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Ricky Rique is an R&B artist from Virginia currently based in New York City. As his music is influenced by various artists of the 90s and 2000s, we hear glimmers of inspiration including Usher, Chris Brown, Ne-Yo, NSYNC, Rihanna, 112, and Drake. Returning with his enthralling, recently released single, “Use 2 Love You,” we hear glimmers of summertime ambiance reign supreme from the instrumentation at hand. Instantly prompting listeners to sway to the jauntiness locked into the beat, Ricky Rique has us hypnotized with the infectious energy served up on this bop. The sizzling elements come to us at the perfect time, as we mentally and physically transport ourselves to the warmth that the sunshine radiates, all in the name of creating memories we won’t forget. Known for his R&B finesse that he sprinkles upon his musical creations, we admire the more blatant delivery that his vocalization delivers as we pick up on hues of Hip-hop throughout “Use 2 Love You.” Complimenting his soothing croons within the buildup between verses to chorus, this is where we find Ricky Rique thrive in his natural element. Driving home the spellbinding repetition that he utilizes in order to instill captivating lyrical motifs, “Use 2 Love You,” is the type of track that we can get used to having on repeat. Scattering a well-rounded zest over the bolstered foundation before us, Ricky Rique has us sweating in the midst of summer, to what he showcases best. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Ricky Rique, and congratulations on the release of your most recent single, “Use 2 Love You.” With such a bubbly soundscape steering the feel-good energy of the instrumentation, your lyrics suggest otherwise. Could you please shine a light on the inspiration behind the narrative of this song? Thank you. It means a lot. So when I heard the beat it made me want to just dance around immediately. As I heard the beat more and more, I kept hearing “I used to love”. So I tapped into that a little more. Which led to me creating this track now. How does “Use 2 Love You” fit into themes previously offered up throughout your music catalog? Did you notice you took the same creative journey to fashion this track that you usually do for other songs? Actually, this song was the second song I ever recorded. I made it in the studio during the lockdown. I wasn’t satisfied with it when I recorded it at first. It had a lot of elements I knew needed fixing but I knew I wanted to eventually recreate this song. What are you hoping that your audience can take away from the themes and messaging of this song? What does “Use 2 Love You” say about you as an artist and your music as a whole? What I want my audience to take away from “Use 2 Love You” is that it is okay to be sad and even reminisce over someone or a situation that may have damaged them. I want to be vulnerable and real about how I feel/felt inside my music. I want my audience to realize this life is a journey. I want to be an example that even though I am reflecting on a previous relationship, I am so much happier looking back on what doesn't serve me anymore. What has been the best piece of advice that you’ve been given throughout your career as an artist so far? The best piece of advice I ever received is not to expect everyone to like your music. When I first started making music, I expected everyone and their mamas to enjoy my sound and my subject matter. I got offended when I did not hear proper feedback or interest in me even making music in general. I’m learning that I just need to stay in my lane and continue to do what I absolutely love. Which is making music and singing. What's next for you? I want to start performing more as the pandemic seems to slowly fade out. I want to be able to showcase my craft to the masses. I would love to do collaborations with other artists just starting off like me. Instagram Facebook

With the influence of a Christian upbringing, American-born music recording artist Prince Von hails from Illinois as a songwriter and composer who creates a unique style of Hip-hop, Pop, and R&B. At the age of 5, he found his passion for music by learning to play the violin. As he grew older, he realized his love for music would expand into the realm of singing. Now, carrying a vibrant sound that he hopes will bring his fan base closer to their spiritual side, Prince Von is here with his single, “Time.” As we enter this musical piece with the introduction of soothing acoustic guitar riffs, the manner in which “Time” commences, has us fully engaged in what’s to follow. The meticulous formula of melodic loops that take over the soundscape brings you into a comforting wave of new wave Hip-hop. What we admire the most about Prince Von has to be how the lyrical content he reiterates to his audience has you gripping on to the edge of your seat as you dissect his dexterity as a wordsmith and true musical talent. You can hear how his buttery cadences glide across this composition in a way that has you latching onto lyrical motifs such as, ‘I got that strength in me. Got that flame flickerin’ round my soul.’ Another collaboration with producer extraordinaire, Rapzilla, has us encountering their dynamic through a top-tier mix and emotion that is worn on Prince Von’s sleeve. Being an uncanny duo that has us feeling sentiments that you didn’t know were there, the power that these two transmit when on the same track is rather remarkable. “Time,” is profound with the honesty that leaps from the speakers. Taking us into the factual songwriting of Prince Von that delves deep into the chronicles of his life, we take away layers of authenticity that help us shape our love for the emerging artist that much more. Welcome to BuzzMusic Prince Von, and congratulations on the release of “Time.” We love your dynamic with Rapzilla, and how you come together to bring us a sonic delicacy of truth. What was it like working together in order to bring this vision to life? Working with Rapzilla was great! I originally had submitted my music to Rapzilla’s live critique show, in hopes of getting pointers for my new song “Time”. Once the host of the show heard the song, he gave it a 10/10 rating. The owner of Rapzilla, Chad Horton, messaged me after the show and asked if I would be interested in partnering on the release. This was a huge opportunity for me since I had previously released all my songs on my own. After signing with Rapzilla, we networked over the upcoming project and discussed several business aspects of the process. The communication was smooth, and the Rapzilla team was very helpful in adding insight. I enjoyed the overall process. Could you please share the significance of this song to you as the artist behind the songwriting? What would you like your audience to grasp from the themes you showcase? The inspiration for the song came to me while reminiscing about a very dark time in my life. Specifically, the song describes the time where I lived in a trap house. The danger, dreams of a better life, and the eventual transition to joining the military for a more stable life, all highlight the song from beginning to end. As the writer, I want people to know my story. I want people to see and hear how I overcame great hardships with God and determination. I hope someone listening can become motivated to change their life for the better after hearing and seeing it from my own testimony. What musical and non-musical influences speak into your unique sound? Do you find that the music scene in Illinois plays into the sound you’ve developed? I grew up listening to all genres of music and favored hip hop, r&b, and pop. When I began writing music, I decided to create a combination of the three genres. I don’t think I have a significant influence per se, but I have molded my sound and flows from artists like Roddy Rich, Gunna, and 1kphew. Illinois has a hip-hop scene that features drill music out of Chicago. I’ve always felt it wasn’t really my style, but I’ve become confident talking about pain and struggle after hearing many artists from the Chicago scene depict it through their records. I would say a non-music influence I have is my Christian upbringing. I only create clean music (without profanity) due to my morality. What has been the best piece of advice that you’ve been given throughout your career thus far? The best advice I’ve received in my career so far came from another fellow artist named Paul Hernandez. I told him I was struggling to perfect my new upcoming music. He encouraged me to keep making music, and that you can’t expect to make a hit song every release. I now feel like I’ve come to terms with that. What's next for you? Currently, I’m working on several different projects that will hopefully be releasing soon. I’m in the process of collaborating with artists such as Xay Hill, Jada Moseley, and Kevin White. I’m hoping to push out more tracks featuring other upcoming artists now that my name is growing. I’m blessed to be in the position where I am now. Instagram Facebook

The Santa Cruz-born and raised Pop queen is not playing nice when it comes to drying her fresh take on heartbreak. From humble beginnings in 2016 where Alexis Hana would perform at bars and coffee shops, she has gained momentum and found a path to success that she diligently strives to maintain. Sitting on the fence of being a blend between Jhene Aiko and Katy Perry, Alexis Hana has a soulful voice that will surprise you. Returning with the eloquently striking echoes that seep through her most recent single “Savage,” Alexis Hana tours us through this dark soundscape with a chilling vocal performance that’s bound to leave you with goosebumps. Creating a theatrical release of triumph that is fastened into the instrumentation as it progresses from sparse, and timely atmospheric hues, to the colossal uproar of amplified percussion swirling through the sonic canvas of authenticity, we hear Alexis Hana master what she does best. The delicate, yet prevailing intensity that is her hauntingly candid vocalization, has us surfing through the impeccable fusion of timing and spatial cues that she ignites “Savage” with. Delving into a profound representation that is her exclusive truth, the lyrical motifs leave us with her side of the story as we bite down on words like, ‘you made a girl a savage.’ With the intricate structure that we dissect in this piece, themes of self-assuredness and perseverance come to the forefront. Alexis Hana does a wonderful job at allowing her audience to engage with the emotions she genuinely felt during the making of “Savage.” Bringing a fortified connection to us in a way that encompasses her irrefutable integrity, Alexis Hana lets us know that she’s here to take back the life that she deserves. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Alexis, and congratulations on the release of your latest hit, “Savage.” We admire the dark approach that illuminates beams of your veracity throughout this track. Was there a particular tipping moment for you that brought “Savage” to your creative spectrum? Thank you so much! There was no ONE moment for Savage to come to the surface. It was actually written about a multitude of different experiences and events, some were friend's situations and others were from my own personal perspective. I figured, if my friends and I have gone through the same or similar experiences with men, then there have to be a million other girls that can relate to this "f you feeling," after someone made a fool out of you and hardened your shell. Do you find that now that this song is released to the ears of the public, that you have some closure in the situation that brought you to this state of mind? How has your headspace changed from the time of creation, to now? I think a lot of clarity came from writing it. Of course, it's awesome that everyone else can hear it now, writing it and collaborating in the studio really was the therapeutic part of the process for me. I think when I was first writing it, it stemmed from a lot of anger and coming out on the other end now, I've realized that no one can really change who you are unless you let them, no one made me a "savage" beside myself. What are you hoping that your audience can pick up on in “Savage,” in terms of themes, messages, and personal reflections? I hope people can listen to it and feel empowered. I know that sounds cliche, but I just imagine friends driving in the car screaming it at the top of their lungs after they feel someone made a mockery out of them and their hearts! I want them to feel like they have their crowns and their fire back and how cute of someone else to think that they could EVER have the power to take that away from them. With every artist aiming to accomplish something different through the music they create, what is your mission statement as an artist? I just don't want anyone to feel alone, and if they do, to find a companion in the music. You are never really as alone as you feel you are. What's next for you? More songs! And shows now that the world is slowly starting to re-open, but hey, stick around and find out. Instagram Twitter

What can we say about Grace Otto? For starters, she's a fiery artist with high-spirited intentions. The combination produces riveting performances, all of which touch on varying topics of interest. Grace Otto's latest release consisted of a pop-driven single, titled "You're The Worst." What a name. The song has her opportunity to unleash her truth on all wrong-doers within her romantic life. Her passion was compelling, and the narrative was all-too-familiar. We're stirred by her bold and mesmerizing delivery, and not just content-wise, as her vocal range performance gave quite the show. Grace Otto is most definitely an established vocalist, leading to an inert quality to her songs. Having a chance to catch up with Grace Otto about her release, she mentioned that her playwriting background gives a strong foundation for her ability to craft intriguing, content-heavy stories. She delves further into the background behind "You're The Worst," and we mean all those juicy details surrounding break-ups. To learn more about the life of Grace Otto, especially when it comes to the inspiration behind "You're The Worst," check out her full BuzzMusic article and interview here. Instagram Artist Website

South African Singer/Songwriter Ruben Gerritz is here to share his blues-inspired wisdom with any listening ear. He's the kind of artist that enjoys adding textured elements to his music in order to amplify the emulated affection. And does Ruben Gerritz ever emulate the purest affection throughout his music, especially so in the latest track BuzzMusic covered, titled "Don't Leave Me Alone." "Don't Leave Me Alone" was a heart-stirring single that came from a place of many mixed feelings. Once we got to chatting with Ruben Gerritz, he shared that "Don't Leave Me Alone" was written from a place of fear, specifically when it comes to relationships ending. Being the first song Ruben Gerritz wrote, "Don't Leave Me Alone" was really his original, starting sound. With that, the song also encapsulated his foundational message to listeners, which is that it's okay to be human. Ruben Gerritz, we thank you for the strong lesson and we can't wait to hear what music will be offered by you next. Read the full BuzzMusic article on Ruben Gerritz and his song "Don't Leave Me Alone," here. rubengerritz.com instagram.com/rubengerritzmusic facebook.com/rubengerritz

Corey Lou and his journey of artistry began at the young age of 5-years old. He knew his soul belonged to the music world, and ever since he's been working and training to advance himself artistically. The type of music that Corey Lou & Da Village focuses on creating brings warmth and reminiscent themes to light. One of his latest projects, titled "What We Gone Do?", features artist Kelvin Walters, and was meant to be a looking glass into the life of Corey Lou himself. Once we got a chance to interview Corey Lou, he elaborated that the song was really meant to pay homage to his Memphis, TN, roots. With varying instrumentals and familiar sounds, listeners may pick up on the heartfelt Tennesse sound that sparks joy and wonder amongst listening ears. Kelvin Walters brought on that warm, soothing instrumental persona presented within "What We Gone Do?" and he does it with poise. The two artists definitely did not hold back any of their talents within their single, and Corey Lou & Da Village plan on flourishing with the musical gifts given to him. To catch the full Corey Lou & Da Village article, click here. Instagram Artist Website

If you're in need of an electronically-infused pop experience, then Mirror's latest track, "Baby", is the harmony for you. As a Los Angeles-based artist, Mirror is always confronting the limits of his sound. "Baby" was the most recent contender, and Mirror worked to ensure that this single contained an eclectic sound so that listeners would be transfixed by the contemporary elements. "Baby" was actually created by Mirror on somewhat of a whim. In hopes of creating a pop ballad that would serve the introduction of his EP, "Baby" ended up taking on an entirely different direction. The production is meant to be as eccentric as it is so that it inspires spontaneity within listeners. Mirror wanted the listening community to understand a disparate side of his artistry, and ultimately to have a blast with the dance-like energy presented in the song. Going forward, listeners can expect Mirror to incorporate many different genre elements into his music, so stay tuned for an eccentric delivery from this multi-faceted artist. To read the full BuzzMusic article of Mirror and his song, "Baby", click here. Instagram TikTok

Remember Hip/Hop artist J Saucy? Well, it's about time one becomes familiar with this Bay Area artist as his creative mindset is ever-growing, meaning listeners are receiving a contemporary-infused cultural reset. J Saucy's main artistic goal is to bridge together disparate sound styles and create a product that functions in harmony. His latest project, titled "Trejo's", was inspired by a variety of obstacles he endured throughout life, and the song was meant to serve as J Saucy's outlet. "Trejo's" had the purpose of being therapeutic by turning pain into melodic harmonies. This actual song release from J Saucy exemplified a new perspective from him, as his musical style is typically more contentious. He wanted his music to be a pedestal for all those listening ears that have once felt overlooked, forgotten, or mistreated. J Saucy has a bright light within himself and his music, allowing his messages to flourish with positivity, amidst them being born in hardship. Check out J Saucy's full BuzzMusic article here, covering more intimate details on "Trejo's," here. Instagram Facebook Youtube

Pop artist Bosley is sharing his life speculations in new, uplifting, and transpiring music. Bosley's latest single release, "Hey, Hey Ramona" came at the height of his personal growth. After mediating tough obstacles within his career, Bosley decided to refuel himself through music, and thus "Hey, Hey Ramona" was born. The single highlighted his own personal life and rediscovering his true spirit. Bosley has had a huge emotional journey over the years, which is why there's a ton of wisdom and enlightenment offered with his new music. Once catching up with Bosley, he shared that a large component of his inspiration came from traveling on his own. Bosley is a walking sign of how powerful reflection can be, and how such reflection can lead to a multitude of personal, inner findings. Bosley isn't planning on stopping his release of authentic expressions any time soon, so readers can most definitely expect more music from this inspirative artist. Stay tuned for his latest album release, "Waves", which features more of his thought-provoking style. Read more on Bosley and his release of "Hey, Hey Ramona," in his full BuzzMusic interview, here. Instagram Facebook

Michael Jones, known artistically as Lil Mike, is beyond ready to share his talents with the music industry. Ever since the young age of 11, Lil Mike has known that music served a grander purpose in his life. Fast-forward to current times, and Lil Mike continues to advance his sound and career by crafting contemporary, hip/hop-inspired songs that feature the most popular aspects of the genre itself. Lil Mike released his latest track, titled "periodT," which featured artists Lil B and Pak, and together, the three created raw, riveting energy. With Lil Mike's confident flow, one can tell that he embedded a strategy whilst constructing the atmosphere of the song. "periodT" has a fast-paced, poignant, and deep underlying beat, encapsulating all of the favorite modern-day rap styles. Beyond the feel of the song, Lil Mike adds a ton of lyrical depth within his music, as there's always a lesson to take away from his anecdotes. The same went for "periodT," and that's all we'll give away for now. His lines are powerful, and truly each contributing artist delivers their lines with a certain tenacity that works to strengthen the overall message. Lil Mike, all we can do for now is wait for more of your charismatic intensity in future music to come. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Lil Mike. The release of "periodT" was pretty recent, and it incorporated many fan-favorites. How did you go about executing the vision you had for this particular single? Hey what’s up, it’s an honor being on this platform again. I reached out to Lil B and Pak to see if they were interested in getting on the record with me. I didn’t know that this record was going to be a feature at the time. I recorded my verse and I sent it to them. I knew I wanted someone that touched foot in the industry and I wanted something different. How was your experience collaborating with artists Lil B and Pak? How did the two artists aid in bringing your vision for "periodT" to light? It was a good experience working with them both. Their work ethic is crazy! They both brought new energy to the record in each verse. That’s what I was looking for on this record. I wanted another artist to bring new energy. What kind of response were you hoping to garner from your listening base with the release of "periodT?" I didn’t think about the response I would receive. I was of course hoping for positive feedback, but I always brace myself for anything to occur. I was inspired to write and record from the mindset of being the best and letting it be known. I wanted to showcase my competitiveness with rapping. Are there any surprises your listening base can expect to hear with future music to come? Yes. I have some surprises, BIG surprises! I have some big names on my future projects. That’s all I can speak on. What's next for you? What’s next is I just released a cover record from Kendrick Lamar's “Heaven & Hell” (Remix) produced by Tommy Black, and also soon I’ll be releasing something called “PodCast Freestyle. So stay tuned. Instagram