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The Los Angeles-based Singer/Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist Tiger Kid releases a spooky rendition of Ghost's "Square Hammer" with an equally thrilling music video. One can easily recognize the likes of Tiger Kid, as the LA native is always seeking new and exciting ways to capture his audience's attention. Speaking on his recent cover and music video for Ghost's "Square Hammer," Tiger Kid had quite an interesting statement regarding the creation of the video. "I wanted to do a take on those traditional YouTube cover videos where one guy plays in different boxes...I thought it would be funny if, at the chorus, it transitioned over to me being basically possessed," states Tiger Kid. Channeling his comedic and creative side with the video, he captures rather conceptual shots that strike a glance and a laugh. The music video for Tiger Kid's cover of "Square Hammer" begins with six separate boxes capturing Tiger Kid and a different instrument. As he begins to put his own spin on Ghost's classic hit, we can notice that he's formulated his rendition to offer more of an acoustic tone rather than the original song's sweltering rock instrumentals. As the chorus approaches, there's a sweet visual transition where Tiger Kid is dressed in different spooky costumes and makeup. Not to mention Tiger Kid completely obliterating someone off-camera with a mallet, we can feel the comedic genius shine right through in this video. We love the humorous concepts that Tiger Kid has infused into the music video for his acoustic cover of Ghost's "Square Hammer," as he allows listeners to lock themselves in to watch how the spooky experience will play out. What initially drew you to the original song "Square Hammer" by Ghost, and why did you feel the need to create a cover? I first heard Ghost on Sirius/XM years ago when they were playing “Ritual”, and it immediately hooked me. I saw them live not long after when they opened for Mastodon and Opeth at the Riv in Chicago. 2012, I believe. I was blown away by their marriage of over-the-top theatrics and almost 70s style Hard Rock, and knew that I needed to do a cover of one of their tracks at some point. Their style of Rock is really catchy but pretty straightforward and lends itself well to different twists and adaptations. I personally always wanted to see what it’d sound like if you stripped the instruments down and put a bit more focus on the vocals. Now, over eight years later, I was able to do the exact kind of cover that I wanted all those years ago, partly because of being able to pick amongst all the great music Ghost has continued to write, but also because of the nature of my solo project, Tiger Kid. It’s always nice not having to ask for permission. Correct us if we're wrong, but we can't help but hear that within your cover of "Square Hammer," you put more of an acoustic spin on it. Why did you want to bring a lighter aspect to the single instead of recording heated Rock instrumentals similar to the original? I’ve always felt that if you’re going to do a cover of a well-known song, there has to be something unique going on, and some reason for people to want to listen to your version. For me, I really wanted to play up what I felt to be the moody nature of the song and chord progression, but bring in some interesting instrumentations. The inclusion of church organs, bells, theremin, and even wolf howls set the scene, and the acoustic guitar brings a raw, somewhat “medieval” feel to the piece. I also threw some emphasis on that “medieval” vibe by including a drone note over the verse progression, as it adds almost a “foreboding” tone, further setting the mood. “Square Hammer” is an absolute banger of a track, but when you strip it down, it’s a melodically creepy song in Dm. I really wanted to play that up. Speaking on the highly comedic and conceptual music video for "Square Hammer," how did you come up with the video's concept surrounding a haunting and eerie scenario? I actually had the concept of the video in my head for months before finding a way to bring it to life. I envisioned it starting like any normal YouTube cover video, with one person in multiple video boxes, playing all their instruments solo. I’ve always been a fan of those sorts of videos, as I love watching musicians actually perform, but I also wanted to use this expectation to hide the video’s real concept. Once the chorus hits and the change-over occurs, you realize that this is something else entirely. I also wanted there to be a strong rewatchability factor to the video, so I tried to give each character his own personality worth watching again in its entirety. Coming out of the chorus is where we injected some humor, as all the characters react in different ways to what just happened to them. In my mind, they’re still normal YouTube characters trying to record a standard YouTube cover video, but they keep getting possessed by the nature of the song. Some obviously against their wills. The dude in the top right box is the exception though, as he seems to be enjoying himself the most. Did you have any help regarding your music video for "Square Hammer"? What was the shoot like behind the scenes, especially with your makeup and costumes? This was pretty much as basic and stripped-down as music videos go. It was recorded at Clear Lake Studios, in Burbank, CA, by the highly talented Oliver DeFillipo, who served as director, cameraman, gaffer, and makeup artist. He’s pretty amazing. We shot it in the room of my insanely talented engineer, co-producer, and Tiger Kid collaborator, Bert Selen, who also volunteered his arm to be beaten into the ground by a wooden mallet in the second verse. I slowly assembled the costumes over about a month, as I wanted to get as close to the band’s look without having to custom make anything. Also, despite the fact that Tobias wears a mask for all of his Ghost “Papa Emeritus” characters, that didn’t exactly fit into our borderline-nonexistent budget. Lucky for me, Oliver is quite the amazing makeup artist on top of everything else, and he was able to recreate the look almost identically. It was all shot on one camera over the course of a day, using many unique lighting tricks, especially for the Chorus parts. It was a ton of fun, mainly improv, and almost an exact match to what I initially had inside of my head. That’s a rare occurrence. What can listeners anticipate to hear next from you? I have a new self-titled EP that was just released, and we have a music video for the lead single “Ever On” that will be dropping within the next month. It was directed by Oliver DeFilippo as well, but this was a bit more involved in a shoot. It had an actual crew, makeup artist, body doubles, and an amazing set. The video is still being edited, but from what I’ve seen so far, it’s going to be something special. In the meantime, I have music on my site, TigerKid.net, lyric videos up on YouTube, and music that can be streamed on Spotify, Alexa, and pretty much any other streaming service. instagram.com/tigerkidofficial facebook.com/TigerKidMusic

Bay Area rappers speak their own language and Chippass is absolutely no exception with his own flavor to his panache best described as Yang Style. Oakland Hip-hop traditionally relies on wordplay, mic skills, and bars and it always will embrace these roots of the genre. Chippass proudly upholds these three hometown tenants in the melodies that he creates. He punctuates vivid verses with clever quips, unpredictable rhyme schemes, and hard-hitting hooks that practically explode on impact. He prides himself on not following the trends, but rather sticking to content that he can strongly represent with his keen sense of wit. Chippass allows numerous elements to inspire the way he creates and that doesn’t always mean musical roots, as one who is influenced by the books he reads, battle rap, cinema, and sports, he uses these muses to write about what he observes. “Bluitt,” has a hard-hitting tone set from the jump with Chippass speaking his words of wisdom to get a message across. The soft instrumentation, in the beginning, allows the words he passionately speaks to be driven home. It also creates quite the anticipation as to which direction the record will take as we progress through “Bluitt.” Just like that the up-tempo composition creates a strong supporting foundation for the powerful punctuation in his verses dressed with crafty one-liners. The communication in his vocalization expresses his story about the hand he was dealt in life. Throughout his well-scripted lyrics, he lets listeners know that he will do everything to rewrite his story, no matter what it takes Chippass displays erratic rhyme schemes and hard-hitting facts that practically explode on impact. You can’t help but be overcome with confidence while listening to “Bluitt.” A sudden surge of energy takes over you and you immediately want to drop what you’re doing and go out to achieve all of your goals and aspirations. This emcee is recognized for the force behind his work ethic and his loyalty to the code of honor. It is no wonder that the words of “Be real,” and “Respect Yourself,” he lives by shines in his music with each word penned. Hello Chippass, welcome to BuzzMusic, and congratulations on the release of, “Bluitt.” The power in your delivery is truly impressive. We would love to know; what did the recording session looks like when creating this track? It was kind of a deep-thinking type of vibe at the time because it was a lot on my mind things going on .. so my delivery was aggressive more for me to get it out the right way a beat was perfect for what I was talking about.. s/o music philosophy. What does a song of this caliber mean to you personally as an artist and as an individual? It means a lot for me as an artist to paint the picture with the beat that was selected and as an individual, it meant kind of more because I was venting about the things I was going through but at the same time kept in. What is the theme and tone that you would like listeners to take away from “Bluitt?" Bluitt is my last name so what I want ppl to get is to always hold it down and never fold. Your name is really all u have. Take care of responsibilities and follow the rules. What does your creative process normally look like when you work on your creative pieces? A lot of cannabis and like 3 or 4 people and the music. I’m real chill and laid back not too much going on just vibing a talking to come up with concepts and ideas or I just go off what I’m feeling or been feeling. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? I’m always self-motivated a doing things to keep me going so 20/20 wasn’t really bad to me I did a lot of great things an went through things I been going through so it evened out but as far as music I slowed down a little to gather more information the other things to talk about but it’s been ok. Rip to everyone we lost this year as well tho. Prayers. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Multi-talented Gangalee bends genres fluently in her bold single, “Follow Me Now,” off of her album, “La Esmerelda.” Born in The Bronx, New York, the birthplace of Hip-hop, GangaLee received her first hands-on lesson in the realm of rapping and battling when she received several opportunities to make her introduction on the scene and rhyme on mixtapes for DJ Doo Wop. Currently reigning from Tampa, Florida, Gangalee has not let her foot off the gas, as she fuels the fire in her to create music and stay in the arts industry as a creative. She has established her own rapidly growing indie record label titled, DOE Records, as well as hosts the weekly podcast, “She Can Talk” which streams everywhere podcasts are available. It doesn’t stop there, she is still dedicated to creating great music of her own as Gangalee carries a warm embrace that she aims at shedding light on other artists in the industry by creating platforms and opportunities for them to shine their artistic versatility as they show promise as talented up and comers. “Follow Me Now,” entices you with the ambiance of the up-tempo rhythm that surges through your headphones. The instrumentation transports you to a futuristic utopia where Hip-hop meets Funk meets Reggae with a modern edge. Gangalee displays her sultry confidence in a manner that you can feel through the sound waves. With each word vocalized she sprinkles her own flair to the top quality record you hear and love. Gangalee is depicting a story of what makes her who she is. If you’re along for the ride, you better move quickly and follow her now, before it’s too late. The captivating hook, “Come follow me now, right now,” dances in your mind as you effortlessly move to the rhythm in both Gangalee’s performance as well as the way the composition fits with the vocals gracefully. Her emcee like delivery has a zest that only she can hold as the tonal distinction she puts forth has a melodic essence in the components displayed. As Gangalee brings an abundance to the table, it is very easy to hear that fearlessness is one of those traits. “Follow Me Now,” has us following her every move as she makes her way up in the music industry. Congratulations on the release of “Follow Me Now.” This song carries so many components in terms of artistic styles. We would love to know; what did your creative process look like when creating this record? The creative process used when making "Follow Me Now" was interesting. My producer Colossal TV was in the studio making the beat and I came in and instantly started singing the hook "Come Follow Me Now". He stopped and said "I like that!" so the hook was pretty easy, however, I wanted to expand on the hook, We know in this social media age that is a very often used phrase "Follow Me on Twitter.. etc" or something like that. But I did not want to stick to the obvious, the hook is really a phrase old school dancehall Jamaican artists would say to the band or the DJ to cue them to follow their lead. So that is where the hook came from, then I said l wanted to take my audience on a musical journey through my mind and life. So in the first verse, I touch on present-day things that I do like like living a quiet life, recording music all day, and working on making a name for myself. In the second verse, I take it back to my childhood in the Bronx and share some insights into my youth on the second verse.  In the third verse, I try to leave the audience with some jewels I used to navigate my life, and perhaps someone listening can apply the nuggets I shared with their life and growth.  Creating this song was not a one-take recording session because I wanted to make sure I conveyed my message in an impactful way.  What made you decide to make “Follow Me Now,” the single off of your album? I can say as the year went on, ( and what a year it has been!) I decided this song had the most relatable message. So many are going through loss, struggles, and trying to overcome them,  while others may want to make a change and just may not know where to start. In the past I was on both ends of this spectrum and music has been my biggest therapist during those times, both creating and listening to music. So I believe in paying it forward, if music helps me through some tough times I want to create music to help others through tough times and then be the soundtrack to their celebration when they overcome. So with that being said, I chose "Follow Me Now" because I felt somebody needed to hear it and  I want them to know by just releasing their fears and letting go things will change for the better.  What does a record like this mean to you as an artist and an individual? This is a very personal and introspective record for me. I literally shed my skin and share some of my fears, and struggles with this song. That is something I tried to avoid in the past however as I embrace the new me, I am learning to appreciate songs where I am truly honest, no gimmick, no tall tales, no fake beef, just raw emotion. I want music to go back to a fun time where we can let our hair down be creative and not be judged for being different.  What message would you like listeners to take away from “Follow Me Now”? I want them to know we all have a story, we all felt like we were being overlooked at one point, but that should not discourage you from pursuing your dreams, and follow your dreams into the moonlight, meaning aim as high as you want! What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? My family for sure! Also, the ability to be creative on a more consistent basis has truly inspired me to challenge myself. I will say seeing so many creative people around the world put out awesome content on a daily basis has also inspired me to contribute my art as well as to continue to create relatable music. doerecords.com instagam.com/GangaleeMC facebook.com/TheRealGangalee

Born and raised on a farm in Florida, charismatic Singer/Songwriter Kris Angelis is gathering worldwide attention with her music. Angelis has had numerous successes climbing the Americana radio charts and SiriusXM, as well as being on the first-round ballot for the Grammy Awards, making her an artist to be on the lookout for. Known for her fusion of Folk, Pop, and Americana music Angelis has a gift for creating sonic portraits that captivate and draw listeners to her musical masterpieces. Angelis latest release is a much-needed Christmas track featuring Abe Abraham. In “Maybe Let’s Not Do Christmas This Year,” Angelis is focusing on all of the troubles and events that have gone wrong in 2020; this song zones in on wanting to avoid the hardest time of all which for some is the holiday season. In this track, Angelis offers listeners a wistful, and relatable track while making her way to the top. When asked in an interview with BuzzMusic she explains the inspiration behind the track was because the holidays are a tough and lonely time especially this year, she said “I don't know if my heart could take it. Let's just skip right to the new year" Kris Angelis’s vulnerable and relatable lyrics comfort listeners to know that they are not alone in these feelings. Learn more about her music here. Instagram Website

Since 2013 the Canada-based songster, Vaxxo, has been taking names and pulling on heart-strings with his finespun, hallmarked, and absolutely scintillating rock 'n' roll sound. It's the sort of aural amalgamation that only comes around after a decade's worth of studying the minutiae of rock music; and how it made countless listeners want to trade-in their modish button-downs and polite demeanors for a slim-fitting leather jacket and some fist-gesturing temperaments. Influenced by the man who manifested the extra-planetary martian, "Ziggy Stardust," and with an innate ability to super-charge the atmospheres from which he performs, this Portuguese-bred rockstar takes his hot-red microphone, a manifold of scintillating guitars, and a dose of Elvis Presley inspired mannerisms, to create an unforgettable experience on, "Is This Love." It's his latest stratagem for total musical dominance in the realms of rock, and with it, Vaxxo cultivates the ultra-studied sonic formula for a complete transformation of what you thought you knew about electro-rock. The latest single comes appended with a music video that lets audiences experience the sort of hot-blooded, neon-tinged, super-amplified vehemence budding icon has been manifesting for years now. Opening with a combination of gritty synths and heavy-riffing electric guitars, this track swings it's first punches like it's never lost a fight, waving around a robust rhythm with the drums, a magnetic riff from the lead-guitar and a plethora of subtly-distorted and bolstering amps to make the experience that much more immersive. When the verse comes arrives, shifting-down the gears into a speed more suited for sweet-talking, fans are met with a salubrious bassline that colludes with its rhythmic kin, who smashes over the tom-toms and cymbals like an industrious and rowdy rule-breaker. Then, Vaxxo comes in nonchalant but confident, decrying the feeling most woman might feel after their first encounter with a womanizer ("men control you, men will fight you, men will burn you to the ground, men besieged you, men will teach you, men will turn you upside down,") but next, with only a moment's notice, and a short pause, the songster erupts into an anthemic roar that pays homage to the rock legends of the 90s. The band bolsters Vaxxo from behind as he hoists the fiery discussion within his rousing masterpiece to a higher plain, where he arises with an intoxicating intensity in his voice to inject some confidence into the steps of listeners: "hey you, rise again, your weapon only love, hey you, rise again, fighting for the things they say!" The entire sonic endeavor comes festooned with a visual that helps aggrandize the immense feeling "Is This Love" gives you. Established through scenes cut between a plethora of exciting and eclectic characters that strut through a world painted with an unmistakable hue of red, Vaxxo's attention to visual artistry is just as pristine as his attentiveness to the beat. It's a theme that stays present throughout the electrified rock 'n' roll phenomenon, and as Vaxxo appears—planted firmly on what looks like a mountain top, with the suns rays coloring his backdrop an extraordinary shade of orange—the Portuguese rocker takes governance over his unmistakable and uniquely red-colored microphone, like a frontman who's seen his days of selling out stadiums. While he sings, and the camera travels from a desert-scape to scenes of night-time meanderings in a vibed-out studio for a performance shot that makes it feel like the souls of rock's greatest have undergone metempsychosis via the body of Vaxxo; exercising the cornerstones of icons like Elvis, Bono, and Bowie, and reimagining them in a trade-mark, ultra-intensified, and super-charged way. Can you run us through how the production of "Is This Love" went? What key steps led you to the electro-rock aesthetic that "Is This Love," and it's music video present with?  It all started in 2015 when I was writing the songs for the new EP and I had the idea to write a song about how love can be tricky at times and that’s how “Is This Love” came to be. My idea was to create songs that had a little bit of all my influences like rock music, pop-rock, and a little electronic and that’s when I got together with my producer Ben Pelchat to start putting all these keys into place. I always knew that there was something special about this track and I wanted to transfer that into the power of a video so that the fans could better understand what “Is This Love” is was all about. I was also lucky enough to work with Vira Solovyova and Oleksandr Chuiko, who came up with this great concept for the video and that was the ‘cherry on top’ as they say. When thinking back to the vocal performance you've captured on "Is This Love" and the emotions you need to channel into, what comes to mind as the most prominent? Does this emotion differ from the ones you centered-on for the music video? Looking at this track now and looking back at the time that I was in In-studio cutting the vocals, I think the most prominent emotion was anger and the urge of wanting to get out of it without hurting anybody. These were different times but I feel that when the fans watch the video they can feel a bit of that emotion and that was our goal, to keep that anger on top of all the other emotions. What inspired the narrative behind "Is This Love"? Is this something you have experience in your own personal life? Why did you feel like this was an important message to present to fans right now?  All of the songs in the EP are about me and my experiences in life. “Is This Love” happens to be a song that was inspired by what I was going through at the time and all the things happening in the world at that moment, a feeling that you give but you never get the same love in return. I felt that it was important to pass this message to the fans and show them that you can be drowning in quicksand but if you raise your arms and fight for your life there’s always a chance of surviving. And that’s what this track is all about. If you could give us a few words that would act as the prologue for the experience you set-out for fans can on "Is This Love," what would you feel the need to say, and why?  “Is This Love “ is more than a song. It’s a story of love, pain, and freedom. It shows that it doesn’t matter how hard life can get, there’s always a way out. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? 2020 has been an atypical year and it’s really hard to keep your focus on one thing while knowing that the world is going through a change right now. I think that’s what has been keeping me inspired this year and gave me a chance to write about ten songs already for my next album. instagram.com/Vaxxofficial facebook.com/VAXXOFFICIAL vaxxosound.com twitter.com/vaxxosound

Coming in from Yonkers, NY, the Artist, and Rapper King DaV releases a vibe of the times with his recent hit, "In My Dreams (Vibes)," off his album, 'Coronation.' Thanking his friends and mentors for introducing him to the rap game, King DaV now uses songwriting as an emotional outlet while telling tales that reflect his life experiences. As his passion for the craft grew, so did his talent, landing King DaV amid the music industry's storm. Through his recent hit, "In My Dreams (Vibes)," King DaV sets sail into the sweet tune with his melodic vocals and textured bars, offering positivity and confidence on a silver platter. With the song's natural warmth through the bouncy Hip-Hop/Trap production, we love the organic and authentic spin that King DaV executes within this piece. "In My Dreams (Vibes)" begins with filtered keys, offering the track bright and luscious elements from the jump. As King DaV makes his vocal appearance, he begins to deliver sweet melodies while singing of someone he has his eyes on. Continuing further into the bright and bouncy track, the song's production offers heightened vibes through each intricately arranged aspect that screams modern-day Hip-Hop. While King DaV goes back and forth from his melodic vocals to his rhythmic bars, we're highly impressed with the depth he's brought to this track, as his delivery is truly dynamic and versatile. Ending the song with the ever so catchy hook, King DaV has blown us away with his single "In My Dreams (Vibes)," as he basks in all the glory and positivity that the world needs these days. Listen to the full album, 'Coronation,' here. What inspired you to create your single "In My Dreams (Vibes)," surrounding the utmost positivity and confidence? The song "In My Dreams" stemmed from classic inspiration. I was at a point musically where I wanted to make catchier music. Something that listeners can vibe to and feel good when they hear it. I was so happy to finally make something like that. Also, something with a chorus was on the list of things I wanted to do musically as well. What can I say? The King aims to please Was there a certain lyrical message behind "In My Dreams (Vibes)" that you wanted listeners to take away? What was your songwriting process like? There wasn't really a huge message. I love to take those who listen to my work on a journey or tell an entertaining and well-told story. In this case, the story is when you see a girl at the party or function and the chase is on. Time to spit game to her. My creative process is very simple when making songs like this. Every beat lays a base for a story to be told. My process is listening for it and once I feel there's something there that I can relate to, I start writing. That's all there is to it. I love being creative in this way. Did you produce the beat for your single "In My Dreams (Vibes)," or did you have help from an outside creator when executing your sonic vision for the track? I did not produce the beat. I usually lease my beats or buy them. Some say I should learn how to make my own. Maybe someday I'll learn. But until then, I don't mind contributing to beatmakers. That's how we all eat in this game. I want to build a kingdom for myself and those who I wish to bring with me. It's always good to have a team around you. That's how success is done! That's how magic is made! Seeing as "In My Dreams (Vibes)" is off your recent album 'Coronation,' how does the single tie in with the entire project? Was there a particular concept within the album that the single touches on? The album Coronation tells a story from beginning to end if you listen carefully. You have the beginning track which tells the story of the day of the official Coronation. Where I, King DaV, tell the people about me and what they're in for with me. The kind of style and persona I'm trying to convey to the world of a king who is proud. Then comes the after-party (track 2), the settling in phase (track 3), the queen search (track 4), the heartbreak (track 5), the change of heart and mind (track 6), the other side, (track 7), and finally, the reintroduction (track 8). All of it ties together and tells a story of the journey of King DaV and how he came to know his alter ego, which you all will meet in due time. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? This year has been one hell of a ride. With everything that has been going on, I just want to give my fans and loyal listeners what I call Enjoyable Escapism. Something to get lost in and enjoy like how you would a good movie or a good book. I want my music to represent a vibe. I don't want to talk about the real world in my music. You see that already on social media, television, and the internet. Sometimes people just grow tired and want to escape. My music is exactly that: an escape. Something to be so immersed in, you wouldn't wanna leave. It's something when you hear it, you can be happy when you do and say "Wow, KingDaV really helped me get thru it". I stay true to me and I stay true to my music. This is my passion and I'm not going anywhere. KingDaV is here to stay. instagram.com/king_dav_18

The Los Angeles-based Alternative Artist and Singer/Songwriter Funkraum releases a desirous and intoxicating single with "Meet Me When This Is All Over," off her recent EP, "Sam Rothstein." Using inspirations from classic films while romanticizing the city of Las Vegas through her dramatic and cinematic music, Funkraum offers a sound that's sweetly reminiscent of The Strokes and The Killers. Through her recent EP, 'Sam Rothstein,' Funkraum takes listeners on an emotional journey through love, loss, and desire. This can be heard through the EP's highlight track, "Meet Me When This Is All Over." The single offers listeners a sweet 3-minute journey into past bangers through Funkraums nostalgic instrumentals that exude an early 00s appeal. While singing of the darkness that's overcome her and the rest of the world, Funkraum offers highly relatable lyricism by wishing to reunite with someone dear once we're among the calm after the storm. Through blissful instrumentation and a heartfelt message, Funkraum is offering her whole heart with this hit. "Meet Me When This Is All Over" begins with distant electric guitar melodies and warm percussion patterns, drifting the song into the late 90s/early 00s space. As Funkraum begins singing with her tender and passionate vocals, she begins to paint clear and emotional images of watching her relationship shatter to pieces merely due to their distance. While Funkraum continues to appear highly unphased by distance, we begin to realize the emotion that the song must have been created with, seeing as their love was torn apart simply due to the world's circumstances. Ending the song off with the same heartfelt and nostalgic instrumentals, we genuinely adore what Funkraum has done with her single "Meet Me When This Is All Over," as she delivers immense heart and emotion for us to relate. We love the emotion you've infused into your single, "Meet Me When This Is All Over." What did your songwriting process look like when writing from such an emotional and vulnerable place? Was it challenging? Being vulnerable in any context is incredibly difficult. The process is a push and a pull. I would sometimes say something out loud to myself and think it was too much, too strong, too whatever. But, I was listening to a lot of Amy Winehouse and Nirvana at the time. They really gave me the courage to just say whatever it was I was thinking. Not to think about how people would think of me when I’d say what I had to say. That was really scary for me. But, they made me not care. How did you infuse your single "Meet Me When This Is All Over" with this irresistible 90s/00s instrumental appeal? What was your sonic creative process like when creating your instrumentals? If it wasn’t for The Strokes or The Killers, I wouldn’t have any direction to head into when writing music. My co-writer Mario Valdizon understood this. He knew the guitars had to be rhythmic, and a synth had to be used somehow. We’d listen to songs by these artists and many we admired from the early 2000s and used that as an outline and thought about how we could make it our own. With music, you don't always have to reinvent the wheel, you just have to dress it up how you want and people will like it. Why did you choose Las Vegas as the inspiration for this project? Las Vegas has always been an inspiration to me. Ever since I was young. Growing up in Los Angles, Vegas was always the family trip. And, the car ride there was where I began my relationship with music. Music was playing the entire 4 hours, with no cellphones interrupting like how they can now, it was pure. I guess I’ve always associated music with that. It's the most outrageous spectacle in the music of what can sometimes look like a suburb. When you’re on the strip, it's hard to remember that less than a mile away from that 7mile street of chaos is regular hard-working people, living a life. There’s something so incredible about that. When staying in Vegas, remember the people who are making sure your stay is the most incredible weekend of your life, is there a way to make a living. Be loving and kind. They’re incredible and humans, you’ll fall for one like I did. How does your single "Meet Me When This Is All Over" fit into your overall EP, "Sam Rothstein"? What role does this single play within the project? It's a fight for someone to try harder for you. I was basically persuading someone to give me a chance and to stop being so afraid or not be so intimidated by a challenge. When you have something special with someone, you just want them to fight for you as you care for them. But when they’re being difficult you just wanna tell them to talk to you when they’re done being difficult. It's me on the verge of giving up, and fighting not to do so. It the moment of the album where I was fighting not to give up. You've mentioned that your EP "Sam Rothstein" surrounds themes of love, loss, and longing. Did you have any help from other Producers or creators when bringing your vision to life, lyrically, or sonically? Had so much help from Mario Valdizon my co-writer and Steve Ornest my producer. Making sure it musically always sounded like the listener could reach for something and feel defeated. The feeling of an abrupt ending, how much of a slap in the face that could feel, and not wanting to stop trying. I owe them everything for making this possible. They are incredible songwriters, producers, and musicians. facebook.com/Funkraum-360407027469686 instagram.com/funkraummusic

From Bury St. Edmunds, the Producer, Songwriter, and Pianist Samuriium team up with vocalist Georgia Michel for their recent tropical/deep house hit, "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)." Using organic instruments with catchy plucks and vibrant melodies to create his laidback and relaxed sound, Samuriium's warm dance music can be compared to the likes of Kygo, Zedd, and Mauve. Samuriium has been busy collaborating with other artists/producers to find his sound and relish in it on a forthcoming EP dropping 2021. With his latest single, "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)," Samuriium explores the warmth of deep and tropical house while vocalist Georgia Michel serenades us with a relatable message where she reminisces the good old days. The song's ambiance offers listeners a bright and picturesque atmosphere as our nights get colder. "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)" begins with vibrant plucky electric guitar melodies accompanied by celestial pads and airy drum patterns at a mid-tempo pace. As Georgia Michel begins singing of missing her old life and her friends, she starts counting the days until she reunites with her loved ones. Samuriium offers an incredibly bright and blissful atmosphere, which interestingly contrasts Georgia Michel's reflective lyricism. With each mesmerizing sonic aspect Samuriium offers, he's genuinely transported us out of our everyday routines and into a vacation mentality with the sweet sounds of tropical and deep house. With serenity and peace exuding from every aspect of the single "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)," Samuriium as outdone himself with this passionate single while exploring the vibrance of deep house merged with breathtaking tropical elements and Georgia Michel's heartfelt lyricism. What pushed you to create a track that reminisces the past with your single "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)"? Due to the lockdown, I traveled back home from university. It was early lockdown that I first had an idea to create a song about COVID-19 - By being at home in isolation and adjusting to the new lifestyle, I was inspired to create a song that was resembling the current situation that we were all in. I really enjoyed my first year at university and missed the memories I made along the way and so there was a lot to write about as times were changing with the new daily routine in which lockdown had in store for us. Is "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)" the first single you decided to delve into the tropical and deep house within your production? How did you arrange your production to offer such a calming atmosphere? I’ve been producing tropical house for the past few years, releasing an album last year called Tropical Voices Volume 1. I’ve always wanted to create a deep house and I would say this is the first single that I’ve created that is a ‘deep’ house. My take on deep house is very electric guitar-based, with a warm lounge character and minimal percussive rhythms that you can chill out too. The spectral space is filled up with saturated mellow pads to create that calming atmosphere; my go-to for this is mainly the pads on Nexus, but also Reasons rack plug-in offers some lovely pads. Speaking on Georgia Michel's lovely feature on "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)," did the two of you collaborate on the songwriting process, or did Michel write her own lyrics? I approached Georgia with a lyrical idea for Counting Days, after writing some rough lyrics for the backbone of the song. Georgia emphasized what I had and re-worked the idea, making the lyrics coherent into what they are today. Might we see "Counting Days (feat. Georgia Michel)" on your upcoming EP in 2021? What sort of concepts and sonic vibes do you offer on the project? Counting Days is a one-off single. The EP is a collection of 5 songs about a relationship slowly drifting apart. Each song alternates between the two people in the relationship and is a monologue of their emotions and thoughts of the relationship. Each song is different stylistically (but still maintaining the tropical/deep house theme) to emphasize the lyrics being sung in the song. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? Collaborations, collaborations, collaborations; working with people from all across the nation and globe. Being creative has been keeping me going throughout 2020. Being able to work with a variety of people whilst being isolated at home was really beneficial. instagram.com/samuriium.music samuriiummusic.com

With his ethos of "less chatter, more music," Jayme Mcdonald, the Composer and Hip-Hop producer performing under the cognomen Chatterless—makes instrumental music that stands out. With a long listed musical catalog that presents like a sonic manifold that branches out into a diverse range of synth-wave, lo-fi, and hip-hop festooned gridirons, this budding new artist is sure to be on the radar of anyone who likes to kick-back and simmer-down to some emollient instrumental beats; think Kiefer meets Chilledcow. His latest garnishing of lithe swells and filtered lo-fi ingenuity comes in the form of a single titled, "The Idea Dies Last." Initiating with a steady mid-tempo cadence, "The Idea Dies Last" settles in instantly like a perfect aggregate to a chilled-out Sunday evening on the porch, festooned with tweeting birds in the background, the suns' rays cascading down onto your neck, and an unrelinquished sense of blithe that swiftly picks you up for a few moments of weightlessness before drifting you back down in a sinuous fashion. It's an instrumental that never wavers from its steadfast and even motioning, featuring a crisp backbeat and prismatic pads that choreograph together to create a sense of relaxation that's simply unparalleled. Throughout the playback, two main melodic lines come baring gifts of sensation: kaleidoscopic keys that diffuse over their magnetically warbling reverberances and a sub-synth that weaves in and out of every whiff it's melodic confrere allows it. While audiences will soon find themselves intermingling amongst a multifarious amount of unlocked jovial sentiments, the lo-fi drone that subtly sits in the center of Chatterless' well-balanced mix completes the sonic puzzle; filling in every airy space of "The Idea Dies Last," like a pocket of sunshine saying hello to the darkness. What inspired you to make the feeling behind "The Idea Dies Last" feel so calmative? Is this a common-place sentiment you incorporate into your instrumentals? Thank you for acknowledging how calming this song is! I have this vault of music that I've been shaping and crafting into what you hear as the sound of Chatterless. Ideas from one song carry into the other until you hear what is what I am still creating as my signature. I would rather bring calm to this existence right now. I've brought so much of the other side too many times in my life. It's unbalanced. Can you describe the meaning behind the title, "The Idea Dies Last"? Where did this song's inspiration come from, and how does its title resonate with that background? I spoke about this recently on a live piano stream that I do on IG and FB. You can follow my accounts there if you wanna hear something like that. It's just me playing and talking with you, the listeners, having a good time, drinking Jack Daniels. As for the song -- it occurred to me that if the universe ceased to exist this very moment the very last thing -- the absolute very last thing to disappear would be the idea of it. The thought of everything and what it encompasses. That's more of a macro explanation but if I simplified to a micro-level we could just say that if a loved one passes or maybe a friendship ends or a romance is no longer there...then The Idea Dies Last in the process of it disappearing. What sorts of emotions were you channeled into for the instrumental performances you've captured for "The Idea Dies Last"? I tend to feel like crying when I make music as Chatterless. It sounds weird but when I'm by myself and making something if the right chord strikes then it chokes me up and I often have to stop myself from being overwhelmed. I've come to recognize it as a strong indicator that I'm going in the right direction. Sometimes the happiest songs are made in the deepest depressions and vice versa. The right strings of the soul are being plucked. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? What can we expect to see next from you? Right now I'm inspired by my mental health journey. There have been major changes in my life in the past year with respect to my mental health and I'm not totally comfortable speaking about it yet but I'm sticking to my regimen and the plan in place inspires me to keep moving forward. One hour at a time, sometimes. Next up from me are two projects that I think are really exciting for myself and the listeners. 1st upon DEC 1ST 2020 is the sequel to my Christmas album "Snowbank" titled "Snowbank 2" which features all instrumental piano of holiday favorites with a special bonus voice-over at the end of the album. 2nd up on JAN 8TH, 2021 is my debut synthwave/retrowave album titled "Nobody From Nowhere With Nothing". This is a completely new genre for me -- I have had tremendous feedback from my initial screenings of the single "Stay With Me" and I can't wait for everyone else to hear it too. instagram.com/ChatterlessMusic

With his supreme styles of smooth Jazz, Soul, R&B, Contemporary Instrumental, Dance, and Inspirational music, D Rolark approaches just about every genre with striking methods of positivity and enlightenment; key elements that are absent from today’s music. D Rolark is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist whose method of music is described as “Inspir-tainment,” Inspirational Entertainment. Primarily known as a keyboardist, D Rolark also plays guitar, bass, vibes, drums, percussion, and flute without any music theory at all. The inspiration that D Rolark gains for songs from the components of life; particularly sunrises and sunsets, fulfills him to do anything and everything that has to do with music. D Rolark makes his compositions his life. Since birth, D Rolark was given the rare ability to hear color in music. According to him, every note and chord has a different hue of color that expresses the essence of the song itself. With his instrumental album “Tonality,” we dive into the depths of his many talents and expressions that he shares with the listeners through his vivid performances. The opening record is the title track, “Tonality.” Heavy drums, raw basslines, and Funk inspired grooves to create a blissful soundscape as we are introduced to the expressions D Rolark has set in place for us. Instantly snapping your fingers to the instrumentation, a vibrant picture is painted sonically as we hear bright keys accompanied by soft harmonies as the centerpiece of this remarkable introduction. This piece acts as a significant reminder to smile largely and dance with a purpose as you tap your fingers and toes to the beat. “Happiness is You,” is the second track we are gifted. The title truly says it all as glistening elements fill speakers with a slower tempo setting the tone of this lively record. Although we are presented with a pace that slows us down in the fast-moving world we live in, we find other ways to move to this beat as the magnetic performance D Rolark offers us stays in the forefront of our mind.  The delicate synth solo stands out from the crowd as we are forced to be pulled from the rest of this composition to dive into that piece. Just as easily, we are drawn back in as everything comes together to finish off the song. The third song on “Tonality,” is “Going All the Way.” The delicate and Jazz inspired vibes create a glorified lounge-like atmosphere where we want to experience all life has to offer. The way that D Rolark conveys his talents is truly outstanding as we can’t help but to be transported to a euphoric wave of sonic delicacy in the performance he puts forth. Topped off with a piano solo that strikes hard, this has to be the icing on this cake. “Effervesence,” carries the heartfelt, nostalgic R&B vibes that we know and love from the ’90s. A picture is painted of slick dance moves breezing across the asphalt as rain pours down from the sky. The passion that is put across the instrumentation shines a bright light on the artistic versatility that D Rolark carries close to his heart. We are pleased to share the twists and turns that this album offers up as it takes us on a tour of the genres through the ages. Something that not every artist can successfully do. “Reflections of the Heart,” reflects the title of this song. This indulgent ballad opens up with a warm embrace that lures us into the softer tempo that D Rolark exudes in this masterpiece. The composition is elegantly simplistic yet so complete and powerful at the same time. Emotions of love and strength overcome you as the listener. With your head instantly filling up with the effortless arrangement of the instrumentation, you allow yourself to sink a little deeper into the headspace D Rolark shares with us. The sixth record and the halfway point of the album introduces us to, “Optimistic Viewpoint.” A groove chalked full of eclectic Funk. The new wave sprinkles that D Rolark offers in this piece is quite refreshing as it hones in on the sounds of 60’s Funk that we all know and love. Being visible to these graceful elements allows us to in fact remain optimistic as a positive light is shed in the way D Rolark presents this song. You can hear the burning passion behind the positivity that he drives home. “Beautiful Soul,” starts with the heavenly ambiance of airy synths and crisp drums for another ballad that we can hold close to our hearts. Dripping in the emotional vulnerability that D Rolark was in when writing this specific song, the instrumentation tells a story of finding light in that special person and when you find that, it’s important to keep the flame burning. The production quality is top-notch as each instrument is presently heard in a way that the listener can conclude their own interpretations as they cherish the meaning behind it. “Looking Ahead,” occupies your mind with the smooth and soothing ambiance that radiates through D Rolark’s presentation. This record zones you in on the precise playing that is used to send a message of positivity and plans for the future. The captivating elements used to tell this story shows a deep promise for endeavors and success to come. The joy D Rolark carries through melodies is nothing shy of outstanding. The use of emotion through this instrumental album allows you to focus on the feelings that matter. “Standing Together,” is a collaborative effort with Dawn Rolark. It also remains the only collaboration on “Tonality.” This contribution of prominent violin adds a different flavor to a united front that the two carry out as a dynamic duo. The rhythmic grooves that dance along the same way you do, bring the chemistry to life with this duet. A record that exposes the immense closeness like this one, immerses us in the deep-hearted thought that went into the creation with a brilliant storyline to show for it. “Soul Inspiring,” is the tenth song on “Tonality.” The elusive and earnest ballad creates an idyllic dreamland that shapes the innermost recognizable feelings we can carry. D Rolark infuses this new wave Jazz ambiance with his heart’s content. A record that is dedicated to the aura we carry and the sentiments we hold within allows us to tap into ourselves for an introspective vision of what the melody is putting across through each instrument performed. The second last record on “Tonality,” is titled “Within the Light.” A heartfelt representation of D Rolark’s sincere outlook in this wistful creation. The dazzling keys performed remain a centerpiece as the instrumentation fuses together in such an effortless manner. As you sway back and forth between the light and breezy performance you are transported to nostalgic times where you can truly be alone with your thoughts as the melodies grace upon the speakers in a gentle fashion. The final song that we come to is, “Groove No Limit,” and let me just say that this soothing ballad is dressed in the groovy ways that Funk touches our hearts. With a slow tempo that oozes with empowerment, we have that affirmative light shining as an individual piece and shining on all the other pieces presented on this project of dedication. D Rolark truly outdoes himself on this final piece and makes this the perfect way to bring “Tonality,” to completion. “Tonality,” is a harmonious blend of D Rolark’s skillset. As we venture through this album from start to finish, we are able to capture the true essence that glimmers through each piece. As one who has composed over 500 songs, we look forward to learning more about D Rolark as an artist and individual with what he has in store next. Listen to 'Tonality,' here. Congratulations on the release of your album “Tonality.” Welcome to BuzzMusic, D Rolark! With your undeniable experience in this industry, we would love to know; how was your creative process different on this album versus other projects that you have worked on? Thank you very much for having me here.  It is both an honor and a privilege to be here.  Over the years, I have shared works and the stage with so many artists in music ranging in various genres that have shaped my sound. From Jazz, Soul/R&B, Gospel, and Pop, I have been greatly influenced by so many artists whose music is an aura of musical purity and diversity. With this project, Tonality, my primary focal point was creating music of positivity and enlightenment; especially with the recent events that have happened this year.  I have always believed that music is the source of healing in any situation no matter how extreme it can become.  I’m one that believes that where words fail, music speaks.  The world may have different views on various issues, but music is the art that unites everyone in perfect unity.  Another concept that makes Tonality different from my last projects is focusing more on acoustic and electric piano solos rather than overproducing the project with a lot of concepts that can sometimes take away the essence of the song. Tonality was close to being a double album because throughout the year, I have recorded 30 songs and I wanted to choose the best ones that fit the project perfectly.  Some of the other songs that didn’t make it on the album will more than likely be released on a project slated for 2021. Although not definite, some of the songs will likely have vocals; something I haven’t included on any of my projects since my 2018 release, Solidify. What would you like listeners to take away from, “Tonality” as a whole? What I like the listener to take from Tonality is the sense of positivity and enlightenment, as stated earlier.  This year has been a challenge to so many individuals, such as the pandemic and other events that have occurred.  While other sources try to create solutions from different sources that may seem temporary, music has been, still is, and always will be the answer to many of life’s situations.  The last thing anyone needs is anything that produces negativity and uneasy emotions that can destroy the soul.  No person should ever have to go through that.  With music, especially with me being primarily an instrumental artist, the tone of the melody is found between the notes.  Every note represents a color that can sense the emotions and fill the heart with healing and rhythm of life. How did the collaboration with Dawn Rolark come to be? What was it like working with one another? As many know, Dawn has been my beautiful and blessed bride since 1996.  Both of us share a musical common bond that can never be replaced.  Dawn has expressed to me many times that she played violin as a child, but I never knew this until her parents told me.  One day, I stumbled on some of her youth photographs and I found one where she was playing the violin at age 8.  I was amazed when I discovered this.  I asked her if she ever thought about getting back into playing the violin and she has thought about it.  One of our friends from our church introduced Dawn to a school of the arts that teaches violin and she was more than interested in getting back into playing the violin. With myself being a musician, I introduced my wife to violin greats such as Jean-Luc Ponty, Noel Pointer, Karen Briggs, Regina Carter, Damien Escobar, Sonya Robinson, and Gerald Dameon.  Dawn became mesmerized by their technique and artistry on the instrument.  Over the years, Dawn has played several recitals that range from Contemporary Christian, Folk, and Pop standards.  During this time, I purchased several violins for Dawn ranging from acoustic to electric and synth, which is her favorite of the three types.  We performed together for various church musical programs and one of the pieces we did together was an improvisational inspirational piece called “Manifested Blessings”, which is a song where she made her debut on my 2019 project, Make A Joyful Noise.  The interplay between my keyboard work and her violin was a perfect match that I decided to include her on just about every project that I do.  On Tonality, we collaborated on the dance-influenced song, “Standing Together”.   In fact, we’re putting together a Christmas album together entitled, A D & D Connection Christmas. I have collaborated with many musicians and artists over the years, but to fully collaborate with a musician who happens to be my loving spouse is more than a blessing, it is an irreplaceable and priceless gift of musical artistry from the Lord. Out of every song carefully chosen for “Tonality,” do you have one that resonates with you more than the others? What is the reason behind your choosing of this record? Of all the songs that I have done on this album, I have two which is a tie as my favorite.  The first one is the second song entitled, “Happiness Is You” and “Standing Together”.  “Happiness is You” is a song that represents positivity and self-assurance which signifies the inner beauty of every individual that exists.  As stated earlier, there are many situations that take place in the world today that can rob one of the joys that they pursue.  The sadness and despair that one shows when they’re going through things, that’s not them.  Those negative emotions do not define their character.  The joy and smiles that they show everyone, that’s the true happiness that defines their character.  The song instrumentally tells the listener, “You are loved.  You are beautiful.  You are handsome.  You are a king.  You are a queen.  You are needed.” “Standing Together” is another favorite because not only is it a collaboration with my wife, but the dance influence instrumentally plays a message of standing together through thick and thin no matter what the world tries to throw at us.  No matter what happens, we’re in this together.  How many couples are able to put those principles to work and withstand the negativity that tries to come against them?  This song expresses that notion from an instrumental standpoint. What has been keeping you inspired throughout 2020? As a musician, I focus only on things that bring inspiration and hope to my soul.  The aspect that I receive from the elements of life is the same values that I try to give others.  Music has always been my method of communication.  It is a precious commodity that gives me hope and enlightenment whenever life tries to throw things my way that does not line up with my character.  Every day, I’m always coming up with new ideas and concepts about how I can express my musical gifts.  It is a process that is a lifelong journey that never ends.  Whatever I can do to unite everyone, I do it with music.  If a pied piper can use music as a force, my music is no exception.  With music, it is a soundtrack to my life and I am immensely grateful for what the Lord has given me.  I wish everyone musical peace and blessings. drolarkmusic.com