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Sheri Miller makes the work of her latest single, “Gold Hearted Man,” a running leap into her six-track EP ‘Waking Up To This Miracle Life.’ Combining a seamless blend of sensuality with a poetic escape of musicality, the reflective lens into Sheri Miller’s heartrending universe is a remarkable journey we get to embark on. We get to witness the singer-songwriter propel a burst of passion in “Gold Hearted Man,” as she allows us to tap into the depths of ourselves. Through her captivating vocal performance, the textured croons carry a substantial amount of power that has the cascading lyrical motifs soaking into the musical foundation before us. Sheri Miller profoundly delivers primitive radiation of energy that is met with the interpretation of physical and spiritual desire as the song progresses through the motions. Casting out an anticipating rush of sentiments that have us embracing our own emotions that match the glorious whirlwind of authenticity, Sheri Miller’s hauntingly beautiful timbres create a storyline in solely the conveyance. Recording this masterpiece with GRAMMY-winning producer Jeff Bova, the thrilling soundscape that draws us towards Sheri Miller like a magnet leaves us with a long-lasting impression of her artistic capabilities in a realm where she portrays such a timeless resonance. Through a tumultuous swing of various thoughts surfacing, there is no doubt about the empowering ebb and flow that dances within our headspace in a compelling foundation of Sheri Miller’s artistry. Welcome to BuzzMusic Sheri Miller, and congratulations on the release of your captivating new single “Gold Hearted Man.” With such a powerful delivery in your vocal performance and the emotion you demonstrate, was there a particular story or moment that brought this song to life? Thank you, I appreciate it! Yes, I wrote this song in a hurricane flood of powerful emotion, basking in the afterglow of a soulful kiss. The music and lyrics poured forth with a wild force and current, strong as a raging river. Sometimes I receive songs fast and furious and do my best to translate them as they flow through, seemingly already written. All you can do is enjoy this golden flood of song blessings, take out your iPhone, pen, guitar, and piano, and capture the magic lightning in a bottle. When it was time to record the vocals in the studio, at first I felt uncomfortable singing deeply sensual lyrics in front of other people. But when the recording light blinked, BOOM- I did it! We got passionate live-take after live-take, bursting with emotion. It felt like a gift. I am proud of the powerful feeling we captured in this recording. What persuaded you to make this the lead single from ‘Waking Up To This Miracle Life?' How does “Gold Hearted Man” speak to this project's overall concept? It was clear as a golden, sun-streaked warm day that the passion, electricity, sparks of excitement in “Gold Hearted Man” could incite listeners, as the first lead-off track on the EP; that it could wet their ears, burn up their hearts, and grease their souls with pulsating energy and exhilaration. When you know, you know. I love getting people’s bodies stirred up with a beat and driving music, and their souls revved up with passionate poetry and lyrics. Call it a holy duo. I call it “soul dancing” or “heart dancing,” so to speak. I felt aligned and alive writing and recording “Gold Hearted Man,” and I desired to transmit this same aligned energy to those hearing and feeling it, as their delicious hors d’oeuvres to this EP feast. Could you please share a glimpse into what it was like working with Jeff Bova and Chris Lord-Alge? It was magic, blissful, and bursting with joy, working with Jeff Bova and Chris Lord-Alge. Jeff is not only a magnificent human, generous, loving, soulful, and high-integrity, he’s a brilliant producer, creator, composer, engineer, genius, and passionately committed to music and art. He brought out the best in me, and our creative synergy is truly special. We share similar creative musical tastes, and we read each others’ minds, easily. Our collaboration brought these songs to a new interstellar dimension of magic. It’s a dream to work with him. A gift. Chris Lord-Alge is not only an extraordinarily generous, funny, kind, wise, spectacular human being, he’s a legendary, iconic mixer, producer, engineer, music creator. He has so many gold and diamond hit records in his recording studio, it’s positively overwhelming to walk in without your jaw-dropping, in awe of how one human being could accomplish such success. Chris’ radio edit for “Gold Hearted Man” sparkles with gold magic, and has brought this track to life, even more. Both Jeff Bova and Chris Lord-Alge are my dream team. I’m honored and blessed to work with them. They ARE the definition of gold-hearted men. Their hearts are pure gold. Was there a particular theme you reflected on when bringing life to this song? What would you like your audience to reflect on when they take in this single, and the larger EP? Yes! That sensuality is deeply enhanced by one’s own soul, one’s character, one’s generous, kind, loving heart of gold. Yes, being confident and loving yourself IS sexy, and for both men and women, an expanded, gorgeous heart radiating love is truly the most attractive trait and characteristic. All the sensual cologne and perfume in the world can’t cover a dried-up heart. Be a kind, loving person, own it, radiate it, live it, and watch how many are attracted to your gold-hearted self. Your gold heart is your greatest pheromone. I’d like my audience to take in THEY have a gold heart too. You are good, and one kind thought, one smile, one loving gesture can connect you to your own gold heart. The larger EP expands on this theme of radiating love and connecting with one’s own soul. It introduces the idea that it is a miracle to be alive, to wake up every morning with a beating heart, pumping on its own independent accord. It’s a miracle to be alive, at this moment in time. I’m thankful to write these answers. I’m thankful for this miracle of life. Instagram Facebook

The overall creative flow of 21-year-old Nolle has her talents reigning from Canada. Born into generations of family musicians, she resides in Vancouver, BC, taking her multifaceted ways to Music Management while writing and producing her musical creations. She showcases a profound understanding of her emotions, especially in her songwriting abilities with a sound often described as experimental indie soft rock. Nolle continues to push the boundaries by beginning to make a name for herself as a much-needed strong female voice in a male-dominated industry. As an unconventional resonance pours from the artistic grasp of Nolle, we're open to a world that is timid in its diverse hues. At the same time, the compelling nature of her most recent release, "congratulations," takes on many forms possessed by the eccentric approach. Dipping into the slow-tempo that remains backed with an ethereal atmosphere, the consistent transition that drops and peaks through a time signature that is meant to break free from normalcy defines the origin of Nolle and her malleability when it comes to forming soundscapes. There'sThere's an abundance of imagination that swirls as this piece pulsates through the speakers. With Nolle'sNolle's intimate vocal performance having a laid-back flow that trickles through your mind with ease, there's a soothing ambiance that comes from the amalgamation of sonic inclinations brought forth. Through the darkest moments that are reflected in the moonlight of lyrics, words such as,' ' until you began falsely stating that you're innocent and confessed you quit loving the me you made,'' allow us to feel the melancholy that's laced into this composition. Going with the motions in a way that has us latching onto the seemingly intense overflow of virtuoso offerings, "congratulations" strays from the song's title and takes us on a varied avenue of the intended meaning.

Los Angeles-based pop artist, singer-songwriter, and producer Matt Paul invites us to get in the groove with his latest passionate single entitled "Dial 4 U." With a background in audio engineering, Paul began his solo career as a DJ before delving into recording and releasing his own original tracks. Influenced by Drake, Aaliyah, and Justin Timberlake, Matt Paul is known for creating a sweet blend of genres like pop, r&b, and hip-hop. He's also had the opportunity to collaborate alongside producers like Yonas-K Beatz (Jhene Aiko), Louxtwo (Chris Brown, Tory Lanez), VSHY (Tory Lanez), and more. Fueling our passionate fires with his latest single, "Dial 4 U," Matt Paul delves into an incredibly lighthearted and spirited venture while dialing for someone's TLC. We love the song's overall nostalgic feel, as it reminds us of classic 00s songs from acts like 50 Cent. Hitting play on "Dial 4 U," the track opens with Matt Paul's groovy and melodic hook alongside sweet woodwind samples, a warm acoustic guitar, and the punchiest of hip-hop drums. As Matt Paul jumps into the first verse, he begins to playfully expand on how he's always down for someone's call while feeling nothing but intrigued and enticed by their alluring ways. As Matt Paul continues to deliver the utmost passionate and playful lyrics, he keeps the groove alive with his rhythmic delivery and the song's overall chilling sonic arrangements. As the track comes to a close, Matt Paul gives us all the passion and desire we need from a heartfelt and playful song like this. Add "Dial 4 U" to your booty-call playlist, and find the single on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Matt Paul. We adore the playful and energetic feel of your latest single, "Dial 4 U." What inspired you to write this passionate and spirited single? I appreciate the love! This single was about past experiences in relationships. It’s about the feeling of wanting someone so badly that you’ll do whatever it takes to get them to come over. Did you create the beat yourself for "Dial 4 U?" Why did you choose to go with this nostalgic, warm, and melodic sonic background? Did you have any artistic influences in mind when creating the sonics? The song was produced by HossyBeats. I’m a big fan of the 90s R&B vibes it gives off. The integration of the guitar riffs over the percussion is really something special. One of my biggest influences in music is Aaliyah and this track is definitely an ode to her work. I try to emulate her sound in a modern-day form through all of my work. It’s the best way I feel I can pay homage to one of my late idols. What impact did you want to make on the listener with your single, "Dial 4 U?" What did you want them to feel and experience? I wanted the listener to really be able to vibe to the song and for it to provoke emotions out of people. I think the act of chasing after someone you truly adore is so common, and I just wanted to capture that in a record. I hope it resonates well with people. On a broader note, since you've worked with rather notable producers across the board, could you enlighten us on what you've learned when working with such skilled industry professionals? What did you take away from these experiences? Being in the industry has really taught me a lot about myself since I began singing officially. I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to meet and work with a lot of talented producers, engineers, and songwriters. Collaborating with them has lead to a lot of great experiences and has really opened my eyes to put a value on my own work ethic. I’ve become somewhat of a perfectionist when it comes to my music and that’s something I’m proud of! Instagram

Detroit Native, singer-songwriter, and recording artist Faye L. releases a sweet and soulful tune with her lush debut single entitled "All Wrapped Up." Bringing her own style of r&b/neo-soul to the contemporary music scene, Faye L. was brought up on the influential sounds of Motown, which she brings forward today in her savory tunes. She's more than excited to get the ball rolling on her solo career with refreshing singles like "All Wrapped Up." Produced by David Baskerville, D.B. Harmony Records, and Mr. Brian Garrett, "All Wrapped Up" takes listeners through a sweet and sensual debut while Faye L. serenades us with incredible soul and passion. Not to mention the song's fluttery and bright r&b sonics; each aspect of this song truly leaves us in a dream-like state. Listening to "All Wrapped Up," the song gently opens with a warm r&b drum arrangement alongside sweet and melodic keys and Faye L.'s angelic vocal stylings. As she dives into the song's first verse, she sweetens our listening experience merely due to her lush vocal abilities and the natural passion that oozes through her stunning vocal portrayal. As we move through this piece, we're met with various production elements that spice up the song's sonic atmosphere with nostalgic synths and vocal filters that bring us deeper into the passionate listening experience. As a tender male vocal begins to serenade us, he brings the song this perfect back and forth while leading us to the outro with nothing but heart and devotion. Allow Faye L. to serenade your soul with her refreshing debut single, "All Wrapped Up," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Faye L., and congratulations on the release of your passionate debut single, "All Wrapped Up." Why did you want to release this song as your big debut? How does it help listeners get a better idea of the music you create? I chose "All Wrapped Up" as my first big debut song because I feel it is relevant and could be one of those timeless songs with a catchy hook, you just can't get out of your head. For me, working from a track was a bit challenging, because I was used to working with live musicians. However, part of my creative process is being able to listen to the melody lines of an instrumental and letting it speak to me. That's how I was able to come up with the hook for "All Wrapped Up." What inspired your passionate and sensual lyrical content within "All Wrapped Up?" The track for "All Wrapped Up," was given to me by Brian Garrett. I collaborated with him along with David Baskerville on the song. How did producers David Baskerville and Brian Garrett help navigate the song's sonic atmosphere and vibe for "All Wrapped Up?" What was your collaboration like with them? Their engineering capabilities brought the Sonic atmospheric sound to the song, which I thought was a perfect fit for the lyrics. While writing the sensual lyrical content of "All Wrapped Up," I got to thinking about conversations I've had with friends about relationships that seemed to overtake people in a metaphysical way. Who was the male feature within the second half of your single "All Wrapped Up?" Why did you feel that the song needed a warm male vocal? The male voice that you hear towards the end of the song is David Baskerville. Who is also a singer/songwriter and producer. While we were working on the song, we felt like there was something missing, adding a warm male voice into it, gave it a response effect, which balances the song out. Although there are all kinds of relationships out there, It takes two people in love, to be all wrapped up in a good relationship. What's next for you? What's next for Faye L. I am currently working on a full album but will be releasing few more singles. Based on love, relationships, and some life experiences.

From Cincinnati, Ohio, blossoming hip-hop artist, songwriter, and rapper Me'Shell blasts our speakers with a confident and assertive single entitled "Mad Hoe." Striving to connect with her audience in Ohio and globally, Me'Shell's talent and natural power is bound to present her with many opportunities to make this goal a reality. The female hip-hop star has already opened for acts like Young MA, Cuban Doll, Asian Doll, and Keak The Sneak while performing at events like Compton Pride, LA Juneteenth, and the Cincinnati Midwest Black Family Reunion. Now releasing her 23-track mixtape, 'Black Gurls Rock,' we've decided to hone in on one of the project's fan favorites, being the 7th track, "Mad Hoe." The track is the perfect representation of Me'Shell's limitless energy and confidence when delivering her heated bars, especially as she stomps her way through the track while demanding our attention the entire time. Listening to "Mad Hoe," the track kicks off with Me'Shell answering the phone where a woman attempts to bring her down while shedding a few disses her way after hearing that Me'Shell was seen with her boyfriend. An unphased Me'Shell proceeds to jump into the verse while laughing it off and bringing us into her poised and powerful performance. We adore the charismatic tone of Me'Shell's vocal delivery as she dives headfirst into her fiery bars while enlightening us on why these mad hoes can't compare to her talent, beauty, and overall badassery. As a powerful brass transition bulldozes our speakers, Me'Shell leads us to the outro of this powerhouse banger. Don't be "Mad Hoe," take a listen to Me’Shell's recent single for a needed energy boost. Find "Mad Hoe" on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic Me'Shell. We love the intensity and energy of your recent hit, "Mad Hoe." What inspired you to write this playful, confident, and dominant single? My inspiration came from my haters honestly. People will always talk bad about you but it’s a reflection of what’s going on inside of them. They are just mad. What was your songwriting process like for "Mad Hoe?" Was it easy to write such charismatic and carefree bars to display your unphased ways? The writing process was pretty easy. I used different things people have done to me or said about me and ran with it. The beat got repetitive so that’s when I switched it up and blended another beat into it. Who created the powerhouse beat for "Mad Hoe?" Is this producer credited on several songs within your mixtape, 'Black Gurls Rock,' or just this one song? "Mad Hoe" beat is from the song “Nann” by Trick Daddy featuring Trina. It was produced by Righteous Funk Boogie. The mixtape is a diverse mix of Producers from 99’s-2000’s. How does "Mad Hoe" fit into the overall vibe of your mixtape 'Black Gurls Rock?' How does this song enhance the project's theme? "Mad Hoe" is a hard-hitting street banger that gives you black girl power unfiltered. "Mad Hoe" lets you know, Me’Shell is not the one or the two. The theme of "Mad Hoe" prepares you for a hard-hitting, unfiltered, Black Gurl Magic mixtape. Instagram

J. Zito has been making music for a long time with friends in the Detroit music scene. Emerging from a dark place and gaining some perspective, he felt a need to explore political problems through the music he has created. If he could have anything, it would be for his music to inspire the listener toward this sort of radical normalcy. Music has always been a critical tool for promoting good ideas in society, and J. Zito hopes his creations can be helpful. Bringing our attention to J. Zito’s most recent single, “Colors Off,” we get to experience the world that J. Zito perceives through his interpretation of the world’s skewed lens. Using an array of impactful drum hits, distorted guitar riffs, and eccentric synthesizers, the nostalgic feel that makes itself familiar in this song swaddles our headspace in a rhythmic expose of everything J. Zito stands for. Applying complete ease that comforts listeners as they take in J. Zito’s vocal performance, his tantalizing croons serenade us in lyrical motifs that have us latching onto his individuality. Words like, ‘I see you breaking stuff, maybe we’ve been deranged. Come take your colors off, now you don’t seem strange,’ have us exploring the thought process J. Zito encountered, which evoked such a powerful message. Embracing the psychedelic feel that “Colors Off” has us re-living, this tour through the eras proves itself to be rather enticing with its gravitational pull. What we love the most about this record is the versatility that J. Zito applies, as he enhances the “Colors Off” soundscape with glimmers of brightness to his unique dark sound that listeners can expect to hear from him. Keeping us on the hook of what his artistic jurisdiction has to offer, we encourage J. Zitto to keep the mesmerizing records coming. Congratulations on the release of “Colors Off,” J. Zito. After admiring this piece with the official lyric video, we would love to hear about this song's deeper meaning from you. Could you please share some insight? Thanks! Creating this project was a really fulfilling experience. "Colors Off" is basically about letting go of tribalism. The past couple of years kind of blew my mind as people on my side seemed to lose their minds and tear everything apart. Friends were denying reality and saying things that were obviously false; It made me skeptical of the whole thing. “Take your colors off” refers to team colors, political colors, gang colors, whatever. It’s saying that we’re all human, and sure we may need groups, but our common humanity is more important. That’s what led to the song as well as the lyric video. In creating this project I kept coming back to the quote from Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, the famous survivor of the gulags: “…the line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being. And who is willing to destroy a piece of his own heart?” It’s an almost trite message these days but at the core, everything I’m singing about is something like that; maybe the problems we see are more internal than we realize. We understand that all artists have a different way of approaching their craft. What does your typical creation process usually consist of, and did you find that “Colors Off” fit into it? For me it’s about recordings like a million little idea snippets, just me and a guitar, that’s it. Then after I let them sit awhile, I sift through them to find what ideas seem sort of sticky. There are usually little words or phrases that emerge from the subconscious in those, and I try to figure out what my brain was trying to get out there. Like, why did I fixate on those words? Or what could they potentially mean to me now? Then I start building on that. While writing this album I also learned a lot from my dad, who learned music theory at a young age. Playing with the key, stepping carefully outside of it to create tension, I did that in several places as a direct result of conversations we had about songwriting. "Colors Off" definitely does that; the chorus uses a pretty classic chord progression but in a way that stretches the boundaries of the key. That technique was super fun to play with. What would you like to be the biggest takeaway from this record? “Before it Gets Better” is unapologetically political. Nowhere do I see a political party that really represents me, and that’s a problem lots of people are having. All of our interactions are a mess, and it’s tearing us apart. It seems to me that we need radical dedication to a few simple principles found all across the political spectrum. This album is saying that it’s not “what do we hate?”, it’s “what do we love?” People on the left love justice and progress, people on the right love freedom and tradition, to those are all beautiful ideas to bring together. Instead of coming together, many people are doing the opposite. They’re calling the opposition evil, saying “just burn it all down”, saying anything to advance a cause, no matter how false. That’s what songs like Everything Goes and Let Me Sleep are about: the cost of lies, destruction, and dehumanization is way too high, no matter what your end goals are. How does your mission statement as an artist speak into who you are away from your craft? “Music for the Politically Homeless”, to me, doesn’t mean being apathetic about politics. It means accepting the reality of the mess we’re in and following those underlying principles we keep fighting about. In my day-to-day life, I’m surrounded by people who disagree with me on how to implement these things. That’s actually a good thing! Iron sharpens iron. We can’t just tear each other apart, tear it all down, demonize and hate each other. We need to love and accept each other because I could be wrong about my favorite belief and you could be right! I’d rather find out than assume I’m correct. Building something great, repairing the structure, listening to different ideas, changing your mind when you realize you mess up…that is so much harder. But it’s remarkably better. What would you like new listeners to know about your music? Every lyric I write and every note I play comes from a place of love. Even the most furious moments on the album are out of love for people in my life. Some of it was written through tears, sitting through stay-home orders and watching everything get politicized, and watching people turn on each other. It all really sucks. But the one thing I want people to take away from my work is that we have incredible potential to build something together if we can learn to listen, stop assuming our tribe is right, start working together to simply solve problems. That’s a bit like what songwriting is to me: a dilemma arises in the form of a little snippet of a musical idea that wants to come alive. I have to look at it from every angle, get outside perspectives, question myself and the truth of what I write, and build something. I don’t know, maybe if we all approached politics like songwriting we could get somewhere. We’re going to need cooperation and careful self-criticism before any of it gets better. Instagram Facebook

Born in Atlanta and raised in Sparta, GA, Ezey Da General began his pursuit of a music career at the age of nine. Through the various trials and tribulations that Ezey Da General has experienced, a life of experience in the music industry, and a pursuit for his true passion has led him to pursue his music career in a fortified fashion. Creating a record label under the name Ezey Da General, he pays homage to his childhood nickname Eazy E. Here to tell his story through his debut album 'PTSD,' we get to pick up on a side of the artist that was waiting to be discovered. This 11-track compilation of songs seems to get the quintessence of Ezey Da General across in a fluent fashion that has you wanting more. Telling his life story in a way that allows us to tap into the vulnerability he portrays, there’s a profound rush of honesty that connects us with him in a remarkable manner. Being one for collaborations, we get to feel the artistic virtuoso of Kern Deuce, MachoBeats, and Jett Grimes, as these emerging talents accompany Ezey Da General on the intimate messaging, and impeccable rhyme schemes disbursed through 'PTSD.' From opening with the title track, and the captivating allure of "PTSD," you find yourself weaved into the effervescent rhythms that sweep the speakers as we hear Ezey Da General’s lyrical finesses taking control of this soundscape. This isn’t the only time that you get to fall into the overflowing passion and realism that’s held in the vessel of Ezey Da General’s headspace and heart. On songs like “Dollar & a Dream,” “Please Forgive Me,” and “Ain’t Supposed To Be,” this foundation of truth makes it so that when he takes the tempo down, we get lost in the soothing righteousness of traumatic childhood memories, dreams being within reach, and the ebb and flow of love. Holding onto a fortified comprehension of what he longs to reiterate to his audience there’s a cognizant blend of lyrical motifs that push to the surface in the records, “Astigmatism,” “The Pursuit,” “Please Forgive Me,” and “Cracklanta.” As each track mentioned encapsulates a unique flair in how the conscious wording of Ezey Da General is performed, the common denominator is his noteworthy storytelling techniques, as he immerses you in a sea of verses that are more prominent than the last. Allowing us to embrace his artistic versatility, the consistency that remains mesmerizing throughout this album is the traditional elements of Hip-hop that Ezey Da General continues to carry forth as he raps with a therapeutic bellow in his tonal distinction. The words that he carefully curates compliment the bolstered intoxication of his witty bars that lure you into the impactful masterpieces at hand. Propelling a buoyant swing to songs like, “Don’t Mind Me,” and “Pick N Roll,” Ezey Da General displays a well-rounded wheelhouse of all that he can conjure up and convey with such ease and grace. This includes the more melodic approach that has us feeling the instrumentation of records like “P.E.M.D.A.S,” as the universe cast out touches on themes of lust and love, further enhanced by how he utilizes mathematical principles to describe his infatuation with a potential love interest. As he kicks off the project in a way that has us delving into a force field of emotions, the raw delivery accentuates the tone that we leave this project off on with “G.O.A.T,” as Ezey Da General exclaims the importance of taking heed to advise and learning from the experiences of oneself and others. Using the familiarized acronym in a way that makes him stand out from the rest, he pauses the greatest of all time route and takes one that is less traveled with “G.O.A.T,” reiterating Game Over All Things. Embracing the body of work that we graciously got to experience, the brilliance of each track placed on this album has us feasting on a smorgasbord of sounds that burst with an ingenious contrast. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Ezey De General, and congratulations on the profound body of work that you’ve released with 'PTSD.' Bringing light to events that have shaped you to be who you are today is no easy feat, so we commend you on taking that leap. What inspired you to bring these topics to the spotlight versus shying away from difficult subject matter to address? I wanted to highlight issues that I have personally struggled with those everyday people like you and I battle to overcome. Growing up in the environment that I was raised in resulted in a lot of trauma. These traumatic experiences are difficult to overcome at times, especially when people feel they’re dealing with them alone. I want people to know that we share these experiences. I also wanted to tell my story and talk about how I have coped with mental health through creativity, but also with other methods that aren’t productive. Sex, alcohol, and drugs have all been a part of my journey as self-medication. But the one thing that has always worked for me has been telling my story through my music. Your lyrics are so witty, and you have a true knack for wordplay as an emcee. Who are your musical inspirations that have contributed to your writing process? I’m truly inspired by a lot of past and present greats. I have taken bits and pieces from many artists along the way. Some of my biggest influences are Nas, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, the late great Biggie Smalls, OutKast, Project Pat, and T.I. My style was developed from not only listening to but also studying these artists and their styles. There are so many others I can name as well. Out of the 11-tracks that we’re offered upon 'PTSD,' do you happen to have a record that resonates with you more than the others? Why? The title track '"PTSD" is the one that I think resonates with me the most because it truly tells the story of my life and my journey from an emotional, psychological, mental, and physical perspective. It truly gives the listener an inside look at me. I talked through my journey. When you listen to the song you will metaphorically walk in my shoes. Another track that resonates a lot with me is “The Pursuit.” I have been pursuing this dream for a very long time, and I’m still chasing it. I’ve been rapping since I was a young child, and was even signed to a label at age 15. Twenty-two years later I finally released my debut album. That’s crazy to think about! I almost gave it up, but a close friend gave me the best advice in 2019! He told me, “you’re never too old if you can still do it.” Those words stick with me to this day! But I also know that when you dream big you have to be willing to put in that work to accomplish your dreams! How long did it take you to put together this project? In terms of it being your debut album, were there any songs that didn’t make the cut, or you would have liked to? It took me about 6 months to physically write and record the album, but it’s been about a year through the creative process of developing the project. The album was originally supposed to be titled “Smoke & Mirrors,” but as I was writing it took on a different direction than I originally wanted. I think that worked out for the best though. There were supposed to be several more tracks on the album, but I cut some off for different reasons. Some of the songs didn’t fit the theme, so I kept those in the vault for now. Some I released independently as singles because I wanted people to hear them. Other songs were left out because samples weren’t cleared in time for release. There were a couple that I wanted to include that had features on them, but the features weren’t submitted in time so I decided to go on without them. Overall though, I believe the 11 songs that made the project create a perfect collective balance, so I’m very happy with the final result. What has been your biggest takeaway from the creation and release process of this album? My biggest takeaway from the creative process is to be present. Be in the moment and let what you’re inspired to write take over. Sometimes as artists we try to force a topic or concept to come together and it doesn’t work. The other thing was to just tell my story. That’s what people want to hear, especially when they can relate to it. From the release side of things, there is a lot to actually getting an album released and it takes a lot of patience. After the final mixing and mastering process was done, I was so eager to put it out the next day, lol. But you have to be patient because there are so many things that go into that process, plus promoting your music and getting people to buy into you as an artist take time. I released a couple of singles to get people prepped for the album. Instagram

Australian artist Bernardine has blended her classical roots into an indie/pop-inspired electronic style. Her charismatic lure brings on a strong attraction to her sound, and it's safe to say that she brings a bright light to the BuzzMusic listening community. The latest musical offering from Bernardine included her single, titled "Tiptoe." Once we caught up with her, she explained that her song was about giving herself and others the "permission to shine." She elaborated that oftentimes people can hinder their own spirit and light in fear of outshining others. Nevertheless, Bernardine hopes to uplift her listeners with "Tiptoe" and encourage them to be comfortable in the spotlight. Her accompanying music video for "Tiptoe" generated Bernardine's vision for the song in an incredible way. Working with filmmaker Patty Sway, the "Tiptoe" video was able to depict various themes of character growth, adventure, and living life to the fullest. To read the full BuzzMusic article on Bernardine's song and video "Tiptoe," click here. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Santa Barbara, C.A., songwriter, rapper, and producer Brandon B announces the release of his groovy and groundbreaking single, "Expensive Habit." Having written and produced for names like Katy Perry, Too Short, and Michael Marshall, Brandon B's credits don't stop there, as he spent much of the early 00s producing party-rocking tracks with DJ Z-Trip (LL Cool J's DJ). Recently announcing the release of his new single, "Expensive Habit," Brandon B brings listeners deep into cash-blowing routines. After a private listen, Brandon B stopped us dead in our tracks with his confident, playfully obnoxious, and intelligent bars. We're incredibly excited for our readers to get to know this hit, as it brings both rhythm and talent all in one. Keep your eyes open for Brandon B's forthcoming single, "Expensive Habit," coming soon to all digital streaming platforms. Instagram

Just Once is a New York-based songwriter and rapper, born and raised in Mount Vernon. By working creatively with his peers from the age of 17, he grew his burning passion for music and writing. Having self-financed his musical education in music production at the Institute of Audio Research in New York City, he takes his musical influences of New York Hip-hop legends such as Heavy D, Pete Rock, CL Smooth, Grand Puba, and Jay-Z. He applies their unique and trademarked sound to the legacy that Just Once is carving out for himself. Through a series of conscious bars that contribute to the depth running in Just Once’s mind, his most recent single “Fight,” takes us through the fiery hoops that he has leaped through in order to be where he is today. The piano forward instrumentation sparks a light of inspiration within us as the harmonic sample that accompanies the poignant features of this composition instills a cognizant melody dwindling on hope and persistence. Just Once has a distinct tone that exudes rays of his perseverance in a glimmering bout of technique attributing to talent. With his lyrical finesse making waves in the sonic realm of old-school Hip-hop, we find that Just Once plays upon what truly matters in the genre, and that’s telling a story that is backed with meaning. If you’re in need of a refreshing outlook on what it takes to climb the ladder of success, Just Once has you covered with realism that has you grasping onto the edge of your seat. His lyrical motifs go above and beyond leaving an imprint with the words reiterated, and crawl into the illustrations that portray vivid imagery we can clasp onto. Allowing us to tag along on the journey of his life as he continues to make his way to the top, the authenticity that shines through each word penned leaves us with a comforting feeling that drives the motivation we have living inside of ourselves. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Just Once. We admire the brilliance that you share with us in the lyrics of “Fight.” When it comes down to allowing yourself to be vulnerable, has that been something that has always flown naturally for you? No, it has not always been something that came naturally or easily for me. I always kept what I was thinking or feeling concealed which lead to frustration and anger. I find it easier to let those feelings go through music. In your own words, could you please shine a light on what “Fight” means to you? What do you hope that your audience can take away from it? "Fight" is my motivation, my drive to keep moving forward and to keep grinding towards my goals in life. I would hope for my audience to gain this message from it: Don't give up, don't stop fighting for what you believe in, if you fall 7 times, get up 8. Also, make sure your circle of people, family or friends, will stand and fight through anything with you, not against you. At what point did you know that you wanted to share this piece of your story with the world? How do you find that your headspace has adapted from the time of writing “Fight,” to this very moment? I knew the moment I returned to the music industry this year that I was going to share my music and stories with the world. This record is just the first of many projects yet to come. I got my mind right with this project. I am completely focused and now that this record is being heard around the world, I am eager to get more music out there! Throughout your career, what is the proudest moment you have to share on your road to success? This is one of my proud moments as we speak! Having the opportunity to return to the music industry as of 2021 and I am making every move possible to succeed. At age 23, my daughter was born and I was awarded custody of her which was, "the proudest moment of my life". At that point, I decided to put music on hold to raise her and make sure I was there for her 110% before returning. What would you like new listeners to know about your music? I intend to be diverse and consistent with my music. I will be working hard to create music my fans want to hear, I am not just making music for myself. Instagram