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The Aussie alternative, country, and Americana artist/singer-songwriter Andy Penkow encourages us to reach for the stars with his latest single, "Before I Go." The award-winning artist has won over many fans with his smooth and powerful voice steeped in honesty. Studying at JMC Academy and completing an advanced diploma in popular music and performance led Andy Penkow into his trailblazing career without an end in sight. With several nominations and awards under his belt, it's safe to say that Andy Penkow is here to stay. Now releasing his 'bucket list song,' "Before I Go," Andy Penkow offers a stimulating and enlivening listening experience while reminding us that if we shoot for the moon, we'll still land among the stars. "Those who know me and who have followed my career over the past few years know how passionate I am not just with my music but in life. I wanted to write a song that incorporated this," says Penkow. Produced by Rod Motbey, "Before I Go" takes off with a groovy rhythm guitar, a rich drum arrangement, a warm acoustic guitar, and a gleaming organ. As Andy Penkow makes his warm and melodic vocal appearance, he begins to share the dreams and wishes he'd like to achieve before his time is up. We adore the toe-tapping instrumentation within this track, as it perfectly enhances Andy Penkow's relatable and passionate lyrical theme while keeping the listener locked in and engaged. As Andy Penkow makes his way towards the song's end, he tugs on our heartstrings while reminding us to keep our dreams alive and well. Allow Andy Penkow's latest single, "Before I Go," to be your beacon of hope. Find "Before I Go" on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Andy Penkow, we truly appreciate such an uplifting and encouraging track like "Before I Go." What inspired you to create a single that touches on keeping your dreams alive and checking experiences off your bucket list? My love of music and the career that I've worked so hard for. I wanted this song to be a reminder of what I want to achieve in my life, and I was hoping that whoever is listening to it can also relate it to their own dream. What was it like working with producer Rod Motbey for "Before I Go?" How did he help bring the song's sonic emotion and passion to life? I have a lot of respect for Rod. We have worked together on many projects now. He has a really great way of understanding what I want to achieve, adding his own flavor but still keeping the song authentic to my vision. We are currently working on a 14 track album that will hit radio early next year. How did you want the listener to feel after listening to "Before I Go?" What sort of emotions or thoughts did you want to evoke? I want them to sing along, anywhere, any age, no matter what music they like or what their dreams are, this song is for all the dreamers out there. Do you normally write such optimistic and uplifting songs like "Before I Go?" Should we expect you to continue releasing songs that leave the listener feeling inspired? I have got a name for myself in the country scene for writing a lot of sad love songs which i'm happy to have. But I want to stretch myself and my art so I'm really starting to look outside the box. On a more personal note, why do you think your music has been so successful and prosperous? What makes you stand out from other independent alt-country singer-songwriters? I think I have something different to offer the country scene. My style and sound are very much my own and I've tried my best to be true to myself as an artist and human. That's the best way to be in life, as no one can do you better than you can. My fans really do get behind me and that's just amazing as I have so much more to offer, this is just the beginning for me. Instagram Facebook

The Toronto-based rapper, r&b/hip-hop artist, and singer-songwriter Kem'Yah dissects societal and personal matters in a conceptual 12-track album entitled 'Original.' Through his blend of Congolese rumba, reggae, hip-hop, soul, and jazz, Kem'Yah's urban sound is nothing but ordinary. Always paying homage to his roots and upbringing, Kem'Yah never fails to showcase his style-bending musicianship in each release. Recently dropping his 12-track album, 'Original,' we're incredibly excited to introduce our readers to this thorough and meaningful project, as it's not one to miss out on. Jumping into the project through the introductory track, "Check the Clock," the song offers this calming and relaxed r&b atmosphere while Kem'Yah sets the album's tone with his bars that expand on divine timing and being exactly where he's meant to be. Hitting play on track number two, "Black Skin," Kem'Yah's bars and sweet vocals truly make for a chilling listening experience, especially as he rides the rhythmic and downtempo r&b beat while encouraging people of color to see the beauty and magnificence in their skin. Moving into the title track, "Original," Kem'Yah lifts our spirits with his upbeat blend of hip-hop and Congolese rumba that offers incredible energy and vibrance. As Kem'Yah dives into his lyrical message, he powerfully reminds us that Africans are the ancestors of humanity, emphasizing the respect they must be shown as African culture continues to influence our world today. On track number four, "Find Myself," Kem'Yah turns it down a notch and dives into a deeply introspective message of realizing that his search for God ends when he finds himself. The next track, "Connection," offers this upbeat and electronic/house sonic atmosphere while Kem'Yah grooves his way through and expands on the deep connection he's built with his wife while paying tribute to beautiful black women everywhere. Reaching the album's midway point with "Gods Are Rising," Kem'Yah heats the project's atmosphere with a powerful hip-hop beat while touching on a rather rebellious lyrical subject of rising against hatred, oppression, and genocide against people of color. The seventh track, "No Light," offers a powerful atmosphere with a mid-tempo hip-hop/r&b beat while Kem'Yah enlightens us on the importance of one's identity and embodying all that your culture and heritage have to offer. Deepening the album's listening experience with "Black God," the scorching hot hip-hop beat hits our speakers like a crash landing. As Kem'Yah expands on God's image and how it unfairly fits the European standards, he also reminds people of color to stay true to their image of God and steer away from the mentality that God is white. Setting a wildfire with the next track, "VooDoo High," the robust hip-hop beat offers a dense and rich sonic atmosphere while Kem'Yah offers a deeply rhythmic performance that touches on his connection to the spiritual realm and its inhabitants. Landing on "Shango," a track we've recently featured, the blistering hip-hop beat sets the song's energetic and intense tone while Kem’Yah reclaims his individuality and freedom after beating his charges and feeling nothing but invincible. Moving into "Ghetto Magick," Kem’Yah turns the vibes up with his soothing r&b production and instrumentation while expanding on the love he cherishes with his dear wife and the magic of their relationship. Reaching the final track of the album with "Divine Dynasty (feat. Sa Ra Herut)," Sa Ra Herut opens the song with his deep vocals that perfectly contrast Kem’Yah's melodic tones while both artists expand on the creation of the black dynasty and focusing on its importance and originality. We're truly impressed with the deepened emotion and meaning that Kem’Yah has placed into his album, 'Original,' and we encourage our readers to take a listen and experience the project's sonic dynamic range and lyrical dexterity. Find 'Original' on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Kem'Yah, and congratulations on releasing your anticipated 12-track album, 'Original.' What was the main focus or message that you wanted to get across with this record? Thank you so very much, truly appreciated. The main focus on this body of work was really to find a unique but authentic and unapologetic way to express that Afrikans (people, culture, history, etc) are the 'Original' ancestors, the Originals Gods of all mankind while also sharing how I came to this knowledge thru my personal experiences over the last few years. What inspired you to create the album 'Original?' When did you initially feel inspired to create this record? How long was it in the making? I actually started working on this album as I was almost done concluding my first album. Some of the records on 'Original' were originally (no pun intended) on 'Know Thyself.' Did you face any challenges when writing and creating 'Original?' How did you overcome these obstacles? Yeah, of course, I mean some of the topics I discuss on the album are hard to hear for the average person, but that's also what my music is about, it's meant to provoke the listener to ask questions and question the status quo no matter how wild what I'm saying might be perceived. It's fact, not an opinion which can all be verified if people pick up some books. Which track within 'Oringal' do you feel highlights the record's concept and meaning the most? I'd say "Gods Are Rising." Did you work with any producers when creating the sonics for 'Original?' How did the producers help execute the visions and genres you had in mind? There's a ton of great producers on this album, but it's really my engineer Astro who helps bring my concepts and ideas to life. Instagram

The Nigerian recording artist and singer-songwriter Y.X.L. Ayo highlights the meaningful intro track, "G.R.A.," off his latest 6-track EP, 'IBUKUN.' Leader of the creative group Young and Living, YXL Ayo prides himself on his artistic versatility that offers a nod to his Nigerian heritage through British r&b and hip-hop. Through various features on BBC Introducing, Reprezent Radio, West Side Radio, and many others, YXL Ayo is truly making his way around the music industry without an end in sight. Regarding his latest 6-track EP, 'IBUKUN,' which translates to 'blessed/blessing' in Yoruba, YXL Ayo goes back to his Nigerian roots with the project's afro-fusion sonic inspiration. Highlighting the EP's intro track, "G.R.A.," YXL Ayo mentioned that the song is a tribute to his late grandmother, who unfortunately passed away from Covid-19. "G.R.A." opens with a gentle array of guitars that swoon our ears with their lush and chilling sounds. As a mid-tempo and groovy afrobeat drum arrangement begins kicking its way through our speakers, YXL Ayo enters the track and begins to enlighten us on the many blessings that life has granted him while inviting his brothers and sisters to relish life's peaks. As he jumps into the first verse, YXL Ayo pays a sweet tribute to his late grandmother, who's shining brighter than ever in the heavens. Through his meaningful and heartfelt lyrics, YXL Ayo truly makes the entire listening experience incredibly savory while allowing the listeners to realize the blessings that we're gifted with each and every day. Allow YXL Ayo's latest single, "G.R.A.," to remind you to never take anything for granted. Find the single on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic YXL Ayo, we adore the optimism and heart you've placed into your recent single, "G.R.A." What inspired you to pay tribute to your late grandmother through song? I couldn’t not pay tribute to my Grandmother, she was an amazing selfless woman who touched the hearts of many. I learned so many life lessons from her. A lot of people could learn a lot from her life. Even though "G.R.A." is a tribute to your grandmother who's passed on, why did you choose to keep the rest of your lyrics so optimistic and positive? Rather than offering a sadder and more emotional lyrical theme? The reason why I kept the lyrics positive was because that's how my Grandmother was as a person. I also wanted the listeners to feel warm and feel like they are at home. Did you create the production for "G.R.A.?" Why did you want the sonics within the song to be so warm, uplifting, and groovy? JBJ produced the track. I connected with the beat instantly! And the lyrics just flowed out of me! It was almost as if my Grandmother was singing through me. It was a very different experience. How does "G.R.A." set the tone for the rest of the EP, 'IBUKUN?' Why did you choose to place this song at the beginning of the project? My last project was quite toxic so I wanted to start this project with a positive vibe to let people know that I have healed and that I am in a better place mentally. What's next? I want to do more shows and hopefully do a tour! Instagram

Soaring in from Philadelphia (Frankford), Pennsylvania, the up-and-coming hip-hop artist, rapper, and songwriter FKDZA releases a smooth-sailing single entitled "Believe Me." Although he's only been creating music for just over a year now, FKDZA promises to continue learning and executing the vast knowledge he accumulates. Some of his favorite acts today consist of Young Thug while also garnering inspiration from his mother's old school r&b passion through artists like Sam Cooke, Michael Jackson, and The Temptations. Soaring in from Philadelphia (Frankford), Pennsylvania, the up-and-coming hip-hop artist, rapper, and songwriter FKD ZA releases a smooth-sailing single entitled "Believe Me." ts today consist of Young Thug while also garnering inspiration from his mother's old school r&b passion through artists like Sam Cooke, Michael Jackson, and The Temptations. and greed. Hitting play on the anticipated single, "Believe Me," the track opens with smooth piano melodies, a wailing electric guitar, and haunting background vocals. As the crisp and punchy trap drums flood our speakers with power and strength, FKD ZA makes his way in and instantly delivers vocal similarities to the renowned Roddy Rich, especially as he performs his melodic bars that dissect his days as a successful up-and-coming artist. Diving deeper into the song's lyricism and bars, FKD ZA reminds us to stand firm on our ground and steer away from letting haters and negative people bring us down. With genuine bars like "Can't try to please em all cause they just gonna leave you, you touching money now everybody wanna see you," FKD ZA exclaims his powerful message while ending the song with vast introspection and reflection. Don't miss out on the refreshing experience of FKD ZA's latest single, "Believe Me," now available on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic FKD ZA. What a powerful listening experience you've created with your latest single, "Believe Me." What inspired your bars and lyrics within this track? What inspired me to write believe me was to motivate the ones around me to notice my talent. Where I come from, the desire to be better is very low. So if someone can’t see anything in themselves it’s hard for them to believe anyone else dreams. I’ve been to hell and back living in Philadelphia, it’s not for the weak-minded and I feel like I have a priceless story to tell. Did you create the production yourself for "Believe Me?" Or did you have any help when navigating the song's sonic feel and atmosphere? I created Believe me by myself, sitting in my room just vibing to beats. I don’t believe in using writers to help you, it’s either you got it or you don’t and I feel like I have both. I was always a creative writer and loved writing starting back in elementary school so making good music came naturally. What was your songwriting process like for "Believe Me?" Was it challenging to write such informative, personal, and honest bars? Or was it easy to let your thoughts flow onto paper? When you tell the truth in your music it’s never hard to get it out, this is a way to vent and let everything I’ve been going through. I don’t care about what people think of me or how people see me if they don’t know me and that helps a lot. We were honestly taken aback when hitting play on your single, "Believe Me," as you clearly embody the talent and drive of many successful contemporary hip-hop artists. Why do you think your music has been so successful thus far? My music hasn’t been successful yet but, I feel like the time and effort I put into my work deserves more credit. The only thing I can do is keep working until the right person hears it. I have 7.9k views on Believe Me on YouTube as of right now, but I can’t get comfortable, I can’t get caught up in how good believe me is because I can do better and as long as I move with that mindset, I will be ok. Instagram

The mesmerizing r&b-soul/pop artist and singer-songwriter JazzGarcelle graces our speakers with a romantic and uplifting single entitled "Intoxicated." With various online magazine features and nominations under her belt, it's without a doubt that JazzGarcelle captures the attention of anyone she performs in front of. Also a member of the Beautiful, Brown, Bold Organization that celebrates sisterhood and accomplishments, JazzGarcelle is never one to shy away from the truth and promoting equality. Recently dropping her beautiful single, "Intoxicated," it goes without saying that JazzGarcelle offers a serene listening experience through her incredible vocal stylings and innate passion. As she grooves her way through the downtempo sonics, JazzGarcelle leaves any listener basking in her vocal prowess and creative glory. Listening to "Intoxicated," the song fiercely opens with a pulsating vocal sample and a pumping kick drum. As JazzGarcelle makes her vocal appearance alongside the tender piano melodies and sweet synth arrangements, she begins to swoon us with her mesmerizing vocal harmonies that sing a sweet and tender ballad of unconditional love. We adore how JazzGarcelle places such a relatable and emotional topic into this piece, as any listener is able to find a piece of themselves within JazzGarcelle's lyricism surrounding her utter devotion and passion for someone special. As JazzGarcelle makes her way towards the song's end, she leaves us in a trance with each hum and whisper she gracefully sends our way. Not to mention the song's overall soothing instrumentation and sonics; we're truly feeling lifted after listening to this piece. Allow JazzGarcelle to leave you feeling "Intoxicated" with her latest single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Hello JazzGarcelle, and welcome to BuzzMusic. We adore the serene and passionate listening experience you've offered with your latest single, "Intoxicated." Was there a specific moment that inspired you to let your devotion be heard via song? Thank you so much I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Yes being in deep love with someone exactly as my song's lyrics say " Intoxicated with your love, I'm so addicted to your love my baby" I wanted to release a song that anyone who is in love can relate to in their relationships. Vibe to it where ever they are in the world. Did you team up with any producers to create the sonics and instrumentation for "Intoxicated?" How did they help bring your ideas into existence? Yes, I did, a producer who goes by Yellow Synth created this particular track he's very talented I like beats that are unlike things I've heard before, unique sounds. Also my amazing executive producer SMP and vocal producer Paper PlaneJane as well. I knew right when I heard the beat, I wanted to create something that would be a definite vibe to people in love to express that through my song! Do you usually create such passionate and romantic songs like "Intoxicated?" Or was this song rather impulsive and brought on by a new love? I definitely am a romantic and wanted to give my fans a song for those romantic moments. I like creating love songs so it wasn't that impulsive. But yeah it was art imitating life for this song. Could you tell us more about your artistic brand and what you represent and stand for as an artist in today's music industry? My brand the "Jazzgarcelle brand" is about perseverance, ambition, confidence, and women's empowerment. I've been through a lot in my life and always persevere despite obstacles. My sound is distinct I want my music to appeal to different audiences. Giving women and people the confidence to express themselves in love, and life! Being a boss, owning who you are. What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? Cocoa Sarai is an amazing artist I admire and love her music her single "No Apologies" is from her latest EP Cacao 3. Instagram Twitter

Creating music inspired by warm summer nights, chill vibes, and the fun that only comes from quality time with friends and loved ones, Raging Bunch boasts songs with catchy hooks and timeless sounds that embrace the vulnerability of young love and the glory of eternal youth and rebellion. Radiating the type of warmth that originates from a longing sense of familiarity, Raging Bunch presents us with “Finally Fine,” the introductory single off of their album, ‘Peter Pandemic.’ With a tempo that sits in the inviting essence of upbeat rhythm, you can’t help but tap your fingers and toes along to the thought-provoking nature that “Finally Fine” conjures up. Easing us into a narrative that circles around overcoming the repetitive heartbreak one experiences with an inconsistent and dissatisfied partner, Raging Bunch manages to reiterate this message to us all while exemplifying the feeling of liberation that’s sealed into this masterpiece. We admire the saturated blanket of soothing vocal hues that cascade upon the bed of acoustic guitar strums and infectious grooves. Amalgamating the musicality in a way that has each respective element dynamically shining on its own and with one another, the appreciation we hear from Raging Bunch is reflected through their artistic techniques. Taking the world by storm as they instill an enthralling appeal within the compositions they perform, there is something so alluring about the laid-back foundation cast out in “Finally Fine” that has us wanting to run back the record. With a song like “Finally Fine,” honing in on what we feel are personal themes through the journey of life, what inspired you to make this track the introductory single of ‘Peter Pandemic?' I like to start all of my albums with an upbeat/fun type of song with a hopeful message. It’s fun to start off with a happy tone. We love how witty the play on words is that you use in the name of your 12 track project! Could you please take us behind the name and the overall concept that is laced into this collection of songs? Initially, the album was just going to be called 'Peter Pan.' I am terrified of growing up and I def have a small case of “Peter Pan Syndrome.” I decided to call it 'Peter Pandemic' because I wrote most of the songs during the Covid-19 Pandemic- So it made sense for the time and I thought it sounded more exciting than just Peter Pan. Could you please shine a light on each band member and how they contributed to the vision of “Peter Pandemic?" I (Jayson Bunch) write all of the songs. I write all the chord progressions, lyrics, and melodies. I write mostly on guitar and a little on piano. Josh Brown is the type of guy that plays everything and plays everything at a high level. He does not do any of the basic idea writing but he makes the songs beautiful. The best way for me to describe our writing would be comparing it to a home building (I lay down the foundation and all the bones of the songs- and Josh comes in and builds the house and makes it pretty). Carter Stark is a great musician, but he specializes in managing all of the projects that we do. He keeps everything moving along smoothly. He is usually in front of the computer playing around with mixes and making sure we keep things in order. He also has great ideas when it comes to last-minute fireworks and flare. Have you noticed a change in your mentality from the creation of “Finally Fine” to now? Do creating songs of this sort ultimately bring you closure? 100% I work through almost all of my emotions through songwriting. Finally Fine is 100% the truth about me getting over someone that I never thought I’d get over. I had a moment one day where I thought I was Finally Fine and I immediately went home and wrote a song about it. LOL see the video here of me the day I wrote it. Instagram Facebook

Alt-punk band Duderella hails from sunny Los Angeles, California. With Daniel Reyes handling vocals and bass, while Chris Magallon takes care of the drums and synths, this two-piece brings forth a thunderous sound with a unique blend of punky metal stoner pop. Vibing to the eclectic medley of resonance that Duderella is known for, we’re captivated by the presence they portray in “Digital Pitchforks.” Falling in the middle of their three-track EP ‘Perspective,’ we find that this song's placement just bursts from the seams as it cements the roots of everything Duderella stands for. Immersing us in an amplified soundscape that sends jolts of organized chaos to our headspace, Duderella sweeps us into their musical abyss the moment this record touches down. The post-grunge appeal that is laced into the instrumentation has us mentally attached to the eccentric 80’s electronic dimensions that are propelled through the arrangements heard. “Digital Pitchforks,” blends a unified concoction of dynamism with their charming and ominous approach to their artistic virtuoso. Leading us to a world that is so carefully weaved together with intricate details, what makes this song what it has to be the dark and moody atmosphere in which the vocals project from. Known to discuss topics of boys, mental health, and political/social issues, you know that the themes dispersed through each song are some that are near and dear to Duderella themselves. Kicking it up a notch, the intensified essence of “Digital Pitchforks” has us thriving in a realm custom to them. Welcome to BuzzMusic Duderella. We love the electric feel that you place into “Digital Pitchforks.” Could you please shine a light on the song's meaning and what the significance means to you as a duo? The song is about canceling culture and how society seeks perfection. How does this record fit into the overall scheme of ‘Perspective?' Could you please share a glimpse into the creation of this collection? The perspective ep is about perspective. How we view the world how we think we should view the world how we’ve been trained to see the world. We recorded and mixed these songs during the pandemic. Trying new things and getting out of our comfort zone. What are some thoughts and feelings that you’d like your listeners to experience when taking “Digital Pitchforks” in? I would just like the listener to question what’s going on around them. Do you find that the Los Angeles music scene plays a role in the unique sound that you’ve adapted? What musical and non-musical influences do you take into the music you craft? If LA played any role in our sound it’s that Los Angeles is in our blood. The queer community has also been a major role in getting our art out there. For these songs in particular the way people have become self-righteous, the way people have become more divided by media entities is what influenced these songs including “digital pitchforks." What's next for you? That’s a mystery but I’m sure it’s gonna be a hell of a good time. Instagram Twitter

The Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Lyncs emphasize her desire for someone in a catchy new single, "Obvious." Fresh off the release of her recent single, "Just Being Honest," Lyncs was able to thoroughly introduce herself to new listeners while planting her foot in the door of alt-pop. Having been featured on American Songwriter, Billboard, Atwood Magazine, and various Spotify editorial playlists, it's without a doubt that Lyncs is quickly becoming a household name. Expanding on her recent single, "Obvious," Lyncs tells a relatable tale of growing significant feelings for a long-time friend and wishing to make the step into a relationship. Co-written with Keith Varon and drums/music direction by Rob Ernst, the genuine, passionate, and relatable themes make "Obvious" a single that's impossible to ignore. Plunging into "Obvious," the track opens with a distorted drum arrangement that quickly transitions into a pulsating keyboard melody and airy percussion breakdowns. As Lyncs makes her soothing and breathy vocal appearance, she instantly sweeps us off our feet with her melodic tones and delicate delivery. As she continues expanding on the passion she holds for a dear friend, Lyncs continues to ring relatable bells by way of lyrics like, "-maybe I'm too terrified to say what's on my mind, isn't it obvious that I really want you in the worst way." As Lyncs heads towards the groovy outro, the accompanying instrumentation sonically serenades us with intricate synth arrangements, soft keyboard melodies, and Rob Ernst's punchy drum breaks. As the song comes to an end, Lyncs leaves us wanting more melodic and heavily relatable tunes like this. Get to know Lyncs and her most recent single, "Obvious," available on all digital streaming platforms. We love the raw passion and relatable theme you've placed into your single, "Obvious." At what moment did you feel compelled to write a song based on your emotions for someone that might not be as "Obvious" as you think? I’m a very passive person and hate conflict, so I definitely use music as my tool to get feelings or emotions across. I felt compelled to write this song since it was such a long time ago and I never really got to express how I was feeling at the time. I had the idea to write a song about it being so blatantly obvious that you like someone, but then quickly realized how detailed and “obvious” I would also have to be in the lyrics - something I’m not always comfortable with. I really like writing metaphorically so this was definitely a challenge to make it as straightforward yet compelling as possible. What was it like writing your lyrics with Keith Varon for "Obvious"? How did he help bring your emotions and feelings to life? Keith is an amazing writer and truly is able to capture an idea in seconds. We wrote the song over FaceTime (me here in NY and him in LA) and the entire process was so smooth. He has this ability to take a line or phrase and really flesh it out until it’s absolutely perfect, whereas I am more of a “write what comes to mind” type of writer. Each word and melody line counts and I’ve learned so much from him! What drew you to the stylings of Rob Ernst to collaborate with on your single, "Obvious"? What was your collaborative experience like with him? When you need drums that have life in em, you go to Rob Ernst haha! He’s got the best ear and his production style paired with Keith’s is a perfect pair for the sound I’m going for. It’s always amazing to have an idea in your head on what the song will sound like, and then hear it back as if it was magic. Are you still continuing your 'song-a-month' project? What should we expect from the line of singles to follow "Obvious?" I quickly learned that doing a song-a-month is not feasible if you want to shine on a light on each single. I started realizing that each release was feeling rushed and I didn’t really get a chance to enjoy the process of engaging with fans and giving space for each song to breathe. After “Obvious” you can expect some bangers, some mellow tunes, and maybe an EP? More music is still to come this year, just not every month! What's next for you? I’m currently working on touring and getting live shows together now that restrictions are lifting! It’s really exciting being here in NY and slowly seeing more and more venues open up. I’m really excited to play these songs live for the first time and engage with people again! lyncsmusic.com

La Mala Suerte is the brainchild of South East, Los Angeles native, Juan Pablo Gómez. His take on cumbia, salsa, and other Latin rhythms is rampant, addicting, unapologetic, and always original. It’s the party you shouldn’t be at, the dirty jokes best left untold, and the best time you’re not supposed to have. La Mala Suerte invites his listeners to welcome, watch their step, and put their hands up, as they delve into projects like his 14 track album, “La Mala Suerte De Juan Pablo Gómez De Anda.” Through this project, we get to experience various themes that build upon the resonance that makes up the music catalog of La Mala Suerte. Introducing us to the upbeat rhythms and enticing dance ambiance that takes over your speakers, the collection of songs that are presented to us on this album instills a deeper sense of genre-defying kernels in the Latin Pop realm. Dynamic with the sultry and seductive ambiance that is introduced to us on “Sin Educación,” La Mala Suerte encourages his audience to unleash the movement of their bodies in a way that feels custom to them. Getting rid of the traditional route that is instilled into various cultures, the complexity that is laced into this track also reflects repetitive elements that allow this song to linger on your brain long after the song comes to an end. Accentuated with booming percussion and horn-heavy big band enthusiasm, “Una Bala,” leaves a legacy that plays upon a lively environment that’s chalked full of golden baritone saxophone hues, courtesy of La Mala Suerte’s cousin Alex. The dynamics exposed in this piece pull us into a hypnotic state of movement. “Bienvenidos a la Campana,” follows the musical suit of the rich, horn-infused ambiance presented to us while holding a special place to La Mala Suerte as it reflects on a scandal that took place in his hometown of Bell, California. Being a celebration for all those in Bell who organized, marched, made a positive difference in their own city by ousting crooked politicians and sending them to prison, we’re grateful for the reality that La Mala Suerte brings into his music. “Hands Up,” “El Señor Curita,” “La Mala Suerte,” and “Tumba Sin Flores,” takes the intricately woven storytelling factored into this album to a newfound dimension as we get to indulge in the mind-altering rhythms that act as a bed for the narrative that comes from La Mala Suerte. As we delve into the chronicle unleashed, what’s reiterated leaves us entertained in a robbery gone wrong, a lady’s man traveling the world, a string of bad luck, and how loneliness can still find you if you live by the book. Allowing the mesmerizing essence of these tracks to coincide as individual pieces, all while showcasing the common denominator of intense narratives, the atmospheres that La Mala Suerte intends to bring to life on the dance floor, has us falling into the well-rounded talents he portrays. “Botellita,” has us slowing down the tempo to embrace an eclectic essence of musical elements that are rich in the syncopated swing that glides through your sound system. With the unconventional organ keys infiltrating the instrumentation at impeccably placed musical breaks, we admire the altered approach that La Mala Suerte takes to this piece as he effortlessly performs with a laid-back finesse to his vocals. “El Pan Dulce de Doña Juana,” resides in a mid-tempo universe that taps through the intriguing rhythm present. Executed by full-bodied harmonies that place an emphasis behind this play on words. What we admire the most about the collection of songs brought to us on “La Mala Suerte De Juan Pablo Gómez De Anda,” has to be the descriptive themes addressed. Tackling mass ground in the thoughts conveyed, La Mala Suerte has a knack for delivering intoxicating melodies that douse you in important messaging, as much as they submerge you in the accented grooves present. Taking songs such as, “No (Te) Pares,” into account where the obsession of consumption is brought forth. Then “A Correr,” and “Patas Pa’rriba,” take on a political stance to the corrupt governments worldwide while embracing a unique approach to the buoyant swing it has us feeling. Creating a darker environment for us to feast upon, there’s still a plethora of vivacious energy that takes over the sound system. Leaving us on a high note with the bonus track “Viernes,” the featured outro that incorporates live-off-the-floor performance aspects, truly ties the album together. Being an ode to the weekend after a long week working at a dead-end job, this is an anthem for all of the weekend warriors whose horrible bosses constantly take them for granted. Featuring the sounds of Robert Campos, we appreciate the surge of energy that soars through us as we’ve finally found the perfect track to feed our soul when the weekend is near. Do yourselves a favor and tune into the seemingly danceable environment of “La Mal Suerte De Juan Pablo Gómez De Anda,” on your favorite streaming platform today. Welcome to BuzzMusic, La Mala Suerte, and congratulations on the profound release of your album, “La Mal Suerte De Juan Pablo Gómez De Anda.” You carry such a unique array of themes into this project. Could you please share the overall concept behind this body of work? Thank you for having me! This may be better summed up as a collection of short stories. I like creating characters and stories in my music; I just feel like it makes the songs a bit more relatable to others. If I had to choose an overall theme for the album, I’d say it’s the effects of struggle in life. Some people have a “got lemons, make lemonade” mentality, while others may not have that same ability to see the bright side of things. Some may struggle being stuck in a shitty job, some may have a severe drug problem, some struggle with money, others with social injustice; the list is almost infinite. Everyone has their struggle; what is imperative is how one handles it. Your struggle can make you stronger and wiser, or it can literally kill you. I feel that it is important to know that sometimes it’s not enough to throw out catchy clichés. Sometimes thoughts and prayers simply don’t suffice. These are the stories you really don’t hear about as much as the happy-ending type stories, but they need their platform too. Out of the 14 songs that we eagerly get to take in, do you happen to have a favorite piece that speaks to you the most? What’s your reasoning behind this? I have to pick 2 tracks for different reasons: My favorite song on this album is "El Pan Dulce de Doña Juana." It's all rhythm, it's fun, there's wordplay and double entendres, all of which remind me of the old-school cumbias I used to hear growing up that would be played at parties or through my parents' radio. The song that speaks to me the most, however, is "Bienvenidos a La Campana". This song is an homage to those from my hometown of the city of Bell, CA. Much like the rest of Southeast Los Angeles (SELA), Bell is a relatively small city, but full of life, culture, and strong, hard-working people. I've long felt that SELA has been a somewhat forgotten/ignored community, that only recently has begun to come into the spotlight. There was a time when Bell had a corrupt city government, paying their politician's triple-digit salaries for mostly part-time work. When the community found out, the streets exploded in outrage, took to the streets, and aided in not only the outing of these politicians but also in their incarceration. It was an ugly scandal that made national headlines, but it was also a proud moment for the city as they took the power back into their own hands, yelling "Ya Basta!" ("No More!") down our streets. “Botellita,” has a seemingly slower tempo than the rest of the tracks that you introduce us to on this project. Did you find the creative process for this particular song any different than the process you embarked on for the rest of the musical creations? This song is probably the oldest of the album and actually goes back to one of the first bands I was in called Buen Estar. It was just trying to flip the genre on its head. Cumbia is traditionally upbeat and easily danceable. So we made it slow and almost haunting. With this song, there was always a sense of “how else can I weird this song out?” So I added melting pianos, recorded som Udu drums, got a bit tipsy while recording my verse in hopes of getting a little slur in my pronunciation; it was all trying to push the envelope on what cumbia should be, without making it unrecognizable. The original recording files were almost all lost, so I took what was left, and rebuilt the song, and it came out amazing! I'm really pleased with that one, especially because it stands out so much. How long did it take you to piece together this album? Were there any moments along the way that you’ve found to be extremely memorable for the process? All in all, this album lapses a total of 13 years. There are songs like "Botellita" and "Tumba Sin Flores" that I made over a decade ago; then there are other tracks like "Hands Up" and "Patas Pa'rriba" that were finished about a month before the album was released. I'm constantly creating music, and every time I finish a song, it just stays saved on a hard drive. I've played a couple of these songs in a band or two, but never the way I originally created them. So instead of just sitting on these songs, I decided to move forward and make an actual album, artwork, and all and put it out there for everyone to hear. I think the most memorable part was when I submitted everything to have CDs printed, not so much for that process itself, but because it was at that moment that I really was finished with the album, and it sunk in. It was kind of a bittersweet moment because, on one hand, I was super excited to get this out to the public. On the other hand, these songs and the album artwork had been living works of art and part of me for so long, and then I finally let them go to stand on their own, sending them out to share with people other than myself and my immediate family. It's like watching your kids graduate and sending them off into the world: you're proud, but you're going to miss the creative process and be nervous about what the feedback will be. What message do you aim to send out with the music that you create? Overall I think La Mala Suerte is about setting a platform for the under-recognized, the under-appreciated, the unprivileged, and those who struggle and need a way out. Yes: I want you to dance however the hell you feel like dancing to these songs. Yes: I want you to sing the lyrics and I don’t care if you’re pitch perfect or completely off-key. I want you to enjoy this music and feel where these characters and stories are coming from. It’s music you can dance to while hopefully being able to relate to your daily lives. You can dance with your struggles, sing with an authentic message, and have fun with a purpose. It’s a genre of music that is traditionally shiny and polished, and dragging it down Florence Ave., down Slauson Ave., down the railroad tracks of Randolph St. to give it the flavor of our streets, of the lives we walk, and the struggles we’ve conquered. Go ahead and dance, go ahead and sing and shout and laugh and cry, and all at the same time: La Mala Suerte is here for all of it, and we’d like you to join in on our version of fun. Instagram Facebook

TruckerBomb is known for its eclectic concoction of dive-bar grunge and the up-tempo swing of honky-tonk. Although this city is not a source for the sounds of country-rock, Los Angeles where you can find TruckerBomb keeping unmatched energy, and love for the music they craft. Returning with the nostalgic essence that is wedged into their latest single “Broken Like Me,” the similar yet profoundly exclusive liveliness that TruckerBomb brings forth has us swept into their knack for expressively forward, guitar rich hits. There’s a simmering ambiance in the mid-tempo rhythm that has us swaying towards the heartfelt tenors placed into a composition of this caliber. With an exquisitely constructed instrumentation that is formed on the basis of classic rock elements, the breath of fresh air that TruckerBomb offers listeners has us swimming in a pool of authentically intensified scenarios. With a remarkable narrative that plays upon two people being perfectly imperfect, TruckerBomb highlights that although broken, two people can still care for each other in a way that doesn’t have to make sense. Latching onto lyrical motifs like, ‘You’re broken like me. Any fool can see it. You and I could be. A one and only special fit,’ the fervently fulfilling origin in which words like these stem from have us wrapped up in a world of emotion that comes from listening to a TruckerBomb record from start to finish. Always amazing us at what they’re capable of providing, the rush of euphoric tendencies that pull us into the undertow of reflection is rather notable. Always a pleasure to sit down and chat with you at BuzzMusic TuckerBomb. It’s wonderful to hear a song like “Broken Like Me,” showcase a different side of you all while sticking to your realm of musicality. Was there a particular moment or story that inspired the lyrics we hear? Well, it was a few ex-girlfriends ago … I always knew this particular situation was never going to work out, no matter how much effort I put into it. I suppose I started writing the song as I was thinking of what kind of partner she’d need to be happy if she could ever really be happy, and what that would look like. It’s unfortunate that there are some people in the world that are always going to be broken. I put a lot of work into getting myself un-broken, and I felt that I needed to get away from her to stay that way. With the relationship a few years in the rearview mirror, I was able to finish the song. I switched the narrative around a little bit so it’s a song about the relationship working out. I didn’t think the world needs another song with a guy complaining about his ex. While I tried to make it a song with a positive message, I’m not really sure who’d listen and think, “Broken like me … wow, how romantic!” Hopefully, it just means there’s someone for everyone. How would you say “Broken Like Me,” compared to the previously released ‘Mobridge, South Dakota?' What does this particular song say about you as a band? TruckerBomb has two new members since the last single was released. I like that we can kind of document what’s going on musically at each stage. Each single has us moving forward and capturing more sonic landscapes. “Broken Like Me” is one of our more upbeat songs. More rock or Americana, a little less country. Lyrically, both “Mobridge, South Dakota” and “Light of Jesus” had some existential dread going on. Maybe this one does too? They are my lyrics so … I don’t know … maybe I need therapy. Looking back at the last time we spoke, we got to hear the wonderful pieces of advice that you’ve been given along your way. What is the best piece of advice that you have to offer anyone looking to follow in the footsteps of TruckerBomb? We have four people who really believe in what we’re doing and are 100% committed to doing it. It took a while to get here, but it’s great to have finally arrived. What TruckerBomb does is easy to say but hard to pull off. My advice is to find people who have the same goals and are all equally committed to achieving them. Also, find people who like each other. It’s really important. We’re all going to spend a lot of time together for no money. It’s not like a job where you put in your eight hours and then go home. I don’t think TruckerBomb is ever off the clock. We’ve all got something going on in the back of our heads as far as the band is concerned. We wouldn’t have that if we … okay, this will sound like a cliché … but we wouldn’t have that if we didn’t feel like a family. I spoke with a lot of guitarists as we were getting the band back together early this year. As we got close to meeting, I’d tell them how I felt about the last election, progressive causes and mask mandates, whatever. If we weren’t on the same page, they didn’t get an audition. I was accused of wanting to stay in my own little echo chamber, but I don’t care. These songs are a part of me. I’m not allowing some crazy-person DNA to come in and infect them with conspiracy theories. When it came down to the time to have Salty Rose and Ursula Lari join Dave Rodway and me and play some music for the first time, it wasn’t even like an audition. It was like we were just double-checking that everything was right. And it was. What’s your mission statement as a whole? How do you ensure that transfers over through everything that you do? Keep moving forward. Even the smallest advances are still advances. They add up over time. We’re all just working toward making the best music we possibly can. And, the only people we need to impress are ourselves. We’re all pretty critical of what we do, so if the four of us are happy, that’s really all that matters. If we never make it big, at least we can leave a lot of audiences saying, “Wow, I can’t believe they never made it big.” I’d prefer a bunch of people saying, “Wow, I saw them before they were huge,” but there are a lot of factors that have nothing to do with us there. All we can do is keep moving forward. Instagram Facebook