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A soulful piano begins our journey into Joe McLeod's new release, "Those Who Can Wait." Joe's full and serenading voice joins the keys, and immediately we are drawn into his emotive and profound voice. Beautiful, intense cascading instrumentals envelope the soundscape of "Those Who Can Wait." Pensive strings add a cinematic feel, delicate piano carries the melody along, and bleeding heart lyrics are on full display. Joe McLeod is a down-to-earth Canadian Singer-Songwriter who blends indie-folk and pop sounds into his music and refreshing storytelling crafts vivid imagery within his lyrics. "Those Who Can Wait" remind listeners to embrace the people and memories that lift us and give ourselves identity even when your world is crashing down, those people and memories can weather the storm. Joe's heartfelt storytelling through his lyrics paints a vivid picture of the tone on "Those Who Can Wait." Lyrics like "Her smile, her laugh, brings me right back", "Do you think about the long drives, the times we cried, all the late nights and the red wine", "Call me if you ever fall, you don't have to hold it all," reminisce of love gone but never forgotten. This afflicted yet endearing song is a must-listen. Hi, Joe and welcome to BuzzMusic. We love your honesty and powerful instrumentals in your single "Those Who Can Wait." Can you tell us about the vision you had on this track and what you wanted your listeners to feel when they listen to it? This song began as simply a piano and vocals but I quickly realized it felt larger and could use some more instrumentation. All of my favorite songs seem to have an atmosphere surrounding them that makes me feel something unique when listening and I think that was the goal for this song. I am hoping listeners can find something in the arrangement that speaks to them whether it be the words, the piano, or the string movements, I just hope they feel it. What does the music community look like where you're from and how have you been able to connect with it to enhance your music? The music community where I am from is great. The thing I love about the music scene in Toronto and the surrounding areas is that most musicians really support one another. I have been able to connect with this community by attending as many live events as possible, doing co-writing, and helping other musicians where I can. Your single "Those Who Can Wait" very revealing and emotional. Where do you find the inspiration to create a piece like this? This song was born out of the evolution of a relationship, whether platonic or romantic. We all have that person that we were once very close to and over time have drifted away. To me, this song is telling that person that although we may have become distant if I am ever needed, I am just a phone call away. I think this song has the ability to take the shape of many narratives. Do you find that you first create lyrics or a melody for a song? I really bounce back and forth between what comes first between lyrics and melody. For this song, it began with me messing around on a piano and just mumbling the melody which eventually transitioned into words. Every song is a little bit different, however, when I am stuck I will choose and instrument to fiddle around on and just ad-lib melody's until something feels right. You were recently opened up for The Rural Alberta Advantage, how was this experience for you? Now that live shows are at a halt, what are you doing to stay inspired? I had the opportunity to open up for them at one of their sold-out tour dates in Canada's self-proclaimed "Music Capital" of Kingston, Ont. This was a really great experience as I really admire their writing and have been a fan for some time. Both the band and their team were all genuinely great folks. This was my first year being booked on any festivals and I think they would have to be some of my favorite memories of the year. It is really exciting to play and meet so many people who have never heard of my music before and then walk away with new friends. Plus, nothing can beat playing on an outdoor stage... Nothing! Although live shows are at a halt I have been keeping busy by writing, doing live stream concerts and I am in the process of building a little home studio which has been a fun project that keeps me inspired! What's next for you throughout 2020? My plans for 2020 like every musician in the world, have been really shaken up but my plan is to put out an EP followed by a full-length album, both of which I am working on currently. My 2019 year was a mix of high and lows from my first single coming out to my father passing away and I am really hoping to just take advantage of the time I have this year so focus on writing, putting more music out and just having as many genuine interactions with people that I can, whether that is online or in-person eventually. instagram.com/joemcleodmusic facebook.com/JoeMcLeodMusics #BUZZMUSIC

LA’s own, Havyn finds alternative/electronic bliss with his recent catchy single “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)”. After graduating from JMC Academy in Australia for Music Production, Havyn took it upon himself to broaden his sound by blending genres like R&B, hip-hop, rock and electronic. While keeping it real and authentic with each track, his recent genuine single “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)” speaks on moving on from past love and changing for the better. Through vibrant electric guitar and growling electronic synths, Havyn takes us on a venture into the soul with passionate emotion. Beginning with filtered electric guitar, giving us an alternative-rock sound from the jump, “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)” grows and expands into a truly unique blend of alternative and R&B. As Havyn begins softly expressing his deep-running emotions, his vocals full of breath and space give us a sense of warmth through his lyrics like “speaking of the funny ways people change”. While giving us those classic electronic synth bass lines, Rakeem Miles begins vocalizing with an R&B approach and sings the same passionate and heartfelt message of moving past a relationship. Effortlessly capturing a pure blend of different genres with “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)”, Havyn brings forward beautiful instrumentation and brilliant production techniques, only to remind you of authenticity. You can discover “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)” here. Hey Havyn, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’re truly mesmerized by your brilliant blend of genres within your recent single “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)”. How did you narrow down your production to reach the sonic end goal for the overall sound/atmosphere? I actually made the first version of that song in 2016 and tweaked it a little bit over the years. I changed the drums; added a new chorus and guitars. Sometimes my ears get too used to hearing the song and I need to take a step back from the song and not listen to it for a couple months (or years). When I return with fresh ears I can better hear what the track needs. I always loved the song but felt like it was missing something. In 2018 I became friends with Rakeem Miles and asked him to hop on the track with me. After he recorded his verse, I felt like the song was complete. Within your single “People Change (feat. Rakeem Miles)”, Havyn and Rakeem Miles bring in beautiful vocals with incredibly positive messages. Could you expand on the songwriting process between you and Rakeem Miles, where did you find lyrical inspiration? In the first verse, I talk about how I wanted to impress this girl by making more money and buying an expensive car. I did achieve those goals, but by the time I did, she was already gone and I never got to show her and enjoy my new lifestyle with her. She was really smart. Like, dangerously smart. She had me fooled- that's for sure. Turns out, she had another boyfriend at the same time and I had no idea because she was such a good liar. One of my favorite traits- her intelligence- ended up biting me in the ass. Sometimes people don't turn out to be who you think they are.  Suddenly you find out who they really are and who they have been the whole time. People are not always honest, and I never know who I can trust. I never got to see her in person and talk things out after I found out about everything. And because of that, my brain doesn't connect the person that she is and the person I loved. So in my subconscious these are two different people. So I've never been able to stop missing the person who I thought she was because my subconscious still believes that person really exists. I think you can sense that in the lyrics of 'People Change'. In Rakeem’s verse, I get the sense that he is riffing off the topic that I introduced, and I can tell he can relate to everything that I went through. We’ve heard that Havyn has worked with many notable producers and artists, giving you, even more, industry knowledge and experience. How have these sessions helped your music and career grow to what it is now? Every single person that I work with- it doesn't matter how successful, experienced, or even inexperienced they are- I will always learn something from them-big or small. And it's a two-way street. I almost always have something that I can teach them as well. Whether it's the method that I use to start writing a new song or a little FX trick with an obscure plug-in. We all have different ways of doing things and we can always learn from each other. That's why it is so important to get your ego out of the way when working with others. Always question yourself and be open-minded. Look for opportunities to learn from others. Because that's going to help you the most in the long run. Through always keeping it real and genuine, we’ve heard that Havyn preaches authenticity over anything else. How does your music reflect this statement, and how have you incorporated these morals into your music? I always try my best to authentically represent myself in my songs through both the music and the lyrics. When I listen back to my music, sometimes it too accurately depicts myself and I don't just see the good side, I see the ugly side of myself as well. It's a vulnerable feeling. I feel naked in front of a crowd every time I release a new song. But I hope people who listen to my music, sense a real, whole individual on the other side of the microphone, and then relate to what I'm feeling so they don't feel alone. People don't realize that our lives look different on the outside but we go through a lot of the same inner battles. I'm in a constant inner battle with myself. At this point I feel that it's my natural state. Maybe that's why every time I make a new song, I usually don't release it until 2-4 years later. Because I'm always questioning myself. But I think that's what makes us better individuals. Just don't forget to take the plunge when you know you're ready. It's a balance between questioning yourself and being brave enough to make moves when you need to. What can we expect to see next from you? My next single is called ‘Real Love’ and I can’t wait to share it with everyone. It’s coming out this summer 2020. instagram.com/havyn____ #BUZZMUSIC

Catching the waves from San Diego is the electronic duo Body Salt, consisting of members Ezekiel Morphis and Jonathon Bruhin. Body Salt sets out to create soulful music that gets the listeners dancing. Body Salt’s music focuses on powerful lyric writing, rhythmic groovy drums, and deep bass to create an unforgettable music experience that will have you screaming for more. Keeping the energy up during their live shows, Bod Salt is guaranteed to leave an impression on the listener. With Body Salt’s latest release “Just Want to Know” already leaving an impression on us, we can’t help but talk about how this chill tune had us floating above the clouds. Opening up with a calm piano progression along with an intimate vocal performance that shifts between being more electronic and organic, “Just Want to Know” has a bit of a beautiful aesthetic to it, especially when the chorus hits. The chorus completely lives the song as the vocals switch to a falsetto singing style that is accompanied by a hooky synth motif that sits overtop of a patient but driving drum groove and a low subby bass. “Just Want to Know” is one of those tunes that you will be able to play at any time of day and we cannot wait to hear what else will be coming from Body Salt. You can find “Just Want to Know” here. Hello Body Salt, and welcome to BuzzMusic. We were so touched listening to your latest release “Just Want To Know." What feelings did you want the listener to experience while enjoying this song? We wanted to convey an honest sense of care, consideration, and connection to those we love with this song while bringing the listener through landscapes and nostalgic places. As with all songs we also want the listener to discover the secrets within the song as their own to keep and to explore their own longings and love etc. “Just Want To Know" has such a full soundscape of glorious layers of sound. What is your process like for constructing these vibrant worlds of sound? We work very hard to understand the story behind the song in order to paint an equally poignant picture with our instrumentation and words. In this song, we leaned heavily on layers of analog instruments to give us the ethereal yet organic sound we wanted. We also do a lot of custom sound designing to bring things to life that has never existed. We always take full advantage of vocal layers and harmonies as well to keep the human element present. How has the music community of San Diego enhanced your music? Being in a community like San Diego has encouraged us to create something unique and progressive. San Diego had a real attachment to a few specific genres and time periods that we like, but it has helped inspire us to develop something outside of these boxes that is both new and authentic. How has your music evolved from where you started as a band? We’ve gotten much better at creating together and collaborating in unison. It’s also taken us a long time to master a lot of the technical aspects of song creation and production that allow us to not outsource a lot and maintain creative control over all of our projects. What's next for Body Salt? We’re trying to get our music to as many people as we possibly can. We believe in what we’re doing and we are relentless about getting it to more people. For us that looks like promoting non-stop, finishing as much music as we can, and hopefully touring soon. bodysaltmusic.com facebook.com/bodysaltmusic instagram.com/bodysaltmusic #BUZZMUSIC

As an artist of many talents, Emily Cole brings an acoustic element to her live shows and has the ability to perform solo, as a duo, or with a full band. Playing the guitar, ukulele, and keyboards, this young up and coming artist has been busy writing and recording her upcoming EP. Today we share with you, the single off this project titled “Ain’t My Vibe”. Featuring a punchy kick drum, bright handclaps, and soft synthesizers, “Ain’t My Vibe” mixes elements from genres including disco, hip hop, and alternative pop to create something that stands out from the crowd. We loved how every second of this song made us want to get up and dance. If you’re looking for a feel-good, pop song to throw on your next summer playlist, Emily Cole’s “Ain’t My Vibe” is what you’ve been looking for. Lyrics like “don’t you got something better to do than try to make me fall for you?” made us fall in love with Emily’s songwriting. After listening to “Ain’t My Vibe” we’re anxiously waiting for anything else Emily Cole releases. Check out “Ain’t My Vibe” here. Hello Emily Cole! Welcome to BuzzMusic! Can you tell us what first sparked your interest in music growing up? Who influenced you to learn so many instruments? Hey guys! So excited to be here. Growing up, we always had music playing no matter what we were doing. My mom’s side of the family is cajun, so they’re all obsessed with music! I’ve always been singing, dancing (even though I’m too much of meme to dance nowadays), writing - basically anything creative. For a while, I listened to country music because that’s what my mom would listen to in the car. Then, I discovered Hannah Montana and instantly became obsessed to the point of going to see the movie premiere for my 8th birthday, refusing to take off my blonde wig (bangs and all) until Miley took her's off in the movie. As soon as I heard Miley's music, I knew I wanted to be a pop singer. I guess you could say I evolved alongside Miley, Selena Gomez, and basically most of the childhood Disney stars that have become singers (plus Taylor Swift). As far as instruments go, I’ve taught myself everything I play. I used to come home from elementary school, sit down at our family piano (which we still have) and play songs by ear that I had heard my teacher play in music class. My parents excitedly decided to sign me up for piano lessons but 7-year-old me got annoyed pretty fast when I couldn’t play what I wanted to play and, instead, was stuck playing hot cross buns alongside chopsticks for a solid 2 weeks straight. So I moved on to playing volleyball for the next 5 years. But, when I was 12, I went to a friend’s 13th birthday party. There was a girl there talking about this camp she went to call Real Life Real Music Songwriters Experience. While at the camp, she wrote her own song and even got to record it! Of course, I was #shook! I got all of the info I could about the camp and signed up. After the week I attended, RLRM started up a pilot program. They would help mentor kids through their music journey. They asked if I wanted to be part of it. Obviously, I said yes without hesitation. Then, I realized that all the other girls in the program played the guitar - which then led me to buy a $20 plastic, purple guitar off of eBay. I even put rainbow strings on it and a lime green One Direction sticker smack dab in the middle (My obsession with 1D was far beyond my control. It was a problem. Someone should’ve slapped me). After making these impulse decisions, I realized that everyone else had either Taylor guitars or Martin guitars, which plugged in ….. so, after talking to my parents about it, we got me a plugin Yamaha - my first real guitar! Don’t get me wrong, I loved that purple guitar more than I loved the pizza at the time, but it was time for me to become one of the cool kids. This is the longest answer to a question I’ve ever written, so to wrap this essay of an answer up, I used YouTube to teach me everything I know on the guitar, and I then moved on to teach myself Ukulele after a few years - which was surprisingly easy, it’s basically just the bottom four strings on a guitar! I’m still learning and growing every day. I can play keyboard and have done so at some of my gigs, but some of the venues I play have small areas to set up in, so it’s easier sometimes to just bring my guitar and ukulele. We loved your summer, feel-good, pop song, “Ain’t My Vibe”! What was the inspiration behind this song? What was it like bringing this to life in the studio? Ain’t My Vibe is probably my favorite song I’ve ever written! I say that about almost every new song I release, but this one definitely takes the cake. I was half asleep one night and, as I started to fall asleep, I heard the chorus playing in my head - as any normal person would - so I got up and wrote the song in one sitting! This is one of the first songs I ever wrote without having to play the guitar for inspiration, which I was really excited about because it helped it become more of an upbeat pop song (something I’ve always wanted to have). This song is basically just about how all of these dudes just view women as objects and think it’s ok to use girls for their own personal benefit, which is annoying as heck. It’s happened to a lot of my friends, as well as myself. We’re all so tired of it - it’s exhausting - so I decided to write a song about how we don’t wanna waste our time being with someone who doesn’t even want to get to know us as a person. “Don’t you got something better to do than try to make me fall for you” like, listen, dude, we’re not interested in playing your little games, you know? “Ain’t My Vibe” has us anxiously waiting for the EP! Would you say this single is a good representation of what we can expect on the project? Or, how does this single differ from the other songs included on the EP? I’d definitely say that this has a totally different vibe (lol see what I did there) from the EP I’m currently working up to! Ain’t My Vibe is the most bright, upbeat, happy-sounding song I’ve ever recorded or released, so I thought it’d be a perfect summer single. I’ve always been more into the dark alt. pop category like the Billie Eilish/Halsey/Kim Petras kind of style, and I think it’d be really dope to have an EP come out on Halloween - aka my favorite holiday of all time (I have a Christmas tree decorated with Halloween decor up in my room year-round). Who do you draw influence from when it comes to your songwriting? Do you have a process when it comes to crafting lyrics and melodies or is this unique to the song you’re writing? When it comes to writing, I started out heavily influenced by Taylor Swift, as any 12-year-old girl just starting writing music would be. As I grew in my craft, I discovered people like Bea Miller who really helped me jump into the alternative writing style. Now, I’m extremely influenced by Billie Eilish - who’s basically the Kurt Cobain of the 21st century. Usually, when I’m writing, I sit with my guitar (or ukulele) and do lyrics, melody, and chords at the same time. Sometimes I try writing to tracks either off of YouTube or one that my brother makes in his spare time, but I’m still working on being able to do that effectively. I’ve also gotten into producing my own music lately, so who knows - maybe I’ll have a song I produced myself on the EP! What can we expect to see next from you? I’m currently slowly getting back into gigging out at places again (Corona put tons of stuff on halt). Texas has pretty much opened up but, for now, I’m only playing a couple of local places that have patios. I’ve also been doing some live streams on Facebook or Instagram. You can find my schedule on my website, emilycoleofficial.com, as well as news about my new releases and projects! emilycoleofficial.com #BUZZMUSIC

The Toronto based duo Meeks is one of those artists that are familiar with the game all too well. Knowing how to perfectly blend the styles of 2000s rap and modern hip-hop, Meeks has set out to create a finely tuned music catalog that is full of promising projects. Out of those projects was their latest release “Fridaze”, being able to perfectly capture a vibe and hype up the listener for the weekend, Meeks knows what their crowd wants and will deliver. Originally being created in an impromptu studio session in Toronto, “Fridaze” is the byproduct of inspiration on the spot. Both Jesse aka Meeks and Jibril come together and compliment each other with their own differences in ways that allow for their finest crafts to be created when together. Since hearing their latest craze “Fridaze”, we are thrilled about the music that Meeks is creating and cannot wait to hear what will be coming next. You can find "Fridaze" here. Hello  Jesse aka Meeks and Jibril, and welcome to BuzzMusic. You guys have certainly created a fun track on your latest collab "Fridaze." Can you tell our listeners more about the hit and what you wanted to achieve on the track? Fridaze originated in an impromptu studio session in Toronto last September, it’s almost as if the record created itself. Producer Lonnie was messing around in Logic Pro, looping drum beats and melodies. As soon as the upright bass was introduced reflexively Jesse started crooning, “I’m cool like that, I’m cool like that”, and Fridaze was born. The goal of the record became crystal clear almost immediately. Let’s illustrate the methods, madness, and joy of having a party crazy vice filled blast, gearing up for the sort of tomfoolery that makes you say “I’m never going to drink again!” While also flexing our prowess. How did the two of you inevitably cross paths? Are you both connected with the same community of music makers in Toronto? The story of Jesse Aka Meeks and Jibril is one that stretches far into the past. We attended the same elementary and high school at different years although never really mingled. It’s only in the past couple years that we’ve crossed paths in the Toronto Music scene. Like “Damn bro you got nice eh?” Real recognize real, so as we started gaining traction and producing quality work it’s only natural that we’d end up crossing at some studio session or another. The mutual admiration for each other's work was really the catalyst for this collaborative effort. As you are both successful solo artists did you encounter any artistic differences when working together on "Fridaze"? Or was it surprising how easy the collaboration happened? Our styles are different, our flows are different, and that’s the best part. While Jesse chains clever drug references through and through and boasts about his ability, Jibril heavy handily and braggadocious attack the record head-on. That being said it was rather easy conveying the same feeling throughout the record. It stems from our focus on the listener, trying to create a certain atmosphere on record, making our collaboration seamless. Do you share any common artistic influences you both can relate to that lending in creating "Fridaze"? As Jesse Aka Meeks and Jibril we’re fully realized as individual artists. Of course, we love the same Hip Hop assortment of artists and records, Eminem, Chance, Drake, Nas, Jay Z, J Cole, Biggie, Outcast, Kendrick, etc. But this record wasn’t really directly influenced by our idols, rather, we’ve internalized our favorite artists' best traits and blended it into our styles at this point. instagram.com/jesseakameeks instagram.com/jibrilsound #BUZZMUSIC

The Kansas City R&B/Soul artist Roni Marsalis gave us a deeper meaning to her latest EP 'Amnesia'. Roni Marsalis expressed that her creative process was ever so gentle and that she took her sweet time to finely craft each song to her liking. Roni also explained that the concept she wanted to provide through “Amnesia” was more of a heavy one, speaking on a disorder known as Dissociative Amnesia, where we can easily forget information due to personal trauma and stress. While Roni Marsalis realized that the woman she was becoming needed a powerful voice behind her to speak her own truth, it was truly a reflective process and a vulnerable one too. Roni was extremely adamant to incorporate her spoken-word art into the EP, seeing as it’s how she was initially introduced to rapping and emceeing. Noting that spoken-word can provide more effective and clear messages because all we have to focus on is the words and body language of the artist at hand. Roni Marsalis has always begun her creative process with a beat, whether it wows her or not. She’s mentioned that her brand not only stands for freedom but wanting to change the way we view the world of hip-hop. Standing her ground as a strong and proud black woman, Roni Marsalis hopes to influence other women of color to be as creative as they desire and never stop what they're doing because of corrupt and discriminatory systems. Fighting for what she believes in, and leaving a legacy behind, Roni Marsalis is constantly growing with each step. Listen to 'Amnesia' here. instagram.com/ronimarsalis facebook.com/ronimarsalis ronimarsalis.com #BUZZMUSIC

Growing up in São Paulo, Brazil, SARTØR began playing the electric guitar at a young age. With milestones such as touring the country with her past rock band and releasing music as a solo artist, SARTØR has built up a significant fanbase. Now based out of Los Angeles, CA, she brings us her fresh new single, “HEAVY HEART”. “HEAVY HEART” brings an emotional element to the table while fusing together elements of electronica, alternative rock, and pop to form this unique sound we know as SARTØR. The song starts with a catchy guitar riff that instantly caught our attention but once the drums kicked in shortly after the vocal, we were sold. In the hook she sings, “no one saw you so lonely when you’re growing up, life is such a roller coaster.” With harmonies that brighten up the mood and lift the lead vocal, SARTØR’s voice soars with freedom and becomes the centerpiece to this song. Entirely self-produced, “HEAVY HEART” creates an atmosphere that encompasses what this innovative artist is all about. Absorb every last bit of SARTØR’s new song, “HEAVY HEART” and we guarantee you’ll be overwhelmed with satisfaction. Discover “HEAVY HEART” here. Hello SARTØR! We found ourselves captivated by how well you pull off your sound. It is so unique to your artistry. How have you shaped this style over the years? Did you have any influences while discovering your sound? wow, thank you for that! I think I pretty much owe that to having listened to a lot of different genres throughout my life. nowadays you can pretty much catch me listening to from Bring Me the Horizon, grimes, issues, to blackbear, Charli CXX, and Yung lean all on the same day hahaha. I also used to be fascinated by pop-punk and metalcore when I was a teenager, so I think that definitely shows! It's always challenging trying to find/shaping your sound, and it certainly took me a lot of time. but right now I feel like I'm finally getting there without any fear of experimenting and putting myself out there. we're at one of the best times for music in my opinion, where genres are pretty much non-existent, so it's definitely freeing seeing everyone (including myself) just making and putting out what feels right for them. We loved listening to “HEAVY HEART” and we know that you produced it all yourself! What inspired you to write this song? What was it like bringing it to life through the production? It all started with a voice note! I was out one day and the chorus simply popped up in my head, so I recorded it on my iPhone, and on the next day I started to think about the overall sound I was trying to go for. it seems like a very simple beat but it was actually pretty tricky to make! I definitely scrapped a few ideas before getting to the final one. after the overall idea was finished, for some reason I felt like the right thing would be to track some real bass to it instead of my go-to 808s, so I reached out to Skyler (bass player of the band Issues). he loved the song and in the same week he sent the bass track over. when i first heard everything together I simply knew the song was done! it was a perfect match. also, a huge shoutout to Dell for putting up with my endless mixing edits and making it sound exactly the way I envisioned it! We hear you’re working on a debut album to release later in 2020! What can you tell us about this exciting new project? Is your song “HEAVY HEART” a good representation of what we can expect? YES! I'm very excited about it! I've been teasing "EVERYTHING IS REAL" for quite a while now, and it's finally getting to its final form! However, "HEAVY HEART" it's part of an EP I'm putting out around July/August, while I finish working on the tape which is leaning more to the experimental/pop side of things. about the EP, people can expect a heavily guitar-based project, and I'm definitely screaming some high notes on it as well, fulfilling my pop-punk younger self's dreams. Having experienced so many milestones already in your career, what are some big goals you’re looking to achieve in the future? Are any of these being put into place or worked on currently? I can't wait to be able to play my songs live! touring it's the thing I'm definitely looking the most forward to. I was about to play my first LA show in march but then this whole COVID-19 happened. I hope all of this is going to be over soon though, and we'll be able to connect face to face with our fans again in the near future! brighter days are ahead of us for sure. I'd also love to produce and write for other artists as well! can't wait to come across an opportunity to do so. instagram.com/iamsartor #BUZZMUSIC

Kacey Fifield releases her sweet pop/R&B single titled “Confidential.” Not only being a talented musician and Singer/Songwriter, but you might have seen Kacey Fifield on several different series like Kids React, Teens React, React to That, Game Shakers, and many more. Diving into her music career with her new single “Confidential”, Kacey Fifield blows us out of the water with her powerful vocals at the mere age of 15, and how she channels deep emotions through her natural maturity. The beat brings in a darker tone, perfectly allowing Kacey Fifield to belt her vocals and stand in the spotlight. Starting off with a down-tempo R&B beat, “Confidential” brings textured snares and hi-hats, giving the track that modern feel but with timeless lyricism. Kacey Fifield begins to question where she went wrong with a certain situation, and how she’s interrogated to spill her inner monologue for others to selfishly listen. She soars over with mesmerizing vocals that are incredibly impressive coming from a young teenager. Kacey Fifield continues to sing that when her deepest thoughts are out for public discussion, she begins to trap herself in her own mind and refrain from speaking her thoughts ever again. A conceptual storyline that highlights Kacey Fifield’s inner monologue without overstepping, “Confidential” reminds us that we mustn't be so nosey towards those in the spotlight. Discover "Confidential" here. Hey Kacey Fifield, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’re blown away by your deep-rooted messages from your latest single “Confidential”. What inspired you to write a song that reminds people to mind their own business when it comes to celebrities and influencers? Being pressured into sharing any information is difficult for anyone and it's not always easy to say no. While it is a problem for those on social media, everyone has experienced this at least once. Also, we all have experienced gossip and people talking behind our backs. We shouldn’t always have to defend our feelings. There's nothing wrong with keeping some secrets confidential! Seeing as your single “Confidential” sounds to be a fresh and modern R&B type beat, does Kacey Fifield always stick to this genre? Or was “Confidential” different from your other songs in terms of genres? "Confidential" was something new that I tried and I loved it! My songs are usually more pop with EDM influence but I loved this new vibe me and my music producer, Ricardo Padua, came up with. I definitely want to try different genres and vibes in the near future to keep things interesting and fresh. We’ve heard that Kacey Fifield is quite the entertainment industry professional, even at the young age of 15. How have your experiences from TV, internet series’ and music helped your career grow to what it is today? I started acting at age 8 and have had a lot of experiences in television, movies and commercials! I have been also in the YouTube series Kids React and now, Teens React. All of this has allowed me to be a better actress and do what I love. I love being in front of the camera! Each and every experience helps me grow as an actor and as an individual! Music is something very special to me as it helps me express myself to the fullest. I released my first single when I was 10 years old and I have grown so much since then! Acting is becoming different people based on your current script and music is all about what you feel inside. Kacey Fifield has a very notable career when it comes to TV and internet exposure. Could you share with our readers more information about your music career, how you balance your gigs (TV, Youtube, music, etc.) and what your music is all about? I go to regular school and am very involved in extracurriculars such as Speech and Debate, Track and Field, choir, Children's Hospital Aid Club, and more! I'm also in AP and Honors classes so it's definitely not easy to balance my school life with my acting, singing/songwriting, YouTube channel, and other entertainment industry activities. However, my key is to prioritize schoolwork over everything and to not procrastinate! This allows me to put my best foot forward in everything that I do. My music is based on my personal life experiences and the lessons that I have taken away from them. My goal is to inspire others therefore you can find motivational messages in my songs. What will you be working on next Kacey? Quarantine has me super inspired and writing so much new music! I've also been filming some super fun YouTube videos for my channel, Kacey Fifield Variety. Stay tuned! instagram.com/kaceyfifield #BUZZMUSIC

Kersty Ryan is a modern-day artist whose music is the culmination of iconic vocalists in both the R&B and pop realm to help shape her to be the wide-range artist that she is. There is something truly special about the art that Kersty Ryan creates, her uniquely gritty tone combined with her own personal lyrics and catchy melodies make for an experience that anyone will be able to relate to and dance to. This was something that we could easily hear in Kersty Ryans debut single “Anybody Else”, it is upbeat, fun, and enjoyable experience from start to end. “Anybody Else” highlights everything that Kersty Ryan is made of, her bold vocals easily shine over the poping organic instrumentation that throws us deep into her thoughts about finding the person that brings you immense happiness when they bring you out of your comfort zone. It is clear while listening to “Anybody Else” how much soul Kersty Ryan puts into her music, every element of her music, the drums have an electronic tone to them but keep a bit of an acoustic bounce to it, the bass feels like it was meant to get the dance floor going, the synth pads bring a subtle ethereal flair that allows for Kersty Ryan’s beautiful vocals to flow over top. We are absolutely in love with “Anybody Else” and cannot wait to hear Kersty Ryan's upcoming EP this summer. You can jam out to “Anybody Else” here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Kersty Ryan! We are loving your debut release “Anybody Else”! How does it feel to finally have music out? How long have you been working on this one? It feels amazing to finally have music out. It's been years in the making, from trying to find out who I wanted to be as an artist and going down so many different avenues to get there. I'm so happy. I actually wrote "Anybody Else" in a couple of hours, and we finished the entire track about a week later. My producer and the instrumentalists knew what my vision was for the song and they all totally killed it. This record is full of dancy grooves, how was the instrumental aspect created? Did it come before or after the lyric writing? So I wrote this song's lyrics and melody first, with just an acoustic guitar. I usually start any songwriting process with just my guitar or a piano, and then I start planning and building out the track with my producer (and coincidentally, life partner), Landon Tyler. We built out a demo of the whole song and sent it over to the drummer and bassist because I felt like those are the two instruments that this song really needed to have the energy that I wanted. They both loved the idea and they came to the studio a couple of days later to record. The drummer is my good friend Jake Wyble, who is arguably the best drummer I know. The bassist is my other good friend (and incredible artist as well), Elijah Delgado; he really pulled the track together with the fun bass lines. With “Anybody Else” being about the bliss about finding that person, how do you personally relate to the lyrics? Was there any particular moment that sparked the creation of this song? I relate to this song because I have an amazing partner who got me out of my comfort zone and showed me a whole new world when we started dating. He knows me so well and always knows how to make me have fun, even though we are total homebodies most of the time lol. The creation of the song actually came from the title. It popped in my head and I immediately knew exactly what the chorus would be about and what it would sound like. I have an entire list of just song titles I've thought of in my notes app, and those spark inspiration all the time when I'm running dry on ideas. We are very excited about your upcoming EP! How do the songs on it compare to “Anybody Else”? The EP is pretty somber compared to Anybody Else. I think it's because when I started writing for this EP, I was in a really dark place, so my songs naturally came out as a darker feel. There are a few ballads, another summery-pop song...it's kind of all over the place but I love it. It describes my past few years really well. I can't wait for you to hear it. Aside from your upcoming EP and singles, do you have any other plans for 2020? We are working on the next project! I'm so excited to get back in the studio. If Corona allows, I want to play some shows. Other than that, probably a lot of hanging out with my friends, baking, and maybe I'll get a puppy? Haha. The year feels like it's so unpredictable right now with everything going on. But definitely more content will be on the way! instagram.com/kerstyryan facebook.com/kerstyryan twitter.com/kerstyryan #BUZZMUSIC

A soulful set up of an R&B guitar and snapping fingers leads you into Josey's new single "Energy." From Houston, Texas, Josey is creating a unique blend of soul, pop, and alternative R&B while singing to express- not impress. The themes Josey concentrates her messaging around promotes self-love and strength in overcoming life's obstacles. "Energy" is a brutally honest lyrical display that tells the story about a relationship that has run its course, and the lack of interest or "energy" needed to fix the broken bond. Josey's voice is proud and full of soul as she unpacks the emotional baggage that has been weighing her down. Lyrics like "I have 100 other things to do than sit and waste my time on you," "I'd rather be lonely than have fake friends," and "I'm not calling for favors if you didn't want me then don't come back later," are a superior display of self-love and confidence and an excellent example to others on how to stand up for yourself. "Energy" is propelled by grooving beats, funky bass-lines, and blues-tinged R&B guitar riffs that together, with Josey's powerful soul charged voice make for one vibing track. Discover "Energy" here. Hello Josey, and welcome to BuzzMusic. We loved your latest release: "Energy." Can you tell us a bit more about the song and how it came about? Thank you! I wrote this song in fall 2018 with Kate Cosentino. Overall this song is about no longer having the energy for what is not serving you. If it's not making me better, happy, or making me money, I don't have time or energy for it! The song came from a real-life experience I was having. I had just moved to Nashville and been here for a year. Two of my best friends had made plans to go on a trip and I felt left out and was having a hard time adjusting to a new city. We ended up getting in a fight over it and then I came to the realization  "I don't have the energy". I decided I didn't have the energy to fight and the situation just wasn't worth the emotional tuggawar. Now this song also relates to me in the sense of not having the energy to keep fighting the same fight alone or arguing with racists over human rights. Black lives matter period! I don't have the energy to debate that fact any longer. It's time to put our energy into creating change! You sing with grace, power, and theatrics throughout "Energy." We loved how at the end of the song you seemed depleted as if your energy had officially run out. How do you center yourself to fully immerse yourself into the song? Thank you, I'm so glad y'all picked up on that, that is def how I felt and the vibe I was going for. I was able to center and fully immerse myself in the song by being grounded. This song really is a daily mood for me, even though the situations change, I find myself constantly having to pick and choose my battles. I'm only getting older, there is no time or energy to waste and I wanted to make sure the authenticity of the song was captured. I wanted y'all to hear and feel how tired I was and still am.  Your voice has a truly formidable aspect to it and its paired flawlessly to and R&B atmosphere. Have you always been drawn to that genre of music? Yes! I love R&B and soul music! From a young age, I would listen to India Arie, Whitney Houston, Destiny's child, Lauryn Hill & Mariah Carey! Till this day these are some of my favorite artists! I just love music where you can really believe everything they are saying! Music is the TRUTH!! R&b has a great way of doing that and pairing it with a fun rhythm and interesting beats it just makes for a good classic.  You mentioned you relocated to Nashville to further pursue your career in music. How has the music community there enhanced your art? The music community here has enhanced my art in so many ways! I was able to find my producer here, he produced Energy and my first single TMI! I feel like my songwriting and musicianship has definitely gotten stronger since being in Nashville. I've been pushed and inspired immensely by the creative community here!   What can we expect to see next from you? What's next for me will be another single coming this fall! I had some tour stuff planned but with Rona who knows! I will stay active on my socials with live videos of new music and maybe even a music video coming soon! I am also releasing merch soon, so keep an eye out for that. Be sure to follow me on Spotify and  Instagram @josey_omo to stay updated with releases, new music, merch, and shows! instagram.com/josey_omo joseyofficial.com #BUZZMUSIC