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Anonymous musician Freddie Freeloader is the sole composer of each and every song he releases. As a multi-instrumentalist, Freddie Freeloader takes his sweet time in crafting the soundscapes of his songs, which usually fits into the alternative/rock music scene. The latest self-produced single from Freddie Freeloader is titled "I THINK SHE THINKS" and it's your official alternative/rock escape. "I THINK SHE THINKS" will likely strike you with its potent electric guitar riffs, if not its heavy electrically nuanced synth collection. Freddie Freeloader promotes an eclectic and punchy production as a result and sparks interest right from the beginning of the song with such an ambiance. Lyrically, "I THINK SHE THINKS" is Freddie Freeloader's means to express his various thoughts surrounding a relationship with a woman. The nonchalance from Freddie Freeloader's romantic interest seems to prove there's a lack of care on her end, yet her actions show him that there might be more than she's letting on emotion-wise. In the end, Freddie Freeloader leaves still seeking peace of mind and clarity. All in all, "I THINK SHE THINKS" carried an authentically cool alt/rock energy that hosted an emotionally stirring storyline from the life of Freddie Freeloader. Welcome to BuzzMusic Freddie Freeloader, and congratulations on the debut of your single, "I THINK SHE THINKS." This song is one of three to be released, all of which lead up to your debut EP release. How does "I THINK SHE THINKS" relate to the other two singles still set to be released? Thank you for the congratulations, it's so exciting to have my first song out for people to hear. "I THINK SHE THINKS" (ITST) is a specific moment in the broader story of my debut ep "Crimson I". Each song on this record is different from the other because each song is a specific moment in my life from the end of 2019 to the end of 2020. I had just left a high school sweetheart, a 5-year long relationship which was immensely difficult to do. Though "ITST" isn't the immediate highlighted moment after this relationship ended, it was the first song I had written. Really, it started as me writing down how I felt about the whole situation because other means of finding closure were not successful. How emotionally impactful was "I THINK SHE THINKS" for you? Were there any difficulties surrounding the creative stage of the single due to its emotional component? "ITST" was very impactful to my emotions, as is the whole album and the new songs I'm working on. The writing process of "ITST" was quick and allowed me to realize how I was spending my time. The process allowed me to find closure in one of the mental and emotional battles I was in. "ITST" had little to no difficulty in writing, it was an outpouring of thoughts from pen to paper in a week's time. What kind of atmosphere were you hoping to set with "I THINK SHE THINKS?" In terms of atmosphere, I want "ITST" to feel easy and digestible within the first or second listen. So the listener can have an open passage to explore the lyrics and this moment more in-depth with their own interpretation. Hopefully, I've written the lyrics of this moment well enough that someone can implement their own experience and find our moments are relatable. As the producer of your songs, how did you go about producing "I THINK SHE THINKS?" The production and creation of "ITST" and "Crimson I" were in my bedroom, so no high-quality rooms or gear haha! But, I spent most of my time focusing on getting the best natural sound I could achieve from the instruments and the best takes I could perform. I give all the mix and master credits to my producer Mike D'Arolfi from Toronto, Ontario. I also recorded the vocals with Mike and he really helped me feel comfortable recording vocals for the first time. Can you explain to readers the meaning behind "I THINK SHE THINKS" and how it attributes to the release of your future EP? There isn't much of greater meaning or moral of the story to "ITST", it's more a reflection of how I felt at a certain time. Before I wrote the lyrics, I found myself in a state of confusion with a vacancy of love. I had confused myself by thinking I made a mistake leaving this relationship. I missed the feeling of being in love and I wanted it back so badly. Because of this, I lost the clear self-image I thought I had about myself. Everything around me was still the same, but half of my identity was gone. I spent a lot of time dwelling on old memories, longing for emotions that vanished and had no certainty of coming back. In terms of its relationship to the EP "Crimson I", it is 1 of 5 specific moments in the time frame I previously mentioned. Instagram Artist Website

From Syracuse to Los Angeles, songwriter, rapper, and recording artist Angvl releases a sweet and passionate contemporary ballad with his latest hit, "Cherry Pie." Striving to evoke profound emotions in the listener through each release, Angvl always gives his audience a reason to continue listening. Inspired by late acts like Mac Miller and Nipsey Hussle, Angvl never shies away from wearing his heart on his sleeve in order to form a deeper connection with the listener. Sweetening our days with his latest heartfelt and passionate ballad, "Cherry Pie," Angvl opens his heart while inviting listeners to experience his vulnerable and sincere emotions. As he grooves alongside the savory and downtempo beat, Angvl offers an incredibly warm and genuine performance to heighten our emotions. Taking a deeper listen to "Cherry Pie," the song opens with a smooth electric guitar and a punchy mid-tempo beat that brings this beautiful lo-fi experience. As Angvl joins the party, he begins to ride the beat with incredible passion and heart while enlightening someone on their power and beauty. As Angvl continues confessing how he needs someone special by his side, he's perfectly complemented by the song's soothing sonics that brings equal amounts of passion as Angvl's lyricism. Moving through the song, Angvl loses us in a daydream with his warm delivery and natural charisma, as he's able to perfectly convey his deepest emotions while allowing the listener to relate. As he continues expressing his love and devotion for someone dear to his heart, Angvl takes our hand while strolling to the outro of this lush and dreamy tune. Open your heart with Angvl's latest passionate single, "Cherry Pie," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Angvl. What a sincere and heartfelt single you've released with "Cherry Pie." What moment or experience inspired you to write this deeply passionate song? The Idea and "Cherry Pie" draws from the fact that I was really infatuated with someone at the time so I found the instrumental with the name "Cherry Pie", I tried to just capture how I felt at the time while also putting some premonition in how I wanted things to end up all around the nickname "Cherry Pie." Why did you choose to rap over such a lush and soothing lo-fi beat for "Cherry Pie?" I love Lo-Fi-themed instrumentals, they carry the perfect atmosphere for whatever I like to say and allows me to really control the emotion brought by the music. I find & purchase all my instrumentals at the moment and spend a decent amount of time doing so, when I heard the first 10 seconds of "Cherry Pie", I knew it was the one. Did you produce the sonics yourself for "Cherry Pie?" Or did you collaborate with any producers to help navigate the song's feel and atmosphere? "Cherry Pie" was produced by the talented Jomei Beats & then recorded and engineered by Steve Brown of Subcvat Studios here in Syracuse, NY. I also had fellow artist/friend Hayden finish things up for me to really give it the feel and warmth I was looking for. (@prod.jomei, @brownmixandmaster, @subcatstudios, {at}hydnprblms) Was it easy for you to be so open when writing your passionate lyrics for "Cherry Pie?" What was your songwriting process like? I try to be honest to an extent when I write, I always try to paint a picture and be vivid with my words so when writing at the time it all just spilled out one day. I didn't really intend to make a full song but I got drawn back to it through a Real Life situation then ended up giving me the last verse to put all together. I'm honestly really happy with the story I give in the song, I feel like it represents who I am pretty well while staying true to the Image I was trying to shape. What's next for you? I have another single releasing on September 17th named Sunrise! I team up with another producer while keeping my same core engineering, I'm beyond excited for how the world reacts to both of these songs. Instagram Facebook

The 21-year-old singer-songwriter, Ellarra is based in Ontario, Canada, with a sound best described as a fusion of R&B/Soul, Jazz, and Neo-Soul. She began writing music at the age of 5, but her passion for music flowed from as early as the day she was born. Writing directly from the soul, as her music is rooted in truth, nothing gets held back as she performs from the heart's core. Dipping into an opulent reiteration of the smoother than butter techniques that Ellarra expresses, her latest single “Peace of Mind and You,” comes to us from a pacifying wave of yearning. The Jazz forward soundscape indulges us in the warmth of saxophone notes that cascade upon a timely rhythm steered by the resonated bassline and protruding guitar riffs. Through every element in the instrumentation being purposeful to the point where the impact it has is inimitable, the striking foundation of passion-infused spirit taps into our disposition thoroughly. With lyrical motifs like, ‘I don’t want to choose in between peace and you,’ swarming our headspace with the factuality that resides in a passage of this capability, we’ve all been through a situation that requires us to feed into the nonsense more than we should have. Exuding a mature sound with the powerful timbres she transmits through the sound waves, Ellarra lets us feel all of the Amy Winehouse vibes that recharge our very being. It’s rare to come across such a unique vocal tone these days, and the way that Ellarra allows this to radiate in a new-fangled dimension is rather uncanny. “Peace of Mind and You,” takes us into the ebb and flow that certain relationships bring in themes of lust and romance. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Ellarra, and congratulations on the release of your latest single “Peace of Mind and You.” Coming from a place of personal experience, did you find it fairly easy to tap into this headspace when crafting this song? Yes, I’d say so! I wrote this song in the heat of the moment when needing to release any pent-up emotions and feelings about a certain situation I was in. Music for me is many things but especially it is a form of Therapy; so, often before even talking to anyone about my experiences I go to music first. This is why I always say if you want to know things about my life or what’s going on with me, listen to my music first. Do you feel that your soul gets to experience closure after writing such vulnerable content? What do you hope you can take away from every writing experience? Absolutely. The soul and music are so closely related to me so every time I finish writing a song I feel as though a weight has been lifted from me. It’s a form of reclamation of my inner peace and power. What I hope I can take away from every writing experience is the peace in knowing that I was completely honest with myself and left all my cards on the table. What would you like your audience to grasp from the themes and messaging exposed in “Peace of Mind and You?" Is there a particular lyric that you’d like to resonate with them more than others? If anything, what I hope my audience grasps is what they need from the song and leave the rest behind. This song, “Peace of Mind and You”, encompasses my own experience of being in a relationship where the love gave wasn’t reciprocated and the effects it has on self. You can’t force someone to love you the way you need to be loved but you CAN love yourself the way you need to be loved. Choose yourself and your peace of mind and I promise the rest will align. The particular lyric(s) I hope resonates more than others would have to be “You’re bearing all the fruit that I provided, leave it alone”. This essentially means I’ve given you all the love (fruits) that I can give yet you’re not willing to reciprocate or acknowledge it but you still want to be the only one receiving it; If you can’t reciprocate the love, then leave it alone. Being your first release of 2021, what does “Peace of Mind and You” say about the direction your sound is headed? It says it’s only up from here and expect the unexpected! I’m constantly evolving as a being and as a musician so expect that to be reflected in my music as well. My music is rooted in my own truth(s) so however, that chooses to manifest…time will tell. What's next for you? Stay tuned for much more music on the way! An ep/body of work is in creation; however, I have no set info or date for its release, just heavily trusting in ((divine timing)). With hopes that all stays well in the world, live shows/performances are also coming soon! Thank you for showing me as well as my music so much love and for sticking with me through it all, big things are coming! Instagram Facebook

The Boston-based r&b/soul artist and singer-songwriter Stephània serenades our souls with her emotional and relatable third studio single entitled "Tell Me." Currently attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, Stephània plans to move out west to Los Angeles after graduating in order to pursue her blossoming solo career. Growing up, Stephània was immersed in the sounds of Motown, funk, and r&b, all of which perfectly shine through in her eclectic and magnetic releases today. Recently releasing her sweet and soulful single, "Tell Me," listeners are able to form a solid introduction with the young singer-songwriter as she wears her heart on her sleeve while wishing for an ex to make his return. The shimmering r&b instrumentals perfectly enhance Stephània's honest and vulnerable lyricism, making for a soothing and relatable listening experience. Expanding on the single, "Tell Me," the song gently opens with the softest of r&b instrumentals that glimmer like a diamond in the sun. As Stephània makes her tender and angelic vocal appearance, she begins to serenade us with lyrics that touch on the cold chills and painful emotions that come with a yearning for her ex-lover to return. As Stephània continues her soulful and passionate lyrical venture, the plucky guitars and chilling keyboard melodies float down from above while perfectly settling underneath Stephània's powerful vocal delivery and enhancing her honest and vulnerable words. As the song comes to a lush ending, Stephània leaves us in awe of her brilliant vocal delivery and the song's chilling r&b atmosphere. Allow Stephània to peel back the layers of your heart with her passionate third studio single, "Tell Me," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Stephània. What an enthralling and captivating experience you've delivered with your recent single, "Tell Me." What inspired you to create this honest and vulnerable piece? 1. Wow, thank you so much for your lovely compliments on "Tell Me!" I wrote this song during the Summer of 2019 while I was back in my hometown in Cyprus. It was right after my significant other and I decided that it would be best for us to part ways. However, being back home gave me the space that I needed and the time to think; which made me realize how much I still desired him and wanted what we had to not be over anymore. Did you encounter any personal challenges when opening your heart and writing your vulnerable lyrics for "Tell Me?" Or was it easy for you to convey these profound emotions? I tend to be very conversational and direct in my songwriting. As much as I love indirect/metaphorical lyricism it just feels more natural to me to be very descriptive about the story I'm telling. Introducing 'Tell Me' for the first time to my band and family definitely put me in a vulnerable position but once it all came together and was released for people to listen to, it just felt right. No matter how "revealing" I am about my personal story, I think it's what makes my listeners want to listen to my music. What was it like creating the instrumentals for "Tell Me" remotely, alongside the various musicians and producers? What did this creative process look like? I started producing "Tell Me" on Zoom sessions when the pandemic first began, with one of my very good friends Riccardo Gresino who also plays keyboard on the song. It was definitely a challenge, trying to bring all our musical ideas together in order to make a piece of music from scratch as we were all in different countries at the time. The bassist was in New York, the guitarist was in Brazil, the keyboardist was in Italy, the drummer was in Boston and I was in Cyprus. So what we did was come up with a basic draft idea and I recorded draft vocals, I sent it to my musicians and they all sent me back their recordings. Making music like that can be difficult as you're not in the same room as your musicians, so sometimes people aren't on the same page as each other. However, when I came back to Boston, I met an amazing mixing engineer, Flo Mavridorakis, who used the recordings we already had and brought the song to another level. He made it sound like we all recorded in the same room, on the same day, because it feels like all of us on the track are very much tied together. How does "Tell Me" contrast your previous singles "Boy" and "Best Part?" What makes "Tell Me" stand out from your other two releases? "Boy" was my first single, it has a little more of an upbeat and fun vibe while it still tells you the story, as it happened! It was also fully produced by CARRTOONS so I wasn't as involved in the making of it. I feel like lyrically and musically, 'Tell Me' shows maturity and growth in my writing and musicality and I also got to co-produce it, so I feel even more connected to it. The story it tells also means very much to me as it got me through what was happening during the time I wrote it. 'Best Part' is an arrangement of H.E.R.' s and Daniel Caesar's original version of the song that I did with some incredible musicians at college 2 years ago. What's next for you? My plan right now is to finish my last semester of college and then move to Los Angeles in California to pursue my career in performing and songwriting even further! I dream of working with some of my favorite artists and playing at bigger venues. Instagram Artist Website

Dat Boy Supa and CasinoATX were two motivated artists, playing the name of the game. The two artists crafted and performed their own hit singles, adhering to a somewhat similar music style. With performances occurring at similar venues, the two artists inevitably met, and once they realized their passion for hip/hop and rap music was oh-so-similar, Dat Boy Supa and CasinoATX decided that they would combine their efforts and become SupaSino. SupaSino is your quality, energy-infused, dynamic power duo that you haven't known you've been craving, until now. The duo focuses on recognizing the best elements of each other's talents, and they ensure that these components get translated through their collective sound. Today, SupaSino has already released their debut album, titled "Afrofuturistic," almost a year ago, and it truly feels like a smooth blend between Dat Boy Supa and CasinoATX's individual sounds. After the album release was featured, listeners began understanding what a true SupaSino duo means. The two artists revel in their confident personas and emulate an intense charisma together, which is what creates that potent atmosphere presented in their songs. If you're looking for a prime example, we suggest you check out "Sinner's Prayer," a noteworthy track off of this duo's album. All in all, SupaSino proved that their combined artistry offers a more refreshing product, leaving us in anticipation for what this music duo will be creating for listeners next. Dat Boy Supa Instagram CasinoATX Instagram

Coming in hot from Boston, Massachusetts, singer-songwriter, model, dancer, and pop artist Gigi Vega releases one of the most stimulating and groovy singles we've heard this year entitled "Down Crazy." After reaching a whopping 10 million views on TikTok with her single, "Milestone Kiss," Gigi Vega quickly became the hottest recording artist on her record label, BreakOut Music. Also a screen actress and broadway performer, there's truly no stopping Gigi Vega's vast success, as she's the female pop powerhouse we've been looking for. Basking in the glory of her latest single, "Down Crazy," listeners can catch Gigi Vega in an upbeat and lively tune with immense passion and soul. Alongside the flaming hot and dynamic production, Gigi Vega wears her heart on her sleeve in a playful way while inviting listens to get down with the song's groovy and energetic feel. Hitting play on "Down Crazy," the song cheerfully opens with beaming synth arrangements and punchy drum breaks. As Gigi Vega's melodic and sensual vocals begin to flutter through our speakers, she later takes us through the thrilling experience of refreshing love while allowing us to move and groove to the song's irresistible sonics. It's no wonder why this song has managed to surpass artists like Bruno Mars, Bad Bunny, and Justin Bieber on the U.S. Top 100 iTunes charts, as it's nothing but a sonic adventure from beginning to end. As Gigi Vega serenades us until the very last beat, the song closes on an exciting note while leaving the listener with boundless thrills. Go "Down Crazy" for Gigi Vega's latest single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for chatting with us at BuzzMusic Gigi Vega. We're truly head over heels for your recent hit, "Down Crazy." What moment or experience inspired you to create this fun-loving and exciting tune? Thank you. The goal was to create a fun song and visual that everyone could enjoy for the summer. There are a lot of dope songs out there that I love, but I can't relate to them because they are written from a guy's perspective. I wanted an upbeat song that women in particular could relate to. That was the vibe I was going for. Who produced the engaging sonics for "Down Crazy?" What was your collaborative process like with the producer(s) on deck? "Down Crazy'' was produced by Grammy-nominated Blaq N Mild. He is a super talent, well-known for Drake's New Orleans bounce "In my Feelings". I collaborated with him from day one. He took it to the next level with this one. The production layers were an ideal team effort. My BreakOut Music Team was all over this one. What sort of experience did you want to offer your audience with the release of "Down Crazy?" How did you want your audience to feel and react to this single? It’s for the parties, an all-around feel-good song. It has been a rough year or two, the objective was to make people feel upbeat and think about anything but the pandemic. Music has the power to change people's moods. That was my goal, an escape. On a more personal note, why do you think your music has been so successful thus far? What makes your music different and stand out from other pop/r&b recording artists? I write from a very genuine place and I think people sense that in my voice and through my words. My lyrics aren't cliche or typical. They definitely make you think. I am also a professional dancer, so I instinctively make music that you want to get off your feet to move to. Instagram

With an impressive history of engaging live performances and activism, singer-songwriter and punk artist Shiragirl returns to question the sanity of our social media fever with her latest music video for "Antisocial Media." Something that struck us was Shiragirl's dedicated activism towards gender equality, female empowerment, and providing resources for female and non-binary artists. Having raised money for girls' charities and shooting a music video at the Women's March, Shiragirl's advocacy doesn't stop there, as she continues to make our industry and safer and more empowering place for anyone and everyone. Expanding on her latest music video for the single, "Antisocial Media," Shiragirl and her accompanying female bandmates left us in awe of their energy and wit. What's somewhat eerie is the fact that Shiragirl's music video seems to be satire, although, it's a spot-on representation of our modern world and relentless drive to become known via social media. Beginning our venture into the music video for "Antisocial Media," we're met with a powerful punk instrumental that takes off with energy and vigor. As Shiragirl begins to put on this valley girl facade, she playfully reminds us that we don't have to personally know her to like her posts or become mutuals on social media. As the video continues, it breaks into absolute anarchy as we see the female bandmates losing their minds over not getting enough interactions or not conveying a perfect life in their posts. With the various in-depth and highly conceptual scenes that emphasize the vanity of our modern world, Shiragirl leaves us analyzing whether this particular route is beneficial for the minds who are still molding. Watch as Shiragirl and her bandmates make a mockery of our modern media-inclined world with her latest stimulating music video, "Antisocial Media," now available on YouTube. Welcome to Buzz-Music Shiragirl. There are no words to express how grateful we are for your conceptual music video for "Antisocial Media." What inspired you to write a song based on the vanity of our modern motives in terms of social media use? So glad you appreciate our concept, thank you! I think the effects of social media on our mental health came to a head over the pandemic, where it was our only chance to connect with more people, and we learned to accept living our lives through our phones, and social media validation. The song title is actually inspired by a text I sent to our band thread, and our bassist declared, that’s a song title! It looked like it was likely a good time on set. Was it fun to put on this persona and imitate the life of an egotistical social media influencer? Yes, so fun! We picked this set because it had rooms that could be used both for the glossy side of social media and the dark side… it’s always fun to dress up and play different parts. How did you connect with director Heather Ballish and did you collab on the concept? Heather is incredible! We set out to work with a female director, which was harder than it sounds. Through word of mouth, Heather was recommended and ended up being the perfect collaborator on this project. She’s so passionate, dedicated, and really put in the work to make sure our message was heard and collective vision was realized! What is the one single message you would like your audience to take away from this release? I think it’s so important to remember social media feeds are not an accurate portrayal of real life. They are carefully curated and selected. It’s so easy to get caught up in social comparison, measuring your worth in followers/likes, and feeling like your life is not “enough.” But real life is nuanced, flawed, and has both highs and lows. Social media is not real life! Are there more singles dropping later this year? What can we expect? Stay tuned for more major news from Shiragirl-world!! Thank you so much Instagram Facebook

A proud Wisconsinite at heart, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, and recording artist Harper Starling tracks her journey to the west coast with her latest music video entitled "No More What If." Embodying the Upper Midwestern sense of modesty and humor thanks to her Wisconsin roots and upbringing, Harper Starling felt compelled to grow as an artist outside of her comfort zone. After making the move to California, Harper Starling scored various BillBoard dance hits that have made her a clear force to be reckoned with. Sharing her biography through her latest single and music video, "No More What If," Harper Starling and her uplifting message pour through our speakers while leaving listeners feeling inspired to reach for the stars. As the music video follows Harper Starling and her journey to California, we're able to get a better understanding of the young artist's passion and devotion to her craft. Peaking at the music video for "No More What If," the scene opens with Harper Starling hauling her luggage out the door and basking in her surroundings one last time before hitting the road. As she makes her way into Los Angeles, Harper Starling nervously strolls through the streets while fumbling her resumes, only to land in front of a businesswoman who graciously took her in. The second half of the video tracks Harper Starling's current stance and experience in Los Angeles, taking chances, seizing opportunities, and living in the moment. We love the concept of this music video, as it encourages any viewer to reach for the stars and follow their heart. Get your fix of inspiration with help from Harper Starling's latest music video for "No More What If," available to watch on YouTube. Welcome to Buzz-Music, Harper Starling. "No More What If" is one of the most inspirational singles to drop this year. Why was it important to track your journey out west with this release? Happy to be here! I wanted to share my journey in order to help others find the courage to take their own risks and pursue their dreams. You're a natural on camera. How did you link up with Devin Dilmore to shoot the music video? Did you collaborate on the vision? Thank you for the compliment! Cindy and I were researching videographers in Los Angeles and came across Devin’s website. We were very impressed with his previous work and through multiple conversations, knew he would be the perfect fit for our vision. I’m so happy with the synergy we all had during filming. Have you worked with Cindy Valentine or Niko The Kid prior to this single? What was it like working as a team on it? I have been fortunate to work with Cindy on prior projects of mine like Lip Service, No Excuses, and I Love Me. Cindy has worked with Niko in the past and knew he would be a great addition to this project. The three of us worked so well together that we completed a second single right after finishing No More What If. We're also fans of your single "Euphoria," do you think you'll do another track with The Perry Twins down the line? So happy to hear you enjoyed “Euphoria!” I’m always down for collaborations so we’ll see what the future brings! If you could co-headline your dream tour, who would it be with? I would be honored to co-headline with Lady Gaga! Do you have any advice for someone that's considering leaving home to follow their dream? Take a deep breath and know that while there may be bumps along the way, the risks will be worth it. We hear you plan on touring later this year! Can you fill us in? Where and when? I certainly am! I will be touring the UK this upcoming October with A1 for their A Game Tour. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Moreno Valley, CA, is Hip/Hop artist Dobbsthagr8t. After serving a four-year prison sentence, Dobbsthagr8t made sure that his focus and determination were sky-high. Promising himself that he would advance and grow his artistic career, Dobbsthagr8t sets out to establish himself with the release of his highly anticipated album, 'Phenomenal.' Influenced and inspired by artists such as Nipsey Hussle, Dobbsthagr8t extracts wisdom from some of the greatest Hip/Hop and Rap artists to craft his personalized sound. 'Phenomenal' features twelve vibe-worthy tracks that are dedicated to Dobbsthagr8t's late cousin, Andre. Dobbsthagr8t opens his album with "Intro," which features great quality instrumentals that create a thoroughly catchy beat. Dobbsthagr8t uses this easily flowing atmosphere in his strategic play and delivers his wordplay with tenacity. He's staying loyal to the game and letting everyone know it in "Intro." The track is Dobbsthagr8t's opportunity to shine a light on his strong mindset, and in the process, allow listeners to understand him in a more elaborate sense. He underlines some of his more lustful thoughts, as well as his perspective regarding his drive and motivations. There's always some type of strategy behind choosing the first track for an album. With "Intro," Dobbsthagr8t set 'Phenomenal' up in a great way, as he solidified the kind of energy and quality listeners will receive for the following tracks. Next up is "Gospel," a track that features more of a laidback production compared to its previous track. Dobbsthagr8t underlines "cleansing his soul" in this track, spitting lines that allow a deeper look into his self-perception of himself. He dives further into changes he's had to make to elevate his mind and soul, which offers some introspection and wisdom to attentive listeners. "Gospel" offered a great foundational understanding to the life of Dobbsthagr8t and was one of the deeper tracks associated with his album. Take away what you can from his authentic thoughts, as there's an immense amount of advice for the taking. "My Way" is the third track presented on the album, and incredibly clever lines get delivered in this track. Featuring artist WesWes, "My Way" offered a quality collaboration between the two artists, in which their combined emulated vibe meshes together in an extremely complementary way. "I told her that it's my way or the highway," Dobbsthagr8t sings, which should give listeners quite a thorough understanding of what "My Way" is all about content-wise. In light of the song's production, "My Way" had a combination of underground Hip/Hop elements to more contemporary rap delivers. An insanely vibe-worthy ambiance gets set with the performance of Dobbsthagr8t and WesWes, and this outpour of high-spirited energy is kept for the entirety of the album, as he never lets his performance dwindle in any regard. Following "My Way" is Dobbsthagr8t's fourth track, "The Moment." Higher-pitched vocals are brought into this track which changes the soundscape listeners may be used to within the album by now. Dobbsthagr8t takes the time in "The Moment" to reminisce over his life, venturing through the various impactful thoughts, memories, and prayers he has had. His delivery is undoubtedly strong and he's determined with the content he's offering. A looser sense of determination is set with the following track, "Felt," as Dobbsthagr8t lets his audience know that he's all about living in the moment and not worrying about tomorrow (at all!) The production matches a similar care-free mindset, where lively sonics are blended to create a laidback tone. There are a few lines in this track that hit a bit different than others so far, and we'll leave it at that! Next up is "Spill The Juice", a track where Dobbsthagr8t shares his thoughts on the meaning of friends. He alludes to the actions that underline an inauthentic friend, specifically one that "spills the juice." He further dives into the characteristics behind a real one and he gave a memorable performance regarding his lax delivery. That more calm delivery is paired with a laidback production, where the chosen synth integration offers a quality, yet mild vibe. Dobbsthagr8t seventh track on 'Phenomenal' is titled "Jealous," which already gives listeners a good idea of the content covered by him here. Featuring ProblemChildzz, "Jealous" takes us through, well, the emotion of jealously itself, but specifically the emotion that arises from others against him. We get to hear a raw version of what goes through the mind of Dobbsthagr8t, and how he views how others view him. Dobbsthagr8t offers another collaboration in this song, as he and ProblemChildzz combine forces to give an insanely authentic and their rapport was pristine. It's within "Jealous" that Dobbsthagr8t more sleek style gets to shine. It's safe to say that we would appreciate another collaboration from these two artists. Prepare yourself for a change in production, as the next track on 'Phenomenal,' titled "Intermission," is transformed, giving an overall soothing ambiance. The line delivery in this song puts more focus on the general story of Dobbsthagr8t life, in short. He underlines deeper aspects of his mindset, including his growth, maturity, and determination within his career. "Intermission" is the perfect track and time for us to reflect on Dobbsthagr8t's album thus far, as he crafts this rare, quality vibe in each track that is thoughtfully designed with impactful lyrics. Comedic relief ensues at various times, and we end up being thoroughly impressed with his overall approach. The next song, "9/12" is one to fully immerse yourself in regarding the lyrics. Sit down and focus on the voice of Dobbsthagr8t, as he has a ton of wisdom to share here. He hones into many aspects of his life, including family values and personal beliefs. Many interpretations can result from his material, nevertheless, many advantageous interpretations can be extracted and applied to one's own life as well. Every production thus far on 'Phenomenal' has been powerfully entertaining, and "9/12" isn't any different. The rhythm is as infectious as the performance by Dobbsthagr8t, and we were reeled in with his intriguing artistic persona that got presented within "9/12." "Dreams & Reality" is the following short and sweet track offered by Dobbsthagr8t, and he speaks on inauthentic aspects of some relationships, as well as reminiscent thoughts of late family members, in this particular track. Here is where Dobbsthagr8t's audience gets a more elaborate sense of who he is as an artist, as well as an individual. He solidifies the fact that his enemies should watch out for his strong mindset, as Dobbsthagr8t's isn't planning on waiving his anytime soon, which means he will only continue to rise with his exclusive sound. A ton about Dobbsthagr8t personal thoughts gets exposed in the following track, "Soul Food." Dobbsthagr8t goes back and forth between the chosen narrative but majorly focuses on his grind, mind, and actions within his life. He dives into the aspirations he holds close and, in the process, gives his audience a play-by-play on his successful mentality. Lastly, Dobbsthagr8t teams up with Cynthia Jackson to deliver "Letter To You," a heartfelt song that begins with a voicemail from a close family member of Dobbsthagr8t's. The voicemail brings a certain element to this track that's disparate from others, and we appreciate the creative interplay. "Letter To You" is the perfect way to end 'Phenomenal,' as Dobbsthagr8t endures the realities of his surrounding emotions. The production here is kept more consistent, with a neutral tone underlying the song for the real focus to be on Dobbsthagr8t. Real intentions of Dobbsthagr8t get unraveled, so give your full attention to "Letter To You" if you're wanting to get a good sense of what he's all about. Dobbsthagr8t's album was conclusively resilient, dynamic, and full of fervent passion. We're already anticipating Dobbsthagr8t's next move because it's already assumed his next release will be just as impressive as 'Phenomenal' was. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Dobbsthagr8t, and congratulations on the successful release of ‘Phenomenal.’ What does it mean to release this particular album, especially considering that it is dedicated to your late cousin, Andre? Thank y’all for having me back. It’s only right I hit BuzzMusic to introduce this special project. Y’all do great work! Man, this one was truly testing. It was a more than eight months process but it ended stronger than I imagined. Starting out, I didn’t really have an idea or direction of where I wanted to take it next. I think I wrote like half a song after I dropped “straight felon” on 8/18/20. After that dropped, life just became hazy & confusing. It was so much going on, so many heartfelt losses in a short time. I became homeless and was sleeping in my car so writing for me became an afterthought that turned into no thought. It took MONTHS to get back to writing and when I did, there wasn’t a set plan on how I wanted to craft my next project. I knew I wanted this one to be different but still be Dobbsthagr8t as far as the beat selection & the way I flowed. May 16, 2021, I dislocated my shoulder & was forced to be at a complete standstill with life. That’s when this project really started. The next month, I wrote about 8 of these songs, not all completed but a good majority was done & I started to see a direction. Fast forward, when I plan on dropping something, I try to pick a specific date like 8/18 but as I kept writing, I started to think about my cousin Andre & how we celebrate his life on his birthday EVERY YEAR. I thought about the name I choose for the project and how the two coexist. I’m not gonna portray like he and I were best buddies and we talked every second, but as I said in 9/12 “every time I saw you living, it was always loved.” He was just a phenomenal spirit. The impact he had on the village “the family,” when he left us, is still indescribable just like the absence of my other angels, but he just happens to be the YOUNGEST one to go so it hit differently. With all those factors, once the mixtape was completed, I couldn’t see any other cover art for this project other than the one I have. Man, it topped off. What felt like a decade of rain, to be able to have completed this project the way I did, I’m extremely proud of myself. The growth, the faith, the creativity, the way I represented in Dobbsthagr8t way, the definition of Phenomenal thru the lyrics, like my cousin did with his presence, it just all clicked so this means a lot. As an artist who has endured many painful and challenging experiences, how do you feel that your history has helped you shape and construct ‘Phenomenal?’ I feel like now, thinking about this question, every project I put out so far has its own independent history. That’s probably why my writing process is the way it is. Especially when it comes down to making a whole project. I felt like, this last year molded me strictly for 'Phenomenal' as I described in the beginning. From the moment I started sleeping in my car, bouncing from couch to couch, being broke, people abandoning me, losing faith in myself, “close people” not supporting me like they’re not seeing the vision we once spoke about when I couldn’t see it myself. Losing something that was precious to me & my family is created, going thru that new process I mean everything that happen was for this tape & I’m just grateful to see it all through and to be able to deliver some honest 'Phenomenal' music. Where do you expect yourself to expand on your sound now that ‘Phenomenal’ has dropped? I just expect myself to continue running this Marathon, to pace the race. My life’s story is I continue to elevate In whatever situations like I said in tha intermission “you getting better with time.. you like some fine wine” RIP KOBE aka VINO. I expect Dobbsthagr8t to continue to be just that on everything I present to this world. I’m going to give it everything till I can’t anymore. IMOB WE ON THE WAY PHENOMENAL 9/12 R.I.P ANDRE THIS ONE 4 U n the village! Your album featured various collaborations with different artists. How did you find the collaborative songs to turn out and do you see yourself working with any artists with your future music? How about any of the artists featured on the album? Shoutout to every artist “kemadonna” “Wes Wes “ & “problem childdz” they really came thru and did damage! Matter fact Wes(my-way) & problemchilddz (jealous) both let me have the songs to use for this project so that’s forever appreciated. KEMA was the exact voice I needed on that hook and I appreciate how she got into character & hit that spot on. Any artist I do music with, I know I can work with them in the future. It’s all about the timing but fasho looking forward to getting back with these talents. As far as a future artist, I’m going to just keep creating & whatever comes through is going to come. I got a couple of key people I want to work with but I’m goin to keep that to myself & let the universe work. It never failed me so I know when the time is right we’re going to bless the world. Let's dive deeper into "Letter To You," which was the final track featured on your album. What was the meaning behind this track and can you discuss how endured the creative process for such an emotionally stirring song? This track was special. The moment I heard the beat, I instantly thought about my granny. She recently moved to Vegas with my mom. I’m out here in the inland empire it ain’t a mission but that drive will bring some frustrations out lol!!! Nah it’s not a bad drive but when I was in prison, I lost my dad’s mother, my granny T and I wasn’t able to make it to her funeral. On top of that, My pops and I weren’t seeing eye to eye, so it was just a lot to deal with on both ends. I sea-saw with my feelings of time cause it’s a blessing to be able to see time pass when so many young people are dying WAY TO YOUNG & on the other hand people get older. My granny and I got extremely close. Once I got out, I saw how time has treated her with respect & honor. I appreciate the way she was always in my life even when she smacked me one time when I was younger & I stayed mad for like 3 years!! She would tell me to get over it and she would do it again if she needs to, but it was all love. I just feel the need to do any and everything for her with no question. She’s an earth angel, a beautiful soul. Not a lot of people understand that until God has called them home. Having a grandma is an honor. I was able to see 3 of them in my lifetime. She’s all I got left & I’m going to continue to do what time is doing, respect & honor her and take this all the way to the top “my bloodline strong ain’t no way I can abuse that.” Instagram

From Mumbai to London, and finally Los Angeles, singer-songwriter and recording artist Kruttika makes her big debut with a soulful and passionate single, "Twin Size Bed." Inspired by the likes of Alicia Keys, Carole King, Bonnie Raitt, Elton John, and Adele, Kruttika left for London to study at The Point Blank Music School, where she felt compelled to make her dreams a reality and move to Los Angeles. Making waves at iconic venues like The House of Blues, The Dresden, The State Social, The Study, Erwin House, Boarders, and more, Kruttika is quickly making her mark on the independent music scene. Now releasing her spicy debut single, "Twin Size Bed," Kruttika opened up about the experience and mentioned that it was a long and tedious journey to create such an emotional and personal piece, but it was all worth it in the end. The song is wildly unforgettable, and we're incredibly excited to introduce it to our readers. Jumping into the "Twin Size Bed," the song opens with a bluesy piano melody and this entire soulful instrumental that sets the song's hazy and introspective tone. As Kruttika's warm and powerful vocals appear, she begins to bring listeners into the song's theme that surrounds an inner feeling of empowerment after getting her heart broken by someone close. As Kruttika makes her way to the hook, she belts her powerful vocals while exclaiming how she'll go home to her twin-size bed alone and in need of someone's love. We can't get enough of the song's soul and might, as it offers a deeply cinematic listening experience that's quite literally music to our ears. Cuddle in with Kruttika's debut single, "Twin Size Bed," and find the track on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic Kruttika, and congratulations on releasing your powerful debut single, "Twin Size Bed." What inspired your emotional and passionate lyrical content? Thank you! The release was really well received by friends, family, and fans. It's actually quite funny what inspired this song. When I moved from Mumbai to LA to study music, I was obviously living the budget student life, and could only afford a twin-size mattress and bed frame which I got on Amazon. Now I don't mind it at all, cause I'm small enough. I fit in it just fine, but one time a friend came over and we were joking about how tiny the bed is and how inconvenient it would be if two people were ever to share it. I actually disagreed and dared my buddy who tried it out and found there was enough room for two actually. So, I just kept playing with that idea in my mind and wondered how to develop a song from it. So I came up with this song which I must have written in about an hour. It just poured out. I didn't want to write a typical love song where I talk about emotions and feelings, and how this person made me feel. Instead, I talk about the physical act of coming home and having to go to bed alone. This tiny bed, that used to fit two, but now only one person keeps its memories. Anyone who has ever had to return to an empty bed after a break-up will get the sentiment behind this song. Nothing else needs to be said. Why did you want this song to lead the way of your solo career? How does "Twin Size Bed" introduce us to your sound and style? I think lyrically, melodically, and production-wise, this was my strongest song. This is the only song I never had to rewrite a bunch of times before I got it right. It came out of me all fleshed out and complete. I maybe tweaked the chord progression along the way, like changed a minor seventh chord to a Dominant seventh, but otherwise, it was all there. It was my song in truest form without outside influences. Around the time I wrote this, I was studying the blues at school and wanted to incorporate it. People associate the blues with sad themes and melancholy, but blues can be sassy too, and I wanted to bring that instead. I feel very proud of the piano part I played. Probably my best performance from all of my songs. "Twin Size Bed" sets the tone for my sound and style because it blends every artist and genre that inspires me. It's got the 6/8 Blues-rock piano-driven instrumental like Alicia Keys, The clean, raw vocals inspired by Bonnie Raitt, and the Bond-style strings from Adele. Did you work with any producers or musicians to help navigate the instrumental feel and atmosphere for "Twin Size Bed?" What was this instrumental/sonic experience like? This is my best collaboration so far, with my buddies Vinayak Pol on drums, Sheldon D'Silva on bass, and Anthony McCarthy on guitar. Vinayak's Indian fusion background, Sheldon's jazz background, and Tony's southern country blues background made this song exactly what I imagined it would be. Dramatic but enjoyable. Love the fusing of east and west. These guys really helped shape the sound. They are such amazing musicians individually and can really shred on their instruments, but they were able to dial it back and bring exactly what the song needed and nothing more. Being able to take your ego out of the equation and serve the music shows a lot of maturities and I learned a lot from watching them play in the studio. I hope I can continue to find such wonderful people to work with in the future. I also had some guidance from my mentors at school (Musicians Institute). My vocal mentor Alexx Daye and Piano mentors Christian Klikovits, Carl Byron, and Karen Hammack played an important role. They're all such amazing teachers and taught me how to be tasteful with composition and how sometimes less is more. They also helped with technical things like string and piano voicings. Since I'm not classically trained, I wasn't familiar with some dos and don'ts of string voicing, which took me a while to study. The majority of this project was self-produced and mixed and I had a lot to learn in a very short time. I only started learning music production last July during the pandemic, and it took long hours and sleepless nights of teaching myself sometimes from Youtube and referring to class notes, to figure it out. I signed up for extra lessons with my production teacher Chris Cordero, who introduced me to a whole different world. I never thought I was smart enough to understand the technical in's and out's of mixing, but once I decided to trust my ear and the vision I had for my song, and not the fancy names of fancy plug-ins that overwhelmed me, I was able to focus and get the job done. Overall it has been a wonderful learning experience and I was able to accomplish things I never even dared to assume I could. I lost partial eyesight when I was thirteen and have been living with a disability ever since. because of this, I have always had an aversion to computers. Anything that needed me to use the computer or learn some new software made me roll my eyes in disgust. Why would I want to torture myself by straining my eyes to see text on a screen that I couldn't even see that well no matter how much I zoomed in. I figured, I'll just write songs and someone else can do the hard stuff. But this pandemic changed something in me, as I'm sure it did for everyone. I felt the need to be more self-reliant and challenge myself. I needed to get out of my comfort zone If I ever wanted to achieve anything. So yes, with partial eyesight, music production was harder than most people would find it, but I figured you just have to trust the process and delegate when you need to. And if you want something bad enough, you have to make it happen. What did you want to make the listener feel after listening to your single, "Twin Size Bed?' What thoughts or feelings did you want to evoke? Honestly, I never thought about what feeling I wanted to evoke in the listener. I was more focused on how to be true to what I was feeling and the best way to convey that emotion musically. I am glad that the emotion was conveyed and everybody loved it. I'm glad people were able to find it catchy enough to want to sing along with it or even learn the song themselves. I guess I accomplished exactly what I set out to do. What's next for you? After Twin Size Bed came out, I released another single on September 3rd called "in My Dreams" and my debut EP titled "Snow" is out September 13th. I am so excited. Just like this song, the others are also self-produced. I have learned so much from this project and I can't wait to get started on the next. I have already started work on some new songs and revisiting some older ones. I have so many new influences from so much amazing music being released every day, and I keep learning new techniques. So I cannot wait to hear what the next EP or album will sound like. Hopefully, kick it up a notch and experiment some more. Instagram Facebook