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Vincent Aliperti is the surrealist musical artist performing as Alix Perti, who amalgamates hues of South Asian melodies with the psychedelia effect of 70's rock—but with a contemporary rendering. His initial notoriety stemmed from his productions that landed on a far bordering genre: Hip-hop. Once the budding producer discovered the affluence for weaponizing his passion through scintillating guitars, filtering, and oscillating effects and vocal hooks that adorn a feverishly addicting afterglow—it was time he made an unprecedented change. His latest addition to his growing catalog is made up of the same manifestations of that new sonic vehemence, and it's titled, "Quarantea," fitting a contagious groove within a middle easter-vibed environment. With the reflective tinge of a brightly textured acoustic guitar, Alix Perti swoops down with a discerning alternative rock rasp in his voice as the blithe instrumentations found on this single takes us a world's away from the Wester aesthetics of top 40 music. He still exhibits some of his influential Hip-hop inspirations in the form of sparse but riffling flows over a bouncy measure that exudes confidence in his verses, but his aesthetic shines more rousing when we reach the hooking interjections of the chorus. The entirety of "Quarantea," and its production highlights Perti in a new and enamoring way though the transportive melodies that the string samples produce amongst the world music reminiscent scales playing over the multitude of robust and infatuating acoustics here. His hook takes a turn over the Emcee-like flow of his verses, transversing into echoing chants that erupt over an intoxicating incantation steered by the songster's saturated croons, and the oscillating string orchestrations that come attached to his Alternative fantasia. It's playback that garnishes this Long Island up-and-comer with notable affluence for versatility and innovation when it comes to his own unique sound. Listen to "Quarantea" here. Hello Alix and welcome back to BuzzMusic, it's great to catch up with you. Can you tell us about some of the breakthroughs you've been steering for in your Musical career? How close do you feel like you are to attaining them right now? I think I'm close to really finding my footing. When you genre-bend as much as I do, it's hard to not get carried away. I don't think people will really be able to see what Alix Perti is really about for another year or two since I'm still making music in my basement studio (and bankrupting myself doing so) but the proof of concept is there. What's the quintessential characteristic of your songwriting and singing that you're still striving to develop to benefit your musical identity and sound? Creating different characters and storylines through a linear song structure or project is always something I found fascinating...and since I have a background in filmmaking I think naturally I try to make my music a bit cinematic. I want to make AlixPerti a place where people can go to gain a new perspective or feeling about certain subjects with visceral sounds. How do you excite your creative sparks during times when your productive impulses are just not influencing you on the right path artistically, and did you find yourself channeling those starters for "Quarantea"? To keep things exciting for myself as a songwriter I had to step outside of my experiences for this. At no point in this song am I talking about myself? Instead with Quarantea, I wrote the verses to be from the perspectives of a wife (Verse 1), husband (Verse 2), and child (Verse 3), going through a bad divorce in a time of quarantine (Also the chorus can be looked at as a divorce lawyer). I felt it was something people in the world could relate to. I attempt to demonstrate these characters by making my voice higher and feminine for the wife, then humorously masculine for the husband, and finally soft for the child's outro, which is overpowered by the bass to represent how kids can feel diminished through a divorce. As well as panning the Synth Strings left (A watery sound to represent the feminine archetype for the wife) and the Lead Guitar right (A heavy, almost western rock sound for the husband) to show isolation between the two (Some of those visceral sounds I was talking about.) When you think about the story behind "Quarantea," what would you characterize as being the most significant take away for your audience from this experience? That these are dangerous times and violence (fueled by alcoholism) is a big character in this song. It's supposed to be scary but optimistic in a way that I hope people can be understanding with each other and respectful of certain situations...and to really appreciate what you have. So don't drink the Tea! What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? I know everyone needs music now more than ever to get through a hellish year like this, I've been nonstop working to make a (surprisingly) feel good mixtape coming really soon that I think might just save the day. #BUZZMUSIC

The Seeing Tree is a music collective composed of like artistic minds whose unparalleled sonics collude together, manifesting under one ethos: release music that expresses passion and awareness. It's an approach shared between Brighton-based producer Lee Pepper, the lyricist intoner Eugenie Arrowsmith, and Herman Rarebell, the mastermind behind the Scorpion's ultimate hit-breakers of the 80s. Their latest creative amalgamation comes in the form of testimony and outrage over the international gaslighting proceeding behind closed—and wide-open—political doors. With a combined group featuring the mind behind 'Rock You Like A Hurricane', and 'I Can See The Signs', it's not surprising that great minds usually think alike when put to the test of manufacturing a captivating atmosphere through sound. Naturally, when the opening John Bonham-like thuds of the kick-drum land healthy over your chest, and the reverberated chugs of the riffing electric guitars suspend you in gravity-less space, you're instantly reminded of the cadence behind Led Zeppelin's 'Kashmir.' The unrestricted and dynamic atmosphere of that song feels similar here. But when the heavy-saturated and distorted vocals of Eugenie Arrowsmith combine over newly festooning string orchestrations, an extra-added layer of width and distortion arrives adjacent to a freshly fuelled rhythm section, and it's almost impossible not get lost in the thematic moment of it all; a true hot-blooded rock-anthem. Between mid-tempo marching stanzas that lurch forward over the weight of their own nostalgia dripping beats, and the heavy-weighted and pointing fingers behind Eugenie's lyrics, there's no question that by the time you reach the apex of 'I Can See The Signs', and you're decrying 'I don't want your fire, I don't want your fire, fire, fire,'—it will feel impossible to say "no" to another serving of The Seeing Tree. Can you walk us through how this collaboration initially came to fruition, and the steps that led up to this debut release? Herman Rarebell (Drummer/Songwriter – The Seeing Tree)- I put together a show called Drum Legends with Ginger Baker and Pete York and we did a show at The Brighton Dome. Pepper came and recorded the event life and we started talking and it was clear we both have a love of music and humanity in common. Pepper (Producer/Songwriter/Keyboards – The Seeing Tree)- I was blown away the night of the Drum Legends by how generous and open Herman was to new ideas and how enthusiastic he still was musically. The show was really exciting and he was so dynamic and funny, we just hit it off and that’s how it all began. He sent me a track, which he’d produced with the guitarist and producer Thomas Perry that I just really loved, and I started to explore sonic possibilities and that formed the basis for ‘I Can See The Signs’. What were the emotions fuelling your performances behind this single? Herman Rarebell- Listen I played Winds of Change, which was a global hit when I was in The Scorpions and played the famous peace concert in Moscow – there was a sense of the common good – there was hope then of people coming together. What’s going on in the world right now is disunity and destructive, which stands against everything we were working for. It pisses me off to see things going backward and people not acting in the face of ignorance. We all have an investment in the future, whoever we are where ever we are on planet earth. ‘I Can See The Signs’ is a wake-up call, take the blindfold off, stop walking backward. We can all see those people on the World stage who are promoting stupidity! When you think about how the lyrics draw attention to the dismay surrounding the state of our politics, is there anything more you would add behind the narrative you've set forth on this track? Eugenie Arrowsmith (Singer/Songwriter – The Seeing Tree) - I guess we like to challenge some of the ignorance that is out there with a bit of human passion and fire and do what we can rather than just passively accept that narrative that is so dark and destructive. There’s always that thing that anger is still a sign of hope because you still feel there is something worth fighting for. What have been your most memorable portions of recording this single together, and if you could highlight the most significant learning experience behind the recording sessions, what would it be? Herman Rarebell – I guess it was the fact that we were all working through a lockdown and finding a way to still make music and feel the excitement of it. I know this is a different kind of ‘rock’ than people know me for but I like to do the unexpected and I have always played all genres of music. Also, the whole thing is so unexpected. Thomas Perry was in lockdown in Northern Italy and this track that we had done a few years ago found new life through a random meeting. We just had to get on with it, record, release, shoot the video in our respective back gardens and Pepper edited it all together – I’ve never made such a cheap video. We’re having fun at a really tough time for many people. We are all lucky that we are creative. What can we expect to see from The Seeing Tree as you reach for higher and more distinguished milestones along your musical journey's path? Herman Rarebell- We are going to see what this new online music world is all about - growing through social media and using technology to develop what we’re doing. I’ve really enjoyed the positive and immediate response to ‘I Can See The Signs’. It’s now possible to have much more direct relationships with people who are following your music. We’re also looking at ways to play together online as we write more. It’s about music and songwriting first and foremost and music is always an adventure particularly at such a strange time, everything keeps twisting and turning. Making music is a mind-blowing constant for me. If you want things to change write something – it’s always worked for me! #BUZZMUSIC

Bringing together our favorite sounds of old-school Jazz and Blues, Gloom Balloon is a music group to watch. They fuse the best of the traditional soul with their own contemporary and alternative perspective on various genres. Gloom Balloon also makes use of many instruments from piano to drums. The music group strips down their walls and approaches their songwriting process with open hearts. The refreshing writing perspective that they have access to an unlimited palette of colors is the reason each of their songs is so unique. Gloom Balloon believes that creating music is the equivalent to painting with sound. Also known for creating music videos, they give their fans a chance to enjoy the visual experience of their music. Gloom Balloon is set to release a full-length album “So Bergam Uses Bach To Get His Point Across, I Feel Like I Have Chosen Rock But At What A Cost,” and with that catchy title fans are ecstatic to hear what the band will bring us. Check out our recent interview with Gloom Balloon here. instagram.com/gloomballoon #BUZZMUSIC

Christie Huff is back, and this time we're shining the spotlight on her intricate ability to captivate listeners with her impressionable lyricism. Christie Huff is a woman of many traits, and music-making is most definitely one of them. As an artist who puts heavy emphasis on projected ambiance and the manipulation behind imparting certain emotionality onto listeners, Christie Huff is extremely self-aware of the power behind her music. Consistently painting a pure and dreamy atmosphere, Christie Huff's music can be guaranteed to lose listeners within, as her eclectic musical appearance provides varying levels of hypnosis. Supporting her elaborate productions with alluring vocalism, Christie Huff ensures an immersive and intimate experience, truly allowing listeners to understand her current mindset and experiences. Being a spiritual artist, Christie Huff puts a ton of creativity into the unraveling of her music, and her inspiration propels itself as a result of such spirituality. Learn more about the music of Christie Huff here. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

After the great success of his latest single “Circles”, alexdrake. has not taken his foot off the gas throughout his creative ventures, serving us a unique and intimate palate of his indie/alternative/emo rock style that shows you how he is taking the music industry by storm. "Peace of Mind" opens up with the playing of spacious keys and the strum of warm electric guitar chords drawing you into the brisk initiation of lifting drums. As the cadence picks up, you fall further and further into this record leaving you hooked. When the heartfelt and soothing vocals of alexdrake. are introduced, elements of the nostalgic Classic Rock era blended with Pop-Punk angst have you listening intently to each lyric crafted all while your toes are tapping to the compulsive instrumentation. A wider vocal range throughout the chorus focuses on the dimension of harmonies alexdrake. delivers within the soft hidden layers that intensify the listening experience. The modern and sentimental arrangement of instruments truly complements the expressions carefully crafted by alexdrake. leaving us in awe of yet another hit release. We can’t seem to get enough of alexdrake.'s passion and intensity that he exudes on his sophomore single, "Peace of Mind". We are patiently awaiting more hard-hitting content that our souls long for from this rising artist. Congratulations on the release of your sophomore single, “Peace of Mind.” How did you come to collaborate with AJ Pedromo from The Dangerous Summer and form the concept of this hit single? Thank you so much! I am so excited to release this track. It really gives a great sense of my Rock background and the direction this project is going. What is so funny about my connection with AJ, is that it obviously started with my being a huge fan. I grew up in the NJ alt/emo/pop-punk music scene and The Dangerous Summer was one of the major bands that a lot of us aspired to be like musically. They exhibit such a unique sound and style that sets them apart from other bands within the same genre. Obviously, AJ's vocals and songwriting perfection is something I've looked up to for some time. I believe we actually met at EmoNite LA - we both have mutual friends who are the founders of the event amongst other familiar friends and we hit it off. He is a great guy, he is always giving back to the scene one way or another. One thing that really stands out about AJ is his compassion for upcoming artists - he truly gets joy out of helping and teaching others and that's something you literally never see. After hanging out a bunch of times in LA and chatting music, when it came time for me to finally start writing songs for my new solo project, AJ was all about guest vocals on one track. This song jumped out as the single and one where I couldn't stop hearing his voice on. Low and behold, the mental concept became reality. The concept of the song instrumentally is to pay homage to my early rock/emo/alt influences- with that loud punching lead guitar and the rolling bass lines. I even threw in some instrumental takeaways from NJ's finest Bruce Springsteen. Nothing better than a huge anthemic chorus! From a message perspective, this song really embarks on the turmoil we deal with everyday occurrences. Dealing with your boss, dealing with current societal stressors, dealing with any kind of aversion to what you love and what you want to do but still having "Peace of Mind" to do you and follow your dreams, passions, and internal monologues regardless of what is being spewed at you. Could you please tell us about the process you took to carefully craft the lyrics we hear in this song? What did the studio session look like to track the vocals? This song was entirely done in my home studio. Due to COVID my team has a great system where I write all the bass, drums, guitar, synth, lyrics, etc... and send on off to get mastered by my buddy Cameron Nadler who does great mixing/mastering work. Took about a week and a half to get the song down then I embarked on the lyrics. As mentioned earlier, the lyrics have a huge 'where we are at in society' influence. They are reflective of external stressors causing internal confrontation and how we as human beings should/can combat that. How much of your New Jersey roots do you allow to influence the music that you create? Can we expect a similar sound and message in the anticipation of your upcoming releases? This is an amazing question! My music is 100% influenced by my New Jersey roots. As I am sure everyone knows, people from New Jersey have an obnoxious amount of NJ pride. I am blessed to have had all the musical influences in my life starting with my parents and brothers straight through to my first alt/emo bands I played/toured with, all the bands I came across at Rutgers University's underground basement scene, and the giant scene of NJ emo music in general. I went to a high school where it was cooler to be in a band than to be on the football team. I'll never forget, I was late to a high school football playoff game because I had a battle of the bands - my coach hated that I was late... but music always came first. Where I grew up (northern New Jersey), we had neighboring towns where bands like Senses Fail, My Chemical Romance, Thursday, Steel Train, etc all originated. So the early 2000s NJ Emo/alt scene was thrown in your face. At the time that these bands were getting big and debuting on MTV/TRL etc - I was just a kid aspiring to do that. Some members of Senses Fail actually went to my high school - so you had bands popping up left and right to follow that trail of rock band success. It was a really cool time to see so many young individuals being a part of a cool music scene and creating art together. It left a great impression on younger folks like myself who continued it. This NJ alt/emo/pop-punk sound will absolutely be present in my upcoming releases. I have 3 more - all of which are more in the vein of "Peace of Mind". The final release, "Let It Go" is actually featuring Nick Casasanto of Knuckle Puck. What has kept you motivated and inspired throughout the course of 2020? As we all know 2020 has been quite turbulent. If this song doesn't exemplify it enough, I always try to look at the bright side of things, even if it's a fight to maintain my peace of mind. Through a humanistic lens, I find it easier on my psyche to aspire for positivity rather than the latter... and that goes for my personal matters of 2020 and the external world. I lost my mother in late 2019 which is a big reason I finally decided to take action and start creating music again. Music and the ability to create music is something she and I shared and she always supported me in my musical endeavors by pushing me to do so. Once she passed, I felt a closeness to her through my music and my creative process which absolutely kept/still keeps me motivated and inspired throughout this rough year, and as I move forward without her. What can fan's anticipate next from you? Well, after "Peace of Mind", I have 3 more singles that I will be releasing over the next 1-2 months. Some music videos and cool collabs. Then it will be back to the studio to continue writing. I do this all for fun and to put the pen to paper and express myself through song. I intend on continuing to release songs/projects forever! Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Eric Lee is the former New England Patriot turned independent R&B artist. Based in Tampa, and performing under the cognomen, Danté Most, nurtures his melodic narratives over evocative sonic soundscapes with timeless fashion. His latest single, "MATRIX," sounds like a clandestine broadcast from beyond the cosmos, where our celestial intoner floats across a buoyant new-age panorama of slow sturring synths, scintillating hi-hats, and oscillating subs. It's a sonic voyage that doesn't follow an economic structure in terms of reproducing excessive hooks or resounding over a cliché melodic motif. Instead, Danté Most uses the minimalistic Sci-fi mirroring production enough air to quarter his eclectic narratives and chaperoned them with timeless grace thanks to his salacious vocal tonalities. When the infatuating songster croons over the mantra-like inflection, "we gonna let em talk while we touch, we gonna let em walk, it's just us," he's enticing listeners with his playful brashness. Then in moments of introspection, he admits his polarizing emotions and the damage it's causing on his relationship: "I can't control how I go through these phases, she says that she's stressed, and she feeling frustrated." All his lyrics work together to induce a sonic trip through meticulously curated vibes that render-up like a bewildering anecdotal space-drift through the cosmos of love, sensuality, and frustration; with Danté Most dead-center in the captain's seat—introducing you to the lights as he takes you through the "MATRIX." Where did the idea behind "MATRIX" come to life initially? Was it a real-life experience written into a poem, a few beats on a DAW, or a melody that came to your mind randomly? I had the beat on my PC for about 3 to 4 months. It had so many layers and transitions originally and that kind of overwhelmed me, so I stripped it down to my favorite elements. That is when the lyrics emerged. Most of my songs are from real-life encounters and MATRIX embodied probably the most irresistible type: “lust at first sight”. What emotions were you tapping into for the vocal performance you've been able to capture on "MATRIX?" Can someone be exuding control, yet constantly allow themselves to be vulnerable? Because that is exactly how I felt throughout the creation. I believe I can project confidence with a hint of innocence. Purposely emptying myself for the sake of women…that is where the negligence meets thrill. How did you know which creative intuitions to follow during the production of "MATRIX?" Well, I knew I had to keep the track short and concise. Also, it is a relatable message, there was no need to cloudy it. For example, The club closes at 3 am, but minds get read…and we leave at 12:30. If you could give us a few words that would act like a Prologue to the experience and story behind, "MATRIX," what would you say and why? Unstable intentions. We all vie for connection as humans, but how that looks for everyone is always different. “MATRIX” is the epitome of indulgence. The lines between “possess” and “protect” are blurred throughout the track. What can fans anticipate next from you Danté? I plan to release another single this month, another page from my book of encounters. Once that is released, I’ll formally introduce the encompassing EP, “ISO”, thereafter. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

Colorado artist Conscious Tone is an artist to shine the spotlight on this week, as he's the type of artist that strives to lift spirits up in any way he can. Creating energetic and flavourful atmospheres with his pop-driven Hip/Hop sound, Conscious Tone is ironically incredibly conscious about the ambiance he crafts for listeners, always ensuring that such an ambiance is really providing an effect. Garnering lyricism from his personal encounters with life, Conscious Tone keeps the personality of his songs flowing with grace and fluidity. Conscious Tone has always had the goal in mind to provide something genuine to any listening ears and wanting his listeners to authentically relate to him on a varying level. There's always versatility with the likes of Conscious Tone, which has always extended from his innate ability to connect with listeners and be aware of the melodies that resonate best with himself, as well as his audience. Learn more about Conscious Tone here. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Coming at us from Ivor, Virginia, Hutcho 48 is taking the Hip-Hop community by storm with his recent release “Trust Nobody.” The multitalented artist caught the bug for making music in 9th grade when he freestyled casually with his friends. After that, his relationship with music has been on and off, and since February of 2019, he has made his official return to the music scene. This time, Hutcho 48 is full of determination and refusing to back down until he reaches his goal. He’s known for his banging beats, provocative lyricism, and bold personality. Hutcho 48 creates the type of music that could soundtrack a night out, or really any moment surrounded by your crew. Although a number of Hip-Hop artists tend to produce tracks from freestyles, Hutcho 48 takes pen to paper to ensure that his lyrics are meaningful and worth remembering. With tracks that cause introspection and good times all in one, fans are eager to hear what else Hutcho 48 has to offer. Learn more about Hutcho and his music here. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

The Los Angeles Songwriter, DJ, and Producer ShyBoy releases a different single than what we're used to from him, as he opens our hearts with his latest hit "Superhero." We've seen the likes of ShyBoy's music grow exponentially over the past year or so, as he's continually expanding and experimenting with new sounds that keep his audience well engaged. With the release of his passionate single "Superhero," ShyBoy delivers this alternative-pop sound through delicate keys and his warm vocals. Singing lyrics of longing to be by someone's side to make them feel safe again, ShyBoy sings the woes that linger in our minds while delivering a sonic sense of optimism. "Superhero" begins with ShyBoy vocalizing his emotions of wanting to bring equality and justice to the world, yet also wishing to gain someone's attention and pull them in for a warm embrace. ShyBoy's vocals offer us that needed warm embrace, as the surrounding downtempo instrumentals pour over with high-end synth arrangements and organic drum patterns. Not to mention the addition of natural piano and soft background strings, we love the serenity and passion that ShyBoy has delivered sonically. Around the bridge, ShyBoy's vocals are accompanied by staccato piano chord progressions that bring this exciting and anticipatory feeling of waiting for someone to return. "Superhero" brings listeners deep into ShyBoy's boundless passion for this person, all while pushing his message of justice and equality in every aspect of life. instagram.com/djshyboy facebook.com/djshyboy #BUZZMUSIC

With the gracious goal to bring together different cultures from across the globe, Human Tribes Collective is a music group that shares their progressive mindsets with their audience. They recently released an album called “Codes of Creation” which encompasses the spirit of life experiences. Inspired energetically and altruistically, their releases consistently open the hearts of their listeners. For those music fans with an open mind who love to be presented with extraordinary perspectives on life, Human Tribes Collective is a project to keep an eye on. By blending musical instruments from around the world, they constantly experiment with new sounds to create their organically unique soundscapes. They often create a harmoniously mysterious atmosphere by layering intoner-styled vocals over their symphonies of gut-wrenching orchestration. The music group compliments their spiritual sounds with their lyricism, where Human Tribes Collective truly hooks their fans. Almost like a spoken word, they inspire personal reflection with messages about peace, unity, and equality. Learn more about Human Tribes Collective here. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC