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Coming in hot from Sylmar, California, the sweet-sounding hip-hop artist, rapper, and songwriter Ruggo releases a deeply reflective single entitled "Never Know." The 19-year-old artist is quickly making significant moves in our evolving music industry, especially through his latest single, "Never Know." Ryan Sheerer (aka Ruggo) also released a heavily atmospheric and well-shot music video for "Never Know," which features Ruggo and his boys in Sylmar grooving their way around plazas, complexes, and neon-lit signs, making for a refreshing visual experience. Expanding on the single itself, "Never Know" begins with hazy synth melodies that slowly fade into the sonic foreground. As a punchy and crisp trap drum arrangement pierces our speakers with immense lust, desire, and emotion, Ruggo quickly joins the party and instantly swoons us with his soothing vocals, rhythmic delivery, and meaningful bars. What we love about this track is how Ruggo stays true to himself through his personal bars that touch on his family, his friends, and those who love and support him. We also admire Ruggo's beaming confidence in this single, as he reminds himself to keep an eye on his goals without letting anyone break him down on the way. We can feel a substantial tribute to the late great Mac Miller through this hit, as Ruggo touches on rather emotional themes while fueling the entire listening experience with nothing but soul and passion. Find Ruggo's latest single, "Never Know," on all digital streaming platforms, and catch the song's music video on YouTube. Welcome to BuzzMusic Ruggo, we're honestly infatuated with the overall soul and meaning you've placed into your recent single "Never Know." What inspired you to write such personal and honest lyrical topics for this single? I don't really think it was an inspiration, but more or less just getting stuff off my chest. Before I wrote the song I had the beat on loop, replaying over and over, all while I was just reflecting on what was happening in my life at the time. I guess I got really personal with it because it was easy too, I mean I was literally just spilling my guts out on what I was going through or experiencing at the time and everything seemed to find its own unique place on the track. Did you create the production yourself for "Never Know?" Or did you work alongside any fellow producers when navigating the song's sonic atmosphere? It's actually neither of those, to be completely honest. I found this beat on youtube with like MAYBE a thousand views on it, (which is honestly pretty rare, they usually have tens to hundreds of thousands) and I just wrote to it. The producer's page seemed pretty empty and unresponsive, so I wasn't really able to reach out, but I couldn't just put this song out so I kinda just went from there. Did you have any artistic influences in mind when crafting the overall vibe and atmosphere of your latest single "Never Know?" I really want to say yes because I feel like I do with every song I create, however, I just can't pinpoint any specific artistic influences when it comes to this song. And now when I really look back, I don't think the song had any artistic influence whatsoever, it was just a raw chunk of my mind that I cut out, packaged up, and distributed. I genuinely can't think of any influences, so no. Could you tell us a bit more about your artistic brand and what you aim to represent as a young Hip-Hop artist? What should we expect from each of your releases? I'm glad you asked this because I actually have a full-on brand, called "Oneway." And the whole premise of it is to "keepitmovin." Basically what I aim to represent with this brand is that everyone has their own uniquely personal way to get to whatever it is they're trying to accomplish, their own "one way," as long as they keepitmovin in a positive direction doing what they believe in their heart and soul is the right thing to do for them. And I incorporate this message into my songs quite often, I can't say 100% of the time, but most times I do. I feel like everyone who uses their voice to say things have that voice to say things worthwhile, and that's also part of my whole message. Don't be afraid to tell it how it is, follow your own personal path of success, and do what you feel in your heart and soul is the right thing to do regardless of outside opinions (negative or otherwise). If you follow along in my musical journey, that's what you can expect in my releases. What's next for you? Right now I'm working on getting a few more singles out, one more solo one, the one after that will be featuring another talented artist from California by the name of "Airplane James," and after that, I have a single I'm finishing up putting together with "My Guy Mars." You could expect all of these to be coming real soon. As far as shows go, it seems like the country is opening back up now, so we'll see if there's anything special planned for the future. Instagram

Living by the motto Strive to Focus Under Pressure, S.T.F.U CREW is a versatile music group consisting of two twin brothers known as sintelstax and Drippyjay. Forming in 2018, they both sing and rap about their life and the things they went through while growing up in their hometown of Philadelphia while sintelstax plays the guitar while Drippyjay makes the beats, engineers, mixes, and masters. Together the dynamic duo makes all sorts of music with their twist, as they alter from alternative Rock and Indie Pop to R&B and Hip-hop as they add some unique chemistry to their songs. “Catch Me I’m Trippin’,” is the latest bop to come from sintelstax and Drippyjay as they dip us into their lyrical finesse, and ability to propel major energy in their creations. Taking us into a rhythmic surplus of nostalgia through the Indie Pop vibes that are dispersed throughout the song's instrumentation, we can’t help but immerse ourselves in the uniquely paired verses that are performed with importance as we are steered through their narrative. We get a danceable groove that sits so presently on our minds, all while being washed into the powerful conveyance of melodically rapped lyrics. Paired with a music video that hones in on the tracks' reminiscent qualities, the visuals contain a textured film that overlaps the screens images in a glistening hue of what memories are made up of. Transitioning through a variation of quickly performed words that rest on your mind, and the sparse offering of the chorus, there’s a weighty connotation that illuminates from “Catch Me I’m Trippin’.” Allowing us to navigate their wit and creativity on an elevated scale, sintelstax and Drippyjay do a wonderful job at transmitting the vigor they naturally launch into our speakers. Welcome to BuzzMusic, S.T.F.U Crew. We love how the entire essence of “Catch Me I’m Trippn’,” has us immersed in your genre-bending ways! What encouraged you to pick the particular styling of this record? S.T.F.U Crew: Thank you so much, we appreciate it alot! It all starts with all the genres we grew up listening to that inspired this track like reggae, rock, rap/ hip hop, alternative rock, indie pop, pop, and many more. We love being creative and versatile and that's what we were going for, we also wanted to tell a story and have a message in the song as well. Could you please share what this song means to the two of you as creators? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from it? sintelstax: At the time in the making of the song I was going through alot feeling lost in life. I felt I had to make the song about living life how you want and chasing your dreams or passion no matter what anyone thinks. spreading the message to live up to your own expectations and no one else's and make the best decisions while you live your life the way you want. once I recorded the hook I felt the energy and freestyled my verse, I said: "I've been trynna figure out this feeling all along I figured out my life" in the song cause I realized that I love music so much and I want music to be my life no matter what and where or how lost I am in life. Drippyjay: This song to me is about living life the way you want, regardless of anyone's opinion with the way you live your life. when I wrote the verse for the song I was already in a place in my life where I felt so different from everyone else and didn't know how to feel about it. It felt like a back against wall moment! I was done taking everyone's B.S. I decided I'm gonna stop caring about people's opinions and not let them affect what I do in life!!! S.T.F.U Crew: we hope the fans get the message that you shouldn't be scared to chase your dreams or be passionate about something. You deserve to do what you love to do and what makes you happy because at the end of the day it's your life and you only live it once! What is the concept laced into the music video seen? Did the nostalgic hues of your visuals turn out the way that you had envisioned? S.T.F.U Crew: The concept of the video is to live your life the way you want, just don't let temptation rule you. Make the right decisions! Be awrae of your surroundings and pay attention to what is going on around you. Everything isn't always what it seems, And you can be deceived so be careful who you put yourself around. The visual fx wasn't as expected, we wanted it to be a little more trippy, but we were really amazed how clean the video was shot and put together. We feel as though the storyline and the song make this visual complete and are a definite way to get the message across! How does “Catch Me I’m Trippin’” compare to your previously released songs heard on ‘Too Happy to Smile, Too Sad to Cry?' S.T.F.U Crew: Although They do go hand in hand in similar genres, "Catch Me I'm Tripping" doesn't compare to any of the songs heard on "Too Happy To Smile Too Sad To Cry", they are all unique in their own way, If anything all the songs can relate to each other because of the constant theme about life. What's next for you? S.T.F.U Crew: S.T.F.U CREW has alot of content coming up, actually, we just dropped a new visual for sintelstax's single "stax up". we are working on 4-5 new music videos at the moment as well as an upcoming show in Philadelphia, photoshoots, a California studio trip to record our first studio mixtape and more CREW merch! we have alot in-store and we will continue to share our frequencies and vibes across the world, State by state, country by country. S.T.F.U Crew Instagram sintelstax Instagram Drippyjay Instagram

The Los Angeles-based contemporary folk artist, musician, and singer-songwriter Rabbit releases her tender sophomore single entitled "Mama." Having performed in local Los Angeles venues for quite some time now, Rabbit recently ventured solo after taking part in the musical duo Alice and the Rabbit. After sharing many stages with notable artists and acts, Rabbit felt it was necessary to begin her solo career and fully flourish as a singer-songwriter. Now releasing her soft and gentle sophomore single, "Mama," listers can introduce themselves to Rabbit's tender sounds and heartfelt lyrical themes by way of this powerful, emotionally charged piece. As she covers topics of fleeing from her mother's nest and acknowledging how her mother watched her grow, Rabbit truly tugs on our heartstrings. Hitting play on "Mama," the soothing introduction opens with a bright ukulele melody and a haunting background organ. As Rabbit makes her way in, we're instantly captivated by her gentle and warm vocal tones, especially as she delves deeper into the song's heartfelt theme. While singing of the bittersweet moments of leaving home and beginning her venture of life, Rabbit pays an endearing tribute to her mother, who helped her blossom into the woman she is today. As we reach the powerful hook, an entire whole-sounding instrumental pours over our speakers like a high tide, washing away our worries and stressors. We adore the delicate and fragile feel of this single, as the entire instrumental and Rabbit's savory performance truly bring an honest and genuine tear to the eye. Don't forget to give "Mama" a call with Rabbit's latest heartfelt single, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Hello Rabbit and welcome to BuzzMusic. We truly appreciate the genuine and heartfelt theme of your latest single, "Mama." What inspired you to pay homage to mothers who watch their children grow and flee the nest? Originally, I was actually trying to write a song for my own mother. I sat with the first line, "Are those lines 'round your eyes maps of tears you once cried?" for almost three months. What actually grew from that line is a song that is not only for her but for all the women I've encountered in my life personally and from afar that are affected by motherhood in its many different shapes. Motherhood doesn't mean the same thing for everyone. For so many women it can be a painful word. This song touches on the pain and joy that comes with being a mother, having a mother, and/or not choosing to be a mother. There are so many shades and scars that can come with motherhood, most of which are usually not visible to the naked eye. I also wrote this from a place in my heart that has grown solely from being a single mother, and I wrote this song to acknowledge those of us that may not feel as seen. I felt it was important to express that we do not all have to fit into any cookie-cutter idea of motherhood. Why did you choose to keep the instrumentals so lush and gentle within your single "Mama?" Could you expand on your creative process? I actually originally wrote this with a very simple arrangement on the ukulele. I had just started learning that instrument a few months prior and I really enjoyed marrying the lyrics I had written to such a simple tune. I knew I wanted fiddle and drums and a bit of organ (and I was so lucky to have Phoebe Silva, Nolan Levine, and my pops bring in those instruments), but much of the brilliant arrangement came from the people who helped me produce the song. My dad Doug Legacy brought a lot to the table with the recording and production, he's truly an inspiration. Joe Napolitano is a genius and he and his wife Jillinda Palmer put this song in a place that I could have never done without their expertise. I had an amazing team. Was it challenging to open up and write about such honest, genuine, and heartfelt topics for "Mama?" Or was it easy for you to reflect on the role of motherhood? Once I began to understand more what the concept of the song was actually going to be, it became quite easy. These lyrics are so personal and emotional for me in many different ways, so they really flowed. We've heard that you have a forthcoming music video for "Mama." What sort of concept should we expect to see from the upcoming visual? I am very excited to share this video. I had two phenomenal dancers LaQuelle Mills and Enissa Harris (Enissa was actually nearly 8 months pregnant for this shoot and it was so amazing watching her dance to this song). An old friend of mine and a very talented filmmaker, Tony Castellano, brought some beautiful camera work to the project, and I am so happy with what we made. The dancing was completely improvised and is full of so much emotion. The video is beautiful and somber and, in my opinion, really captures the feel of the song. What's next for you? I've been recording over the past few months, and I have a few songs I'm planning to release this year or at the beginning of next year. I just finished a shoot for another music video I will be releasing for my next single "Too Long". The release date is yet to be determined. Instagram Facebook

Born into a musical family, Prinssella began singing at the tender age of 3-years-old. Being quick to immerse herself in artistic attributes, she developed into writing her own music by 7 and had her first recording session at the age of 9. The bilingual singer reigns as a soulful and versatile vocalist who comes from a deep gospel background. As an up and coming R&B songstress, Prinssella has worked with the likes of The Voice UK’s Emmanuel Smith as a backing singer and is now working in collaboration with Victizzlemusic as they record her upcoming projects at the VixMix Studios. Taking us into a side of her that we have yet to see, Prinssella serves up an Amapiano record that kicks the vibration factor up a notch. The nature of “Let My Soul Vibe,” speaks to how Prinssella carries herself as an artist and individual apart from the music. Honing in on the effervescence that stems from this musical fusion, we get to catch glimmers of the rhythmic R&B and Amapiano foundations as she freely creates in order to express her artistic virtuoso. Known for the angelic timbres that she radiates, we’re hooked on the array of harmonies that spring into the speakers through the vocal layers present. With our minds keeping the tempo of “Let My Soul Vibe,” it’s hard not to acknowledge the enticing percussion patterns that maintain the bolstered structure that this record rests upon. Appreciating each elevated note that she sheds, the emotion that overflows from Prinssella’s vocal performance has us fluttering through newfound dimensions. We admire the poetic essence of lyrical motifs such as, ‘I’m ready to go. Just know it’s your heart I’m calling,’ grazing at our thoughts as the ultimate ammunition for any song classified in the genre of R&B is love. Evoking the sentimental feelings that come with an expression of passion, Prinssella has us over the moon with “Let My Soul Vibe.” Hello Prinssella, welcome back to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of “Let My Soul Vibe.” It’s so wonderful to hear you branching out into various genres while maintaining your R&B roots. What inspired the unique fusion of musical styles with this track? Thank you so much, I’m so happy to be able to share this beautiful song with the world, the plan is to always remain within my roots, and explore different sounds and genres whilst doing it. What inspired this record, is the love that we have for South-African Amapiano/House music, the music to come out of there is nothing less than amazing, the harmonies, the melodies, and the vibes are different, we love the feel-good feelings and nostalgia it brings. I and my team were having a writing session one night and, we came across some South-African House beats that just spoke to us, which inspired us to create something special, that still remained within my brand and authenticity. What is the inspiration behind the concept of the lyrics that we hear? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from this single? Music is a powerful tool and as a lot of us know, music has the power to change your mood, to change the way you feel, it can calm you down, and in other instances can hype you up, with “Let my soul vibe”, we wanted to create a vibe that will pull out memories that you haven’t even experienced yet, or even beautiful memories that you’ve had but forgotten, and basically create a feeling of nostalgia as you connect with the song. “Let My Soul Vibe” is not only a Summery party song, but a song to reflect on and take in, as it can speak to different people in different ways which I love because I want my music to have more than one message for my audience, I want it to relate to everyone in their unique ways, and I hope that will translate to my audience flawlessly. How does the release of “Let My Soul Vibe,” feel different from that of ‘I’m Learning?' The release to “I’m Learning” was a very foreign feeling as it was my first ever release so I had no idea what to expect and how everyone will receive me, but that foreign feeling is back again so I guess you don’t exactly get used to this feeling of excitement before the release date, but that’s what I love about it, it feels new every single time so I guess it’s not so different but nonetheless an exciting moment. The only thing that I would say is different, are the seasons of when these two songs are being released because one was in winter and the other is during summer, so the overall vibe is pretty much different in that way. The last time we spoke, you took us into a detailed list of your musical influences. Now that you’re evolving as an artist with a couple of songs in her music catalog, can you tell us specific non-musical inspirations that speak into your music? My life experiences are my inspiration, I know that we all go through different things in our lifetime, but what we have in common is that we can all relate in a certain type of way, that we can all empathize or sympathize because if one hasn’t lived it, one can at least understand it to some extent, so putting that in the music would be impactful for many because I want to speak for the silent, and represent those who are looking for a voice to stand for, and represent them. My inspiration is to help people feel heard and understood. What's next for you? A whole collection of different projects to grow my catalog, an EP, much more beautiful music and videos for my supporters, amazing collaborations with talented artists, and hopefully I will finally start live stage performances soon! Instagram Twitter

Born in Kuwait and now based in Los Angeles, the genre-bending artist and singer-songwriter Lujain gets us deep into the groove of her latest single, "as you." The fusion singer-songwriter takes inspiration from acts like Ella Fitzgerald and Ray Charles while also taking influence from modern acts like Rihanna, Kanye West, and Frank Ocean. Known for her blend of jazz, r&b, and pop, Lujain's music offers a unique listening experience that's impossible to ignore. Painting beautiful lyrical images with her latest jazzy single, "as you," Lujain showcases her brilliant classically-trained vocals while grooving to the song's jazz/r&b undertones. Not to mention the tender and heartfelt emotion she places into this single, Lujain truly sets herself apart from other jazz/r&b acts in today's music scene. Plunging into "as you," the song opens with bright and jazzy piano melodies, swinging drum arrangements, and a groovy bassline that tugs on our heartstrings. As a bright and vibrant electric guitar makes its way in, Lujain begins serenading us with her flavorful vocals that touch on a love she's never experienced before. About halfway through the song, Lujain breaks it down while serenading us alongside nothing but her delicate piano. This is where the song pours through our speakers with the utmost passion and love as Lujain continues explaining how she doesn't hold love for anyone else but someone incredibly special and close to her heart. As the low piano chords take us to the outro, the song ends on a deep note of introspection and desire. Lose yourself in the brilliant stylings of Lujain and her recent single, "as you," available on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome to BuzzMusic LUJAIN. We completely and utterly adore the soul and passion you've placed into your recent single, "as you." What inspired your desirous lyrical content within this single? A forbidden, spontaneous, and new love that’s fun and mostly about the physical of a relationship with a throwback to nostalgic first heartbreak. How did you go about creating such a jazzy and soulful instrumental atmosphere for "as you"? How did your creative process begin? Initially, I had just been jamming with myself, seeing if there is anything that sounds cool and feels sultry. then poof, 45 min later it's written and vocals recorded My producer Mariana muccio do Prado Sampaio and I, continued on with the production with musicians Kendrick Brown on bass and Christian Renard on guitar. Do you usually create such soulful, rhythmic, and passionate songs like "as you"? Is this a staple for your musical brand? I have so much love for polyrhythms and R&B, I always wanted to create something that would embody those fusions. The whole EPs has a lot of live instruments and we tried to keep it as organic as possible. I feel like music changes when the person changes and we change all the time, I don't like to put myself in a box. gotta keep the mind open for it all. Seeing that you have a variety of singles and one EP under your belt, do you have any projects in the works for the future? Or will you continue releasing singles throughout the year? I actually have an EP coming out on July 3rd called 'love languages,' which I'm really excited about. It’s some of my favorite songs I’ve made at white lines studios in LA. And yes, there's a few singles lined up for this year already that I hope everybody will be pleasantly surprised with. What's next for you? I’ve been working really hard in Sweden on getting my first album ready and I know it’s still a long time to get there but the process is extremely educational, fun, and super fulfilling!! my best work yet. Instagram Twitter

Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Marina Bennett is a heartfelt singer-songwriter who brings her illuminating stories to life through her music. After recently collaborating with Oahu-native Drew Henmi to release the radiating single “Another Way to Fly,” many fans are on board with Marina Bennett’s charismatic musical persona as they eagerly await any future releases. With sophisticated vocals and captivating melodies, the Canadian artist is unforgettable as she takes the listener on an emotional journey through her thought-provoking lyricism. During her collaboration with Drew Henmi, the pair displayed angelic harmonies that will continue ringing in the ears of the listener long after the song. In a recent interview with BuzzMusic, Marina Bennett and Drew Henmi describe the meaning behind the lyrics of their recent release “Another Way to Fly.” Marina Bennett explains, “‘Another Way to Fly’ represents finding freedom through the simple necessities of love and connection--this might be with a person, a song, a place, a dream, or a fleeting moment in time that we stay connected to and appreciate while it's happening...we ultimately wanted to create a song that feels like you're soaring above the busy worried and hurried thoughts of the mind and inspires us to stay in the now, seeing all the beauty there is around us that elevates our state if we look for it.” Discover more in our recent interview with Marina Bennett, here. Instagram Facebook

The Minnesota-based r&b/pop artist and singer-songwriter Honey Ribar never fails to leave listeners in awe of her powerhouse vocals and mesmerizing live performances. The young singer-songwriter is eager to prepare her audience for the release of her forthcoming single, "stable." Going viral with over 500k views in under three days, Honey Ribar has also accumulated a massive following on YouTube with over 3.5M views. Through captivating live performances at staple venues like Madison Square Garden, the Excel Energy Center, and the Nassau Colosseum, Honey Ribar was quickly recognized by celebrities like Zendaya, Hunter Hayes, and James Franco. Expanding on her upcoming single, "stable," Honey Ribar emphasized how our lives are constantly changing, which leads us towards new chapters. Honey Ribar is eager to mark her new chapter by way of her forthcoming release, "stable." After a private listen, we're sure that any listener will be as captivated and swooned as we were. Honey Ribar's dynamic vocal range and the song's rhythmic and groovy feel allow anyone to get down with the song's lively and playful atmosphere. Find Honey Ribar's forthcoming single, "stable," on July 15th on all digital streaming platforms. Pre-save "stable," here. Instagram Artist Website

Chicago storyteller Tezzy incorporates his upbringing into his music. Growing up on various sides of the city, his music is a blended depiction of the various neighborhoods he has lived in, and the experiences he has lived out. Aiming to make people feel with my music he crafts, Tezzy most certainly tugs at our heartstrings with the latest six-track EP, 'From My Heart, to Your Ears.' Allowing us to soak into the emotive offerings of this project, we immediately get ushered into a divine sense of conscious thoughts in the EP’s first song “Tough Luck.” The name of this record speaks for itself. We hear Tezzy provide us with a heartfelt performance that reiterates the trials and tribulations he’s faced in the reality that he calls life. Transitioning between impactful bars that weigh a ton, to a melodically cascading outro, Tezzy takes our emotions and seamlessly blends them with an array of sentiments personal to himself. Second, on the tracklist, we get to digest the copiously harmonious essence of “Give Me You.” From kicking the arrangement off with a soul-infused sample that eases us into the bass-forward energy surging from the roots of this piece, we get a side of Tezzy that is equally as vulnerable, yet open to expose a different sector of his life for all to hear. The intensified manner in which the lyrical motifs embed themselves into your mind is the sign of a courageous artist that knows how to approach their craft. As Tezzy approaches this track with a hunger in his vocals, we bob our heads to the tempo in a mesmerized fashion. “My Baby - Freestyle,” has us appreciating the downtempo, sweet moments that Tezzy explores within his artistic versatility. With lyrically swift cadences gracing our speakers in a melismatic manner, we take in the depth of what Tezzy is performing. Delving into a narrative where he reiterates a love story that has its ups and downs, the relatability that is captured in this song remains familiar at a heightened level. Reaching the halfway point of 'From My Heart, to Your Ears,' we come to realize just how all the dimensions of Tezzy’s thoughts break into a barrier that presents him in an unalloyed way. As we take it to the enticingly gripping sounds of the fourth song on the tracklist, “Let Freedom Ring,” picks up the bolstered atmosphere just as quickly as Tezzy guides us into a soothing realm. With a piano forward instrumentation that exudes the consistent waves of a structured foundation, the spellbinding quintessence of Tezzy comes in at full force with how he chooses to exude his lyrical dexterity. Spinning a web of versatility in this EP, Tezzy has a knack for playing with words in a witty way that has us saying; run that back. Locked into how he has his audience gravitating towards each musical layer before us, we’re vibing on the energy he continues to pour out. “You Say,” brings life to the atmospheric ambiance that simmers in a stew of heartrending moments. Projecting the bass elements over a vocal sample that serenades us deep to our core, the profound nature of “You Say,” has us soaring in a dimension that flaunts the heavy-hitting roots of Tezzy, all while backing it with the vulnerable confidence he wears so well. As we breathe in the refreshing composition as a whole, we know that Tezzy is no stranger to riding the wave of a beat. Navigating us through the poignant storylines he remains eager to share, we love learning about what Tezzy has to offer the world. Coming to the last song on 'From My Heart, to Your Ears,' the undeniably soothing captivation of “Mama (Sing to You),” trickles into our speakers. From the moment this song starts, we are greeted with the acapella harmonies that fill up the sonic progressions in a way that makes us fully committed to what’s to come. Once Tezzy touches down and gives us every last ounce of passion within him, we hear how he drives the harmonic factor of the instrumentation to work with his prevailing tone. In this EP, we get all of that and a little more. The continuous drive to propel his heartfelt nature in a way that reflects his wide range of influences that have helped to shape his own unique style. If you’re in the market for an expedition that sonically embraces your own lifestyle, we suggest listening to 'From My Heart, to Your Ears,' today. Hello Tezzy, thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of this earnest body of work. With a name like 'From My Heart, to Your Ears,' what is the concept laced into this EP? The whole concept of the EP was to talk about things that were heavy on my heart or heartfelt. I wanted the EP to be emotional, I wanted people to feel what I felt while creating the songs. I wanted people to journey into my heart and feel what I felt when I went through those situations that the songs stem from. We found that each song perfectly fit in its respective place! What’s the method that you used to structure your tracklist? Were there any songs that didn’t make the cut in the end? I wanted the EP to flow effortlessly. So I listened to about 12 songs over and over again and I picked the 6 that I felt were best for the message I was trying to put out in this moment and time. I picked from 12, but there were about 40 different tracks to choose from, so a large number of songs got left out for another project. Out of the six tracks we hear and love, do you happen to have one song that resonates with you more than the rest? Why? The song that resonates with me the most is “Give me you” that was the song that when it was being created it flowed, it only took me one take and I knew exactly what I wanted to say and how to say it, the instrumental spoke to me and told me exactly what to do. In terms of what listeners can take away from the project, what are you hoping they feel and witness? I hope that listeners walk away with a better understanding of who I am and what I feel as a person. In a lot of my songs I talk about worldly issues I think this is one of the first times I really reeled it in and talked about things that immediately affect me. What’s your mission statement as an artist? My mission statement as an artist is to always be genuine and talk about the things I know and can relate to that way it never sounds forced or fabricated. It’s so many things that I’ve been through in life that I’ve yet to talk about but then I think it’s billions of people in the world it could be people out there who went through this or is going through this that need to hear this. Instagram

From a tiny coastal town in Massachusetts, the blissful singer-songwriter Ay releases her angelic and chilling single with her latest release entitled "Heaven." Born to create soul-penetrating music, Ay grew up competing in talent shows and playing local venues across New England. After releasing YouTube covers in the 2010s, Ay later plunged into her singer-songwriter career in 2019 while receiving nominations from NEMA, HMMA, and ISC. Sending listeners into a powerful and compelling trance with her latest single, "Heaven," listeners can fully experience the beautiful and mesmerizing stylings that Ay continuously delivers. While touching on a serene and passionate lyrical concept, Ay makes it hard to ignore such a powerful and intimate track like this. Hitting play on the single, "Heaven," the venture begins with tender piano melodies and Ay's sweet vocal stylings that instantly sweep any listener off their feet and into bliss. As Ay's delicate harmonies begin to make their appearance, she holds our hands and leads us towards the powerful hook where she exclaims the powerful and heavenly love she gratefully experiences. Around the second verse, a somber string section makes its way in alongside crisp drum breaks, which provide this whole-sounding and well-rounded sonic feel. We absolutely adore Ay's power and strength when belting her vocals on the hook, as she's carefully placed her heart and soul into each lyric she delivers. While leading us to the outro with her brilliant sonics and accompanying vocals, Ay ends the song off with an immense sense of passion and heart. Plunge into the sonic beauty of "Heaven" with Ay's recent single, and discover the rest of her discography on all digital streaming platforms. Hello Ay and welcome to BuzzMusic. We're genuinely head over heels for your recent angelic and powerful single, "Heaven." What inspired you to write such a passionate single? Wow, thank you so much! I was inspired to write "Heaven" from a feeling that came over me during a surreal moment in my life. I was meeting people and places I felt profoundly connected to and things began falling into place in a way they just hadn’t before. I was suddenly living in a dream and anticipating both the overwhelming joy and the fear that this was a temporary state, at once. What sort of sonic atmosphere did you aim to create with your single, "Heaven?" What did you want listeners to feel after listening to this single? I wanted to sonically capture feelings of euphoria and nostalgia. My intention was for this piece to be a portal to a fantastical world that is real in the now, or once was, for everyone listening. What was your songwriting process like for "Heaven?" Was it easy to open up and write about such passionate themes? I wrote this whole song in about 15 minutes. It was something building up in me at the time until I just sat down at the piano and the intro theme came and the rest of the song, lyrics, and progressions just followed. It was kind of spooky actually! The perspective of the lyrics felt like a future me or another presence, instructing me to stay in this moment before it passes. Did you have any help from other producers or session musicians when creating the production/instrumentals for "Heaven?" Yes! Producing “Heaven” was a dream come true for me. I worked with award-winning producer Anthony J. Resta and engineer Karyadi Sutedja at Studio Bopnique in LA to bring the final recording together. I was incredibly fortunate to have acclaimed session guitarist Tim Pierce play the acoustic guitar, in his vast career he’s worked with artists such as Michael Jackson and Phill Collins. The cello heard is played by Cameron Stone III who played on the Game of Thrones theme and score. I am honored to have had such talented musicians work on this song with me. What's next for you? More music and videos are on the way this year, with performances to follow! To find out what's coming, follow me @ay_moccia everywhere! Instagram Facebook

The Cold Stares are a band that wasn’t meant to be a band, and at numerous points over their last eleven years, very nearly haven’t been a band. Despite all the bad luck that has been thrown their way, they still stand strong. The duo, originally from Western Kentucky, is guitarist-singer Chris Tapp and drummer Brian Mullins, who have a friendship that dates to their early twenties when they were in bands together. They went their separate ways only to the only circle back a decade later. If there is one thing that has been their hallmark, it is authenticity. Life can sometimes give you a punch in the face, but other times it can beat you into the ground. Step forward The Cold Stares – cancer, suicide, betrayal, divorce, loss, self-identity crisis, survival, and ancestral skeletons in the closet. In the amplified outpour of their latest single, “Heavy Shoes,” The Cold Stares exude energy like no other. Through smoldering vocals, and sustaining guitar riffs that breathe down the necks of any rockers making a name for themselves, we have a brilliantly arranged foundation of a musical virtuoso. Sifting through the multidimensional layers of this Blues-infused Rock anthem, there’s a punchy groove that you find yourself directly in the pocket of, as the larger-than-life drum patterns pave the way for you to swim in the propelling momentum. With an abstract approach to the songwriting techniques surfacing from the sound waves of “Heavy Shoes,” we feel intrigued by lyrical motifs such as, ‘I don’t wanna be a ghost in your room. I don’t wanna be locked in your tomb,’ infiltrating our thoughts. What hits us the most throughout this record has to be how both Chris Tapp and Brian Mullins leave little to the imagination while expanding the canvas of our mind in the ingenious tracks they continue to put forth. Giving “Heavy Shoes,” a familiar sound that reflects on a narrative that their listeners have experienced in their lifetime, is what sets apart The Cold Stares from other artists out there. Welcome to BuzzMusic The Cold Stares, and congratulations on the release of “Heavy Shoes.” You carry such an intoxicating drive in the way that you perform. It’s hard not to get pulled into your music. Where did the inspiration for the single “Heavy Shoes” stem from? What does this song mean to the two of you? Thank you. I wrote the song in January of 2020 and wasn’t really aware of covid at the time but I almost feel like I felt this heaviness coming. The song is about something in your life that is just weighing you down, could be a relationship, addiction, just whatever trouble you are having. Little did I know at the time of writing it just how heavy the next year would be. -A very heavy sentiment for heavy times- Brian How does “Heavy Shoes" stand out from the rest of the songs heard on the album? Being the title track, does it give us insight into the overall concept laced into this body of work? It was the first song I wrote for the album, and I wanted it to be a template for how the rest of the album should feel. We wanted the record to be more of a rock and roll album front to back and I wanted to perhaps showcase some different scenarios and stories of getting through rough times. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from the themes and emotion portrayed in “Heavy Shoes?" That we are all in this together, we all sooner or later deal with these themes/issues. I think the sooner we all understand we are in this together, the quicker we can find empathy for each other and help each other out. How does ‘Heavy Shoes' compare to your previous albums? I think it’s probably more themed and cohesive than the others. We were very proud of the WAYS album, but it was really a three-part album with three focuses. This album is a full-on rock and roll, heavy blues album start to finish with a tip of our hats to our heroes. Instagram Facebook