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Abby Carey is on the rise as an LA-based singer-songwriter and former Bostonian. Exploring her creative writing as she features anecdotes from her life and the lives of people around her, Abby Carey combines raw, honest storytelling and catchy Pop hooks into her original creations. Weaving us through the divine progressions of her debut single “Yours,” Abby Carey sets the bar high for herself with the way she immediately pulls us into her grasp. Providing a rich musical blanket for us to feel the warmth of her soul-infused energy, her raspy and soothing timbres grace the speakers in an eloquent manner. There is a prevailing foundation that is locked into the intimate offering, as Abby Carey gets vulnerable with the words she brilliantly croons. Depicting a narrative that has themes of heartache and fallen hopes, Abby Carey taps into a side of herself that radiantly speaks to us in a personal way. Fixating on the notions of the minimalistic instrumentation, we purely adore the simplistic nature of how it evolves through the length of the song, all while the focus still remains on the euphonious harmonies and atmospheric layers that get introduced to specific parts of this song as we seek out the intricately sculpted emphasis. “Yours,” is an honest and mature soundscape that unravels with profound gestures throughout the song’s duration. What we already love the most about Abby Carey as an artist and individual, is how she creates music for people to relate to firsthand, as she encourages them to get over the tough stuff weighing them down. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Abby Carey, and congratulations on the release of “Yours.” This debut speaks wonders on your character, and you now have us hooked! Was there a specific moment or story that inspired the creation of this song? Thank you so much for having me! I’m so excited you like the song. It was inspired by a few different people around me, I’m nosy like that. It’s a song about how hard it can be to walk away from someone you love, even when they’re disrespecting and mistreating you in 100 different ways. It's a hard thing to watch and we've all seen it happen. How did you know that “Yours,” would be your debut single? Were there any other songs in the running for this spot? I’ve considered releasing dozens of songs over the years but I was never ready to commit. This is the song I loved the most when the time came to release something. I always told myself my first song wouldn’t be about a breakup but here we are. Oops. Could you please highlight the individuals on your team that helped to bring this song to life? What was everyone’s role and how did they help to execute your vision? My producer, Matt Montour, found me online almost a year ago through a Mac Miller cover I did. He’s gone above and beyond to help make my vision come to life and this absolutely, 100%, would not have happened without him. My boyfriend, Stone, was a huge help. He added some electric guitars and a few little production elements to bring the song to life. Matt Burns tracked live drums and Andrew Marshall played bass. They did an incredible job. Lastly, I’ve got to give a shout-out to my cats, Rose and Robin. They’re the real MVPs. If you could achieve one specific thing as an artist, what would you want it to be? Obviously, I want to be as successful as I can be, see the numbers go up, play bigger and bigger venues, all of that. Everybody wants that. But man, if I could just be a full-time++ musician, I’ll be happy. I just want to write my songs and live my life. I’ve been singing since before I could talk, I’ve been writing since I was 11, and there is nothing else in the world I love this much. What's next for you? I’ve got a million and one song coming. I just got the mix back for my next single and I’m stoked. It’s a little weirder than this one and I had a lot of fun making it. I’ve explored a lot of different genres over the years and I plan to keep that up. On a personal note, I’m hoping to volunteer at a local animal shelter now that covid restrictions are letting up. Animals are something I’ve always been passionate about. My heroes are Bruce Springsteen and the Kitten Lady. Instagram Facebook

Ceeluxx. hails from North Long Beach, California, as an artist who is eager to display her talents in the realm of Hip-hop. With writing her first song in 9th grade, she has flourished in a way that has her now venturing on a solo career destined for success. We’ve come to realize that no matter how you're feeling, Ceeluxx. will be there to deliver a song to match your vibe. Ready to take the music industry by storm, we have the recently released “T.Y.S,” being brought into full force by Ceeluxx. herself. Indulging in a fusion that embodies old-school Hip-hop tenors in the instrumentation, her vocal delivery is very much in the pocket of the new wave realm heard across the radio. Picking up on the braggadocious essence of her unapologetic personality, Ceeluxx. ensures that listeners are kept on the hook with a punchy series of lyrics that drench her verses in swagger. A knack for wordplay by the charming use of metaphors and double entendres has us spiraling over the way she flexes her penmanship. As we hear the lyrics from her verses drift into a mesmerizing hook, we’re left wanting more of the emerging artists throughout this sonic voyage. Ceeluxx. packs energy and allure, as she radiates confidence “T.Y.S.” Bearing it all and leaving no crumbs as she eats up the beat, the entrancing effects of this musical creation have you shifting gears and attempting to get on the same level as Ceeluxx. As the first female rapper to be making a name for herself from Long Beach, California, she proves that what she has can’t be bought, and nobody can bring it quite as she does. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Ceeluxx.! Congratulations on the release of “T.Y.S.” You truly bring all the energy to this single! In your own words, what’s the meaning of this song to you? The meaning of this song is really just me finding my voice & finally getting the courage to express my thoughts and feelings. Letting any and everyone know that Ima be blunt and say it how it is, no more sugar coating. Who would you say is your typical fan? What are you hoping that your audience takes away from this music? I would say my typical fan is a woman that has a lot to say and tired of the bull. Through my music, I’m hoping it gives anyone and every one the guts to either realize that they deserve better, create a change in their situation, and/or even stand up for themselves. Could you please share a glimpse into what the creative process of “T.Y.S,” looked like? Whenever I’m writing, my creative process always differs. In this specific song “T.Y.S” I was honestly venting, due to a previous situation, I expressed myself in a song. I just wrote down my feelings which shifted into music. I get into the mindset of what I would say if I was in front of that person and the rest is history. You’re looking to make history, and we’re here for it! With everyone’s idea of success being different, what does this mean to you? My idea of success and making history is firstly becoming the first female artist/rapper from Long Beach, California. I want to be the voice for anyone that has been too shy to stand up for themselves or too intimidated to express how they feel. In my opinion, real success is making not only my dreams come true or financially but paving a way for other people also. Impacting other's lives by following my passion as well as setting up a future for my family. Instagram Twitter

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, the singer-songwriter Mia Taylor has developed an incredible and unique sound for herself. With a blend of Soca and R&B music, she has combined her Trini heritage with her Brooklyn vibe. From a young age, she has had a special kind of love for the arts, starting off her journey as a dancer. Her beloved grandfather, a popular steel pan player, poured his love for Soca music into her development, which influenced Mia to carry on her grandfather's legacy within her music. An island girl in the city, Mia Taylor has a sound like no other, making her the kind of artist that will change the sound of the music industry. Fresh off the release of her melodic EP, ‘Things I Never Said,’ Mia Taylor allows listeners to delve into a heartfelt expression of her lucid mindset. As we grasp onto the magnetic pull of the second song featured on the three-track project, we hear Mia Taylor approaching a pulsating beat that eases you into the soothing vibrations of her opulent vocal range. Upon first listen to “Frontin’,” you’re immediately reeled into the sonic expressions infiltrating your mind in a graceful manner. Tapping into the heartrending hues that Mia Taylor showcases magnificently, the style in which her buttery timbres caress the soulful instrumentation has us wrapped in a blanket of luscious effervescence. “Frontin’,” allows Mia Taylor to say her piece through songwriting techniques that focus on the importance of timing and spatial cues as each word is presented in a poignant tone, and allows the impact of the lyrical motifs to simmer with intention. Holding a flame to artists such as H.E.R and SZA, the exclusive use of her harmonics propels her into a category where the music that she creates could be easily heard in the scheme of mainstream soundscapes. With Mia Taylor at the helm of her authentic gestures, sharing a piece of herself with the world comes as second nature to the emerging artist. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Mia Taylor! Congratulations on the release of your EP ‘Things I Never Said.’ The track “Frontin’,” is such an easy listen with it being able to thrive in various environments. What was the inspiration behind the lyrics for this piece? Frontin’ is one of the first songs I recorded off the EP, and my favorite song honestly! It just came from a genuine place. You know, a girl being afraid to let her guard down and fall in love. The inspiration for this song stems from a previous situationship I was in. I didn’t feel comfortable enough to express my emotions so of course, I had to put it in a song. I tend to struggle with confrontation, so it’s always easier for me to write about it rather than speak face to face with the person. It’s funny though because the song is super conversational like I imagined myself sitting and speaking with this person. I think it just helped me figure out the things I wanted to say to the guy, but never really got a chance to. Sometimes we forget to value our feelings and we get stuck in a loop of putting others' feelings before our own. This song just means a lot to me because it’s relatable. People tend to just be in love with the idea of love and sometimes aren’t fully ready for the things a relationship brings, so they ‘front’. Could you please share a glimpse into the overall concept of the EP? Was the plan to always have these three songs grace the project or did you have to narrow it down? I actually started off with six songs. After listening to all of them, I realized that these three songs highlighted the story the most, which was: I want to be with this guy, but I don’t know how because I’ve never really done this before so I need him to tell me because the vibes he’s giving aren’t matching what I need for myself right now and I don’t want to front on him. I like him a lot, but I know in my heart that right now, I’m not ready and he can’t be patient with me the way I need him to be. Plus all three songs just flowed so nicely together, both musically and lyrically so in the end, it just made sense to have these three together. The vision for this project was to have it be a three-song series. Each individual song is viewed as having independent stories of its own. With the visual, I combined them all so people could see the vision of the storyline, while still giving each song its own character. How have you changed as an artist and individual from the time of creating ‘Things I Never Said,’ to this moment now that it has been released? I definitely feel like my music has matured a lot since this project came out. My view on love also changed. I am both a Caribbean and R&B artist, and I never want to stray too far away from either, so I’ve been working on finding a balance where I can release music that showcases both sides of me. This is the first R&B project I’ve put out and I feel like it’s definitely given me a chance to showcase a different side to me that my fans haven’t necessarily gotten to know yet. I feel very certain about my sound now, and can’t wait for people to hear what I have in store next! What are you hoping that your listeners take away from the overall essence of this body of work? That it’s ok to be transparent with the person you’re giving your time to. Love isn’t easy! And it’s a learning process for sure. You want to give yourself time to grow and learn yourself before you give that kind of energy to someone else. Because if you allow someone to drain you and make you feel insecure about your own needs and wants, you’ll lose yourself. Love should be a support system, not a trap. Say how you feel, when you feel it! What's your favorite release of 2021, from an independent artist you admire? Ouu! I have been totally obsessed with Cocoa Sarai! A dope independent artist from Brooklyn, NY! She just released a three-song project as well, named ‘Cacao I’. I love how honest it is and how savage she is when it comes to her music. To be honest, I do not have a fav! However, if I have to choose, it would be ‘Big Dummy’ haha. I think everyone should go check her out! Instagram Artist Website

No Frequency Collective is a group of producers and artists based in Tennessee. The collective pools their talents to create incredibly unique music and art with edge and character. Upon first listen to their latest single “Suffering From Greatness,” the golden horns bring us a nostalgic essence that is reminiscent of New Orleans Jazz. Quickly evolving into a new wave style of Hip-hop that brings familiar notes of XXXtentacion, we indulge in the lyrical talents of EmceeCoast, Evning, and Socrates. The power on this track is backed by the artistic finesse that each creative brings forth. The entrancing tenors have us fixated on the articulation and hunger that is presented as each artist takes a turn submerging us in witty metaphors, and fortified wordplay. They manage to all complement each other while standing their own ground and showcasing their capabilities on a level personal to them. These are the types of Hip-hop collaborations that we thrive on. No Frequency Collective has a thorough understanding of what it takes to stand out in a saturated industry and they have no problem putting their best foot forward. “Suffering From Greatness,” is the exact song that we would play with the windows rolled down as we fit the freeway and bask in a hearty dish of confidence. We can guarantee that as soon as you press play, you’ll want to keep “Suffering From Greatness,” on repeat and make it the soundtrack to your life. Listen to “Suffering From Greatness,” here. Welcome to BuzzMusic, No Frequency Collective. The latest single from you is a thorough representation of what you bring to the table. We love it! Could you please share a bit about each artist on the track so we can get to know them a bit more? Evning: What's good, I'm Evning. I'm a hip-hop head since birth from South Carolina looking to bring a fresh edge to the game. I produce and perform on a majority of our work and have a little catalog of my own building. I also sell services and production to indie artists. Token white boy on deck. EmceeCoast: Rapper, singer, songwriter, and "influencer" (apparently). I'm just here to put on a show. Cause a scene, be a spectacle, make a splash, all the hype cliches in one. It only matters if I inspire people to do the same though. I want everyone to feel free to be a character. You don't have to blend in. Stand out! Be original! Why not? Young Socrates: I'm a producer, songwriter, and engineer from Nigeria. After I went to school in the UK, I moved here to Tennessee and met the people that would be No Frequency. Evning and I have been working together for the last year slowly building a brand in the underground for us and our beat store, SpookyBeats. In your own words, what is the meaning behind this record? Where did you find the inspiration to create "Suffering From Greatness”? Evning: The song idea really came from an old tune I found crate-digging, and I couldn't stand to flip it. That's that jazzy horn sample you hear at the beginning and the vocal sample you hear in the beat. Young Socrates: For me, I was mostly mirroring their energy for my part. I believe the idea of the song was to make something that gives a listener a sense of self-confidence, something you can put on in the morning or at the gym to get the hype. EmceeCoast: I got inspiration from life. There are so many people, who're too good at what they do to go unrecognized. I refuse to be in that demographic. That being said, it's hard to continuously elevate your "game" without actual competitors. It's difficult to feel great and be seen for your greatness if no one's paying attention. Greatness is a burden unused. Is this the style of Hip-hop that listeners can expect to hear out of No Collective Frequency? EmceeCoast: I can happily say yes and no. We have SO much range. We all have a love and respect for hip-hop, it's a core part of why we're together. We're in the country music land of Nashville, so it wasn't hard to find each other. Just like rap as a genre though, we're diverse. Collectively we do all styles. Individually the diversity increases. "Monsters" is an EDM track that ItzWonderLust just dropped and Abstract D33 dropped "Call Me D33", a bedroom pop EP, earlier this year. We're only limited by our imaginations and budgets at this point. Young Socrates: We like to keep it interesting and stay as versatile as possible. Our styles all change as we learn more and get new inspirations. We wanna give you something unique every time you hear us. What is your mission statement as a collective? EmceeCoast: Encourage people to be themselves. As cliché as that may sound it's the only way to be truly happy. It's difficult as well because you're constantly being told what to do and what not to do. If not literally then indirectly. There's always a status quo to uphold/maintain. Don't. Just be the best you. What's next for you? Young Socrates: Our best album yet, "NFC Vol. 2" EmceeCoast: I'm dropping everything this year. An EP, an album, a bunch of videos, and moving to ATL where I plan on doing as many shows as possible once the world's fully open. Nothing will stop me. Evning: What they said, I got a 3 song EP dropping in June called "Why You So Turnt In The Gulag", then it's all hands on deck for Vol. 2. Catch us in Atlanta in fall 2021! Instagram Twitter

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Hip-Hop artist Untdld now resides in the City of Brotherly Love in Pennsylvania where his contagious musical personality is beginning to trend. The Philadelphia artist discovered his passion for Hip-Hop at a young age and found himself inspired by well-known artists such as Mos Def, The Roots, Gospel Music, and the Chicago-native Kanye West. In early 2016, Untdld made the life-changing decision to progress from a fan into a Hip-Hop artist himself. With dynamic energy levels that bounce effortlessly between each verse, Untdld offers a futuristic edge to old-school Hip-Hop vibes. Deriving his strength and confidence from God, Untdld aims to share the importance of personal relationships with God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost. He uses his platform to remind listeners of their many blessings and encourages self-reflection through his lyrics. With plans to release more music, videos, and an EP in the late summer, fans are keen to hear what else Untdld has to offer. Instagram Facebook

Coming at us from Sydney, Australia, Sam Hunter is a Hip-Hop, singer-songwriter who is looking to make a name for himself with his suave and debonaire style. With his charismatic personality, Sam Hunter has no trouble engaging his audience and creating lasting memories for his fans. The emcee showcases his versatility as he peppers flavors of seductive instrumentation, smooth synths, and thought-provoking lyrics into each song. When it comes to his songwriting process, Sam Hunter aims to take advantage of his growing platform by spreading inspirational messages to his fans. After spending a decade working behind a coffee machine in Australia, he became a support system and a source of motivation for his local community members. With his history in connecting with people on a deeper level, Sam Hunter highlights the habits of society within his songwriting, giving fans both something to relate to and work towards. In a recent interview with BuzzMusic regarding his mission statement as an artist, Sam Hunter stated “simply to entertain and make people smile, enjoy themselves. As an artist, I want to engage with humans all around the world, especially those who are struggling with their own problems or identity. I would like my music to help them remember that it's ok to be yourself and follow your dreams. Say no to things you don't enjoy!” Facebook Artist Website

As a singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Gabriella Zauna has many unique traits that allow her to stand out among other artists. As another tool in her belt, the young artist is also living with synesthesia, which gives her a perspective on music that cannot be compared to any other. Her experiences with synesthesia result in her senses being intertwined, meaning she associates each of her songs with its own color, number, texture, and shape. Gabriella Zauna has written her recent song “damn i love the rain” with hopes that the listener is able to understand her mind on a deeper level. In a recent interview with BuzzMusic, the artist shared that she hopes fans are “able to enter her head and experience it not as if they were her, but as if they were using her brain as a lens for them to relate their personal experiences to.” The up-and-coming artist has been working tirelessly to perfect her sound and make it the ideal representation of herself as she works on her new music. Fans can expect the release of an EP towards the end of the year, where they can further get to know Gabriella Zauna as an artist, and even as a person. Instagram

The Vancouver-based alternative artist and singer-songwriter Cenzina touches on reality vs. fantasy with her recent chilling single, "COLLIDE." Known for weaving her poetic lyrics with dreamy alternative-inspired soundscapes, Cenzina truly isn't an artist to forget. Through her soulful vocals merged with psychedelic and alt-pop influences, Cenzina is eager to take her hybrid genre to new levels and audiences. Highlighting her recent dreamy single, "COLLIDE," Cenzina touches on the racing mind and the creatures that haunt the depths of her thoughts. With help from a lush array of alternative sonics, from downtempo drums to celestial synths, Cenzina's single truly makes for a captivating listening experience. Opening "COLLIDE" are soft keyboard melodies and Cenzina's delicate vocals accompanied by a powerful and robust downtempo reverbed kick. As her vocals begin to layer with the utmost soul and harmony, Cenzina later elaborates on the song's lyrical message that touches on the creatures that roam the corners of her mind and come to life in her dreams. We can't help but feel chills and thrills throughout the entirety of this lyrically and sonically dense single, as the alternative production makes tidal waves through our speakers with its reflective and haunting undertones. As Cenzina makes her way to the outro, she ends the song off with relatable and self-deprecating lyrics like "believe the lies, you're not enough, your demise is just a bluff." Cenzina and her recent single, "COLLIDE," are bound to bring any listener into a deep state of reflection and introspection. Not to mention the song's fluid and vibrant soundscapes, "COLLIDE" is a track we'll be hitting repeat on all summer long. Find Cenzina's single, "COLLIDE," on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Cenzina. We deeply admire the lyrical density and sonic soundscapes of your recent single, "COLLIDE." What inspired your deep lyricism within this single? What did you want to get across to listeners? Thank you so much! Writing this song was a little like remote viewing my own anxieties and inner worlds; dancing with the monsters in and mysterious worlds inside my mind. My intent was to make light of a dark place, and take my listeners on a journey with me into that space, hoping they might feel seen there too. We all have insecurities and fears, ultimately we have a choice: to ride, make friends with our monsters or collide and feel like we are drowning. Did you work with any producers when crafting the intense and haunting sonics for "COLLIDE?" What was this process like? I did! It always feels a little bit magic pulling in sounds for a project. I brought this one to multi-talented artist and producer Teon Gibbs, who sat down with me and helped select the sonic bones of this song and record etheric vocals and harmonies. We then collaborated with my producers David Ziehr and Ben De Caiman for the mix. I have worked with David and Ben on quite a few singles now which is always a lot of fun. They really get me and my sound. Overall it was a cathartic, intuitive, and fun collaborative process bringing this single to life. How can your audience get to know you better through singles like "COLLIDE?" How do songs like these represent your artistic brand? Each of my singles is like a window into my muses, a mini time capsule of the occupants of my heart or mind. Collide feels especially intimate as it explores some of the darker, more liminal places I sometimes inhabit. A bit of a dream world. I hope my listeners can meet me in this vulnerability and know they aren’t alone. When creating "COLLIDE," did you look to any of your artistic influences when formulating the sound, feel, and lyrical atmosphere for this single? For this single, it actually wasn’t until after, when it became time to pitch the single and classify its genre that I sat down and thought about where it fits in the scope of my influences. I usually try not to contrive my songwriting during the initial writing stages; mostly melodies will just pop into my head and I honor them by writing them down on the spot. I knew I wanted this one to sound dreamy, dark, and moody. My team really helped me achieve that sound during our creative recording sessions. That said, Marina (formerly Marina and the Diamonds) pops out as a definite number one subconscious influence for this song. I admire how she blends pop and operatic sounds, in singles like Froot, with lyrics that deliver a powerful message. Lana Del Ray is another strong influence of mine, chasing moody vocals with melodic poetry. Instagram

Pennsylvania-based Pop singer-songwriter Dominick James has a unique way of cutting straight to the heart of his listeners’ emotions. Starting with piano at three years old, he developed a passion for songwriting from an early age. Being strongly influenced by the likes of Jon Bellion, Charlie Puth, and Lauv, this has helped craft Dominick James’ distinctive sound. His style and ability to craft hit records that are also relatable have helped him propel forward and sustain a brand identity that most Indies would rival. The most recent single from Dominick James has us swimming in a pool of poignant emotion. “bittersweet,” allows the reverberated timbres of his striking croons to burst from the production with texture and charisma. Kicking off with minimalistic instrumentation through the verses, we come to the repetitious hook that has us swaying to the mid-tempo rhythm in a way that locks the words, ‘it’s bittersweet, just let me be,’ into our minds. We admire the way that the instrumentation hones in on small adaptations as “bittersweet,” carries itself to the end. It provides a sense of dimension that has us gravitating towards the mesmerizing hues illuminating from the soundscape before us. The relatability factor is rather intensified as the nostalgia stirred up has us vividly imagining our own series of images to match the songs’ narrative. Dominick James has a masterful way of storytelling as his songwriting techniques flourish into the evolution of personal experience, backed with compelling melodies. Establishing a name for himself as a Pop sensation dominating the industry with the infectious grooves he provides listeners, Dominick James is a marvel in his creative genre. Be prepared to be swept off your feet as you take in the therapeutic framework of “bittersweet." Welcome to BuzzMusic, Dominick James, and congratulations on the release of “bittersweet.” This song pulled us into its embrace in a deep way. We loved the journey we were taken on! Is there a particular story behind what inspired the creation of this song? Hey guys! Thanks for having me again! So, it’s a funny story actually. I have a baseball hat that says “bittersweet” on it and that’s what originally inspired the song. From there I just started writing about that feeling you get when you know the relationship is over and you need to move on. It hurts at first but you know it’s what needs to be done to help you grow, and on the other side of it, you feel like a new person. When creating “bittersweet,” how would you say your mindset was then compared to this present moment? How have you evolved? I believe I evolve every day. I try to take my past experiences and learn from them to become a better person, let alone a better songwriter. Since writing bittersweet I’ve been taking a different approach lyrically so stay tuned! With each artist being different, what happens to be your ideal environment to create in? Were you able to create this track in a similar setting? My ideal environment is in my studio on a nice sunny day, with the windows open listening to the sounds of the day. I usually have a nice big cold brew next to me too. This song was written in that same setting actually, except I think I had two cold brews that day! What is your mission statement as an artist? How do you ensure that is projected through your brand and music? I would say my mission statement is definitely just to be genuine to who you are. I would hope that through my songs and lyrics listeners are able to connect to me and relate them back to their own experiences. Instagram Facebook

Charlotte born and Orlando raised, J. Levi is a multi-talented artist who features music with a cleverly crafted mélange of Pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop influences. Writing and performing his own music since 2011, J. Levi won a competition in 2015 to headline at Disney’s Night of Joy with artists such as Lecrae, Andy Mineo, and more with over 80k people in the park. Now, he hopes to show that early success was just the beginning and after working on his craft in obscurity, he’s ready to show the world that he’s next up as an artist on the rise. With three singles currently out in 2021, and eight more planned for the rest of the year, we come to J. Levi’s melismatic “Summer Never Lasts.” Allowing listeners to delve into high frequencies of the soul, mind, and spirit, J. Levi exudes a brilliant display of vocal techniques that he pairs with a laidback tempo. Honing in on the tantalizing hues, we get to embrace a unique arrangement of drum patterns, intentional guitar riffs, and a vibrant bassline perfectly etched into the composition. He has a flair for bringing life to the lyrics he carefully crafts, and we’ve been ready for this. “Summer Never Lasts,” has come at the perfect time to accompany those heat waves with an enthralling soundscape of passion. Radiantly approaching this artistic canvas in a way that has his audience fixated on the finer details that escort his sultry croons, J. Levi is a force to be reckoned with. A key to any great song is the emotion it evokes within yourself. With J. Levi at the helm of “Summer Never Lasts,” his lyrical motifs practically leap out from the speakers and bury themselves within our thoughts. As we place this track on loop, we know that summer may not last, but this song certainly holds longevity. Welcome to BuzzMusic, J. Levi, and congratulations on the release of “Summer Never Lasts.” You clearly allowed this release to line up with the timing of the seasons, and we think that’s brilliant! With this specific track, what does it mean to you as an artist and individual? Thanks so much for having me! Have been admiring you guys from afar for a while now and have always enjoyed the content y’all put out so definitely grateful to be interviewed by you guys! The timing was definitely intentional! This track has been ready for months now but wanted to release it right before Summer so it’s been collecting dust for a minute now. As far as what this track means to me artistically and personally I’d say there were two things I wanted to convey: that temporality is a fact of life and that truth can be celebrated as well as lamented. Celebrated because the bad seasons don’t last forever. Which, thank God for that. Lamented because the good won’t either. Which, no thanks God, for that. So, the track wrestles with those two things through the eyes of a young lover whose Summer romance didn’t last past the turning of the leaves. What sparked the inspiration behind “Summer Never Lasts?" How are you hoping your listeners perceive this track? Like all of my songs, this track was inspired by personal experience. For brevity’s sake, my wife and I first started “talking” at the end of high school and those first three months of “dating” really felt like it was straight from a movie, but we ended up breaking up right before Summer and it straight up felt like my world was ending. I really thought we would go the distance and we hadn’t. So, drawing on those feelings and experiences, I tried to imagine what it would’ve been like had we not gotten back together. This song was the result of that. As far as how I want people to perceive it, I honestly hope people perceive the song in whatever way they wish to perceive it. That’s one of the best things about music! People listen to the same song and yet experience them very differently. Maybe for someone, it dredges up old memories of love lost and summons some nostalgia or maybe it reminds someone that tomorrow’s not guaranteed so enjoy the season they're in and not take it, or the people in it, for granted. Either way, I’m cool with it! How does the sound of this record compare to your previously and soon-to-be-released tracks of 2021? I would say it’s pretty comparable to the other releases. The next song to come out - “Burning Like a Dream” - has a crazy Zedd type EDM drop in the chorus that is just straight fire that is a bit different from Summer Never Lasts. The next one after that - “Ghost” - is more straight-up R&B/Hip-Hop with no Pop influences at all and is a for-real bop! So hyped for both of those! With every artist being their own biggest critic, how do you know when a song is ready for release? I mean in one sense you really never know for sure. You just kind of trust your own instincts and then decide to put yourself out there and hope your instincts were right and if not, figure out why and improve. It definitely helps to have honest (not critical) people around you who are involved in music or even make music themselves and can give you feedback, either good or bad. What would you like new listeners to know about your music? Who I present to be musically is who I am in real life. Not writing or talking about things I haven’t experienced nor am I trying to be someone I’m not. My artist name J. Levi is my first name (Jesse) combined with my middle name, Levi. This is me. Hopefully, y’all vibe with me! Instagram