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Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman's take on Pop/Funk music is incredibly compelling. Their strategy is to combine delicate vocal deliveries with intense and front forward lyricism. Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman have discipline with their sound, yet explores the depths of creativity. Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman's latest release, titled "Much Less Much More," fascinates listeners through eclectic, ambient tones and authentic, assertive lyricism. "Much Less Much More" is produced by Marin Chapman, who crafts a psychedelic environment by elevating the best elements of lo-fi music and combining it with the Pop/Funk extravaganza that artist Vilda Ray delivers. There's a contemporary, almost urban feel to the song, and a mystified component gets added the moment Vilda Ray's vocals join in. "Much Less Much More" gives a glamorous ambiance through deep, almost sensual-like rhythms. With a predominant deep house sound, "Much Less Much More" gives off insanely infectious energy, and Vilda Ray only adds to the addiction. Her vocals are tasteful as she meshes together ranging tones and passionate deliveries. The product of this Vilda Ray and Martin Chapman collective is intriguing beyond compare. Both artists shine in contrasting, yet complementary ways, and we're left with an itch for more music from the duo. "Much Less Much More" was an eccentric, entertaining music offering and we're waiting to see what Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman's creativity will bring next. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman. "Much Less Much More" debuted. How was the collaboration and what were some of your favorite elements of working together? Vilda Ray: All I said to Martin was, “send me something I can dance to”, and he sent me this incredibly dark track with huge Prince-like drums, I was hooked. He gave me full lyrical control and let me do my thing. Martin doesn’t judge. He sees everything as an open expression. Music to him is water, it’s fluid. With this single, we really brought our tastes together to build one, there is no disconnect because there’s no force on either of our parts. Martin: I love Vilda’s singing voice and thought her style was a perfect fit for this track. She has a very smooth, light tone - almost like the vocal equivalent of Paul Desmond. A lot of her own productions are also very synth-heavy, so I wanted to make something synth-based that would fit her vocal style. I tried to keep the tones of everything pretty mellow as a result, like filtering out the highs and taking a lo-fi approach to the production, trying to make it sound like it’s “underwater.” I also tried to keep the chord movement in the mid-range fairly minimal and have the bass take more of the lead, to balance out Vilda’s active vocals on top. "Much Less Much More" had a very mysterious component to its underlying ambiance. What kind of emotive were you hoping to deliver to your listeners? Vilda Ray: I wanted to take our listener back to that “four on the floor” ecstasy, to remember what it felt like to be surrounded by uninhibited moving bodies. For many of us, the pandemic took away the joy of experiencing movement and music together. I used this song as a way to jog the listener’s memory of that time. Martin: I think something special about lo-fi house and a lot of other electronic music is that it combines two moods you normally wouldn’t associate with each other - the rhythms are generally high-energy and danceable, but the tones and chords are very minimal, moody, and sometimes unnatural-sounding. I think we were able to fit ourselves in that strange world with this song, where it sounds at home both at a club with a DJ or alone in your bedroom at night. Outside of electronic music, I’ve only gotten that feeling from a select few artists (Can, Beak, Heliocentrics, etc.), where it’s dark and moody but also funky and psychedelic. As artists who enjoy more attentive lyricism, how do you believe the lyrical content in "Much Less Much More" attributed to this characteristic of your music? Vilda Ray: Lyrics are a way for me to show my true personality without shame. There’s a seriousness to my vocal approach, but the lyrics are all about fun lust. I used simple and short melodies here and there and a bit of flirty rap in the bridge to add some light to the dark undertone of the music. The combo of humor and lust, I find, makes music more relatable. Lines like “Trust me I ain’t tryna talk all night, tryna get you all alone if I’m being honest,” is a thought most of us have had in the club at one point or another! Martin: Vilda’s lyrics gave a playfulness to the song that really brought it down to earth. I think it goes hand in hand with the two sides of the music I talked about before, where she brings the fun side of the music into the picture to contrast with the more ambient parts of the song. Where is the sound of Vilda Ray & Martin Chapman heading next? Vilda Ray: Martin & I have lots more coming. Besides lending a hand to each other's solo projects, there are so many sounds and experiences we are going to create together. Both of us are always saying “I wanna try this!” or, “it would be cool if we did this genre next!” I am grateful to him for opening up my musical mind, he is a real music melting pot that is willing to give anything a try! We got more house music on the way, but I really wanna bring the funk next too. We are funky as hell together. I can’t even lie. Martin: We’re looking forward to trying lots of different ideas together. We might experiment with combining live instrumentation with electronic production. There’s definitely more dance stuff coming, but we’d also be interested in doing some music more in hip-hop, neo-soul, R&B style. Vilda Ray Instagram Martin Chapman Instagram

Melding a tight rhythm and blues backbone with a slick line-up of blazing horns, Summit City Brass is taking the world by storm. Performing an energizing show featuring dynamic and original music, SCB is charging ahead and boldly introducing a new era of live entertainment on Earth. Playing a thrilling mix of your new favorites that’s guaranteed to strike a chord with any audience, Summit City Brass is the band that everyone is talking about. Summit City Brass’ latest album titled “Blinding Light” is out now and we had the pleasure of checking it out. Not only is the music a simple joy to let play, the intro track “The Flock” offers up some decidedly memorable melodies and progressions. It comes complete with an instrumental flicker of a hook that undoubtedly leaves its tune lingering with you long after listening. Mood-wise, “We Can’t Wait” steps into a smoother, perhaps more mellow and classically free-flowing jazz style, still in sync with the overall vibe though and the instrumental set-up. Then you get the bounce and entrancing rhythm of the title track “Blinding Light”, adding further eclecticism and helping start the project off in a manner that holds close to your interest. This one rises up beautifully and evolves to become a full and warm soundscape of rhythmic, retro dashes of expression. “I Was Sleeping” redirects thing yet again, you get the classically smooth and authentic SCB sound coming through as a notable celebration and a sheer burst of love for music and performance in line with that. Superb vocals really set the mood well in this one. Keeping things consistently interesting is something this album has easily achieved. “Keep It Funky” is a definite highlight to prove this, it stands out for its cooler, late-night vibe, the spacious nature of the arrangement, and the subtle swagger with which the melody appears. Then you get the quicker pace and groove of “Apropos” to further that late-night aura with a little energy and motivation. Retro tones shine well through vintage sound arrangements on “Idle Minds”. Then another classic groove emerges, complete with a rise and fall sentiment that’s quickly hypnotic. “Too Many Tears” features a lightness to the notes and it works well at this late stage. Again, this near-melancholic yet still optimistic and confident piece adds something cool to the collection. “Through The Gate” is another highlight, a track with a joyful bounce and melody to it. As memorable as the opener and a simple delight to turn up loud. Then the stylish brass band leads the way once more for “A Different Road”, prompting you to consider the underlying intentions and artistic direction of the whole project. “Got Love” rounds things up and sees the album finish in an energetic and engaging manner. Gritty and hard-hitting vocals help create a sense of togetherness and something that’s easy to like. A great way to finish and an album that’s absolutely on par. Summit City Brass are undeniably the ones to look out for. Welcome to BuzzMusic Summit City Brass! How long have you been jamming together, and what first prompted you to start? Bandleader Joseph James started Summit City Brass in 2015, after moving to northeast Indiana from Chicago.  He was managing a horn-rock group at the time and wanted to recreate the band in Fort Wayne and focus on original material. What does the album “Blinding Light” represent for you? Blinding Light is about seeing past the distractions we all face in these modern times. It's about tearing down the barriers that hold us back and from seeing the truth. What does it mean to you to be able to make music and perform together as a group? Everyone has a different skill set. We each have a unique way of approaching the music we play. It's fun. And we do it because we enjoy it. What are your thoughts on the mainstream music world at present? Music really has evolved over the years. Because technology has enabled a greater number of people to access the listening public, there's a lot of noise out there. Summit City Brass is hoping to reach the same audience and bring us back to a simpler time. What’s one of your greatest aspirations as a band? We want our message to improve the lives of everyone we reach. Facebook #BuzzMusic

The award-winning 16-year-old, Kacey Fifield, is known for her artistic finesse as a singer-songwriter. Now, going worldwide with her recently released single, “Confused,” Kacey Fifield teams up with various producers in order to bring a newfound dimension to the release that was brought to the ears of the public earlier in 2021. We always love a good remix, but Kacey Fifield ensures we have an array of sounds to choose from with this ingenious approach. Looking to cater to her ever-growing fan base in the way she knows best, the notable melancholy that lies within the picturesque resonance of “Confused,” is transformed at an all-time high. Three producers mean three various remixes that we get to fully absorb ourselves in. Starting with the Ricardo Padua version, this won’t be the first time that the two creatives have linked up in order to bring a refreshing take on her poignant musical expressions. Allowing the piano forward essence of this song to still triumph in its original realm, the addition of ambient synths and golden horn notes propels the conscious resonance of Kacey Fifield’s angelic timbres in a new light. Compared to the altered approach that the Netherlands' very own Bassanova provides, we get to see “Confused” thrive on the opposite side of the spectrum. Combining weighty bass elements to capture the peaks and valleys of Kacey Fifield’s vocalization, the emphasis still remains on the lyrical motifs protruding from the passion-fueled energy of the emerging artist. Keeping listeners on their toes as we embrace this unorthodox approach, we have to admit that the allure offered has us fans of the unexpected. Perfecting this trio with Aless Vanco’s more melodic approach to the electronic elements showcased, there’s a mainstream appeal that takes over with the Belgium producer's rendition of “Confused.” The intensity that sculpts the sentimental timbres of Kacey Fifield has us admiring her in this Electro-Pop spotlight. Proving that with the right elements her vocal range is redefining versatility, we simmer in the brilliance that is this high octane buoyancy. Knowing the way into our hearts, there’s a Kacey Fifield for every mood we go through. Keeping her closely on our radar, we can’t wait to hear what she does for us next. This approach to “Confused” has us captivated by the flexibility you hold in your artistry! What a great concept. What inspired you to take this approach to the sounds of “Confused”? I absolutely love the work of all 3 producers that remixed the song, so of course I wanted to hear their takes on it! Each of their individual perspectives on the song is so incredible and I'm extremely happy with how the remixes turned out. Working with international producers is a great feat in itself. How did these collaborations come to be, and how did Ricardo Padua, Bassanova, and Aless Vanco take your vision to new heights? I've worked with Ricardo Padua in many of my earlier releases, so hearing his take on my song was amazing! Bassanova and Aless Vanco are both super talented producers as well; I met them through other people in the industry and am so glad that we got to work together. Each producer had such a unique take on the song, all of which were amazing! We admire how you have such a mature lane carved out for yourself at 16-years-old. What has played a role in the way that you approach your lyrics in “Confused”? For those who haven’t yet heard the original version, what can they expect from the themes addressed in this track? Writing "Confused," I wanted to describe the struggles that various people, including myself, are facing during the currently overwhelming circumstances caused by the pandemic. I think everyone has experienced a certain degree of despondency at least once in their lives, so I wanted to communicate that through the song. What was running through your mind the first time that you heard these remixes? Do you think this is an approach that artists everywhere should take towards their music? I was so delighted to hear how incredible they sounded! I think that remixes are a great way for artists to hear other producers' takes on their songs, so I think it's definitely a valuable approach. What's next for you? I'm currently working on a bunch of new releases. Stay tuned for more exciting announcements! Instagram Facebook

Award-winning, indie singer-songwriter Craymo, delves into the depths of alternative pop music with uplifting performances. Returning with his lead single, “Love You More,” the surf rock homage can be heard picking up on hues of the 60s with notes of Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Cliff Richard, and the Everly Brothers. The luscious guitar progressions collide with the eclectic energy that he serves up through sweet and reminiscent sounds that spiral through the composition. Being showcased on his award-winning EP, ‘Love is Power,’ the fusion of soothing resonance strikes up a cemented place on the project and in our hearts. The upbeat liveliness that drizzles itself through the soundwaves has us eager to feel the music on the level that Craymo has intended for us too. Dedicated to John, his partner of 20 years, the vivacious dynamism that pours from this piece matches the radiant soul that is experienced as we tour the verses and hook of “Love You More.” Through the various layers that add texture in a reverberated dimension of intoxicating grooves, it’s easy to pick up on the inspiration that speaks itself into a Craymo arrangement. Grasping onto that with the unprecedented vocal delivery of Craymo, where passion ignites the flame of adoration within, there’s a beauty that etches itself into every sonic avenue that Craymo chooses to venture. A huge congratulations on the composition of such a striking piece, welcome back to BuzzMusic Craymo. The story that is weaved into this release is truly beautiful! Could you please share what inspired the creation of this grand gesture for John? Thank you so much! We were coming up on our 20 year anniversary together and I wanted to create something special to commemorate our special occasion and to let him know how much I love him. You can feel the love in this song, makes me smile every time! He brings out the best in me. How does “Love You More,” compare to other songs heard on your ‘Love Power’ EP? What allowed you to see this track as the lead single? I released the EP in April 2020 during the height of the Covid pandemic. I wanted to create a project of pure love, Love Power, because I felt the world needed a little more love, especially now. Love You More captures that feeling of pure love and joy. In terms of the creative process that you embarked on when bringing this vision to life, how did it fit into your average creative process? Did you find specific similarities or differences? I contacted my friend Chris Capozza, who I worked with before on my song Moment because I wanted a 60's Beatles feel for the song. Chris, I knew, had toured as the sound engineer for two of the most popular Beatles cover bands and I knew he could re-create that sound. The creative process was different on this song because I was trying to capture and pay homage to that vibe and style. We were very happy with the results! What is the main message that you hope transpires through the music you create? I have always been a lover of pop music in all its forms, how it inspires me and helps uplift me. I have always been a positive, glass-half-full kind of guy! My message is one of pure hope, joy, and love, I feel we can't get enough of that in our lives. I hope my music can inspire people, lift them up, escape and maybe help make this world a better place! Instagram Twitter

Raging Bunch is your feel-good, fun-loving artist that creates music meant for memory-making. With a radiant and bright sound, Raging Bunch is able to construct atmospheres that amplify the current everyday life. His music is meant to elevate, inspire and provoke, ultimately working to stimulate a variety of emotions. The latest musical offering from Raging Bunch that BuzzMusic saw recently was "Finally Fine," which came right off of his album "Peter Pandemic." The single was inspired by the life experiences of Raging Bunch, and he was hoping to bring hopeful messages to the table with this particular single release. "Finally Fine" instills a jubilant tone, yet touches on many pivotal themes, and brings in some much-needed comedic relief. Following the release of "Peter Pandemic," Raging Bunch saw a growth spurt within himself, specifically within his own mind. Through music, Raging Bunch was able to communicate his own truths, lessons, and ideas with listeners, which we're confident in saying touched at least one listening ear. Catch the full BuzzMusic article on Raging Bunch and his single release, "Finally Fine," here. Instagram Facebook

Los Angeles-based musician Anna Luena is here to share her latest single release, "Don't Worry," with all pop-inspired listeners. Already performing at venues such as The Whiskey A Go-Go, Saint Rocke Cafe, The Mint, and Planet Hollywood, Anna Luena has gained a passionate following that appreciates the qualities of her eccentrically-styled music. It is no secret that Anna Luena is playful in her approach, and "Don't Worry" portrays this characteristic incredibly well. "Don't Worry" gives Anna Luena the time to shine, and does she ever shine bright. The track begins with a flavourful R&B rhythm that soon is filled with the original vocal sound of Anna Luena. She has a very particular voice that allows her to be as distinguishable as she is, and the moment your ears are flooded with an Anna Luena song, the connection is made, as her style is playful and manipulated in various ways, allowing a motley of harmonies to assimilate themselves. One element to Anna Luena that is hard to miss within "Don't Worry" is her layered strategy. There isn't one tone held throughout the track, there are handfuls. This approach allowed for "Don't Worry" to take on an eclectic atmosphere, and also brought in a variety of genre techniques in the process that really elevated the song in many purposeful ways. The song is accompanied by a music video that features psychedelic-like visuals, which work to amplify the already-present eccentrics of "Don't Worry." Viewers get to watch Anna Luena in many settings, one of which may bring on an unexpected surprise. All in all, "Don't Worry" was a blithely executed single of Anna Luena's, leaving listeners and viewers with curiosity as to what this pop-inspired R&B artist will come out with next. "Don't Worry" and its music video is available on streaming platforms today. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Anna Luena. The release of "Don't Worry" and its accompanying music video was the latest musical offering from you. How do you believe "Don't Worry" compared to other song releases of yours? "Don't Worry" has definitely been my biggest musical release so far, we've had over 25k organic streams since its debut, and as an indie artist that just blows me away. For me, every song that I create is somewhat of an evolution as an artist and "Don't Worry". has been quite the journey. I wrote it at the beginning of the lockdown and myself and my producer worked tirelessly on countless mixes and countless versions until we finally had the best one. This was one of those projects that really required determination to finish and it kept us hopeful and motivated through the tension and disruption of Covid. What was the primary intention with your track "Don't Worry?" Were there any aspects of the song that you were hoping wouldn't go missed by your listeners? Our primary intention of creating "Don't Worry" was to inject a positive light at the end of a very dark tunnel. It was to remind people of their power and to "carry on" just like it says in the song. The lockdown required people to switch focus, work on themselves and remember what is important. "Don't Worry" is an anthem that will continue to inspire hope and give people strength when they need it the most. "Don't Worry" has gained over 15k organic listens since May of this year! How does this milestone make you feel? I am deeply humbled by the streaming milestone and have been totally blown away by how "Don't Worry" has been received. I am an "in-person" type person so to have people from around the world play your music who have never even spoken to you, let alone heard of you, is a really cool feeling. My wish is that everyone who needs to hear "Don't Worry" gets to hear it. You're clearly an artist that is involved in many extracurriculars within the music industry. Do you believe that your involvement allows your own music to be elevated in a disparate way? I have to laugh at the extracurriculars because it's 100 percent true. I am a multifaceted, DIY artist through and through. I have never let money be my motivation when it comes to my art so I've had to make everything I have work for me to the best of my ability. We produce, record, and mix in-house. I have total control over my image, assets, and career. It's freeing but when you don't have a team you have a lot of pressure on yourself to make it work. I do consider that one of my greatest "elevations." I am incredibly thankful for my producer Iammalachi and the support and love I receive from my family, spirit guides, peers, and community of friends! Instagram Facebook

Kris Gruen writes songs about grownup life infused with a mystic wonder; softening the world’s sharp edges like a glass of exceptionally fine bourbon. He grew up steeped in classic records, with his Americana-influenced new folk sound being grounded in the tradition of great narrative songwriters like Cat Stevens and Paul Simon. Embodying a strikingly current vocal style that takes the New York native to newfound heights, Kris Gruen effortlessly blends sagacious wit and emotional depth. Tapping into the first single off of his forthcoming album, ‘Welcome Farewell,’ Kris Gruen gives us a taste of the resonance explored on the track, “Water Into Wine.” Through elements of traditional folk that unfold with a pulsating tempo, the immersive grooves that have you fully absorbed in this effervescent offering allow you to sit with your thoughts as Kris Gruen infiltrates your mind through cognizant descants. His inimitable timbres glide through your speakers like butter, as the top tier production and mix quality courtesy of Charles Newman and Tom Roger has the therapeutic framework taking on a protruding poise in how it’s delivered as a seamless package. You can’t help but feel the comforting hues pour from Kris Gruen’s vocals as the words that he reiterates carries forth enticing storytelling components. Embracing the narrative that is interlaced into this triumphant soundscape of reflection, Kris Gruen deems “Water Into Wine” a survivor's tale. Themes of finding a greater humility, patience, love, and ability to be an ally as a member of a family and community, bring a sense of belonging that this world could use more of. Noting that we’re all on this journey together, the victorious tenors that are heard in the grippingly raw state of “Water Into Wine” places an emphasis on the type of person Kris Gruen is apart from the music. Welcome to BuzzMusic Kris Gruen, and congratulations on the release of your lead single, “Water Into Wine.” Being the introduction to the body of work that is ‘Welcome Farewell,’ what inspired you to lead with this striking piece? Musically, Water Into Wine has a great opening guitar and rhythm section to start up the record. Overall, the song is uplifting and has a positive message that felt on-point as representative for all the songs on the record. How does what this song means to you correlate with what you would like your audience to take away from it? Do you address similar subjects in your already released music catalog? That's a great question. There's a specific character that was central to my life referenced in this song, but there's a much bigger picture I'm aiming at exposing, hoping to make it relational for as many people as possible. WIW is a survivor’s story. It will either ring with reticence or resolve, depending on where the listener is in their own healing. It’s a tough-love story, with a formative step-father, whose powerful influence has shaped me in many ways. Water Into Wine suggests that healing from a difficult relationship starts by tending wounds that inform our true character, important lessons of the heart, and our core potential. In this song, I don’t leave out the hardship but sort through my detritus for the parts of myself that are central to who I am, and who I can become. I did some work, and in this song have reassembled under a new narrative. A couple of decades of practicing my own hand at partnership and parenting has reintroduced me to myself, revealing my tendencies when tested, my habits when it was time to choose to be tender with those I love, or frightened and bullish. This song is about my small heroisms in growing in this way and finding a greater humility, patience, love, and ability to be an ally as a member of a family and a community. We are all on this journey in some way or another, and this song is a celebration of that, wherever we are on that path. What can you tell your audience about the forthcoming album that you think they should know before going into it? I live on a farm in the Green Mountains of Vermont and have been for about seven years now. I think this record sounds like it comes from these wild hills, and as a body of work, I think these songs are more cohesive than any I've released in the past. They belong together, in that they were all written about a life lived in a rural setting, which focuses on familial love, hard work, and the natural world. In that regard, listeners should expect a different sound from my previous releases, that focused as much on going out into the world away from home, as they did about the relationships we have with home and the people who live there with you. My earlier records had lots of songs where I was trying to capture the feeling of travel and an ever-changing landscape. With this record, I'm carefully (with strict attention to genuine dialogues and storylines) walking into the most intimate moments and days of my home life. It feels sincere and humble, and void of melodrama. What’s your mission statement as an artist? How do you ensure that translates into the music that you create? I believe a musician and songwriter should be in touch with what is transcendent for them as a listener when composing their own music. My experience is that listening when writing transforms silence into something like clay, or canvas. It's a deep dive inward, and the silence is roaring down there. That listening is akin to ritual, and words (and melodies) derived of that practice are different than when I speak the same ones in other settings. For me, as a writer, a song needs to contain a great deal of personal, palpable truth to serve even the most general of subjects, and my goal is to get just the right amount of personal truth into my songs, then shift to a matching general sentiment at the right time, so one is analogous to the other, and makes as much room as possible for the listener's personal experience as I can carve out. What's next for you? I just got back from playing Hotel Cafe in LA, for the release of Water Into Wine. That was my first live show since the pandemic started. On September 7th, I'll be in NYC to play another show at The Knitting Factory, and meet up with Jesse Malin and his band to prepare for a UK tour we're sharing, September 27th through October 12th. The official release of Welcome Farewell is September 24th, just a few days before Jesse and I start the tour in Glasgow. Instagram Artist Website

With a musical imagination defined by a background immersed in gospel soul repertoire, Viktoria Vera’s music is fueled by a love for Afro-American R&B music culture. In 2019, she left Poland to travel to the United States and pursue her music career in Los Angeles. After linking up with a team of producers in the United States, Viktoria Vera hit the ground running with an original sound that emits versatility. Teaming up with Lit Honey Productions in Boston, MA, to bring us her profound new single “Heartbeat,” Viktoria Vera indulges us in a piano forward instrumentation that complements the sweet sound of her melismatic timbres in a major way. The almost ethereal vocal layers leap through the speakers as she illuminates in a reverberated chamber of pure emotion. Embodying a prevailing spirit through the tantalizing hues that she unveils, we get to see Viktoria Vera in a light that radiates a heartfelt approach to the narrative she reconnoiters before us. The intimate lyrical motifs cement themselves through the themes of having physical signs from our body communicate with us in a universe of intuition. Allowing us to know that something special is about to happen, the themes of love shine in a relatable way that speaks into our very jurisdiction of embraced emotion. Viktoria Vera proves that she’s all about going with the flow and living in the moment, so a song of this caliber transports those melodies tenfold. Grasping onto the poetic nature of her flourishing croons, we quickly come to realize just how expressive Viktoria Vera is in the picturesque offering of “Heartbeat.” Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Viktoria Vera. The essence of “Living In the Future,” has us fully wrapped up in your talents! What inspired you to follow a different musical structure than the R&B/Hip-hop route that you’re used to? I would not say that artistically I am caught up in one genre. In addition, I would not call myself just an RnB and soul artist. I am influenced the most by those 2 genres but I enjoy mixing other genres. I don’t like limiting myself to one style of song. My goal is to create as many different songs as I can and find a way to make my voice shine through all the different formulas. We are honestly huge fans of both yourself and Dan Searl. So, hearing that this collaboration was happening completely left us in shock! What was it like working with one another? How did this collaboration come to be? I have always enjoyed collaborating and Dan and I have been consistently making music together since we met in 2019. “Living In The Future” was a co-write songwriting-wise as usual. What works well is that Dan has a touch with the production, beats, and lyrics and I have my voice, storytelling, and production preferences as well. Usually, when I write I like to write to a beat and use the music to inspire a top-line. Dan may come up with a new beat and I just hop on the microphone and see what happens. Spontaneity is an element in our work. A lot of melodies come from the feeling the beat fosters and in essence lays the groundwork for harmonically. Was there a particular moment that inspired the elaborate and vulnerable narrative told in this single? Yes, I have moments all the time when I miss my family for a long time and not being able to see them because of the travel restrictions however I wanted to enjoy myself and take the most of the opportunity that was given to me by God so I am always doing my best to stay present and be grateful for a moment. How would you compare “Living In the Future,” to others songs heard in your musical catalog? With this song, I felt the writing was on point and the message means a lot to me. I know people will connect with the message of needing to be present and not focus on the past or too much on the future. The lyric is meaningful for me as a human being - I never have recorded an indie rock song before this record and in general, I have always been a fan of rock so it feels good to share this song with the world. Instagram Facebook

The Perfumers are a three-piece indie pop band from Indiana made up of Jordan Kortenber, Sayge Kortenber, and Malakai Bisel. Like many bands, The Perfumers have a long history of interchanging band members and names, but at its core, the band began with brother and sister, Jordan and Sayge Kortenber. With the addition of other band members, they toured the American Midwest with their alternative rock music. Their music often presents personal anecdotes and themes alongside simplistic lyrics anyone can relate to. They believe in the pursuit of things that sound good, as opposed to purely seeking musical complexity. The smooth captivation that’s tangled into their latest single, “I Need It,” comes from a heartfelt place of consciousness. Reflecting on personal moments that cascade with the thoughtful instrumentation has us basking in the wistful hues that simmer in a pacifying blend of musicality. Sparse drum hits, opulent guitar riffs, delicate keys, and a resonated bassline fuse together in order to provide the listener with a therapeutic framework that has us rejoicing at the chorus. The soft-spoken timbres come chiming into the rush that’s inserted at the hook in a powerful way that clasps your attention. Being pulled into an insightful world that’s constructed with poignant descants, the melodic ease that emanates from “I Need It,” is pure and exquisite. Chalked full of nostalgia that effortlessly allows your senses to explore reminiscent hues of your own, lyrical motifs such as, ‘I said if you didn’t hold so tight you could get all that you want for the rest of your life,’ have us fully locked into the beauty that The Perfumers instill into their work. Being swept away to cloud nine, the solicitous quintessence that’s carried out in “I Need It,” leaves a long-lasting imprint in our minds. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic The Perfumers. The beauty that lies in the structure of “I Need It,” is hard to replicate. Job well done! What story or moment is this song based on? Was this the full inspiration that allowed you to create this musical vision? “I Need It” began with a simple 2 chord progression. After adding just a few more elements, the aesthetic became apparent. We knew the mood we were going for. Somewhere between nostalgia and self-reflection. After singing over the instrumental a few times, the words “I Need It” materialized. We then structured the song around the meeting of a romantic partner--someone that would change the narrator’s life. Could you please share how each band member contributed to the overall crafting of “I Need It?" Was there anyone else that assisted The Perfumers in bringing this song to the ears of your listeners? As with most of their songs, “I Need It” was born out of improvisation. It began with Jordan playing guitar over a simple drum groove with no clue where it would go. After a few takes, Malakai chopped some of the performance up and simplified it into the 2 chord progression. From there, Jordan and Malakai both acted as producers. They each added several synth parts and input on sonic qualities. In addition to working so closely on the production, they also wrote the lyrics together. Once the song was brought to the next phase, Jordan and Malakai brought Sayge into the process. She contributed to input on drum production, lyrical content, and structure. How does a song of this caliber compare to other tracks offered up in your music catalog? “I Need It” is one of our personal favorites for a few reasons. Perhaps most importantly because the song exudes a clear aesthetic. We like to think that everything about the song is cohesive, from the album art to the lyrics. “I Need It” is also deceptively simple. The chorus is easy to remember and sing along to, something we strive for. What would you like your audience to reflect on when listening to this record? Temptation. Love. Addiction. “I Need It,” asks its listener to consider what it means to need something or someone. At what point do love and admiration bleed into obsession and ignorance? The song asks the listener to truly consider the things they love in both a positive and negative light. What's next for The Perfumers? We are currently working on a variety of songs, but we intend to release 3 songs before the end of this year. With the success of this past year, we are reflecting on what worked and what didn’t. We intend to approach 2022 with music that is emotionally driven and entertaining. Instagram Facebook

Eccentric pop artist karen. has released an inspiring new song, titled "2X". Based in Lancaster, PA, karen. strives for her music to touch the hearts and minds of many lost souls. As a self-taught singer/songwriter and musician, karen. uses her abilities to connect and communicate to her listeners in thoughtful ways, and "2X" worked to do the exact same. "2X" has a light, upbeat and voluptuous melody, which creates an easygoing rhythm throughout the song. One can tell that a variety of elements from today's pop music scene were taken as inspiration for the construction of "2X," as there are soft and glamorous elements similar to Ariana Grande's atmosphere, combined with more confidence and compelling vocalism similar to artists such as Naomi. The vocal style is specifically one aspect of karen. that you should carefully hone into. She possesses this inert quality that allows her to immediately grab the attention of any listener, hooking them into her luxurious soundscapes. "2X" was karen.'s opportunity to uplift her listeners. She wanted to spread self-love amongst her listening base, and share the advice to hold one's self to a high standard when it comes to seeking any platonic or romantic relationship. Here is where karen. shares her own personal experiences that led her to practice such wisdom herself, making "2X" a vulnerable and inspirative single, full of compelling emotionality. After listening to "2X," we're ultimately left with genuine positivity, as karen. and her music tends to elicit that effect. We're anticipating more fun, wisdom-packed singles from karen. in the near future. Welcome to BuzzMusic, karen.! Can you give readers a bit of a run-down on what the release of "2X" meant for you? This release is a step further for me, creatively, sonically, and especially vocally. This track serves as somewhat of a turning point for me, finally, a track that I let loose in all of these aspects and we truly get a dive into the mind of "karen." It's been a while since I released anything, and it's mostly because of all the work I put into this single. 2X holds a lot of value to me. Can you delve further into the lyricism of "2X," especially regarding the wisdom you imparted onto listeners throughout the track? 2X is just an amalgamation of romance and self-love wrapped into a bow, 2X is me finally discovering my self-worth. At the time of writing it, I was just slightly getting recognized for my work, people started wanting to work with me and were actually listening to my music, and I got to this point where I gave everyone the time of day, and it became such a burden to me. I was just promising things that I couldn't give. I realized I needed to prioritize myself. That's where 2X arose, I wrote about struggling in relationships as a comparison to this, and also included references to some people in my past as well. I've always had issues with Leos in relationships, I'm currently dating a Virgo, and I had a rough time dealing with a Gemini in the past. I learned a lot from these people and it taught me to hold myself in higher regard, so it just felt right to actually put these experiences into song, with everything that was going on in my life at the time. It helped me grow. Were there any major changes made throughout the process of writing "2X" that changed the content of the song in a dramatic way? Well, I definitely did not mean to make it an astrological song at all, that just kind of happened when I wrote the first verse, and I mentioned compatibility, and after that, the song just grew around the horoscopes. Nothing else really changed, other than vocally, I began to experiment a lot more with my voice, you can definitely hear a much more profound and strong vocal performance in my background vocals and at the end of the song. I was able to explore my vocal strengths and play around with them at the time, so I definitely changed in that sense. What is the next step for you now that "2X" has been released? The next step? I'm releasing my first music video, for "2X," shortly after this release. I've got an EP on the way, hopefully later this year. It's called "Only Interesting on The Internet," and it's gonna be a lot more personal than "2X," we get more of a dive into me and my life, and we'll have another music video released with that. It'll be a complete 180 from the sounds in "2X," so I'm very excited to introduce that contrast. I can't wait to show you guys what I've got in store. Instagram Twitter