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The Nashville-hailing singer-songwriter and country duo The Silverline sings a passionate ode to a special relationship with their latest single, "A Horse and His Girl." The emerging duo has seen vast success throughout their individual solo careers. Comprised of husband and wife Michael and Catherine Lehnen, The Silverline always promises to captivate audiences with their powerful and immersive live performances. Also landing their music on numerous charts for consecutive weeks, it's evident that The Silverline is here to stay. Following up their previous powerhouse singles with a more personal tune entitled "A Horse and His Girl," The Silverline pays a sweet and savory tribute to the greatest sport on dirt. While Catherine Lehnen's lead vocal shines as bright as the sun above, Michael Lehnen offers a steady vocal foundation that amplifies the song's heart and soul. Listening to "A Horse and His Girl," the tune takes off with a lively and toe-tapping instrumental breakdown that brings us into the heart of contemporary country music. As Catherine Lehnen makes her radiant vocal appearance, she sweetly begins to explain the most special relationship of all. As she leads us to the hook, Michael Lehnen joins in, and the duo reminds us of the special spark between a girl and her horse. We adore this song's uplifting and feel-good tone, as each tender and soothing melody and transition offer this deeply emotional yet heartwarming aspect. As The Silverline leads us towards the outro, they keep us engaged the entire time with help from their stunning instrumentals and warm vocal stylings. Take yourself down to the hometown rodeo with The Silverline's latest single, "A Horse and His Girl," now available on all digital streaming platforms. We love the heartfelt perspective you've brought to your recent single, "A Horse and His Girl." What inspired your duo to write about the sweet relationship between woman and horse? I wrote about it because I lived it. When I was a teenager, I was fortunate to find this incredible little stock horse named Caleb. The first day I saw him glistening in the sun on a windswept ridge, a fire in his eyes and nostrils flared with excitement I knew he had to be mine! Together we embarked on this amazing journey competing in barrel racing and western sports. Caleb was particularly fast, nimble, and fiery so needless to say we pretty well cleaned up every time we competed. So much so that some of the competitors would sigh when they saw us coming and say "Oh no, here comes Cathy and Caleb again." One of the things my partner Michael remembers when we met 20 years ago was the number of ribbons Caleb had won (they were traveling with me in the boot of the car at the time!) Could you break down your songwriting process for "A Horse and His Girl"? Did both of you write the lyrics for this song? How did you go about capturing those special moments between a horse and his girl? A horse and His Girl is our salute to all the courageous cowgirls & their magnificent horses who give it all to compete in THE GREATEST SPORT ON DIRT! Many of the best songs are actually stories set to music and this is certainly the case with “A Horse and His Girl”. Michael said he wanted to capture this formative time in my life so with the music pretty well together, the words just flowed from the memories I’d been indelibly stamped with! Competitive barrel racing with Caleb was like riding on a whirlwind - he knew exactly what to do and I basically just held on for the ride of my life! There is a particularly unique & special bond between a horse and his girl and the longer we competed, the deeper the trust and connection developed which made us a formidable pair! Horses are beautiful, graceful creatures and I count myself blessed to have found Caleb. What sort of instrumental atmosphere did you want to capture with your single, "A Horse and His Girl"? How did you want the instrumentals to make the listener feel? We tried to capture the excitement of being on the back of a horse competing in an event but also the warmth of the love story between the two. The track is really a band with drums, bass, acoustic guitar, piano, and slide guitar. When it came time to do some overdubs and we were deciding what else to add it just seemed like what we had was enough. The key is to know when to quit! We've heard that "A Horse and His Girl" is the 6th single lifted from your debut album 'HOMETOWN RODEO.' How does the single represent or associate with the album's theme or concept? Everything about our album has been a very organic process. A Horse and His Girl were some of the earlier songs we recorded, and if there's a song that is probably pivotal it would be this one. One of the lines in this song is "It's a hometown rodeo" and it really resonated as we were producing the single. We decided to link back to that line and name the album “Hometown Rodeo.” In keeping with that theme, our album cover design is a nod back to the old-time rodeo posters you see around, many of which are incredible works of art. We loved the rodeo concept and felt like considering that both of us “grew up Country” it was a natural progression to tie this concept into the album theme. facebook.com/thesilverlineofficial thesilverline.net.au instagram.com/thesilverlineofficial

If you're ever in the mood for a case of goosebumps, Isabella Chiarini's music is definitely the right pick for you. As a singer/songwriter, Isabella Chiarini's thoughtful lyricism lands her in a spot where she can easily reach listeners with powerful affections. One of her latest emotional ballads, titled "Every Single Tear", was a collection of vulnerable thoughts and personal hardships. Isabella Chiarini truly poured all of her authenticity into the song, serenading listeners with relatable and clever lyricism. A string of emotions propelled the content for "Every Single Tear". After surviving a variety of losses, Isabella Chiarini found strength through music, and there sparked the birth of "Every Single Tear". Writing the song with her long-term vocal coach Teresa Noctia, Isabella Chiarini found even more strength in opening herself and her emotions to others. "Every Single Tear" allows for an intricate, elaborate, sensitive listening experience, and listeners get to hone into a wholesome perspective of Isabella Chiarini upon listening to the song. Isabella Chiarini, we're ready for whichever emotion-driven single you're planning on releasing next. Find Isabella Chiarini's full BuzzMusic article, here. Instagram Facebook

From Montreal, Canada, the Singer-Songwriter and pop-rock artist Tatum Quinn releases a spicy anthem for revenge with her latest single, "Set You Straight." Trained at Berklee College of Music, Tatum Quinn and her evolving music career have landed on stages opening for renowned acts like Kool & the Gang, The Pointer Sisters, April Wine, Boy George, and many others. Also featured on Ubisoft's game, Just Dance, Tatum Quinn strives to bring listeners into a safe and fun environment with absolutely zero judgment. Recently releasing her powerhouse single, "Set You Straight," Tatum Quinn mentioned that this track is the needed anthem for anyone going through a rough time. As Tatum Quinn belts her brilliant vocals over our speakers, her intense electronic/organic instrumentation pierces our speakers like the sharp edge of revenge. Expanding on the single, "Set You Straight," the song opens with an ominous electric guitar that drops into the groovy instrumental breakdown with an incredibly punchy drum arrangement. As Tatum Quinn enters the song, she begins to haunt someone of her past with the painful moments and feelings that have lingered in her mind for far too long. As she yearns for them to be set straight and get a bittersweet taste of reality, Tatum Quinn continues to powerfully expand on how actions are louder than words while leaving listeners entirely enthralled with her exhilarating performance. As she continues to belt and beam through our speakers, Tatum Quinn closes the song on this highly stimulating note that leaves us chanting her catchy and relatable words. Get your dose of revenge with help from Tatum Quinn's latest single, "Set You Straight," now available on all digital streaming platforms. What a powerful and highly relatable theme you've captured with your recent single, "Set You Straight." What inspired you to write a track based on the sweet taste of revenge? "Set You Straight" sparked from a really horrible relationship, which I shouldn’t even be called a relationship because we weren’t ever actually together. He was someone I knew for my entire life and someone I thought would NEVER do me dirty, especially the way he did! When I finally had enough, there were so many emotions. I was still in shock at how this person could have treated me with such disrespect! So that's where "Set You Straight" came in. I remember sitting in my bedroom, staring at my keyboard, contemplating if I even wanted to write a song about the situation because in my mind he really didn't deserve to have a song written about him, even a revenge song! That was a really hard feeling to navigate. But I thought about how many songs have helped me feel better when I was going through something and I wanted to not only get MY feelings off my chest, but also give people something that they could relate to, but not in a sappy way. "Set You Straight" is supposed to be that song where you acknowledge all your feelings but you're making the conscious decision to take your power back! & that's the thing… he took everything from me. But the worst thing he took was my sense of self and it allowed me to find my worth and realize that “NO, it’s not me, it’s this asshole who gets off on making people feel worthless.” So the misfitting teenager in me that I haven’t fully grown out of yet wanted revenge and what better way than to write a song that can not only help people find their sense of self but also be heard and sung by the world until the end of time! We were totally enthralled by your blend of synthetic and organic instrumentals within "Set You Straight." Why did you want the song to be so infectious and stimulating in sound? How do the sonics amplify your lyrical message? "Set You Straight" started as a bare-bones 4 chord song, written on my keyboard at about 2:30 am. Before writing the song, I remember laying on my bed listening to the Back to Black album by Amy Winehouse taking comfort that I wasn’t the only one who’s been through the wringer. I was listening to “Tears Dry on Their Own,” thinking, “wow there's so much pain in this song but the overall vibe of the music makes me feel really good.” It allowed me not to get caught up in the negative feelings I was having. When it comes to intention/sonics there wasn’t too much thought that went into it. The song developed pretty naturally! I knew I wanted to write a song that empowered me as well as my listener. I wanted to write a song that everyone could relate to, with raw, real lyrics and an infectious groove with some vintage influence, to create an experience of the stereotypical 50s era “housewife,” sweet on the outside but clearly has something up her sleeve. I really wanted people to find comfort within the lyrics & to sing along on the top of their lungs! (That was also part of the revenge plan). My parents raised me on all kinds of music but I was really raised on 60’s-80’s music. So I knew that I wanted to keep real, organic instruments in my music, while still playing with current sounds, so adding some electronic instruments helped bring that balance and my vision to life. It’s funny you ask about sonics because even though SYS didn’t have much sonic inspiration related to the lyrics, I do have another song dropping in a couple of months which was totally written through sonics, to create an overall experience that matched the lyrical topic. I’m SUPER excited to share that one with everyone! Was it easy to write your lyricism for "Set You Straight"? Or was it difficult to reach back to those painful memories and channel those emotions? Writing the lyrics for "Set You Straight" definitely sent me into emotional overload. I was angry, hurt, shocked and confused all at the same time. I sat at my piano jotting down ideas in my songbook about words I wanted to use and things I wanted to say. I then began to form the lyrics from those ideas. The first lyric that came to mind was “took all that I had and just walked away,” I remember writing this lyric with tears streaming down my face, trying to push through to write the next line that came to mind which was “I feel so numb without you here.” "Set You Straight" was a very difficult song to write because my feelings were so fresh and super conflicted. I didn’t love this guy. I just never thought HE would've treated me as horribly as he did. I was stuck holding onto the person that I once knew for my whole life, rather than recognizing the person he actually is. So that made it extremely difficult to access those emotions and thoughts in a constructive way if that makes sense. Do you normally release such exciting and spirited tunes like "Set You Straight"? Do songs like these represent your artistic brand? "Set You Straight" definitely represents my artistic brand! It’s edgy/attitudey, playful and the feelings are totally raw, which is everything I stand for. I’m someone who’s all over the place. Somedays I want a vintage sound, and somedays I want super gritty guitars blaring so the neighbors can hear! My music represents the chaos that is Tatum Quinn and it’s never going to be predictable! Personally, music has always really affected me and my mood. I tend to overthink a lot, so if I listen to music that's really sad and slow, my mood tends to shift into those feelings. That's why I love writing upbeat music like SYS! You can still get your message across but while creating something that will also make people feel really good and empowered! Now don’t get me wrong, I do like sad/slow music and I think it’s important to have those songs as well, I just prefer the lighter stuff as it helps me get through whatever I need to get through without feeling stuck in those “low” feelings. I hope that my music will help people and make them feel like they have a place where they belong and where they’re accepted! Especially in a world that can be so harsh and judgemental. linktr.ee/tatumquinn

Born in Wilson, North Carolina, TGYE, is an artist of another element. He began interacting and experiencing music at the age of 14. From humble beginnings to his first recording being on an iPhone 4, he has come to provide listeners with top-tier sound quality. TGYE has always loved art, but the music was one of his favorite outlets of expression. He stands for the idea of bringing music back through storytelling elements, and the ability to touch people’s souls. Surfing through the rhythmic appeal of new wave Hip-hop, we tap into the distinctive soundscape of TGYE’s most recent single “Mirrors.” There’s a moody elixir of musical components that have you fastened to the progressions that the instrumentation distributes amongst those tuning in. Bolstered into the energy that TGYE disburses through his vocal performance, we capture the melodic effervescence that has you swaying to the seemingly dark structure before you. The song’s title "Mirror” directly reflects on TGYE’s introspection as an artist, and creative at the helm of his own sonic creations. The futuristic realm takes on nods of nostalgic 80s synth wave as TGYE casts out an exclusive fusion of eras and genres in order to propel “Mirrors” through your speakers. What we admire the most about this insightful record has to be the transitions between TGYE’s thoughts that change in the flourishing atmospheres lingering in the composition. He makes a creation like this speak wonders about who he is beyond the music. Representing his views through a perspective lens that in turn sparks a flood of thoughts, we continue to douse ourselves in “Mirrors,” all while pressing the repeat button. Welcome to BuzzMusic TGYE, and congratulations on the release of your most recent single, “Mirrors.” What inspired such an introspective approach to this single? Thank you, bless bless. First off major shoutout to a good friend of mine, “Itwasashy.” He produced and engineered this song, and we work really well together, that’s my guy. I would not be able to have this single if not for him. But to answer your question, in all truth, this song is one hundred percent inspired by Justin Timberlake's song “Mirrors.” When I first heard the beat from my producer I was attached automatically but I didn’t know what I wanted to speak on.I didn’t know what I wanted to write about. One day I was at work and heard “Mirrors” by Justin Timberlake on the station and was brought back to when the song first came out, I was young and that song really struck me by its melodies and instruments. Justin Timberlake is an amazing creative. To this day I still love that song. But yea, I heard that song and told myself I need to bring emotion to whatever it is I write, I need to feel, I want to make something that is real, something you can’t ignore when you listen. When I record I like to play with my voice and do all of these sounds and vocals because, for me, that makes music. I mean that’s what music is, a mixture of sounds and I want to expand on that. I figured to speak what was on my mind at the time, and it happened to be me self-reflecting. Growing up with influences in the genre of Hip-hop, do you find that you take the old school origins into consideration when crafting your original creations? Indeed, yes I do. At all times. The roots come from being original and that continuous drive to create. I always remember to be myself and not feel ashamed about the reality of life. It’s not easy of course, but it’s something no one should be afraid to talk about. Music should make you feel yourself again or at least bring you to yourself. So pulling that thought process out and placing it into my music is a lot easier. Hip-hop started off original and different from what others were doing at the time. I hold that same energy when I create now. To me it’s freeing and again, allowing me to be myself. What does “Mirrors,” say about you as an individual aside from the music? I would say it’s the acknowledgment and reminder that I’m the one watching and the one being watched. People's eyes are mirrors. My eyes are mirrors. I see myself for who I am and who I was..or at least thought I was. It’s continuous growth. I know that I am human and I know the reality of what it means to be. Not everything or everyone is perfect. Sometimes we have to look at ourselves and remember who we are. To live is important, live it up. What’s your mission statement as an artist? How do you ensure that you carry that out through each song you create? Love who you are, know who you are, and be what you seek. Life isn’t easy but flowers don’t without the dirt. I stay true to myself and God comes first. I wouldn’t be here if not for existence. When I’m creating, just overall, I allow the feeling at that moment to flow through me and just go at it. So my feeling is what ignites that spark to sound the way I do. The main point is to truly enjoy what it is I’m doing and be real with what it is I’m doing. I can never lose that. I never will. It’s the smallest things in life that bring us an infinite amount of happiness. Everyone creates in some shape or form, my way happens to be music. We all have feelings, it’s based upon how we express them. Instagram Twitter

The Bay Area-based singer-songwriter, producer, and versatile pop artist Tewy encourages us to get going on a needed "Getaway" with his latest uplifting single. Although his music career didn't begin with a regular path into music creation, Tewy has been able to hone in and focus on his evolving craft with help from his athletic determination and work ethic. A football player at the University of Oregon, Tewy now steers towards his music career with help from the magic of creativity and songwriting. Elaborating on his latest single, "Getaway," Tewy and his bright vocals offer an immensely intriguing listening experience as he encourages us to set sail on a needed getaway. Also sharing a few passionate and playful nods to young love, Tewy's new single truly leaves us in need of a well-deserved break. Jumping into "Getaway," the song opens with a pulsating synth arrangement that glitters and gleams with incredible energy and an uplifting undertone. As Tewy makes his way in, he begins to touch on a need to flee the city with someone special and hit the road on a spontaneous getaway. As we reach the hook, Tewy rides the groovy pop beat with immense rhythm and passion while displaying his devotion for someone special and their sweet getaway. We love the vibrant feel of this single, especially as it offers an incredible blend of organic and synthetic instrumentation while Tewy serenades us with the utmost optimism and passion. Take your "Getaway," with help from Tewy's latest single, and add the song to your road trip playlist on all digital streaming platforms. We truly admire the uplifting and passionate tone of your latest single, "Getaway." What inspired you to write a song about getting away from the city's noise with someone special? I think with everything that was going on in 2020. everyone was thinking about the next chance they'll get to take a trip they've always wanted to take. the goal is to make sure you have someone to escape with. Did you produce the sonics yourself within "Getaway"? How did you create the production to offer this vacation-like vibe and atmosphere? I collaborated with the talented EDM producer, Templo on this track. He sent me the beat and we had the makings of the song in just a couple of days! he captured the vibe perfectly and from there the writing was easy! How did you want the listener to feel after listening to your passionate lyricism within "Getaway"? What did you want the listener to take away from this piece? The message is pretty clear. a little spontaneity is important every now and then. get out and see the world. now more than ever, we are looking for new adventures. Seize that moment! Do you usually create such uplifting and feel-good songs like "Getaway"? Are upbeat songs like this a usual occurrence for you? I try to make music people can relate to and enjoy at any time. on the beach or at home. i just want to make stuff that makes you feel a little better than you did before you heard it. What would you like new listeners to know about the music that you create? I hope that everyone finds my music easy to listen to. that way it can be a part of your everyday life. im working on my craft just like anyone else and I hope that everyone can find a song or two of mine that they enjoy. my promise to my listeners is that the sound will evolve and my hope is that everyone can hop on board at any time! Instagram

Hailing from the outskirts of Manhattan and currently residing in Philadelphia, 22-year-old designer, photographer, director, and producer, Disembodied has been active within the world of music since 2015. Using Disembodied as a vessel for all his audio and visual projects, he continuously meshes his diverse set of self-taught skills into art. Translating his life experiences through his art with little to no filter, Disembodied refuses to be put into any box of previous set precedents in any genre. Sending a surge of creativity through the speakers with his most recent single, “c3llular,” Disembodies present his genre-defying sound through a high octane performance of musical elements. Taking on notes from House and Hip-hop echoes, there’s a unique brilliance that comes from the intricately laced foundation that presents itself to us with uplifting grooves. Admiring the raw timbres that assert the notion of urgency, they cement themselves in the mix as a standout piece all on their own. There’s a seamless blend of high to low frequencies that fuel the well-rounded mix before us, as Disembodied propels a fusion of therapy and uproar in order to cast out the entrancing essence of “c3llular.” We admit that we’re pulled towards the mind-altering array of textures that come forth through the various coats unveiled. Peeling back the layers of this multi-dimensional track, we hear the authenticity of Disembodied illuminate in a powerful manner. Making his own statement in the irrefutable lane he calls his own, it’s no wonder how he continues to garner attention from those far and wide. Disembodied truly conquer in his exclusive realm of musical finesse. Congratulations on the release of your latest single, “c3llular.” With such an impactful record that defies genres all over, what was the inspiration behind the creation of this song? Thank you! What inspired the song was really just a point after a breakup where you feel that you don't know the person anymore. Where your friends are taking bets on if they've moved on and eventually reaching a point where you're trying to not care anymore. Hit my cellular is basically saying you can call me but I can't promise that I'll be around if/when you do. What does “c3llular” say about you as an individual apart from the music? How does it hold up to your music catalog currently available? I think if anything, "cellular," just shows that I'm human. Everyone goes through things in their own way and music is my form of resolving those inner demons. I think being my second release under that category of experimental hyper-pop, it definitely tracks through having a catchy rhythm but lyrics that are meaningful to me. We love how you use an array of sounds that complement each other more than the last. What did the creative process look like when fashioning this particular record together? The original record was pitched up about half an octave so it wasn't until the 4th revision where I brought it back! Aside from that, I knew I wanted the track to have a kick that emulated clipping distortion, as well as some fun, high-pitched bell/, plucks that remind me of being a kid in the early 2000s. When I heard the instrumental in its completion, it reminded me of a theme song to some kind of cartoon I would watch as a kid and I loved that about it. What musical and non-musical influences do you allow to speak into the music you create? So far, a lot of the music I've released, and been making, revolves around being heartbroken. Two of my main influences recently have been Contradash and oaf1, creating a super anthemic sound while maintaining rather emotional and true lyrics. That's something I work towards perfecting every day. What's a piece of advice you would give an independent artist, who's just starting out? If I were to give them any advice it'd have to be to just release your music. Don't get it mixed 20 times, don't shelve it for "the right time", don't worry so much about "that one snare that seems to top-heavy." There are billions of people in this world and if you like your music, chances are other people will, too! instagram.com/_disembodied

Currently residing in Phoenix, Arizona, Grace Otto is an alternative pop singer-songwriter who grew up in Billings, Montana. Her musical journey started at the piano on her grandfather’s lap, as he played fake book after fake book of jazz standards with the rest of the family band. Although music was a keystone in her life, she didn’t start writing her own music until the summer of 2018. With 10 unreleased songs that range in themes from hurt to feelings of general instability, to self-love and acceptance, Grace Otto is bold, theatrical, honest, and dedicated to expressing herself authentically. The buoyant pop essence of Grace Otto’s latest single has us thriving in a realm of unapologetic sass, and witty charm. “You’re the Worst,” acts as a vivacious anthem for all of those who have been wronged by an ex-lover in their lifetime. The overflowing passion that comes from Grace Otto’s charisma has us walking the tightrope of boisterous and effervescent hues that make up the well-rounded, and likable energy she delivers to listeners far and wide. As a debut single, the entire high-spiritedness that’s dispensed from a place of passion has us wanting to personally know Grace Otto so we can dissect her thoughts one on one. Holding onto a memorability and allure of that caliber doesn’t come easy for some, and the fact that Grace Otto knocks it out of the park has us immersed in the high octane performance she stirs up. “You’re the Worst,” connects with us on a personal level, and has us only imagining the up-rise that it has brought into the lives of people far and wide. Captivating us with her dazzling croons and inimitable swagger, Grace Otto is surfacing to the top of the totem with songs like these. Congratulations on the release of your debut single, “You’re the Worst.” We love how blatantly direct you are in the way you perform this track! We can only imagine there’s a killer story to go with the inspiration behind this song. Could you please take us into what influenced this track's concept? Thank you, I’m seriously so happy you like it! Oh yeah, there’s a story behind almost everything that I’ve written. I have a background in theatre and playwriting so... I’m kind of obsessed with stories. The story behind this track, in particular, starts in 2017: I was dating this guy and he and his friends took a trip to New York City, one of those friends is a girl he had a history with. I was like “keep it together Grace, you don’t want to be “that girl”... which, in retrospect, I think there was some internalized misogyny going on because there’s nothing wrong with having boundaries, but anyway; I was at our house and he was in New York. I went to check my messages on Facebook on our home computer, but he was still signed in. Just as I went to sign out, a picture from her popped up… and like, not the kind of picture you would want your boyfriend receiving from a girl he had a history with, you know what I mean? I hadn't really written a song before, but I was so mad at her, that I went to my keyboard and just... exploded. I wrote a song called “Natalie,” which was kinda the prototype for 'You’re the Worst,' but I realized by the time I got into the studio to record that my anger was totally misdirected. He was the one overstepping my boundaries. He was the one who wasn’t there when I needed him. So fast forward about a year after we broke up, he and I were in the middle of figuring out how to maintain a friendship but I was just… upset. I hated the situation because admittedly, I was still completely in love with him... but I knew it wouldn’t work. It's the worst feeling in the world. The studio was about 2 hours away from where I was living at the time, so I had this whole car ride to sorta stew in my feelings, blasting P!NK and Amy Winehouse the whole time. I got to the studio and talked to my producer about what was going on, and he was like “yeah, that’s the worst, anyway, what are we making?” I said something like “what do you think it would sound like if Amy Winehouse wrote a P!NK song?” : he took that, made a stellar beat, and we got to writing. I was in this headspace that I couldn’t write about the breakup because we were still trying to be friends, but Hiram (my producer) asked, “what if the chorus is just “you’re the worst” over and over” and it clicked. I had bottled everything up and I had a “fuck it, this is what I’m feeling, I’m going to write about it” moment, and that’s how You’re the Worst happened. With 10 songs unreleased, how long ago was “You’re the Worst” written? Was anybody assisting you in the top-tier production and sound quality that this record holds? So, You’re the Worst was written in late August of 2019 with my producer Hiram Hernandez, who has worked with Asking Alexandria, Breaking Benjamin, AVOID, Dragged Under, SION… a whole bunch of really awesome bands. We did another song together before deciding we wanted to work on an album, and we actually recorded it at the beginning of COVID. Like, I moved to Phoenix to do it and a week later Italy started getting really bad, and a couple of days later, the world was in lockdown It ended up being a really insane process; we had no idea what was going on in the world, we didn’t really know each other, but at least we had a project. In terms of the creative process that you embarked on when fashioning together “You’re the Worst,” did you find that you were able to get this song out in an organic way? Does what it means to you the same as what you want your audience to take away from it? Totally organic. I think both Hiram and I have had romantic experiences where we’ve been screwed over. I remember feeling really torn writing “you say you love me but I saw you with that bitch from down the way”. I was like… is this anti-feminist? Is this shitty? But it’s a manic heartbreak song. I think everyone’s dealt with jealousy on some level, especially with how society teaches us to treat relationships. It’s really possessive. It fosters jealousy. I’ve grown up a lot since recording "You're the Worst,” let things go, and have reflected on how I reacted to the situation in part because the song is weirdly healing. You would think it’s kinda negative screaming “You’re the Worst”, but you have gotta feel those feelings to move past them. I think anyone in the middle of their own “You’re the Worst” moment probably needs to release some stuff that they might not feel fully comfortable expressing in “real” life. We wrote it so anyone could project their experiences onto it; everyone’s felt jealousy, everyone’s felt heartbroken, everyone has felt things they don’t want to feel. I think especially as women, there’s a pressure to be overly forgiving or unrealistically positive, and if we express something outside of those norms, we’re "crazy." I coped with the breakup by blaming myself for everything, especially because towards the end I lashed out in ways I wasn't proud of. It's way easier to completely blame yourself because then you can fix it (which again, fixing things emotionally is something pushed onto women). In a lot of ways, I was the worst, but it wasn't completely my fault. There's a difference between accountability and martyring yourself. There’s an added pressure to be morally right for women or to sacrifice themselves to be “good.” "You’re the Worst," is all about expressing yourself even when it’s ugly because nothing will make you feel more “crazy” than not listening to yourself. What’s your mission statement as an artist? How do you ensure to make that known through everything that you do? It’s overly simplistic to say we live in a plastic world with no authenticity, but I do think we live in a world that prioritizes being “ok” when literally nothing is ok. It’s a cognitive dissonance that makes things feel really hopeless when we finally admit to ourselves that we are not ok. Take climate change for example people collectively refused to look at it and now the ocean’s on fire. Emotions are a lot like climate change; if we want to fix ourselves we gotta be honest with ourselves without falling into nihilism. My mission statement is to stand in my own power, love, honesty, and resilience in a way that helps others stand in theirs; to be an example of someone who is not always ok, not always right, not done growing, but is still out there kicking ass. graceotto.com

Los Angeles-based Codi Smith has been exploring the world of Pop in a way in which only he can do. Leaving his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 18, he has spent the last 8 years honing in on his artistry primarily in the underground scene. Codi Smith has found himself evolving into what he felt was a more introspective style of writing, and that’s displayed in his recent release of, ‘in the meantime (EP).’ Allowing us to submerge ourselves in the evolving motions of falling in love, to heartbreak, to disgust, in a mere four songs, the various moods that are propelled from this piece make it so we can truly resonate with Codi Smith. Taking on the anthemic route of power-pop ballads, the introductory single “supernova,” has us entering the exclusive universe that Codi Smith has worked diligently in order to master. With powerful vocals that draw you into his descriptive narratives, he has a knack for creating a compelling masterpiece that’s sure to evoke a world of visualizations. Beginning on a sparse note that trickles into your speakers with mass potential, you’re struck by a sense of anticipation that brews strongly within. The flourishing soundscape that transports you into a jaunty display of rhythm has the infectious grooves cascading with an empowering vocal fueled by determination. Lyrical motifs such as ‘My heart burst like a supernova. Ignited then I felt it split into two,’ leave you with an eloquent medley of emotions that inflame thought, and cast out comprehensive imaginings to your headspace. Codi Smith’s expressive croons produce a charismatic flow that has you immediately hooked on the words he performs. We couldn’t ask for a better way to commence the succession of ‘in the meantime (EP).’ Congratulations on the release of ‘in the meantime (EP).’ With “supernova” is such a strong introduction into the body of work, what inspired you to lead this project with this specific track? I lead the project with 'supernova' for two reasons. The first is that I anticipate limited attention from listeners who are unfamiliar with my work. If a new listener has only 30 seconds to give me, I wanted to serve something that was strong, catchy, and high energy. With 'supernova' as the hook, hopefully, they’ll stick around for more. The second reason is for the project’s story. ‘supernova’ represents the ethereal feeling of falling for someone and the EP descends all the way to disgust with ‘cant remember. Could you please take us a bit deeper into the flow of this EP? Was there a method to your madness when assembling the tracklist, and how are you hoping that the audience picks up on the themes exposed? Technically, there was no intentional method to this project at the beginning. I was creating a completely different project and these songs had seemed to not fit, so I had the idea to create this EP. I had 3 songs at this point and 'idkw' and 'supernova' came last. 'Supernova' was the very last one and was created solely to complete the story. It also just so happened that all of this came together while I was preparing for heart surgery (which I'm currently in the process of healing from). I knew that I would be healing for at least three months which meant I wouldn't be performing or actively pursuing my pop star duties. This is why I decided to call the project 'in the meantime'. I hope the audience can feel the relatable flow of love lost and love slipping through their fingertips. You’ve mentioned that you have worked on your sound for the past 8 years; which is incredible to us. How have you found yourself growing as an artist from your first release to now? With any passion you invest in, expect to see growth and change that relates to every part of your life. I never really saw myself as a songwriter. I was only songwriting because I thought, ‘who else is going to do it?’ I'm not sure why but I felt like songwriting was a rare gift only certain people were born with. Over the years I've cultivated my pen and I absolutely consider myself a songwriter. With dedicated time, you can carve space to say more and uncover more vocal and melodic confidence. To me, it's much more fulfilling--but I had no idea it would be this way when I started out! I get to say that every song I’ve made was completely written by me. What words of advice do you have for your audience that may be experiencing the motions of heartbreak? My biggest advice to anyone going through heartbreak is to do your best to feel all the emotions that you can. Have your moment and don't let anyone stop you from having your moment. Suppressing emotions will only result in a bigger blowup when it finally does hit you. And it usually hits you at the worst times. My therapist always tells me time doesn't heal all. Difficult emotional work does. What's next for you? I see a full-length project in my future, with hopefully a new single out before the end of this year. I want to get back to my roots sonically with more uptempo pop-centric tracks. I look forward to completing my healing process and being back in a position where I can perform live again. instagram.com/codismith twitter.com/thecodismith facebook.com/CODISMITHMUSIC

Ivy Shades is breaking records with her latest music, and you have to listen in to see why. As an emerging Hip/Hop artist, Ivy Shades has seen her musical success grow rapidly and it comes as a result of her strategic blend of hard-hitting lyricism with attention-grabbing melodies. Racking up over half a million views of YouTube thus far, Ivy Shades isn’t planning on slowing down any time soon, as you can expect to hear her flavourful sound much more often. Ivy Shades has a unique take on Hip/Hop music that she shares within her latest track, “Photo.” With high exploitation of auto-tune, a dynamic and magnetic atmosphere can fester appropriately. The vocals are delivered in a fervent, zealous way that could easily get any heart pumping. “Photo” displays arousing and idiosyncratic harmonies that expel a quality vibrancy, which is a complete result of Ivy Shades’ colorful persona. Ivy Shades isn’t trying to conform to any style with “Photo” but her own, and this is an element that can easily be heard upon listening to the fiery single. The imagery is flourishing without a doubt, and with such affecting music, listeners may very well find themselves drifting off into an Ivy Shades-induced daydream. “Photo” leaves us in awe of Ivy Shades’ capricious creativity, which only built more anticipation for whichever musical offering she will release next. Ivy Shades—we’re keeping our listening ears on you. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Ivy Shades. What an interesting approach you took on in your electronically-inspired single, "Photo." What were you hoping to accomplish with your particular vision? When people watch my videos I want them to see my artistic side extends beyond the typical. I look up to legends like Lil' Kim and Missy Elliott. Just like them, I don't do anything halfway. So, when we came up with the concept, I needed the wild outfits, the dancers and choreography, the lighting, all of that. My team is very happy with the result and we're getting great feedback. Would you say that "Photo," had an overarching theme that you wanted to communicate to listeners? Every time I walk up in a club with my crew, The Female Money Team, we turn heads. Cameras start flashing when we walk in with our high heels on and heads high. It's all about female empowerment. I just wanted to recreate that feeling so when fans hear it they feel like they're a star. It's the perfect song for the catwalk, TikTok, and one of my fans is going to win a free pair of Christian Louboutins for coming up with the best video! As an artist that has gained the attention of various elite music artists, how are you working to use this attention to your advantage? To tell you the truth, a cosign only goes so far in this business. You still have to put in the work, and that's one thing I will always do. The support of my fans is really what gives me leverage. As long as they keep streaming and watching the videos, and keep coming up with dope TikTok dances for "Photo," then I know it's going to give what it needs to give. Can your audience expect your future music to be similar in theme and production to "Photo?" I love pushing the boundaries with my music, so you never know what to expect from Ivy Shades. However, you can expect nothing but fire, I guarantee you that! Instagram Artist Website

Born in Seattle and raised in Lake Stevens, AlphaPatron is a multicultural artist who incorporates a mix of Hip-hop, Pop, Funk, R&B, and Afro-fusion within his music. Instilling an impactful rush of uplifting hues, AlphaPatron’s music speaks themes of encouragement to life, along with the urge to dance. Tuning into the most recent release of AlphaPatron’s “A Summer’s Delight,” we plunge ourselves into the swarming essence of lush summertime sounds. Through a prominent display of funk-fueled guitar riffs that have a satisfactory inflection in the sustenance they embody, the rhythmic grooves are nothing shy of infectious. AlphaPatron approaches the buoyant tempo in a mesmerizing manner that has him riding the beat with wavy cadences sure to make you get out of your seat and move along to the coinciding drum patterns. We admire the merger of Hip-hop tenors that speak into his inspiration when approaching his verses. You get bits and pieces from various genres, but a stand-out moment for us has to be the uplifting brilliance that comes from AlphaPatron as second nature. There’s no denying the charismatic appeal that comes tumbling from “A Summer’s Delight,” the moment it begins to play; but this timeless piece could last you all year long with its anthemic origin. Taking a record and projecting its allure in a major way seems to be the mission for AlphaPatron, and we’re here for it. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic AlphaPatron.The amount of feel-good energy, and good vibrations that reside in “A Summer’s Delight” brings us to the repeat button instantly! With a fusion of sounds being something that you’re known for, where did this particular blend of resonance stem from? The blends of different sounds and vibes stemmed strictly from the '80s and late '70s. The different guitar lines were inspired by Quincy Jones and Michael Jacksons' "Off The Wall" and "Thriller, also with the drum patterns you could definitely hear it in the song! Other soulful funk-pop artists in the 80's such as George Benson and Stevie Wonder also is where some of the inspiration came from. In your own words, what does this song mean to you? What are you hoping that your listeners can reflect on or take away from the messaging instilled into “A Summer’s Delight?" "A Summer's Delight" to me is a reflection of the overall mood and energy that I carried with me the whole summer of 2021. Walking with a contagious uplifting energy that could really bring someone else's spirit up when they might be down, or even just encouragement when they may feel hopeless. With this song, my goal was to bring different audiences together. What I mean by that, is through this song I want to bring together the likes of an older audience who grew up during the era of 80's funk and groove, with the new generation of the younger people who resonate with catchy hooks and melodies. Do you find that where you reside speaks to the music you create? What’s the music scene like where you’re from? After moving to LA, and being around amazing musicians and friends with crazy ears. My music circumference widened by a ton, with crazy sounds and vibes that I never would have listened to if it weren't for the people I was around. Sounds included, punk rock, indie, alternative rock, and even contemporary worship. I get inspired very easily, so I wanted to just try out a ton of different sounds and vibes, this was also the first time I felt comfortable with singing without autotune as well. If you could have your audience remember one thing about you, what would you want it to be? If there was one thing I would like my audience to remember about me would be an elevating man who is not afraid and led by God! What's next for you? You're just going to have to sit down, grab the popcorn and wait and see! Instagram