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Now residing in Toronto, Canada, the passionate singer-songwriter, artist, and producer QUIETLOVE lets us into his personal struggles with an emotional single and music video entitled "The Dream." Perpetually possessing a knack for music and creation, QUIETLOVE began composing, recording, and producing music in middle school, which grew into a form of therapy. QUIETLOVE's limitless passion and skill led him to share stages with staple acts like Tyler Shaw, Virginia to Vegas, Honors, Tom Cochrane, Tokyo Police Club, The Strumbellas, and many more. More recently, QUIETLOVE released his emotional single and music video, "The Dream," where he emphasizes a continuous train of thought while worrying about things out of his control. The song's music video offers another reflective aspect, as viewers can catch scenes of QUIETLOVE starring in the distance of his city while pondering on life's trials and tribulations. Hitting play on the single, "The Dream," the song begins with calming electric guitar picking and a pulsating synth arrangement. Listening to QUIETLOVE's warm and delicate vocal stylings, he brings us deep into the song's reflective atmosphere as he begins painting his personal concepts abound our ears with lyrics like "Lately I've been waking up as soon as the sun sets, tell me am I wasting my time?" The song's hook shares vastly intricate and modern electronic elements that continually highlight QUIETLOVE's heartfelt performance. What we adore about this track are its relatable themes of self-doubt; as QUIETLOVE states, "Sometimes we get so caught up in the process, we tend to forget why we started our journey in the first place." Don't miss out on QUIETLOVE's relatable single, "The Dream," and catch the song's heavily introspective music video on YouTube. We must thank you for creating such a heavily relatable and emotional single like "The Dream". Was there a specific moment that inspired you to write a song about your inner worries and thoughts? I had a conversation with a close friend of mine and I remember saying, "I just don't want to lose myself to the process". That really sparked the idea behind the lyrics. It's funny, sometimes the right words come from just living our lives. I love the raw honesty of the lyrics. Seeing as you produced your single, "The Dream," how did you create the sonics to offer a sense of heightened emotion, similar to the song's lyricism? When I wrote the song, I knew I wanted a lot of dynamics within the song -- much like chasing a dream. You're up, you're down. Life gets loud sometimes. The verses are these wide huge open spaces, and the chorus simmers down to just a lead vocal and synth. There's a lot of tension and release, so I tried my best to convey that through the music. Regarding the music video for "The Dream," did you work with any directors or editors? How did they make the shooting process easier and more enjoyable for you? I worked with a good friend, Peter DiBussolo. He shot, directed, and edited the music video - such a powerhouse. We've done a few videos together now and every single time he brings the vision to life. If there was one message that listeners could take away from your reflective single, "The Dream," what would it be? What message did you want to leave them with? I think the best thing you can take away from the song is that it's okay to lose your way sometimes. It's natural, and very much a part of the process. You're not alone. The important variable is that you keep moving forward despite fear, self-doubt, and everything in between. Just keep going! Instagram Artist Website

Known as one of the most promising young artists in the music scene today, the 15-year-old pop artist, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ava Della Pietra releases her hopeful single "Home," inspired by the devastating stories of families torn apart on the Southern border. Over the past year, Ava's music career has seen exponential growth, leading her music to the Top 40 Radio Charts with vast critical acclaim. Not to mention performing on national tours of Les Misérables and White Christmas while also joining the original cast of Broadway's School of Rock, Ava Della Pietra is incredibly familiar with our cut-throat industry at a relatively young age. Now preparing for her debut album, Ava is excited to preview the project with its next single, "Home.” One of her most lyrically powerful and inspirational pieces to date, Ava soothes our souls with her uplifting pop delivery while letting us find a safe place to rest within the song's calming and inclusive atmosphere. "Home" begins with upbeat drum breaks, snaps, and a plucky synth arrangement. Once Ava starts vocalizing her empathy for those who were torn apart from their families on the southern border, she quickly reminds listeners like us to lend a helping hand to those in need. What makes the song all the more engaging is Ava Della Pietra's bright vocal portrayal, serenading us alongside the upbeat sonics. Reaching the song's second half, an emotional string section enters the song and perfectly complements Ava's soothing and comforting vocal delivery. Ending the song off with vast hope and faith for a better future, Ava helps us become aware of such tragedies while encouraging us to take a break from our everyday struggles and look at the bigger picture. Find Ava's single, "Home," on all streaming platforms, and keep an eye open for her forthcoming debut album later this year. We truly appreciate the meaningful lyrical message within your latest single, "Home." What inspired you to write a song about the tragedies of our southern border? Over the past few years, I have been shocked to learn about the terrible conditions that children have had to endure at the border --being separated from their families and left alone. I also know that there are kids around the world struggling in other ways, including emotional challenges, pressures at school, problems at home, and so much more. What was the main message within "Home" that you wanted your audience to take away for themselves? “Home” is about lending a helping hand to those in need. I hope this song can encourage people to be there for one another. What was the creative process like for "Home" when navigating the instrumentals and sonics? Did you work with any producers or engineers for the song's sonics? The song was produced by Will Hicks, and I had so much fun working with him! Even though this song deals with a serious topic, I knew from the beginning that I wanted it to have a hopeful sound. This definitely influenced the production. Does "Home" give us any hints as to what we should anticipate from your forthcoming debut album? My songs will continue to address issues I see in the world. I’m constantly growing as a musician and person, so my style and the topics I write about are changing as well. It’s been a great experience since each song I write teaches me something new about myself. Instagram Twitter

Orend Johnson Jr, better known as Optimistic Gangsta, is an emerging artist and record label founder. Known for his poetic songwriting approach and biblical-like nuance in his music, the energy he pulls in very much plays off of the name he lives up to. Focusing on his recent 20 track project, 'The Interrogation (Deluxe),' Optimistic Gangsta has listeners viewing the world from his creative lens as he sheds a meaningful proposition throughout the tortuously crafted body of work. The introductory single on the album, titled “My Spirit,” immediately hints at what listeners have in store as they prepare to indulge in the sonic feast that Optimistic Gangsta has carefully formulated. Playing into the title of the album, the elaborated tale of interrogation in the court of law has us anticipating the structure about to be divulged. Instantly standing out to us the final two tracks “World Change,” and “Calling Out to Yeshua,” that are offered up on this album leave us in the deepest thoughts of a cognizant outlook. As the narrative unfolds throughout each song, we’re fully absorbed in the conscious thoughts of Optimistic Gangsta being reiterated over melodic instrumentations that dramatize in complexity as we have seen the album progress. “The Analogy of Temptation,” and “Contradicting Yaweh,” are prime examples of the degree that Optimistic Gangsta hones in on these techniques. There are various tones that are taken into account as the spellbinding vocalization conveys contradicting thoughts in the world’s prophecy that each action of every human lives out, and the inner thoughts that we encounter through the blurred lines of confusion and temptation. Enlisting collaborations throughout specific soundscapes, we hear the talents of Eukoh, Aaliyah Edwards, RQuees, and Kool-Aid High help to enhance the lyrical intricacy that lies in tracks such as “Interrogating Your Hatred,” “New Retaliation,” and “Dance Like Yah.” Delving into the depth Optimistic Gangsta embodies through his portrayal of lyrical dexterity, we’re witness to the various theological personas that he takes on as he reflects on biblical passages that he transitions into the essence of his own. A frenzy of depth lies in the context of the lyricism executed on 'The Interrogation (Deluxe).' Swaying from subjects such as hate and love being the same and aren't meant to be justified by courtrooms of law but only by God, to the only way the oppressed can take back what is taken, is for them to come together in unison as they go to war with the oppressors, leaves us floored at the vulnerability radiated by Optimistic Gangsta’s perspective that he authentically shares with his audience. As Optimistic Gangsta dips into political matters in “Yes We Can,” and “Amen,” wanting to change prophecy through sacrificial acts in, “Sins in the Garden,” a retrospective lens of how the system is rigged to hurt Black and Latin communities in “Compartmentalize,” and questioning God’s work in “One Question,” we begin to see the multi-dimensional layers of him through the distorted timbres and added textures that enrich Optimistic Gangsta’s perception. We hear Optimistic Gangsta express a medley of worlds that deserve to be studied and dissected at an ethereal level of realization. Although he effortlessly captures this type of profound intimacy in the mindset he showcases, we’re also offered up more effervescent tracks such as “Ghost,” “Scream,” and “After Dark,” that were intended to cater to Halloween through infectious grooves, and groundbreaking lyrics. “Scream,” does set itself from this trio as the lyrics are meant to expose the entertainment industry, versus a feel-good party vivacity that the other two songs embody from the inside out. We find that it does an exceptional job of tying into the track “Artist Are Slaves;” a song that goes further into the lyrical topics uncovered in a forthright depiction of raw tenors. We then see how the media attacks the individuals in the mix with “Privacy,” blowing the doors off of everything the media wants you to ponder in direct regard to Black celebrities navigating their way through life. “Be Alive,” is the double-edged sword that carries the intention of uplifting ones dealing with internal pain and illness, and casting a spell over the ones causing the pain to others through actions of their own. Although dripping in buoyant African-themed instrumentation, this is another prime example of how Optimistic Gangsta pushes the envelope of his artistry in the realm of creativity meets honesty. The structure that props up the entirety of 'The Interrogation (Deluxe),' truly has us sitting in our seats and re-evaluating the chaos that runs amongst the world. Providing us with a more in-depth look into social issues, politics, and the demeanor of the ones running this world, Optimistic Gangsta has us peeking into a lens that we didn’t know could be more clouded than it already was. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Optimistic Gangsta. The depth that you invite us into on “The Interrogation (Deluxe),” is eye-opening and remarkable. What inspired you to delve into the waters of exposing the many things that contribute to a negative world? I was less inspired but more outraged. The feeling of being angry at this world and the feeling of being spiritually exhausted lead me to an uncut and raw attitude. Nothing inspired me, I'm just the type of person who says what's on my mind. In your own words, could you please tell us what this album means to you as the creator and as an individual? This album is game-changing and an eye-opener for me. I see what I am capable of and I see the power within my mind and my voice. This is just the beginning of the mission and this album led me closer to God (Yah.) This album means exploration of truth. You seem like someone who is extremely well educated and up to date on the current happenings around the world. Taking that into account, did you find that this project was fairly easy to execute or more difficult than previous releases? It was not easy nor was it hard. Its process is indescribable, however, I had a lot of conversations with God, a lot of arguing with God, and a lot of contradictions with God. When God is the A&R, things get shaky in the process but u have to do what you must do. I would say the execution was a fun roller coaster of choices. Out of the 20 songs that you offer us, do you have a specific song that resonates with you more than the others? Why? I'd say every song excerpt "After Dark," After Dark was just a playas anthem, it was meant for fun but every other song shows the audience that I'm not playing games and I'm here for one thing and one thing only, that's to free my people from mental chains and to bring them home. They all resonate with me because I'm painting a picture of a warrior fighting his/her enemies to protect his/her's tribe. If your listeners could take one thing away from this body of work, what would it be? Don't expect cuteness and bubble gum popping out of me. Except a "pee on my enemies' grave" out of me. I'm not dumbing down for anyone. I'm not feeding you like babies on this project, maybe on others I will but this album will make you question what I fed you. If you can't take into much at once, puke the food out. If you love it eat as much as you can and come back for more. Thank You for having me. Instagram

Comedian, actor, and musician; just a few of the hats that creative Terry Jones wears proudly. Performing at top clubs, as well as corporate and college audiences throughout the tri-state area, opening for the likes of Eddie Griffin, Hal Sparks, Jo’Koy, Sinbad, John Witherspoon, Damon Wayans, and many more. Terry Jones made his national television debut on NUVOtv’s Stand Up & Deliver after performing at the first annual Cabo Comedy Festival and finishing second in the Jack Rollins Breakthrough Talent Competition. Like his predecessor’s before him Jamie Foxx and Donald Glover; he has taken the plunge into the world of music. Fresh off the release of his hit single “THIS IS MY STATEMENT,” Terry Jones has decided to let his audience see him in a different light. In fact, this light is emitting rays of depth and mystery as it stirs up an intense atmosphere filled with enigmatic tenors in both the sonic and visual portion of his artistry. The exhilarating soundscape has us weaving through the motions of anticipation as we take in a buoyantly mid-tempo ambiance rich in a poignant essence. Terry Jones emits glimmers of his comedy into the way that he portrays his visual components. There is a lighthearted essence even though he delves deep into a narrative that effortlessly takes us on the roller coaster of “THIS IS MY STATEMENT.” The foreboding tone in his vocalization has mesmerized in both the audio as well as the captivating series of visuals offered in the filmic masterpiece. Consistently weaving through the motions of this ominous environment, a drunk Terry Jones is seen stumbling from his car, down the alleyway, and running into some bad apples as he chooses to follow a mystery woman; or is she just a figment of his imagination? As we remain fully absorbed in the story unfolding, the abstract concepts that peak from the various scenes showcased have our attention as if we’re living out a video game level that is difficult to unlock. “THIS IS MY STATEMENT,” is one of those videos that you have to watch for yourself to see what all the hype is about. All we can say is, Terry Jones delivers. We love the entirety of both the song and music video for “THIS IS MY STATEMENT.” What leaped into your mind in order to influence the meaning behind this track? In your own words, what does it mean to you as a creator? Thank you for the warm welcome! Glad you enjoyed both the video and song; it’s the most liberating thing I have done in entertainment. The biggest influence has been my evolution over the 2020 Pandemic and my personal life-changing. I went on a social media hiatus for 4 months and started working on things for when the world opens up again. The meaning of the track is liberation and healing. It’s the journey and success of becoming one with one’s self. The intro is a broken version of me evolving into a confident/healed version of me by the end. Life is too short to not live it. The music video is so intricate with the way each scene is portrayed! What was it like bringing the visuals to life? The video was shot by John Zeller, he is one of my favorite creatives that truly understand my visions. So writing and directing the video was easy for me since John is so good! There are so many hidden references; I wanted to pay homage to so many of my favorite films and anime series. You would have to watch it at least 50 times to catch it all. A lot of Music Videos don’t tell stories as much anymore; so I was very happy with this. It will continue in its own cinematic universe. Could you please take us into the recording process for “THIS IS MY STATEMENT?"What were the vibes like in the studio? The beat was produced by an artist/producer Mayce Tomlin. He sent me a few beats and this one spoke to my soul. I have been around many producers just hanging in studios over the years hosting Hip-Hop shows. Mayce is one of the best I have ever heard. Roscoe Wiki runs his studio The Rapcave and produced the intro of the track. Roscoe is one of my favorite producers and artists in the game. So teaming up with these two was a gift from the universe. Roscoe created that amazing intro and then I dropped the verse and it went unreal. So I come back with our new music consultant Gene Ashley. I laid the harmonizing vocals and we listened to the song as a whole finished project. It was like the video of Travis Scott recording “No Bystanders.” I wasn’t as sure as them that the track was as lit as it has been received. The vibes for both sessions were so good. My whole thing is we are not allowed to bring EGO into any projects from here until the future. Being there is no fight over EGO, we all work flawlessly together. This made the project even more special to me. As one to dabble in various creative paths, do you have a preferred avenue to venture? What’s your reasoning? Good question, the one everyone has been asking. I am a big conduit of art in general. I can act, draw, paint, create music, and much more. I love stand-up comedy but I have always loved music and wanted to be a part of it in some way. I don’t have a preference anymore; especially now that I know the art doesn’t control the artist. I am just excited to create the way God wants me to and feeling as free as I do while doing it. I have had some very supportive friends that are musicians like FRZY. It means a lot and really helped boost my confidence to be a serious creative in music. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you Terry? Working with Mayce and Roscoe again; so anticipate a lot of music for 2021. I want to dabble into a few other genres of music as well. I can't wait to drop an EP later this year Instagram

Indie-Alternative band Nature's Neighbor was formed in 2010 by Mike Walker, Daniel Lee (You Folk), and Mike Nardone while they completed their studies at Columbia College Chicago and were all living in Lincoln Park under the same roof. In the fall of that year, they began writing and recording songs at home for their debut album, You Me And The People, which took about 13 months to produce before its release in November of 2011. By that time, the group had all moved out of the Lincoln Park house and were living in separate parts of Illinois. This, combined with the ability to use the internet as a meeting ground for their ideas and contributions, made them rethink the notion of Nature's Neighbor being more of a collective rather than a standard band with fixed members. Casting out a teaser of what’s in store for their forthcoming album ‘Otherside,’ Nature’s Neighbor has us fully immersed in the intimate setting sprawled throughout “Perch Privileges.” Weaving between their adaptations towards indulgent elements in the musicality they explore, the resonance of this single has us swaying to the infectious grooves that they brilliantly provide us. We’re blown away by the versatility Nature’s Neighbors emit as they capture an elusive soundscape trickling from the speakers in a delicate yet prevalent manner. Honing in on an Indie-Pop sound, the way each musical component chimes brightly with the reverberated echoes of the main vocal is uncanny. Written during the heat of the pandemic, “Perch Privileges,” was birthed during a time of mass hysteria. The gentle delivery of the lyrical content radiated would have you think that this song was buoyant in a blissful utopia that feeds on everything optimistic, however upon further inspection the words that surface reflect on the pandemic mentality encountered by the world when paranoia and hysteria seep into the insanity brought to life. Providing their listeners with a profound exploration of robust offerings, what’s exposed by Nature’s Neighbors vulnerability has us on the hook of their luscious realism that needs no sugar coating. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Nature’s Neighbor. We’re loving the teaser of “Perch Privileges.” Taking such a unique approach to addressing this subject, what encouraged you to take the route of a softer R&B side in the instrumentation? It was not a conscious decision to change our sound. We like top meander all over the place when it comes to our sound so this softer R&B sound is just something we randomly stumbled upon. What prompted you to make “Perch Privileges,” the lead single from the album? I think we chose this song to be the lead single because it was the catchiest song on the album but also because it somehow seemed to effortlessly sum up the vibe of the album in under three minutes. For a second we even considered calling the album Perch Privileges. Could you please share what the creative process looked like when bringing this song to life during the pandemic? My bandmate Terrill Mast and I would email the trackback and forth until the song was finished. He started the track off when he sent over the keyboard part and drum loop. After hearing that little fragment I immediately became inspired to sing on it. So I wrote and recorded the two verses in about 5 minutes and sent them over to him. It's always exhilarating when you receive an email with updated parts because sometimes the other would do something you never expected. That is what makes long-distance writing so enjoyable. Is this a reflection of what’s to come in your forthcoming album, ‘Otherside?' What can you tell us about what we have in store? This song is very representative of the album in a lyrical sense but in terms of the sound of the album, I think this track is more of a one-off. The album is very eclectic and combines many different styles while still remaining cohesive. We really tried to pull out all the stops on this album and parts of it are very multilayered. Some songs have up to 70 tracks. It is a very dense album that rewards repeated listening. There are also a few easter eggs in the album if you pay close attention to the lyrics. Instagram Twitter

Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, the prolific rapper and rhyme slinger J. Morgan returns to BuzzMusic with his wise-worded single and introspective music video entitled "Flowers." We've been honored to feature the stylings of J. Morgan on several occasions, and we're continuously enamored with his passionate delivery and informative bars. Always one to match the vibe of his songs with cinematic videos, J. Morgan offers creativity that's anything but average. Produced by Stife, J. Morgan's latest single, "Flowers," takes on a more meaningful and thoughtful lyrical concept. The sonics are incredibly versatile, offering organic piano and string elements while pushing synthetic and heavy drum breaks. Continuing the reflective theme for his music video, we're excited for our readers to dive into the works of J. Morgan once again. As we hit play on, "Flowers," Stife's melodic and downtempo production opens the song through tender piano melodies and crisp drum breaks. Listening to J. Morgan's bars, he brings us into a modern-day story of change through rhymes like, "everyday life is changing, shopping for the memories that are worth saving." Not to mention the somber background strings, the song offers vast inspiration for any listener. Expanding on J. Morgan's music video for "Flowers," the visuals open with shots of Morgan planting flowers and waiting for them to grow. While he leans back on a tree and sits with a shovel by his side, J. Morgan later lies within his planted flowers and raps of needed change. From scenes of a junkyard to open fields, the video comes to an end with edits of 6ft flowers sprouting behind J. Morgan, emphasizing that good things take time. Treat yourself with "Flowers" through J. Morgan's latest single and music video, available to watch on YouTube. It's great to have you back, and we're eager to dive into the creation of your single/music video, "Flowers." First off, what inspired you to create a song that touches on change and patience? Finding out that I was having a daughter along with the past year of the COVID-19 shutdowns. I think seeing so much negativity brought in by the pandemic along with finding out that I’m going to be a father really put things into perspective for me and set the environment for Flowers. Did producer Stife pre-make the beat for "Flowers"? What drew you to his production stylings for this single? They made the beat with me in mind for a project they’re going to put together with various artists. We had set up a session for me to come in and work on a song for their project and we came up with Flowers. The beat was right in my pocket and I think both John and Jeff (Stife) knew it was perfect for me. I wrote fairly quick, maybe 30 minutes of writing and then we came up with the hook and structure. We've heard that you self-write/produce your music videos. How did you create the video's concept for "Flowers" to emphasize the song's message? The opening line “Give me my flowers when I can smell them...” is what inspired the visual concept for the video. The flowers that I plant at the beginning of the video eventually grow into giant “larger than life” flowers which are supposed to represent the growth and change that we all go through. What was the shoot like for your music video "Flowers"? Was it only you and the videographer during this process? We shot this on the Stife recording studio property. Part of the property was burned down last year so some of the soil still had ash from the fire. It was just me and a video crew of 2 people. What would you like new listeners and fans to know about the music that you create? My music is meant to be relatable and real. It’s a window into who I am as a person and what I truly believe in. I’ve worked very hard on my craft and if you listen to my catalog you can hear the growth throughout the years. I’ve been doing this since 2008 and every year I change and mature and so does my music! Spotify YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

Born on the Island of Puerto Rico, with two musically inclined parents Carlos David has known music his entire life. As an independent artist, Carlos David speaks on lived experiences in the music that he creates. Filled with rhythm, he always ensures that he has a message to relay to his audience. Familiarizing himself with a vast array of genres, Carlos David finds it hard to box himself into a specific genre as he pulls inspiration from numerous forms of music. Now in Miami, his goal is to continuously release music on a regular basis in order to allow people to get to know the real him through each intoxicating melody. Buttery vocals and an undeniable knack to harmonize are what Carlos David provides in his latest single, “T.P.M. (Todo Para Mi) [English Remix].” Opulent guitar chords progress in the instrumentation as you’re overthrown by the warmth and adoration that pours from Carlos David’s passion-filled performance. Prevailing croons immerse your speakers in a fervent outpour of indulgent verses and a compulsive hook that has you singing right back to Carlos David in pure infatuation. It’s hard not to be doused in the true essence of his artistry as you take this piece in. A mid-tempo rhythm pulses with momentum as you long for the honeyed timbres to come back to your speakers once the song comes to a halt. Translated to English, the title means "all for me," or as we hear repetitiously through the chorus, “you’re everything to me;” and that’s exactly what the lyrical content reflects. The original smooth ballad was released in 2018 with a piano forward progression flowing with your body to the melodies fashioned. We’ll level with you; we unconditionally admire the two versions as they provide a deep sense of who Carlos David is behind the pen. “T.P.M. (Todo Para Mi) [English Remix],” thrives as a stimulating reproduction of the original creation that Carlos David composed. Bringing life and light to the theme of love once more, it’s true that Carlos David puts forth a message in each song he creates. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Carlos David, and congratulations on the release of “T.P.M. (Todo Para Mi) [English Remix].” What inspired you to take a previously released classic of yours and revive it in English? What inspired you to change the instrumentation to a more guitar-forward foundation? As a Hispanic, most of my music is in Spanish. Before TPM I had only released one other song in English which was "A.N.E." So I had been wanting to release another English song for a while now but hadn’t been able to find inspiration at all. So I was hitting the 5-year mark of my career as an artist and thought “maybe I can do a translation of my first song ever”. The thing is that I believe whatever language a song is born in, it should stay in that language so it doesn’t lose the essence by trying to make the same song sound good in a different language. So I was a bit unsure of what the outcome would be and yet as I started the process every translated sentence made perfect sense in English. Soon as I finished it felt like I had written an entirely new song cause it sounded so naturally written in English thus making me truly happy with the final outcome. The vision for a more guitar-driven structure came from my good friend Claudio Urdaneta. As soon as I mentioned the idea of remaking an old song of mine he said “Let me take a crack at it!” And so I let him. When he came back with the arrangement I knew that the song remains very stripped in a certain way allowing the guitars to be the star of the track mostly. How has living in Miami shaped the sound you portray in your music? Living in Miami has only served to further solidify my confidence in sticking to the Caribbean/Hispanic sounds that shaped my life. Seeing firsthand how non-Spanish speakers gravitate towards our music is extremely gratifying and encouraging. That said, I have discovered some incredible artists because of the friends I’ve met here and these artists have such unique sounds that I was inspired to set on a journey to find my own unique sound. Did I find it yet? Don’t think so. I’m still walking through trying to find it and solidify it. I think Miami has brought out the best of my Puertorican roots. Could you please take us into what the creative process entailed when structuring a remix? Did this process vary from the typical approach you use when creating from scratch? The process for creating a remix was very interesting indeed and it did vary greatly at least for me. Having been the main composer for the original track I didn’t want any of the old ideas to contaminate the creative process. Like I had mentioned, Claudio asked to take a crack at arranging something so I took a step back, trusted his input completely and he came back with absolute fire. So I knew that my job would be ten times easier when I heard it the first time. I started by adding a soft lofi beat to the guitar track followed by some vocal effects here and there. After much consideration and feel like the track was missing strength, I decided to put a Bass Guitar in, and for that, I brought another good friend Luis Vidro. He came in and I told him “think ‘Holy’ by Justin” to which he replied “Say no more” after he was done I knew that it needed nothing else. What does “T.P.M. (Todo Para Mi) [English Remix],” mean to you as the creator? What are you hoping that your listeners take away from it? TPM Rmx means that sometimes, as a creator, the story you want to tell should be told on a greater scale than originally envisioned. I wanted people in Puerto Rico and all Latin America to relate to the feelings of love and passion that existed back then and I believe that’s also what I want listeners to take away from this reimagined version of it. The original feelings, the original story of love that was being told back then now being told in a new fresh way. What's next for you? Consistency! That’s what’s next! I’m already working on my May release and my June release cause this year is all about being consistent in releasing music. So “T.C.I.” and “B.B.L.U.” are coming. Who knows what can happen in 2021? Hopefully, a nice local concert where I can perform all my songs to an audience of true fans. That’d be a dream wouldn’t be? Instagram Facebook

6-piece alternative outfit Koudi is stationed in the Jersey Shore area where they were created during the first few months of quarantine. Comprised of members Josh Skoudis (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, synths), Danny Carlson (lead guitar, backing vocals), Will Schwester (rhythm guitar, percussion, synths, vocals), Dan Krusei (Bass, backing vocals), Glenn Bokay (saxophone, keyboard, synths, recorder, flute), and Vinnie Guardino (Drums), what started out as a small recording experiment blossomed into a full-fledged project. Dabbling in multiple genres they couple their music with lavish, cinematic instrumentation and rich textures. Gripping the melodic core of their latest single “The External Wizard,” Koudi offers up a refreshing take to the numerous genres they explore. “The External Wizard,” is a creation that plays upon heavy reverberation that casts out an ethereal realm of infectious grooves dense with affluent guitar riffs, making the naturally cathartic essence of this song a balanced concoction. With the avant-garde arrangement strengthened through the miscellany of chambered echoes dripping from the vocalization, there is a sense of mystery that remains in the layered descants showcased. With a mystical essence provided by six vastly different musicians, there is an illuminated sense of buoyancy through this genre hybrid of a single. Koudi has us fascinated with the lyrical motifs exuded in the distant expressions. Abstract in the narrative there is a poetic bliss that peaks from the roots of the structure. Witty with the wording utilized, you can’t help but have your mind wrapped up in the enigmatic soundscape formed from the miscellany of avenues ventured. “The External Wizard,” was created on Garageband and with the final execution of the sonic masterpiece, you would have never guessed that was the software used. The synchronicity divulged leaps into the experimental approach that Koudi is known for. Taking you towards the edge of everything you have known, listening to Koudi is an escape from your daily life as you navigate their ship. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Koudi. We love the uniqueness that simmers in “The Eternal Wizard.” Now, this single is part of a dual single release, with the other song being titled “I Am.” Could you please take us into the concept behind the two single projects? Will: I think what we were really trying to aim for with these two songs was having an entrance point into the essence of our next album. “The Eternal Wizard” is a little more out there, let’s say, and “I Am” is more direct, but they both have that same basic idea of leading into this more fully, more final experience. Since this next record is going to be our last in our series of home-recorded albums, we thought that would be very fitting. Josh: Yeah, in terms of the lyrical content and general intention of the works, I approach all of my songs with the idea that as soon as I hit “publish” on my distributor platform, the meaning becomes entirely subjective. Anyone can imbue their own thoughts and feelings into whatever I write and--even though my lyrics are all really personal--they can mean anything to anyone and I kinda like it that way. “I Am” ties together the themes of the last two albums pretty well with its flowery orchestration and mournful lyrics. In terms of the meaning, listen to the other albums and try to piece them together. It makes it more fun that way, eh? Where did inspiration strike for “The Eternal Wizard?" In your own words, what does this song mean to you all? Josh: With “The Eternal Wizard” I was really trying to capture my general feelings of claustrophobia and isolation. The music is frantic and all over the place and I think that energy brings home the aesthetic. To approach it generally, I’d say the song conveys a longing for a true sense of order and purpose all while acknowledging the fact that really achieving those things raises its own moral quandaries. Will: I remember coming into practice one night, and we were all sitting on the couch, palling around when Josh mentioned that he’d been working on something that he called “midwest disco”. Immediately all of us were interested and wanted to work on it. Who wouldn’t? It’s midwest emo mixed with disco. That’s awesome. That was a really fulfilling practice, I remember a lot of really interesting ideas coming together that night. Not to mention Glenn, our keyboardist, has a strong fascination with the fantasy genre, which influenced the title, and he had also brought his entire recorder collection to that practice--that helped really elevate the track to its highest form. What encouraged you to break all the genre boundaries when finding your sound as Koudi? Josh: When I started the project, I didn’t really ever think it was gonna turn into a full band. I just had a guitar, a harmonica microphone, a midi keyboard, a $40 interface, and Garageband. The sound was born out of its own limitations. I wanted to make music that definitely couldn’t be made with just that stuff. I tried to create full atmospheres and soundscapes out of next to nothing--each piece its own challenge as I wanted to see how crazy I could make everything. Shit got even crazier when I reached out to a few of my friends after my girlfriend encouraged me to actually make a band out of this. Will: All six of us had been playing together in different configurations, various bands, and whatnot, over the years, but those were always chasing after a specific sound--wanting to do a grunge band, an indie-rock band, things like that. But then Josh just reached out to us, basically being like, “Hey, I have these songs. Let’s play them and then figure out what we want to do from there.” Then we started writing together, and each of our musical identities has only come out more and more as we’ve played and written together. That’s definitely where the genre-breaking comes in. With there being six musicians in Koudi, could you please take us into your typical creative process? Did you find that “The Eternal Wizard” fit the distinctive process or did it stray from tradition? Josh: Well, each of us brings our own thing to the table. I kinda set the mood for the philosophy and aesthetic of the band with the songs and concepts I write and the textures make, Will brings his chaotic, uninhibited energy and personality (anything he does is 100% him in the best way possible), Dan brings his raw technical virtuosity (he’s basically a prodigy), Danny brings his crazy knowledge of music theory and improvisational madness, Glenn brings his creative eccentricity and knack for weird instrumentation (the man plays the lute on “I Am”, for god’s sakes), and Vinnie brings his groove and unparalleled ability to listen to other people and play exactly what needs to be played. Will: As for recordings, that process wildly varies from song to song. Often, it will start with Josh bringing in a song to practice, but just as often, it can start from, say, a guitar part I have, or Glenn bringing in some new obscure instrument. From there it really depends. Any of us can write for any instrument. All ideas are welcome and all ideas can be expanded upon by the other members of the band. It’s a really interesting but beautiful process that we have going that’s really unlike any other band I’ve been a part of. What's next for you? Josh: We got our third album coming out on April 30th, and--as I said before--it really ties together the themes of the first two albums. It’s easily one of the best bodies of work I’ve been a part of and I’m super excited to get it out there. From there, we’re hoping to play some shows and maybe go on tour but only time will tell for that, I guess. But yea, until then, stay tuned for our next album: Immortality pt. 3. Will: Immortality pt. 3, baby, it’s gonna be a banger for sure. And of course, we’re going to keep doing our thing. We’ll keep up our practices, keep writing new material, and always be planning ahead. Maybe at some point, we’ll enter an actual studio. Just stay tuned, cool stuff is always happening with us. Instagram

Hailing from La Ville Rose, in the South of France, Prinssella was born into a musically inclined family. She began singing at the tender age of 3 years old and then developed her craft by writing her own music by 7. Prinssella is a soulful and versatile bilingual vocalist who comes from a deep gospel background. Pursuing her dreams of becoming an R&B singer, she has worked with the likes of The Voice UK’s Emmanuel Smith as a backing singer and is currently working on a collaboration with Victizzlemusic as they record all of her upcoming projects at the VixMix Studios. Familiarizing her audience with the debut single “I’m Learning,” Prinssella has enlisted the songwriting techniques of A1 in order to fulfill the lyrical integrity featured in this alluring record. The intricate soundscape sets a slow-tempo pulse as the whimsical elements throb through the speakers. Major piano chords add a dark essence to the illuminating realm of harmonious bliss that thrives in the temptation that resides in “I’m Learning.” There’s something about the sensual timbres Prinssella exudes that have us caving to her world of intimacy. She effortlessly owns the enticing lyrics and has us anticipating each word in the intricately written narrative that radiates the theme of getting to know someone inside and out. Cascading the musicality with the rush of sensations that come flowing from the structural build of “I’m Learning,” Prinssella has us relishing in the intimate tenors showcased as she addresses them in a prevalent manner. It’s hard not to be swept up by the oozing charisma that seamlessly integrates Prinssella with the shadowy R&B hues. Being her entrancing introduction to the music industry, the matured sound she possesses unravels in-depth with the development. Good things take time, and that stands especially true for this emerging artist who has been dedicating her life to music since she can remember. We have to say, we have had your debut single “I’m Learning,” on repeat. What was it like working with A1 in order to capture such an intimate soundscape in the overall composition of this song? Omg, thank you!! I’m so glad you love the song as much as I do! Working with A1 is always such a pleasure. We’ve known each other since secondary school and, from the day he found out I could sing, he expressed his creative lyrical side, which I had no idea about, and once we started working together for ‘I’m Learning’, it was just so easy because of how relatable the lyrics are, overall such a great experience, and we’ve got so much more on the way, so make sure to keep following my journey. Being involved in music for as long as you have been, what prompted you to take the plunge and finally release a debut song of your own? I just felt it was time.. a very long time coming. I’ve always wanted to create something that will last beyond my years, like a legacy. It has been a dream and a goal of mine to finally have a song of my own, and I’ve finally achieved that. I knew it was the right time to do so, especially after linking up with A1 and the rest of my team, it was like the stars were aligned, and perfect timing to my recent personal growth. As the one performing “I’m Learning,” what does this song mean to you? Do you find that it has kept the same meaning from the moment you began the recording process to this moment now? I love this question because the meaning of the song definitely has changed from the first time I heard it. To me, the song is about the serious side of romantic relationships, when the “rose-colored” glasses are taken off. We all come with a past and that can sometimes manifest in our relationships, but the song is about always having your partner’s back and learn more about what makes them who they are, and shutting down outside influences. With such rich vocals and a striking sound, who are your musical influences as you continue to create your own intoxicating melodies? Ahhh you’re too kind, I love this description. Growing up, I listened to a lot of reggae music because of my dad, vibing to songs from artists such as Lucky Dube, Peter Tosh, and of course the legendary Bob Marley. But I really found my voice in music when I started listening to the likes of, Cece & Bebe Winans, Mary Mary, a lot of French rap (lol), and Mariah Carey. Now that I’ve found myself in R&B my biggest influences at the moment are, Summer Walker, Jhene Aiko, Nao, Snoh Aalegra, and I love Drake. But Summer and has really been an influence, because of how real and raw her sound and lyrics are, she’s just so needed right now, and really embodies what a lot of young women are going through, and she does it beautifully and unapologetically. Instagram Twitter

Drenched in their unique sound Glokenzo and Bougie Papi return with the unforgettable dynamism they’re known for as they offer listeners another musical twist to their catalog with, “Dice Waooo.” Both artists and first cousins are part of the music label Flowkyz Music and have been working together in the industry since 2020. “Dice Waooo,” has Glokenzo and Bougie Papi channel their Latin roots by taking on the genre of Dembow as they fuse it together with a Hip-hop and Trap inspired ambiance. Enlisting Dominican Republic sensations El Bloonel, Mickey El Tsunami, and El Fother in order to buoyantly project the latest sonic and visual release, Glokenzo, and Bougie Papi traveled to their native land of the Dominican Republic to bring this creative installment to life. A sizzling environment seamlessly pulses with integrity as the captivating hook “Dice Waooo,” surges through your speakers accompanied by eye-catching visuals that have you immersed in four-wheelers, money, and women. Living out the party life to match the liveliness that leaps from this upbeat hit, each artist has their fair share of screen time as they flex an undeniable swagger in their lyrical dexterity and fashion choices. Rocking name brands, the whole crew is dressed to impress as they perform a bilingual composition that effortlessly embodies the signature trademarks of a certified hit while living out the luxurious lifestyle that success brings. As the sun shines and radiantly beams down on the lush cars stationed at their beachside condo, Glokenzo and Bougie Papi reflect this lavish régime in a way that looks like it was meant to be. Collaborating with this heavy line-up and there is no doubt about it; this sound was made for their talents. We love the artistic route that you took when bringing “Dice Waooo,” to life! What was the experience like when traveling to the Dominican Republic to record and film this piece? Please share what it was like on set! Glonkenzo: The experiences were great met a lot of people who followed my music down there spent time networking and enjoying the tropics Bougie Papi: traveling to DR was an amazing experience to go back to where it all began and make music once again. I recorded my 1st song at the age of 15 by a producer name Dj Plano, who has gained fame in the “Dembow” genre. Be on set was such a delightful experience to work closely with other artists and reciprocate ideas amongst each other. The various styles of artistry on this song coincide together in such a bold way! How did this collaboration of El Bloonel, Mickey El Tsunami, and El Fother come to be? What was it like working with one another? Glonkenzo: Chemistry was there we met up went to the studio did what we had to do by the next day video was rolling out and we had fun Bougie Papi: When FKM originally thought about the song, we envisioned it to be very tropical and on the mainstream side. We reached out to Nativo Gang in order to get El Bloonel Onboard because of how well he dominates the genre. Later the opportunity to include El Fother arose and we did not hesitate to say yes based on his aggressive underground rhyme scheme but at the same time vibrant Given the chance, would you go back in time to do anything differently when it came to bringing this piece of art to the public? Why? Glonkenzo: No, the song was well elaborated, I wouldn’t change one lyric in it. How do you hold “Dice Waooo,” to other songs available in your music catalog? Glonkenzo: Definitely Top 2 the idea behind dice WAOO is to show the versatility me and Boujee can provide not that we just do 1 genre and sound the same showing people we can do anything anybody throws at us. Bougie Papi: Dice WAOO may be the best-elaborated song thus far, best well put together. It has a concept of beginning and end. And all of the artists stayed within the topic presented which is “A guy who has all the money and swag but still can’t take a girl home” #WOW What's next for you? Glonkenzo: Chrome heart is going to be one of my biggest songs just shot the video last week in Miami stay tuned for that Bougie Papi: We feed off our energy so hence “Me & Kenzo like Freddy Vs Jason”. It’s like the best of both worlds. Both lyrical savages. Very drippy and very genuine with our work. Glonkenzo Instagram Bougie Papi Instagram