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Houston Indie-Rock band, Getters are sure to power through your speakers with their most recent single, "Row." Being the lead single off of their forthcoming debut EP, 'We Are Getters,' the band continues to shake up the norm for what their audience anticipates and cannonball through their very existence. Ensuring listeners that the filters will be limited through a portrayal of realism in the lack of visions of grandeur on 'We Are Getters.' Instead, Micah Miller (drums), Jerry Nettles (guitars, keys), and Christopher Goodwin (vocals) found fulfillment through a creative outlet and a desire to share genuine moments with those who would connect with them. Magnifying the gravity that erupts through the essence of their pulsing lead single, "Row," Getters flaunts their well-rounded use time and spatial ratios in order to have their fan base simmering in a stew of precarious tempos. "Row" exudes a prevailing cadence that allows you to reflect on their intricate songwriting techniques surrounded by a rhythmic fusion of tightly knit percussion, lush guitar riffs, and a sepulchral resonance driven by the bass. With the reverberated hues that grasp the quintessence of emotion-filled timbres from Christopher Goodwin, the thought-provoking lyrical motifs transition back to the extensive invitation to get out and keep moving. Accompanying the ethereal universe of "Row," a predominant wave towers over us in the realm of imaginative illustrations that have us deep in our headspace. Eye-catching visuals that encapsulate an ominous sci-fi offering have us fully immersed in the fusion of Quentin Tarantino and David Lynch-like film hues that jump off of the screen. Getters provides their audience with a dynamism that remains unmatched. Their fluent blend of vitality walks effortlessly amongst the creativity that drips from a positive mindset. Fixating ourselves on the thunderous charisma that continues to sweep the soundwaves, Getters has officially set the tone for what's to come on their forthcoming EP, 'We Are Getters.' Getters, we are filled with anticipation of what’s to come with your highly anticipated EP. “Row,” has truly set the tone. What inspired you to make this song the lead single off of the project? Hello there, BuzzMusic, et al! Jerry Nettles here. There is a lot of anticipation on our end, as well. We are extremely excited to hear and see how everyone reacts to Getters. “Row” is the 2nd single from our forthcoming EP, ‘We Are Getters,’ which will be released on June 25th via our own label, B.A.M. Recordings. We are releasing one single and video per month, starting last month when we released our debut single, “Tidal Wave.” All that being said, “Row” is absolutely one of my favorite songs from the EP. Musically, the song ended up with an upbeat, happy, positive vibe, and lyrically it ended up in a place that was very relatable to where the three of us were individually at that time. Feels good to have shared it with the world. Glad you are enjoying it! Could you please take us into what the creative process looked like when structuring, “Row?" “Row” was exciting to write because of how it originated. Our drummer Micah’s oldest son, Ronin (9), was super excited about his dad and me writing music and has recently started the piano program at his school, he decided to write a piece on piano and text it to me saying “make this into a Getter's song.” Well, that is exactly what I did. I took inspiration from his piano piece and wrote the music for “Row.” At that time, our singer Chris was not yet part of the band, so I sent the song to my brother, Brent Nettles, to see if he would slap a vocal on the song. He was able to come up with the pre-chorus “…and I wanna make you feel alright, but you’re just too close to me…” Once Chris joined the band, it was easy to explain where the song was and from where Chris was able to finish the rest of the song vocally. We love the visuals that accompany the single. Was your vision executed exactly the way that you had envisioned? How much of a role did you play in the creative direction? I do not think that the vision could have been brought to life any better, to be honest. Micah and I came up with the concept ourselves and our videographer, Wade Concienne, took it from there. Within a few days, he came up with the storyboard and shot list, then we got the shoot on the calendar. It was our intent to veer away from your “traditional music video” that is based around performances and to create something you could enjoy even if the audio were muted. In short, the idea of the video was a hybrid of 'No Country For Old Men' and 'The Umbrella Academy.' Can you see it? Could you please tell us what listeners have in store with your six-track EP, ‘We Are Getters?' In my opinion, listeners are in for a multitude of moods, vibes, and sounds. I think there are tracks that fit any season and can trigger a wide range of emotions. When writing for this project, we didn’t have a set “sound” in mind, which allowed us to attach ourselves to a broad spectrum of ideas. As time passed and we wrote more and more songs, the 6 tracks on the EP connected with us most. What's next for you? The Beatles’ “Come Together” starts spinning in my head when asked this question. I think it’s because all three of us are working really hard to find the right puzzle pieces to the Getters puzzle. It’s challenging to find the pieces when the only image you have to reference is in your head. TBD by us. Which is a great/exciting challenge. As of right now, we are working up some new content ideas that we hope to be able to talk about soon. Just last week we went back into the studio to start working on our next EP. If all goes well and we stay on track, then we will continue with our song and video releases and drop the next batch of songs each month between July through December. Beyond that, we are also turning our focus on to what a live show will be like. Excited to start bringing our imaginations to life and perform live once the world has returned to some semblance of normalcy. Hope to see you there!! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Straight out of Inglewood, California, with purpose and precedence, Son Kuma blesses us with a teaser of his debut album. A former student of Stanford University, Son Kuma, turned to making music with a passionate pursuit to mix and produce music that instigates an irrevocable joy and satisfaction that listeners can indulge in and relate to on a fundamental level. "Good For Life" is an instant favorite that presents a blossoming of optimism and opportunity. This song gives the audience a glimpse into the mind of a talented songwriter whose focus is a clear-cut exposition of his genuine, artistic aspiration. With the opening of a throaty bassline and sultry vocals, it's easy to see why his original mixtape 'Indica' garnered over 7 million streams worldwide. Producer Carter Bryson assists on an upbeat and downright flavourful track as Son Kuma's silky transitions create a nuance of incisive verses. The agile delivery and crisp lyricism create an atmosphere of tranquil fluidity that makes it effortless to delve yourself into from start to finish. With just a taste of his upcoming album, this hit incites excitement and enthusiasm for what's to come in the near future. Don't miss out on the intrepid audio or find the official audiovisual on youtube. Without further ado, let your worries slip into oblivion as you hang your feet up, kick back and vibe alongside the ascending talent that is Son Kuma. Congratulations on your latest release "Good for Life." Do you feel as though there was a major turning point in your life that drove you to start making music and how much does it have an influence on your songwriting? In terms of making music, I feel like I always just had music in my soul because I can't remember a time when I wasn't making music or surrounded by music in some way. Even though I was a beginner music creator for most of my life, I still loved it enough to teach myself how to play certain instruments like guitar and cello. However; in terms of taking music seriously and crafting an artist persona, the major turning point to influence my decision was being suspended from Stanford University. I was going through a ton of growing pains while coping with hella childhood trauma. Trying to discover myself in this high-stress environment was difficult and led me to create an unhealthy dependency on multiple drugs and substances. This, coupled with a devastating heartbreak, family struggles back home, and the absolute worst luck during the academic quarter led to my academic performance dropping off the map, and Stanford decided to suspend me for a year in order to figure out where my priorities lie. During that academic suspension, I taught myself how to produce, mix, master, the whole 9 -- and recorded my debut mixtape, "Indica" -- which heavily covers the events that led to my suspension. Can we expect similar sounds throughout your upcoming album and what made you choose "Good For Life" as your debut teaser to the album? Hmm, the simple answer is no. My supporters have become quite aware by now that I never like to make the same song twice haha. In order to make each songwriting experience fun, I tend to try new vibes and sounds with each track. This can be seen in my previous mixtapes as well, where each song has a different vibe -- but tied together they effortlessly bring my listeners through an emotional sonic journey. "Good For Life" happens to be the last track on the album, the culminating emotion of this phase in my journey. The album's title is also "Good For Life" so for that reason I felt like it would be a great single in order to bring some excitement for what's to come in the future. Do you have any specific artists that inspired you or proved iconic in your eyes while you've progressed through your career in the music industry? Definitely, Tyler The Creator, Kendrick Lamar, Frank Ocean, SZA, Ty Dolla $ign, Childish Gambino, Drake, and Anderson.Paak. All of these artists have inspired me in various ways and have proven themselves to be iconic in my eyes. I hope to be able to craft songs that elicit the same emotions that some of my favorite songs from these artists have elicited from me in the past. Besides the release of the album, is there anything you can tell us about what your next steps might be as an artist moving forward? Besides my album, I would really like to have a merch drop and go on a tour. If the universe allows it, I will cross both of these major steps while continuing on my music path. What can we expect to see next from you? I plan on dropping a music video from a song on my upcoming album in early March. I may also drop another single in late March or early April depending on the reception of "Good For Life" -- My creative team and I have a lot of content in the vault to go along with my album so we are very excited to continue this rollout. The album follows a relatable journey on the struggles of finding value, passion, and meaning in the cold world we live in. Finding the good in life and becoming at peace with the up and down wave-nature of reality is the destination of this journey. Thank you for your support. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Former United States Marine and Country Rock recording artist Art Mulcahy is looking to turn heads with his latest anthem, "Together We Survive," off of his forthcoming full-length album 'How My Country Sounds.' Art Mulcahy reigns supreme with a multi-genre sound and has drawn comparisons to Lynyrd Skynyrd, Brantley Gilbert, Bon Jovi, and Journey. With his fierce creativity carving out a burrow specifically for his talents, he continues to garner major attention with each significant move he makes. Tracked in Los Angeles and Nashville in 2020, "Together We Survive" was produced, recorded, and mixed by Nashville veteran and Los Angeles-based creative Jonathan Smith. This lead single takes you through an abundance of emotions as you take in the artistic splendor that gracefully positions itself in the arrangement placed fourth. Art Mulcahy's comforting tenors ooze a charismatic appeal in his vocalization that spread over the sonic canvas. From tightly knit drum patterns, a palpitating bassline, and warm guitar riffs of "Together We Survive," like butter on toast. Being the illuminating light at the end of dim tunnels that life places before us, Art Mulcahy simmers his audience in a reflection that dwindles on the importance of unity across the globe. Considering all the turmoil in the world these days, he and his team decided the best move to make would be to lead the full-length album with a song that would bring everyone together in times of fear and uncertainty. As a triumphant execution of brilliant tendencies seeps into your speakers, you feel victorious in the messaging that takes you through moments of mid to up-tempo hues. Basking in the glory of the ingenious illustrations that Art Mulcahy emits, we feel the emotion in his voice take notes from the burning passion that ignites his inner flame. Prevailing with a superlative essence, we recline into the musical creations that radiate a sense of unity and freedom. Congratulations on the release of “Together We Survive.” Could you please shine a light on what the creative process looked like when fashioning this lead single? Art: My Creative process Was to Bring people together in times of adversity and difficult situations. I wrote together we survive as a tribute to the survivors and those that lost their lives in the Las Vegas shooting at the Jason Aldean concert. My heart was also in other places watching the riots on my TV and seeing the division in our country and wanting to make a statement that not only points out the things that make us different and the things that make us the same as human beings. I wanted to make a positive statement to bring folks together in a positive way. What was your experience like working with Jonathan Smith [a.k.a. TheRealJonSmith] and your label Native South Records in order to achieve the desired sound on “Together We Survive”? Art: It was an incredible process working with Jonathan. He is super professional and a lot of fun. He really lets the Artist take the reigns and add their own magic to the recording. I’m also very excited to be a part of Native South Records. They are totally artist-friendly, and the whole team is always looking for a way to elevate what an artist or band is trying to achieve. We have had a lot of fun recording and traveling at times to get this project as good as we could possibly get it. We tracked in Los Angeles, Nashville, and even some things in Lake Tahoe. Jonathan brought a lot of killer musicians into the studio like his former Luna Halo [Rick Rubin / Columbia Records] bandmate and killer bassist Victor Broden in Los Angeles as well as session / Jacob Bryant guitarist Jake Parshall remotely via Nashville. This project was full of laughs, cries, and real experiences in the process of creating this record. We have become like brothers in the process and I look forward to making many more records with Jonathan in the future. We were thrilled to hear about the visuals that will be joining the release! Could you please tell us about the music video that will be accompanying this song? Art: Very excited about the music video and getting to work with Christian Siebert and OJ Aguilar at Eisley Creative Co. out of Kenosha, WI. I believe I wanted to be straight to the point with a performance mixed with hitting the points this video represents. Unity, love, working together. It was a blast making this video and I believe everyone that see’s it will get the point. What does your audience have in store for the sounds to come forth from your full-length album, ‘How My Country Sounds’? Art: A whole new sound! I am reinventing myself and pushing my limits musically and creatively to not have a song that has the same sound and presentation. I want to be an artist of all genres and just have fun most of all. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? Art: Life, in general, has always been my inspiration to keep my fuel going. There have been so many changes not only in the music but my personal life. I am resetting to continue to push harder in creativity, have some special features from other artists, work with many other artists, and hopefully, soon tour the world with my sound and what I was meant to do. I’m here to inspire and be inspired bringing wonderful people together of all races, colors, and all walks of life. Website Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Known as the alt-rock Frankenstein soaked in static, the versatile duo Dead in Shibuya releases their third single entitled "Betty is a Lovechild." Created to keep its members sane, Dead in Shibuya saw their inception during the heat of lockdown. Spreading positive through their crackling instrumentals and electronic approaches, Joe Denny (vocals) and Sam Barker (bass) are gripping our souls now more than ever. Through their heated release, "Betty is a Lovechild," Dead in Shibuya powers through with incredible stamina through this industrial-tinged track surrounding lust and Hollywood's vampires. While blending the hard edges of rock with electronic music's danceability, Dead in Shibuya takes us into a 90s action movie vibe through the powerful lyricism and equally compelling sonics. Listening to "Betty is a Lovechild," the track opens with a pulsating kick and Joe Denny's Alex Turner-like vocals, drenched in lust and sensuality. While the instrumentals begin to offer this heated blend of alt-rock and electronic, Joe Denny jumps into the exhilarating chorus and stomps along with Sam Barker's gripping bassline. While the boys continue their heated venture through this plucky and sultry tune, Joe Denny truly makes the experience all the more engaging through his powerful and highly passionate vocal stylings. Sam Barker's intense bassline keeps the track moving with energy. He takes the song to the outro with the utmost power and desire. Find Dead in Shibuya's third released single, "Betty is a Lovechild," on all digital streaming platforms, and get to know the powerhouse sounds of Dead in Shibuya as they pierce through 2021 with force. We're head over heels for such a sultry and passionate tune like "Betty is a Lovechild." What inspired this song's creation? We’re both big into rock music and really always have been. We grew up listening to bands like Green Day and My Chemical Romance- and that era of rock is still a big inspiration to this day. But Joe, our singer, also has a massive love for alternative RnB and singer-songwriters- so anything we write is going to take inspiration from that too. Artists like The Weeknd, Frank Ocean, and then Alt-Pop artists like Billie Eilish. Betty was us wanting to blend these two worlds, keeping our hard jagged rock edge, but making sure those alternative pop melodies and passions really came across in the lyrics and vocals. What was your creative process like for "Betty is a Lovechild" when merging the likes of alt-rock and electronic to make for such a lustful and sensual experience? We’d been listening to Outkast the night previously, just sending links over to each other about how great their aesthetics and songwriting are. That led to Joe finding this beat made by XYZ which really hit a similar spot to them. It’s dark and pulsating- with a feeling of danger and excitement to it. He wrote the first verse and chorus melody line over that and the core of the track was there. I added the basis of the lyrics onto that- taking inspiration, especially from the movie Blade. They always used to show that movie at like 8 pm on a Sunday night back in the 00s. It’s such a nostalgic memory of these vampires fighting to the death over a techno soundtrack. It’s always been one of Joe’s favorite films so it was written with him in mind. It also just clicked into that beat really well. We went back and forth honing the lyrics and music, adding in little elements like the bass guitar and the harmony ideas- and eventually, we’d crafted Betty. How did you want your audience to react and feel after listening to your desirous lyricism within "Betty is a Lovechild"? I think the song’s supposed to make you feel cool. It’s like a soundtrack to a night walk, smoking cigarettes, and losing yourself in the city. It’s quite a paranoid track so we want to kind of tap into that sense of isolation you can get in dense concrete environments. But it also has that edge of Hollywood and drama that gives it a kind of playfulness, and sense of humor almost. Could you tell us more about your debut album "Night Machine," set to release this year? Night Machine is something we’re really proud of. We’ve spoken a bit about these different influences we have- how we’re trying to blend rock, pop, alt RnB. Night Machine is that but really maximized. So we’re bringing in genres like Pop Punk, Metal, Piano work. It’s really a celebration of all the music we loved growing up and all the music we’re interacting with and enjoying now. We hope if people dig Betty they’ll enjoy it too. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? At the moment, with the state of the world, as it is, it’s mainly trying to create something positive for the world. When times are tough like this it can often make you realize what you really value in the world. For us, it definitely made us even more thankful for all the music that inspires us- and if we can push out some love and joy into the world to help others, that’s definitely an inspiring thought. Instagram Spotify #BUZZMUSIC

From Barbados to New York and Virginia, the DJ, producer, and songwriter ROS teams up with singer-songwriter Aura Jade for their latest collaboration, "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)." After graduating high school, ROS became a well-known DJ around the east coast hip-hop scene. Best known for his acclaimed nightclub and festival performances, ROS also garnered incredible attention through collaborations with Beyonce, Christina Milian, The Carters, Mr. Collipark, and Cutty Ranks. Diving into his latest release, "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)," we hear a divine and sultry r&b/pop atmosphere that soothes our souls from the jump. While Aura Jade delivers a glimmering performance, she's perfectly complemented by ROS's tender, rhythmic, and melodic production. As "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)" opens, ROS takes his time to deliver the utmost serene and sensual production through angelic vocal harmonies and incredibly melodic keys. As the driving bassline begins pushing its atmosphere, Aura Jade starts singing her passionate and empowering message of leaving someone in the past, as it's far too late to return. We're feeling heavy grooves from this song's sonic atmosphere as ROS drenches the track is nothing but heat and passion. While Aura Jade continues singing of moving on for the better, we can't help but chant the inspiring lyricism alongside her vibrant performance. Reaching the end, ROS and finishes off with the dreaded dial tone, emphasizing the disconnect. Get your groove on with ROS's latest single, "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)," and allow your ears to float along with Aura Jade's shimmering vocals and ROS's tender production. Can you start by telling us what brought you to the stylings of Aura Jade for your collaboration on "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)?" What was your collaborative experience like? Funny story: we actually met on IG during a spirited debate about police brutality..lol. Neither party knew the other were recording artists at the time. It felt like the universe wanted us to collide that way. Once we figured out who the other was, I promised I'd circle back to them once I had the right song to collaborate on. That song was "Too Late", which turned out to be the second single I've released with them (the 1st, "Let It Snow", was released in December). It has been a crazy, wonderful unique experience from start to finish. When did you begin creating the sonics and production for "Too Late (feat. Aura Jade)?" What vibe and atmosphere were you initially going for? "Too Late" is actually the first song written for the album when we began sessions in June 2020. I didn't have a plan going in and just wanted to vibe with the writers to see where we landed. The song was written by the upcoming Atlanta-based songwriting duo, The Key. They killed it! Could you tell us more about your philanthropic endeavors? What inspired you to create the DJs Against Hunger Foundation? Absolutely! I've always tried to have a community-minded component to my life & career. In my teens, I worked as a counselor in a transitional living center. It completely altered my view on homelessness & food insecurity. Once my national profile grew as a DJ, I wanted to find a way to incorporate my philanthropic endeavors with the overall DJ culture. Hence, the birth of #DJsAgainstHunger, our nationwide initiative to combat food insecurity in 2014. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? I simply love it! I am a writer and creative by nature, so having an outlet like original music to explore in this era of "direct to consumer" distribution feels like the start of a new chapter in my career. I now plan to release original records for the rest of my career as DJ. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Having caught the attention of Sean' Diddy' Combs and DJ Khaled through her appearance on Fox's breakout hit reality show 'The Four: Battle For Stardom,' Kendyle Paige is back with her ethereal vocals on "Brainless." As the lead single of her recently released EP 'Before We Had Time, We Had Fire,' "Brainless" introduces Kendyle's determined attitude for the project, "My noise is not absurd, I am not as foolish as you may have heard..." The song is an outcry of Kendyle's pent-up emotion, a declaration of her true feelings, a warning to not take her for granted. Kendyle Paige's tone exudes courage throughout the track, with an almost sultry flow; her exclamations of emotion are carried with confidence. The confidence she talks of discovering in the song "I'll find my own bravado"... but we think she's found it already. The self-proclaimed bi-coastal artist spends her time working between New York and Los Angeles, having performed on legendary stages such as The Bitter End and SOB's. Kendyle has no signs of slowing down with an unmatched work ethic as she warms up for her second studio album set for release in 2022. We love your new single Brainless. The video is extraordinary, could you tell us a bit more about the process behind the video? Thank you so much! I appreciate the watch. My cousin Richard Valentin directed this, and I couldn't be happier with it. When we first throw ideas around for a video we always go back to what I was feeling when writing it. As an independent artist, I currently still have to work a full-time job. I work in the industry, just not the part of the industry I want to be in forever. I remember dealing with a really mean, and aggravated client. I took my lunch hour early and just sat in my car bawling. This is usually my favorite emotion to write to. I was feeling like there are two sides of me, and whenever I'm too deep into my 9-5 It's like the 'Kendyle Paige' part of me kind of dies a little. Dramatic I know, but that's exactly where my mind was. We took this idea and kind of ran with it. We told the story without spelling it out for people, and I think it's my favorite video we've made. How important would you say your partnership with producer Brandon Lee Richardson has been in finding your formative sound? The most important! Brandon found me when I was a baby artist. I had songs written, but no original sound yet. He took what I had and made it something I didn't know I needed. My sound is definitely unique and ever-changing but always stays true to the sound we created in our first single. Following your appearance on Fox's "The Four: Battle For Stardom", how much of an impact did the show have on your career, would there have been anything you would have done differently? I'm grateful for my time on that show. I think it definitely gave me a bigger audience that still sticks with me today, but that's all. I would have done everything differently. Even as someone who thought they knew everything about the TV world in music, I knew such a tiny fraction at the time. From the manipulation of the producers when trying to get you to say things in the wrong context, to the really crazy editing to make me seem like a villain, I wish I was just given more information from the jump. It's definitely something I learned from, and I'm grateful for that. What difficulties have you faced in releasing your EP during a global pandemic? Have you had the opportunity to perform the EP live? I think this pandemic has been super hard on everyone, and I don't plan on making a fuss about how I can't perform right now, only because I know it's safer for everyone. I released this EP knowing it was going to be a pandemic project, meaning I wanted these songs out in the world as a very tiny distraction from the mess it's in. These songs are for my listeners who I can't imagine what their day-to-day looks like, but maybe my music can make you feel a little better. I haven't had the opportunity to perform it live, but when it's safe for everyone I absolutely plan to. What's next for you? I'm moving back to New York to create my next project and be closer to my family. LA life has been fun, but after experiencing the pandemic here it's the last place my fiance and I want to be in an emergency. I'll be back from time to time to perform and record, but other than that my heart is in NY. My next album will be full of live instruments, and some underground artists I really want to create with. I've always loved the vibe and feel of a live show, and hope once it's out I'll be able to perform it live. Instagram Facebook TikTok #BUZZMUSIC

There are many ways in which one can describe Rico. However, unique, talented, and charismatic only begin to scratch the surface. Twenty-one-year-old artist and hailing from Windsor, Ontario, Rico writes from a place of honesty that stems from his heart and soul. The realism he displays seeps into the calm and rhythmical creations that combine art, substance, and melody in perfect unison. Fresh off the delivery of his most recent six-track EP, “GLACIER BOY,” Rico drowns listeners in a natural soundscape that delves into his artistic versatility in the musical talents that he displays. Emphasizing the sixth song on the tracklist, “CHOSEN ONE” immerses you in tantalizing instrumentation while Rico provides a delicate vocalization of cognizant words to cascade with the melodic hues showcased. The reverberated echoes that fill our speakers remain top shelf as we become mesmerized with Rico’s tonal distinction as he continues to transition us through smooth cadences. Being relentless with the lyrical dexterity that he offers up, there is no denying that he is a breath of fresh air with the inspirational overflows of his skill set. Honing in on his lyrical aptitudes, Rico holds onto the nostalgic tenors that set the old school genre apart from the Hip-hop creations we hear today. Adding his unique flair to bring us the best of both worlds, Rico has carved out his burrow as he continues to turn heads. Seamless execution seems to be the name of the game as we sink into our seats and appreciate each detail that Rico made sure was not overlooked when bringing forth this project. “CHOSEN ONE” is the well-deserved ending that sets “GLACIER BOY” in a league of its own. We love the sixth track “CHOSEN ONE,” that is showcased on your EP titled, “GLACIER BOY.” Could you please take us into what this song means to you? "Chosen One" is basically just a message to me reassuring me that I was made to make music and that I'm on the right path. It's hard starting off in the music business and sometimes you can doubt yourself. I wanted to make a song for those times of doubt where I can go back remind myself that this journey is worth it in the long run. What are you hoping that listeners take away from the full concept of “GLACIER BOY”? When people listen to Glacier Boy I want them to visualize a frozen heart that slowly melts throughout the EP. I was in a moment in my life where I had given up on love and was very closed off but met someone who made me want to come out of my shell and slowly let them in and had my heart thawed out. What inspired you to place “CHOSEN ONE,” as the final song to complete this EP? Chosen One as the last song just felt right. It was a statement I wanted people to remember and it seems like a fan favourite so I guess it worked. How does this body of work hold up to previous releases that you have out? Glacier Boy is definitely on its own level compared to my other projects. I've been making music for a short period of time but on this EP you can hear the growth in vocals and production. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? Do you need any motivation to do what you simply love? That's how I feel about music. The process is just so fun and fulfilling knowing how much effort you put into something and seeing complete strangers enjoy it. Spotify Apple Music Instagram TikTok Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Teaming up to serve shimmering electronic soundscapes, the LA-based producer/artist truekolors and Sydney-hailing singer-songwriter Amy Lyons release their energetic dance hit, "Over and Over." Having met online in a marketing course, truekolors and Amy Lyons struck various conversations about the program they shared, which later escalated into becoming friends and fellow creatives. Now collaborating on music together, the two finally released their upbeat electro-anthem that moves mountains. Expanding on their single "Over and Over," truekolors and Amy Lyons do an incredible job of transporting us into warmth through the song's hypnotic summer feel and lush arrangements. While Amy Lyons offers her sweet vocals for truekolors to chop with perfection, the song gives us all the energy to move our feet as we reminisce nights on the dancefloor. Jumping into "Over and Over," the song opens with a heavy sci-fi-inspired synth arrangement and enchanting keys alongside Amy Lyons' filtered and haunting vocals. One the radiant beat drops, we can feel a sense of progressive house merged with deep house through truekolors' melodic production. Amy Lyons' melodies and lyrical portrayals are truly intoxicating, especially once truekolors distorts and chops them to offer the same melodic arrangement as the accompanying house-inspired production. Once the exhilarating bass-like synths grab our hands and take us onto the heart of the dancefloor, the song makes its way to the outro through each brilliant and fiery sonic. Dance the night away with truekolors and Amy Lyons on their latest electro single, "Over and Over," available now on all streaming platforms. We love the energy and life you've created with your single "Over and Over." What inspired the two of you to make this lively single? truekolors: Her vocal melodies were nice, to begin with. I listened to the lyrics she wrote and was fixated on the phrase "over and over to you" which was relatable. It reminded me of some of my past experiences when I kept going back to a relationship with no future because I was drawn too strongly to the person and was blinded. Amy: I think truekolors is a gifted producer with a great ear for detail. I really wanted to work with him and see what we could come up with! Over and Over is such a fun track and I can’t help myself but dance when I hear it. We can't get enough of the brilliant vocal chops and synth arrangements within "Over and Over." What sort of atmosphere were you initially aiming for when creating the production? truekolors: I wanted to make an emotionally dynamic song in which I start off soft and mellow then take a turn and never come back. The lyrics and vocals are quite melancholic so I tried to match that with a heavy and bassy beat that's not too fast. Speaking on the lyrical aspect of "Over and Over," did Amy Lyons write her own lyricism? What themes did she touch on within her songwriting? Amy: Yes I wrote the lyrics. I started writing the song about a toxic friendship I was in. My friend started to put me down and it made me feel really terrible about myself. When I sat back and saw what I was writing, I realized that subconsciously I was also writing about a toxic relationship that a family member was in. I think these lyrics are my way of processing both of those experiences that I had kept bottled up. It was therapeutic for me to write such a powerful lyric. It was freeing. What should we expect from your forthcoming collaborations? Will you deliver more radiant house-inspired songs like "Over and Over"? Being both EDM enthusiasts, we will try similar themes and styles, but more towards house rather than house-inspired. Our next collaboration will convey our growth working together and hopefully showcase more of what we have to offer as artists. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? Amy: I really can’t imagine not creating music. It’s such a big part of my life and I find myself always inspired by like-minded musicians. I’m inspired to create by trying to translate my deepest and darkest feelings in a beautiful way from what’s going on around me or happening in my life at the time. truekolors: Sharing emotions with others, either with collaborators or listeners makes me happy and it keeps me push myself harder. Spotify Instagram Soundcloud Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Zenia Marshall wears many hats in the music industry. However, the loquacious title best to describe her is the title of an emerging Filipino Canadian alternative-pop singer-songwriter and a professional film/TV actress. Although new as an original artist to the world of recording, Zenia Marshall is a stage vet, having sung and toured worldwide in her mom’s internationally acclaimed Tina Turner Tribute show from the young age of 13. Approaching each song as a different character or with a unique style, genre, and story composed of emotionally rich melodies and deeply vulnerable introspective thoughts, Zenia Marshall hopes her songs can help one person out there feel connected with, seen, and safe. Tackling a utopia of dark elements that drive into the realm of sheer bliss, Zenia Marshall’s latest single, “Heaven and Hell,” feels like a sonic expedition through the depths that both dwellings offer in terms of radiated energy. Through colossal sounds that begin as trickling melodies, the panning that is used in the production scheme has our mind effortlessly swaying to the dark underworld, yet peeking into the feathery essence of a light-filled burrow. Zenia Marshall cascades her lush vocals over the undeniably intense tempos that the instrumentation produces. Co-producing each of her musical creations, Zenia Marshall is known for her exploratory tenors that border that silky smooth ambiance of soul-infused timbres. As “Heaven and Hell” progresses, we manage to find a deeper appreciation for the buttery harmonies that sit in the background of this soundscape. The conveyance calls to us in a larger-than-life manner as the reverberated resonance strikes us in one fell swoop. With her unique songwriting techniques, we are offered a persuasive landscape of rich imagery through the abstract sounds that have us fluttering into an ethereal universe. Zenia Marshall is one of a kind, and she proves it repeatedly through the intoxicating melodies that she brings forth. Congratulations on the striking composition that is, “Heaven and Hell.” What inspired you to tap into this subject matter through metaphors and realities? Thank you so much for having me!! It honestly was a rush of feelings surrounding how I felt about love at the time and the story drew from my introspective thoughts when I was trying to articulate that emotional reality. It started with the realization that the more in love, enamoured, and consumed you are with someone, the more power that love has over you. Realizing that love isn’t separate from pain and one cannot exist without the other - the two coexist in a dichotomic dynamic. The concept evolved from that to taking on a more toxic flare and unhealthy aspect of the depicted relationship. I started seeing the parallels between a powerful love and god-like abilities both having the power to alter your world between two extremes and even the act of unknowingly surrendering yourself to the power of another in midst of the vulnerabilities that love requires. Before I knew it, the story expanded on that experience, tapping into the confusion one might feel about the projection of this kind of conflicting relationship which only naturally pushes you to question yourself, your decisions, how much to compromise, and ultimately whether to stay or go. As you can tell, by the end of the song, it hurts too much to leave so the character of this story remains stuck between these two elements. At the time, Heaven and Hell were the only metaphors that truthfully felt like it summed up that conflicting contrast in a consuming love that felt so otherworldly and resulted in an infinite timeless emotional reality. What is the main theme and message that you’re hoping your listeners take away from, “Heaven and Hell”? In Heaven and Hell, we essentially have this story about this person stuck in a relationship that puts them through a whirlwind of emotions from the highest of highest and lowest of lows. It sounds hella dramatic from an objective external point of view but for anyone who’s deep in that type of relationship dynamic - those feelings are very real and can feel quite torturous at times (haha!). Hopefully this song can be a safe space for listeners to feel what they feel, to not feel alone in the emotional turmoil and conflicting heartache, to reflect on what resonates with them, and perhaps even empower them to make a decision that will lead to better and healthier relationships. Known for your work as one of the leads of the “Date My Dad” TV series alongside guest-starring in Supernatural to name a few of your accomplishments in film and television; how is the creative process different when tackling a role for the film, versus your musical creations? Honestly, there are so many layers to this question because there are so many parallels between music and acting. Currently, in my music creations, I find myself writing each song as a different story, style, and character, partially because I have a need to meet more than 1 type of story or genre. I think I get a lot of that approach from acting. Despite the similarities though, they both fulfill a separate part of me. Most of the time music is emptying out my consciousness and using that truth to sculpt and paint the story in a beautiful sonic world where it can live and be fully expressed in its own unique way. Acting is a lot of the time abandoning myself and forgetting about who and where I am rather than sorting it out intentionally and articulating it. It’s an act of empathy and service for the story, allowing the different sides of oneself to run free under disguise with complete permission to be what it is. In a way, acting seems to ask of you to find both yourself and the character in the world that someone else has written and created and to make that your own. Whereas music allows you to be in your own world from the gecko - especially if you’re a songwriter or producer, you create every single part of that world yourself and makes it feel that much more of a personal space. Ironically, I feel like, despite the differences in my own approach to them, they both lead back to the same emotional truth, inevitable parallels with life’s realities, reflective revelations all phrased into a cinematic or sonic beauty. There’s so many layers to both art forms, I can go on forever about this so I simply must stop before I go on forever haha! What happens to be your favorite part of your artistic journey this far? My favorite part of my artistic journey so far is the first blooming buds of creation. It’s the magic feeling of a melody pouring out of your heart and your soul opening up a bit more. It’s so fulfilling yet it’s ironically brutal how it leaves artists feeling just about unsatisfied enough to feel like a project is never done. A trapped melody or not being able to articulate a thought or feeling is like an itch you can't scratch haha. The experience can be really grounding and centering once you get it all out there - it feels like if I leave it for too long, my heart clogs up with so many thoughts and emotions and the act of creating and writing that allows the accumulation of overrun thoughts and feelings to be emptied out and rebooted to restart again. My next favorite part is hearing a song in its first official draft - from what you had envisioned in your head singing into a tape recorder, muttering an abstract assortment of words, and playing a chord imagining a whole band with that to hearing it all for the first time in its entirety. It’s magical. I just hope to be able to share this feeling through my music with more people. If my creations ever get to serve anyone out there or make any impact in someone else’s life, that would surely be my next favourite part. What's next for you? Next off, I have a few more singles coming up this year before dropping my first EP! Having written and sat on so many songs for wayyy too long, I truly am stoked to finally get them out there! My next few songs and videos will be quite the switch up from this one as well! Varying from slow ambient hopeless romantic to darker primal existential abstract beats to some fun 80’s pop-inspired upbeat self-empowerment tunes (woohoo!). As you can see, there’s a lot of experimenting up ahead! Overall, I want to make sure that I create each project in the fullest expression of that story and song’s world rather than trying to squeeze it into a single mold or style/genre for the sake of the business. I believe artists have so many sides of themselves to give and I don’t think that should ever be limited and hopefully, that resonates with some people out there! Putting every story into production and crafting a full project around each song has been pushing me to better improve in my crafts and further explore the direction of my artistry, genre, and style, and I’d love to invite everyone to come join me on my journey! Of course, I’m also hoping that soon Covid will leave our planet be and that times will be safer to resume tours and live performances with live audiences. I’m really looking forward to performing my original tunes with real humans in front of me (haha) and I also am excited to go back on stage headlining with the “Relive the Music 50s/60s” tour once it’s safe to do so! Til' then I will be working hard on getting my original tunes out there for you! Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok #BUZZMUSIC

Brooklyn bred rapper and lyricist QuanDon, grew up in the heart of early Hip-hop culture. This sparked his passion for numerous elements of Hip-hop, including the art of being an emcee. QuanDon grew up around freestyling, and bar for bar battle raps with witty punchlines. Being inspired by what he was a witness to, he put pen to paper to write his first rhymes in the early '90s. Capturing his audience with the charismatic flows exuded on, “Life’s a B*tch Pt. 2,” QuanDon recruits artist Jack D., in order to fire some heavy Hip-hop ammunition. The buoyant instrumentation takes over your speakers as it embodies the true essence of 80’s Hip-hop nostalgia, taking you back to Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. As you reminisce on the enticing sounds that began an introduction to a genre bigger than anything you could imagine, you appreciate the lyrical dexterity that QuanDon flaunts effortlessly on this track. Being an emcee that appreciates and pays homage to the roots, QuanDon’s fluently tenacious cadences allow the impressive rhyme schemes showcased to jump out of the speakers. We get swooped into the artistic embrace that QuanDon offers up in his performance. Pair that with Jack D.’s hunger and raw juxtaposition of meaningful subject matter, and you have yourself a hit that speaks volumes. As the dynamism between these artists effortlessly floats on top of the lively instrumentation, they both offer up themes of real-life experience that have shaped them into who they are today. Utilizing their voices to send out a message to the audience before them, they fixate their attention on shining a spotlight on the Black Lives Matter movement and the acts of injustice that happen around the world. Fighting for a better tomorrow, QuanDon and Jack D., encourage their listeners to step up in, “Life’s a B*tch Pt. 2.” Hello QuanDon and thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic. The duo of both you and Jack D. mesh seamlessly together. What was it like coming together to work on this track and give it the sound we hear today? It was easy for us to come together and create a song like this. We share the same interest in music. We came up with the concept a few years before we wrote the song. We love that 90's sound and flow. With our lyrical styles, we knew we could continue where NAS and AZ left off. How important is it for you to carry forth Hip-hop’s roots as the genre continues to advance in various paths? It's important for me to continue the roots of hip-hop for the future. I bridge the gap between yesterday's artist and today's artist. I was born in the '80s so my musical influence spans the whole culture from birth until now. Could you please take us into what the creative and recording process looked like for the creation of, “Life’s a B*tch Pt. 2?" A late-night studio session sipping cognac and Brooklyn's finest smoke was in the air. Mahogany wood grain studio that was dimly lit. We rehearsed the verses we wrote while the beat played in the background. I wrote the hook on the spot which mimics the original. I wanted it to keep that 90's essence. I had to add the right swag to it on the spot How have you found yourself evolving as an artist from your first song to this current release? I have evolved as an artist as far as perfecting my style and mastering my skills. I have more control of what I want to say as well as what's needed. I found my niche and I learned how to merge my style with today's music by being a versatile artist creatively speaking. What would you like listeners to feel while they are listening to the music you create? I want a listener to hear my music and value it. I want them to always get that feeling of hearing real dope lyrics, metaphors, punch lines, and a classic hip-hop sound that's missing in today's originality. They need to feel inspired or motivated by emotion or knowledge. Maybe I can change your mind and your thoughts. I want listeners to relate to what I'm saying. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC