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Yet another fresh rapper to find himself in the Toronto music scene, Munna Cash is a Trap-Hop Rapper who is making a name for himself internationally. Munna Cash has been climbing the ladders of the city’s underground Rap scene as he continues to come out with vibrant releases. Growing up, Munna Cash was exposed to a diverse array of genres through his parents and household which gave him an ear for all types of music. Although he likes all types of music, he always idolized his cousin, who had been part of a rap group. In order to pursue his passion for Hip-Hop, Munna Cash has been working tirelessly to find his sound and make a name for himself. With inspirations such as Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Chief Keef, he has created a sound of provocative nonchalance. With plans to throw his own show in the near future, Munna Cash aims to promote his record label Born Star Records as he continues to make waves in the Hip-Hop industry. Learn more about Munna Cash here. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

With a title like 'Insecure Ice,' Prime Szn's Debut EP insinuates a winding tour into a trove of introspective R&B classics, with the odd trap-house 808 garnishing a track or two for an added booming dynamic; and you'd be close with the speculation, but not quite. As the song's embellished chaperone takes listeners through a seven-track collection of the Michigan-bred Rapper's first ever releases, Prime Szn zig-zags between narratives tipping more on the edge of flirtatious and salacious then on insecure and fleshy. The title track and opening number, "Insecure Ice," is an intoxicating smooth-ride through Prime's turbulent relationship, sketched into reality through a pastiche of contemporary R&B aesthetics, as if Travis Scott was performed a rendition of a timeless classic from the early 2000s. It's a song that fits the EP's fleshy and insecure protocol with an aim at the eponymous title, locating Prime inebriated by the pain of heartbreak, and left feeling incomplete amongst his relationship's turbulent crash. When you diving into Prime Szn's Debut EP, the notion is immediate introspection and melancholy before a detouring left-turn propels listeners into a not-too-distant relative to heartbreak: lustful passion. It ends up being a common topic, with a song like "Bounce," swanking over a minimalistic trap beat festooned with chipper hi-hats and a resounding melody, while Prime Szn deduces with provocative coitus-centered narratives enveloped around a soft bouncing booty: "that ass bounce, lemme feel that shit, shake it with an attitude, I 'ma deal with it." For the most part, when he says "deal with it," you know what he means. It's a topic Prime Szn seems to center on through this EP's playback. Especially throughout "Now Or Never," where he drops an ultimatum about taking vows and not giving chances, or "One Last Time," where he pleads for closure through lewdness, and it ends up defining this newcomer's debut as a record provocative for its club-banger productions and sex-related gyration that lead tangled among a vulnerable R&B-nostalgic twister of melancholy and distrust. More so than not, Prime Szn's deep-rooted fleshy and insecure nature boil-over sometimes, landing in more cherubic pop-nurtured sonics, where Mike D corrals over a plethora of vocal harmonics unitedly in support the twinkling pad-garnished track, "For You." It's an outlier track compared to the rest, standing as the most prismatic and radiant, centered around the Michigan-bred rapper's escapades with boo, synergizing over Mike B's panning R&B vocals, for a kaleidoscopic effect that ends up blending with how marvelous it all comes together. Both Prime Szn and Mike B's voices collude together to infatuate over their songster impersonations, and it renders-up extra-blithe, almost enough to produce the scantiest sensation of liberating. When listeners swim past the salubrious amounts of witticisms and straight forward sexuality, "Insecure Ice" is a journey that makes stops at its intended destination points of introspection, love, and lust—all bow-tied in productions of amalgamated R&B and Hip-hop goodness. With its reserves of vulnerable golden flashes with songs like "Insecure Ice," "For You," and "Bounce," Prime Szn pulls off a clean and cohesive debut. What was your process of curating "Insecure Ice's" playback? How did you make sure one song's narrative flowed into the next? To make sure “Insecure Ice” wasn’t going to be a disappointment to myself, my team and I sat back and made sure every song had what we look for in music, such as a nice Flow, Clarity, and something we can kick back and catch a vibe to. As far as making sure one song's narrative flowed into the next, we kind of made the “Insecure Ice” EP something simple. To kind of showcase how many different styles I can do, we just threw the 6 best songs we had completed at the time on the EP. For the most part, the first 5 songs have something to do with a female, in one way or another. The last song “Bounce” was a song we put at the end of the EP, leading into another single or even into the Next Album to let everyone know I can also make some club bangers too. What was the most troublesome song on "Insecure Ice," for you to express your insecurities and introspections over for everyone to experience? To be honest, none of the songs were really hard to create. I just hear a beat, find a topic/song title, and start writing. I will say the song “Insecure Ice” was the most real song I wrote on there. It was also the easiest because it came from the heart. Everyone who’s been in some type of relationship where there boyfriend/girlfriend doesn’t/didn’t make them feel like they’re enough can relate to this song. Long story short, if I feel secure with you, I’m around you 24/7 in sweatpants or whatever. I’m not trying to get dressed up. If I feel insecure being with you, I’ll throw some jewelry on and be in the latest fashion, just to get the attention your failing to give me. Can you tell us what sorts of emotions you find yourself channeling into in order to capture the most becoming performances on "Insecure Ice"? For the most part, my emotions were pretty positive ones such as Happy, Anxious, Turned up. The song “Insecure Ice” is the one I really had to get into my bag to write. Because again, that was the one that came from the heart. Writing this, it brought me back to the times where I felt lonely, lost, and really just felt non-existent. “One Last Time” was another song that came from the heart at some point or another. During a break up at one point in my life, I could care less if she and I got back together, but all I knew is I was trying to knock her down one more time before she left. Again, whoever has had that boyfriend/girlfriend where it was the end of y’all relationship and there wasn’t anything y’all could do to fix it, but all you wanted to do was smash one more time, this is the perfect song. “Automatic” “For you” “Now or never” and “Bounce” were songs I could just hear the beat and vibe with it. What has to be the most significant learning experience behind the recording process of "Insecure Ice," and how do you feel you've grown as an Artist since the E.P.'s inception? The most significant learning experience I’ve captured during the recording of “Insecure Ice” was to not go to the studio unless your 110% focused. I can’t tell you how many times I tried to record all 6 of the songs even though I wasn’t feeling it. If you go to the studio and record something and if your delivery and timing aren’t there, then it for sure won’t be reflected in the song, which means it doesn’t matter what you wrote down it won’t sound good. For example, you can say the hardest metaphor or bar just talking into the mic and I’ll sound garbage. Or you can say the weakest bar ever, but have the delivery, timing, and passion behind it and it would go crazy! I say that to say this, Imagine how hard that metaphor or bar I mentioned would be if it was said with some delivery & timing on the beat! & you’ll only get that if your 110% focused. What sorts of milestones have you set out for yourself as an artist for the remainder of 2020, and how have you been inching towards achieving those goals thus far? Being that 2020 is about 3 months away from being over with, at this point I'm just trying everything I possibly can to get my music out there to be heard. Since the “Insecure Ice” EP came out, I already completed another EP on top of recording numerous songs weekly. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

The inward-looking propagation of encouragement that flows out from every warm rise and swells of Rikke Normann's remarkably kaleidoscopic single, "redefine yourself," shouldn't feel foreign. John Legend looked to her for a phenomenal guest vocal appearance at the 2017 Nobel Peace Price Awards concert, and through what seems like an incredible campaign of inspired songwriting success, Rikke released two albums in 2019, remarkably. Most recently, though, the Norwegian intoner has been hidden away, hunkered down in a cabin someplace out in Gudbrandsdalenmostto, recording an archipelago of heart-wrenching and hope-building incantations for her imminent sonic downpour—and "redefine yourself" is the teasing gem from that audible precipitation, coupling the very essence of motivation toward change. Rikke Normann has felt the turbulence with the concept of change, and the complete dissociation it can cause, and though it may be the only certainty in life—change is inevitable. Normann expresses her battles enveloped around losing sight of herself: "wake up one day, and the person you see in the mirror feels like a complete stranger, every part of you is gone." She comments about the topic with en empathetic emphasis when asked about the issue. It's a sentiment she captures precisely over her latest single "redefine yourself," where Rikke's mystifying and unified vocals build with an intensified unison like no other over the chorus, with a concerto of the resounding mantra-like hook emboldening the expansive atmospheres. Festooned with prismatic and wide-setting reverbs, Rikke's textural vocals chaperone, the slow-simmering development of energy "redefine yourself," as it steadily and surely rises while the orchestrations of earthy percussion, vivid acoustic guitars, warm horns, and pads swell into their most apex-reaching heights. Here, Rikke buzzes over the hook: "redefine yourself, alone, alone, alone, all you knew is gone, is gone, gone." Her message is crystal-clear and earns captivation, whirring within the fleshiest part of her stunning ballad, and with falsettos tailing at her ends as the erupting last words crown over, "the box you were placed in, the walls, they fell apart, who you relied on, who you've been from the start, redefine yourself!" It's a declaration to gather your spirits and accept change with open arms—whether it feels good or bad—and only Rikke Normann could deliver it with such volubility and charity behind every instrument and every roaring top-line she so eagerly provides fans each year. Can you run us through the inception of "redefine yourself," and it's recording process? Where does your songwriting journey start, on paper, with a melody, or in a DAW? That’s a very interesting question and I think I’ll have to start off by saying I’m an old-shool singer-songwriter in that sense. All songs and music start with me and my piano or whatever keyboard's available to me when inspiration comes (that can even be the tiny digital piano on my phone, cause when in need, haha) But, yeah, most of the time (and almost all the time) it starts with me hearing melodies mashed together with a sentence or some words in my head, and that’s when I rush to a piano to let it flow out. But sometimes, like with “redefine yourself”, I don’t really know where it comes from until it’s already there. It’s like some songs are baking inside me until they are ready to come out fully finished with lyrics, chords, and everything. I think I wrote “redefine yourself” in ten-fifteen minutes, cause that was one of those songs. What are the most powerful emotions you found yourself tuning into for the performances you've captured on "redefine yourself?" Emotionally, I think I tapped into a soothing but kind of confident feeling on this.  I wasn’t sad although I had been going through time not really knowing who I was anymore. I kind of liked the new me I was starting to see, but it was still a frightening process to let go of everything I knew, including parts of myself, but somehow I just knew it would be alright. When it comes to the actual singing, we recorded this song live as a band, including the vocals, so it came very naturally. We all understood and felt the same vibe and emotion of the song, and to me, it musically feels like a gentle push in the right direction, and when you reach the end you come outstanding a bit taller, calmer, and happier. It’s all in the arrangement for me, being carried by a band that understands you and feel the same way, you don’t have to try to be someone other than yourself. Where does "redefine yourself" stand artistically in comparison to the 10 other songs you've been working on in Gudbrandsdalen most recently? I would say it’s the wiser one of the 11 siblings;) And also one of the slower. Let’s just say at least 9 of the others are more uptempo and have a lot of happiness or playfulness to them;) If you could say a few words that would act like the Prologue for the new Music you've been working on recently, what would you say and why? It’s the most me of everything I’ve ever made! I’ve taken control musically and put myself in the driving seat, co-producing it together with my boyfriend as well as playing keys on all tracks myself! The new music is just very me, topics, and lyrics with a deeper meaning, playfully hidden in fun melodies and musical arrangements. And as always it’s very varied, many different colors! This year has certainly been hard for musicians and artists all over the world. What has been the biggest source of inspiration while creating new music this year? Oh my god, there have been so many ups and downs, and a lot of my musical inspiration has come from all the emotions we’ve been feeling, but there has also been the inspiration for something totally new, at least to me. My biggest inspiration has actually been being able to slow down. I've had time to listen to both myself and the people I love around me, I’ve had time to play and have fun with music again, as well as other simple things like running and being outside, and that to me is very inspiring! The slower pace made me not take things too seriously which means more playfulness and a new way of caring for songs, conversations, people, and music. It’s like I’ve found a lot of great new music in stillness and slowing down. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Suave Colione is here to showcase his latest collection of honest and raw experiences with the heartfelt-driven album, "It Takes a Village". As an artist who usually focuses on pivotal themes of life, Suave Colione has put together this album for listeners in order to truly demonstrate his nuance as a Hip/Hop artist, ultimately through personal recollections of past and present occurrences. Suave Colione starts off the album with "Intro", a track that focuses on potent lo-fi beat collections, all while exasperating old-school energy with the chosen instrumentals. The strategic layering that Suave Colione takes on with "Intro" is enriching, providing listeners with a memorable album initiation. That distinguishable old-school design is kept in check with "Morning", the next track off of "It Takes a Village". There's a certain style contained within "Morning" that amplifies the essence of the track, and the production, specifically the integration of trumpet melodies, is what gives the song that necessary zest, and generally what attributes towards the characterizable sound Suave Colione contains. The album's thirds track, "Abba", features artist Eric Byrd, and showcases the versatility Suave Colione maintains, even with collaboration. The narrative of this track hones in on introspections of the past, grooming a flavourful environment with a potent guitar presence. Defining current trends, and the setbacks that can arise, "Abba" delves into various themes of Suave Colione's past life, allowing listeners to get a more personable view of himself as an individual. The next track, "Frustrated Heart", switches up with its emulated energy, giving more of an R&B presence. "Frustrated Heart" pursues the frustration that comes along with life realizations and the tribulations that can result. We're given an authentic performance by Suave Colione, which mainly stems from the higher level of intimacy with this particular track. We're receiving transitional stimulations once arriving at "Borrowed Time", and Suave Colione blends intricate and diverse lyricism with those dynamic lo-fi beats that tend to make a robust appearance throughout 'It Takes a Village'. Darkening the ambiance with "Broken Heart", Suave Colione provides great contrast between production and lyrical intention. "Broken Heart" ventures along with the torment that can arise with confusion and contemplation, translating various themes of character construction. Paving painful realities with the track, Suave Colione doesn't hold back with superficial dispositions, as he highlights realities of pain, and what said pain can do to an individual's mindset. The beat is instantly picked back up with "Feeling", the albums seventh track, which features artist Tauro DaVinci. From here on out, each track features some sort of collaboration, displaying Suave Colione's efficacy at colluding with other artists. "Feeling" offers a lighter rhythm, but listeners shouldn't be fooled with its composition, as the narrative still remains just as serious as each and every track has been thus far. Same as "Our Love", except with this particular track, Suave Colione and artist The Rices provide a more sensually-driven atmosphere. The melodies within this track can easily relax a listening ear, all while drawing the listener in with its intriguing storyline. That level of pure sensualism quickly dissipates with "Nobody", a track that features Ben4gvn. "Nobody" is a progressive track, outlining nostalgic elements of Suave Colione's life, and the harsh realities that could've resulted in varying decisions. Those characteristic lo-fi rhythms are ever-so present, and the added ad-libs are what amplifies the innocence of the track. Ben4gvn brings in a complementary perspective and contrasts with the performance of Suave Colione in an interdependent sense. "Lost & Found" and "He Did It" is the following two tracks, and each allows listeners to open up their perspectives in disparate ways. We're traveling along with the striking tangibility of manifestation, as well as courses through the various tractions that can result. With an enduring beat, "Lost & Found", and "He Did It" give off similar vibes, establishing a more fun component to 'It Takes a Village'. Almost instantly that energy is switched with "We Made It". The track is an anthem of struggle and the pure success that can result from withstanding said struggle. Such energy translates well into "Heros", the albums final track. "Heros" contains a certain source of sincerity from Suave Colione, and his attention is fixated on further tribulations of life, including the harsh phenomenon of growing up a certain way. The production matches that of your typical contemporary Hip/Hop track, remaining faithful with the intended message Suave Colione seeks to impart onto listeners. All in all, 'It Takes a Village' sought out various anecdotes of Suave Colione's life, as well as the history that has made him the kind of artist and man he is today. What kind of discovery did you obtain within yourself when writing and recording 'It Takes a Village?' Did you experience any difficulty with the way you wanted the music to be translated? The project came to December 2019 initially following the success of my 1st project I thought the title would refer to myself and a group of close MC friends and family put together a compilation that would change the current CHH world. But God had greater plans he started giving me a revelation to be a voice not only for myself but for all, all who endure trials in this life, and to all who need encouragement to make to the other side of their trials. It Takes A Village is a transparent and authentic hip hop instant classic that offers hope through transparent testimonials What was the most challenging, but also most rewarding aspect of creating 'It Takes a Village?' The initial challenge was getting the features I really wanted to be apart of the project. True artists that are on verge of superstardom. Obstacles with some tracks needing to be re-recorded and mix and mastering delays on return Were there any obstacles that aided in your growth as an artist? The obstacles were well worth it God allowed the best possible product to be molded not the rush version. The time allowed thorough several listening parties with me and my team to assure quality. Out of the thirteen tracks present on the album, which track felt most personable to you? "Frustrated Heart" the verses are so vulnerable and transparent. It came from moments of complete brokenness such as losing my first career job and serious financial troubles that resulted, it came from moments of really coming into my Christian walk and the moments initial fell back and conviction. Were there any components of the track made it difficult for you to communicate clearly? Everything my whole heart is on that track from every verse and every piece of the chorus. Now that 'It Takes a Village' has been released to listeners, what direction are you hoping to or planning to take with your music now? The plan is definitely to spread the music worldwide in every home. To truly spread God's Word everywhere in the way God gave me. Are there any sub-genres you're wanting to explore in, or are you comfortable with the entirety of your sound as it is now? Hip Hop, Gospel, Conscience What can we expect to hear next from you? Several visuals and major features as I continue to promote the 'It Takes A Village' project global. I'm pushing for global performance opportunities as well. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

From Philadelphia to NYC, the Alt-Rock and Synth-Pop quartet TIOGA releases their exciting and heavy-hitting single, "Imaginary Friend." Consisting of Greg Adams (lead vocals), Derrick Dieso (guitar), Austin Paragas (bass & vocals), and Henri Tyler Brooks (drums & vocals), the band continuously embraces goth-pop tendencies into their Alt-Rock and lively Synth-Pop sound. Releasing their energetic single "Imaginary Friend," what's interesting is how TIOGA managed to supply such electrifying instrumentals while the song's concept surrounds deeper themes of isolation, anxiety, and existential dread. The tightly-wound instrumentals crash our speakers with supreme power, while Greg Adams' powerhouse vocals tell an unfortunately relatable story. "Imaginary Friend" begins with bright synth melodies, Henri Tyler Brooks' vibrant drum patterns, and Derrick Dieso's electrifying guitar. While Greg Adams begins vocalizing this disheartening theme of questioning where someone was when challenges arose, Austin Parages' gripping bass licks bring the track an overall groovy sensation. The song's hook is incredibly catchy while lingering around our minds for hours on end; we're genuinely impressed with the depth and energy TIGOA placed into a track with an unfavorable concept. Not to mention the meticulously crafted instrumentals, the overall song swells to this sweltering atmosphere through TIOGA's whopping instrumentals that send us to new planes. With undoubtedly relatable lyrical content and scorching Alt-Rock/Synth-Pop instrumentals, TIOGA's single "Imaginary Friend" serves vast energy while giving listeners something to help release any pent up emotion and doubt. Hello TIOGA and welcome to BuzzMusic. We love every aspect of your dynamic single, "Imaginary Friend." Could you tell us what your songwriting process was like when crafting the song's theme and concept? The songwriting process was cathartic and introspective. We love dance music and love chasing an idea that makes us move, but at the same time there were anxieties and inner turmoil Greg was dealing with in his everyday life, and so the concept of the song is a marriage of those two things. The song is about not being able to be present and in the moment while battling and struggling within yourself with your personal doubts and insecurities, and writing the song helped Greg “dance out” those issues he was working through. Why did you choose to create such lively instrumentals to support your disheartening lyrical message within "Imaginary Friend?" We try to juxtapose the subject matter and concepts we tackle in our music with instrumentation that makes people want to dance. It’s our way of addressing issues that everybody goes through in a way that is engaging and accessible to everybody. Many people think of sad or serious songs as subdued and downtempo, so we try to subvert that and invite people to work through some things with movement. For us, we do like to let loose by filling the air with music and filling our spaces with dancing. Could you tell us about your instrumental creative process for "Imaginary Friend"? Did you begin the process with your instrumentals or lyrics? Funnily enough, the first idea for the song came from trying and failing to recreate a previous demo on a synthesizer by ear. The original keyboard part from the demo got lost in translation and from there, evolved into the main synth in the song. Everything else seemed to come naturally after that. Henri’s danceable drums contrast with the anxious nature of the song, as he tried to channel all the great tom rolls from our favorite 80s dance songs. Austin’s bassline bridged the gaps between the vocals and beat with a very dirty bass tone to accompany the lush synths and guitars. Derrick’s mid-heavy, gritty guitar tone came to life in the studio unexpectedly and helped to cut through the synth. The idea for the subject matter of the song came from a desire to write about personal experiences with internal struggles and anxieties as a vehicle for working through those issues. For listeners getting to know TIOGA, what can you tell us about what your brand tends to represent within your music's themes? Our music is about addressing the universal feelings and experiences that everyone encounters in their lives. We all share stress and anxiety, relief and triumph, personal relationships, and self-discovery. For us, writing music is an emotional outlet, a way to establish connections with strangers over shared experiences, and a way to convey meditations on complex issues in a way that’s enjoyable and entertaining. Our aim is to make people feel and experience those things by listening to TIOGA. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? We’ve been continuously inspired by the ways everyday people have adapted to the realities of the pandemic, become activists in their communities, and held each other through it all. We continue to inspire each other musically by experimenting in our songwriting with new instruments and styles, different recording techniques, and by collaborating and interfacing with other visual and musical artists. Also, our meals. Some of us picked up grilling through the lockdown, some of us are more indoor chefs. But all together, we love sharing photos of our food in our group chat. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

With a bopping bass-line, guitar riffs, and the intoxicating accent for each downbeat, "Heart Emoji" opens up with the same amount of jovial heart-mush sentiment that the emoticon would produce after receiving it from someone you secretly have a crush on. Comprising members, Ayla Tesler-Mabe and brothers Max and Rhett Cunningham, have already shared the stage with alternative-blues soulster Brittany Howard, and musical virtuosos, Snarky Puppy. "Heart Emoji" focuses on reminiscing over the past and holding faith in a new romance amidst an old spark. There is an adhesive backdropping anecdote that embellishes the feeling of upliftment you get when diving into the other-worldly soul-pop aesthetic the Vancouver based band Ludic produces so naturally on this single. Think if Duo Lipa matched up with the articulated minds behind Lawrence to cover the crooning swoonsters of the 70s. Funk-guitars, twinkling bells, articulating bass-lines, and a steady drummer who never waivers offbeat overwhelms you with how much hot-blood infatuation sits behind every intended accent they dispatch. At two-minutes, "Heart Emoji" down-shifts into their uniquely described "Alien-Motown" dominions, where modulating synths chirp radically above a deep-grooving rhythm section; that collude together amongst cow-bells, percussion, and oscillating pads. Unsurprisingly, before you can stretch your arms out from moments of relief, or catch your breath from the gyrating sway your hips have been producing for the last 3 minutes, the infatuating dance-floor Ludic assembles explodes over the resounding hook one last time, "I know that you and me just might be, it's all that I can see, match with me" Hello Ludic and welcome to BuzzMusic. What were the inspirations behind this song's groovy spirit, cohesive sonic textures, and the soul-infused top-line behind the hook? Sonically, it was really inspired by 90’s/2000’s RnB and Pop. By the time the song was done, we’d also managed to sneak just a little bit of 70’s funk in there as well! We write instrumentals first a lot of the time while having a topic of interest in mind for lyrics. Getting a beat that was extremely satisfying but also unique and angular was super important to us on this song. It was a similar approach with the melody line, making it instantly hooky but angular like the instrumentals was key to making the song stand out to us! Can you tell us a little bit about the process behind recording "Heart Emoji"? How do you usually come up with stories for your dance-inducing single? The song was inspired by an experience none of us have really had. A lot of our songs are written from another perspective than our own, and this one is no different. We explored what we felt it might be like to fall in love with someone online, through pictures, bios, and emojis! It really came from the idea that people "fall in love" with someone without even really knowing them first and go on to pursue it. The song continues to be flirty and fun but there is a bit of superficiality to it all which we're touching on. What sorts of emotions did you find yourselves channeling into for the performances featured on "Heart Emoji"? The song is really playful but also kinda sleek and cool. Confidence was really the main ingredient that allowed us to effectively change our tone and performance. You gotta pump yourself up when you're singing, convince yourself, and then you can convince others haha. Have there been any creative rituals you've found solace in as we transition from patio-season and into Flu-season amid COVID-19? Going for walks constantly keeps things balanced. Lots of outdoor stuff helps with the mental fog and fatigue we find. Rainy walks are nice too! What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? Working hard always keeps us moving and pushing for new stuff. We don’t really ever stop thinking about music/art, so we’re always pretty inspired to create. Just make sure to take brain breaks. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

Skyhart releases 'Before Leaving,' an album soaked in emotionally driven rock and acoustic songs filled with vigor and honesty. It's not too often you come by an album with songs that stick together quite the way Before Leaving does. From Emo to alt-rock and singer-songwriter, all the same, this is a solid album from start to finish. Warm tones and dreamesque worlds wash over you as it sends you afloat through a musical journey in the life of songwriter Tristan Gilliss, the heart and soul of Skyhart. This is the kind of record you can sit back and enjoy through and through. Close your eyes and take in the stories and perspectives while satisfying your want for someone to understand you better. 'Before Leaving' pulls it all together and weaves it tightly together for your listening pleasure. Most songs are relatable and truthful, from the heart, and even at times, love letters to certain people. Or so it seems anyway. The record, at any rate, is a love letter to music being an outlet for his emotions. This is what songwriting is about. Real songwriting takes from life experience and drives it out of you into the world and sometimes it works exactly the way it should. It's with great excitement we point you to this album. Dig in here. Skyhart FB Skyhart YouTube Skyhart Twitter Skyhart Bandcamp

St. Louis Singer and Songwriter Rashawn Banz has just come out with a dreamy single “Not the One.” Aiming to create a song where his audience can slow down and feel everything, his passion bleeds through every lyric. With lyrics that highlight the love and internal conflicts, he is able to reach just about any audience member through relatable experiences. Rashawn Banz immediately lets fans know that he is not playing around with his new release “Not the One.” The song opens with an electronic soundscape mixed with an electric guitar solo, showcasing his ability to seamlessly fuse the most alluring flavors of Rock and Hip-Hop. Rashawn Banz introduces his vocal talent with a simple melody that continues to hype the listener up for the rest of the song. Once he begins to sing, the entire soundscape from its beat to its subtle echos hits like a tidal wave of passion. His vocals have an electronic vibe comparable to the likes of Travis Scott, while they are simultaneously nonchalant like 6lack. Layered over a soulful trap beat, background vocalists hum the melody to give “Not the One” its R&B edge. If you’re the type of music lover who is intrigued by the lo-fi, melancholic Hip-Hop songs of today, Rashawn Banz is a new one to add to your playlists. Could you tell us about your inspiration for “Not the One,” and how it developed from an idea into a soulful track? The inspiration for “Not the One” comes from my experience of moving to LA recently. I’ve noticed that a lot of people here are chasing after something. Whether it be their dreams, personal goals, or whatever they believe will level up their life. People are very preoccupied with self, yet everyone craves intimacy in some form. So I created a scenario where two people are uninterested in Love, and they engage in sexual gratification without the expectations usually associated with relationships. Can you elaborate on the message behind your lyrics of “Not the One?” I pretty much allow the listener to interpret the music however they see fit. But if I had to elaborate, I would say that the message here is that you don’t always have to give away so much of yourself in exchange for a little validation. There are other people out there who understand the importance of putting yourself first, and you can find someone who is willing to respect your boundaries so that you are not denied intimacy while you are working on yourself. Are there any artists that have inspired your musical style over the years? How do they influence you? Artists that have inspired my musical style? I would have to say definitely The Weeknd and Future. I tell myself often that if I could compose my music to evoke the emotion of the listener like The Weeknd, but with swag and flow like Future, I could create something special. We noticed that you incorporated small aspects of a variety of genres in “Not the One.” We especially enjoyed the soulful electric guitar to open and close the song! Can you describe the genres that inspired you for this song, and how you meshed them together? Genre is difficult for me. I never think about it when I’m creating. I just end up with music that has a variety of different elements, and it makes it hard when I have to describe it to people or submit it to playlists because I never really know what category to put it in. For “Not the One”, I enjoyed the guitar bringing the rock feel to the track while still maintaining the hip hop/r&b mood.  What goals do you hope to reach by the end of the year? I’m actually working on a new project and I’m aiming to be finished by the end of the year. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

I t's definitely a special time to be a Hip-hop enthusiast when the California-bred Rapper DYYNVMIC finally breaks a two-year hiatus away from music in order to drop another earth-shaking single. With a salacious pre-chorus that sounds like the reminiscent mantras from something like Kendrick Lamar's "M.a.a.d City," this La Puente rhymester's freshest trap-hop offering, "Coupe," oozes potent vibes that diffuse from this artist's vast creative arsenals. "Coupe," is a song that carries an exciting dynamic that traverses between smooth-operating stanzas where the DYYNVMIC cheekily devastates through his nonchalant versifications, "murder on the beat, need a toe tag, looking for some ink, need some more tats, hella caffeine, but I don't crash." His cadence combined with his fervent tonality render like magnetic hooks that stick similar to adhesive almost immediately from the moment the sound pressure blesses the eardrum. As DYYNVMIC festers over his motor-sport car and boasts over his "play-hard, hard-work" ethos, "Coupe" takes a creamlike detour into inebriated, half hesitating territories where the Cali-talent ruminates over the next section he's about to lay down on his listener, it's a set-up that endows a well-worthy pay-off when the track erupts over the hooking top-line melody: "riding in my own lane (no room), handle business like a grown man, yeah my daddy always told me (make moves), now I'm doubling my money." Looking back at the gyrating, feel-good, and look-good vibe evaporating over from the California notoriety's come-back single, "Coupe" stands as the foundation for his bid over the inner working of his listeners' musical trends, with ample cue to hum along and dance to the new sonic juice he has to offer. Hello DYYNVMIC and welcome to BuzzMUsic. Can you walk us through the inception of "Coupe," and how you manifested some of the emotions you captured throughout your performance? The story of Coupe believes it or not begins almost a year ago. I used to be a member of a two-man group but within the last 2 years, I became a solo act and completely rebranded myself. I began recording and writing religiously and one day I wrote this song after my new logo was designed and it’s mantra Don’t Yield Yourself was embedded in my brain. “I’m on my own, I have a whole new path and a fire lit inside me that no one is going to stop.” Those are the emotions that fueled me to create the song, which in my opinion is exactly what my brand is all about. No matter the mission whether it be becoming a hip-hop superstar or a single parent juggling both school and work, don’t let anything stop or slow you down from achieving your ultimate goal. What were some of your aesthetic and musical influences behind "Coupe," and how did you incorporate those inspirations here? I’ve always been a fan of the art of hip-hop. The rhyme schemes, the similes, the punchlines, all that is just really mesmerizing to me. That being said I took inspirations from Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott & Eminem. There are certain pieces to each of their respective sounds and styles that I love, that I mixed together to create my own. One main thing for example is the verses. I’ve always loved how Eminem just commands the track with his verses that seem to just go on forever. I used that inspiration and really packed in a nice array of rhymes and sounds throughout each of my verses. Do you feel like "Coupe" is a genuine representation of the innovative Music you're planning on releasing as an Independent artist this year? I definitely think the song represents me as an artist. I chose Coupe as the warm single to give my listeners a taste of what’s to come next as I gear up for my first EP release on October 16th. I’ve been in such a creative and invigorated state of mind I feel that I have been outdoing myself with each new song that I write. There are lots of new tools that I have been adding to my arsenal as I fine-tune my sound that I feel the constant switches in Coupe really give great representation to. That being said I feel the growth and what I am capable of as an artist is on full display but again it’s just the tip of the iceberg. I intend on impressing and energizing my listeners with each new release. If you could give your listeners a few words that would enhance the experience you intended behind "Coupe," what would you say and why? The lyrics really say it all “Riding in my own lane, no room/ Handle business like a grown man, that’s true.” The song is 100% me. I work hard for everything I have and I myself, juggle both a full-time job and my music career. The music video shows the double life I live and I hope everyone else out there working towards something sees that, and takes that as inspiration so together we continue in our journey to success. If I can do that then to me there really is nothing more rewarding. What can we expect to see next from you? Well short term like I mentioned earlier in this interview, October 16th is the release of my first EP called “Road Work.” So you can definitely be expecting that. Long term the official launch of my brand Don’t Yield Yourself, an official merch line, lots of shows hopefully once we are cleared to get back out in front of an audience, and Music. Lots and lots of music. That is my number one passion and I really just want to create and share what I have to say with the world and hopefully, they enjoy it and we can all sing along together as make it through this thing called life. 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Coming at us from South Jersey, Lola Ann Clark is a Vietnamese and Cambodian artist who creates her music under the name Blasian Baby Lola. The seventeen-year-old prodigy does not limit her talents to one specific category; she is a singer, songwriter, model, actress, CEO, influencer, entrepreneur, and scholar. In addition to her breathtaking resume, Blasian Baby Lola has an important message to send to her fans. Ever since high school, when she started a female empowerment club called C.R.O.W.N.S. for Queens, she has been motivating her fans with messages of hope and love. As an artist, she acts as a role model by inspiring people to chase their dreams. Blasian Baby Lola’s most recent single “Issa Vibe” is yet another divine product of her many talents. The track opens up with an echoing electronic pulse paired with a romantic phone call between two people who are in an obviously affectionate relationship. This scenario sets up the atmosphere for the rest of the song to be romantic, innocent, and heartwarming. Once Blasian Baby Lola introduces her graceful voice, she is joined by a mellow R&B style beat. She collaborates with a male artist who showcases his silky vocals for a few verses, adding diversity and unique flavors into the mix. Listeners can’t help but roll their hips and snap their fingers to the sensual sensation Blasian Baby Lola has created with “Issa Vibe.” Lola’s heartfelt lyricism adds to the romantic atmosphere. Anyone who has known that kind of love that still creates butterflies will want to dive headfirst into the poetry that creates “Issa Vibe.” Hello Blasian and welcome to BuzzMusic. We are thrilled to have you with us. “Issa Vibe” is a song that many fans will be able to relate to and romanticize about! What was your inspiration for this song? My inspiration for the song “Issa Vibe” was created to make an emphasis .. on teenage romance. That having fun with someone you care about .. and creating memorable moments with them is something a girl loves.. but knowing a serious relationship is not a priority as a teen is super important to be aware of because at this age we are still learning to love ourself. So the song emphasizes 2 people caring for each other, having fun together, and still understanding the growth that the two are building for themselves as a person. Could you tell us about your collaboration for “Issa Vibe?” Why did you choose to collaborate with another artist for this song? The reason I chose another artist. Jay Saif, to collaborate with me for this song. Was because I felt like it was really important to have a guys perspective in the song to really tie the two together. He basically shares his perspective as a guy of appreciating the good times and still knowing his boundaries. You have an impressive resume as a singer, songwriter, model, actress, CEO, influencer, entrepreneur, and a scholar! Can you speak a little bit about all of these accomplishments, and how they have benefitted your career as a musician? All of these accomplishments have benefited my career as a musician in so many ways because it gives me so many topics to talk about and so many experiences that I’ve dealt with to put in my music. Especially in today’s generation the industry has so many similarities with talking about the same topics in music.. having these different backgrounds and accomplishments that I’ve made allows my music to stand out but not only that; give listeners a new perspective on different things. Female empowerment is a huge message that you like to spread to your platform. Can you tell us a little bit about why it’s important to you? Maybe elaborate on your C.R.O.W.N.S. for Queen's club and how your dedication to this cause has evolved? Female empowerment is very important to me and very important for me to spread awareness about because self-confidence and uplifting females are something that this generation struggles with. Having social media sets so many expectations and standards for females to have which allows them to compare. Bringing us females together and uplifting each other instead of bringing each other down is super important to me because having a support system especially a support system filled with the same gender can be so impacting on our future. The club C.R.O.W.N For Queens was a club created by me and other amazing females to teach females etiquette, hygiene tips, advice for becoming independent, & so much more. Not only has this club allowed me to help other females but it has also helped create a bond with females that I know I can trust and always have support from. We know it has been a hard year for musicians and artists around the world. What has been your biggest source of inspiration while creating new music? This year has definitely been hard for us musicians and artists but my biggest source of inspiration while creating new music is the fulfillment of knowing that my followers and fans are enjoying what I create and making this quarantine a little better for them. Just creating music and other content for them to watch and listen to is super important for me because they are what motivate me to continue what I’m doing. For example, I recently started an outreach campaign called “Lola Loves You” on my Instagram where I do one on one advice videos with a selection of followers I choose for the week. This not only allows me to interact with my followers but it also allows them to gain advice and information from someone that they may look up to. In the future, I have a lot of new songs coming that have great messages and stories.. and I can’t wait to share them. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC