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A rising, Los Angeles-bred Hip-hop/Rap artist hunnaRIP is quickly making an impact upon the culture. Creating his own flair, hunnaRIP is a musician who is not afraid to approach growth hands-on. Influenced by life experiences, he radiates an aura of value that transcends audiences worldwide. Through his strong melodies and message-heavy lyricism, the talented songwriter paints a blank canvas that radiates raw emotion over explosive instrumentation. His latest single “Playbook,” falls right into the scheme of hunnaRIP’s charismatically weaved soundscapes. He manages to put his best foot forward as he stomps upon the mainstream, new-wave generation of Hip-hop that is sweeping the airwaves. Providing us with a hunger in his vocalization, we drift through the impeccably timed bars that are a direct reflection of the lyrical dexterity hunnaRIP carries forth with him through his repertoire of bolstering tracks. “Playbook,” hones in on the clever execution that he has in place, as it continuously leaves us in a state of awestruck with each witty quip he leaves on the table. With a lyricism that is equally playful as it is braggadocious in the unmatched swagger hunnaRIP portrays, the consistency of the confidence that surges through the speakers is something that we all want to get our hands-on. Pairing his brightly illuminated persona with an instrumentation that emphasizes the intents of “Playbook,” we feast upon the various textures that surface with his punchy cadences, and inimitable rhyme schemes. Inflicting an empowering sense of liberation into his listeners worldwide, hunnaRIP has us eager to learn the words of “Playbook,” as we rap it back to him on full blast. Congratulations on the release of your latest track, “Playbook.” We love your performance throughout this whole song! What inspired the lyrical content that you can be heard rapping about? Thank you, appreciate you guys! I’m glad you liked it. My inspiration behind the lyrics comes from multiple real-life experiences combined into one song. Long story short, I’ve drawn up a new playbook & I’m recruiting new playmates. In your own words, what does “Playbook” mean to you? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from it? “Playbook” has a double meaning. For one, it’s a strategy I have outlined which will help me get things done in a more efficient way to advance my career. But in this song, it more so refers to a new potential mate who has problem-solving-like qualities. Someone who can assist me with executing the plays I have drawn out. So for those listening for a message, there is plenty to take away from it. Create a playbook, meet top-tier friends who share similar interests, and stick to the script . . or should I say play. With such a unique sound that stands out from the music that we hear today, what musical and non-musical inspirations do you take into your creative process? That’s a great question. Musically, I crack open the MacBook & open my DJ software. I have to listen to some of my favorite songs with a slowed tempo. I listen for the melody of the artist’s vocals & the key he/she sings in. Then I blend it in with other beats. It helps me slow my thought process to where I can create without feeling overwhelmed. I also listen to songs I grew up on and see what the lyrics mean to me nowadays. Sometimes I can relate to them, which leads to me taking that message and modernizing it for the new-gen. From a non-musical stance, I read a lot of good books which transform my ideas into scenarios that are likely to occur. Movies also but not as much. What is the main message you hope to send across to your fan base? Everyone loves a good massage. So, my aim was to get my fan base to understand that there’s nothing like a good significant other. Someone who sweeps you off your feet. Take your time though. Map it out. It’s a playbook full of Xs and Os. If it doesn’t work out, dust yourself off and try again. What can fans anticipate to hear next from you? I’m actually in the works of shooting a new video for a new single coming out just in time for summer. We want to have fun too! We don’t just want to limit ourselves to “wining & dining”. It’s a whole world out there. Instagram Twitter

Congratulations on your latest release, “Lost Myself.” We got a chance to take in the buoyant spirit of the song that shows life after losing yourself. Was this song shaped through a particular moment in your life? Hi! Thank you so much, it’s such an honor to get to know you. This song was definitely shaped by several moments of my life, specifically my romantic life. I think it all started back in 2014 when I met my first love. I had just started college and we had that whirlwind romance that just consumes you, he became an idol that I could not live without and it brought out my worst traits (jealousy, insecure attachment, self-doubt, etc.) With all that being said it became the reason for the failure of our relationship. Fast forward to 2019, I met the literal love of my life who I have the pleasure of being with still to this day, but I started to see a simile trend that triggered past, unsealed trauma. It was a big self-realization moment, causing me to take a big step back and reflect on the possible outcome of our love if I continued down this path. I poured all of this into my song, “Lost Myself,” and shared it immediately with my boyfriend. I was brought to tears singing it for him and it became a heartfelt moment for both of us, it’s actually his favorite song of mine! I just want my listeners to know that these feelings and emotions are natural but we don’t need to lose who we are in loving someone. When it’s the right person, they will love you for everything that you already are, they will want to build a life with you as your equal, they won’t make you feel the need to be insecure; they will give you every ounce of reassurance to combat those feelings of jealousy, self-doubt, anxiety. When it comes to the upbeat sounds heard in the instrumentation, you pair heartfelt words that come across as vulnerable and intimate. We love the striking contrast! Do you always take this approach to your songwriting or is your approach determined on a song-to-song basis? Thank you so much for recognizing that! I feel that love songs or songs that are vulnerable don’t always need to be mopey or sad. Even though that really seems to be trending in the music world, I mean Olivia Rodrigo is killing it - she’s even made me feel like I’m going through a breakup when my relationship is thriving! For me though, I think it’s a song-to-song basis, when it comes to the instrumentation it has a way of speaking to me and bringing about the lyrics. Very rarely do I write lyrics before a demo track is produced, in some instances I do, right now I’m actually working on a very personal song that doesn’t have a melodic tune yet because the lyrics just came to me. I can’t wait to add instruments to the lyrics because I know it’ll only amplify the emotions that came from these lyrics. Do you find that being an artist from Florida shapes your sound? What can you tell us about how you fit into Florida’s Country-Pop scene? Being from Florida, specifically, Saint Cloud has definitely shaped my sound. I don’t think that I fit into the mainstream Country-Pop scene, I’m from a small town (well, it used to be a really small town) and I think that plays a huge role in my sound, blending a western feel with a sort of gypsy soul with a touch of sweet southern comfort has all come from living in this State. I’ve lived in Orlando, Kissimmee, St. Cloud, and even as south as Miami; I’m not from just one part of Florida and I think that’s what separates me from the genre of “Country” and “Country-Pop.” One of the greatest compliments I continue to receive is, “I don’t even like Country but I love your music!” With “Lost Myself,” being the second track off of your upcoming EP, would you say that this is a reflection of what listeners can expect to hear on the project? I think that listeners should expect to hear music they can relate to, with a range of heartbreak, revenge, forever love, and real-life! There’s not just one specific theme to the songs I’ll be releasing, they are all vulnerable but they’re also just so different. What significance does this forthcoming EP hold to you? How do you compare it to the other songs heard throughout your musical catalog? This EP is my first ever and it’s been nothing short of magical. Its significance to me is everything, it’s my whole world right now. I’ve spent the last year on this project, I feel as though I have emotionally birthed this music from my soul! As graphic as that may sound, it’s my baby and I just want people to feel completely moved after listening to it. All that I can ask for and dream of is that people want to hear more after it’s been released, that they choose to get to know me as an artist and follow my career. Every single person that has shown their support means everything to me! Instagram Facebook

Jason Potter is known for his music and talents as a prolific painter and writer; whose book, ‘Natural Blood’, draws from multi-faceted mysticism, and is currently in the works. Following Jason Potter’s debut album released earlier this year, his fan base can now take in the newly released body of work, “The Marriage of Celestial Things,” which follows in succession with the unforgettable experience it creates. Taking our attention to the Neo-Soul quintessence of his artistic styling, Jason Potter provides a delicate, yet prevailing soundscape in which you get lost. The title track, “The Marriage of Celestial Things,” portrays a multi-dimensional realm that is pieced together by gleaming notes and the spatial use of tension-building effects in the instrumentation. This record remains an instrumental delicacy that leaves you swimming in the widespread resonance, filled to the brim atmospheric intensity. We admire the panoramic essence that propels through our speakers and consumes every inch of our being with the conveyance of mind-altering expressions. Shifting our perspective through a kaleidoscope lens of introspective thoughts, this composition is a piece that I better felt than heard. You transition through the peaks and valleys of the harmonious escapades unraveling before you, as each instrument heard amalgamates to form the grander scheme of the mystically charged environment we have entered. Jason Potter takes us by the hand and leads us into his reflective findings in a graceful manner that has us eager to willingly explore “The Marriage of Celestial Things” on our own terms. Showcasing a remarkable balance of dark hues, to contrasting illuminated elements, each sound comes together for a purpose greater than ourselves. Artist Website Twitter

Hailing from Santa Cruz, CA, Amplified is an emcee and singer-songwriter with a fusion of conscious lyrics and modern styles. He weaves through the fabrics of classic and fresh in order to form a unique genre-bending sound consisting of Hip-Hop bars, and R&B flavored melodies that all come together over a diverse range of polished characterized vocals. Amplified is eclectic, to say the least. His performances engage music lovers by creating a true thrill for those who appreciate his raw energy. Quickly rising to stardom with his consistent releases throughout 2020 and 2021, Amplified continues to garner attention worldwide as an opening act on tour for the reggae-rock juggernauts, The Expendables. It just wouldn’t be an Amplified track unless he brought forth the type of passion that some can only dream of. His latest single and music video for “Vibrant,” is no exception in the way it delivers a thorough representation of everything fans love about Amplified. Navigating us through buttery vocals that sway in between lush timbres, and textured rapping, Amplified takes advantage of Mother Earth around us as the visual component shows him embracing the beautiful features that our world has to offer. Our favorite moment in “Vibrant,” has to be when Amplified can be seen taking strides in a spacious field, pondering life’s thoughts and taking in the view around him. With topical views that show long, winding roads, and a vast array of close-up and distant scenes, the filmic approach has us lost in the brilliance of the great outdoors. You can almost feel the wind in his hair touch down and impact you with its delicate yet prevailing touch. With a vivacious color scheme playing upon nature’s blues, greens, and more neutral tones, there’s a liberating essence that seeps from the sonic elements, as we take it all in visually. Brace yourselves for that elusive feeling of letting go, and being one with the music. The various scenes offered to us in the music video for “Vibrant,” leave us wanting more from you! Great job on the visuals. What inspired you to pair this song with an outdoor music video? This song is about taking time for one's self to reflect and then coming back to the drawing board with everything you've gained. When I take time to reflect and just live the life I go into nature and it's so easy to get out like that when you grow up in a place like Santa Cruz, CA. With this visual, I also wanted to showcase Highway 1 and my hometown Santa Cruz, CA, to give context around the environments that have shaped my frame of mind. When you grow up with redwood trees and the ocean in your backyard, it puts life into perspective. What was it like working with Ronnie Patania in order to execute your vision? Are there any memorable moments on set that you’d like to share with your audience? Ronnie's my guy. I've known him for ten years now and he's seen the earliest of my art transform into what it is now and where it can go. He's someone I trust and who has been pushing my visuals to the next level every time we work together. Memorable moments are waking up at 5 AM to get out there early to film, and watching the sunset on the Pacific Ocean off Highway 1 after shooting our final scene. What do the lyrics in “Vibrant,” reflect? What are you hoping your audience takes away from this track? I wrote this track during quarantine last year at a time where no one had a choice but to evaluate their lives and face themselves without of structure of ordinary life to hide behind. The lyrics in this song reflect on the pursuit of my goals and slowing down to take a look at what's really going on in my life. I hope my thoughts and reflections help others to look at their own and decide thru honesty where they want to be in life. How has your headspace altered from the creation process, to now that this song is out? When I release music a part of me is at peace and I sort of move on from the emotional ties and let it be for other people to take on and interpret. What's next for you? A ton of collaborations, more singles, and eventually a new project late this year. Instagram Facebook

Bringing us the darkness that roams the interior and exterior of our everyday lives, the progressive metal band Sunset Junkies leave us in a trance with their hard-hitting anthem, "Pentagram." Currently gearing up to release their sophomore studio album, 'Darkness Visible,' in August 2021, Sunset Junkies are wildly excited to drop the album while wrangling in fans of Tool, Opeth, and Devin Townsend. Through the rich choral arrangements of vocalists Ellie Jane and Byron Short, Sunset Junkies are sure to be a household name sooner than later. Prepping us for their forthcoming album with help from the heated and sweltering single, "Pentagram," Sunset Junkies offer a more progressive and melodic approach to metal through their dense harmonies, blistering instrumentals, and irresistible riffs. We're incredibly eager to introduce this track to listeners, as it's not one to forget. Listening to "Pentagram," the track opens like a severe storm with a blistering rhythm guitar riff, heavy drum breaks, and a powerful vocal roar. As Ellie Jane and Byron Short begin vocalizing an intense and dark story, we're entirely swooned by their dense vocal arrangements that pierce our speakers like a jagged-edged knife. Moving towards the hook, Sunset Junkies offer a powerful and chilling vocal performance as they drench us in their anthemic stylings that touch on the call of darkness. As they continue mustering all the energy and grit to blast us towards the outro, Sunset Junkies leave us with a bounty of soul, courage, and power with help from their dynamic instrumentals, exciting lyricism, and stimulating sonic approach. Prepare your ears for Sunset Junkies' forthcoming album, 'Darkness Visible,' with help from their latest powerhouse single, "Pentagram," available on all digital streaming platforms. We're truly feeling the heat and fire of your latest single, "Pentagram." What inspired the creation of this robust and powerhouse single? So many things. I wanted this album to be darker and heavier than the last record (Cosmos, 2019) and ‘Pentagram’ was one of the first tracks written in that vein. It’s a declaration of artistic intent and a deep philosophical exploration of what it means to be free, to cast aside society’s constrictive expectations, and embrace your true essence, dark as it may be. Who handled the conceptual and dark lyric writing for your single, "Pentagram"? Do you often share the songwriting process between your members, or is it more of a solo venture? That’d be me. The process for the writing in Sunset Junkies has been pretty consistent over the first two records. I write the songs and present well fleshed out demos to the band, who learn the parts and add their own flavor to the performance. Then Ellie and I go nuts on the vocal recording. Speaking of the members within your group, could you introduce us to everyone in your band and how you tackled the overall creative process for "Pentagram?" What sort of feel and vibe were you aiming for? Byron Short - Vocals/Guitar/Keys Ellie Jane - Vocals Stefan Fuller - Bass Daniel Trickett - Drums As writer and producer, I was definitely going for a darker and heavier vibe than our previous release. I also wrote the songs with Ellie in mind, making sure that the vocal interplay between us was a focal point of the recordings. Dan and Stef laid down the perfect rhythmic foundation for Ellie and me to do our thing. Although I’m the sole writer, getting the recordings to match the music in my mind is very much a team effort. Stef is an invaluable studio hand too. Should listeners anticipate a similar sound and style as "Pentagram" within your forthcoming album, 'Darkness Visible?' Or will you be exploring a different path with this project? I wanted ‘Pentagram’ to be the first taste of Darkness Visible as it’s perfectly indicative of our development since Cosmos and it lets fans know what they’re signing up for if they choose to follow us further down the rabbit hole. What's next for Sunset Junkies? We’ve got a busy release schedule over the next few months. We want as many people to hear this new album as providence and hard work will allow. We’d love to play more shows now that things are opening up. We wanna do Europe and the US. I’ve also started writing the next album so this is just the beginning Instagram Facebook

Clay Newsom is an American pop singer-songwriter and producer with honest lyrics and passionate productions. Originally from Walker, Louisiana, Clay has spent his early 20s diving deep into the unexplored territory of his sound. The 26-year-old musician says, ‘I’ve always loved writing and producing music, but recently I feel like I’ve had a breakthrough with my own sound and how I’d like to express myself as an artist.’ While attending Berklee College of Music, he had the opportunity to grow as a creative, and more importantly explore his artistry on a different level. The infectious energy that Clay Newsom puts into his most recent single “Innocent Crime,” shakes the very ground you stand on. There is a vivacious passion that lingers in the buttery vocal performance that cascades through upbeat vibrations. Enhancing the funk-fueled radiance that shoots glimmers of rhythm through your sound waves, you can’t help but submit yourself to the music pumping through your speakers. There’s an overflowing hunger that springs from the textures that imprint themselves into your mind. With the simplistic essence making it effortless to sway through the lively waves of charisma, you’re able to fixate upon the compelling arrangements in a focused manner. Clay Newsom has a way with words, and the ability to make you want to sing along to each note he irrefutably drives home. Lyrical motifs like, ‘You’re my innocent crime. The love in my reflection. The light that don’t shine,’ have you swooning over the empowering grasp Clay Newsom has over you, and you find yourself continuing to come back for more. This up-and-coming artist has a knack for delivering what his audience needs, and leaving them fully satisfied, yet searching for more. Delve into the buoyant soundscape of “Innocent Crimes,” and get ready to add it to your favorite playlist. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Clay Newsom, and congratulations on the release of “Innocent Crime.” This track has us on the hook with its mesmerizing and playful tenors. What was your main source of inspiration for this song? Honestly, I just wanted to write something different than the music that I was writing and producing at the time. I felt that my music was lacking a degree of juxtaposing so I literally wrote down every lyrical example of juxtaposition that I could think of and managed to turn it into a “love song” or something like that. In your own words, what does “Innocent Crime,” mean to you? What are you hoping that your listeners take away from it? For me, “Innocent Crime” is that love in your life that your parents warned you about. The one that you probably should’ve let go of, but for some reason you just can’t. You’d rather throw it all away than live without them. The song is basically about the ups and downs surrounding that type of love. What are some musical and non-musical inspirations that you allow to inspire your creative process? I’m mostly inspired by artists that are highly involved in the production and creative direction of their music. Artists like Jon Bellion, Lauv, and Charlie Puth come to mind when thinking about some of my bigger influences. When writing and producing my music, I always imagine what the music video would possibly look like and the visual storylines in my head help me either finish the lyrics or make the melodies more fitting. As an artist, there’s always a message that’s delivered by each individual's craft. What is the message that you send out to your audience? I would have to say to just stop overthinking it! That thing that you’re passionate about - Go pursue it and stop wasting time thinking about all of the things that could possibly go wrong. Just wake up every day and make an effort! At the end of the day, your sense of purpose and happiness is the most important, and don’t let anybody tell you that it’s not. What's next for you? I have a lot of things in the works right now. I’m releasing a single every month for the rest of the year, and in November I’m dropping an EP titled ELEVEN22 in memory of my dad. Other than that, I just recently started a new series on my YouTube channel called “The Low Light Sessions”, and every Thursday I post a cover or original song. Instagram Facebook

Take Broadway uptown, and then continue north where the rooftops turn to treetops, and there you will find the sounds of composer and songwriter Anthony Gach. Mixing his love of big city funk with the singer-songwriter melodies of upstate New York, it wasn’t until after being a freelance vocalist and player on multiple instruments including trumpet, guitar, and bass that Anthony Gach stepped into the role as bandleader, forming an eleven piece horn fronted band he named Harmonic Aggression in 2014. Attacking all directions of the musical spectrum, the album ‘Ignite & Elevate’ was born. Although Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression focuses on funk, soul, and R&B, Anthony Gach explored the depths of ballad writing and didn’t shy away from his acoustic side. Shining a light on the eighth song found on the tracklist, we come to “Live It Up.” Carrying an old-school Hip-hop feel to the overall composition, we admire the complexity that shines through the crisp and golden horn notes as we rhythmically sink into the cutting-edge approach showcased. With an abundance of sounds pouring through your speakers, you’re still able to grasp onto the passion heard through each harmonized note conveyed. Anthony Gach presents his vocal tenors in a way that radiates confidence and charisma. As he delves into the soothing execution of his emcee-like verses, we feel the drive of his soul overflow with musicality performed. Everything coincides so extremely well together. We capture prevalent energy that you don’t quite reach these days with the abundance of electronic soundscapes taking over the analog world. The recording of “Live It Up,” feels natural in the way it's performed as the authenticity of proper live-off-the-floor recording channels the nostalgic hues and love put into music. Be prepared to take in killer vocals, euphonious harmonies, a redefining guitar solo, and enough dynamism to shake the ground you walk. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression. What a beautiful experience it was listening to “Live It Up.” The concept was executed so well! What inspired the creation of this song? Firstly, thank you for your kind words. It makes me happy to share my music with new ears. “Live It Up” came to life in my desire to portray a lyrically uplifting tune on the album “Ignite & Elevate.” While not always so on every song, my lyrics tend to focus on the struggles of an artist. Very autobiographical, and the stories I tell don’t really have a conclusion because not all of my goals have yet been accomplished. Musically, the bulk of my writing is in antithesis to this as it is upbeat funky and danceable. So I wanted to break the mold and showcase a more all-around uplifting song. This song is in its truest form a rap song, the only one on the album. After all the instruments were tracked I just thought it grooved so hard that I decided to see what a rapper might do over it. Over the years the band has changed shape from a very set lineup to me, the drummer Randy Hill and vocalist Catie Graves. Rounding out the rest of the band on the recordings and in a live setting could be any number of musicians we’ve encountered and trust. The best way to create chemistry with so many players is to throw a bunch of cover songs into the live set. When we met Wayne Patrik and invited him to play with us we were able to add a hip hop to our shows as he is as capable an MC as he is a keyboard player. It was unexpected when he started busting out the old school hits but we went with it and it became a part of our sound. I needed to incorporate that somehow on the record and Wayne penned and rhymed on the track while Catie sang the hook. How does “Live It Up,” compare to other songs heard on the album? Why does it stand out to you? Going back to the time we spent as a cover band to meet new players and establish chemistry, I didn’t want to fall into another bar band situation; although with our large horn section we were never just another bar band. The idea I had is that if we’re going to do covers; we’re going to do a themed night or tribute night to an individual artist. And for two years we covered a wide variety from Country to Madonna, Motown, Prince, 90’s R&B, and hip hop to our most popular Chicago Tribute show. The ability to successfully weave between genres is what inspired me to write this album in such variety. While the record lays mostly in funk and R&B, I dabble in Latin rock, folk, country, and blues; and of course with this track, rap. Could you please take us into what the creative and recording process was like when bringing this track to life? How long did it take to capture 11 different instruments in a single recording? As stated above, I had wanted to fit a rap sing somewhere on the album but the actual rap song I did write didn’t make it onto this album. I had a melody for the female singer to take throughout the whole song as I’ve said above, it’s not until I was able to hear everything together is when I scrapped the melody on the verses and decided to make this the rap tune. And that last-minute rewriting is very unusual for me. I wrote the bassline first and that groove set the pace of the rest of the song. I’m very fortunate to be able to play a bunch of instruments at an above-average level so once I have all my ideas organized into verses and choruses, bridges solo, etc, I’ll record all the parts on my home recording gear. I’ll record all the horn lines on the trumpet and sing the female parts in falsetto. Then I’ll notate all the parts out. I’ll send the recorded demo and the sheet music to all the players and by the time I schedule any time at a real studio, everybody knows how the song should go and what exactly to play. While the album does give the musicians to flex a little; the majority of everything you hear is pre-written. In some recording sessions, I get lucky and we all get in the studio at the same time but most of the time we track each rhythm instrument separately on different days. The horn section is always recorded all at the same time and “Live It Up” has a full horn section with alto sax, tenor sax, bari sax, trombone, and trumpet. Then, of course, the vocals are recorded last and separately. It seems more daunting than it is; as long as I do my job to prep everybody properly, everything always falls into place. What is the meaning behind the ‘Ignite & Elevate’ album? What are you hoping your audience takes away from it? Because our original EP and follow-up single concentrated more on solos and jams, I tended to discard any material that didn’t meet that jam/funk sound. I tried to sell my other songs to other artists with very little success and I incorporated some of them into my solo performances. I think this album really showcases my writing as we stay away from extended solos and weave in and out of different genres. The significance of the title Ignite and Elevate mirrors the painting of the Phoenix on the cover which reflects our new direction; concentrating on big arrangements and song structure. I never had a strong desire to be a performer but my passion has always been in writing and arranging. Of all the original bands I’ve been in since HS, I have always been the main songwriter. But I never wanted to be your typical acoustic singer-songwriter either; I always wanted big arrangements and never had a full horn section before the advent of this project. What's next for you? Firstly, I’d like to push the album to as many listeners as possible. I think this record has such a varying display of moods, instrumentation, and different vocalists which I believe fits perfectly into today’s playlist industry. The next album has already been written and we’ve begun tracking some of the new songs. While I do love performing with the band, my goal is to play fewer shows but at better clubs. I’d like to get out of the bar scene and in NYC and Westchester there’s no shortage of clubs that want original music. I think ultimately it would be in my personal interest to continue to record my songs whether we play live a lot or a little. I’d also like this album to serve as a resume of sorts to be able to promote myself as a songwriter and an arranger in hopes of finding work with other bands as well. I’d hope to pitch some of these songs to be considered for soundtrack syncs as well. Sent from my iPhone Instagram Facebook

The Seattle-based Filipino-American producer and singer-songwriter Chris Carroll release a cinematic alt-pop homage to David Bowie with his latest single and music video entitled "Bloodsugar." Through his staple sounds and visuals, it's incredibly easy to recognize the stylings of Chris Carroll, as his throwback lo-fi pop music merged with sample-heavy boom-bap instrumentals make for a truly unique listening experience. Throughout 2021, Chris Carroll has been releasing consistent singles and self-producing his music videos alongside partner Rachel Strodtbeck. Currently releasing his glittery and glistening music video for his latest single, "Bloodsugar," Chris Carroll leaves any viewer in a trance with his crooning vocals and psychedelic edits. Not to mention the sweet addition of his partner/vocalist Rachel Strodtbeck, the two offer a brilliant ode to confused love while allowing viewers to find heavily relatable aspects within the experience. As the music video for "Bloodsugar" opens as sweet as honey with a hazy electric guitar melody, the video later transitions into scenes of Chris Carroll's face drenched in glitter while slowly zooming out to show mirrored reflections of his gleaming profile. After transitioning into scenes of psychedelic mandalas grooving to the song's downtempo beat, we're later met with a diamond-studded, disco-ball-faced Chris Carroll serenading us with his soothing vocal portrayal. As Rachel Strodtbeck makes her ethereal appearance, the two artists later serenade each other with lyrics that touch on their desire to stay and work on the love they've formed. Through their brilliant vocal harmonies and vibrant edits, the music video truly brings us to our knees with each tender, passionate, and reflective aspect. Watch Chris Carroll's latest music video, "Bloodsugar," on YouTube, and discover more of his reflective and relatable pieces on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Chris Carroll. We're genuinely head over heels for the emotional and passionate atmosphere within your latest music video, "Bloodsugar." What inspired the creation of the single itself? The song was inspired by a relationship that looked like true love on the surface, but like coming down from sugar or a drug, the high never seemed to last. A love like that is hard to kick. Could you take us through your creative process when formulating the scenes for your music video, "Bloodsugar," with help from Rachel Strodtbeck? *My partner Rachel is a multifaceted artist and has played a huge part in helping me bring a visual element to my songs. She also sings the incredible harmonies on this track! We map the videos all out on a huge whiteboard, spitballing back and forth, then make frequent trips to the craft store, play dress up, then trial & error with our camera until we get the shots we think will work. I’ve learned to just trust the process, and it seems to work out. The blinged out disco ball head took us about 4 hours to place each diamond by hand, after putting on a bald cap and painting all of my head silver. DIY Magic! How does the music video for "Bloodsugar" amplify and complement the song's lyrical theme? What sort of themes did you want to convey within the music video? Our goal with this video was to take these psychedelic dreams and ground them in a familiar reality, all taking place within a kaleidoscope. Before you become attached to one character, every dream dissolves into another. I believe that we can never truly be seen by others the way we want to be seen. This seems to be the case with any failed relationships or unrequited love. Nor can we fully know ourselves without exploration, for that matter. This video gave me the opportunity to express those different sides of me that are dependent on the perception of another. It was important for us to create characters that embodied my feminine side, my flashy performer self, my love for the dream, and the quiet poet yearning to feel heard. We wanted to capture the highest highs of being in love, holding on tight while falling out of it. The actual kaleidoscope in the video was handmade by a dear friend of ours, Michael Shaw. Should we expect more music videos as you continue to release streams of singles in 2021? Are you currently working on any other videos that we should be aware of? Absolutely. We’ve been trying to create at least one music video per month, and have at least 7 more singles and an album in the works. I'd love to create a video for each of them. I just released a video for my single “True Lies” that is a lot less refined and stripped down, and we’ll be shooting our next one here soon for “Rose Colored Glasses”. I also have an animated video coming out for an older single “Ghost” with a dope up-and-coming illustrator named Chase Kelly, who I met through my friend & collaborator Messiah Jenkins, that I’m really excited to drop. Stay tuned to see me as a cartoon! What's your favorite release of 2021, from an independent artist you admire? My favorite releases of 2021 are undoubtedly La Fonda’s “New Self Old Ways” and Mustafa’s “When Smoke Rises”. Super inspiring. Instagram

Based out of Prescott, Arizona, the beautiful mountain music city, the soulful and folk-inspired band Ponderosa Grove are excited to announce the release of their debut 11-track album entitled 'The Debut.' Through the sweet vocals of Candace Devine and Drew Hall, Ponderosa Grove also announces their collaboration with Johan Glidden for their forthcoming record, 'The Debut.' With their unique combination of sounds, voices, and influences, Ponderosa Grove is eager to find new and loyal listeners who appreciate organic, soothing, and heartfelt folk-inspired music. Listeners can get a glimpse of Ponderosa Grove's debut album through their first released single and music video, "Waterline." If the album is anything like the lush, soulful, and refreshing single, "Waterline," then listeners are indeed in for a treat. With eleven thorough and beaming singles on their debut album, 'The Debut,' Ponderosa Grove is charging headfirst down their unique path while encouraging listeners to find a piece of themselves in the heartfelt project. Stay up to date with Ponderosa Grove on their website, 'www.ponderosagrove.com' for further announcements regarding their debut record, 'The Debut.' Instagram Facebook

Born in Louis Trichardt, a small town in South Africa, Index Dex is an artist who thrives on performance. He fell in love with Hip-hop at a tender age and can be heard today using popular themes like sexuality, family structure, and violence, Index Dex touches various overlapping and reoccurring subject matter, such as the relationships within popular culture and media. The most recent single release from Index Dex comes flooding through your sound waves in a charismatic manner. “Vans,” produces a buoyant realm of Hip-hop that touches on the roots of the genre, as it meshes with a new wave sound refreshingly showcased through the melodic hues received. Index Dex steps up to the microphone and the mesmerizing hook he performs leads his infectious swagger through the rhythmic bassline and enticing drum patterns etched into the tempo. You can’t help but be pulled into the composition of “Vans,” as Index Dex exudes his lyrical dexterity as he nimbly tiptoes around the verses heard. Ensuring the weight of each word conveyed leans into the punchy rhyme schemes, you feel a cool, calm, and collected vibrancy pour through his artistic flow as the slick cadences come to him as second nature. Paired with eye-catching visuals that navigate you deeper into the overall concept of this track, we admire the playful scenery that drapes over your screens with vibrant colors and memorable fashion choices. “Vans” is that record that gets you swaying to the beat without even noticing you’re doing so, and when you do realize it, you stay for the infectious grooves as they peak through a rhythmic soundscape. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Index Dex. We love the energy you bring to the speakers with “Vans.” What inspired this track's meaning? I believe the song wrote itself, it's an honest description of, how I wear my pair of vans on foot at a time, getting ready for work. Yes so work fuels money so I can pay for my music, living, food. So my pair of Vans literally drives me to my dreams because the only way to live your dream is to create it, and every day of me going to work in my pair of Vans was a reminder of what I am struggling for. Now along with the growing skateboard culture around me and seeing how Vans is easily available for anyone, it was a no brainer for me to feel comfortable writing a song about them, I mean I went back home to South Africa and I saw poor kids wearing a pair of Vans and in the same breath, my boss, the man that owned the restaurant I worked for was wearing the same pair of Vans and you wouldn't say he was trying to look poor, it's a sneaker brand that anyone can afford. I also remember this one time I got on the underground tube and there was a group of about 7 girls and they all had the same pair of Vans. It was very inspirational to see that beautiful connection they had. Could you please share a glimpse of what it was like on set filming the music video? With such an array of scenes, how long did it take you to film? When planning for the shoot we wanted, to bring a lot of fun into account, so the plan was to get fun-looking places, we were able to get my friend to do cameos and luckily got to shoot at a ball pit bar Ballieballason. Served the owner of Ballieballason (it's a bar that has ball pits) a gentleman by the name George. He allowed us to do some filming at his Shoreditch branch and that ultimately set the tone for us. My e.p title Kundalini Energy is ready and I'm dropping my first single James Brown Good on the 30th of June. When it comes down to the overall vision of “Vans,” did anyone assist you with the production or filming when you brought it to life? I do my own music video along with my partner. We do them under our company named Jus jam. The help we got was from friends and strangers that allowed us to use their venues. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from this song? What we hope to do is inspire people to be proud of whatever hustle they are trying to push. Be proud to be yourself. I think people are pressured into liking brands that don't serve them, just because some famous artists or reason that may not even have anything to do with their day-to-day life. What would you like new listeners to know about your music? I would like my new listener to know that I take my music spiritually, it's not just fun, it's bigger than that, I am growing and so does my music, my message. I don't water down the message, I believe that we either breathe life into each other or destroy each other, no in-between. Instagram Facebook