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Few singer-songwriters have the kind of mastery over their vocal performance as Natalie Nichole and Naz T Musiq. She offers up the type of music you would abandon everything and anything to listen to. It's the type of thing that you'd leave in the middle of a dinner party for retreating into the nearest shower to let Nichole's and Naz T Music's woos wash over you like the luscious reverb floods into your ears. Her new song is a mix of R&B slow jam combined into a blissful contemporary vibe, and rousing spiritual stimulus. It should evoke a feeling that can melt any non-believers who can't see that these two collaborators gel together on a soulful backdrop production. "Pay Attention" is perhaps the most dazzling thing to come from the new pairing this summer, and hopefully not the last. It works in multiple layers of a pristine sounding production and features topline registers and harmonies that astonish. It is somehow simultaneously swanky enough to fill a dance floor with the clamor of swaying feet while also contending as a soulful RnB top-shelf selection for a Sunday evening. In the middle of it all are two dynamic vocal performances, vibing off one another in the most expressive fashion, battling out as they crescendo. There's a closeness to it as we're projected into the frontlines of emotions; the vocal performance soars high into the atmosphere tickling space, and then come touching back down with the elegance of a feather near the song's climax. Behind the piano's dancing, a crispy-tight mix, and the dynamics of their harmonies synergizing: Natalie Nichole conjures that sweet feeling of love. Featuring a growing maturity in her voice and Naz T Musiq warm support, Natalie is gifting us another summer hit with this newly welcomed addition to her gifted catalog. You can listen to "Pay Attention" here. Hey there, Natalie Nichole! Welcome to BuzzMusic, we're happy to be featuring your latest collaborative single, "Pay Attention." Can you tell us about some of the inspirations you drew from to imbue this song with so much vibe? I have always loved writing duets. For some reason all my life I've been really good at hearing multiple voices coming together to make something beautiful. I didn't always have someone to sing the records I'd write with me so of course I just wrote solo records & released those but I've been blessed lately to find talents that have work ethic & the ability to truly sing/rap to where it's been easy to knock out records like this. As far as inspiration & it's vibe I'm an R&B singer that also writes all genres of music, I think the vibe is built in. You can't really force a song like this to be created - these types of records are truly divine. The mastery and dramatic aura surrounding your vocal performance on this single is absolutely astounding. Are there any practice rituals you've been able to attribute to your vocal dynamic and technique?  I studied the greats! I would mimic Patti Labelle that would help with my higher rage & strengthening my mixed voice. I'd practice singing Whitney Houston song for the runs & chest voice techniques. I obviously am also heavily influenced by Mariah Carey's falsetto, whisper tones & writing arrangements. I love GREAT talented people; I'd even study Al Green & the list goes on. I'd look up vocal warm-ups & learned how to sing with my diaphragm & just properly take care of my instrument. I still warm up my voice, practice & study; you can always learn something new & get better. How did you end up linking up with Naz T Musiq for this single? Was there a definitive plan, or was this a happy accident? Actually, I discovered Naz T Musiq at the talent showcase in Dallas, Tx. I thought he was absolutely gifted. I wanted to work with him & sign him to my indie label "Indience Music Group" from the moment the first note came out of his mouth, so that's what I did. When I originally wrote "Pay Attention" I had another singer in mind to sing it that sounded more like Chris Brown so I took away some of the soul of the song to make it more Pop friendly to match his voice. The other singer ended up declining to sing the record so I asked Naz T & he was more than happy to. When I heard Naz singing "Pay Attention" in the studio he brought back the soul vocally which allowed me to add my natural soul back to it as well. I couldn't have asked for a better feature & artist to work with. Naz T Musiq is a songwriter, singer, rapper, etc. in his own right & for him to take on my lyrics with such grace & allow me to produce/arrange his vocals in the studio is a talent in itself. Naz is such a true artist & open to trying new things that allow him to be expressive which is a highlight. Ultimately, that quality in him will give him a lot of opportunities & he'll have an amazing career. When do you think about the previous generations of music that you grew up listening to, which period has the most substantial influence on your musical style? I'm a Millennial. I'm heavily influenced by the 80s, 90s & early 2000s. A lot of my music is based on that era in particular. I must say though, I was raised with a plethora of older people around me from all walks of life that listened to music dating as far back as the 1920s. I'm well rounded in all genres of music & am absolutely influenced by a little bit of everything from rock, punk rock, classical music, pop, r&b, rap, etc. but to answer your question in short, my style, essence & heart when it comes to creating records with meaning stems from the 80s, 90s & early 2000s. What can we expect to see next from you? You can always expect more music. I definitely am debuting a lot of NEW artists from my label "Indience Music Group" starting this year so you can expect awesome collaborations with other talented creators. I'll be dropping beautiful visuals & I write scripts so I'll be working behind the scenes on some movie/tv show stuff as well. I'm an actor so you'll be seeing me on the big screen too. To keep it simple & straight to the point, I say expect the unexpected. God gave me many gifts & I plan to put them all into play & help as many talented creators that I possibly can along the way. natalienichole.com instagram.com/natalie_moments twitter.com/Ms_N27 #BUZZMUSIC

John Gordon has always had a stronghold on creativity and artistic prowess. Since childhood, John has always had two hands in exploring one art form or another. John never thought his creative path would lead to singing and songwriting- an avid painter, John always assumed his path would lead to visual artistry. Painting was a path his parents assumed he would walk down as well. John was too modest to showcase his vocal abilities; nervous he would be heard messing up the delivery, John's parents were unaware of his talent until his junior high music teacher enlightened them in a parent-teacher conference. Music took center stage when John Gordon started singing in college, winning the Black Student Union Talent Contest in his Freshman Year. John joined James Madison University's Contemporary Gospel Singers and almost instantly was given a soul-stirring solo garnering him significant praise and attention around campus. Continuing his music exploration, John has partnered with other notable musical contributors that elevated his musical stylings. John Gordon sings from a vulnerable, genuine, and truthful place and believes that if you are invested in what you are singing, the audience will be right alongside you. John's sheer love of music propels him forward along his artistic path, not for money or fame, purely for the love and ability to display his creative expressions. We cant wait to see where John's path leads him next. Discover "Missing Me" here. instagram.com/deaconoffunk facebook.com/deaconoffunk #BUZZMUSIC

After a year of growth and self-reflection, KaySoul is back to show us the experience she’s gathered. Her new song “Blood In My Veins” tells the story of her struggles in discovering a unique healing process that would help her through past hurts. Kay Soul found her love for singing at church and references the bible in much of her music. With this, Kay strives to promote positivity and faith through her songs, and the energy she emits will leave a legacy for her fans. Vulnerable and heartwarming, Kay’s music will leave you speechless and full of sentiment. Not to mention the powerful vocal abilities and musicality shining through each and every lyric with every song she writes. Kay Soul’s music was made to preserver through tough times. Don’t miss out on her new song, “Blood In My Veins.” Check out "Blood In My Veins" here. instagram.com/kaysoulmusic twitter.com/kaysoulmusiq #BUZZMUSIC

Since his successful start in the music industry ten years ago, DJ Bander has carved out a propitious niche within the industry. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, DJ Bander began playing the piano as a young child and moved on to performing and composing his own musical productions. He took his musical aspirations to the west coast and received comprehensive music composition training from BAM, USC, and Musician's Institute in Los Angeles. This top 100 charting artist, producer, and DJ has received considerable notoriety for his incredible talents in the electronic music genre. Over the years, DJ Bander has gained recognition for his ability to showcase his diverse musical soundscape. Creating music that showcases everything from deep and soulful tech-house to rough electro bangers and euphoric progressive house anthems, DJ Bander has proven himself to be a pioneer and leader in the electronic music arena. BUZZMUSIC isn't the only entertainment community singing his praises. In 2019 DJ Bander saw two of his songs place in the top 100 on Beatport, one of which, his titled track "NASA," made it in the top 50. These rankings were featured in Fox News, Business Insider, and ABC News. We cannot wait to see what 2020 brings for DJ Bander. Discover DJ Bander's latest Hit "Asymptomatic" here. instagram.com/DJBander facebook.com/BanderProductions #BUZZMUSIC

Born in San Jose, California, Jay Greene is this year's smoothest MC looking to reintroduce himself into the Hip-Hop music scene with his latest single, "Curious." After taking a hiatus away from rap music, masterful MC Jay Greene seems invigorated to rap again. Nevertheless, that's how it feels on the brand-new track "Curious" — highlighting his most recent efforts to reacquaint himself with his first love. This track is a triumphant showcase of the reborn MC's lyrical agility as he crosses smooth proposals that lament about the true love he could find with another. Over a pleasantly tempering synth line and a punchy drum beat, the hook takes your attention and sedates you into an addictive vibe. Throughout each verse, a thunderously sensuous tone with heavy articulation set the stage for the diversity in Greene's performance. "you can reel me in, tell me your life story now, fill me in," he laments in his suggestive rasp. He then spatters a gummy topline melody that sticks to you like toffee candy—"baby, are you curious?!"—sticking to the edges of our pallets as Jay displays his dominance over creating addictive hooks. In the same style as some of the 90s most iconic rap anthems, a thumping sample-based production highlights, without restraint, this song's pure engagement over the ears—a spread of an MC's aptitude on the microphone and evidence that Jay Greene hasn't lost footing on his endeavor to get his rapping career moving. With captivating flow and a hook that sings like trumpets, "Curious" drives home the directions of his influential hip-hop music: Up up and away! Without a doubt, this veteran hip-hop prospect's return marks a milestone in the music industry this summer with this percussive and sensual hit. Listen to "Curious" here. Welcome back to BuzzMusic Jay Greene! We're psyched to be featuring your newest single, "Curious." Can you tell us more about the process in which this song developed for you? Curious came together 12 years ago. I was at my boy LA’s house in El Paso Texas chilling in his studio when G.L. came in with the curious beat. It already the hook on it, and once I heard it I knew that was a hit. To this day “Curious” is the fastest song I’ve written.  Would you say your approach to this song was influenced in any way by the inspiration you find in your favorite artists from the '90s? I think “Curious” brings back that relationship between Hip Hop and R&B. Back when singers sang and rappers rapped. You look at those collaborations with Biggie and Total, or Meth and Mary, Foxy and Case we don’t hear those type of songs anymore and Curious I believe has that feeling of a classic hip hop and R&B collaboration we used to get from those Golden Era artist.  It must have taken some time to realize your own unique sound and character. In this time, what has been one of the most significant breakthroughs for your artistic stimulus? I’m not sure how I would characterize my sound today, but I can tell you since the beginning I never wanted to sound like anything on the radio. This is the era of biters, aside from DaBaby and Blueface I couldn’t tell these artists apart. I think I’ve been able to cut through the bullshit by not being a follower. The day I fall off is the day I auto-Tune my songs.  Thank you for coming back and sharing this new single with us! Can we anticipate any more impressive singles from you soon I have some songs I’m really excited about coming soon. I can’t give any details yet but I think you’ll enjoy them. What can we expect to see next from you? Like I always say, you’ll have to follow me on Instagram to find out what’s in the works. instagram.com/jgreene4real #BUZZMUSIC

From the suburbs of Boston Massachusetts is where we find out next Spotlight Artist: Fancy J London. Fancy focuses her creative attention on composing original melodies that set her apart from other artists who, too often blend into each other's sound. Her commitment to originality is drawn from transcribing personal experiences and wisdom into her songwriting. To keep her sound invigorated, Fancy collaborates with several different artists and producers worldwide to infuse multiple perspectives into her music. Through this collaboration, Fancy has found it rewarding to see all the hard work a collaboration entails transform into an unforgettable piece of art. Her ability to take on challenging, lyrical subject matter and set it to a joyful melody is an example of Fancy's quest to experiment with subject and sound; which was exquisitely achieved on her latest release "Forever." For Fancy, songwriting can happen in the spur of a moment, when a thought enters her subconscious, no matter the time of day, Fancy is jumping for a pen and paper, never ignoring her instincts of an untapped thought. Her love of carefully crafting lyrics is done with the hopes in uplifting and comforting listeners who can relate with her music. We cannot wait for you to tap into Fancy J London. Discover "Forever" here. instagram.com/officialfancyjlondon facebook.com/FancyJLondonOfficial #BUZZMUSIC

Resisting to be confined to one specific genre of music, BELLS is creating and arranging fresh, multi-faceted sounds. Based in Los Angeles, BELLS began songwriting as a kid; she stowed away in her room-filling up journals with her original lyrics. It was that enate ability that paved the way for her in the music business. Her skill in crafting thought-provoking and free-flowing lyrics caught the attention of local Hip-Hop and R&B artists, and she started writing songs for other artists. Realizing that she wanted to set her own voice to her lyrical creations, BELLS took some time away from the scene and started carefully tuning her sound. Her celestial vocals are paired with her innate ability to devise lyrics listeners can relate to. Singing about themes like societal deficiencies, personal compulsions, and the relationships we cultivate with each other, BELLS is providing a wide range of lyrical subject matter. BELLS diverse taste in music finds her continually listening to something new across multiple genres. Each project she creates can a jump-off point from a different genre, following her intuition on honing in on sounds that genuinely inspire her, BELLS creates a unique arena of sound. With a natural ability to create relatable and memorable material, we can't wait to hear what BELLS releases next. Discover "eating2much" here. Hi BELLS! Welcome to BuzzMusic! You’ve created such an interesting arrangement in your newest single, “eating2much”, and we know that you not only wrote this song but produced it as well! What can you tell us about the production choices behind the music? Do you ever struggle to find inspiration when it comes to creating most of the music yourself? Thank you so much! I generally hear how I want the production to sound on a song when I write it/while I write it. It all comes into my head at the same time, but I do struggle with the technical side sometimes of how to bring my ideas to life. For this one, I had written it on guitar but wanted the main chords to be keys. I started there and that kind of informed the rest of the track. I love hip-hop/r&b, so that was the inspiration behind the beat and bass line. In general, though, I always let the song itself guide how I produce it. What first sparked your interest in writing so early on in your life? Hmm, honestly just necessity. I don’t remember any particular reason why I even wanted a guitar, but I did and as soon as I had one, I taught myself and started writing songs. I never remember thinking that I wanted to, I just did and then I really enjoyed it. It was my way of feeling understood, like the songs themselves were my friends or mentors validating my feelings when I didn’t feel understood by others. The meaning behind “eating2much” involves the over-consumption of external voices. We loved this story and the meaning so much cause it can relate to so many people! Can you tell us more behind the story and how you wrote it? How did you come up with this concept? Thank you!! It was pretty random actually. I had just eaten dinner while watching some kind of interview or podcast on youtube, and then wrote this song super quick. It was pretty literal. Like I literally was “eating too much” of these conversations other people were having and disappointed in the ones I was having with my friends at the time. I was getting more fulfillment from what I was listening to then my friendships all while feeling like I was wasting time “learning” and working on self-growth. I knew that letting go of certain friends, stopping listening to outside voices/opinions, and just staying focused on my work and myself was the only thing that would truly fulfill me. Do you have any influences behind your music? How have they shaped the way you write and produce? I’m super influenced by the music I listen to, which changes all the time but always informs what I make as my taste changes. When I made this song I was listening to a lot of Jorja Smith, Sza, Frank Ocean, Kruangbin, Tierra Whack, and other amazing artists in that world. The sounds and worlds they create in their productions really inspire me. What can fans anticipate next from you, BELLS? I’m so excited for the next few songs I’ll be releasing! People can anticipate something new! I write a lot of poetry and finally found a way to use it in my music that I can’t wait to share. :) instagram.com/bells.music facebook.com/itsbellsmusic #BUZZMUSIC

Fresh off the heels of his debut EP 'Through the Palms,' Brian Redahan gives us a energized hit on his latest release, "Nowhere Baby." With music being a key component throughout Redahan's life, he found a gravitational pull towards pop music. The genre's ability to empower and invigorate his soul is what Redahan found most appealing and put that sense of empowerment into creating his pop-centric music. A Nashville transplant, Redahan is now a collective member of the music community in Los Angeles, California. Redahan has formed introspective, collaborative relationships with other musicians and producers to perfect and further his sound. His ability to infuse descriptive narrative into his songs offer a mode of connection with the listener. Not shying away from darker subject matters, Redahan can take a solemn theme and set it to his signature popified sound that uplifts the listener. Redahan continuously proves that even when the message of a song is conceptually deeper, the soundscape can still promote free-flowing vibes. We are looking forward to hearing more magical creations from Redahan and think you will share our sentiment when you hit play on "Nowhere Baby." Discover Redahan's "Nowhere Baby" here. instagram.com/redahan.music blossomrecs.com/artists/redahan #BuzzMusic

Confidence, liberation, and striving to hit personal bests is what ZZAY is all about. This spiritually aware goddess isn't shying away from her powerful voice and provoking vocals. Hailing from Los Angeles, CA, this proud Mexican-American woman is promoting love and positivity towards race and gender. Through her multi-stylistic musical approach, ZZAY is proving her strength as a singer, songwriter, and rapper, showcasing powerful messages for young 'xicanas' alike. Its no surpriseZZayhas teamed up with Day Hernandez to cultivate the video pairing for "Golden Daze." Day Hernandez is an Art Director from Los Angele's California specializing in creating culturally rich productions that are nurturing and foster positive societal idealisms. ZZAYand Day's kismet collaboration saw both players perfectly hone in on "Golden Daze" subject matter. Day's capability directing inspiring creations paved the way for "Golden Daze" visual promotion of female and cultural positivity. Utilizing her prowess, ZZAY is tackling issues within her music, such as mental health, racism, sexism, environmental justice issues, decolonization, gentrification, and womxn empowerment. Her healing messages are an affirmation to listeners that it is ok to feel magical and to trust your inner intuition and vibes the universe is sending you. Her lyrical composition is directly influenced by her own journey and sentiments. Translating her feelings and visions connects ZZAY with her audience. Her recognition of the importance to make music that is attractive to an audience, but never shying away from songs that create feelings of doubt or sadness can sometimes be the best songs for listeners to relate to and the boldness that comes from ZZAY's realness has been a humbling experience for her and her craft. Discover "Golden Daze" here. Could you expand on how you and director Day Hernandez arranged the serene atmosphere in your video for “Golden Daze”? Day and I have been working closely for a few months before we moved forward with a final concept. We would meet up at our local coffee shop @capuyocafe in Boyle Heights. I expressed to Day what the song was about and what I expected as far as visuals. She then put together a visual treatment that broke everything down from wardrobe to production design. After we locked in looks Day and Madison Shelton produced the shoot. They started off by reaching out to an all-female crew, after that it was all smooth. There are so many pieces in this video that were well thought out before we went through with it. The shot list was broken down to explain what we did want to see and what we absolutely did not want to advocate in the video. Working with Day means we will always do the right thing and promote female and cultural positive messages. What helped your songwriting process for golden daze and how did you write lyrics that portray such detailed imagery.  Golden Daze is a bright, radiant uplifting tune, because I wrote it during a time of doubt, and had been feeling like there was a lack of foundation in my music, as well as other parts in my life. I wanted to create something motivating, but still funky. What’s funny is I thought Dan Ganja (one of the producers of the song) was also going to be rapping with me. So it was a fun surprise to also finish off the song.  My process includes a lot of repetition; I usually listen to a beat until I’m sick of it (lol.) Once I feel like I’ve meshed well with it, and feel like I can sing the structure of the song while also creating an emotion, it’s game time. I wanted to emulate a feeling of being a boss b*tch, but also not tying onto the idea that you need to be a b*tch to be a boss. I had recently gotten back from the New Skool Rules convention in the Netherlands, so when I say, “I’m riding with my queens, and we sail across the sea,” I’m referring to that point in time. This song reminds me of the canals and feeling so free and loving that I’m doing what I want through music in a different county. It’s tough to try and talk about making money in music without seeming like its a flex, so I feel that this song displays a nice blend of securing the bag but also remembering that our mental state and well being and inner peace is the real bag. How has Zzay as an artist leveled up over the years as an artist? Are you still striving for a certain goal? Zzay has leveled up in a lot of ways, not only because of experience but also because of the vast transition of promoting thru live shows, street teams, and one on one interaction—to now learning the world of streaming, marketing and building an online audience. When i had first started putting out music, having music on iTunes seemed like a dream, i don’t even think Spotify was around! I mostly bombarded Facebook walls, tweeted my new Soundcloud links, and just hoped and prayed that people would hear about me through word of mouth. But after the merge of Facebook, Instagram, and launches of new streaming apps, I began to do my research. Upon doing so, I stumbled upon Distrokid—a distribution site that allows you to be in full control of your releases while also not milking percentages and leaving you with nothing. I think in a lot of ways, I’ve glowed up internally—meaning emotionally and with my work ethic. I’ve learned how important it is to invest in myself. There's nothing wrong with learning about budgets, and what you need to take your craft to the next level. There’s nothing wrong with taking the extra step. There’s nothing wrong with looking for the right team! This artistry shit comes with a lot of sacrifices! I don’t think people understand, I didn’t at first. But ultimately, I feel like I’ve grown and blossomed with so much confidence. People see and feel it when I perform. They feel it when I walk in the room. My goals have changed—I used to want to tour until I could no longer walk haha but with the industry-changing, there's no longer a need for that. I want to land syncs this year, hopefully on something that speaks to me like  Netflixs’ “On My Block” or “Gentefied.” I want to hit over a million streams, whether it be a song or an album; I think 2020 is the year to do it. Why do you think your music has been successful and how do you lock in genuine listeners? I feel like my audience has been so loyal because I meet a lot of my fans at shows. I’ve been that fan that’s too nervous to talk to my favorite artist, but I like to remind them that I’m just like them. I haven’t hit that God complex. I think that because I am able to create genuine relationships with my fans, the gravitational pull comes naturally. I think it’s important to make music that is attractive to an audience, but I also think that sometimes the best songs come when you’re stuck in your feelings, sad, doubtful, or just overloaded with emotions in general. I think listeners stay loyal because they respect that, and relate to a lot of what I got to say. Because I am very interactive online, the Zzay army stays strong. I used to feel so weird talking into my camera, like I was a diva! Now I love talking to my audience, and they seem to like what I’ve got to say! I feel like as a young xicana, we are the voice of the reason, we are the voice of the generations that were silenced and we’re here to stay. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020 For 2020, I’m learning more and more about proper rollouts and maintaining the right team in order to display the perfect execution. I am currently working with Day and revival reels on our next visual and will be releasing new projects this summer, including projects executively produced by 4th Beats, and another project solely by Dan Ganja. This year I can feel a sync happening. I plan to keep releasing quality—after Golden Daze, there's no room for lower budgets, favors from the homies. All I can say is for 2020, if you thought Golden Daze was awesome, just wait until the next one. With COVID-19 in full effect, I have no idea what's to happen as far as my shows. I’m enjoying these Instagram live shows, but it’s not the same at all. Ultimately, I can’t wait to be back in other countries doing what I love. This break from reality was always sought for and now that we have it a lot of us don’t know what to do. I am proud to say during this time I’ve learned about my artistry, and excited to now be recording myself, producing my own instrumentals. The possibilities are still endless despite what a lot of people think during the current times. instagram.com/zzay92 instagram.com/pincheday #BuzzMusic

From the humble beginnings starting out playing in suburban garages, Metal Friction worked tirelessly and overcame many challenges along the way. Metal Friction has carved out their own unique territory or alt-rock we hear on their late single: “Show Me Some Love.” Founded in 2015 in Mississauga, Ontario, by brothers Christian and Ryan Price, the duo expanded their members adding Matt on drums and Greg on bass. The group focuses on making music that is a total trip to experience life, while still delivering a genre-bending sound to the enthusiastic listener alike. Already with an established local following on the Toronto Music scene, these guys are generating buzz for their original songwriting and catchy alt-rock tunes. With musical influences such as the Foo Fighters, Kings of Lean, and The Glorious Sons, these guys have worked hard to achieve a sound comparable to their idols. Chris and Ryan pen the lyrics to their songs, and for them, there’s no greater feeling than when a fan has reached out to the group to express how they wholly related to the message found within the track. Writing from their own personal experiences, Chris and Ryan hope listeners can connect not only expressively but emotionally as well. The reciprocity received from fans only inspires the duo to push themselves even harder to deliver nothing but the best for their listeners. Discover Metal Friction Band today and stream “Show Me Some Love” here. facebook.com/mentalfrictionband instagram.com/mentalfrictionband youtube.com/user/MentalFrictionBand #BUZZMUSIC