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Along with staying safe and washing his hands, Big Badd Wolf is currently working on his debut album 'Careless Whispers.' His most recent release “Never Over” is the third single from his upcoming album to give his fans a taste of what they can expect in the upcoming year. “Never Over” is an R&B and hip-hop love anthem about the ever-so-relatable, one that got away. With his smooth vocals and low key instrumentals, fans will be questioning how anyone could walk away from Big Badd Wolf. The relaxed beat of “Never Over” has an R&B style which gives the song a laid back feeling. A unique aspect of the song is the electronic background melody; this uncommon sound makes “Never Over” even more alluring. Aside from these sounds, the rest of the music comes from Big Badd Wolf’s vocals. Not only does he have a smooth voice ideal for this style of music, but he adds depth to “Never Over” by including many vocal counter melodies. The song ends with Big Badd Wolf’s humming and low energy beatboxing to the melody. His vocals and lyrics are endearing; he really sings the chorus with passion and emotion to portray the intensity of his love. With “Never Over,” Big Badd Wolf is able to connect with those in his audience that believe past loves never really disappear. Listen to "Never Over" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Big Badd Wolf! “Never Over” captivated us with its unique sounds and soulful lyrics. Can you tell us more about your message behind this song? It's good to be back here! It's always a pleasure talking with y'all. "Never Over" is probably one of, if not the most relatable track on the project. I sing about being head over hills for a past lover, and how "we both know it's never over." Anyone who ever felt a real connection before knows that it doesn't just disappear. We know “Never Over” is featured on your upcoming album “Careless Whispers.” Can you give us a little hint on what fans can expect from the other songs on the album? "Never Over" is the final track on the album, and the third single released to promote it. The other two singles are "Cry Wolf" the first track, and "Conversations" the seventh track. I released them this way to give both a literal and a figurative broad perspective of the album. With your rapping and vocal skills, it is clear to us that music has been a part of your life for quite some time. Can you tell us about when you first fell in love with music, and why you decided to start producing your own songs? This is a two-parter! Been in love with music since diapers! My beautiful grandmother would hum "The Elephant March" from The Jungle Book, and I'd scoot my butt around her apartment. My parents never missed a chance to play a variety of classics from Conway to Journey, Beatles to Michael, and Sinatra to Queen (and sooooo many more). The moment I knew how deep my passion for music ran was around 2004 when I heard the album "Songs About Jane" by Maroon 5. That explains itself haha. Anyone who knows me thinks of me anytime M5 is on. I actually don't produce my songs. I write lyrics, create vocal melodies, and create the visuals. I've blessed with an extraordinary creative team that really brings these visions to life. Frenzy Frenchy is a producer out of London that has been crafting stellar instrumentals for years. He created all the tracks you'll hear on this project and many others. All these songs are recorded in Arlington, Texas at Banger Boy studio with the amazing James Kline who is not only an intellectual but a truly kind/kindred spirit. Lani Christ is a fellow up and coming singer/songwriter, producer, and he is mixing, and mastering every song. With “Never Over” you are spreading love to your audience. What are some other messages that you would like to try to express throughout your career as an artist? Love is fundamental. Kindness and patience are some as well. Mostly a genuine desire for growth, and betterment on every scale. The world can seem like a terrifying, dark, and lonely place. It also can be awe-inspiring, full of beauty, and wonder. I want to try to shift the perspective so that as many people as possible can see the beauty. What's next for Big Badd Wolf throughout 2020? My album "Careless Whispers" will be dropping this year! I've got a couple of independent singles in my pocket, and ready to drop. I've already started early works on the next project, and it's an EP titled "Naked Truths". instagram.com/awolfinsheepsclothin facebook.com/bjb.crzy #BUZZMUSIC

From Portland, Oregon, Annie Dang began her musical career in the raw, underground music scene in Portland. She originally sang with only her guitar to accompany and has since been expanding her instrumental repertoire. Annie Dang’s inspirations are derived from a vast array of genres including electric soul, funk, and R&B. One of her strengths as a musician is her flexible ability to always search for new and unique sounds. Annie Dang’s newest single “Shake” is a quick-paced record that is sure to get her listeners grooving. Her early Motown, '90s R&B and funk inspirations are evident as she invites her fans to “Shake” with her. “Shake” has recently been categorized as “retro Latin tinged soul,” and rightfully so. Its vintage percussion backtrack will have you dancing the swing, and don’t forget about some Latin hip action. Annie Dang shows us just how musical she is by incorporating a variety of instruments into her song including trumpet, tambourine, and smokey horn. Not only does “Shake” get fans on their feet, but it also touches the soul. Annie Dang belts her vocals with a contagious ferocity, sharing her spicy personality with fans. Lyrically, she sings about personal experiences and observations in aims to engage and inspire her audiences. “Shake” is certainly an electric single, making Annie Dang a budding artist to watch for. Be sure to check out "Shake" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Annie Dang! “Shake” has a vibrant energy that we immediately fell in love with. Can you tell us about the message behind your lyrics for this single? At first impression, most people hear the song and think it’s about dancing but it’s actually about overcoming obstacles. Life is a constant movement. Whatever obstacles we may face, take it in stride and “shake” it off. Although you originally sang alongside a single guitar, you include a multitude of instruments in “Shake.” What instruments do you play? What made you decide to incorporate many more instrumental sounds into your music? I play the electric guitar. I originally started off playing the acoustic guitar, but a friend of mine let me borrow his electric guitar and fender tube amp, and it all changed after that. I started implementing digital effects pedals like looping, ambiance, and delays. Soon after I was the vocalist/guitarist in a Neo-Soul band. There was a lot of improvisation which made room for me to utilize and experiment with my effects. As for incorporating other instruments, I always felt my songs had the potential of a fuller sound with the right backing. I met my producer Andrew Korn at while performing an acoustic set. Prior to working with Andy, I had a handful of producers and engineers that reached out wanting to work with me, but they never came down to watch me perform all business.  Andrew came down, introduced himself and that type of gesture spoke measures. We got together, drank coffee, ate tacos. I performed my songs for him and had a listening session. Sometime after, we agreed to several songs we’d work on together. For “Shake” we fused an old school Jackie Wilson influenced drum groove with the Cuban dance rhythm called Pilon. When I used to play it solo on guitar it was a totally different vibe. Now it has a grooving rhythm section, horns, and a bunch of backing vocals. Putting all these new elements together, it creates a whole other life, the result is what you now hear. You have many different genres that you draw inspiration from. What were your main sources of musical style when you were creating “Shake?” I wrote “Shake” awhile ago. When I first created the song, I was still in the process of teaching myself guitar. I would go and perform at open mic nights. At that time, I was notorious for playing the rhythm guitar super fast -my approach was similar to banjo strumming. When I performed songs like “Shake”, they were more stream of consciousness type performances. It was a good experience, I was able to sow my oats as they say. Having started off in the underground music scene in Portland you have certainly evolved into a new artist. Can you elaborate on your journey to getting to where you are today? Passion and practice, and to need to be able to independently accompany myself with the guitar as a solo performer. I started out in the local open mic scene performing as a vocalist and was tired of asking other musicians to back while I sang. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? Spreading the word about my new EP. Releasing new music, new videos, and putting a killer band together. You can check it all out at anniedangmusic.com. instagram.com/anniedangmusic facebook.com/anniedangmusic #BUZZMUSIC

Tower of Power is a New-York based group that creates a fusion of Soul, R&B, Rock, Pop, and Funk, all while having their classic horn-driven signature sound. Since forming in 1968, the group has played over 7,500 shows, gained over 444,000 monthly listeners, and has over 35 million streams worldwide. Recently, Tower of Power blessed us all with their funky single “Look in my Eyes" and we are hooked! Something about the overall vibe has us completely in awe but also has us dancing around. The musicality of the performers is second to none here, every element is so well executed and locked together it gives off such a funky experience that will make for an unforgettable night out. “Look in my Eyes” just screams a good time. It features a pop horn section with some charming saxophone and trumpet solo’s and chords, a perfectly twangy electric guitar with flavorful licks, jaw-dropping electric piano solo, a rock-solid drumbeat that holds the floor together, fun sing-along vocal adlibs full of energy, and a powerhouse of a vocal ensemble that is sure to send a whole dance floor into a craze. Be sure to check out "Look in my Eyes" here. facebook.com/OfficialTowerOfPowerBand twitter.com/OfficialTOPBand instagram.com/towerofpowerofficialband #BUZZMUSIC

Virginia artist Domi Dow Jones is out here creating his truest Hip/Hop sound. Domi Dow Jones has always been about dedication. Having music as a passion, Domi Dow Jones would always put in the drive to achieve what he wanted to achieve within the music scene. Domi Dow Jones isn't the type of artist to let obstacles come in the way of his and his dream, and his music really shows that element clearly. With community outreach being an important component of Domi Dow Jones' life, he prefers to use his music as a platform for communication, mostly communication regarding his innate experience and life. Listeners are always being exposed to the latest perspective of Domi Dow Jones, and this remains especially true in his latest release, "Code". Domi Dow Jones came out with his latest track, "Code", which featured a heavy old-school rap production. Domi Dow Jones knew how to create that retro-type feel with "Code", focusing on those prominent Hip/Hop beats, combined with an authentically cultured feel. "Code" defines the narrative of Domi Dow Jones, and the various perspectives he takes on as an artist. The song ventures along with the various desires, aspirations, and genuine thoughts of Domi Dow Jones. He manifests this certain kind of comfort through the rhythm of "Code", and establishes a level of calmness with the way he executes the verses of the track. "Code" was definitely a more laidback beat featured along with the verses of Domi Dow Jones, which gave that moment for the actual story of the track to shine. We suggest any Hip/Hop listeners take the time to soak in the wordplay of Domi Dow Jones in his clever single offering: "Code". Listen to "Code" by Domi Dow Jones here. Hey Domi Dow Jones! It's great we get the chance to talk about your recent single release "Code". As an artist who is deeply rooted in their home life, would you say that the intrinsic message of "Code" and its various elements reflects any properties of the very community you live in today? "Code" is a direct reflection of where I stand as far as my home life goes today. The "Code" is simple, "get money get doe rock ice, make cheese raise seeds live life, make peace but only if it's right, look at death as just a part of life". These are the basic fundamentals for survival not just in my community but in all parts of the world. We all have our personal moral beliefs that ultimately influence every decision we make. These are my personal beliefs. Was there any message in "Code" that you hoped was communicated thoroughly to your listening base, or are you comfortable in knowing your music may have open interpretation amongst listeners? I feel like the message is clear and goes over well sonically. So some people may identify with the message, some may appreciate the soulful sample, while others do not gravitate to it at all. As a result of "Code" being so personal to me, I have to accept that it's not for everyone but I can be proud of my work knowing that I stayed true to myself and it sounds dope. Considering the various hardships you've encountered thus far regarding your music, as well as the build of your artistic career, how do you feel your experience has ultimately propelled you and your overall sound? As a songwriter, you are simply expressing your world through art then giving it right back to the world. So the more I experience the more I have to express and give back. I've grown a lot since I started recording music as a teenager so my music had no choice but to mature with me. The question you have to constantly ask yourself is will I let this setback destroy me or motivate me. I've chosen to let everything motivate for as long as I can remember. Where do you feel your sound will grow and disperse from here?! Are there any big plans you've put in place for your artistic career in the near future? Every project that I do has its own unique overall sound. After this project "Growing Pains" which features "Code", I plan to experiment with different genres and only release singles for a while. Aside from that, I plan to start a DMV Entertainment Podcast and allow anyone involved in the industry to tell their success stories. I feel that it would be appreciated and solidify me as more than just an artist. instagram.com/domidowjones facebook.com/Domi.Music1 twitter.com/DomiDowJones #BUZZMUSIC

ShaVazz The Weirdo is an artist who is all about expanding his music. Since starting his career he has released an EP that landed a distribution deal under Virginia Is Kool under Universal Music Group, released numerous singles, and is back with a brand new release with Ryan O’Shaughnessy “Have You Seen Today?”. It's the perfect tune to put on and mellow out to at the end of a long day. There is so much raw emotion here, and it’s full of positive and wholesome energy, that is all about making the world a better place. As we listened, we felt incredibly calm, like we are floating up in the sky being guided by ShaVazz The Weirdo and his performance here is just lovely to listen to. It has a sincere sound to it that makes you feel comfortable. Combined with a super jazzy smooth guitar performance and the ever so humble message about everyone coming together, “Have You Seen Today?” makes for the perfect late night-tune. This release has us completely in love, and we can’t recommend enough for everyone to check out this release, it has something in it that will make you feel whole inside. Check out “Have You Seen Today?” here. Welcome to BuzzMusic ShaVazz! We are completely in awe with your latest release “Have You Seen Today?”! What was your inspiration behind the lyrics and how do they connect with you? My inspiration behind the lyrics came from how exactly the world is today. It may not bother many people but I’m very sensitive to the way things are & other people's feelings. I did my best to get that feeling out hoping others would feel it & eventually make efforts to change the world for the better. We are loving that it’s just guitar and voice, it perfectly suits your voice. Is that you and Ryan O’Shaughnessy? What was it like to collaborate together? How did you meet? Me & Ryan O’Shaughnessy met after I made a post asking who was the best guitarist in Ohio. It was at least 14 people tagging his profile to my post saying get with this guy. After that we exchanged numbers & I told him my plans & we got it done. Collaborating with him was amazing because he’s very talented & was able to get the perfect sound out through the voice samples I sent to him via text. It’s amazing to hear you got a distribution deal with Virginia Is Kool, that’s awesome! How did you land that opportunity? How did you feel when you found that out? The deal with Virginia Is Kool came from a Dm on Instagram. The CEO of the company reached out & conversations went further through a few phone calls & I made the decision to sign the contract. I felt really great when I found out they were interested in me. Mostly happy that someone out there was appreciating my art & creativity. You’ve definitely come a long way since you started, How do you think you have grown as an artist since your “The Weirdos Project” EP? Do you see yourself growing a certain way with future releases? As an artist, I’ve grown to open my ear to more genres of music & give the supporters/fans what they want to hear at the very best I can. Future releases will be of any & every genre because I am comfortable & creative enough to make music worth listening to any genre. instagram.com/shavazztheweirdooo twitter.com/VazzTheWeirdo facebook.com/shavazztheweirdooo #BUZZMUSIC

From Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, Pop artist Mykel surprises the industry by releasing the first-ever worldwide quarantined music video for her single “Speed of Light”. With hope to spread her message of keeping our energy high by doing what we love, Mykel’s latest music video “Speed of Light” does exactly that. She’s teamed up with dance academy’s across the world (Rad Dance Academy in Los Angeles, The Boom Crew in Salt Lake City and the Lebanon Dance Academy), to invite dancers to keep their creative energy flowing by being apart of her music video “Speed of Light”. Which was also produced, directed, and choreographed 100% remotely. Mykel’s music video for “Speed of Light” begins with shots of ghost town cities and streets. With methodical imagery of a dancer alone while text forms on the screen to inform viewers why Mykel has created a video to bring awareness to the Pandemic, it states “Millions of artists/creatives find themselves out of gigs, studios, classrooms and places to express themselves.” As her up-beat track “Speed of Sound” takes center stage, we’re left with the creative editing of many different dancers executing the same choreography from their own homes. Not to mention the thrilling performance from Mykel herself, she’s put together an empowering music video that shares limitless inspiration with artists/creatives to keep doing what they love during these unsettling times. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Mykel! We’re in love with your message on your latest up-lifting music video for “Speed of Light”. Could you share the process behind getting in touch with every dancer and executing the powerful music video? Totally! First, none of this would have been possible without our choreographer Heidi Jarrett, and teaming up with Retter's Academy of Dance in LA. The first call I made was to Heidi (a long time friend of mine) who has choreographed for me in the past. Once she got on board she teamed up with Retter's and combined with a mass social media audition call, and reaching out to the contacts me and my co-director/editor Francois Bittar (who had our Lebanon Academy of Dance connections) had in the dance world, we were able to round up a solid 25 dancers from literally all over the world! Then it was just a million emails and forms with DETAILED filming and dance instructions so that everyone had a similar look. Your quarantined music video for “Speed of Light” is edited perfectly, swiftly shifting from dancer to dancer and yourself. What was Mykel’s end goal in regards to how you wanted your music video to make in impact? I wanted movement. The editing really could have broken our concept if it wasn't executed correctly. Francois Bittar killed it!! We wanted to showcase everybody as much as possible, while also setting up our main message of supporting the arts during COVID-19, and giving people a way to stay creating and moving while social distancing. And on top of that staying true to the reality that we were all self filming in basements, laundry rooms, and back yards haha. That combined with the effects almost disguises the fact that we are all in cramped spaces. It gives life to the video. Speaking on your music video for “Speed of Light”, what made Mykel want to take this conceptual route, rather than waiting until you could create a regular and in-person music video? It all started with a phone call from my producer Brandon Jarrett. We had written this song for a television project almost a year earlier, and once I had to relocate to quarantine and put my other releases on hold, I thought it would be a perfect time to release this type of track. Not to mention I needed to fill my newfound free time somehow. The song is the complete opposite of how I was actually feeling in quarantine, but I thought it was important to release a track like that to give people something to smile and dance to. The video concept that followed was just so timely and relevant, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try to stretch myself and make it happen! With a message of doing what you love through your music video “Speed of Light”, how does Mykel stay busy during these times? How do you keep your creative juices flowing to write new music? Well, it definitely depends on the day. I feel like 2020 has been testing all of us in so many ways. For me, I try to write every day. Some of the best songs come from the most confusing and dark times. I also am learning to self produce, which has been quite an adventure haha. And being back to my social media antics has been refreshing, to be honest. I'm learning to find the positive in having more time to breathe. instagram.com/britneymykel facebook.com/officialmykelmusic #BUZZMUSIC

Neon is an LA-based R&B and Neo-Soul singer/songwriter who creates a mood that you can vibe to. Since falling in love with music at an early age, Neon has been writing songs and poems that have transformed into the art that she is creating today that has to lead to her first studio album 'Paul'. Off 'Paul' is Neon's exciting moody single "No Lie" and we are absolutely loving it. "No Lie" features lo-fi groovy drums, dreamy synth pianos, a warm melodic moving bass, and powerful soothing vocals from Neon. "No Lie" opens up with its dreamy ethereal synth texture and then introduces the memorable bass along with Neon's captivating vocals. The hook of "No Lie" instantly feels both memorable and fresh as you listen, you'll find yourself singing the hook before you even hear it. The drums evolve in a wonderful way that keeps a tight groove, they start off as just chill out snaps and then go into a head bouncing lo-fi beat. Every little element of "No Lie" speaks of chilling out and having an easy time. From the captivating vocal performance to the musical instrumentation, we can't wait to hear the rest of the album. Listen to "No Lie" here. Hello Neon! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We are loving "No Lie", no wonder it's a fan favorite! What was the songwriting and production process like? I actually wrote the song in my bedroom one night after months of struggling with which direction I should take my music. I had transitioned from a rapper to a singer in late 2017 and I was honestly confused about my sound and my message. So I recorded the song on my audio recorder and began practicing throughout the week until I could make it to the studio. Once I got to the studio it was cake, I felt the vibe immediately and I knew when singing this would be the first single on the album. We heard that you have a wide range of influences, what about those artists makes them influence you? It’s hard not to be inspired by Missy Elliott she is truly one of a kind and I couldn’t name a comparison even if you paid me. She’s definitely a vibe and created such a strong relationship with the best. Her music is a butter man I could go on and on. Michael is the bible. He’s extremely talented all around and he’s very unique he’s just not someone you can read, far from basic and humble. I think that’s the biggest thing, how can you be so loved and talented and still be so humble. The biggest loss to the music industry! Aaliyah was also a mood and a vibe. Songs you could easily sing along to I wanted to be her so bad it was crazy. You know I’m like 7 or 8 with my shirt rolled up dancing to (are you that someone) just imagining myself in that music video. Her moves were effortless and her style was so cool. Many have tried but they will never be able to pull it off the way she did. Beyoncé is extremely talented and her vocal range is amazing. She is consistent with her abilities. Her work ethic is something I can truly appreciate and we are always lead with her music and not her personal life, that’s huge! The Notorious B.I.G, where do I begin? I mean BIG MOOD, this guy was so clever and graceful with the punches. His songs were like movies, just 100 percent dope. The biggest thing I’ve inherited was the famous (Uhh) it just adds something so special to the music. I wish that he, Micheal, and Aaliyah were here to influence the younger generation of musicians. Sometimes I feel like hunger is missing from the music and I think it’s based on who someone is influenced by. There is a very honest sound to this whole record, what was the recording process like for it? Were there any challenges faced? Well because I have a pretty wide range I didn’t know where I wanted to keep my tone. I sang it a couple of times in a lower voice, took it up higher, and then I finally went with my sweet spot. I always lay my background vocals with a lower tone to bring some depth and contrast so once I lay the vocals I put most of my focus into the edited. The mix makes a huge difference in the song and sometimes I’m never satisfied. I knew what I wanted but couldn’t explain it so I think that was the biggest challenge. From starting off in elementary school choirs, how have you grown as a songwriter and artist? Well, I spent my teens and early twenties as a rapper. I always sang but I wasn’t fully invested in crafting my sound. Image wise I was scared to be a singer, you know thinking that because I’m plus size people wouldn’t accept me. I thought about missy and how successful she had been with her career and I just held on to the rapper dream. But there was always something so powerful about singing and writing songs. Sometimes I would have tears running down my Face If I wrote about something personal or emotional. So since 2017 I’ve held on to the vibe of a rapper you know still talking a little trash here and there but I’ve been riding that sweet spot and it’s been making the music sound better and better. twitter.com/houseroachkilla instagram.com/Neon_Nick1 facebook.com/nicole.greenwood2 #BUZZMUSIC

Hello Hannah! Thank you for your time! How have you been and what has social distancing been like for you? We have been on lockdown in France since March 16 and heard this week that it will go until at least May 11. It’s been unusual, quiet, worrisome, normal, peaceful, stressful, the gamut. The news is all over the place, so we don’t ever really have a sense of what is going on. A sort of disorientation and grief comes in waves because parts of the day is perfectly normal and even beautiful -- sun, spring flowers blooming, a good conversation, work, planning meals, uncorking a good bottle of wine, the usual. And then comes the weird new behaviors we are adapting to, the data, headlines, not making plans, no trips ahead to look forward to, the talking heads in their living rooms, arguing, anger, the charts and graphs with curves and lines you can stare at but can't take away what you need. All that becomes very present and reminds us of all the unknowns, the dark. There are people I always turn to because they are the smartest ones, but there is no one to ask about this. How this will end. No one knows. We love everything about your latest release. One song that sticks out is the title track “Stingray" Tell us more about this song! "Stingray" is a rock song describing a release from the shackles of an unhealthy relationship. It’s not about breaking up. It’s about understanding what was really going on, and no longer having space for the dysfunction in your life. It’s an anthem and a rock song and it is fun to play with the band! It always makes me smile to play it. Was it a song that was written quickly or overtime? I had written the first verse very quickly and I knew I was on to something, but I wasn’t 100% sure what the song was about. I did spend some time researching narcissism and the stages of breaking the hold, and I kept those in mind as the remaining verses unfolded. Share with us why you chose the name Stingray for the album. Stingray is a great word. It is an elegant and otherworldly fish, hovering and traveling great distances. Stingrays are evocative, scary, and elegant. And they are a Chevrolet! Who are you listening to the most right now? I have very eclectic tastes than run through the centuries-- classical, modern, new music, folk, pop, rock, experimental. I’m listening now to Laurie Anderson, Jill Sobule, Lou Reed, John Prine, and Cowboy Junkies’ latest release “Ghosts”. I’m listening to a lot of my friends on their live stream living room concerts. Do you have plans to tour? Like many things, that have been put on hold. I had started booking my summer/fall, but most of those shows have been canceled. I am going to take this time to do more songwriting, making videos, and curating virtual events, like MUSEfest, a festival that amplifies excellent women in music and film. Tell us about your writing process. Do you write daily or just when inspiration hits? I normally am very disciplined about my creative process, but I have to say, I have been really unfocused during the lockdown. In the first few days of the lockdown, I thought -- “This will be great. I will get so much done.” But that hasn’t been the case. I have been tired and distracted, and I have a lot of work in my day job (thank goodness, knock on wood). Normally I have multiple things I am working on in my studios like my live set, new songs for an upcoming recording session, a song I am writing for a specific project, and learning a new instrument or tool. I often try to get into my studio first thing in the morning before other things claim my day. New songs arrive in different ways. I am very interested in the creative process, and less interested in becoming a factory repeating what has worked for me in the past. New songs are the result of a creative journey, experimentation, risk-taking, creating problems, and sticking with it until they are solved. The kernel of inspiration might be a lyric or tune I have swirling around my head. It might come from playing around with a new tuning or chord progression just to see what happens. Songs come out of conversations I have with people, magazine articles, or characters I invent. Every now and then, a song will just fall into my lap, but that’s pretty rare. I have hundreds of unreleased songs. Sometimes they sit unfinished in my songwriting folder (in google docs) and then I’ll pull one out a year later, and drop parts of an old song into a problem area of a new one. And the mashup makes sense and solves the new song’s problem. Where can our readers find you online and connect and listen to your new album 'Stingray'? You can hear Stingray on Spotify: Subscribe to my youtube channel here: Find tour dates, t-shirts, and more here: Listen to 'Stingray' here. facebook.com/hannahjudsonmusic instagram.com/hannahj_muse #BUZZMUSIC

Los Angeles native alt-pop artist Nico Savaro brings the world a bright message on his recent single “It’s a Vibe”. He’s said to surround mental health advocacy through most of his music, being the empath that he is, Nico Savaro always has the intention of letting his audience relax and take a step back from reality through his finely-tuned sound. Nico Savaro’s latest single “It’s a Vibe” serves the world a feel-good message in such a crazy time, not to mention being released on the most euphoric date in April pushing the songs meaning to resonate with many audiences. “It's a Vibe” captures the lyricism of everyday routine which we all notably reminisce, working 9-5 waiting for the weekend to kick back and vibe out. Nico Savaro brings another warmhearted element to the playful track, through the exhilarating delivery he serves a well-lit atmosphere that perfectly meets up with the songs upbeat underlying pop production. The supporting instrumentals bring forward bright plucky synths and cheerful melodies that tightly harmonize with Nico Savaro’s timeless vocals. “It’s a Vibe” reaches its peak at the thrilling chorus, bring an anthemic sound and letting us hold onto hope that the world will be back to normal soon. All in all, Nico Savaro has grasped effective songwriting allowing many different audiences to resonate with his hopeful single “It’s a Vibe”. Hello Nico Savaro! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We can't stop feeling good to your single "It's A Vibe"! What was the songwriting and production process for it like? That’s exactly what I want to hear! I want people to listen to it and literally say “It’s a Vibe!” Essentially, I wanted to create a modern-day “Good Vibrations”; to have a song that was just completely committed to a carefree state of mind and well, good vibes! We need more positivity in this world. Now more than ever. How did you come up with the vocal effects that are happening in the record? Was this something that came during the songwriting? It definitely came to life after the songwriting process. It was first just written on the guitar. I then gave the acoustic reference track to my producing partner Tommy (aka Thomas McPhillips) and he went to town on the production. After that, we had a lot of post-production involvement. Really nailing down the harmonies, adding bass guitar riffs (courtesy of our buddy Jonathan Elyashiv), and just having the whole team advise. Big shout out to Toni Kasza and to our boy Elliott Lanam @ Hidden City Studios. We heard that you often use other people's story's as inspiration, where do you get their stories from? What's it like to hear them? The track isn’t inspired by anyone in particular; it’s using my imagination to write from the perspective of someone who does have a 9-5 office job but doesn’t just live for the weekend.  He recognizes that you got to treat every day like it’s the weekend, but, when the weekend does come, you go especially hard and make the best of it. It’s also not just about going out and getting laid, but about being more in touch with our higher vibrations, to be more present at the moment and to share that with others. You can do that by staying in with a close group of friends, with your significant other, or during this crazy time in our history when most of us are in self-induced quarantine, we can embrace and support one another online. There are all kinds of different ways and platforms we can leverage to catch that vibe. How would you say you've evolved as an artist compared to your older records? How has your sound evolved since you started? I only released my first official single “Writing On The Wall” back in October so most people haven’t been able to see or hear my evolution. For those that were following me back when I was just shooting videos of me playing my songs on acoustic guitar know of the massive transformation. A lot of my songs that are already out all sounded completely different just a few years ago. I was limiting myself because the sound wasn’t cohesively capturing all my influences, so I was fortunate enough to meet Tommy and cultivate a unique sound that encapsulates all my influences and allows me to really set myself apart. instagram.com/nicosavaro twitter.com/nicosavaro youtube.com/nicosavaro #BUZZMUSIC

If you haven't adventured into this Philadelphia native's incredibly versatile catalog of modern R&B essential in the past year, you owe it to yourself to become acquainted. Since the age of 10, South Carolina's Lee Harris has been developing his sound and style with extreme haste, releasing his first extended play at the age of 20. With deep shades of soul contouring the gooey hooks found at the core of his music, Harris is definitely riding the creative wave straight into our playlists this month. "All of Me" chronicles the emergence of one of this year's most reliable providers of intensely addictive choruses, progressive beats, and extraordinarily progressive verses. This single balances whimsical orchestration and dance-inducing vibes in an exuberant fashion. As he sings, "I don't want a piece just give your all to me", he confesses the struggle behind a lover's lack of commitments. "Stop messing around, and maybe we could be..." he continues, affirming the pledge he is willing to take for this relationship he is fighting for. It's an expressive track with a tight rhythm section aiding the distant synth work coloring the subtle workings of this compelling song. Dynamic vocal adlibs space evenly throughout, as the Lee intensifies his grip on our attention. With a compact feel and engaging story, this song demands a replay after the initial listen. With no need for further consideration, it is obvious this Philadelphia entertainer is making progress in shifting the hearts of the music scene in his favor. Lee Harris! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We're incredibly excited to be featuring "All of Me"! What got you into creating and performing at an early age, whether it was acting, dancing, or music? First I would like to say thank you for the opportunity that you are not only giving me but a whole bunch of other independent artists who are on the come up! I appreciate platforms like this a lot! But the specific moment where I knew that I wanted to entertain was when I heard“You Rock My World” by Michael Jackson I was around the age of 3 or 4. I just remember hearing the liveliness of the record and seeing the video Mj was acting singing and dancing so I just knew that was what I was going to do as well! You grew up in Philadelphia and spent lots of time to develop your own style around the scene there. Can you tell us about any of the local spots you've performed that have helped you establish your foothold in the music scene thus far? I’ve performed at just about everywhere in Philly from the corner of 15th and market to the TLA to Girls High. There are very few places where I haven’t performed in Philly. Throughout my years growing up and developing there I feel like all of these venues played a huge part in me getting my name out there but also in me growing as an artist. All of these venues helped me shape my artistry and just grow. Also, a lot of the shows I was an opener or just a random spot in a showcase. With these opportunities, I was able to exercise my competitive spirit by wanting to be the best on these shows! But also I was able to learn humility because starting in these venues there were a lot of people who were better and more experienced than I was so I was able to learn from them. Which I'm mad grateful for. Is there anyone who you genuinely feel helps inspire to commit to your music every day? As cliche as this may sound I have to say the man in the mirror. I constantly strive to be better than I was yesterday. Rather it is in dancing, singing, or acting. I strive to unlock my full potential and then beyond my limits. And every day I make an effort to do that. And if I don't then I know I will be quick to tell myself that I'm slacking and need to get my head back in the game. You come up with impressively catchy top-lines, it seems like it comes naturally. Are there any habits you've been able to attribute to your abilities as a confident writer? You have been known to dance and consider yourself a well-rounded performer as an artist. How do you find your music helps you express your emotion, and how does dancing personal amplify that for you? First, thank you for that I appreciate that a lot. And I believe that just always being spiritually connected to my music helps me be confident. And me giving my all to every song helps me be confident as well. I do my best to lay down the best brick that I can at that moment if that makes sense. You have been known to dance and consider yourself a well-rounded performer as an artist. How do you find your music helps you express your emotion, and how does dancing personal amplify that for you? Thank you again you got me feeling famous or something! But music is always there for me. Music is always there to listen to what I'm going through. And music is always there to help me get through whatever I may be going through. For me, music and dance have always gone hand and hand. I feel like God gave me the gifts of song and dance to express myself so Imma does that every chance I get! Also, I feel as though dance just makes the moment that much bigger! twitter.com/itsleeharriss instagram.com/itsleeharriss #BUZZMUSIC