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“Fantasy” delivers smooth Motown vibes, set to cool RnB beats, and Mallory’s sultry vocal stylings are the showcase of this fresh new track. Mallory Henderson has been singing since before she can remember. This Houston native has found love and admiration for her artistry while performing in the local music community. Now, more than ever is focused on dedicating her time to releasing new content for her adoring supporters. “Fantasy” has a contemporary urban vibe, and Mallory’s soulful voice has a captivating ability that transports you into the aura of the song. “Fantasy” turns out a pan-cultural array of sounds, styles, and emotions. The music has a contemporary R&B profile, but Mallory sounds just as comfortable within the soundscapes. Mallory never over sings or oversells; her vocal gifts are delivered with an air of tranquility and calmness. A soft and sensual beat illuminate the track and, together with Mallory’s vulnerable and spellbinding lyric’s make the song a beautiful project to experience. “Fantasy’s” lyrics play out a euphoric experience, bathing the listener in love and light. This robust and soulful performer is bound to make her mark in the music industry. We defiantly haven’t seen the last of Malloy. You can listen to “Fantasy” here. Hello Mallory, and welcome to BuzzMusic. What were your driving forces of creating your new song “Fantasy”? "Fantasy" was written with a state of bliss in mind. It describes that stage in a relationship in which the love feels unreal, too good to be true, "better than a fantasy."  When writing it, I definitely drew from my experiences. Have you been influenced by artists in the RnB genre that have personally influenced your sound? Absolutely. Chris Brown is my all-time favorite artist. His creativity and versatility will never cease to amaze me and I aspire to be like him when it comes to my vast artistry. When I'm listening to beats and writing I always think of him. I ask myself, "would Breezy stay in this box?" The answer is always "no" and that reminds me to push the envelope. That's why my ultimate goal is to work with him. Other than that, when it comes to work ethic and presentation, of course, I'm inspired by Beyonce. And I'm a 90's baby, so even though the decade isn't my favorite musically, you can hear 90's R&B everywhere in my music. People always tell me my songs sound like a fusion between 90's R&B and current music, and I can't argue with that. What have been some obstacles you have faced in life you have overcome in your pursuit of a career in music? First and foremost, myself. I'm always in my head and when times get rough it's very easy for overthinking to turn into doubt and a lack of confidence. Secondly, resources. Being an independent artist is not easy and not having monetary backing makes it that much harder. Thirdly, loyal support. People don't see you until you've already been seen. It's pretty easy to understand how that becomes a cycle. What is your creative process and how do you get in the mindset to create a piece? There are times (like when I'm intentionally working on songs for a project) that I sit down with a glass of wine, subjects, and beats and get to work. But, honestly, I walk around my place all day singing random lyrics and melodies. They just come out. Then when something catches my ear, I pick up my phone and make a voice note to take to the studio and go on about my day. Who knows how many tunes have been lost because I didn't take the time to record those. What can fans anticipate next from you, Mallory? Collabs and my debut EP, "RFLXN." One thing this pandemic has done is give me more time to work on my craft, so people should definitely keep their eyes peeled and get ready for some more fire. instagram.com/iammallory twitter.com/iammallory_ facebook.com/iammallory #BUZZMUSIC

Pittsburg, Hip-Hop, and Soul artist Eean is here today to showcase his narratives to listeners. Always emphasizing the quality and uniqueness of his sound, Eean is all about using his music to share his inner thoughts and ideas. That's why you can expect to glide along his tracks and find tons of stimulating verses and a grounding atmosphere. Eean hopes to inspire and encourage other artists to elevate their transparency within their music, and his latest releases will help listeners reach a certain level of introspection. Eean's latest track "Weatherman" has a soft and overall chilled out ambiance. The production aids highly towards that laidback energy, and Eean's verses accentuate the intensity of the song. Guiding through "Weatherman," we find there to be moments where Eean brings up some insane wordplay. We're coursing along the track, and especially near the chorus, we intensely vibe with the track. It's easy to decipher the significance of Eean's track, which makes it that much easier to connect with him closer artistically. Not only will "Weatherman" help with connecting yourself to the mindset of Eean, but the track will also help listeners personally reflect upon their own lives and intentions. Eean has a lot to say and uses his music to vocalize all of his inner tensions and emotionality. We wouldn't suggest sleeping on "Weatherman," as Eean proves a lot about himself throughout the track. Discover Eean's latest track "Weatherman", here. Hey Eean! Welcome! "Weatherman" is your recent release to debut, and the track really focuses on stimulating self-reflection amongst listeners. Can you dive deeper into how exactly you attempted to surface introspection within the tracks listeners? My track "Weatherman" really was meant to hit the listener in several ways. The last two lines of the hook I say, "Just put yourself in a position to sustain, and find a happy place to get you through the pain" In life, regardless of your situation, we're bound to face a struggle, but finding your own way to cope and just know that there is always gonna be light at the end of that darkness is key to getting through. There are always blessings hidden amongst the curse, so we all gotta stop comparing ourselves to others, take a step back, and enjoy what we have right now. Make the best of every situation...you can't be mad at the weatherman for telling you it's gonna rain, but you can go dance in the rain and make the best of any situation! What about your artistry and the way you create your music motivates you to incorporate personal narratives and subsequent vulnerabilities to your listeners? I like to think my artistry is authentic. My real name isEeanas is my artist name. I want to be transparent with my listeners. I never felt the need to talk about things I don't have or push a certain narrative just because it's what's getting clicks and views or whatever. It's almost like an "if I can do it, you can do it" type of mindset when I create. I'm human too. If I can help one person who listens to my music, then it's a win in my book. Don't get me wrong, I like to talk the talk in my songs too, but at the end of the day, we're all one love. Proving to always have a love for music at a young age, do you find that any properties of your early music days appear in the very music you create today? For sure, I just have an exceptional ear for music than most.  I have a great ear for pitch when it comes to instruments, melodies, and working with different keys, which gives me more options when I hear a beat. I have broadened my sound and can incorporate it with a lot of different styles to my songs. There are many dimensions in my music for sure. Drake has been a big inspiration for me since high school the way he can spit a hot 16 and then sing the hook on the very same song. You hear me do the same in "Weatherman" I even bring out the 3 part harmony at the end. You clearly have positive intentions with your music, especially regarding how it makes your listeners think and feel. Within the future, how will you continue to elevate this aspect of your music? just continuing to be transparent. Mixing in topics with substance in my music. Encouraging my listeners to challenge themselves to be better every day and reflect on the steps they took to get to this exact moment. What can we do better as a species? How can we continue to grow? If I can trigger those deep thoughts and feelings all while creating a good vibe and getting heads to bob, then my work is done. In the music video that dropped on May 15, you see a lot of art and spiritual symbols throughout. A lot of the art is very abstract, which is a metaphor for the song. What can fans anticipate next from you Eean? I have a lot in store for the summer. I currently am featured on a single called "Good Morning" w/ Riley Bartoo you can find on all platforms. I have 3 singles coming throughout June. I put out music close to weekly on my SoundCloud. I definitely got some shows and festival performances on my radar once things get back to normal. You can expect my debut EP in early fall! In the meantime, just follow me on all my social media accounts and you won't miss anything! "Weatherman" available everywhere now! instagram.com/_.eean._ twitter.com/eesmithhh #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing us from Moreno Valley, back again at BuzzMusic is the rap artist Dobbsthagr8t. Aside from being an independent artist, Dobbsthagr8t also runs his own clothing line and music group IMOB. Dobbsthagr8t’s style is all about being raw and honest, sticking true to his own voice and not wanting it to be affected, Dobbsthagr8t brings us an experience that comes from his deepest emotions. Recently, Dobbsthagr8t released his EP ‘Imob Music,’ and off of it, we are going to be diving right into the record “Grind Mode.” “Grind Mode” is one of those records where you’ll constantly be on edge while listening. Every lyric that Dobbsthagr8t delivers has the perfect amount of attitude and is right up in your face, combined with his almost-magical storytelling, “Grind Mode” makes for a compelling experience from start to end. Some of the features in “Grind Mode” are heart-pumping 808 drums, lo-fi tape effected synths, and the bright cherry on top - Dobbsthagr8t’s rap performance that sits entirely over top of the beat. Contributing to this is how it feels like the rhythm and the vocals are dancing together, they do identical syncopations that create a lovely push and pull feeling that can get you to start dancing. Since listening to “Grind Mode,” we will be checking out the rest of the ‘Imob Music’ EP and think that you should too. You can listen to “Grind Mode” here. #BUZZMUSIC

Wilmington, Delaware native, and hip hop rapper P.Dot drops his relentless album "Don't Play With My Name." After creating a variety of records since 2002 (sixteen to be exact), P.Dot takes a more family-friendly approach to his rap as he doesn't want to exclude a big part of his fanbase, thus leading his cursing to a minimum on "Don't Play With My Name." It's genuinely refreshing to hear an artist thrive through conceptual lyrics, without drowning out in profanity. Opening with the intro track "Fentanyl," the album brings a serene and reflective feel. Giving us an R&B/old school type beat, P.Dot raps about growing up and becoming wiser to recognize who's real and who wants something from you. As we move into "End of the Road (Goodfella Murk)," P.Dot brings another cerebral track through rapping painful lyrics of losing a part of yourself, whether it's someone else or something within. With vibrant Weeknd-like vocals at the hook, at this point, we're captivated by the R&B vibes and P.Dot's flow. A dark and atmospheric intro with the next track "Onomatopoeia," P.Dot raps about pursuing your dreams, no matter how crazy they might seem. While giving us a steady R&B beat, his fun-loving side comes out on this track and brings some warmth into the darkness. Bringing the energy up with the title track "Don't Play With My Name," here we're able to pick up on P.Dot's confidence and knowledge of the rap game where he's thrived for many years. With a Tee Grizzly type beat, textured piano and upbeat rhythm, we're getting down heavily with this track. Moving into "Power of the Mind," where the vibes are taken to a mellow and chill place, the beat stands strong with a steady groove through punchy kicks and subtle synths. P.Dot rides this beat effortlessly and speaks of leveling up his career to better himself and establish his place. Giving us that hot summer atmosphere with the head-bopping beat under the next track "Summer Time (feat. Tamara Rochelle)", Tamara starts with her brilliant vocals that channel bright summertime imagery. As P.Dot begins rapping his verse full of heat and energy, he brings in his own detailed description of bar-hopping on a late summer night and getting down with all the music surrounding him. With a growling synth and a hard-hitting kick, "1017" opens with nothing but strength. P.Dot takes a more hip hop/trap feel with the beat and his delivery within the track. He raps a lot about the power within and trusting his guiding intuition with each endeavor. Opening with what sounds like a Greek bouzouki, "East Oakland" gives us up-beat and layered production right off the bat. Highlighting the danceable aspect of this track, P.Dot raps with incredible rhythm and gives us those confident and self-assured vibes once again through highlighted bars like "Ever went from keys to a push start? Being broke turned rich is the hard part". Bringing in a serene vibe with a downtempo hip hop beat on "Nothing New (feat. Jermaine Ford)", P.Dot brings forward west coast vibes through blissful electric guitar strumming within the polished production. As Jermaine Ford begins rapping, he brings another refreshing aspect to the album while telling his story and reminding us to keep our head high when facing adversity. As the next track, "Rocnation Brunch," takes another old school feels in the production, P.Dot preaches nothing but the truth with this track. As he keeps moving towards success by staying humble and down to earth without letting fame get to his head. He notes during this track that he's gotten this far through keeping it real and not being influenced by the fakes around him. Reaching the final track of the album with the outro "Greatest of all Time," P.Dot decided to close off his album with those mellow old school atmospheres that let us sit back and think about the deep bars he's rapping. A common theme throughout "Don't Play With My Name" that stands firm in this track is a manifestation and the power of the mind. Preaching his optimistic point of view towards his future through the entire "Don't Play With My Name" album, P.Dot raps with a pure vulnerability. It takes his introspective rhymes to new and exciting planes. You can find "Don't Play With My Name" here. Hey P.Dot, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’re completely mesmerized by the tone and lyrical content within your entire album “Don’t Play With My Name”. Could you touch on some major themes that you wanted to incorporate within the album? The Theme for Don’t Play With My Name was to create a body of work that provided of sense of vulnerability but also feel good music during these unprecedented times.  You’ll notice introspective records like the power of the mind and then more vibrant tunes like Summer Time being that there is a possibility we may not have a summer.  Ultimately I wanted to display a level of creativity and versatility hence the unique production I chose for this project. Speaking on your album “Don’t Play With My Name”, P.Dot brings in a variety of production elements from old school to trendy and modern. How did you initially want the production to shape the album, and how you wanted it to feel? For this album I wanted to challenge myself.  I typically have a soulful boom-bap sound which is still present on the album on records like Roc Nation Brunch which was produced by the legendary hip hop producer Statik Selektah. I also wanted to have records that would entice a different audience whether it was 1017 a down south Trap record or East Oakland which was inspired by E-40/Too Short Bay Area sound. We’ve heard through P.Dot’s bars that you give a lot of thanks to the power above, and preach the law of attraction and manifestation quite a bit. Could you speak on what role manifestation played in your career, and how it helped you grow as an artist? I’m a firm believer in “Manifesting one's destiny”.  One of my graduate professors once told me that our priorities reveal our actions. I’m grateful that I’ve been blessed by God to share my gifts with the world.  If someone never got to meet P.Dot in person, my albums would be that interpersonal communication for them to gain perspective into who I am.  I’m from Wilmington, DE a place not known to most of the country and I’ve become exactly who the most high has designed me to be and I’m proud of that. From P.Dot’s early releases back in 2002 to your heavy and intricate projects nowadays, have you personally noticed much growth or change within your music? What helped you evolve into the artist you are now? Yes, I’ve shown tremendous growth as an artist over the last 18 years.  For starters, my lyrical content has improved dramatically and I don’t go into the studio trying to make hit records.  I approach each project differently.  Once I have a theme I treat the songs like writing an essay. The intro is like the thesis with the attention-getter the middle of the project is the body paragraphs and the last few songs are the conclusion.  I also believe my life experiences have helped me significantly.  All of my songs stem from conversations I’ve had from growing up in a low-income community nonconducive to success, to completing my undergraduate and graduate-level degrees, to traveling the world and gaining a global perspective, to being a Single Father, a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, to my current role as a School Administrator as well as my future career endeavors.  These are layers that make me into the man and artist I am today. instagram.com/p.dot57 twitter.com/Politickin_P #BUZZMUSIC

Eric C is a rapper and singer-songwriter born and raised in the city of Montreal. Growing up influenced by Hip Hop while coming from a Dominican descent, this artist's style is different from others in hip hop. With this upbringing, Eric C has acquired abilities to rap in English or Spanish, making him stand out from the crowd. Today, he brings us two songs from his 'Quarantine Pack' that compliment each other so creatively. Starting with "Diary Log," we're introduced to an old-style piano riff that throws us into a fresh groove we weren't expecting but fell in love with. Eric C's rap flow drives this song with energy and feeling in every line. That piano hook keeps a substantial presence, but still, it allows the lyrics to shine through. Eric C raps, "Been under lots of pressure lately, and still, I'm writing this knowing that you won't relate." With this, we felt this track was written similarly to how you would write in your diary, making it a vulnerable song, but yet it grooves and makes you want to dance. The second song, "Moved On," takes a more modern spin on things. Eric shows us his deep understanding of rhythm that catches your attention. In this song, he breaks out into melody and a catchy one, too. Paired with lively synths, we felt Eric C's cultural impact throughout this song and certainly caught on to his seemingly innate strength in writing love songs. Eric C's 'Quarantine Pack' is full of catchy hooks and high flow you surely will not want to miss. Listen to Eric C’s 'Quarantine Pack' here. Hello Eric C! Welcome to BuzzMusic. We loved the style showcased all throughout your 'Quarantine Pack'. Where did the inspiration come from to create these tracks? Did you have any influences while making it? The inspiration comes from different life experiences and things I was going through at the time, in the case of Diary Log specifically it was more the case of reminiscing about the past while trying to figure out a way to do better in the future. As far as influences go I listen to so much music and so many different genres that I pretty much pull from any and everything when I create my own music. What’s the meaning behind “Diary Log”? When I wrote it the idea was to make it feel like a diary entry it is essentially me writing into my diary and letting things out I probably wouldn't under different circumstances but packaged into a song. Your influences include a lot of Hip Hop. Combined with your Dominican descent, how do you think this influences your musical style and artistry? How has it developed over time? Growing up listening to Hip Hop just as much as Merengue, Bachata or even Salsa music allowed me to find a balance between being "lyrical" or super technical while also remembering that sometimes music is just meant to be fun which is why I try many different styles and why I can create a song like Moved On just like I can create one like Diary Log and it doesn't feel foreign to me, over time I've started blending in some Spanish into songs more prominently than I used to but I still record mainly in English. Do you have any ultimate goals in the music industry? Are any of them being worked on currently? Yes well, my goal is to become the first urban artist from the city of Montreal to gain prominence on the world stage and open the door for other artists while also proving Latinos can make it in Hip Hop and be a high-level MC while at the same time being able to craft songs that can be enjoyed by people and have a catalog diverse enough where my music can be played in any setting. Currently, I am working on my first full-length album and doing features with people from around the city to gain more traction for the eventual release of my album. What can we expect to see next from you? A lot of new music being released each month whether it be singles or features leading up to the release of my album later this year. instagram.com/ericcuevas_ #BUZZMUSIC

Music artist and actor JPaige is here on BuzzMusic to showcase his newfound and recently emerged passion for the musical arts. Predominantly beginning his artistic career as an actor, JPaige was soon convinced by a close friend to pursue the music scene. Taking the advice, JPaige manifested the very intensely honest and direct sound he releases today. One of JPaige's most recent singles highlights compelling topics, and combined with his vivid style; the music becomes very impactful. JPaige's recent single "American Slave" released, as well as its video music, in early May. The track immediately opens itself with a ground-shaking, insanely strong base. JPaige makes his presence known right away with his verse outflow, and he chooses to follow a fierce delivery. JPaige doesn't stutter once in "American Slave," and the flow is immaculate considering the raw ferocity the song has. JPaige further unravels the theme of "American Slave" intricately, despite the fast-paced performance. Taking a step back and looking at the track in its entirety, "American Slave" is methodically delivered with passion, and JPaige doesn't let up once in order to prove it. That's what creates a buzzing excitement for the future music of JPaige, as we're highly interested in what he'll unleash to listeners next. Check out JPaige's "American Slave" here. Welcome JPaige, and congratulations on your single release "American Slave". Let's first talk about the emotional meaning of the track. How did you intend to unravel the message held within "American Slave"? I wanted to talk about modern-day slavery in a sense as we are still the backbone of America yet we don’t reap the benefits from that. As we are the ones who are making America great whether it be through dominating sports, music, fashion, style, culture, and knowing how to make lemonade out gotdamn lemons they’ve been giving us since day 1. Despite leading the prison population, education, and jobs we thrive on having something from nothing and that’s what I wanted to emphasize in my video. The arts have always held a significant part in your life, notably ever since the young age of 5. Would you say that the innate passion you had for the arts is what allowed you to easily extend yourself into the music world? Yes I mean art is music just as well as it is visual. Look at Michael Jackson for instance. His music was visually stimulating just as sounding. It’s like he rolled them all into one. That’s what I am doing with my art. I just went the visual route first. How would you compare the artistry of being an actor to transitioning into a music artist? You have to work very very very hard to be somewhat even a little bit good lol in either one. What kind of general ambiance were you hoping to establish with the release of "American Slave"? Were you hoping the song was interpreted the same across your listeners, or are you comfortable with open interpretation? I’m open to interpretation. I mean as an artist you have your idea as to what you want to convey but then you also know that people are different and will interpret it entirely differently which is good because you see it from a different angle than you’d probably never even imagine. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? I’m releasing a new single called “Love Us” along with a video dealing with the pandemic in about a month hopefully. What’s cool about this one is that it will be an acapella. I’ll be releasing fun summer singles “Bag of New Tricks”, “Don’t Run” and “Us”. I just recently shot a script idea I’m developing with my team to pitch for television programming and more music releases. instagram.com/jrodpaige twitter.com/Paigejerrod facebook.com/jerrod.paige.1 #BUZZMUSIC

NYC based, blues/rock artist Steven Keene releases his upbeat and meaningful single “Save Yourself.” By creating textured songs after enduring tragedy and an extended 7-year healing period, Steven Keene instantly flipped the switch to get back up and let listeners resonate through his undeniably relatable and strong-standing music. His latest single “Save Yourself” captures unique lyricism that tells an off-scale story of the craze that has been set upon humans during these tough times. Steven Keene highlights that “Save Yourself” offers a sharp hook when he sings “before you save the world, save yourself” by buying all the food, supplies, and even toilet paper that leaves many others short. Kicking off with an upbeat rock and blues instrumentals through catchy electric guitar melodies and a foot-stomping drum kick, “Save Yourself” already has an anthemic feel to it. As Steven Keene begins singing his lyrics full of layered meanings like “there’s far too little peace and far too much green,” we can pick up on his concept where we turn incredibly selfish instead of selfness in these times of need. Maintaining steady instrumentals with added organ for texture, we’re left with a variety of harmonic melodies for us to get down to. From Steven Keene’s upbeat instrumentals to his incredibly detailed and relatable songwriting, “Save Yourself” reminds us to keep some common sense when we need it most. You can find "Save Yourself" here. Hey Steven Keene, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’ve heard that you’ve never been big on explanations behind songs, as listeners can grasp the meaning of their own. That being said, what did you want your listeners to take away from your single “Save Yourself”? This song is just one viewpoint and not necessarily mine...the balance between giving and taking, the line between charity and self-preservation...there's no right or wrong in that song just ideas for thought. Speaking on the single “Save Yourself”, Steven Keene provides intricate lyrics that display many meanings amongst them. Could you share what your songwriting process was like when creating these layered lyrics? This one wrote itself pretty fast...I've been thinking about the idea for years but one day it just came. On a more personal note, it’s very refreshing to hear an artist write about the selfish and ignorant acts that humans have taken during these times of “coming together”. What made Steven Keene want to shine a light on this topic through your music? Truth and motivation...I've always wondered about a person's true motives about charity and giving... Sometimes it pure, sometimes its not..sometimes even the most seemingly honest of all people can deceive and have selfish motives. Speaking on the current events today and how they’ve impacted all of us, how does Steven Keene stay creative during these times, and where do you find inspiration nowadays? I think you either "is or you ain't" creative.  Forced creativity, for me, doesn't work..I've been lucky to have a wellspring of ideas...regarding the second question... a classic artists answer to this would be that there's beauty, wonder, and inspiration in everything, and that's true to some point but there's also a lot of pain and suffering in life and that too inspires,  sometimes even more. I'm almost done with writing my new album. "Them and Us"... It is my best work yet and I'm anxious to get into the studio and record the new songs... facebook.com/StevenKeeneMusic twitter.com/music_keene instagram.com/steven.keene.music #BUZZMUSIC

Rapper NALU hails from Las Vegas, NV, and has been writing his own music since 2015. As a passionate Hip/Hop artist, NALU really looks for ways to blend other genres into his sound in order to create a more eccentric listening experience, and that's why you can expect to hear various properties from R&B and Pop-inspired styles. NALU is all for bringing honesty to his music and hopes to establish meaningful connections with his listeners through his releases. NALU debuted his single "23" this year, and the track flourishes with both intensified Hip/Hop elements, as well as more mellow piano stylings. NALU has a very fast-pace,d energy-packed way of relieving his vocals, which creates such a stimulating environment. NALU takes moments within the track to highlight different aspects of himself as an artist. Listeners receive that fierce performance from NALU for the majority of "23", but he gifts listeners with a more intimate and personalized vocal performance at some points throughout the song. In essence, "23" follows along with the narrative of success and all of the misconceptions that come along with it. NALU brings an interesting narrative to listeners, to say the least, and he ensures that the production matches the exact kind of energy he sources out. "23" also is the right kind of track to highlight the catchy and clever wordplay NALU has to offer, which makes us that much more excited to listen to his future music. For now, "23" will be our go-to Hip/Hop track to give us that boost in vitality. Check out NALU's latest track "23" here. Hello NALU, and congratulations on the release of "23"! Did you receive the kind of response for the single as you hoped you would amongst your listening base? Thank you so much! I honestly didn't know what to expect in response to this track. The process of creating "23" was so different than what we did with past projects, so I was thrilled with the comments and DMs people sent my way saying that they loved the track and we're excited to hear more. Were there any components to "23" that you felt really executed in the way it appeared in your initial vision for the track? The overall vision for "23" was to make a statement of "I'm Here! And this year is mine!" and that's why I released it on my birthday Feb. 2nd. Musically speaking, I simply told my producers (Prodigies, IG: @prodigiesmusic) that I wanted to create a track that incorporated two different beats similar to "Tuscan Leather" by Drake, "Sick Mode" by Travis Scott, or "Life is Good" by Drake. The end result definitely captured that same energy while maintaining the message. "23" being your most recent single release since your 2019 album release, how do you feel the track compared to the tracks within "You Never Know"?! Do you feel you applied different techniques within "23" that you learned from your album? Absolutely! I definitely focused more on writing more honest and not being afraid to be bold and vulnerable at the same time. I trusted my gut more during the writing and recording of "23" than I did before on "You Never Know." Also the change of scenery from a dorm room studio ("You Never Know") to a professional studio elevated my approach and execution during the recording process. I'd also say that I learned that I don't always have to write "love" songs in order to make a good song, people want to hear about life experiences in general that they can relate to, and I think that shines in "23". As an artist who puts emphasis on honesty within his music, can you explain to our readers how exactly you go about creating your music to ensure full transparency? I try not to hide behind punchlines or metaphors too much and focus on keeping my lyrics conversational. I feel more comfortable talking to people about my life, so the phrasing of my lyrics feels natural to me. Also I use my music as a mirror that shows me how I am feeling at the moment I am writing in. At first I was hesitant to embrace what I saw and reflected upon, but I soon realized that the truth feels so much better to write/talk about. What can fans anticipate next NALU? During this whole quarantine process, I have been busy working on new music, so there will be a few new singles and maybe a few videos to come. Just stay tuned on IG to see what I've been working on. instagram.com/theactualnalu #BUZZMUSIC

Ghostly, frozen in time sounds wash over you as Elijah Vaine drops his latest track “Lately.” Smooth vocal stylings are what Elijah unleashes, reminiscent of artists like T-Pain and Will I Am, lyrics are delivered with a nonchalant and effortless demeanor. Hailing from Miami Fl, Elijah has been making music since he was 12 years old, now 19, his years of studying EDM programs have allowed him to create unique and original beats while carrying a polished sound. “Lately” focuses its subject matter on life “Going crazy” in all directions, from relationships to substance abuse, Elijah isn’t afraid of talking about the darker subject matter. Elijah concentrates on creating music that has a darker R&B/Electronic Pop sound, and the imagery and storytelling in his lyrics really help his songs take on a life of their own. “Lately” really digs down to the dark depths of one's soul. The mysterious vibe this track creates keeps the listener engaged and relaxed. With a pulsating ambient vibrato and cosmic low-end boost, it is clear Elijah Vaine understands what his listeners crave. We can most defiantly hear some of his influences behind his music, one being The Weekend. Elijah Vaine will have you locked down as soon as you press play on “Lately.” You can find "Lately" here. Hi Elijah and welcome to BuzzMusic. We loved your new song “Lately”. Can you tell our readers a bit more about the sound you strived to achieve? Lately was a song I wrote about my recent life experience and how I was becoming a new me. I really wanted to get that catchy melody that'll get your head bopping as well as write what I've been through. What inspired you to invest your time into EDM music? What have your years of learning these programs really enabled you to do with your music? I started with EDM because for one at the time it was my favorite genre of music and as a kid I saw all these DJs making it big only using a laptop so I thought I could do it just as easy, but it wasn't the case. However, it enabled me to push myself to learn how to work with the music and the tech that goes with it which helps me in putting out the quality of music I strive for today. Where do you draw inspiration from for your projects? My biggest goal would have to be having an established fan base where I could make a living off of music as well as help others in need with the blessings that would come my way. What is your biggest dream or goal you want to achieve with creating music? In 2020 you can expect some great upcoming music, right now I am working on two tracks which will be released soon so stay tuned. instagram.com/elijahvaine #BUZZMUSIC

Born and raised in Oxfordshire, England, 20-year old Corey V has always been passionate about music. From a young age, he has been working to refine his skill so he can create a sound of his own. Corey is all about sharing positive energy and genuine emotion in his music. Currently combining pop melodies with feelings of R&B, Corey V releases his most recent single, “Be Around” to showcase his artistry and what he’s capable of. In Corey V’s new song, “Be Around” his voice had us intrigued from the moment he sang the first line. There is a certain rasp and character to Corey’s voice that makes him stand out. Not to mention the hook he’s written under the lyrics “I will always be around”. Simple but effective, a smooth electric piano lays down a solid foundation underneath this and provides positive energy for the rest of the song. The percussion is minimal and leaves space for his voice to shine. Corey’s new single, “Be Around”, captures all he is and is capable of as an artist. As a result, we’re waiting anxiously for what comes next from this artist. Listen to Corey’s “Be Around” here. Hi Corey! Welcome to BuzzMusic. We know that you’ve been passionate about music since you were very young. What do you think sparked your interest in this craft, to begin with? Did you have any influences who guided you along the way? Hey guys, firstly I wanna say a massive Thank you for having me on for some questions and Thankyou to Kiko for hooking this all up. But yeah since a kid I’ve always wanted to be an entertainer, whether it was acting, dancing singing, I knew this was my path, my dad got my first guitar for my 12 birthday and taught me the basics and I guess since then I knew that this was going to be my career. Don’t get me wrong you’d catch me at 5 years old at my brother's football presentation singing on the stage, haha, but this is when I knew exactly what I wanted. And in terms of influences I had and still have many, my mum is still a great inspiration in my life to this day. I think it’s very important as an artist trying to break into the industry to have people around you who inspire you to be great. It could be your favourite singer or a close relative. But they all play important roles in your path to success. Congratulation on your new release, “Be Around”! This song provided such a fun and positive vibe for us. How did the writing process begin for this song? How did you intend for it to feel for your listeners? So for this song we had so many different ideas, I knew from the get-go what I wanted the song to be about and how I was going to portray the characters in the situation. So the songs about you and your other half, your boyfriend/girlfriend, and both being at different stages in your life and relationship. This was song was more like a message to that person saying “you are acting different” and “things aren't the same with us as they used to be”, but to round it all up you’ll always be there for that person no matter what. Because everyone goes through phases in life and this song was sort of summing up that when you love someone you will go through all lengths to be there for them when they need you. And for the listeners, I say the same thing for every song I’ve written. I don’t want people to sit and listen to my songs and think of the situation I’m going through as an artist. I want them to put their own situations into perspective and use the music as a guidance on how they want to feel about certain things. For example, one of my favourite songs “better now” - Post Malone. When I listen to that song I don’t think of Post Malone himself, I listen to the words and put myself as the person singing to help me deal with whatever I’ve got going on. So when I’m writing the songs I always try my absolute hardest to put myself in other people’s shoes and write of the emotions they might be feeling. How did you develop such a personalized sound within your voice? Do you think some of this artistry has always been a part of you? So growing up I think I always struggled with finding my sound. I love every genre of music, and that varies so much! So as a young singer trying to figure out what your own sound is was tough. Being in the band I was very limited to what I could do, you know, I couldn’t experiment with different projects because we all had to do the same thing. When I left, I had a couple of months to myself, exploring more, trying to find my purpose, and what was meant for me. Then When I decided to pick myself up and go fight for my dream that’s when I found myself. I knew instantly what I had to write, how I was going to write it, sing it, and perform it. So I think it was all about the steppingstones I had to take to achieve what I have today. But now I’m bigger better and ready to make an imprint on the music business! What is your ultimate goal as an artist? Is this being put into place or currently worked on? My ultimate goal now is to make amazing music, travel the world with my beautiful fiancé, and help change people’s lives the same way certain artists did for me. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? Well, with the coronavirus going on at the moment I couldn’t fly out to the US on the date we planned. And as of right now I think the main thing we need to focus on as a collective is staying safe. However, this hasn’t stopped me writing new songs and getting ready to release my E.P, me, Kiko and the team have been working on some different names, logo designs but nothings finalized yet so can’t give any teasers haha. Whatever happens, I know that I’ve got an amazing team behind me that I wouldn’t be doing any of this if it wasn’t for them. Some great projects that are coming in the near future, positivity, and god on my side. So I know that we can achieve anything! instagram.com/officialcoreyv #BUZZMUSIC