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The Los Angeles born and raised singer-songwriter and R&B/Pop artist Neekull takes us through her post-breakup thoughts with the sweet escape of a single, "Distance." Although she wasn't born into a musical family, Neekull was always fascinated by the art of music and how it could alleviate one's emotions while also trigger them. After graduating from LACM, Neekull was as inspired as ever to collaborate and make a name for herself not only in Los Angeles but worldwide. When asked about her recent single, "Distance," Neekull stated that the piece is ultimately a song about someone who brought a relationship down, which led Neekull to need distance more than ever. Through the smoothest R&B instrumentation and production, Neekull exudes a similar flair and attitude to that of Summer Walker, primarily through her passionate and empowering performance. Listening to "Distance," the track opens with a blissful electric guitar accompanied by the warmest of R&B keys that offer the song an intriguing ambiance. As Neekull enters the song with her melodic and angelic vocals, she begins singing the trials and tribulations that a past relationship brought. As we move further into the song, we must note the incredible R&B production that hums us into a deep slumber with its lullaby tones, especially with help from Neekull's dreamy vocal stylings that glimmer through our speakers. We're highly impressed with Neekull's performance on this piece as she states her need for distance from those who bring her down. Ending the song off with the soothing and soft R&B keys once again, we're more than appreciative of such a serene yet empowering piece like "Distance," as Neekull exclaims her inner needs and desires that couldn't seem to be satisfied. We love the raw emotion and powerful message you've tied into your single "Distance." At what moment throughout this relationship did you feel compelled to write this piece? Honestly, I wrote this song maybe like a year after the relationship that inspired this ended. When it comes to writing I have two ways I think I really go about it. One way I would go about it is when I really feel the emotions from what triggered me and it’s too much, I have to do something about it so I write about it. I love that process for the reason that it’s so personal and it’s so easy to let it flow because the emotions and passion are right there. But that’s not the only way I go about writing. Other times I'll be playing around, finding chords and melodies I like, and then seeing where this vibe will take me. Maybe it’s a love song maybe not. But I love doing it this way too because it’s like a puzzle. I’m about to find out what’s still bothering me or where my thoughts are gonna drift to. And when I wrote this song it was the second process of like “where will my thoughts take me today”? I guess I still had some things I would’ve wanted to say and I wanted to do it with a different attitude. For me, this song is really about the moment I realize there’s no saving the relationship and I’m laying it all out why it’s not going to work, and for the better of everyone just leave me alone. When you began creating the single "Distance" in your bedroom with your keyboard, what vibe and atmosphere were you initially looking for? At first, I just picked a chord progression to play with and kept doing that. And as I kept playing I was observing things like, where do these four chords want to take me and like am I feeling the tempo I’m playing at? The thing with music is I want it to be honest because I believe music only sounds good when we’re being real with it. That’s what allows people to find that connection to the songs in their playlist. And with writing songs, it’s like introspection. Things that happen to us in real life or the outside world, as artists, I think we like to take what happened to us and share that moment in our own way. To come back to your question, I wouldn’t say I tried to set a tone right away but instead, listened to my mind and body. Music is very intuitive and the process of writing this song had a lot of moments of just listening before taking action in actually writing the song. I wrote this song just singing whatever came to mind and I wrote it all down. Then I started seeing where I was headed which set the intention of the song and then started piecing some lines I wrote to get some lyrics into the melodies I had. The lines I had were placed in the first verse, from there I moved into the chorus then lastly, the second verse. Could you take us through your collaborative process with Producer Jayvid for your single "Distance"? How did he take your initial foundation and expand it? Yeah, for real Jayvid’s taught me a lot and I’m grateful to have worked with him. For this song, I think he really enhanced the melody and solidified the vibe with what he produced. We weren’t able to meet up so when that happens, he’ll have me send him a voice memo of me singing the melody with a click in the back so I’m singing in tempo. From there he’ll put the voice memo into Ableton with the right bpm and do his thing. For this song, I actually wasn’t a part of his process at all haha. Sometimes I feel like he knows what direction I’m heading towards before I even know it. I literally sent him the voice memo and he was like “bet say less” and in like 30 minutes he sent an instrumental track and a track with my reference vocal on top. And like... this song was the first song I was fucking proud like… actually proud of haha. I built a little home studio and recorded all the vocals on my own. Might we hear "Distance" on your forthcoming EP in February? What should we expect from the project itself? The timing is so close but I’m really last minute deciding on doing an EP or a bunch of singles haha. I can tell you this if I decide to do an EP “Distance” will for sure be a part of it. With these next projects, you can expect different scenarios of being in and out of love. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? Reflecting and experiencing life really be like the most inspiring thing. Listening to my friends and family, and noticing parts of life we all experience at one point is inspiring because these situations are so relatable and so valid to our growth. But what also keeps me inspired are other artists. I love listening to music as well and to hear all these creatives open up to the world in their way is inspiring because no matter how it’s done, somebody is going to relate to it or value the work they put in. And that motivates me to continue and do my own thing. instagram.com/neekull

The Huntington Beach-based four-piece band Mirage Wave returns to highlight the creative year they've seen. This year, Mirage Wave sank deep into reflection for their greatest musical project of 2020, being the EP 'The Last Sunset You Will Ever See.' A significant achievement that Mirage Wave saw this year was their ongoing participation with the Six1 Music Contest, registering their song "Supreme Summer" and so far, reaching the second round. They've also submitted their single "Wolves" to be a part of the music compilation for the mental health awareness campaign 'It's Ok Not to Be Ok.' Not to mention scoring an interview with The Brew Times Podcast (date TBA), Mirage Wave hit the ground running in 2020. A few musical highlights on Mirage Wave's EP 'The Last Sunset You Will Ever See' are the anthemic track "I Hear the Lunatic Singing Too," which was inspired by the film 'Your Name,' while also garnering sonic inspiration from acts like Joy Division and Bloc Party. Also touching on their track "Supreme Summer," Mirage Wave paid tribute to their years in SoCal with an ode to Garage/Surf Rock while writing about themes of blatant misogyny. Mirage Wave also felt inspired by the animated series 'FLCL' when creating the entire EP. More specifically, their song "Nothing Happens Here (Ordinary Day)" touches on themes of longing for growth outside their hometown. Not to mention the emotional single "Wolves," which was created to remind listeners that wolves travel in packs as a family and that our bond with family and loved ones are never to be torn apart. We're more than ready to hear what Mirage Wave will conjure up in the new year, as they mark 2020 with a giant X through their reflective EP, mental health campaigns, interviews, and ongoing contests. What did your group learn and take away from the last year we experienced? Everyone's year has been pretty difficult, and what we’ve learned so far is how much we wished we'd gone out more or seen friends more. For some of us, we used to let anxiety stop us from going to see friends or even leave the house. Now that everyone is hunkered down, we’ve missed that connection with other people. We used the time for granted. We won't have that case in 2021. Would you say that your band has undergone any form of growth since the beginning of 2020 to where we are now? Ally: As a band, I say we’ve gotten a lot closer and are now writing more as a band and less as different songs from different people. I think we’ve gotten really in sync. It’s been really fun having a new drummer, Steve, who is just adding more to our songs and even helped write some of the synths on the new EP. We’ve all gotten really good at working with one another and it’s been such a treat to see us all meld and write some of our best songs. Since the release of your EP 'The Last Sunset You Will Ever See,' what sort of opportunities has Mirage Wave seen? Since releasing our first EP, we got to play a couple of shows, but by then things in the world kind of exploded. We had some shows lined up right when the lockdown happened, but they either kept postponing and moving the date or were very iffy and vague about what they were doing to maintain social distancing or any kind of COVID protections. We’ve mostly just worked on the new stuff while we waited for this to sort out. Could you explain your involvement with the mental health awareness compilation "It's Ok Not To Be Ok?" Our guitarist, Maria, saw a post about the compilation on Instagram and reached out. We have a couple of songs that deal with mental health and a few of us in the band and in our close circle of friends suffer from mental illness. So being able to help give money to charities that wanna help out others like us was the right thing to do. Seeing that there has been an increased spike in anxiety and depression cases, we wanted to help out in any way we can. We were going to be on with a lot of really amazing local bands, but we think it kind of fell through. We're not sure, but we don’t know if it’s going to happen. We've heard that your band is working on a new EP to be released this year. Do you have a title for the project? What should we anticipate from the forthcoming EP? Ally: We’ve been working hard on our new EP! We’re still tossing around ideas for a title, but so far I think it’s some of our best songs to date and show a real evolution to our songwriting. It’s some of our best pop-punk songs and some really sick harder punk songs. It’s got songs about a failing relationship, mental health, being a snotty brat, and wanting to explore somewhere new. Noely: I see this second EP as a symphonic movement. The first one was this epic introduction, full of riffs ideas, genre-bending songs to the fan's delight. This EP is the slow second movement. It's moodier, darker, and experimental. It honestly felt like a natural transition and it fits perfectly with the events going on. What sort of themes does your band tend to touch on within your music? What should listeners associate your brand and music with? Ally: We have a few songs dealing with depression (Nothing Happens, Wolves, Joyous/Thunderous), songs about trans and cis women’s rights (Supreme Summer) others just being jaded by where you are in life and longing for something more (Native Canadian) and others about the feeling of loss of a relationship (Black Hearts) we try to sing and talk about the things we know. Sometimes you don’t feel like getting out of bed because it just requires too much energy, sometimes you just don’t feel well or feel like a person. Sometimes we wanna have fun and really rock and other times, we’re a bunch of sad girls. Maria: We got themes! That's for sure! Each song is like a little story. When someone presents a song, I get to learn a little bit more about them. It's a little insight into each other's life. Themes of frustration in society, lost love, heartbreak, and new beginnings...it's beautiful! All wrapped in either melodic melancholy or infinite rage! And that's what I love about it! Where did your band find inspiration to create music in 2020? Was it challenging to find inspiration when staying home for the majority of the year? Ally: It’s been hard, I haven’t found a lot of energy to practice much. We were getting together to work on stuff, but since California took a turn, we’ve all been on lockdown and are trying to be safe. We’re still writing, I sent a song idea a little bit ago and Noely has some killer songs ready for us to put our parts on. Right now we’re just trying to finish this EP up, and hopefully, once it calms down, we can get back to practice and try to get more stuff out. We’ve all been cooped up and are ready to just get back at it. Maria: Yeah, it was definitely a challenge to collaborate or practice together, but it helped us focus on our next EP and filter out the noise of inspiration that can sometimes keep you from recording. You know you get a momentum of writing and it could keep you from what is already finished and ready to record down. I'd say 2020 has been a blessing in that way, but I definitely miss playing together. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

New Orleans trio OFFRIP, embodies raw, painstaking grit in their new track "Find Out." As this group molds together culture and music into one, they have created a seamless combination of storytelling and mind-altering utopia in every punching lyrical verse. As mentioned in an interview, "Find Out" is about the different styles in the South, West, and East coasts and how each band member's varying lifestyle choices in these places is encapsulated through their sound. Due to the undeniable musical chemistry between these three artists, listeners will find themselves immersed in the intoxicating melodies while continuing to flow through a unique hip-hop style piece. Each track on their debut EP, including "Find Out," stand out with their unique storyline and originality as the group can tie together varying outlines, musical influences, and personalized band elements to create a one of a kind listening experience for each distinct track. The lyrical ability and creative growth are shown by OFFRIP in their new track "Find Out" and is stand-alone, so make sure to have a listen. Discover more about OFFRIP, here. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Based out of Southern California, Amanda Pappalardo is a singer, songwriter, and producer who wears her cap as an entrepreneur. Amanda Pappalardo has always had a passion for singing since she was a child. Fast forward to where she is in her artistic career now, Amanda Pappalardo continues to innovate and create ways to combine her desire for music and performance with her love for knowledge of public relations. Placing her best foot forward, Amanda Pappalardo continues to dominate the industry with her incontestable talents. Taking our sonic journey on the edgy route of Rock forward superiority, Amanda Pappalardo delivers her latest single, “High Heels.” Allowing us to turn up the volume and immerse ourselves in the boisterous anthem that she performs, we dive into the striking delivery techniques that amps up the entire composition as a whole. Embracing the fierce persona that runs through her blood, Amanda Pappalardo roars ferocious energy that has us vamping up our entire aesthetic and mindset. The rush that submerges the speakers is unmatched with the vibrancy that is performed in the raucous instrumentation setting sail. Amanda Pappalardo emphasizes any imperfections and places a certain force on the manner in which she delivers her messaging. With her larger than life dynamism, she reinforces this anthem in a storytelling mechanism that speaks for itself. Through the intricately crafted words that she brings to the foreground, her imagery is plastered on the canvas that is your headspace. There is something so empowering about a great pair of shoes, and Amanda Pappalardo makes it known that she’s ready to face whatever path is put in front of her, as long as she has her “High Heels” on. Congratulations on the release of, “High Heels.” You paint such a vivid image in the lyrics! What inspired the story in this song? Hi! Thanks so much for having me! So “High Heels” was inspired by the battle we go through in life when we are facing a difficult time. I was playing guitar one day and I came up with the main riff of the song and after that, I started building the rest of the song around it. When I started thinking about what the melody of the song should be, the chorus started writing itself and I knew exactly where I wanted the song to go. I was very inspired by an unreleased song called “Life” by The Wrecks and also by “Kiss This” by The Struts during the time that I wrote this song and I think those influences came out during the writing process. With performing being a huge part of your life, how have you been adjusting to the newfound performance world? It certainly has not been easy. Performing is my favorite thing to do and I miss it so much. I think in a strange way, social media has helped me a lot. I love filming videos of both original songs and covers and posting them and I think filing these videos has certainly helped me get the bug out a little bit. I also have really been pouring myself into writing and creating music so that when I am finally able to perform again I have a solid show to put on. How have you come to find the signature sound that you’re offering up to your audience? What does your creative process entail? I don’t really know if I ever “found” my sound necessarily which sounds so strange but I think my sound has just always been authentic to me. I grew up on bands like Boston, Cheap Trick, Queen, Van Halen, Tom Petty, and The Goo Goo Dolls and I think those influences have always been very apparent in my music ever since I started writing and playing music. I try to write songs and melodies that are real and that people can relate to. Most of my songs are about real situations in life that we all face and I try to take those topics and put my own spin on them. Usually, my writing process starts with the guitar and then I build the rest from there. I try not to put pressure on myself to write a certain thing at a certain time. I often just sit and jam on my guitar with no pressure or strings attached to it and usually, that leads to a chord progression or riff that I haven’t played before, and that usually inspires me and gets me to write something authentic. What are you hoping that your listeners take away from, “High Heels?" I hope that listeners can feel empowered when they listen to “High Heels”. Now more than ever, it is so important to cling to the people around us and lean on each other for support. With mental health declining due to everything going on in the world, it is becoming significantly easier to fall into a dark place. “High Heels” serves as a reminder that clinging to hope and loved ones in those times is extremely powerful and can often be the thing that elevates us from that dark place. I want people to walk away from the song with new confidence and the feeling that they can conquer anything. What can we expect to see next from you throughout 2021? More music and more content! I want to keep creating as much as I can this year and releasing as much music as possible. Hopefully, there will be at least one performance this year as well! Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Recently moving from Colorado to Nashville, the alternative-pop artist and singer-songwriter ENZI returns with her sixth studio release, "Mad Chemistry." Since the release of her previous single, "Flipside," ENZI has attained multiple sync placements with MTV while receiving incredible support from iHeartRadio. Having performed with acts like The Head and The Heart, Fitz and the Tantrums, Walk the Moon, and more, the Belmont student ENZI is eager to get back on stage as soon as possible. Expanding on her recent release, "Mad Chemistry," ENZI brings a powerhouse alt-pop tune that shakes our speakers with vigor. Offering sultry ambiance and sensual flairs from all aspects of this sweet single, ENZI gracefully gives us her heated lyricism and equally stimulating instrumentation/production that sends us into sonic desire. Listening to "Mad Chemistry," the track opens with pulsating synths and a wavy electric guitar that sets the song's sultry and dreamy atmosphere. As ENZI begins pouring her passionate and sensual vocal tones over the sweet production and instrumentals, she starts singing of wanting to get back with someone taken, as their "Mad Chemistry" seems to have taken over. We can feel a similar groove and attitude to K. Flay, yet vocal tones and delivery to an early Billie Eilish through ENZI's captivating performance. Slowing down the bridge with ethereal harmonies, ENZI wastes no time and jumps into the outro to end the song off with fire while leaving us to bask in the sultry ambiance. Find ENZI's exhilarating single, "Mad Chemistry," on all digital streaming platforms, and prepare yourself for ENZI's future success as she displays her worth through captivating performances and chilling instrumentals. We love your powerful and sultry performance within your recent hit, "Mad Chemistry." What did you want your listeners to feel from this single? Mad Chemistry moves into the pop genre more than any other single I've written. The idea was to create a song with a really strong vibe, something you could just sway to, get feisty with. I think Mad Chemistry does just that. What inspired your sensual massage and empowering lyricism for "Mad Chemistry?" What does your songwriting process usually look like? Mad Chemistry is actually based on a bit of a true story. I met this guy and thought we would make a great match. This wasn't based on anything, I just had this idea in my head that we'd be great together. Then, after a while of knowing him, I ended up meeting his girlfriend. I had no idea he had a girlfriend and it honestly bummed me out a bit that this romance in my head couldn't play out. This is when my songwriting process starts. I love to be a little dramatic, and I love writing stories. Since the story in my head couldn't happen in real life, I put pen to paper and made a song about it. Did you team up with producer duo Josh & Noah Ryan for your single, "Mad Chemistry?" Or did you reach out to other producers/engineers? ​Not for this song! I love making new connections with people and I like working with as many different people as I can. This time around, I co-wrote with Jeff Cohen and produced the song with Bobby Campbell, both amazing, Nashville-based musicians. Seeing as you've released six singles, is there a common theme throughout your music? Or do you change up your concepts from time to time Generally, I love to write about, well, love. That, and mental health and mental health awareness are super important to me. Everything I write about is filtered through my own personal lens of mental health. I have anxiety and it's most often triggered in relationships, so I try to incorporate that when I can. The goal is to be as authentic as possible. What can we expect to see next from you? I, like many people, made some pretty lofty new year's resolutions, so that I won't make any huge promises, but I can definitely say that I'm working on honing my sound, making new music, and striving to make better art every day. You can definitely count on new music, and potentially some unexpected collaborations. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Critically acclaimed Swedish artist Andreas Moe begins the New Year and decade with hope for change in his brand new single, “Holding On.” This release is the first single from his highly anticipated EP that will be released in the spring of 2021. As a five-time Platinum-certified Songwriter, Andreas Moe has worked with artists worldwide such as Avicii, John De Sohn, Tiesto, Cheat Codes, Omi & Sabrina Carpenter. His songwriting credits can be found on the Platinum-selling albums of international artists such as Cheat Codes, Sabrina Carpenter, Tiesto, Tinie Tempah, Omi, Boyzone. Following the November 2020 release of “Power,” Andreas Moe’s interpretation of the Kanye West hit, he provides listeners with a taste of what is to come on the forthcoming spring release. With the raw talents exuded in “Holding On,” the acoustic forward ballad has us immersed in a blindingly prevailing performance that has us sinking into our seats that much deeper. The poignant vocal delivery emits a heartfelt quintessence that triumphantly progresses from start to finish of the track. The groove infused rhythm that drives “Holding On” expresses genuine sentiments that have Andreas Moe’s audience gravitating towards his warm embrace. Touching on meaningful motifs of breaking free and letting go, Andreas Moe has been creating this song over the course of several years. As he transports listeners to a comforting sanction of holding on to hope, the tantalizing natures offered in the overall composition develops throughout the song as we can feel the growth flourish on an intimate level, grazing vulnerability. It’s extremely effortless to get caught up in each winding path that exposed to us in “Holding On.” With the tempo switching moods through the various advancements catching you by surprise, your spirits are lifted by the victorious ending that reigns supreme. If this is the soundscape in store for Andreas Moe’s forthcoming EP, we highly encourage listeners all over to remain tapped in as he cements his place in the music industry. Congratulations on the release of, “Holding On.” What inspired you to allow, “Holding On,” to be the leading single from your highly anticipated EP? Thank you so much! It just felt like an obvious lead single to me. It’s hopeful and it has that drive that I really think we all need right now. With the writing development being a continuous process over several years, you mentioned that you had the chorus on your phone for 3 years before finishing up the writing process. What sparked your inspiration on the original recording of the hook? Did you keep it the same once you finished recording the rest of, “Holding On”? At the time I wrote the original idea I remember having a Ryan Adams phase. I can’t remember right now which song it was but then again I think his whole self-titled album ’Ryan Adams’ really inspired me to come up with the first idea. Listening back to the voice memo I can hear that I kept the same first three lines of the chorus but missed an ending to it, it was just a loop - So I added the ’IM HOLDING ON’ at the very end. How important is it for you to allow vulnerability to speak into the music that you create on a regular basis? Being honest and genuine through my music has always been a priority for me. I think it’s so important to show the listener the real 'you' so that it's believable and perhaps relatable. Are you able to tell us anything in regard to your forthcoming EP? What do listeners have in store? Yes! I’m so excited to put out these songs. The initial plan was to work with a great producer and record everything in a professional studio but those plans were shattered because of the pandemic. I decided to do it on my own and it has been such a rewarding and fun process. I think the fact that the songs are recorded by me, in my apartment, with really not so much to work with has given them a very genuine and special sound. What can we expect to see next from you? A lot of music throughout the year and as soon as there’s a green light for playing live I’ll be the first one out. andreasmoemusic.com

From his hometown of Detroit to the glam of Los Angeles, the self-produced pop/hip-hop artist and singer-songwriter Max Landry releases his first single of the year, "Go Down." Having produced for hip-hop artists like Boldy James, Max Landry continues to write and produce for various international artists through many different genres. One of the most sought out vocalists in the dance scene, Max Landry has had his music played by David Guetta, Nicky Romero, Hardwell, Tiesto, and Armin van Buuren. Jumping into 2021 with his recent single, "Go Down," Max Landry ties in an incredibly heartfelt and saddened lyrical message that sings the struggles of overcoming a breakup and trying to spring back into action. While fusing the sonic ambiance of pop music and the heavy kicks of hip-hop, Max Landry has truly outdone himself with the arrangement and delivery within this piece. Diving into "Go Down," we're met with pulsating synths, snappy drum breaks, and Max Landry's warm vocal portray. As he begins singing of the trouble he's experienced from a broken relationship, he offers this uplifting and regenerating feel through the celestial production that rains on us with passion and life. We adore the harmonies that Max Landry delivers within this single, as his layered vocals offer a well-lit and luminous space that sings us into bliss. Through the modern and anthemic production, the song takes off into the stratosphere with each synth and melody that serenades us alongside Max Landry's emotional lyricism. "Go Down" with Max Landry's latest single, and experience his raw emotion and tender lyricism that's bound to relate with each listener that graces their ears onto this moving and tender piece. We love the emotional yet realistic message you've placed into your single "Go Down." What pushed you to write and create this piece? Not every song is written because of some singular act that inspired you to create something beautiful. I'm a songwriter. This is just what I do and who I am. I didn't need any push or inspiration to write the song itself, I needed the emotion. And when I was in the right headspace and vibing to the right music, the song just came out. For me its persistence. I know when an idea is good, but being mentally in the right place to openly address and pull out what's needed of you isn't always easy. I knew I had the right idea, and just needed to work at it. And I did. What did you want your audience to grasp from your lyrical content within "Go Down"? How did you want them to feel? I'm not exactly trying to convey any message or teach some sort of lesson with this song. It's more of a statement piece. When a relationship ends, someone comes out feeling like the loser. It's shitty and not fun for anyone. But that's ok. Being handed a loss isn't always a bad thing. It may hurt but ultimately it helps you grow as a person. Seeing as you're self-produced, what sort of atmosphere and vibe were you going for when creating the sonics for "Go Down"? My studio is filled with plants and big windows for sunlight and airflow. For too long I was in the small dark basement set-ups. I don't want to always be confined to a dark secluded space. I want to feel relaxed, unintimidated, ready to open up whatever emotion finds the surface. How does your single "Go Down" stand out from the other songs in your discography? Do you usually touch on such genuine and emotional topics within your music? My discography is all over the place. I produce for a lot of Hip-hop and RnB artists. Most of my personal stuff is stripped-down singer-songwriter vibes and I do a ton of toplines for dance producers all over the world. But "Go Down" stands out as a straightforward Pop record. Big 808s, sequenced drums, some vibey sampled vocoders. It's a fun production. As far as lyrics go, it's always different. Some songs call for a more genuinely emotional and personal story, others are simply for the enjoyment of the moment. Music can be whatever you want it to be, it doesn't always have to be so serious. What can we expect to see next from you? I've got a ton of records in the pipeline. 2 full albums as a producer/singer with one of my good friends, Koncept. A bunch of dance collabs with producers from all over. But i'm going to be releasing a lot more self-produced tracks. "Go Down" is just the start. I'm excited about 2021. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Coming in from West Germany, the compelling Singer-Songwriter and Instrumentalist Dominik Poch releases his third studio single titled "Home." Getting into the creative arts at an early age, Dominik Poch later participated in various garage bands that helped his writing and guitar-work flourish. Now releasing solo music to get listeners feeling something, Dominik Poch fuels his organic sound with emotional experiences that keep us coming back. Recently releasing his third single, "Home," Dominik Poch takes listeners through a spirited and soulful journey with his uplifting and realistic lyricism. While the instrumentation simmers with tranquility and bliss through the mid-tempo pace and organic tones, Dominik Poch perfectly places his warm vocals overtop for us to savor. Listening to "Home," the piece opens with heavy mid-tempo drum patterns, soothing acoustic guitar strums, and background percussion elements. As Dominik Poch enters the song with his bright and lush vocal abilities, he begins telling an emotional story of resiliently fighting for someone to realize that our surroundings are what we call "Home." Dominik Poch has crafted this track with incredible depth, as he places his bright vocals in the background to haunt the song while keeping us hooked onto each stunning vocal portrayal he delivers. We can't help but feel a similar sound and style to Dallas Green, as Dominik Poch rains his mesmerizing vocals and organic instrumentals over us with grace. What inspired you to write such an emotional and soulful piece like "Home"? The daily frustration I felt, thinking about the ignorance of many people in relation to the alarming climate-related damage, inspired me to write this song. What did you want to get across to listeners through your lyrical content within "Home"? In my lyrics, there is a contrast between holding those people at the top of our society, those who could really change our situation, accountable for not doing enough, and nevertheless spreading hope for humanity and our planet. I wanted some people to feel called out and start acting and drawing distinctions. What sort of vibe and atmosphere were you going for when creating the soulful instrumentals for "Home"? How did you want your listeners to feel? I made the conscious decision to make the vibe of the song complementary. I wanted the listeners to feel safe by sitting in their warm living room, watching the news, and seeing the disaster our world is going through. And when the rough vocals deploy, in combination with the original quotes in the interlude, I wanted them to get uncomfortable in their situation. Now that you have three released singles, should we expect an EP or album any time soon? Yes, right now I’m still working on new music and a release plan for this year, and at least I can tell you that there’s an EP coming up in spring or maybe in summer, depends on how much time it takes. 5. What can we expect to see next from you? For two or three of my single records, I produced music videos, and if I still have time to arrange it between the release of the EP and now, I’ll release the third one for my song “Face the Rain,” too. Instagram

Karl.witaK began journalism at the age of 15 years old. Struggling to deal with the loss of his mother, he found peace in music and literature. In 2000, Karl.witaK became the host of a youth show called Teen Focus, which aired on Comcast CTV76 in Prince George's County. He had won two Telly Awards during that time, including Best Host in 2008 for Youth Programming. Among other notable accomplishments, Karl.witaK is the youngest person ever to report on the White House Lawn. He has had the honor of interviewing former President George W. Bush, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Al Sharpton, and Barack Obama and Michelle Obama President. Karl.witaK places his hopes and dedication in being more involved in his community through spoken word, media ventures, creating books, and recreations besides the influences in the world today. Karl.witaK releases the charismatic effervescence of "Mafia Sinatra." Through a soundscape of vulnerability dressed in substantial rhyme schemes, Karl.witaK dabbles into both a hard-hitting energy while being fully conscious in the lyrical content that he puts forth. His nostalgic tonal distinction is reminiscent of old school hip-hop heavyweights that he delivers his lyrical dexterity. Taking note of how his persona effortlessly shines through on the captivating instrumentation, the two outlets mesh in a prevailing method to bring the punchy and immersive techniques to life. Karl.witaK has a specific sound that sets him apart from the rest of the Hip-hop genre showcased in the modern generation. By delving into his tried and true skills, Karl.witaK focuses on the storytelling approach taken from his journalism roots, which allow him to stand in his own category. You get the best of both worlds with Karl.witaK at the helm of his own ship. "Mafia Sinatra" sets a precedent for others to follow suit of this talented emcee. If you're looking for that track to click repeat on, well, we have the pick for you. Karl.witaK is most certainly the top dog in his lane. Congratulations on the release of, “Mafia Sinatra.” What sparked your inspiration in the lyrical content of this song? Thank you, I'm definitely humbled and appreciative. Well, the inspiration is a personal one. The lyrics are actually a true story. I've always been a Rat Pack fan and one of my favorite songs of theirs; "I Feel a Song Coming On", inspired me. Mafia Sinatra signifies a story; an instrumental one of personal demons and angels. It’s a true Sinatra story, I think. It's shocking, interesting, funny, and entertaining. It's more to it and I'd want to know what it is. How have you been able to grow musically from your experience in journalism? At what point did your songwriting skills commence? Honestly, being me. I have fought with myself concerning the content of my music and always thought being me would offend people or my honesty would give me heat from the family, friends, etc.… but I realized good music is honesty. People can tell the difference and in the real world, honesty is far from the truth. I'd say my songwriting really clicked last year. I've written songs but always considered myself a poet if you listen to my previous work before Sinatra. But I don’t think it really registered. So my brother/producer Shotyme just instilled in me that I needed to write to be heard and that’s what I've been doing. Could you please take us into what the creative process of, “Mafia Sinatra,” looked like? The creative process was interesting. Like I said it’s a true story so when I wrote it, I definitely made sure my wife heard it. That’s it lol. My wife and I were homeless for nearly 10 years, so we both did a lot in-between that like any serious couple. But for me, it was like taking an old dusty skeleton out of my closet and throwing it away. What has been the best piece of advice that you have received in your artistic career this far? Just Being honest with myself and accepting it. It's me, whether anyone likes it or not, and never changes for the status quo. I know everyone isn't as open-armed, but someone will hug you. Trust me lol. What can we expect to see next from you? Well, I'll have a music video soon for Mafia Sinatra coming in February as well as for my second single "Love Advice, which is out now so check that out. Then I'm dropping "202&Heartache" the EP on Feb. 12th. The 3rd single from the album will be "Miss Me" so look out for that in early March. July will be "Won't U Be my Neighbor" the album. So I have a lot in store and can't wait for everyone to hear and see it visually. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Making waves from Ottawa, Canada, French-Canadian R&B/Soul songstress Dominique Gorley has cemented her place in the music industry through a wide range of vocal melodies and charismatic appeal. Taking it upon herself to release the heartfelt contents of her five-track EP, ‘Fearless,’ one single at a time, Dominique Gorley has returned with the third single showcased on the project; the title track, “Fearless,” co-written by endowed songwriter, Curtis Gero. In a music culture governed by the release of singles, her unique approach allows each record to have its own well-deserved spotlight as we eagerly await what is next to come. A tantalizing quintessence immerses your headphones as “Fearless” hones in on a prevalent meaning that acts as a prompt to her audience as she states you are, in fact, fearless and stronger than any bad habits that you hold. This striking ballad has you falling deep into the atmospheric realm of unalloyed bliss. Recorded by technical architect Quest and featuring melodious elements from multi-talented guitarist, composer, and music educator Sean Duhaime, as well as the production components of the beat crafted by Ottawa bass player and session musician Caylan Penny, the graceful ease of the composition, have you feeling starry-eyed and empowered as the divine spirit that Dominique Gorley owns drenches this masterpiece in an opulent radiance. Encompassing all hallmarks of a hit song in the empire of nostalgic R&B meets Soul, the mesmerizing grooves dip into the swift abundance of a confident ambiance that is accompanied by prosperous guitar chords and soothing production components. Making it her mission to have her audience relate to her on a first-hand basis, Dominique Gorley drives home her undeniable talents and euphonious timbres that have her shining bright on a top tier level. Conveying positive energy and a surge of self-assurance, we feel the real passion that Dominique Gorley flawlessly carries within herself. Congratulations on the release of your third single and title track off of your EP, ‘Fearless.’ Could you please take us into what the creative process looked like when fashioning, “Fearless?" Thank you so much! It has been an exciting couple of months. When I started writing Fearless, I initially wanted to write it about someone. No one in particular - just anyone who had conquered a battle they had been fighting in their personal life. But when I was coming up with lyrics, I kept singing them in the first person. Just like anyone else, I’ve fought my own battles and I also need a reminder when times get hard, that I got this, that I’m fearless. I also thought that when others would sing this song, they could relate to it more if it were in the first person; it would be more powerful. The hook got stuck in my head for a few months before I even wrote a verse. I thought to myself, this is catchy, this song could be an anthem and a reminder to oneself that we are more powerful than we think. That we can achieve anything with a fearless mindset. I wrote the first verse, the pre-hook, and a bridge. However, I struggled with the second verse. Then I met Curtis - it was meant to be. We work so well together. Sometimes I have a hard time getting my thoughts and ideas on paper, but Curtis helps me get my point across. You were able to work with numerous people on this release to give it the sound it deserves, what was it like working with the various talents that you did? This song is my first co-writing experience on a solo piece and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Since then, we have written more music together. It is also my first time creating with Caylon Penny. I met him through Sean Duhaime and we played a live show together – he is a talented and creative young man and I am honored to have worked with him. Working with Sean is always a walk in the park – we feed off each other's vibe. He plays his guitar with a passion and always comes up with ingenious ideas to share during the creative process. With Quest and I, It’s effortless. This is the 3rd project we release together and it won’t be the last. He’s family. With two more songs yet to be released, what do your listeners have in store with the overall feel and messages in the EP, ‘Fearless?' My listeners have a lot more soul coming their way. This project has been a soundscape of my life’s journal and realizations. I have poured my heart out in hopes that many can relate and can turn to my music to help them through hard times. How have you grown as an artist from the start of 2020 to now? Any words of wisdom for your listeners? I have become a completely different person this year. My mindset has grown and matured. I truly found my sound as an artist and every day I wake up more inspired. I’ve stopped waiting for things to happen. I make them happen myself; I am much more independent. I believe there is positive in most negative situations and that is what I am focusing my energy on. If you love something and it makes you happy, go get it. Never stop. The only competition you have is yourself so keep reaching for the stars and soon you’ll be flying by them. 2020 has been a very challenging year for everyone. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? What advice can you give another artist who's finding it difficult to do so? This year has not been easy for anyone but being forced to stay home in lockdown has helped me find myself again. It's so easy to get distracted in this world and lose track of your life and goals. I find the time at home, in solitude, has helped me evolve. My advice to others is to stop scrolling through social media, comparing yourself to others. You are unique and incomparable. The only thing you should worry about is your own growth. Don’t worry about what he or she is doing, wearing, or saying – do you. Staying busy and disciplined can be hard sometimes, and social media is like a black hole that can easily suck you in. Be sure to take breaks from all platforms for your mental health. You got this. You are FEARLESS! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC