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From Alberta to Nashville, the country-pop artist and singer-songwriter Sykamore releases her bittersweet love song entitled "Stay Broke." After winning the ATB All-Albertan Song Writing Contest, Sykamore was later nominated for the prestigious CCMA Discovery Award. While granted the opportunity of sharing bills with Miranda Lambert and Josh Ritter, Sykamore saw her big break on Twitter when Rhett Akins stumbled across her music and invited her to join the roster of Home Team Publishing. Expanding on her latest single, "Stay Broke," Sykamore mentioned that she felt inspired to explore themes of being unapologetically in love, "I feel like that is a very kind of teenage way to look at love, when someone would rather stay broken and feel what they think is love than have to move on and piece yourself back together." As "Stay Broke" begins pumping through our speakers with nothing but heart and emotion, Sykamore jumps into the track and drenches us in her soothing and genuine vocal portrayal. While accompanied by the ethereal country-pop instrumentals and production, Sykamore's layered vocals deliver all the texture and depth we desire. Listening to Sykamore's melodic vocals, she offers this brainchild of Taylor Swift meets Halsey, soaking our ears in emotional country tones and uplifting pop flairs. As Sykamore continues singing blinded lyrics like, "If I need fixing, I think I'll stay broke," she makes her way to the outro and has us in awe the entire emotional journey there. Open your heart with Sykamore's chilling country-pop single, "Stay Broke," and join her journey as she continues to drop monthly releases throughout 2021. We love the genuine emotion and heartfelt atmosphere within your recent single, "Stay Broke." What inspired you to write and expand on themes of blind and unapologetic love? Thanks! For this record, I really set out to explore the feeling of first-time love, and it seemed very fitting to have a song that’s sort of a nod to slow dancing in a gym, say at a high school dance. It’s a place where a lot of us experience romantic jitters for the first time or even the feeling that you’ve found ‘the one’ against all odds. How long was your writing process for "Stay Broke?” Did your lyricism come easy to you when placing yourself back in those emotional moments? I believe the inspiration for the song came from the little synth part you hear after each chorus - I was messing around on my midi keyboard and thought it was just so cheesy [in a good way] that I sort of built the rest of the song around it. The lyrics did come relatively easy after that - I brought the framework of the song to Jason Massey and he helped me flesh it out from there. But it was nice to have a feeling and an idea that we could use as our muse, essentially. In terms of the sonic atmosphere within "Stay Broke," did you have any artists or acts in mind when formulating the soothing instrumentals and production? Did you work with any producers/engineers? Jason and I made the demo with George Michael in mind - particularly the ‘Father Figure’ era of his music. Lots of reverb, lots of lo-fi-sounding pads. When it came to me to program the actual recording, Bobby Campbell, my vocal producer/ programmer was really helpful in just elevating all of those elements to the places they needed to be and giving the song stability and movement. And I of course have to shout out my producer Michael Knox who shared in my vision of an 80’s fever dream for this track. Could you tell us more about your monthly releases? Are you experimenting with any particular sounds or lyrical themes throughout these releases? These monthly releases are all coming from a larger collection of songs I hope to release this year or early next year - they all explore the raw, someone's ugly emotions that come from being swept up in love or unrequited feelings. As far as sounds go I’d say all these songs are heavily influenced by pop music coming out of the early ’80s, as well as country music that is rooted in elaborate storytelling. What has been keeping you inspired through the last year to keep creating music? It’s been hard, I’ll be honest! But I’ve found inspiration in the way the world has sort of shrunk and the knowledge that as humans we all share very similar experiences. That’s helped me sort of frame the way I look at my art and the importance of writing a song that people can relate to. I’ve also really enjoyed my collaborations this year, most notably going to write and sing on “Doing Fine” with Ryan Kinder. Artists like him are so fun to work with because you thrive on their energy and their attention to detail. It’s really fun to share in creation with someone like that. Instagram Facebook

Singer and songwriter, Evolsi is fresh off the release of her long-awaited EP, 'Phases of a Breakdown.' With her roots being from Southeast Texas, Evolsi’s sound is constantly evolving as she remains influenced by an immense miscellany of genres and artists, but mainly residing in a unique sound of Alternative Indie with a flair for captivating Pop hooks. Currently based out of Los Angeles, Evolsi showcases an introspective look at what going through life’s phases looks like from the inside out. 'Phases of a Breakdown,' contains six songs that delve into this theme as we sweep Evolsi’s inimitable delivery and brooding songwriting techniques that continue to attract a diverse group of listeners far and wide. Tantalizing tones simmer in a reverberated atmosphere that spins out in profoundly honest lyrics that pour from Evolsi’s heart. The ethereal creations that tour us through each song have us floating on cloud nine as we bask in the elusive performance that has us hanging on to the edge of our seat. The elements of Electro-Pop bliss add a textured environment for listeners to feast on the lively dynamism that surfaces in the unique delivery of each song presented before us. From honest ballads such as “Over It,” to break up anthems that make you want to dance like the lead hit single, “Break Up!,” the phases that Evolsi references often throughout the impeccably curated tracklist takes listeners on a voyage that transports them full circle with the start of each new track. “Codependent,” takes on the ominous hues of a dark atmosphere that breeds on the thesis of codependency. Swaying between the enticing ambiances that have us lurking in the shadowy alleys of Evolsi’s mind, we get taken into a hook that kicks the energy up a notch as we rejoice in an all too relevant topic. “1 More Time,” is the second single released from 'Phases of a Breakdown.' Embracing her sexuality in an authentic manner, Evolsi empowers the listeners out there to embrace the vivid and uncensored version of themselves. Amplifying the energy, we adore the vocalization placed into the track with such conviction. Evolsi is the queen of dipping into poignant topics that welcome us into a whirlwind of emotions that are best felt when we fully embrace them. Taking the vibrations to a buoyant fusion of danceable tenors, “When You’re Single,” has us captivated by the mesmerizing performance that she delves into. The sultry hunger that dangles from the quintessence of Evolsi exemplifies independence in the best way possible. Then we get to hear her do a 360 as she closes off the EP with 'Phases,' tying every loose end together as she speaks about the phases we all go through, in a carefully arranged Pop-flavoured universe. As we cherish each bop more than the last, the full concept of 'Phases of a Breakdown,' is rather brilliant. Creating a medley of mesmerizing hits that all have their own place in the creative spectrum, we feel closer to Evolsi as she reigns supreme in a league of her own. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Evolsi, we are so happy to catch up with you now that the project 'Phases of a Breakdown,' is finally released! Could you please take us into what inspired the full concept of the EP? How did the idea come to you? Thank you so much! This EP was created pretty selfishly, as a release for my personal emotions. Just like for everyone else, 2020 was a hard year for me. Between the pandemic, family issues, coming to terms with my sexuality, and the downfall of a romantic relationship I was briefly in, I found myself struggling with balancing all of the highs and lows. When I was writing the project, the lyrics “I'm going through phases, but I’m afraid of change” kept popping back into my head. This sparked the idea for Phases of a Breakdown, and when it came to me, I knew it perfectly described this time in my life. Each song represents a different phase in the overall breakdown that this project is referring to. It’s a fight with, and against myself, as I searched for my own internal happiness. It wasn't until I was able to look inward and be honest with myself and everyone around me that I found the solace I was so desperately searching for during the creation of this project. Out of the six songs that listeners can hear, do you have a specific track that resonates with you more than others? Why? It’s really hard to choose one song that resonates the most because they all play such an important role in the overarching story I am trying to tell. That said, I think you can really feel the emotion in ‘Codependent.’ When the final chorus comes to an end, you can still hear the ending of the vocal take where I was releasing all of my feelings. I really put every ounce of expression I had into that last take, so it always hits me in a deep way when I hear it back. Were there any challenges along the way that make the release process of 'Phases of a Breakdown,' that much more special to you? There were so many challenges! I think when you set out to make any sort of project independently, you run into issues that can feel all-encompassing because of the lack of help. Keeping track of the budget, and making sure everyone was on the proper timeline, while also balancing all of the moving parts related to the release were definitely my biggest challenges with this project. I have not solidified a team just yet, so Phases of a Breakdown was created, written, and managed by me with the help of a few professionals/friends I brought in to further the production, mastering, and branding. One of my favorite parts of creating this project was the merch we created to coincide with the release. Every piece was designed and screen-printed in-house by myself and my girlfriend who owns Minor Studios. With that said, each step in the merch-making process brought forth many challenges, but we shipped out all orders last week and are happy to say that it has all been a success so far. How long did it take you to create and release the full tracklist? Would you have done anything differently? From ideation to completion, it has taken about 10 months to bring Phases of a Breakdown to life. I produced and wrote all of the demos between June and August myself. It wasn't until August that I called in Joseph Barrios to help take the demos and elevate them into something of the quality that I wanted to release. Between August and October, he and I worked together to solidify most of the production on the tracks. In October, I rented an Airbnb in Arizona where I brought all of my equipment and recorded the vocals for the entire EP. From there, it really took from October until February to wrap up the additional production, mixing, and mastering of the music. The branding, however, was something we were trying to solidify during the entire creation of the music. Looking back, I don't think I would do much differently. I had a fire in me to make and release this project because it felt like something I had to do. I am definitely taking notes on the things I think I could do better on the next project, but overall I’m stoked to have brought this to life in a way I only dreamed I would be able to. What is the main message that you hope your listeners take away from this EP? The main message I hope they take away is that no matter what phase of life you’re in, and how hard it may be, you can make it through. I was struggling with coming to terms with my sexuality, and navigating how I would communicate that to my family and friends who had no idea this was the case for me. I know firsthand how hard it can be to go through really tough situations alone, so I want the listeners to know that they can find solace in their situation through listening to this music and understanding that we all have our struggles to overcome. These struggles shouldn't overwhelm or discourage us, they should inspire us to take the pain, and the heartache, and try our best to turn it into something beautiful. All I wanted to achieve with this project was to tell an honest story that I am proud of. I hope more than anything that anyone who can relate to this EP will find comfort in my lyrics, and that the music can help them heal as much as creating it helped me do so. Instagram Twitter

Australia's own country artist and singer-songwriter Caleb Lovely gets listeners on their feet with an endearing and exhilarating love song entitled "Good For Me." With a life story that set him up to be one of the most prolific songwriters, skilled guitar players, and recognizable singers of our generation, Caleb Lovely was destined for a successful music career. Raised in an abusive household, Lovely strives to use details of his past to write songs that make listeners fall in love with the feeling only music can offer. Recently releasing his second single of the year, "Good For Me," Caleb Lovely brings listeners deep into the emotions of a relationship, more specifically one that's just ended. Through blazing country instrumentals and his heartfelt performance, it's no wonder why Caleb Lovely has garnered all the attention and acclaim that he has. Diving into "Good For Me," the song begins with uplifting and fiery country instrumentals that blast through our speakers. Once Caleb Lovely starts singing of attempting to forget the love he once shared with someone, he later spills his heart and expresses how he should be surrounded by their love once again. The blistering instrumentals keep the track jumping through the scorching hot electric guitar riffs, the robust and upbeat drum patterns, and the forceful bassline. Reaching the bridge, a beaming guitar solo serenades us while Caleb Lovely summons the courage to exclaim his endless passion for someone dear to his heart. Feel your heart skip a beat with Caleb Lovely's latest single, "Good For Me," now available on all digital streaming platforms. We genuinely admire the passion and energy you've created with your single "Good For Me." When did you begin feeling inspired to write about a past love? I appreciate that so much, thank you. It’s hard for me to answer that question as a married man because I’m very happy to not ever think about past relationships again. Honestly, it’s very hard for me to comprehend that I was ever with anyone else. So now when I write these types of songs, I try to think about what it would feel like to lose my wife. If I didn’t have her I’d definitely be the guy in that song. Are you used to writing such vulnerable lyrics, similar to your words in "Good For Me?" Or is it challenging for you to open up? It’s more difficult for me to write about surface topics actually! Vulnerability is my middle name. Why did you want to make the instrumentals on "Good For Me" so lively and energetic, even though your lyricism is rather emotional? I think those are the best types of songs. I think taking a lyrically melancholy song and turning it into a melody that makes you feel good is one of the hardest things to do. I want to take you to a place that is real, like our emotions are, but still make you drive with your windows down singing along. How does "Good For Me" contrast your other releases? Do you usually write about certain concepts, or do you like to switch up your lyrical themes? I have a history of writing sad songs, but I’m really just focused on writing universal emotions now. I wouldn’t say it’s any different in terms of feel. There’s still a ripping guitar solo and my unique sound. I just want to keep putting out music that is individually outstanding and memorable. What's next for you? Writing songs in Nashville Tennessee with other legendary songwriters. Releasing a CMT premiere for one of the best songs I’ve ever written in May. And a summer full of hits! Instagram Facebook

Saugasson is a young, upcoming artist from Mississauga, Ontario. His musical endeavors consist of singing, rapping, and songwriting while he strives to be more than just successful in music, but also to be known as a multi-talented artist who cares about his craft, with continuous evolution. Influenced by many artists, including but not limited to, Xxxtentacion, Danii’X, PartyNextDoor, Croosh, Majin Maalik, Saugasson continues to release melodic creations as he shows growth and passion for both the music itself and the stories he shares with his fan base. Oozing confidence in his most recent drop with, “Can I Live,” Saugasson can be heard dissecting intricate verses that jump on board brilliant one-liners. With bass-forward instrumentation that simmers in the realm of heavy-hitting, Saugasson uses the beat as a musical canvas in which he illustrates vivid imagery repeatedly asking, “Can I Live? " Focusing on the lyrical punches that burst from anything you would even consider mainstream, Saugasson has his own lane in which he primarily flows. Offering his artistic grit to anyone willing to listen, he coaxes’ listeners into the universe that he graciously displays in the lyrical tales he depicts. Fighting for his freedom and asserting his dominance in a solidified ranking in the genre of Hip-hop, Saugasson effortlessly weaves in and out of cadences as he gets his point across. Tapping into the prevailing tenors that stem directly from his forward quintessence, Saugasson provides his audience with something unique to feast upon. Always one to stand apart from the crowd, there is no denying that talents that lay before us with Saugasson. “Can I Live,” has his energy amplified in a major way. We encourage you to listen and absorb all of the hype vibration transmitted through the soundwaves. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Saugasson, and congratulations on the release of, “Can I Live.” In your own words, what does this song mean to you as an individual and the creator? This song was a way for me to vent out some frustrations I was going through at the time and built up frustration as well. Sometimes things can get so hectic in life and people can be so negative to the point you just want to yell “Can I Live”! As a creator I’m very happy with this song, I got a lot of bars that might go over your head and I’ve received interesting feedback about this song too. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from the inimitable swagger that pours out of this track? Thank you lol I’ve never had my music described like that before. I’m hoping my listeners get amped listening to this and really take in what I’m saying. Could you please share what the recording session looked like when you brought “Can I Live” to life? The recording session was very high in energy, I actually recorded another song as well that day that had some elements of screamo in it so you can just imagine how loud the overall session was. Shout out to Stokes for that one. How does the launch of this single hold up to other tracks of yours that have been previously released? The launch of this single is backed with an actual rollout plan and marketing leading up to my big release this year. What's next for you? After this single & video, I’ll be dropping another one on my birthday in May and then SOS finally drops later this year with some dope features with other independent artists and possibly a surprise feature as well. Instagram Facebook

Glitter Moneyyy is the partying, feminist Hip-hop answer to today’s toxic socio-political hellscape. Juxtaposed against a backdrop of glitter bombs, champagne straight from the bottle, and mosh pits of ass shaking, this best friend duo is a serious contender in the Hip-hop scene. Their unapologetic charisma, charm, and confidence immediately take center stage as they charge their fans, “The Glitter Honeyyys,” to stand up for what they believe in and to love themselves fiercely. Hypnotic to the core, Glitter Moneyyy’s latest track is a queer sex anthem that is sure to have you charged up. “Peggy Sue” fills the speakers with hard-hitting energy that this female powerhouse duo produces upon impact. Lifting the barriers around sexual empowerment, Glitter Moneyyy has you entranced in vivid imagery and a lyrical scheme that will blow your mind. With each verse of the song playing upon the last, a two-part hook is displayed to secure the attention of their rapidly rising fan base. Ensuring that they don’t skip a beat, the instrumentation paired with the playfully worded substance has us up and out of our seats. Allowing this anthem to be a voice for the LGBTQ community, “Peggy Sue” speaks for itself. Glitter Moneyyy has an indisputable method that they put into effect as you hear the dynamism thrive through enigmatic cadences and prevailing hues. Seasoned in their artistic techniques, Glitter Moneyyy knows what to bring to the table and how to serve it. Intricately fashioned down to the detail, the hard work and dedication are primal as Glitter Moneyyy lights the inner flame inside themselves and their audience. Stirring up the sensual and direct sounds of “Peggy Sue,” Glitter Moneyyy is vibrant to the touch with this proficient knockout. Congratulations on the latest release of, “Peggy Sue.” What inspired you to create the vivid soundscape that is a queer sex anthem? Queen Trashley: Peggy Sue is an expression of our sexual prowess and sensuality. So often sex is only viewed through the lens of heterosexuality. TayyySlayyy: We wanted to hear a sexy song about more than a penis in a vagina. Queen Trashley- And we wanted it to groove. Super inspired by Ludacris and Shawna and the early 20’s sex music. That shit you’d have to stay up really late at night to catch on BET Unut. What are you hoping to stir up inside of listeners as they take in all that is “Peggy Sue?" Queen Trashley: We want our listeners to feel sexy and liberated. To put this song on, look in the mirror, and seduce themselves. Every song we make is arousing, rather it is sexually arousing, politically arousing, self-esteem arousing, etc. We’re here to arouse and spark something in everyone that hears our music. For Peggy Sue particularly, it’s a little reminder that we all deserve pleasure. TayyySlayyy: To pleasure and be pleasured! People can have sex any way they want with whoever they want, as long as consent is involved. No more shame. Every artist moves differently with the way that they create. Could you please share a glimpse of the creative process that you endured when crafting “Peggy Sue?" Queen Trashley: We start every songwriting process by hanging out, telling jokes, gossiping, and laughing. For real, this band is a product of two best friends. In the middle of all of that, I looked up one day and was like “I wanna write a song about my strap.” And so it was. TayyySlayyy: Peggy Sue came out of us each discovering what turns us on, how we like to fuck, and how sexy it is to share all of our sexual proclivities with our partner. How important is it to speak honesty and vulnerability into the music that you create? Queen Trashley: Honesty in our art is everything to us. We like to tell it like it is. Our mantra is "let it all hang out." What's next for you? Queen Trashley: We have some surprises coming this year. We’re working on an EP and an album. And as soon as it’s safe, we plan on performing live as often as possible. Our live shows are NUTS. Lots of dancing, jumping, and shouting. Tons of glitter. Instead of a mosh pit, we have a twurk pit. We go hard on making a safe place for people to come wild out and find community. TayyySlayyy: We’re looking forward to getting back to that. Live performance is everything to us because we get to embrace our fans and gas them up for the wonderfully sexy, confident people they are. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing from Toronto, the Filipino hip-hop artist Calm and producer/musical visionary Brazil team up for their latest atmospheric single entitled "Not That Deep." Moving to Toronto from the Philippines at the age of one, Calm aims to develop as an artist through exploring various music styles that pay tribute to his heritage. Teaming up with the self-motivated and ambitious producer Brazil-Dewayne Lee Poy, Calm and Brazil constantly deliver memorable experiences. Now releasing their vibe of a single, "Not That Deep," Brazil keeps the song flowing through his rhythmic sonics and fiery kicks, punching through our speakers with incredibly modern tones and flairs. Calm takes us on a sensual and heartfelt journey through his honest and genuine bars, not to mention his sweet melodic vocals; the song honestly captures passion from all aspects. Listening to "Not That Deep," the track opens with Brazil's silky-smooth production through soft guitar strums and gripping mid-tempo drum breaks. As Calm begins rapping highly descriptive and romantic scenes, he later spills his heart through bars like, "You looking rare to me, gave me the faith...I done made my mistakes, habits to break, I just hammer away." Brazil keeps the groove alive and well through his intricate production that floats alongside Calm's melodic vocal stylings, honestly offering everything we want and expect from a powerful hip-hop collaboration. Ending the song with the utmost passion through the ethereal guitars, Calm and Brazil have truly made our hearts skip a beat with this sweet tune. Bop your head to the savory stylings of Brazil and Calm with their latest collaboration, "Not That Deep," and keep an eye on the two creatives as they peel back layers of their talent for the world to enjoy. We adore the sweet tones and passionate approach you've taken within your latest single, "Not That Deep." What drew you to the stylings of producer Brazil to collaborate on this single? Brazil came prepared to one of the sessions with a bunch of beats and let me cycle through them. He had a lot of different sounds and I ended up picking this beat because I knew it was out of my element and I wanted to challenge myself to create something that involved more melodic elements. Regarding Brazil's well-rounded production within "Not That Deep," did he create the beat prior to your collaboration? Or did you work together on the song's vibe and atmosphere? The beat was created prior to our collaboration and I sent him a couple of demos with my vocals over them. Once we finalized the vocal takes we linked up and worked on mastering the track and adding other touches to the vibe of the song. What did you want to get across to your audience within the passionate and descriptive lyricism in "Not That Deep?" Did you work solo on your songwriting process? I like painting pictures where I can when I write, and I try to find a good mix of tangible and abstract ideas. With this track, in particular, I wanted to just write something people could relate to on a broader level while still pulling from my experience. I usually work solo when I write, but I worked with a lot of feedback when it came to the vocal takes. Should we anticipate more collaborations from the two of you somewhere down the road? Was "Not That Deep" your first time working together? We are both participants in the MusicLinks program so we have been in sessions together since the fall, but this is our first official collaboration for a track that was released. Our musical chemistry is on point so you can definitely expect many more drops from the two of us in 2021! What would you like new listeners to know about you? Tap in, it's gonna be an interesting year. I'm putting out music more consistently and exploring some different sounds. Brazil Instagram Calm Instagram

RICH BOY DEV is a 26-year-old Hip-hop artist who currently resides in Mount Laurel, NJ. Taking his musical career seriously over the past two years, RICH BOY DEV has loved every moment of the process. Currently working on his debut album titled ‘PATIENCE,’ which is dropping in the fall of 2021, he is fresh off the release of his most recent single "Cut The Ties," featuring Hip-hop artist Mir Fontane. Delving us in the buoyant fusion of intoxicating vibrancy, RICH BOY DEV paints vivid imagery as he addresses cutting the ties when someone or something no longer serves his state of energy. Through a charismatic persona that plays upon his boisterous façade, RICH BOY DEV shows no remorse as he tours us through his lyrical dexterity in this track. “Cut The Ties,” is the anthem that we hear playing in the background of any life event when we’re eliminating the dead weight that has no place at the finish line. Attacking the beat in a self-assured manner, RICH BOY DEV proves to listeners that he’s going to stand up for what he wants while flaunting his effortless talents. Recruiting head honcho Mir Fontane to round out the developed sounds of “Cut The Ties,” we admire the vitality that each artist brings to the track while executing their artistic talents in a unique manner. Fluently feeding off the vitality that each exemplifies, there is no denying that the individuals are thriving in an environment that is custom to their own talents and together as a dynamic duo. Congratulations on the release of “Cut The Ties,” featuring Mir Fontane. How did the collaboration between you two come to be? What was it like working with one another? Thank you so much! Well, I was actually getting close to finishing up the project, and my right-hand man Ricky was like you need a big feature so then right there he brought up Mir Fontane and I was like that's perfect. Later on, I reached out to him and we made it happen. Coming from someone who has a lot of experience in the music industry, it definitely was fun but more so of a learning experience for me because in the process I was introduced to new things on how to move my brand more in the best way possible. Could you please take us into what moment inspired the songwriting of this track? Well, actually the song was written back in December 2018 and just sat in my phone notes, But didn’t get mir on the track till like two years later, and around that time I was listening to beats in my room while getting ready for work and then I just started saying words and was like oh snap that sound hot let me write that down. In my process, I tend to start with the hook first and during that time the cut ties hook came to me like it felt so natural. We can only imagine that the recording session was full of good vibes. Could you please take us into what it looked like bringing this song to life? Mind you my verse and the hook was already recorded a couple of studio sessions ago. Fast forward to October 2020 he pulled up to the studio and sat down for like 20min doing his process then once he was done he went into the booth and on the second try he knocked it out and that was pretty much it and then dropped a few gems also. What is the proudest moment of your career thus far? It definitely was receiving my first check from my song "Cut The Ties" because it reminded me that all of the hard work that I been putting in from the late-night studio session to even finishing writing up verses on my lunch break at my job is all paying off and also showing me that one day my love for music can pay the bills. What would you like new listeners to know about you and the music that you create? KEEP STREAMING CUT THE TIES! Know that I’m a chill person and I drop nothing but bangers. but don’t be too fooled by what my talented self may pull off. I’m tapping into all types of genres with music and want to be labeled as an Artist and not just a rapper, so as of now I just let my music do the talking. Instagram Twitter

Having strut runways for the likes of Louis Vuitton, Versace, and Dior, the enigmatic singer-songwriter and explorative artist Andreww dives into the sounds of modern grunge for his latest single, "Shadow Love." After acquiring a passion for integrating sounds, elements, themes, and emotions of various genres, Andreww has finally settled with his versatile and experimental sound. A prime example of this expertise and mastery is his latest wavy release, "Shadow Love." Alongside the release of his dark-infused, grunge-inspired single "Shadow Love," Andreww also reveals an innovative and interactive online video game for the song. Asking listeners to imagine a "lo-fi grunge guitar riff thrown into a Tim Burton movie while giants fight," Andreww truly brings these elements together within this introspective single. Starting our venture into "Shadow Love" is a heavy grunge guitar that pours through our speakers with the melancholy flairs of 80s acts that stomped before us. What catches our ears is the modern transition through a Lil-Peep-inspired beat and Andreww's expressive and melodic vocal stylings that bring us modern elements of grunge. While Andreww expresses rather vulnerable and reflective lyricism, he keeps us engaged with the song's concepts surrounding loving people or things that aren't entirely beneficial, hovering over us like a shadow. Allowing us to heavily relate to his lyricism, Andreww serves a unique and modern example of versatility through the song's dynamic feel and raw emotion. Dive into reflection with Andreww's latest grunge-inspired single, "Shadow Love," and be sure to keep track of the explorative artist as he floods the industry with versatility. Instagram Facebook

Junket, the four-piece alternative Rock band from Orange County, NY, is back with new music after 10 years, with their killer single, "Red Handed." Comprised of Junket are Chris Wicher (vocals), Michael Miller (guitar), Kyle Hallenbeck (bass), and Chad Babcock (drums), Junket is ensuring their listeners that it has been worth the wait to experience this single that fluidly combines introspective melodies with intense layers of sound. Tapping into their inspiration from the hit TV series, Dexter, Junket bases the content of “Red Handed,” around the television show's plotline. Lead vocalist Chris Wicher wanted to create a joyful-sounding tune that revolves around the dark subject matter, where the story being told is done in a first-person narrative. Produced by Sean-Paul Pillsworth at Nada Recording Studios in Montgomery, NY, the animated sounds lift out of the speakers and explode upon impact. The production quality is top tier as you immerse yourself in the intricate arrangement that plays before us. This edge-filled composition carries its own boisterous person with each colossal drum hit, triumphant guitar riff, and rhythmic bassline performed. There is texture in the vocal as we progress through the narrative that embodies the rampant energy of liveliness to the fullest. Creating a dramatic flair that surges through the lyrical dexterity, we’re washed into a crashing wave of colliding sounds that exemplify the trademarks of Rock meets Punk resonance. Amplifying their presence with prevailing tenors, a scathing condemnation of dominance is what can be heard far and wide from Junket. Illuminating their stage that they are rightfully taking back after their 10-year hiatus, we think that we can hand the throne back over to Junket now. Congratulations on your return of “Red Handed.” How does it feel to be back after a 10-yea hiatus from the music industry? First off, it’s always cathartic to get original music out there into the universe. To be able to share something you’ve created and get a response from others...there’s nothing else quite like that. Having all that time in between releases certainly gave us time to reflect and concentrate on other endeavors, as well as write music we felt would be our best offerings to date. It certainly feels nice to get back into the swing of things! What things do you see differently or similarly as to when you last came out with a track? The process has pretty much been the same for us. Conception, recording a demo, messing with the song, and then recording and mastering. But I think this time around we had a better picture of what we were trying to create even before the recording process. We love the concept of “Red Handed.” Could you please take us into what the creative and recording process looked like when bringing this song to life? Musically we’ve had the idea for this song for a while and the melody for the chorus came pretty quick. Random thought of the show Dexter came around from the episode where his sister finds him killing another murderer and the first line of the chorus popped into my head. The rest of the chorus came pretty quick and the guys loved it. After messing with the track for a few more months and playing it out at a few gigs we realized we should get it recorded. As for recording, it was our first time at Nada Recording studio in Montgomery, NY. We’ve always wanted to check it out and the timing couldn’t have worked out any better. It was a pleasure working with our recording engineer Sean-Paul Pillsworth who recorded and mixed us and John Nacliero who mastered the track. Why did the band choose Dexter to play such a large influence over the song's narrative? I don’t think it was necessarily a “choice” to use Dexter. When you write a song there are all sorts of nuances that kind of lead you into a certain direction for writing lyrics - the music, the mood, or a random thought that seems to strike you at that particular moment. So I think it was just a perfect storm of all those factors that made it seem like a great fit for the track. What can fans anticipate next? Well, we recorded three new tracks at our last session so certainly the two remaining tracks will be shared soon enough. But we’re also planning to record other new tunes we have at the ready. I'd say we’ll have those by summer or fall of 2021. It’s going to be a great year for new Junket music! Instagram Website

Even as a young individual, music has been a part of Ze. The Goddess’s life through church choir and an interest in the stories of musicians who have come before her and always created excitement within. Her new single “Diamonds” examines her connection to vibrant instrumentals and inspiration by the exciting energy in Los Angeles. “Diamonds” has a moving beat that will rattle listeners to their core as each genuine tone has an ingenious creation of energy. Pairing the pulsating instrumentals with buoyant verses, each lyric clearly demonstrates her captivating charisma and sweltering persona. When asked about the message she hopes to send to listeners with this track, Ze. The Goddess explains that the most important thing is that each individual has the power to live their own lives and follow their own path regardless of what other individuals or life throws their way, and with this mindset, we can not wait to see how this artist continues to release powerful singles like “Diamonds” in the future. Instagram Facebook