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Gracing our ears once again with her transcendent vocal stylings, the Brooklyn-based up-and-coming pop artist and singer-songwriter Bri Zoli releases her latest chilling single, "Falling." While her music captures the essence of heritage through dark classical overtones drenched in modern electronic soundscapes, Bri Zoli is continually seeking new opportunities to broaden her musical horizons. Now planning to release her debut EP later this year, listeners should expect to get sonically swept off their feet. More recently, Bri Zoli released her emotional and fragile single entitled "Falling." Throughout this delicate piece, Bri Zoli delivers a unique blend of pop and electronic through the sonics' natural ambiance. Not to mention her relatable and heartfelt lyrical message of wishing to go back in time to better days, Bri Zoli channels her deepest inner emotions while winning us over with ease. "Falling" begins with plucky electric guitars and samples of rain falling on a window. Once Bri Zoli starts vocalizing her deep and groaning emotions regarding a broken relationship, she puts her audience in this state of transcendence through her brilliant vocal layering and otherworldly harmonies. Floating alongside the delicate production, this track truly captures all the love and desire one can experience. The song's atmosphere and ambiance are truly superb, as Bri Zoli continues her melodic journey while letting us into the emotions that linger in her mind. We're head over heels for the soothing and calming sonics, as they perfectly complement Bri Zoli's angelic vocal stylings the entire way through. Feast your ears on Bri Zoli's emotional single, "Falling," and prepare yourself for her debut EP, slated to release later this year. We're always enamored by your vocal stylings and melodic tones, and your latest single, "Falling," is no exception. What inspired you to create this heavily emotional piece? Thank you so much! A few years ago, when I started teaching myself the basics of production, I would play around with different sounds and ideas for hours (and I still do). I came up with a simple synth chord progression and really loved where it was going; it ended up being the main guitar progression on the final version of the song! I created a demo that night with lyrics and melodies fully laid out. I love when this happens; oftentimes, I'll get a surge or rush of creative energy that comes over me and pushes me into a really deep flow state. It's almost like I have to drop everything that I'm doing to get this idea out that needs to be found, and I won't stop until I find it. When I get into that state, I naturally create from the deepest part of myself. I think that emotion shines through in Falling in a really special way. How did you write your lyricism within "Falling" to not only tell your story but to allow others to relate? I tend to write in a way that's less literal and more poetic and interpretable. I gravitate towards this style of writing because it leaves open space for listeners to think and insert their own personal stories between the lines. There's a beautiful mysteriousness to it, and the writer in me loves telling a story without literally mentioning the main theme. I also love to write free-form poetry that follows a more ambiguous approach, which has definitely positively affected my songwriting style. Could you expand on your creative process for the chilling sonics within "Falling"? Did you work with any producers to achieve such a thorough and transcendent sound? I brought the demo of "Falling" to my friend and producer, Ben Cina, after meeting at an ASCAP Songwriters Workshop back in 2019. We put a lot of thought into how we were going to execute the track so that the emotion would stay intact and translate well. I'm so happy with where we landed; the vocals have an emotional and dark quality, accompanied by edgy and electronic soundscapes. Seeing as you've released two sweet-sounding singles, should we expect the songs to have a spot on your forthcoming EP? Will you present themes within the EP similar to your released songs? I'm still working through what songs will make the EP, so TBD on that! I will say there are many new songs in the works that I'm SO excited about. It'll be hard to choose which to release first! I've been working on my EP with Sam Bierman, and we're really creating something magical. We're taking our time to fully develop the EP, so it encapsulates my art in the truest way possible. Sam and I have really worked together to hone in on how to best showcase my sound and style, and we've definitely found the sweet spot. The EP will definitely be on track with the feel of "Falling," and there's a notable common thread throughout my singles that will tie into my EP's sound. Can't wait to share it sometime soon :) What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? In addition to "Falling," I have another single coming out this summer called "Sundress," so stay tuned! Instagram Facebook Soundcloud

Montreal-based pianist, singer-songwriter, and audio engineer LOF pair up with the classically trained violinist Kayiri for their epic electronic soundscape entitled "Chaos." After graduating from Recording Arts Canada in Montreal, it wasn't long until LOF found herself creating music through vast genres like jazz, hip-hop, world music, and her regular electronic music. On the other hand, violinist Kayiri has gotten to know the ins and outs of classical performance through touring across Quebec, Ontario, France, Senegal, Morocco, the United States, and Brazil. Elaborating on their latest collaboration, "Chaos," LOF mentioned that she felt inspired to create this piece of reflection when the globe suddenly shut down last year. She also suggested that it calls on society to elevate our consciousness to find balance and equity. Hitting play on their single, "Chaos," we're met with Kayiri's chilling and haunting violin strings, serenading us with intensity and heavy doses of introspection. Balancing out Kayiri's instrumentals are LOF's deep and dark electronic arrangements, fueling the sonics with airy drum breaks, windy pads, and an overall dominant atmosphere. Reaching the halfway point, Kayiri's violin continues singing its orchestral melodies while floating alongside LOF's groaning synths and crisp drum breaks. Without a dull moment throughout this entire instrumental, Kayiri and LOF introduce us to a whole new style of music as they merge classic elements with the future's horizons. Get to know the dynamic stylings of LOF and Kayiri through their latest cinematic collaboration, "Chaos," now available on all streaming platforms. We're truly impressed with the overall outcome of your unique instrumental, "Chaos." How did you create your sonics to offer this state of reflection to your listeners? One of my favorite things when composing and mixing is to play with textures! In the case of Chaos, I used a combination of analog synthesizers and virtual instruments to bring us into that turbulent world. Adding to that the wonderful violin of Kayiri to complete the sound! For the rest, I only try to transmit what I want freely. Not limiting myself to any genre, time limit, tonality, or anything like that. What drew you to the violin stylings of Kayiri to collaborate with on your single, "Chaos?" How did this unique collaboration occur? I knew Kayiri from our teenage years, we used to compete against each other in track and field competitions! After many years of not being in contact, we met again during a show at La Place des Arts, she was playing violin and I was mixing FOH. We reconnected and talked about life, music, and the possibility of doing a collaboration. A couple of weeks later I was sending my beat to Kayiri and she did something amazing with it! She really understood my emotions and the violin melodies she added are poignant! When mixing your single, "Chaos," how were you able to balance Kayiri's cinematic violin with your deep and intense sonics? What did your creative process look like? When I create, I really start from a mood and I follow my flow from there. For the mix, it was the same thing. I followed the song where it brings me. My creative process is really free and liberating for me. I try not to impose myself on any restrictions. I don’t want to think of technical things… I just want to express what I feel at that precise moment. Would you say that singles like "Chaos" are a usual sound for your brand? Do you typically create such intense and dark-sounding electronic music? I definitely do electronic… and dark mood too! haha, my style is a bit eclectic. I can easily switch from a genre to another, or even mix different styles. But one thing most of my compositions have in common is being dark and electro! For those who know me, I’m a happy person to be around and I try to take life on the bright side. But I love using music to express the dark side of me -because we all have one! - haha. What can we expect to see next from you? Chaos is part of a coming up micro-EP of 3 songs called The End Of The Petrol Era. All of the songs in the EP are collaborations with female Canadian artists! For the two other titles, I have two singers/songwriters collaborating singing on it: Naghmeh and Selci. I also have a collaboration with the French rapper and artist Miki Bangs that is on the way! LOF Instagram Kayiri Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Deerfield Drive is comprised of Justine Wenzel and Brandon Armes, cousins and now bandmates. Justine Wenzel was born and raised in the Rochester, NY area and in fact, grew up on the street for which the band is named, Deerfield Drive. A singer since youth, she performed at church, with family, and with her brother Ben Armes who is another staple of the Rochester music scene with learning bands Like Vintage and Old Fame. Brandon Armes grew up near the beach in Oxnard, CA, near Ventura, CA. He would visit Rochester through the years to spend time with his cousins Justine and Ben. Brandon came up in the local Metal and hardcore scene and rotated in and out of several bands throughout his youth. With the two making up Deerfield Drive, their most recent single, "Hindsight," has them advancing in a unique route that differs from the musical creations they have been known for. "Hindsight" approaches an Electro, Indie-Pop atmosphere as the effervescent tones simmer heavily in a funk-fueled universe. Transitioning between the entrancing slow-tempo chord progressions of the warm acoustic aspects, we're slowly transported into a danceable vibrancy that has us out of our seats while adapting to the lyrical feast that is delivered in the songwriting techniques disbursed. The welcoming timbres overflow from Justine Wenzel's vocalization has us lifted and intrigued by each word she displays. Brandon Armes's lyrical content embodies the precise formula of time and spatial ratios that create this larger-than-life ambiance as Justine Wenzel sheds a dynamic range of melodies that easily rest in your soul and mind. Deerfield Drive conveys a well-rounded offering of artistic talents and versatility as the dynamism oozing from the duo have you gushing over their creative genius, drowning the canvas of your thoughts. Creating timeless bodies of work that launch the broadcast of heightened senses, "Hindsight" has us absorbed by the new-fangled sound that Deerfield Drive is exploring in their sonic expeditions. What prompted you to explore this series of new sounds in the music that you create? We were really inspired by upbeat musical elements. We wanted it to stand out, to call out, and speak to what everyone is processing now during the global pandemic but in an uplifting way with a "let it all go" kind of energy. What does this song mean to the two of you as a collective? We wanted it to cultivate more positivity, and for listeners to focus on where we have the potential to go amid a pandemic. For us, it was based on personal experiences really struggling with the solitude, loneliness, anxiety, and the distance that we were all suddenly thrust into. Could you please take us into the creative process that you embarked on when bringing this song to life? Our songwriting process we feel is where the magic is. Brandon has a musical vision and Justine brings it to life with lyrics and melody. Combined, magic ensues quickly with entire songs taking shape within just a couple of hours. We are adding all the elements that make it unique, we share what we are hearing in our heads and are totally open to trying new things and being bold in the discovery of that “IT” factor. How does “Hindsight,” hold up to a previously released song in your music catalog? Hindsight is so different from anything we have done yet. It has a pop feel and is heavy on the electronic sounds, with a lightness to it. The lyrics though are deep and relatable. Previous releases finally came home and up to something were much more contemplative and then laid back and fun respectively. Hindsight is decidedly full of energy and meant to stay in your head all day putting a smile on your face and a pep in your step. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? We are inspired by the vulnerability in human beings, experiencing the full range of emotions and using music as a powerful area to channel the anxious energy we both have. We have been so inspired by our past experiences and choose to graciously work through them publicly with the release of our songs. We are excited to see what comes next. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Redefining the definition of being an enigma, Boston-bred, Nashville-based Indie singer/songwriter vern has always been a self-proclaimed black sheep. Acutely aware of her unremitting journey with anxiety and depression, vern is committed to providing music to speak her candid truth, yet always remaining hopeful. Her delicate delivery of both a fresh, forward Pop sound and subtle Rock nostalgia draws the ear of young dreamers and old souls alike. Creating an ethereal environment that plays upon reverberated drum hits, warm acoustic guitar chords strummed, and an impeccable balance of time and spatial ratios, vern presents listeners with her latest single, “twenty-5.” Tapping into the thesis which transmits a message about the growing pains between your late teens and early twenties, vern illuminates the wistful hues of her story in an intricate lyrical offering that touches on a young person’s life when they are still trying to figure it out and have fun but are facing the responsibilities of being an adult for the first time. The delicate yet prevailing tendencies that her striking vocalization carries have us falling into her passionate radiance of genuinely visceral delivery. The manner in which her heavenly timbres cascade with the mid to up-tempo instrumentation have us feeling the thorough representation of her brilliant imagery as our senses are heightened in this sonic expedition. “twenty-5,” takes the maturity of Vern's sound to an extended level where we find all can relate to the tenors she reiterates. She is a seamless concoction of dark meets light, and nostalgia meets present-day timbres as we sip on the intricate ballads that she places forth to her listeners far and wide. Be sure to take in all that is vern and her latest single “twenty-5,” as you sink into your seat and appreciate the music. Welcome to BuzzMusic, vern, we love the sounds heard in your latest single, “twenty-5.” Could you please take us into what the creative process looked like when bringing this single to life? Hi! Thank you so much for having me! My creative process for my music as a whole focuses on my life experiences and center on lyrics. Usually, I mess around on the guitar with a verse or chorus and write the rest of the song simultaneously. This song in particular was inspired by a conversation I had with my mom, which I explain below, at the crossroads of a very difficult time in my life. I was dealing with depression and burnout and starting to question when does this “seeking” ends. Twenty-5 is really a stream of consciousness of all my thoughts and confusion that kinda just danced into the song as lyrics. After I did a demo, I sent it over to my producer for this track Gustie and we really leaned into the moody teen aesthetic that's associated with a diary entry. I wanted this song to sound bright and pop-forward but feel a little melancholy but always with a glimmer of hope. I really like songs that are sneaky smart, aka really catchy hooks with a deeper meaning and I feel like this song really does that. Pleasant to listen to or to cope with - whatever the case the song can be there for you. I always make it a priority to write about my life but make it relatable to the listener. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from the themes and messages presented in this track? I want listeners to feel like they are not alone in their journey to find their purpose. From the outside and social media, everyone seems so “put together” but truthfully that’s not the case. Everyone has facets in their own life that are unknown, unsure, or even frustrating/sad - some people are just better at putting on a face. Social media can cause major imposter syndrome and I occasionally find myself questioning myself and my choices after scrolling through tastemakers and my peers for a while. For so long I worried I was alone feeling confused about what I wanted to do or what I SHOULD do next,- I legitimately thought I was going insane. After some time and some amazing friends, I realized I’m not alone in feeling a little lost and that everyone deals with these questions at this weird pre-adult/adult time in life. And it’s 100% okay to be lost for a little while, I know I am. Do you have a favorite lyric in "twenty-5?" Yeah, it’s the opening line, “Wish I could say it’s easier, the older that you get. The more bills in your mailbox, the less things make sense.” The entire song was actually inspired by this first line, it was from a passing conversation I had with my mom a few months before I wrote the song. I was complaining about all these credit cards “offers” I didn’t sign up for and medical bills in my mail and she kinda laughed and was like “yeah mail isn’t fun when you’re an adult 95% of the time.” Even though responsibilities and adult “things” came knocking on my door all of a sudden it feels like I’m walking around with a blindfold on; nothing makes sense even though everyone’s “got my number.” With each artist's creative process varying in how they tell a story, does “twenty-5,” directly relate to you? Twenty-5 is pretty much what an entry in my journal would look like if you got your hands on it, haha. I am 22 years old living independently in a city working a 9-5 desk job and trying to figure out exactly what’s happening and what my next steps are. I’ve always taken life so seriously and been career and goal-oriented for as long as I can remember, I feel like I missed out on having fun in my teens and in college. But now that I am on my own I find myself working like a dog during the day but then at night experimenting with nightlife and drinking heavily and realizing that I can’t continue this lifestyle and waking up in the morning forever. Not to mention from the lifestyle, your body goes through changes and you struggle with body image and self-identity so hard at this age. At this stage of life, you begin to wonder what your next moves are, or if you should even be planning and totally lean into the hot mess by living in the moment. I have always put end goals and deadlines on things, and 25 years old always seemed so “old” when I was a kid in shows and movies. And now that I’m coming up on 25 myself it feels like I won’t be halfway to where I “should be” by that time. I am a HUGE over thinker and I constantly think about my parents and family and what they want for me; truthfully I have made every decision to be “safe” and “smart” and done what I “should” do. But truthfully I am still wondering why even though I’ve followed every piece of advice that I still feel sad and confused, and most of all wanting to completely cause chaos. What happens to be the best piece of advice that you can give your listeners when tackling the themes of “twenty-5?" Everyone’s journey is different; some people are killing it by the time they’re in their mid-twenties some are still figuring it out. I believe everyone is continually trying to “figure it out” their entire life. I want my listeners to be easier and kinder on themselves; the comparison is the killer to joy. Just stay on your path and live in the moment as much as you can. I’ve learned you really can’t waste energy worrying about the “what if’s” to complete the “right now” with your full potential. Also, ladies, when you turn 20 your “woman” body changes so much and NO ONE tells you that - so it’s ok if your favorite jeans are different now. Instagram Facebook

Soaring in from Brighton, UK, the alternative-pop band Stranger Girl drops a heavily relatable single with their latest striking release, "Spitballing." With tunes recognized by the BBC, Louder Than War, and A&R Factory, Stranger Girl has demonstrated time and time again that their sound is entirely authentic and genuine. With their debut EP on the rise, Stranger Girl now releases the project's second single. Gearing up for their debut EP with their latest single, "Spitballing," Stranger Girl offers sounds similar to Blondie and The Strokes, intertwined with nerd-pop groups like Indoor Pets and Weezer. With explosive melodies and honest lyrics, Stranger Girl takes us through themes of anxiety, self-doubt, and navigating life in your twenties. Right off the bat, "Spitballing" blasts us with power and elements of past pop-rock acts that blew us away. Through a heavy-hitting introduction, the song takes off with energy while lead vocalist Melissa begins singing of our repetitive days and wondering which step to take from here. We can hear a magnetic merge of pop-punk, alternative, pop, and rock through this exciting single, as Stranger Girl keeps the song's energy at a high with their unexpected transitions and fiery melodies. While Melissa continues singing of her inner-turmoil, she ends the song off on a positive note and reminds listeners to hold onto hope. Throughout this single, Stranger Girl offers an invigorating feel and atmosphere that keeps us wanting more. Find Stranger Girl's recent single, "Spitballing," on all digital streaming platforms, and prepare your ears for the band's debut EP later this month. We must start by saying how thoroughly impressed we are by the tenacity and power you've brought with your single, "Spitballing." How did the creation of this song come about? Was your band collectively inspired to create this single? Thank you! This single actually just started from myself (Melissa) writing the melody and lyrics on guitar. Then once I felt like it had some potential, I brought it to the guys who took it and ran with it. During the demoing period, Joe created the opening synth hook which really brought it to life. Then in rehearsal studios we spent ages all together figuring out the best way around the 5/4 section, we were inspired to do something a bit different from our usual song structure and edited the outro a lot until we were happy with it! Overall it was very much a team effort on all sides of the band. Could you break down the members of your band and who handled the songwriting process for "Spitballing?" How did you write your lyrics to be universally relatable? The band is made up of myself on lyrics, melody and rhythm guitar, Joe Perry on bass and synth, James Bush on drums, and Andrew Cheeseman on lead guitar. In terms of who handled this particular creative process, it definitely felt like a collective project that we grew together. It started with ideas for melody and lyrics and we went from there. The lyrical process normally just starts with me wanting to vent about something! In this case, I was just so frustrated with the struggle of pursuing goals and dreams that are just out of reach. I think if it’s something I’m going through there might be others out there feeling the same way, and hopefully, they will resonate with the words. How did your band come across such powerful and unique instrumentals for "Spitballing?" Were the instrumentals born from a jam session or a more intricate process? When we first started demoing the track, we knew we wanted it to sound a little bit different from our other songs. We had a couple of journalists say they could hear a pop-punk element in our sound, so we decided to try exploring this aspect of our songwriting. We thought it’d be great to have a really instant, explosive hook for the intro and layered a load of synths in the vein of Paramore’s ‘After Laughter’ album and Indoor Pets’ ‘Be Content’. This was one of the first times we branched out a bit more beyond the instruments within the band, which had the effect of creating a different flare for this single. What's next for you? Once ‘Spitballing’ is released, our next big venture is the campaign for the EP, which will be coming out during the Summer! We can’t wait to finally share what we’ve been working on. Following this, we’d love to get back on the gig circuit as soon as we can and are in the early stages of planning a 2022 tour. Fingers crossed everything will be back up and running - as we’ve missed live performance more than anything else! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Launching their vivid journey through the cosmos, the genre-bending collective Astral Voyage teams up with The Big Electric Orchestra for their latest single, "Fear No More." Following the single "Fear No More," Astral Voyage is headed towards the release of their debut album, 'Our Heart.' Collaborating with The Big Electric Orchestra for this single and the forthcoming album, the orchestra consists of 39 trailblazing musicians from around the world. Focusing on our chakra and the human condition for their latest single, "Fear No More," Astral Voyage mentioned that the song takes listeners through the grounding nature of our root chakra while leaving us empowered and up for any adventure. Beginning our venture into the celestials with "Fear No More," the track opens with a narrator explaining the depths of understanding fear and how to conquer it. While the broad blend of electronic/organic instrumentals begins pouring through our speakers with heightened energy, the large and pounding beat drops while leaving us in awe of the heavy and intricate arrangements. Featuring on "Fear No More" is the Netherlands-based vocalist Chanti, who sings a smooth and empowering message of finding a light at the end of the tunnel. While a groovy house beat sets in, the featured saxophonist Boyce Griffith sweetens the song with the utmost soul alongside The Big Electric Orchestra's exhilarating and cinematic appeal. Get your groove on with Astral Voyage's latest single, "Fear No More," and let the single dispel any fear from your days. Catch Astral Voyage's forthcoming album 'Our Heart' later this year. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Astral Voyage, we love the energy and power you've delivered through your latest single, "Fear No More." What inspired your group to write a song about overcoming fear and the challenges in doing so? Thank you! The song was originally inspired by a poem written by Jason's step-father about overcoming fear. The goal of this song and the whole album has been to write music with a message that is a reflection of the times. In today's world, fear has a grip on society and is holding many back from fulfilling their purpose and true potential. When accepting and knowing that one has fear and where it stems from, one can then truly overcome it. As the narrator of the song says, "Knowledge is the dispeller of fear. It breaks it up, makes it fade. Understanding is oh so near." How did the creative process go about for "Fear No More" when collaborating with The Big Electric Orchestra, Boyce Griffith, and Chanti? How long was the song in the making? The song was actually written 5 years ago when our Creative Director Jason was in college. During that time was when Boyce Griffith recorded his sax solo while Jason and Boyce were college roommates. It went through many iterations and revisions over the years. We recorded the orchestra in Spain with a full big band horn section and many other people from all around the world. While in Europe, Jason met Chanti and she laid down the vocals as Jason was returning to the United States. Our creative process was based on combining many different worlds of music into one track from the roots of blues and jazz to orchestral to high-energy electronic. Overall, the creative goal for this song was to create a musical experience that illustrates the energy of the Root Chakra. Throughout your forthcoming album, 'Our Heart,' will you touch on more empowering themes? Do you expand on different chakras of the body as well? Absolutely! 'Our Heart' symbolizes a journey through the essence of the human condition and each song of the album is representative of one of the seven major chakras. Some of the themes the music will exemplify are coming in touch with creative power, a manifestation of one's purpose, universal love, self-expression, and much more! Could you break down the members within your group and what listeners should expect when listening to your music? Astral Voyage: The Big Electric Orchestra consists of many members scattered around the globe. We have 7 woodwind players, 8 brass players, a full rhythm section of drums, electric bass, electric guitar, piano, and many members on MIDI keyboards, synthesizers, and electronic controllers. We also have 2 violinists, a viola player, a cellist, and a harpist. Along with the instrumentalists, there are 5 rappers and 14 singers!!! Finally, the band is conducted by Jason Faust when live performances were happening. We hope to get back to the stage soon! Up next on our release schedule is the rest of the album! We will be releasing each track once a month. Coming in April is the song based on the Sacral Chakra called Flowin' and much more to come after! Instagram Facebook

Hailing from New York, New Jersey, the pop/r&b artist, and singer-songwriter Mia Grace brings the industry to a halt with her latest empowering single, "Wait." Daughter of the renowned artist Prince Be of P.M. Dawn and industry mogul Mary Serra, Mia Grace was bound to live a musical life. Inspired by her father, Aaliyah, Rihanna, and Minnie Riperton, Mia Grace aims to make a significant and memorable impact on our modern music industry. Doing so with her powerful single, "Wait," it would be an understatement to say that Mia Grace stops us dead in our tracks. Through her highly empowering lyricism that exclaims nothing but self-love and confidence, Mia Grace floats alongside the tender r&b production and proves her worthwhile talent. "Wait" begins with punchy bass kicks and haunting background synths. Once the crisp drum breaks enter the song alongside Mia Grace's heavenly vocal stylings, the track takes off with endless heat. Mia Grace touches on more of an empowering lyrical theme that stands out from day-to-day r&b tracks, as she reminds the boys to wait in line while she falls deeper in love with herself. The sweet and savory production blasts us into the celestials through the fiery drum breaks, melodic synths, and the groaning basslines that pierce our speakers with desire and lust. Mia Grace's vocals are genuinely enamoring, as she makes her way to the outro alongside her soothing vocal layering and harmonies, ending this self-assured anthem with the utmost grace and beauty. Don't "Wait" to discover Mia Grace's latest single, and let the pop/r&b artist remind you of self-love. Find the empowering anthem on all digital streaming platforms. Let us start by saying how much we genuinely appreciate the empowering themes you've touched on within your latest single, "Wait." What inspired you to create an anthem for self-love? Well, I try to write songs that are of this theme but I try to not overdo it because I hate when someone just sounds arrogant but this song leans towards a bit of cockiness. I just wanted that bossy femme attitude. I don't have any song with this kind of dialogue, I found it really refreshing and fun and definitely uplifting. Seeing as your lyricism within "Wait" is incredibly charismatic and confident, was it easy to write your lyricism? What did you want your audience to take away from your words? "Wait" took me a few hours one day, I heard a bass line ( now changed ) and came up with the pre-chorus and chorus. Then that set the tone for me and I had a lot of fun with the verses. I just wanted listeners to have fun and lean into that kind of confident narrative. Did you work alongside any producers when creating the sonics for your single "Wait?" What sort of atmosphere and feel did you want to capture within this piece? Yes, Myk Groov. He is the producer of Stuck and a lot of my other songs coming out. The opening lyrics being really strong he was feeling a fun west coast vibe to compliment the energy of the words and theme. Are you usually one to create such empowering self-love anthems? How does "Wait" reflect your artistic brand and what you stand for? "Wait" is a good representation of my brand, although it's a bit cockier than my normal dialogue. I just want people to have fun and be confident. A lot of my other songs mainly talk about love for others and yourself as well as being comfortable in whatever your feeling or stage in life you are. Instagram Artist Website #BUZZMUSIC

Kacey Fifield is an award-winning singer-songwriter out of Los Angeles who inspires individuals with her empowering and kind singles that dive into emotions and obstacles that many can relate to. Being only 16, Fifield's previous singles have already been selected for various awards, performed at indie festivals, and top of the charts, which is remarkable. Although she may be young, her new single "Confused" dives deeper into her inner passion as she struggles to understand her emotions. Using her ability to play the piano to enhance this single, Fifield has created an instrumental masterpiece that perfectly combines soft, sad energy with a growing and powerful vocal presence. Each light, lyrical combination dives into an emotional journey in which Fifield is unsure of what the future might bring after she's cried away all of the tears. Each stricter piano beat enhances the track's movement, and it compliments each rolling melody. Kacey's ability to instill hope within other listeners, young and old, is remarkable. Still, above that, her participation in a youth leadership committee and children's hospital aid makes her not just a great musician but an inspiring individual that children can look up to as they experience the difficult task of growing up. Can you start by walking us through what the production process was like while writing and recording your single “Confused?" Writing "Confused," I wanted to describe the struggles that various people, including myself, are facing during the currently overwhelming circumstances caused by the pandemic. The idea for the chorus first came to me while I was brushing my teeth! From there, I worked on the lyrics to the rest of the parts of the song and produced it with Robbie Rosen. I recorded it from the safety of my own home and am so grateful that I get to share this song with the world! You mentioned that this single fits quite simply with current emotion pop singles like those of Olivia Rodrigo, do you have any other artists you feel your single fit with? I definitely think that "Confused" is similar to a lot of Conan Gray songs in the way that it explores human emotions and speaks from a very personal point of view regarding struggles and experiences. I also see "Confused" relating to some songs by Taylor Swift, because she also sings about human struggles. Since you have been releasing singles beginning at the young age of 10, how do you think your style and musical ability have evolved over the years and has there been anyone who has significantly contributed to that growth? I have certainly seen myself improve vocally and overall as a songwriter! The subjects I sing about now are a bit different as I've grown a lot as a person these past few years. Ricardo Padua, my music producer, and Robbie Rosen, my vocal coach, both played large roles in my musical growth and I am extremely thankful to them for their support throughout my journey. You mentioned you play piano and guitar, are there any other instruments you have been eager to try and why? I would love to try playing the ukelele! I believe it is such a beautiful instrument that gives off such great vibes. Another instrument or a set of instruments that I am interested in are drums! I tried it once or twice and I loved how much power you can get from playing. What can listeners expect next? I am still writing as always! I actually have a very exciting, new song in the works that will come out later this Spring. Also, hoping for an EP later this year. Stay tuned! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Los Angeles-based R&B/Pop artist Hailey Livingston release a deftly-edited music video for her atmospheric single, "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES." A poet turned singer-songwriter; Hailey Livingston released her debut r&b/pop album entitled 'CLAP BACK' in 2019. More recently, throughout 2020, Hailey Livingston dropped twenty singles under her label Prismatic Entertainment. Now releasing her self-filmed/edited music video for her wavy single, "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES," viewers can catch Hailey Livingston living her best life amongst the crisp winter air. With seamless editing and psychedelic effects, the entire video genuinely delivers an authentic and unique approach to videography. Opening the music video for "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES" are silent shots of nature and serene winter snowfall. Once Hailey Livingston makes her appearance in front of a warm fireplace, she begins delivering her quick-witted and passionate vocals/bars alongside the tight and trippy editing. Moving into the cold outdoor scenes, Hailey Livingston savors nature's beauty while getting down with her groovy track. Throughout the music video, Hailey Livingston is seen in various scenes, from neon realness to winter glamour; she serves us looks the entire way through. Although the video is self-shot, it truly takes the cake as one of the most intricate and well-crafted self-made music videos this year. Not to mention Hailey Livingston's performance; she serves a breath of fresh air with each witty remark. Find Hailey Livingston's latest music video, "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES," on YouTube, and catch the single itself on all streaming platforms. We're truly impressed with the intricate scenes and editing within your recent music video, "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES." When did you begin creating the music video, and how long did the entire process take? I released my new single “EARTHQUAKES HEADACHES & HEARTACHES” a few months ago and knew from the beginning that I wanted to shoot a music video for it. Due to the pandemic, I have been staying socially distant and recording all my music by myself in my home studio. I didn’t want anything to limit my creativity so I decided to self-film and edit the project. I ordered all kinds of camera equipment on Amazon including a camera track, tripods, and selfie sticks. I also wanted to shoot in the snow so I waited for the first big storm of the season in Big Bear CA. I stayed in a cabin by myself for a week and began working on the video. At first, I was a little nervous thinking it might be super creepy staying alone in an isolated, mountain cabin for a week. I feared it might turn into The Shining (lol) but it ended up being a magical, healing, creative experience. All work and no play make Hailey a dull girl. Hahaha. Were you inspired by any outside sources when creating the different scenes within your music video for "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES?" When planning the vibe for any of my music videos, I like to have a few glasses of red wine, lay in bed with my eyes closed, and play my song loud AF in my house. I lay there listening to the song on repeat and visualize imagery, colors, and potential shots. I have done this for all 11 of the music videos I have put out on YouTube over the years. After zoning out and visualizing, I get drawing paper and storyboard to make notes for color palates, angles for shots, wardrobe, and makeup ideas. When writing the song I was actually inspired by a quote from Carrie Fisher, AKA Princess Leia in Star Wars. She said, “Take your broken heart and turn it into art.” I thought that was a really beautiful concept so I put my own spin on that idea when writing/recoding “EARTHQUAKES HEADACHES & HEARTACHES”. What did you want your audience to feel after experiencing the well-edited and thorough music video for "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES?" After watching my music video I’d like the audience to feel hopeful and enthusiastic about their own future even if they have experienced heartbreak or pain in their past. I know I’m not the only one who has experienced heartbreak and I know about the struggle to stay positive as you move forward on your journey. It’s easy to fall in love but much harder to fall out of it, which I have learned. Anyone who listens to my music knows I have a lot of songs about love. I hope the audience can relate in their own way. No one has the same experiences but the overall message is to channel your pain, trauma or heartbreak, and transform it into art or something positive in your life. It took me a while to realize that my heart being broken was actually a gift because that pain was the genesis that inspired me to create art about it. I have used music and art as therapy to express my experiences and I hope others do too. Is this your first time around creating and editing a music video yourself? Should we expect more DIY videos like "EARTHQUAKES, HEADACHES & HEARTACHES" in the future? This is not my first time creating, directing, and editing my own music videos. I actually have done that for all 11 of my music videos out on YouTube. In 2018, I produced, directed, and edited 6 music videos for my debut album “CLAP BACK”. I have always loved photography, filming, writing, and storytelling so it felt only natural to apply visuals to my music. For me, editing footage on iMovie is very fun and a different creative outlet to sink my teeth into. I am so moved by the works of the artists that I admire like Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Drake, Tierra Whack, Quentin Tarantino, Julie Taymor, Wes Anderson, and many more! I strive to move my audience in the way those artists have moved me with their music, visuals, and films. The best part of self-filming is that no one else can see exactly what you visualize in your mind. It gives you complete creative control from start to finish which I love. I really enjoy collaborating with other artists but being an independent artist is so valuable to me. I started my own label Prismatic Entertainment and do my own distribution, marketing, visuals, and record my own songs. I created all the beats and wrote the lyrics for my first album but also had an amazing producer who taught me how to use Logic to produce my own music. “Give a man a fish you feed him for a day, teach a man to fish and you feed him for life”. I am very grateful to have met some amazing people over the years who have taught and influenced me as an artist. Also, I always joke when people ask me what college did I go to I say YouTube University. I have learned a lot about cameras and recording music from how-to videos. Thank you so much for joining us. What would you like your new listeners to know about you and your music? I hope that listeners enjoy my new project and come away with a positive attitude towards their own hard experiences. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and it begins with your own attitude towards life and your perspective on your experiences along the way. There are no mistakes, in my opinion, only lessons to grow from. I am very excited to now be fully vaccinated and ready to shoot more music videos for the 20 new singles I put out in 2020. 2021 here I come! Instagram

From the UK to Vancouver, the up-and-coming artist and singer-songwriter Maia wears her heart on her sleeve within the powerful single entitled "P4M." Prioritizing authenticity and creativity in her art, Maia's lyrics and broad vocal range touch on life's realities and the relationships we form with others and ourselves. From appearing on local radio stations to virtual festivals, the future is bright for the young up and comer. Getting to the goods, Maia's latest single, "P4M," offers a vulnerable and emotionally intense lyrical atmosphere. Alongside the song's alternative/r&b production and sonics, Maia is bound to leave her audience in awe of the song's powerful approach, lyrically and sonically. "P4M" begins with short synth melodies that pave the way for Maia's heavenly vocals. Once she starts pouring her emotionally-rich vocals over this soft and serene tune, the background sonics begin to expand and offer this dimly-lit and dark atmosphere. Around the hook, a low-pitched vocal sample haunts our speakers alongside a growling bassline, deepening the song's emotion and grit. Listening to Maia's lyricism, she paints incredibly tender and vulnerable images of yearning for someone's love while also feeling estranged from them at the same time. The sonics burst in flavor until the very last beat, especially as the sweet strings make their appearance and end the song on a mesmerizing and haunting note. Let your heart flutter with Maia's intense and emotional single "P4M," and prepare yourself for more unique genre-bending sounds in the future. We're deeply impressed with the emotion and weight your latest single carries. What inspired you to create the single "P4M?" "P4M" was a song dedicated to all the flaws that we have as human beings, and the need to have faith in yourself and the ones you love to be better. When we all pray or even manifest or think beyond our current circumstances, there is a level of faith or belief in something that isn't here yet. P4M addresses how even though I and my loved ones have been through a lot, there's still a hope and desire for each of us to improve and be better. When writing your lyricism for "P4M," what was the central theme or message you wanted to convey to your audience? When I and my friend were writing the song, we always channel it through my stories and freestyles. The central theme can be heard in the lines: I watched my mind make some mistakes, for too long/ Pray for me, so I can pray for you/Tell your mind to do, what you shouldn't do. I think that just summarizes that although we're striving to be better, we will still make mistakes since we're human. The lyricism follows the story of my internal dialogue of understanding my mistakes, wanting people to still have faith in me, and then discusses the level of self-doubt that comes with wanting to believe you're made for more. Could you expand on the production process for "P4M"? What was it like creating the song's heavy sonic atmosphere? The song's heavy sonic atmosphere was like the leading inspiration to this song. Although the vocals are very soulful and have an amazing range throughout the song, the instrumental creates the dramatization and atmosphere to portray how much emotion is behind this. The song production was made up of cool tech sounds which is very much connected to my overall sound, as well as warped vocals that are used as breaks/guiding sounds to the structure of the chorus. Yet we have a very tech and vibey intro and a complete dramatic and classic operatic bridge alongside the strings. I feel like I got to show my variety so much in one song, I love it. With three released singles, is there a running theme throughout your music? What has inspired your songs thus far? Yes! There is a huge theme in my music, it is to be the alternative of what you think you want to hear, but once you hear it then it makes sense. It's as simple as that. My songs have all been inspired by my perception of life and the world. I just try to translate what resonates with me so well and think about how I can add my perspective to make it better. What's next for you? What's next for me? Creating music, finishing school, and figuring out how I can make all of y'all listen to my art and loving it. instagram.com/maia.ll