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The Boston-born Producer and Singer/Songwriter Dan Searl releases the soundtrack to our lives with his riff-driven acoustic Pop single, "Mistakes." Raised by two music-loving parents, Dan Searl began building his career after graduating from Berklee College of Music. Releasing his first EP that year, Dan Searl later went on to win the John Lennon Songwriting contest with his forthcoming single, "Hope," judged by Flea of RHCP, George Clinton, Jimmy Cliff, and Natasha Bedingfield. Expanding on his most recent single, "Mistakes," Searl explained that the single speaks upon the opportunity we have to learn from our mistakes and the delicate tragedy of the wrongs we choose to make. With a driving beat and folk-oriented instrumentation, Dan Searl has our toes tapping with each stimulating and animated element. As we take a listen to Dan Searl's "Mistakes," we're met with a sense of reflection through the warm acoustic guitar arrangement and Searl's charismatic vocal performance. Once the dynamic drum patterns make their way in, the entire track lifts into this exhilarating and soulful space that gets us grooving. Diving deeper into Dan Searl's performance and artistic approach, we can hear similarities to that of Dallas Green as he serenades us with the natural warmth and sweetness of his broad vocal range. While singing a realistic and honest message of making our decisions wisely and choosing our own fate, Dan Searl's overall performance keeps us locked into the song's uplifting and dynamic atmosphere. With a sweet, savory, and sound single like "Mistakes," Dan Searl is not only proving himself to live up to the expectations we have for him but stomping his way through the industry with powerhouse tunes that keep the listener on their toes. We'd like to start by asking what inspired or pushed you to write a single that highlights learning from your "Mistakes" or sitting in the turmoil they cause? The whole story behind "Mistakes" is a classic example of a self-fulfilling prophecy. I originally wrote the song in 2015 and this older version of the track made it on to an EP I released in 2016 called, 'Love' is the cure for this disease”. At the time, I was writing a lot of songs. Five days a week I would write about two songs each day for over a year. From this process, I learned how much I had a tendency to write about love so I decided to start writing about different topics. I can have an improvisational approach to writing songs so the song pretty much just came off the top of my head. The lyrics are simple yet at the time was digging the guitar riff and chord progression. Particularly how the chorus starts on natural VI-7b5 in a non-jazz oriented manner. After I wrote the song, some months went by, and then that’s when l actually began to go through a tough phase that taught me a lot about myself. This song is talking about life mistakes that people have the opportunity to use for self-empowerment and redemption. Pretty heavy…I Know…but it’s true for a lot of people. For example, I have some friends who have turned their struggles into inspiration for helping others. So perhaps that’s really what the song is about: helping others with your story (Storytelling). And ya I love how you said “sitting in the turmoil”. I think that is necessary. What was your songwriting process like for "Mistakes" when writing lyrics that encourage listeners to take their past in stride? “Mistakes” is a riff-based type of song. I always wanted to write a song like “Neon” by John Mayer or “Only Love” by Ben Howard something that has a somewhat intricate guitar riff with a pop-sensibility and form. I had just traded a Fender Deluxe reverb for Taylor acoustic and an fx pedal from a fellow musician on craigslist. “Mistakes” was one of the first songs I wrote on that guitar. The process for this one was experimental in the sense that I had the main riff, some lyrics, and an outline of the melody but didn’t have it completely worked out when I went to track it into Ableton. I like to leave room for new things to happen when I am producing. So I laid down the guitar and started to program the drums and play P-bass on it. Then I grabbed a mandolin I have lying around and just played that simple pentatonic riff and it just worked so I never changed it. That’s a really important part of the song to me, you’ll see that especially when the music video comes out later this year! I love a good folk-oriented drop. How did you achieve such soulful and gripping instrumentals for your single "Mistakes"? Did you work with any producers, musicians, or engineers? Thank you! The arrangement and instrumentals are mostly all by me. I guess I’ve spent a lot of time with the metronome lol. I recorded all of the tracks beside the drums in my home studio. I did most of the tracking in 2015 at my home studio when I was living in an attic apartment in Newburyport, MA(A lot of history there). It was where the originally tea burning happened prior to the revolutionary war. This apartment was all old wood and had a cool sound. I ended up adding tracks to it some weeks ago in 2020 and had Tim Phillips remix and master it. Back in 2015, I worked with Tim Phillips of Phillips Sound to record the drums and I had Yogev Gabay play drums on the track. Yogev took the drum part I had written and brought the part to life. I met Yogev through a friend at Berklee. He’s truly an amazing and ultra-professional musician. Seriously check out his youtube channel! He came to the session with Finaled-out drum charts and nailed all of the songs in a few takes. He’s from Israel. Tim Phillips on the mixing and mastering end is so talented as well. He’s always been someone I can go to because he has a vast knowledge of microphones, equipment, and processing and can REALLY do drums. He had a lot of mics on that kit and recorded it at his studio in Newbury, MA. Now he lives in NYC, we text back and forth all the time talking about plug-ins and mixing techniques. Could you tell us more about your upcoming album, 'Songbook?' How does your single "Mistakes" fit into the album's theme or concept? Songbook is a project I have been working on for a while now. The concept of the album is basically a songbook of life. All the song titles are basically kind of like virtues or rather life lessons (for example Hope, Glory, Mistakes, Time, Faith) It’s also to be the cream of the crop of my songwriting for the past 2 years. Blood, sweat, and tears have gone into this project(and no not the band lol). So much has happened in music the past 4 years that the songs keep evolving because certain songs like “Glory” on the album I want to be cutting-edge. It will be released this year but I don’t have a release date yet because I will wait if I have to. It has to be perfect to my ears. I want it to be something I can be remembered by. Something my children can play for their kids. Something like a Disney movie in the sense that even if people can’t relate to the musical style and sound design they can at least relate to the lyrics and message. In the Christian faith, we learn that our talents are not for us but rather for our community. If you can imagine me holding a golden book that has my best songs in it, that’s what I am going for. I want “Songbook” to be something I could hand to God. It’s a Pop record or rather my personal spin on Pop Music with a strong Singer-Songwriter aspect. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? These days my inspiration has come primarily from God. I will mention I have been fortunate to have alot of work this year producing artists during the pandemic while so many worldwide are struggling in the current global climate. So to me, success is motivating. Becoming a winner in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest for my song, “Hope”, all the success and clients I have been blessed with on my record Label, LHP (Lit Honey Productions) has been encouraging for me. 2019 was such a wonderful year for me. I was a winner in one of the biggest songwriting competitions in the world, I met the love of my life who is also an amazing artist, Viktoria Vera, and I got to play one of my biggest shows to date at an amazing venue in Los Angeles called Academy LA. However failure is inspiring too, and Gratitude keeps me inspired as well. Knowing all the sacrifices that my family has made to help me always pushes me to seize the day. Also other artists and songwriters(Past or present) like John Lennon or even someone new like Dermot Kennedy have been super inspiring as well. We have to honor the legacy that legends like John Lennon have left behind. I truly believe the world today would be a different place if he wasn't murdered. I wish I saw more high-level artists doing God's work and helping those on the fringes of society. The possibility is inspiring too. If you can dream it and put in the work it can happen. I truly believe that. I find excitement in the potential of each day and I am learning to find patience in the process. I'm a big believer in Carpe Diem which is another song I am working on for my upcoming album this year. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Conceived in the narrow aisles of used record stores, and born from a restless musical mind, Somori Pointer is possessed by a psychedelic soul along with his own personal Rock n’ Roll devil riding upon his shoulder, luring the wolf within to howl with fury when the time to create calls. Somori Pointer got his first taste of what was to become a musically rich life while attending a sold-out concert in the Bay Area. His mission is to bring back the dirt and danger into Rock n’ Roll as he unveils the raw, unpredictable essence that birthed soul into music, the fundamental elements that today’s music industry seems to have forgotten about. With the first single off of “Good Morning, Sweet Bedlam,” Somori Pointer encompasses hard-hitting energy that is, “Spider.” Allowing elements of Funk to seep into his Rock fueled creations, we are transported through various eras and genres as he bends the rules to create his own intoxicating concoction. Memorable timbres of the raw and entrancing vocals that Somori Pointer exudes, shake us to our core as we fixate our attention around the state of mind that he effortlessly reproduces in his melodies. We are exposed to an emcee like delivery throughout the masterpiece which offers up a unique flavour that remains unmatched in the realm of, “The Spider.” As we shift our attention to the mesmerizing music video that accompanies this arrangement, we perceive a series of black and white shots that emanate an appeal of alluring mystery. Focusing on shots that gracefully fade into one another, a storyline unravels as we begin to be exposed to colourful scenes fusing with the black and white as we receive a psychedelic and triumphant showcase of what goes on in the mind of Somori Pointer. With the mesmerizing genius that shines brightly through him, we know one thing that is for sure, whatever Somori Pointer’s wants us to feel is greatly achieved through his art. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Somori Pointer! We thoroughly enjoyed the concept behind the song and music video for, “The Spider.” What inspired the message behind the lyrics of this track? The lyrics are telling the story of my seventh demon, my necessary evil, who protects me from my own heart. His name is Mr. Midnight. {I believe we all have them, cause I can’t imagine any other way we as humans survive the daily “brain barrage” and “verbal vomit” gagging us 24 hours a day.} For the music video, did your vision come to life the way that you expected? Could you please share a glimpse of what it was like on the set? Yes, it did, I was confident my director (John Levy) and after our preproduction meetings I knew we were heading towards the same destination. On the day of the shoot, because we shot in one day, there was a minor hiccup but that hiccup was necessary. The morning we were set to start filming. The female lead canceled last minute so I had to go into hustle mode, and hit up my brother B to see if I could have his wife, Sandra Finnie, could be a stand-in. She turned out to be the perfect fit. And the vibe on set went from a work environment to more of a family bbq feel. What happens to be your favorite part of the creative process? I love watching all of the ideas evolve from a concept in my head to something that I can share with the world. But I also I am just the channel. What themes and messages that you transmit would you like your audience to pick up on? The idea behind the video is that the “Spider” can be anyone. The “Spider” chooses the person to take their place and there can only be one at a time. They know that their life is short and only certain, worthy, people can take their place. The “Spider” is the spirit of creativity. “Baby the good die young, and this shit isn’t healthy” is telling the listeners that they have accepted their fate and knows the life they are living isn’t healthy but necessary to keep the balance. What can we expect to see from you in 2021? More. spacemansounds.com

Having grown up in both Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, and Laredo, Texas, Emilio Hinojosa spends his days living in the border towns of Mexico and the United States. Constantly living with diverse cultures and music, his creativity sparked at the age of 14 as he joined the United High School Choir. In his spare time, he wrote poetry, specifically with rhyme schemes, which then blossomed into songwriting. Emilio Hinojosa’s debut single, “Part of Me,” shines a light on the significant amount of time and resources he has placed into progressing his music career including working with amazing producers, videographers, and singers. Dabbling into numerous genres, Emilio Hinojosa has a mission to release music in accordance with the type of person he is, varied and well-rounded. The main focus of the beguiling instrumentation lays within the delicate twangs of each acoustic chord performed on the guitar. “Part of Me,” holds an earnest cordiality that embraces you the moment that this composition touches down. There is something so soothing about the emotion that pours over each note Emilio Hinojosa drives home. As your speakers are immersed in the transcendent utopia that carries forth raw sentimentalities, you can’t help but be towed away by the prominent flow that gushes from, “Part of Me.” The manner in which Emilio Hinojosa dives into his story with a strong head on his shoulders is truly profound. He emphasizes a sense of maturity that only shines in facing many trials and tribulations to steer you in the direction of faith and deeper meaning. Emilio Hinojosa makes quite the mark with his debut single as he pours vulnerability on the head top of each listener he takes in. Through the depths of his intrapersonal expose, “Part of Me,” has us searching for answers to the plentiful questions that Emilio Hinojosa’s talents allow to arise in our thoughts. Taking over, one single at a time, we look forward to what he has in store for us after this grand entrance to the music industry. spends his days living in the border towns of Mexico and the United States. Constantly living with diverse cultures and music, his creativity sparked at the age of 14 as he joined the United High School Choir. In his spare time, he wrote poetry, specifically with rhyme schemes, which then blossomed into songwriting. Emilio Hinojosa’s debut single, “Part of Me,” shines a light on the significant amount of time and resources he has placed into progressing his music career including working with amazing producers, videographers, and singers. Dabbling into numerous genres, Emilio Hinojosa has a mission to release music in accordance with the type of person he is, varied and well-rounded. The main focus of the beguiling instrumentation lays within the delicate twangs of each acoustic chord performed on the guitar. “Part of Me,” holds an earnest cordiality that embraces you the moment that this composition touches down. There is something so soothing about the emotion that pours over each note Emilio Hinojosa drives home. As your speakers are immersed in the transcendent utopia that carries forth raw sentimentalities, you can’t help but to be towed away by the prominent flow that gushes from, “Part of Me.” The manner in which Emilio Hinojosa dives into his story with a strong head on his shoulders is truly profound. He emphasizes a sense of maturity that only shines in facing many trials and tribulations to steer you in the direction of faith and deeper meaning. Emilio Hinojosa makes quite the mark with his debut single as he pours vulnerability on the head top of each listener he takes in. Through the depths of his intrapersonal expose, “Part of Me,” has us searching for answers to the plentiful questions that Emilio Hinojosa’s talents allow to arise in our thoughts. Taking over, one single at a time, we look forward to what he has in store for us after this grand entrance to the music industry. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Emilio Hinojosa! With your vulnerability placed on display in “Part of Me,” what inspired you to take the leap and be as open with your listeners for your debut single? I wanted to establish already that I am not afraid to be vulnerable with the people who listen to my songs as well as I feel we all have to be honest with ourselves whenever a situation arises that causes us to suppress how we feel about it. Part of Me has a lot of inspiration from a lot of different events in my life, and I hope that people can relate to the honesty the song gives and the relief it grants you after being honest. Do you find “Part of Me,” truly exposes the style of music that you’re going to lean more towards, or with you loving all genres, can we expect a vast difference in the next project that you’ll be releasing? The style of 'Part of Me' kind of just happened to be what came out of me while writing the song on my own, that's usually what determines my songs. The genre of the song really depends on what I was feeling while sitting down and writing. I listen to and adore almost everything that is music so I am not afraid to take inspiration from it. You can expect my next single to have a completely different tone, beat, and sentiment. What’s a common misconception that you think people may have about who you are as an artist moving forward? Not many people even knew I was an artist or that I was interested in this whatsoever before, but now I have a lot of peers already making their assumptions as to what "type of artist" I am. Some people have also had their minds set that I will only be making sad songs, but for now, that's about all the misconceptions I've been a part of. What would you like your listeners to take away from your musical creations? I would like them to allow themselves to dive into the style and sentiment of the song they listen to and allow themselves to let that part of themselves out. I don't believe that anyone ever just listens to one type of music, as well as there is no "type" of person. We all have different shades of personality, it all depends on what brings them out to the exterior. I'd love to bring out my listeners' feelings according to the song's emotion and to let them immerse themselves in that feeling for as long as it lasts. What can we expect to see next from you throughout 2021? You can expect me to be a lot more active this next year in terms of releasing projects, and I will do my best to put out projects brimming with quality. This past year was quite hectic, as it was for everyone, but I have had time to prepare for this next year, and I will not back down from the coming obstacles. facebook.com/Emiliohin instagram.com/emilio.hin

Houston-born Songwriter, Kevin Cartoon is known for his wide range of concepts and rhyme schemes Kevin Cartoon carries his talents in record-breaking ways, holding the Guinness World Record for the longest recorded cypher in collaboration with Barron Studios in Houston, Texas, in addition to a feat like that, he has also performed at the official Colorado 420 rally, opened for Ice Cube, and played 2 sold-out venues in Denver, Colorado. Kevin Cartoon is no stranger to the spotlight. In his smooth as butter single, “Run It Back,” Kevin Cartoon blazes listeners in the unique sizzle that only a flame from this emerging Hip-hop artist can bring to his audience. In the prevailing and self-assured ambiance that oozes from this single, we’re immersed in the influential swagger that Kevin Cartoon addresses in such an effortless manner. The swaying creative components in the production quality has this song residing in the penthouse suite of everything superior. The quick-witted mindset that pushes Kevin Cartoon away from the rest is rather impressive. He manages to manipulate a beat to fit his larger than life persona and flaunt the mastermind behind the lyrical dexterity through his weighty words in the mix. The expressions that have us gravitating towards, “Run It Back,” truly have us wanting to click the repeat button as we zone in on what we missed the first time around. With the effects on his vocals adding grit, texture, and buoyancy, it is hard not to place Kevin Cartoon in your list of top emerging artists ready to take off. Perfecting his craft with each release, you admire him that much more through each listen to the intoxicating single at hand as you, “Run It Back.” Welcome to BuzzMusic, Kevin Cartoon! Congratulations on the release of, “Run It Back.” You’re truly a wizard with the pen. How do you continue to keep your pen sharp as you provide your listeners with something different each release? I make sure to never live in the studio, always go out and experience new things, and travel as much as possible. Step away from the music sometimes, it keeps the concepts and topics fresh. “Run It Back,” puts forth undeniable confidence. What story inspired the creation of this song? I was at a place where I felt like I was being overlooked as an artist, by people who I wanted as peers. I felt like a lot of people knew my name, but they didn't know me, or the makings of me. I am a Gemini, with two personalities and two hometowns, so I wanted my duality to be on full display. It was also a declaration that I wasn't looking for approval from those people anymore, I have knowledge of self, and I will find my village eventually. What challenges have you faced as an artist that have only helped shape you to be where you are today? Most artists know someone that has experience in the music industry, they can go to them for insight and advice. I didn't have anybody to go to for musical advice, that had been in the game before me. I fell in love with music from listening to it in the car with my mom and watching it on TV. It didn't help that after being born in Houston TX, I was raised in Denver CO, where there is literally zero Hip Hop industry. I had to study, research, and learn everything on my own and that comes with a lot of trial and error. I have made a lot of mistakes but every mistake has taught me a lesson to apply next time around. Doing it this way has forced me to become well rounded and knowledgeable of every aspect of the musical and business process. Now that I am here, I wouldn't want to take any other route, I feel stronger and smarter than a lot of my counterparts, giving me a competitive advantage. As each artist is different; where do you find your creativity strike the most? My mind is always racing in multiple directions, jumping from one thought to the next at an exhausting pace. Plus I have 3 beautiful daughters that keep me going 24 hours a day. So any place that I can find peace and quiet to sort through my thoughts and articulate them is where my creativity is at its peak. My favorite place to come up with ideas, lyrics, and concepts is in the shower by far. The aromatherapy of the soap calms me and the sound of water drowns out the outside world. What do you want your listeners to take away from this song? I want the listeners to notice my unusual song structure, I hope it will take them on unexpected twists and turns, like life itself. I also want the listeners to find a relatable quote or point of view in the song they can connect with. You create a true fan when you are able to make them feel like you took the words right out of their mouth. I want to give the world the most authentic version of myself, so they can feel connected to me on a personal level. instagram.com/keviniscartoon

Chance Famighetti is better known by Free Arlo, the performance alias of this southern California native. He has been exercising his creativity by writing, recording, and producing for 10 years, but for him, this is only just the beginning. His latest release, "another EP'' is a follow-up to his previous body of work, ‘Free Arlo,’ released in January 2019. Coming in as some of his best work, the second track on the EP is currently sitting number one on KROQ Locals Only and is rising across the nation. Focusing our devotion to Free Arlo’s track, “Iy,” we are so blissfully caught up in the warm strums that the guitar chords emit in a surplus of emotion and actuality. As you bop your head to the sprightly instrumentation, you’re pulled into the soothing vocal performance that Free Arlo releases through his innermost sentimentalities. With his delicate range of harmonious melodies colliding in a striking grasp of alluring invitation, you are graciously welcomed into an ingenious world that Free Arlo creates through his generous soundscapes. Depicting images of love in the chaotic environments that we adapt to as we cement our place upon the ground, “Iy,” pays a heartfelt tribute swimming in the realities of what love looks like for many out there. As we embrace the meaning behind the theme that Free Arlo is crossing over, we can only let our headspace float into wistful thinking. With a larger than life performance dipped in an elusive presentation, we are fully on the hook of Free Arlo. Hoping that this glimpse into his EP sets the tone for what we can expect, he remains a heavy hitter through indescribable melodies that weigh heavy on our noggin. Listen to "Iy" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Free Arlo, and congratulations on the release of, “Iy.” With a song that sounds so personal to you, we would love to know; is this song written about a specific person or a specific moment? The song is personal, it’s actually written about my girlfriend and her rough relationship with her parents. It’s hard to watch the self-esteem of someone you care about continue to struggle and be oppressed by people whose opinions mean so much to them. The lyrics are my thoughts and emotions on the matter and I hope the song might serve as a pep talk for anyone else feeling the same way. Could you please share a glimpse of what the EP has in store for us? The EP is a slew of songs I’ve released with the addition of two new ones, ordered in a way that tells a little bit of a story if you use your imagination! What did the creative process look like when bringing, “Iy,” to life? The creative process behind the song was pretty seem-less. I had a friend of mine, Cameron Olsen play some guitar for me and built the soundscape around that - I knew I wanted it clean and dreamy and I think the final master captures what I was aiming for. What is your ideal atmosphere to create? When it comes to writing, recording, and producing, do you have one that you prefer over the others? Writing, for me, can happen anywhere... someone will say something and my brain will go “hey, that’s a lyric” and the melody follows immediately. I think inspiration comes at the strangest times but you do have to invite it. As far as producing and recording goes, that all happens in my bedroom! What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? What can we expect to see next from you? 2020 has made conversations with friends and family more meaningful to me, especially in person. Those conversations are what motivates me and drive me to create. 2021 will be packed with new music and hopefully, some live performances! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

The ferocious track “Skinflint Shimmy” is a striking and intensive sound that takes listeners on a forceful music journey with no way of stepping away. As an alternative/rock band, The Warm Blooded has been able to tap into their unique genre-blending abilities in their soundtracks and create music that will get stuck in your head. As mentioned in interviews, “Skinflint Shimmy” is created to reflect the desperate cleverness that is appreciated by a poorer man while being presented in the 80s/90s rock style. With a close listen to the creative and compelling lyrics, you will be overtaken by the energy in this LA-based band’s forceful sound. The ability of each band member to contribute such unique vital sounds sets this band apart. We truly can not wait for this up and coming band to release more untamed, classic rock and roll singles in 2021 and hopefully get the ability to play some live shows. Discover more about The Warm Blooded, here. Instagram.com/thewarmblooded Twitter.com/thewarmblooded Facebook.com/thewarmbloodedLA

As an artist who blends indie-rock vocals and daydreams like choruses, Lyncs has been able to showcase her unique singing, songwriting, and producing abilities, specifically within her newest track “Just Being Honest.” Although her tones create a calm, storytelling instrumentation, listeners can expect some electro-pop sounds that liven the tempo in a vocal expression of her heart being betrayed. Lyncs hopes that with the release of this track, listeners who may feel a part of a one-sided relationship can express their feelings and not feel ashamed for expecting and deserving more from their friend or partner. The sweet sound of truth and depth in this piece is rounded out with its very memorable chorus and has made it difficult to turn this song off repeat. Lyncs has created a truthful composition in “Just Being Honest,” and we can’t wait to see how she continues to grow with her unique musical style. Discover more about Lyncs here. Instagram Website

Nearly every rapper claims to be original, but New Yorker, 2K Ponce Juno is indeed the real deal. The Caribbean influence on his Hip-hop tunes lends a unique, reggae vibe that makes listeners sit up and take notice. 2K Ponce Juno’s up-tempo beats and genre-crossing tunes have his audience grooving and growing at a rapid pace. As we zone in on his as his unfathomable vocals that deliver enterprising lyrics while the music moves through his body, he’s approaching a modern twist to his 2019 smash hit, “Go Pretty Girl.” Get ready for the realm of intoxicating remixes, because that’s exactly the universe being served up. Escorting 2K Ponce Juno on the creative mix of, “Go Pretty Girl,” are the one and only, free-spirited, Jamaican dancehall DJ, King Beenie Man, and the sultry stylings of Jamaican Princess Double K. Submerging us in an enticing creation that has us instantly out of our seats, the musical components in this transcendent production comes in at an all-time high. The infectious grooves offered up don’t shift from the syncopated rhythms that run through this trademark anthem. Your mind is instantly transported to the reminiscent joys of being at music festivals where colossal moments, heavy basslines, and pure sonic bliss take the cake in what a hit song embodies. The vocals performed all around, deliver raw talent that has a texturized boldness that refuses to conform to any one genre. We wish that the song would clock in even longer than the 3:15 mark, but I guess this calls for us to add it next in the queue, and again after that. Produced by creative mastermind, Max, the remix to “Go Pretty Girl,” has already taken off in Jamaican media markets prior to the release in the United States and we’ll be honest; we’re a tad bit jealous. Welcome to BuzzMusic, 2K Ponce Juno! Congratulations on the remarkable release of the remix of “Go Pretty Girl.” You have a roster of talent dripping from this single! What was it like to have the creative touch of King Beenie Man and Princess Double K on it? It was exciting to have Beenie Man bless the track with his years of knowledge in this industry. He took the song to another level! Double K put the icing on the cake as a female between two guys on a track, and yet she still stood out amongst us. It was awesome! I’m so glad that they liked the song enough to bless me with the remix. What inspired you to rebirth “Go Pretty Girl” and turn it into a remix? The original song was the first track that would represent my West Indian culture (I was born in Antigua). However, I felt that it was missing something. I wanted someone else on the track to give it a little more spice, and the first person who came to mind was Beenie Man. He talks about girls a lot! Then Double K was around when the song was being made. When she put her voice on the track, it sounded too good. That’s when I knew that the remix was finished. You’re known for your exciting, live performances. With the setbacks of the past year, how have you managed to adapt to a world where your presence is mostly online? I just figured that if I stayed the same and didn’t try to change, it would keep the fans happy. I had been just putting the camera on and showing who I am all the time, so the only difference now is that I can’t do it live and in person. What is your idea of the ideal atmosphere in which to indulge your creative process? I’m usually by myself in a quiet room or in my Sprinter van that I turned into a living room/recording studio. Then when it’s all done, I go to the studio for 4 or 5 hours and let it out. But when something comes to mind, and I need to get it out right away? That’s when I literally pull over and talk into my phone. What has been keeping you inspired to create music during one of the most challenging years of our lives? I was always excited about my music career. The pandemic slowed things down for everyone, but my love and passion for music won’t die that easily. They say that music heals all, so we still listen to music to cheer us up. Music is also informative. There are so many artists that spoke about Black Lives Matter and the pandemic. I learned so much from them. So moving forward with my music career, I feel that I’m doing my part as an artist for the people. 2kponcejuno.com

The London-based 3-piece Abbie and The Roses stir our souls with their latest heartfelt piano ballad, "Atmosphere." Consisting of vocalist Abbie Rose, guitarist Nick Crowe, and backing vocalist Maeve Brennan, the trio is ready to experience what 2021 has in store. Abbie and The Roses are best known for their expansive sound, personal songwriting, and raw honesty that's difficult to come by nowadays. Heading into 2021 with positive energy, Abbie and The Roses are eager to hit the stage as soon as they can while delivering new and engaging songs for listeners to relish. Recently releasing their third studio single, "Atmosphere," Abbie and The Roses designed this piece around the dreaded year of 2020 and the turmoil it brought globally. Giving listeners a sliver of bliss through this delicate and emotional single, Abbie and The Roses keep us hooked on the song's profound lyrical message that strikes a chord near the heart. Jumping into the single, "Atmosphere," the piece opens with soft piano melodies and Abbie Rose's softly filtered and ethereal vocals singing us into bliss. Once broad and melodic harmonies make their appearance, Abbie Rose takes the spotlight and vocalizes the emotions of missing someone dearly while asking the questions that linger in one's mind after a separation. Moving deeper into the single, we're absolutely captivated by the delicacy and raw emotion that Abbie and The Roses have fueled into this emotional and striking piece, as each melancholy and reflective melody keeps us locked into the soothing "Atmosphere." Ending the piece off with a sense of empowerment through the addition of Nick Crowe's haunting guitar melodies and Maeve Brennan's warm background vocals, we're truly locked into the daydream that is "Atmosphere." Make sure to check out the single and experience all the raw and relatable emotions for yourself. Hello Abbie and The Roses, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on your third studio release, "Atmosphere." What inspired your group to create such an emotional and universal piece? Thank you! An independent filmmaker in LA reached out and asked us if we had any music for their new movie Evie Rose, it’s a heartfelt story about a relationship between a young girl and an old lady. Abbie had been toying with the idea of writing a song about loss for a while so we sat down with our good pal writer & producer Toby Horton and Atmosphere was born! Speaking on your creative and recording process for "Atmosphere," how did the three of you go about creating the instrumentals to offer this serene sense of emotion? We felt this song would suit a piano-driven vibe which is how we began constructing the song. Then it was about building more emotion as the song developed with acoustic and electric guitar and some ambient pad stuff. Vocals are a big part of our sound so we then layered the backing vocals/harmonies to create that space-like feel. Could you take us through your songwriting process for "Atmosphere?" How were you able to write such vulnerable yet relatable lyricism? As we’ve all dealt with loss and the pain of losing a loved one or missing someone we care deeply for, each of us was able to tap into those emotions quite easily. The lyrics are genuine to us and our experiences combined but they’re still relatable & comforting to anyone suffering from those feelings too. Would you say that soothing and emotional singles like "Atmosphere" are a staple for your group? We definitely try to keep our writing as honest and sincere as possible. We prefer not to be limited to a certain writing style but you can always count on our songs to be a true reflection of our current or past experiences. What has been keeping you inspired throughout the last year? What can we expect to see next from you in 2021? We have actually used this time wisely, nick has taught himself a bit in production and we’ve taken a lot of time to write and create new music. It felt like it came at sort of a good time for us to re-evaluate our sound & direction and give ourselves time to breathe and refocus! We have new music coming throughout this year and we are hoping to be back on stages as early as it’s safe to do so! Our next song will be out in Feb this year! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Blending abstract, punk-influenced Hip-hop with soulfully catchy melodies, this five-piece alternative rap group, based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico continues to bend genres and turn heads. Vagabond Mafia is the name that rings bells as their output has been a balancing act between purposefully distasteful to honest and sensitive; blurring the distinction between the extremes. With no regard to modern trends, Vagabond Mafia continues to push boundaries creating an interactive world for the weird, unaccepted, and troubled listener, breathing fresh air into an often hedonistic and shallow music genre. Ending 2020 off with their latest album, 'All the Things You Miss,' they pay an ode to the experiences that they have lived through by putting forth their most mature collective of work to this date. Placing the spotlight on, “Chemical,” the first record to be heard on this body of work, the recruit Baby Tuna in order to put out the ultimate soundscape of atmospheric uniqueness. Dabbling into a poignant dispense of elusive lyrics coming through in a rich and contemporary manner, we are drowned in symphonic melodies with a range of striking notes hit. The back and forth between the wide vocal range gives us a taste of what all the members of Vagabond Mafia have to offer up. The distinct grace of the lyrical dexterity that simmers in the hard-hitting verses pulls us into the messaging that they’re sending out as a collective. In a medley of slow-tempo ambiance that dives deeply into our own earnest sentiments, we find emotional connectors that allow us to easily relate to the talent of this genre-bending group. Painting vivid imagery of what their album, 'All the Things You Miss,' has in store for listeners, Vagabond Mafia ensures that we are exposed to a medley of honesty, hope, and an answer for the disarray of 2020. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Vagabond Mafia, it’s always a pleasure when we get to chat with your group. Congratulations on the release of, 'All the Things You Miss.' Let’s zone in on the introductory single off of the album, “Chemical.” We are exposed to a variety of genres and messages in that piece alone. What is the meaning behind the record and the ambiance set behind it? The production of the music was inspired by calmness and serenity. The synthesizers, in the beginning, brought on a smooth, gentle vibe. There wasn’t a true set intention when it was first produced. The song was created at a 5-day writing camp that took place in Ruidoso, New Mexico. The conception of the song happened outside with a close friend and local artist named Baby Tuna. We wrote the hook, and it all just came from that. Our music is always open to interpretation. To each of us, the song holds different meanings. To you, I hope you develop your own meaning and connection to the song. Jeffrey Misfit spoke- “It’s not drugs that create an addict- it’s a need to escape reality. The production of this song as a result of using music just for that.” I think it was important for us that the first song on the record set the tone of the whole album. To show vulnerability and to showcase the softer side of our discography. Everything that followed was just a following of that display of emotion. Could you please share a glimpse of what it was like creating this album through a pandemic? Were there any challenges that you had to overcome? The album was started at a 5 day writing camp with VagabondMafia. When we got back from the camp, word started hitting the US about COVID-19. We had a big wave of inspiration and momentum coming out of the camp but had to learn to transition our communication and work ethic to a more virtual setting. It came as a big challenge, but ultimately I believe it showed us a lot about ourselves, Social distancing and the guidelines of COVID were big challenges when it came to all of us 5 in the room together. I feel like we took shows for granted, and became more grateful for the small things when it comes to music. Being able to be in a room together, networking, playing in front of a live audience, etc. What is a common misconception that you get as a collective in the genre of Hip-hop? One of the biggest misconceptions is that we are just strictly a rap group. I think songs like chemical, Mary Jane, ladders, and others showcase a more vulnerable, musical side of the group. Each of us was able to experiment freely not only musically but lyrically, and hone in on vocal techniques that contributed to the variety of sounds and genres heard on the LP. The biggest misconception is that we give a fuck about what other people think of our music. In a group of 5 strong opinions, there’s no room for others. With listeners taking in all that, “Chemical,” what themes and messages can they expect throughout the album of, 'All the Things You Miss?' #1. Don’t expect anything. The best way to experience our music is with an open mind, and an open soul. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC