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Diverse with aptitudes and techniques, Kaotic is a rapper that has always had a burning passion for music. Using strong lyrical conveyance in the way that he delivers his messages, he is also a firm believer that humor can be added to peak the sense of the listener. Adapting to a new-fangled reality, Kaotic has been working hard to remodel his release plans moving forward. In his most recent single, “Blacklist,” he dips his toes into his diversity as an individual and as an artist. Exploring the mind-altering self-assuredness that he effortlessly provides in the forward vocalization, Kaotic matches the bulk of the pulsing instrumentation that indulges us in the form of messaging that we admire. Living up to the boisterous sound that strikes heavily, Kaotic submerges us with the hard-hitting words that continue to bob and weave through his fortified cadences. Taking us through the well-timed verses, the lyrical dexterity offered up continues to steer us into the unapologetic persona that Kaotic embodies as he ensures listeners that he will never stop doing what he is passionate about. As we simmer in a pot of the effervescent vessels that come to us in the fashion of Kaotic’s edgy hits, we take in the body of work as a whole. Establishing his name in the new age that Hip-hop has delivered us, we are fixated on the traits that influence Kaotic as a true emcee. Continuing to make his mark, we suggest jumping on the Kaotic bandwagon before it’s too late. Congratulations on your most recent release of, “Blacklist.” We know that Covid-19 sadly played a role in a lot of your release plans. How long was the writing and creating a process for this particular single? The idea of the song didn't take me very long to come up with once I heard the beat. I already had the idea of doing a song like this/the topic like this. So when I started writing the song the verses came to me pretty quick. When it came to writing the hook though I honestly had to re-write it a couple of times because I felt the first couple of times sounded too calm and I really wanted this hook to sound full and really hit. Could you please share a glimpse of what happens to be your favorite part of the creative process? My favorite part of the process is writing the lyrics for the song without a doubt. I love playing with words and rhyme schemes. Moving lines around to make them sound better with another line or finding a better more creative way to rhyme something together. Or putting in a rhyme scheme that I know is there but maybe other people might not notice unless they really listen to the words. How has it been going back to the drawing board and re-working your business model as an artist and entrepreneur? It was pretty difficult at first especially because I've changed it again going into 2021. Last year I really wanted to put out as many songs as I could to build my catalog, but the more I did that I realized I wasn't putting as much into the songs as I wanted to. So this year I've made the decision I'm going to do fewer songs more videos. I've honestly changed my business as an artist and entrepreneur multiple times in my career of music because some things work and some things don't and you gotta pick up on those things and make the changes that benefit. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from, “Blacklist”? I really wanted to make a song that stuck out in the way that in the industry where so many people do it the same that it's all good to be different. Not worrying about being accepted because that music sounds just as good if not better in my opinion. There's a group of us doing our thing and you should give it a listen because it's truly worth it. What's next for you? I got a couple more singles dropping over the next couple of months, and also a couple of songs with videos for the spring and summer! I've also been in the works of putting together a team of artists and eventually turning it into a label so be on the lookout for that announcement sometime this year. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

A rabid fan of both the classic songwriters of the 1960s and modern top-40 Pop, Tim Kohler's music combines maximalist arrangements with maximum sincerity, eschewing the irony that often drenches today's pop and indie music. Garnering comparisons to Ben Folds and the Flaming Lips, Tim Kohler's songs often get a White Album treatment, with each track receiving unique considerations of instrumentation, presentation, and arrangement. Some songs are driven by bubbling keyboards and 808 drums; other tracks hum with fuzzed-out guitars; others feature nearly an entire orchestra. Sinking into an enthusiastic ballad that heavily relies on the prevailing string performance, "Typewriter" dips into an extremely forward presentation of Tim Kohler's vocals, as he sheds buoyant timbres that wash over you in a swift motion. Emphasizing his unique tenors with a diverse sprawl of artistic genius, you can hear the undeniable talents in both Tim Kohler's singing and songwriting techniques. He walks amongst the line of numerous genres and styles while never fully dipping himself into the mold of the sounds before him. Creating an unmatched sonic chapter that listeners can grasp with their heightened senses, the poignant delivery that rings bells in "Typewriter" has Tim Kohler elevated to a stature of innovative earnestness. In what would typically be a delicate offering of sweet sounds, Tim Kohler has a knack for creating a colossal universe of bliss. There is a beauty in the lyrical structure that Tim Kohler has released into this single quintessence. The striking words portray a loving story of admiration at its finest moments. In the irrefutable musical elements, the spirit of Tim Kohler's loving nature is captured as he stuns his audience in the prevailing tones set. With this merely being a sample of what's in store for this talented being, Tim Kohler is one to look out for as he continues to perform with his live band, the Friendship Orchestra. Congratulations on the release of your prevailing single, “Typewriter.” What moment inspired the beautiful songwriting you deliver in this single? Hey, BuzzMusic, thank you! “Typewriter” was inspired by my wedding day. I’m always striving to capture moments in the song, sort of like audio polaroids. “Typewriter” is about all the things that run through your head on the day you marry your best friend. There’s sort of a triumphant vibe to it all, like a giant cosmic victory, but you’re trying so hard to stay present, too. At that moment you really do feel like your love is the most gigantic love, and that no one else exists at all at that moment. When I finished the song I gave it to my wife Cat as my present for our first anniversary. What is the message that you’re hoping your listeners grasp from this piece? That love conquers all. We’ve sort of assigned a series of vague definitions of “love” in a society like we do with “hope” or “faith.” But in this case, I think it means positivity, resilience, kindness, selflessness. Do the right thing and you’re all but guaranteed to be happy. Cat and I had to overcome a lot to get to that day, both in our individual journeys and our collective ones, and we felt strongly that our love and positivity got us there. The message isn’t really that different than it is in my other songs—“don’t give up.” But with “Typewriter,” there’s also a bit of “we did it!” in there as well. You are known for your performances with the Friendship Orchestra. What was the creative and recording process like when bringing life to, “Typewriter?" I struggled for a long time to come up with a perfect arrangement for “Typewriter,” and I wasn’t happy with any full-band versions I worked on. Then I thought of the fact that Cat played the cello as a teenager, and I used that as a jumping-off point. Lately, I have been into the idea of singular themes in lyric, instrumentation, chord progressions, the idea of every element of a song being connected. Matt Jarrard from Book Club (another fantastic group from Atlanta, check them out please!) played the cellos, he overdubbed them, and my friend Martha Oceguera played the top part on viola. She’s another incredible Atlanta musician. I wrote the arrangement myself. I have secret ambitions to write string arrangements for other artists. We did the whole thing at Standard Electric Recorders, outside Atlanta, this place run by Damon Moon with an incredible live room inside of an old church. Another amazing Atlanta soul. It was such a wholesome day, recording this very sweet song with the nicest people in the world. It came together very smoothly. How does, “Typewriter” compare to other releases that you have under your belt? If you’ve heard anything else I’ve done, it’s all very maximalist, all very kitchen sink. I wanted “Typewriter” to be the inverse, only the most essential elements. Strings as the foundation, synth pad carrying the chords, piano carrying the bass end, some percussion. It just didn’t need anything more than that. I wanted to say something big without needing my usual fifty tracks of audio to do it. What would you like new listeners to know about you and the music that you create? I would like people to know that you are going to get a very genuine, sincere experience if you click on a Tim Kohler song. There is so much irony and cynicism in today’s music, whether it’s indie or top 40 mainstream…my songs are crafted with the intent to inspire, to motivate, to let you know-- that whatever it is you’ve been through, I’m there with you, I can relate. If you hit “play” on a Tim Kohler song, that music is going to try and connect with you, not try and talk over or down to you, but to get on your level. Also, know that no two of my songs are exactly the same. I never try and repeat myself. Someday I would love to have a Tim Kohler song for every and any situation! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Michael Matic has endured a lifetime of trials and tribulations that have shaped him as the artist we see before us. After both of his parents were jailed, Michael Matic, and his siblings were forced to transition from home to home, leaving them to cope with the anger and frustration of the aftermath. According to Michael Matic, this is when he turned to music as his only outlet. After moving to New York City, he was introduced to various musical instruments by his older brother, as they played, rapped, and freestyled. From hooks to verses, and verses to entire tracks, Michael launched the art of telling the story of his life’s experiences through the music that he places into the eyes and ears of the public. Teaming up with producer extraordinaire, Cedes, Michael Matic releases the reverberated elixir that is his most recent single, “Things I Never Said.” Through the dreamy instrumentation tackling a mid-tempo pulsation with opulent chords and perfectly timed drums, Michael Matic’s vocals slide into the arrangement like butter on toast. He exudes an exclusive take on the genre of Hip-hop as he pairs it with components of the Contemporary R&B stylings that have flourished in this evolving generation. Being washed away in the striking words that leap out of your headphones, you’re fully immersed in elusive tenors as Michael Matic finesses buoyant illustrations of this particular tale. Speaking through the emotions of missing someone that you love, he takes the verses and hook of, “Things I Never Said,” to address the heartbreak he feels in a one-sided relationship. Creating relatable content for his listeners to provide an emotional connection, Michael Matic is well-known for the depth he explores in the carefully crafted words that he conveys. Seeping pure authenticity into, “Things I Never Said,” you hear the true connection that Michael Matic has towards the music that he makes. For him, it is about more than absorbing melodies. His fluency in the universal language of music speaks wonders through the messages that he graciously transmits through soundwaves like these. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Michael Matic! We admire the heart that you place into, “Things I Never Said.” In your own words, what does this single mean to you? It means a lot especially when you putting your true feelings In it. I feel like everybody can relate to this song. Because at one point in life we all had been afraid to love. Afraid to trust and afraid to put our self out there so I feel like people can identify with that. Could you please take us into the creative and recording process that brought this track to life? When I first heard the beat, the first thing that came to my mind was I wonder does she miss me when I’m not there just randomly came to my head. From that point on honesty just took over especially when you add emotion and alcohol together. With each artist approaching their songwriting in a different manner, how important is it for you to take real-life experiences and put them into the music that you create? It’s very important because the general public can relate to real-life stories. that relate to what’s going on in life. Besides, there’s nothing that connects people more to you than raw honest emotion. What has been your proudest moment throughout your artistic career this far? My proudest moment is having people come up to me and tell me how much They can relate to my song "Things I never said." What can we expect to see next from you? Right now ( I got things I never said) merch dropping and a music video might drop a new song during the summer just gotta stay tuned to find out. Instagram

Coming in hot from Jacksonville, Florida, the 18-year-old hip-hop artist, rapper, and singer-songwriter Trill Jimi makes waves with his intoxicating single, "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)." After pursuing his solo career in the summer of 2019, Trill Jimi has been hard at work, striving to impact people's lives through his music. Also creating a YouTube and TikTok account to spread positivity, spirituality, and awareness for mental health, Trill Jimi is chasing his dreams and inspiring his fanbase to follow. Basking in the heat of his beaming single, "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)," Trill Jimi offers an intensely uplifting sonic atmosphere through the production's natural glimmer and shine. While rhythmically rapping messages of self-confidence and manifestation, we can't get enough of Trill Jimi's oozing authenticity on this single. "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)" begins with a bright and melodic sonic arrangement through plucky keys and a bouncy hip-hop beat, drenched in power through each crisp and tight drum-break. Not to mention the driving sub-bass and low-end kicks, this track already has our attention merely through the production and sonic portrayal. Diving into Trill Jimi's performance, we can't help but feel lifted after experiencing such a naturally alluring and compelling execution. Rapping about making his dreams come true and switching his mentality to achieve his desires, Trill Jimi offers us a map to success through his brilliant bars and highly engaging lyrical portrayal. Find Trill Jimi's single, "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)" on all digital streaming platforms, and catch his recently released music video for the single on YouTube. We're highly impressed with the lyrical depth and passion you've delivered throughout "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)." When did you begin writing rhymes and crafting ideas for this powerhouse single? "New Beginnings" is a very meaningful song to me. I was personally going through a tough journey before I wrote the song “New Beginnings.” I had been going through a spiritual awakening and was struggling to find out who I am as a person. After a couple of months, I had started to see progress and growth in myself. I like telling stories in my songs and that is what “New Beginnings is about, having a new beginning! Did you work with any producers to create your uplifting and bright production within the single "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)"? “New Beginnings” was produced by one of my old friends from high school known as Grayto. We also have a few other songs together on my latest album “Avatar Ascension.” What did you want your listeners to take away from your positive and motivational bars within "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)?" I wanted everyone who heard “New Beginnings” to take it as a sort of motivation. It is never too late to have a new beginning, it is never too late to chase your dreams, it is never too late to manifest your dream life and so much more. Could you take us through the shooting process for your music video for "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)"? Did you have any help behind the scenes? After I noticed that my supporters loved “New Beginnings,” I decided I had to shoot a music video for it to give it even some more traction. I’ve been working with the same videographer for a few months now, JxProductions. He is actually another old friend from my high school! We just decided to get a nice background that would really match the song's energy. Would you say that you normally write such empowering and inspirational bars, similar to "New Beginnings (Brand New Coupe)"? What lyrical themes do you usually touch on within your music? When I write songs, they express how I’m feeling at that specific point in time. Every song is like “a page in a diary” for me. “New Beginnings” comes from a very deep emotional state that I was in at the time. Same with all of my other songs, they all tell a story. What's next for you? Next, I plan to just keep working hard and chasing my dreams. I have a few projects I’m currently working on and plan to drop another album later in 2021. Not only will my upcoming projects include rap, but also many other styles and flows. Like Pop, R&B, Dancehall, and more. twitter.com/trilljimi instagram.com/trill.jimi youtube.com/c/TrillJimi

Drifting in from North London, the 23-year-old singer-songwriter Cathyy releases a plethora of musical diary entries through her sophomore album, 'Romantic Psycho.' With poetic lyrics straight from her personal experiences, Cathyy puts her thoughts and emotions onto paper for any listener to resonate with. Delving into the pop world with catchy heartbreak anthems, Cathyy will inevitably put a smile on your face while reminding you of tender past heartbreaks, triggering all sorts of nostalgia. Softly opening the album 'Romantic Psycho' with the intro track, "The Break Up," Cathyy takes on a platonic approach while sadly singing of a friendship breakup. Through soothing acoustic instrumentals, we drift towards the outro and into the next track, "Red Dress (feat. DEE TDL)." Livening this song with nostalgic 60s flairs and Latin-inspired guitars, Cathyy sings a mysterious story of a beautiful girl sitting across the bar and remembering her bright red dress for eternity. Slowing it down for the next piece, "Can We Have a Moment," Cathyy offers an Ed Sheeran-inspired ballad that sings of the devastation and desperation of unrequited love, placing her entire emotion and heart into three minutes. Moving into the next track, "Dear Diary," we hear another personal and nostalgic diary entry from none other than Cathyy, sounding as though she's straight out of a coming-of-age 00s movie. While singing of crushing on someone, the calming instrumentals float us into serenity. The next piece, "About You," is said to be the ultimate crush song on the album. Through somber violins and Cathyy's romantic lyricism, she sings of feeling hopeless when obsession takes its toll. Drifting into melancholy with the next song, "Only You," this track takes the cake as the most vulnerable and saddening piece to the puzzle. Cathyy sings another reflective message of longing for someone who can't be hers while slowly drifting into the next track, "Love You." An upbeat love song surrounding Cathyy's first relationship attempt, singing a playful message of loving that partner for eternity. Allowing listeners to heavily relate to the next song, "Beautiful," Cathyy takes on a vulnerable lullaby approach while singing of not feeling beautiful and the insecurities she struggles with. Striking us with the next powerful breakup anthem, "Ruined," Cathyy offers a spiteful message to an ex that tarnished their love and ruined the places they once wandered. Over soothing acoustic guitar, we move into the next track, "Kiss You Goodnight." A highly powerful soft-rock ballad, Cathyy tells us an intimate story of wanting the best for a lover who's down and out. Through Cathyy's ethereal melodies, she serenades us with her lyricism of wanting the best for someone and kissing them goodnight. Offering another acoustic ballad with the next piece, "Lonely Town," Cathyy tells a tale of longing for someone and becoming the mayor of a lonely town while wanting a lover to come and experience her luminous light. Giving listeners a slice of serenity through the instrumental track, "Autumn," we feel heavy Taylor Swift vibes from not only this piece but the entire album as it's jam-packed with emotional sentiments and lush melodies. Moving into the spirited love song, "Roxanne," Cathyy tells us a sappy fantasy of the charming observations she's made throughout the entirety of her loving relationship. Ending the album with the outro track, "Candid," Cathyy takes on a raw acoustic one-take song with a similar sound to an authentic voice note. After realizing her profound love for someone, Cathyy grabs her guitar, hits record, and sings from the depths of her heart. Experience the soothing emotion and relatable aspects of Cathyy's sophomore album, 'Romantic Psycho,' and nestle in with each conceptually sentimental notion and equally tender melodies. Congratulations on the release of your savory sophomore album, 'Romantic Psycho.' When did you begin writing songs for this 14-track project? Thank you! I started writing it right after the first album, to be honest, haha. I didn’t really stop writing, but the tracklist started to come together last year. By the Summer of 2020, I knew exactly what vibe I wanted and what songs to choose for the project. What inspired you to open up and not only be so vulnerable but candid for the creation of your album 'Romantic Psycho?' I think every songwriter is vulnerable to some extent. We are writing from our own experiences and heartbreaks, it can be scary opening up and being so honest to the public; but I just went through a lot of friendship breakups within the last year and it felt like something I had to share with people. These songs came from that and hopefully, lots of people can relate to them. It makes me feel less alone when people reach out and tell me what songs they relate to. Were you inspired by any particular artists when creating the instrumentals, melodies, and sonic atmospheres for 'Romantic Psycho?' I’ve been listening to a lot of stuff by a band called “Pale Waves”. Musically, you can hear a little influence from them on the full band stuff. But most of the ballads were just me finding my own style I suppose. Maybe a hint of Ed Sheeran's influence here and there, but me and my guitarist at the time worked really hard to create our own style. Which song off of 'Romantic Psycho' would you say was the most challenging to create and write in terms of vulnerability and emotion? I think in terms of vulnerability and emotion, “only you” was the hardest to write. It sounds catchy and mellow but I honestly can’t even listen to it properly anymore, the lyrics are just too hard-hitting and I knew how heartbroken I was when I wrote those lyrics. Did you work with any producers, engineers, or musicians to help execute and finalize your album 'Romantic Psycho?' Yes! I worked with a guitarist called Adam Ward, who is incredibly talented at turning my acoustic voice notes into these lovely big pop anthems you hear. Adam worked on most of the tracks with me, and Jake Sanders was my sound engineer. I worked with both of these people on the first album and it just worked so perfectly, so I needed to bring them in again for this record. The tracks “Kiss You Goodnight” and “Roxanne” were produced by a welsh producer called Dai Griff. He is insanely talented, and when he sent me the demo for both of these tracks, I knew that these would become some of my favorite tracks on the whole album. He’s brilliant, I’d love to work with him again! Instagram Twitter

Dirty Sole is a dynamic indie electronic group formed in 2001. Hailing from the musical epicenter of Chicago, the duo has been heavily influenced by the underground house movement that was born in the Windy City. Since their inception, the duo has seen multiple chart placements alongside Basement Jazz & Roni Size, in addition to leveraging their forward-thinking sound with major commercial brands like Toyota & Nike. Dirty Sole’s most recent ten-track album, “Future Looks Good,” is the definition of a sonic excursion. In an escalating transition that sets unforgettable tendencies, you swiftly find yourself slipping into an embrace of charismatic tenors. The fluent buoyancy that is transmitted has you vividly floating through the echoes of talent in an animated manner. Even when Dirty Sole reduces the tempo to get more intimate vibrations with their audience, “Future Looks Good,” hones in on various themes that portray the dynamic duo's sound, and a variety of emotions. Commencing the album with an energetic barricade, “Feelin’ This,” dips into the charming buoyancy of the euphonious vocals conjured up. As they set the pace with sparkling imaginings in an Electro Pop quintessence, Dirty Sole knows that this is the lively appeal sitting promptly in the ears of their audience. Urging you to get up and dance to the soundwaves transmitted, “Feelin This,” takes you under a spell and spits you back into the world of the nostalgic and vibrant atmospheric realm crafted in, “Future Looks Good.” We get to feel this intoxicating buoyancy spring back into the speakers numerous times throughout the album. “All Night Alright,” “Can We Go,” “Lift Me Up,” and “Let It Ride,” are prime examples of the musical contrast lighting up a room with powerful instrumentations setting the fortified tone. The vocal ranges that are produced by Dirty Sole emit a smooth and buttery luxury as you take in each note hit. You’re eased into a path of musical anticipation in the kingdom of melodic dynamism. We’re more than fond of the female vocals introduced on, “Animal Instinct (Gotta Be),” “Elevated,” and the harmonic accompaniment in ”Your Imagination.” Formatting a musical development that sits in an era of nostalgia and modern wave Electronic components, the Pop influence weighs heavily as they sprinkle their own unique flavor on each song while maintaining a united front that is dedicated to their unique sound. Flexing their ability to switch a mood in the blink of an eye, Dirty Sole takes you into the hollows of smooth ballads, “Breathless,” has you emotionally gripping the realism of Dirty Sole in place. Tapping you into a sedated state of profound realization, the effects released sweep you into a fragile ether lingering on your consciousness long after the song has ended. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Dirty Sole album without their final and title track, “Future Looks Good.” Bringing it home with the bubbly and rhythmic timbres to finalize this journey in a fashion that pays homage to the manner in which it commenced with, “Feelin’ This.” As we approach a depiction of vivid imagery that flutters upon their artistic journey thus far, you can’t help but feel overcome with a solidified spirit in the victorious sounds heard. The consistency of this project has us raving over the methods that Dirty Sole uses in order to connect with their fan base. They know themselves as individuals and artists as much as they know who they are creating music for. In a world that rotates around Dirty Sole, they set a triumphantly exhilarating soundscape that meticulously trickles into the speakers. The portrayal of the vocals has a confident swagger that is timed in a fluently transmittable sound. With a variety of tracks ranging from slow-paced to up-beat, Dirty Sole knows what they want and where they’re going. Let us tell you, the “Future Looks Good.” Congratulations on the release of your album, “Future Looks Good.” What was your main inspiration behind the collection of songs placed on the tracklist? Thank you! Great to visit with you again. “Future Looks Good” is our third studio album, and it came about much like the other two; we reached a new high in our creativity, production skill, and songwriting ability. It’s hard to pinpoint an exact inspiration, but it would be dishonest not to credit Daft Punk as a role model, haha. Not to say we’re trying to sound like those guys, even if we tried, let's face it, nobody sounds like those guys. I’d say it’s more about the evolution and maturity in our style. Things like incorporating a bunch of live instruments, working with amazing songwriters/vocalists, and not settling for anything less than perfection in the mixing and mastering phase. Being the dynamic duo that you are, how did this project known as Dirty Sole come to life? Dirty Sole came together over 20 years ago during the underground dance music explosion of the 1990s. Back in those days, we both spent most of our time DJing and promoting clubs and raves, both domestically and internationally. We were inspired by the golden age of Chicago House Music, listening to WBMX, B96, and the HotMix 5 on the radio, and wearing out every mixtape and piece of vinyl we could get our hands-on. We quickly bonded over a similar interest in music and complimentary production styles. Also, the thoroughly debauched lifestyle of that era, haha, but that’s another conversation;) When we started, we really enjoyed making fun track house records for some of the cult-classic house music labels, such as Classic Music and Robsoul Recordings. Over time, we continued to mature as artists and enjoyed exploring a more expansive vision for dance music, yet always remaining true to our roots. Today, we continue our focus by using those roots within a fresh new production landscape to deliver a fun (but mature) “Future Disco” sound, that blends with pop, dance, hip hop, and the retro French Touché vibe that we love. Is there a specific song on the album that you resonate with more than the others? If so, what’s your reasoning? We are definitely partial toward the title track, “Future Looks Good”. Given the challenging environment we all live in today, we think that the song has a pure feel-good vibe that delivers the "Future Disco” sound while highlighting our foundational aesthetic. It also falls right into the niche of a “dirty, yet soulful (or clean)” approach, which has always been a trademark of the Dirty Sole sound. How do you feel that “Future Looks Good,” holds up to previous bodies of work that you have released? The Future Looks Good LP is by far our best work to date. Even though music/art is always subjective, we think that each song has been crafted with much higher quality and integrity than anything we have written before. Additionally, as technology continues to evolve, we’ve also been fortunate to continue expanding our arsenal of equipment and collaborative resources. On this album, we collaborated with two extremely talented singers/songwriters, Denny White and Kristal “Tytewriter” Oliver. There’s no hiding the fact that it takes an army to move a mountain, and we truly owe our collaborative partners, in addition, to mix engineer (Jeff Ryon @ Studio City) and mastering engineer (Damian @ Connected) an equal amount of credit! We couldn’t be more proud of the teamwork and final product :) Since starting your journey, how have you found yourself growing as an individual and as a duo? Yea, I think we kind of touched on this a bit and feel that we’re always trying to be better while growing musically, collaboratively, and individually. We pride ourselves on being close friends before musical counterparts, so we’re thankful for that hope that it comes out in our music. facebook.com/dirtysoleofficial twitter.com/dirtysolemusichttps instagram.com/dirtysolemusic

Logan Bogdan, Known as L.B.C, is a spirited artist who creates touching tracks filled with speed and forceful energy. Joining the writing and production industry in late 2020, this emerging artist is gaining traction with each and every new product he creates. Nevertheless, his late entry into the industry L.B.C gained immense love and passion for music at a very young age and was drawn into the production sector where he has continued to grow his devotion and affection with each new single. "Nothing Left," is a fast-paced track with deeply emotional lyrics paired with a swift and light, instrumental flair. The lyrics flow lightly on top of the instrumentals to shed focus onto the talented guitar and other background instrumentalists. Collaborating with local artists has allowed L.B.C to connect more with his listeners and create tracks and emotions that they, as well as him, will enjoy and thrive off of, and being a newer artist the support and following of various listeners have catapulted his career to new heights. "Nothing Left" is a firing track that has deeper emotional meaning with each lyric and is a major part of L.B.C’s debut solo album “A Night To Remember on The Blue Sun” making it a must-listen for all music lovers. Your new single, "Nothing Left" is filled with so much emotion and energy, would you be able to tell us a little bit about your inspiration for this track? My inspiration for the track “Nothing Left” comes from just basically trying to find my own musical style. This is usually hard for beginning artists but for me, I felt like I knew how to do it somewhat. As this being my first album to come out, I tried to really be original and write the way I usually think and how I felt at the time. From beginning to write your own music to quickly releasing a debut solo album, how have you been able to create your own personal musical style and how would you explain this style? I wrote this album in such a short amount of time and just wrote what my mind was kind of feeling. I feel that my musical style changes between every song and or album. “Nothing Left” ranges from genres like Alternative to Indie to Psychedelic and as many people said “I feel like this song has your own genre to it”, I could definitely agree. Would you say there are any specific artists you draw influence from when creating your tracks and personal sound? On some of the songs, I feel like my writing style at that time ranges from some Remo Drive and M.A.G.S. to even some Boy Pablo and Peach Pit as people have told me. You mentioned your enjoyment when collaborating with local artists, tell us a little bit more about this experience? Collaborating with local artists just brings me joy and excitement because we love to share our own styles of music and bring them into one unique song. In the future, I plan to collaborate even more with local artists and create more that we enjoy and for the listener's satisfaction. What's next for you? Very soon in the future, I plan to release my sophomore album. This next album has very different elements of music sounding completely different than the debut album. I’m very excited about this one and some singles are on the way soon. instagram.com/logan_music16

Mexican-French singer-songwriter Canek uses his passion for classical and pop music to write authentic personal tracks that remain mainstream for listeners. Participating in the international choir, musicals, and other various plays beginning at the young age of 13, Canek gained a love for classical music that drove him to complete his bachelor of arts in musicology. His newest single “You and Him,” is a part of Canek’s first EP that is to be released this coming year and examines a sense of vulnerability that references classical instrumentals in connection with pop music. “You and Him” is a single filled with touching piano sounds and string quartets that dive deep and explores a connection between two individuals. It is filled with immense amounts of emotion and soft vocals that will move even the toughest of individuals and connect them together. As the track continues to build, the high-pitched vocals keep the intensity lighter while still managing to be a pop track focused on sorrow and heartbreak. Canek found himself using this single and EP to heal and process through emotions he felt tied to as he expanded his horizons to work within various musical genres. “You and Him” allows listeners to connect with the touching sounds and understand that each individual processes emotion at their own pace making it a must-listen too that everyone can relate to. Your newest single “You and Him” is filled with so much emotion, What was the production process like for you when creating this piece? I’m so happy and honored to do this interview with you guys! It’s so crazy, looking back at the first stages of the song. “You and Him” was written on a tiny keyboard in my apartment in France, with just a voice note and simple chords. Now it’s out, with a colossal string & vocal arrangement, with the help of my amazing producer Manolo Durán. The production process was like therapy for me. I needed to write the song for me first and foremost, to have a lullaby to heal the pain and put it to sleep. Nevertheless, it was also extremely scary being this vulnerable. I didn’t want to relive the memories every time I sang it but fortunately, it was totally the opposite: the more I worked on it, the more relieved I felt. It’s super interesting that your background is franco-Mexican, how do you think this influenced your unique personal sound? I consider that my franco-Mexican origins are really attached to my strong emotional and romantic side. I am a Latino, we generally speak and laugh loudly, we love to meet new people, we’re friendly and not at all introverted. We are not afraid to express our emotions, at least that’s my personal point of view. On the other hand, french people are more intimate, more stripped back, leaning towards melancholy and fragility in the most beautiful and purest way. You can hear it even on the way they sing, with artists such as Carla Bruni, Angèle, Barbara, which I love. What are you most excited about for listeners to hear on your upcoming EP? I am really excited for my listeners to experience the healing journey on my EP. Starting with my song “You and Him”, the beginning of the story, followed by the consequences and turmoil of it all, and finally the need to move on and find happiness again. I also hope they are going to find comfort and feel less lonely in their own heartbreak. If there is one thing that unites us is love, lack of love, family, friendship. We are in this together. You mentioned that your love for classical music began at such a young age, other than your background in choir and musical theatre was there any specific individual who inspired you when creating your connecting and emotional music? When creating my music, I’m inspired by individuals who are not afraid to wear their hearts on their sleeves and be vulnerable. I’m inspired by individuals who share their darkest moments in order to heal and bring awareness to others. For me, that’s the exact definition of courage. Furthermore, I’m really into artists that push the boundaries in terms of gender and music, that are not afraid to experiment creatively. What comes to mind right now is David Bowie, Lady Gaga, Christine and The Queens, and the ballad queen Adele. What can we expect to see next? I’ve been working on my next project for a couple of weeks now. The only thing I can tell you is that it’s completely different from what you’re hearing right now. It’s still very nostalgic and melancholic but tremendously upbeat and pops. It’s time to dance and have fun. We can say that my upcoming EP “Lamento” is an ode to my classical roots and the second project an ode to my profound love of pop music. canekmusic.com

Through their cerebral and soulful soundscapes that drench our speakers in sound, the progressive-rock project Ars Nova never leaves us disappointed, especially with their latest versatile album entitled "Mosaic." Leaving their audience's jaws on the floor through their exquisite five-part harmonies and incredible fretwork, Ars Nova saw vast success and critical-acclaim from their debut 2018 album, 'Of the Stars the Sun and the Moon.' Following up their debut project with a 10-track sophomore album, 'Mosaic,' Ars Nova shares the sounds of classical, metal prog-rock, blues, and country, formulated in their compelling musical vision. The 'Mosaic' album begins with the introductory track, "Winter's an Der Nach." As we start our venture into the piece, we're met with an astonishing 5-piece acapella that gives us a similar introductory sensation to a major motion film. Moving into the second piece, "Changing My Tune," Ars Nova begins the tune with warm acoustic guitar picking and Jim McKee's soulful stylings that sing of feeling renewed and refreshed. Giving an ode to country music through this feel-good track, we love the organic and genuine feel of each luminous instrumental and relatable lyric. Livening our spirits with the next track, "The First Sound of Thunder," this song begins and blasts through our speakers with versatility right off the bat. Fueling the track with a gut-wrenching electric guitar, a gripping bassline, soulful piano, and hefty drum patterns, Jim McKee later makes his way in and channels rock legends of the past through his powerful vocal delivery. Ars Nova takes us into the heat through the elongated instrumentals within the next piece, "Human Being." While pushing powerful instrumentals with soulful rock elements and textured acoustic guitar melodies, Ars Nova later tells a needed story of how there is only one race, the human race, as they pay tribute to black lives worldwide who suffer from obnoxious and ignorant discrimination. Sharing a bouncy and lively instrumental with the next piece, "Numerologie," Ars Nova takes us into a scorching rock atmosphere, offering similar unconventional bass and drum flairs to Rush's "YYZ." Switching up the sonics for the next track, "The Challenge," the piece begins with nostalgic synths that glimmer and shine alongside the upbeat drum patterns. As Tim Folkerts starts singing of his refreshed self, thanks to a new lover, we adore the warm tones and uplifting feel of his delivery, especially while the punchy rock instrumentals accompany him. Continuing the electronic theme throughout the next track, "Scherzo," Ars Nova takes us on a blistering and exhilarating cinematic adventure through John Thomas' astonishing keyboard playing. Accompanied by Ars Nova's fiery rock instrumentals, we love the soulful sci-fi feel of this unique instrument. Slowing it down with the next piece, "All for You," Ars Nova goes back into their country roots and delivers this song with the heart and soul of country/folk-rock while singing a passionate story of devoting yourself to true love. Channeling their classical side with the 10-minute track, "The Story of Your Life," the intro opens with cinematic piano melodies that drift through twangy electric guitars and John Thomas' powerful vocals. Fueling this track with rock, classical, country, and a hint of poetry, Ars Nova keeps us entirely engaged. Landing on the last piece of the project, "Falling Star," Ars Nova ends the album on an energetic note through their upbeat rock instrumentals and anthemic vocals. Singing a story of taking on more than you can handle, Jim McKee and Tim Folkerts truly bring this song to life through their soulful vocals and natural charisma. Through the entirety of Ars Nova's sophomore album, 'Mosaic,' they've kept us locked in through their placements of vastly different genres and genuine lyrical content. Find 'Mosaic' on all digital streaming platforms. Seeing as the project contains ten thorough tracks, how long was the album in the making? When did you begin writing songs for the project? The first recording session was in July 2018. We’d get together once a week, ~3 hours per week or ~300 hours total. Some songs had been sitting around longer than others. John composed “Winter’s an der Nach” more than thirty years ago, but it didn’t really come to life until we used it as the intro to our album. Other songs more or less came together in the studio. Was there a specific concept or theme that you wanted to play out through the album 'Mosaic?’ Whether or not this was intentional, this album is like a sonic mosaic. There are lots of different sounds, like pieces of a puzzle, that really come together in a unified way. We certainly didn’t want to make an album where all the songs sounded alike. It’s definitely a rock album, but there are a lot of different styles that show up – rock, jazz, country, blues, classical, just to name a few -- that come together in a really cool, natural way. One band, many sounds, one sound! Music is such a positive force for all of us, and we hope that we’ve been able to transfer that positivity to our album. Could you tell us more about your group members and how you went about the creative/recording process for 'Mosaic?’ Each of the pieces -- eight vocal and two instrumental -- has its own backstory. “Scherzo” and “Numerologie,” written by John and Lance, respectively, were presented to us more or less complete. It was a matter of learning our parts and recording them, with the composers acting as the producers for their songs. Other songs, like “The First Sound of Thunder” and “Falling Star” started as instrumentals and Jim wrote lyrics and threw in some melody ideas. During the recording process, we experimented a lot with parts and instrumentation; some things were added, some were discarded, but we eventually arrived at a result that we were happy with. There are quite a few tracks within 'Mosaic' that would make for quite the live music experience. Which track is your group's favorite to perform or rehearse, and why? Whatever song we happen to be playing at the time is our favorite. All of them are fun to play, and all of them present unique challenges. How does 'Mosaic' contrast or relate to your debut album 'Of the Stars the Sun and the Moon?' Are you able to track any growth or change between the two projects? During our initial run, from 1980 to 1985, we were playing five nights a week and having a great time doing it. We had a lot of experience playing other people’s music -- Genesis, the Beatles, Pink Floyd, ZZ Top, and too many others to mention -- but we never had the time to think about playing our own music. Fast forward to 2017, we’re back together and working mostly on our own material, and in the back of our minds is the question, “What are we supposed to sound like?” The first album was really about feeling our way forward. Once we had finished the first album, we pretty much started right away on the second one. Everybody had a lot of ideas and was eager to get started. Everybody sings lead, somewhere! We took a lot more chances on this album -- more vocals, more instruments, and more colors. It’s more wide-ranging, more challenging to play, and really fun to listen to! Facebook Instagram

Alternative Rock artist, Action Doll Joe hails from the dusty deserts of California. Writing story-like lyrics while belting out vocals he has a stylish delivery similar to bands like Relient K, Panic! At the Disco, and Green Day. With a desire to make music that can help people through hard times, Action Doll Joe shares his own experiences through the inspiration he embodies. Action Doll Joe takes an opportunity to delve into infectious grooves that simmer in a boiling pot of Pop-Rock quintessence with his most recent release of, “Paper Heart.” Emitting a message of heartbreak and the heartache that accompanies such experiences, Action Doll Joe pleads with a friend to stop trying to make romance happen with all the wrong people. The brilliant metaphor he places forth compares them to a paper valentine that is getting ripped apart by their fruitless endeavor. Exposed to an effervescent environment that packs a punch, Action Doll Joe has listeners swarming in the intoxicating rhythms of this up-tempo anthem. The melodic expedition that Action Doll Joe presents in, “Paper Heart,” leaves you feeling an innovative sense of victory as you bounce up and down to the mesmerizing trenches of sonic liberation. “Paper Heart,” has you switching gears as you approach the clarifying script with a fresh mindset. Action Doll Joe manages to exude a vivid image of his lyrical talents as you watch the progression unfold in a triumphant manner. Kicking his 2021 releases off with a signature hit in the realm of Pop-Rock delicacy, we urge Action Doll Joe to keep them coming our way. Could you please take us into what the creative and recording process looked like when giving this piece life? Of course! At the time of recording, I still wasn't sure what exactly my "sound" would be; working on this track helped me to pinpoint how I wanted my music to sound. "Paper Heart" had two ideas going into it when I began to record: first, I wanted to create something that was just fun and high energy while retaining my effort to write meaningful lyrics. Second, I also wanted to try some new things when recording my music. I know my first EP was rough around the edges because I am still learning more about production, but I feel as if I got a better grip on it when making this song. I guess the creative process in this case was just me learning to perfect my music and production more. How long did it take you to create the single that we know as, “Paper Heart”? This song was an old one that I had written when I first began songwriting, and the first version was pretty clunky. There's also a recorded version of the old "Paper Heart" that I did for the final project of my music production class (I didn't reuse any of the ideas or elements from that recording, though). I thought it would be cool to make a single or two to get my music out to audiences more, so I pulled this one out and fine-tuned it a bit so that I could make a decent song with it. I recorded, mixed, and mastered it within three weeks sometime during June or August of 2020 ( I can't remember exactly when). The process really wasn't that long, and after a few tweaks here and there, I just saved it for this February. Do you have a personal favorite lyric? Oooh, that's a tough one! I am really not sure if there is a specific lyric that I'd say is my favorite since I'm proud of how the song came out in general. Maybe the end of verse one, the part that says "but you glue it back and beg the boys to be mine." I think I like that part the most because of the way the melody flows right there! I am a huge fan of fast-paced verses when a singer can do that well, so this was my attempt at doing the same thing. Also, I feel like it conveys the struggle of the person being sung about pretty well. With every artist being vastly different from the next, do you happen to have a favorite part of the creative process that you enjoy more than others? Why? Definitely the recording process! I love writing and figuring out the key and chords, but actually recording the song gives you your first idea of what it will actually sound like. I don't really come into it with any pre-planned parts for the instruments, so I end up just having fun figuring out or ad-libbing each part for the first time. Hearing every instrument click together is so satisfying! With your musical influences speaking into the music you create, how would you say that you allow them to influence your sound? I have actually thought about how my influences affect my music before. I've come to realize that the artists I listen to have each taught me something individually. One of my favorite bands, Relient K, influences both the structure and topics of my songwriting, while also having taught me the importance of making things catchy and creative. Panic! at the Disco and I DON'T KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME both showed me the style of music I prefer and the sounds that I like best (I've even looked at the chord progressions of their songs to see how they get their sound). Starflyer 59 showed me the importance of experimentation in music and making sure your music has a good groove to it. These are some of the ways I've let these bands and artists influence me through the years. They're all so unique with their artistic approaches, so I have tried to be unique just like them. instagram.com/actiondollJ facebook.com/actiondollJ