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Originally from Santa Cruz, up-and-coming artist, songwriter, and producer Melaku is bringing a new sound to the table. From a young age, Melaku found inspiration in the classic rock, pop, soul, and Motown music that his parents played around the house. Taking this into his present-day styling, his music merges the heart of the classics with the vibe of today’s pop chart-toppers to keep audiences of all ages returning for more. Bringing a nostalgic swing to the vivacious dynamism surfacing from his most recent single, “Still Within,” Melaku plays upon the warmth of golden notes that shimmer on the canvas of your mind. Utilizing the space within the instrumentation in a way that ties all musical elements together in an atmospheric, yet forward environment, Melaku’s profound vocalization cascades upon the melodies radiated. Delving into a narrative that serves as a reminder for when things in the outside world seem hectic, we always have the option to find peace within, the messaging rests well in the buoyant energy that is delivered from the resonance before us. Envisioning the lyrical motifs performed in a manner that has animated illustrations leaping from the creative sectors of our mind, Melaku is a wizard at breaking down your imagination to portray exactly what he feels. Congratulations on the brilliantly crafted “Still Within," welcome to BuzzMusic Melaku. With such an important message coming from this song, was there a particular moment or story that helped to shape this single? Thank you! The inspiration for the song was initially a friend who was going through some life changes and learning how to live more from the heart. They were kind of closed off emotionally before, from trauma or whatever else. But meditation and getting still within was starting to pay off. And so I wrote it kind of for them and kind of as a reminder to myself about what’s possible by just being in the moment. You’ve had the opportunity to intern in the A&R department of JIVE Records, among other prestigious companies. How has this experience inspired the route of your artistry? My internships and experiences in the industry in various capacities gave me a lot of insights into creativity; how songs are produced at a high level. And I think when I saw that, it made me want to do that myself. I loved studying the songwriting and production of the different people I met and was learning about. And to be honest I think it also made me realize that the music business can often be unfair to artists with unique messages, and made me want to pursue a more independent path. Could you please share a glimpse into what it was like creating “Still Within?" I wrote the song on acoustic guitar initially. I wanted something with a cool change from the verse chords to the chorus, and I think this song has that. I’ve played it at a bunch of gigs, honing the feel and getting ideas for how I want the production to sound. I recorded it in my studio in Santa Cruz, playing acoustic and electric guitar parts, bass, keys/synths, and an electronic drum set. I wanted it to sound like modern pop, but still have a retro rock feel with a live band element, which is a feature I incorporate in pretty much all my tracks. Is this a lesson that you’ve learned earlier on in life, or do you find you still work daily to achieve that inner peace? Any words of advice to your audience that may be feeling a bit stuck? I think that I’ve always been kind of an old soul, but I was definitely stressed out up until the middle of college. I was trying to succeed, trying to “prove” something, to my parents or whoever…society. But around that time that I was becoming my own person, in New York, surrounded by the city, I was simultaneously going through a spiritual awakening that made me want to take up the path towards inner peace. After going through that journey, I definitely have to do something daily to get back to center…whether that’s breathing, meditation, stretching, being in nature. I think the advice I would give is to take the time to love yourself and learn what it is that works for you to get to a place where you aren’t thinking about the outside world. Maybe the trick is to treat the space between your temples as a temple. Can you tell us more about the music video? This music video was super fun to make. We did two main shoots, one in the hills of Salinas, California, and one in Santa Cruz, CA, which is my hometown. I was lucky enough to be able to have it directed by a good friend, and also have it feature the talents of a few of my close friends as well, including things like belly dancing and fire dancing, both circular to represent the idea of life and nature being always in motion, yet inviting us into stillness in the center of it all. Instagram

Out East are an indie-pop duo based in Squamish, British Columbia, Canada. Comprised of Jon Allan and Adam Ravalia, they hail from the east coast of Canada. These two best buds found themselves in the same BC town a long way from home and decided to start creating unique, groovy, and emotive dream-pop music. During the pandemic and through a rollercoaster ride of emotion, writing and recording their latest Ep, ‘By The Ocean,’ allowed the guys to remain grounded and tethered despite the tumultuous nature of the world around them. Laced into the smooth escape of the opening song on their four-track EP, we come across the atmospheric universe of “Ondele.” The various elements that linger in the electronic composition take a feathery approach to the way that this record is conveyed. By playing upon a fair amount of instrumental moments that are met with reverberated croons, you come to notice the fusion picks up with intensity, and intricacy when showcased. We can’t help but delve into the deeper meaning of “Ondele,” which is brought to the surface through these notions. There’s a wave of energy that surges through you as you take this song in like a breath of fresh air. It happens to make you look differently at the creative process embarked on by Out East. With the ease depicted in particular complex components packed into the musicality, you would never guess that they’re composed of two individuals. The genius that goes into making these soundscapes pop from an organic place of passion and thought, is truly remarkable. Vibrantly projecting what sets the pace and energy of ‘By The Ocean,’ the melodic essence that we soar in remains unforgettable to us. Hello Out East, and welcome to BuzzMusic. There’s such beautiful energy to the way that you convey “Ondele.” What inspired you to make this the opening song of your EP? "Ondele" was the first track that we worked on for the EP. It actually started out as a silly song about gummy bears that Jon and I wrote one hot day last summer. Once we realized we were on to something with the initial riff, we methodically worked through the song developing the vocal melody at first, followed by the song structure and instrumentation. This process went on over a few months until we realized we had a pretty good tune on our hands. As we shaped the lyrics from silly to meaningful, we thought it would be poignant to try and convey how everyone has been feeling during the pandemic. It's been a really rough year for many people, and we thought that portraying the message of unity and togetherness, along with finding the internal fortitude to move forward, as appropriate. Thus, we decided to make it the opening track of the EP so that it could have an immediate impact as people listen. In your own words, what does this song mean to you? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from it? This song, similar to what I cite above, is really about unity. I think it reflects the idea that if we as a people can work together, remain level-headed, and find strength in one another, they can navigate their way through anything. In this polarized day and age we live in, I believe in the importance of perpetuating togetherness, inclusivity, and summoning strength as a collective. I hope that when people listen to this song, both the music and the lyrics will allow them to perceive this message and walk away feeling a little more ready to unite with the people around them. Could you please share a glimpse into the concept of ‘By The Ocean’ with us? Does “Ondele” truly reflect what else is heard in the project? 'By The Ocean' as a whole is really about longing for home. Jon and I both grew up in the most easterly province of Canada called Newfoundland and Labrador. It's a rocky isle in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, and about as far away from Squamish as you can get. Throughout the pandemic, we have been unable to travel back to Newfoundland to see our loved ones, smell the salt breeze of the Atlantic, and have a "feed" of fish and chips as the locals would say. This distance has been pretty difficult on us both, and the EP reflects our journey through being so far away from home and how we've overcome it. Ondele truly does reflect this journey, as Jon and I have had each other to share stories of home, crack jokes that no one else really understands, and convey a sense of home for one another in BC. Saturn's rings is a song I originally wrote about my father and his impact on me, By The Ocean (title track) is an homage to Newfoundland and Labrador, and Fences is really a tune about having so much fun playing in the snowy coastal mountains this past winter, enjoying winter and the beauty of the province we now find ourselves in. What is your mission statement as Out East? Our Mission Statement is never to take ourselves too seriously. At the end of the day, we are just two best friends who make music together and have a hell of a time doing it. Wherever this project ends up, ultimately this musical journey is just that, a journey, and we're so happy to be along for the ride. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? We are starting to work on our next batch of tunes. We always cast a wide net and write a bunch of new songs with varying genres, and then narrow it down as time goes along. I think people can expect another single in the next couple of months and hopefully another EP before the end of the year. Over the summer, we'll be getting back to normal and playing lots of shows locally, so we're pretty stoked for that outlet. Instagram

Formed in 2015, Boy On A Hill was created in singer-songwriter Dan Glasgow’s studio in Roleystone Western Australia. With his home sitting on top of the Darling Ranges, Dan Glasgow received his inspiration from quite literally being on a hill. At the time, Tom Greble (accordion/piano) and he were playing in a 7-piece ska band with Dan on drums and Tom on saxophone, with neither of them realizing that the other had other musical projects. From testing out songs to recording their work, they haven’t let any setbacks be their end-all when it comes to bringing their listeners great music. Taking the element of genre-bending to a whole new level, the organic nature of Boy On A Hill’s latest release “Super Glue,” has us fully immersed in the warmth that sculpts the resonance heard within this arrangement. Allowing simplistic components to serve such an impactful purpose in this record, the inviting essence of this honeyed, pop ballad sits well with us. Dipping into a narrative that is backed by the lullaby upbringing of the lyrically charged piece, what started out as a way to get Dan Glasgow’s son to stop crying, now has a vast array of listeners sinking their teeth into a tale of relationships. Simmering in the raw and acoustic soundscape that blends both delicate and prevailing hues to complement one another, there’s something about this track that we can’t get enough of. As we fixate upon the uniquely presented accordion contrast which is courtesy of Tom Greble, we have to admit that when Dan Glasgow’s vocals drift over these key parts, we delve even deeper into what “Super Glue,” touches on. Hanging onto lyrics like, ‘there’s no time for crying, if you’re the one not trying,’ Boy On A Hill has us clicking the repeat button. Congratulations on the release of “Super Glue,” Boy On A Hill, welcome to BuzzMusic. We love how this song originally began as a lullaby, and we’re even more pleased that you took it and ran with it. Do a majority of your songs stem from this type of creation? Thanks for the love guys. No, Super Glue was truly a random circumstance. Normally a song jumps out of nowhere in particular, but I get the feeling something is brewing as I'm strumming in my studio. That's where 99% of the songs are created. Super Glue is an exception to the rule. The small, irritable, teething human was grizzling on his playmat, so I started singing and he went quiet. Every time I stopped singing he started crying, so I ended up developing part of the song" There's no time for crying." Of course, I changed the subject matter later once I realized there was something worth exploring in the song. Other than that, I did once write most of another song as I drove down the freeway to a gig one night. In that case, I just called out to Siri and sang and dictated the idea as I drove. I wish that happened more often. What did it look like when bringing this song from its original state to the ears of the public? After I changed Super Glue from a lullaby to a full song, I jammed with Tom on accordion and then we played a few shows to get an idea of how various songs went down with audiences. Recording-wise, I did live takes with vocals and acoustic for the first 2 verses. The rest was laid down in layers. I played drums, percussion, harmonica, and banjo, Tom did the accordion and piano. Graeme Bell played a beautiful double bass line that has a hint of Latin flavor. How do you two contribute to the overall creative process that you generally embark on? Do you find that the creativity you share together is vastly different from experiences in the past? I'm generally going to have a big, fat chunk of a song created by the time I drop it into a rehearsal. Tom always adds another dimension and I end up modifying my chords. He is jazz-trained and a beast of a sax player, so corrects my scale errors....I'm a drummer....I hit things...when they were teaching theory and asking us to memorize jazz chords and scales and modes , I was slapping out rhythms on the desk and stupidly not paying attention. The creativity is definitely complementary. When you are first in bands, everyone loves playing, but probably everyone has different ideas about where the sounds are going. So the whole thing falls apart. Band dynamics are difficult . It's not easy to find people who are in your "tree", as Lennon said. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from this song? Lordy, that's difficult to predict! We both get immense pleasure when we drop songs onto new audiences and they stop talking all of a sudden and stare or hit record and hold up their phones. I guess we hope that the melody , words or groove is going to touch a nerve somewhere inside of them. I hope folk gets to watch the beautiful animation by Ornella as it really goes well with the song. What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? There are a few we are enjoying - Maple Glider ALBUM To Enjoy is the Only Thing (from Melbourne)that album will touch your soul. Helen Townsend Love Lies n Leaving EP ( from Perth) sweet harmonies. I discovered an English band called The Powdered Earth recently via an Instagram Stories advert. They capture a dark, melodic vibe with great poetic lyrics. Instagram Facebook

Jeff Dean is a singer-songwriter making a name for himself from Detroit, Michigan. He has gained local, and regional popularity with hit records such as ‘Houseguest (feat. Earlly Mac),’ and ‘T.K.O. (feat. Labritney).’ With opportunities to provide support for artists like Trevor Jackson and K. Michelle, Jeff Dean’s most recent shining moment comes from being accepted into The Recording Academy as an active voting member of the Grammy Board. Teaming up with Grammy award-winning songwriter APLUS in order to create the lyrically charged essence of “Call Off (feat. Philup Banks),” the vibrant escape of this record speaks to the hardworking women who need a day off of their duties for some tender love and care from their partner. We’re met by a surge of soothing energy that graces the track as we’re swept into the melodically blissful soundscape at hand. Immediately kicking off this record with the alluring hook, “Call Off (feat. Philup Banks),” proves itself to be the mesmerizing anthem that you live for when taking some well-deserved time for yourself. The instrumentation trickles through the speakers in an atmospheric chamber reminiscent of a serendipitous utopia. Pairing the intimate essence of its nature with Philup Banks’ enticing timbres, the words that are performed act as a blanket of warmth as you’re overcome with a familiar rush of security. The team that has diligently worked to bring this record to the foreground has truly thought of every detail. From the spatial cues in the lyrical finesse of the songwriting to the intricately elusive foundation of the musical framework, “Call Off (feat. Philup Banks),” pulls you into its embrace, as you eagerly long for the record once it comes to a halt. The team that has diligently worked to bring this record to the foreground has truly thought of every detail. From the spatial cues in the lyrical finesse of the songwriting to the intricately elusive foundation of the musical framework, “Call Off (feat. Philup Banks),” pulls you into its embrace, as you eagerly long for the record once it comes to a halt. A huge congratulations to you on your latest single, “Call Off (feat. Philup Banks).” With such a solid team bringing this song to life, how did the original concept for the song get created? Thank you! The original concept was actually about cutting off other girls for that special girl. Then one of my friends walked into the studio and said the record should be called "Call Off" because I call in so much for my music career LOL. So from there I wrote the hook and was like "this is it"! Could you please share a glimpse into what the creative process looked like when fashioning the finer details of this track? How did the collaboration between yourself, APLUS, and Philup Banks come to be? Well, I knew the hook was solid, but I was stuck on a melody that I loved for the verse. So I reached out to my friend Grammy Award Winning Songwriter "Anesha Birchett" of APLUS. She sent back this fire melody and the lyrics flowed from there. Then I contacted my homie Philup Banks to collab on this record because he always comes with fire. Are there any memorable moments from this release that you think shape this song to be that much more powerful? Oh most definitely! There are few ladies I have dated to where you just wanted to spend more time with them. It's like "hey don't worry about work today.... I gotchu....just spend the day with me". What is your mission statement as an artist? I want people to relate to my experiences through my music and to have experienced through my music if they never have! What's next for you? Well, the music video has been released on Apple Music, Tidal, and Vevo. So I'm excited about that. My untitled EP was supposed to drop this month but I broke my foot, so I had to delay my cover photoshoot. Hopefully, it is all healed up soon, so that I can get back on the grind. Instagram Facebook

A unique artist in his own rights, not bound to the norms and circumstances of his harsh upbringings. TeXFiles is a Jamaican-born Hip-hop/Pop artist based in Brampton, Canada. Over the years, TeXFiles has been perfecting his craft as he evolves and stays true to himself. Bringing forth a familiar style all while staying unique to himself, he explores the realm of Trap, Pop-Rock, and a little Reggae for a smorgasbord of sounds. Imprinting life’s natural progressions through his most recent single, “Genesis,” TeXFiles uses this metaphor to signify new beginnings. The dark instrumentation is steered by resonant guitar riffs that chug their way through the speakers before they find their place in the forward mix of this Rock meets Rap bop. Enlisting the artistic virtuoso of prominent up and coming artists Fiyah Mc and EverythingOShauN, the dynamism that is shared between these unique talents brings textured dimensions to a cognizant offering of significant changes when beginning a new journey. The lyrically thrilling essence of this record latches onto the solidified roots that are cemented into Hip-hop. Bringing forth a sense of nostalgia through what we feast upon, there’s more than meets the eye to TeXFiles. Carrying forth unmatched confidence that comes from truly learning the ropes of your life, “Genesis,” has us hanging onto words such as, ‘It's just the way we live. It's just the life we know.’ Shifting the vibrations to an elevated frequency, we admire the truth that has gone into the framework of this track. TeXFiles has us all-embracing the start of something new as he lets us meet the vulnerability we desire. Hello TeXFiles, welcome to BuzzMusic, and a big congratulations on the release of your latest single “Genesis.” In your own words, what does this song say about you as an individual and artist? Thank you, This song for me is very special. I feel I touched on something new as an artist in my personal musical journey. To me, it shows growth in not being scared to experiment with different styles of music and I feel like this is an opening and a great opportunity to continue to try different things musically, not being scared to step out the bounds and norms to come up with unique style and product for fans to listen to and love. Enlisting the talents of Fiyah Mc and EverythingOShauN gives this track a great dimension, as you all work so well together! How did this collaboration come to be, and what was it like working with one another? Without a doubt, Fiyah Mc and EverythingOShauN are two separate musical forces to be reckoned with. We are all artists from the same community and have watched and supported each other's music careers over the years. Fiyah Mc is a Reggae/Hip-hop artist that is very versatile. You can say he's like a hybrid of the two musical genres. Fiyah Mc's feature on the song was a perfect mesh, since the song has a classic rock vibe to it with the lead guitar it was only right he brought that classic hip hop feel that I think worked perfectly. EverythingOShauN is a dope, hard-working talent that will be around for years to come. His vocals are very melodic so I felt the need to have him on the song to bring that missing rockstar quality and vibe that fitted the piece to the puzzle perfectly, needless to say, it was a match made in heaven, couldn't have asked for anything more he did his thing and overall the sound of the record came out really dope, to say the least, something classic and new but still "Original" is what best describes "Genesis" the record. How does it feel to have this song out to the public? Have you noticed a change in your mindset from the time of creating it, to this present moment? I've been very excited since the release of Genesis. I guess my mindset since the release is just to trust my musical gut lol. I tend to overanalyze and sometimes scare myself out of trusting the art. Making my work speak for itself not trying to second guess, wherever the music takes me, just go with it, flow with it, do the best job possible, then release it, and hope the fans see the vision and understand what I'm trying to do artistically. In terms of themes and messaging, does “Genesis,” fit into what you stand for as an artist? I love that question and the answer is Yes, without a doubt. I made Genesis as a metaphor for new beginnings. The song is for everyone going through significant changes or just beginning a new journey in their personal life. Evolving is something we each have to go through before we can rise and elevate to a higher frequency. So again Yes it is a perfect representation of me as an artist and where I'm going artistically. Also, the artwork which is an NFT based artwork Sums up the whole song in one picture and brings more clarity visually to what the song is all about. What's next for you? What's next for me to put out more visuals, that is at the top of my list. Secondly, is to just keep releasing new singles concisely, keep building, keep creating, keep going hard, until I feel like the time is right then I'll eventually release an album but for now the main focuses are visuals and releasing singles. Instagram

Ghost Licker is a conceptual audio installation created by multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Travis Collins. Residing in Los Angeles, CA, Ghost Licker was originally conceived in 2015 as a four-piece technical indie-hard rock band. The project has since been molded into its current, laid-back, and dreamier rendition which has been designed with the romantic visionary in mind. Truly playing upon the motive of Ghost Licker, “Dreadful Bitter End,” navigates listeners through a brilliantly crafted environment that thrives in spatial components. Wrapping us up in a blanket of amplified hues, the eclectic energy that runs vividly throughout the sonic veins of this record manages to shift your gears into overdrive. With such a raw, and intense offering of sounds, your mind can’t help but sift through the various outlets of musicality as each instrument has a designated space to thrive upon. Fusing together for the colossal essence of temptation to be unveiled, there’s a prevailing quintessence that makes itself rather apparent. The passion-fueled vocals croon words of desire and reality that amalgamate in such a buoyant coalition of vigor, and with lyrics such as ‘I guess it’s time I left without you. No room left to run underneath the sun,’ making a statement from the foreground, the sincere illumination of implicit feelings, hints at something provocative hidden in the night; which is second nature to Ghost Licker. Taking in each harmony that intricately laces the foundation of “Dreadful Bitter End” as one, this record bolsters the keynotes of angst and emotion felt within our very being. Hello Ghost Licker, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of “Dreadful Bitter End.” We love how the energy you perform with is charged up to a new extreme. With such a blatantly forward song title, what does this song's narrative reflect? "Dreadful Bitter End" addresses the haunting comparison of human toxicity to the menacing behavior of the undead. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from the attitude conveyed, and themes expressed? Buried in the details is the sentiment for personal growth, progress, and change. It’s important to take a step back often to assess and take advantage of opportunities to make positive changes in life. Being a multi-instrumentalist, what does the typical process look like when you bring a song to life? What comes first, the music or the lyrics? I’m hardly trying to bring a song to life, just the opposite! haha!.. only joking. I do have a particularly natural and reserved process. I wait until a truly meaningful and inspiring feeling overcomes me, then hum a melody and loosely write some words. Next, I’ll use the guitar to find unique accompanying notes and tones, often dissonant. As a drummer first, percussive placement is very important and can be flashy in its subtleties. My objective is to let space breathe, for emptiness Is one of the most moving emotions. Since your 2020 single ‘The Dead City,’ how would you say that you have grown as an artist? These past three releases have been a continuation of the band Ghost Licker, an indie hard rock quartet I had assembled in 2015. I choose Dreadful Bitter End as 1 / 6 of the original Ghost Licker tracks to carry forth because it spans the most genres of the original 6. I wrote and recorded The Moon and The Dead City in 2019 and designed them to be more laid back and have a dreamier feel. Since recording these songs I have redesigned my rig from the usual rock band instrumentation to modular and analog synths assuming those roles. I have new Ghost Licker tracks dropping this year with a refreshing electronic lift as well as a full-length collaboration album. What's next for you? As mentioned above, I’ll be releasing a new GhostLicker single this year and I have a full-length collaboration album in the works with Mr. Joshua as a vocalist. Be on the lookout for at least two new songs this year, a variety of content on my social media pages, and a music video! Instagram Facebook

19-year-old Avery Grace is a singer-songwriter originally hailing from Santa Cruz, California. Being the type of person who listens to a wide variety of artists, genres, and music in general, Avery Grace showcases her variety of influences in the music that she creates. Mainly experimenting with the buoyant sounds of Pop, she is eager to tackle the world of Pop Punk, Pop Rock, and Alternative, while not limiting herself to be placed in a particular box. Fresh off the release of her debut EP, ‘Bummer,’ Avery Grace has us hooked on the project's lead single, “you got it.” Dazzling us with the soothing essence reigning from the delicate ambiance of the instrumentation, we can’t help but feel as if we’re floating in a realm of intimacy in the form of authentic traits. As soon as Avery Grace’s angelic croons come pouring into the speakers, we’re fixated on how they cascade in such an effortless manner. The smooth as butter notes send you to an elevated dimension of therapy, and for moments, you get lost in the array of empowering hues that douse you in familiar ways. The entire thesis laced into the brilliant words strung together in “you got it,” tie back to a relationship that Avery Grace was a part of. Being told how to act, look, and move, she embodies particular confidence that comes from the strength one earns when saying goodbye to a situation that ushers you into change that isn’t beneficial for you. While we pick up on exactly what she’s putting down, we also find ourselves swimming in a pool of much more than she has to offer. Through the resilience displayed in the lyrical motifs, she casts out. ‘But now, I’m finally free,’ are the words that have us hanging onto the liberation that listening to this record instills within us. Hello Avery Grace and welcome to BuzzMusic. We absolutely love the message that you send out in “you got it.” With this being a familiar subject that many can relate to, did you make this song with the intention to speak into others’ lives? Thank you and totally! I want to make music that not only I can connect with, but listeners can as well. That’s very important to me. I think music, whether making it or listening to it, is such a beautiful way to cope with life. So, yes, I did make this song with the intention of other people connecting to it as well. Could you please shine a light on the creative process that you embarked on when bringing this song to life? Did you have to transport yourself to a different state of mind, or did the poignant lyrics come to you in your natural state? When writing “you got it” and all of my songs, there are lots of things that inspire me. Personal experiences inspire me, my friends’ lives inspire me, emotions inspire me, movies inspire me, and so on. For “you got it”, I tapped into the state of mind that I was in when I was involved with a person who told me to control basically everything about me to fit what they wanted. Instead of writing about the pain of that relationship, I wanted “you got it” to be about the aftermath. This song comes from a place of empowerment because I did change due to that person. But, instead of changing for them, I grew and changed to better myself. I changed into someone who would never be with or around them or anyone who wanted to control or manipulate me. Overall, I would say that I write my music by both transporting to a different state of mind and by gathering inspiration in my natural state. Some days I can sit down and write a song by tapping into memory or emotion. Other days, I’ll be driving and random lyrics will float in my head. Tapping into such a vulnerable storyline that pertains to your life, what are you hoping that your audience takes away from the messaging in “you got it?" I hope that anyone who has been told that they should change who they are for the benefit of someone else realizes that someone who asks is not worth any time or energy. It’s toxic and manipulative to try and control another person. This song is about empowerment. I hope that people listen to this song and feel strong and inspired to be themselves. I hope that people listen to this song and feel motivated to rethink the toxicity in their lives and leave the negativity behind. It can be hard and sometimes I need to take my own advice. Overall, I hope people who listen to "you got it" can relate to the story in one way or another. Or just dance to it. That's cool too. What has been the proudest moment of your artistic career this far? Honestly just that people listen to my music. A little over a year and a half ago, I never thought my music would leave my bedroom. So, the fact that people from all over the world have heard my songs is incredible to me. I still can’t believe it. Instagram Facebook

The Los Angeles-based four-piece rock band Driven Out expands on the inspiration, creation, and release of their sweltering introductory track, "Change," from their debut 13-track album, 'Inspired by You.' The likes of vocalist Christian Higgins-Hernandez, guitarist Ryan Alzina, bassist Jay Lantz, and drummer Jonathan Ricketts are indeed proving themselves as a staple independent rock band in our evolving music industry. Especially with the release of their thorough and conceptual debut album, 'Inspired by You,' which shook our speakers to the core. When asked about the inspiration for the introductory track, "Change," in a recent interview, Driven Out mentioned that the song was inspired by Christian's personal experience facing internal adversity head-on. "Looking in the mirror is something we all get a little intimidated by, but that deep inward reflection is where we dig up and find out who we really are," says Driven Out. Elaborating on the entire album, 'Inspired by You,' the record is said to track the journey of a character's experience, attempting to change the course of their life while seeking a purpose or light in the dark tunnels of their mind. If there was one thing that Driven Out wanted their audience to take away from "Change" and the entire album, 'Inspired by You,' it's to face your adversity head-on, believe in yourself, and spark that fire within to shine as bright as you can. Find Driven Out's song, "Change," and their debut album, 'Inspired by You' on all digital streaming platforms. Instagram Facebook

The Alberta-hailing 5-piece punk-rock band Waterfront releases an incredibly emotional and highly relatable single entitled "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore." The Canadian group fled Alberta and traveled out west to Vancouver for a full-fledged transformation with help from their collaboration with The Renaissance Music. Comprised of Dan Sequeira on vocals, Ryan Ross and Devin Taylor on guitars, Tanner Cyr on bass, and Graham Jantz on drums, Waterfront is more than excited to bring their honest lyricism and high-energy performances back to their community. Gearing our focus towards their recent emotional single, "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore," Waterfront offers an incredibly relatable lyrical theme, which can be sung along with through their recent dreamy black and white lyric video. Hitting play on the single, "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore," the song gently opens with Ryan Ross and Devin Taylor's softly layered guitars that set the soothing and haunting tone of this emotional piece. As vocalist Dan Sequeira makes his delicate vocal appearance, he begins letting listeners into the fragile state of a tumultuous relationship's unfortunate ending. As we reach the hook, Tanner Cyr's tender bassline and Graham Jantz's down-tempo drum breaks enter the song and bring us into an emotional state of being. Regarding the song's incredibly melodic hook, we can't help but hear vast similarities to the melody within Miley Cyrus' 2010 hit, "When I Look At You." Around the bridge, Waterfront offers a deeply cinematic listening experience through their punchy instrumentation that emphasizes the delicate emotions of said situation. Ending the track with vast heart and emotion, we're more than pleased with the song's entire listening experience. Don't miss out on the relatable listening experience of Waterfront's latest single, "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore," available on all digital streaming platforms. Hello Waterfront and welcome to BuzzMusic. We're truly enamored by the heart and emotion you've placed into your single, "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore." What inspired the saddening lyrical theme within this piece? Our song I Don’t Want to Do This Is Anymore is about choosing to get back up even when you fall. That’s never an easy thing to do. On the other hand, it’s easy to quit and say, “I don’t want to do this anymore”. Things like family turmoil, toxic relationships, and just life overall can be challenging enough, and we can all get stuck from time to time for many complex reasons. We hope that by highlighting that this is a natural experience, many people can connect with our song’s message. We want to inspire others to always keep going no matter what. Could you break down how your group divided the song's instrumental arrangements and creative process for "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore?" The song itself was written on acoustic guitar. Every other instrument followed its lead. The orchestral side of this ballad took shape in the hands of our great producers Garrett Ward and Dan Botch of The Renaissance music in Vancouver, Canada. Getting to the finish line was a joy once we locked in the direction for this song! Who wrote the delicate lyricism for "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore?" Was it challenging to open up and let your audience into such personal emotions? Our frontman, Dan Sequeira, was the lead writer and lyricist for I Don’t Want to Do This Anymore. We fell in love with the idea of pursuing an intimate ballad such as this one for our coming project. We had no idea that the outcome would be as impactful as it became for our group and we’re proud to finally share it. Who created and edited your atmospheric black and white lyric video for "I Don't Want to Do This Anymore?" How do the landscape shots within the lyric video emphasize the song's lyrical theme? Our lyric video for this song was conceptualized by Graham Jantz and Tanner Cyr of our group and completely edited by Graham, much like all our recent release content. Our choice of city and urban landscape imagery is because of an over-arching goal we have with our forthcoming EP, New Heights. We wanted to have every song in this project reflect a desire for evolution and growth. Such as buildings being built into the sky reflecting the heights we would like to aim for as a group. With the song New Heights, you’re looking up at these heights but with I Don’t Want to Do This Anymore rather, we’re pulling away from the ground, retreating from adversity. What's next for you? Our full EP release is next. New Heights the EP will be releasing towards the very end of Summer. We have one more song to release from this project with that release. We’re pursuing chances to get back out and playing shows. We used the pandemic as an opportunity to develop the group and music we have now. We’re extremely eager to share that with our friends, family, and audience. Beyond that, we’re preparing for the next year of Waterfront which we’ll soon be sharing much more information on. We’ll enjoy the time between now and then and look forward to a brighter year ahead for everyone! Instagram Facebook

Tanya George is the vocal-looper responsible for the 2020 Covid anthem ‘Normality,’ which charted at number one on multiple Triple J Unearthed Charts, and now she’s back with her most Pop-tastic tune yet. Embracing the feeling of acceptance and understanding in the themes of not being able to do everything right all the time, her latest bop “Can’t Do Anything Right,” ventures into the socially systemic hypocrisy hidden behind double standards between females and their male counterparts. Her brilliant vocalization immediately seeps through the speakers in a way that has us grasping into her artistic talents in the realm of a capella. With a foundation of kick drums setting the rhythm, each harmony that she spills from the canvas of her being radiates the sonic waves in a genuine offering of her truth. As we delve into a narrative that allows Tanya George to openly address her frustrations of not being able to live up to anyone’s expectations, we feel a sense of familiarity that comes with the price of being a woman. Not only a striking vocalist, but the manner that she approaches her songwriting has us filled with an intriguing sense of anticipation. It’s no wonder that Tanya George reigns in her audience with her signature style, and refreshing energy as the help from Michael Cooper on the mixing and mastering spectrum allows this song to ricochet through a dazzling foundation of excellence. “Can’t Do Anything Right,” brings the maturity and comprehension factor of Tanya George up a notch, as we appreciate her skillset on an even further level. Hello Tanya George, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the powerfully performed single, "Can't Do Anything Right." With a topic so real to the world around us, was there a particular moment or story that inspired you to bring this subject matter to your music? YES, absolutely! You know those days where everything just goes wrong no matter how hard you try. I was having a week like that! I was working my behind off and it felt like everyone was at me and no matter how hard I tried I just couldn't do anything right. I received this really stressful email so I just started singing it. My partner and I also say that line as a joke together. Approaching your music with a unique style that is custom to you, how long did it take for you to create and record this song? I vocal looped it, did some pretty harmonies, beatboxed a beat and a heavy simple bass line then I just started singing how I felt; “I can’t do anything right, trying my best, help me if I look left or I need my rest”. That came out in about 5 minutes. Then I added some instruments to thicken it up this time. I wrote the song at home in my room, on my looper after receiving an email I was frustrated at in about April and recorded it in May. Could you please share a glimpse into what it was like working with Michael Cooper to bring life to the vision you had for "Can't Do Anything Right?" We are best friends. Michael Cooper is my absolute favorite person. We are both Gemini star signs, so sometimes it feels like we are musically and creatively made for each other. He is amazing at listening to me as I usually have an entire song finished, full of ideas then we record it all and he adds his magic touch on the top of my songs. I love it. I am very grateful to have such a wonderful, special positive person in my life. It's been extremely enjoyable. Any words of advice for the women of the world that deal with these realities on a day-to-day basis? It's a tough one, it will always be tough until we find the balance between genders in this world but you just gotta keep soldiering on like the divine incredible unique woman you are. Just remember it's okay to have boundaries and it's important to speak up. Don't let anyone take away your power. What's your favorite release of this year, from an independent artist you admire? I would have to say "Akosia - Iso", the queen just released this song. She's strong, beautiful, and talented! I admire her very much. Instagram Facebook