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The Singapore Pop sensation Wils drops an ode to the stereotypical party girl with his latest upbeat single, "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)." Although the song might come off as a mockery towards these girls, Wils made it clear that it celebrates how they live life to the fullest. A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Wils' music stands strong to embrace every inch of his being and undoubtedly inspires listeners to do the same. With his latest single "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)," Wils delivers the same upbeat and nightlife vibes as The Chainsmokers' 2014 smash hit, "#SELFIE." That being said, the modern-day electronic production gives us ambient pop elements with a dash of progressive house. With hilarious and comedically relatable lyrics, this track has banger written all over it. "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)" begins with a crowd of people conversing in the distance, totally setting the song's nightlife and energetic vibe. Wils noted that he's positively embracing his feminine side with this track and taking on the role of Boozybetch, the bluntest and straightforward life of the party. The verses Wils has written are incredibly spot-on, completely embracing the party girl character and emphasizing the alpha role these women play. The production brings a sweltering club hit through gut-wrenching kicks and distant synths. Not to mention the refreshing progressive house piano, this track is truly perfect for a night out. "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)" serves all the vibes for anyone to get up and dance, while Wils takes it one step further by creating the Boozybetch character to deliver an ode to her sisters. We can't get enough of the upbeat and comedic atmosphere within your single, "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)." Could you tell us what inspired you to create such a unique track? I grew up in a toxic, masculine culture. Everything feminine in a man would be referred to as weak or gay. Growing up that way made me very self-conscious of every expression that I made. It made me display a false sense of who I was. Coming out in the United States opened up my world to how vibrant and colorful the LGBTQ community is.  There are many different personalities: some more feminine, some more masculine. I wrote this song as a way to embrace my femininity. You've mentioned that "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)" is a complete 180 from your usual music. What makes the song unique and different from your previous releases? It’s the first time I took on a female persona and performed under an alias: “boozy betch”.   I wanted to have a little fun with it! This song is a joke but there’s a bit of a serious side to it too. Regarding the production within "Basic Betch (feat. Boozybetch)," how did you infuse the song with this exhilarating nightlife energy? What was your production process like? I love going out for a good dance!  It’s one of the things I miss most during this pandemic!   It’s always fun to find interesting people who don’t take themselves too seriously. That was the energy I wanted to recreate with the song.  It’s about a girl who is sexual, positive, courageous, and fun. We've heard that since you publicly came out in 2019, multiple challenges arose for your music career. How did you face these challenges head-on, and how does your music inspire listeners to embrace who they are? One of the biggest challenges was in the beginning when a lot of news publications chose to omit any music-related news of mine because they wanted to focus entirely on the gay angle. It was important that I be out because living in a lie for so many years of my music career was unfulfilling to my life in so many ways. But I’m a musician so I want people to talk about music, too. They’re both important parts of my life. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? Nature has been keeping me really inspired in 2020! I grew up in Singapore, a concrete jungle. I never understood much about nature until these last few years in Los Angeles. It's so interesting how when you immerse yourself in a hike and just look around in nature, it brings you answers to things that you've had questions about. It’s been a difficult year for so many of us.  I really hope that everyone comes out of 2020 stronger and that they find their true callings and happiness. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Born and raised in North Memphis, Darrell Chambers is an emerging Hip-Hop artist who releases music under his persona YungVeli. Formerly known as Yung D, the budding musician grew up with a strong passion for poetry; he would share his bars with anyone who would listen. Since then, he has been working tirelessly to expand his platform and achieve his goals as an artist. YungVeli has gained lots of experience performing alongside the likes of 8 Ball, Lil Flip, Yo Gotti, Yung Buck, and more. As the first song from his recent album “Some Way Some How,” “Lessons” is a hard-hitting Hip-Hop track with will certainly boost the energy level of the listener. Perfect for a night out, or any moment surrounded by your crew, “Lessons” is a soundtrack to our ever-so-relatable lifestyles of ups and downs. YungVeli’s aggressive rapping style makes him come across as intimidating and mysterious. He showcases passion behind his lyrics with his high vocal volume and intensity – almost as if he is shouting. The musical production is consistent with this tone, keeping things heated with a vibrant soundscape. YungVeli makes use of electronic sound-effects that compliment the bass-heavy beat. An electronic tone is played every 4 beats to create a simple melody. Every alluring effect is layered over an 808 trap beat, staying true to the world of Hip-Hop and trap. Hello YungVeli and welcome to BuzzMusic. Can you describe the inspiration you used when writing “Lessons?” What do the lyrics represent? Seeing all the horrors that plague my community every day is what inspired this record. I'm just so tired of seeing the senseless killings that go on in the black community,  and on top of that, the hip hop artist continues to promote the very thing that is destroying our youth and community,  so I wanted to use my voice to steer my people in a different direction. The overall tone of “Lessons” is very intense and direct. Can you tell us how the vibes of “Lessons” compare to the rest of your album “Some Way Some How?” Lessons set the tone for the Album,  the whole project is within the same pocket with giving knowledge, wisdom, and insight on all the things that we deal with amongst our own. You have performed alongside a variety of well-known Hip-Hop artists including 8 Ball and MJG, Three 6, Project Pat, Lil Flip, Lil Boosie, Yung Buck, Yo Gotti, and Piles. How have these experiences shaped you to be the artist you are today? What have you learned while working alongside these artists? Having the respect of my peers is motivating,  it that assurance that you need at times to know that(hey)  I really belong here. Do you ever have trouble with songwriting or experience writer's block? How would you overcome moments like this? Yeah, there are times that I have trouble writing,  that's mostly when on locked in on personal issues with family,  Family comes before everything else. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? God has, I know that he has a plan for me and that plan is to lead my people through my music. Facebook Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Hutcho 48 from Ivor, Virginia, is a multi-talented hip hop artist with an ear for making enthralling songs. His latest single, “Trust Nobody,” shows what he brings to the music industry with its noteworthy lyrics and upbeat tempo. Right from the beginning, “Trust Nobody” radiates energy, and the beat is popping through your headphones. He has a way of connecting with his audience and staying vulnerable in a genre typically dominated by bold and assertive concepts. Hutcho 48’s shining personality draws you into the song, and the insane beats keep you listening. Even through the fire beats and vocals, you can still hear the emotion behind the words, the hallmark of a great artist in the making. Hutcho 48 wanted no one left unsatisfied, so he put all his effort into a short and sweet hip hop banger that you won’t forget any time soon. He raps about holding his head up high through the trials and troubles of life and staying true to yourself after being hurt. Underneath all of the musical layers is a genuinely talented artist with a dynamic and striking sound. Hutcho 48 is certainly an artist to keep an eye on, and will undoubtedly bring more heat to hip hop music with his next releases. What was the influence behind “Trust Nobody”, and what do you want your audience to take away from this track? The influence behind Trust Nobody really was just me going through some things having different relationships in my life come to an end for whatever reasons. Just feeling like I’m the same person I’ve always been to people and those people in return switch up and change really had me feeling like I can’t trust anybody. Also dealing with a breakup with somebody that you thought was gone be around forever and to see them walk away and move how the move and move funny and have friends in your neighborhood and everywhere before your killed or robbed by people close to them will really have you feeling like you can’t a trust soul. I just wanted my fans to know how I was feeling cause I feel like a lotta people feel like they can’t trust anybody When it comes to your songs, do you prefer writing them yourself of collaborating with other artists? What is your favorite collaboration you have worked on so far? When it comes to making music a lot of people freestyle but I still use the pen it doesn’t really matter if by myself or collaborating because I work the same for the most part. As far as favorite collabs go I gotta few and it’s hard to choose but me and firm gotta hella chemistry we gotta a lot of old songs together, Mezzi, we always burn the booth up together shoutout to him and my man from LA Drodie instant connection so them my picks. How long have you been making music? What is one of the biggest lessons you have learned along the way? What advice would you give to someone just starting out on the music scene? I have been making music since about 9th grade 2007-2008 first with my homies Leon and Shawn wasn’t really serious. Got back on music like 2013 with Coalition and 2gz That came to an end now currently been goin hard off/on since like Feb 2019. One biggest lesson I learned was music is super expensive and to just keep going and to believe in myself and be myself and do not need validation from anybody cause I’m doing something I love to do and if I put in the work I’m most definitely gonna see the results and I will tell anybody coming up the same! What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? My inspiration in 2020 is how far I come with this music and now really believing that this is real and I can far as I want to with it and just the overall support from people all over. It’s crazy but when real people behind and supporting you it motivate and give me so much inspiration. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

Bred from the distinguishing aesthetics of Toronto's Trap scene. Munna Cash is the freshest Rapper dilettante making a name for himself in Hip Hop's underground scene. On his latest fervently clad versifications, Cash riffles and maneuvers between scattering hi-hats, and blown-out 808, for the entirety of the intoxicating escapades behind "Taxi." With a hot-off-the-press music feature attached to the inebriating sonic experience, it's impossible not to acknowledge the star-shaped mold Munna Cash's name could be garnishing in the future. "Taxi" arrives off the heels of the Torontonian's newly released Extended Play titled, "Cash Season," where the young cut-throat Rapper infatuates us over his Big Screen Trap-House productions with a relentless nomadic measure. For his Video-cut, Cash transports us between the Central down-town streets of his native Canadian city amongst the aged neighborhoods of Old Toronto, with cuts between himself and his clique recoiling within Urban lofts and in the back of a yellow-cab Taxi. Here, while Munna Cash nonchalantly versifies with a swagger in his step and a warble in his cadence, the scintillating pressure behind his low-end 808s produces a provocative sense of overwhelming lure. "Taxi" is a production that fits effortlessly over the JUICE WRLD-reminiscent character that the young word-slinger divulges. It's an eye-opening escapade for us as an audience, as we recognize what the next best thing coming out of Toronto looks like. And it renders in the shape of Gucci-festooned belts, expensive brand names, and unextinguishable desire to be the next biggest thing in Hip-hop performing under the moniker, Munna Cash. What were some of your greatest memories when you think back to the shoot for "Taxi," and if you could pick out one location where you shot as most crucial in the video's spectacle, where would it be? Greatest memories when I think back to the “Taxi” shoot was definitely when I was in the back of the Uber (as you see in the video) with OTR and the cameraman playing my songs and shooting the Video while driving around Downton. The location that was most crucial in my opinion was definitely the “Prescribed Shelter” Shop one of the hardest upcoming brands in Toronto. Being in there wearing different clothes looking like money while with all my friends made it even better. How did you end up channeling the emotions you needed in order to lay down the hooks for Taxi, and how did you embody that same temperament when filming the video feature? When I made Taxi all the mandem were in the studio with me turning up basically a little party at the studio that day. I was feeling good that day and it just came to me “riding round in a f*ckin taxi” I had a wild night before and just expressed in the song. For me to embody the same temperament when filming the video it came together easy. From I made the song I always had an idea for the video and whenever I’d think of something I’d write it in my notes. Myself and my team came together out ideas together and that was it from there. What's been your biggest learning experience after releasing your latest Extended Play, and why was Taxi one the next song you decided to garnish with a Music Video from that entire record? My biggest learning experience after releasing my latest Project is that the sky is the limit and now I just have to keep my foot on the GAS because they’re tuned in and my time is coming. Taxi was the second video I decided to release because not only was it the second song but the ideas and all the brainstorming I was doing while thinking about it I knew it had to be the next one. Do you plan on releasing a new music video for every cut off your latest record, "Cash Season?" What can we expect next from you? No, Not every single song will have a video but I promise either 3/6 or 4/6 will for sure! You can expect lots of new music, videos, even some interviews and 1,2 features, season 2 of “BSR” clothing line will be coming out around the end of September!! What has been keeping you inspired in one of the most challenging years? In one of the most challenging years what’s been keeping me inspired is definitely my supporters. They play such a big role in this for me because without them I wouldn’t feel the need to be in the studio making so many songs. keep me motivated with messages, comments, reposts, and just showing love, in general, it means the world to me. My team behind me and my family are the other half that keeps me motivated, pushing me to go to the studio, shoot videos stay engaged on social media all that I’m thankful I have real ones in my corner that just want to see me shine. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Human Tribes Collective has come out with an expressive and compelling series of songs meant to speak to all with an open mind. Breaking boundaries in music, this culturally rich album sparks deep thought and reflection, drawing parallels between spiritual and social issues. Light Warriors bring you "Desert Tribes," a song part of Human Tribes Collective and the album' Codes of Creation.' "Desert Tribes" combines tribal drums sounds along with airy flute and other instruments. The song contains little melody, allowing focus on the lyrics embodying harmony and peace. The song feels like a spoken word poem, with clever metaphors that drive home their message. They speak of unity, and how the blood we bleed is all one color. Using music, Human Tribes Collective aims to bring together the cultures from around the world into something that will spark change and spiritual transformation. The earthy and mysterious sound uses many cultures as an influence, woven intricately through each song. "Desert Tribes" makes a statement using powerful phrases and enunciations, for example shouting certain lines for emphasis. Make sure to check out the rest of the Codes of Creation album for an even more in-depth look into the artistic developments of Human Tribes Collective. What sparked your interest in doing such a culturally relevant album? My experiences from global travel left deep sensory impressions on me over the last decade. Musically, my ears first opened years ago while exploring free jazz, starting with late-period Coltrane, Alice Coltrane, Phaoraoh Sanders, Sun Ra to the 90s downtown NYC Vision Festival scene spearheaded by William Parker. I sought out the albums that were blending instruments from around the world into their experiments. That opened the door to compilations of field recordings like Folk Music of Albania to styles and genres that the music industry labels "World Music", which is essentially colonization of sound with impact on opportunities that come with Western success measures like the Billboard charts and algorithms that lack any sense of human curation. To me, this music is infinitely inspirational because there's a feeling that most of today's industry standards that somehow kills the vibrations and natural energy, regardless of genre. How do you take these influences and turn them into something that will resonate with everyone? Well, I'm glad you feel it will resonate with everyone (laughs)! Because, honestly, I didn't make this music. It came through me. My hand, choice of instruments, lyrics were all guided by the energetic realm. It came in code and vibration and I just channeled the entire album. I didn't question what ultimately wanted to be heard by, hopefully, everyone as you suggest. Those with open hearts and adventurous ears will find it and absorb the universal themes and codes within. “Desert Tribes” was quite the unique piece, how would you summarize the message of this song? It carries many meanings of spirit, unity, and reverence for our planet, all of its inhabitants and ecosystems. It's a plea, a warning, and a practice. It's an energetic flag marking a turning point toward an age of transformation... hopefully. We don't have long before we destroy this planet. In connecting deeply to heal the Earth, we can unify and transform our individual and collective selves. All of the information is there..." She's shouting and screaming/We better listen" is the blunt force of truth... everything we do to neglect the planet is self-neglect. If we don't act, goodbye humanity. Can you elaborate on what it means to be born of spirit and ceremony in the Land of Origins? In 2018, I was part of an international delegation of 75 people from around the world -artists, activists, spiritual leaders, thought leaders- to Ethiopia, where Lucy, the oldest recorded human skeleton resides in Addis Ababa, hence the Land of Origins. It felt like a pilgrimage. We visited Lalibela and conducted an improvised interspiritual ceremony on the night of both a lunar eclipse and a super blue blood moon. The collective energy and vibration were beyond anything any mind-altering substance can only temporarily provide. It was a peak experience that unfolded many more magical moments in our time there and since. It's from this moment that I started hearing Human Tribes Collective music. What are your next steps after releasing Codes of Creation? How do you think this piece will spark the minds of today? For me, Codes of Creation is a complete spiritual work of life experience, not quite a concept album, not scripture or religious in any way, but certainly guided energetically and altruistically that tells a very current story from the first note of "Chetan" to the last lyric of the album in "Love Ballistics" that says "this life is a gift." Again, I was just the instrument played by the army of angels that guided its creation. How it gets heard by whom and how it impacts listeners, will be its own story. I can only hope it triggers something transformational for listeners as it has for me. I'm going to allow the universal flow to dictate what happens next. I feel more material percolating, absorbing the current global energy, the madness of it all, and the beautiful moments too. I imagine when it's time to create, it'll come fast and furious as long as I keep my ego out of the way. The intention is to collaborate with musicians from around the world. I believe they will present themselves when time is right. What can we expect to hear next? I have some video concepts for a few songs on the album. I'm also working on the next Light Warriors album. This will be our third. I have a bunch of other recordings in the works as well. And my label, Highest Frequency Records, is hitting the five-year mark in January, so I'm working on a compilation from all of the projects. Instagram Facebook #BUZZMUSIC

From the East to the West Coast, the lyrical rapper That Yung Lad tells an in-depth story with his latest single, "Flowers." "Music is my first love and my last love," That Yung Lad states. TYL always strives to inspire others within his music, bringing old school excitement into the modern-day scene while continually having a positive influence on his audience. Releasing a blunt and honest storyline with his latest single "Flowers," this is genuinely the perfect introduction track when getting to know That Yung Lad and his unique concepts. With sweet old school and minimalistic production, we're perfectly able to dive straight into TYL's relentless lyricism. "Flowers" surrounds the story of a man delivering his postmortem thoughts; TYL narrates this story in which he engages listeners by reciting intense lyricism towards a damaged relationship. The track opens in an incredibly peaceful manner, with soft piano melodies and a toe-tapping beat. That Yung Lad's vocal performance resembles that of an early J. Cole and MGK, enchanting our ears with crisp and raw delivery. With bars like, "I want no flowers when I'm gone, only got 'em for yourself cause you're feeling bad baby," TYL brings vast honesty and in an exceptionally unique and poetic way. It's difficult to ignore such immense talent when we see it. That Yung Lad not only encompasses this but defies boundaries in Hip-Hop with tracks like "Flowers" that shakes the listener's mind and provokes needed reflection. We have "Flowers" on repeat; everything from the minimalistic old school beat to your intense lyricism intrigues us. How did you come up with the track's direct storyline? Oddly enough, I came up with this storyline after the death of Kobe and specifically after being at a bar down at LA Live during the first Lakers game following his death. I went with a good friend and we hung out at the memorial, saw the flowers and gifts that die-hard fans had left, then ended up hanging at a bar and having a few drinks as we watched the game. This was an insanely emotional night as you may imagine, with everyone there being more than just a Lakers fan, but a Kobe fan. I myself am not even a Lakers fan. I thought a lot about death in the following days after that game. I wondered who would leave flowers for me whenever it's my time to go. I then went to a more negative place and specifically thought about the folks that I wouldn't want to be there. From there the song came out and it ended up as a message to those who never really had my best intentions in mind, kind of like a nice way to say "fuck you." Overall though, I do believe the storyline is positive because I'm talking about how I'm at peace with the way any friendship or relationship has gone in the past. This storyline isn't directed at a single person, but probably around 15-25 people. When creating the sonics for "Flowers," how did you go about blending nostalgic old school elements with modern-day production? Do you try and remain old school, or are you experimental in that realm? I do like to pay homage to the old school and I try to channel that mentality in my music, but not on every song.  I'm very inspired by all rap (and music) regardless of era or time period, but I do have a soft spot for that old school feel. This leads me to experiment on songs and trying "non-traditional" things out as well. My favorite time period for rap is around 1994-1998 so I do think my love for that specific time comes out on every song in one way or another. For "Flowers" the whole beat is inspired by a McCoy Tyner Trio song and sample, that's where the old school elements really stem from off the bat. I had heard a similar beat that had initially inspired me to write "Flowers" that I then took to the next level with my producer and good friend Notez Musik. I found a local pianist, Kenstramentalz, in Los Angeles to take the sample in his own direction and was so happy with what he came up with. I sent those keys over to Notez who created a drum pattern to complement it and the rest is history. It was truly Notez who was able to bring in that modern-day production with his skills and Ken who brought the soul on the keys. From there, the lyrics I was able to write overlays it well because, to me, the flow and style say "old-school", but the lyrics and rawness say "new-school."  Writing your bars for "Flowers" must have been an intense process. What was it like writing such grim yet honest lyrics, and what helped you channel these thoughts during the process? I may have answered a bit of this question in my response to question 1, but there is more I can say. So the death of Kobe was the spark in writing this song and that helped me channel my emotions into words. I always had these feelings deep down somewhere, but I had no way of getting them out. I became really reflective due to the powerful outpour following his death. Adding on to that, I live in Los Angeles, and being down there at LA Live the first game back basically doubled down on all those emotions. I thought about what would happen when I die as I'm sure many folks have thought in the past. I went from thinking about the people who would be at my funeral because they cared about me, to thinking about the folks who are disingenuous and would show up just to save face. This thought may seem negative, but it was very positive for me. There is no love lost in my mind with the folks who I've either lost touch with or lost relationships with. This song became something of my own anthem for being at peace with it all.  The process of writing the song was enjoyable, in the moment I didn't really understand what I was writing, I just was typing away. Exuding all these feelings not only made me happy, but it helped me understand myself better. I also wrote only the first half of the song and chorus shortly after the death of Kobe. I wrote the second verse after Notez sent me back the finished beat. That was about 2 months after I wrote the first half. With what he was able to do with that beat, I just wrote away as I listened to it on repeat and finished the second verse. It really just came to me. At the end of the day, music is a major thing that allows me to channel my thoughts and emotions. To add to this, sometimes I write things that I don't even fully understand. I believe a lot of artists and songwriters do that, I believe sometimes your subconscious is coming through the pen. After writing this song I did a lot of self-growth and learned that, for me, certain types of passive behavior really bother me. As I reflect on this song, so many of the folks the lyrics are directed at engaging in those types of passive behavior. Seeing as you've moved from the East Coast to the West, what sort of impact has this made on your music and sound? Would you say that your music captures aspects of both places? I do believe that my music captures aspects of both the East and West coast. However, being raised and living in New Jersey until I was about 24 means the East Coast will always be a part of me at my core. I believe when you listen to my music, the first thing you hear is that I'm from the East Coast somewhere, most likely New York-ish (I was raised about 35 minutes outside NYC in NJ). There is a roughness and/or rawness to my voice and how I go about presenting myself. The mentality is what has left the biggest impact on me. Where I come from, you go after what you want unapologetically and you strive to always be better. You don't wait for someone to give you permission, you just do what you need to do to capture your vision. That's not to say that isn't the mentality in LA, but NY and LA are two very different places when it comes to the general mentality. I think anyone who has lived in both places would tell you that. Folks on the East Coast are more intense, folks on the West Coast are more laid back. Personally I think for mental health, the East Coast could learn a lot from the West Coast's approach to life. The rawness of the East Coast certainly has impacted my music. Some of (but not all of) my favorite rappers are Nas and Kendrick Lamar, so it's interesting to draw so much inspiration from two coastal legends. They're both similar in terms of their lyrical prowess, but so different in their style and approach. At the end of the day, I want to channel my inner intensity, rawness, and passion for my music. All those things happen on both coasts, they just happen in different ways. I have to also say, the laid-back "chill" nature of the West Coast has rubbed off on me and I can feel it in my beat selection most specifically. I've openly asked myself if I could have ever written my song "One Day" off my debut album without having moved out here. Without a doubt both Coasts have impacted me, I'd just give the edge to the East since that is where I'm from. What is one goal that you'd like to achieve by the end of the year? I started off the year wanting to grow my catalog. I have a lot of songs on Soundcloud, most of which are remixes, but my issue was what listeners would see when they went to the major DSPs. My goal was to release about 18 songs or a full album by 2021 and I'm really happy to have released my debut album "TYL the Wheels Fall Off" on August 28 on all platforms. My goal now is to release another 3-5 singles before January 2021 and continue to grow my catalog. Instagram Website #BUZZMUSIC

Detroit's Ellison is back with a new single "2021", via Imastar Records, on September 26, 2020, which is the follow-up to his infectious song "Sing". A lot of people, companies, and businesses have placed their focus on the future and for a better 2021. That’s were Ellison’s new single “2021” comes into the picture loud and clear. Ellison says “From the Black Mamba to the Black Panther. From racial injustice to COVID-19 shutdown, 2020 has been a year of turmoil and challenge. Many people have already “canceled” 2020 in their minds."2021" attaches hope, longing, and fun for the year 2021 and personifies the excitement of meeting the year that will be “my baby, be the one!" “2021” is a bit of retro mixed with modern. It’s a tune that infuses the classic Pop and R&B sounds of Motown with James Brown syncopated funk! Ellison manages to present soul in a new yet classic light. Ellison states, “I wanted to write a song that allows people to hope and look forward to the future while still having fun!” Listen to "2020" here. instagram.com/ellison0001 facebook.com/randy.ellison.733 #BUZZMUSIC

Coming in hot from New York City, the up and coming artist Sean Stephens releases his gleaming debut single, "Violet Wonderland." Currently working on the entire EP titled "Violet Wonderland," Stephens has participated in many live music scenes, playing Derek in the Off-Broadway production Camp Morning Wood and now making waves in New York's cabaret scene. Finally releasing his lively debut single "Violet Wonderland," Sean Stephens has instilled this track with heated passion and picturesque lyrics full of love and life. The upbeat production gives this modern flair and keeps our toes tapping with each deep kick and groovy transition. "Violet Wonderland" begins with House-infused piano chords and exhilarating drum patterns, not to mention Sean Stephens' playful vocals delivering warmth and energy. As the track progresses, the upbeat production accompanied by a funky bass lick creates this highly danceable and energetic atmosphere, perfect for a memorable night out. Sean Stephens switches up his vocal delivery and goes into his verse while rhythmically rapping and giving the track many modern elements. Contrarily, his background vocals and supporting instrumentation give this irresistible 80s disco flair that adds incredible depth to this delightful debut. While closing off the track with tremendous energy and passion, Sean Stephens has highly impressed us with this thorough and stimulating single. "Violet Wonderland" gives listeners boundless inspiration to go out and achieve whatever they desire, while Sean Stephens serenades us and continues this inspirational tone for anyone who needs it most. We love the energy and life that exudes from your debut single, "Violet Wonderland." Why do you feel that this song is the perfect introduction for fans getting to know you and your music? I grew up listening to pretty much any genre of music I could get my ears on so my influence is pretty vast. At the core, I love pop music and making pop music, there doesn’t seem to be a lot of rules in pop. So “Violet Wonderland” takes all aspects of music that I love and throws it into a blender. Within your single "Violet Wonderland," we can hear many modern elements that are interestingly supported by nostalgic and funky aspects as well. What sort of atmosphere were you initially attempting to create within the song's production/instrumentation? I wanted to give a nod to Prince while also throwing in elements of Britney. I feel like funk is finding its way back into pop music so I wanted to explore what mixing that with bubble gum-epic choruses would feel like. There’s a lot of sass and fun to be had. We've heard that you're also deep into the Musical Theater and cabaret scene. Do you feel that doing live theater has given you an advantage within your music career, and has it helped your music flourish in any way? Musical Theatre has given me the chance to explore characters that helps in pop music. A lot of times these 4-minute songs are chances to escape so theatre ties directly into that. Escapism and theatricality is the root of pop music. Speaking on your upcoming EP "Violet Wonderland," what should listeners expect from the project? What does the project mean to you, seeing as it's your first EP? I really hope I can give listeners a journey into my brain with this EP. I love exploring different textures and layers of my style so expect it to venture into different genres. For so long I’ve wanted to put my own stamp on music so this is my opportunity to use my voice. Instagram Twitter #BUZZMUSIC

Like countless artists suddenly suffocated by the grips of isolation at home, the Brooklyn-based multi-instrumental producer Nick Louis appears to have taken the pandemic as the perfect opportunity for a creative tag-team. In the past few months, he sorted through his mind's musical hard drive and came up with the backing-tracks for anything and everything the Lyricist "H. Warren LaSota" would upload and send his way over the internet. It was the beginning of something sonically astronomical, and this month—the Folk-duo now performing under the cognomen, "Almost Sex"—release their debut single, "Knock Off," festooned with heart-melting melodies and a buoyant cadence. It's a project that probably happened ten times over by the time August came around, as artists began colluding over Skype and Facetime for their next artistic collaborations. But with the clandestine Folk-pop vibes oozing from this title, Almost Sex's first sonic offering feels like something an enchanting experience that only comes around once in a blue moon, by a chance encounter, and only when the stars align. Opening with the heavy-weighted chugs of an acoustic guitar that feels so intimate, you can hear Louis's fingers chaffing little against his strings, "Knock Off," suggests like a slow-supple drive down the poetic narratives spun together by LaSota herself. When the duo's soft-spoken croons materialize into existence—diffusing from the fleshy walls of the closed-door room they sing in—it's almost impossible not to feel lost in the buzzing sensation their voices instill, as the hair stiffens off the back of your neck. As their soft-intonings synergize over quivering unison, the two Talents quietly devastate with their fleshy resoundings, "I'm starving when I look at your friend, and I see, it can't be their ever-changing trend. I break before you bend," As you float-along past enamoring verse and captivating hook, "Knock Off," renders up like a nighttide walk through the cohesive, creative juices of two unrelenting musical talents; chaperoned mainly by the up-close and personal versifications of Nick Louis while LaSota garnishes the breaths of her partner's every word for a combined effervescent texture. Imagine sitting in a dim candle-lit room, with an introspective serenader articulating heavy-hearted incantations over his guitar and the empyreal whisperings of an angelic muse gliding over you like a welcomed draft in a hot and sodden room. There's no shortage of Folk vibes, with an earthy beat the festoons the more evolved sections and transitions of "Knock Off." And as the final twinkles of coruscating muted-pads hum their ambiance dripped notes from the backdrops of the mix, you're left wondering what kinds of sensation this talented duo will muster up for their next upcoming Folk endowments. Can you tell us more about the narrative you chose to highlight through "Knockoff?" Was this a song based on real-life experience? At times, when you first meet someone, you feel pressure to go to bars or parties you might not typically go to, or their friends are people you don’t think you’d otherwise spend much time with, but you go anyway because you’re interested in the person. ‘knockoff’ is based on this feeling, and with the lyrics, we built a hypothetical narrative around that feeling. Basically, there’s a new couple whose dynamic is tested when the ‘knockoff’ feels pressure to be someone they’re not in order to impress the friends of the ‘prettiest pretender.’ The response is, “maybe I’m a knockoff, but I’ll still get your rocks off,” so maybe I’m not as posh and cool as you think your friends are, but if you put that all aside, I clearly have what it takes to make you happy. What sorts of emotions do you both need to channel into to capture and deliver the performances featured on "Knock Off?" For us, building a narrative together has been super fun and successful way of collaborating. Starting the narrative can be like setting aside a few colors for a painting. Once you’ve selected them, you can imagine how they would interact with each other on the page and keep the process moving. In that way, Nick picked the “colors” for our song ‘knockoff’ when he began working on a rough melody on the guitar. The mood and emotion of these initial riffs inspired the characters we ended up writing about in the lyrics. What's been the most significant learning experience for you two as artists collaborating virtually during 2020? A departure from normalcy has been the theme of a lot of people’s experiences so far this year. In a lot of ways, this was scary and intimidating, but the shake from our routines allowed us to open up to new possibilities. For instance, the process of writing melodies based on lyrics was new to Nick; in the past, the lyrics always came after the melodies were in place. When we think back to when we first started talking, there was no possibility of meeting in person. It’s hard to imagine we both would have stepped out of our comfort zones and bonded as quickly as we did if it weren’t for the crazy circumstances. If you could give us a few words that would act as the Prologue to the experience behind this Debut single, and the rest of your anticipated Musical Catalog, what would you say and why? There is such pressure to become hyper-specialized or to be able to define oneself in a few words or labels. We both have chosen unique and challenging career paths, and as such, have had to grapple with certain societal expectations that just don’t make sense for us as artists. As we continue to write music, we hope to resist the tendency to become pigeonholed or work within a single genre or style. It is important for us to feel the freedom to move laterally as we grow rather than climbing a single ladder. We believe in taking time to stay up to date on political and social issues and support and learn from other artists in music, as well as other disciplines. Nick is pretty politically active, and Warren is constantly experimenting in different artistic mediums. We both believe that whatever we learn will only make our music better when we come together. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? Before we’d met in person, I was just sending lyrics to Nick with a rough outline: here are some verses, here’s a bridge and a chorus, etc. and he would respond with melodies to match. This was a wonderfully fun way to work. Nick is insanely talented, and opening up a gorgeous demo with my words in a song I’d never heard before was an incredibly unique experience. Our remote collaboration was definitely a huge source of inspiration, joy, and motivation for us earlier in the year. Since meeting and working in person, which was unbelievably exciting in itself, we have been enjoying experimenting with our process and are enthusiastic about finding new ways of collaborating. Instagram Website #BuzzMusic

The Chi-town R&B/Soul Singer/Songwriter, Vocalist, and Multi-Instrumentalist Natalie Oliveri release her deep and passionate single, "Sunday Love." With performances in Tokyo, Paris, New York, Amsterdam, and London, Natalie Oliveri has shared her blissful and soulful music with vast international audiences. Not to mention sharing the stage with Gloria Estefan, Estelle, and many others, her music career has indeed hit the ground running. Her latest single, "Sunday Love," allows listeners to drift into a daydream with her melodic and angelic vocals. Natalie Oliveri sets an irresistible tone within this song, primarily through her sultry lyricism and supporting mellow and groovy instrumentals. "Sunday Love" opens with a dazzling and sparkling sensation through mesmerizing production effects. As Oliveri begins to grace us with her intriguing vocals, she starts telling a story of being submerged within someone's presence and living in the moment. As the track continues, the soulful drum patterns and supporting keys provide the ultimate R&B atmosphere exuding passion and heart. Natalie Oliveri beautifully serenades the listener with her airy vocals, and without hesitation, she swiftly jumps into a stimulating Spanish delivery that adds this intense dynamic aspect to the heavenly track. Ending the song with dreamy R&B instrumentals through mellow basslines, ambient keys, and serene electric guitar, we're completely captivated by the song's entire vibe. Natalie Oliveri gives listeners this boundless sensation of love and affection with her latest single "Sunday Love," and provides an excellent portrayal of heartfelt emotions through her vivid and descriptive lyricism. We love the vivid and poetic lyrics you've written for your single, "Sunday Love." What inspired your lyrical message, and why did you want to create such a heartfelt ballad? To be honest, I was listening back to one of my favorite Mariah Carey albums "Daydream" and came across "Underneath the stars"... it became the engine to my lyrics from that point on. I grew up on Retro Soul music and have been wanting to write a love ballad in that genre for a while! I was thinking about how beautiful it feels when you meet someone and you find something special in them. You want to help them find the best version of themselves and literally spend every day of the week with that person! ha. Regarding the instrumentals within "Sunday Love," what was your recording process like? Why did you choose to keep the instrumentals so organic and natural, rather than heavy electronic elements? I worked on this one with my friend Justin DeGuzman ( Deeper Manila Records). He sent me the drum loop idea. I fell in love with the groove and initial 4 bar chord changes. From there I re-structured it, added some keys, and an additional bridge with percussion in the mix ( Spanish part). I then asked some amazing musician friends Marcus Machado ( guitar) and cartoon (bassist/producer) to add some tinges to make it sound more retro and raw. My voice is super chill so I like keeping tracks organic and spacey so that I can work with harmonies and sweet mellow parts. My intention is to make the listener go to a dreamy peaceful state. Smell the flowers, look at the sky, fall in love, etc.... lol. You took us by surprise within "Sunday Love" when you began singing in fluent Spanish. Do you usually spice up your tracks with a Spanish verse? Have you created songs that are solely in the Spanish language? Yes! Glad you enjoyed that part. It was my favorite section to arrange/produce. I am half Colombian and grew up playing Colombian percussion instruments. I had a Tambora (Colombian Percussion Cumbia instrument) nearby when I was writing the song and had the inspiration to create the Spanish bridge breakdown with it. So much fun adding a Cumbia rhythm within an R&b groove! Yes! I run a small music catalog company called Melody to Beats. Have written Spanish music in the past. One of my tracks called "Vuela" was actually in a novela on Telemundo! ️. Releasing all of my music in the coming months on "Melody to Beats" ( via Spotify and all digital platforms) I love writing in all genres of music and since I am fluent I write in Spanish any chance I can get. We've noticed that you've collaborated with many distinguished acts and artists. What's your favorite part of the collaborative process, and could you give our readers some advice regarding what to expect going into a professional collaboration? Absolutely. I actually enjoy the collaboration process with different producers and musicians rather than solely writing from scratch which I used to do for a living. Topline writing has been so fulfilling over the last 8 years. I've been asked to be a featured vocalist and hook writer on some really cool projects and albums alongside some of my favorite producers and artists including Talib Kweli, Georgia Muldrow, FKA Jazz, Eneeks, Gloria Estefan, Casey Benjamin, Freddie Joachim, Onra and the list goes on! Its all been word of mouth and just getting good feedback from other music colleagues that I admire and grow with. Being professional, knowing your worth and humbleness is key. As far as advice, I try to be as clear as possible with communication and understanding of the track or project we are on. Also being appreciative of other people's time and talent. Bpm, references, sending stems accordingly, and being on top of things with deadlines. Respecting each other and compensating when you know someone is spending a good amount of time on a project and vice versa. It absolutely is a living for me but if the music is really good and I believe in the project when there is no compensation, I am open to collaborating as long as we split writer percentages accordingly. As a songwriter its important to have an understanding of production and recording tools, plugins, song structures, themes. Initially, it also comes down to experience and learning from previous mistakes. It makes you better as you go. What has been keeping you inspired in 2020? MUSIC. What a gift it is to the world. Especially during this time. It's similar to reading a book where you can sometimes escape to another place or memory whenever you want. I hear a Colombian track and I pretend I'm in the streets of Medellin. I hear "Square Biz" by Teena Marie and I go back to being in New York on a Friday night Soul in The Horn Event (Shout out to Natasha Diggs and Dj Prosper for running the best dance nights in NYC!). I hear "Ribbon in The Sky" Stevie Wonder and it takes me to a time when I fell in love with music as a child and when I had my first crush. 2020 has been eye-opening, raw, and real. I think as humans, we have been accustomed to having distractions in our lives. This year we have been able to look at ourselves in the mirror and realize that we could do so much more and do better for the world and for each other. We've had to sit with our reality like never before and I think in a strange way it has been a blessing to some. At least in the sense of being and doing better. It has allowed me to prioritize, be grateful for what I do have, and value family and friendships in a more profound way. I have become more inspired in that sense and don't take things for granted as I used to. It has given me time to write more music and practice gratitude like never before. instagram.com/natalieoliveriofficial #BUZZMUSIC