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The up and coming Rapper and Singer/Songwriter Sarah Itamah is here to display her unique genre fluidity through her second released single, "Pride." Growing up in Calgary, Canada, Sarah Itamah is naturally inspired to make music after living in different locations like Russia, Nigeria, Malaysia, and more. "Living in around eight cities in 19 years really brings perspective on people, what they like, value, who they are," stated Itamah when speaking upon what inspires her. Touching on the fact that we're all more similar than we think, Sarah Itamah creates music that reaches out to vast audiences through her non-conforming sound and engaging lyricism. Through her second debut single, "Pride," Sarah Itamah gives us nothing but raw passion, poise, and power with each gripping element of this heated track. While rapping a savage message of independence and strength, listeners can bop their heads to the fiery production and haunting piano melody that stands as the production's focal point. Listening to Sarah Itamah's track "Pride" the spicy single opens with layered piano melodies that offer this unique blend of Jazz and R&B. While also giving a profound ode to classic Hip-Hop with the organic drum breaks and highly melodic instrumentals, we already love what the single has to offer as we await Sarah Itamah to sweep us off our feet. As Sarah Itamah begins vocalizing, she wastes no time and jumps into her flow with this natural sense of power and charisma. While delivering her quick wit to listeners through each rhythmic bar, we're completely captivated by the poised attitude Sarah Itamah embodies, as she spits flaming lyrics that separate the bold from the bland. We're tapping our feet to the natural beat of Sarah Itamah's flavorful single "Pride," as she gives us a sweet taste of confidence to relish until the day is done. We love the power and confidence you've brought with your groovy single, "Pride." What inspired your bars within the track? Honestly, the beat inspired the lyrics more than anything else. Once I heard what my producer had sent I knew immediately what this song would be about. The truth is, I’m a writer and most of my music doesn’t reflect my personal life at all haha, I think of my music like a story I made that I’m telling people. However, the part about a guy asking me to pay for his hotel room for him and his girlfriend is 100% true. Speaking on your bars once again within "Pride," why did you choose to write lyrics that display this fulfilling sense of independence and self-reliance? I feel like the answer people are looking for here is something along the lines of “Oh I wanted women everywhere to feel empowered when they listen to Sarah Itamah,” or something like that, but the truth is like I said before, the beat brought such a good, “talk your shit” vibe and I loved it. Maybe I kinda just needed that for myself considering all the crazy things that happened in 2020 with covid and all. We can't help but feel this Old School Hip-Hop sensation through the organic melodies and instrumentation within "Pride." Would you say that your sound is inspired by the natural and raw elements of Old School Hip-Hop? Of course, I couldn’t even lie and say no, I think it’s pretty obvious too. I’ve been listening to a lot of Lauryn Hill, Queen Latifah, The Fugees, and Da Brat. They’ve all influenced my music and will continue to do so. Learning to take the classic old-school vibe and still make it sound modern has been pretty difficult, but hey that’s what makes music so exciting. How can listeners get to know you and your music better through your released singles "Come Back" and "Pride"? How do the songs represent you and your sound? I’m still pretty new with this whole music thing. So I’m still trying to figure out my song. I mean I have songs ranging from reggae to gospel that I’m working on. However, if there’s one thing I want to keep the same in all my music, it’s nostalgia. I want to be versatile but I know I still have my own unique sound. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? The truth is, sometimes I’m not. I’m still working on that- Staying inspired I mean. But I’m about to move across the country for my music and it’s a huge risk so right now I really feel like failure isn’t an option. I’m doing this for no one but myself. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Coming out of Oakland, California, ØHENRY is deemed a rare talent. An artist with various backgrounds, this multi-talented phenomenon plays several instruments, is a songwriter, and tackles production. His versatility will amaze you, but his passion remains the cherry on top as that is what will win you over. With a catalog of artists that will shock you, ØHENRY holds his own as an artist conquering the music industry one song at a time. The quintessence of ØHENRY's latest hit record drives home the Contemporary R&B elements as "Dominoes," which showcases the artist's flexibility between the English and Spanish language. The instrumentation's galloping pulse flexes the abilities that ØHENRY embodies as he rides in the driver's seat, chauffeuring the flow. Carrying enough soul in his vocals to fill a room, the sophisticated bop that is "Dominoes" can easily be registered as a hit with the amount of pizazz showered on the melody. The aptitude in which ØHENRY flawlessly glides through each verse in two languages is not an easy feat, but he does it all with his eyes closed. "Dominoes" expresses the feelings that ØHENRY sheds towards the apple of his eye as he does whatever it takes to have her by his side. Using this song as an epistle equipped with sweet ammunition, ØHENRY can be heard serenading the one which has drastically caught his attention. As we swoon from the comfort of our own homes, it is apparent that ØHENRY can truly do it all. The angelic resonance that he has to offer his listeners continues to raise the bar with each release. "Dominoes" takes that essence to another dimension as we eagerly hit repeat. Hello ØHENRY, and welcome to BuzzMusic. Was there an exact moment or story that inspired the writing of this record? Had a moment with someone one night where everything just felt right, and the next day I wanted to feel it again. With you honing in on both the production and songwriting, which came first when bringing “Dominoes” to life? What was the creative process like? The crazy thing is I went to the studio for someone else's session as a writer, and last minute they said they will be 2 hrs late. So I was like, let me make a beat to waste time and ended up making that beat in 20 mins then wrote the song and recorded it right before the Artist arrived. You have an extensive background in the music industry as you have accomplished many great things! One of which is being featured on Selena Gomez’s latest album ‘Rare’ singing background vocals. What was that experience like for you? This was a dope experience. Working with some of the biggest in the industry, let me know I could do anything. I was working with super producer Sir Nolan. Got in the studio and it was straight to it. It took about 30 mins to finish cutting the vocals on the song. Then Nolan Had me record Percussion on the record as well, Playing timbales, congas, and other percussion instruments. In terms of themes and messages, what would you like your listeners to take away from the music that you create? It's always going to be a positive message from me. Built around Love, relationships, situations, struggles, family, etc. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? My Family. We all go through things and well have problems. But what we go through as a family always motivates me. Especially during 2020. You've had to go harder and boss up on many levels to beat this terrible year and not fall into depression. Been inspired by everyone around me who's been working hard. Especially my best friend Journee, She's always on me to post more and get to it. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Sadie Canon was raised in a small city in Florida where football on Friday night was the main event in town. Although many identified Sadie Cannon as a jock in high school, her heart was devoted to music ever since she began piano at five. Fusing a relaxed yet daring presence, you can expect lyrical honesty, memorable Pop and R&B flavored hooks showered with deep female vocals. The entire mantra behind Sadie Canon’s music captures our most significant truths as we remain completely honest with ourselves. Inspiring us to admit our weaknesses so we can better learn to love our strengths, Sadie Canon welcomes her listeners on board with open arms to her path to introspection as she uncovers the raw intricate emotions that purely unify us all. The enticing aura surrounding Sadie Canon’s latest record, “Take Me Home,” has us gravitating toward her warm embrace as she takes us in on a sonic voyage. The emotion that she exudes in her vocal performance cascades upon the instrumentation as we delve into the burning passion fueling this emerging artist. Her sultry and boisterous soul shed through each melodious phrase allows her lyrics to simmer into our minds and dance amongst the thoughts ignited. “Take Me Home” bounces between the longing and despair that we have for someone who is longer in our lives romantically. “The city doesn’t know me as you do” is the intoxicating pre-hook that has us reminiscing about that special someone who we wish we could have held in our arms for one last moment. Tugging on our heartstrings in the most relatable manner, Sadie Canon has a knack for emotionally drawing her listeners towards her brilliant themes as she opens herself up to vulnerability. As the tantalizing Pop essence of “Take Me Home” lingers long on your mind after the song is over, you can’t help but want to hear more stories in the soundscapes produced by Sadie Canon. Congratulations on the release of “Take Me Home.” Being compared to artists such as Kehlani, JoJo, and Alina Baraz, we can easily hear why. How did you discover the sound and image you currently have? It's been an evolving process. Growing up I was big on the song and lyric collecting. Over time I took all the influences I held onto and blended them all together. I love singing r&b music because it showcases so much soul, but also fell in love with soft EDM in college. Blending the two for a pop/RnB future bass fusion came naturally to me. What moments inspired the theme behind “Take Me Home?" In the last three years, I moved from Florida to Nashville then LA. Through all these moves I met so many new people, which led me to the phenomenon of getting lost in feedback. I was trying so hard to get away from what I knew that I kind of forgot what I did know. After finally coming back to my hometown after being gone for over a year I relinked with an old fling that knew me from when I was a kid. After experiencing so much unknown it was relieving to be around someone so familiar. How was the creative process for this record different from other songs that you’ve released? For this song I had a new co-writer join spontaneously. She was such a strong lyricist and really helped make the chorus as strong as it was. I also started working with a new producer. This was our second song together so we had some chemistry going. You mentioned that you went to Nashville and Los Angeles to pursue your career in music! What was the biggest lesson that you learned in your ventures? My biggest lesson is that you need to be certain of who you are and don't let anyone tell you who you are. Everyone comes from a different background and unless they've known you your whole like, they only have part of the story. It kind of goes back to if you stand for nothing you will fall for anything. Learn your boundaries, make others respect them, and if they don't they probably shouldn't be at your table anyway. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? A lot of introspection. Probably more than was ever needed. I keep looking back to the mentality I had in high school. I was the cockiest kid you probably ever met. I look at the people who shocked my confidence and their underlying intention behind shaking it. This leads to me thinking of what motivation I can provide kids like me to overcome these circumstances. I think of what entertainment brought me to hope for the future growing up. I challenge myself to provide that same value and inspiration to my listeners. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Accomplished actor to a flourishing artist, August Roads takes genre-mixing to a new level in his recently released single "Flat on my Face." This catchy, upbeat song describes falling so hard for someone you look like a complete idiot. Through the warm, joyful beat, August Roads takes listeners through common struggles with his humorous lyrics and encourages them to find a piece of themselves within his sound. "Flat on My Face" is guaranteed to put a smile on your face and sway in your step due to its upbeat nature and beachy vibes. August Road's calming voice is sure to keep listeners amused and relax as they bob their heads to his humorous lyrics and memorable lighthearted sound. This catchy upbeat song mixes hip hop, rap, pop, and alternative sounds to express entertaining and embarrassing situations everyone can relate to. This addictive beat and melody will have you pressing replay just to sing the catchy lyrics and listen to the joyful, upbeat sound one more time. We are loving your new single “Flat on My Face.” Tell us a little bit about the backstory of writing this particular song? I really wanted to make a song that expressed the feeling of pursuing someone that is not right for you. I've had a lot of situations where my trauma and ideas of what I deserved blinded me from the obvious red flags. It gets lonely as hell in Los Angeles, and sometimes you get desperate. I know people will relate to it even if they don't want to admit they have been a "simp" (I hate that word btw) for someone, I think this is the "simp" national anthem. You mentioned that “no one genre can express the truth of a moment and human emotion”, thus, how do you feel your sound is able to so successfully duplicate the joyful and humorous struggle of falling for someone so hard you look foolish? Thank you for saying I expressed that struggle successfully! As much of a failure as I felt like when I experienced the real-life inspiration for this song, I’m blessed that I’m able to channel some higher power to sing these. But Bubba my bear writes all the stuff so I give him the credit for being able to digest my failures and successes and express them in a way that is relatable. This song definitely has an upbeat and catchy sound, how were you able to create this while keeping the song somewhat mellow and calm? I would have to give all the credit to my amazing friend and producer, Daniel Jordan Weber, he creates soundscapes that really allow Bubba and me to tell a story! Looking forward, what do you see your goals being for this piece and other pieces in the future? Are you looking to create more songs like this one or take a new route entirely? My goal with this song is to push it until everyone who needs to hear it has a chance to hear it! I definitely want to ride this sonic wave until I earn the trust of my fan base and can switch it up! I wanted to create something like the late XXXTentacion (rip) did in his career, but of course with an August and Bubba flare. I really admired how he made music how he felt in the moment rather than sticking to one sound. What has been keeping you inspired this year? What can we expect to see next from you? I definitely have to give it to God first and foremost for sticking with me and reminding me that a light that is dim can still light up a dark room, and giving me the strength to heal and become a brighter light. Of course my family, Nishi, my beautiful manager and best friend, and all the amazing angels in my circle that push me to be my best self. I know in the near future I’m going to be dropping a single every month but I'm looking forward to creating a relationship with all the new fans that haven’t heard of me yet. I want to tell a story that we all can look back on and be proud that we believed in each other's vision and created something magic together. This isn’t just my dream, it's for anyone who has ever given me their heart and energy was and will be so necessary towards manifesting this world! My next single will be dropping on January 13! Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing from the Eastside of Indianapolis, Marcus Allen Thomas, professionally known as Saint James Jr., resides as a multi-talented poet, writer, author, and designer. His journey has taken him through interning in fashion for Adidas Entertainment and Marketing to now standing on stage with his mentor Lenny S, and music mogul, DJ Khaled. Illustrating vivid images through his most recent release, “Writer on the Rise,” Saint James Jr. uses a nostalgic tonal distinction in his vocal delivery to bridge the gap between old school Hip-hop and the modern wave that is dominating this generation. The smooth like butter execution of the lyrical dexterousness flaunted in his cadences offer texture to a musical piece about the grind and come up as a creative in the music industry. There’s something so effortless in the way that the mid-tempo, laid-back instrumentation floats upon your mind with ease. Golden saxophone notes dazzle in the background components while ever-changing production has you sitting on the edge of your seat as you take this piece in, you can’t help but have your head high in the cloud as you feel the atmospheric essence seep through the clear and present execution of the verse that Saint James Jr. lays down. As we reflect on our own journeys, Saint James Jr. allows his wisely fashioned lyrics to be relatable to all of his listeners. He offers his listeners the gift of storytelling. You can hear his poetic roots shine through each word penned as he dangles his artistic talents in front of us. Eagerly awaiting what is next to come for this artist, we have “Writer on the Rise,” on repeat for the hundredth time. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Saint James Jr., and congratulations on the release of, “Writer on the Rise.” What moment or story inspired the creation of this song? Thank you! I appreciate the opportunity. With 2020 being such a challenging year, I allowed myself some time to reflect & ascend mentally as an artist. In that time of gaining foundation, I was inspired to create “Writer on the Rise”. Pausing & allowing myself to see my growth from writing poems, to now reciting them on a beat. Could you please take us into what it was like sharing a stage with Lenny S and DJ Khaled? That’s what dreams are made of! Well, I wouldn’t call it sharing a stage. DJ Khaled is a mogul & Lenny S is the best in the industry, I was more taking notes and observing. To be on the stage with them is an honor & dream, but the true keys and knowledge I gained were behind the scenes. Observing how Khaled uplifted his team and gave back, to meetings & music videos. As a mentor, Lenny showed me everything. From the marketing to the relentless mindset of being the best. To this day I go to him for advice & I value his opinion. In the process, I learned that I needed to create my own wave & with the knowledge given build something of my own. Furthermore, the goal remains the same; I’m coming for that Rocafella chain & it might sound a bit brash but I was taught to be the best in all aspects by the greatest in the music industry. Do you have any memorable moments that you can share with us about the creation of, “Writer on the Rise?" The most notable moment creating Writer on the Rise was writing the piece with my older brother (William C. Thomas Jr.). My goal was to help get his first writing credit. I needed a hook & within an hour we created it together. I know my parents are proud especially my father because he always wanted to be an Artist. That feeling to see my brother’s dream come true as a writer meant everything to me, and indeed made this piece personally memorable. With numerous talents in the arts, how is creating music different than your other talents? Art is a language. A different form of dialogue. For example, when I paint a picture, the message you get from it can be perceived as different from what I’m trying to present on the canvas. With music, in a digital space, my message is more clear. I’m telling you an exact story of how I see the world in my eyes. 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? 2020 has inspired me to use my voice & make everything I do meaningful. The fact that I was able to finish five pieces in a matter of 6 months is impactful. Each piece meaningful: either it’s for social justice or it’s to uplift my community, I used my voice for change. That’s the advice I’d give any artist is to create & build a movement based on change. My favorite quote from Jay Z is from the New York Times article with Dean Baquet, “Until everyone's free, no one's free” and I hope in my music I can relay that message in my own way. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Hello Lucas, thank you for joining us at BuzzMusic, we loving switching gears once and a while and speak to cinematic artists. Can you start by telling us a bit about what a day in an actor's life might look like (given the world's circumstances at hand)? Well, everything right now is virtual so usually, I’ll get about 3-4 auditions a week theatrically and a few commercial ones. For the theatrical auditions, the scripts at my age are sometimes long. So I spend the first day learning the script then I will usually use an acting coach to fine-tune my audition. Which is called a “Self-tape” So my mom will set up all the lights and camera in our front guest room (which is now converted into my studio) and we will do the scenes. Then we sometimes have to edit them and upload them so we can email them to our agent and manager for feedback. Then they send the tape to casting. I miss the days of actually getting to see the casting director in person. but this seems to be the new normal. Which experience of yours did you gain the most industry knowledge from? Did you work alongside any veterans that taught you valuable industry insight? Definitely filming the movie “Last Dream Before Sunrise”. It was my first on-location set and we were filming way up north in Oregon. I had actually been extremely ill the week before we filmed so I had to dig deep to make the trip. This film was unique because the director used only natural light and all my scenes were once it got dark. But that far north in Oregon, it didn’t get dark until around 11 pm so I would shoot my scenes from 11 pm to like 3:00 am. Basically the middle of the night. Then we had to try to get sleep but the sun came up at 5:00 am. So I didn’t sleep much for those 4 days, lol The lead actress Marian Frizelle taught me so much. She was very professional and treated me like a real son. Our chemistry was very good. It was at times difficult because she was extremely upset and sad (my character was her son who passed away) but I needed to just be a regular happy boy and not react to her emotions. It was an experience I will never forget! Out of all the projects you've worked with, is there one, in particular, that means the most to you? Probably “last dream before sunrise “ again. It was such an incredible experience. There were some funny mishaps like when I fell in a ditch during one scene and we are all pretty sure the house we were staying in was haunted! But there were just 6 of us in the woods making that movie and it turned out so unbelievable. There is actually a whole back story and we are working on making it into a feature which I am so excited for! How do you use your brand and platform to spread messages of positivity and anti-bullying? Why are these themes so important to you? Hmmm well, I’ve never considered myself a brand but that’s actually really cool! When my parents and I decided to start an Instagram account we always wanted it to be about more than just photos and acting stuff. I have so many ideas about how we can make the world better.... simply by just being kind. So once I started getting more followers I decided that the best way to spread kindness was to show it and then back up my words with actions. I’m definitely not perfect. I’m only 10 but I know that every person is entitled to the same amount of love and respect no matter their color, religion, sexual preference, or political views. It’s important to me because when I look at our country it seems like there is so much unnecessary hatred. Just because you don’t agree with a person doesn’t mean you can treat them badly. As a kid, it’s really upsetting to see and I want other kids to know that it’s ok to be scared or sad or confused. I’m just hoping that we can all come together in 2021 and heal as a country! Are you currently working on any upcoming projects? What should we expect to see from you in the near future? I have 2 movies that are in the works... well 3 if I count the Last Dream feature, but due to Covid, everything has been postponed. I actually started to film “Silent Witness” in which I am the lead actor, named Jacob. But then when the lockdown happened we stopped. I’m hopeful that we can resume in 2021. I also am in a movie called “The Wishflower” directed by Tom Albanese. The same director from “Last Dream Before Sunrise “ and it’s set to release in early 2021. I have another project that is just about finalized but I can’t talk about it yet. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

A native of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, JOJAY has been shedding his talents as a Rapper since he was in middle school. Formally in a group titled Self-Served Entertainment, JOJAY decided to pursue his desires as a solo artist. Continuously using his unparalleled dedication to release numerous projects and collaborate with various gospel rap artists, JOJAY uses his talents by also focusing on the instrumental aspect of the music with composing, producing, and mixing. His most recent release, “Every Rhyme,” acts as a therapeutic chamber that exposes the vulnerability affixed in the lyrical moments shared with his listeners. The head in the clouds atmospheric force of his musical creations have you suctioned into gospel roots that he proudly wears on his sleeve as he offers that piece of himself to his listeners. Manifesting blessings through positive affirmations, JOJAY exposes the exclusive side of himself that is ready to elevate as an individual and an artist in the music industry and life. Using the swift decadence of the instrumentation in “Every Rhyme,” JOJAY places his talents on a pedestal as he delves into his artistic talents. Smooth cadences wash over you as you absorb the animated expressions in the notable adroitness that JOJAY effortlessly executes. Riding the beat like a wave, how JOJAY has us deep into our headspace with this piece holds an extraordinary standard in our books. Using his techniques to fuse the storytelling fundamentals of old school Hip-hop and pairing it with the mass appeal of the new wave this generation is spellbindingly indulged in, it is no wonder that JOJAY is continuing to harvest the acknowledgment that he is from across the world. Congratulations on the release of, “Every Rhyme.” What moments shaped the inspiration that you used when fashioning this creation? The inspiration behind Every Rhyme was to show a new light in me. I wanted to with this Record to get back to how I started making music. I started making CHH music when I was 14 and I just wanted to get back to spreading God's word. What message would you like your listeners to take away from, “Every Rhyme?" The Message I would like people to take from Every Rhyme is that if you keep God First, Everything will work out for the better. Even when it seems like there isn't enough time or it just isn't right, God will come through. Could you please share a glimpse of your creative approach when creating a song? How the song was created, I wanted to shed a light. So what I did was just pour my emotions for God out and show people a new change and the growth of Jojay. We hear that there is a highly anticipated project on the way from you! What details can you give us on it? The New Project will be releasing next year sometime, there isn't a date on it. I have a few songs ready, and the concept of the project is to have all the songs that are on the project to be timeless. That's the theme of the project. Timeless As we are moving into the new year, what are your goals with your music? As we are moving into the new year, what are my goals for the up and coming years for music is to build a fanbase and become a little bigger than I am now. An being able to spread positivity through my music. I just want to be more on a positive note. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

The Northeast Collective is a project by Christopher Prestamo, an artist specializing in fusing mellow and serene collections of alternative sounds. The Northeast Collective is much more than just one man behind the intricate lyricism, and listeners are in for a real treat with the vast expression that gets poured into every written song. The group consists of various touring artists, and at one point, had over 20 artists contributing to the essence of the songs. One can seriously begin to understand the versatility level that goes into the performance of each track, making the listening experience even more elaborate than one may initially believe it will be. A recent release from The Northeast Collective was titled "Happy" and featured an easy theme to find yourself resonating with in one way or another. Difficulties surrounding self-understanding and confidence arise within the track, and such introspections are intertwined with a consistently soothing melody. The song's tempo is very characterizable of what listeners can expect from a variety of The Northeast Collective's music. The rhythm transpires an array of emotions, keeping itself simplistic and slightly vibrant in some manner. There isn't any pressure whilst listening to "Happy," which one would inherently think upon listening to the track. It's easygoing and even more natural to melt into the presented lyricism. All in all, "Happy" imparts an elaborate listening experience and sets the stage for what The Northeast Collective will be prone to releasing next. "Happy" came right off of TheNortheastCollective's album, "If I Can Get Home". How do you feel that "Happy" contrasted and/or complemented the other three tracks present on the album? Stylistically "Happy" takes the band in a slightly more indie direction, I feel as though it speaks to the direction that we're really leaning towards with our next EP coming out in early 2021. The guitar work of Ryan Albrecht (Fellow Feeling) really makes the song what it is, he layered so many elements that made the texture come to life which I believe is special and unique to this song compared to the others on the record. I think lyrically "Happy" is more universal, it has a similar message to its predecessor single "Lafayette", but with a more accessible narrative and less personal imagery. Let's talk more about the construction of The Northeast Collective and the various influence that stems from the team of artists contributing to the production of each track. How does this level of collaboration often ensue, and how did it particularly go over for "Happy?" Personally, I believe the collaboration of the NEC is what makes it so special. Without even mentioning the talent of each musician, I believe the idea of collective creativity adds an element of community to the art we create which elevates the final product to a unique level. I'm pretty big on community, I don't believe humans were created to live in isolation and I truly believe there's something spiritual (or at the very least super cool) that happens when community and art coexist. For "Happy" my influences were combined with those of Ryan Albrecht, Ian Ferguson (The Concussion Theory), and Warren Trunz (Walking Tree, Tone House Studios) in a way that created something new in a special way. What do you feel was the most genuine expression present within "Happy?" I would say I was expressing longing in "Happy", and I was searching for contentment. Often times I believe we need to make an intentional effort to allow ourselves to be happy; sometimes people can have so much and be miserable while others have so little but have inner peace. I believe a lot of it is based on your inner dialogue with yourself, and your acceptance of the world around you, and I think I make that obvious in the lyrics. I spend the first verse talking about my struggle with myself, and then I talk about my relationships with others. This varies in difficulty for everyone, trauma plays a part for many, but at the end of the day we all have something we need to overcome to find inner peace and it's a journey each one of us is on. Where is The Northeast Collective going from here with their integrated sound? Ohhhhh, we're gonna have some fun in 2021. We have an EP coming out in the spring which combines several analog and digital elements as well as several new musicians with new influences, and we will have two singles out in the summer that presses even deeper into the trajectory we have been on for the last several years. 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? I got engaged this year! My relationship with my soon to be wife has been a pretty big inspiration, it's also caused a ton of writer's block haha! I'm used to writing about sadness, mostly cause it's the emotion I have the most trouble processing, so being in this season of magical bliss is sort of hard to wrap my mind around as an artist. But a dear friend of mine Mike Mazzotta (Providence Music Group) once told me when artists create from a place of gratitude only good art comes out because it's more challenging than creating from a place of sadness or loss. I think that would be my advice for artists coming out of this year, assess what you're grateful for, and start creating. There has been a lot of negativity put out into the world this year, there's a lot of changes we need to make, and if we can all take an inventory of what we're thankful for and make art that flows out of that inventory I believe we can make a real difference. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Since stepping into the scene in 2002, Prynce P’s music has been downloaded and streamed over 3.4 million times. So it’s no surprise that a talented musical architect of this caliber founded Pohectic Life Records, a record label based out of Dallas, Texas. Consisting of a diverse group of individuals exuding their artistic versatility of vocalists, rappers, production, engineering, and development, the force that is Pohectic Life Records offers up a dynamic resonance that accompanies imaginative capabilities in the realm of old-school Hip-hop with a new wave twist. Just in time for the holidays, Prynce P and the crew at Pohectic Life Records collaborate with The Triple D to send a festive remix titled "Rudolf" through your speakers. With the mastermind production handled by Cloak Beats and Billy Syn, we already know going into this record that the top tier musical elements will be the fortifying foundation on which each artist will shine upon. The mid-tempo, bass-heavy flipped instrumentation of the original, 'Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer,' has us flipping in our seats as we didn't even think this record could redefine a Hip-hop meets Christmas collaboration in such a hard-hitting manner. Commencing "Rudolf," with an enticing skit that is testing the familiarity of each creatives' knowledge of Santa's reindeer, this track has us on the hook as we anticipate the lyrical dexterity we're about to be immersed in. Swift cadences and unmatched tonal distinction have high vibrations of Christmas components, as each artist sprinkles their own ingenious zest on this masterpiece. Prynce P recruits Keynote, Microphone Lewis, Eclipse Darkness, Bubba, Motian, and IQ Muzic to serve up the ultimate holiday season ambiance through the mesmerizing single that is, "Rudolf." Dripping in festivity, the undeniable work ethic of Pohectic Life Records has us entertained all season long. We're certain that we've found a new Christmas favorite to add next in the queue of our holiday playlists. Congratulations on the holiday release of, “Rudolf – The Triple D Remix” With so much talent on the track, everyone’s style complimented one another in an effortless manner! Was this the first time a lot of these artists have collaborated with one another? What was the experience like? Thank you for the feature. I have worked with these AMAZING musicians on many projects. The chemistry, the energy, and the talent that these guys have are unmatched. This is why I love working with them. This was a super fun project and I can honestly say that we laughed most of the time when creating it. How is the creative process different when creating a Christmas track versus a song released throughout the year? I don’t know, it just feels different. Everyone is happier, more festive and since this was more of a comical song, we just had a great time with it. You have a list of accomplishments that could give many a run for their money! What is your proudest moment to date? When I won an award from Congresswoman Johnson and The House of Representatives for my single, “My Paradise.” The video to this song features my grandfather who passed away (RIP) and for it to be on TV, win awards, and more importantly, seeing my grandfather smile when he saw himself on TV, no money in the world can buy. Since 2002, how have you found yourself grow as an artist and an individual? More experience and more to write about. What has been keeping you inspired to create music? What advice can you give another artist who's finding it difficult to do so? My supporters, my family & friends keep that fire inside of me going. To other musicians who seek my advice: Keep pushing and make music that is authentic. Make music that relates to you! Never be someone that you are not because then, you are forcing something that is not real. Trust me, be patient and your time will come. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Placing her Alternative Pop-Rock nature on a pedestal the captivating essence of Apricity has seasoned our souls the entire year of 2020. The Scotland native who currently resided in Ontario, Canada has a certain magnetism to the way she operates. Capturing moments of unnerving imagination, Apricity gave her listeners the quintessence of her talents in, “All My Lies.” As the first single off of her forthcoming debut EP, Apricity wanted to drive home the unique flair that allows her to stand out from the rest. So, in true Apricity fashion, the weighty Electronic components that simmer in the instrumentation get to accompany a prevailing vocal performance that ends up paired with eerie and eye-catching visuals for, “All My Lies,” which sits heavy on your subconscious. With the music video being filmed at a historic, haunted 1800’s horror bravura, the spirit matches the deep storytelling in a seamless fashion as we hear an intellectual depiction that glistens on themes of authenticity, individuality, and a lack of shame form not being able to live up to someone else’s expectations of you. Making an everlasting impression on the chaos of 2020, Apricity fuses genres together effortlessly while establishing her dominance in the most magnetic manner. Eagerly awaiting her debut EP, we appreciate everything that is Apricity from her undeniable vocal talents to sparkling imagination. Congratulations on all of your success this year, Apricity. We’re so happy to be chatting with you once again. Through this year, how have you noticed your evolution as an artist? Thanks for chatting with me BuzzMusic. I definitely feel as though I am on the verge of a breakthrough in my artistic life I am feeling as though I have found my style, gained more confidence in my work, and feel like my work is growing and evolving How did you manage to stay inspired through the disorder of 2020? This year has been challenging for everyone. I’ve been working hard to finish recording my debut EP which will come out in 2021. I am just trying to stay focused and hoping that we can get back to being able to do live concerts next year. Through this year I have met so many talented people I have been able to work with. It’s uplifting. With your single, “All My Lies,” what are some memorable moments that you have throughout the process of bringing the song to life? The people! My team helped bring this song to life, on screen. DropoutEntertainment and Toronto Creatives were a huge part of bringing my vision for this song to screen. Mia Leone and Matt Hinojosa brought the emotion of the lyrics into the video and of course, the incredible scenery where we shot at the Lucas Family Homestead at Country Heritage Park in Milton, Ontario. With musical inspirations such as, Kate Bush, Blondie, Garbage, and Evanescence, how do you allow those influences to speak into the music that you create? I find these artists strangely poetic. In the sense, they are always telling a story. Their influences have been very important to modern music in general, not just myself they always came up with something fresh and interesting to engage their audience. From January to December, how have you grown as an artist this year? I am still growing and learning I can look from the point of view of someone searching for meaning in a meaningful, rather than a meaningless, world. I have learned to be in touch with my willingness to show my sincerity. It’s learning to communicate on an emotional level through a song. What can you tell us about your forthcoming EP? We are so excited to hear the final product. I am excited to release the next single from my EP in early 2021. The EP itself will be out sometime in the spring. We just finished shooting the second video. What goals and ambitions do you have set in place for yourself as an artist moving forward? Funny you ask. I always remind myself of the quote If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things. ~ Albert Einstein I want to make success on my own terms when I make realistic achievable plans and use my determination to follow through I am looking outside right now and I have to tell you when it hits winter one of my goals is to live somewhere warmer! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC