Search this site

The singer/songwriter from Leeds UK, Julian Shah-Tayler, releases his high energy single "Secret". The classically trained pianist and self-taught guitarist decided to conjure up the energy of L.A.'s nightlife and create a song that gets us ready to hit the clubs again. Julian Shah-Tayler's latest single "Secret" surrounds forgetting your worries for one night, and finally getting back to the parties better than ever. With groovy alt-rock instrumentals and Julian Shah-Tayler sharp vocals, "Secret" is truly a perfect track to turn up before you hit the town. Julian Shah-Tayler brings energy back to life with this single, from top to bottom. Opening "Secret" with pulsing rhythm guitar, kicking drum patterns, and a steady bass line, it's not long after that Julian Shah-Tayler fires through the track with his electrifying vocals. His lyrics are incredibly creative, truly highlighting his vast songwriting capabilities. Even incorporating brass elements at the pre-chorus, "Secret" runs so high on energy with each aspect that makes our feet tap. Julian Shah-Tayler sings fun-loving lyrics like "I've got this feeling in my bones that we are never going home", really making us miss those long nights with our friends. Julian Shah-Tayler's instrumentation on "Secret" is extremely anthemic, and his lyrics deliver the same feeling. Don't miss out on Julian Shah-Tayler's exhilarating single "Secret", as it'll be playing in your head for weeks to come. Hey Julian Shah-Tayler, welcome to BuzzMusic! Your latest single "Secret" is incredibly anthemic and brings out lots of energy. What initially inspired you to write this single, and why did you choose to release it now? I wrote secret when I first left university and moved to London. I’d been cooped up in institutions of learning for around 13 years with very little opportunity to do my own thing, (although I had spent a lot of the latter time exploring substances and Sex) my girlfriend and I were suddenly in the largest place we’d ever seen. Everywhere there were coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and clubs. York had one club. London has about 1 per street as it seemed. We were big dance music fans and my girlfriend was in fashion so we took full advantage of the nightlife. I used to go out to a bar on old Compton street in SoHo, London, and sit with my notepad writing lyrics and poetry ready to make into songs. Secret came to me while I was in that bar getting ready for another riotous night of absinthe cocktails followed by glam clubbing. Soho is positively throbbing with lights, life, and noise.... It’s the literal story of that experience. The instrumentals on your single "Secret" are so lively and bring out such positive emotions. Where did Julian Shah-Tayler want to take the instrumentals, what did you want listeners to feel for themselves? I wanted the instrumentation to be funky, electronic, danceable, and relatable so people could experience the exuberance of getting ready for a night of clubbing and craziness. Something life-enhancing and changing. Seeing as Julian Shah-Tayler performs, produces, and writes your own music, what's it like working with other producers to help fine-tune your songs? Do you have a favorite experience in mind? I work with other producers when I can. It’s always wonderful to learn new tricks. Robert Margouleff (who co-produced secret with me) has such an incredible history with brilliant music like Stevie wonder, Devo and Depeche Mode. He taught me so many things about the funk, how to balance frequencies in sound, and the interplay between instruments. My fundamental musical intention is altered each time I learn something new about making music. Right now MGT has put his goth rock magic on a few new songs, so I’m learning POWER moves for some of my songs! We've heard that Julian Shah-Tayler went from Leeds England to Los Angeles CA. What have you noticed in terms of the music scenes, how does Leeds differ from Los Angeles? I can’t speak to Leeds for the music scene, as I have never lived there as an adult but London’s scene was incredibly varied compared to the LOS ANGELES scene I’ve been exposed to. Pay for play is a very disappointing part of LA music world.  There’s a much more disparate and complex musical landscape in London. What can fans anticipate next from you Julian Shah-Tayler? We can't wait to hear what's next from you! Next I’m preparing a slew of releases. One a month from now on til infinity. I have over 400 songs, and at least 40 unreleased ones. So that’s the intention. I’m performing a show a week on Facebook live whilst the pandemic still rages. I hope to play real live shows when the opportunity arises. I’m performing and recording as much as I can. Some of my new stuff has some very special collaborations/guests like David J (Bauhaus) Nick Zinner (yeah yeah yeahs) I’m also producing and remixing for a number of artists, famous and otherwise. I’m very excited to see what the next year brings..... instagram.com/the_singularity_music facebook.com/julianshahtayler twitter.com/julianshah julianshahtayler.com #BUZZMUSIC

Freaky Deeky is one of those artists who are able to make a mark in the crowd after a single release. This was definitely the case with this New Orleans based hip-hop artist’s release “StarMode II.” This five-track collection perfectly encompasses what Freaky Deeky is all about, high energy, and good vibes. A signature style in Freaky Deeky’s music is how he does not hold back for a moment on what he is capable of, especially in his release “StarMode II.” Freaky Deeky’s use of rapid-fire snare drums and high tempo drums create an awe-inspiring backbeat that allows for his lyricism to shine through. Speaking of Freaky Deeky’s lyricism, what makes it unique is that it genuinely comes from the heart, Freaky Deeky does not have any time for any jibber-jabber in his music it shows. We don’t know exactly what Freaky Deeky is cooking for us next, but whatever it is, we are excited and patiently waiting. twitter.com/deestar__ instagram.com/deestar_ #BUZZMUSIC

An RnB blued tinged guitar expertly wails away as you press play on Mr.Blue's latest release "Taste But Don't Swallow." This independent singer/songwriting comes to us from London UK and is taking notes from funk, hip-hop, Afro, pop, house along with RnB, and infusing it into his pictorial works of sound. "Taste But Don't Swallow" was created for an upcoming motion picture titled " DDUA (till death do us apart)," a horror film centering around zombified exotic dancers who literally devour their clients. "Taste But Don't Swallow" brings the aura of a dark and sticky night to the sound atmosphere. As we are beckoned into the tack by tribal chants, the funky house beat pumps onto the atmosphere. A tribular chorus sings with a "hide and seek" quality making the listener question what's lurking around the corner. The chorus calls your body out of your seat like a spell has been placed over you, "Everybody dance, but don't swallow." Mr. Blue expels ferocious rhymes with a mood-inducing, cinematic quality; the vocal versatility Mr. Blue exhibits on "Taste But Don't Swallow drives home his ability to carefully construct multidimensional elements on sound that generate an entertaining listening experience. We know you will be entranced by Mr. Blue's latest single "Taste But Don't Swallow; discover it today. Listen to "Taste But Don't Swallow" here. Hello Mr. Blue and welcome to BuzzMusic. Can you start by telling our listeners a bit about yourself and how the project "Taste But Don't Swallow" came about? Thank you for having me. After being signed with Believe Label and having a clip video on national TV in France, I moved to London. I was extremely busy with different types of projects and slowly gave up on Music for six years. It’s only since few after a trip to L.A that my love for Music came back “Taste but don’t Swallow” is one of my new songs bringing the type of vibe I want to give to the listeners. Sun, humor, upbeat music with a mix of the cultures and sonority I like. Your latest release was created for an upcoming feature film, and you certainly hit it out of the park pairing a sense of eeriness to the song that corresponds to the film's subject matter. Do you always try to create a certain atmosphere within your songs? Indeed the film has a strange subject evolving in the nightlife, strip clubs and zombies dancers. But it helps to create a story and I like to think of myself as a storyteller. I create all my songs with a little story as a country singer would do for example.  You mentioned you have recently relocated from Paris to London. How does the music community in London differ from Paris and how has your music been influenced by London's music community? Clearly the language and the way to approach lyrics is different. I felt artists in London quite competitive towards each other when in Paris people tend to collaborate more easily. When i first move to London I couldn’t speak a word of English. Now I only write in English  You draw inspiration from several musical genres, how has your own sound evolved from where you started? I started as a rapper but always loved House Music very much, African Latina Caribbean Funk music too. My voice is more adapted to sing Jazz and Crooner type of song. So I decided to mix it all.  What's next for you? Next for me, more collaboration and maybe an album soon. instagram.com/joel.tablebooking facebook.com/Mr-BLUE #BUZZMUSIC

Growing up all over South Central Los Angeles, UraelB developed his passion for rapping at the young age of thirteen. His love for the hip-hop industry drove his tireless pursuit of a career in music, releasing self-produced freestyles on twitter at the age of 17. A year later, he had founded the Independent Music Collective: Respect The Real LLC. (RTR), a touching ode to his grandmother who passed away at the beginning of 2017. His first professional music release would come later that year and fast forward to today, UraelB has released over 30 songs, including his debut EP: Respect The Real Vol. 1 (2018). Today we celebrate another impressive feat for UraelB with the release of his new album DemiGod. We are introduced to this mythologically inspired album with the track "Golden." The song opens with an eerie music box chime as a labyrinth of synths, and low-frequency beats build over the atmosphere. In the background, we hear UraelB's voice echoing in and out of the track; it's a mesmerizing interlude as the listener becomes entranced a ticking percussion that erupts into a hard-hitting beat. Continuing to spread an air of mystique, "Heart" see's UraelB crafting intelligent and thoughtful rhymes that flow like an ever-changing river current. His lyrical delivery can change from smooth and cascading, to agile and charged as he empathizes through his carefully constructed rhymes. The multidimensional atmosphere of sound reverberates over the listener as deeply constructed synths provide a buzzing segmentation of sound. UraelB has an innate ability to infuse his tracks with striking elements of instrumentation that affect the listener and spark a connection between the music and the listener. Specifically, on "Black Thor," UraelB incorporates a deep grinding 808 beat into the track that creates a charged vibe on this chugging, energized track. The electrified guitar resonates over the chorus giving a loaded rock n roll atmosphere while maintaining its hip-hop vibe. Showcasing his softer side, we see UraelB take a gentle approach on "Hear Me Out (Transmute)," a track in which his voice is paired alongside a classical piano. The piano delicately dances along the track as the higher register keys Sauter's and Glisse's over the composition. The lightness of the keyboard and UraelB's gliding delivery of lyrics create a "lighter than air" feel to the track. UraelB's lyrics have the ability to paint a vivid picture within his productions; you are genuinely able to derive a mood and landscape from every song. The calming and tranquil spirit on "Trip" where Uraelb sings lyrics like "I'm a Kamasutra suitor, it don't get much better than this," or the firmly planted stance he takes on "Black Thor" where he spouts rhymes with authority like: "don't test me I'm forever getting better," each verse paints a unique image that perfectly exemplifies the specific tone each track puts forth. The album is closed out with a joyous expression of song on "God Body." The song seemingly acts as a celebration of the last 20 minutes of expressive and carefully crafted musical compositions. As UraelB sends his final messages of love to the listener, he powerfully proclaims his arrival and consistent presence on the hip-hop scene. The summation of Demi God's artistically crafted seven featured tracks is a true testament to UraelB's dedication and knowledge towards his industry. If you're looking for a cohesive project of sound, look no further and discover UraelB's "Demi God" today. Hello UraelB and welcome to BuzzMusic. We loved your new album 'Demi God'. It carries on a cohesive vibe of mystique and prowess that's carried forward on every song. Can you tell us a bit about the album and what the overall theme for the project was? Please go stream Demi God! Right Now! The album is a journey through my inner reality that I wanted to outwardly express through cinematic rapping and different creative angles. My goal with it was to explore my own subconscious mind and present my discoveries in a way that was enjoyable but still impactful. I appreciate those who’ve listened to it already and keep listening to it cause there’s a lot to unravel. That’s definitely a reward to me for my hard work on this project. My short film coming soon for it will be even more impactful and creative leaving people in awe. On your song "Black Thor," there is a sense of dominance and territorial assertion you place on the track. How do you mentally prepare to deliver a charged performance like on "Black Thor?" Black Thor is to let everybody know, past present and future, that nobody is messing with me. I’m a God with this rap shit. I was performing this song before the album came out and I had to step into different zones before my shows. I would perform this in the mirror and big open spaces and envision hundreds of thousands of people screaming and chanting this with me. Not only is this a confidence booster for myself, but it’s for everyone to tap into that inner God they have. You mentioned your Independent Music Collective: Respect The Real LLC. (RTR) was founded in memory of your late grandmother. Did she have an impact on your music career? Yes, shout out to all the RTR Family. My grandmother was right on time with her inspiration. I appreciated her loving and truthful spirit. She embraced every aspect of life; Good Or Bad. So that’s where Respect The Real comes from. I will always respect, promote, and produce real Genuine content. It’s what’s lacking in society and very hard to come by. Everyone who works with me and who I work with is passionate about keeping it real so you can always expect that from RTR. We really felt a celebratory aspect on your closing track "God Body." How does it feel to have released 'Demi God' to the public?  God Body signifies the restoring of balance. Organic and natural has returned. We all gotta celebrate that. All that manufactured shit is getting cut out; All the gimmicks and regression is over wit. The real is about to prevail. I’m stepping into my God Body, everyone else should too. What can fans anticipate next from you? Be on the lookout for the DemiGod visual album/short film, releasing Fall 2020. Crazy music from our other Talented Artists at Respect The Real: Isaiah Bowers, & Nomie! We’re about to take the music game by storm and bring the golden era back. And lastly, Stream DemiGod in all platforms. instagram.com/uraelb uraelb.com #BUZZMUSIC

Kat Spina is here today to share a story of vulnerability and deep love. Kat Spina chooses to detail her music with honest occurrences, and her recent single "Hold On" doesn't fall short in any way. Writing the single after the loss of her grandmother, Kat Spina decided to shape her grief into a brighter and more hopeful perspective. Kat Spina ultimately wants to showcase resiliency with her music, and we can guarantee that "Hold On" is the pinnacle of fortitude. One aspect we must comment on is Kat Spina's soft and delicate vocal range. It's what allows her music to come off as incredibly angelic and inspiring, and her voice would fit perfectly into any empowering single. "Hold On" recently debuted as a music video this month, and Kat Spina knew exactly how to pull on listeners' heartstrings with the visuals. We're getting incredibly intimate with Kat Spina in "Hold On," and her echoing message of hope and reassurance is what really sticks with you. Listeners get exposed to a variety of dance mirages from Kat, which add to the effortless flow the music video encapsulated. A certain level of innocence is held constant within Kat Spina's character, and she showcases this quite well visually once bringing youthful presences into her video. The entire atmosphere presented in her music video offers a chance to build a new perspective on the current circumstances. All in all, "Hold On" and its music video might have you feeling a few goosebumps here and there, and you might find it difficult to not fall effortlessly in line with the inspiring message of Kat Spina. Hey Kat Spina, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’d like to say how moved we were by your compelling lyrics within “Hold On”. What helped you express your emotions, and write from such a deep and emotional place for “Hold On’? Trust. That is what helped me express my emotions. I remember sitting on my bedroom floor, overwhelmed, I grabbed my untuned guitar, silently strummed a few chords and the first line poured out of me... "stay with me, that was the plan." When I brought this to my songwriting partner, he encouraged me to really dig at these emotions to let them go. From there, I started to share my experience honestly and candidly. By telling the story to him, I found myself uncovering all the emotions from a very vulnerable space. Seeing as Kat Spina’s single “Hold On” was originally written in 2017 after the loss of your grandmother, did you take this time to perfect the song, or was it stored away waiting for the right time to be released? Great question! Soon after these emotions started to pour out and a majority of the song was there, I moved away from it because it felt heavy to keep at it. I still wasn't healed and simultaneously I was also processing the end of a romantic relationship that carried heavy weight. I needed to move on to some upbeat and fun songs. So, it sat on the shelf for a little while. It wasn't until I had a chance to collaborate with I AM SNOW ANGEL (Julie Kathryn) that this song came back into play. To prepare for our session last May, she asked me to send a few demos/rough cuts of songs I'd be working on. From the 3 songs I sent, this one spoke to her and so we went for it. I really trusted her instincts to run with it. We’ve heard that Kat Spina grew up listening to Mariah Carey and your father's Motown records. How do you think these influences have helped you over the years when finding your sound? Sure. That's soul music! For me... the greatest strength/asset I've discovered about my sound is the fact that I am the only one of me. My voice has a unique fingerprint.  I tried very had to mimic the sound of Mariah (and other pop divas) because I was enamored by their power.  But its her voice and as she says  "they can't take that away from me" and I wouldn't want to. I love being influenced by singers that you know went to a very tender and emotional space to evoke their sound. It's beautiful and a path of discovery I've been on since age eight. Of recent, I think my voice is reaching new heights, I'm unafraid of striving for my soprano range and tapping into the colors of my range. We’ve heard that you have quite a broad discography and have collaborated with many notable producers. Could Kat Spina expand on how your single “Hold On” differs from the rest of your music? I do! I'm having a lot of fun releasing my archived/unreleased tracks via my website monthly. I'm discovering so much! HOLD ON is different from my other material because it intertwines IASA's (Julie Kathryn - producer) celestial and floaty musical atmosphere. She wanted to really treat this with an intimate and electronic production using my voice to create some extra tonal layers. This is the first track I ever had the courage to play an instrument on! She invited me to free play on the piano part and that was amazing. What can we expect to see from you throughout the rest of 2020? More songs of resilience! I have a cover on deck that I started worked on pre-Covid and it's a perfect follow up! I also have another dance track coming out this summer along with a song of empowerment this fall. Also, stay tuned my music video for HOLD ON that I self-shot and invited my music students, friends and family to contribute footage. twitter.com/KatSpinaMusic instagram.com/katspina_official facebook.com/KatSpinaMusic #BUZZMUSIC

When we heard Kacey Fifield's new single "Confidential," we were star struck. While creating "Confidential", she experimented with elements from different genres, giving this single a vibe that is different from her others. With this, Kacey has the ability to keep things fresh and interesting for her fans in a way that helps her express herself to the fullest and speak deeply on things we can all relate to. Her song, "Confidential," shines a light on what it's like to be pressured into sharing information you may not want to. Kacey's voice is strong and surely beyond her years. At the age of 15, Kacey has us captivated with her songwriting and musicality. While juggling additional roles in the entertainment industry, such as acting and managing her YouTube channel, Kacey manages to motivate others through her music and lift her audience up along with her high spirits that we found so contagious. Don't miss out on hearing her groovy new track, "Confidential." instagram.com/kaceyfifield #BUZZMUSIC

SARTØR is an artist who ties together emotion, edge, and atmospheres of tranquility into the ultimate artistry package. Most recently drawing influence from artists such as Charli CXX, Brings Me the Horizon, and Grimes, SARTØR has a style that is bound to lead you into a world of innovation and creativity. We were first drawn in with her production and vocal textures in her new song, “HEAVY HEART,” and now there’s no going back. SARTØR spent her childhood in Brazil and got an early start in the music scene learning the electric guitar, now a true staple to her sound. Her recent release, “HEAVY HEART,” gives us a taste of what to expect on her upcoming EP. Remaining mostly guitar-based, we can expect hard-edge vocals on the project. SARTØR works hard to produce music that is electrifying and captivating through every aspect. We promise you won’t be disappointed while listening to SARTØR’s music. You’ll regret to miss her single “HEAVY HEART.” instagram.com/iamsartor #BUZZMUSIC

Tenille Ja'Nae was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas has been creating riveting, thought-inspiring music for the last three years based in Brooklyn, New York. As we heard on her latest release, "In My Feelings," Tenille centers crafting her lyrics around touchstone material that inspires and resonates with the listener. Taking a positive approach in her songwriting, Tenille aims to empower and strengthen the listener's spirit, and her smooth, sultry voice is the perfect medium to drive these messages home. These expertly crafted motivation lyrics are ever-present on her latest release "In My Feelings," where we hear Tenille sing, "I need more confidence can't rely off your compliments, I don't need you." Tenille's sound offers a fresh, calming effect that is bathed in soulful whisps of RnB flavor. Her vivid storytelling embedded within her lyrics paints a colorful masterpiece as her harmonic notes of sound fill her lyrical canvas. Learn more about Tenille Ja'Nae story and listen to "In My Feelings" today. Discover "In My Feelings" here. Hey there, Tenille! Welcome to BuzzMusic, we're excited to have you here! You moved from Little Rock Arkansas almost 1100 miles east to New York. Was this a move for your musical career? Were there other states you were eyeballing before deciding on The Empire State? I moved to NYC for acting, actually. I got a scholarship to school for film and TV. Before knowing that I would be making this move, I thought heavily about moving to LA, which is still in my plan. I would like to be Bi-Costal living in NYC and LA, because I love both places tremendously, and I can accomplish what I've set out to accomplish in either state. If you were to describe your experience of writing and recording this song in a few emotions, which would you pick and why? I would use the word transparency and emotions of frustration. I'm always pushing to be vulnerable understanding that I'm not the only person experiencing these emotions, thoughts, and feelings. As an artist, I understand one of my jobs is to put it all on the line and create a unanimous voice, and emotions that can be translated through words, and sounds. You mention the likes of Whitney Houston and Erykah Badu as singers who inspire you. Is there a specific aspect of these artists' careers that you strive for in your own career? 1st Off there will  NEVER be another Whitney Houston!!! lol So to be compared in the slightest, is a joyous feeling. I do, however, hope to adopt her grace and presence on the stage, and help bring any song to life that can create an array of emotions when hearing me sing.  Eryka Badu! I want to understand life, people, and spirituality as well as she does. I think she really gets it when it comes to expressing oneself and conversing truth, knowledge, love, self-love, and not being afraid to express herself through her art! The bearing you have surrounding your vocals is incredible. Are there any routines or rituals you've been able to credit to your vocal conviction and skill? Thank you! and Yes, I do vocal warmups almost daily. or at least 4-5 times a week. My vocal cords are like my body in a sense of working out. The more you workout the more stamina, and strength you have. Same as with the vocals. I like to keep my voice strong. I also, try to keep the drinking light and not smoke. Though I indulge occasionally. Thanks for being here with us, Tenille. What is next for you? Do you have anything planned for release this year? I'm definitely releasing new music this year and maybe on tour this fall if Covid-19 subsides. Thank you again for having me! instagram.com/tenillejanae #BUZZMUSIC

Toronto artist EverythingOShauN returns to BuzzMusic with his mesmerizing afrobeat single "Odinma." Once again produced by his brother DJXP, the two are continuing to be a force within the music industry and are working hard to attain this spot. With their recent single "Odinma," EverythingOShauN brings forward a blissful afrobeat jam that effortlessly takes us to warm places. He vocalizes playful lyrics of not having a care in the world when being around someone and wondering why he feels so lovestruck by them. DJXP crafted the song's production to perfection, quickly allowing us to explore what the fresh instrumentals have to offer. Starting with a lighthearted beat by DJXP, "Odinma" is very unifying from the very beginning. EverythingOShauN's background vocals enhance that meaning perfectly, as he provides melodies that every one of us can sing along to. He begins singing with playful lyrics of easily falling for someone because he was hit with cupid's infamous arrow. Both EverythingOShauN and DJXP bring in a very modern feel with "Odinma," as it's a perfect song for the turn of summer. Whether you're driving down the highway or simply relaxing by yourself, "Odinma" is the perfect song to lift your spirits through every single beat and lyric. Listen to "Odinma" here. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, EverythingOShauN! We’re once again captivated by your sound, this time with your latest single “Odinma”. What makes this track different and stand out from your other releases? OshauN: This song was inspired by my aunt who passed a few years ago. We always promised her we would get into our culture with our music and this is one we decided was right for everyone to hear. With a collaboration with one of my best friends, 5PiECE, we put together a true feel-good vibe that combines a bunch of sounds into one. XP: As much as the song is a feel-good song sonically, I think it still is one of the more emotional songs OshauN has done to date in my opinion. That is most likely because of the intentionality of the chorus in "Odinma" - which is an Igbo term (language from Nigeria) that means "good, fine, it is well," and it’s a response to the things that the woman in the hook is doing. I think that even if it’s not specifically a love interest that is making you feel that way, people can relate to being wronged by somebody or something and having to make an affirmation in saying it will be good, it will be fine, even if it is not at that particular moment. The irony in the song being released and then the riots and protests happening around the world was kind of a testament to that feeling. Things aren't great now, but we are doing something about it so that one day it will indeed be good. Speaking of EverythingOShauN’s single “Odinma”, your brother DJXP once again perfected the track by adding transcendent vibes through production. How did the two of you work off each other to find the sound you were looking for? OShauN: Well like I said previously, this track is not just Xpress it was 5PIECE as well. XP: Yeah, we were at 5PiECE’s studio mixing some material and he played the “skeleton” of the guitar with another production and as soon as I heard it, I literally closed my eyes and saw Nigeria in my head – that is the simplest way I can put it lol. I just saw peace and tranquility with each of those chord strums. EverythingOShauN heard it and agreed and immediately wanted to do something with it.  I said to 5, table that, we are going to do something special with that once I figure out where I want to take it. It took some trial and error, there were some iterations of the beat that I knew weren’t sitting where it needed to be but once it clicked, that was it! OshauN: Once the production was “done” the song came naturally together and Odinma was born. With your recent interview with BuzzMusic, EverythingOShauN and DJXP mentioned that your music truly resonates with Torontonians because it’s never one dimensional. What artists do you both look up to that you feel serve similar multi-layered music? Oshaun : It’s hard to say, one individual artist. We are influenced by many artists from the afrobeat world to the hometown. Of course, how can I not say the boy Drizzy, but other artists have influenced it like Wizkid, Jidenna etc. XP: Honestly, I think every artist serves a purpose and I feel what EverythingOShauN and I bring is a little bit different than every iteration of it out there - which is why it works so well. EverythingOShauN and DJXP also mentioned that being brothers helps establish trust in the studio and helps navigate your vision. Have the two of you experienced any creative growth since being in quarantine or the opposite? The quarantine is an interesting time because the assumption is that having a lot of time and isolation breeds creativity, that would be something noticed by people who have been unsuccessful in finding a synergy up until that point. But, because we already work together, the quarantine served as a breathing room and a quieting of the noise to see exactly what we are doing, fine-tuning what works and planning out the rollouts for the subsequent material we are working on. instagram.com/everythingoshaun facebook.com/everythingoshaun everythingoshaun.com #BUZZMUSIC

Pairing her voice of activism to song is just what Dom Jones' has done on her latest release, "Sayin Nothin." This bright artist has always been a beacon of light for social injustices and has been recognized for her unwavering BLM support through the Boston Arts & Music Soul Festival. Her innate ability to teach society through song, about the injustices facing Black citizens throughout history, reminds us all that in between these publicized movements (Civil Rights, Pan-Africanism, Black Panther Party, and Black Lives Matter) black communities have continually been under siege by police departments and racist vigilantes. When writing songs that have deep political themes, Dom Jones seeks inspiration from similar stirring compositions such as Marvin Gaye's "Make Me Wanna Holler," Stevie Wonder's "Higher Ground" and Nina Simone's "Mississippi Goddam," in addition to studying the writings of formidable African American novelists. Her inclusive investment in the material she creates is always done with thoughtfulness and educated thought; her lyrics are not strung just from a place of raw emotion, which together make Dom Jones an artist to pay attention to. Discover "Sayin Nothin" here. instagram.com/iamdomjones facebook.com/domjonesmusic iamdomjones.com #BUZZMUSIC