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From Leimert Park, Los Angeles, the singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer Nurd livens our spirits for the rest of summer with her recent exciting single, "Live It Up." From singing in church choirs at three to familiarizing herself with songwriting and production by sixteen, it's without a doubt that Nurd is leaving her mark on the music industry. With two acclaimed and successful EP's under her belt, Nurd is continuing her venture to greatness by way of each conceptual release. Encouraging us to "Live It Up" with her latest single, listeners can catch Nurd in her element as she moves and grooves through the single without a care in the world. The song itself offers a brilliant sonic atmosphere that blurs the lines between r&b, hip-hop, and electronic, making for a stimulating and refreshing listening experience. "Live It Up" opens with an uplifting array of synths that melt through our speakers like a popsicle on a scorching summer day. As Nurd introduces us to her savory and warm stylings, she begins riding the smooth and savory beat with nothing but poise and confidence. As the sonics and production start to develop with plucky keyboard melodies and twinkling background effects, Nurd reminds us to remain unbothered by those who only bring us down. We can't get enough of Nurd's uplifting performance, especially as we meet the song's lively hook where she reminds us to leave that man behind and call up our girls to let loose. We're truly lost in the groove of this energetic and playful single, especially as Nurd reminds us to break free from those who don't bring joy and contentment into our lives. "Live It Up" with help from Nurd's latest lively single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Nurd. We truly appreciate the uplifting feel and vibe you've delivered within your recent single, "Live It Up." What inspired you to create a song that encourages the listener to let loose? What inspired me to create the song, was literally frustration. I wrote the song during the beginning of the pandemic and I was thinking that there needs to be a song that when we finally get restrictions lifted off we can relate to. “I noticed you ain’t been yourself lately” that was me speaking to myself, my homegirls, a stranger. I wanted a feel-good song for everybody. Did you produce "Live It Up" yourself? What was your creative process like when formulating the sonic arrangements? What sort of vibe did you want to capture? No, I didn’t produce “Live It Up” myself. It was produced by Versus Beats, a producer I found on YouTube. When I create sonic arrangements, I’m typically a go with the feel. I love harmonies and background vocals so that is typically where I try to put my strength in. I wanted a nostalgic, feel-good vibe. I wanted when the listener here’s this song they are envisioning a good time. It's almost like hypnotism lol. What did you want your audience to take away and experience after listening to "Live It Up?" I want my audience to take away that Life is TOO SHORT to be worried about things you can’t control. The song is speaking mainly to women but men too. Go out have a good time, you deserve it. Like this life is only yours for a short time. Live it up! Do you usually create songs like 'Live It Up" that emphasize positivity, optimism, and life's peaks? Or is this song more of a nod to the ongoing feel-good summer season? Yes, I do. Most of my music I would say have positivity weaved into it. I’m a very optimistic, positive person so I try to transform that into my music. I write music based on experience. And “Live It Up” honestly was the first time I stepped out of my comfort zone with different sounds and vibes and I loved it. What's next for you? So next up, I have a show in Los Angeles on August 20th that I curated called “ Flowers of LA” . many of my dope talented artist friends will be performing. I also want to do a behind the scenes documentary, that shares the title of my latest project “Since I Been Gone” that I started a Go Fund me for cause I have so much beautiful music and content that I want to give my fans and loved ones a full experience. Instagram Twitter

Based in East London is GIUSEPPE, a refreshing artist that isn't afraid to intertwine contrasting elements of sound to create eccentric music stylings. GIUSEPPE paints a picture of raw and real emotion, highlighting the underpinnings of pain, hope and light in his music. GIUSEPPE has the goal in mind of speaking out for "outcasts" and those who have felt like they don't naturally fit in. He's inspired to grow a community of listeners and help others through challenging periods of growth. Covering pivotal themes throughout his singles, such as spirituality, escapism, and dream-chasing, GIUSEPPE never fails to stimulate the creative minds of his listeners. One of GIUSEPPE's latest original offerings, titled "icarus," is a collection of retro-styled synths that kickstart a timeless listening experience. The vocal calmness of GIUSEPPE sets a cool tone, and the freeing aspects of his voice inspire a daydream-like state. His sound in "icarus" is stratified in flavourful ways, as he blends together various personas that complement one another. Sitting back and brewing in the savory sound that GIUSEPPE has to offer in "icarus" is purely relaxing and offers a period of reflection. GIUSEPPE's effortless ability to connect and impact listeners was displayed, and we're looking forward to more uplifting single releases from this alt/indie artist! The release of "icarus" brought an exciting, refreshing, and new tone to light. Can you elaborate on your perspective whilst creating this single? Growing up I heard a lot of 90's R&B/Soul, Jazz, and Alternative/Psychedelic Rock playing in my house. With "icarus" I wanted to make something that feels like that to me, something to bring me back to my childhood and the sense of freedom I felt like a kid but reinterpreted through the eyes of the 2020s. How did you feel "icarus" fit into your overarching goal as an artist to speak out for others and inspire listeners' inner confidence to emerge? Icarus reflects the sense of transparency I display by allowing myself to be vulnerable, by trying to put my ego aside for a moment and speak my truth. I feel the need to speak about certain things in my records and if someone can relate to that or feel inspired that's amazing, if not cool, I didn't make this for you. I made this for kids like me, that growing up needed someone to understand them, and make them feel like they're not alone. What was the most inspiring element of the writing and recording process of "icarus" for you? The outro for sure. I'm happy with the way it randomly came together and with the way I portrayed that picture and the sonic texture it's laid on. How were you hoping that "icarus" translated to your listening base? Did you receive the reaction you were hoping for amongst your fan base? I love hearing the experiences my fans have listening to my s**t. Some of these stories are actually crazy haha. I just need more people to hear my message and possibly be impacted to rewrite their own story and live the life they want to live, not the life everybody else wants them to live. We're only here for so long and people talk regardless, might as well do you unapologetically and try to reach your goals, leave something that could possibly outlast you, and help others. Instagram

Nate Mosley is a front-forward Alternative artist that paints vivid imagery for his listeners and viewers. In a recent interview, Nate Mosley shared, "One of my main priorities is to give the listener an image or a vision of the song." And so, he does, as his personal anecdotes are easily brought to life in his songs, and especially so in his latest release, "WESTSIDE." There were many creative influences from the early '00s, which we dive deeper into during his "WESTSIDE" article debut. Nate Mosley inspired listeners to be themselves, which came with the willingness to self-reflect and essentially call oneself out for their own BS. Getting vulnerable with exposing his own vices, Nate Mosley wasn't afraid to share his truth with his listeners, offering inspiration and courage for his listeners to do the same. Nate Mosley isn't done here, as "WESTSIDE" was just the first single off his upcoming EP. Stay tuned for this Alt/Rock release, as more honest reflections of Nate Mosley will be shared. Instagram

Shain Romanowski, better known by his stage name A Certain Energy, is an Asian-American rapper based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Back in Saipan, he was introduced to music by his father who used to record ballads in various genres of acoustic, rock, etc. As time went on he molded ACE by providing him with lessons on how to control his diaphragm as well as studying other artists by watching them perform. ACE joined the United States Marines after graduating high school and served overseas. He quit music three times to be exact prior to being overseas. After the death of his best friend, Darian Asher-Layman, he took it upon himself to make his dream come true in honor of him. Now, a signed artist under record label Sinclair Media Group, ACE is working towards providing quality music and videography through his craft. The latest serving of heated dynamism comes in the form of A Certain Energy’s latest single “Foreign.” With amplified instrumentation that plays upon a unique medley of bass-forward synths, tightly knit percussion patterns and enticing allure, the fortified foundation that makes up the musical structure of this record already places itself in the heavyweight division. Once A Certain Energy collides with this framework in a certified, dominant manner, the intensity of “Foreign,” picks up with the introduction of a melodically flowing chorus rich in texture. The saturation that’s added to the top-tier mix quality allows the song to reside in a realm of digitally backed power, with a slight analog hue. A Certain Energy’s unmatched vigor places him in an exclusive category with his icy, slick cadences and blatant rhyme schemes. As he transitions between a melodic drive, and quickly paced verses, lyrical motifs such as ‘Always bout my paper flex that origami,’ has us eager to spend our days grinding hard for what we’re looking to accomplish. Backing up the intricately crafted words performed with an abundance of high octane liveliness, A Certain Energy’s status continues to elevate when he places his remarkable talents on display. Welcome to BuzzMusic, A Certain Energy. A big congratulations on the release of “Foreign.” You most certainly live up to your name in this track! Could you please tap into the inspiration that helped shape this song? Thank you! The one thing I always promise with every release is to give certain energy, so why not make it my name [laughs]. What drives the inspiration behind “Foreign” has basically been my time throughout the industry. I have interned for record labels, been behind the scenes as a songwriter for artists and labels, the whole nine. Songs I helped create I don’t have credits for that went on to gain millions of streams due to me being hired on as a ghostwriter. It is what it is. You have to pay your dues in order to push forward. The concept behind “Foreign” is always striving for more, and always achieving past your goals. Like I said, putting in the work behind the scenes made me become the artist I am today. So, I’d like to thank Sinclair Media Group in the United Kingdom for seeing the potential in me to sign me on for a year to give me the accolades I deserve. With a rush of energy that charges through our speakers, we would love to know; what the studio session looked like when creating “Foreign?” Since I entered the music industry as a songwriter, I created an in-home studio. Sinclair Media Group is based out of the United Kingdom, while I reside in Fort Wayne, Indiana. David Sinclair-Black, the owner of Sinclair Media Group, first started as a record producer. We created “Foreign” two years ago actually back in 2019. It went through a couple of renditions before we came to a final cut, and me signing on. When David presented the beat to me via e-mail the hook came to me the moment I heard it. Prior to listening to it I made sure my studio was a full-on vibe. Had a light show going on, a notebook with a pen was ready to go, it was just space where creativity was ready to blow up. At the time I had a roommate by the name of Min Aung who is a close friend of mine that hangs out with me when I write from time to time. He was there for it. The very first rendition of “Foreign” to it finally releasing this year. The overall vibe during the creation of this song was breathtaking because the lyrics were written and performed in almost one night. Talk about a studio session for the history books. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from the themes and messages addressed? I want the audience to understand that nothing is given, but always earned. That if you truly have a dream/desire in life that you should go after it regardless of the masses. At the end of the day you only have one shot at life, so why not do something you’ll enjoy till your time is up. Everyone is so worried about money but doesn’t understand the concept that it can always be made. The one currency you’ll never get back in time. Spend your time wisely and go after it. What motivates you to keep pushing through in the music industry? Any words of advice for those looking to follow a similar route? It’s a subject I’m still not used to talking about, but a close friend of mine passed away on August 1st, 2016. His name is Darian Asher-Layman. I was in the Marines at the time stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Actually, I was in Sasebo, Japan on a train to Nagasaki to fly back to Okinawa for an operation when his fiancé at the time called me with the heartbreaking news. I didn’t know what to do. I was alone on that train with thoughts running through my head in disbelief. The moment I hit the airport I went straight to a gift shop to buy two Nagasaki key chains, one for me and one for him, to forever remember that day. I vowed a promise to make it in the industry with everything I’ve got in honor of him, so here we are today. My advice to anyone looking to follow a similar route I’d recommend that you give it all you got. There will be days you have $10,000 in the account, and there will be days you have a couple of dollars. Don’t let the obstacles you face hinder your way towards success. The one person stopping you from conquering your dreams is yourself. The support will come along the way, but until then you have to put in the work. What would you like new listeners to know about your music? When it comes to my music I love writing about everything. I’m inspired by everyday life which is another reason why I live in downtown Fort Wayne since there is always something going on. I just watch the world from my balcony and make sure some pens and paper are by my side. My discography will always have a vibe for someone to put on one of their playlists. Anything from R&B, Trap, Hip-Hop, Lo-Fi, Alternative, you name it. I come from a family where we don’t discriminate genres because music is something the world needs to keep it turning. Thus, why not give your playlist A Certain Energy [laughs]. What can we expect to hear from you next? My follow-up release to “Foreign” is titled “Fake Love” which is set to release in a few months with another music video on VEVO! There’s also a good amount of features I’ve done that is set to release as well sometime in the near future. I also plan on working with some Punk Rock bands soon that want a Hip-Hop verse tied in with their songs as well. Like I said before I don’t write to a specific genre, so the future holds a good amount of promise on the creative end. Can’t wait for you guys to tune in! Instagram Facebook

Coming to his audience with an animated new single, “It Doesn’t Always Pay Off” is Rediisin’s effervescent take on the angst that new graduates feel when searching for a job. Immediately infiltrating our speakers with a buoyant soundscape, we hone in on the warmth radiated through opulent guitar riffs that plunge us into the upbeat nature of this record. Consistently establishing a rhythmic groove that resonates with a feeling of perpetual vibrations, the bassline heard is just one of the many features that draw you into a hypnotic state of factuality. Using his own experience to reiterate the sunken feeling that dwells across the emotions of all fresh graduates on the hunt for their own taste of success, Rediisin’s deep and prevailing timbres border the line of intriguing timbres, and blatant spoken word artistry. We admire the unique blend of conveyance as the words he performs truly have us reaching into the nostalgic sector of our mind in order to place ourselves in his shoes directly. Fusing together the playful essence that runs widespread in the instrumentation, we appreciate the reality check that comes hailing from “It Doesn’t Always Pay Off.” Be sure to dip your ears into the eclectic spirit of Rediisin’s inimitable styling and find out for yourself. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Rediisin, congratulations on the release of “It Doesn’t Always Pay Off.” We love the realism that you speak into your art. It feels extremely authentic! Was there a particular moment or story that allowed you to bring this creation to life the way you saw fit? Lyrics are actually one of the last things I write in a song, I just try to manifest the meaning of the song based on the feel of the instrumentals. The instrumentals are so cute and innocent they reminded me of being in school. From there, I just start writing down memories of being in University, guessing answers on tests, sleepless nights from overthinking and anxiety, and overdrinking alcohol thinking it would help my anxiety LOL. There wasn't anyone moment or story because it was a collection of how I felt in University. I actually didn't want to go into university but I was pressured by my tiger mom, so "It Doesn't Always Pay Off" reflects that feeling of working towards something that won't necessarily get you where you want to be. I didn't regret going to University because I met some great people and learned a lot about the creative industries, but it took the full four years to realize I wanted to be an artist and I'm not satisfied just working on other people's projects. At what point did you know this song was finished and ready for release? We find that this is something all artists have a different viewpoint on. I rerecorded this song about three times, so it really did take me a while to know it was ready for release. After my third rerecord of vocals I just thought "wow this is it", gave it a quick mix, and sent it to be mastered. I generally don't like the sound of my own voice (but who does) so when I listen to myself and think "wow this is good", I know it's time. I also need to feel a type of movement to release a song, I like to think of it as looking at a painting, once every part of the piece is rich and directs your attention throughout the whole piece, it's done. What words of advice do you have for people in the situation that you’re singing about? There is one lyric in this song for the people working towards something they're unsure of, "Don't stop, Keep on, On with the pedaling". I really do believe we just need to keep working towards something, no matter what it is. If you're working hard every day, you'll find yourself along the way. The worst thing you can do is stop the gears because once you stop, it's really hard to get going again (take it from experience). And hey, I know tons of people who are working in an industry outside their major and they love it! You got to follow that spark. What’s your mission statement as an artist? How do you ensure that’s established in all that you do? As an artist, I just want to create something new, something that people cannot define. Every time someone says "I can't pinpoint the genre of your music" I get a kick out of it because it's not supposed to be indie pop or synth-rock, it's supposed to be me! Instagram Facebook

Canadian artist Spitty has proven his versatility as a Hip/Hop artist time and time again. His last covered release, "Deep End", which saw a feature from artist KAEVOX, encapsulated soul, passion, and heart. Spitty took familiar Hip/Hop elements from notorious artists such as J.Cole and fused them with his own chilling style. The mixing of Spitty was one to remember, there's incredible maturity with the approach he took on, and the lyrical content from KAEVOX only helped to propel Spitty's single forward. When we caught up with Spitty, he elaborated that the "Deep End" songwriting process took quite some time. He had the storyline in mind but had no idea how to accurately unfold it for his listeners. With a somber narrative, "Deep End" journeys through some harsh realities that Spitty had to endure, and yet, brings a bright lesson to light with life itself. To check out more on Spitty's song release "Deep End", discover his interview here. Instagram Facebook

The Tampa-hailing singer-songwriter and versatile artist Nokki Cabrera highlights the release of her forthcoming 6-track EP 'Trap Salsa.' Known for her embodiment of salsa, pop, and r&b, Nokki Cabrera also captures her audience's attention with irresistible hip-hop beats. The princess of trap salsa is excited to drop her forthcoming EP 'Trap Salsa' on July 15th, 2021. The project showcases Nokki Cabrera's broad-ranging talent and creativity while she strives to leave the listener feeling confident and empowered. Also paying tribute to her Cuban roots, Nokki Cabrera mentioned that her parents would play all sorts of Latin music around the house. As a first-generation Cuban-American, Cabrera felt compelled to represent this aspect of her life within her music. When touching on the EP, 'Trap Salsa,' Nokki Cabrera had this to say, "Trap Salsa is about love, optimism, living your life to the fullest, seeing the beauty in things, and never taking anything for granted." Ready to show the world what she's capable of, Nokki Cabrera has already done so by way of her organic fanbase on TikTok and Instagram. Now preparing her audience for the ride that is her forthcoming 6-track EP, 'Trap Salsa,' Nokki Cabrera encourages us to stay updated with her many endeavors on Instagram @nokkicabrera and on TikTok @nokkiofficial. Instagram Tik Tok

Combining all roles in a remarkable package, HighJak is a producer, artist, and artist manager who began his music career in his hometown of Kansas City, MO. Using live instrumentation and catchy hooks to articulate a deeper meaning to his lyrics and stories that he places into his music, HighJak never disappoints. Whether it be Pop style hooks, R&B-influenced lyricism, or alternative guitar riffs, he offers a unique sound that hasn’t been touched on in the music industry before. The eclectic blend of a cognizant atmosphere greets the passionate ambiance of HighJak in his most recent release “Can’t Catch Me.” Familiarizing us with a world that is weaved together by various genres, the enticing essence of this soundscape lures us into a dazzling display of emotions felt. There’s a powerful tone that is captured in the honesty portrayed by the intimately reflective lyrics dispersed. The deeper we dive into “Can’t Catch Me,” we find ourselves struck by the reality graciously poured up. HighJak’s exclusive vocalization has us fluttering in the authenticity that he’s eager to administer throughout his musical creations. Each word is juxtaposed with an acquainted sense of melancholy, and the rush of breaking free. Implementing a message of ridding the toxicity he once knew, we’ve always been a fan of how no two Highjak songs sound the same. Allowing us to simmer on the repetition of the chorus reiterating the motif, ‘you can’t catch me,’ HighJak makes it so we not only grasp onto the witty quips showcased in his verses but we’re fulfilled by the simplistic and prevailing nature of the chorus. Taking our perspective to the creative and emotion-backed lens he peers through, we’ll gladly submerge our minds in the likes of “Can’t Catch Me.” We love how you allow yourself to get deep on this track. Is the narrative addressed based on a particular moment or story? The narrative is based heavily on the ending of the last relationship I had hence, "I think I'm kind of glad that you left me," being in the chorus. However, the song is more based more off of confidently moving on from the past rather than sulking in sadness after the end of a relationship. I had my fair share of sulking after the end of this relationship in question, but this song came out once I knew I had finally made the conscious decision to move on and never look back. In your own words, what does “Can’t Catch Me,” mean to you as an artist? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from it? "Can't Catch Me," is simply a testament to all of the people who have told you "no" in your life because you weren't capable of something when you felt like you were capable. Sometimes things just don't work out in your favor and that's the way it is. Yet, "Can't Catch Me" expresses how you can really bounce back from anything in such a positive manner that the people who once told you "no" are then begging to be by your side once again. The sad truth is that when they come back crying wolf, you've already run far away to a distant place where you are thriving and have no reason to turn back; to the point where there's no way they will be able to catch you now. Compared to your previous EP release, ‘Voices,’ how does “Can’t Catch Me,” hold up to the collection of songs heard? I could only contrast "Can't Catch Me" and "Voices" because voices were more of a "come closer" type of vibe whereas can't catch me is more of a "stay away" type of vibe. Similarly both the EP and the single sound quite different from each other sonically. "Can't Catch Me" is super upbeat and in your face, whereas the EP is a little more mellow. I can say that both the EP and the single relay how I'm feeling about any given topic very accurately. My music is the only way I can express how I truly feel about something and that will stay consistent throughout my whole catalog forever. Do you find that your creative process is consistently evolving with new inspirations surrounding you? Could you please share a glimpse into what it looked like creating this track? Yes. The creative process is being interfered with every day by some new artist I discover with a completely different sound that I've never heard before. I believe that every artist desires to strike a chord that nobody has struck before them. We all want to be recognized as unique individuals who are like no one else. I think this is a big motivation behind why we all do it in the first place. So when I see someone who I think has an amazing, new, and unique sound, it kind of f**ks me up in the studio because I'll catch myself trying to sound like them rather than sounding like something that is genuinely me through and through. That didn't necessarily happen with this track in particular, but it's a constant struggle I deal with. For this track, I was heavily inspired by the likes of Post Malone and 7ruh7. I love how these guys' voices sound on a track and I know that I represent the same type of style they do with their sound, so I wanted to really bring the same intensity that they bring in the booth when it comes to vocals. Basically, I invited a big group of people to the studio, we drank and hung out all night, and this is the song that came out of it! What's next for you? I have another single dropping very very soon. It's one of my favorite songs I've made so far and is super high energy so I can't wait to show it to everyone! After that, it will be time to drop a full-length album which will be a compilation of tracks that I've been sitting on for a long time. Already been planning my next album after that in the meantime. Plenty more to come. Instagram Facebook

The empowering pop artist, singer-songwriter, and producer l.i.lll.i douses us in a fiery sonic atmosphere with help from her latest dynamic single, "E.N.E.M.Y." The young singer-songwriter was always drawn to create music and connect with fellow musicians/songwriters after feeling a sense of magic and empowerment in the studio. The American Musical and Dramatic Academy student later relocated to her farm in East-Central Portugal, which induced all sorts of introspection that propelled her to look inwards and led her towards personal growth. Gearing up for the release of her 6-track EP, 'E.N.E.M.Y.,' l.i.lll.i recently dropped the project's lead single and title track. The single, "E.N.E.M.Y.," examines our close relationships and allows us to question whether our heroes are who they truly say they are. The single sends us into a heated atmosphere through each scorching sonic and the song's overall dark-pop feel. Familiarizing ourselves with the single, "E.N.E.M.Y.," the venture opens with the heaviest of basslines that pour over our speakers alongside a soft and intricate drum arrangement and l.i.lll.i's haunting vocal appearance. As she begins expanding on a sour relationship and hoping for someone to treat her better eventually, she leads us towards the hook while making many realizations of how she ended up wasting her time. The song's hook is incredibly powerful, as it brings us into the scorching sonics of electro-pop through an exhilarating bass-like synth and more punchy synth melodies that get us up and moving. We admire how l.i.lll.i placed such a relatable lyrical topic into a song that induces all sorts of dance moves, especially as she maintains her energy and poise throughout the entire haunting listening experience. Get your groove on with l.i.lll.i's recent single, "E.N.E.M.Y.," available on all digital streaming platforms, and keep an eye out for her forthcoming 6-track EP, 'E.N.E.M.Y,' later this year. Welcome to BuzzMusic, l.i.lll.i, we're incredibly impressed with the haunting and engaging listening experience you've provided with your latest single, "E.N.E.M.Y." What inspired the creation of this powerhouse hit? I feel like one of my goals for the past months was to experiment with different genres and create, just create, without thinking of an end goal. I would make new things with no expectations and I was guided by the feeling that was rooted in each song. For me, E.N.E.M.Y was based on the illusion we create upon our enemies, which might be masked heroes; this could be our thoughts, people, or things that are blocking our happiness. Dancing our enemies away should be the answer. Did you create the exhilarating sonics and production for "E.N.E.M.Y.?" Why did you choose to bring such a stimulating dark/electro-pop atmosphere? I started producing from scratch, experimenting with sounds and styles when I had spare time from college. These past months, singing and producing became sort of a hobby for me, when the pandemic forced me to stay at home, and creating was always a moment of my day where I could connect to my inner world. I would gather different sounds from a closing microwave to birds chirping in the morning, to vocal samples I found different that I would record on my phone. So, I decided I would gather more tools and experience from an extra music production course, I would attend after college classes. I send a submission with an original song which got me accepted into the course and despite its conflicting schedule, the short course being a new passion that raised my confidence to produce more originals. I ended up with a collection of experiments on various styles and I just kept creating. I loved the whole process from writing the melodies to mixing and learning different ways to combine the different sounds I kept. As I wrote E.N.E.M.Y, I was very moved by the power the song could give at each moment. Every part of the song had a detailed intention guided by the feeling I wanted to share. A feeling of release and empowerment I deeply wanted to share with the world. What do you hope your audience feels or takes away from your single, "E.N.E.M.Y.?" What sort of listening experience did you want to offer? I want people to feel empowered and ready to move on from all the negativity in their lives. It's a very energized hymn to all the people who want to let go of all that no longer serves their soul's purpose or to all who simply want to celebrate their power and the doors that open once they realize its full potential. How does the single, "E.N.E.M.Y.," prepare listeners for your forthcoming 6-track EP, 'E.N.E.M.Y.?' What sort of themes or concepts should we expect to hear? E.N.E.M.Y is part of my album as its "darkest" track. The Album is based on the different temporary perceptions we experience in our lives and the joys and disappointments that come with it. Life is a vision of constant movement, but a feeling that can be kept and observed from a place of love, never fear. Universal Visions is a mix of different memories and perspectives that brought me lessons about life I want to share with the world. What is your mission statement as an artist? Storytelling and transporting people into other perspectives through creative expression was always something I wanted to keep doing in my life. There is magic I believe we can achieve by letting our fear go and focusing on love. And love can come from different places, but I think when you are doing something based on the root, which for me, is creating and expressing myself, I can share this feeling with people. I also think music is a very powerful tool, as you can tap into your inner world and gather feelings you're sharing through sounds. I want to be able to inspire people through the exploration of different sounds and allow them to connect with these, on different levels. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? I'm releasing a 2 track album that will lean towards a more alternative, indie genre, before "Universal Visions" is out (which will be a mix of various musical styles). The small EP "Ethereal" will be released very soon. Instagram Twitter

Cork-based Folk Singer-Songwriter Marie Conniffee began her artistic ventures as a performer, paying homage to the greats, namely Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Janis Joplin, and Neil Young. It was a long time before Marie Conniffe actually began to find her own creative voice. Absorbing from the best, she began experimenting with songwriting in her teens and early twenties but lacked inspiration. It was during her travels that she hit her creative stride, and began making beautiful music that appeals to her emerging fan base. The nomadic singer-songwriter takes us into a prominently dark and mysterious atmosphere with her latest single, “The Door.” Coming to us after the three-year release mark of her debut album, the striking harmonies and reflective nature of this record launches us into the wistful hues she effortlessly portrays. Marie Conniffe has an intriguing sense of intimacy in the tone that hails from her prevailing croons. Cascading with instrumentation that weighs in on the scale of traditional folk spirits, there’s a foreboding essence that actually instills a comforting blanket of beliefs, all while projecting the dimly cavernous front that “The Door” embodies. Evoking an insightful state of mind with the magnificent use of simplicity and repetition, the reverberated timbres that makeup both the foreground and background captivate your headspace with agility and grace. With poignant lyrical motifs such as, ‘I wear a mask that looks at you with tears, and wants to know the loving that it fears,’ the poetic justice that seeps through the composition leaves us awestruck with the hauntingly witty beauty we latch onto. Marie Conniffe takes us back to the beginning and leaves us with a refreshing essence of her artistry. Welcome to BuzzMusic Marie Conniffee, and congratulations on the rebirth of your artistry through your single, "The Door." At what point did you know that this record would be the perfect statement piece for you to come back to your audience? Thanks! Well, I knew that “The Door” tended to have an impact on the people who heard it. They would always want to know what it was about and why I had written it. So, I guess I always had it in my head that I would return to it one day and record a version that would do it justice. And then it was after my friend Rebecca Cant (who ended up playing flute on the track) heard my album “Love Madness” that I also recorded with Beardfire Music and she told me that she liked it but it made her want to know what they could do with some of my other songs like “The Door”, for example. So, I called the Beardfire guys the next chance I got. In your own words, what is the meaning that "The Door," holds to you? What would you like your audience to take away from it? Some people asked me why I didn’t include “The Door” on “Love Madness” but it just wouldn’t have fit. “The Door” is basically the first real song I ever wrote and it started me on a journey which is documented on the “Love Madness” album. But the song itself is probably more pure and innocent of heart than the later songs and maybe a bit stupid too but that’s ok! So, I suppose you could call it a song of hope. Also, the real lesson I learned was “When in doubt, write”. I did think twice when I was writing “The Door” and I checked in with myself to make sure it was definitely a good idea! But then I thought of Jeffrey Lewis and his song “The Chelsea Hotel Oral Sex Song” in which he makes the point that people writing songs about each other is lovely and “the next time you’re feeling kind of lonesome and blue, just think that someone somewhere might be singing about you”. So, it’s all good. Do you find that in the three-year span you've taken off anything has changed in your approach to your craft? What are some things that have remained the same, and some things that have changed? I tend to approach songwriting the same way every time. And generally, I do that because it seems to work. But I’ve found little to inspire me over the last year or so – just lack of stimulation I guess. Now, I have been writing and the quality has been fine but the songs have slowed to a trickle for now. That’s just the way of it sometimes with me – then like three or four will come along at once. I did use my time in lockdown to improve my fingerpicking and that helped me to come up with a couple of tunes. I also got a ukulele which is very handy for just throwing over my shoulder when I’m leaving the house and seeing what happens! What's your mission statement as an artist? I have a little blurb that I think pretty much sums me up, which is that I travel the world singing my deeply personal and revealing stories of love, life, and beautiful truths. The most important word in the blurb is ‘truth’. I think it’s important to be honest, even when you’re lying! Or “writing” as we call it. I think people connect to art more if they feel that the artist has really put their heart, soul, blood, sweat, and tears into it. I also think it’s important to really make an effort to be good. I know that sounds obvious but I do work to keep my standards up and, if I have to abandon something because it’s not doing it for me, that is fine. The tune has to be memorable and I like to do something different with my lyrics each time so that they don’t end up sounding trite or clichéd.