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Romel grew up with a burning desire for music. Inspired by artists such as Michael Jackson, Usher, Musiq Soulchild, and Chris Brown, he began creating his own music in high school. With a developed sound, this New York-based vocalist’s goal is to touch people’s hearts and souls with his music. His intimate soul-baring songs are certain to have him touching hearts in no time. In a luxurious blend of warm sentiments, Romel asserts his reflective juxtaposition in the vocalization he delivers on his most recent single, “Choose to Love.” The desire exuded in the vocal performance has you swaying to each perfectly time snap that sets the rhythmic slow-tempo of this ballad. You’re swept up in the way that the instrumentation progresses in intensity as you’re taken through the sweet soundscape of, “Choose to Love.” Delving into the striking lyrical bout that hones in on the radiating topic of, “what if we chose to love?,” we’re offered a lens into the heartfelt timbres that Romel bellows from his spirited persona. Allowing this track to act as an open letter to the one he wants to spend his days with, Romel serenades listeners far and wide, as this relatable topic hits home for many tuning in. The elements of the composition complement one another in a seamless expression of opulent resonance to pull you in. Taking you into your own personal headspace, Romel paints elusive imagery that pushes you deeper into your inner self. Always staying true to his beaming charisma, Romel takes, “Choose to Love,” to another dimension of compassionate offerings from his emotion-driven soul. Congratulations on your most recent single, “Choose to Love.” What moment or story inspired the concept of this single? Thank you so much! And I wrote this song about my 3-year relationship with my girlfriend. It’s inspired by our high & low moments and everything in-between. What message are you hoping that your audience takes away from this song? I hope they take that being an old fashioned lover or a hopeless romantic is still ok nowadays. It may not be popular with our app using hook up culture. But it definitely still exists. So definitely don’t give up or settle for a love you don’t really want because that specific kind of love you want and deserve is out there and when you find it it’s one of the best feelings in the world! We can definitely hear your musical influences speak into the music that you create. Has this always been the sound that you have had? I think so, I’ve always had a love for R&B/soul music. I feel my sound will always stem from R&B but I love to create and experiment with other Genres. A lot of my new projects will have a mix of R&B, Pop, Hip-hop & Alternative. When creating heartfelt ballads such as, “Choose to Love,” does your creative process differ from other songs that you may have released? Yes! I knew this song would be different after writing the first 2 lines. It’s personal but truly special to me because I definitely took a more direct approach in writing and when I played it for my girlfriend she cried and told me “this is now my new favorite song of yours” What would you like new listeners to know about you and the music that you create? I want them to know that the music I make is meant for them to feel something! That’s my main goal for every song I make. To find the soul in it and relatability so it can touch others! Spotify YouTube Instagram

Hailing from Los Angeles, California hip-hop combo artist GreekGod sings of stepping away from others and focusing on his own path in his newest vivid track. Although he is a newer emerging artist, just starting out in the production industry his immense passion for music has been a part of his life since he was just a child and can be found in various musical shapes. Combining trap, drill, and traditional hip-hop, “Love You Not’ has a flow and musicality within which the background tech sounds work to enhance GreekGod’s sharp vocals and drive within each verse. His natural flow for hip-hop is clear with the masterful crafting of emotional filled lyrics like “All these people telling me that I'm a changed man, guess we grew apart and I really can’t blame them” leading listeners to feel his sense of isolation from others. Listeners can feel a slow growth within this track that adds some slight R&B style as GreekGod sheds light on his strong personal feelings and experiences in this catchy and lively track. “Love You Not” drips with swagger, sonic sounds, and some edgy vocals making it a must-listen! With this ability to grab in listeners with his unique edge so early in his musical career it’s clear GreekGod’s love for music isn’t going anywhere and we can expect more killer tracks in the coming year. What would you say was your inspiration for this track and how did that influence the musical process? The inspiration from this track came after a conversation with a very close childhood friend. We were talking about where we were in life and how many people we lost touch with along the way. I realized that many people who say they are riding with you no matter what happens are not sincere. The hook of the song was an actual quote from our conversation: “ Funny how they love you but don’t want you up.” Who would you say your biggest musical influences are within the hip-hop industry and how have they impacted your unique sound? I would say one of the artists that really inspire me is Future. Future has been in the game for so long, evolved grew, and became a phenomenon in the hip-hop world of today. I would say that his style and approach to being different is very motivating to me. What persuaded you to take the leap into the music industry about a year ago? Since I was a kid I’ve always been involved in music in some form or another. I play different instruments and it just felt natural to me to start recording. I grew up listening to all different kinds of music but hip hop has always been special to me. The decision was very easy when I decided to get my voice and my sound out there. Moving forward do you hope to stay within the music genre or pair together some other sounds in your singles? Going forward I would like to work on my style and grow as an artist. I like the direction I’m heading and the kind of music I’m doing. I believe my style is the perfect sweet spot between drill, hip hop, and RnB. What's a favorite quote or piece of advice that keeps you grounded? I am very aware of where I stand as of right now in my career and the advice I actually gave myself is to always be your own biggest supporter. If you don’t support and love what you do, you will have a hard time convincing others to do so. Website Instagram YouTube Spotify

Independent singer and songwriter, Alex Van is a Belgian artist whose musical career began when he began to play classical guitar at the age of nine. Quickly his musical style started to shift towards folk, blues, and rock music. Being shaped by tragic events that have taken place in his lifetime, his honest lyrics and up-front melodies invite listeners directly into his heart. Warm acoustic guitar strums immediately illuminate your inner light as you begin to take in Alex Van’s latest single, “In Her Eyes.” The profound vocalization that Alex Van displays, shimmers through a euphonious utopia of mesmerizing sonic heights. Humble, but proud of the meaningful lyrics he brings to life, the prevailing tones glisten through delicate tenors permeating throughout your mind. The mid-tempo instrumentation sways through the evocative guitar riffs, as the tight drum patterns bring rhythmic ambiance to a whole new dimension. This earnest ballad of, “In Her Eyes,” dips into themes of a love-fueled heart. Placing attention on the stunning moments that Alex Van shares with his brown-eyed girl are both poignant and heartwarming. Alex Van channels his energy through artistic talents that remain top tier. With numerous elements influencing his sound, it becomes more and more apparent that these echoes speak into the musical creations he puts forth. Accumulating exclusive sounds of his own while paying homage to artists before him, the performance that is, “In Her Eyes,” seamlessly flows together in a unified manner. With our sights set on the forthcoming narratives that will be released from Alex Van, we shall continue to dip our toes in the pool of his heavenly aptitudes. Congratulations on the release of, “In Her Eyes.” In your own words, what does this track mean to you as the artist? Thank you so much for having me. This song is was written almost 4 years ago when I was studying songwriting in Brighton Uk. It is a track that is very close to my heart, I feel it is one of the first ‘honest’ songs I have written in my career as a songwriter. It is also the track with the best feedback many friends and fans were genuinely touched by the song which means a great deal to me. How long did it take for you to record and create this particular song? The interesting thing with this song is that It took me 3 years to take it to the studio, I did record a bedroom demo at the time but then I kind of let it rest for a bit, I was still playing it live until I came to the point where I really got tired of playing it (That is when I knew that it was time to take the song to the studio) The writing however only took me around 2 hours. I wrote the lyrics hungover during a lecture at university and the chords I wrote in my room. The recording process took a while because believe it or not more time goes into recording an acoustic track than an electronic track( at least in my experience). Especially the recording of the acoustic guitar, I can’t remember how many takes it took me to get the right sound. After the recording, my producer and I waited almost a year to finalize the track with mixing and mastering. (because of the coronavirus) Probably the reason why the track came out so well, like a good wine we let it rest for a while and went back to finalizing the track with fresh ears. Does all your music reflect stories that have personally experienced? What moment inspired, “In Her Eyes”? I believe every song got a story to tell, some of the more intense than others, In Her Eyes was written during a time where I just wanted to experience romance and love ( something I never really experienced before at that time). It describes a moment where I allowed myself to feel vulnerable by looking deeply into someone's eyes. I realized that one look can be enchanting enough to let go of all the bad stuff in life and just be there and live the moment. How does, “In Her Eyes,” hold up to other musical creations in your catalog? As a musician, I have always been more of an acoustic guy. With my previous releases (Forever Young and Pretty Faces ) I tried to experiment with different sounds like trap beats and voice samples, it did come out really well but let's say that so far "In Her Eyes" has been one of the crown jewels of the songs I have recorded so far, I think it describes best who I am as a musician. I wanted to give out the feeling that I am playing the song right in front of the listeners. Currently, the goal is to use a more organic approach with the recording of my other upcoming songs. What would you like new listeners to know about you and the music you create? Three years ago my big brother, Julien, passed away at the age of 28. When he died, something was triggered inside me. Of course, I was not in a good place, and I am still sad and devastated, but it made me realize that life is very short. Many people, including myself, are putting energy into things they don't like or want to do or be. At first, I felt powerless and a bit hopeless confronted with this idea but then I decided to channel this bad energy into something inspiring. Through the release of this album, I want to tell stories that will hopefully channel your energies into something true and beautiful. I want to make you smile and make you cry, but most of all I want to touch your heart. You can always check out my Kickstarter platform. Let's say that through my music I want to invite people directly into my heart because music has always been a channel for my emotions, and I hope that music can be a Chanel for other people’s emotions, and if my music can be one of those channels, I would be very happy. Facebook Instagram YouTube

Emily Coupe is an Australian Pop/Folk artist with a soul twist. Her fusion of sounds has developed over the years, with influences ranging from singer/songwriter staples such as Jewel, Alanis Morissette, Colbie Caillat, and Sheryl Crowe. Los Angeles-based, Emily Coupe believes in sharing from the heart with a voice that at once is genuine and earthy, yet hopeful and filled with love and light. Her songs come from the story of her life and resonate with the listener as honest and probing reflections on her impressions and experiences. Serenading listeners in a feast of tranquil elements, “Nursery Rhyme (Lullaby Version),” eases the spirited quintessence of listeners far and wide. With the instrumentation focusing on the prevailing piano keys performed, we are also offered up to a world of palliative strings allowing this arrangement to take us through a sonic voyage of peaks and dives. The meaning of the poignant ballad has transitioned meanings throughout the years for Emily Coupe but has always been rooted in guidance and support. What began as a loving ode to her at the time, a very young cousin, there is significant meaning that is layered behind Emily Coupe’s heavenly vocalization. As Emily Coupe holds a vessel of sentimental emotion, she fluently pulls you into her realm of heartfelt self-reflection. Creating robust environments as she sings with transcendent tones, the level at which Emily Coupe elusively performs is unmatched. Multi-faceted with the talents she conveys, she continuously manages to pull her audience in with an inviting embrace of adoration. “Nursery Rhyme (Lullaby Version),” is a prime example of the innovative approach that oozes confidently from Emily Coupe’s techniques we continue to fall in love with each release. Sail to comfort with her most recent single. We promise that you won’t regret it. Congratulations on the release of, “Nursery Rhyme (Lullaby Version).” We are in awe of the gentle universe you have us floating to in this single. Could you please share what the creative process looked like when bringing this song to life? Thanks so much! I had actually written this song several years ago, and have already released an acoustic guitar version a couple of years ago too. While creating the acoustic version we experimented with a piano demo version of this song while recording that track, and I recently showed it to my manager, and we were like hmmm maybe we should release a piano version too! It's almost like a cover of my own song, but it was super cool to release another spin on it. We added some extra parts to it, extended the interlude, and also enlisted the talents of Australian pianist Timothy Davey who really helped to bring the track to life, and add that mystical/floaty element to it. You mentioned that this song has transitioned through meanings for yourself through the years. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from it? I'm hoping that listeners will take away some kind of hope or knowingness that no matter what happens to you, good or bad, big or small, that someone will always be there for you. Whether it's a best friend, parent, co-worker, or spouse, or even more simply - yourself :) I find that at difficult times in my life the universe always delivers what I need, and people come to support you no matter what - sometimes when you least expect it. That message is woven throughout this song in a really metaphorical, visual way. Can you tell us who and why you wrote this song for? This song was originally inspired by my little baby cousin (who is not so little anymore) back in Australia, and so whenever I sing this song I think about her, and imagine I am singing it to her. I also wrote it because I was looking at trying out different styles of writing lyrically, trying to write in a more metaphorical way, and so this song came out. It was probably the most esoteric song I had written so far. What happens to be your favorite part of the creative process? Why? I do enjoy all of it, but I think one of my favorite parts is recording my final vocals, getting to play around with the harmonies, and then getting to see the song come to life. It's really cool hearing the final product after originally forming as an idea in your mind, sometimes in the middle of the night, and then actualizing it into physical reality. Also when playing your song with your band for the first time, seeing how they bring it to life even further, and then people coming to see you and telling you they like it. There's nothing really better than that. In terms of 2021 releases, what do you have in store for listeners? My overall goal is to keep recording as much as possible (I already have several songs chosen for release this year), and to pump out a new single every 4-5 weeks. So be expecting to be hearing a lot more from me this year! I am excited to release music that I have written most recently with awesome co-writers, so stay tuned :) Instagram YouTube Facebook Spotify MusicEPK

Chris Crosby and George Panagakos, both being multi-instrumentalists, have been writing and recording together for years. They’ve explored many musical genres, but the common threads of their memorable and melodic compositions and George Panagakos’ versatile, unique and powerful voice are always present. With the release of their most recent EP, “Let Yourself Down,” Feverseed offers up a significant incitement that grasps onto a soul-infused universe. Placing the spotlight on their introductory single, and title track, “Let Yourself Down,” the band delivers a remarkable performance of budding personality that capture the highs and lows Feverseed coasts through in the motion of powerful guitar riffs and extravagant rhythm. The permeating swirl of genres that inspire the musical influence of Feverseed delicately trickle into the larger than life ambiance that the float upon their listeners. You appreciate the raw and gritty fuzzed-up themes that get their own limelight as George Panagakos excels in abstract lyrical soundscapes. The vocalization he offers up is inimitable and unrivaled as they seamlessly mesh together with the personality that the instrumentation holds. Feverseed has an unpolished poise that you can’t help but love. They are confidently sophisticated without being swayed by gimmicks. “Let Yourself Down,” is the unruly introduction that sets the tone for Feverseed’s four-song EP. Encompassing their down to earth persona in a colossal way, they know that they don’t have anything to prove to anyone. With their eccentric character smudged all over the musical creations they put forth, the difference is in the details with experimental resonance shining luminously. We love the tone that you set to commence your three-song project with the title track, “Let Yourself Down.” What does this collection of songs mean to you? We’re proud to represent the New York rock scene and deliver a debut of powerful music driven by melody and raw emotions; in this case, redemption, lust, love, and longing. What moment or story inspired the concept of “Let Yourself Down,” as the introductory single? George: A few years ago, I experienced a few tragedies within a short period of time and became lost. I was lucky that my friends and family were always in my corner waiting for me to come out of it, which eventually I did. The words and core structure seemed to write themselves, but I knew I couldn’t finish the music without Chris. Chris: George came to me with a demo of the song that was basically done and asked me if I could help him come up with an intro. My main instrument is the bass, but I wrote the intro and the second two lead lines on an electric guitar. I had a similar experience in that the song seemed to write itself. How long did it take for you to write and create this body of work? Chris: George and I have been playing together in various bands for years. It wasn’t until more recently that we started to make some serious progress with finishing up old ideas as well as coming up with some new ones. George: The lyrics and basic idea for Imprint had been floating around for a few years. It was the last song I wrote for the one that got away. Beat Me had been around for a bit as well. It took us about six months to bring those songs together and write “Let Yourself Down”, along with about ten others. We only had the budget to properly record three of them, so we chose the songs that best represented the scope of Feverseed’s sound and our potential for the future. What is the main message that you’re hoping listeners take away from “Let Yourself Down”? No matter how bleak life may seem at times, there’s always a way out of the darkness. What's next for you? We’re looking forward to building upon the success of our debut and record our first full- length album as soon as possible. There’s more to our sound than what you hear in these three songs, and we can’t wait to share it with everyone. Facebook Instagram Website

Songwriter Izzy Frances has placed herself firmly on the radar as one of the most exciting up and coming songwriters to look out for in 2020. She has been singing for as long as she can remember and followed her passion for music by teaching herself piano from a young age. Songwriting came to her later and she wrote her first piece aged 17. She instantly found a therapeutic quality to writing music, discovering how she could explore her own life experiences through her songs. Tackling themes of love, abuse, and self-acceptance with her lyrics, Izzy Frances has developed a sound with emotive, energy-fueled, hooky pop melodies, with her inspiration often coming from a number of different sources for her. Gracing us with an empowering single dripped in uplifting tenors, Izzy Frances and her love for nature displays her artistic talents in the triumphant, “Beautiful World.” As the emotionally powered artist delves into a narrative that has us fixated on the state of our world, Izzy Frances cascades her vocalization over the heartfelt instrumentation in order to spread a deeper meaning pertaining to the climate crisis we are experiencing on Earth. Connecting with her audience on an expressive level of intrapersonal tender love and care, Izzy Frances excels as she exudes the performance of a lifetime. Teaming up with Sacred Nature Initiative to produce a striking ballad of indubitable desire, she is aiming to inspire her listeners to work towards a better tomorrow, rather than scare them off with glum tales. One thing remains more certain than ever, Izzy Frances is committed to using her platform for the greater good of humanity. With her progressive songwriting techniques basically speaking for themselves, Izzy Frances adds the icing on the cake as she gives it her all with a performance more felt than heard. With her heart on her sleeve, all profits from Izzy Frances, “Beautiful World,” will be going to support the Sacred Nature Initiative, which seeks to reconnect people to our planet and to inspire positive change. We love the beautiful message that you send out in, “Beautiful World.” Could you please tell us how the collaboration between yourself and Sacred Nature Initiative came to be? Thank you – I’m so glad that you love Beautiful World and the message! Growing up it was my dream to own a big cat sanctuary and I was obsessed with watching Big Cat Diary on the BBC. A few years ago my parents met and became good friends with Jonathan and Angela Scott (who both worked on Big Cat Diary as a presenter and spotter respectively) and as soon as I found out I pestered them until they arranged for us to all have dinner, which was hands down one of the best nights of my life. Jonathan and Angie are incredibly inspiring people – they have lived an extraordinary life creating wildlife documentaries and capturing beautiful photographs of the world, especially the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, and through this they have managed to convey just how sacred nature is, as well as the destruction that humans are causing. When Angie and Jonathan started setting up the Sacred Nature Initiative, which seeks to reconnect people with our planet and to inspire, educate and conserve, the discussion was around using multimedia avenues as a spotlight, and together we developed the idea of adding a musical component to this. Could you please share a glimpse of what the creative and recording process entailed for, “Beautiful World”? As soon as we came up with the idea of having a song to support the SNI I went off and found some reference tracks and then went to write Beautiful World with two wonderful co-writers I often work with, Helen Boulding and Jonas Persson. The the biggest focus musically was to have something that felt inspiring and uplifting and that made us feel positively motivated, with the soaring choruses really trying to capture the height of those feelings, while lyrically it was really important that we try to reconnect people with the natural world around us and to highlight the urgency but in a beautiful and inspiring way. When it came to recording the vocal I felt so attached and aligned with Beautiful World that the emotion just came pouring through and it was a really seamless process. How does this single compare to other songs found in your music catalog? I think Beautiful World stands out for me because it really captures how I look at the world and holds a piece of my soul, plus its message is slightly different from many of my other songs which focus more on the relationships we have with ourselves and other people. However, all my songs have themes that matter to me or that I want to share in the hopes that they will uplift, comfort, inspire or empower the listener. Who We Are is a classic upbeat pop song that feels more similar vibe wise to Beautiful World, while Safety and You Lost The War is a slightly darker song with themes of being true to yourself and vulnerable or brave in Safety, while YLTW tackles grittier themes around inner strength after sexual assault. What can listeners do if they feel moved to go above and beyond for this cause? If you feel moved by Beautiful World or the SNI then please do share the song as far and wide as you can (my profits will go to the SNI) and please check out the Kickstarter campaign and website for the SNI for more information on the incredible work Jonathan and Angie do (links below). Another personal recommendation would be to have a look at Giki Zero as it’s an amazingly helpful resource in helping us to find ways to live more environmentally friendly and they have a tonne of filters and ideas to help you find ways forward that are accessible to you and your lifestyle. kickstarter.sacrednaturebook.com/go Jonathan and Angela Scott › Sacred Nature (bigcatpeople.com) What would you like new listeners to know about you and the music that you create? Firstly, just thank you to anyone who listens to and enjoys my music – I am so grateful for the support I’ve had and being able to create and share music is my a dream so thank you for being a part of that. Secondly, I have more new music coming out soon so please do stay tuned for more updates over the next few months! My favorite part of the music process and industry is songwriting and one of the things I love most about this is creating something from nothing, or creating something beautiful from a place of pain, or a place of passion, and then being able to share that with others. Music is a universal language that speaks in ways often words can’t. It is ingrained in every culture and can evoke such feeling… to me creating music is one of the most beautiful, exciting, and joyful experiences you can have. I write with other artists and for other projects too and I just hope that some of the songs I write or co-write will bring some people, somewhere in the world, something positive. Website Facebook Instagram

The Ottawa-based hip-hop artist, rapper, and singer-songwriter Mischa kicks off 2021 with her latest empowering and fierce single entitled "Cruise Control." Planning to release various singles throughout the year, Mischa holds each gem to a specific standard and never releases anything that isn't up to par with her previous hits. "I truly hope that my listeners can catch the confidence, emotion, and care that has gone into each product I have chosen to release in 2021, especially Cruise Control," states Mischa. Recorded at Raven Street Studios in Ottawa by audio engineer Geoff McNeely and production by Jonny Brown, Mischa's latest single, "Cruise Control," exudes nothing but power and vitality. Through Mischa's tight and rhythmic vocal delivery and intriguing bars, she punches through this single and exclaims her distaste for negativity and those who attempt to bring her down. Getting into "Cruise Control," the track opens with an eerie and distant piano melody that later drops into a crisp hip-hop beat through tight drum breaks and a pulsating bassline. As Mischa begins rapping with incredible energy and passion, she begins enlightening us on her experiences with negative energies and moving forward from those who keep her stagnant. Offering a short and sultry hook, Mischa sings with a heightened sense of mystery and lust that keeps us all the more engaged in her powerful performance. Continuing to rap about the refusal of lowering her standards and fitting into the mainstream, it would be an understatement to say that Mischa is establishing herself as an influential female Emcee. Find Mischa's first single of the year, "Cruise Control," on all digital streaming platforms, and prepare yourself for the rest of Mischa's powerhouse tunes to drop throughout 2021. We absolutely adore the passion and energy within your latest single, "Cruise Control." Why did you choose this track to lead the way of your 2021 releases? Thank you so much! I’m glad that you vibe with it as much as I do! When I began writing “Cruise Control,” it gave me the type of empowerment that I needed to get through all the uncertainty of the events in 2020, leading into 2021. I felt a surge of energy from the moment I clicked play on the beat that Jonny Brown sent me. I wanted this track to set the tone for the releases I have planned to come forth this year. This song was originally supposed to be the introductory track for an EP that was going to be released this Spring, but I took a step back to evaluate my release strategy and decided this year was going to weigh heavily on the launch of singles. I told myself that just because this song was no longer introductory to my EP, that didn’t mean that it couldn’t be introductory to my year. What inspired the creation of your single "Cruise Control?" To me, I found that so much unfolded through the pandemic in terms of having a clearer lens to view the people and energy that surround you. The meaning behind the lyrical content written is that I refuse to have any tolerance for negativity in my life. No matter how hard others want to pull me down, I won’t succumb to lower standards. I had a lot to get off my chest at the time of writing, and now with it being a new year, I think that “Cruise Control” truly sets the tone for where I’m headed artistically and as an individual. How long was your songwriting process for "Cruise Control?" When did you begin writing rhymes for the single? Jonny Brown had sent me the beat on September 15th, 2020. He had actually just made the beat two days prior because the beat was named, ‘September 13th, 2020,’ before I got my hands on it! As soon as he sent it over, I sat at the edge of my bed and began writing. I finished this approximately two hours later! I still have the voice note demos on my phone because I approach a beat that I hear for the first time by freestyling to it, in order to get the overall ambiance and cadences out in the open. That really sets the tone for me. Typically I hold onto a song for months before recording it because I like to add minor adjustments, or sometimes I think of a better lyric that will work with the flow or even revisit a rhyme scheme. However, I booked studio time a week after this song was written because that’s how much I believed in what I had written down. As I mentioned earlier, this was originally supposed to be an introductory song on an EP of mine, so the only lyric I tweaked was; ‘J on the beat, so you know it B on replay,’ it was originally supposed to be, ‘First things first, know this intro to be on replay,” but I didn’t want to box myself in. Sure enough, this worked very well to my advantage! What was it like working with producer Jonny Brown and engineer Geoff McNeely for your single "Cruise Control?" How did they help bring the sonics to life? It is honestly always a pleasure working with Jonny Brown as the producer. He was the producer of three songs from my EP, “Alpha Barbie,” and he just understands my style so well. We actually go back to about 6 years ago. He and I were friends and co-workers before I decided to pursue music. He was always into making music himself, and when I decided to kick-off my journey artistically, he was the first person that I approached! It’s great to have that friendship and working relationship years later. Geoff McNeely is hands down one of the best engineers I have ever worked with. I love recording with him because he pushes me to perfection. There is no chance of cutting corners, and I admire that. He believes in me as an artist and individual, and for that, I’m forever grateful. Carde Blanche is the mix engineer who put the pieces together, and with him and I working together intricately on the project, we took “Cruise Control,” to its final stages, and I’m thrilled that we did. It was the first time that we worked together, and I can definitely say that it won’t be the last. An artist is nothing without their team. So I give many thanks to these superstars, who helped me unleash my vision! What's the main message you wish to deliver as an artist? As an artist, I want people to know that believing in yourself is one of the biggest risks to take, but I promise you that it has the best outcome possible. I want to create a universe where everyone feels included. The surge of confidence that I get when I create, or hit the stage, I want that to transfer to the lives of my listeners in any way I can. I live to inspire, and help people. Both of those things come in various forms, and as long as I’m encouraging people to be their best selves, I’m as proud as can be. 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From Oakland, CA, the R&B artist and soulful singer-songwriter Zāna releases a passionate experience through her latest single and accompanying music video, "Sweet Tooth." Gearing up for the release of her EP 'This Is Autumn,' Zāna mentioned that she's also releasing an EP for each season to create a cohesive experience. Exploring lyricism and topics like romance and body positivity to depression, anxiety, and insomnia, Zāna makes it known to her listeners that they're not alone. "I have learned that there is strength in being vulnerable. So, I dare to bare those feelings every time I write, release, and perform my music," states Zāna Expanding on her recent release, "Sweet Tooth," Zāna stated that the song takes on a sugary yet sultry pop style with an r&b bounce. Inspired by her boyfriend and all his sweetness, Zāna later released an accompanying music video that tells a unique partially-animated story of meeting someone in the heat of the nightlife and taking them home for good. Listening to the single, "Sweet Tooth," Zāna takes us on a sensual and sweet journey through her warm vocal stylings and the tender r&b instrumentals/production. While rhythmically singing of missing her man and wanting him by her side for all of eternity, Zāna genuinely fueled this track with incredible vibes that get our hearts fluttering with each melody and rhyme. Taking a look at the music video for "Sweet Tooth," Zāna took on a unique visual approach and filled this video with nostalgic animations that depict the love story of meeting her forever man. Also incorporating sensual scenes of Zāna making love to the camera and expressing her deep desire for someone special, the video comes to a sweet and delicious ending. Catch Zāna's flavorful music video for "Sweet Tooth" on YouTube, and satisfy your cravings with each sugary element. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Based out of London, Essosa is a 19-year old singer, songwriter, and dancer honing in on the skills that she has learned from a young age. Born in East London as a child, Essosa and her family moved to Toronto, Canada, before she could talk. About seven years later, they moved back to England in search of a better life and education for Essosa and her younger sisters. Now living in Essex, UK, Essosa has taken her experience with racism and discrimination and has found peace in making music, playing the piano, and singing intoxicating creations that you can’t help but get lost in. In her most recent single, “Belong,” Essosa captures soothing elements that touch on profound themes of feelings recurring on the spectrum of loneliness and isolation that Essosa has experienced firsthand. Walking the line of a creation that falls into the realm of bedroom Pop, Essosa also takes on tones of Alternative R&B that fuse with her lush Neo-Soul vocals. Crooning intricately crafted lyrics, Essosa takes us into the depth of her intrapersonal dominion as she offers up a vulnerable side of herself to her vastly growing fan base. The instrumentation's delicate trickles that seep into the speakers have us fully immersed in the deluxe escapade of Essosa’s intimate reflections. She has a knack for creating larger than life dreamscapes in an elusive manner that her vocalization cascades with the arrangement. Teaming up with London based production architects Thibaut Hucker and Ryan Price, the three depict wistful vibrations of an ethereal universe that submerge their audience in an intricately crafted performance. As we take in the vivid imagery that Essosa casts out, we appreciate each detail that went into the composition as the production quality holds its own. With “Belong” being the first single off of her upcoming EP, it’s safe to say that Essosa has set the tone in what she wants to offer. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Essosa. We love the dreamy world that you offer to your listeners in, “Belong.” What was your experience like working with Thibaut Hucker in order to create the sound that “Belong” holds? Thank you for having me! And thank you for enjoying my song. Thibaut is such a sweet person, we've been working together for about a year now and he is super humble and kind! I loosely knew his girlfriend through college and we met through her. We immediately bonded through our similarities in music taste- we both liked kali uchis, Amy Winehouse, frank ocean, KAYTRANADA, etc. So when it got time to make music and he sent some tracks over, I fell in love with the instrumental for 'Belong' immediately, and began writing it that day. How long was the songwriting and creation process for this song? I wrote the song in two different sections, the first verse and chorus first, then the second verse and bridge another day. The actual process of writing the lyrics wasn't something I was thinking too deeply about. It flowed entirely from the heart because that was how I was feeling. The day I wrote the first section of the song I was actually walking back home from a dance class, and I remembered dreading going back to my room because I knew I was gonna be there, cold and lonely. So I was already feeling pretty down, and it was super easy to portray that in the lyrics. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from the messaging that you portray as an artist? Vulnerability. I want my listeners to know that I am not afraid of being vulnerable in my music and in my lyrics. So many times in my life, I have felt like I had to be this strong, independent black woman otherwise my world would fall apart. But now the world really is falling apart (amidst this Covid crisis) and I don't really have it in me to pretend that I'm always okay anymore. A lot of us aren't. We can't always be good all the time, and that's fine. Instead of holding in the pain, I put it out into this song as a coping mechanism, and I hope others can be inspired to do the same. With ”Belong” being the first single off of your forthcoming EP, what can listeners expect from the project as a whole? The project is produced by Thibaut Hucker and Ryan Price- two people that I really enjoy working with. I didn't initially have an overall concept for the EP, I just started making music that I liked the sound of. But it quite literally came together by itself. The project covers themes of ambition, heartbreak, and summer love, and is inspired by a lot of the feelings I had during the multiple lockdowns. Sonically, they carry on the same theme that 'Belong' has, this very dreamy, light ethereal feeling that hopefully, my listeners will enjoy! I'm very excited. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? I mean, I'm always making music, all the time. Whether it's singing a random melody in my head or writing down lyrics that I think would be cool to use in the future. Other than the Creator, there's no driving force behind my creativity, it's just something that I do, and it's a part of me forever. Lockdown was a nice period because I would just lock myself in my room and listen to music and write songs. It was the first time in a while that I had time to myself. So I got things done quite quickly. But even out of lockdown, I'm always doing something like that when I get time to myself. I'm looking very forward to seeing the stuff I'm going to create in the future. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Born in Bellflower, California, Singer, and Songwriter, Sunset Aley takes on the true definition of a carefree independent woman. She began her singing voyage at the tender age of 6 years old. From commencing her desires with her church, the endless possibilities before her heightened. With her unmatched work ethic, she delivers her most recent single, “The Way You Make Me Feel.” Dipping into the realms of Contemporary R&B meets sensual Pop echoes, Sunset Aley radiates her dimensional persona that is fortified by raw emotion and soul. In the delicate torrents of her divine vocalization, Sunset Aley immerses listeners in messaging that tells a tale of her intrapersonal sentiments towards the apple of her eye. The mid-tempo instrumentation pulses with vitality as it lingers in our headspace as we offer ourselves to getting lost within the intoxicating musical creation before us. The affectionate embrace that acts as a sonic grasp, pulls us into the striking harmonies that refine the reverberated significance of, “The Way You Make Me Feel.” Sunset Aley has a particular vivacity to her as an individual and an artist with the manner in which she pours her heart into the messaging she emits. Hoping to connect with her audience on a cerebral level, she carries herself with brilliant composure that transfers into the creative canvases she conveys into the world. Living by evocative words that speak self-worth, perseverance, and faith, Sunset Aley has us eagerly awaiting the next charismatic releases she plans to launch. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Sunset Aley! Congratulations on the release of, “The Way You Make Me Feel.” Could you please take us into what the lyrical inspiration stems from in the track? The Way You Make Me Feel says everything in the name. I felt that it was initially the time to express what was in my heart and put it to the song. When choosing tracks I look for a certain frequency in the sound. If it doesn't speak to me within a couple of seconds then I move on. This track gave me such unexplainable energy that was never felt before. It's like being up so high and you just forget about everything. I needed to come up with something that was going to defy everything and take it where it needed to go. I also feel as though my particular sound isn't around anymore as far as sound and creativity that goes into the music itself. But yeah, I had to bring back the feeling music, and here it is. How do you find the current state of your artistry evolving, verses from when you wrote your first song? I think my artistry has evolved immaculately. I've become more involved with what's happening in the now with the world. I even wrote a BLM track. I'm learning that it's ok to seek assistance from other like-minded people like myself. It's alright, to get out there and do what you desire. What do you hope to convey in terms of themes and messaging to your audience with the music that you create? I just want the audience to join in on my wavelength and ride the frequency lol. Im a very interesting writer so it keeps me at Bay. My thought process on how I do and say things can be a bit hard to understand. Themes usually come randomly. With, “The Way You Make Me Feel,” what was the creative process like when bringing this song to life? Right off the back, I knew I wanted a banger. So, I reached out to a dope artist/songwriter by the name of AJ Cau5ey. I knew he could take this track to where I wanted it to go. I jotted down my ideas of what I wanted the message to be and he nailed it. What can we expect to see next from you? There's so much in the works... But just know that there are great things ahead for me instagram.com/sunset_aley facebook.com/sunsetaley