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The Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and recording artist Nora Murray opens her heart in a recent sweet-sounding single, "Somebody to Hold." After making the move to Los Angeles, Nora Murray initially intended to focus on her acting career but later felt compelled to get back into singing and songwriting to feed the soul. Always striving to connect with her audience, Nora Murray creates music that has helped her heal through rough times while hoping it will offer the same experience to her listeners. Currently recording her forthcoming EP, Nora Murray introduces us to the project's theme and concept through a lush and emotional single, "Somebody to Hold." While Nora Murray showcases her breathy and beautiful soprano vocals, she makes the song's theme incredibly clear by exclaiming how she yearns for someone to hold and take care of her when the nights get cold. Hitting play on the single, "Somebody to Hold," the song gently opens with a plucky and soft electric guitar that sets the song's reflective and emotional tone. As Nora Murray makes her beautiful and captivating appearance, she expands on how we humans see ourselves and hide behind the veil of reality. While she continues to serenade us with vast emotion and tenderness, the song's instrumentals begin to develop and lead us towards the passionate hook. Reaching the song's climax about three-quarters in, Nora Murray and her accompanying instrumentals gently pulse through our speakers with immense passion, especially as she closes the song with lyrics that crave someone to hold. Feel your heart skip a beat with Nora Murray's recent single, "Somebody to Hold," and be on the lookout for her forthcoming EP later this year. We genuinely admire the vulnerability you've delivered within your recent single, "Somebody to Hold." Was there a specific moment that inspired you to create this emotional single? Well, when I wrote the song I was going through a lonely phase and was feeling a bit lost. Even though I had so many good things around me I wasn’t able to shake that dark cloud that hovered. I felt over-sensitive and couldn’t settle to just distract myself enough to feel happy again. I wanted so desperately to be held and comforted but I wasn’t allowing myself to reveal those needs. So it’s like suffering in silence and not allowing yourself to get help. You just hope that eventually, it goes away which we all know it doesn’t. So I poured those emotions out into this song as a way to say I need someone to help me get through this. When writing your lyrics for "Somebody to Hold," how did you write your words to not only tell your story but to invite listeners to relate and connect? In all honesty, I don’t think much about the lyrics I’m writing at the moment I just let whatever comes up have the space to do so. The fact that it’s just pure feelings without me really pushing for anything is probably what makes it so relatable. I don’t have to try to convince anyone I am feeling a certain way because everything I write about I have experienced first hand. It’s just raw and honest without being filtered into anything else. Also growing up I used to be really shy and reserved so singing and writing became an outlet to decompress and speak my truth early on. It was a safe space to just say whatever I wanted without any fear of being criticized or judged. Songwriting in general has become somewhat of a therapy session for me throughout my life. It really helps me understand myself and I feel like being honest in this outlet allows room for others to relate and connect to the music. Do you usually capture such peaceful and warm instrumental arrangements within your music, similar to "Somebody to Hold?" Is this kind of sound a staple for you? This has been the arrangement that I have been drawn to in this musical phase of my life. I just want people to feel comforted when they listen to my music. I find it has a medicinal kind of effect on my mind and I'm hopeful that feeling is mutual with the listeners. The warm layers are a necessary element I like to incorporate in my creations. Should we expect to hear "Somebody to Hold" on your forthcoming EP? Will the project tell a similar tale as the single? Yes absolutely. It won’t necessarily be a similar tale but relatable emotions that tie the songs together. What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? There is something nostalgic about the music I’ve discovered from independent artists this past year. I would have to say Olivia Dean really captivated me with her haunting vocals. She has a handful of songs that are all so inviting. “Slowly" was what drew me in this year and kept me coming back for more. There is something very calming about her music that makes me feel really good when I listen to it. Instagram Facebook

The Toronto-based Hip-hop artist, rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter Dom Alli holds great anticipation when it comes to embarking on his next musical venture. Dom Alli has learned the ins and outs of music composition and production by learning to recreate popular songs and put his spin on them, which led him to create his own original music. Living by words like ‘Trust your gut, and if they pay you to do it, you ain’t gotta ask what your worth is,’ listeners will inevitably feel inspired to seek their highest potential after experiencing the likes of Dom Alli. “Runnin,” is the latest single to be released from Dom Alli, and we have to admit that we’re a huge fan of the melodic approach that he pushes forth in his artistry. With instrumentation that delicately floats through your speakers, there’s a dazzling use of harmonies that bring out the harmonic spirit laced into this track. With a wide display of cognizant lyrics that trickle into the greater scheme of the production, “Runnin,” acts as a well-balanced concoction of musicality meant to land with an impact. Dom Alli’s vocals carry a bolstered rasp that ultimately pulls you into the soothing essence of his melodically rapped verses. Taking us to the laid-back finesse of the hook, there’s a spellbinding allure cemented in the way this song boosts your focus. With the emphasis being placed on lyrical motifs like, ‘Where is the love? Been searching for years and I still ain’t found none,’ we come to realize that each word shed in this track is authentic to the life that Dom Alli portrays, and he wouldn’t depict it any other way. We love how flexible you are on the beat. Your cadences glide like butter! With such a unique flair heard on this track, how did the lyrical inspiration get sparked within? I was in the studio with T.yyy and Rosh and we had just found the sample for the beat. As soon as I heard the sample the ideas started flowing into my head. As we cooked up the concept for the song grew stronger so I just kept that energy going. And I really just wanted to make something fun and lighthearted for the summer. Do you have a typical structure that you follow when it comes to your creative process? Do you find that “Runnin,” fit into this mold, or went its own route? I don’t follow any particular process, to be honest. Sometimes it starts from making the beat, other times I’m inspired to write and I look for a beat that fits the theme later. I don’t like to tell myself to work any certain way because you never know what you might stumble upon by experimenting or trying things a different way from what you’re used to. What musical and non-musical inspiration do you allow to speak into your music? My music is mostly inspired by my own life. That’s why my style jumps around a bit. Life isn’t so simple that I’ll always be feeling a certain way or experiencing the same things. It allows me to express what’s real to me at any given time. What has been the best piece of advice that you have applied to your artistic career? I didn’t receive the advice in these exact words but genuinely being yourself is the most important thing I’ve learned and heard from others. People don’t want to hear you trying to be someone you’re not. They want to hear your story and understand more about you. What's next for you? More music and videos are what’s next for me. I’m not sure if I will drop a project any time soon, but it’s definitely not off the table. I just want to release content and give people something that’ll hopefully impact them the way the music I listened to growing up did. Instagram Facebook

Contemporary rock and roll artist Christian Locke is here to showcase his originality with a brand new music release. During the height of quarantine, Christian Locke was musically inspired and uploaded his creative guitar playing onto TikTok, gaining a whopping 2 million followers and quickly becoming a fan-favorite. Propelled by his latest rise in fame, Christian Locke has released his highly anticipated, first-ever single: "Atom Bomb". The song itself brings on many-layered elements of sound. From punchy drum beats and electrifying guitar rhythms to more soothing vocals, and then back to robust instrumentals, "Atom Bomb" proves to be a versatile listening experience. The vocal play alone from Christian Locke garners attention and his strategy keeps listening ears wary and fixated. "Atom Bomb" is definitely your modern-day rock n' roll-inspired extravaganza. The ingrained emotion from Christian Locke is potent, and the storyline follows along with the narrative of hidden love--a love that sparks intense passion, leaving Christian Locke's "heart exploding like an atom bomb". Listen in carefully to the lyricism presented in "Atom Bomb", because there's a ton of hidden lessons that Christian Locke embedded into the track, and you'll hone into them if you truly stay present. "Atom Bomb" lets listeners ultimately dive into the heart of Christian Locke and understand how powerful love and affection can be, as well as the hold it can have on one's heart. It suffices to say that Christian Locke's original sound will spark engagement, and we can't wait to see Christian Locke's listening community grow from here. Congratulations on the debut of your first-ever single release! How does it feel finally releasing "Atom Bomb," after your rise to TikTok fame? The feeling is surreal. After nine months of being a TikTok musician, having my own song for my followers to enjoy makes me feel like a real musician. I told myself when I began making TikToks that I would gain as many followers as possible so that I can crossover into the music world with a fan base. Over 2 million followers later, I have finally accomplished that goal. Overall I feel a bit of relief and overwhelming excitement. I am thankful for all of my followers and supporters who have made “Atom Bomb” possible. What was the main message you were hoping listeners took away from "Atom Bomb?" To me, “Atom Bomb” was about living young, wild, and free while also enjoying some of the seriousness that life offers. Staying focused until this particular girl comes along and makes my heart “explode”. In the song she convinces me to entertain the idea of love with her, which I do and it’s fun. But at the end of the day, I have to keep moving on with my journey. I want listeners to understand that when you’re young, you have the freedom to do whatever you want. Enjoy life and what it has to offer, but remember, you only live once so have fun and explore it without a solemn frame of mind. As an artist who incorporates many flavourful elements to his music, what are some key features of your sound that you believe sets you apart from the average modern-day rock n' roll artist? I believe one of the most important factors of my sound that sets me apart is the range in which my tone varies. In “Atom Bomb”, the verses and chorus are two different distinct sounds. The verse is light and low registered, and then the chorus punches in with power and force. I feel that my sound exhibits feelings of nostalgia with influences of early 2000’s rock while maintaining the modern new-fashioned touch of today’s punk rock. I want my sound to stay true to its rock roots while also exploring elements of today’s music without falling into the jaws of commercial pop. Now that your first single has debuted, can listeners anticipate any music soon from you, or are you planning on taking a well-deserved break following this release? I plan on releasing more music this year. “Atom Bomb” has only been out since late May and is streamed more and more each day. I would love to make a song every week but I know I need to be patient. The process of creating and releasing “Atom Bomb” took several months but the outcome was well worth the wait. I will take some more time to produce something that my followers can expect to be even better than the last. Instagram TikTok

Matt Brown, known artistically as iBleazy, is an American singer/songwriter that resides between Colorado Springs, CO and Southern California. Around a decade ago, iBleazy began his quest into the music industry by auditioning for American Idol. Fast forward ten years and now iBleazy is releasing his own inspiring singles that are packed with his authentic and endearing expressions. iBleazy has released his highly anticipated single, "Higher." The song immediately feels packed full of inspiration once you tune in. The harmonious voice of iBleazy blends into the melody and crafts this serene, calm atmosphere. Soon enough, a soft-strumming guitar presence shapes the rhythm which brings on a real sense of calmness. iBleazy has the kind of voice that is purely angelic, bringing on a very soothing and graceful tone to his music. With the peaceful delivery comes an even more peaceful narrative. "Higher" embodies positivity and growth, especially pertaining to a particular love interest. iBleazy exclaims that he can take "you higher, higher and higher" and we have no doubt that his music can accomplish such a task. Our personal favorite element to "Higher?" The explosive burst of excitement at the chorus, where iBleazy's vocal range is displayed in a thorough way. iBleazy's "Higher" is available on streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, iBleazy. We are enamored with your latest debut single, "Higher.". Tell us, were you able to execute your intended vision on this piece? More than I could have ever envisioned! The love, the support. It’s everything and more. This song comes from a deep place and we worked really hard on it so, positive reception means the world! What were you hoping your audience could ultimately take away from "Higher?" If you want something bad enough; life, love, career whatever it is, fight for it! Be that person. Be your biggest hero! Your lover's biggest hero! The galaxies are the limit ya know…take it higher and higher and higher. Ultimately any time of love has no limits if you fight. Do you often take your music as the opportunity to express certain themes or messages? A lot of my music is a look inside my head, heart, and life. I write from experience or write from the theme or current situation I’m immersed in. Some of my music also comes from a place of healing. No matter sad, happy or indifferent I always want it to represent a story with a touch of pop and club lol!! What is your intent with the rest of your music going forward? What type of style are you planning on adhering to? I’m influenced by all types of music and plan on touching all types of music. Right now I’m in an experimental phase where I’m playing with different sounds and styles. I want my catalog to my diverse and representative of all humans. Like I stated earlier, throw a dap of pop and club and we got Magic! I want my music to heal people, make people happy, make people want to go out and rage, to make love too. All of it! What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? I’d say currently independently if you will FLETCHER and Black Atlass. As far as releases go, we have all been through so much shit this last year that anything that is being created and released is so appreciated. We need anything right now to bring us together and MUSIC does that. Instagram Facebook

The Tongan-American r&b/pop artist and singer-songwriter AYVA releases her smooth-sailing and passionate single entitled "Better With You." Having worked with incredible songwriters, musicians, and producers has allowed AYVA's solo music career to blossom without an end in sight. Crediting her music to the many trials and tribulations life has given, it's without a doubt that anyone will find a piece of themselves within AYVA's tender and relatable lyricism. Recently releasing her passionate single, "Better With You," AYVA delves into a romantic theme of holding unconditional love for someone special and dear to her heart. While the smooth sonics pour through our speakers like a ray of sunshine, AYVA offers a brilliant and soothing performance to emphasize her passion for her significant other. Getting to the goods, AYVA's single, "Better With You," opens with tender electric guitar melodies that meet up with AYVA's lush vocal stylings. As her incredible melisma and rhythmic delivery induces all sorts of passionate emotions in any listener, AYVA emphasizes her unconditional love and trust for someone near and dear. As we approach the beat drop, a transcendent array of synths flood our speakers with anticipation and excitement, which later drops into a whole-sounding and fluid r&b soundscape. We adore the genuine passion that AYVA has placed into this surreal single, as it perfectly matches the trailblazing and powerhouse r&b/pop acts that make our contemporary music industry go round. If you're looking for an artist to swoon you, sonically and lyrically, look no further, as AYVA's latest single, "Better With You," will do just the trick. Find "Better With You" on all digital streaming platforms. We're head over heels for the passionate and loving theme within your latest single, "Better With You." Was there a particular moment or anyone in particular that inspired the creation of this tender ballad? Before we had even come up with a concept for “Better With You,” I had been wanting to write a love song for a while. Unfortunately, I wasn’t writing about a crush or a mysterious boy but channeling those feelings you get when you do have a crush helped us out so much when we wrote the song. You worked with the producer Killah-B on this single, what sort of feel or atmosphere did you guys want to capture? Before we had even started the beat for “Better With You,” we already knew that whatever song came from that session had to be on the next level compared to my previous tracks. That being said, we wanted to talk about not loving someone but being in love with them and experiencing all the ups and downs of that relationship. We could’ve expressed all of that on any track but for “Better With You” I wanted it to be more mature and not sound like the typical high school crush. At my age, most people would expect that from me but the last thing I want to be seen as is predictable especially at the start of my career. Was it easy to open your heart and write such genuine and passionate lyricism for "Better With You?" What was the songwriting process like? At the start, it was just me and Killah B writing until he brought in another songwriter. I was introduced the Angelina Sherie and she showed me what other songs she had written for other artists and things of that sort. We clicked immediately and I’ve come to absolutely love and adore her so writing for “Better With You” came naturally for both of us. While we listened to the beat, I wrote down phrases and words that I thought described being in love and loving someone unconditionally. Angelina took these into the booth and recorded the melodies with them. From the melodies, we used all the words and phrases to form the lyrics. We added in a few transitions and before we knew it we had finished the track. What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? My favorite release from this year would have to be Ariana Grande’s album “Positions.” I think that it’s such a great album after her two that she released prior to “Positions.” It’s an album that people listen to when they wanna have fun or when they’re with friends or even when they have a crush. If I had to choose one song from the album I would pick “Positions.” What's next for AYVA? Do you have any plans for the rest of 2021? I’m always on the move so of course, I have plans, you’ll just have to wait and see. Instagram

Chicago-born artist Katherine Leander, better known as KiTTN, currently resides in New York City and is building her artistic portfolio with determination. Always finding peace within music and poetry, KiTTN has a long history of being influenced by a variety of genres, which ultimately works to keep her sound as versatile as possible. In 2020, KiTTN took part in The Takeover Festival, an online music conference designed to showcase independent musicians and their varied talents. Today, KiTTN continues to build herself artistically, and does so with the release of her single, "Can't Let Go." "Can't Let Go" opens with an electrifying beat that perfectly intertwines with the confident and progressive vocals of KiTTN. Once you begin listening to "Can't Let Go", you may realize that KiTTN is the type of artist that's deliberate with her thoughts, saying all she does with real intention. "Can't Let Go" delivers many themes, such as those of attraction and lust, which spark a feel-good environment. The fast-paced rhythm pairs well with the natural excitement in KiTTN's vocal tone, and her skilled wordplay/arrangement is why "Can't Let Go" came out as well as it did. The focus of "Can't Let Go" is on a particular individual that has garnered KiTTN's attention, and how quickly attention translates to attraction. KiTTN takes the time to go into detail on all she wants to do for this person of interest, but, nevertheless, she takes listeners on a journey with shocking surprises throughout the storyline, and soon listeners will realize some realities about her affections. All in all, "Can't Let Go" proved that KiTTN had a story to tell in style. We're excited for what rhythmic expressions KiTTN will unleash next and we're anticipating some serious fire for her next creative offering. Hello KiTTN and welcome to BuzzMusic. "Can't Let Go" was your recent music release, and it featured many engaging elements regarding the storyline. Can you explain more about the narrative of your single, and what you were hoping your listeners took away upon listening? I wanted to keep the narrative light-hearted, flirty, and playful. Can’t Let Go is a perfect summer-crush song. It’s not about finding your soulmate and falling in love but more so living in the moment and having fun right now. How do your musical influences get portrayed in the very music you create, especially in "Can't Let Go?" Lately, I have been listening to a lot of 90s R&B. In fact, I think when I wrote this song, I was listening to a Mary J. Blige and an Aaliyah playlist. I feel like both of those artists always had really catchy hooks in their songs, so I wanted to illustrate a similar vibe in my song. Are you comfortable being vulnerable in your lyrical expressions as an artist? How do you feel your vulnerability was shown in "Can't Let Go?" I grow more and more comfortable expressing my lyrical vulnerability with each new song. Wordplay, subtle sarcasm, and the use of single and double entendres are my sweet spot. I live for the moments when listeners can identify a phrase and have a chuckle about it. For example, the second verse: Out of 10 I score 11 Stranger Things are bound to happen You’ll be my main attraction Coming soon with no distraction No matter where I am or what I am doing, there are songs everywhere (sorry, don’t mean to sound like the priest in that movie Fools Rush In where he tells Matthew Perry’s character that “there are signs everywhere”, but it is true). As an artist who has a particular inclination towards poetry, how do you feel being poetic has helped with the articulation of your music? Oh, I definitely feel that having a background in writing poetry and stories helps me articulate my lyrics and keeps my listeners engaged through the entire song. I want my song to take you on a journey in a similar way that poems do while keeping it short, sweet, and fun. Instagram Artist Website

Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Matthew Harlovic, professionally known as OUTTATUNE, began tinkering musically while attending Roosevelt University. There, he started a student-run radio show called RU Positive where his personality as OUTTATUNE flourished. Soon after college, he connected with local artists from Oak Park, where he recorded his debut album Change of Tune. During the past year, he has virtually collaborated with various artists around the world creating a library of primarily original works. OUTTATUNE is not your run-of-the-mill emcee. He brandishes his transparency through clever wordplay that ultimately connects with his audience. Bringing in his audience for a soothing blend of Lo-fi Hip-hop meets old school roots, “Fun Run,” is the uniquely crafted single that is the most recent addition to OUTTATUNE’s musical catalog. Over alluring instrumentation that reiterates themes of repetition for familiarity, OUTTATUNE transmits a sense of urgency as he tackles his witty verses with utter pride. Through atmospheric echoes that create a textured dimension in the mix, it’s no surprise that the authoritative nature is balanced out in a remarkable way. The lyrical dexterity that he flaunts embodies an intriguing rush of emotion through the tone in which the carefully executed words are conveyed. Allowing us to peek into the emotive lens that is witness to all, the lyrical motifs that are impeccably structured through “Fun Run,” remain both captivating, and cognizant for us to be fueled off of. OUTTATUNE illuminates the hues of his unmatched swagger as he approaches every song with a certified hit mentality. We feel the unapologetic persona of him being at his wit's end seep through the charisma on display, and this allows a track like “Fun Run” to rest in your life with an empowering rush of self-assuredness. Congratulations on the release of your latest single “Fun Run.” With the subject matter addressed being the furthest thing from a fun situation, what allowed you to choose this song title to represent the events that you get vulnerable with? While it is true that the song’s subject matter does not describe a “fun situation”, I don’t believe the title is representative of the more vulnerable events. I like to think that the title of the song is more of a sarcastic jab at the person who lies, cheats, and pretends the whole time that everything is fine and the relationship is strong. What are you hoping that your audience can take away from this song in terms of themes and messaging brought forth? I hope my audience will understand that relationships can often be difficult and require hard work and compromise. However, at some point, when conflicts in the relationship persist, trust is destroyed and the relationship becomes so mentally and emotionally damaging to oneself then it is time to cut your losses. Could you please share a glimpse into the creative process that you embarked on when bringing this song to life? I embarked on the creative process for the song by collaborating with a producer from Bedfordshire. Once I heard the beat, the lyrics just started emerging from within. A couple of conversations with family and friends helped solidify the rest. I received some valuable input from my brother Peter who sings backup vocals on the track. How does “Fun Run,” compare to other songs heard in your music catalog? The song, “Fun Run” is not really comparable to many of the songs in my music catalog. From start to finish, I did a lot of different things with this song. It was my intent to try to create a song that my audience might not expect from me but one that they might be able to relate to even if they don’t know the real story. I never recorded and released a song with someone else singing live background vocals for me before and I think that new element worked out well. What's next for you? I am planning to do a Livestream show before the end of this summer. I also plan on recording another work-in-progress that will be a collaboration with a talented, female singer. I have several other songs that I have been working on that may be ready for recording before the end of the year. Instagram Facebook

The Los Angeles-based dance/pop/r&b artist and singer-songwriter Derrick Cobb releases a stimulating music video featuring four dynamic tunes entitled "The Visual Experience." Striving to leave his audience tapping their feet to his versatile music, Derrick Cobb has also modeled on many runways and danced on many stages/music videos. After the release of his EP, 'The Elements,' in 2016, Derrick Cobb began to realize and understand the power that music holds. Expanding on his music video, "The Visual Experience," Derrick Cobb performs four vastly different songs being, "Savage AF," "Don't Stop (Fuck It Up)," "In Love," and "Won't Let You Down." Since the pandemic struck, Derrick Cobb and many other artists couldn't create music videos. When the opportunity struck to create visuals again, Cobb couldn't pick just one song, which leads us to "The Visual Experience." Directed by Vincente Cordero and choreographed by Darrien Henning, "The Visual Experience" begins with a solo performance of Derrick Cobb in a flashing neon room dancing his heart out to the scorching hot single, "Savage AF." With a quick transition into "Don't Stop (Fuck It Up)," the second scene takes on more of a party-like atmosphere where Derrick Cobb and actors liven the space with their upbeat dance moves, radiating confidence. Reaching the video's halfway mark with "In Love," Derrick Cobb is now seen dressed in an open button-up shirt while drenched in the pouring rain. Through the last transition into "Won't Let You Down," Derrick Cobb closes the video on a more personal and sincere note through backstage scenes of him smoking in his dressing room and reminding someone special that he'll never let them down. Witness pure creativity and talent with Derrick Cobb's recent music video, "The Visual Experience," now available to watch on YouTube. Instagram Twitter

From Sydney, Australia, the 5-piece alternative pop/rock band Ask & Embla releases their highly-anticipated and conceptual debut single, "The Calm." Comprised of Joshua Keane, Cameron Langley, and other talented musicians, the two DJ's turned songwriters never shy away from touching on powerful themes and subject matter. When expanding on Ask & Embla's sound, lead vocalist Josh Keane mentioned this, "Unapologetic, confronting, and unashamed. I would liken our voice to the same resistant messages that came out of grunge in the 90s but with a much more timeless and broad pop-rock sound." Now releasing their poignant debut single, "The Calm," Ask & Embla drenches us in emotional catharsis and introspection with their rich lyricism that expands on mental health. "'The Calm' speaks to the listener from the perspective of the protagonist in the middle of an internal battle and conversation with their personified mental health," says Ask & Embla. Diving headfirst into their debut single, "The Calm," the song opens with a powerful wall of drums and a smooth array of guitars that cascade over us like a serene waterfall. As Josh Keane makes his vocal appearance, he delves into the song's heavy theme regarding the protagonist's spiraling mental health. We truly admire the emotional debut that Ask & Embla has made with this release, as they perfectly introduce us to their poetic lyrical abilities merged with symphonic alt-rock. As we approach the song's climax, Ask & Embla makes the experience all the more powerful and compelling through their crashing instrumentation that closes the song with nothing but heightened emotion and soul. Catch Ask & Embla in their poignant debut release, "The Calm," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic Ask & Embla, and congratulations on the release of your emotionally charged debut single, "The Calm." Why did you want to release such a powerful and emotionally rich single as your debut? Josh: Thank you so much, it's very exciting to finally be putting our voice out there. Choosing this song as our first release was a decision we made fairly quickly and without too much initial thought. But as we've built our repertoire and discovered more about what 'Ask & Embla' sounds like, we have realized that the defiant message behind this track is a perfect summation of what we are about and what we want to achieve as a band. It's very important to us that our music is relatable but my favorite kind of song is one that strikes an emotional chord and makes your neck hair tingle and this is ultimately the kind of music we want to release. Cam: I think with the world being the way it is right now, there are a lot of conversations and self-reflection going on surrounding mental health and a lot of people across the world are in the same boat; feeling isolated and frustrated, so we thought it was the right time to put out something that was an honest exploration of those feelings. If anything just to let other people know they aren't alone and it's ok to question your own sanity at times. It's encouraging to see less and less stigma around being able to just admit that you're not ok. Shout out My Chemical Romance. Pioneers. What inspired the emotional lyrical theme within "The Calm?" Was there a collective inspiration, or did one specific member pitch the song's lyrical theme? Josh: The songwriting is largely shared between myself and Cam. This particular song however I actually wrote in about 45 minutes whilst pulled over on the side of the road. It's no secret that the lyrical theme behind the song is about someone's struggle with their mental health. I had actually had a rough morning and was driving home lamenting days when I had less stress and anxiety and the lyrics "I can't think the way I used to" just started rolling around in my head. So I immediately pulled over and just started typing into my phone. Cam: Josh wrote it all in like one afternoon and sent it to me while I was on the toilet and I fully cried reading it. Far be it from me to shy away from healthy emotional expression, but I don't wanna be touched on the toilet, and I mean that in all regards. Could you introduce us to the members within your band and how you divided your instrumental creative process for "The Calm?" How did you create the instrumentals to compliment the song's heavy lyricism? Josh: Okay so on Lead Vocals you have myself (Joshua Keane) and for the first few releases including "The Calm" you'll also hear me on the drums. The role of Lead Guitarist in the band is often handed between our two guitarists Cameron Langley and Dylan Allan but on this track, you'll hear about 17 different layers of guitar all provided by Cam who then also gave a bit of backing vocals towards the end. (He is also that haunting distorted and dissonant voice you hear as a delay at the very end of the track as it fades out). Dyl actually played bass on this track because at the time we were still in search of our full-time bassist and drummer. Dylan has this incredible ability to hear complimentary melodies that just fit. Sometimes he will play something along when we're writing and it's like, this must have been what the first bite tasted like when the PB&J was invented because that just works. We have since found those members we needed and honestly who better to fill the role of Bass Guitar than our very own producer Jack Haycroft who had already put so much work into the music. He has been an absolute dream to work with from a production and engineering perspective. All of the little nuances you hear in the track as well as some major creative decisions such as cutting the drums for the first verse are thanks to Jack, he just gets it and we love having him in the band. Our final recruit has taken a huge load off me and you'll be hearing a lot more of him when we can get back out of lockdown and into the studio again. Our new drummer is none other than Riley "The Kid" Dobbs. He is only 17 for a few months so we really need the nickname to stick before he grows up, can we start a hashtag or something, please? Cam: We had a couple of lineup changes right when we were about to go into the studio, but thankfully there was just barely enough talent between Josh, Dylan, and I to record all the instruments on the track. I think there's a unique voice in there that comes from the fact that Josh played the drums on top of writing and singing it. Dylan came up with an absolutely banging bass line which unfortunately means the 15+ guitar tracks are all me, which is a shame because Dyl is an absolute beast and has like those Steve Vai guitars with handles cut into the body and stuff so you know he means business. A lot of the track's vibe comes from our producer Jack, who spent days getting me to try literally hundreds of different guitar/pedal/amp combinations and indulging any weird little idea we had. Jack ended up becoming our bass player so it seems like he might have dug our songs. On top of that, our new drummer is 17 and was like engineered in a lab or something to hit things with sticks. He is called simply 'The Kid' and he must be feared. Seeing that "The Calm" is your band's big debut, how can we as listeners get to know you better through songs like this? Will you continue releasing such emotion-evoking songs like this in the future? Josh: I think that the most important thing for us is that we have so much more growing and learning to do as a group of musicians and it is becoming clear from the songs we have been writing that we have a huge range of influence that spans across several genres. I think it's safe to say that we will definitely continue to release songs that evoke emotion but we also would like to avoid being pigeonholed as that band that does the angsty emotional soft rock. Cam wrote a song about hooking up with the hypothetical ghost of one of our very much still living friends using an ouija board recently and I have finally written my fiance a cute pop-punk vibe love song so really who knows where we go from here! Cam: I think what you can expect is us to not shy away from exploring any kind of topic or emotion. I think all of us are frustrated at the world to some degree and it's time more than ever to just drop all of the bullshit and be truthful about how you feel, it's the only way we're all gonna get through it. Reality is fuckin weird, there is so much to write about and that's pretty much all we've been doing in lockdown. I'm all about honesty with my art. If I feel like hooking up with someone's ghost then dammit I'm gonna write a song about it. What's next for you? Josh: We have a few more songs to release this year with the next couple written by cam. But the major focus for us is working on getting the full lineup involved in all future projects and it would be nice to finally play some more shows! Cam: You get to hear about my problems next, haha Instagram Facebook

The Canadian pop artist and singer-songwriter Isabella Chiarini announces the release of her emotionally charged forthcoming EP, 'Every Single Tear,' available on July 23rd, 2021. The 18-year-old high-school senior prides herself on artistic versatility, from intricate chords to simple melodies and heart-wrenching lyricism; Isabella Chiarini truly does it all. Influenced by the sounds of Selena Gomez, Adele, and Sia, Isabella Chiarini also mentioned that her inspirations are constantly evolving, just like her music. Preparing to release her forthcoming EP, 'Every Single Tear,' later this July, Isabella Chiarini introduced us to the project by way of the emotional and powerful title track. The single, "Every Single Tear," takes listeners through an unforgettable listening experience, especially as Isabella Chiarini belts her beautiful vocals for any listener to savor. A powerful anti-bullying advocate, Isabella Chiarini makes it incredibly clear that anyone can find a safe space within her music. We expect to hear more vulnerable and personal pieces within the entire EP, as the title track truly struck an emotional chord deep within. For now, you can stay updated with Isabella Chiarini on Instagram @isabellachiariniofficial, and prepare your ears for her forthcoming EP, 'Every Single Tear,' on July 23rd, 2021. Instagram Facebook