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The California-based Singer-Songwriter, producer and recording artist AJ La Joya sends us into a sweet sonic venture with his latest toe-tapping single, "Hallucinate." As the pandemic struck, AJ La Joya felt more inspired than ever to hone in on his creative abilities, which led him to release his debut mixtape, 'Carefree Energy.' Known for blending fresh raps with infectious melodies and charismatic vocals, AJ La Joya draws inspiration from acts like Lauryn Hill, Prince, The Notorious B.I.G, and Erykah Badu. Cradling our ears with his latest high-energy single, "Hallucinate," AJ La Joya can be heard in the heart of a nostalgic yet modern-toned pop song that borders on the lines of r&b and contemporary hip-hop. While the intoxicating sonics punch through our speakers with the utmost strength and power, AJ La Joya backs them up with his refreshing vocal stylings that naturally uplift the listener. Hitting play on "Hallucinate," the track energetically opens with a plucky bass-like synth, warm background pads, and bright keyboard melodies. As the beat drops into this infectious electro-pop groove, AJ La Joya makes his sultry vocal appearance and begins to drench our ears in his incredibly warm and melodic vocals that set the song's sensual and exciting tone. As AJ La Joya continues grooving to the song's upbeat and lively sonic arrangements, he later expands on how intoxicating someone's presence is while depicting rather sexual and playful scenes that up the song's passion and desire. As AJ La Joya takes us to the outro of this shimmering single, the track comes to a sweet and savory end with boundless lust and hunger. Trip into the passion and excitement of AJ La Joya's new single, "Hallucinate," and find the single on all digital streaming platforms. We adore the refreshing and exciting venture you've taken us on with your latest single, "Hallucinate." What inspired you to create such a lustful and stimulating song like this? I’ve been obsessed with vaporwave and retro wave stylized art for the past year. As soon as I heard this beat and synths I was like, “THIS IS THE ONE”! I started humming the chorus and things fell naturally from there. I started crafting a story about the thin lines between love and lust, and how naivety can play a part in it. I think it’s a theme that we all can relate to… yearning to be loved so much that we ignore the red flags. What genre or sound were you aiming to achieve with the sonics in "Hallucinate"? Did you want the song to lean more towards contemporary electro-pop or nostalgic synthpop? The beat was created by this amazing duo in Europe. I worked off of their beat and put my own flare to it with the songwriting and vocal delivery. I rap so I wanted to include elements of that in my verses. I can also sing so I wanted to include that to contrast the rap elements and truly drive that nostalgic synthpop feel. One of my favorite eras in music is the 80s so I wanted to pay homage. How did you want to make the listener feel with your desirous and lustful lyricism in "Hallucinate"? What sort of images or scenes did you want to paint in their minds? At the surface level, I wanted to create a retro vibe and give the listener something to dance/sing along to (especially during the chorus). If we dive deeper into the lyrics and what I’m actually saying, I want people to feel a range of emotions: vulnerability, anger, hopelessness, lust, etc. Basically, I’m painting a story of being trapped inside one’s head, consumed by the thoughts of a lover. You know the relationship is no good for you, but for some reason, you stay; you can’t escape. Did you work entirely solo on the production and sonics for "Hallucinate?" What was your behind-the-scenes creative process like when navigating the song's overall atmosphere and vibe? Again, I purchased the beat; but when it came to writing/structuring the lyrics, I did that. I think part of the reason why I was able to write the lyrics so fast is that I basically had a movie in my head. I had a storyline about toxic love and just ran with it. I even wrote a whole music video treatment for it... heavy on the synth/vaporwave of course! Instagram Facebook

Alex Freeman is a singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur inspiring and influencing audiences across the world. Her followers are inspired by her work as an inspirational speaker, as Alex Freeman has been performing in front of major audiences for years. Being the unique talent that she is, she continuously speaks and performs with the motive to instill a sense of belonging into her listeners as she teaches them to live with greatness and dream big. In the organic Pop nature of a bubbly spirit, Alex Freeman delivers the sonic and visual components for her latest release, “Paper Mask.” Catching our attention from the moment we clicked play, “Paper Mask,” has a narrative that goes beyond the song, and into an interpretation that is witty beyond belief with its twists and turns. Casting out her sultry timbres in a protruding fashion, it’s easy to sway to the grooves of Alex Freeman’s inimitable croons, as she powerfully sends waves of amplification through your speakers. Grasping onto the visual component in a way that has us fully submerged in the chronicles before us, the main setting takes place at the roller rink where eclectic fashion choices are decked out in all that glitters. We get to perceive Alex Freeman thriving in a performance where she and others douse us in a choreographed dance moment as she professes the intimate lyrical motifs to the camera. Hooked on the subplot that’s happening where chaos breaks out and the diligently working cashier at the arena gets caught up in a cluster of commotion as a regular night turns into a party, we admire how each component of this video takes our full attention while capturing the bigger picture, and a twist that you’ll have to find out for yourself. If you’re looking to get wrapped up in neon lights, a little mystery, and the flourishing zest of lust, then Alex Freeman’s “Paper Mask” is the visual that you need to immerse yourself into immediately. Welcome to BuzzMuisc Alex Freeman, and a huge congratulation is in order for the release of your latest visuals for “Paper Mask." We love how everything in this music video pans out in a top-tier fashion. Could you please take us into the inspiration behind the sonic component of this record? Thank you!! There were a few different inspirations for the song and music video. and I’m so thankful to be able to have my stylist help me with all of the fashion. We both love fashion and creating unique and different items you don’t see people wearing, is really fun for us. Our inspiration for the music video was the 1980’s Lost Boys Movie. We took our fashion inspiration and make-up off an idea of a vampire girl gang. What would they look like and what would they be inspired by? So we decided to base it off our version of Gwen Stefani -if she had a vampire girl gang. It was quite a tedious process, finding or creating every item for the gang. We also planned and did all the makeup, the hair and we even made the goggles! We had one make-up artist and one hairdresser for me, but I and my team did the cast’s clothing, hair, and make-up. I have a team that always does a fantastic job and helps me bring my ideas to fruition. Thank you for asking about fashion, it is such an important element for me. With such a witty narrative that gets presented to us, you make it impossible to look away from the screen. Where did the creative direction for “Paper Mask” come from, and what was it like bringing this vision to life? I have such a creative team, who help me come up with all the concepts but most of the time it starts with me and my mom. We brainstorm for a couple of hours sometimes days and come up with a concept/vision. We create Pinterest boards and vision boards that later turn into storyboards for the project. We then present it to the director and choreographer, who are given time to develop our concepts using their own creativity. It transforms into a true exchange of ideas, creativity, and aesthetic vision. We all have distinct ideas, but we can combine them, bend them, and adapt them to create something that we all think is awesome. So when it came to creating the Paper Mask music video, we took quite a bit of time to decide what we wanted our topic to be. We all agreed on basing it on the Lost Boys movie I watched the movie -three times! I wanted to pay respect and homage to the movie while building creatively around it. It was so much fun bringing this creative process together from the fashion, hair make-up to the lighting and the scripts. Even if we liked a camera angle or another camera angle- which lens and every single part are so creatively involved was so amazing and so exciting to me. How long did it take you to film this music video? Were there any memorable moments on the set that made the process that much more rewarding? This music video took about 26 hours to film and it was such an exhilarating experience to be able to create this music video. There were so many memorable moments on set, although I was in almost every single scene. So I barely got any breaks but when I did I spent much time with the cast as possible. I did DJ on our lunch break during the roller skating scene. That was super fun! What words of advice do you have for anyone looking to get into the music industry and follow in your footsteps? Know what you want and go for it! Work every day at growing your skillset. Practice is key and taking master classes, lessons, reading books that have anything to do with your chosen field. I really believe that if you set your mind to achieve your goals and have a sick work ethic, anything is possible. What’s next for you? “OH BABY” comes out August 27th and “Broken Record comes out either in September or October. I will be filming music videos for both songs and I cannot wait for them. “Oh Baby’s” music video is going to be amazing! I am so excited about it!! I am obsessed with Greek mythology and I am basing this video on one of the best villains of ever, and she should look phenomenal! I can’t wait for you to see it! Instagram Artist Website

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the Filipino-American talent known as Samuel Joson creates a seamless blend of new school pop with the nostalgia of old-school R&B and classic rock. Growing up listening to an array of genres, Samuel Joson is musically influenced by the likes of Queen, Stevie Wonder, and Bruno Mars. After taking a listen to his most recent single “Queen,” we completely hear how this emerging artist pulls the signature traits from each sound and fuses them together to create a divine resonance that only he can render. The laid-back essence that is cast out through the live instrumentation of “Queen” has us reminiscing on the character that music of the past eras has been able to etch into our sound waves. With tightly knit drum patterns, a resonated bass line, and the driving effect that the sparse key progressions create, the themes of adoration that get introduced remain effortless. Samuel Joson’s timbres exude a robust tone that drenches your speakers in certainty as his songwriting techniques embody the type of vulnerability that only love can bring. With lyrical motifs like, ‘But darling you deserve to give your heart another chance, and there is no one who can love you like I can,’ embedding themselves into our mind, we admire the courageous attempt that Samuel Joson places on display as he encourages the apple of his eye to take a chance on him. What we find the most magical through “Queen,” has to be how the jazz-infused notes of the instrumentation cascade with the storyline in a way that brings out the ultimate immersive experience for listeners far and wide. Reigniting the beauty that lies within all of us, Samuel Joson tours us deeply through his heartfelt mind. Welcome to BuzzMusic Samuel Joson, and congratulations on the release of your most recent single, “Queen.” We love how the themes you bring to life are so pure and admirable! Was there a particular moment or story that inspired the creation of this song? Thank you. I always try to write music that's relatable and based on real-life experiences. I think there are a lot of people out there that are too afraid to put their heart on the line, sometimes myself included. So I wrote this song to do it for them, a musical anthem to say all the things we're all too shy to say out loud. With such an array of musical influences, what non-musical aspects of life tend to speak into your music? Honestly, enjoying everyday life and creating new memories, and going through the challenges that come with it. All of it just fills the mind creatively. You can’t write music about things you’ve never seen or situations you’ve never been through, people can see right through that. Does this song’s meaning fit the subject matter that you usually address in your music? What do you hope that your listeners can take away from the emotion and thoughts stirred up by “Queen?" I’m a hopeless romantic at the very end of the day, so writing love songs is kind of my home. For listeners, I think you have to put yourself out there in order for anything to happen. So if you lack confidence, I dare you to send this song to your crush right now. How have you found yourself growing as an artist from your first release to this very moment? I think that just diving into creating music and fully embracing all of the challenges has helped me grow immensely. Being able to just be knowledgeable about the industry and seeing that it’s way more than just playing an instrument and writing a song. Just being involved in the process and learning hands-on. Instagram

Chicago-native ANt1etam began his rapping career a little short over 2 years ago, after freestyling with some friends. Ever since his motivation and dedication towards his artistry have been on fire! With strong influences taken from artists such as Juice WRLD and XXXTENTACION, ANt1etam works to create a unique sound that blends some of his favorite styles with many of his own exclusive tones. The latest offering from ANt1etam includes the release of "RE4lly." There are a few disparate, yet complementing genres incorporated into the track, with electronic, hip/hop, and rap taking the predominant lead. The wordplay embedded into "RE4lly" was smoothly delivered by none other than ANt1etam himself, and he worked hard to prove that he knows how to put on an intriguing performance. With a consistent flow, "RE4lly" was truly an easy listening experience. As for the lyricism, "RE4lly" focused on themes of infidelity and the resulting betrayal. With such themes brought to light, ANt1etam delves into the obstacles one faces following the realization of such hurtful truths. There are many great aspects to take away from ANt1etam's song--he strives to ultimately inspire listeners to find peace amidst hardship, and in doing so, captures many affecting emotions that instill a wise allure. ANt1etam, we're anticipating more stirring tracks soon. Welcome to BuzzMusic ANt1etam, and congratulations on releasing "RE4lly." How did it feel once the track officially dropped? Thank you! Like with most tracks that I release, I feel a great sense of relief after releasing the track. When I hold music, it feels like I’m keeping an important secret and I just want to tell the world. I also felt excited since I felt like this track was one of my better ones (which it is) and I believed it would soar (which it can). What were you hoping your listeners would take away from "RE4lly?" I was hoping that my listeners would relate to the story I created in RE4lly~. I honestly just wanted to create a straight-to-the-point, expressive song about losing a special someone that people could gravitate to in their time of need. The best thing they could get out of the track is that they aren’t alone in feeling the way they feel and that the process isn’t easy for anyone. Some smaller lessons are that giving up due to one bad experience isn’t the best option and that sometimes it isn’t their fault that someone leaves their life but instead that it is just fated to happen. Were there any challenges amidst writing or recording "RE4lly?" The only challenge that presented itself when writing RE4lly~ was 12 AM fatigue on a college campus. I found the beat really late at night and connected with it so much that I wrote to it immediately. The funny part about that night is that as soon as I finished the song, I crashed. How would you describe the most important aspects of your artistry to your listeners? One of the most important aspects of my artistry is my focus on individuality. From the way I write to the adlibs in my tracks, there is an attempt to channel my true self. I try to make my songs stand out from the crowd without forgetting who I truly am. That’s why I avoid traditional concepts expressed in rap today like drugs and violence. I instead utilize my creativity to think of lyrics that will cause my listener to laugh, say wow, relate to, or brag about (in other words crazy stuff). Another important aspect is my openness and expansiveness. I don’t limit my words, my melodies, my influence, or my styles. I experiment daily to find new sounds and new aspects of me and that’s why I believe that my listeners will get unique and different experiences if they stick with me. Instagram

Stickman the President has a kind of natural flow that should be almost criminal. His confident mindset easily gets translated through his music and he crafts each and every lyric with poise. As a Los Angeles artist, Stickman the President fuses many psychedelic aspects into his music, which works to create an eclectic, hip/hop-inspired atmosphere. This worked extremely well in "Clear My Mind," his latest single release that BuzzMusic recently reviewed. The song was meant to reflect Stickman the President's current artistic mindset, as he shared various truths within "Clear My Mind" that shone a light on his mental health. It was his opportunity to clear the clutter of his mind, as well as to craft music that could easily be resonated with. As a somewhat still emerging artist, Stickman the President showed that his honest and fruitful expressions were as authentic as his artistic goals, and we can't wait to see where his advancing momentum takes him next. Read Stickman the President's interview, here. Instagram Twitter

Hailing from the boogie-down Bronx, recording artist and singer-songwriter TYjAY gets us in the mood with his sultry and sensual single, "FREAK." A multifaceted artist if there ever was one, TYjAY's discography spans across genres like hip-hop, r&b, soul, electronic, and pop. With two number-one singles, multiple top ten, and top thirty hits on various indie music charts, TYjAY has amassed a broad following while never shying away from speaking and rapping upon the experience of the LGBTQ+ community. Now releasing his smooth and sensual single, "FREAK," listeners are able to experience a different side of the determined singer-songwriter as he delves into more of a sultry hip-hop tone for this sweet hit. Not to mention the song's overall hazy and alluring sonic atmosphere; it's without a doubt that any listener will adore the groove and desire of this spicy single. Listening to "FREAK," the song opens with a warm saxophone sample that's slightly muffled overtop of crunchy radio fuzz. As a snappy hi-hat and a punchy snare begin kicking their way through our speakers, TYjAY joins the party and begins to exclaim his freaky side. We love the desirous and lustful feel of TYjAY's vocals and lyrics, as it truly leaves us in this hot and heavy state. With sweetened lyrics like "I've got the sugar for your spice," TYjAY offers this dominant and charismatic flair that sends us into a daydream. As the accompanying sonics continue to focus on the sultry saxophone sample, they tap their way to the outro with immense passion and lust. Get your "FREAK" on with TYjAY's latest single, now available to bump and grind on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic TYjAY. What a spicy and alluring listening experience you've provided with your latest single, "FREAK." What compelled or inspired you to release such a sultry and smooth single like this? When I finished recording FREAK in the studio, I couldn’t help but be reminded of Lil Kim’s “How Many Licks” track—raw, sexy, and a banger. I really wanted to give my listeners a different perspective of my sound and writing considering most of my successful songs written were in Pop and R&B. Did you create the sensual production within "FREAK?" How did you create the sonic atmosphere to enhance this sexual and steamy vibe? Yung Pear produced the beat. After giving it a good listen, I fell in love with it immediately as the sound was so vintage and the beat drop was dope as heck. BrightBoyYorkie engineered the track and really brought the track to life. I have been working with BrightBoyYorkie since 2018–he knows my sound and overall focus during the mixing process and I’ve always been so grateful for the work we create together! Was it easy for you to paint such descriptive and sultry scenes with your bars and lyrics for "FREAK?" What was your songwriting process like? I really wanted to explore a more sexual side in "FREAK," all while at the same time discusses some of my romantic life issues. After recording the song, I realized how raw and unapologetic my lyrics were because they weren’t easy to write and execute to such a dope beat. While writing FREAK, I thought about a guy I use to date with; but it was short-lived due to the struggles LGBTQ members have to face in society if they want to fully embrace who they are and who they want to love. How does "FREAK" stand out from the rest of your discography? Would you say that you're a rather explorative and experimental artist when it comes to the genre and sound of your songs? FREAK definitely stands out from the rest of my music, but it is no different in focus than my EX-Rated single, another HipHop/Rap song I released in 2019. And Yes! I would like to consider myself an explorative and experimental artist as I wanted to build on my skills within Pop, R&B, and hip-hop. But overall, I try to work with all types of sounds as it will only further my songwriting skills and growth as an artist. What's next for you? What’s Next?! I hope to continue producing great tracks; hopefully an EP; co-write with more artists, and hopefully get signed to a label as a songwriter! only time, patience, and a lot of hard work will eventually get me there! Instagram

The Los Angeles-based multifaceted electronic duo CAPYAC livens the party with their latest 10-track album jam-packed with energy entitled 'CAPYAC FOREVER.' What's interesting about the electronic duo is their ability to sonically share their many influences and create a unique sound that borders on jazz, funk, and modern electronic. With a variety of regular collaborators, from vocalists to dancers, CAPYAC is truly making their mark on the contemporary electronic music scene. Recently releasing their 10-track album, 'CAPYAC FOREVER,' CAPYAC opened the listening experience with the groovy and upbeat introductory track, "Losing It." As the song takes off with twittering bird samples, a plucky bassline, and an upbeat drum arrangement, we can't help but tap our feet to the song's irresistible tones. As the warm 80s-like vocal makes its appearance, the beat drops into this overall funky and unique synth arrangement. We can't help but hear influences from trailblazers like Claude VonStroke within CAPYAC's unconventional synth use and irresistible house-like rhythm. As we jump into the next track, "Take Me Closer," this tune features the enthralling vocal stylings of Ciceley Fullylove that take us back to the funky 70s. As a male lead vocal begins to paint incredibly picturesque and romantic scenes with his passionate lyrics, CAPYAC holds down the sonics with their brilliant blend of modern synthetic sonics and plucky electric guitars/bass to make for a thrilling and groovy listening experience. We adore this song's relaxing and inviting tones, especially as Ciceley Fullylove makes her warm vocal appearance towards the song's end; she offers this heavily soulful and romantic edge to the song that's more than intoxicating. Deepening the groove with the next track, "Sanctuary," this track features the modern sounds of Slim Jeff and Annabelle Maginnis. As the song takes off with an incredibly modern and warm house approach, Slim Jeff makes his appearance and begins to elaborate on our cruel world and how we must find time to free our minds every now and then. As Annabelle Maginnis takes over on the hook, she serenades us with her ethereal vocals while CAPYAC's bright production glimmers with tones of acts like MK, Channel Tres, and Disclosure. We truly feel lifted after listening to this track, especially as the bold electric guitar and piano make their way in and end the song on an anthemic note. Spicing up the album with the fourth track, "Best Friend," the song opens with a funky and rhythmic synth arrangement alongside a plucky electric guitar and a smooth bassline. As the mid-tempo song continues to drench us in lust and desire through its crisp and jazzy drum breaks, the soulful female lead vocal makes the experience all the more alluring through the enthralling performance that pays tribute to her best friend. As a beaming brass section makes its way in, the song then transports into this deeply exhilarating sonic atmosphere through CAPYAC's blend of jazz, funk, and modern electronic that truly moves mountains. Landing on the project's halfway point with "Moontriangle," this song offers more of a relaxed and atmospheric approach to modern-day electronic music. As the song opens with warm woodwind instrumentals and a downtempo drum arrangement, the same soulful female lead takes the song by storm with her intriguing vocal performance accompanied by CAPYAC's dense and piercing bass-like synths that cascade over our speakers like a ray of sunshine. We adore the sultry and sensual feel of this track, as it perfectly balances out the entire album with its relaxed and calming tones that sonically serenade us with each transition and fluttery instrumental. Livening the album with the next tune, "Open Your Ears," CAPYAC transports us back to the beachside clubs with this energetic and flamboyant house track. As the beat kicks off with dreamy synths and a haunting background vocal, we can't help but continue to tap our feet to each in-depth percussion hit and hazy synth. Through this bright and groovy track, we can hear sonic similarities to the lush stylings of Claptone, especially as CAPYAC fuels the sonic atmosphere with intricate keyboard melodies and brilliant electric guitar melodies that take us onto cloud nine. Stomping through our speakers with the next track, "Alright," this song smashes our eardrums in an instant with its gut-wrenching drum breaks and the piercing bass-like synths that take us into the underground clubs of Berlin. Featuring the vocal stylings of Charlie Random, he makes the listening experience incredibly savory as he drenches us in his funky and rhythmic approach while describing his unforgettable experience at a nightclub. We can truly feel the nightclub energy of this track, especially as CAPYAC soaks us in their tight electric guitars and powerhouse production that gets us deep into the groove. Taking us back to the 70s with "Ooeeooeeoo," this song kicks off with a crashing funk instrumental and the brightest synth arrangements that beam like the sun above. As the male lead vocal begins to serenade us, he takes us through incredibly lustful and desirous scenes that yearn for his lover and their touch. We're honestly impressed with CAPYAC's ability to create such an exhilarating and groovy sonic atmosphere that's just as dense as it is stimulating. While they crash our speakers with a tight brass section and shimmering electric guitars, the powerhouse bassline carries the track to the outro alongside CAPYAC's dense synth arrangments and thumping drum breaks. Sweetening the album with the 9th track, "Blood Moon Outro," this song truly blows us out of the water with its serene and lush melodies that drift through our speakers like an everflowing river. This mid-tempo tune offers an incredibly intricate arrangement of organic and synthetic instrumentals that lift our spirits into a greater and richer stratosphere. We love the hazy and dream-like atmosphere that this song has to offer. Although it's short in time, the sonics truly make up for its length as they sonically serenade us with nothing but passion and serenity. Closing the album with the outro track, "Simultaneous," CAPYAC closes the album with another dreamy and atmospheric tune that opens with pulsating synths and a mid-tempo house beat. This song is more than intoxicating, as CAPYAC's use of synths and drums makes for a chilling and ethereal listening experience. Not to mention the dreamy vocal arrangements on the hook, CAPYAC perfectly backs them up with their psychedelic tones that flawlessly close the album on an unforgettable note. Not to mention their complex use of organic woodwind and piano melodies, it's without a doubt that CAPYAC has mastered the ability to create a versatile and dynamic house tune. Get down with the many vibes of CAPYAC's latest 10-track album, 'CAPYAC FOREVER,' now available on all digital streaming platforms. We're profoundly impressed with the groovy and dynamic listening experience you've delivered with your 10-track album, 'CAPYAC FOREVER.' When did you begin creating tracks for this record? How long was the entire process? We’ve been working on some of the tunes for almost 4 years. Others were created just a few months before we finished. We like to take our time with some songs, road testing them during shows. Sometimes we abandon songs for years and then randomly come back. We like to work in this way. A bit scattered letting the momentum propel us forward like a cute sailboat. Did any moment or experience inspire your duo to create the album 'CAPYAC FOREVER'? Or was it simply a spur of the moment? Who knows where inspiration comes from? All I can say is that, like Ozymandias, our great work will ultimately be forgotten with the passage of time. What sort of listening experience did you want to capture with 'CAPYAC FOREVER'? How does the album's sound and atmosphere give listeners a better understanding of the music you create? We were hoping to mimic the auditory sensation that small rodents feel after emerging from hibernation on the first day of spring. What was it like working with the various featured artists within 'CAPYAC FOREVER'? Have you worked with these specific artists in the past? It was a blast. Slim Jeff is fantastic and recorded his vocals in the middle of the largest pork party of 2020. Leggybean, Ciceley, Oolaf, and Annabelle, who all contributed vocals, have voices like the moon, like a choir of the moons of Saturn. Zach Yanez, who played percussion, is sexy and single. Sean Lee, who played guitar on Sanctuary, has fingers that scientists are still trying to understand. Logan Kane, who played bass on Ooeeooeeoo and Blood Moon Outro, is a veritable face breaker, and probably has more than 2 arms. Jeff Olson (drums) and Sam Pankey (bass) are like Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street, if those two had learned anything from the episode with Herbie Hancock. Did you have any artistic influences in mind when creating 'CAPYAC FOREVER'? Who would you say are your duo's most significant musical inspirations? We listen to a lot of music, it is hard to pick out just a few influences. We are never trying to directly emulate a single musician’s work, or even blend two together. We are, as Jimmy Edgar likes to say, just “chasing our highest excitement” and seeing where it leads us. facebook.com/capyac instagram.com/capyac twitter.com/capyac

The Atlanta and Claremont-based Singer-Songwriter, and Producer The Bird Eaters release a smooth and atmospheric modern-day ballad entitled "Spacesuit." The Bird Eaters consist of the versatile stylings of 19-year-old Alton Deco, who spends his time working on his solo career while also taking part in the retro-pop duo Venus & The Periwinkles. Influenced by the glam rock and new wave sounds of the 70s and 80s, The Bird Eaters also mold tones of bedroom pop and alt-rock into his versatile and dynamic music. Highlighting his latest heartfelt and uplifting release, "Spacesuit," listeners can catch The Bird Eaters in a deeply enamored and passionate state as he serenades us with boundless love and affection for someone special. Complemented by his smooth and rich alt-rock/bedroom pop sonics, The Bird Eaters truly know how to carve an effective and delicious tune to feed the soul. Hitting play on "Spacesuit," the journey begins with an uplifting array of alternative instrumentals that set the song's heartfelt and toe-tapping tune. As Alton Deco starts the song's vocal venture, he later elaborates on the feeling he gets when in the presence of someone special. As he musters the courage to talk to them, The Bird Eaters take us to the anthemic hook where he expands on feeling his heart twist in his chest and his words jumble in his mouth. We adore the song's lush and dreamy feel, as the melodic synths accompanied by the warm electric guitar make for a sonically rich listening experience. As Deco continues his heartfelt venture, the song comes to a dreamy close while leaving listeners feeling inspired to form a deeper connection with that special someone. Feel your heart twist and shout with help from The Bird Eaters' latest single, "Spacesuit," now available on all digital streaming platforms. We love the heart and passion you've delivered within your recent single, "Spacesuit." Was there a particular moment that inspired you to write a song based on your growing affection for someone special? Lyrically the song was certainly inspired by a collection of specific moments from my sophomore year of high school. I wrote the song over three years ago when I’d just turned sixteen. At that point, crushes were a big deal for me. I think I romanticized a kind of young-adult fantasy for myself, and the natural conclusion was to write about it. It was at least a little cathartic, taking a feeling so consuming and processing it into something creative. What was your solo creative process like when crafting the sound and feel for "Spacesuit"? What sort of atmosphere or listening experience did you want to deliver? Interestingly enough, the atmosphere came second in the process. I was so new at songwriting at the time, and so consumed with making something that was listenable at all–that I didn’t really consider trying to deliver any particular kind of experience. After I wrote it, I was stuck looking for a title. I couldn’t decide between “Spacesuit” and “Twister,” so I recorded a video of myself playing a section on piano. I put it up on Instagram with a poll asking whether it sounded more like outer space or a windstorm. Pretty narrowly, people picked outer space, so that’s what I went with. Was it easy for you to open your heart and write such honest and passionate lyrics for "Spacesuit"? What was your songwriting process like? When I wrote “Spacesuit” I was still pretty new at songwriting entirely. I’d written maybe five or six songs at the time, most of which were nothing like “Spacesuit” at all. Until then, my strategy had been to write abstract lyrics about fantastical concepts, focusing more on the way words and syllables sounded than substance. I borrowed pretty heavily from Marc Bolan’s playbook. For “Spacesuit,” though, I used a different approach. I wanted to write honestly, to write literally. I went directly to what happened, what I was feeling. Lines like “I saw you through a rose-red balloon” aren’t metaphorical. We were experimenting with balloons in Chemistry class that day, and I kept holding one up to my eye in the halls since they were see-through. I wrote these literal experiences and feelings on my Notes app and then transcribed them onto a paper notebook a little later, turning anecdotes into lyrics, fitting them into the right meter, and all that. How do songs like "Spacesuit" help listeners get to know you on a more personal level? Do you often deliver such honest and vulnerable songs for listeners to relate with? “Spacesuit” is definitely one of the most honest songs I’ve written. I’ve evolved a lot as a songwriter since writing it. Now I write songs trying to convey a certain emotion or experience through storytelling. I’m not a diarist though. I write about characters, or imaginary places and moments. “Spacesuit,” maybe more than any other song I’ve written, is a diary entry. I just happened to write it over chords and a melody. I think hyper-specificity in songwriting helps make a song more relatable. Some of my favorite rock songwriters are people like Alex Turner and John Darnielle, both of whom use honest lyricism with a success I dream of achieving. Whether or not the lyrics in “Spacesuit” help someone get to know me more, I can’t say, but if someone comes away thinking “I’ve been exactly there”, I consider that a win. instagram.com/wearethebirdeaters

Wild Berry is the type of artist that can naturally create a sensual, buzzing atmosphere with the simple sound of her voice. She explores ranges of sound phenomena and delivers strategic lyricism to her listeners that are able to captivate, hypnotize and ultimately, pleasure. The latest song we've heard from Wild Berry includes her Neo/Soul-inspired single, "You Put a Spell On Me." The atmosphere of the production alone will send goosebumps down your spine, which is only amplified via the exclusive vocal sound of Wild Berry. She's very particular with her tone, instilling an authentic and passionate attitude within any listening ear. Once catching up with Wild Berry, she elaborated that "You Put a Spell On Me" was meant to encourage listeners to explore their own depths, and to remind them that love, in itself, is beautiful. Watch out for Wild Berry's accompanying music video for "You Put a Spell On Me", which is set to release in the next few weeks! For now, you can catch Wild Berry's full BuzzMusic article, covering "You Put a Spell On Me," here. Instagram

Rodney Eldridge always had an inclination that music was destined for him to be a part of in a deeper sense. After a compelling emotional journey, Rodney Eldridge felt summoned to create his own EP, "Black Box," which featured critical expressions of his life perspective. One particular track off of Rodney Eldridge's EP, titled "The Weight," offered uplifting and wise lyricism that provoked a deeper sense of thought. When chatting with Rodney Eldridge, he elaborated that "The Weight" was truly meant to be a conversation between himself and his soul. The song ventured through the realities of life, the hardships that come as a result of life, as well as the internal battles that can surface. "The Weight" covers many more themes, such as staying true to oneself and holding oneself to a higher standard in many regards. Many moments of Rodney Eldridge's life led to the creation of "The Weight," and one can easily feel the impact the song itself carries. All in all, Rodney Eldridge strives for his listeners to look deeper within themselves upon listening to his music, and "The Weight" is a great place to begin. Read Rodney Eldridge's full BuzzMusic article, here. Instagram Twitter