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Hey Alexya, welcome to BuzzMusic! We’re swooned by your incredible vocal abilities and delivery on your latest single “Sick of Love Songs”. Your lyrics on the track are deeply well written and easily relatable! Could you expand on what Alexya’s writing process was like when creating “Sick of Love Songs”? What’s good BuzzMusic, thank you for the welcome and support. You know, it really is a relief that you guys like the song haha. I’ve never gotten to the studio so vulnerable before. It was a little nerve-wracking being so emotional in the studio, but hey it was a super cathartic process for me and I’m at peace people relate! Something like over a week before I was scheduled to be recorded, there was Kobe’s passing and then a childhood friend had passed away later that week… and it was just, simply put, overwhelming. I was supposed to write to a completely different track for the session, but I asked my friend if he had a “bluer” beat laying around and he sent me the ‘Sick of Love Songs” track and I loved it; it just hit the spot for me. I got in the studio when I was scheduled and I was pretty surprised what words and melodies were coming out of me haha. I ended up writing/singing about feelings for someone I didn’t know I had in me somewhere… ugh, imagine haha. But yeah it was a fun, pour-of-emotions kind of writing session. Even though your single is titled “Sick of Love Songs”, the track is a beautifully written love song and takes some interesting turns throughout the piece. Could you share with our readers what makes “Sick of Love Songs” different from all the other R&B love songs out there? I think “Sick of Love Songs” is unique in that it has nostalgic sounds from Mariah Carey, Toni Braxton, and even a little Reggae timing in the pre before the chorus. I love the stacked harmonies in Mariah Carey’s classics and how Toni Braxton would just sing as low as she can with her melodies on her verses. I love writing with my co-writer, Angie Irons because she and I both have a very wide musical palette. The instrumental itself is cool and not too “dressed up”, so it was fun getting to play with vocal swoons and harmonies. You’ve already had quite the journey into the music industry, and finally blossoming as a solo artist. How do you think your past group work has helped your independent music thrive? Being in the Fabulous Girls was so tight. It’s cool when I get people here and there who reach out to me because they remember who I was then and are excited to see where I am going now. When the group moved on, it was a little scary but I recalled the lessons I learned and the experience has preserved me and my safety moving forward. Sometimes, I remember sort of how P would do things business-wise and I was able to keep working with the group’s vocal coach, who is writing with me now, Angie. Now that you’re a solo artist and creating music that represents yourself, what messages do you want to get across about Alexya’s brand and what you stand for? Oh man, I like this question haha. At the moment, I hope when people interact with me or my music, I hope they experience this sense of freedom in what is called “chingon/a”. It’s a Spanish word meaning badass basically haha. But to me, it means: “no rush, you got this, just get ready for the dinner”. So ya! Hope they experience that sense of relief and confidence vibe. Check out “Sick of Love Songs” here. instagram.com/alexyagarcia #BUZZMUSIC

Welcome to BuzzMusic Dobbsthagr8t! Living on the West Coast it’s easy to adapt to its unique sound of music. In what ways has lived in this region influenced your own style of rap? Thank you for having me! I really appreciate the opportunity to speak with the BuzzMusic family. Being from the west coast and living here plays a major role in my music. West Coast music is truly unique. It’s not just music. It’s a way of life. The west coast has its own unique culture that’s prided on being real. And that’s what I intend to provide with my music. I want to give people the real. We aren’t born in the glitz and glam of Hollywood out here. Most of us are out here trying to make it out of the mud. So the things I put in my music are things that I really went through and still go through. In addition to that, the west coast is full of creativity in so many different forms. We are surrounded by art and culture. So just being exposed to that creativity and living in an environment full of art and culture molded me into the person that I am and that naturally comes through my music. We noticed a sense of sincerity with the lyricism in “8 1 8 8 1 8”. What was the main focal point of this song and what inspired you to write this? 8-18-18 starts as an open letter to my mom acknowledging my mother's unconditional love and support. Especially through my darkest days. I was taught better than the things I’ve done in my past. I didn’t go to prison because my mom didn’t raise me right. I went based on the choices that I made and I had to deal with that. From there the song goes into an assessment of my current position and a challenge to myself for how to move going forward. Is there any specific reason why you’ve decided to title this song “8 1 8 8 1 8”? What does it stand for and how does it correlate with the song meaning for you? 8-18-18 was inspired by death and grief coupled with the spirit of rebirth at the same time. My cousin Dre passed away less than 2 weeks before I was released from prison. At 33 he was so young and to just have him leave this earth way before his time and to see the void that is left for our entire family it was hard to process. I came home from prison and had to bury my cousin in the same month. It really puts life into perspective for me. We aren’t here on this Earth forever. I was grieving this loss and being reborn into a better man at the same time. So this song was really inspired by those emotions that I was feeling at that time in my life. Dealing with the pain, processing it and then trying to find a way to turn it into positive energy to propel me into my next phase of life. What would you consider to be the biggest challenge you had to overcome when making “8 1 8 8 1 8” and why? The biggest challenge was trying to capture the raw emotions that I felt and find a way to have that translate through the music and into my audience's ear. It was challenging because as a man I struggle with showing emotions that look like vulnerability. I wasn’t bred to be soft but I wanted the people listening to this song to truly feel everything that I felt right at that point in time. Being from Southern California so many people in our community are dealing with death and the prison system The song is just under 2 1/2 minutes. I purposely kept the song short because I wanted to keep it authentic. For me this song wasn’t just music, it was therapy. A way for me to challenge myself to put my emotions out there for the world to hear. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? More music, more hustle, more grind, more IMOB! There is so much I can say but instead I’m going to just leave it at that and plant these seeds and let these trees grow. IMOB is definitely working on some amazing things for the rest of 2020 and I’m just so excited to see where this 2020 journey takes us. #BUZZMUSIC

Can you tell us about the hip-hop sound and culture that’s in the DMV area and how you’ve cultivated your style from your environment? The Dmv is diverse. None of the local rappers have the same sound. Go-Go is the official music of D.C. while Maryland and Virginia have Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, Classic Rock. Heavy Metal and Punk. I wanted to be different, so I didn’t sound the same as everyone else. I pretty much have had a different sound since I was 13. I use hard trap beats with my lyrics and a ton of energy while I flow on the mic. I use a lot of what I have been through growing up with my mom and baby sister and what I have seen and been through in the streets. What were your intentions with your single “PAID”? My intention with Paid was to put it on my Facing Death mixtape at first. I let my Manager and Marketing team hear an unfished version of it and plans immediately changed for it. Paid is now available on all music streaming outlets. How did you discover the inspiration behind this song? Well, honestly I’m going to have to say the inspiration was the fact that people take advantage of other people in the street. It’s a cold, dark evil place. So I went ahead and started writing for my song. What would you consider to be the most challenging aspect of creating “PAID”? The songwriting process or the actual production of the song? Finding the right beat for the energy I had in the recording of the song. Neither songwriting or production was a challenge, but finding the right beat for the song and my energy could be the most challenging. We loved the video released to “PAID”. What was the vision you had for the visuals and how does it relate to the song’s meaning? The Vision was being in the trap cooking up with my business partners not taking shit from no one. It related to the song well. It matched exactly what the song was saying. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? Fans can be ready in 2020 because I have 3 major projects I am working on including the visuals for the projects. I’m going to be featured in magazines in 2020 and planning on touring further than the east coast. My paid video is making its way across this country on world star hip hop and I can assure you that it’s not stopping there. I am working hard in 2020 planning to keep giving my fans what they like. Listen to "PAID" here. instagram.com/dvfflebvg twitter.com/DvffleBvgRuggv facebook.com/DvfflebvgRuggv #BUZZMUSIC

Do you ever just hear an artist and instantly go “wow”? That’s how we felt as soon as we heard the Atlanta based R&B artist Kyn’s voice. Simply put, her voice feels angelic. Since making it to the Top 8 of The Voice, Kyn learned she was already successful by making an impact on someone. The modern R&B production perfectly fits her ever so smooth voice, especially in her single “Tell Me How You Feel”. After going through a troubled past with auditions, Kyn persisted through her emotions and instead of waiting for a new opportunity she had paved the way to create them for herself. With the help of producer JR THAliens and engineer Jayo, Kyn can keep inspired with fresh new R&B beats and hooks that flow perfectly into her style of singing. The motivational stepping stones within the lyrics of Kyn’s music, especially in “Tell Me How You Feel” can be taken as a motivational step to lead you to never give up and follow your dreams. Kyn is going to keep working on her second EP aiming to be our next year and we cannot wait for it. Check out "Tell Me How You Feel here. instagram.com/_kynmusic_ facebook.com/kynadams #BUZZMUSIC

Friendly Bear hails from Los Angeles, CA, and their '90s-inspired music will have you experiencing a wide variety of emotions. To remind those readers who aren't already familiar with the members of Friendly Bear, the music group consists of lead vocalist Guy Jedidiah, as well as Megan and Adam Bones (The Two Tens), Save Ferris, Compress Collide, and The Gabba Gabba Heys. We remember when their single "Love Bluff" debuted, and the amount of stimulation it imparted onto listeners. With its debut, we knew that Friendly Bear's sound and message inspired us, and overall, it's easy to get lured in with their upbeat sensations, paired with intensifying emotionality. Friendly Bear aims to stay true to their roots. They write about music that inspires them, and they aren't afraid to construct their ideas in an authentic way. Friendly Bear delivers high-energy performances tailored to creating an enjoyable and overall positive environment. Their message has always been pure-hearted, and their music gives a rushing and energetic sensation. Past performances have been lively, dynamic, and ultimately powerful in many sorts. One element we love about Friendly Bear is the fact that the music group sources their inspiration from their everyday experiences. As listeners, we're really hearing about the perspectives of these artists, and what it is they go through as humans. Friendly Bear is bringing a confident and constructive sound to the music scene, and we're anticipating more of their robust sound in the near future. Discover Friendly Bear and connect with their music here. instagram.com/friendlybearband facebook.com/friendlybearband twitter.com/friendlybearbnd #BUZZMUSIC

Through his heart aching moments and inspiring life lessons, Jude is here to tell his story from the heart through his music. Jude is the modern-day motivational speaker, to say the least, he carries the best intentions in his heart now and tries to pass on the positive energy that can help another person become their better self. Jude’s latest release “Tears" is a direct mirror of Jude's character, he’ll bring you in with something that might lead to you thinking it will be another generic tune before pulling the switch and flipping the mood and blowing you off your seat. Despite already having notable success with his releases, Jude stays humble and true to himself with only aiming to reach out to more people and use social media to its finest to get the message out to as many people as he can. Jude simply put is a storyteller, a personal one and it deeply shows in this release “Tears"; once you listen past the upbeat energy and really listen in to what he is saying, you’ll hear the amount of raw emotion Jude is delivering and that alone is something that you will not want to miss out on. Check out Jude's single "Tears" here. facebook.com/ArtistJude instagram.com/showmechristrecords #BUZZMUSIC

Hailing from New York City, underground Pop/R&B artist Hunter Blair Ambrose returns with her leading single “November”, off her recent 'Scorpio Rising' EP. Working with many notable industry professionals, Hunter has expanded her sound to flourish amongst the greats of pop music. Her latest hypnotic EP 'Scorpio Rising' serves raw talent translated through alternative synth-pop and dark R&B elements, especially with tracks like “Right Now” and “November”. While also creating emotional depth with heartwarming down-tempo songs like “Stranger”. Impressively, Hunter Blair Ambrose’s hit “November” was co-written with Ms. Gaga herself, alongside legendary producer RedOne. The track exudes power, yet also tugging at our heartstrings by reminiscing on a past love. With a skilled portrayal of fragile imagery and complex underlying production, “November” serves a well-rounded glimpse of Hunter Blair Ambrose’s limitless creativity. Speaking on her single “November”, the track opens with lush dark-pop/R&B production. With filtered piano chords and muffled rim hits, “November” kicks off with an emotional and transcendent vibe. Once Hunter Blair Ambrose graces us with her stunning vocals, she sings lyrics that channel her inner Scorpio, full of emotion, mystery, and persistence. Not to mention RedOne’s deep and throbbing production with growling basslines and celestial background synths. With highlighted lyrics like “Every year in mid-November, I’m the one you remember”, Hunter Blair Ambrose has finely crafted a stimulating and sentimental song. Although her single “November” effectively grasps Hunter Blair Ambrose’s talent, we highly recommend taking a listen to her 'Scorpio Rising' EP in entirety and get the full experience for yourself. Check out "November" here. instagram.com/hunterblairambrose twitter.com/hunterblairnyc facebook.com/iamhunterambrose #BUZZMUSIC

Geno Pacino is a Chicago based poet and entertainer who has always managed to stick out from the crowd. He offers a unique point of view to the table that holds in the hardest parts of his life that the listeners will find familiar. Geno's latest release "Rudy Ray" is a vibing anthemic 3d painting that speaks of the fake people talking too high of themselves. This release features shining guitar riffs, an anthemic synth stab rhythm, steady 808 drums with thundering toms, pitched adlib vocals, and Geno's honest raw performance that has a flair of his personality put into it. The whole record feels like it is being played live at a freestyle with a DJ triggering live sampling, tape stops and classic scratches that add to the whole personality of the release. "Rudy Ray" opens up with a little bit of adlib backstory with a super bluesy organ and guitar that brings a classy mojo before hitting you straight in the gut with the hook. Geno's flow here has that perfect spice of attitude and sass that perfectly aligns with the truth in each of his lyrics. We are loving this release and cannot wait to see what else Geno is able to bring to the table. Listen to "Rudy Ray" here. facebook.com/geno.green instagram.com/Pain707 twitter.com/IAMGenoGreen #BUZZMUSIC

Welcome, Harrison Storm! Congratulations on the success of your latest single, "Be Slow"! Looking back at your career only a few years ago, did you truly believe that you'd artistically reach the point at which you are now? Do you feel that your vision for your music has only remained consistent over the years, or has it morphed into what we hear now with a sense of cultivation? Thanks for having me! Over the past few years I’ve managed to find myself in places I never thought I’d visit in my life and I have the music to thank for that. The connection people seem to have to the songs is something I’ve worked passionately at and it is really heartwarming to see it continue to grow. I feel my perspective on so many things has changed for the better by this expansion and I'm constantly re-evaluating my approach to music sonically. But the fundamentals of songwriting will always remain the same for me; being as authentic as I can be as an artist and making the song come first. "Be Slow" is an incredibly soothing song, and we found it quite easy to get lost in the calming sensation it provided. What kind of feeling did you intend to impart on your listeners with "Be Slow"? Would you say that you had designed the song to have curative properties? I’m glad the song made you feel that way! When we (Nick Atkinson, Edd Holloway and myself) made this song, we really wanted to impart a sense of ease into a more reflective mindset, specifically thinking about how we spend our time, day today. The song was written and produced in a day or two and seemed to really be guided by being as present as we could be. I remember being quite hypnotized by the repetitive nature of the chord progression and the meandering of the vocal melodies which really took me on a journey. As an artist who hones in on vulnerability, how do you feel you're challenged musically in order to establish the prevalent and intimate connection you have with your listeners? I’ve kind of set this internal criterion when I listen to a song I’ve just written or has just been produced to see if it's ready to share with the world. It involves many different aspects but the main feeling I want to have when listening is “does this song make me really feel something?” Sometimes recognizing true feelings in my own songs can be tough due to the personal nature of the meaning and not wanting to face them, so it can be uncomfortable. But I usually give the song time to breathe, with a break from listening to it for a while. Then if I come back to it and still feel something from it, its likely someone else will too, in whatever capacity. So that tells me that it is worth sharing. Known for your characterizable soft and tranquil sound, have you ever been enticed to play with genres disparate than what your music encases now? Do you find that you're an artist who generally is able to step out of their creative comfort zone, or do you believe you've truly established one primary sound for yourself? I generally just make music I enjoy listening to personally, but its always fun to play around with different sounds and techniques when things become stagnant. I've been collaborating with other artists more recently and that is always a challenge but something I find really enriching. When I first moved out of home I lived with a reggae band and joined them on stage quite a few times to perform. It didn't influence my music sonically but I think being exposed to the lyrical content behind the music enhanced my appreciation for different perspectives on emotions and how they’re woven into the song. As an Australian-born artist, how do you feel that living in Los Angeles, CA is aiding in your growth as an artist? Are there moments and memories intrinsic to LA that stimulate some of the content you communicate through your music? You're currently on tour across North America with Hollow Coves! Can you share with our readers your experience touring so far, and the sensation you feel whilst performing on stage? How would you describe the energy in the crowd? Touring North America is really incredible. We’re seeing some beautiful natural landscapes during the drives and the differences in the scenery we’re passing through day to day is captivating. Long days in the van with lots of reading, listening to music and writing in my journal. Stopping at random places and being pleasantly surprised by the little things. The shows have been truly unique each time. Hollow Coves fans really seem to appreciate music and come to the shows to listen quite attentively which is refreshing. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a tour as much! We appreciate the time to chat about your career! You've come an incredible way artistically, Harrison Storm! Your music is elegantly articulated with an enriched quality that we won't ever forget. What would you say your artistic plans are after you're done touring with Hollow Coves? Thanks so much for the kind words! I plan to just continue to write and record as much as I can, but really allow myself to experience and be inspired by the normal things in life. I’m learning to really pay attention to the details because a lot can be learned from the things we seem to not give much energy to. facebook.com/harrisonstormmusic instagram.com/harrisonstormmusic twitter.com/HarrisonStorm #BUZZMUSIC

Jöhan Däwn is a Miami based artist whose music is all about ever so smooth vibes. Jöhan has performed throughout America and Asia and even finished his newest EP in Thailand. Recently Johan Dawn released his single “Don’t Need You” breaths a new life into R&B with its smooth and ethereal trap feel. Every element here comes together to create a sonically rich pallet that we can’t help but paint with while we are listening. Jöhan does not hold back for a moment in showing new ideas that are sure to start new trends. The lyrical storytelling of the good turning into the bad is perfectly executed along with a backing track that compliments every word and leaves space for them to breathe. There is a sense of space present here that makes us feel like we are up in the clouds, just rolling away in all of these interesting textures Johan presented to us. “Don’t Need You” is a fantastic blend of R&B and Trap, that keeps a little flair of magic to it that has us constantly hooked to hear what is happening next. We cannot wait for where Johan will transport us next in future releases. Go check out "Don't Need You" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jöhan Däwn! We can’t get enough of the vibes you show in “Don’t Need You”! What was the inspiration behind your ethereal fusion of R&B and Trap? Hey, thank you for having me! Well, the ethereal R&B vibe has always caught my ear and been a sound I love and relate to. I got the idea when I was in Thailand working on my upcoming project “Growth”. I heard a beat from one of my producer friends in LA ‘Davemakesnoises’. I was honestly looking for a fresher vibe like nothing you really hear today. I feel like the song speaks to pretty much anybody but especially those who give so much of themselves trying to makes others happy at the expense of their own happiness. I guess I can say I’m the voice for those people in this record. I feel like as artists we’re always trying to express ourselves and how we feel. At the time I made this record I feel like I was making a statement to all those people in my life that ever rejected me especially toxic women. The storytelling you have going on about the good turning into the bad is one that a lot will be able to relate to, how do you relate with the lyrics? What was the initial songwriting behind them? Well, a lot of times we can think we have a good thing that eventually turns into something that’s unhealthy for us mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It’s ok that we make these mistakes it’s just about recognizing it early and figuring out if the relationship is helping you grow or draining you. When you’re creating a new tune, what elements do you find yourself starting with first? Do you get inspired by a beat or does the beat get inspired by the lyric? How do you come to the lyric performances? The element I start with first when creating a new record is feeling. How do I feel and what do I want the audience to feel? Once I answer those usually the melody comes first and then lyrics. It’s funny because I’m a producer and an artist so I usually start with making the beat and creating the vibe. I usually almost always get inspired by the beat first though. There are times when I’ll hear the whole song in my head and I’ll have to hurry and get all the ideas down before they evade me. It’s really exciting to hear that you went to Thailand to finish up an EP, not a lot of people can say that! Why did you make that choice to go there? What was that experience like? Well, I first came to Thailand in 2015 to live and play in a band for a year. I played bass guitar and was a singer. I was blown away by the culture and the energy. I thrive on good energy when creating records and Thailand is full of it. From the people to the food to the culture and language. They call Thailand the land of smiles because Thais are for the most part very loving and hospitable. It’s a place I go to back and forth to get reinspired and get my creative juices flowing. I ended up going there and staying for 3 months before the coronavirus pandemic happened and finished up my EP. instagram.com/johandawn facebook.com/onejohandawn #BUZZMUSIC