large diverse piece of art. Having trust and respect in alignment with the people you work with births these amazing compositions. How does your music video for "Seasons" enhance the song's lyrical story? What should we expect from the music video? Christina Pasion: I wanted to create this sort of retro, grunge aesthetic for the music video, to cater to that unsettling feeling that comes from toxicity within relationships. I aimed to create an atmosphere that is cool but warm to give the viewers the feeling of "seasonal" changes. It's quite simple in regards to the storytelling but really curates this void, moody vibe which is ultimately the abstract feel I intended. How does "Seasons" contrast the rest of your discography? How does this song stand out from your previous releases? Christina Pasion: Having taken a break from music for a few years, this debut track is quite polaric to other songs I have released in the past. Growing with my sound and development over this course has greatly impacted me and I am excited to be sharing what's to come in the follow-up to "Seasons!" Instagram Facebook

Poetically expressive alternative/rap artist Novaphasefive has turned heads with his latest, enigmatic release. As an artist who was integrated into the music scene from an extremely young age, Novaphasefive uses his music as a means to relay his life story. All of those highs, lows, and in-betweens are communicated through his songs, and Novaphasefive intends to lose his listeners in his eclectic sound. Novaphasefive's latest project is a song debut titled "honesty with the sphinx." The song contains a mix of contemporary and post-modern genre elements, which makes up an intriguing ambiance. There's a dark tone to the vocal delivery of Novaphasefive, which he hopes gets translated in a vibrant way to listeners. Once you notice that he uses a luxurious blend of styles, you'll successfully understand what makes the song so peculiar in totality. In all truth, "honesty with the sphinx" garners such an authentic attraction due to its eclecticism, which naturally leads to one fixating on the narrative itself. Novaphasefive made a point to prove his versatile flow in "honesty with the sphinx." A genuine, vibe-worthy atmosphere was created with ease, and we're patiently waiting for his new music to release. Welcome to BuzzMusic Novaphasefive and congratulations on your single debut, "honesty with the sphinx." What were your immediate thoughts upon the release of your song? When first releasing this song "honesty with the sphinx" I could feel this song was gonna go far, like it feels like something like a movie, but it's a song. I thought to myself, "wow...this one is crazy". What kind of narrative were you intending to create in "honesty with the sphinx?" Do you think this one was easily understood by the song's listeners? With this song/chapter in my music, it was the official death of a particular conflicting phase within myself. I feel for sure this one was well understood definitely. How were you hoping "honesty with the sphinx" made its listeners feel? I could only hope that for this song as well as all my music in general that it's a certain level of calm at ease is felt, but specific to this song I hope the listener is understood within themselves. To have honesty with yourself. As an artist who has had a long journey with music, what are some ultimate changes you see within yourself from when you first began your music career, versus now? I'll say an obvious growth vocally a more emotional output, and as well a greater focus within my lyrics harmonies and overall creation of atmosphere itself are all much more concentrated and depth is applied better now with my current music that's coming out and my more recent releases. What's next for you? What's next? What's next I'd say listeners and fans can look forward to live shows and more of me, as I am, over the next couple of months to come. Instagram

Coming in hot from Toronto's east end, rapper, songwriter, and recording artist PRE$I releases his highly-anticipated and lively single, "At the Top (Freestyle)." The star on the rise broke his silence with a debut single, "Gift of Gab," in October 2020, which showcased PRE$I's lyrical talent, melodic abilities, and distinct vocal tone. With follow-up releases like "Elephant in The Booth (Freestyle)" and "Far Away," among others, PRE$I has been leaving fans at the edge of their seats. After a brief hiatus, PRE$I is back and better than ever with the anticipated release of his powerhouse single, "At the Top (Freestyle)." This track truly puts PRE$I on the map as another artist to come out of the 6ix. Bringing the track to our speakers in hopes of securing more fans down south, PRE$I's latest single truly isn't one to let slide. Produced by Hood Robin, "At the Top (Freestyle)" kicks off with a haunting flute sample that drops into a heated and authoritative hip-hop beat. As PRE$I jumps into the track, he demands our attention right off the bat with his braggadocious bars and exciting energy. As the heavy drums begin to pound through our speakers, PRE$I continues his flaming hot performance while delivering nothing but power and passion. PRE$I holds this unique and aggressive tone to his delivery that leaves us feeling nothing but exhilarated, as it enhances his passion for his creative craft. As the track punches its way to the outro, PRE$I leaves us in awe of his dominant performance and his ability to think on his feet. Douse yourself in the flames of PRE$I's latest single, "At the Top (Freestyle)," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic PRE$I. What a fiery and exciting track you've released with your latest single, "At the Top (Freestyle)." What was inspiring your bars during this particular freestyle? To give a bit more context/background, prior to this release I went on a 4-month hiatus due to writer’s block. I was struggling to finish writing the original “At the Top”. I decided to step away from the song temporarily to not block my creativity and delay my release further. A few weeks later I booked a studio session and tell Hood Robin to pull up. During the session, Hood Robin says he’s been working on a few new beats so we decided to play some of them. The first couple beats didn’t move me but then he played “Windy forest” (the title Hood Robin labeled the beat) and then at that moment I told him that’s the one and then I hopped right in the booth to record. The title of my latest single is self-explanatory…the top is exactly where I’m headed and I’m letting everyone know from now! The bars were mainly inspired by the beat, when I heard it I just knew it was going to be one of those songs hence the line: “This sound like some really at the top sh*t! This sound like some PRE$I had to pop sh*t!” Did producer Hood Robin pre-make the beat for "At the Top (Freestyle)," or was this a collaborative process? Is this your first time working together? Hood Robin and I have been working together since I officially started releasing music back in October 2020 (which makes a year officially this October). This single is actually our 2nd song together, the first track we collaborated on was “TD Bank” ft. Kadence. The beat for “At the Top (Freestyle)” was included in an email amongst several other beats, as we had begun going down the list and clicked on “Windy forest” I instantly knew that this was going to be our next official collaboration. Hood Robin has acted like a jack of all trades in many instances; from being a cameraman, engineer to creative director and producer. It’s quite evident to say that we’ve developed a lot of chemistry musically as well as genuine friendship. Could you enlighten us on what goes through your mind when freestyling bars, similar to your experience creating "At the Top (Freestyle)?" How are you able to think on your feet and create cohesive lyrical content? When it comes to freestyling you never know what your gonna get, it's like a wild card…when a beat is just so infectious it just takes over me and like an artist, I paint! I try to reach the “black out” which for me is where my brain is just on autopilot and I’m merely just a vessel for the words and energy to come out of. I like the audio in my headphones to be all the way turnt up! “One knob away from deaf” I say. I want to feel as if I’m “sitting” inside the music and there is nobody else around. Just me and the beat. Regarding your unique, passionate, and aggressive tone, was this inspired by any artists in particular? Or did you create this brand out of pure instinct? Ironically the aggressive tone in my voice stems from the types of artists I dislike. I feel if you have something to say on the mic you should be able to move someone based on the message you are trying to send, sometimes I feel like there is a lack of conviction in some artist's voices. In addition, I believe hip/hop has always been known for its competitiveness so who am I to break tradition? In regards to my passion for music, I’ve waited a long time on myself to put music out, and now that I have, I’m going to make sure everyone knows what I have to say. One individual who I can say, that has inspired/reminded me to bring the passion and energy is Meek Mill, the tone he carries in the majority of songs is something you can feel, and it’s become a strong part of his musical demeanor and swagger. What should we know about your artistic brand? How does your music help us get to know you and what you stand for? As far as my artistic brand goes, I represent the following: Authenticity Versatility Independence Quality Dedicated to my craft Fashion-forward Presidential #IWannaPresi (A female who wants to experience what it’s like to live in my world) My music is an extension of myself. PRE$I is not a persona. I stand behind what I represent and what I represent is all of those points listed above and more. I want to create timeless music whether it's relatable or not. The musical linage I intend to leave behind will be known as an artist who was consistent on putting out top quality records from the day he came in the game till the day his jersey is retired. Instagram

Born and raised on the east coast in Hartford, Connecticut, BB Mike began to study music at a very young age. Starting with trumpet, he fell in love with jazz, rock, and hip-hop in his youth. He even toured throughout Europe in 2010 with his high school jazz band. At the end of 2019, BB made his way out to Los Angeles to further pursue his solo work and career. Some of his biggest inspirations besides Kaytranada include MF DOOM, J Dilla, Gorillaz, Knxwledge, Anderson. Paak and Flying Lotus. Since then, he has been creating music, working on his production skills, and has released three self-produced singles, "Montgomery Blend," Rise Up," and "Goner." As we take our ears to the buoyant hit, we can't help but immediately hear his musical inspiration speak into the relaxed grooves that he portrays in his pieces. Featuring the elusive vocals of creative Rozie Baker, how the production seamlessly blends with her delicate timbres is genuinely otherworldly. Basking in the upbeat vibrancy that comes pouring in through the instrumentation portion of this track, it's rather mind-blowing to see just how much the lively energy heard in the soundscape can complement the intimate croons heard on a more profound level. Allowing us to drink from a fountain of tantalizing hues, we admire the way that "Goner" can be placed on as easy-listening background music or in the foreground as the soundtrack to your life. Just like all great producers, we hear how BB Mike allows for room to breathe as each instrumental component has its time to shine amongst the melodic harmonic of a lead vocal on the track. This is a prime example of what a jazz background would teach an up-and-coming production architect, and it's great to see how BB Mike puts that into action as his dynamism with Rozie Baker leaps from the speakers. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic BB MIke. We admire the soundscape that is your most recent self-produced single, “Goner.” The two of you work together in such a wonderful manner. How did this collaboration come to be, and what was it like working with one another? Thank you for those kind words! Rozie and I started working together at a coffee shop in West Hollywood right before the pandemic hit and throughout 2020 learned about each other's musical talents. The collaboration blossomed in the first few months of 2021. I sent over the beat for 'Goner' in February with one lyric idea: "You always wandered too close to the edge no hands on me." Rozie really enjoyed the groove, vibe, and lyrical idea, so we decided to meet at my studio in Hollywood and have a writing/recording session. Working with Rozie was amazing because every time we met to write and get ideas down in Ableton, it felt so raw and honest. We had both been through a toxic relationship recently, so our emotions and ideas matched in such a nice and unique way. We both got down on paper what we really wanted to say, and how we actually felt when we were enduring those hard times. Could you please shine a light on what the creative process looked like as you both brought this vision to fruition? Our creative process was spread out over time. With the song's concept beginning in Jan/Feb, our first recording session was in March. We met at my home studio in Hollywood and planned on just getting some ideas down based on the one lyric idea I had already shared. We were able to record those first few lines (beginning of the chorus) that night and really talk about a vision for the song. We listened to artists we each respected and jived with lately. We were both heavily inspired by Kaytranada and Kali Uchis' '10%'. Our next recording session was more productive because we were able to finish the chorus and write a hook and verse. Our mutual friend Kyvon, came by to observe our creative process. This was my favorite session because we were really able to dig deep into each other's memories and emotions. I remember at one point Rozie was lying on the floor for at least 30 minutes trying to finish an idea for our first verse. The final writing and recording process was for the second verse, which was the most challenging to write since we didn't want to sound repetitive in our songwriting. After we had all the lyrics, we made sure our vocals were consistent and done all in one session instead of trying to piece together the random segments we had from over the past few months. So once the structure and vocals were done in July, the rest was up to me (mixing & mastering), which took some time since I wanted the song to sound really crisp and bouncy. I finally finished and mastered the tune in August. Throughout the summer though we got our promotional material ready by having a photoshoot for press photos and shooting a visualizer near downtown LA for the Spotify canvas. Can we expect more BB Mike and Rozie Baker collaborations in the future? Were there any major takeaways as you released this track to the public? You most certainly can expect more BB Mike x Rozie Baker collabs in the future! Between our time together working at the coffee shop and creating art together, Rozie and I have become very close since the pandemic began. We might not be in the same place come next year, but that won't stop us from working together remotely. I am currently working on new music right now with an assortment of vocal chops Rozie has recorded over time, and they are really fueling my creative process & creations! So stay tuned. A major takeaway I got from this release was that there is no better feeling than being proud of your art, and how it can benefit those around you positively. We had a release party at my friend's house and I was able to perform the new song on a DJ set. I also realized that my path as an independent artist will continue to be both rewarding and challenging. I am more focused on how the song does over a long period of time vs. how it does on release day. How does “Goner” compare to the other two songs previously released under your production? "Goner" is my best work yet. It really shows my growth as a solo artist. It is much more electronic/house-focused. The last song I released, 'Rise Up', is a wonderful tune featuring my friend Sarah, and was fun to make in the early months of the pandemic. It is much more RnB-focused. I believe the song could've used more sections/hooks. 'Montgomery Blend' is chill, sample-collage focused, and definitely unique but when I relisten I can tell that I still had some things to learn about mixing and laying out multiple ideas in just one concept. 'Goner' is so cool to see complete because I have noticed that my skills in mixing, songwriting, and soundscapes have improved so much, and I feel very proud to see the growth across the three songs. Instagram Facebook

From Cincinnati to Los Angeles, singer-songwriter and producer Lazy Daze drops his vibrant and stimulating single with his latest release, "Killing Me." Zach Miller, a.k.a. Lazy Daze, fled to Los Angeles three years ago to build a name and career for himself. His passion for music and songwriting helped him build a catalog of unique and original songs. Striving to make people's days better with his summer sounds, Lazy Daze also wants to create space for more Asian-American artists in the indie music scene. Now releasing his hazy and romantic single, "Killing Me," Lazy Daze wears his heart on his sleeve while drifting us into a daydream with his soothing and savory performance. We adore the song's dreamy and atmospheric feel, as it allows us to focus on Lazy Daze's passionate lyrical content while tapping our feet to the song's groovy and lighthearted beat. Jumping into the single, "Killing Me," the track takes off with a wavy and lush alternative instrumental through upbeat drum arrangements, dizzying electric guitars, and thumping bass licks. As Lazy Daze makes his soothing and breathy vocal appearance, he begins to passionately expand on someone who's caught his eye with their otherwordly beauty and grace. Drifting through this West Coast-inspired tune, Lazy Daze continues to shake our speakers with his dense bass riffs alongside his bright electric guitars and passionate performance. We love Lazy Daze's ability to place us in the heart of such romantic and passionate scenes with his descriptive lyrical content, as he grooves his way to the song's end without a dull moment in sight. Submerge yourself into the passionate depths of Lazy Daze's latest single, "Killing Me," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Lazy Daze. What an exciting and groovy sonic adventure you've taken us on with your recent hit, "Killing Me." What inspired your passionate and romantic lyrical content in this piece? Glad you guys are enjoying the tunes! So I wrote the song a few months after I moved to LA from Cincinnati. And a few months before I moved to LA I met a girl that I started to develop feelings for. It really sucked knowing that I was going to be moving and wouldn’t be able to see her. Once I actually moved and stopped talking to her it really killed me (pun intended) that I couldn’t see her as much as I would want to. I wrote this song just to express those feelings that I had at the time. My inspiration for the lyrics was based loosely on the first night that we met and also how much it sucked not being able to see her after I moved. What was your creative process like when formulating the hazy and dreamy instrumentals for "Killing Me?" How did you begin laying down your foundation and working up from there? I always start with the rhythm guitar and drums. With the rhythm guitar I always just play around with chord progressions and see what chords I'm feeling at that moment. Then I’ll figure out a tempo (usually up-tempo cause that’s what I like) and work on a drum beat that obviously goes along with the rhythm guitar. Once I get that done then I’ll lay down a bass line. I always like having melodic bass lines but for “Killing Me” I kinda just went with a more simple and traditional bass line for the verses. But the bass line during the chorus is so fun to play and is one of my favorite bass lines that I’ve made so far. I was just trying to go for an overall fun and chill vibe, and I think I was able to fully accomplish that once I added the falsetto background vocals and lead guitar parts. I just had a really fun time making this and I think you can hear that in the music. There's nothing more rewarding than hearing a song you made that you really love, and that's why I get so happy whenever I listen to "Killing Me." What sort of listening experience did you want to offer listeners with your latest single, "Killing Me?" The kinda experience that I want people to have while listening to LazyDaze is chill, euphoric, and nostalgic sonic adventure. I hope I can make them feel a vibe with my instrumentation. I always love upbeat and happy-sounding songs so that’s what I tend to write. With my lyrics, I hope that people can relate. I write a lot of love songs because falling in love, for better or for worse, is something everyone goes through, so writing songs about all of the emotions that come with that is something I enjoy, and overall I just wanted to write something that everyone could relate to. We've noticed that you also dropped a music video for "Killing Me." How does the music video enhance the song's passionate lyrical theme? For the video, I just wanted to have visuals that would add to the overall vibe of the song, and I'm really happy with how the shoot turned out. I was able to get my friend Steph to be in the video, and we just spent a couple of days surfing and chilling with homies on the beach. Obviously, the song is about a guy falling in love with a girl he can't be with, and we thought about making the video more narrative-based, but in the end, we thought it'd be best just to have something simple that would be fun to watch/be a part of. My manager Jack had his friend Nic shoot the video because we wanted it to look like those vintage skate/surf videos that were big in the '90s, and Nic is a skater who really appreciates and knows that aesthetic and I think that's clear with how well the video turned out. What's next for you? Planning on another set of visuals for a track off of my ep "Pitted" that I released in July, and then it's back to dropping more music! I have a ton of songs that I’m just sitting on right now and I think people are really going to love them. Stay tuned! Instagram Twitter

From Trinidad to Toronto, singer-songwriter, poet, dancer, and actor Jäjé releases a hot and heavy spoken-word rap with her single, "333in" off her latest EP, 'Brunch Erotica.' The multidisciplinary Toronto-based artist never fails to wow her audience, whether she's dancing, acting, singing, or delivering her spicy poems. She's had the pleasure of performing at top-notch Toronto venues like the Mod Club, El Mocambo, and the Phoenix Concert Theatre. Jäjé recently released her debut poetry EP, 'Brunch Erotica,' on all digital streaming platforms. The EP showcases Jäjé's lyrical dexterity and ability to place listeners in the middle of her descriptive scenes. Without the need for instrumentals, Jäjés delvers her powerful words while bringing us to our knees. The outro track of the EP, "333in," offers one of the most desirous and lustful listening experiences we've heard this year. Taking a listen to "333in," the piece takes off Jäjé's sultry and powerful vocal tones that spill a heated spoken-word rap while describing scenes of rolling up her weed and keeping her vibes at a high. Without hesitating, she jumps into incredibly sexual and spicy scenes that bless our ears with erotic energy that's equally as intriguing as it is irresistible. We love the anticipation and passion that Jäjé brings to her vocal delivery, especially as she describes the intimate scenes of getting down and dirty with someone special. A few "oo's" and "awe's" roam the background and emphasize the sexual and fiery atmosphere. As Jäjé expands in energy and lust, she closes the piece with a soft whisper while sending chills down our spines in a hurry. Satisfy your inner cravings with Jäjé's delicious single, "333in," and find the rest of her poetry EP 'Brunch Erotica' on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jäjé. You've truly stopped us dead in our tracks with your hot and heavy spoken-word piece, "333in." What inspired you to create such an erotic and sexual poem like this? “333in” is definitely very bold, which is why it’s hands down my favorite track on the entire project! Believe it or not, '333in' is actually a mashup of two different poems. The first poem, entitled ‘fuel’, is featured in the first 32 seconds of the track. It was inspired by an undeniably potent sexual synergy I shared with someone with whom I couldn’t explore that. My solution was to write about what it would be like if I could! The latter half of the track is a poem entitled ‘straddling’, which was inspired by an encounter so surreal that I simply had to capture it in a poem! How does this sexual and lustful theme play out throughout your EP 'Brunch Erotica?’ Which tracks emphasize this theme the most? Prior to when I began curating ‘Brunch Erotica Audio’, I had already pinpointed that the project’s focal point was sex explored from a sensus/visceral lens. As such, I was very adamant in ensuring that each piece, in its own way, candidly dove into these themes. Each track within the project serves as an audible illustration of different types of sexual encounters, so it’s kind of hard to single out which tracks emphasize these themes most since they all do! I will say though, in terms of raunchiness I think ‘You Love It’, ‘Lace N’ No Cure’ & ‘333in’ definitely take the cake! What was your lyric or poetic writing process like for ‘333in?’ Is it easy for you to mentally place yourself in those scenes and describe what you're feeling? The overall process for writing ‘333in’ was an interesting one! As I mentioned before, ‘333in’ is a mash-up of two poems entitled ‘fuel’ and ‘straddling’. I first wrote ‘straddling’ at the beginning of 2019, but as I wrote it I was severely unsatisfied. I wanted it to be something greater but I couldn’t figure out what was missing. I spent about two weeks writing, rewriting, and tinkering around with it until finally, I realized that it needed a rhythm! Once I added the snapping and restructured it, ‘straddling’ came together really nicely as a piece! Two years later at the beginning of 2021, I wrote ‘fuel’ in about a day, as a means to release the tension I previously mentioned. Initially, I had set out to write it in poetic prose, sans any particular rhythm or beat, but I ended up writing it with a rap-like cadence. Nevertheless, I was really happy with it so I left it as is, resolving to use it at the start of a rap verse once I found a good beat. It wasn’t until I started putting ‘Brunch Erotica Audio’ together that I realized ‘fuel’ encapsulated similar energy and, to my surprise, a similar rhythmic flow to ‘straddling’. Once I saw the synergy between the two pieces, putting them together was a no-brainer at that point! It’s hard to say whether it’s easy for me to immerse myself within my experiences because it's more or less innate. Not to mention, imaginably, being able to do so comes with its perks but also its regulations. What I can say is that most of the time when I begin to write an erotic piece my mind is already in the gutter! Generally, I tend to let my emotions dictate my writing, it’s an extraordinarily simple yet complex process! Would you say that descriptive erotica and sexual approaches are a staple for you and your creations? Do you usually delve into such passionate themes like this? I’m hesitant to say that these are staples within my work, however, I’d be a liar if I completely said no! Erotic prose is certainly a reoccurrence that presents itself in my work from time to time. With that being said, I also create tons of work that revolves around living within this human consciousness, that has nothing to do with sex! As an artist, I strive to create pieces & projects that share my truth while also often being infused with a message. Sometimes it’s sexual, sometimes it’s not, but it’s always a vibe! What's next for you? Currently, I’m working on my next ep entitled ‘commonOccurance’, which is a collection of pieces that delve into the perils of life and the lessons they bring. I’m really excited about this project since it showcases a more introspective side to my artistry while allowing me to flex my skills as a vocalist/musician which is always fun! Plus, not only has it been nearly over two years in the making, but it's thematically very different from 'Brunch Erotica Audio'. I'm excited to showcase a side of Jäjé that only those who've seen me perform live to get to normally see! It's definitely going to be one for the books, so stay tuned for its release! Instagram Facebook