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Luke Vande Heiden is the Grand Rapids-bred eclectic Rock songster performing under the moniker—The Heiden Underground. It's a Rock and Alternative festooned amalgamation of sonics that projects a sonic rendition with the foundations of mystifying storylines. And it all arrives in bipartite, like an A and B side record, as to not lose the sense of the millennial experience he's usually diffusing from every upbeat and cherubic upswell his latest musical catalog produces. On "Monday Heroes"—the freshest release to arrive from his two-part release schedule—Heiden takes you on a purifying journey that traverse between an anthemic upbeat chorus and gospel-like mantras in the verse singing, "halls of angles, I walk alone, teenage dreams in a reality zone." It's his lyrical incantations that fester up the fleshy moments in music when goosebumps erupt from your skin, and that's precisely what happens here. As the clean-amped guitar chaperones rhythm in tandem with the punchy drums and saturated bass-guitar, Heiden drops an introspective inquiry, for which he answers with thoroughgoing conviction, "What do we have to complain? Fortune beats on us through the rain." In the subsequent choruses, an urge to sing-along with the hymn-like hook erupts almost instantaneously, and as the core of the good-will, good-vibe sonic journey arrives at their epic electric guitar and vocal synergizing apexes, The Heiden Underground reminds his audience that the anthem rock influences are of his past are not far-gone. Looking back, "Monday's Heroes" renders-up like those songs that you could listen to all day, completing any mundane and laborious task with a wide-eyed smile on your face. Though it may be more of a straight-forward, lyrically defining anthem rock track—varying from his previous eclectic-leaning escapades—Luke Vande Heinden proves that when he stretches out his creative arms, he's bound to grab onto something tangible and meaningful, embellishing himself with a new independent skin. How did you go about recording "Monday's Heroes"? Were all the instruments done by you personally? Or are there guest musicians throughout? Monday's Heroes was recorded at River City Studios in Grand Rapids, engineered by Austin Ruhstorfer. The lead guitar was played by Detroit-based guitarist Cory Allen, and bass was played by GR musician Koty Schoenberg. Everything else (rhythm guitar, drums, vocals) was played by me. Can you tell us about some of the emotions you tend to channel into when performing your previous singles, and how it compared to those you drew from on "Monday's Heroes? Monday's Heroes is definitely a nostalgia-driven song, whereas "Song For Shana" is about romantic disappointment, and "Whiz Kid" is more cynical as it deals with the dark side of social media and tech culture. But all of my songs, I would say, explore the choices we make as we go through life, whether it's societal/generational choices ("Whiz Kid" or "Monday's Heroes) or more personal ones ("Song For Shana" or "Walk Of Shame"). What's your favorite part about being an Independent Artist? Is it creative freedom? The ability to unpack and repackage your creative intuitions without outside doubts aiming back at you? It's definitely creative freedom. I will fully admit to being a control freak when it comes to music and, scary as it sometimes is, I love the idea of every single decision in this project being mine. It also means I have no one else to blame when something doesn't work. If you could give your listeners some words that you think would enhance the experience behind "Monday's Heroes," what would you say and why? I hope "Monday's Heroes" connects with listeners who are maybe feeling some 90s nostalgia right now, who grew up with alternative rock and Lollapalooza and TRL, etc., and I hope it brings them back to high school for 4 minutes (in a good way!). I also hope it connects with a new generation of music fans who might be looking for something beyond what the Top 40 is feeding them, but that they can still crank up in the car and sing along to. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? A lot of different things actually. The city I live in, conversations with friends and fellow musicians, and even the pandemic in a weird way, how it said 'You have nothing to do but stay inside and make music. Do it.' Facebook Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Los Angeles-native artist FREDDY is here to shed more light on her personable ability to speak truths to her listeners, all while providing lyricism that contains serene depth. FREDDY is the kind of artist that naturally has a compelling component to her vocal sound. She draws you in with her potent presence and performs with such distinguishable properties. Wanting to bend the genre of sound her music falls under, FREDDY ensures that her influence is extracted from various entities in order to provide a dynamic experience for her listeners. With introspective lyricism and emotionally-affecting tonalities, FREDDY has no problem with bringing a quality performance to the listening table. FREDDY has released two paired singles, titled "Under Wraps (Interlude)" and "Party Of One". Together, the two singles pair quite well, as their storylines and harmonies mesh in a very complementary way. "Under Wraps (Interlude)" starts off with a persistently soft piano melody, which only continues itself with a combination of other electronic effects. FREDDY allows listeners to get a very intimate and vulnerable look at who she is personally and artistically, venturing along with painful realities of how she remains strong. "Under Wraps (Interlude)" ends up pairing quite well with "Party Of One" because the two singles speak on similar, although varying, topics. FREDDY only continues the soft and personal recollections with "Party Of One", as the single speaks on the pain and reality of lost relationships, and the realization that a "party of one" typically is the route to follow. The melodic guitar strumming creates a mystical listening environment, allowing the delicate vocalism of FREDDY to shine and exploit itself in the warmest way. FREDDY has that natural vocal ability to perform affecting lyricism, and she plays on the accentuation of various intonations in order to unravel various emotionality. FREDDY kept us captivated and heartfelt during "Party Of One", and listeners are ultimately left feeling some type of emotion with the single. All in all, "Under Wraps (Interlude)" and "Party Of One" bring graceful and sentimental storylines to light, bringing listeners in for a close look at the mindset of FREDDY. What kind of similarities and contrast did you feel was potently present between "Interlude" and "Party Of One"? Can you delve a bit into the reasoning behind pairing these two singles together? I was originally putting out an EP called 'TRASH' but a lot has happened in the last three years and I went in a different direction production-wise. The interlude, "Under Wraps" was going to be in the middle of the project and act as a preview, hinting at "Party of One". The interlude beat was written by my good friends Chris and Teeb. It's just like a dreamy, stream of consciousness diary entry moment that came out of me as soon as I first heard it. I just feel like someone has to be able to relate to being confused as fuck yet full of hope and faith. There aren't any similarities really except they’re both vulnerable as hell. I wrote "Party of One" alone on my couch in like 20 minutes after a whole bunch of bullshit transpired and an old friend of mine wrote the cool, intricate, folksy guitar line the next day when I sang it to him acapella. "Party of One" was the turning point for my sound I think. When I wrote that and got the first demo down I was like yes okay this feels super me. I need a folksy, southern feel across all my music because it feels authentic to who I am at heart and like ignites this physical fire in me - that type of instrumentation. I actually wish we recorded the whole guitar line on banjo. For me, the solution is always more banjo haha. I'm honestly just a big, silly mess and I feel the two songs do a good job of making the big silly mess that is me seem pretty and "together". Not to mention writing what hurts always seems like a good idea and I was hurting so badly at the time. Would you say that it was difficult to construct "Interlude" and "Party Of One" due to their personal nature regarding their narratives? No. Not difficult at all. Therapeutic as hell actually. Both songs flowed out of me so quickly because I was super in my feelings at the time. I wasn't trying to write a song, I was just crying a lot haha, and trying to make myself feel better by purging all my thoughts. Lyrically just being completely transparent and not trying to write a good song. So many people told me not to release either because they aren't “bangers” but I don't care. I'm sure a few people will enjoy them. I deal with my hurt through humor I think, so although “Party of One” was one of the saddest times in my life, the song came out as the kind of like a melancholy, funny story. I wanted to say much gnarlier shit to the people it’s about, but the silly little digs came first so I rolled with it. I think I’ve said this before to you guys but I’m not like a songwriter. I swear angels whisper phrases into my ears when I’m my most introspective. Are you able to share with our readers the milestones you've surpassed thus far within your music career that have led to the creation of "Interlude" and "Party Of One?" Woof. I’m not sure I’ve surpassed any milestones yet because I have so far to go still haha. I guess the biggest thing has been overcoming fear and really adopting the go for no attitude in addition to really taking control of the music I want to make. The last few years have been crazy. I have worked with so many different people. Many who are no longer in my life. Unfortunately a lot of really hard lessons…SO MUCH CRYING! Haha The biggest milestone is probably finally having confidence in what I do and what I want to say and what sounds and feels I want to be in my music. I demand much more of what I want and the music that follows from here on out will embody that. I trust me more now. Where would you say you gather the majority of your influence on songs like "Interlude" and "Party Of One?" “Under Wraps” had no inspiration from other artists or concepts except the producers themselves. Chris and Teeb are phenomenal human beings and so good at their craft. The lyrics and melody came to me all at once the day I heard it. I think it’s just one of my meditations recorded. Once I realized “Party of One” was not just me crying and whining and talking to myself on my couch and could very well be a song, I specifically crafted it after hearing Post Malone’s “Feeling Whitney”. It’s by far my favorite song of his. (He is a massive inspiration to me). It didn’t turn out as good as his, but it was heavily inspired by it. What's next for you? 2020 has been quite a whirlwind. My heart is heavy for everything that has taken place. I’ve just been praying a lot for everyone and will continue to pray. I also just plan on continuing to make music and put out more and more material. I hope one song really catches someone’s attention enough to sign me to a major. I am hopeful to get on someone’s tour as an opener when touring comes back. I’m moving my best friends to Nashville in November and plan on working a lot over there as well. I have two more releases coming out before the end of the year and a couple of music videos coming out in early 2021. Just gonna keep on grinding so I can eventually sell out MSG! That has been and will always be the end goal. Whatever happens after that is just cherries on top. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Music duo George Khouri & Joséphine are shedding light on some trendy topics lately within their recent release of "Tiger Queen". Inspired from the infamous show, George Khouri & Joséphine decided to craft a single dedicated to the one and only, Carole Baskin. With reference to her current involvement with Dancing With the Stars, George Khouri & Joséphine felt driven to act on such contemporary themes. Already have a long track record individually and collectively, the music of George Khouri & Joséphine brings comedy, sensuality, and intriguing contrast to light. "Tiger Queen" explores the avenues of relationship turmoil, delving into the variety of mixed feelings that can arise from such doubtful thoughts. There's a sultry quality to Joséphine's vocal play, and her tonality creates a voluptuous ambiance. George Khouri most definitely contrasts Joséphine within "Tiger Queen", offering an interesting dynamic for listeners to pick apart. Joséphine fills the air with playful melodies, and George Khouri brings an assertive and simplistic performance. You may quickly realize there's potent assimilation of ad-libs, and we find they only work to amplify the sensuality of the song. All in all, George Khouri & Joséphine bring their collective rhythm and personas together in "Tiger Queen", sharing their ultimate success in collaboration. What drove your motivations to create your single "Tiger Queen", which was influenced by the popular Netflix series, Tiger King? If there’s a Tiger King, then there must be a Tiger Queen! The entire series was a circus, and that’s exactly what the song feels like. So many ups and downs in emotions. Two men fighting over a woman who in the end proves that the power is her hands only. How would you describe the level of collaboration that ensued during the writing and recording phase of "Tiger Queen"? We changed the mix over 100 times! Most of the time creating the song was spent experimenting with effects and dropping different ad-libs. We even have a vocal sample of someone on an actual safari in the intro of Tiger Queen. As artists who are both driven to create impactful music with affecting performances, how did you feel you complemented each other's artistic visions? In my first verse, I’m rapping from the perspective of a guy trying to get his girlfriend back. In my second verse, I’m rapping from the perspective of a guy trying to convince a girl to get over her ex. Throughout the song, Joséphine explores entertaining the possibilities of each. Tiger Queen is more or less a soap opera playing through your AirPods. What kind of next steps are you both planning on taking within the next few months, music-wise? We’ve had great success with making songs about current pop culture topics. So far, we’ve released “Tiger Queen” and “Will & Jada.” Can’t wait to see what entertainment news headline inspires us next...third time’s a charm! What's next for you both? Beyond music, I’m writing a feature film and Joséphine is working on opening a coffee shop! We’re excited to see how our music careers play into our other ventures. instagram.com/mrgeorgekhouri instagram.com/itsjustjosephine #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing from Santa Cruz, California, Rapper and Singer-Songwriter Amplified has just released a music video to his recent release “Look Like.” Amplified is the type of artist that bridges the gaps between genres and creates his own unique blend of sounds with his songs. “Look Like” has an old-school backtrack with a mix of Jazz and Rock and Roll flavors. Having a subtle soundscape leaves room for attention to be placed on Amplified’s impressive vocals. He appears in the video dressed in a vintage beige suit; he sits in a chair with an air of nonchalance. Seen from the eyes of an old video camera, the video also includes neon doodles for a vibrant effect. A sense of irony stems from Amplified looking so relaxed and laid back in his chair – meanwhile he is spitting mad bars. The video includes retro-style subtitles that allow the listener to follow along to his witty lyrics despite his rapid delivery. After about a minute, the video takes a turn as Amplified sends a message about the power of the internet. He transitions into a YouTube screen with his video playing in the corner as custom ads pop up to bring awareness to relevant societal issues. Can you elaborate on your production process for both the song and the video? The production for this song was kind of wild. I had originally written this song to another instrumental online then later created the original composition to what it is now with my producer friend Xdrixn. I started writing the lyrics to this song in-between my Uber rides/shifts. When I finished a ride, I'd play the instrumental and would continue writing from where I left off then I'd practice the lines in my head or under my breath when I picked up the next person. Once I wrote the whole song we created the instrumental, recorded the first verse, and then didn't touch the song for 6 months... I didn't even know if I liked it or not until I started showing the song to my peers and performing it unfinished to test the waters at my shows. People loved it and freaked out when I'd perform it live so that gave me the inspiration to get back to the song, finish it and be intentional with the production. We spent hours attempting different cuts with choruses, but I just wanted to rap and focus on my message getting through, so we cut the chorus and made this hard-hitting double-time rap song with a major switch up for the ending. What is your main inspiration when writing your songs? Are there any specific artists or genres that consistently inspire you? I don't have a primary inspiration. What inspires me is the feeling a sound generates. For example, when I hear a sound, a series of notes, or the mood of an instrument, it hits me in a way that I can't fully explain. I would say my inspiration is circumstantial. There are so many different artists that inspire me for different reasons, but right now eclectic artists like Frank Ocean, Childish Gambino, and Dominic Fike inspire me. They have so many styles in which they approach creating music with and that ability to be different while still the same simultaneously is hella extraordinary. Can you tell us more about the message behind your lyrics for “Look Like?” What does the ‘YouTube page’ section of your video represent? Look Like is a song addressing a person's perception and/or pre-mature judgment on who I am, why I rap and make music. I feel that I've never shared who I am and where I come from (in recent years especially). I wanted to get back to why I love this so much, why I do this, and address those questions of "who the f*ck is Amplified.?". I wanted to dig deep into how I got started, showcase the skills I've developed, and comment on the current state of being an artist in 2020 where people do anything for attention. Why did you choose to give your video such a chill atmosphere when the song has such intense energy? The music video to me isn't chill at all lol. I think it starts laid back, but for the most part, it's extremely fierce and eye-catching with all the titles and the constant switch up of visuals. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? 2020 has kept me inspired because there's no room for excuses anymore. The world has literally stopped moving and our former way of life of fast-paced 'live for the weekend' mindset is gone. There's no excuse for being too busy or not having enough time. 2020 has lit a fire under me to create at my best, and not hold off projects. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

From Nashville, Tennesse, Alternative Rock band Tiger Run was formed by Jeff and Dan, both full-time music lovers looking for a creative outlet. Both Tiger Run members have been experimenting with music since their high school days, and thought what better time to come together than the present? Their latest single “We Got Tonight” shows Tiger Run’s wild side and thirst for a good time. This robust rock song features retro guitar, a good beat, and enthusiastic vocals. “We Got Tonight” is all about embracing the now and not letting life pass you by. In the best way, the vocals embody being carefree and letting loose through music. They let the guitar lead the way with catchy riffs and a thrilling, tenacious melody. Whether you’re by yourself or dancing around with friends, feel-good rock songs just like “We Got Tonight” is an entertaining way to pump yourself up and spend quality time with some rejuvenating music. The spirited lyrics and ensnaring chorus are enough to hook in the listener and make this song one you always come back to when you need a pick me up. Tiger Run wants to show people what they are made of, and “We Got Tonight” is the perfect track to do just that. How did the idea for “We Got Tonight” come about? The idea for "we got tonight" came out of this desperation to start making memories again. COVID has affected everyone and most of us (myself included) have wasted a lot of time this year. Summer was almost over and we were thinking. Let's get out and have some fun! This song was birthed out of that. But is it not rock and roll if we say we were still responsible for our memory-making? What is the first thing you do when you get a spark of inspiration for a song? I grab my phone and make a voice memo. Then when I'm finally sitting with my guitar or computer, I go through my voice memos and see which one speaks to me and I just go from there. If you were to ask any other musician to collaborate with you on “We Got Tonight”, who would you pick? Why do you think they would be a good fit for “We Got Tonight?" Would it be weird to say Harry Styles? I love his voice and I think he would take this song to another atmosphere. What is the dynamic like for Tiger Run? How do you work together to ensure your music captures both of your styles? Dan will start with a very simple idea, maybe just a bass track and a rough midi drum track. Jeff is a production wizard as well as a great guitar player. He adds so much sauce to the pan. Then we flesh it out together. It's a really nice process. There is no ego in this band so we just kind of throw stuff to the wall and see what sticks. What’s next for Tiger Run? Do you have anything exciting planned for the near future? Honestly, Tiger Run is always creating. We always have a few songs in the works. We'd love to play shows but that doesn't seem to be happening anytime soon so we are just in creative mode and looking for any new or fresh opportunities we can. If you know of some, send 'em our way! What has been your biggest source of inspiration in 2020 when looking to create new music? I think the whole vibe of Tiger Run is born out of an underdog sense of Punk Rock. So being grounded and being told we can't do anything this year has given us this inspiration to prove that we can still make things happen even when the industry is shut down Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

FYVEYES from Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, is preparing the launch of their debut album that has been in the works for over a year. Members Harry Young, Harper Champion, and Harry Champion formed the band in 2019 and are still in their teens, working hard to develop a thrilling and spunky sound. “Come And Love Me” is the latest release from FYVEYES, and the second release overall, featuring energetic guitar and vocals with a classic rock feel. What really grabs your attention is the striking guitar solos that radiate a bold and fun atmosphere. The vocals add an element of grit and sharpness, with lyrics embodying the passion and feelings of not wanting to slow things down in a budding relationship. “Come And Love Me” keeps you in suspense with constant dynamic changes, never letting up on the enthrallment. The feel-good nature of the melody and instrumentation makes “Come And Love Me” perfect for a live show or at-home dance party. FYVEYES are entering the hard rock music industry with a bang and are here to show us what they can do. The debut album from FYVEYES is called “Elephant Room”, so keep your eyes peeled for that next release. What was the recording process like for “Come And Love Me?" Being a newly formed band, was there anything that surprised you about the process? Originally we went into the studio with the intent of recording a 5 track EP in October 2019. But after talking with our producer, on the second day of a 5-day session we decided to instead start recording an album. We spent the rest of that week tracking drums and bass and would come back throughout the next few months to record the guitars/vocals as it was easier for us to afford that way. The recording of the album was quite a drawn-out process (also largely due to the interference of COVID) but overall it was a very enjoyable time for us and I think that really comes out in the record. How does “Come And Love Me” compare to the rest of your album “Elephant Room?" The album is quite a fun, fast, aggressive record, which ‘Come And Love Me’ encapsulates quite well. Some of the tracks have a darker, heavier tone on the record but they all share the same intensity and grittiness that makes them come together What inspired the three of you to come together and form FYVEYES? Does FYVEYES have a particular meaning? FYVEYES was originally formed back in 2016 with myself and three different band members, with the intent of entering a battle of the bands like competition. Our bassist at the time chose the name FYVEYES, it’s based on The Five Eyes (FVEY) intelligence alliance comprising of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Originally my guitarist and I wanted to call the band ‘The Shambollicks’ as we were really into punk, but admittedly FYVEYES was a better name. Eventually, we all moved onto other bands, and my band members at the time all went off to uni as they weren’t passionate about pursuing music. We then decided to form the current FYVEYES as the three of us shared the same passion for music with the intent of recording some tracks and playing some fun live shows. All of us had played together in some form in the past, our drummer Harper being my brother and our bassist Harry went to the same boarding school as us. Where do you see your sound going after your “Elephant Room” release? Would you ever experiment with different sounds? We believe that changing our sound from album to album is important. We want the next album to be more diverse and incorporate new instruments and sounds. We still want to make aggressive, gritty music but also want to experiment creatively and go places that we haven’t gone on the ‘Elephant Room’ record. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020 and what can we expect to see next from you? Once our record comes out we have a lot of shows coming up, some in places we’ve never played before. We find inspiration in the experiences we have and are looking forward to being able to play live again after a long hiatus due to COVID. No doubt this will get the creativity flowing and we are hoping to then get back into the studio and make another record. We already have some new songs written and a vision of what we want to create from there, so we can’t wait to get into it. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Wholesome artist Cmagic5 is back at it with manifesting new music, and her recent work establishes her level of versatility, specifically when regarding genre style. Cmagic5 is known to offer realistic viewpoints and understandings within her music, consistently sharing her strong character in each and every track release. This time around, Cmagic5 wants her listeners to understand a new level of affection and insight, which means that she's choosing to focus on therapeutic elements of musical collections. Cmagic5 has released the R&B-driven track, titled "You Don't Know". With a heartfelt storyline, dedicated to the mindset behind attraction, and all of the highs and lows that surface as a result, Cmagic5 unravels her vulnerability, ultimately allowing listeners to see a genuine side of her artistry. The beat is simplistic, yet full of poise and the right amount of energy to match the elegant vocal execution of Cmagic5. The sweetness of Cmagic5's vocal performance is what draws you in, and her connectivity is what keeps your attention fixated on her. The accompanying music video for "You Don't Know" is just as intimate as the content of the song, and listeners get to experience the emotional state of Cmagic5 in a direct way. Adhering to a condensed format, "You Don't Know" has displayed raw and honest motives of Cmagic5, whilst allowing listeners to see a more seasoned side of herself, both personally and artistically. With the release of "You Don't Know" came to a transition for you regarding the genre style you typically adhere to. How did the construction of this single relate and/or contrast to other singles you've released in the past? Soon after my previous release “Just Wanna”, many fans expressed the summer bop actually helped them feel elated during an unprecedented summer in quarantine. This motivated me to share a different part of me and experiment a fresh style with a different theme which would be even more personal, wholesome, and relatable to the listener.“You don’t know” brings us fresh R&B vibes infused with jazzy, melodious chords and encapsulating vocals for a feel-good end of summer track progressing into a fall mood, symbolic of an emotional transition to self-worth and realization. In contrast to my other upbeat singles, “You Don’t Know” is driven by sultry R&B vibes that complement a phase in life when you’re just madly in love, to a slow build-up of inner turmoil and confusion prior to a potential breakup. Its the calm before the perfect storm! It is a recognition of one’s self-worth and self-respect amidst an unhealthy relationship. “You don’t know” is infused with sensual and soul-stirring melodies sprinkled with high bells, followed by haunting backing vocals and adlibs which take classic R&B melodrama to the next level and make this track ultimately therapeutic to listen to. It’s candid and conversational lyrics speak directly to the heart. Without a doubt, “You don’t know” has helped me to transition and evolve as an artist and explore diverse musical landscapes. It has enhanced my overall emotional growth. Being at home, and just being able to sit down and write down my thoughts with its highs and lows from a different perspective, was itself a welcoming transformation. This track was inspired by the style of Tony Braxton, Kiana Lede, Weeknd, and Summer Walker. What kind of response have you received with "You Don't Know" thus far, and was it the type of response you expected to receive from your listening base? The feedback that I’ve received just after a couple of days of its release has been tremendously positive and has definitely inspired me to get more music underway. Listeners have been pleasantly surprised with my refreshing style and are loving the adlibs and effervescent BG vocals in the wavy R&B soundscapes that have evoked a constant “replay” response along with it’s overall soft, slow-burning, and sensual melodies. This time the track is accompanied by its debut music video which digs deeper into the mystique of love, so raw, pure, and straight from the heart. It takes us back to a more naive time when to your dismay, your lover is only making a pit stop and does not even care to know about your favorite things. You’re stuck in this foggy, blurry period of realization and revelation, a confused state of mind, an enigma, from an ecstatic state of mind to feelings of insecurity prior to potential heartbreak. Pain and anger in the song are expressed through evocative lyrics and soulful vocals, yet the music gives off a very relaxing and nostalgic vibe.“This song is inspired by events and conflicts that the majority of people encounter with their love interest at some stage in life. Like all the music that I write, it’s expressive and lyrical. It’s interesting because you are eager to unveil the end, curious for more. Being an artist who essentially does it all when it comes to the crafting of your music, do you feel that you have an advantage in creating new music, particularly when it came to "You Don't Know?" Being a self-managed artist no doubt can be challenging. However, personally, I believe it empowers me to have freedom of thought and speech. I am able to articulate and relate with my audience first hand and be original and creative. I can authentically emote by building an expansive narrative, and through evocative vocals, create my own unique sounds, juggle with techniques and styles and be confident and put new music out there. It's even more rewarding when I am able to perform my own original new songs in front of a live audience. The experience of a zesty uproar from the audience as the floodlights flash into a kaleidoscope of alternating colors on a live stage are indescribable in words, as I transport the audience on a 3-minute journey to the exact moment of the song. What do you feel is next for you and your music? Can listeners expect to receive any further twists and turns when it comes to the style, or are you planning on keeping it consistent from here on out? Being a musician, I feel it is important to explore different styles and genres. While my main genre is pop, the uniqueness of my sound is created by fusing other sub-genres into my songs. I never want my music to be predictable, and always want my listeners to expect the unexpected when it comes to my music. That itself is my style consistency. I truly believe that “variety is the quintessence of life”.I try to represent my artist brand in a way that takes the uplifting and empowering messages from my music and channelize that energy through a vibrant and exuberant visual style. While I still have time to talk about stuff that I haven’t experienced yet, feel-good, relatable music is especially crucial during these times. Fans can anticipate music that is novel from every perspective. Instagram #BUZZMUSIC

Coming at us from Seattle, Washington, Inkwater is a solo Hip-Hop project who has just released a Hip-Hop anthem labeled “New Dark Age.” His musical influences growing up were eclectic, and since then he has introduced ‘dark and melodic’ flavors into his music style. Musician Josh Brown manages his visual art, songwriting, recording, mixing, and mastering. With Inkwater’s most recent single, he showcases his immense talent through his heated production and poetic lyricism. “New Dark Age” is not the type of song you would sit around and chill to. This track has the energy level of a banger and therefore requires a stimulating atmosphere. The single kicks off with a mysterious atmosphere created by its electronically influenced production. A trap beat soon takes over with an emphasis on the bass and Inkwater introduces himself vocally. His quickly-paced rapping flows well with the beat and gives “New Dark Age” it’s ‘party anthem’ feel. Through his introspective lyricism, Inkwater reflects on a perspective of life through the lens of depression, systemic racism, and battles with mental health. Inkwater showcases his vocal talent at the end of the song with a few verses sung with a soft voice, allowing the listener to wind down from the high that is “New Dark Age.” Can you tell us about your lyrics for “New Dark Age,” and what message they represent? Why is it important for you to share this message? New Dark Age is about the experience of having a depressive breakdown and how seeing America turn on its black citizens this year has exacerbated the trauma. I’ve dealt with mental illness for years, but This time it’s a FACT that nothing matters. Now it’s plain to see that death isn’t even the worst end we can face. Could you tell us about the writing, recording, mixing, and mastering process of “New Dark Age?” I recorded everything in my home and engineered everything myself. I had to do the whole thing on my own because I have no other choice. I feel like a loser saying it, but I don’t like relying on other people that much. It’s literally making yourself vulnerable for no reason. I truly know that I have too much control, but I’d feel like a burden pushing the responsibility onto someone else. How does “New Dark Age” compare to the rest of your songs? How has your music evolved over time? It’s leaning in the direction of what I’d like to make more of. The rest of my tracks are kind of following that standard, honestly. It’s one of those things where I wrote it in a depressive rut, and then the George Floyd protests started happening. It all meshed together and just became one thing. If anything, though, I’m aiming for more airtight lyricism. Words honestly never came easily to me, this is all an uphill battle. Do you ever experience a ‘writer's block’ during your production processes? How do you overcome this? Not during production. I’ve been producing instrumentals for a decade at this point and I can knock out a track in an hour or less. It’s mainly that I get stuck refining. It’s hard to get to that phase where everything licks in and makes perfect emotional sense. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? Not much. It’s been difficult even taking care of my health this year. My mental health isn’t great. Still, little things really help. Rewatching the Last Airbender series and trying to collaborate with artist friends has been making the effort worth it. I’m hoping for more of that for sure. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Indiana-based Pop-Rock outfit CENTRE just released a new single entitled "Heartbeat" and it really swarms around your brain giving off an almost vintage alternative pop vibe. The song bursts into its rocked out chorus and makes you want to stand up and get your fists in the air. This is reminiscent of a song you'd want to show to your high school crush. One of the nice touches about this song is it's saxophone solos. Yes, you read that right. In place of guitars, these guys laid in a damn solid sax solo pushing the envelope even more towards that youthful vintage early 1990's feel. But guess what. It works oh so well. The song is heartfelt and genuine. "Heartbeat" seems like something you wanna hear as a teenager lighting up a cigarette and driving over to your significant other's house to hang out. Very very well done and air-wave worthy. CENTRE FB CENRE INSTA CENTRE SPOTIFY CENTRE TWITTER

From teaching piano to writing electronic music, Ama Chir is no stranger to the realm of music. After receiving his bachelor's and master’s degrees in music, Ama began to compose his own music, inspired by classical music and her old favorite bands like Thursday and Taking Back Sunday. Ama Chir’s latest Spotify release is a fully instrumental song he has named “Song4”. "Song4" is mostly piano, with light percussion and electronic sounds added in to spice things up. The melody is simple and repetitive, the perfect song to learn if you are a beginner piano player or looking to try something new. He switches up the dynamics and plays around with the melody as the song progresses. The simplicity of “Song4” would make it a nice song to play in the background of studying or working, an extra boost of motivation without being distracting. Ama Chir’s music shows that he is just going with the flow and experimenting with fun sounds. He is not taking life too seriously and is inspiring others to follow their heart and think less about the people around you. Ama Chir has other instrumental tracks on Spotify as well, so check those out if “Song4” interests you. Listen to “Song4” by Ama Chir here. Hello Ama Chir and welcome to BuzzMusic. What gave you the idea for “Song4”? How long did the production process take? My writing process is fairly organic. I come up with a melodic idea or a rhythmic groove, and build off that. I’m a believer in living-in-the-now musically speaking, so I get it done as quickly as possible. Song4 was written in like an hour. How did your university education in music help develop your sound? What is the biggest lesson you learned? Understanding theory and all that it entails is paramount for me. Harmony, rhythm, tonality, form—this is music theory. Understanding these concepts creates a foundation for musical expression. I don’t incorporate a very complex harmonic language into my electronic music, however, knowing the rules allows you to open your mind to new possibilities. That said, I doubt anyone wants to hear a whole bunch of chromatic mediants or secondary dominants outside of the classical world, but maybe Song5 will get a little wild.  Do you create all your songs like “Song4” on your own? What is your setup like? I write everything on my own. My setup is very low-tech. I have a keyboard, a guitar, and a laptop. I use Finale music notation software. I don’t really care all that much about the bells and whistles. If I can get my ideas to 80%, that’s good enough..move on to the next thing.  Do you ever incorporate your songs into your student’s piano classes? I have one student that is really into EDM, so we have discussions. Other than that, my students are strictly classical.  What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? I have been absolutely JAMMING some oldies from my younger years. Early stuff from bands like Thursday, Senses Fail, and Shai Hulud have been on repeat lately. I actually don’t listen to electronic music much myself, apparently, I just write it; guess I’m an outsider trying to breakthrough! Instagram #BUZZMUSIC