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Bringing his Québec roots to Nashville, TN, the Country Artist, and Singer/Songwriter Matt Lang releases an endearing single titled "Only A Woman," off his debut album 'More.' The likes of Matt Lang have been garnering vast attention and recognition since the release of his debut EP, 'Matt Lang,' which leading singles received over 7.5M interactions. Before recording the EP in 2018, Matt Lang didn't speak a word of English, yet after a year had passed, he was already mastering the language and well on his way to his first English language project. As fluent as fluent can be, Matt Lang is now soaking in the depths of the language with his latest song, "Only A Woman," a passionate tune surrounding the immense love he shares for someone special. Genuinely a sweet Country track that brightens our days with help from the dreamy instrumentals and Matt Lang's warm serenade, the single offers emotion from all corners while reminding us to hold our loved ones close. His single, "Only A Woman," warmly opens with Matt Lang's profound and passionate vocals, eagerly singing his heart's message to someone dear. As we're focusing on Matt Lang's vocals at first, the most subtle and sweet instrumentals begin to pour incredible warmth into the song through the down-tempo drums, bright acoustic guitar, a heartfelt string section, and Gospel-like background vocals. We honestly can't get enough of the pure passion and heart that Matt Lang has infused into this sweet single, as he sings from such a genuine place and reminds listeners that true love happens when the time is right. Ending the song off with his inviting and charming vocals, Matt Lang has indeed delivered nothing but desire and ease with his single, "Only A Woman," while offering listeners comfort and passion through the warm instrumentals. What drew you to record Only A Woman? What was it about that song that resonates with you? When I decide to record a song, I try to imagine how it would sound live. I try to see myself performing it with the band and how the crowds would react. This song was written by Tebey, Negin Djafari, and Tre Jean-Marie and I just loved it the minute I heard it. I haven’t had the chance to perform this one life yet and I can’t wait. How was your summer with no significant touring due to COVID? How did you keep yourself busy? With a brand-new album out, I was still busy promoting the new music and I was lucky to have a few shows in Quebec. We had a small tour of drive-in shows and we also did a virtual concert back in July. It was definitely very different than what we usually do, but we had so much fun getting the whole team together again and perform. I also got to film the music video for Only a Woman and did a lot of home renovations. I can’t wait for everything to go back to normal, but I can’t complain. How does your single "Only A Woman" fit into your overall album 'More'? Does the single complement the album's concept or theme in any way? Only a Woman is the only ballad on the album. The other songs are very old school country, festive and fun. We wanted to have something different with Only a Woman. It brings out another side of the project, something more pop and more personal. If Ed Sheeran ever records a country song, I think it would sound like Only a Woman haha! What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020 to create music? What can we expect to see next from you as we enter a new year? I’ve been listening to a lot of music, old and new. I’ve been working on covers in my studio, just to have fun and try new things. I also just bought pedal steel, so I’ve been practicing a lot. We haven’t toured with the new album yet so hopefully, this is what 2021 will be about. mattlangmusic.com

Indie and Reggae fusion DRUNKSOULS are a French band whose music is a patchwork of influences intended to make you dance as well as think. With songs that toggle on themes of playful, dark, and meaningful, they pull you into their captivating embrace as they continue down the path of poppy hooks and a balance of political and emotional lyrics. DRUNKSOULS continues to receive a high amount of word-of-mouth from their ever-growing fan base, as they continue to push boundaries in the industry. Rhythm radiates from the sizzling ambiance that “Drifter Song,” exudes as we get sonically fed with pulsating grooves. The lively instrumentation carries numerous components that have you out of your seat, swiftly gliding across the floor as you get lost in the snug drum arrangements that practically bounce out of the speakers. Each lush guitar riff performed have you clapping along with the music that DRUNKSOULS intricately deliver. As melodious tones sit in the forefront of the vocalization, the raw and indefinable growls coming from the depths of within get a light to kindle the illumination. “Drifter Song,” can be found on the album, ‘Chaos,’ which is included in the original soundtrack of, ‘Petit Bus Rouge,’ a movie by Sebastien Montaz. DRUNKSOULS allows the composition to transfer you to a blissful utopia under the heat of the glistening sun, you gravitate towards the vibrant radiance of DRUNKSOULS and the boisterous energy that they put forth in the creations they put out into the world. DRUNKSOULS showcase their artistic versatility as they set various tones in each record produced. Always offering up sonic delicacy, DRUNKSOULS knocks it out of the park, once again. Congratulations on the release of, “Drifter Song.” Welcome to BuzzMusic, DRUNKSOULS! What was the inspiration behind the meaning of, “Drifter Song?” Well, the inspiration probably came from our own laziness we are deeply capable to feel after a severe hangover the night before after a concert show or any very joyful party. But also probably by the entire society that seems to encourage a lot of people to sit on their couch in front of the TV and enjoy the vacuum. Tell us how you managed to snag the amazing opportunity of landing on the soundtrack of, ‘Petit Bus Rouge’? In fact, this opportunity came along with another greater previous one, a lot of our songs about 30 min of our music could be heard in the score of the previous multi-awarded movie from Seb Montaz "I believe I can fly - Flight of the Frenchies". This movie was really a great success and the alchemic with our music quite remarkable, so it's natural that Seb asked for using a new song of ours. What is your favorite part of the creation process in music? A difficult question to answer. I'm not sure I've got a favorite part. I love the beginning when the inspiration comes from nowhere, I love the end when you can get the final result, but also enjoy the adventure between these two stages. What themes and messages would you like your listeners to take away from the music you create? Freedom, love, and friendship, with a big load of trees we could have a better world. What goals do you have in mind with your music moving into the new year? We got about ten songs already recorded that were never released...some will be released, it's going to be a big surprise for our fans. facebook.com/drunksoulsofficial instagram.com/djam_drunksouls

The Michigan-based 4-piece Rock band Van Go Go returns with another heated and conceptual single with their latest hit, "Imaginary Friend." The likes of Nathan Mackinder, Jason Schaller, Paxton Olney, and Jonah Brockman have been busier than ever. Van Go Go is incredibly eager to drop their forthcoming singles, which all capture a certain theme or concept. We always enjoy the hard-hitting stylings of Van Go Go, as they're perpetually one to stimulate the listener's mind as well as ears. Having initially formed the band in 2008 and breaking up shortly after, the 2020 return of Van Go Go is much needed. Regarding their recent single, "Imaginary Friend," Van Go Go has jam-packed this track with themes of betrayal and reflecting upon relationships, romantic or platonic, and realizing that our so-called 'loved ones' have a few conniving tricks up their sleeves. Produced by Chuck Alkazian at legendary Pearl Sound Studios, the overall track offers a tightly-wound and classic sound that resides in the heart of in-your-face and exhilarating Rock. Taking a listen to Van Go Go's entire piece, "Imaginary Friend," the song heatedly opens with stimulating instrumentation through Jason Schaller's soul-clutching lead guitar, Jonah Brockman's upbeat and lively drum patterns, and Paxton Olney's riveting bass licks. As lead vocalist Nathan Mackinder makes his appearance, he offers an incredibly exciting vocal delivery while singing a sour story of truth and realization. As Van Go Go is blasting through this track with the utmost power and stamina, the song is never one-note. Listening to Nathan Mackinder's lyricism, he sings more of a reflective theme surrounding long overdue relationships and realizing that some are rather imaginary instead of real. Coming to an end with incredible heat through Van Go Go's entire scorching instrumentation, they're leaving us wanting more of the fiery 4-piece. Van Go Go has our heads banging with their exhilarating and conceptual single, "Imaginary Friend," and we're eagerly anticipating the boys' forthcoming tracks. We're always excited to feature your band, as you continuously provide incredible concepts. Regarding your latest single, "Imaginary Friend," what inspired the song's concept this time around? Thanks! We love BuzzMusic and we are very appreciative of your support. Van Go Go writes music, words, and lyrics from the heart - from life experiences and not from a hypothetical view of the world and our perception of our relationships. Nate could genuinely tell you who this song is about and why he wrote it. We'll save those details for a deeper discussion in the future. If you can tell a genuine story about anything, you should tell your story. Fact is always stranger than fiction and I'm sure that our fans and listeners can immediately relate to at least one verse or line in this song. Within your previous interview with us, you stated that you appreciate the irony of a sound that's uplifting against a subject matter that's rather serious. Is this how you created your single, "Imaginary Friend?" We're thrilled that you picked up on this detail. In a previous life with Nate and Jason's former band, South Normal, songs were crafted in a minor key with a catchy melody and hooks. The lyrics and content associated with the music of South Normal told stories and represented real-life experiences that were very serious, but Nate saw an opportunity to be different with Van Go Go from the start. Our subject matter and lyrics remain serious, but the music is uplifting, powerful, and danceable because Jonah and Paxton, the rhythm section, are so tight. This is heavy, guitar-driven music that people can relate to. The uplifting music that supports the lyrics is a reminder to find the good in situations that otherwise tear you apart. You can look back on life and realize it wasn't what you thought it was and decide to learn and move on. We are a band that learns and moves on. We encourage our fans and listeners to do the same. What did your sonic creative/recording process look like for "Imaginary Friend"? Could you take us through the highlights of the process and how Chuck Alkazian helped you reach your goals? Sure... Love this question. Chuck is an amazing musician himself and he records, mixes, and produces music as he would want to hear it from a fan's perspective. The band and Chuck all grew up on high-energy, rock n' roll show-business-bands that can fill an arena with sound and produce a record that makes you want to blow your speakers. We all love a live show and the energy that it brings to a room. Recording Imaginary Friend started as all good songs should start, with the band playing live together in the studio. This is where the magic and the energy is captured. The root of the song and what you hear driving the energy is from the live recording in the room with Chuck at Pearl Sound. Jason beefed up the guitar tracks with some doubling of the original parts and Nate did the same with his guitar pat. Pax and Jonah, "God of Thunder and God Rock n' Roll" nailed their parts and we kept what was recorded from our first take and mixed it with the Chuck Alkazian magic. Pearl is one of the best places on the planet for that huge drum sound and great drums drive a recording and a sound that is powerful. There is something magical about the four of us in Van Go Go and what happens when we're with, Chuck. He's very very good and he works extremely fast. His ear is amazing and he very much encourages our creative process and adds to the energy in a way that is hard to describe with words. We all feel like we're on stage together at Cobo Hall recording a live album when we're in the studio together. It's really hard to explain the creative energy. Chuck is amazing. Hands down. What should fans expect from your forthcoming singles? Are they all produced by Chuck Alkazian at Pearl Sound Studios? You can expect to hear more stories with a wall of sound as the backdrop. We have two more singles "in the can" and we are proud of them. "Why Ask Why", our next single tells the story of our lives in the rock n' roll business. I think this will be a song that any band, from the garage to the arena stage will be able to relate to and any person and fan will be able to relate to when they think of their favorite bands or take the song into the context of the career or relationship that they are pursuing. "Too Much Too Late" is another serious song relating to human relationships and the timing of each partner's emotions and desire to connect. Love rears its ugly head and sometimes it's better to say goodbye. We've been writing some of the best music we've ever written together. Paxton, who has never written a song actually came up with a great song that the band is working on. Nate is writing better than ever and we have plans to record a special cover song as well. We have more material than we ever imagined and we're excited to bring these songs to life. Stay tuned for more details as we head back into the studio with Chuck to complete our EP. What goals do you have for your music going into 2021? Goals are tough for us. We've been down this road, we've set ambitious goals and we've been disappointed. Today, we are working from a point of 0% expectation and 100% fun. We're truly writing and recording our music because we love it and want other people to love it too. We learn as we mature that too many goals, particularly BIG goals can lead to disappointment and a feeling of failure when they are not met. Everyone in the band wakes up each morning with a passion and a desire to write amazing music, have fun, and to enjoy the road ahead. We are some of the hardest working people we each know and we have an internal drive that is not fueled by a goal or expectation for where we should be. People love to ask us, "where do you see yourself in X number of years?" We're honestly amazed that we are all healthy, happy, and together again writing music and producing some of the coolest sounding stuff we've ever done. We're proud of it and we love that people are enjoying it. Jason cut off over 5/8 of an inch of his left ring finger in a traumatic boating accident just over a year ago and never thought he would play guitar again. He's adapting and figuring out how to make it happen because of the energy associated with Van Go Go. This band and its music have caused all of us to overcome things and do things we never thought possible. We're constantly amazed and humbled by the love and support of everyone who has been enjoying our music. And to that, Buzz Music, you are included. vangogoband.com

The evolutionary fusion pianist Desarae Dee is back with the first movement of her two-part EP, 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt).' We're always happy to feature the soulful and dynamic stylings of Desarae Dee, as her instrumental soundscapes set upon us as swiftly and blissfully as the holiday season she sonically explores. We must also note how Desarae Dee refers to her EP's tracks as 'canvases,' pushing her artistic creations to sound and feel all the more authentic. Always in constant evolution mode, Desarae Dee is broadly known for her unique, spontaneous, and unconventional piano playing style. Robert Glasper is a notable name she's often compared to, yet the Toronto artist is adamant about delivering everything we need to hear and things we have yet to hear. Regarding the first part of her two-movement EP, 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt),' Desarae Dee fueled this project with memorable and sentimental Christmas moments throughout her life's journey. Opening the EP with the first track, 'Moments of Christmas (Theme),' Desarae Dee felt the need to base the rest of the project around this brilliantly uplifting track. Wanting to capture various Christmas moments from snow falling, the hustle and bustle of shopping, and overall Christmas cheer, Desarae Dee demonstrates these themes superbly. Infusing this canvas with the utmost passion this season can deliver, we love the dynamic and jazzy sonics that Desarae Dee seeps through our speakers. Through ambient synth arrangement, powerful percussion breakdowns, whaling electric guitar, and Desarae Dee's flawless piano stylings, she delivers a broad sonic atmosphere to encapsulate the entire EP. Moving on to a more modern track with "The Light," a punchy and melodic bassline synth opens the piece while shimmering chimes and intricate drum patterns sweep us off our feet. Once a serene electric guitar makes its appearance, we can feel this incredible sense of modernity as Desarae Dee falls more into soulful R&B through each meticulous arrangement. While Desarae Dee sonically serenades us with her bright piano playing, she mentioned that growing up in a Christian household led her to the enjoyment of Jesus' biblical story. Basing this track around the three wise men following the north star, we can thoroughly hear this through Desarae Dee's bright sonic atmosphere. Capturing the glimmer and shine of the holiday season with the EP's third canvas, "Sparkle," Desarae Dee wanted to remind listeners of the joy and happiness that the season is all about. We can hear a blend of warm R&B and Jazz as Desarae Dee opens the song with ethereal synths that sparkle overtops of the bright piano melodies, soft organ, and bouncy drum beat. Also pushing another punchy bassline, we love the broad sounds that Desarae Dee touches on, as she creates incredibly vivid sonic atmospheres that naturally lift our spirits. Ending the piece on a transcendent note through her vast synth arrangement, we love the precise and well-defined detail she shines over us. With the first movement of her two-part holiday EP 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt),' Desarae Dee is fueling our energy for the season ahead while also transporting us into sonic grace. We're highly anticipating more thorough and warm pieces from the project's second movement. Hello Desarae, we're excited to have you back and chat about your recent sonic endeavor, being your EP 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt).' What inspired you to create an EP surrounding the holidays? I look forward to Christmas time every year as it is one of my favorite holidays and it happens to fall exactly 3 months after my birthday. I love the holidays and listening to the sounds of Christmas while putting up and decorating my Christmas tree. I love the moments that I've experienced during Christmas, even throughout my childhood. These experiences inspired me to write and produce my own original Christmas music. How did you go about transmuting your memories and experiences of Christmas into broad instrumentals for your EP 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt)?' Based on the Moment of Christmas that I wanted to depict, I would create my instrumentals with that moment in mind. For example, on the track, "Moments of Christmas (Theme)," I thought "What events and experiences have I experienced as a child/adult that represent the holiday spirit to me?" Once I thought of those ideas, I created various musical motifs throughout this canvas to represent that. Is there a particular track within the first or second part of your EP 'Moments of Christmas' that's your personal favorite? Why? Absolutely. My favorite track right now is "The Light" as that one holds the most meaning to me. This song I composed as a representation of the part of the story of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem when the 3 Wise Men went on their journey to see him lying in a manger. Of course, growing up in a Christian household, I would read this story in the bible and watch movies about it and I found it to be so intriguing, so I decided to create my own musical canvas for it and it happened to end up being my favorite track (so far!). Could you give us a glimpse into your creative process when creating the canvases within your EP 'Moments of Christmas (1st Mvmt)?' How long does it take you to complete such broad sonic pieces individually? Normally when I plan to release Christmas music, I start writing really early in the year (around March or April), so my creative process tends to be super broad, as I have so many ideas which is one of the reasons why I chose to split the project into 2 parts. I had to narrow my ideas down to the ones I believed that my listeners would resonate with and enjoy the most. As my normal process of creating music is pulling from experiences and my mood/mindset at the time of creation, I did just that with this project, as I had to produce the music around the "moments of Christmas" that were the most important to me. I knew that because I was creating original Christmas music that I had to bring in my unconventional and spontaneous ways, while still giving "Christmas" and not compromising my sound. What should we expect from the second part of your EP, "Moments of Christmas"? Is there a conceptual story that you wanted to play out through the entire project? There really is no storyline to this project, but more of a reflection of past and present moments of Christmas that I have experienced throughout my life. The 2nd movement of Moments of Christmas will continue with more of these Christmas moments, a few visuals and a few surprises will be in store. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Jōviky enthralls his listeners as a storyteller. Although he is known by friends to be rather soft-spoken, his intoxicating compositions reveal some not-so-quiet truths. As he unearths his realities, the music he crafts fall at an intersection somewhere near dark alternative Pop and alternative Hip-hop. Even in the most obscure of lyrics, Jōviky shares stories with those who are willing, curious, and patient enough to listen and sometimes read between the lines and the chords. The mind-altering resonance of “Yeah, No,” pulls you under its chilling wave progressing in the accompaniment of delicate, reverberated vocals. The gentle ease of the lyrics shed effortlessly fit the contributory soundscape as the sound effects act as an instrument in their own manner throughout the composition. Lathered in ominous tones that encourage you to sink into the depths of your seat as you transport your wandering mind to the mesmerizing utopia that Jōviky lives in, you can’t help but to catch on to a new perspective through every note and harmony drizzled in the evolution of “Yeah, No.” Illuminating bright lights upon the Lo-fi canvas of viewpoints, Jōviky uses his abstract wording in order to splatter his message across this masterpiece. Honing in on actualities, things are not always as they seem. He urges us to remember that there are numerous sides to the story, and hopefully, you can see through the lens he provides. The ambient treasures that are uncovered in “Yeah, No,” deliver creativity and profoundness on a silver platter. Jōviky will continue to immerse us in brilliant themes as long as we follow the lit path that he has paved. Taking music to an otherworldly limit, we will patiently wait for the next release as we descend into our thoughts of “Yeah, No.” Congratulations on the mesmerizing release of “Yeah, No,” and welcome to BuzzMusic. Could you please let us know what moment inspired the theme behind this record? I wrote and recorded this track before quarantine, in fact, it’s actually one of the first songs I ever completed. During this time, I was using music as a creative avenue to explore my mental health and I was struggling with coming to terms with how many times I’ve repeated the same mistakes in life, even though I know better. These repeated thoughts led to a feeling of existential dread. Like, do we even have free will or a choice in life? Can we break our own negative patterns? These intense personal moments are what inspired the themes of “Yeah, No” and if I’m honest, I’m still exploring these themes in my music. I have an EP coming out at the end of December that delves much deeper into these themes. How was the creative process for “Yeah, No,” different from other songs you have created? I often derive inspiration for lyrics from chords or atmospheric sounds but with this track, I created the drum pattern first and wrote to that. Originally, I planned on sort of rapping the lyrics at a much faster tempo. When I began laying down vocals, it just felt better to speak/sing them. I ended up slowing down the beat which gave it a really trippy disjointed vibe which is what I was feeling inside. I found myself performing as if I were expressing my own thoughts directly from my brain to the microphone. As I added layers to the track and it started to come together, I realized what I was trying to express was a sort of telepathy. Stephen King has this quote that “writing is an act of telepathy” and I believe lyrics in music can be the same. I intentionally recorded my vocals to sound as if they are my inner thoughts being transferred through the music. To keep it 100, I’ve actually been criticized about the way the vocals in this track are mixed, but I stand by my choice. I know it’s a little weird or unorthodox but I’m creating music from a fine art standpoint, not a commercial one. What would you like your listeners to take from the themes and messages in your music? I want my listeners to be inspired to explore their own inner feelings and know that they aren’t alone even when they feel alone. Often, we walk around trapped in our own mind not realizing that the person next to us might very well be feeling the exact same thing. It’s important to find outlets to explore the feelings and thoughts that we hide from ourselves. I’ve recently discovered creating music fills that void for me, but I want my listener friends to find what that outlet can be for them. It’s made a world of difference for me, especially in these strange times we are living in. What non-musical inspirations do you allow to speak into your music? I recently learned that the word empathy was created as a response to art and how people relate to it. Before, there was no word to describe why art can make people feel something indescribable. That shit really spoke to me, that the concept of empathy was essentially created because of art and now there is an entire social revolution that has evolved around people having more empathy and emotional intelligence. That is what I want to speak through my music. If I can amplify the idea or concept of empathy when people listen to my music then I’m doing something right. What has been keeping you inspired to create music throughout 2020? I got lost for a while, even before 2020. I’ve spent a lot of years using my creative skills to support other people and organizations. I wasn’t sure who I was anymore or what I truly stood for as an artist. Music allowed me to have that outlet of self-discovery. I’m truly re-creating myself one song at a time. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

From Seattle to Los Angeles, the Pop/R&B Artist and Singer/Songwriter Stacy Citron take listeners on a mesmerizing journey with her tender ballad, "Forget Me Not." Stacy Citron is always one to allow listeners to form a deeper connection with her music, as she believes that music unites us all and acts as a medium for authentic emotion. While reminding us that music is meant to tell a story, Stacy Citron always delivers a prominent lyrical theme that helps her audience reflect. With her recent single, "Forget Me Not," we hear a three-minute ballad through Stacy Citron's angelic vocals and her poetic lyricism that strikes a chord within each listener. While she serenades us over sole piano melodies, which sing a rather melancholy tone, Stacy Citron has locked us into this serene hit through the song's organic emotion. "Forget Me Not" opens with a captivating piano melody that triggers immense emotions in the listener from the very beginning. As Stacy Citron makes her way in, her vocals deliver this heavenly sensation as she serenades us with her mesmerizing soprano tones while singing a reflective, saddened, and passionate message. The piece acts as a beautiful acoustic through Stacy Citron's tender vocals and the equally soothing piano melodies. Not to mention the slight addition of layered vocal harmonies, Stacy Citron is truly pouring her entire heart out within this emotional piece, as she continues to sing of loving someone for the rest of her days. With her emotional and heartfelt ballad, "Forget Me Not," Stacy Citron offers incredible passion within her lyricism while the supporting piano melodies perfectly complement the song's natural and organic emotion, allowing listeners to feel every inch of Stacy Citron's longing desire. We love the emotion you've placed into your single, "Forget Me Not." Was it easy or challenging to write such sensitive lyricism surrounding love and loss? That’s the highest compliment I could ever receive! Thank you so much! That’s always my hope whenever I’m singing; that the emotion comes through. I’ve learned through trial and error over the years, that my best takes in the vocal booth are the ones where I’m emotionally connected to what I’m singing, and not worrying about the technique (which can be really hard since I am quite the perfectionist). This song was an incredibly cathartic and challenging experience to record. During the initial session, there were takes where I was sobbing- just trying to get the words out. My producer Jon Clifton, was so patient and kind. He gave me space and security to make this song my own because he knew how deeply personal it was. My father was diagnosed with progressive Alzheimer’s and the news hit my family like a ton of bricks. My dad has always been my best friend and number one fan. I wanted to find a way to honor him and also process how I was feeling in a way that (hopefully) resonates with anyone going through a hard time. Did you compose the piano melodies within your single "Forget Me Not?" How did you create the piano instrumental to offer this sense of emotional reflection? I told Jon what was going on since we had initially planned to work on another project, but this detailed all of the “why won’t he just call me back?!” songs I had in the pipeline (as you can imagine). I found myself listening to a lot of emotional tracks from artists I admire like Kimbra, Bon Iver, Meg Mac, and Labrinth. I went into the studio and said, “I want to write a love letter to my dad- for my dad. I want him to know how much he means to me.” Jon started playing a few chords on the piano along with our friend Leo, and they hit something very similar to what’s now the main chorus. Just like that, I just started singing- like, my mouth opened and I just started spouting off lyrics (thank god for voice memos because it was all a weepy mess). From there, we decided that this was a song about love, vulnerability, and loss. Everything would be in service to the emotion and the vocals. I went home and wrote a majority of the verses in a matter of hours. With a song so bare, each lyric had to have a purpose, there’s no filler in this song whatsoever. Nothing to hide behind, which was freeing and simultaneously scary to write. Is this your first time around such a serene and heartfelt ballad with "Forget Me Not?" Or can listeners find more emotional and passionate songs like this in your discography? This is actually my 2nd time writing something so raw and vulnerable. The first time was with “Do Better” released in 2019. Towards the end of 2018, I lost my younger cousin to a drug overdose. I felt like I had let him down as his older cousin while he was struggling. After his death, I found myself trying to process the guilt and loss, and I turned to songwriting. I worked with one of my favorite producers Rick Torres, who was the first producer to allow me to focus on emotion instead of technique. He said, “just sing this until you can’t anymore, and don’t worry about how it sounds- focus on how you feel.” That has shaped every recording for me ever since. On the lighter side of that coin, I also have a rough demo I released at the beginning of the pandemic called “Waste the day”. It’s my take on an ideal day in bed with your significant other and the intimacy two people share that’s not physical. How can listeners get to know you and your brand better through your five released songs? What sort of themes does your music tend to touch on? I mean, check me out on Instagram, it’s where I spend far too much of my time! I have what I call “pandemic wormholes” where I think, “I’ll just scroll through” and then I realize it’s been 90 minutes, and my eyes hurt. I love connecting with my fans online and it’s a great way for everyone to get to know each other- it’s a fun bunch. My brand as an artist has always been authentic, joyful, and relatable. When performing live was a thing (and do I miss that more than I could ever put in words), my favorite compliment from fans would be, “you remind me of my best friend/ my sister/ my favorite cousin growing up”. With my music, I think you can see an evolution of my sound and brand as an artist. “Real Life” (my first official single) was based on a guy I was dating, who was in an open relationship at the time. I liked him SO much, that I went against what I wanted just to be with him....lesson learned lemme tell ya. With “Do Better” and “Waste The Day”, you hear softer sides of me. My last single “Not That Deep” was based on a horrifically hysterical Tinder date I had in May, and really shows where I am now as an artist; fun, bright and unique. The amount of DMs I have received from people with bad hookup stories has overwhelmed me and we just passed 12k streams with that song- so I’m super proud!! I never thought I would write a pop song about sex positivity, but that’s what 2020 had in store for me I guess! What has been keeping you inspired to create music throughout 2020? Before the pandemic, I truly had so little time to really create. I was working my day job, singing in bars and nightclubs around the city, and trying to get into the studio when I could. When everything stopped, it truly forced me to go inward and say to myself, “you now have the time you allegedly never had before to create- so actually DO IT!” I lovingly forced myself to take risks, to be genuine and authentic. Even I wasn’t feeling myself or I was depressed or scared- it all went into music (and my Netflix cue...I have watched way too much Netflix). In all honesty, it’s getting to work and connect with other creatives and artists I admire. Giving myself the time and the trust to develop genuine connections instead of just worrying about the hustle. When we all look back at this time, I hope it’s a reminder to everyone to be grateful for what is- because all we have is this moment. So right now, as I write this, at this moment; I am grateful. For my music and collaborators, for my fans, and for the technology that brings it all together. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

What advice would you give your younger self? Oh boy, where do I start? Well, the biggest thing is to look at the big picture. It’s about the journey. Sometimes I’m too quick to judge myself or what I should have done, but those mistakes are an important part of your development and journey. What do you see as the most important habits of successful people? Showing up and doing it over and over. Opportunities come when your there and experience is everything. What has been the biggest game-changer in your career thus far? Moving forward even in the face of fear, and letting go of the idealistic perfection that I once thought my art should be. The journey is never perfect. Is there any overall theme that you are trying to capture when creating new music? I always am drawn to moodier music in general, that with a deep message or just deep feel to it. What does it mean to you, to be authentic? You don’t have to try and be authentic, because you already are being you! The only thing I can try and do and stick to me. Is there anything, in particular, that you are looking forward to in 2021? I am looking forward to writing more songs, working with new people, and hopefully performing once again. instagram.com/natashajanej facebook.com/natashajanejulian natashajanejulian.com

Tonio Hall is the Michigan-bred R&B intoner who found the joy in music through the church, where he enveloped himself in the soulful incantations and angelic mantras of the gospel choirs that come attached to the experience. He played drums and learned piano, and despite the unfortunate passing of his mother, continued his path of musical expression, drawing inspiration from the tragedy and using it to grow artistically. In 'Anymore,' it feels like Tonio is channeling those gospel roots through an impassioned vocal performance that oozes with potent R&B soul that dissolves from every livid versification that echoes an unfulfilled confession: "I can't find this anymore, we can't fight this anymore, pointless arguments, I don't even know what's causing it." It's a love song, where Hall is baffled concerning the time he's invested in his troubled relationship, and amongst an encompassing R&B lounge-garnished cadence, guides listeners through a daydream-inducing atmosphere festooned with: carbonated pads and oscillating samples, a muted cross-stick, and punching kick-drum, and the lithe echoes that extend the tail ends of the top-lines melody with timeless distinction. In the buoyant verses, and especially throughout the fleshiest portions of the jaw-dropping choruses, Tonio Hall buzzes with a complex blend of frustration and love-torn infatuation over his failed link. Throughout this enamoring musical journey, there's a contemporary beat that wafts a sense of modern distinction over this pastiche of time-less R&B standards, electrifying the air with dripping sensationalism to drive home the aesthetics of influencers like Frank Ocean and Daniel Caesar. "Anymore" is a song that you'd want to close your eyes while listening to so you can immerse yourself in it totally, granting the natural tide of Tonio Hall's musical touchstones permission to work in tandem with your soul to produce a musical experience like no other. Listen to "Anymore" here. Hello Tonio and welcome to BuzzMusic. What were the most powerful emotions you found yourself tapping into for "Anymore?" Is that an emotion or feeling you find yourself drawn to naturally? Toxic was the emotion that I identified the most with. Is that an emotion or feeling you find yourself drawn to naturally? Positivity and authenticity are the emotions/feelings I am drawn to. I am not a toxic person, but I have been in toxic relationships that have drained me. Where can you picture your audience listening to "Anymore" for the best experience? And what feelings were you trying to highlight for your listeners throughout the playback? Nighttime seems logical but it is meant to be listened to anywhere and anytime because it is so transparent. And what feelings were you trying to highlight for your listeners throughout the playback? I wanted to process my feelings of frustration in an unscripted/unfiltered manner so that the listener could relate to me. I wanted them to experience the raw emotions many people go through privately and let them know it's okay to feel whatever you feel and express it freely as a part of the closure process. What was the most significant learning experience behind the production of "Anymore?" And is that a lesson you'll be bringing with you on your next musical endeavors? I learned how to gain new skills in vocal production and how to display my feelings on camera in order to connect with my audience. This taught me how to become more comfortable in displaying my emotions. I will be able to transfer the experience into my next projects and become more efficient as I think through the concepts and how it comes to life audibly and visually. If you could prefix the experience behind "Anymore," with a few words that would help drive your intended artistic vision home, what would you say? It's okay to leave a toxic relationship that isn't healthy for you. It affects you in so many ways, and I want people to feel empowered when they make these difficult decisions. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? I am inspired by the simple things that we take for granted in daily life like waking up every day and having a  family being able to stay connected with friends. I choose to pursue joy and peace despite all the negative things going on at the present moment. I want to be great and share my creativity and transparent thoughts with the world and hopefully inspire other artists who are emerging to keep working on their craft. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

The multi-talented, musical sibling duo, Nicole & Scotty are based in Southern California where the dynamic pair can be found mastering their craft as songwriters, musicians, audio engineers, producers, and lastly, recording and performing artists. Garnering attention from the enthralling melodies that they create, they have achieved great success through Spotify, YouTube, Billboard Sound, and AXS. Devoting themselves to the creativity that strikes within, this vibrant twosome is taking the music industry by storm. Their latest hit single, “Dumb on the Internet,” exudes a major Pop ambiance with the zest of the nostalgic 80’s Electronic era glistening through. The production quality on the immersive instrumentation has you swaying at a slow-tempo with impactful moments to counterbalance the ease and grace that “Dumb on the Internet,” radiates. The raw vocalization of Nicole’s voice allows her to seamlessly blend into the composition as she shares the spotlight with the lively synths and pads. Diving headfirst into topical content that we can all relate to after the year 2020, these witty songwriters express a comedic element to the chaos that the internet brings to those locked inside at home because of Covid-19. Through the lyrics put forth, the message makes itself loud and clear; with all, that’s happening out there, we may just be better off staying inside and taking what the internet has to offer us. The captivating duo of Nicole & Scotty truly conquers all aspects of the production as they fashion mesmerizing bops that you couldn’t forget if you tried. With the charisma they provide to listeners far and wide, they manage to hit it out of the park in the ambiance dripped track that is “Dumb on the Internet.” Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

Mechanical is a two-man dynamic band reigning from Croatia. In an energetic attempt to portray higher states of consciousness, Mechanical drips in the essence of alternative, psychedelic, and progressive rock combined with philosophy. “Fluorescent Black,” is their debut and title track single off of the forthcoming album that this edge inspired band is currently recording. Mechanical has entered the industry as the highest-ranked newfangled band with the release of this single on the international indie list. In just two weeks, “Fluorescent Black,” ranked from 26th to 1st place on the chart and you’re about to hear why. An enticing display of invigorating tones is unraveled within the depths of “Fluorescent Black.” Roaring elements of rhythm mesh with the pulsating roll out of Earth-shattering drums that shake our speakers in the larger than life, seamless, the rumble of the instrumentation. The mind-altering vocalization demonstrated within the intoxicating verses and chorus, allow you to search internally for the angst you wish to release. The hard-hitting lyrics written and vocalized by the band’s founder, Kreso, describe the ability in humans to experience higher states of consciousness, the control we have over ourselves, and the experiences of being in such states. It’s hard to believe that the electric vibes radiating from Mechanical are provided by only two individuals. As Mechanical so ingeniously puts it, ‘Fluorescent,’ denotes higher states of consciousness while ‘Black,’ signifies our usual, low state of consciousness, in a fight to balance the highs with the lows. With a superior approach to their newfound glory, Mechanical reigns in a prevailing liveliness that tugs away at us like a sharp-edged rope. Seeping into the core of our inner restlessness, we feel weighty emotions as we become entranced upon each heavy tone performed in thunderous sovereignty. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Mechanical! Congratulations on the release of your debut single, “Fluorescent Black.” With this track being the title track and first single off of your forthcoming album, what made you decide to choose this record first? The song Fluorescent Black went out first because it represents the album, the name of the album, and the meaning behind it. Fluorescent Black lyrics describe our ability to experience higher states of consciousness, the control we have over ourselves, and the experiences of such states. It also describes the moments when we return to a normal state of consciousness and our longing to return to a higher state of consciousness ... so, we could say that “Fluorescent” denotes higher states of consciousness while “Black” denotes our usual, low state of consciousness. What does the creative process look like with only two of you bringing these creations to life? For me, the creative process is that one moment that comes to you, and everything just falls in the right place. It's mostly a moment when I'm completely alone in my room and the riffs just settle themselves into a song. For some time, my mind is completely focused on the riffs and the song, and if I feel that it's good, after a few days of listening and studying it, Trak, the drummer, and I meet up to jam in my homemade studio which we always record. When we come to a point where we feel that we successfully poured our vision into the sound, we begin to play with vocals that strongly represent the lyrics. Is this track an example of what you have in store for us with the remainder of the album? Our upcoming album will be in the mood of our first single, Fluorescent Black, but we will also bring diversity into it. We want to stay in that raw and energetic feeling with massive drum sound but also put some psychedelic trips with delays on the guitar and emotional vocals. And with all that, we’ll try to capture the moments that represent our higher states of mind and the title of the album “Fluorescent Black (The inability to convey impressions of the living world through the tongue of the dead)” What would you like your listeners to take away from the music that you create? We would like listeners to grasp the energy from the music but also the philosophy that is behind the lyrics and art of the band. Mechanical is all about the psychology, philosophy, and music that has taken shape in this band as a raw and energetic rock. With its alternative, psychedelic, and progressive sound, combined with a philosophy inspired by Russian philosopher and writer P. D. Ouspensky, the band attempts to portray rare high and common (frequent) low states of consciousness and awareness in individuals. In short, the philosophy behind the band is about a man as a machine who is in itself just an automaton with a certain stock of memories of past experiences and a certain amount of reserved energy, and those thoughts lead us to only one conclusion, and that is, that we are almost completely Mechanical. What goals do you have with your music going into the new year? Our goal is to publish a new song every other month and then release an album. Since 2020 has been weird in so many aspects, we are craving to perform, so that would be our main goal… just to play in front of the people and feel that energy. instagram.com/we.are.mechanical facebook.com/bandmechanical twitter.com/band_mechanical