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Victoria Vera’s lush, soul-infused vocals deliver a soothing listening experience over an awe-inspiring instrumental. Talking about her big move to the USA, Vera describes the contrasting feeling of needing to embrace nature yet being dragged back to the mental burden of work/life-related stress; “My new single is about that feeling of longing for connecting with nature as you are feeling the call of duty.” We are infatuated with Vera’s ability to create such a tranquilizing sound. A homage to nature, The Ocean is a warning, a reminder for us to restore our relationship with nature despite our stress-loaded days. In the build-up to Vera’s debut album, The Ocean is a welcome admonition for us to pause our busy lives, just for a moment and enjoy what the natural world has to offer. Relieve your senses with Viktoria Vera’s invigorating release ‘The Ocean’ now available on all streaming services. We're in love with the story behind your new record, ‘The Ocean.’ Can you tell us more about how your move to the USA inspired the lyrics behind the song? I can! I came to the U.S in 2019 when I was 19 years old. I knew even when I was in high school that I wanted to pursue my music in America. I came here to see if I could manifest my dreams in the new culture. With this new place came new people and now I am making my music in the way I want to make it. My single, “The Ocean” is about the primordial connection we share with nature. At the times when I was feeling the most stressed and lonely in Los Angeles, just the possibility of connecting with the ocean made me feel stronger in a beautiful and balanced way. In a sense, the song is about understanding how nature can help you to get through the harder times. You are clearly passionate about your relationship with nature, how important is your connection with the outdoors for your creative process? I miss Los Angeles honestly because of the nature! It's really important for me to stay outdoors especially with traveling. I love being connected with the elements outdoors and this passion gives me the freedom to think and find my inner voice. This voice is telling me what I should write about and what I should say. I am still finding myself and refining my process of writing song lyrics. "The Ocean" is a more experimental single for me because the lyric is really simple. It means a lot to me because it is simply about this feeling of freedom and love when you're connected with nature and love yourself. Who are your biggest musical influences and how do you incorporate these influences into your sound? I feel like Amy Winehouse is a huge influence in the sense of the strong vocals. Her authentic ones and crispy sounds in her voice are beautiful. I feel like in general American music with breathy tones like Sabrina Claudio or Snoh Aalegra really keep me inspired. With this song, I wanted to keep this more chill, breathy rather than a super belting voice. We hear that there is an album on the way! Can you give any insight as to what we can expect from the project? Right now I am working on the video for my first single that came out one year ago: "Good Enough." I would definitely surprise you guys with a dance video of me and one of my friends who is a professional dancer as well as an EP featuring two amazing artists who are collaborating with me right now so I'm super excited to show the world what we are together made and create. And yes I have been working on a longer album project to release when the time is right as well. This longer album will be more focused on a retro RnB Soul sound infused with more modern production elements. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? I feel like people situations my own experiences in the sense of like I haven't seen my people from Poland who I really love for a long time. This brings up thoughts of having to do my best. I have to do everything to be proud of myself. Singing and songwriting for me definitely help take some bad emotions and turn something negative into something positive in a way that makes people feel the same way I felt. That way we can connect by the music to get through the hard times. YouTube Instagram Spotify Facebook

From Ireland to Nashville, TN, the gifted pop artist and singer-songwriter Grace Day releases the second single off her upcoming EP, 'Cities,' with "Bordeaux." Making waves in the Ireland music scene through teaming up with various DJs and producers across the country, Grace Day found herself delving into genres like electronic, alt-pop, country, and other infectious sounds. Fueling her music with her confessionally-poetic lyricism and acoustic guitar, Day is now eager to garner the attention of listeners in North America. Through her latest single, "Bordeaux," Grace Day offers listeners the inner monologue of a wanderer while bringing them into one of France's most romantic cities for a brief moment in time. While the sonics offer highly serene and organic elements, we're also met with the tenderness of heartfelt pop production, offering more of a Taylor Swift approach. Jumping into "Bordeaux," the song begins with Grace Day's bright acoustic guitar and her soothing vocal portray. While singing of falling head over heels for someone new and describing their every way, Grace Day continues on this passionate venture and depicts reminiscing on past love as she cracks open a new bottle of wine and sinks herself into reflection. Moving onto the chorus, Grace Day takes us through an incredibly heartfelt atmosphere with her descriptive lyricism and equally tender sonics. While the production begins to expand with warm pop elements, the song comes to an end and keeps us wanting more of such genuine and descriptive love songs like this. Open your bottle of "Bordeaux" with Grace Day's latest single, and prepare yourself for her forthcoming EP 'Cities,' later this year. We're very excited to delve deeper into the creation of your single, "Bordeaux." What inspired the song's descriptive and reminiscent lyricism? The song is inspired by a somewhat cliché whirlwind summer romance I experienced during a year abroad in Bordeaux. It was a situation where we knew we were only crossing paths for a very brief moment in time and that our lives would be going in very different directions once we left the city. Given that we had a predetermined amount of time together, we threw ourselves into the romance rather than running from it. There's something quite freeing about knowing exactly when something is going to end. With the reminiscent lyrics like 'When I see a bottle of Bordeaux..'I wanted to conjure the painful, yet thrilling rush of nostalgia that you can get from seeing, hearing, or smelling something that reminds you of someone or something you cherished. Did you create the entire sonic arrangement yourself for "Bordeaux?" Or were you accompanied by any producers or engineers to bring your ideas to life? I had help with the arrangement. I wrote the song initially on acoustic guitar and brought it to my amazing producer Frances Praet. Frances has a home studio in Nashville and her whole family plays music. We recorded the song with just me and my guitar to start off and I told her I wanted to add some dreamy synths and some electro-pop drums. She understood the exact vibe I was going for and also had her Dad, J.David Praet play the electric guitar to give it more of a nostalgic vibe. She also enlisted her sister Katherine to play bass. I wanted a trumpet solo (Because the song was partly inspired by one of my favorite artists Dennis Lloyd, who often has trumpet solos in his songs) I sang the exact solo that I wanted and Frances got a friend, Ben Flynn, to replicate it with a trumpet! Why did you want to steer away from electronic music for "Bordeaux" and create more of a tender country-pop song? 3I always like to have real instruments at the heart of my songs. While I love experimenting with electro sounds, I never want the instrumentation to detract from the storytelling. This song is very narrative and I wanted a tender arrangement to compliment the story itself rather than outshine it. Interesting that you're getting a country vibe from the song! I didn't realize the song sounded country at all. I guess that a subconscious Nashville influence. Are there any particular artists or acts that helped inspire your sound and brand? Who do you look up to in the music industry, and why? As I mentioned, Dennis Lloyd was the main inspiration for this song. I probably listened to his song 'Never Go Back' about 200 times during that summer I was in Bordeaux. Like the reminders I mentioned in my song, 'Never Go back' brings back a tidal wave of memories for me every time I listen to it. I'm also inspired by a lot of women in country and pop - Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, Maggie Roggers, Haim. What I love about all these women is that they created their own lane in music and don't seem fazed by passing trends in the industry. They've all built a distinct sound that transcends genre and allows them to explore interesting themes and ideas. What's next for you? Bordeaux is the second single from an upcoming EP that I plan to release in early summer 2021. The EP will be a celebration of 5 European cities - Barcelona, Bordeaux, Istanbul, Galway, and Amsterdam. It's really all about escapism and nostalgia, which I think a lot of people have turned to in this last year! Aside from that, I'm always writing and I hope to venture more into the songwriting scene in Nashville. I really want to start collaborating with other artists more. Once it's safe I hope I can get out and play some venues in Nashville. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

The perfect prototype of a go-getter, Yung Damon! is successfully emerging amongst the new wave generation of Hip-hop that we are exposed to as he flaunts his crafty lyrical talent like no other in his class. Hailing from Savannah, GA, Yung Damon! collaborates with producer extraordinaire Ant Chamberlain to present his most recent single and music video. “Wait,” carries out a colossal soundscape that has the bass categorized in a heavyweight class. Yung Damon! demonstrates his lyrical dexterity in a blistering pool of fully immersive intoxication as he explores the depths of the prevailing poise emitted in a full offering of fluent tonal distinction conveyed. The riveting hues that cast larger-than-life anticipation over us take control as they set the driving tendencies that trickle into the intricate schemes displayed over the beat composition. He is a heavy hitter in the genre of Hip-hop, Yung Damon! exhibits his techniques as a certified emcee. Through his smoldering verses that explode upon impact, the undeniable style of Yung Damon! allows a refreshing taste of his talents to be digested. The heated visuals that Yung Damon! has released for “Wait” have us sitting on the edge of our sea as they keep us on our toes filled to the brim with anticipation. Neon lights, quick-cut scenes, and cinematic effects allow Yung Damon! to match the intensity of this single in a lively manner. Before taking in the full sonic and visual expedition of Yung Damon! we urge you to grab a comfy seat and turn your energy levels up all the way. You’re in for a treat. Congratulations on the release of the single and music video for “Wait.” Could you please take us through the meaning that you have placed into this song? The whole concept for “Wait” was basically like hey hold up don’t count me out. I’m one of the hardest working independent artists out there. We love the direction that you went with the music video! Was this always the vision? What was your experience on set? Thanks!..the vision for the video was definitely bigger but due to the pandemic, I had limitations on the turnout so I just made the best of it. With each artist being vastly different from one another, what happens to be your favorite part of the creative process? My favorite part of the creative process is just getting in the studio and catching a vibe. I rap off emotions so my ideas are always whatever my mood is. If your fan base could remember you by one thing, what would you want it to be? My consistency. What's next for you? Definitely more music, more visuals, and more projects. I just want to continue to grow my fan base and secure a deal. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Kendal Conrad is a singer and songwriter that reigns from Pottstown, PA. Being no stranger to the spotlight, Kendal Conrad is known for the attention she has continued to garner throughout her musical journey. Known for opening up for larger artists at big events, Kendal Conrad takes her performance skills to the next level as she connects with her fans in a significant way. Commencing her most recent single, “Car Crash,” with the delicate sounds of rain and the unique sound of a car engine revving up, we know that we’re in for a mind-altering familiarity that Kendal Conrad effortlessly delivers upon request. The shadowy escapades of the pulsing instrumentation create a mysterious layer of depth that taps into Kendal Conrad's abstract lens to bear an imaginative tale. Matching her unrivaled songwriting techniques with the wide range of artistic versatility she fluently delivers, Kendal Conrad paints a sonic canvas of a love gone wrong in a small town. We admire the minimalistic instrumentation that delves into a synth forward environment. Approaching this song with layers of Kendal Conrad’s surpassing vocalization, her boisterous timbres remain the centerpiece in this winding anecdote. Attention to detail is not overlooked by any means, as each sound effect that is introduced crafts an alternate reality that jumps out of your speakers. “Car Crash” delivers an impactful message through an immense performance of built-up ferocity. Kendal Conrad does this all with utter poise. Anticipating what’s to come from this emerging artist, we have no doubts about the quality we continue to receive from her, especially in the radiating effervescence of “Car Crash.” Congratulations on your captivating release of, “Car Crash.” Could you please take us into the creative and recording process that brought this song to life? I was reflecting on a past break-up, just thinking about how blindsided I felt by it. I remember thinking... wow, this guy and I was a total car crash -- never saw this ending coming. BOOM, the idea for Car Crash hit me. I took that lyric into Anthony Gallagher, who produced the track. My mom, Sharen Conrad, co-wrote the song with us in about 3 hours. It didn't take long because I knew exactly what I wanted to say. With each song being vastly different from the next, what happens to be your favorite thing about the release of “Car Crash?" I think "Car Crash," is actually the most vulnerable song I've released. I wrote this one from a very honest place: that broken feeling after someone you've trusted completely catches you off-guard and levels you. This one might actually be my darkest song, too. At its core, Car Crash is about people gossiping and speculating about the breakdown of your romantic relationship while your broken heart is just shattered on the ground for everyone to see. As a performer, how have you managed to adapt and stay inspired through the events of Covid-19? Virtual shows have really helped me stay connected with my fans. I don't know what I would have done without Facebook Live. This year has also given me time to rest, which as a workaholic, sometimes I will forget to do! How have you found yourself growing as an artist through your releases? I have been progressively learning more and more pop -- at least sonically. Lyrically my songs still tell a story, as good country music should do. I also feel less inclined to follow the trends and more comfortable writing and recording music that just feels like me. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2021? More local acoustic shows in Pennsylvania, more virtual shows on my Facebook page, and hopefully more music! I also have a food blog and post all the eats on Instagram. Instagram Facebook Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Rising rapidly in popularity due to an iconic pop-punk sound that serenades listeners in a blend of instrumental intensity and blazing hot vocals, the duo of brothers Robie and Midge Kelly gives us an enticing taste of their natural ability and alluring appeal. As if they were shot out of cannon, audiences everywhere get a glimpse of these two talented individuals hailing from Dayton, Ohio, with their new single "Your Friend's Tattoo." In less than a year since the fabrication of Midge Robie, these two have shown the creative precedence seemingly several years into their creative process. An exceptionally visual picture painted through the intricate writing gives the listeners a feel-good correspondence to a vivid, fiery infatuation. With heart and soul that ripples through this instantaneous hit, this song transpires as we truly cannot wait to hear more of the artistic prevalence this duo presents. The thrilling truth that Midge Robie can boldly mix genres while on their rise to dominance is a thought to revel in. Prepare yourself for further exuberance as we continue to follow their extraordinary activity. Congratulations on the release of your astounding single "Your Friend's Tattoo." We're incredibly impressed with your musical versatility. Can you speak a bit about the influence behind this track? We’ve always been into punk music. The pop-punk renaissance into the mainstream that is happening right now is electric, so we gave it a go. This was our first single we did not produce ourselves; shoutout Young Heartless. It came together very quickly, it just felt right and we went with it. How did you come to form the electrifying duo that you are today? Was there a moment of realization that pushed you to bring it together? We are real-life blood brothers so we have always been close but it was a tragedy and a whim that brought us to making music. Robie dealt with a serious illness and then Midge Overdosed. We’ve both had consistent health issues, so we know the clock is ticking. We had no experience with music, but we bought Logic Pro X and we just started playing around with it. Now here we are. Are there any specific artists that you draw influence from for the creation of your music? Midge: I am really into Billie Holiday, classical music, Post Malone, and old 60s & 70s horror/thriller movies right now, but it is hard to say where the inspiration for our music comes from. We make so much I kind of just let it go and be what it will. Que sera sera. Robie: I’m inspired by film noirs, old movies, good books, many different kinds of music. It’s hard to point to anything too specific, though. What we do is organic and I think that’s a great way to be. Do you plan to continue on with the genre diversity you present or is there a more specific focus you plan to turn your attention to? We are schizophrenic so it is really impossible to focus on one sound. We’re in so many different places all at once; we just try to keep moving forward and let the artwork through us. What's next for you? We’re going to the Moon. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

R.Black is a young, exhilarating Jamaican-born artist/producer residing in Houston, Texas. Influenced by notable greats, ranging from Drake, Eminem, Lady Gaga, and Kanye West, to Tupac and Biggie, R.Black has created his own unique sound which his audience adores him for. Describing it as an eccentric hybrid of his favorite musical creations, he centers his sound on Pop, Hip-hop, and Rap. His most recent single, “I Luv It,” takes on components of Electro-Pop as it seamlessly meshes into an exclusive blend of R.Black’s Hip-hop panache. Being the first of many singles that R.Black will be releasing in 2021, he sets the tempo with an eclectic flair of distinct vocals that cascade upon the mid-tempo pulsation of the instrumentation. The weighty synths that play into the arrangement make, “I Luv It,” rather unforgettable. Dripping in witty quips and a combination of robust singings, and intricate emcee-like verses, the wide range of talents that R.Black emphasizes truly takes the stage in this staple performance. The lyrical motif of, “I already know, we should take it slow, I already know, you won’t let me go,” has us mesmerized with the pre-chorus as we find this distinct presentation encompasses the best of R.Black in an irrefutable manner. Continuing to explore the various paths of his artistic tenors, R.Black doesn’t hold back when releasing vessels of his creativity into the world. Catering to a variety of audience members, R.Black oozes reminiscent hues that have us falling into each word he charismatically articulates. “I Luv It,” is only the beginning of a year to remember with R.Black. Congratulations on the release of, “I Luv It.” What inspired the 80’s Electro-Pop ambiance that you incorporated in this particular single? Thank you, thanks for having me. I've always liked the sound of retro pop music. I had recently re-listened to Taylor Swift's 1989 album and watched a bunch of documentaries on Max Martin and Swedish Pop group ABBA. After binge-watching, I thought to myself, hmm, I would like to make a song that gives off that vibe I get while listening to "S.O.S" or "All You Had To Do Was Stay". Also the success of the Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" was a major source of inspiration. In your own words, what does this song mean to you? It means freedom to be yourself and like what you like. A lot of people are afraid to venture outside of their comfort zone and try to do what's expected of them. Sometimes you have to go with the feeling and not think too much. With every artist being vastly different from the next, at what point do you know a song is complete? I know it's finished when I can listen to it over and over again without wanting to change anything. Getting feedback is also very important to the process. With a variety of singles set to be released this year, what can listeners expect to hear from your forthcoming releases? They can expect to hear a mixture of different styles blended into each song. My ultimate goal is to have each song tell a story but not in the traditional sense. I want the listener to be able to relate to the feeling or vibe of the track, and hopefully, understand where I'm coming from. What keeps you inspired to create music? Honestly, I get a kick out of knowing that somebody somewhere is listening to a song that I made. I really enjoy being able to express myself through music and I'm grateful for the opportunity to be heard. Sometimes I'll spend weeks, even months working on a single track but I think it's worth it if even one person is listening to the finished product. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Texas native Parker Howard has grown up with a passion for Country music. From a young age, Parker Howard leaned on music as an outlet for expressing herself. At only 21 years old, her music has been placed in the top 50 on the Texas Country Music Charts. Being recognized as a ‘Breakout Artist’ at Off The Row Studio in Nashville, TN, and embarking on radio tours throughout Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma, you can find Parker Howard appealing to her rapidly growing fan base as she continues to release captivating melodies. The energetic appeal of Parker Howard’s larger-than-life persona reigns supreme in “I Can Hang.” Delving into the themes of hanging with the boys, Parker Howard also emphasizes the femininity that she holds true to herself as she can rock the best of both worlds. Radiating the raw passion displayed in her vocal performance carried throughout the soundwaves in a sustained manner, your senses reach unmatched heights. Parker Howard’s music embodies the authentic definition of the roots of Country music oozes, as she does it all with a gritty poise. With each pulsating tone that drives the beat that much harder, the warm atmosphere that you’re summoned into carries out an inviting yet hard-hitting hue. The confidence that you receive from listening to “I Can Hang” takes you into a new dimension of self-assurance. Parker Howard ensures that her listeners are hanging on to each word she fervently utters as the intricately crafted lyrics dive into specifics of a this or that world in which she effortlessly exudes the ability to tackle all. Continuing to strut her charismatic swing on each record she places forth, it is no wonder why her fan base is flocking towards her in a swift motion. Parker Howard steadily proves that she can hang wherever she sees fit for her. We love the charisma that you exude in, “I Can Hang.” What moment or story inspired you to write this track? The talented writer's Bobby Terry and Shea Fisher wrote this charismatic song that I got the honor to record and perform with Off The Row Studios with the amazing help from PT Houston, Erin, and Sarah Morey! I fell in love with this song instantly and I had a major connection to it. I knew deep down it would be a major hit! The song was very spunky and loud and that’s how I would describe my personality. Could you please take us into what the creative and recording process looked like when fashioning “I Can Hang?" It was an amazing process that I got to go through and PT Houston made it even more enjoyable! When I would sing, PT would be in the recording studio dancing along to my music. All of the players that played on the tracks are very talented individuals that have played for some big-name people who I have listened to since I was a child. The studio is very professional and has an amazing process of how they get everything down from day one to tracking sounds to tracking vocals. I am very blessed to be able to record with the studio I am at. What musical and non-musical influences do you allow to speak into the music that you create? I have always listened to Dolly Parton, Alan Jackson, Allison Kraus, and so many more country artists from when I was a child that I grew up listening to. The sounds of the older country is always how I’ve wanted my music to sound, but with a small twist of modern music. I would love to pave my own genre of country music while incorporating modern and old country together. As one who is taking strides in the music industry, how have you found yourself growing as an artist from your first release to, “I Can Hang?" My very first release was from a studio in White Settlement, TX called SG Studios and I was with them for 4 years and now I have gone into the record in my dream city of Nashville, TN with Off The Row Studios. My voice has matured as an artist with many new songs and many life experiences. I am so thankful for the things I have learned from each and every artist I’ve encountered and I love learning on the way to finding my dreams. My sounds in my songs and my music have also matured very much - from just singing a song given to me to singing songs that I am currently in the process of writing and songs that tell a story that many people can relate to. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Something close to mystical is the unordinary sounds of an artist by the name of ASIA TYREE. A dream girl from the sunny place of Arizona who has acquired a taste for creating music that she is eager to share with the world. Expressing her sounds through various styles and genres, her musical creations can be matched to a euphoric, trance-like harmony with gravitating words for thought. As the journey continues in her search to find greatness, it has landed her in the starry city of Los Angeles, CA, as she continues to hit the ground running in the big world of entertainment. Grateful for a taste of the universe that ASIA TYREE serves up in the dreamy single, “Melt With U,” we are exposed to the eclectic surroundings that are a subject of her artistic environment. The ethereal ambiance that shifts your focus to what you hear through your headphones solely has a magnetic appeal as you gravitate towards the lucrative dreamscape that dances in your mind. ASIA TYREE utilizes various influences that bend genres and push resonant envelopes wide open for all to be invited into. The tantalizing yet prevalent timbres that radiate from her depths fully immerse you in the medley of wistful hues of Electronic music at its finest tenors. The striking lyrical motif of “I’d stop the world and melt with you” weighs heavily in our headspace as we transport ourselves to a certain moment in time where the clock feels like it has stopped. All we want to experience is that admiration through profound human connection. Allowing those emotions to run through your veins, the dynamism that ASIA TYREE serves comes so naturally for the emerging artist. Transmitting the exemplary foundation that will enable her to grow her fortified structure, ASIA TYREE knows just how to speak into our souls. We’re engrossed in the sounds you offer up in, “Melt With U.” How long did it take you to create and record this song? Thank you so much for having me. When it comes to the amount of time it takes for me to create a song, ideally that depends on the concept of the song. When creating “Melt With U” the concept pertained to thoughts and feelings I have for someone, so the process of creating seemed quicker because I had a vision of what I wanted to write about. “Melt With U” took anywhere from 45 minutes to write and recording was around two hours. Studio time always seems longer because I like to make sure all the vocal harmonies are in sync with the lyrics and instrumental. Could you please take us into what it was like working with your team in order to portray such a distinct sound in, “Melt With U?" Besides some producers and engineers, my team is usually my friends. I enjoy having them as support in the studio when I work. “Melt With U” was produced by one of my favorite producers TRBL. He is not only talented and versatile at what he does but he is someone who I consider to be a great musical mentor. He sent me a beat pack to my email and I chose which one caught my attention. I chose this instrumental for “Melt With U” because it had a very unique Electronic, Pop kind of feel to it. I recorded “Melt With U” at a well-known studio in Los Angeles, with an engineer I worked with frequently. Around the time I wrote “Melt With U” I was listening to a lot of 80’s Pop music. There’s a popular 80’s song by Modern English called “I Melt With You”, that is where I got some of my inspiration from. Other inspiration came from just pure thoughts and feelings I had in my mind about a person. Someone that I felt a deep connection for but couldn’t gravitate towards because of location and obstacles holding us back. That’s where the lyrics start to make sense. Usually, I like to write about things from experience and then give my listeners a chance to relate. How does this song hold up to other songs in your musical catalog? What makes “Melt With U” stand out from other songs in my catalog is definitely the sound. When it first plays you hear this soft-spoken girl and then all of sudden your on an emotional roller coaster when the breakdown hits. It’s my very first Electronic/ Pop style song in my catalog as well. I think I was aiming towards a certain kind of demographic. I believe I created this song for listeners who have a passion for Electronic music. I would say “Melt With U” truly embodies that kind of ambiance. With your style always taking influence from a variety of genres and sounds, what can we expect from you in future releases? I’m constantly being inspired everyday by different sounds and genres. Lately, I’ve been inspired by Afro Beats and Neo-Soul so that’s definitely something you might hear In my music in the near future. What can we expect to see next from you? Next, I will be releasing an EP. It will have 5-6 songs mainly themed around the idea of lovers trying to reunite their flame. All the songs will be produced by TRBL who produced “Melt With U”. I’m hoping to definitely reach the hearts with this project. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Crossing I’s Dotting T’s morphs raw, aggressive punk rock with Pop Punk/Emo Rock to create a unique sound with an organic feeling. Known to make you experience your emotions while simultaneously making you bounce, Crossing I’s Dotting T’s formed by Matt Mucerino in Orange County, CA, in September of 2020. Teaming up with producer/engineer Nick Fainbarg at Costa Mesa Recording Studios, Nick Fainbarg has helped create Crossing I’s Dotting T’s sound. With a defiant tone in the thunderous vocalization of Matt Mucerino, Crossing I’s Dotting T’s delivers their most recent single, “Drown.” In the reminiscent soundscape that lies in early 2000’s Pop-Punk vibrations, the buoyant tones that are offered are sonically accompanied by the pugnacious growls from Matt Mucerino’s vocal depth. Creating a captivating universe for us to feast on the edginess that continues to progress through “Drown,” Crossing I’s Dotting T’s brings emotions to the surface as we delve into grasping moments as they pass you by. The songwriting techniques produced have your mind filled with vivid imagery as Matt Mucerino has a knack for creating life-like illustrations on the canvas that is your mind. Crossing I’s Dotting T’s performs the musical elements as they collide with the effervescent trifles, which sets an enthralling hue of ambivalent fusion. Raging from the complexities that fuel that fiery sound of emo-gressive Punk Rock, we fixate ourselves with the undeniable talents conveyed in the prevailing musical creations brought forth. Submerging your speakers an unapologetic soundscape of virtuoso embellishment, Crossing I’s Dotting T’s confidently articulates the message that is placed across the globe. Congratulations on the release of, “Drown.” What inspired the lyrical content that we are exposed to in this single? Thank you so much! This song was broadly about depression/anxiety and not feeling great about yourself even though you know you should, and how that affects relationships as well. We are (for the most part) taught to feel good about ourselves, and I don’t have reasons to feel “bad” about myself, but that’s just the way it goes, it seems. That, in turn, affects your relationships and you just can’t seem to make it stop. What does the creative process look like between yourself and Nick Fainbarg when you are brainstorming musical concepts? Could you share a glimpse of what the creative process entailed for “Drown”? Basically, I will bring the idea to Nick in full form, and then from there we will dissect the song and see what needs to be added or what we can differently. We will lay down the basic tracks and then get started adding layers of music as we see fit! What are you hoping that your listeners take away from “Drown”? I am hoping my listeners can just feel something and relate. We all feel like we are drowning at some point or another (some more than others). For me, that feeling of not even being able to be there for myself makes it impossible to be there for others and I’m sure others can relate. What is the proudest moment in your artistic career this far? I just started this project in Winter of 2020 and in the past month of January I got signed to Golden Robot Records/Riot Records (home to Jefferson Starship, In the Whale, and many more) and I just did a Jam in the Van Live Session which is on YouTube, and that has always been a dream of mine. The next goal is to get a session with Audiotree, and we have been in talks about it so I’m hoping we can get it set up! What has been keeping you inspired to create music? I love making music and getting signed put a fire behind me that can’t be put out. I am working on my debut EP as we speak which should be released later in 2021! Spotify Instagram YouTube Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Heating up stages across Los Angeles with their dynamic, true to the soul sound, WinterGrain is an uber-talented duo that has us in pure admiration of their harmonic folk-pop craft. Beginning their musical journey out of Salt Lake City, Utah, Kate and Secily Anderson abruptly caught the attention of listeners with their polished and impactful writing and performance. With the help of Grammy Award-winning Ryan Hadlock masterfully handling the production of their recently released "Fists," it's without a second thought to righteously throw your hands in the air to this anthemic, bold and striking tune. A true testament to creative minds alike, the unfettered artistic erudition of this song screams deliverance from the restraints society is subjugated to face in our lives. The immersive duality alone brings a sense of liberation, elevation, and grace while touching on the importance of unification and rising above and beyond. Blissfully written to provide a simplistic connection of emotion, the audience can interpret the sentiment involved throughout this piece with incredible ease and satisfaction. The melodic instrumentals, in conjunction with the vibrant, pitch-perfect vocals, create a true sense of belonging, enthusiasm, and insightful atmosphere. Winter Grain's revelatory sound echoes greatness through the many prominent venues they've played in combination with festivals, private events, and on the radio. With overflowing gratitude, we can look forward to hearing more of their tremendous talent with the upcoming release of their EP that's dropping this summer. With the blistering integrity Kate and Secily have portrayed. Audiences everywhere can count on Winter Grain to continue to climb to new heights, remain the beacon on a cliff, and invigorate our fists to stay forever in the air. Hello Winter Grain, congratulations on the release of your incredibly orchestrated single, "Fists," and welcome to BuzzMusic. What does this song mean to you personally and how would you like listeners to receive the message that you're delivering? When we write music we just write from our own lives without any sort of notion that the audience needs to feel a certain way. The lyrics convey what we talk about quite a lot in our household: people have gotten angry, sometimes rightfully so, sometimes only backed by conspiracy. We are getting older and notice that the fire within us burns higher for all things we consider just and kind. The world has other ideas and in fact, we have family members who would rather fight than discuss. It breaks our hearts but in the breaking, it opens us up to more love. This song conjures up images of fury, exhaustion, and yet ultimately solidarity. When you listen we only hope you feel and hear whatever it is that encourages you to burn higher. Do you plan to continue playing as many live shows as possible or do you prefer to shift some of that focus to further studio recording? Kate is currently deployed for a year as she is an Army helicopter Medevac pilot. I'm in Los Angeles recovering from two major surgeries this last year so we are focused on releasing the rest of the songs we recorded last fall at Bearcreek Studio with Ryan Hadlock. If there happen to be chances for us to play we definitely will. Before the creation of Winter Grain, what sort of musical journey or involvement did you two have that helped shape the talent you've come to currently infuse? Kate and I met through a mutual friend years ago. We eventually connected in Salt Lake City and formed a band with local friends. We loved playing at Sundance and festivals and such. At the end of 2016 that band broke up and we decided to start a new project. In early 2017 we recorded our first EP at Bearcreek Studio after looking into Brandi Carlile and where she tended to record. In the time before we moved to Los Angeles we did a laser light show at The Clarke Planetarium in SLC which garnered us a Best of Utah Award. We played and recorded with up to 10 people at a time as we were really interested in collaborating and filling out our sound. Both our debut EP and the next were heavily influenced by bluegrass sensibilities. Our latest EP is much more pop with its instrumentation and production. We have been lucky enough to play at Hotel Cafe, House of Blues, Saint Rocke, Whisky a Go-Go and other events that have made our stay here in LA that much more memorable for us. We like that we continue to change and grow as a band and we are excited to see what comes of this next year. Is this song a taste of what we can expect more of in your upcoming EP? Yes, "Fists" is very representative of our most recent recordings. We focused on having tight harmonies throughout, lots of time spent on getting great electric guitar tone, and finding that space that is singer-songwriter, beachy, pop that flirts with rock. We are really excited to announce that Adam Neely is on a track that will be coming out this summer. What can we expect next? We are working on our next music video for the next single, "Better You." This will be coming out late spring with the full EP being released subsequently. Instagram Artist Website #BUZZMUSIC