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Las Vagas based Rapper Symphonic is an artist whose music is the culmination of lyrical flamboyance, freedom of speech as an individual, and instrumental beats that will knock your socks off. Taking inspiration from icons such as The Notorious B.I.G., Gucci Mane, Cardi B, Madonna, and many more, Symphonic is well versed in the art of making a catchy song and is here again to showcase how he pushes the boundaries of hip-hop. With Symphonic’s latest release “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin’” is perfectly complemented by an attitude heavy music video that is full of vibe, Symphonic transports us to the streets of Las Vegas to show us how Symphonic runs it. “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin’” features a lo-fi synth that keeps a simple yet tense melody going throughout the tune, 808 drums that hit you like a truck, and a vocal performance from Symphonic that perfectly transitions from a solo intimate vocal to a chorus that pops out of our speakers with the use of Symmphonic’s dead-on accurate doubles. Spiced up with flavorful adlibs, and then drizzled on with a characterful music video that shows off Symphonic’s personality, “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin’” is the perfect song to blast from your speakers when you want to feel like you rule the world. You can find “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin’” here. Hey there Symphonic! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We can’t stop vibing out to your release “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin’”! What was the mentality behind coming up with the lyrics? Is there a personal story in this song that you wanted to share with the world? The mood that I wanted to set with "Saucin'" was pretty much to be you, dress how you want, and have fun without any worries of what anyone has to say! This is a song that can get you amped to go out to the club, to get you ready for a job interview, anything that requires motivation! As far as a personal story? The song is more a general statement on how to carry yourself than it is anything that has happened personally. I feel every artist should have that one banger in their catalog and this one is mine! We’re loving the attitude heavy but slightly quirky music video for this one, what was that whole filming process like? What was your favorite scene to shoot? Thank you! The filming was done on a whim during the COVID-19 lockdown here in Vegas. There aren't too many times in life where you could have the Las Vegas strip all to yourself and be unbothered so I jumped at the chance to film what I could. Daniel Vegas did such a lovely job with the visual and took all of my ideas and made them POP! My favorite scene to shoot was definitely the one where I was on the pedestrian bridge overlooking Las Vegas Blvd. How playa was that?!  The music production of “Saucin’ When I’m Walkin'” hits us hard in the chest while keeping a light heart, what was the inspiration behind the beat? Did it come after the lyric writing? Shoutout to King LeeBoy for producing this hot record. This song actually was recorded in early 2018 and I KNEW when I recorded it that it would be something special and something I shouldn't rush. Two years and a music video later, here we are! Since your earlier releases such as “Put 'Em to Work”, how do you feel you have grown as an artist from then to the music you are creating today? Great question! That's one of my favorite songs by the way. Shoutout to the iconic BLONDIESOSWEET aka Sonny Sicario for making it even spicier for me! I think for me, I just honed in more on my own distinct look and sound. I stopped making the music I THOUGHT people wanted to hear and started making the music that I wanted to hear. I'm an ever-growing, ever-changing, dynamic ass artist if I can be so bold. I'm always finding new flows, new ways with words, new creative risks to take on and new inspirations to fuel my fire. Oh, and I also started learning the business side of things and doing way more for myself than I ever thought was possible.  What else can we expect for 2020? YOU CAN EXPECT THIS ALBUM TO DROP ON JULY 3RD!!!!! *insert Cardi B okurrrr sound* THAT'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT! My debut album 'Intention' that I have been working on for the past three years of my life is finally ready to be taken out of the oven and served to the children. I'm overwhelmed with angst but also excitement because it doesn't get more ME than THIS and I'm ready for my fans and the newcomers to get to know me on a deeper level. Eye to eye. Me and you. You can also expect more music videos, more cute ass photos of my fluffy self and hopefully, some shows(?) Gotta see what Ms. Rona is up to first before I commit to performing in another packed venue. I gotta be around to make more moments and more music for y'all, you heard me!! instagram.com/iamsymphonic twitter.com/iamsymphonic #BUZZMUSIC

"La Boca" sounds a life away from the more contemporary pop and quiet R&B of recent years, batting for a more universal dominance over the simplistic R'n'B title she covertly loathes. Here, she is once again supported with frequent collaborator and Co-Producer Tatum Rush, as the two synergistically bend the rocksteady vibe to their will. "La Boca" is a pulsing cross-cultural interchange that makes use of Pilar Vega's sensual Caribbean flare, with an injection of the substance. Pilar delivers like she's at home and radiates heat, both in video and in harmonic form. With a home video reminiscent theme, the catalog of shots of Pilar in and around Ticino cascade as the camera slowly zooms and cuts in on the focal star of this track vibing out. It's a charming and cohesive support for "La Boca," as the tropical feeling notions hint throughout the video and the sound's bumping feel. A hook that commands attention quickly emerges between the strings of a clean electric guitar, floating over a meticulously well taken care of low end, evoking a steady sway as Pilar sings with an enamoring vocal filter and timbre. As the bridge merges into a warping filter effect —as if to transport us back into the deeps of this tune— another killer chorus warps back in for another round. The beat bottoms out with a kick that bites, and as the shots of Pilar blur in and out of focus, the textures and even modifications of scenery keep this music video fresh, as its endless valley of groove remains inescapable. Both Pilar Vega and Tatum Rush have come together to engineer a genre-bending sensuous banger before. Still, the accompanying visualizing is necessary this summer, as it's sure to cool off some unwelcome tension. And as this song lets go of its steady embrace on our ears, "La Boca" proves to remain a classic for many moons to come, as this duo once again shows they've mastered their craft. Welcome to BuzzMusic Pilar Vega! We're thrilled to be experiencing this song and its visuals for the first time. How did you endeavor to establish the tropical feeling tone of this new single? Did it come naturally to you, or was there some influence from a less immediate source? Thank you for inviting me. I would say my Caribbean's roots and the possibility to work with such an inspiring talent, the benefit to the song. What do you like most about co-producing with Tatum Rush? What is typically in writing/producing session between you two, is at all laughs and gags, or serious business? Besides the fact that he’s extremely creative and inspiring, I like that everything we do comes naturally. I would say there’s a more serious first step where I work by myself. He usually sends me these incredible beats and I then vibe with them till I find a melody. After it’s just about the inspiration I get from my personal experiences that helps me write the text of almost every song. The fun part comes when we actually meet for the recordings: it’s about laughs, jamming, drinking, try out new things...oh and recording of course. What strikes so well in this video is how natural you seem to express yourself on camera, even as candid as some of these shots are. Where do you find the empowerment to express yourself so naturally and vulnerable? I honestly don’t know. Maybe it feels authentic cause during the shots I am really living the parts I play? I guess I’ve always tried to interpret my roles by imagining myself in those actual situations. So for me being pissed at a guy and waiting impatiently for him to show up, wasn’t that difficult to play cause you know...it had happened a few times in my life too. It's been a pleasure having you here with us at Buzz Music! Can you tell us what's in store for you this year? Are you planning on releasing or collaborating with anyone new? This year is gonna be full of surprises. I’m really excited to show you everything we did till now. I have so many new songs coming in collaboration with Tatum Rush and with different artists. From a more electronic to a laid back R&B sound and too much more. What they all have in common is an unmistakable dreamy mood. instagram.com/pilarvegaz #BUZZMUSIC

Jameel Mason is a New Brunswick based Hip-Hop artist who has been channeling in his emotions into a rhyme-book that soon became the birth of his debut release “No Turning Back”, which has gained the attention of hip-hop icon Eminem. Since beginning Jameel Mason’s career, he has released two critically acclaimed mix-tapes and continues to push the boundaries of what the genre is capable of. Jameel Mason recently released his brand new single “Quarantine Mami” and we are loving every moment of it. Keeping up with his signature flair of having a gritty but yet smooth vocal that is full of heartfelt lyricism, “Quarantine Mami” takes all of that and elevates it to new levels. We couldn’t help but feel at peace while listening to this one, Jameel Mason tells us about wanting to find that someone to spend quarantine with and that’s something that we feel a lot of people will be able to relate to. Halfway through we were introduced to Alix Ford’s beautiful voice and were blown away from how well it complimented Jameel's more intimate performance. “Quarantine Mami” features a dance-hall-like drum beat, smooth but bitey synths that perfectly grasp for your attention, and then the awe-inspiring vocal performances from Jameel Mason and Alix Ford. We are thrilled about this release and cannot wait to hear what else is coming from Jameel Mason. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jameel Mason! Your latest release “Quarantine Mami” is full of vibes that a lot of people can relate to nowadays. How do you feel this song will relate to the mass majority of people? How does it relate to you? We are living in unparalleled times, a global pandemic, this event is affecting all of us. I believe the message of the song is something we all can relate to - especially for the single people out there. I’ve been on a couple of quarantine dates hahaha We’re loving the performance between you and Alix Ford! How did the two of you come to meet and what was it like to work together? How was the lyric writing split across the two of you? Alix Ford is my little sister, met her in the studio years ago, she was in between classes and I need a singer for a song I was recording. The producer told me that she sings – so I invited into my session and we been tight ever since. The great thing about Alix is that I can give her an idea and she can run with it – so the collaboration was easy, she wrote her verse in 10 minutes in the studio. As for my verses, I bounced some thoughts and ideas off a female songwriter I know just to make sure I was capturing the feelings and emotions women are feeling during these times. It must have been quite exciting to catch the attention of Eminem, how did you find out about that news? Did you ever think about missing our on your collegiate game to meet him? Oh man, that happened years ago – that was kind of a viral moment. I released a music video on YouTube and the views/numbers did well (100k in a week). An A&R from Shady records reached out to me via email – I honestly thought it was fake. We exchanged numbers and spoke on the phone, he told me that Eminem would like to meet me but the date that he wanted to meet I had a collegiate basketball game – I chose to play in the b ball game instead. Since releasing “No Turning Back”, how do you feel you have changed and grown as an artist? Do you ever look back at your own rhyme-book for inspiration? Maturity, my music back then reflected a kid with no worries who just wanted to have fun and play basketball, since then life has happened, my music now reflects the growth and maturity which has taken place over the years – I like the pocket I am in now. Definitely, it's hilarious. I can see my own potential, also where I was limited. But the cool thing is the growth that I see in my rhyme schemes, my punchlines got stronger, hooks got tighter, lyrics more abstract. The pen never stopped moving. What else can we expect from you for 2020? The EP “Pine Hill” it's my best work to date – I can’t wait for y’all listen. instagram.com/jameelmason #BUZZMUSIC

Oklahoma Singer/Songwriter Erica Ray began singing and writing her own music at a young age. Erica’s musical roots are a graceful blend of her influences in jazz, blues, and folk music, as well as the hymns her grandmother used to sing to her. Erica is a graduate from the Academy of Contemporary Music in Oklahoma City and is now leading worship while she furthers her studies in social work. Erica describes the healing process that writing music has given to her. She is dedicated to empowering listeners to find their own voice. "At Home Now (Holy, Holy, Holy)" starts off with Erica’s captivating soft vocals that grace the listener and draws them in. A gentle piano soon follows, and as the song builds the atmosphere within the song continues to grow bigger and bigger with the production supporting Erica's beautiful and inspirational lyrics. This track is a brilliant artistic expression of how faith is the source of Erica’s peace and sense of belonging. The powerful storyline and vulnerable lyrics of this track are sure to move you. Erica Ray’s "At Home Now (Holy, Holy, Holy)" is a passionate song with a soulful story that will have you singing along before the end of the first chorus. Once you hear the last piano note you will be wanting to play this peaceful love song again. Hi Erica, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’re moved by the powerful message of this song! What was your inspiration behind such a moving track? Did the influences of the hymns your grandmother used to sing you play a role in this creative process? "At Home Now (Holy, Holy, Holy)" was written pre-pandemic before many of us were asked to physically stay at home. I wrote it about being mentally and spiritually at home. I wanted to attempt to explain the overwhelming peace my soul feels whenever I fully invite Jesus in. He meets me in my mess and makes me feel like I belong. My best friend was murdered and the trial took place in the fall of 2019. For months, I was burdened by stress and the weight I carried as I testified on the stand against the person who took her away from me. I went to a Worship Circle Retreat in the North Georgia Mountains in January of 2020 and the Lord began to help me unpack everything that was too heavy for me to carry on my own. I allowed His peace to settle in and bring me back to a place of feeling "At Home". The song poured out of me in twenty minutes and I can confidently say I am still in awe. My hope for this song is that it helps others experience the same never-ending, always inspiring peace that flows from our Savior. The hymns my grandmother sang to me as a kid have definitely influenced my creative process for this song. I always felt so safe when she was singing to me and this song is intended to capture that feeling of being safe at home where you belong. My grandmother has always accepted and loved me exactly as I am. Congratulations on graduating from the Academy of Contemporary Music! Has your education played a role in shaping your creative process? Do you feel like you have musically changed/grown from studying music at an academy? Thank you so much! Studying at ACM gave me the practical tools necessary for songwriting and understanding theory. I was always encouraged to dig deep and be authentic when writing my own music. I experienced so much growth while pursuing my degree there. From music business to the basics of sound engineering, the Academy helped round out my skills as an artist. Since becoming a worship leader, has your creative process changed?  Are you still writing your own songs? Whenever I became a worship leader, I really fell in love with the sound of a room full of people singing their hearts out. I see myself as merely a leader of the song. I keep the heartbeat of the song going so that everyone is free to worship however they want to. It's not about perfection, it's about our Creator. I know that I am creative because of our Creator and that has changed my creative process completely. I feel there are no limits when creating. I am constantly writing my own songs, in many different genres. I write to heal, I write to celebrate, I write to help others pause and enjoy life. Since music has been part of your life growing up,  was there a defining moment when you realized that you wanted to pursue it as a career? My first time on stage was in kindergarten. I was wearing a Cinderella dress and looked terrified. I do have a picture lol. I was terrified, but I kept getting back on stage year after year. I have always known I would be singing and writing my entire life. My mom tells a story of me at the age of three that I love. We were driving in the car during a storm. The windshield wipers were creating a beat and I began making up songs to the rhythm. My mom said she knew then that music would always be a part of my life. What is the message you hope people take away from your music? The message I hope people take away from my music is that they belong. In a world full of constant communication, it is still too easy to feel all alone. I want people to know that they don't have to carry the weight of their pain and experiences on their own. There is always growing and there is always hope. What's keeping you inspired in 2020? 2020 has most definitely felt like a year of setbacks. I want to reframe my thinking and view the setbacks as opportunities. How can I reach out to the people I love with more intentionality? How can I educate myself more about the Racial Injustice in our country? How can I learn to be still and trust God more? I want to be a light in the world. I think that 2020 has inspired me to develop more perseverance in the midst of all these challenges. instagram.com/ericaraymusic facebook.com/ericaraymusic #BUZZMUSIC

Coming soon, Mou5ZyZZ will be forming a trio group with Dewik and Arikado who will be continuing to release new music as a solo, trio, from his own record label Mou5 Chee5e Records, and we cannot wait to hear what new house-centric fusion styles of music Mou5ZyZZ will be conjuring up. On top of being an exciting music producer, Mou5ZyZZ collaborates alongside fellow like-minded producers such as Dewik, and Arikado to keep the creative juices flowing and keep up on putting new content out for the people. Coming soon, Mou5ZyZZwill be forming a trio group with Dewik and Arikado and will be continuing to release new music as a solo, trio, and from his own record label Mou5 Chee5e Records, and we cannot wait to hear what new house-centric fusion styles of music Mou5ZyZZ will be releasing. Discover "Exhale" here. instagram.com/mou5chee5erecords instagram.com/mou5zyzz facebook.com/Mou5ZyZZ #BUZZMUSIC

DJ Ryan Alex has carried two burning flames in his heart since he can remember; jazz and dance music. His creations in sound capture bright, story-rich, pictorial listening experiences that keep the audience engaged from beginning to end. Calling Los Angeles his home, Ryan Alex is producing music that is inclusive to all listeners. His festival-ready creations offer a relatable perspective to the sound composition that any listener can pick up on. Through the COVID 19 pandemic the ability to showcase his music in live B rooms and main stages has taken a back seat, but that hasn't stopped Ryan Alex from connecting with his fan base. Every Friday at 8 pm (PST) DJ Ryan Alex has been live-streaming his music productions. Through this "new wave" of connecting with fans, Ryan Alex has also discovered valuable techniques he will be able to apply in a live setting. During his live-streams, Ryan Alex discovered and shared "I really enjoy transitioning between songs and letting the vocals of the ending track ride the beat of the new track coming in. During the transitions, something special is happening and at that moment the songs are birthing a 50/50 love music child." Listen to "This House Is Not A Home Vol. 4” here. instagram.com/ryanalex.music #BUZZMUSIC

This Los Angele's four-piece are mixing their love of classic acts such as Bob Marley & the Wailers, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, and Stevie Ray Vaughan to create free-spirited, and fun-loving musical experiences. Their Alternative Country-Rock sound mesmerizes the listener with their acoustic instrumentation, charged percussions, groovy electric guitars and impassioned vocals. The group is made complete by members Tommy Drinkard (lead singer/ songwriter), Eric Lee (bass), Ty Reldon Key (drums), and Anwar Glenn (guitar). Together, these intune artists are able to generate a pure and unadulterated sound. The uncomplicated talent Tommy Drinkard & the Remedy bring to their artistry, strives to bring levity to all the world's problems, through the delivery of their carefully crafted sound. Their multi-dimensional approach to song creation weaves together classic acoustics, multi-instrumental fanfares, and incredible percussions that shift the group's musical gears of tempo. Since forming in 2017 the band has grown a lot since their humble beginnings. A major shift has been their addition of adding covers to their repertoire which has expanded their live sets to more than three hours. This has allowed Tommy Drinkard & the Remedy to play more gigs and improved their overall sound together. We can't wait to hear what Tommy Drinkard & the Remedy come out with next. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Drinkard! This time around we'd like to dissect your recent single "Wastin'". After finding the inspiration, how did the four of you collaborate to individually add the same sort of groove and feel? It is always natural for us to play together. I think we all enjoy a lot of different types of music and know how to complement each other well. Speaking on your other hit single "Breeze", you portray such deep messages about letting time heal your wounds. How did you guys build off of the message and create these mesmerizing instrumentals? Well, I (Tommy) brought the song to the band, and immediately we started grooving well together. Then Eric and I wrote the harmony and the song really cemented itself. With both of your singles "Wastin'" and "Breeze" in mind, we can notice vast differences between the two pieces. Which song do you feel best resonates with Drinkard's brand, and which was the most comfortable to create? Well, they both fit into our alt-country/Americana sound but Wastin is more of a feel-good song. I think they both represent us well and we’re both pretty natural to create. We've heard that after Drinkard was formed in late 2017, there was instant chemistry between the bandmates. Within these three years, have you noticed much change or growth since you first came together? Yes, we have grown a lot since we first started. I think a big thing was when we expanded our set to 3+ hours by adding covers to our repertoire, this allowed us to get more gigs and improved our overall sound together. We still focus primarily on originals though What's next? We hope to grow our fan base online and Eventually tour with some of our influences including Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, BlackBerry Smoke, Bishop Gunn, Ryan Bingham, Ryan Adams, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, and more. facebook.com/drinkardremedy instagram.com/drinkardremedy tommydrinkard.com #BUZZMUSIC

Born and bred Soul singer, Charlie Muse comes to us from Ohio State and has recently brought us her new ambient R&B jam "Dive." As we heard on Charlie's latest release, her hypnotic vocals, and infectious lyrics transport the listener into a pictorial auditory experience. Charlie dissects her music verse for verse, immersing herself in the lyrics to pull out the storyline as she watches it play out in her imagination. It is that level of detail that enables her listeners to experience a vivid musical experience. Now stationed in Viva Las Vegas, Charlie has learned a lot from her journey in the music industry. Charlie is more conscious of what she writes about, not only writing about love and heartbreak. Charlie's songwriting abilities have blossomed into exploring uncharted territories, writing about wealth, healing, overcoming traumas we face in life, self-reflection; Charlie writes about her experiences she's developed as a person. AsCharliecontinues to develop and grow both as an artist, and as a person, we are left waiting on the edge of our seats for whatCharlieMusereleases next. instagram.com/charliemuseofficial facebook.com/charliemuseofficial twitter.com/CharlieMuseO #BUZZMUSIC

When you hear the name “Luverboy” sometimes you may think that it will be a typical “Romeo & Juliet” type of artist or song, but to severely surprise you, Luverboy is someone who creates completely unexpected genre hybrids of music that quickly are able to get stuck in your head and keep your chin up high. Fusing in the organic sounds of a heartfelt acoustic guitar with snazzy hip-hop and R&B beats and then thrown into the pot with an alternative rock would be the best way that we would describe this eclectic songwriter. As easily heard in his latest release “Obsessed With You”, Luverboy exemplifies everything that people are searching for in life. We aren’t too sure what Luverboy is planning to showcase to us next but all we can be certain of is that it will be full of warm feelings, honest lyricism, and a laid back vocal that your hearts will not be able to get enough of. Listen to "Obsessed with You" here. instagram.com/luverboyofficial #BUZZMUSIC

From Bristol to Nashville, Pop artist Ria Marie is back on BuzzMusic with her latest empowering single "Playground." Being a distant relative of the legendary Carter Family, and daughter of an artist associated with Whitney Houston and Bob Marley, we can hear her talent exude similar to those who came before her. Releasing a single that's a breath of fresh air with "Playground," Ria Marie challenges modern double standards faced against women and exclaims that men aren't the only players on the field. With tightly-wound pop production and a steady mid-tempo beat, we can easily grasp the balanced message that Ria Marie is revealing. "Playground" opens as sweet as honey with bright synths, and an R&B inspired beat. As Ria Marie's vocals appear, it's evident that her musical past has drastically impacted Ria, as her vocals are incredibly pure, melodic, and mesmerizing. She begins singing about the double standard where women can't be 'players' or test the waters to find what they like without being shamed for it. The production swells into this groovy pop/R&B ride, and we're left tapping our feet along with the intricate hi-hats. Around the bridge, we're impressively met with a soulful electric guitar solo from nonother than producer Sonic Pilot (Riff Raff). With a track that displays infinite equality, "Playground" emits strength from Ria Marie's very first lyric and showcases her continuous growth. Listen to "Playground" here. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Ria Marie! Once again, you've swooned us with your original sound and message, especially through your single "Playground." What inspired you to write a song based on double standards? Thank you so much! Honestly, this song reflects how I feel about today's dating landscape for women and the power imbalance we face. It's no secret that men can play "the game" and date around like it's no big deal but women are judged the minute they do the same thing. Here's to changing that conversation. Around the bridge of Ria Marie's single "Playground," we're met with a groovy electric guitar solo from producer Sonic Pilot. Did he also help produce the track, and why did you want to incorporate this soulful and unexpected instrumental? Sonic was the vocal producer for the song and he also killed it on the guitar solo, of course. I wanted to throw in something that you wouldn't necessarily expect in a traditional R&B song and I like that element of surprise. Through Ria Marie's single "Playground," we can hear this intoxicating blend of pop, R&B, and even alt-rock. Does your sound mostly reside with R&B, pop, or a unique mixture of both? Thanks for those kind words, they mean a lot. I would say my sound does reside within R&B but I love for each song that I work on to have pop or jazz influences. If other sounds come out, then I just run with it because it feels right and true to who I am. Ria Marie has seen many fortunate industry experiences along the way of your career. Do you have an experience that was the most significant to you in terms of growth and knowledge? Last year I think was a year in which I had many growth periods for my career. I had the opportunity to play some amazing shows in Nashville including playing my first music festival, and I was able to travel and perform in other parts of the country like NYC. This past February before the COVID-19 lockdown, I was fortunate enough to travel to the U.K. to meet The Producers for the first time after working with them digitally for 2 and a half years. We were able to produce some incredible new tracks while I was there and I can't wait to share them with everyone. What's next for you? Well, I can't say too much yet but I'm currently planning on doing a music video later this summer so stay tuned. facebook.com/riamariemusic instagram.com/riamariemusic riamariemusic.com/bio #BUZZMUSIC