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Columbus, Ohio is home to the multi-talented American Rapper, Songwriter and Producer, Twoaym. Showcasing her versatility on the recently released single “Koolin,” from her forthcoming album, “Unsolicited,” Twoaym is breaking down barriers fusing nostalgia with classic Hip-hop characteristics. Captivating listeners by immersing them in the tantalizing ambiance of her enthralling transmission, Twoaym allows her inspirations to shine through the unique creations she shares with the world. Pulling you into her universe chalked full of intriguing components, she flows effortlessly in the composition of “Koolin” like a penguin on a glacier. Never one to shy away from emotional expressions, Twoaym keeps you on the edge of your seat with her carefree mentality that correlates to her easygoing persona daily. As we kick off our shoes and crack open a cold one, the vibes are out of this world with Twoaym’s unfazed execution and essence. Discover more about Twoaym here. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

California native Ashley Reed releases her highly anticipated second single, "Waves." She was developing a passion for various genres at a young age from her family's radio station in the High Desert of California. She also began developing her foundations as a singer and started writing her songs early on in her life. Her latest release, "Waves," is truly a treat to the ears. "Waves" introduces listeners to Reed's rich, soulful, and impressive vocal abilities. This track showcases Reed's passion for beautiful melodies and atmospheric arrangement. "Waves" opens with a soft, smooth electric guitar quickly establishes a mid-tempo Pop beat over spacious drum breaks that not only draws listeners in but captivates them for the entire song. This slick production fused with Reed's authentic and vulnerable lyrics allows listeners to easily relate to her powerful message of not getting lost in someone/something. Featuring bold lyrics such as "I thought if I pushed back the tide, I wouldn't drown in your waves," "these waves crush my soul no longer consumed," and her catchy chorus lyrics "Never gonna be I don't wanna be never gonna be you" further proves her ability and strength as not only a songwriter but also a storyteller. This track is a brilliant artistic expression leaving an emotional impact on fans as Reed dives deep into telling her truth. "Waves" raises the bar for Reed herself and puts her into an elevated category of artists. Her dedication to being bold and authentic to herself as an artist has made her one to watch for. Congratulations on the release of "Waves," could you tell us more about the initial inspiration behind the track? Thank you! Initially, I put together a playlist of songs I was liking at the moment. Songs that gave me a certain feeling that I couldn't quite figure out. Just to give me inspiration for a certain sound that I was looking for. I came up with the first verse the night before I went into the studio. Then in studio, my producer Christopher "C-Ray" Roberts built around that verse and melody and that set the tone for the rest of the song. You mentioned that your love for music was born on your family's radio station. Could you tell us how growing up in that environment has changed you as an artist? Has it affected the way you create music today? I feel like I was very lucky growing up in my family's radio station. I was exposed to all different genres of music. Classic rock, pop, R&B, Motown, etc. Having that as a young age was key for my ability to jump into different genres of music. It also solidified my taste in music. I liked what I liked and I didn't care what people thought. I have a wide range of tastes from Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, and NSYNC to Evanescence, Fiona Apple, and Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. I even like some country music. I learned all that early on and it has shaped me as an artist. I am me and I create what I create; unapologetically. It seems that music has always been part of your life. When did you know you wanted to pursue it as a career? I've known I wanted to pursue it as a career as long as I can remember. I would write songs and poems in elementary school and try and put together little singing groups with my friends or cousins. Then I tried working with musicians as I got older, even tried being in a band. They always fell through but I kept pushing along and now I'm here. We found ourselves captivated by your unique sound. When recording “Waves” what was the creative direction for the ultimate feeling and message you wanted to deliver to your audience? 2020 basically left us in this extended time of reflection. That's how it was for me. A time to reflect on past hurts, and unresolved feelings. Being overwhelmed with those feelings day today because that's all that was in front of you. Writing this song was more therapeutic than anything. But as the song evolved it became more subjective and relatable to the audience. It was even pointed out to me how "Waves" could be about dealing with someone else's addictions. The beauty of music right? 2020 has been a challenging year for most, what has kept you inspired throughout the year? What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? I find it easier to write when I'm going through hard times anyway. I get a lot inspiration from those deep feelings. This year has just been more fuel to my fire. There was a feeling of urgency though. I needed to get these thoughts and feelings out of my head so I wasn't drowning in them. I was being forced to sit still and have even more time to just create and figure out what I want my next single to be or the next several singles. I was inspired by the different possibilities and directions I could take myself. I don't like putting myself in a box creatively. My next single is a continuation of that self-reflection. It was a song I started before the pandemic and then I finished it in the middle of the pandemic. It's very personal, raw and full of emotion. It's about dealing with depression and what triggers you. A song I feel everyone can relate to at this point even in some small way. The most important message though is that there's a silver lining. There's always hope. I felt that in itself was important to deliver to my audience. Facebook Instagram Twitter

Memphis-raised R&B artist Kiva Richardson has been singing since the age of 8, starting off her love with gospel music. However, even before then, her love of music was growing and solidifying her foundation with this passion of hers. Over the last few years, she has been gaining a following of devoted listeners that will continue to grow as she pursues her art. Kiva Richardson’s latest single, “You Should Know,” consists of smooth vocal arrangements and a sharp beat. This fire beat to the contemporary R&B song introduces you to the atmosphere she creates. After she has already caught your attention, Kiva Richardson’s layered vocals add texture and quality to “You Should Know,” there is always something new to pay attention to. Her voice glides over the notes with precision and grace. Her admirable inspirations, such as Sade, Aaliyah, and Beyonce are apparent, although the style is completely her own. Kiva Richardson knows her worth and values loyalty and is passing on this same message to her growing following of listeners. She knows exactly how to demand attention from anyone who may be listening, with her echoing angelic vocals and charismatic personality. “You Should Know” ends off abruptly, which leaves you hanging on to the last note and wanting more. Kiva Richardson doesn’t want to be anyone’s second choice, and she certainly won’t be yours once you give her a listen. Where did the creative process start for you for “You Should Know”? How did you know “You Should Know” would be a good fit for a single? The creative process for “You Should Know” started in LA. I knew that I wanted a uptempo record based on a past relationship experience. After I heard the beat, Rick and I first started to write “You Should Know” on the spot at Ultrium Studios. The positive feedback that I received from very few close family and friends during the creative process gave me the realization that “you should know” was a good fit for a single now. I vibed with the record knowing in my heart that I wanted to go ahead and drop “You Should Know”. What is one aspect of “You Should Know” that stands out the most to you? What do you think draws the attention of your listeners during their first listen to “You Should Know?" “You Should Know” is a distinctive sound. It exudes a early 2000s R&B Sound. Between that sound and the lyrics are what I feel draws the attention of it’s listeners. How does “You Should Know” compare to the music you made early on in your career? How have you matured as an artist over the years? "You Should Know" is another relationship experience song that I have compared to all of my other music. As an Artist I’ve matured by learning the music business vs just being an artist. With your fire new single under your belt, where do you see your music going in the future? Thank you guys! I can definitely see myself getting Sync placements. What can we expect to see next from you? I have a collaboration coming up. I’ll also be releasing my EP soon. I’m so excited about both and can’t wait for the world to hear it. Facebook Twitter Instagram

Multi-talented Rapper, Singer, and Percussionist JiGH aims to bring forth the entertaining, pigmented, vibrant ambiances in the mesmerizing records he creates. Taking notes from the classic songs that carry infectious and addictive qualities, he strives to create music that reflects these trademarks. Capturing nostalgic nods to the 90’s wave of Hip-hop embodied within the instrumentation “Tinder” raises the bar as we go into this record with anticipation. Dressing this beat with the zest and swag in his lyrical talents, JiGH flavors his bars with witty quips as he rides the beat with an energetic dominance. The magnetic chorus “I came across you on Cinderella but with a T and without the ella,T-T-T-Tinder,” sticks to your mind like a potent adhesive. This entire record was inspired in the attempt of JiGH landing a match on the popular dating app, but instead, he was faced with wasted time drizzled in rejection. He decided to turn to Instagram DM’s of the ones that caught his eye, and rather than approaching them with the classic, mind-numbing greeting of ‘Hello,’ he decided to hit them with the chorus of this song. As one striving to return fun and originality to his intoxicating melodies, JiGH wins major points for the fresh liveliness he exudes in his unique showcase of “Tinder.” With utter confidence dripping from his vocals, JiGH is one to look out for as he continues to connect with his listeners on a more than relatable manner. Congratulations on the release of “Tinder.” We have to know, with the creativity behind this record, did the song come before the pickup line or vice versa?! What was the creative process like for this record? Thank you very much. They say when life serves you lemons, MAKE LEMONADE! I not only made lemonade, but Pink Lemonade - Lol! All jokes aside, the pick-up line came before the song. I initially had no plan or intention to do a song on this topic. However, the chorus was in fact created in the attempts of scoring a match, but the song was ultimately birthed as a result of rejection. Instead of me waiting for the Tinder match on app, I decided to slide into Insta DMs. Rather than boringly saying 'hi'...my approach was what now is the hook of this song. After failing with what I deemed to be a slick pick-up line, rather than let it go to waste - it sparked the idea to make a song out of it and take the comedic approach to my reality. Did you approach this song differently from other creations that you have released into the world? Yes and no. YES in the fact that it was approached the exact same way my last 2 singles were created. Being a percussionist, I generally rustle up beats pretty quickly and create my production ideas around my beat pattern. What I envisioned seamlessly came together pretty quickly. With my last 2 singles, I presented these ideas to my Supafriend Mr Mo The Producer, who complimented my concept with his distinctive touch and was co-producer on them tracks. However, NO because on this occasion I presented my concept to Drew Horley...another exceptional producer I highly rate, respect, and admire. He not only added to the beauty of the production but made the whole listening experience pleasurable. You mention your ambitions of bringing back fun to music, something you personally look for in the tunes that you listen to. What artists inspire your influence to do so? Oh, that's easy, and there's only a handful. I'd say my first and main would be my ALL-TIME FAVES TLC! They for me have consistently been INCREDIBLE INSPIRATIONAL INFLUENTIAL ICONS! They were fun, along with their music, visuals, what they were about etc. Very refreshing indeed. In fact, not only were they infectious, but I've been an out, loud and proud, self-confessed addict for over 2 decades and counting...shhh, Lol! Missy Elliott is another legendary legend I've thoroughly relished. She not only served fun in music and visuals but was game-changing and so innovative. For me, she has consistently maintained being highly inspirational and influential...even before she became the global sensation we all know now. So I'd say they are my top 2, because they've maintained being so since being a kid at school. Alongside them I'd say Macy Gray, Andre 3000, Slick Rick to name a few. What has been the biggest takeaway of 2020 for you? Having the capacity to invest in my artistry. Also the importance and value of TIME! Once time has passed, it's LITERALLY gone...there is no refund or ability to turn back the time. When my plans came to a halt and goals were put on hold, it was easy to wait idle in uncertainty. Although I was temporarily unable to do the fun things like creating and performing, I was able to maximize by investing my time in reading, researching, and having the time to further understand the background of the music industry, especially being an independent artist. It just enabled me to be more proactive and productive in equipping myself, whilst in anticipation of what was once normality. It also forced me to adapt to the current times, and subsequently enabled me doing shows and networking via zoom, instead of at venues. Something I never imagined doing before but met some great people as a result. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Canadian Singer and Songwriter Alyssa Messina fuels her burning passion for understanding the significance of lyrics, melody, and the emotional connection that music brings her. Specializing in writing, singing, and producing powerful vibes that fall under the Electro-Pop, Chill-Pop music, she can connect with her audience with the presentation of her raw and angelic voice that stylishly brings the lyrics to life. Alyssa Messina’s most recent single, “Heartbeat,” strikingly grasps listeners as the emerging artist adds this hit to her ever-growing music catalog. The delicate and empowering methods that Alyssa Messina uses to captivate her listeners in “Heartbeat” has us collapsing into the warmth of her open arms. The vulnerability she showcases places her high on the totem pole as she willingly welcomes everyone into the hurt and agony in the emotion that her soul carries. This effervescent piano forward composition creates impactful content through each wistful melody vocalized. The smooth essence that she conveys throughout her performance is viewed as a glimmering centerpiece resting upon the sophisticated control the instrumentation holds. Tapping into some of her musical inspirations, it is easy to place Alyssa Messina’s style in a similar category that fuses between John Mayer and Adele. In the record “Heartbeat,” Alyssa Messina allows the soft-natured side of her to speak volumes as she tells a tale of longing and despair. With her thoughts running a mile a minute, she tastefully releases her susceptibility to heartbreak, something that everybody can relate to. Breaking through to a higher level, Alyssa Messina captures our finer sentiments as we capture the brilliant glow in her storytelling abilities. Congratulations on the release of “Heartbeat.” With the influence that went into this ballad, could you please tell us; what moments inspired a song of this caliber? Thank you so much for providing me with this opportunity! It truly means a lot to me as an unsigned artist to know that you enjoy my music, especially my new single Heartbeat. Heartbeat actually originated from multiple influences; feelings in which I’ve had, as well as feelings of the imaginary. Sometimes things in life happen unexpectedly and things can take a different turn for the better. It is moments like these that we feel a change in our heart, even though others may or may not notice. Essentially, Heartbeat is a song about the realization of how one can open your eyes to so many more possibilities and for the first time in your life, you have truly found yourself because of it. I’ve experienced some of these feelings lately, and in turn had the courage to write them down. Sometimes you just have to follow your heart and realize what is actually good for you, even though you may be taking a risk by doing so. You are inspired by the likes of Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Elton John, John Mayer, and Adele. With a full roster, how do you allow these artists to influence your musical creations? Yes, I know… that’s quite the number to be inspired by! With that in mind, I’ve always enjoyed their music. It started with Celine Dion when I was 6 years old. I always wanted to sing like her, and I pretty much haven’t stopped singing since haha. I absolutely love the way Elton John composes his music, so it’s with his creativity that has kept me inspired. Growing up I really resonated with Christina Aguilera, John Mayer, and Adele’s music as I was always very intrigued by the stories that they brought to life through their creative writing processes. I mainly produce Electro-Pop/Pop-Chill music, and it is a combination of these artists that have influenced how I create and record my music. Were there any major differences in the creative process for “Heartbeat,” versus other records that you have released? The creative process for Heartbeat is definitely a different one from the other records that I’ve released. I began writing this song this past summer and spent about a week finalizing the lyrics. So since it was during the summer, I’d honestly just spend nights sitting outside in my backyard and it was quite peaceful. I have to say that the first line of my song is completely true. So for those of you wondering, I did write this song late at night and pretty much stayed up as late as I could. I felt more connected to the song and storyline of what I was trying to achieve and I was able to cancel everything else happening in my life, so that I could really listen to my thoughts and how I was feeling at the time. You truly do it all. You produce, perform, and write! Was there ever a time that you didn’t have this much control over your music? Would you ever change the fact that you handle a large part of the creative portion? I honestly love having full control over the creative portion of being an artist! Even though it is always extremely busy for me, it is also extremely rewarding to have the freedom to create what I want and when I want it. Being able to do all these things on my own, have also helped me to find my own identity as an artist. So overall, it has been such an awesome experience, and wouldn’t change it for the world. There was a point when I didn’t have this much control over my music, and I have to say that it was right before COVID hit. I’ve always been writing my own songs, and when we went into our first lockdown, all the studios were closed and I wasn’t able to record anything. It was very stressful for me because I felt like someone suddenly took away all the things I loved and never gave them back to me. So, it was because of COVID that I taught myself how to record and produce songs on my own. I have a pretty cool set up, and I record all my songs in my room. So the fact that I’ve come to this point definitely makes me very proud and has opened up so many other opportunities for me such as being able to collaborate and create music with artists from other countries. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? This year has definitely been a crazy one for me, but what has been keeping me inspired is that I think for the first time in a long time, I was able to find myself again through my music. 2020 has really allowed me to slow down, and reflect on my goals and what I truly wanted in life. Creating and producing music truly makes me happy. So it’s with that, and being able to truly listen to my heart, that has kept me inspired. I guess you can say that the reconnection that I’ve had with music this year has truly made my Heartbeat again haha! linktr.ee/alyssamessina

Growing up around the backroads of Indiana, it is no surprise that Daniel Bonte fell in love with the intricate storytelling and homegrown roots of country music. Still passionate about songwriting to this day, he sings his heart out during live shows for the listeners that understand his love for music and processing emotions through stories. “Dancing Away From Me” is Daniel Bonte’s latest single to precede an upcoming EP, and it is packed with the classic country ballad-like lyrics that make listeners fall in love with this genre. This song has an early 2000s country music feel to it, with the light-hearted guitar and bright vocals to portray a heartache. Electric guitar first sweeps you off your feet and takes you back to a moment in time when you were young and carefree, blasting country music on a road trip with your closest friends. Daniel Bonte’s vocal style is very characteristic, most reminiscent of popular country singer Eric Church. Daniel Bonte delivers emotional lyrics and perfectly describes the scene of watching someone walk away in slow motion. During the slowdown of the last verse, the listener is able to immerse themselves in the reality that Daniel Bonte is describing for himself before the tempo picks up again for one last fiery chorus. The classic country influences like Garth Brooks, as well as inspirations from current well-known artists Daniel Bonte has performed with such as Lee Brice and Billy Currington, are apparent in his music style. With the style and energy he brings to the table, Daniel Bonte will be able to take the country music world by storm. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Folk-Americana artist Tony Cecchetti is the originator of the collective CALICO. Originally from the Bay Area, and he is currently residing in Victoria, British Columbia. Amidst the pandemic's isolation and chaos in early 2020, good friends Tony Cecchetti, Chris Couto, Will Lloyd, and JeanSe Le Doujet connected through writing intoxicating melodies together while remaining in the confined intimacy of their own homes. With high hopes, CALICO aims to have their nostalgic and deeply poetic music allow you to reflect on the finer moments life has to offer. Producing heartfelt music full of sentiments, their main goal is for the creations they bring to life to bring you joy, peace, and love. "Oh My Mind" pulls you into its captivating embrace like a warm hug. With each chord progressed, rhythmic bassline, and incentive drum hit produced, you capture the wistful aptitude that CALICO has to offer in their genuine sentimentalities fused beneath the love of their craft. The spirited core of the lead vocals performed allows you to tap into your inner self as you take in the fundamental essence exuded through this collective. Delving into the impactful meaning behind "Oh My Mind," the expressions radiated lead back to the theme of searching. Searching for something that you aren't fully aware of, but there remains a void in your life that requires fulfillment. The harmonious tones shed a story about the depth of love and knowing that there is a soul out there that is also searching for companionship in this chaotic journey of life. CALICO wants it to be known that searching is part of the expedition. One isn't always lost in their search for meaning. Conveying this meaningful message through tenors of immense opportunity, growth, transformation, and discovery, CALICO drives home the point that sometimes we need to take on the most challenging task of all and reframe our minds. Congratulations on the release of “Oh My Mind.” With the warmth exuded on this record, we have to ask; what was the creative process like when creating from afar on a record of this caliber? There was a lot of opportunity for artistic expression throughout the journey of creating this song. In a lot of ways being physically apart in the recording process can create obstacles. In this case, there was an inherent trust that each member of CALICO would add their own touch, their own flair, and personality to the overall idea and feel of the song. As good friends, there was never a doubt in that. There was a lot of flexibility. We are fortunate that nowadays there are outlets to record from afar. That, obviously, has not always been the case. Oh, My Mind came quite naturally. The pieces of the puzzle fit right where they needed to. The continuity was there from the start. I will add that recording from afar is different than being in the same room. The energy that members bring into a physical space isn't a part of the musical process. That was not a barrier. It gave the chance for all of us to perfect our parts and from there, Oh my mind, was completed. It was a unique opportunity that was made possible by the current state of the world. Tying into the creative process from afar, what was the recording session like in order to fashion “Oh My Mind?" The process for recording from afar had its moving parts and required a lot of communication. Tony Cecchetti wrote and recorded the lyrics and rhythm guitar sections in Victoria, BC. That was then sent to Chris Couto, who recorded drums in a studio in Vancouver, BC. This was then sent to Bassist, Jeanse LeDoujet who recorded at home, and, lastly, sent off to Will Llyod who added lead guitar. Chris Couto then compiled all the instrumentation, produced the track, along with Tony Cecchetti, and sent it off to the mixing engineer. The song was then perfected, sent off to be mastered, and the final product is what you hear today. Your records are fueled with profound meanings. In this particular song, is there a lyric that you would like to resonate with listeners more than others? The chorus, Oh my mind is just waiting for you, has multiple meanings. We all search for something in life, we search for direction, for love, for stability, for change, and for purpose. There always seems to be something. Allow the words to sink in and create their own meaning for you in your life. Maybe something comes up. Hopefully, it resonates and you can gain a connection with the song and its words in a similar way that we have. What words of wisdom would you like to give your listeners to end off the eventful journey of 2020? Making this song brought us joy in a time of immense uncertainty and fear. It became a coping mechanism to deal with a virus that had rocked our personal lives and our world. The hope is that those of you who chose to listen to our song can get a moment of peace from the chaos that surrounds you. Remember to treasure your breath and sing as much as you can. Music can heal in so many ways. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Anonymous rapper Valhalla Kid shifts his focus into riling up as much anger and hunger as possible. One of four members of the Lowlives Collective, a rap group consisting of individuals with weird artistic interests, explicitly loud progressive politics, and a shared goal to deliver the best music around, Valhalla Kid aims to express radical beliefs in solidarity through anti-capitalism. His latest EP, 'Music for a Lost Future,' which is a collaborative dream come true with production architect Orange Bloom, delves into the British influences that built Valhalla Kid as an artist, from the rapping of Frisco and Ghetts to the theory of Mark Fisher. It's sharply aware of the dire conditions of the world while offering its listeners something to bop along to. The second record on the EP is titled "DIRT" and features PDRO. Honing in on the very essence of Valhalla Kid as an expressive artist of the genre of Hip-hop, the smooth and laid back ambiance that the instrumentation tackles with fresh samples and an enticing drum loop pump the speakers up with vitality. Valhalla Kid has a deep presence in the tonal distinction in his vocals that drip with passion in the lyricism that he exudes. Taking on elements of old school Hip-hop as he stands on the line of the modern new wave flow, we can hear his desire to succeed and make it in this industry. Sharing a spotlight with producer mastermind Orange Bloom and featured artist PDRO on this record, all talent displayed has a style that balances one another out as they bring out the best in each other's artistic capabilities. "DIRT" hits key factors in the realm of what contributes to a hit song while paying homage to the ones that were there for these artists when they were down, the love and life that music has bestowed upon them, and the ongoing drive to fulfill their dreams, "DIRT," has us watching the flame within these creatives grow bigger and brighter through each word penned. Congratulations on the release of “DIRT,” off of your EP “Music For a Lost Future,” and welcome to BuzzMusic. We love the dynamism that you and PDRO bring forth to the table. How did you two connect and what was it like working with one another? Thank you! It's a pleasure to be in this virtual space. PDRO and I work well (I hope!) because I've known the dude longer than anyone else I've worked with musically. He's been a good friend for a long time and having seen his vision over the years I knew it would be a solid choice to collab with him. Working with him was seamless, the guy's mega-talented and reliable. He has a single out with Doctor Gosso & the Samplers called 'Lost & Found' that's really worth checking out. Now, you worked one on one with Orange Bloom for the best possible outcome in top-notch quality! Could you please tell us about what collaborating with Orange Bloom was like in terms of workflow and overall vibes? Orange Bloom is a man who thrives off the hype. He was introduced to me by our Lowlives co-founder, LumbeRoss, and when he sent us some disgustingly good beats we got inspired and rapped back at them, so he got more inspired and made even more beats. For this EP we just got on a call and riffed for 2/3 hours until we suddenly had 4 incredible tracks, it was really that straightforward. What exact moment inspired the storyline behind this record? We wanted the EP to be colorful in terms of themes, and we had just finished our angry/hype song and wanted something smoother and happier. OB remembered his colleagues made a song he had wanted to sample ages ago and out of nowhere we had something that sounded like a really smooth west-coast hip hop instrumental. The beat itself fed my lyrics pretty well, it just SOUNDS like a song about hard work and being passionate. How does music contribute to your life on a day to day basis? How would you like your music to contribute to your listeners? It's generic to say but music has always been a massive part of my life. Everything about it tells a different kind of story, the poetry of the lyricism, the composition of its instrumentality, the way it structures itself, etc. Beyond being able to inspire people or hold a serious message it's just really beautiful art, and I can't imagine anyone who wouldn't wanna be capable of making something they think sounds good in their own head (unless you're like a soulless corporate CEO lol). What has been keeping you inspired to create music in 2020? We're in an economic crisis where billionaires are seeing profits skyrocket while most people are fighting for their lives. America just got rid of a warmongering rapist only to elect a 'nicer' warmongering rapist. The digital labor economy continues to omit regulations and crush workers' rights. The current superpowers are running their own concentration camps and paying off manufactured consent media to gaslight people about coups and other imperialist side projects. We're pretty angry over at Lowlives and when we're not donating to funds or protesting we're trying to express that anger in our music. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Reigning from Henderson, North Carolina, Fat Ahk powers through the Hip-hop scene as a versatile Muslim rapper. With a panache that escorts you on a voyage through the depths of love, pain, and murder, the “All Red Ahk,” stands out above the rest with a turban and a red beard to accompany him. In the triumphant introduction that the instrumentation of “Celine,” encompasses, we are automatically encouraged to anticipate every word shed from this new wave trap ambiance weighty with bass. Fat Ahk personifies a larger than life facade as he transmits enough confidence to fuel a generation. The prevailing presence in his vocalization rides the flow in an effortless manner as he dictates the beat to curve his way. Focusing on cadences versus articulation, it eases us into the hype exhibition that Fat Ahk performs from the start to finish of this record. Illustrating the expressions he holds within through his intricately crafted lyrics, Fat Ahk voices this storyline of a woman who is determined to go after what she wants in life regardless of the cost. “Baby girl want that new Celine, she want that bag,” is the unforgettable opening line to this Hip-hop hit and chorus as we are pulled in close to the rags to riches world that Fat Ahk performs in. “Celine,” can be found on the album “LATE NIGHT SESSIONS. VOL 1,” as Fat Ahk continues to establish his name as an up and comer in the music industry. Focused on drive, lyricism, and that mesmerizing content his listeners know and love, we look forward to seeing the long-term progression from this promising creative. Hello Fat Ahk, Congratulations on the release of “Celine,” off of your album “LATE NIGHT SESSIONS. VOL 1,” and welcome to BuzzMusic. Could you please tell us a bit more about yourself as an artist in the Hip-hop industry? I’m an artist out of Henderson, NC, and I’ve been in music for about four years now. I started my music career at Shaw University along with my partner Splash who I founded the label ONLY GETS BETTER ENTERTAINMENT with or O.G.B for short. And my name Fat Ahk is a play on my Muslim culture and my weight lol. What moment inspired you to write the ever so memorable “Celine”? I wrote Celine because I wanted to be more versatile, and I also have this side of me I Call my drake side, so I wanted to tap into that and switch things up. What made you decide to make this record the single off of your newly released album? I made Celine the single because of how much love and support it was getting, I actually dropped it before I dropped “ Late NIGHT SESSIONS VOL.1 “ and it was hit so I had to make it the single off the album. What words of wisdom would you give your listeners to send off the year 2020? To all my listeners never give up on yourself no matter what you are doing, I know times get ruff especially this year but you are still here you are still alive that means you got purpose Allah isn’t done with you just getting you better equipped for your life. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? I’m dropping an EP name “ All Red Ahk” and I got some visuals releasing for some songs off of “ Late Night Sessions Vol.1." Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing from North London, Cathyy reigns as an independent Singer and Songwriter. She uses her music as a vessel to discover deeply felt emotion and to heal from unrequited love and anxiety. Cathyy’s sound is built around acoustic guitars and the stunning sound of pianos before adding a full band sound to bring her compositions together. Known for her exploration of a range of different sensations she produces records from sadness, darkness, compassion, and forgiveness. The delicate and empowering ambiance surrounding “23,” embraces you upon emotional impact. Delving into the quality sentiments felt in the chaotic ventures life can bring, a record of this caliber allows you to feel the music more than you hear it. Upon first glance, you would find the instrumentation to be minimalistic but instead of taking away from this record, the modest elegance of the reverberated acoustic guitars filling your headphones in a blissful utopia. The sophisticated feature of this allows Cathyy's crisp vocals to stand out as a centerpiece as you are transported to her headspace. Cathyy captures the wholesome epitome of the message she conveys in “23” to listeners far and wide. Focusing her attention on a story of life passing right by, she shines a spotlight on the main character in this storyline being alone at the age of 23 wondering where the time has gone. As she makes it known that regardless of what phase we’re in, we’re all allowed to be influenced by our emotions as that is how life intended it to be. Cathyy’s striking vocalization and intricate details in this record make it so you can see the aura surrounding her and the music she carefully crafts. With content like this, Cathyy remains unstoppable. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Cathyy, and congratulations on the release of your latest record “23.” Putting forth a vulnerable performance in this song, we would love to know; what events inspired the meaning behind “23?" Thank you for listening to the song! I was scrolling through my Instagram, and I think we all have this habit where we can't help but compare our lives to the people we follow. I saw a friend from the first school I ever went to, and she was 22 like me but she was pregnant, and she had found the love of her life and she found her career and she was settled, and I thought that was so interesting because I feel kind of lost still. I saw another post about a girl I was friends with, who I didn't even know was gay but she moved into a new flat with her girlfriend and again she was my age. I saw another post about my friends who were in a band and we're doing well, another post about a guy who seemed happy but I knew behind the scenes he was using drugs and alcohol to get through the day. These people became characters in my song, and all I did was just change the names. With inspirations such as Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and John Mayer, how do you allow these artists to speak into your creations? Well I grew up listening to a lot of acoustic Ed Sheeran stuff and I've loved every single Taylor Swift album, I admire the way they aren't afraid to express their vulnerability through lyrics. If you listen to the rest of my debut album you can see the lyrical influences from them. John Mayer is such an incredible guitarist, I work with a musician called Adam, who I get to do John Mayer influenced guitar riffs and solos in some of my stuff. How was the creative process for “23” different from any other songs you have arranged? This was pretty much a "one-take" session live in the studio. Just me and an acoustic guitar, it's quite different from my other releases but it's still very authentically me. What would you like your listeners to take away from your music in terms of themes and messages? I would hope that my listeners recognize themselves in the lyrics and themes of "23," I think we all feel like we should be rushing through our 20's, rushing to find a secure job, relationship, secure everything but when we lose ourselves in all of that, we forget that we are actually still young. We should enjoy the little things in life, I realize now that I might not have my own house and I might not be getting married or earning loads of money in my dream job right now but I am still happy with where I am, with how I look and with the things I get to do in my own life, that not many of my friends can say they do. The point is we are all meant to live our own unique lives and I wouldn't change where I am because I know, I'm on my way to something even greater. Do you have any goals with your music going into the new year? Yes, my biggest goal in 2021 is releasing a second album in February, called "Romantic Psycho" which will have more electric guitar, more pop drums, and lots of catchy melodies about the ups and downs of being in love, and also songs about friendship breakups. I'm not sure if I'll be able to gig, due to everything that's going on in the world right now but I do hope I can still gain a bigger following on my social media platforms. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC