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The Barcelona based composer and singer Jorge Pensi creates music that is a collection of various emotions that range from dark to acid humor. Since beginning his career, Jorge has released two albums, one of which was presented in Buenos Aires at La Vaca Profana and Bikini Barcelona. Jorge recently released his third album ‘The Inner Sigh’ which was arranged and produced with Marcel Sabater and was composed in collaboration with Pol Pensi. Off of the ‘The Inner Sigh’ album is the record “Stop My Fall,” and it is the perfect mellow up a moody tune that is perfect for sulking too. There is a slightly mysterious vibe here while listening you won’t quite know what is next to come but then bam it hits you with something new; it works well at keeping the excitement up. “Stop My Fall” features gripping moody synth pads, lo-fi kinda modern organic drum kit, and super effected almost Phil Colin vocals that bring in flavorful reversed and vocoded effects that lead in entirely to new sections. While listening, we couldn’t help but become thrown into the vivid painting that Jorge Pensi creates; we can’t wait to hear the rest of the ‘The Inner Sigh’ album after hearing this song. Listen to ‘The Inner Sigh’ here. Hello Jorge Pensi! Welcome to BuzzMusic! Your release “Stop My Fall” has such an incredibly moody vibe to it that we have fallen in love with. How did you come up with the types of creative effects and instrumentation that was used here? Thanks for your comments. It’s so cool. I have worked on this album: The Inner Sigh for two years. All was done in my home studio, recording, mixing, and mastering. Shoomaker, aka, Marcel Sabater, and I worked very hard, trying that every song could tell a story and provoke any kind of sensation. I chose this Stop My Fall because I believe it is something special. Kind of new and kind of something that already existed. The effects and the instruments appeared during the development to create an intense dialogue with the voice. Your vocals have a very fresh but familiar vibe to it, what was the inspiration behind that? Was that effect happening during the recording or did it happen down the line with the mix? All the effects were a kind of trial and error, after the recording. It’s always great to hear when people collaborate, what was it like to work with Marcel Sabater and Pol Pensi? What was the workflow like between the 3 of you? Do you have any interesting stories that happened while working on this project? I compose the whole song, after that we meet with Marcel and decide together the instruments, once this is done I adjust and correct the melody to it. I am never pleased with my voice, so I sing and sing many times till I’m convinced that’s the best I can do. One interesting thing to say is that the lyrics come at the end after I feel what the music tells me. Pol Pensi is my son, guitar player, some songs were composed with him. In this album, Mid Summer. My daughter Maria is the backing vocalist. You’ve definitely come a long way since the creation of your first 2 albums, do you see a sense of self progression in your music when you listen back to older releases? Is there a song that you are most proud of in your whole discography? I was born in Argentina and Barcelona based. I am an architect and designer. I design worldwide. You can take a look at my work here: www.pensistudio.com. I have always been a songwriter, I am a self- taught musician. New technologies allow me to create at home, at any time, early morning or late at night. I always said that to create an object or a song is the same. You have an empty sheet of paper and you need to give the content. Of course, I enjoy a lot more with music. I do what I want, I don’t have to give any explanations to anyone. I think, to be honest, that I don’t feel very proud of my two first albums, to be sincere with you, I don’t like the singer, looks shy and fearful. May I have to say that I have a special feeling with Pol’s Song, If I album because when we composed this song with my son he was only 14. Let me know if all the things I wrote are ok. And thanks a lot for appreciating my music instagram.com/jorgepensimusic facebook.com/JorgePensiMusic #BUZZMUSIC

Former AWOLNATION bassist and multi-instrumentalist Dave Amezcua is taking a different route in the industry by introducing his solo debut alt/pop project ZIMINY, and his recent warm-hearted single "She (Zoey Deutch)." Although Dave has toured alongside multiple bands as a bassist, he can't help but find himself sitting back at the piano and creating music that lifts our day. Highlighting that ZIMINY doesn't necessarily conform to any genre, as Dave Amezcua's influences range so vast that he'll capture any atmosphere that resonates with him at the moment upon creation. Speaking on ZIMINY's debut single "She (Zoey Deutch)," Dave Amezcua mentioned that Zoey Deutch isn't featured on the single. Yet, he wanted to capture an 80's theme through a title with a female's name, as his wife's name 'Keesha' didn't correctly flow with the rhythm of the song. ZIMINY also brings in feel-good and uplifting melodies that channel the likes of R&B, surf culture, and happy-go-lucky 80's instrumentals with an intriguing modern flair. While ZIMINY captures a warm atmosphere through lyrics of passion and devotion, it's evident that Dave Amezcua's musical talent can thrive with any sound, genre, or emotion. After giving a thorough listen to ZIMINY's debut single "She (Zoey Deutch), we'd like to highlight how exhilarating and moving Dave Amezcua's songwriting is. Not to mention the incredibly pleasing melodies through mesmerizing keyboards, serene electric guitar picking, celestial chimes, and Dave Amezcua's fresh vocals full of love and life. He sings beautiful lyrics like "she's my one telephone call," as Dave Amezcua crafted the idea of the single from thinking about the one person he'd like to call from prison, or the last loving voice he'd love to hear. Purely creating a single that takes our minds off today's hardships, ZIMINY's debut single "She (Zoey Deutch) captures all the love we need to cheer up and move forward. Fall in love with "She (Zoey Deutch" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic, ZIMINY! We’re thrilled to feature ZIMINY’s timeless debut release “She (Zoey Deutch)”. Seeing as your wife inspired the single, could you expand on how you went about writing lyrics that capture the emotions you intended to portray? Thank you for having me! I just sat down at the piano, played the opening riff on the piano which became the first thread of the song. I pulled on that thread a little bit more and wrote the line "She's my one telephone call." That being the metaphorical question 'if I were in prison, who would I call?' My wife definitely tops the list. Unless we're in a fight. Then I'm calling my brother Jon. With regards to “She (Zoey Deutch)” and the 80’s theme you wanted to tie in, what made you want to bring something nostalgic yet modern to the table for your first release as ZIMINY? I literally have the Toto IV album cover tattooed on my forearm! And no, I am not a part of the new wave of Toto "Africa" fans that just emerged in the past two years. I have been a die-hard fan since I was about 13. There are many different sub-genres within the '80s, but I definitely subscribe most to the Toto/Chicago era of the '80s. It's a natural thing for that style of music to rub off on a ZIMINY track. Speaking on Dave Amezcua’s textured industry background from AWOLNATION to touring with other bands. What made you want to find your own sound and niche with the project that’s now ZIMINY? I feel like I already had a sound. It existed long before Awolnation and it'll hopefully be around for a long time to come! It's all about not hoarding it any longer and sharing it with the world. Now that Dave Amezcua is musically thriving with many instruments and atmospheres on your solo project ZIMINY, what other sounds or genre-blends might we hear from you in the future? So I have quite a few songs all ready to go behind this release, and I think there is a good balance of all the things I love found in each track. I enjoy taking a blank canvas and beginning to paint the sounds and influences I'd like to hear and share. My influences range from Steely Dan, Chicago, Toto, The Eagles, The Misfits, Bee Gees, Beastie Boys, ELO, The Beach Boys, some punk hardcore music and so much more. So it's an eclectic gang of artists that inspire me and translate out the other end in a new song. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? I would love to say touring but wah wah. Live shows are clearly no go in 2020, so lots and lots of new music. instagram.com/tnt_ziminy twitter.com/tnt_ziminy facebook.com/ziminymusic #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing us from Los Angels is the Afro Panamanian rap duo Inthecut; the members Sincere and Papi Flay spice up their music by bringing in an interestingly contrasted delivery of lyrics and flow. Ranging in styles from Dancehall to Trap to R&B, Inthecut tells us about what it’s like to have a good time. Taking influences from icons from Michael Jackson, Drake, Jay Z, Rick Ross, Scarface, and Lil Wayne, Inthecut introduces us to a never before heard fusion of styles that is understood easily in their newest release “Tings.” “Tings” off the bat is incredibly beautiful and calming to listen to. After leading to the verse where Inthecut’s vocals come in, we are transported instantly to a tropical haven of good vibes. Every element in “Tings” radiates feel-good energy. From the stylistic reversed synths to the incredibly punchy but minimalistic drums. To enchanting performances from both Sincere and Papi Flay that beautifully complement each other. “Tings” is a record that beautifully fuses various styles into one musical experience that we will find our selves putting on every night to ease up and chill out. Since listening to “Tings,” we are incredibly excited to hear what will be next to come from Inthecut. Vibe out to “Tings” here. Hello Inthecut! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We loved the vibe you created in “Tings”! What was the initial spark of inspiration to write this song? Are there any series of events or stories being told? We wanted to do something for the summer. We thought it was great because it would give us a chance to try something different. We weren’t even going to record the day we did tings. We were recording in my brother’s apartment living room when the engineer’s interface went out. We went with our friend and feature artist @vicuofficial and engineer @mattveirs to the Hollywoodguitar center to look for a new one. While there Vicu told us “Lets make a hit!” When the engineer played the beat the whole room was in shock. My friend Vicu did the first part of the track and hook. My brother Sincere did the 2ndverse of the song and I rapped the 3rdverse of the track. The outcome was insane. The vocal performances from both of you perfectly complement one another, what is it like to write together? Do you each write your own lines or collaborate together and decide who will sing what? I don’t sing. My friend Vicu sang the first part and killed it, It was Sincere’s first time singing and he did great. I just stuck with what I knew and rapped my verse. It was great staying on the same page with different deliveries to bring a total vibe to life. We all wrote our own lines. It took less than 2 minutes to come up with something. Sincere and I look forward to working with Vicu and Matt in the future! Your musical style is quite the blend, with each of you having different influences on how you ground in what the sound of Inthecut is? Do you have any staples that you try to maintain with every song? People tell us that all the time. Our contrast in voice and how they match intrigues a lot of people. I've been around sincere enough to know his flow and vice versa. I usually use lyricism and flow while sincere uses flow and delivery. It works pretty well for us. We switch it up as we go. We want to bring something new to fans and keep them on the edge. That’s why we make it our priority to switch genres every now and then. Sincere wants fans to remember his catchy hooks and lingo. I want people to hear my lyrics be mind blown, and wonder how I came up with it. I think we are a dynamic duo. Since working together, how have each of you grown as performers and writers? How did the two of you meet? Do you have a set location that you like to work on music in? I have been writing since elementary school. Poetry was always one of my favorite hobbies. Sincere has always been in talent shows and performing since elementary school. My uncles and aunts have always kept us around instruments so we have loved music before we learned to walk. Sincere and I are brothers. We started writing to beats our cousin sent us and after hearing a song we recorded in our bathroom he said we should start taking music seriously. Turns out he was right. We really don’t have a specific spot to record. Anywhere there is a mic and a laptop with good acoustics we’ll be there. What is next to come in 2020 for Inthecut? We have some crazy stuff coming. With a talented team of producers and engineers. We will be incorporating different genres for our debut album dropping this summer. Hopefully we can be back with BuzzMusic for the official release. I always tell people every year is your year if you work hard enough (flay). We wanna change the game. Stay tuned. instagram.com/inthecut.official instagram.com/6ixside_mc instagram.com/thewizardkellz #BUZZMUSIC

Syde A is a New York-based R&B artist whose art is created on the essence of the average person, allowing for the inner city minority and community to reflect and connect deeply with his lyrics. The music by Syde A is for the people who are barely getting by, going paycheck to paycheck, and hopes that his music will be able to give them hope. This is especially true in his vibing new release, “Dim The Lights.” “Dim The Lights” is one of those songs when from the moment it begins, you’ll be thrown into an entirely new world. With the help of ambient pianos, synths, vocals, and then a heavy hip-hop drum kit, we are transported to a mystical but familiar setting. Syde A comes to deliver perfectly elegant verses that made us want to stick around and see what happens next. There’s a profoundly personal story happening in Syde A’s lyrics happening too, in “Dim The Lights” we got the story about trying to discover your place in an ever-changing world and this was perfectly complemented by the instrumentation. As the tune progressed, we transitioned into what felt like a B side in the second verse that we dare not to spoil, and we think that everyone should listen to it themselves and discover what happens next in his story. Experience Syde A’s story here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Syde A! We couldn’t help but feel a deeply personal story going on in “Dim The Lights”, is there a personal connection to the lyrics? What was the inspiration behind each verse? Thank you much for having me! Well “Dim The Lights” most definitely is connected to me on a personal level; I always try to keep my music as realistic as possible because I love that my content could be relatable to people, it makes that connection more genuine in my opinion. Could be the whole song or it could be a single bar but I just know that when I speak that ‘real’ somebody is gonna hear it and feel it; my inspiration for the whole song and ANY song I pen is just how I’m feeling at the time, but with DTL personally I was just thinking of events and situations past and present...think I wrote the whole song in 30-40 minutes. The instrumentation has a very sweet sound to it that beautifully compliments your performance, did you ever face any challenges when coming up with the beat? What was that whole process like? The beat was crafted by this Canadian producer Manny Manhattan and he did a hell of a job with the sampling too! How I receive the beat was crazy; I pulled up on a friend of mine name Tempah one day while she was working on her project or whatever and she came across that specific beat in her stash; and I, thanks to my mom, I’m a HUGE 90’s R&B fan especially most importantly a Mary J Blige fan; so when I heard the sample I just started rapping and making the crazy screw faces and she just passed the beat along to me; I think she knew that was a perfect fit for me. It’s really something special when music is written from a real-world perspective, what had made you want to write music this way? How do you want the audience to take in and react to your music? I just hate being lied to if that makes any sense, so I try to keep everything as honest as possible in my music it’ll make me feel better knowing I didn’t have to front; I just feel like a lot of artists whether mainstream or underground just be spitting fabricated stuff and that’s cool for them if that’s their preference, but me as a fellow artist and a music fanatic I most definitely can tell when something doesn’t add up; I’m very attentive in entertainment on both ends. I question that a lot; like had I would’ve stretched certain details in my songs or rap about stuff I wouldn’t, don’t do or rap about material possessions I don’t have; I most likely would’ve popped right? Because I guess that’s like the cool shit to do nowadays...especially in the underground world most of these people do a lot of front but be real-life backed up with bills. I get the whole fake it to you make it thing but I actually rather my audience to see my growth before their own eyes and when I reach a higher level they’ll KNOW for sure I came a long way and therefore I can brag if I want to. Being from New York, do you think that you have adapted some of the sound of the city to your music? Or do you try to break free from that sound and do something your own? What are some ways you try to keep unique? It’s only right! New York City and especially my borough of the Bronx; those being the Mecca of hip-hop I most definitely felt the need to incorporate the sound of my city in my music but with my own spin on it. Although my style is versatile a majority of my catalog is personal and in-depth and I rap with a certain amount of grittiness in my voice and my city is well known for grit since way back when! It's a tough town! But I mean now with the grit it’s a different sound now but you can tell it’s there especially if you’re from here. So yeah I definitely think I adapted some sounds of NYC I just keep it unique to me by just being super personal and open like I love to give the audience 110% me as much as I could. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? Got the “Dim The Lights” video currently directed by Director Gambino; yeah being that 2020 is my comeback year, I’ve been absent from music for about 3 years; just been dealing with a lot of personal issues you know how that goes. I took it upon myself to challenge my rap capability and challenged myself to go harder so I have 2 projects dropping this year. Got my small entertainment contribution to hold people down during the pandemic with this EP “Take It Easy” releasing sometime in May; it just consists of a small bunch of unreleased songs and then I’m already working on mixtape number 5 which is untitled right now maybe a Fall 2020 release. I’m on a bunch of features “Sleeping With My Demons” with my guy Signz; that’s available for stream everywhere, got a track on my guy Truly UrzZz upcoming project, been working on a bunch of peoples stuff I can’t remember names, also want to get a podcast going when I have downtime as well so yeah busy me right?! instagram.com/thelifeof.a facebook.com/Syde A #BUZZMUSIC

From Devon, U.K., Laura Kate is a budding Americana, country, and indie singer/songwriter. She is a free spirit who enjoys traveling the world to pursue her favorite sports; surfing and sailing. Laura uses her love for nature as inspiration for her song lyrics. She aims to compare the elements and powers of nature with feelings of love and loss. With her new single “Sometimes I Fall,” Laura Kate poetically describes the back and forth of emotions during a relationship. Opening with a melody strummed by an acoustic guitar, “Sometimes I Fall” sets its relaxing tone early in the song. An electric guitar soon joins the instrumental as Laura Kate begins to sing with her delicate vocals. Once she reaches the chorus, the song starts to build in energy as the soulful and laid back percussion beat slows down. Lyrically, “Sometimes I Fall” is a story about the back and forth of emotions during relationships. Laura Kate sings about her feelings for a person causing her to be vulnerable and under their control. Her story is complicated, though easy to relate to for anyone who has experienced a relationship that feels good but might not be the best thing for them. By painting a picture with her lyrics, Laura Kate enables the listener to walk through the storyline with her and truly experience the emotions she is sharing. Laura Kate’s “Sometimes I Fall” is a relaxing song with a soulful story of a hopeless romantic trying to wade through an ocean of love. Listen to "Sometimes I Fall" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Laura Kate! You touched our hearts with “Sometimes I Fall” by sharing your authentic truth. Can you tell us more about the message within your lyrics? This song is about unrequited love. If you fall into these kinds of relationships they can be kind of like an addiction. You feel so happy when you have the person's attention and then so miserable when you don't. Then you chase them a little bit to see if they like you and then they do for a little bit and then they don't and it goes on for as long as you want it too. .So this song is about love being an intoxicating drug and that if someone takes there love away from you it feels like they take the drug away. I think most people can relate to that feeling of unrequited love. My personal aspect of this song is I try to avoid relationships like this but sometimes I fall into them and then I'm hooked. The addiction part is like these kinds of relationships are toxic and bad for you but they can sometimes be the most exciting. You told us that you are inspired by aspects and elements of nature when you write your songs. Can you elaborate on how nature influences your lyricism? I live in by the sea and I like to be in the water in Storms because It feels like escapism. I just spent last summer on my friend's boat that sailed from Tahiti to Hawaii and we had to chase a lot of storms coming our way. For me, music is about creating an atmosphere and a place to escape. I want my lyrics to take someone to a stormy place or make them feel like they are on an adventure somewhere beautiful. I also write a lot of my lyrics when I'm sat in the sea on my surfboard. I wrote a lot when we crossed the pacific ocean. Honestly, nothing is more inspiring me than the power and beauty of the ocean and how the seasons change .Nature influences my lyrics because it is ever-changing and powerful just like music Are there any famous artists that have inspired your music style? How have they influenced your music taste? I have a vast amount of musical influences across all genres. I like anyone that tells a good story in the song. The artists I listen to the most are John Mayer, Lana del Rey, Jack White, and Fleetwood Mac. I Adore Stevie Nicks and I can say she has been a massive influence. I just love music and I am constantly trying to write better so all these amazing musicians out there are true idols of mine. As a surfer, sailor, and world traveler you are always actively seeking adventures! How does this wanderlust and athletic lifestyle influence your style as an artist? I am always planning an adventure and I like to keep my life exciting. I always plan for a safe and fun trip but some totally insane stuff has happened on some trips. When I come back home I am always inspired to write about all the people I met and all the crazy things that happened. I am a thrill seeker through adrenalin sports and I get the same buzz when I am on stage so my lifestyle choice and music work really well together. Honestly trying to be a successful musician is the biggest adventure I have ever been on and I am looking forward to seeing where it can take me next. instagram.com/Laurakatemusic #BUZZMUSIC

Raised in both Switzerland and Canada, Jaym O’Esso is a singer, songwriter, composer, dancer, and model. Having lost both of his parents early in life, Jaym found strength through music. He used songwriting as an emotional outlet and began translating his feelings into original songs at the young age of 10. He then formed a band at 16 called Keep It Like, then continued to Geneva Art School in Switzerland. In 2012 Jaym O’Esso spent time modeling with Elite Model Paris and worked with Calvin Klein and Jean-Paul Gaultier. He then spent years as a ballet dancer with Béjart Ballet Lausanne as a Demi-soloist. Jaym O’Esso has now added more to his impressive artistic resume and began to create his music in 2019. He released a debut single called “Can U Feel Me” and has just released another uplifting track called “Eyes Closed (Free).” The song “Eyes Closed (Free)” has both a catchy melody and an inspiring message. Jaym O’Esso uses electronic sounds and a keyboard to create uplifting background music. His vocals are lighthearted, yet passionate as he sings about escaping the restraints of judgment. Jaym also includes a rapping verse to drive home further his desire to “free his mind.” The lyrics of “Eyes Closed (Free)” first bring attention to the universal emotions that arise from the judgments and opinions of others. Jaym makes the song easy to relate to for fans because many have been the victim of caring what others think about them. Jaym O’Esso then switches gears and begins to motivate the listeners to “free their minds.” You will find yourself flying high as you listen to Jaym O’Esso’s lyrics about escaping everyday negativity in his new single “Eyes Closed (Free).” Discover "Eyes Closed (Free)" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jays O’Esso! You brought us something original and fresh with your new song “Eyes Closed (Free)!” Can you tell us more about the meaning behind your lyrics? The lyrics behind Eyes Closed are very meaningful to me. Sometimes we have love in front of us. Friendship or a special relationship. But we don't see it! We only see it once we lost it. We’re often afraid about what people think about us, the way we can express our feelings, especially as a man. And with "Eyes Closed", I wanted to share my desire to feel free to express my feelings openly, free like a bird in the sky, and not keeping my eyes closed on what's really important! You began your artistic career as a ballet dancer with Béjart Ballet Lausanne, spent time working as a  model, and now you are working in music. How has this journey shaped you to be the artist you are today? It definitely made me stronger! It helped me to grow up faster and fight for my dreams! I worked with amazing people. They taught me a lot, not only artistically but also about life. Having lost both of your parents at a young age, you turned to create music as an outlet for your grief. Can you tell us about how this life experience has inspired your music, and you as a person? I knew that I wanted to be a singer at the age of 7. When I lost my parents, I knew that I had to work harder than the others. I didn’t allow myself to fail cause I had no plan B. I was alone. I became a hard worker. Singing and dancing all the time. Sleeping 4 hours per night. And I’m still this person thought! I had no tears left to cry. Cause I knew my parents were watching me and I want to make them proud. At that time, I was making sad music cause I was broken inside. Now I'm grown up and my music is like the weather. It’s a mood, it’s a vibe! You studied at Geneva Art School in Switzerland. How did this educational experience benefit you as a musician? Study in an art school is an amazing experience. They taught me everything I know! It allowed me to stimulate my creativity, my imagination and my sensitivity while promoting my autonomy, my self-expression and interaction with my environment. After this, you are not afraid to go on stage and share your music with the world. #BUZZMUSIC

From Toronto, Canada, cjvd is an R&B and hip hop singer, songwriter, and creator. He discovered his musical passion in his elementary school choir, and eventually ended up writing his own music in his freshman year. With musical influences Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, and TAEYANG, cjvd is embracing aspects of Trapsoul, R&B, hip hop, dancehall, and pop influences to create a sound of his own. His new release “Nobody Else” brings a soulful and electric trap beat to an R&B style song. “Nobody Else” begins with an electronic introduction that sets the song’s tranquil ambiance. cjvd has a crisp voice that shows us his romantic side, giving the song the “soul” portion of Trapsoul. With his piercing vocal bravado, cjvd will make listeners feel like he is singing right to them. Both the beat and background melody are low key and leave room for fans to focus on the alluring vocals. cjvd’s “Nobody Else” is a serenade for that special someone. The lyrics sing about how his girl stands apart from everyone else in the world and is truly the person for him. “Nobody Else” will immediately hit fans in the feels and have them yearning for someone to feel this way about them. With the lyrics and romantic tone of “Nobody Else,” cjvd provides an excellent example of what true love can really feel like. Listen to "Nobody Else" here. You told us that you have been inspired by artists like Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, and TAEYANG. Can you tell us what you have learned from these artists, and how you incorporate it into your music? What I’ve learned from each of these artists include storytelling, having fun with creating music, and not letting my Asian/Filipino ethnicity be a drawback in Hip/Hop and R&B culture. Bryson Tiller has one of the best songwriters in R&B. He expresses his version of storytelling from “Exchange” to “Teach Me a Lesson”, by being vulnerable and accepting the listener to be a part of this journey. Chris Brown is one of the biggest R&B Pop Stars of my generation. What Chris does in particular in each song is having fun despite what his critics or haters say. He has experimented with different genres such as Pop, R&B, Dancehall, Hip-Hop, you name it. This encourages me to not confine myself in a box to what people expect of me, but instead be an individual and make music I want to make. I want to share my experiences in my life whether it was heartbreak, having fun with life, or striving for greatness. Taeyang, despite being a K-Pop artist different from what genre I consider myself to be a part of, has been influenced by R&B music. He has a big following around the world being part of Bigbang and his own individual music despite being of Asian descent. As an Asian-Canadian singer, songwriter, it is very encouraging for me and other Asian creatives around the world to showcase their talents. Why did you choose to create your music under the name cjvd? What do the letters represent, and how does the name embody your brand as an artist? I decided to create music under the name “cjvd” because it is the name that best represents me. As co-created by my friend PJ Palacpac (owner and creator of PRSNL Identity) Christopher is my first name and my middle name is Jhed. My friend thought jhed was spelled as in Jed so we decided c-j-v-d should be my name by implementing the letters of my first name and my middle name. The v in was replaced as a vowel for that e. Initially, this name was made just for my Snapchat username back in high school. I then decided to change all of my usernames on social media to cjvd and later decided it should be my artist name. This name embodies my brand as an artist by always staying true to myself, involving my close friends who ride with me and build something that I’ve created myself under the person I want to become. You have been writing your own original songs since you were a freshman! How has your writing style evolved over time and become what it is today with “Nobody Else?” My writing style has evolved since my freshman year from mostly rap to more R&B. Rap was the first introduction to songwriting as a hobby that nobody knew except my closest friends. As the years went on, I took what I’ve learned from rap such as rhyme schemes, flows, patterns, and integrated them into my music now. “Nobody Else” is an example of my growth as an artist and as a person, learning not to be afraid of being vulnerable or having emotions that most people would not agree on in Hip-Hop culture. I will continue to add to this ideal and make music that expresses myself and the way I want to do it. cjvdmusic.com instagram.com/cjvd_ twitter.com/cjvd1_ #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing us from Ohio is the eclectic-electro solo project Dress Code from Derek Holley. Since becoming a solo project from initially being a duo, Dress Code has been creating exciting electronic music that has been featured on many indie films and music compilations and continues to push above the limits. Dress Code shows what he is capable of, to continually keep us hooked onto fresh new sounds. This is true in Dress Code’s latest release EP ‘Light up the Night.’ After diving deeper into the title track, we were quickly blown off our seats from the moment the first note hits us. ‘Light up the Night’ is one of those records that will be able to send any mediocre dance floor into an exciting full-on party that will go until the sun comes up. There are a bunch of fantastic elements in “Light up the Night.” From the aggressive synth bass to the massive sounding drums, to Dress Code’s honest evolving vocals, to even an epic guitar solo, “Light up the Night” has a little something in it that anyone will be able to enjoy and instantly start dancing. Overall, “Light up the Night” keeps a steady happy bounce to it from start to end, which makes you feel good on the inside. You can dance to “Light up the Night” here. Hey there Dress Code! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We could not stop dancing to your release “Light up the Night”! When did you start creating music, what had inspired you to create electro dance music that fused in other genres? I wanted to show my other influences.  I like electronic/dance music, but I also grew up listening to funk and rock. We can’t get enough of the groove you created in “Light up the Night”, what was the creation process like for this one? Was there any personal event that sparked the inspiration for you to write this? I wrote it after it had been cloudy for almost a week and darker during the day than normal.  The point of it really is to not let distractions stop you from goals or things you want to do. I got the idea for the chorus first.  The sunlight eventually came through the dark clouds and that was it!  "Light The Dark" didn't sound that catchy, so I changed it to "Light Up The Night".  Congratulations of working hard to push being your own solo act, what was that transition like? Do you ever wish that you had a writing partner for your music? I started out as a drummer, but it got to where I didn't know any other bands to play with and after that, I started working on writing and producing with other people who suddenly quit.  I had to figure out what I wanted to do and how I wanted to sound.  The idea I had was to mix electronic-based music and recording with live instruments and different influences. Scoring for film is definitely an accomplishment, how did you get that first opportunity? What kind of challenges did you face during that and how did you overcome them? This was actually music licensing.  The songs were already recorded and a separate thing before they were part of the film.  I knew someone who also knew these music supervisors that needed music for different projects and they liked the songs and put them in these indie films and TV shows. The challenge is to find the right project (film, TV show, video game, etc.) to go with the music and get it to whoever decides what music is being used.  Some music supervisors and publishers would post what projects they're working on and what kinds of music they need, and I'd try to contact them.  Some are easier to get to than others. I got a licensing deal once because this indie film couldn't afford to pay the fee for a song by The Prodigy they had in one scene, and they used one of my instrumental tracks instead!  This was a big deal to me since I'm a huge Prodigy fan, but it happens a lot in indie films since they work with lower budgets and can't afford music from major artists. facebook.com/dresscodemusic twitter.com/dresscode instagram.com/dresscodemusicofficial #BUZZMUSIC

Kipani is the design of Tiffany Jhingoor—a songwriter currently residing in Binghamton, New York. Although she grew up in a small town, Tiffany was always encouraged at an early age to take up the piano. With subsequent periods of constrained lessons and an initial disdain for her instrument, she decided to take a break from her classically inspired beginnings. After some soul searching, she inevitably rekindled her relationship with a former nemesis, the piano. It's this return to her roots that would effortlessly combine with her long-lasting love for Indie Pop. It was then that Kipani was born, like a Pheonix reemerging from the ashes of her past. With the effortless gloss of her ivory accompaniment, Kipani elegantly paints a new shade as to what Indie-Pop singles could resemble in the future. With organic feeling aspects being featured —her soft, compelling voice, the upfront notoriety of the percussion, and the staccato of her piano—Kipani's "Above" truly feels like a breath of fresh air pulling away from some of the cookie-cut, over-processed contenders yearning for a spot on your playlist. She hovers just below the dancing piano work like steam, rolling through until the song swells into a crescendo. As it continues on, her singing elevates ever so slightly, and she manages to strike the tenuous tone with practiced accuracy, while never losing the distinctive qualities that make this song unique. Her focus on building well-rounded choruses is evident in the way she produces contagious hooks and rich harmonies that drive this particular project forward. Her performance featured on "Above," both with her piano and voice, launches the beginning of her legacy in Pop music to a new height. Listen to "Above" here. Hey there, Tiffany! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We're wholly delighted to be featuring your newest single "Above"! What were some of the more discerning features in this song that make especially unique for you when you were initially beginning to compose it? Thank you, I am honored to be sharing my music with you! So for me, writing is a different experience with each song. Sometimes it doesn't immediately click, and other times it almost writes itself and that was the case for this particular song. "Above" was written about a past experience that was so life-altering if felt surreal in a way. Composing is very therapeutic for me because I attach so much of my own personal life into my music. This song was unique in the sense that it was almost effortless to write. It was like I needed to get my feelings out by way of this form in order to process things, and it worked. I originally did not intend to release this as a single, but the lyrics felt like they went beyond my own personal relation to them and were also suiting for the times we are all going through right now. Who or what has had the most significant influence on your life musically thus far? How did some of that inspiration translate into this new single? I would say that my music is rooted in past and present experiences, both good and bad. I am heavily influenced by emotion and sometimes become overwhelmed by it, and music has always been a healthy way for me to express that. I tend to write a lot about my family and relationships, so the people who are closest to me have had the most impact on my life musically.  You can definitely hear this influence in the new single because it was written about the effect someone, and a circumstance had on me. In terms of actual musical influences, that is a very tough question because I have so many. I do feel like sometimes my music is inspired by the sounds of some of my favorite artists, such as Miya Folick. But, ultimately my main influence stems from my own personal relationships. How did you end up returning to your piano seat sometime after your hiatus away? What was the defining moment that made it all clear to you that this was the right move? I got really involved in musical theater and would play the scores at home to learn my part. If I was cast in the ensemble I was often assigned to be an alto, which if you have ever had to read music for an alto you know that it is usually the weirdest sequence of notes in the entire song. During that time I was also writing and recording music with a close friend. She knew that I used to play the piano and one day she asked if I could compose a piano ballad for her to write to. That moment when I switched from structural playing back to playing for creative purposes was what really did it for me. I realized how much I actually missed writing compositions and creating my own music versus performing someone else's. Thank you for joining us here at BuzzMusic. We really can't wait to hear more from you in the future. Is there anything you're particularly excited to do this year as an artist? Yes, I am so looking forward to what this year has in store. I have an EP coming out June 2020 and some new songs on the way that I'm very excited about. Once everything is deemed safe to do so, my band and I will be playing throughout the NY area. And, I can't wait to finally share our live set with everyone! Lots of cool up and coming things will be happening this year, stay tuned! instagram.com/kipanimusic facebook.com/kipanimusic kipanimusic.com #BUZZMUSIC

Liberian born multitalented singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor Angel Dweh discovered his talent for music at a young age in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Our dedicated, budding artist Angel Dweh never stops grinding; he has already released four singles in 2020 alone! While taking advantage of staying home this year, his newest release “Flexin” brings his fans more of his unique hip hop perspective. “Flexin” kicks off with its futuristic electronic melody as Ange Dweh begins to ad-lib and introduce his higher-pitched vocals with a grating cadence. To follow the introduction, a trap beat joins the repetitive melody and he starts to rap the first verse. Angel Dweh refrains from rapping at full volume and intensity which emulates his laid back attitude. With its electronic yet low key R&B and hip hop nature, Angel Dweh has no regard for the boundaries of specific genres with “Flexin.” Having spent his entire life with a passion for music, he has taken his experience of various genres and blended them into his own version of rap music. Lyrically, Angel Dweh gives off a message of self-confidence and power as he sings about “flexing” his wealth. Anyone who enjoys the message of traditional hip hop songs will find “Flexin” to be easy to relate to. With “Flexin,” Angel Dweh remains consistent to his multi-genre music style by mixing electronic and chill vibes into a hip hop rap song. Be sure to listen to "Flexin" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Angel Dweh! It’s great to have you back here with fresh new music for us! “Flexing” is a catchy and low key song that holds true to your musical style. As an artist you have the opportunity to reach many ears with your voice. Are there any important messages you try to share with your audiences through your music? Thank you for having me again! The messages in this song "Flexin" is about seeing yourself as wealthy, and also not showing any sign of care to what others may think of you, but them having self-love about the thing you have. Not only are you an up and coming rapper constantly spewing out new releases, you are also an actor and dancer. How does having a diverse set of artistic talents help shape your style as a musician? As a young R&B-pop artist, having a diverse set of artistic talents helps shape my style and sound in so many ways and it gives me exposure to a new audience that loves rap music. So writing a Hip-hop rap song like this one "Flexin" and doing a song like this gives my fans something they haven't seen before. And with this song my fans can get an idea of what will be on my EP when its release later this summer, will R&B - pop music be on the EP yes it will. You have told us that some of your artistic influences come from artists like Usher, Trey Songz, and Chris Brown. Can you elaborate on how they influence your music style? Chirs Brown, Usher, and Trey Songz,  they have influenced my music style with their sound and also their verses in their songs. Looking at Chirs Brown, he's not just a singer, dancer but also a rapper. And listen to these three artists, and creating something that my own sound, helps me as an artist to develop and grow my audiences. Having been born in Monrovia, Liberia, and raised in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, you must have grown up appreciating both cultures. How does this cultural diversity and exposure benefit you as an artist? Do you incorporate aspects of both cultures into your music? The cultural diversity benefit and exposure me as an artist because it helps me to create music that Liberian will relate too and understand, therefore in some of my songs if you listen carefully you will hear Liberian accent in my lyrics. I love to incorporate both cultures into my music because it's unique and it brings out my sound and style. facebook.com/AngeDweh instagram.com/angelsdweh twitter.com/angelsdweh #BUZZMUSIC