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Soaring in from Boston, MA, the country/pop artist and singer-songwriter LHO gets straight to the point with her highly conceptual single, "Gaslight." Singing her whole life and picking up piano/guitar along the way, LHO was continually told that she was born to be on stage. Once quarantine struck, LHO felt compelled to reach for something better, which led her to create her debut pop EP, 'The Butterfly Effect.' Highlighting the intro track, "Gaslight," from her EP, 'The Butterfly Effect,' LHO goes incredibly deep and brings us into the toxic effects of an unhealthy relationship. While grooving alongside the exhilarating and fluid pop production and instrumentation, LHO leads us out of turmoil and into something greater. Diving into "Gaslight," the track begins with melodic major piano chords, a plucky electric guitar, and transcendent background synths. Once LHO begins exclaiming her inner thoughts towards someone who doesn't seem like Mr. Right, she garners incredible momentum and has us anticipating a modern beat drop to follow her meaningful words. Once the flavorful beat drops alongside mid-tempo electronic drum breaks and vibrating sub-bass, we feel all the more excited to keep listening and see where LHO takes the rest of the tune. Drenching us in her irresistible vocals from beginning to end, we absolutely adore LHO's sassy lyricism, as she reminds us to look before we fall. Find LHO's hit single, "Gaslight," on all streaming platforms, and introduce yourself to the rest of her debut pop EP, 'The Butterfly Effect.' Hello LHO, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of your powerful breakup single, "Gaslight." Could you describe the moment you felt pushed to write and create this song? The moment I felt compelled to write "Gaslight" was a quite random one. It was a little over a year after I got out of this really toxic relationship. I woke up at about 2 o'clock in the morning one night and all of a sudden I heard the first line of the first verse in my head. I immediately jumped up and started writing lyrics down. The melody came instantly and I'm not lying when I tell you I wrote the whole song in 5 minutes. It just poured out of me. It was cathartic and bittersweet and really liberating. When writing "Gaslight," was it easy to channel those deep and spiteful thoughts? Or did you face any difficulties when placing yourself back in that headspace? It's funny, I thought writing and recording "Gaslight" would be a lot harder than it was. I was so scared that I was going to get triggered in the booth and have a panic attack; reliving trauma like that can have a very physical effect on you even years after it's over. Instead, it felt like I was finally taking my power back. I felt like I was finally putting the narrative behind me and, in a way, it feels like I got the final say. I feel more confident now that the song exists. All those spiteful and hurt feelings are healed and I'm ready for the next chapter of my life to begin. What inspired you to shift gears from country to pop when creating your debut EP, 'The Butterfly Effect?' Shifting gears from country to pop felt so natural. I grew up listening to Christina Aguilera, Whitney Houston, and Celine Dion. I always wanted to be a pop star growing up (my ultimate little girl dream), but I fell in love with country music the day I heard LeAnn Rimes sing. The country has this beautiful way of telling stories and articulating feelings that's unmatched by any other genre. Through the years, I went through a lot of hard things. I even stopped singing for a while. When I came back to writing, sad country songs didn't feel like the right fit for my story. I wanted to write powerful, catchy songs to help other people with their healing process. In doing my OWN healing, 'The Butterfly Effect' was born. How does "Gaslight" fit into the overall EP, 'The Butterfly Effect?' Does the entire EP surround similar themes as the lead single? The entire EP is filled with empowering songs about what it looks like to walk through loss and love. It takes a lot of strength to love again after you've been manipulated and abused. Starting with "Gaslight", the EP opens up encouraging you to take your power back and that you should never put up with anything less than what you deserve. "Worship" focuses on owning and embracing your sexuality. I'd never written anything like this before and it was probably the most fun song to write! Track 3, "Love and a High" is actually about loving someone with an addiction. It's the reality of the weight you take on to try and heal this person but realizing that you're losing yourself in the process. Then we go on to "Anxious Love". This one is about learning to trust again after you've been hurt. It talks about all the thoughts and fears you have when you feel yourself falling for someone new. You're scared because you don't want to push them away, but you also want to know that they can handle working with you while you're working on yourself. And then finally, "Cross the Line". I LOVE this track. It's about the moment you finally just give in and fall with someone. You free fall into trusting them and growing with them and that's what the song really feels like; falling or flying. It's finally accepting the love you know you deserve after nothing but broken hearts and hurt. What's next for you? What's next for me? More music. More stories. More love. More healing and growth. I have a few things in the works currently. My dream is to someday open for Fletcher or Halsey. For now, I'm writing and recording, and creating. Be sure to follow me on all my socials so you don't miss any surprises! Instagram Twitter

Yielding from Ohio, The Quilts are an extremely powerful, melody-driven group that uniquely blends elements of alternative, blues-based rock n' roll. Comprised of Chris Scott (lead vocals), Steven Altonen (guitar), Mike Hennel (drums), and Doug Roskovics (bass), the thought-provoking four-piece band has given fans a taste of their latest single and music video for “Sweet Molasses.” Driving forth an amplified sense of intensity, The Quilts portray an irresistibly ambiguous expression of emotion in the sonic and visual components for “Sweet Molasses.” There’s an enormous heap of warmth carried throughout the entirety of the composition as the instrumentation and vocalization cascade in a powerful essence to portray two voices; those abusing opioids and those that are affected by the abuse. Pairing the rustic spirits of an organic arrangement thriving with the voice of reason, The Quilts have accompanied the single with a music video that drips with good intentions, and a vast message to comprehend. Representing a narrative that speaks to millions of people directly and indirectly affected by the ongoing opioid crisis, The Quilts have taken the initiative to be a heartfelt voice of cognizance for the ones distressed by the horrific effects that these drugs play into. The sparsity in the timing and spatial dimensions of “Sweet Molasses,” allows for the musicality to simmer in your mind, as you process the poignant tenors at hand. In the cinematic approach taken, we see addiction in its worst moments and the outlook of those who love someone who is riddled with this sickness. Through each scene, we are taken into a more in-depth view of the various ways the drugs are being used as a diverse group of people are affected; sometimes not living to see another day. Meshed with a compelling performance showcased by The Quilts, we are struck with an intense amount of emotion that effortlessly seeps from a place of reason. Utilizing their platform in a way that acts as a voice for those not being heard, The Quilts have delivered a seamless creation that has their artistry sky-rocketing. Answers provided by: Chris Scott (Singer/Songwriter) Welcome to BuzzMusic, The Quilts. The performance that you delivered in “Sweet Molasses,” is truly outstanding. You were able to radiate your artistry as well as convey a meaningful message that is topical to today’s society. Job well done! Was it difficult to tap into this mindset as you brought the story to life? Thank you for recognizing our message! To answer your question, it was pretty easy. The Quilts were founded on impactful and meaningful song-writing being our central focus. Steven Altonen (guitar), Doug Roskovics (bass), Mike Hennel (drums), and myself have all been affected (directly and indirectly) by the ugly Opioid Crisis that continues to plague many communities across the country. I actually started writing this story several years ago…once Steven, Doug, and Mike heard the direction it was instantly relatable and I think you can hear that shared emotion in the sound that we came up with. Steven’s guitar playing and composition instantly pieced the overall melody together. There were many wonderful talents that contributed to the sound of "Sweet Molasses" as we know it. What was it like working with Chuck Alkazian in order to achieve the desired sound? Chuck Alkazian is amazing! I mean he’s a “super producer” and having his co-producing and editing efforts on this song really brought the story to life (sonically). What inspired the vision of the “Sweet Molasses,” music video? Could you please share a bit about the experience on set while bringing this video to the eyes of the public? We were approached by the producers of the amazing film, “75”, about the concept. One of the producers and actors of the film (Myra Zimmerman Grubbs) heard the song and immediately fell in love with it. The film is also centered around Opioid Crisis in and around the Greater Cincinnati area. The idea of using clips from the film in conjunction with live performance was totally the way to go in order to bring both stories together. Our good friend and videographer (Chuck Land) directed the video and was able to secure a “hometown” feel by shooting the performance scenes (literally) in a Kentucky holler. How important is it for you to speak from a place of vulnerability in the music you create? Very important! Musicians need to be vulnerable in my opinion in order to capture the “raw” stories they are trying to tell. It’s what makes the listeners connect emotionally and also provides for more real and dynamic performance. What's next for you? Hopefully getting back on the road! I can speak for the rest of the guys when I say it’s been too long. The Covid Pandemic has left so many artists with a sense of uncertainty, but for us, it allowed The Quilts to be born. It’s made us stronger in a weird way. Lots of writing and reflection. Up until March of 2020, Mike, Steven, and myself had spent the last 3 years touring in another project exclusively supporting bands such as ZZ Top, REO Speedwagon, and Collective Soul (to name a few). Besides releasing three more singles over the next few months and getting back into the war room and tracking with Chuck Alkazian, we also look forward to (safely) getting back out on the road with our friends! Instagram Facebook

Nashville singer-songwriter Tonne Desai has been singing since the tender age of nine. Leaving New England to pursue music Tonne Desai continues to persevere through the hardships placed in the industry as he continues to solidify his sound. Celebrating wins such as being a finalist in multiple international songwriting contests and getting his first 5,000 streams, has been a major contributing factor to the way that he carries himself to the top. Buoyantly bringing forth the simmering ambiance of his most recent single “Replay,” Tonne Desai has us copiously absorbed in the rhythmic universe he reiterates in his tale of a love that ran its course. Enticing his audience with an unforgettable tropical pop vibrations emitted in this song's instrumentation, the emphasis is placed on the effervescent framework that fortifies the passion-filled vocalization of Tonne Desai’s grippingly raw performance. You can hear the meaning that backs his striking lyrical motifs as he serves up an impeccable balance of sentiment and musicality. Words such as “I want you back and you told me that love’s a movie,” practically jump out at us as we can all place ourselves in his shoes at one time or another in our lives. Being emotionally connected to “Replay,” has us swimming in the currents of Tonne Desai’s opulent timbres. He has a knack for bringing his soundscape to the foreground as the lyrics he paints on his sonic canvas glide in a swift motion. Tonne Desai is witty, authentic, and has us eating out of the palm of his hand as we naturally reach for the replay button in order to take this poignant melody in once more. Hello Tonne Desai and welcome to BuzzMusic. We love your latest single “Replay.” Where did the inspiration for this song stem from? The inspiration stems from a really good friendship that I had that ended not so good. Over time we both were drawn back to one another and we both asked ourselves if we wanted to restart or press replay on our friendship and try again. You’ve been creating music for quite some time now. Could you please share with us some noticeable differences in yourself as an artist from your first release to now? When I first released music I didn't really know what kind of artist or even what kind of music I wanted to put out. I was still trying to understand my voice, my writing style, and ultimately where I could fit in this industry. Now, I know who I am as an artist, and I've grown so much. I know the kind of music I want to make and I know the type of audience I want to draw in. I use to be scared of what people thought of my music but now I'm fearless. How do the smooth and uplifting vibrations of “Replay,” compare to other songs in your music catalog? I think for Replay they act as the lightning coursing through the audience's heart and memory of that person who they would wanna ask the question " So Press forward or are you gonna Replay". The smooth and uplifting vibrations act as the bed for the audience to lay down in and really think about the person they love while having a good time doing it! In my other songs I always just focused on the hook to bring the audience in but for replay, it's the hook and those smooth and uplifting vibrations that do the job and I love that. In terms of the theme and messaging what would you like your audience to take away from “Replay?" What I would want my audience to take away is that a person sometimes has to exit your life temporarily for you to recognize that you actually love them. I want Replay to show them that sometimes a restart is actually what you need in order to have what was meant to be. Instagram

From Winnipeg, Canada, the pop artist, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter Lhasa Petik channels pop's deepness and darkness with her latest single, "Here & Gone." A prime example of versatility, Lhasa Petik is well-known for her distinct and husky vocal stylings while accompanied by her dear ukulele or guitar. Not to mention performing stand-up and learning the ins and outs of violin, electric bass, and piano, it's safe to say that Lhasa Petik always has a few tricks up her sleeve. Getting down and dirty with her recent single, "Here & Gone," Lhasa Petik delivers a prime-time and modern dark-pop anthem where chills and thrills are inevitable. While Lhasa Petik offers her rhythmic and sultry performance, the surrounding production drenches our speakers in lust through each melodic and ominous tone. Taking a listen to the dark single, "Here & Gone," we're met with Lhasa Petik's whispery and airy vocal stylings, offering similar dark tones to a classic Billie Eilish. While the beat begins expanding through mid-tempo hip-hop drums, melodic piano melodies, and growling sub-bass, the song's atmosphere swiftly sets into a sweltering and lustful groove. Listening to Lhasa Petik's lyricism, she explains rather personal and emotional themes of feeling down and out. While her breathy vocals continue to haunt us throughout the song's entirety, the dreamy background vocals make their way in and sprint to the atmospheric and introspective outro. Fall into the vibe of Lhasa Petik's latest dark-pop anthem, "Here & Gone," and introduce yourself to her explorative stylings on all digital streaming platforms. Hello Lhasas and welcome to BuzzMusic. We adore the dark groove and feel of your recent single, "Here & Gone." What was the central theme and message you wanted to convey through this single? Ayee, thank you so much, so glad you dig! ‘Here and Gone’ is definitely pretty dark because it details my struggles with my mental health in the last couple of months and just in general. Quarantine has got me in my feels a little bit more than usual, and this tune is me wearing my heart on my sleeve. I’m high key guilty of bottling my emotions and trying to push them away, so this vulnerability was definitely new. The track starts out in a place of nostalgia remembering life before Covid, but it also acknowledges that life was not perfect and there are flaws in any situation. I’ve been working towards embracing the highs and the lows that I’ve experienced because I think that contrast is what makes life interesting. The themes throughout the track include: the duality of emotions, indecision, running away from emotions, hence the title ‘Here and Gone.’ Did you produce "Here & Gone" yourself? What sort of feel and mood were you initially going for when navigating the song's sonics? I did actually produce “Here and Gone” on my own, which is something I have been working towards. Although I absolutely love working with different artists and producers, I felt that this song along with a couple of my next releases needed to be solo projects. Because this song is so brutally honest, I wanted to put myself out there in every single aspect, and releasing something I produced myself was just another way of doing that. I absolutely loved pulling this track together because the process was totally opposite to how I usually work. The track doesn’t have many instruments like guitar or uke, so I just experimented with the production and created different elements/versions until it felt right. Regarding the sonics/energy, I wanted the heaviness of the track to reflect and compliment the lyrics. Naturally, I started with the bassline and built the entire track around it because it felt like the strongest element. To emphasize a change in vibe from all of my other stuff, I wanted to bring in some hyper-pop elements as well, so I tossed some autotune on a bunch of the background vocals. Eventually, the track got ridiculously massive and busy, so I ended up stripping some elements back or eliminating them completely. I think a lot of times with pop music, less is more, so this track involved a lot of prioritizing and ensuring that everything had a clear purpose. Do you normally create such laid-back and haunting pop songs? Is this something we should continuously expect from you? I feel like my way of writing shifts so much based on my mood, the season, the day, so I’m not even sure what to expect when I open a project. However, my biggest influences are definitely Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Sebastian Paul, so my natural leaning is towards darker songs both musically and lyrically. We've noticed that your sound has been well-received by many blogs and playlists. Why do you think your music has been so successful and reached such acclaim? Oh sheesh… I think the most important lesson I've learned was that you can’t please everyone; especially with art. I know that not everyone will resonate or even like my music, and I’m pretty ok with that. I don’t take offense easily to that sort of thing, so I’m not trying to pump out music that isn’t genuine. I’m just trying to make music that I’m happy with and would listen to myself, and cross my fingers that someone else will dig it as well. What's next for you? Super excited to be working on a TON of new music/projects, and I’m just trying to make every release better than the last. I’m also super hyped to start thinking and planning traveling/touring sometime soon (provided it is safe to do so.) instagram.com/lhasapetik

Approaching the world of music at a very young age, edja began studying music and singing when she attended primary school in Milan, Italy, where she is originally from. Performing and writing within the genre of Rock, edja has always been intrigued by the heavy-hitting classics of Rock such as Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Rolling Stones, The Who, and a more modern touch of the Dave Matthews Band. Delivering a message of sincerity, her sound fuses together Rock, Blues, Prog, Funk, and Soul with honest and relatable lyrics and a naturally round, free, and powerful voice. Bringing forth a vision of poignant intensity with London-based Italian collaborator Luca Chessa, edja’s most recent single “the morning after,” has us immersed in the robust energy of an edge-filled universe steered by the prominence and nostalgia her vocal delivery brings. Luca Chessa’s fiery guitar performance has listeners simmering in an atmosphere that roars with ferocity. The manner in which edja’s striking timbres cascade with the top-tier production quality is uncanny. The soul-infused echoes of her lyrical motifs have us lingering on the sonic trail that the world of these two creatives effortlessly fashions. The exhilarating liveliness that emerges from the reminiscent hues that this composition instills has us appreciating the amplified essence that dwells in the cavernous alleyways of “the morning after.” Raw with emotion, we’re hanging on to the edge of our seat as we dissect the lyrical descants on a more introspective dimension. Crooning within an ominous force field, edja’s lyrics reflect on a reality of all that glitters not being gold. Navigating our way through the depth of “the morning after,” we are quick to realize that edja’s integrity is enhanced with the prevailing tenors utilized. Allowing us to tap into an exposed sector of her authenticity, her spirit flourishes in a way that surges with illumination. Hello edja, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of “the morning after.” The beauty that lies in the haunting tones of this song are remarkable. Could you please take us into your experience working with Luca Chessa on this single? How did you originally join forces with Luca Chessa? Thank you so much. I am glad you like it. So, Luca and I have met during the lockdown, in August 2019. We both had reached a crucial point as we had gone through a few disappointments in terms of finding band members, so I started posting on Social media as a final resource and Luca started answering any post he could find. And that’s how we found each other. As per my experience working with him, I could define it as ‘perfectly in rhythm’. We have mostly worked remotely, but it didn’t stop us from creating a real bond based on music, which is the thing we both love the most. We are always in touch and discuss every single detail leaving no stone unturned. As soon as we could, we met in person and we spent 3 days recording and producing, even using some ‘alternative’ techniques to make them sound unique and our own. We literally merge, we balance each other out in terms of personality and sound. I focus on the message and Luca is able to mirror that with the instrumental side. In your own words, what does this song mean to you? Where did you seek inspiration for the creation? This song represents freedom, it is a way of expressing things that with words I couldn’t express at the moment I was going through that experience of waking up and realizing that all that was said and done, was just a means to an end. In terms of lyrics and message, I always take inspiration from my everyday life, in this case, a feeling of emptiness and at the same time resolution. The music reflects it completely. The inspiration in terms of sound came from bands such as Dream Theatre, especially for the riffs, and we mixed modern elements with classic ones, rock, and prog with orchestral sounds. The production mirrors these influences aiming at highlighting every single detail while delivering the message to the fullest. Do you find it easy to tap into your vulnerability when creating music? What inspires you to be your most creative self? Music is my way to bring something into the world, it is my way of processing the things I go through in life. Hence it is the way I tap into my vulnerabilities and I try to create value with them so that people could listen to the song and relate feeling empowered and connecting to who they are. Music is who I am, it is my core, so it has strength and vulnerabilities, and I wouldn’t dare to hide them, and it is the same with Luca. Living inspires me to be creative, living to the fullest without any filters or masks. My way of showing this is through lyrics and my voice, whether Luca does it through his guitar where he puts all of him. As said we always balance each other, he is shy in terms of lyrics and doesn’t always express himself with words, however, he gives his 100 when he is playing. As I am inspired by simply living and looking at myself and the world around me, Luca is inspired to be the most creative by always willing to challenge himself, learn new things, make new experiences and grow personally and musically through connecting with various musicians with different backgrounds. What do you think “the morning after,” says about you as an artist? How does it compare to other songs in your music catalog? This is a difficult one… ‘the morning after' is a story of something I went through, so I would say it truly represents the fact that I am human. So yes, the morning after says that I am human, hence it is about the fact that feeling all that we need to feel and express it is not only ok, but it is powerful. The song and message are relatable and it shows that being human, hence imperfect, is the most beautiful thing we as people could be, because it allows us to understand the world around us and as a consequence allows us to create. This song also defines our desire to emerge, and Luca has managed to highlight it through the heaviness of the sound, through the production, where he highlighted the most determining characteristics of the mix bringing them to the front as to give the same sense of resolution I gave with the voice, lyrics, and message. The morning after is different from the previous 2 singles as with this one we have pushed the boundaries as we wanted to go to the next level in terms of quality, sound, songwriting, production, and techniques. This song represents a new chapter as the previous 2 were expressions of an old self that had slowly managed to grow in the present person, so they have a sense of wanting to find who we are and fighting to get there, whether the morning after was written with a sense of knowing who we truly are and looking towards the future based on the awareness of what we want. So before it was a story from the past to the present, and this one is a song in the present looking at the future. (Luca always says I am utterly complicated). Instagram Facebook

The evolution-mode artist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Desarae Dee releases a dreamy instrumental with her latest single, "Love & Found." We're always excited to feature the unique, dynamic, and soulful stylings of Desarae Dee, and this time around is no exception. Through her unconventional and spontaneous piano playing, Desarae Dee has carved a rare path for herself while setting the bar incredibly high for other sonic/instrumental creatives to reach. The latest works of Desarae Dee consist of her heartfelt instrumental, "Love & Found." When speaking upon the single, Dee mentioned, "'Love and Found' is simply a tribute to the ones who found love in the face of difficult times." Getting to the goods, the single "Love & Found" opens like a whirlwind of emotions through an escalating synth that drops into Desarae Dee's soothing piano melodies. While accompanied by a down-tempo array of drum breaks and a soft spiraling synth, Desarae Dee instrumentally serenades us with the warmest of keys. Moving further into the piece, a serene string section makes its appearance and hums us into slumber with its lullaby tones and melodies. With the addition of another r&b-inspired beat drop, we must note the sonic nostalgia that Desarae Dee has placed into this piece, as her choice of synths and effects make for quite the romantic and celestial journey. We're never let down by the unique stylings of Desarae Dee, and we're sure you won't be either, as her latest single, "Love & Found," captures all the love and affection an instrumental can carry. We're enamored by your soulful and serene stylings, especially within your recent single, "Love & Found." What inspired you to sonically pay tribute to those who've found love during these unnerving times? I have been inspired by others' ability to maneuver through the restrictions that COVID-19 has brought on to build a solid connection with another person and be able to maintain it, while at times risking their lives and going against the grain to meet in person and to build on their newfound love. As someone who has struggled to find the right person to build with, it has really inspired even me to take a chance with and to open myself more to love. Because of this, I was lead to create a song that ultimately represents this and hopefully inspires others to not give up on love because of the challenging times that we are currently in and let them know that love is still possible to find even in times of difficulty. How did you create your melodies and sonics to emphasize feelings of love and passion within your recent single "Love & Found?" I actually had the main chord progressions of this song written a few years ago for piano and back then, I didn’t know what direction to go in for it. When the pandemic hit last year, that’s when I decided to give it another go and attempt to build on it. Production-wise, I explored with some synth pads as well as some electronic and R&B sounds to really give it that feeling of love and passion. We've noticed that you haven't created a full-length album since 2016. Is there any hope for a future album or EP? Or are you comfortable with your consistent singles and releases? Yes, I haven’t released another album in a while as I spent a lot of time evolving my sound as an artist, producer, and musician. Throughout the pandemic, I spent a lot of time writing, producing, and building a library of songs that I could use for the future if I did decide to release another project. I knew that I wanted to be even more consistent with my releases, so I decided to continue with releasing singles for now. I’ve thought about an album, but I’m someone who is all about timing, so I can’t really say if it will happen this year or next, but when it does happen, it will be when you least expect it ;) Seeing as you're from a city as musically diverse as Toronto, how does your sound and style stand out from others in your music scene? A lot of the artists in the Toronto music scene lean more towards R&B/Hip-Hop and although I do use some of those elements in my music, I’ve always stood out as an “outside the box” musical thinker who tests and goes against the traditional boundaries of musical genres. I believe that my ability to “genre-bend” and to think musically outside of the norm makes me stand out from others in my city. Instagram Facebook

Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and globally acclaimed vocalist Therese Curatolo lights up any room with her effervescent energy, charisma, and retro vibe. Therese Curatolo has established herself as an artist on the rise, singing alongside soul legends Stevie Wonder and Martha Reeves. Through the years, her versatile vocal power has taken her from the Metropolitan Opera to the big screen and iconic venues, like The Troubadour. She prides herself on her wit, humor, and honest approach to songwriting, as her music has been described as retro pop/funk reminiscent of HAIM, The Night Game, and Fickle Friends. Vibrant hues of mind-altering magnetism come pouring out of Therese Curatolo’s groove infused bop, “Braille.” This single happens to be the next chapter in Therese Curatolo’s retro chronicles as she has a knack for conveying her fan base to innovative soundscapes crisp with a wistful resonance. Accompanying the buoyant atmosphere of funk amalgamated rhythm that hails from the resonant bass line and definitive guitar riffs, everything about “Braille,” screams throwback. Honing in on the filmic component of this jaunty exploration through the eras, everything from Therese Curatolo’s alluring croons to the memorable fashion choices has us suddenly overusing the words groovy and rad. The Farah Faucet hair that she rocks impeccably blows in the wind as the scenes take place in a colorful outdoor landscape where the flower child can be seen showcasing her talents while bashfully busting a move in a neighborhood setting. Navigating through the reminiscent wave of 80’s inspired nostalgia dispersed in the overall composition of this song, the memorable talk box's addition sends this track into a realm of its own modern tenors as it encapsulates the essence of old-fashioned melodies. We won’t lie, we feel fully transported to the destination that Therese Curatolo has intended for us to venture to. How she portrays such a dominant character in the music video for “Braille,” not only reflects on her boisterous persona but emphasizes the creativity that pours from her as an artist. “Braille,” sends us into a simmering realm of Therese Curatolo where her undeniable vocal range extends us into new heights. Enjoy this sonic and visual pairing with a nice tall glass of iced tea, the sun beaming down on your skin and the volume turned up. Instagram Facebook

The Los Angeles-based alt-rock trio Left of the Slash leaves listeners anticipating their forthcoming album with the release of the heavy-hitting single "Call On." Taking inspiration from the sounds of psych-rock, blues, alt-rock, punk, and grunge, Left of the Slash always promises a thrill. Created by Stephen Reid Nemeroff in his hometown of NYC in 2005, Left of the Slash quickly grew into a powerhouse trio, working alongside producers like Wyn Davis, Steve Ornest, J. Randy, and Thomas Queyja. Now releasing their recent single "Call On" from their upcoming album slated to release later this year, Left of the Slash gets down and dirty on this track, demonstrating their vast influences and inspirations. While Stephen Reid Nemeroff lyrically expresses his loyalty for someone through thick and thin, the supporting instrumentals deafen our speakers with the vigor and power of rock. Hitting play on "Call On," the track begins its venture through a throbbing bassline and snazzy drum patterns. Once Nemeroff starts singing of reminding someone to call on him when they're down and out, we can't help but keep our toes tapping to the exhilarating instrumentals that begin pouring through our speakers with incredible magnetism and energy. Left of the Slash picks up the instrumentals about halfway through the track, as the supporting drums punch their way through alongside the powerful rhythm guitar and thumping bassline, pulling us deeper into this blazing tune. We adore the sonic transitions and switch-ups that Left of the Slash delivers within this track, as they keep us entirely captivated with each savory melody. Find Left of the Slash's latest single, "Call On," on all streaming platforms, and follow the trio as they prepare to release their forthcoming album later this year. Hello Left of the Slash and welcome to BuzzMusic. We're bopping our heads to every beat and break of your latest heavy single, "Call On." What inspired the song's heartfelt and passionate concept? Really appreciate you taking a liking to it. That’s a good question and hopefully, this is a decent answer. The instrumentals and the lyrics in the second part of “ Call On,” were written around 2005. I was going through a breakup and dealing with some other issues that led to a lot of introspection and internal debates. Last year, I was finishing writing and recording our debut LP “WON" and I realized the lyrics weren’t finished. I had to go back to that mindset of my single, 20-year-old self. This was an interesting experience given I’m happily married to my beautiful wife and best friend Ashley. Once I put myself back in that mindset, it just kind of poured out of me. The lyrics and theme of the song always were about portraying the internal debate of whether to move on from a feeling or to stay complacent and do nothing. The first part of the song’s lyrics and instrumentals depicts the vulnerability of a human being, where the second part of the song shows someone that has regained confidence and is ready to put the past behind them. Personally, this has always been one of my favorite songs that I’ve composed and I think it came out great... just how I imagined it in my head all these years. Seeing as the lyricism within "Call On" is rather heartfelt and emotional, why did you choose to amp up the instrumentals and contrast the expressive lyricism? At the time I was listening to a lot of 90’s hard rock and Grunge. I thought it would be cool to build up a song to really express the spectrum of emotions you deal with when debating to let something go, move on, and then what that feels like after you do move on. I’m really proud of how the song builds up and has two different movements. Or at least the progressive rock part of my brain is. I guess you can say it's our rock ballad if those still exist. Could you take us through the members within your group and what each member was responsible for during the making of "Call On?" “Call On” was played with the original Left Of The Slash lineup back in NYC circa 2005 and then re-recorded last year at The Lip Studios in downtown L.A with the great Thomas Queyja. Half of the album was recorded there and the other half was recorded at Total Access Studios in Redondo Beach with Wyn Davis and Steve Ornest. Wyn and Steve connected me with Julia Lage who plays bass and does backup vocals throughout the entire LP. She is insanely talented and just a bad-ass throwback female rockstar. I was introduced by my music older brother, Tony Santana aka J.Randy, to Alex Lugwa to play drums on the second half of the album and we really hit it off. Honestly, when you play with people this talented, they kinda have a way of getting stuff out of your head without giving them too much direction. I would say it took no more than 4 takes to nail it. Does "Call On" drop any hints as to what listeners should anticipate from your forthcoming album later this year? Yes for sure, I really think “Call On” shows the range and versatility of what Left Of The Slash represents. The more I think about it, it’s probably the most complete song I’ve ever written. I have always been fascinated by the spectrum of human emotions. Not just in the lyrics, but how instrumentals have layers and tell stories within stories. I’m very old school when it comes to music and only listen to complete albums, so I put a lot of thought into selecting the songs for our debut album 'WON.' I want to take listeners on a journey that they haven’t been on in years. What's next for you? Well first off, I think that we are getting geared up for some fucking shows, which used to be the base of all rock music like Left Of The Slash. We started recording this album a week before COVID broke out, so we have had to pivot a number of times and put a lot on hold. I’m really thankful for all I’ve been through in the last year - I feel like the world really needed to be humbled to truly appreciate the little things we took for granted. In particular live music. We are based in L. A, so it’s going to be interesting to see how the venues respond to all of this, and hopefully, we will be playing locally very soon. We are releasing the album in singles each month leading up to the full album release this fall. Our next single, “Two Minds One Head,” is dropping on 5/14 on all major DSPs worldwide. That is another one I’m very proud of and excited to share. I'm grateful that I've been inspired to write music throughout the past year, and it has kept me as sane as I can possibly be. Be on the lookout for our second album, which we are starting to record next month. Instagram Facebook

Hailing from Boston, MA, the alt-pop artist and talented singer-songwriter Amber Ais shares her deep and vulnerable emotions within her stripped-back ballad, "Pen." With a bachelor's degree from Berklee College of Music in Songwriting and an innate drive to create, Amber Ais continuously pulls tricks out of her sleeve and onto paper. Using music as a cathartic outlet, Amber Ais hopes that her honest songwriting will remind listeners that their emotions are far more than valid. Expanding on her recent release, "Pen," Amber Ais shares a reflective acoustic ballad where she elaborates on how she might be writing too many songs about a specific person. Accompanied by nothing but a bright acoustic guitar and her heavenly harmonies, the piece truly makes for a gratifying experience. As we begin listening to "Pen," the piece begins with Amber Ais's soothing and tranquil acoustic guitar picking, setting the song's passionate and emotional atmosphere. What grabs our attention is Amber Ais's ability to get straight to the point within her lyricism, as she makes her vocal appearance with lyrics like "I think I write too many songs about you, I don't think my ink could live without you." Although Amber Ais defines as an alternative-pop artist, this song seems to offer various deep and heartfelt country elements, similar to the stylings of Kacey Musgraves and Maren Morris. Towards the song's second half, Amber Ais shares her bright and lush vocal stylings alongside her chilling harmonies that end the song with boundless bliss. Take a minute to reflect on Amber Ais's emotional single, "Pen," and discover the rest of her expansive discography on all digital streaming platforms. We're genuinely impressed with your in-depth and meaningful lyricism within your latest ballad, "Pen." What inspired you to write a song surrounding the many songs you've written for a specific person? I wrote this song because I had a dream about one of my exes. It was super bizarre but kinda funny. We met up at a water park and went down a water slide together and I remember that in the dream I said, "What are you doing here?" and he replied, "I was just in the area." It was so weird, and I woke up and I thought that I would just write a song about it because it was too funny not to. But then I thought, I had so many songs about this particular guy already! But I ended up writing about how much I write about him. It's kinda meta haha but I think that it came out well. Some people just make for good content. It doesn't mean that I am still in love with them but I think sometimes they become significant to you because they were part of your life. I choose to just write about the things that actually happen because I think it helps me connect with other people. We all have an ex that kind of ruined our lives for some reason. Why did you choose to have the instrumentals within "Pen" consist of a solo acoustic guitar? Do you feel that the sole acoustic guitar made the song that much more authentic? To me, I felt like I wanted the lyrics to be highlighted and I didn't want anything to take away from the lyrical aspects of it and wanted it to sound like it was like a piece of my diary. Could you tell us about the recording process for "Pen?" Did you work with any other creatives, or was this song entirely solo? Actually, I recorded it by myself in my bedroom and gave it to my producer, Ghreg Louis, to just put some Melodyne on and I'm really proud of how it came out! I wanted it to sound bare as if I was just writing a song in my room and decided I would invite people there sonically. What should listeners associate you and your music with? What do you promise to serve listeners through each of your releases? I kinda brand myself as a wholesome sad girl because that's literally who I am as a person. I'm a Christian so it's always gonna be wholesome but also relatable and I don't believe that I have to be explicit in order to relate to the hearts of people. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but for me, I just like writing in a way that is authentic to myself as a human. Another thing is that people have always told me that I always write songs that are relatable and sound genuine to me. So I guess my promise is that my music is always going to be sad, wholesome, and relatable haha What can fans anticipate next from you? They can anticipate MORE music in the near future! TONS more. I have a lot cooked up for this year and I'm happy to share my heart and experiences with people. I want to be honest with myself in my art and I hope that being vulnerable lets people know they're not alone in those emotions. Instagram Twitter

Established in 2000 in Boston, MA, the indie pranksters SeepeopleS have been a band for 21 years. The band, which is the brainchild of bandleader/songwriter/producer Will Bradford, has released 5 full-length albums and 2 EPs on their own imprint, RascalZRecordZ. It would be an accurate statement to say that there might not be a single band on the planet that covers as much ground musically, or traverses through as many musical universes as the genre warping SeepeopleS does. Fresh off the release of the tantalizing “It Feels Heavy,” this is the second single to be placed in the ears of the public from their imminent album and eighth studio release, ‘Field Guide For Survival In This Dying World.’ Buttery vocals immediately grace your speakers as you hear the exhilarating croons speak into your soul. Colliding with the diverse intensity that hails from the frolicking amalgamation of the musical components, there’s something so sacred about the way each respective element is woven together. The tight drum patterns, warm acoustic strums, and electric synths transition from an intimate soundscape that welcomes you into a heartfelt embrace, to a reality-driven amplification that sends a surge of textured distortion through your speakers. Taking abstract cinema to a newfound dimension, SeepeopleS teamed up with Jack Powell from Opus Thimble Studios in order to create such a forward representation of Terry Gillam animations that take us back to the Monty Python days. Each scene is intricately laced together as we embark on a journey through the narrative portrayed. "It Feels Heavy," also features the accompaniment of lush vocals from Brooke Binion of theWorst and Nate Edgar from Nth Power and John Brown’s Body serving up the resonated bass line. Capturing our attention through a robust offering of evocative tenors dipped in experimental melodies, SeepeopleS sets the tone for their forthcoming album ‘Field Guide For Survival In This Dying World.’ The pairing of the sonic and visual component for “It Feels Heavy,” has us floored. We love the Alternative vibes that you serve up. Focusing on the music video, what is the narrative that you’re portraying through the striking abstract series of scenes offered up? How does it tie into the sonic component? I wrote the song as a pretty simple effort to try and make a few folks close to me, feel better. They, just like everyone else recently, were really struggling. As far as the visual work, I learned a long time ago that it was much more fun and interesting to hand the reins over to a real visual artist. I've been so lucky over the years to work with some great artists in collaboration, and Jack Powell, who animated the video, who is quite the musician himself (see Hot Mustard sound), did an amazing job bringing the song to life and I'll let him answer this one... "The stones and the sea monster represent anxiety and stress. The scenes with the animals are about letting all of the stress and anxiety that people tend to pick up on their journey go for a bit and let loose." -Jack Powell (Hot Mustard, Opus Thimble)- You worked some wonderful names to bring this vision to life, how did each person contribute to the overall essence of “It Feels Heavy?" The song is a family affair for sure. I am close friends with Jack's sister and have been listening to his music for a while now, and was lucky to have her show me some of his animated work, and I was floored. I knew Jack was very familiar with SeepeopleS through his sister, and quite frankly, I lucked out in finding another artist dead set on making something different, and something truly weird and engaging. I think he nailed it. Musically, I've been working with co-producer Will Holland for over two decades. He's been my partner and mentors now for as long as I've been making music seriously, and he never bats down an idea I throw at him, however ridiculous and ill-advised the vision may be, ha! On backing vocals, I enlisted (bribed) the help of my bandmate Brooke Binion from my other band that keeps me super busy these days, theWorst. Nate Edgar plays in a band called The Nth Power that I produced recently, and formerly with my favorite American reggae band, and good friends, John Brown's Body. To be fair, I at least do my best to feed them for contributions and make sure no one has to be embarrassed about being involved with the song, mostly. With your forthcoming album ‘Field Guide For Survival In This Dying World,’ set to be released later this year, what can you tell us about the project? Again, a family affair. Will Holland and I have been working on the album since 207 and had covid not happened, we had planned to release it in 2020, in time for SeepeopleS' 20th anniversary. A cast of usual suspects, as far as contributing musicians from various albums of the past have been kind enough to pitch in again. This also had a lot to do with covid, honestly. Being off the road for a period of time, first time in quite some time, I actually had the time to reach out and reconnect with some of my good friends that normally, are all out on separate tours, and often years go by before we get a chance to speak or play or record together, or just plain hang. Musically, the album is sort of an escape to a long-running narrative in all of the SeepeopleS albums, which is essential, "how do you find the right way through a world you think is wrong?." It took me a long time to find my own way, and I'm constantly reminded of the friends and loved ones who didn't make it, who weren't so lucky. Essentially, the album is a musical love letter to them, and everyone likes them, and maybe that means everyone period. How does “It Feels Heavy,” play into the theme of the album? What inspired you to make this the second single from the body of work? The song was the last song I wrote for the record, and the only song was written in the last year, during the quarantine. As difficult and isolating the whole experience was for all of us, I think there was an awakening to the world we live in, collectively, through this joint human experience, I think a lot of people became more sensitive, maybe even hyper-aware, of the burdens we carry through this life, whether by choice or imposed upon us, and both individually and universally. For the first time in a long time, I think we all really felt things together, and some of what we felt, wasn't good, and certainly wasn't easy to talk or think about. These are always the things I try to write about because it makes me feel connected to something bigger, even and sometimes even especially when that something is suffering. Both the first single, Blink and It Feels Heavy ended up being the first singles because they were both intended to make someone or anyone feels better by accepting, first and foremost, that they essentially might have to feel worse first, might have to feel fear first, and confronting those fears is a matter of spiritual survival, especially in times like these and a world as chaotic as now. Most importantly, sometimes you will fail at being your best when confronting the worst, and that is absolutely ok and normal. You are not alone, we are not alone. End of Rant! Instagram Facebook