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Coming in from Australia, the upbeat Pop Artist, Producer, and Singer/Songwriter Shoulders of Giants releases a thrilling sweet-escape through his recent hit, "Glow Sticks," off his latest album, 'The Modesty of Science.' Shoulders of Giants (a.k.a. Mike Brislee) has spent years creating tracks with his amateur producer hat. Knowing that he could do more with his sound and talent, Shoulders of Giants decided to team up with legendary producer Wayne Connolly (The Paper Kites, Cloud Control, and Boy & Bear) to expand the producer side of himself. Through his latest hit, "Glow Sticks," Shoulders of Giants goes on to tell a passionate story while reminiscing on past experiences with loved ones abound. The song's instrumentals offer this bright and anthemic Pop atmosphere through each melodic aspect and use of organic/electronic sonic elements. "Glow Sticks" opens with nothing but pulsing claps and Shoulders of Giants' vocals singing of this being our last chance to say goodbye. As the instrumentals breakdown to offer a mid-tempo beat with warm piano melodies and airy drum patterns, Shoulders of Giants powers through to fuel the song with the utmost energy through his uplifting vocal delivery. While singing lyrics of not wanting to be apart from his loved ones and wondering how this year managed to fly by, we can't help but place ourselves as the main character in this reminiscent tune and remember the days that didn't seem so glum. Ending the song with the addition of a bright string section, Shoulders of Giants has truly transported us onto a new plane with this exhilarating hit. Through the reminiscent and sweet aspects of his single, "Glow Sticks," Shoulders of Giants proves himself to be a passionate artist who continuously delivers highly conceptual pieces for listeners to lose themselves in. What sort of lyrical concept did you initially want to capture with your song, "Glow Sticks?" How did you arrange your lyrics to offer this reminiscent aspect? The lyrical concept for Glow Sticks came about in the way that most of my songs seem to, which is fairly counter-intuitive. A first line will arrive seemingly out of nowhere, then the hard work of figuring out what the song is supposed to be about takes place! I knew I wanted a big chorus that could be shouted like an anthem, and the image of end-of-year festivities kept whirring around in my head. The song is actually about a group of people celebrating being freed from a cult, the realization that things will get better, and the desire to have an earth-shattering party to celebrate. It was a challenging song to tackle lyrically! The instrumentals within your hit "Glow Sticks" are utterly exhilarating and uplifting. Why did you choose to capture this positive tone with your instrumentals even though your lyrics speak on saddened themes of missing the past? I think that bright, happy-sounding instrumentals can have a nostalgic aspect to them. I find that most of the songs that move me are actually misleadingly positive. The kinds of songs that make you cry tears of joy, or that a large group of people can sing together and feel a connection. Within your track, "Glow Sticks," you offer this upbeat and optimistic tone through your vocal delivery. Is this a typical sound for you, to capture more of a hopeful and cheerful tone with your vocals? If I have a songwriting trick that I keep coming back to, it’s to keep the music and vocals sounding positive and upbeat, but with lyrics are actually quite dark. I think I always have to have a built-in juxtaposition in the songs I write. If I ever wrote a song with lyrics that were genuinely happy, I’d have to make sure that the music and vocal delivery were as dark as possible. It’s probably just to keep me interested, but I’m also very conscious of not wanting to waste people’s time, particularly in an oversaturated musical world, so anything I can build into a song to make it more interesting or make it stand out is incredibly important to me. Might we hear more reminiscent songs like "Glow Sticks" through your album "The Modesty of Science?" Or do you capture a broader theme within the project? There are a few different themes on The Modesty Of Science, but they all exist within a fairly focused and consistent main theme, that being objective truth. Observable, testable, and repeatable truth. But beyond just the lyrical themes, a musical theme I tried to emphasize on this album was the shamelessness of 80s pop anthems. The music from that decade was big. Big riffs, big drum sounds, big choruses, big production. The songs were fun. Nothing held back. What has been your biggest inspiration while creating new music this year? The biggest inspiration for me creating music this year has been the challenge I set myself after I released my last album. I wanted to make an album that put the last album to shame. I almost didn’t want people to be able to tell that it’s the same artist, by I guess as soon as I start singing, it sounds like me! Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Los Angeles-based retro Rock duo The Magenta Rainbow releases their cinematic experience with their debut concept album, 'The Tale of Purple Wilson.' While coming through with a fun and spacious soundscape, The Magenta Rainbow also wants listeners to question life's most daunting questions. With their debut album, 'The Tale of Purple Wilson,' The Magenta Rainbow brings listeners into a dynamic and retro Pop-Rock space. Consisting of Kellan Meador and Marnie Price, The Magenta Rainbow geared their debut album towards children and anyone in need of a transcendent escape. Opening the album with the introduction track, "Opening the Magenta Rainbow," this piece delivers more of a poetic and narrative nature. The Narrator, Nick Court, opens the tale by describing the album's protagonist, Purple Wilson. A Barney meets Owen Wilson type of character; Nick Court goes on to tell Purple Wilson's dreams of climbing Rock Mountain. As he continues speaking of Wilson's endeavors towards his journey, he's accompanied by The Magenta Rainbow's silky smooth production/instrumentals that offer a highly cinematic and spacious soundscape. Moving into the album's first musical piece, "Purple Wilson," here we get to know the protagonist a little better with help from The Magenta Rainbow. The song opens with Kellan Meador's broad and powerful vocals exclaiming Purple Wilson's optimistic and positive outlook. Accompanied by background vocalists Brittany Campbell and Candace Quarrells, they offer a warm and pleasant atmosphere through their uplifting delivery and the surrounding instrumental's natural groove. With each song's organic and electronic elements, The Magenta Rainbow offers a highly catchy experience with each key, unique percussion pattern, and ear-worm melody. With the next piece, "Alone with the Empty," we hear another narration track featuring Nick Court. While opening with a saddening yet slightly comedic tale of Purple Wilson getting booed off stage as his audience expected more grit and soul from him, he goes on to tell of the crushing sensation that Purple felt. Through soft woodwind instrumentals and humorous brass, this piece offers listeners a slice of emotion and lets them feel sympathy for our protagonist. Swiftly shifting into the next track, "Nihilism," the song opens with groovy and upbeat drum patterns, retro 70s-style keys, and Kellan Meador's warm and powerful vocals. As he begins singing of those nights where we feeling nothing at all, Marnie Price joins in and takes the track by storm with her equally powerful and bright vocals. The production gradually grows to be incredibly light and cheerful, primarily through bright keyboard melodies and unique percussion patterns. Perfectly capturing a musical experience to Purple Wilson's distraught moment, we're excited to see where the rest of the album takes us. Another narrative piece by Nick Court takes the album's spotlight with "The Beauty in Purple." This track offers a darker, more introspective, and reflective tone to Purple Wilson's story. Opening with his emptiness playing an exterior character and ripping his eye out, the empty begins to chat maniacally chat with Purple and explain that there's nothing else to see in rock bottom but himself. Through haunting and eerie production, the track truly gives a chilling and cinematic experience. As Nick Court continues to speak of Purple Wilson's eye physically morphing into Blue-Zilla, we jump into the next tune. Continuing with another beautiful transition into "Good Lookin," the song opens with a bright string soundscape, groovy keyboard melodies, and warm organic drum patterns. As Kellan Meador begins singing of his shyness and wanting to break out of his shell, Brittany Campbell and Candace Quarrells enter the track's background and offer a mesmerizing vocal experience. While Kellan Meador continues singing an empowering and inspirational message of standing firm in who you are, we begin to feel even more sympathy for our little purple protagonist. With the next narrative piece, "A Huge Sassy Orange," we continue to hear the story of the empty tormenting Purple Wilson and showing him the lessons he must learn. The empty then rips off Purple Wilson's ear and explains that there isn't anything to hear in rock bottom but himself. As Purple Wilson questions himself and watches his torn-off ear morph into L'orange, she then caresses Purple with tenderness and explains his awareness issue. These narrative pieces of every other song truly add depth and texture to The Magenta Rainbow's entire album. With another sweet transition, the next song, "Are You Aware," opens with soft synths, a plucky bassline, and mid-tempo drum patterns. Marnie Price takes center stage in this song, as she opens the track with her vibrant and celestial vocals while pouring lyrics of illogical thinking and realizing one's inflated ego. The piece offers this transcendent ambiance that drifts through our speakers with pure ease and bliss. We also must note the conceptual brilliance that The Magenta Rainbow has captured while teaching children of relevant issues through a relatable and engaging character. Through the next narrative piece, "They Fell in Love," this piece offers listeners a heartwarming experience through the animated eyes of Purple Wilson. While beginning the tale with L'orange and Blue-Zilla falling in love, as they once were Purple Wilson's Eye and Ear, we must note the conceptual excellence once again, as we're genuinely locked into this experience to see how it plays out. Not to mention the piece's orchestral production and instrumentals, the song quickly transitions into the next. With a groovy and Rock-infused intro to the next track, "Gotta Best Friend," the song opens with short and bright keyboard bursts, a mid-tempo drum beat, and a punchy electric guitar. Capturing their Rock side with this track, Kellan Meador sings of his appreciation for his best friend while also singing incredibly comedic lyricism that strikes a laugh. As Marnie Price takes the spotlight and continues to sing with the same life and vibrance, they both offer an incredibly exhilarating atmosphere, especially through the instrumental breakdown that ends the song with a bluesy and soulful flair. Opening the next narrative piece, "Out of Rock Bottom," by continuing the tale of Purple Wilson, we hear more of a realizational lyrical message. As Purple Wilson continues to scrape the edges of rock bottom, he begins to lose his purple hue and vibrance. Meeting up and chatting with the empty once again, Purple tells his dreams of wishing to climb Rock Mountain while the empty urges that he'll stick around wherever Purple lands. As Purple Wilson realizes that what's best to do is to move forward to the next best thing in life, we highly appreciate the sound message that The Magenta Rainbow has captured with this compelling character. "How the World Works," opens with bright keyboard melodies, a steady rhythm guitar, and warm percussion patterns. Kellan Meador quickly makes his vocal appearance and offers an anthemic feel through his upbeat delivery. While singing about how the world works and realizing that our turmoil is what makes our good days even better, we can feel this natural sense of energy and passion exude from The Magenta Rainbow's groovy instrumentals and optimistic lyricism. Ending the song on a highly passionate and inspirational note, we adore what the spirited duo has captured with this album. Ending the project off with the last narrative piece, "Top of a Mountain," we hear the final chapter of Purple Wilson's journey to the top of Rock Mountain. While he rocks his way to the top and is nothing but ready to soak in the bliss and fame that the top of Rock Mountain has to offer, he looks around and basks in nothingness. With samples of a chilling breeze flowing by, we can feel the album come to a reflective end where the listeners can put their ego aside and question what their next best move is. We highly admire the conceptual, musical, and cinematic brilliance that The Magenta Rainbow has captured with their album, 'The Tale of Purple Wilson,' as it makes for a compelling, transcendent, and knowledgable experience. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

Harnessing the dynamic sonics of Afro-Pop and diffusing his trademark vibes onto any salubrious track he embellishes, Jobaa, the Lagos-bred, London-based vocalizer, proves that he's the next hot-blooded auteur to hit the ground running with his latest single, "Bad Boy." With the support of his independent label, JustJojo, and a team of notorieties like, Jaypizzle (Major Lazer, Kizz Daniels, Skales) and Selebobo (Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy) as a critical staple in his production team, Jobaa croons over fans' hearts with a rousing island-reminiscent and Lamba-inspired track. It's a magnetic musical endeavor that leaves a distinctive after-glow with its kinetic drive by the time the last hook infuses your eardrums with its infatuating hustle and percolating meter. Opening with a pop-infused guitar line that gels into place as soon as the punchy calypso rhythm enriches the mix with a "four to the floor" boom, "Bad Boy" immediately renders-up as you've walked into the most exuberant beach-bordering party, where Jobaa is at operating at the helm of a microphone on center stage, like the reigning star he is. Embodying the "Yoruba Demons"—womanizers who take pride in showcasing their promiscuity and unfaithfulness—his production fastens to his super-emollient versifications and the buzzing nature of his tonality. With a steady-up tempo oscillation coming from guitars, dynamic harmonies, prismatic reverbs, and a bouncy bass-line that revolves around the influential singer, rather than interfering with the essence of his artistry, it's impossible not to get sucked into the vibed-out world this talented artist has created. As he sings, "cos am a bad boy, not the Bonnie and Clyde boy, awa lo'lorin new school when the girls are coming, they coming in two two," you can feel the impassioned spirits with which he diffuses the words, warbling with a distinguishing effect inlaid over his voice, that never takes away from the experience as a whole. It's the sort of aesthetic that comes hand-in-hand with the veteran flow and inspiring energy that makes heads turn and leaves a distinguishing after-glow as soon as the scintillating hook wreaths around you eardrums one last time: "am a Yoruba Demon na na, am a Yoruba Demon oh no." If there's anything left to be said about the all-encompassing capabilities that fester within Jobaa, it's that if you're looking for an intoxicating dose of up-beat, feel-good sonics, you need not look any further. This London-based artist is here to impress with "Bad Boy," and his anticipated EP is set to become the next big thing in the realms of afro-pop music. What sort of emotions were you channeling into for the performance you capture on "Bad Boy?" Is this something we can expect to see in your upcoming musical catalog set to be released in 2021? Emotions? A 'Bad Boy' doesn’t have emotions, it was more of a revealing time, the song just came about in a session, we were vibing and then the inspiration came. My musical catalog will be consisting of more than just that but you should stay on the lookout for more from me. What inspired you to infuse pop into your afro-influenced aesthetics? Can you describe what swayed you to incorporate this style over "Bad Boys?" I feel like my inspiration is usually drawn from the fact that I want to be a part of the creatives that are further spreading afrobeat globally and the Afro sound is just ridiculously amazing, so I want to tap into that with my music If you could give your fans a few words that would act as the prologue to the experience you've established in "Bad Boys," what would you say, and why? A few words - everyone is 'bad' in their own way. Did you face any challenges creating "Bad Boys" with the pandemic happening around the world? Not really, No. although the producer wasn’t here with me at the time, however, it didn’t really hinder anything, I guess the only hindrance might just be the fact that I’ve not been able to perform the music just yet and it probably won't change until the pandemic is over. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Los Angeles based singer and songwriter Vealy has always allowed music to speak into her life. Originally born and raised in the Philippines, Vealy has been creating captivating melodies while juggling the additional skills and attributes that bring joy to the world she lives in. She is eager to express her innovative insights and the newfound direction the way her sound is headed. "Joanie" is the highly anticipated, intoxicating single that Vealy is set to share with her listeners. "Joanie" instantly pulls you in with the 80s Electro Pop synths beating through your headphones as the delicate traits in the instrumentation dance upon your head top. This up-tempo record drips in charisma as Vealy's elusive vocals graze the composition as they draw you towards her wistful hold. Whether Joanie is a fictional character or not, this song has us eagerly wanting to know everything about her. This record acts as a letter to Joanie and an expression of Vealy's relationship with this character. In our lives, I'm sure we all have a Joanie, and this makes Vealy's record that much more relatable. Capturing the essence of sincerity, Vealy entices us with a bright personality that shines through each melody she shelters. Effortlessly, the harmonies that Vealy sheds give "Joanie" an added edge as she carries forth her bubbly performance while painting a crystal clear image through the magnetic words she has carefully scripted. Leaving us with the memorable storyline she shares with each listener, Vealy is one to look out for as she climbs her way to the top, establishing her name. Be sure to look out for her unforgettable charm as we patiently await what is next to come. Hello Vealy and welcome back to BuzzMusic. "Joanie" has us feeling nostalgic with the ambiance you’ve given us. What was your creative process like going into creating this record? Thanks for having me Buzz Music!! Yes! I’ve been listening to a lot of older records— as in Cyndi Lauper, The Carpenters, and got addicted to Robyn. Haha. So, before “Joanie”, I was releasing mostly acoustic records, and I wanted to branch out from that. So, I started experimenting with different sounds, sounds that I appreciated from the older music I’ve been really enjoying. Synths, soft ambient textures, doubled vocals. In the busier sections of the record, you might hear me playing my belly like some sort of percussion. Lol. After I finished recording my demo, I called up my friend, Dr Q, to finish producing it with me and add some guitars! We have to ask, is “Joanie,” based on a real character? "Joanie" is inspired by 2 real people. I used to take care of an elderly couple, and they had a daughter who was an artist, traveled the world solo, lovely. However, she often felt like she was not loved by the people she held close. When the lady I was taking care of narrated this story, she told me how she wished they hadn’t argued on the telephone the last time they spoke. The next thing she knows, the police were at her door saying that her daughter jumped off of her window. It’s also inspired by the story of Karen Carpenter. If you don’t know her, please look her up. I’m a big fan of hers. If she were here, I would make sure she knows how loved she is and how lucky the world is (was) to have her here. Could you take us into what the recording session was like when creating this track? Of course! Everything except the guitars was recorded in our one-bedroom apartment! All the lead vocals were recorded 3 or 4 times to get that “phase” effect that kinda sounds like it’s from the old times. Lol. The harmonies and all the background voices were also all recorded in the apartment. I feel so bad for my partner, Noah he hears all the vocal takes (and by all, I mean mostly the bad ones). Haha. In the realm of Vealy, what would you say is the main message you would like your listeners to take away from “Joanie?" I want my listeners to think about their loved ones when they listen to the song, and treasure time with them as if it’s the last time they’re gonna see them. To be bold and say things that are usually frowned upon by the general public— how you love and appreciate your parents or your siblings. Or how you’re sorry about this or that. Just being more open I guess, while we're all still alive!! Do you have any other releases planned before the end of 2020, Vealy? Joanie will be the last before 2020 ends, but I’m planning to put out my EP by April or May of next year! Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

The Irish and Nigerian Rapper and Artist OG The Story offers a sign for the times with his latest in-depth EP, "Evolution By Any Means." OG The Story mentioned that the EP "Evolution By Any Means" speaks directly to our current times, as the project is infused with themes like heritage, identity, diversity, and self-love. When speaking upon the recent release, OG The Story stated, "This EP is telling the story of my journey to achieve my highest potential while delving into a variety of life experiences with the insights and lessons gained from them." OG The Story opened his EP "Evolution By Any Means" with the heavily conceptual intro track "Irish Resident." OG The Story mentioned that the song was inspired by an event on International Women's Day 2020, organized by members of the African community in Ireland to address the violence and seclusion within the youth of African descendants. Continuing with themes of empathy and inclusion for the next track, "New Rules (feat. Slick Bullet)," OG The Story offers the utmost sound and wise messages within the EP's first two pieces. With songs like "I Swear," "Balance," and "Six Sides (feat. Lolo)," OG The Story goes even deeper and explains the mastering of independence and leading oneself into greatness while forming his own individual perspective on the paradox that is life. Offering a smooth male Hip-Hop version of Destiny's Child's "Independent Woman" with "Mr. Marvellous," OG The Story ends off his EP with the outro track "Sing For Them (feat. Neisha)," a powerful track that touches on themes of injustice and racism against those of African descent in Ireland. With seven powerhouse songs on his EP "Evolution By Any Means," OG The Story shines through to remind listeners of needed empathy that the world certainly lacks. What pushed you to create such a thorough EP surrounding Ireland's racial injustices with 'Evolution By Any Means'? The project tells the story of my evolution as an individual and my environment plays a significant role in this tale. It was important for me to express what I feel are the most critical elements of individual growth on the project. It turns out that these elements are similar for a lot of other people. The topic of racial misunderstanding is very relevant and I feel intentional individual evolution can help address this challenge. Was it challenging for you to write about such heavy and evident themes within your EP 'Evolution By Any Means'? It wasn't challenging to write as I find writing from real situations and emotions quite natural as long as the right music is in place. Did you have any help from other artists and creators for the making of your EP 'Evolution By Any Means'? Yup! Slick Bullet who also sound engineered the whole project blessed me with an amazing hook. New Machine from the UK did an incredible job with mastering the beats and the tracks. Neisha took 'Sing for them' to heavenly realms and Lolo put a soulful hook on 'Six Sides' which inspired the title. If there was one lyrical message that you wanted listeners to take away from your EP 'Evolution By Any Means,' what would it be? "Stay calm for the highs, stay calm for the lows.. always stay calm no matter how it goes". What can fans anticipate to hear next from you? Do you have any more releases planned before the end of 2020? I am looking forward to doing some work focused on just dropping hard-knocking bars and showing off my lyrical capabilities. I will also be doing some afrobeat and bringing in my dialect into the music. I plan to release a video for Balance before the end of 2020. instagram.com/ogthestory facebook.com/ogthestory twitter.com/ogthestory

The British/Nigerian Singer/Songwriter and Producer Dan Onkar is garnering much attention from his recent conceptual and thorough EP, "A Night Like This." Speaking on the project itself, Dan Onkar stated, "-The project is influenced by 80s West African music (like highlife, afrobeat, and disco) and R&B." Onkar attempted to merge his two different upbringings across London and Lagos into this project while not only embracing this unique merger but paying tribute to the pride he has for both homelands. Through six tracks on the EP, "A Night Like This," Dan Onkar mentioned that when creating the EP's intro track, "If I Lie," he was hit with the EP's concept surrounding an in-depth conversation with a significant other. He also stated that living in Nigeria, one continually hears the phrase 'If I lie, make water carry me go,' which translates to 'If I'm lying, I'm dying.' With reassuring and heartfelt tracks like this and "Tales By Moonlight," one is bound to feel their hearts flutter. Continuing the EP "A Night Light This" with tracks like "In The Morning," a passionate song surrounding the pleasant morning after a good night with a loved one, and "Pass," an equally passionate song regarding the height of the pandemic and not know when he would reunite with his loved ones. While closing the EP with the tracks "Spring Water" and "Want It With You," both songs highlight Dan Onkar's unhindered passion for his woman and not regretting a single aspect of their lengthy relationship. Through each heartfelt and sweet-sounding R&B, Trap, and Hip-Hop track on his EP "A Night Like This," Dan Onkar puts his pride aside and offers a beautifully conceptual project for listeners to savor. What inspired you to create an entire project surrounding your blaring passion and love for your significant other with "A Night Like This"? I think sometimes in my music in regards to love, I’ve focused on pain, regret, and loss so I felt it was important to speak about the best parts of love but ultimately to share a fun experience. Not everything that’s good, ends badly and even when it does it doesn’t mean it was never good, so it was important for me to highlight the good times, the euphoric moments. What does your EP "A Night Like This" mean to you? It’s the freedom to me, it is fun and it feels like home. It is a body of work I’ve been trying to put together for a while and it means the world to me to be able to share this with people. It signifies growth and expansion in my artistry, being able to tell stories on different tempos without losing what I think is my identity Is this the most personal and vulnerable you've ever gotten on an entire EP? Every song and story is personal for me but I wouldn’t say most vulnerable, I think Unstable (the last EP was that for me). This however was the most challenging and nerve-racking, I was super nervous to release just thinking if people would receive it how I’ve made it and I still get nervous every day but so far I am super excited with the feedback When merging London and Lagos' mindsets and sonic elements on your EP "A Night Like This," how did you sonically capture these aspects and deliver them within the project? Most importantly for me was finding the balance between both sounds and being able to deliver it as one thing. Growing up, London had a heavy Caribbean influence which you can hear in Spring Water so it was just as natural for me to make that as it was for me to make In The Morning. RnB is my first introduction to music so this is always a foundation for me. As an artist it’s important not to overthink the creation of the music, the sonics the lyrics, and sound are all things I was conscious about but never let be the driving force in my creativity I just wanted to make songs I liked with people I liked who knew what I was trying to achieve and that way I think it’s easier to get what you want naturally Is there a particular track off your EP "A Night Like This" that's your favorite and the most personal to you? My Favourite changes all the time but today it’s Tales By Moonlight. It was the first one out and the proverbial sacrificial lamb you could say What has been keeping you inspired and creative while creating new music this year? My family and friends really, it’s been a tough year for everyone, so it’s just been good to share these moments talking to them more. I was on a 5-way call with my friends when I made Pass it, I’d usually have them come to the studio in a normal year but not this year. Also, the fact I could produce the number of songs I could on this record has given me a stronger challenge to go deeper into that part of my artistry. And also the music that has been coming out this year has been amazing and so impressive from everyone just being able to sacrifice not performing all these great songs just so you could share moments with listeners. instagram.com/danonkar twitter.com/danonkar

A natural-born performer since he was a young boy growing up in Trinidad & Tobago, Caleb Hart has been taking his music across Canada and worldwide. Caleb Hart has the ability to bring something fresh, honest, and powerful every time he steps on a stage and conveys his passionate message through the tunes he creates. It’s not just about the sales, stats, and awards for this artist who has made quite the impact in his numbers and recognition throughout his career. What takes precedent is Caleb Hart’s mission to spread songs of hope and unity wherever he goes. Whether touring with a band or as a solo performer, you can count on Caleb Hart’s ability to bring the audience together for the show and beyond. No matter how many changes the music industry experiences, the one thing that always remains, is the power of a passionate performance, and Caleb Hart can give you exactly that. With his latest single "We Will Rise," there is no exception to what we're used to with this talented up and comer and you can hear it for yourself. Leading into this striking composition, the tropical, rhythmic drums of “We Will Rise,” practically explode on impact. The soul-filled instrumentation has you swaying from side to side as you are submerged in the warm embrace of Caleb Hart’s vocals singing the passion-driven reverberated sounds that convey meaning. Transporting us into a deep reminder, Caleb Hart drives home facts that in this generation that is zoned into short attention spans and illusions, it is our time to rise and be the best versions of ourselves as we continue to lift one another up. That means even when we’re feeling at our lowest points. Caleb Hart’s delivery switches between the delicate yet empowering vocalization of his singing talents to dabbling into his emcee like cadences when supplying us with his lyrical skills drenched in witty quips. This presents his artistic versatility on a silver platter and we want seconds. The profound and lively guitar solo provides a perfectly timed musical break as we take in all that is “We Will Rise.” We can only imagine how powerful a live performance would be with Caleb Hart rocking solo or with a band to back his vocals. We’re thrilled to add this record to our queue and patiently wait for what’s next with this promising artist. Congratulations on the release of “We Will Rise.” We could feel the soul immersing through the speakers with this record. We would love to know, what inspired you to write “We Will Rise?" Bless’ed love! I’m elated to hear that you can feel the #IslandSoul vibes. The inspiration for this tune came from flashback memories of my final performances before Covid-19 hit. Emotions and realities have hit hard this year and as much as it has affected my career and life immensely, I can’t just sit back and take ‘defeat’. So I wanted to encourage the fam and world that no matter what’s going on... we will rise. You mentioned that live performances are a huge staple for you. Do you have a preference as to whether you perform with a band or on your own? Could you please take us into what the vibes are like for both experiences? There is a reason it’s called “Live”. I don’t think I have a preference per se. They are truly two completely different experiences for myself and the listeners. The band vibes are electrifying, full of insanely talented beings, and cause for getting lost in the goodness that is live music. The solo experience is more about being found in goodness. It draws you into a one on one connection, as though there are only two persons in the room. It brings hope and from what I’ve been told, a lot of goosebumps. What did the studio session look like when recording “We Will Rise”? We can only imagine how smooth the ambiance was My guitarist from ‘The Royal Youths’ Rhett actually created the riddim (instrumental). He’s one of those freaks of nature that can do any and everything but is also somehow an extremely humble and phenomenal human being. This song’s music embodies Rhett, so when I walked into the studio to work on this song. It was a no brainer that it would just flow. I’m pretty sure he came up with the title ‘We Will Rise’ as well. He basically handed me the tune on a delicious platter so all I had to do was write lyrics based around the theme and of course, put my voice to it. What themes and messages would you like your listeners to take away from “We Will Rise”? Honestly, take heed to everything I said in the tune. The chorus speaks for itself but each verse is also written specifically for different types of persons experiencing this crazy life in different ways. Shine your light. Not a little light but a big one. Even when things seem dark. The only way to eradicate darkness is by having light present. What has been keeping you inspired while creating new music this year Caleb? I’m not gonna lie. I haven’t been very inspired. 59 canceled shows, tens of thousands of dollars of potential income stripped away, and being forced into working a construction job (a Caribbean buoy in Canada mind you)... it’s been extremely difficult. I’ve done what I can to continue to take care of my two-year-old daughter and try to be the best partner and friend that I can during this time. As per usual, my music follows a very specific ‘theme’... hope. That’s always the scarlet chord... hope, no matter what. facebook.com/iamcalebhart instagram.com/iamcalebhart

Born and raised in Southwest Atlanta, Georgia, Hip-Hop artist, S1K is keeping his bars in check and his energy levels on one hundred. Dontae Snow, affectionately known as, S1K has a story to tell as he grew up living on the streets of Campbellton Road and Cleveland Avenue. Paying his dues in Atlanta, S1K was surrounded by drugs, money, and violence; all experiences in which he has now taken and put towards the music he creates to this day. A real come up story, S1K went from struggling in life to finding success on his own terms. Teaming up with Fleezy, S1K delivers his latest collaborative record, “No Mercy.” Giving his listeners the true historical Atlanta swag that is authentic and relatable. “No Mercy,” opens up with a slow tempo accompanied by the ominous playing of a piano that has us anticipating the moment S1K explodes on the track at full force. The bassline comes in acting as a solid foundation for the deep and hard-hitting lyrics that S1K exudes. Starting with the memorable hook, S1K repeats the title numerous times as it embeds in your mind as you sway from side to side. Sending out expressions of showing no mercy to the ones who don’t want to stick around for the journey, S1K uses this record to deliver the message as he also recognizes the ones in his life who are the ride or dies. Between the power in his intricate lyricism, and the way S1K can ride the beat effortlessly, this track exudes that confidence that we all know and love from this artist. Coming in on the second verse is Hip-hop artist Fleezy, adding his own zest to S1K’s track. The two complement each other on this collaboration as they both bring something larger than life to the table in the energy they put forth in “No Mercy.” From the start of the record to the very end, we turned the volume way up so we could let “No Mercy,” take off. Both you and Fleezy have a great dynamic on this track. Could you please tell us how this collaboration came to be? Well thank you, and to say it all happens naturally, Me, Spec 2 Dope, Fleezy were all in my cousin's studio that he just bought and we were freestyling on random beats and he played that one I hoped on first and then the hook and he did the second version and it was based off how I was feeling at the moment. What events inspired you to create “No Mercy?" It was inspired by a past clique that I was in when I grew up on Cleveland Avenue, in Atlanta. How important is it for you to talk about your real-life experiences in the music you put out? It almost feels like a relief because when you're in the dark and you just hear a beat that naturally clicks and the kind of person I am, I can’t lie about my life, one thing I learned when I grew up is always being true to yourself and a lot of people know and there is nobody can say I’m not who I am. I had good times and a lot of bad times but I had both mom and dad in my life but they can’t control the kind of neighborhood you grew up in, even if it’s not worse than how they lived. What would you like your listeners to take away from this record? I would tell them to relate to me feel my pain feel my joy and if you don’t relate to me feel my energy. Listen to every word bar for bar and just vibe with me! And understand, at the end of the day, love yourself and who you are, don’t ever let anyone change you. Do you have any other releases lined up before the end of 2020? Plenty more. I have a mixtape I'm dropping next month. This will be my 3rd mixtape called 'Tango & Cash,' with a friend of mine from New York. He is a producer and artist and he produced and mixed my whole tape, which took a year to create this project, but hey we got it done and it will be a classic. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Coming in hot from Brooklyn, New York, the renowned Producer, and Singer/Songwriter Tambu-christel takes us on a sultry ride with her soulful singles, "Do It Right," and "Preach." Being a former vocal student of none other than the legendary Willie Norwood, Tambu-christel's talent has been molded to satisfy the sonic cravings of listeners. Having begun her career in 2009 as an X-Factor (UK) contestant, Tambu-christel has shown incredible ambition towards her profession since her debut a decade ago. Through her well-known hits, "Do It Right" and "Preach," Tambu-christel offers listeners two sweet R&B tunes that portray her desire for someone special. Through "Do It Right," Tambu-Christel serenades us over smooth and modern production while singing of someone she misses dearly. Coming through with a sultry and sensual piece with "Preach," Tambu-christel offers listeners more of a nostalgic R&B/Soul song through the blend of organic/electronic instrumentals. Still managing to come through with desirous and playful lyricism and immense passion, Tambu-christel takes us on a blissful journey through the past and present of R&B. Listening to "Do It Right," the song opens with softly distorted synths and the warm drop of a down-tempo R&B beat accompanied by Tambu-christel's magnetic vocals. While singing about doing someone right and wanting to share their love again, Tambu-christel offers a heavily intriguing vocal performance through her raw talent and natural desire. The supporting production offers highly modern sonic elements through synthetic drum breaks, filtered rim-hits, and droning synths. Giving listeners a dose of passion and soul with this fresh single, we love how Tambu-christel molded this piece to offer a vast sense of infatuation. Continuing this infatuated theme with the next track, "Preach," the song begins with smooth R&B keys, warm shakers, and organic percussion patterns that offer a bluesy atmosphere. As Tambu-christel makes her vocal appearance, she starts singing of wanting to connect with someone she desires and express their passion intimately. Truly a beautiful song, as Tambu-christel layers her angelic vocals to offer a beam of light with each melody she sings accompanied by the nostalgic and warm instrumentals. Ending the song with Tambu-christel's captivating vocals, she gives listeners a powerful sense of passion through this smooth single. Through two mesmerizing and desirous singles, Tambu-christel has shown vast talent towards her songwriting and musical craft with "Do It Right" and "Preach." Both singles allow listeners to submerge themselves in the sultry and chilling stylings of Tambu-christel. We love the raw passion and desire you've delivered with both of your singles, "Do It Right" and "Preach." Seeing as these songs were created ten years apart, did you have the same inspiration for both the tracks? No. My inspiration for Preach was the idea of loving someone so much but understanding it's time to let go therefore telling that person that we should celebrate each other in intimacy the right way before it all ends. I don’t recall ever going through that at the time but I remember writing that song based on that emotion and the instrumental gave me the right vibe for it at the time. Since then, ten years later, I’ve married and divorced twice. I gave birth to four children and my knowledge of love and life made me passionate about celebrating love with the experience. Loving the creation of a baby with a loved one. Celebrating caring for one another vs finessing people. Embracing admiration for a significant other vs pride and manipulation. I hope that’s what people receive from songs like this from me. Speaking on your song "Do It Right," you've infused this single with modern and smooth R&B production. How did you craft the sonics to offer a sensual and desirous atmosphere that compliments your lyrics? I grew up to artists like Brandy, Aaliyah, Toni Braxton, Boyz II Men, R Kelly, and babyface as well as many others so 1994 onwards was my era musically so I have that vibe inside of me. As for my lyrical contents, I take pride in being a great poet/songwriter and I love to put smoothness in words that flow with our mind. Something poetic to sing to that makes you think that the entire song was written in ways people don’t write anymore. I want people to fly in amazing directions emotionally. I’d like to believe it makes me unique. Regarding your single "Preach," we can hear more of a nostalgic R&B/Blues/Soul sound through the organic instrumentals. What changes have you made to your sonic creative process since the release of this single? I honestly don’t think I’ve changed that much in that regard. I’ve been introduced to new producers but I chose those who reflected who I am. That’s the beauty of musical independence. You can be authentic to who you are and no one but you will change or manipulate that. My style of old school RnB to Mary J blige (because she sings to hip hop beats). There’s a lot of hip-hop influence to my music which you’ll get to know when hearing my debut album. I’m a soulful artist with loving messages overall. Within both of your singles "Do It Right" and "Preach," you offer the same passionate and sultry lyrical theme. Would you say that most of your songs are inspired by love and passion? How do you execute this within your songwriting process? I love love. I’m definitely a lover of love. Even when I’m heartbroken I hold on to the idea that one day I’ll find the love I know exists within myself. I was raised in love (not struggle) so I see love everywhere. Even doing this interview with you now feels like so much love. I’ll write a ding about it right after that I may name “Love Through Words!” With five singles released stemming back to 2010, are listeners able to hear your artistic growth through your songs? How would you say your music and sound has changed over the years? Yes, my finances changed so the contents grew. I’m an independent artist so many die down due to the lack of funds that are needed to record and promote! Many many talents just don’t have the money to work on their craft then release it the right way!! That’s unfortunately a fact. I gave up twice before for that reason!!! Now, I’m hoping that this last shot will be the right one so I’m giving it everything I got from production to exposure to give it the best chances of success. Supporters also notice that I am coming as a grown woman now with way more life experiences than before. The little girl that I was. Young, naive, and new with life and adulthood. Again, I’ve been married. I’ve had children. I traveled the world. I have a degree in business management now and experience in the music business and business consultancy so my knowledge in business is different. The way I portray myself is different. My choice in collaboration definitely differ. I think my business and brand inspire them. All this transpires in my sound and looks this time around. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

This San Francisco homebody's third-coming album utilizes spirited orchestrations of strings and enchanting melodies, escorting us into the Odysseys of The Water Is Wide. The third approaching solo album from Kate Magdalena, the San Francisco based Americana and Folk amalgamating songstress lands healthy in our hearts with a serene grace and eloquent uplifting form. The Water Is Wide is a ten-track album with a carefully nurtured atmosphere in which Kate's complex realms of authenticity and passion exist co-dependently; with each second of exposure granting the opportunity to melt away from the constant noise of the everyday. The more anthem folk-heavy territory of preceding albums, like A Large Dance, has not entirely been overlooked here, but something distinctly uncluttered and more prevalent is found in The Water Is Wide. Aided by her enveloping orchestrations, she embellishes her numbers with cohesive elements of acoustics from strings and flutes, to harps and shakers. Now and then, there are earthy drums and percussion supporting the flow of tempo rather than micro-managing it. Here, her luminescent cantor always stays clear: it all feels carefree, unraveling, and spiritual. And like a book, this album reads like an Odyssey. Substantial segments of this album are nearly overpoweringly gorgeous. On "Shores of Avalon" and "The Water Is Wide," the toplines cascade down like a waterfall—gradually, and then all at once, with a wholesome and cozy texture. These are angelic, mantra reminiscent folk songs left to their own devices amongst the neverending pastures of Kate Magdalena's musical sanctuary. Certain numbers are more robust and spritely than others. "Maui," a playful, enchanting, piano-lathed contemporary venture with spotlights shared between bright mandoline sounding strings and the modern piano, which firmly embodies the edges of this mix. On a road-map that guides us through the crossroads of this record, where the most insignificant detours matter—both lyrically and musically—Kate demonstrates an in tune connection with her refined emotional exuberance. On "Sea Fever," she remembers the ocean with a nostalgic temper, "I must go down to the seas again...and all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer by." On the cover "Down Town," the distant rattle and clamor of the streets somehow entreat this dancing canzone's vigorous nature with a New-York City evocative spirit. Many tracks shift and develop a tender, endearing quality via the singing cellos as they sanction a play date amongst the instrumentational brewings of these songs. "Clothe of Heaven," is a notable venture, where the instrumental orchestrations act like the dots for the lines to unite as this spiritual hymn churn deep into our cores. On "I Know Heartbreak"—an Everlong country-bluesy suggestive tune reminiscent of some of the most popular contenders on the radio—vulnerability is dismantled, as Kate Magdalena confers a more boots and strap approach to corralling the reminders of heartbreak. Looking at it as a whole, there is little left for wanting in Kate Magdalena's The Water Is Wide, coupled with the fact that her resounding productions thrive in more ways than one. On the album highlight "The Waking," Magdalena sings with an introspective tinge, "What falls away, is always and is near, I learn by going where I have to go," while the harmonies of her supporting male lead synergize with her fastidious tone flawlessly. This track's sublime atmosphere serves as a reminder of the overflowing quality found within this album and the meticulous effort placed into curating its flow. On "Back Story," the outline of a nation's tribulations and suffering developed through the notion that there is a backstory to every story. As Kate's voice swells with a revealing fervor, she sings, "So tell it like it is, for the story is yours to live... don't let stories take you from your friends," warning about propaganda unwanted and damaging effects. Next, "Shores of Avalon" clarifies the peace and tranquillity we can find in life, which is reflective of how this album makes us feel whole. Raw and earthy embrace stamps many of these songs with their unique texture while Kate's vocals cut through: "The gardens they will braid your hair with violets and rosemary," she sings, as the rustic acoustic guitar and soft ringing pads slice through our inner barriers. "Feel the wind upon your face as we cross the stormy sea," she swoons. It's a full serving of upliftment and spectacle, as we converge and meander the pages of Magdalena's catalog, and as this year reaches its ending summer moons, one thing remains clear and consistent—the warmth and devotion Kate has for music are unmatched. The Water Is Wide succeeds in categories Magdalena's peers just haven't tapped into fully. In matters pertaining to the universal resonance of spirit, authenticity, and hope, you'll seldom find the same ease in its deliverance as Kate Magdalena presents here. On paper, Magdalena reads like a folk-pop artist (Kate calls her free-form genre "Timely Americana,"), but in operation, it sounds like a bolstering conquest—glowing lovingly with an unapologetic brightness. Listen to The Water Is Wide here. katemagdalena.com