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Flowerless is a storyteller, with sharp double entendres, catchy flows, and expressive vocals. His sound aims to be lush and experimental while maintaining a tight punch. He’s written music with Paul Marc Rousseau of Silverstein and Brendon Padjasek of Northlane, both hugely influential on the young artist's development. Now 26, Flowerless is attempting to carve a path for himself in the music industry, writing and producing with the bustling community around Toronto. Making a move to elevate his creative flair in the next dimension, Flowerless presents his listeners with a two-part single entitled, “Tuesday,” and “& Sorry.” Lush guitar chords shape the reverberated hues in this chamber of elusive tenors that is solidified as “Tuesday.” Filling your speakers with utter anticipation, the narrative wraps around the progression of a phone call that was never made. Flowerless can be heard addressing his consciousness as his soothing timbres warm our souls and prepare us for the acceleration of anticipation, only to be brought down a peg by an unfulfilled moment that rattled his psyche. With both songs playing upon the themes of confidence, anxiety, loneliness, and paranoia, the latter “& Sorry,” conjures up an imaginative argument that perhaps would have taken place if the phone call was answered and didn’t go to voicemail in “Tuesday.” Completing the essence of the previously heard “Tuesday,” we transition into the conveyance of a vocalization filled with despair through textured distortion seeping into the sound waves. With the production being tackled by Kyle Marchant, the contrast between the music casts out a unique fusion of instrumentations that delicately layers within one another. Both songs meshing into one colossal expedition of pondering emotion showcases the lyrical depth that Flowerless compelling lures us in with. Saturating his prevailing croons with a heartfelt grip on reality, the games in his head are something that many of us endure in the highs and lows of various relationships. Coming to the final moments in the striking execution of this two-for-one extravaganza, the insincerity of the apology intended comes to light with hidden motives and Flowerless is here to sit in the chaos of thoughts created by it. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic, Flowerless. The concept behind the extended storyline being unraveled as one is genius! What inspired you to lace these emotions together versus exploring two separate musical routes? These songs were initially one logic file on my Mac. I had written both passages within a week of each other and opted to import all the files from one session into the other. After writing “& Sorry,” which ended up putting a bow on the thoughts I was trying to get out while making Tuesday, I was like “okay this is the track.” It was only when I really thought about streaming and genre differences, that I decided for the masses this can be two songs, but for me, this pair of tracks is just “Tuesday”. I’ve always really liked creating short stories in albums that connect. Other projects or bands I’ve been in have always tried to tell a story in our sequencing. Look up Pfloog’s E.P. Empathy and you’ll see what I mean. Did you find that the creative process varied when switching between “Tuesday” and “& Sorry?" I’d like to say no, that in the end it's all me and that's the goal, but to be honest it was like playing two different characters in the same film. Tuesday is the antagonist or anti-hero or something, I wanted it to feel confident and self-assured but also kind of toxic. I was doing my best impression of the hot guy that you like but you know you shouldn’t?.. and then there’s & Sorry where I’m Michael Cera saying “fuck” for the first time at the end of the movie. It was meant to be a humbling breakdown where I realized my mistakes. Aside from general attitude, the production in both songs is night and day. Kyle Marchant really blessed me with something banging for Tuesday, but & Sorry was more of a cerebral moment in my studio playing around with things till they felt right. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from the messaging heard collectively between the two songs? Trust your instincts. If you have doubts about anything in life, take a second to reassess. I think we often hide the truth from even ourselves because it's easier not to see it. Sometimes all you gotta do is ask yourself some hard questions to get the answers you’re looking for. What does this piece of work say about who you are as an individual and an artist? Flowerless is two-faced: impulsive and methodical, structured and crazy, weird as hell but at times brilliant (and super humble). I wanted to make something that showed people what kind of range I really have. I think Tuesday & Sorry show two sides of me and hope that there’s an entire spectrum between them I’d eventually like to play with. Stay on your toes for the next one basically. What's next for you? My goal as Flowerless has always been to show people what I’m capable of without any outside interference. The music and vision are pure to whatever I feel they should be. Though I do my best to take criticism and grow, this project has given me the freedom to try out a lot of different ideas, both musically and promotionally, that I wouldn’t feel as comfortable attempting with other people on the line. In short, next up is a couple of really amazing collaborations with other artists in Toronto and then and an absolute BANGER to show people what I’m really capable of. 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Alternative Pop artist Cole Pryor is from Memphis Tennessee, where he exudes his talents as a vocalist, carefully thought out songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer. Cole Pryor is an artist that draws inspiration from his traumatic past with his family to create the music we hear and love. Growing up, Cole Pryor dealt with abuse from his father that led him to deal with trials and tribulations he would have to recover from years later. After the passing of his father, Cole Pryor took the next few years to work on becoming better at the craft he put so much time towards. The goals of his music are to share his story of domestic abuse, raise awareness for domestic abuse victims, and motivate others to pursue a healthier life, by not allowing the trauma to define them. Cole Pryor hopes his story will also raise awareness of mental health issues and resolve the stigma that surrounds them. Delving into the anthemic Pop essence of Cole Pryor’s latest single, “Girl Underwater,” we get to feast upon a rhythmic atmosphere vibrant in percussion, elusive synths and the despairing hues turned into passion showcased in the vocalization of Cole Pryor. The buoyant instrumentation dips into slight Americana elements which take on notions of a dark atmospheric realm that is filled to the brim with anticipation. Paired with the smoldering spirit of Cole Pryor’s poignant croons, and the entirety of this composition jumps from your sound waves in a compelling manner. One to showcase his songwriting techniques in a way that incorporates abstract elements structured by a heart-rending framework, the intricate words amalgamate in a graceful way that allows certain lyrical motifs to infiltrate your mind. “She’s sinking deep into the sand, as the darkness covers the land,” propels an urgency in the pain that one feels when they are drowning on their own through hardships encountered. Cole Pryor makes it so the pain that is released in his illuminated timbres is felt and heard with a thorough consistency that corresponds with the inner emotions we display. As we become more apparent of the authenticity that hails from Cole Pryor’s musicality, we submerge ourselves in the carefully thought-out masterpieces he releases as he aims to make a difference in the world. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Cole Pryor. Your latest single, “Girl Underwater,” uses a brilliant display of words in the songwriting to structure the storyline. Could you please take us into the inspiration behind this piece? Absolutely! Thank you so much for your kind words. Girl underwater, like all the songs off of my record Perspective were written about the physical and mental abuse that my family endured with my father over the course of our lifetime. When I sat down to write this record, Girl Underwater just came pouring out of me. Together with my co-writer Simone, we embarked on a journey to revisit the most painful part of my family’s life and to tell a story through music that would inspire and educate my listeners. Girl Underwater was written about my Mother and all she endured in the years she spent with my Father. I consider Girl Underwater the first chapter of Perspective! In the past, you’ve been known to dabble in the various avenues of the full spectrum of your releases. How long did it take you to create this record and what was your involvement with the production aspect as well? We started the process of making Perspective back in November 2019, but COVID-19 caused some delays as I’m sure everyone can understand. But there was a silver lining in all of this. It gave me the time to really work on the writing and production of this record, as well as get to know my inner artist. I am the only producer on the record so my entire record was made out of my bedroom studio. The process of making this music was a very personal one. Everything that you are hearing is coming directly from me and that gives the record a very personal feel. Every note, sound, and lyric has meaning and comes directly from my soul. I have been truly blessed to have mentors and teachers who are veterans in the music industry to assist me. They taught me everything that I know and always made sure that my inner artist shinned through. This process has been a very cathartic and enlightening experience. It taught me so much that I will carry with me through the rest of my career. What are you hoping that your audience takes away from the messaging in “Girl Underwater?" When people listen to Girl Underwater I hope it will begin to shatter the stigma that surrounds domestic abuse. But also, I hope it inspires people as well. All of us experience trauma in our lives, and I want EVERYONE to know that their feelings and experiences are valid. Our trauma doesn’t define us, but what does define us is how we chose to let trauma affect us! With that being said, I hope Girl Underwater will inspire others to use their trauma to pursue a happy and healthy life. What has been the highlight of your artistic career this far into your journey? The highlight of my artist career has been being free to be myself. Since my father’s passing in 2017 I have been free to live my life and make my own choices. It has been amazing to be able to share my story and music with people, connect with others and share our life experiences and help each other heal. This experience has been life-changing and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next. What’s next for you? I am going to be moving back to Tennessee to promote my new record Perspective when it comes out later this year. I hope to be able to bring Perspective to a live audience when it is deemed safe enough. I can’t wait to perform this music and to connect with an audience and be able to experience this music with people. But live streaming shows are in the works! I will also begin working on my next project! I hope to keep spreading awareness of domestic abuse and mental health issues! I also will be working on myself to become a better artist, writer, and producer. There’s so much to do and learn!! I feel like this is just the beginning and I couldn’t be more excited. Instagram Facebook

From Chile to Spain, and finally, New York City, the singer-songwriter, pianist, and guitarist Craig Greenberg releases a hopeful and inspirational tune entitled "We'll Come Together." With over 1K shows under his belt, Craig Greenberg's music has made its way across international audiences in Israel, Cambodia, and many more. Having performed with esteemed musicians like Jackson Browne, Chris Barron, Jane Wiedlin, Louise Goffin, and Jerry Joseph, Craig Greenberg has amassed vast industry knowledge and experience to allow his solo sounds to flourish. Now releasing his powerful ode to human connection, "We'll Come Together," Craig Greenberg and his soulful instrumentals power through our speakers with nothing but love and hope. While singing a passionate message of coming together to find our way out of the darkness, Craig Greenberg delivers incredible soul and vibrance to get us out of a rut and into a more inclusive mindset. Listening to "We'll Come Together," the song opens with Craig Greenberg's bright piano melodies and his smooth-sailing vocal portrayal, singing an inspirational message of coming together as one to get us out of our current struggles. Leading us towards the hook, a powerful electric guitar makes its way in alongside Craig Greenberg's harmonious background vocals and upbeat drum arrangements. As the song's energy continues to grow and expand, the sonic atmosphere begins to exude this irresistible tone that pushes us into a more positive state of mind. While the bright and fluid piano makes its way to the outro, Craig Greenberg and his accompanying instrumentals serenade us while leaving us hopeful of reuniting with our loved ones once again. Remind yourself to keep hope with help from Craig Greenberg's inclusive and uplifting single, "We'll Come Together," now available on all streaming platforms. We genuinely appreciate the uplifting and inspirational message within your recent single, "We'll Come Together." What inspired you to create a single that unites listeners and brings them together? Thank you for saying that. As far as the inspiration, I remember it was the morning after the 2020 presidential election, and it was beautiful and unseasonably warm for November in NYC. The results (as predicted) had shown the lead flip to Biden when the late reporting states results came in overnight. I was awake (uncharacteristically) very early and feeling good, and decided to go out on a long bike ride, up to Astoria Park in Queens. There was barely anyone out and the city was peaceful and from the news sinking in I just had this very profound hopeful feeling come over me, something I hadn’t felt in a long while. After I got back home from the ride I went to the piano and that hope I was feeling translated into a very upbeat tune and the phrase “We’ll come together” came out almost instantly from my mouth. In expanding on the concept I started reflecting on the pandemic. One of the realizations that came to me early on was that the word pandemic has the prefix “pan”, which means “all”--the idea that we all, as in the whole country, was experiencing this event together..and more broadly, that all of humanity was as well. Your favorite artist or actor is having some of the exact same concerns that you're having, worrying about whether they'll get to see that parent or grandparent again. There was something profound and so potentially unifying about that idea. But, sadly, that beautiful notion was quickly lit aflame by certain political leaders, who managed to turn the pandemic into something divisive. The song is a simplistic response to that idea. I don't know where we're headed as a country, but I know if we can't keep the focus on things that unite us rather than on what separates us, we will be screwed! Did you work solo when creating the broad and soulful instrumentals for "We'll Come Together?" Or did you team up with any other musicians/producers during this process? I worked w/ Wayne Silver at the Ice Plant Studio in Long Island City, Queens, recording in December and January, and the song was mixed and mastered in Jan/Feb by Alex Psaroudakis. I played piano, guitar, and bass (which is a new thing for me), and Wayne tracked some guitar as well. Hiroyuki Matsuura is on drums. We had Beckley Andrews and Danielle Rhodes sing backing vocals. How did you manage to write such inspiring, hopeful, and uplifting lyricism for your single "We'll Come Together?" Do you usually write lyrics and songs that are meant to leave the listener feeling inspired? While I've written uplifting songs in the past, this is by far the most on the nose hopeful song I've ever written. To be completely honest, my real sense of where I think the country is headed isn't quite as optimistic as the song portrays, and I actually had a bit of an internal conflict between my younger more idealistic self, and my older more cynical one. I heard it at first as more of a Randy Newman-type song, with a sardonic slant to the lyric, but ultimately realized my voice doesn’t really work trying to project that style, so I just went all-in on the positive feeling. Also, I just felt after going through the pandemic, and the last four years in our politics, people just could use a happy song, even if it's a bit doe-eyed. Interestingly as well, once I started writing the lyric, I began hearing the phrase "come together" in the media and on different news outlets. It was weird, but it made me feel like I had maybe tapped into the zeitgeist of the current moment. How would you describe your sound and music to a new listener? How does your music reflect who you are and what you stand for? I realize it's not the most descriptive, but I usually describe it as piano-based pop-rock. I identify strongly with the early singer-songwriters that came out of New York, people like Paul Simon and Billy Joel, especially from a lyrical and range of musical perspective. I am definitely politically quite liberal in my thinking, and I believe that comes across in my lyrics. I was counting them yesterday and this is actually the fifth political song I've written. I don't set out to write these kinds of songs, but they seem to just happen every couple of years or so. Maybe one day I'll put them all on a record together. What's next for you? I'm going back into the studio next week to continue work on a couple of songs I started tracking before the end of last year. I'm also thinking to release an EP of just the songs I've written during covid. I've been in a good writing groove, and after the long amount of time between my last two album releases, I am determined to not have a gap like that happen again!, AND, more shows for sure. I'm jonesing to be out in front of a live audience again! Instagram Facebook

Cincinnati, Ohio, is home to the vocal sensation Soulstar. As someone who has been singing for the past three decades, his journey began at an early age where he grew up singing in church and in school choirs. Sparking the dream of pursuing a singing career as an adult, Soulstar began writing his own original songs in Jr. High school and would perform them for student talent shows in High School, winning 1st place in every competition he entered. Taking this victorious confidence with him in future endeavors, the stage name Soulstar was officially adopted through his college years. Inspired by the album from Music Soulchild of the same name. Fast forward to his debut album, 'Who I Really Am,' which is comprised of mainly mid-tempo 90s R&B-inspired tracks that are as relatable as they are catchy. The pacifying vibrations of the album were achieved by keeping the subject matter pretty light and by not over-singing or over-producing the music. Taking our attention to the title track and final piece to his soothing musical puzzle, "Who I Really Am," sends you into a frenzy of soul-infused timbres that launch you into a heartfelt swing of emotions. You hear the passion exuded by Soulstar simmering in his indulgent vocal runs and overall enchanting croons. Utilizing the perfect balance of timing and spatial cues, the downtempo ambiance that is illuminated in the opulent instrumentation fixates on meaningful percussion hits and warm guitar riffs that are strummed with a purpose. "Who I Really Am" takes over your very being as soon as the sound waves transmit a frequency so sweet and precious you never want it to end. You can hear the authenticity of Soulstar drip into each word he conveys as the lyrical framework unravels into a full-on ballad of vulnerability with lyrical motifs such as 'I want someone who's going to love me for who I really am.' Blending his sentimental core with words that relate to his audience in a poignant manner, Soulstar truly has us on the edge of our seat as he invites us into his world of intrapersonal thoughts. Reflective of the striking hues exposed on the debut album, we suggest you get ready to feel the heart-rending sound in the wistful debut of "Who I Really Am." Welcome to BuzzMusic, Soulstar, and congratulations on the release of your debut album 'Who I Really Am.' While taking in the title track, we felt the emotion you placed into each word projected. What moment or story inspired the creation of this song? The message in the song "Who I Really Am" is a sum of all of the feelings and experiences I’ve had throughout my life, as a child, and as an adult. I’ve always felt that I have so much more to offer than what meets the eye, or ear in my case. While being a singer has afforded me many opportunities and has enriched my life in some ways, I feel it has also made it more difficult and challenging to navigate through the idea of finding true love or genuine companionship. I believe I’ve been given gifts from God that matter so much more when they’re shared with others and the reception I’ve received from people throughout my life has been overwhelmingly humbling and empowering. At the end of the day, it would just be nice to have some of that energy returned to me in the form of a true, romantic love that I can keep for myself, something that’s just for me. I want someone to fall in love with me the same way they fall in love with my voice. What was your reasoning for placing it as the final song on the tracklist? Was there a method to the way you formed the overall song layout? I wanted this album to feel like a “vibe,” wanting the songs to flow from one to the next so the listener can just push play and go along with me. In a sense, the album is like an episode of a sitcom or a short film, there’s the humor and fun moments but also the lows and the drama but all of which anyone can relate to. This album serves as an introduction to me as an artist. All the songs reflect who I am, as the lyrics are words and messages from my point of view. With that being said, it seemed appropriate that the title track ends the album and serves as the final impression - what is it that I want to leave the listener with, what do I want them to remember? At the core, I’m most powerful when I’m at my most vulnerable state and I believe the song captures just that. Creating music that is non-gender conforming is brilliant and inclusive. We love that. What inspired you to take this approach to the album? Not too often, but there were times as a child I was teased by the songs I would sing. I naturally gravitated towards songs sung by women because my singing voice, much like any kid, was high-pitched. I was able to sing along to Whitney and Mariah with ease. It also didn’t hurt that they had some of the best and most popular songs in the 90s. But I would hear things like “why are you singing those girl songs?” or “oh wow you sing like a girl” and I remember how that bothered me. In my mind, I was just singing. In more recent years, I visited a karaoke spot that had a rule that no one could sign up for a song to sing if the artist was of the opposite sex. As crazy and ridiculous as it sounds, that was the rule. It just reminded me that there are people that still focus on the wrong thing when it comes to music and songs. What’s most important, in my opinion, is the message, not the messenger. I sing about the ins and outs of love, falling in love and falling out of love, searching for love, and loving oneself. These are universal messages. I thought one day, wouldn’t it be dope to make songs that don’t specify gender so that people wouldn’t have to change the lyrics around or possibly feel guilty about singing along to the song as is? Not only has this helped me become more creative when writing, I feel it gives my songs more purpose that no matter what a person’s gender or sexual orientation, or identity is, but they can also feel included when singing along with me. Could you please take us into any memorable moments from the creation of the album? What does this project say about you as an artist and individual? In the beginning, my intent wasn’t to necessarily create an album but I knew I wanted to write new songs. No matter how much I may want to sit down and write lyrics, they have to come to me. I can make all the effort, but creatively there has to be something that sparks in me for me to write a song. But once that happens, the process goes rather quickly. Most of my songs are written in a half-hour or less. I start with the hook and then to the verses. Recording is the same process for me. I lay down the hook, then I sing the verses and end with harmonies and adlibs. I recorded the entire album in 6 studio sessions, somewhere between 16-18 hours total. I prefer to sing live and have much less experience singing in a studio, but despite the challenges, I was able to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. I kept my album a secret from friends and family until my birthday when I announced the release date. I taught myself how to upload my music online to streaming platforms and even did my cover work myself. I’m proud of the final product and feel that if I’m able to make it through bouts of anxiety, a pandemic, surviving Covid myself, a low budget, and very little assistance in the creation of this project - there isn’t anything I can’t do! What's next for you? My dream is to put a band together and do some live shows now that things are opening back up. Like I’ve said before, I feel more comfortable singing live and I can’t wait to hear this music in that element and connect with fans of mine in that way. There’s also talk of a video shoot to support this album but that is still in the early stages of discussion. I’ve already completely written my sophomore album, “After Hours,” that I plan to start recording this summer. In addition, I’ve written original Christmas music that I plan to add to a few traditional Christmas songs and release my Holiday EP “Holiday Swag” later this year. I’m also curating a collaboration album of new and aspiring independent R&B/Hip-Hop artists based out of Atlanta. I would love to potentially travel/tour with these artists to support the project. Lastly, I recently started ‘Sing Like a SoulSTAR’ vocal lessons and opened my online retail shop SoulstarStyles.com earlier this year. This is my “GO” time and I’m doing all the things that make me happiest while I’m still able! Instagram Facebook

From Chi-town, the hip-hop duo, rappers, and cousins Chise Up brings us through the dense "Outerspace" with her heated hit single. Recently releasing their fifth studio album, 'Heavy Drugs 3,' Daws Lotto and Cognac Classic's music never fails to give us elements of old-school merged with modern production techniques. Forming their duo, Chise Up, when attending Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, the cousins have consistently released an abundance of singles with frequent collaborations alongside producers like CKP, Ill Brown, and 7 Lee. Highlighting the outro track, "Outerspace," to their latest album, 'Heavy Drugs 3,' Chise Up and their accompanying production serve the heaviest of vibes while leaving us with their crisp bars to get down with. While the production delivers fiery elements of contemporary hip-hop through powerhouse drum breaks and gleaming synths, Chise Up steals the show and keeps our ears peeled onto their intense performances. Listening to the two-minute outro track, "Outerspace," Cognac Classic opens the song with his low and intriguing delivery accompanied by heavy drum breaks and sharp-shooting synths. While Cognac Classic sets the song's ominous and intense tone, the surrounding production maintains its steady and rhythmic high-tempo pace while leaving Chise Up's performance in the spotlight. Once Daws Lotto makes his way in, his energetic and crisp vocal delivery brings another fiery aspect to the hard-hitting song. Both Cognac Classic and Daws Lotto's performances complement each other through their vast differences but similar energy and vibrance, as they lead us toward the outro with incredible power and poise. Don't miss out on the exhilarating experience of Chise Up's latest hit, "Outerspace," and find their recent album 'Heavy Drugs 3,' on all digital streaming platforms. Hello, Chise Up, and welcome back to BuzzMusic. We're bopping our heads to each hard-hitting beat of your latest single, "Outerspace." What inspired the creation of this intense and heavy single? We just listened to what the beat said to do basically. It was one of those beats that when you first hear it you can automatically tell that this song would be special. Did you work with any familiar producers when creating the production for "Outerspace?" What sort of vibe and atmosphere did you want to deliver through the track's sonics? All credit goes to Dolomane for blessing us with this musical gem. It's a great canvas to showcase our versatility lyrically and flow-wise. Why did you choose to place "Outerspace" as the outro track for your recent album, 'Heavy Drugs 3?' How does the track close off the project? Just had to end the album with a bang. The flow of the album is important to us. We look at it as an audio movie. Seeing as your duo seems to be on the grind constantly, does your recent album 'Heavy Drugs 3' prepare us for any forthcoming projects or releases? We have several exclusive projects with producers S7NLEE, Dolomane, and others. Also, we just filmed the video for Catch Contact. What's next for you? We have a spring fashion collection that's available on ChiseUpApparel.com. More live performances as the country loosen Covid restrictions. Daws Lotto is beginning the second season of his podcast "Real Talk in Jeans." Instagram Facebook

Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, the electronic music producer, and DJ Errol Bangz pays a soothing sonic tribute to "Trauma" with his latest hit. Referring to his music as alternative-electronic, Errol Bangz never fails to shine a light on needed and necessary topics through his in-depth production and versatile sampling. While also exploring multiple genres and fusing them into a unique soundscape, Errol Bangz's music continuously presents the real and raw truth of stories told from his perspective. Highlighting a tragic story with his latest single, "Trauma," Errol Bangz and his intricate sampling touch on the devastating loss of 9-year-old DeAndre caught in a crossfire. While his sonics and production offer a similar style to Kaytranda, Errol Bangz deepens the song with his haunting vocal samples and rumbling drum breaks, allowing us to feel his aching soul and heart. Diving into "Trauma," the piece opens with wavy synth arrangements that set the song's delicate and fragile tone. Once we're met with tragic samples of DeAndre's devastating story along with the dreaded sound of sirens, Errol Bangz instantly has us locked into this needed and essential storyline. While the vocal samples begin to haunt the foreground, Errol Bangz's intense and rhythmic drum breaks almost mimick the pounding of hearts broken by this shocking event. "DeAndre was a quiet and loving boy who loved everybody; he will be missed," says DeAndre's mother in a devastating sample. If there's one thing for sure, it's that Errol Bangz knows how to compose a sonic story that speaks a thousand words. Find Errol Bangz's emotional and chilling tribute to 9-year-old DeAndre with his latest single, "Trauma," available on all digital streaming platforms. Thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic Errol Bangz, it's a pleasure to sit down with you. When researching the tragic story in your single, "Trauma," we were flooded with various articles surrounding the loss of numerous children caught in crossfires. Could you expand on who's story this was and what compelled you to create this piece? This was my story alongside countless others, people I grew up with, close friends, the list goes on. I just sat up one night thinking to myself like "damn nobody is really talking about this, why isn't this a topic of discussion?" That really bothered me so I decided to say something without actually saying it ya know. How did you create your sonics to emphasize the feelings of loss and trauma within your single "Trauma?" How did you want your audience to feel after taking a listen to this moving single? I did a lot of sounds designing to emphasize the feelings of loss and trauma, I wanted it to sound heavy, gritty, and ambient using a bit of distortion and reverb. Those were the two main ingredients in crafting the sound ya know. I wanted my audience to feel my pain and the pain of other victims of senseless violence, this was my way of bringing some awareness to the matter at hand. We must thank you for shining a necessary light on tragic topics, especially within "Trauma." Is this a common occurrence for you? Should we always anticipate a meaningful story from your music? I would say it was a common occurrence for me growing up that's for sure but stuff like this never leaves you, you carry it with you throughout life. Oh, yea most definitely! But I'm always going to keep the balance, there's going to be songs that are heartfelt with meaning and some that are fun. Have you always created music that touches on significant topics, or did you encounter a sort of wake-up call that compelled you to create something greater and more purposeful along your musical journey? Yes, I've always created music that touches on significant topics & I will say as time goes on the topics will get deeper, I think it's time to ruffle some feathers! What's next for you? Me staying on my mission and purpose will always be what's next for me, continuing to inspire & evoke emotions through my art. Yea straight like data! Instagram Twitter

Junovxrse is an independent soul-indie artist born in Los Angeles, California but raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Her musical journey began at the age of three, where she would sing at Debbie Day Care Center in Inglewood, California. It wasn’t until 2019 that Junovxrse would undergo that moniker and record her first single. With most of her singles being pre-recorded in her bedroom using GarageBand, the innovative talents of the emerging artist were propelled when she wrote her hit single “9-5.” Immersing us in the vibrant guitar riffs that act as a warm invitation into her soul, the passion-infused vocals from the emerging indie artist have us swaying to the motions of “9-5.” Dazzling her audience in a sonic experience that overflows with tenacity, Junovxrse delivers striking vocal runs as her sultry tones fill the speakers with charisma. Layered in the instrumentation, we bounce to the effervescent percussion driving this beat to its destination of sheer allure. Serenading us in luscious lyrical motifs that radiate a narrative of someone being on your mind all day, the infectious grooves that come into play melodically sway in the direction of adoration, love, and lust. “9-5,” indulges listeners in the dexterity Junovxrse carries through her artistic talents as both a singer and songwriter. Unraveling the vulnerable spectrum of where her emotions lie, it’s hard not to get swept off your feet as you simmer in this buoyant hit. Junovxrse has an amiability in her delivery that allows you to want to know her more as an artist and individual. Depicting intense visualizations as she brings life to her heartfelt projections, the intimate scope into Junovxrse’s heart and mind is one that has us ready for whatever she throws our way. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Junovxrse! We have had your latest single “9-5,” on repeat! What moment or story inspired the creation of this song? Thank you for having me, and that means so much to me! I'm truly humbled. This song is actually based on a true event that actually happened to me. I fell for a vibe that couldn't be maintained with someone who was living in my head rent-free. I would be thinking about this person so much and I knew that the feelings weren't being reciprocated but I just kept going back hoping that maybe the cycle and this game we would play would end and just finally be together. I definitely think everyone can relate to going back to someone who wasn't good for them at one point or another. You mentioned that this song was a breakthrough for you. What happened differently in either the creative process or the release process that allowed for this song to be getting the traction that it is? This song was definitely a breakthrough for me! I haven't released a song in two years! At the time during my first song releases, I didn't know myself as an artist. I didn't have any direction at all. I think the turning point for me in my process was personal growth and taking off the leash. I would hold myself back from writing and making the music I wanted to please everyone, and realistically that's just not possible. When I wrote 9-5 for the first time in a long time I didn't feel like I was writing someone else's story. I was finally writing better music. I started creating with no expectations and coming into my authentic artistry. Along with finding my inner peace and sound, I was gaining knowledge in vocal production which helped me with this process. I worked on 9-5 for a whole year before releasing it. In the middle of the 2020 Pandemic, I also moved back to LA from Phoenix where I found a wonderful team of people to work with. I'm humbled and grateful for my producer Steven we work so well together and the creative direction that he gives me in the studio is absolutely phenomenal and one of the biggest things we wanted to highlight in 9-5 was the authenticity and the rawness of my voice and he definitely delivered! 9-5 is definitely the blueprint for my sound and I think it is just a stepping stone that shows the versatility I have as an artist. I can't wait for you guys to hear more of the real me when I drop the EP. You also work as an interviewer on Sense podcast. How has that experience been for you? Have you made connections you otherwise wouldn’t have made? Yes. I do work as an interviewer on Sense podcast. That experience has been amazing. I love my Matte Black Art House family. We've had two seasons interviewing some pretty amazing Phoenix artists like Res Lauren, EJ the Star Seed, Kiddo Wreckz, Samara Cyn, Chelle Nae, and Ambition The Goddess. We are currently still working on new content, but I've gained so much knowledge about the music industry. I love getting to know other artists. Sense definitely helped me a lot with my career as well because it opened a lot of doors for me as an independent artist because when I'm interviewing an artist I'm also learning from them. It's interesting to hear about the similarities and differences I have with each person I interview whether it be the writing process, vocal process, marketing and so much more. New Instagram and youtube content on the way so just watch for that! I think you guys are gonna love this next set of artists! What are you hoping that your audience takes away from the messaging in “9-5”? I think the message I want my audience to take away from 9-5 is that there's going to be a lot of heartbreak and bad vibes before you find the person that brings out the best in you. Sometimes the ones we love the most aren't always good for us and they feel safe to run back to but always know your worth in the end :) Instagram Twitter

From the Great White North, the compelling singer-songwriter and pop/folk artist Oliver Charles hold faith for future love with his recent single, "Let Go of My Ghosts." After discovering his passion for music in his teens with help from a musical family, Oliver Charles later learned his way around piano and guitar. Fast forward a few years, Charles has accumulated over 1M streams while also bearing a single selected as 'Hit of the Week' on the Quebec English charts. Now releasing his pop-folk hit, "Let Go of My Ghosts," Oliver Charles sinks deep into reflection with his genuine lyricism while soulfully drifting alongside the toe-tapping and natural instrumentation. Attempting to overcome trust issues and hold faith in love once again, Oliver Charles invites anyone who struggles with similar situations into this warm embrace of a single. Diving into "Let Go of My Ghosts," the single begins with Oliver Charles' bright and melodic vocals alongside a plucky bassline. Right off the bat, we're already enamored by the song's delicate and soulful atmosphere, especially as Charles continues performing his heartfelt lyricism for us to cherish and resonate with. Reaching the hook, an uplifting array of female harmonies accompany Oliver Charles to further accentuate the song's tender and gentle theme. As the soothing sonics continue to drift with help from twangy electric guitar melodies, a warm acoustic guitar, and mid-tempo drum breaks, the song slowly makes its way to the outro while Oliver Charles exclaims his desire to leave his worries behind. Hold faith with help from Oliver Charles' inspirational single, "Let Go of My Ghosts," and keep track of the Canadian singer-songwriter as he prepares to release his debut album later this year. Hello Oliver and welcome to BuzzMusic. We're genuinely enamored by your heartfelt words and soothing instrumentation within the single "Let Go of My Ghosts." Was there a particular experience that inspired the creation of this single? First of all, thank you for your kind words and for the opportunity to talk about this single. This song came to me when I was living alone and was going through a breakup. A lot from that relationship was weighing on my shoulders and, like most of my songs in this first album; I sort of documented my experience and wrote a song about it, typically with my guitar in my living room. To help me get out of my pajamas, my best friend invited me to a party where he insisted I’d meet this girl who he thought I’d get along. He was right; we automatically connected. The problem was, I still felt the weight from my past relationship and felt like those demons were keeping me from moving on and trusting love again. I really needed to move on. That moment and time are what inspired “Let Go My Ghosts.” What was your creative process like behind the scenes of "Let Go of My Ghosts?” What feel and atmosphere did you initially want the single to capture? I always try to stay genuine when I write a song. I believe that if something is bothering me or if something I’m going through is occupying my mind in a significant way; then it must be an important lesson. Writing a song about it is my way to learn and go through it. Trying to connect with people who might also be going through a similar experience is my purpose. I learned a new way to play guitar through Let Go Of My Ghosts. I tried to replicate my feelings by finding a melody on the guitar that would be beautiful, but also busy and distracting. It’s the way I felt about my baggage and how it was constantly distracting me from dating again. So the melody on the guitar is what came first. It was hard to find a vocal melody that could marry such a simple, yet busy riff. I recorded a home demo myself like I typically do every time I write a song, and I sent it to The Grand Brothers, hoping they would be interested in producing it professionally. They accepted and I learned so much from them. It’s a privilege for me to hear this final production. It was quite an adventure. So many talented musicians are on this record. Regarding your forthcoming debut album, how long was the project in the making? Did you work with any other producers, engineers, or musicians when creating the project? It feels like this album is so much more than the 2-3 years it took to produce it. Some songs, like Do You Mind, have been in my back pocket for a good decade. What people don’t know is that I actually had a full-length album completely ready for release back in 2017. This album included singles like “Follow Me” and “I Can’t Love You Just Yet”. We started off releasing what we believed were the strongest songs in the album. A voice inside of me felt like it wasn’t enough and made me feel insecure and not ready. I knew I could do better and wished to take time to reflect and improve my art. My team and I accepted to never release this album. Maybe I was too hard on myself or my expectations were too high. Nonetheless, I went back to the drawing board, met a bunch of artists in songwriting camps, probably worked with over 4 or 5 different producers before committing to an artistic direction. Once I connected with The Grand Brothers, I still had a long way to go. I wasn’t as confident of a singer and it took a while to find my voice. We actually re-recorded all the vocals 3 months before the release of “Let Go Of My Ghosts”. My voice had matured and you can actually hear the difference compared to past single like “Hypnotizing” or “Will I See You Again”, which I performed 1-2 years ago. It was quite an adventure and I’m really glad I chose this path, I believe it made me a much more confident artist. We've heard that your forthcoming debut album will have a vintage appeal and tell stories of your personal experiences. How will the collection of songs on the album help listeners get to know you and your music better? Music is a language, it’s a tool to share and communicate with others. I believe artists write music to, on one hand, create and discover who they are. On the other hand, they want to feel connected with people. I’ve come to realize, people react well and feel connected to individuals who are truthful, genuine, and relatable. Empathy plays a huge part in that. I’d say I fall easily in those categories. I simply love creating music; it’s mathematical, creative, and unique to each of us, conversation-based, and always playful and exciting. It’s also a way for me to feel connected with people and if I stay real and transparent in my songs then all the more chances I’ll succeed in building that relationship with the public. I think it’s a perfect first album to open up a conversation. People of all ages still feel connected to the roots of folk and pop music. It’s the first genre I fell in love with and that love resonates in the album. The future might hold a new sound as we all evolve, who knows, but this represents my upbringing. What's next for you in 2021? I am constantly working on making my dreams come true, so my future is full of music, that’s for sure. I will definitely be co-writing and producing much more than I ever have been before. I feel like I am becoming more creative every day and will put effort into releasing a lot more songs than I have in the past. It’s time to come out of the studio a little. On a personal note, I plan on working on myself and try to lower my expectations in life in hopes to manage anxiety and other general struggles. I plan on becoming a better person for myself and for the people I love. I want to continue building a life with the person I love. 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WRTR is a producer, songwriter, and artist originally from a small village in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. The moniker WRTR was born in January of 2021. While making a name for himself while delivering his memorable vocal production and songwriting skills, he has the ability to make dance songs more cinematic and meaningful through his lyrics, vocal melodies, and his skills as a producer. Despite his young age of 23 years old, WRTR’s lyric-writing with years of experience accurately treats delicate themes, analyzing human feelings in their deepest truth. Crafting an enigmatic atmosphere of poignant tenors, WRTR brings forth his most recent release of “Break Through.” Being a taste of what we have in store from his forthcoming EP release ‘Spheres,’ WRTR radiates in a heartrending manner that drives home the otherworldly electronic elements basking in top-tier production quality. The essence of the reverberated vocalization adds textured depth to the sonic canvas as we find ourselves spiraling into the enigmatic notions that WRTR has strategically placed. A lucid ocean of resonance washes over listeners as the dissonance is filtered in an eloquent way. Lyrically the melancholy that is heard in the passion-fueled timbres convey a message of breaking through the storm to find hopefulness, even if it’s the last thing WRTR does. “Break Through” is an intimate piece of music that effortlessly blends together the ubiquitous talents and heartfelt emotion that allows WRTR to excel in his craft. Accompanied by luxurious harmonies that glimmer in beams of courage, WRTR has a knack for piecing together a narrative that touches the hearts of his listeners far and wide. Giving us a piece of what we can look forward to later this year, this is only one dimension of WRTR that he emanates through striking ballads locked into definitive allure. We love the luxurious soundscape of intimacy released to us in the form of “Break Through.” What inspired the themes that we hear in this single? ’Break Through’ is mainly about a past relationship where I felt like I was underestimated and controlled to be a certain way. However, I wanted to turn those memories to be portrayed in an empowering way because that time used to be kind of like a coloring book full of uncolored pictures which with this song gets the colors. Though it might sound like memories grow sweeter with time but for me, it’s really about finally giving myself a voice to tell how I felt back then and how I’m getting through it. In your own words, what does “Break Through” mean to you? Why did you find it important to get this message out to the world? As this song has a personal view of point, it of course means a lot to me. I’m very influenced by artists who can turn obstacles into empowerment and that’s why I really wanted this message to get through. In my opinion, it’s not obvious to not dwell on the past in a way that it could still grow you stronger because sometimes the past can have that power. However, with this song, I hope I could let others hear how the past doesn’t need to have a negative impact on our lives through the experience was somewhat that way. We all have the power to leave it all behind for instance by creativity. What is the music scene like in Finland? Do you find that the musicality running strong there plays into the sound that you have created for yourself? I actually feel like there’s a missing gap for the type of music that I make in the music scene in Finland because I think I haven’t heard this type of ’cinematic’ yet ’pop’ music combined by a Finnish artist. However, there definitely are inspiring acts that I look up to, and therefore, I could say that they have impacted me at least indirectly. It’s also very common that you don’t get to the playlists here without writing your lyrics in Finnish. Even though English is for instance taught at an early age in the country, still most of the listeners currently prefer to listen to music in the Finnish language. Does “Break Through,” reflect the sounds that will be heard on ‘Spheres?' What can you tell us about this forthcoming EP? Yes, it definitely reflects the sounds of ’Spheres’. This EP will be all about this genre of cinematic pop which I like the most and that’s why I love making it with my favorite producer Andreas Pichler from Austria. I’m so happy that I found him and that he’s able to make my dreams come true. I’m looking forward to growing along the journey and share it with all of you. Instagram Twitter

Being born in the United States, but having spent significant parts of her life in Kosovo, Nita Kaja, the lead vocalist for SYTË, is no stranger to the feelings she writes about in the band's upcoming single "Up in the Air." Following the release of their 2020 album 'Divine Computer,' this single continues SYTË's trend of creating vibey yet intentional music that their fans can either groove along to or find their meanings behind the lyrics. Recruiting the talents of London-born Qendresa, there is an artistic versatility that is brought to the table as the dynamism compliments each other's skill set. The effervescent hues of the soothing Indie-Pop/R&B melodies exuded take you into an interpersonal offering of euphonious tenors. The melodramatic essence of this record conveys a unique contribution of feathery timbres from Nita Kaja as the soul-infused timbres of Qendresa adds a punchy charisma reflective of a boisterous persona. Upon first listen, you could easily mistake the lyrics for a break-up song. However, when digging deeper into the lyrical context, Nita Kaja's motifs structure a weighty message of goodbyes to the hardships and joys that she has faced in the past four years of her life, facing her with the ability to overcome any obstacle. We adore how the filmic component of "Up in the Air" showcases the group out and about in the city buoyantly fashioning authentic memories in each scene displayed as the series of footage is stitched together in a manner that takes a saddened goodbye and transition it into a passion-filled love letter-esque extension of gratitude. Utilizing nostalgic effects that pop up in transitioning scenes to filter through the cinematic approach in a comforting way that ties you into the wistful spirit of the song. "Up in the Air" unites a vast array of talents, recollections, and the jaunty quintessence that SYTË carries with them in each melodic creation. Redefining the beauty of hidden goodbyes, SYTË drives the rhythmic escapades of this sonic and visual feature home. Hello SYTË, welcome to BuzzMusic, and thank you for chatting with us about your latest project "Up in the Air." Where did the inspiration stem from for this captivating release? “Up in the Air” is about my (Nita) struggles with having an obscured concept of “home” and a divided identity as a diaspora kid who, culturally speaking, feels neither “here nor there”, unsettled, or “up in the air”, which is a common theme among the Albanian diaspora community—including London-born Qendresa. For some backstory, my parents were refugees in the Kosovo war in 1999 and they luckily escaped to the US, where I was born. Though my life was primarily led in New York/New Jersey, I spent every summer in Prishtina, Kosovo until I finally decided to move here altogether right after high school (a decision that was partly fueled by meeting and falling in love with Drin, my partner & fellow band member). I was only supposed to be here for a year, but life kept happening and my return to the States kept getting postponed. The positive side of this excruciating pandemic is that it has served as a call to action for me to make a big future-defining decision that I’ve been putting off the past four years; Drin and I have decided to take the necessary steps to relocate to New York to continue pursuing our shared dream. Without context, “Up in the Air” can be understood as a breakup song, but it’s essentially my goodbye to the most intense, beautiful, challenging, and growth-inducing four years of my life. What was it like working with Qendresa to bring forth the sound of “Up in the Air?" How did this collaboration be and what is the significance behind it? Working with Qendresa was such an amazing, easy-going experience; it's special, considering its SYTË's first collaboration with another artist. We haven't known Qendresa for too long but we had immediate chemistry and an organic connection that really shines through in the song and the video. She came to Kosovo for a concert and needed a live band so the guys accompanied her. One thing led to another and she hopped onto the song we'd been working on. Her contribution to the song means a lot because she and I share the same story: we're both diaspora kids who grew up with deep love and longing for the same motherland. Could you please share what it was like filming this music video? How long did it take you to create all of this footage that we see? I think I can speak for everyone when I say that we had so much fun bringing this video to fruition, in both Prishtina and New York. The whole point was to keep it real, raw, and intimate, and the process of achieving that sort of feel just cannot be forced. You have to be surrounded by people you really click with—who just won't stop cracking jokes and hyping you up all while capturing beautiful footage. We all felt so comfortable and spontaneous; lots of laughter behind the scenes. With that being said, I'd like to give a huge thank you to Lau, Klement Brahaj, offJimmer, and Denis Buñaku for radiating the best vibes. With many accomplishments under your belt, what has been the highlight of being SYTË? In our 2 and a half years as a band, we've had the chance to experience things that make us feel infinite happiness: performed more than 30 shows (including Sunny Hill Festival where we got to open up for Dua Lipa, Pop-Kultur Festival in Berlin, and Indoor Inspired Showcase by Gigmit), got to travel (and get paid for it!!!!), had our name featured in the international press, heard our songs on the radio, had our album featured on Apple Music's "Indie Around the World", made some lifelong friends through work, getting showered in love and appreciation by people we've never even met and the best part of it all is that things can really only go up from here. Thankful to say that we're really savoring the journey! Instagram Facebook