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Sometimes the best elements to a song can be found in the production, sometimes it’s in the lyrics, and sometimes it’s in the melodies, however, for the single “What You Mad For” by Jev. It was undeniably a nice fusion of all three components that made this song such a standout single. Listening to “What You Mad For” we instantly became compelled by the layered dynamics that were presented in "What You Mad For". Jev has this old-school raw flow that reminds us of many of the rap greats from back in the day. This opens the door for authentic hip-hop lovers to indulge themselves in Jevs' music. The funky and charismatic beat to “What You Mad For” makes this single easily catered to younger listeners. You notice significant South African elements in the beat which enhances a nice connection between the listener and Jev due to him reeling us into his culture. “What You Mad For” curated a vibe that’s fit for a laidback atmosphere where you just want to chill and enjoy great music. Jev uses his music as a pathway to escape, this makes his songwriting to feel essentially rawer. “What You Mad For” had great lyricism, elemental arrangements in the beat which gave the rhythm this colorful funk perfect for a vibrant impact on the song, and a tough delivery, showing us the professionalism in Jev’s artistry. Listen to “What You Mad For” by Jev here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Jev! You’ve had a challenging journey so far. In what ways do you channel your life experiences through your music? Music is therapeutic for me, I'm able to express myself and my emotions through my music. I'm able to write about my life story and my life experiences and in a weird way that is a form of healing to me What would be your intentions as a hip-hop artist? How do you cultivate your own sound in a popular genre filled with many sub-genres? My goal is to introduce Hip Hop to new stories & experiences, being from a whole different country and raised by a single mother, I feel my voice in Hip Hop is unique but still very relatable. As of right now I wouldn't say I have a specific sound, I like experimenting and seeing what I can come up with, but my "sound" would definitely fall under the Hip Hop genre Let’s talk about your song “What You Mad For”. What was the ultimate message behind this single? Where did your inspiration for this song come from? I love late-night rides and I wanted to write a song that captures the whole late-night experience from the vibe to the chill, laidback beats. I guess that's where the inspiration came from you know, I was just trying to catch the mood and feel of a late-night ride and besides who doesn't love late-night rides We noticed your raw delivery that reminded us of many old school rap greats. Who are some artists you listened to and found influence from growing up? There are so many, where do I begin?? I was listening to a lot of Lost Boyz before I recorded this track so that definitely played a major role but my main inspirations are Ms. Lauryn Hill, Nas, J Cole, Fugees, Lost Boys, Asap Rocky, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Lil Wayne, and Nicki Minaj. What can we expect next from you, Jev? Thank you for talking with us! There is so much new music I'm working on, I definitely want to play more gigs and I'm releasing new merch this year, it's going to be a great year I can't wait! instagram.com/thelonerjev twitter.com/whoisjev #BuzzMusic

Coming from the state of Maryland is the Brazilian-American artist, Teeyago. Occupying himself with songwriting and producing his whole life, he has recently taken steps to officially release his songs to the world. With all these fresh releases comes his latest single, “Safada”. This song exhibits Teeyago’s ability to write pop. Teeyago incorporates elements of jazz, funk, Brazilian, and EDM into it as well. Each unique element in “Safada” complements the other sounds. This causes the song to shine at different parts; this approach to songwriting is intriguing and successful. "Safada” begins with an interesting piano chord pattern. This arrangement reminds us of a Brazilian-type ballad. This ballad patterning gives this song a part A and B, which keeps listeners interest longer than by using just one loop. As the drums begin, the song fuses into a beautiful pop-Brazilian track. The bass instrumental does an excellent job of occupying space and keeping movement steady throughout “Safada”. Teeyago chooses to do a compelling vocal chop within the chorus. This technique is reminiscent of EDM music but without all the background lunacy. Again, Teeyago finds another way to tastefully fuse another brand to “Safada”. Usually, mixing a lot of different types of music into one can become cluttered. But in “Safada”, Teeyago expertly fuses four genres into one while keeping a great vibe intact. Listen to "Safada” here. Hey Teeyago! Welcome to BuzzMusic, we are very proud to be representing you and your latest track “Safada”.  You have been creating music for quite some time, but just recently started releasing it.  A lot of artists and producers have trouble finalizing projects because there is always something that can be better in a song.  Is there any difficulty for you to come to peace with the finalization of a song? Or can you release them right away with no problem? I definitely struggle to feel comfortable with the finalization of a song. Throughout the process of making a song, I am constantly making changes to it over the course of several months until I get it to a place I am more or less satisfied with. I generally know a song is ready when I get tired of listening to it and overanalyzing every little detail. At that point, I realize I might as well just release it and move on to the next track in order to keep my creativity flowing (otherwise I’ll always be searching for some sort of unattainable perfection and never get anything done). Checking out your Soundcloud, you have a lot of great and different tracks/eps.  Do you have a plan to release a debut album or ep that showcases a lot of different sides of you, or would you rather focus on a genre and release a project like that? Yeah, so my Soundcloud has a few older projects that I quietly released just to get more confident with producing and recording my own tracks. I tend to consider After Hours (my first EP on Spotify/Apple Music) as the start of my discography. I don’t know that I would release a whole album anytime soon though, to be honest. I feel like albums with 15+ songs can really lose an audiences’ attention, especially nowadays with the advent of short-form content. I really do love making cohesive projects though which is why I tend to always drop projects with 5-7ish songs. It’s long enough to tell a story but short enough to listen on a quick 30min drive. Plus, it allows me to make more projects within a shorter period of time. I would still love to release an album one day but right now I’m waiting until the timing is right. As far as genre goes, I really like playing with different styles. I’d say my music is somewhere within pop-rap, but I like mixing elements of specific styles of music (Bossa Nova, R&B, etc.) with my own pop-rap style. A lot of your instrumentals have real acoustic sounding instruments with synthesized elements to it.  Do you have any part of playing those instruments in your songs? If so, how many instruments do you play? Most of my songs start with me finding and flipping an acoustic loop of some sort. From there, I use a lot of synthetic instruments to fill up the rest of the track. I grew up playing piano and drums which ended up being all I needed to learn how to produce instrumentals. I can simply plug in my keyboard, sample a sound and play it out on the keys. One of my earlier tracks, Nada, has a saxophone solo which was created entirely synthetically by me playing a saxophone sample off of my keyboard. With such an impressive discography within a short amount of time, do you have any plans to play live shows? I’d love to play some live shows but part of me wants to wait. One of the things I think is really cool about live shows is the ability to provide cool visuals to a crowd (you see this a lot in EDM shows especially). I’d love to give that dynamic experience to an audience but know that I’m not realistically at that place yet. I want to do things right so as my music grows and I have the resources to create something spectacular, I’ll definitely be playing a lot of live shows. But for now I’m focusing more on creating and providing as much new music as I can. What can we expect to see next from Teeyago? More music! I have a 5-7 track project I am finishing up that I plan on releasing in the near future and some videos I plan to shoot as well. There’s a lot of cool stuff that I can’t wait to share! instagram.com/teeyago_ twitter.com/teeyago #BuzzMusic

Jaqomo is delivering the heat this year with the release of their latest album titled 'Shuffle Play'. “Shuffle Play” begins with the eccentric introduction of “Jinn Charmer”. “Jinn Charmer” is a funky but eclectic song with an enticing dance rhythm that makes you want to pump your fist and enjoy the party. The next song that transitions in is “Placebo Effect”. “Placebo Effect” adds a colorful and more delightful aesthetic to 'Shuffle Play'. It was vibrant as well as invigorating. “Bermuda Triangle” demonstrates Jaqomo’s ability to cultivate a paradise-like vibe that reels you in and leaves you mesmerized. “Bermuda Triangle" has an exotic atmosphere that’s perfect for a vacation and to escape in. The next song on 'Shuffle Play', “Chasing Lust” creates a romantic aesthetic with sensational vibes you can share and experience with somebody else. Jaqomo knows exactly how to attract you into his music and leave you wanting more. “Lucid Dream” instantly began with a different kind of arrangement. The elements in “Lucid Dream” were like a synthetic fusion of electropop and techno. It reminded us of a journey you would embark on during a video game. Just like the title, “Old Soul” went for a more soulful approach with a classic sound of the 70’s synths. “Old Soul” had an upbeat tempo that’s perfect for dancing and becoming lost within the rhythm. “Durango”, was more soft-like in the introduction. Instead, climaxing the dramatics of the song with this twangy hip-hop sound in the elements. “Green Dragon” had a raw boom-bap hip-hop rhythm with a funky dark bass that creates a more haunting aesthetic in the song. “West Coast” automatically began with that old-school low rider bass popular in the California region. “Return To Venus” was an interesting standout addition to the album due to delivering us the freedom to imagine our own setting that compliments this diverse song. Songs like “Depth Perception”, “Jungle Creature”, and “Subliminal Dream” to keep the balance between soft and rapid dynamics. Overall, Jaqomo intrigued us with their processed vocals, driving beats, and experimental synth textures that will blow you away. Listen to 'Shuffle Play' by Jaqomo here. Jaqomo.com #BuzzMusic

Singer/Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jamie Alimorad is moving us with his inspiring hit “Brighter Days”. Independently releasing his first two albums which took him on a nationwide tour across the U.S. More recently winning two awards for his motivating song “Brighter Days” at the 24th annual U.S.A Songwriting Competition. Jamie Alimorad is using his platform as an artist to share messages for the greater good of society and to help one another overcome life’s trials and tribulations. His song “Brighter Days” share lyrical messages of hope, faith, and community. All portrayed in the song’s music video, bringing awareness to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention LA/Central Coast Chapter Out of the Darkness Walk. The music video for “Brighter Days” begins by acknowledging the foundation and bringing awareness to the importance of mental health. The song begins with an upbeat acoustic guitar, incredibly catchy drum patterns, and bright background vocal melodies. While strolling the shore of Santa Monica Pier, he brings forward relatable and touching lyrics of holding on to faith. As the video progresses, Jamie Alimorad is passionately performing at the Suicide Prevention Walk, and capturing moments of those during the event cheerfully walking by and supporting the important cause. With exceptionally motivating lyrics like “When livings hard and to think you’re better off dead, that’s tomorrow calling, there are brighter days ahead”. Jamie Alimorad’s powerful vocals serve an incredibly important message of faith, we encourage you to watch his meaningful music video and continue to spread awareness of mental health. Listen to "Brighter Days" here. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Jamie Alimorad! We’re touched at your song “Brighter Days” and its moving music video. Could you share with us what made you write such a powerful song? Great to be back! I'm glad you're enjoying it. "Brighter Days" came from a conversation I had with a dear friend. We were having dinner one night and had our usual conversation about life, ideas, philosophies. Typically she's not a very open person, but on this night she was very vulnerable, and I was shocked at what she said. I couldn't shake it, and I wrote "Brighter Days" as one friend to another saying I'm here for you. Fast-forward and a friend connect me with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention LA/Central Coast Chapter, and I propose this idea to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. "Brighter Days" is honest. It doesn't beat around the bush and confronts the struggle. The lyric is optimistic and the music is relaxing, gradually building to a celebration because that's what life is a celebration. The music video for your song “Brighter Days” brings a huge sense of community. What was it like performing at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Walk? The music video took many twists and turns, and was much more difficult to get off the ground than I anticipated. I had a plan, and a concept, but scheduling kept pushing it back. I knew from the get-go that we would film in conjunction with the AFSP, but with so many events going on, it was hard to settle on a date. I talked with some folks and asked about doing something at the Out of The Darkness Walk Santa Monica, and they loved the idea! I spent two months getting everything together, and come the day of the Walk, by 5:45 AM we were on Santa Monica Pier setting up the first shot. It was an absolutely incredible experience! I've been blown away, and truly inspired by the people involved with the AFSP, and that day proved to be beyond anything I ever thought of. Until you experience it, it's just words. The meetings prior to the Walk were with a small group of no more than two dozen, but come Walk day, there were over 2,200 people, and everyone came together in a way I've never seen before. It was pure, warm, and absolutely beautiful. The "Brighter Days" music video is but a small taste of what that day was really like, and I encourage everyone to be involved in this year's Walk. “Brighter Days” provides incredible imagery with your relatable lyrics. Could you share what helped your creative process when writing an effective song? I was shopping one day, shortly after Christmas, and on a digital billboard, a message read, "This is tomorrow calling." There was no context. It faded, and I waited for it to come back to see what it was for. It never did! I wrote the phrase down in my notes, and shortly thereafter I came up with the title "Brighter Days". Sometimes I do an exercise of creating interesting song titles and seeing if I can build a story around it. This was one of those occasions. I married the two phrases very quickly, "This is tomorrow calling, there are brighter days ahead." That was it for about three weeks, and then I had the dinner with my friend, and when exploring ways to let my feelings out, I came across my note. The song basically wrote itself. The biggest change was the original lyric was in the third person. When I sent the demo to (producer) Gino Vannelli, he encouraged me to change it to a first-person perspective. It opened up a new direction to where the lyric could go. We’re inspired by the way you use your platform as an artist to serve messages for the greater good. What made you want to create music that serves a bigger, and more important message? I appreciate you saying that. We all have the ability to make a difference. Just saying hello to someone can change their whole day. I often think of something Paul McCartney said. When he reflects on the Beatles catalog, he's so proud of the library consistently giving a message of love, hope, and togetherness. I naturally gravitate towards songs like that, and that messaging. Music gives me a platform to say something. There's enough negativity in the world. Why not contribute a message of love, hope, and togetherness? We all have the power to do good. No good deed is too small, and in an era where self-absorption is at an all-time high, remember that going out of your way to do something for someone else, is how great change begins. instagram.com/jamiealimorad twitter.com/JamieAlimorad facebook.com/jamiealimorad #BuzzMusic

Multi-instrumentalist Martin Strang is here to spread his colorful and eloquent style with his new single, "Out of My Window". Currently residing in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Martin Strang is known for his abilities as a composer and music producer. Already working within the industry for over 20 years, Martin Strang has always had that burning passion for creating music--whether he was playing the keyboards at 9, or recording his very first music at 17, the innate desire to construct and design sound has always been present within Martin. Now, Martin Strang has released his first single, "Back in Time", as well as his latest single, "Out of My Window", which highlights some of the articulate aspects of Martin Strang as a diverse instrumentalist. "Out of My Window" begins with an expressive array of instruments, ranging from the use of the trumpet, drums, trombone, as well as the electric guitar. Martin Strang knows how to craft his songs with a highly groovy rhythm, all stemming from the collective combination of vibrant instruments. As we surpass the halfway point of "Out of My Window", we're introduced to a high-pitched and highly equalized vocal sound. The delicacy that the vocals add to the overall melody of the song is unequivocally observable. Martin Strang showcases his ultimate instrumentalist dexterity within "Out of My Window", and with the techniques of Martin Strang and his various apparatuses, we receive a certain kind of richness and quality with his musicianship. As we wait patiently for more material from Martin Strang, "Out of My Window" and its vivacious nature will keep us occupied. Discover Martin Strang in "Out of My Window" here. Hello, Martin Strang! Welcome. With the release of your single, "Out of My Window", how did you feel that you expressed your artistry with this particular song, compared to your last release, "Back in Time"? Hello, Thank you, happy to be here chatting with you today! My project demands from me being usually the sole performer in every track. I use mostly live instrumentation in the studio and with "Out Of My Window" I had to step into my role as a producer first and do what is best for the song. Sometimes that means not being me in certain roles. I asked my friend Mercedes Marcalle if she would like to track vocals for this song, I was already sure her voice was one of the elements the song needed. After that, I wanted a solid post-production treatment. So I got in touch with Grammy Nominee engineer Beau Vallis (Beyoncé, Pharell etc.) to let him do his magic. It's a beautiful thing when your compositions take a new life by assembling the talents of the right crew. Session drummer Daniel Gallardo also did a fantastic job with this song that is quite demanding in his instrument. So in the end, artistry came in a different form for this song, by being a producer before a performer and a songwriter. With "Back in Time" things were different. My music style is very eclectic and showcases my passion for different genres such as funk, soul, jazz, rock, hip hop, rock, and pop. If you listen to both songs you will hear how different they are one from the other. But, still maintaining the style. The kind of cohesion I have been working on for a long time. In this song, which actually was my debut, I performed on guitars, bass, keyboards and vocals paying tribute to my origins: Alternative and grunge music from the '90s with a twist reflecting the genres I'm more interested nowadays. In the end, artistry takes different roles for one same goal, let others hear the music inside my head. What were you hoping that listeners would extract from the strikingly articulate soundings in "Out of My Window"? Do you go into the creating aspect of a song with an intent in mind of how you want your listeners to feel? To me, each song is a new beginning and a different story. An empty canvas if you get me, and that is exactly the way I compose my music. When I sit in the studio with a new song in mind, preparation comes from ideas gathered by carefully listening to different examples of musicianship from other artists I stumble upon. But my expectations are nonexistent. I just start writing line after line guided by my ears. Then, rinse and repeat. It's an entire process of polishing the song several times over until I'm satisfied with it. What I do, is telling the story of how I perceive the world. My only intent with my listeners is to provide them with the platform for their own interpretation, to accept each song in their own vivid experiences. They will be the ones deciding what my music means to them and how it makes them feel. One way or the other, I hope each note brings joy, relief or any emotion needed in their lives. I make music with love and I just want to share it. Living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, can you walk readers through the day-by-day music scene you experience, and how/if it stimulates the manifestation of your music? Buenos Aires is a vibrant and artistic city, there is a gig going on every single night in several different venues. There is something for every taste. Just for you to have an idea, Buenos Aires is one of the top 5 cities in the world with most active theaters, so only with these two examples in consideration you might understand that there is plenty of room for inspiration. I live in Palermo, a neighborhood well known for its bohemian vibe, and luckily for me, I live next to a Jazz club. That means opening my windows four nights a week to enjoy the show. On top of that, I enjoy street musicians in different corners of the city and especially in the subway. From urban rappers to tango singers. We live in a bubble ruled by algorithms whom ultimately decide (based in our preferences) the content we are exposed to, and complex creations such as a song, get lost into oblivion by scrolling down in one second with the same treatment we give to any given post or ad. And still, many artists are running into this frenzy creating "content" like maniacs to try to have a chance. I like to remember that this is art, it takes time to create, it should take time to digest. When I'm exposed to the local music scene, time becomes relevant again and I'm able to enjoy an entire show before jumping into conclusions. A much-needed break from deciding if I like something or not in the format of a 15 seconds ad. Where do you see your music career taking off to after the release of "Out of My Window"? Are you planning on balancing your time with your own music, as well as your time in your music duo, "Opium"? Life itself means balance. Besides being a musician I'm also a digital marketing professor, an entrepreneur, a husband, a friend. In no particular order. With this in mind, the actual available moments to create music are less than optimal but with discipline and organization, there is time to push all projects in harmony. Might take more time in the end but sometimes, going slow is the best route. My next release will be in a couple of months with a third single, and after that, I will release my debut album "Duality" which is a fantastic project in the making since the end of 2018 with eleven songs each of them with their own personality. No fillers here, all songs are single material! I've been working very hard to provide this experience to my listeners and I'm sure it will have a warm reception by them. Opium is a side project of electronic music with my best friend. It all started ten years ago recording 4 songs that we never published. We are currently working on delivering our first EP hopefully in 2020. I compose and perform all melodies and structures and Santiago is the beat master. Even while we are in different countries, technology allows us to do music together like we used to do. Music must include feelings you know, not only marketing goals. instagram.com/martinstrangmusic #BuzzMusic

Sam Greenspan is a guitar-based artist who creates exciting music that puts the listener in a trance. He has contributed to projects such as Stoner Control, The Moaning Lorries, Risley, and The Greencarts regularly for the past 10 years. Recently Sam Greenspan released the single "Burnside Blues" and it's exactly what you expect it to sound like. "Burnside Blues" has a laid back ballad feel, smooth bass, and twangy guitar riffs and to top it off, Sam's super smooth calming vocals. Sam's songwriting here feel nostalgic as if this is something you heard as a kid and suddenly hear it again - it's a fantastic feeling. Towards the end of "Burnside Blues" out of nowhere comes a truly epic-sounding guitar solo that just sings like it's another singer that finishes the song - it's incredibly moving and dynamic. The guitar tone in this has an almost ethereal quality to it that feels 3D as you listen to it; it has fantastically written little licks that spark interest but never get in the way of Sam's voice. Sam's vocal performance in "Burnside Blues" is incredibly captivating, honest, and dynamic, it calls for your attention with every lyric being sung. We cannot wait to hear what else Sam Greenspan can do. Listen to "Burnside Blues" here. Hey Sam Greenspan! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We are loving your single "Burnside Blues! What was the songwriting and production process for it like? Back in 2012, I was living in a basement on Burnside and 60th and my buddy Mike (drummer) came up with the song title which we both loved. But it wasn’t until 2018 when we were playing with the Moaning Lorries that I thought I had anything good that was personal but also relatable to any aspirational Portlander. So many people escape to Portland to be someone they couldn't be at home. I think this forces people to regularly consider what success means to them as an artist or even an entrepreneur as Portland becomes their new home with different indicators for what is significant. At its best, this culminates in a kind of trust fall where the community is very accepting of everyone, personified in the annual naked bike ride or a regular trip to Sauive Island. The flip side if this individualism means it can be isolating and pretty hard to mobilize people towards anything except maybe the Trailblazers. We recorded it in Todd’s (bass) garage like we did the first Moaning Lorries record, but the band was pretty burnt from playing tons of shows the past two summers and not interested in mixing what we had. I figured it just wouldn’t get finished, but I got so much encouragement from the community here, particularly Robert Ritcher at Local Roots Music NW and David Unlayao at Nashville Songwriter’s Association International that I decided to mix it myself with some help from Paul Paresa (Sweet n Juicy) on piano and Nathan Zuniga at Big Bang Recordings with mastering. Since the Moaning Lorries are just a jammy hang out now, I figured these songs should go under my name because I want to keep playing them along with other stuff I’ve accumulated over the years. Plus playing solo shows is a different kind of challenge that has higher costs but also higher rewards. When you play solo people are more likely to point lyrics and vocals after the show instead of specific gear you are using or guitar solos. So it's super rewarding when people lock-in but if you mess up a lyric it sinks the rest of the song. We had heard that you had mixed "Burnside Blues" yourself, that must feel exciting. Did you encounter any challenges when you did this? What was that process like for you? Well, I mixed through Garageband, so it's kinda like using crayons in a Pixar world. Ryan (lead guitar) had the idea to record all the instruments live like the first Black Keys record, so every track has bleed including vocals and previous guitar solos. This made isolating anything impossible, but also simpler since I couldn’t do as much. We dubbed the vocals and solos, but if you listen close you can hear the original takes in the background since we never did the exact same thing twice. The whole process made mixing the drums especially challenging, but luckily Mike is an ace player so lining everything else up to his drum hits was easy. There is a lovely guitar solo towards the end of the song, was this something that you had improvised during the recording? How did that solo come to life and sing? Well, the fun part about recording this way was we could do as many takes as we wanted once we set up all the mics and not worry about paying for time in a real studio. So the jam at the end is a version of what we’d do live every night, but it's always changing. Precision and replication aren’t really our strengths, but that keeps things exciting and alive. If enough heads turn, Ryan is capable of hamming it up for a while lol. What was it like to be able to contribute to so many other projects at the same time as your own? Do you ever find any challenges while doing this? Most musicians are I know are juggling multiple projects because it gets you out of your comfort zone and you get to meet so many talented people. Plus its rare that a project requires your full attention for an extended period. So if you are waiting for the next thing to fall into place in one project, why not join another band for a few shows or hop on some songwriter bills? I get bored playing the same stuff/same style too so I’m stoked if I can indulge my love of the Faces with the Moaning Lorries, my love of Pavement with Stoner Control and my infatuation with Elliot Smith and Johnathan Richman on my solo stuff. As long as communication is good, the music is good and people are fun to work with, its not too challenging. And any project that stops being fun isn’t worth doing. What can fans expect next from you Sam? COVID-19 willing, I’m planning to play the annual Bob Dylan tribute show next month and some more songwriter nights around town. I just finished a west coast tour playing bass with Stoner Control and our buddies Joypress but we’ll hopefully have more shows in town and a record release show. We’ve been recording with Mo Troper and Brian Harvey at Singing Sands, this awesome studio hiding behind Pips Original Donuts. Charley (lead singer/guitar) is a great songwriter I’ve known for a long time and its been really special for me to be able to contribute to Stoner Control and see him develop as an artist. It’s the most collaborative record I’ve been a part of and I think it features some of the best stuff I’ve written. While we’re mixing and quarantined, we may even record and release a single for fun. Or if I get bored enough, I’ll do it myself. instagram.com/samiamgreenspan #BuzzMusic

Some artists and bands have trouble getting their fans up and moving at concerts or parties, but not this band. Coming from Abilene, Texas is Weston & the Evergreen. Formally performing as a solo artist, Weston lost his musical drive creating by himself but was quickly brought back into the game by his good friends who eventually became his bandmates (Ryker, Duncan, and Hunter). Honing in on their pop/rock sound, the band has now been able to release their new music from their dorm rooms, as well as studios. There latest single, “Kiss Kiss”, absolutely has the aspects of their eccentric sound, however, it has some elements of romance, to let their fans know they are capable of making any mood of music. “Kiss Kiss” begins with a guitar that sounds like it could have been in an 80s R&B love song. A very interesting way to begin a rock-pop song, but in this case, it works out well. Right after that guitar, we are greeted with a soothing xylophone, that transitions into the first verse. In “Kiss Kiss”, the drums keep a very steady pattern, almost like a heartbeat, while the other qualities of the song are presenting delightful melodies. Additionally, I like how in “Kiss Kiss” Weston & the Evergreen used an acoustic drum kit instead of processed drums. I believe it gives the song an authentic “rock” feels. However, I also like how the band isn’t afraid to use synths and electronic instruments as well. As for the vocal performance, I think Weston & the Evergreen present their melodies in a very pleasant way. Their voices aren’t 100% rock but aren’t 100% pop, but they have a perfect balance of the two. Conclusively, I believe “Kiss Kiss” has all the right musical elements for it to be a hit. Listen to "Kiss Kiss" by Weston & the Evergreen here. Hey Weston & the Evergreen! Welcome to BuzzMusic, we are more than happy to be representing you and your latest single “Kiss Kiss”. Congratulations on 27k streams on this song! That is very impressive. When coming up with “Kiss Kiss” (or other songs in general), do you guys split up who is going to create what or does It change a lot? Hey BuzzMusic, we’re having fun with how well ‘Kiss Kiss’ is trending! This song has been a great handshake into our debut album ‘22 Years Young.’ With creating music, we naturally gave ourselves roles: Weston (Vocals/Keys) presents ideas and lyrics to the group, Duncan (Guitar) was quick to add more, Ryker (Drums) fine-tuned/polished songs, and Hunter loved being devil’s advocate to make sure the music we created was not too absurd or fake of who we are as a band. Going to school and trying to manage a music career is always a challenge. Because you guys all go to school, are any of you guys taking the same subject, or help out each other with extra work or assignments? Yeah, we all had one crazy semester with school, jobs, and recording the album in the dorm rooms; we would rarely see each other in class because no one shared the same degree plan. Looking back, attending the same university introduced us to each other, but just being close friends who wanted to make music together tied the knot. Most of us are now finishing our time in college, but it has not separated us one bit! In fact, Weston invited the group to be groomsmen in his future wedding. Being a band in a world where single artist rules the top of the charts must be hard, but you guys must be doing something right with all of your streams and likes on Spotify. What is one way that you guys separate from the rest of the world musically and how has it been working for you guys? We all share humble beginnings through worship ministry. Over time we understood that what we have going for us as a band has been given by God. We get to grow not only musically with each other, but spiritually. Plus, we felt no obligation to make worship music; We wanted to jam out covering our favorite artists! In the end, Weston & the Evergreen are simply four dudes who make music, have too much fun, and also happen to be Christian. I believe this persona is infectious to anyone with any lifestyle, and it’s been working so far! Do you guys have any plans to perform live this year, or have any aspirations to create a new album? Heck yeah! We recently put on our debut album show; it brought a ton of our close friends and fans to come party with us! We would like to perform more live this year and hopefully be asked to open for larger bands in Texas venues. ‘Kiss Kiss’ and the album are too young to stop promoting. We will continue to expose ourselves as a new, upcoming alternative pop/rock band. Tell us, what is next for Weston & the Evergreen? Because of the craziness COVID-19 brings, there’s not much any musician can do. However, we hope to make a music video for ‘Kiss Kiss.’ It’s been in the back of our minds for a while and now we have some free time to film! Who knows, maybe BuzzMusic will be the first to premier it! instagram.com/westonevergreen #BuzzMusic

Instrumental artist Ever Onward is back to showcase his vibrant expressions once more! When we first began listening to the compositions of Ever Onward, the project led by artist Colin Berardini, we felt completely immersed by the vivid imaginations of his soundings. To this day, we feel not at all different! Ever Onward aims to amaze with his post-rock integrations and wants listeners to come face-to-face with their most intrinsic emotions. Delving right into his recent music, Ever Onward released "When All Is Said and Done", which features very tranquil and vivid instrumental expressions. With a focused guitar presence, combined with a combination of piano soundings, "When All Is Said and Done" was able to feel very magical. A consistent element we've noticed about Ever Onward is the fact that as an artist, Ever Onward never fails to arouse our senses. Our hearts flutter, and we eventually become completely invested into our own storyline we slowly make up as the instrumental track flows on in continuation. "When All Is Said and Done" has the perfect level of drama, which appears in the form of a more heightened instrumental performance near the halfway point of the song. Eventually, we're brought back down to the serene components the track has to offer, and Ever Onward slowly dissipates. Once the song came to a complete end, we felt overwhelmed by the power Ever Onward seemed to hold during the duration of "When All Is Said and Done". It was incredibly easy to construct your own story that fits in with the instrumental melody, and you find yourself almost attached to what you have created. All in all, we appreciated the creative freedom that Ever Onward continues to supply with the release of his music, and we hope that future releases from Ever Onward come out soon! Discover Ever Onward's new song "When All Is Said and Done" here. instagram.com/everonwardmusic #BuzzMusic

Lo released his latest single titled “Living”, an outstanding hit song that’s going to place you in a cultivating raw hip-hop dynamic fused with light neo-soul. What’s interesting about “Living” was the cleverly written lyrics that demonstrated Lo’s ability to tell a story through metaphors and descriptive punchlines. Lo excites us with his unique artistry. He stands in his own lane but still has the sound that can translate well with a mainstream audience. Lo’s “Living” gave us a euphoric enticement that allowed us to remain focused and intrigued by each arrangement in the song. Lo remains consistent as an artist. Constantly pushing the envelope and working on music that shocks us with each differentiated element. “Living” is a song that’s guaranteed placement on our personal playlists. Lo knows how to reel you in his music, place you on a lyrical journey, and allow you to explore the song for more in-depth meanings. This is a great skill that we feel every great artist must be possessed with. The ability to move a listener and for Lo, it comes almost natural. Lo has an undeniable bright future in this business and we’re excited to see what’s next to come from this lyrical genius! You can listen to “Living” by Lo here. instagram.com/reallo_to twitter.com/reallo_to #BuzzMusic

Koosh Saxena has been an avid musician for many years, even studying jazz guitar while completing two degrees while he was in college. Koosh has been a part of several bands over his career and was able to travel and perform on tour with his band Little Envy. Today, Koosh Saxena is a solo musician who released his first EP 'Sail With Me' in 2019. “Way Out” is Koosh Saxena’s latest single, in which he shows off his guitar and vocal skills with a blend of indie and rock, with a splash of reggae. Koosh’s jazz influences are prominent in “Way Out” with the addition of brass instrumentation and unique rhythms. This addition grabs your attention and leaves “Way Out” lingering on your mind long after listening. Koosh Saxena’s voice is smooth and powerful, reminiscent of Brendon Urie of Panic! at the Disco. The melody and background of “Way Out” have a darker tone through certain parts of the song, embodying the idea of hopelessness. Koosh Saxena sings about a relationship coming to a close, and the pain of trying to hold on while the other person is letting go. Koosh Saxen sings “I hope our love won’t fade without a rhyme or a reason”, emoting despair while the song is still fast-paced and entertaining. Stay tuned for more from Koosh Saxena. Listen to “Way Out” by Koosh Saxena here. "Way Out” is quite a unique song musically, how do you manage to blend genres so effectively? When I started writing music as a solo artist, I didn't write with the intention of fitting into a specific genre. I matured enough to draw from all my experiences and influences, ranging from reggae to jazz to alternative rock. I wrote most of these tracks without an end goal, simply because I love writing music. How does your new music differ from your work with bands such as “Little Envy”? What elements did you carry over into your current works? The music I'm writing differs from Little Envy quite a bit. I knew I was digging deep lyrically and musically because I went from writing "what I think fans will resonate with" to "what I want to hear". When I made that shift as an artist, I grew a sense of confidence in my work that I didn't have before. Some elements naturally carried over, but for the most part, I wanted to start fresh. What were you studying while in college? How will your degrees help enhance or further your career? I started college with the intention of majoring in jazz guitar, but then my parents found out... After some serious "discussions", I switched over to Electrical Engineering / Computer Science. The tug of war between "do what pays well" versus "do what you love" has always influenced my songwriting. I've always felt a sense of purpose when writing and performing music and an emptiness connecting with people for a business goal. Being a founding team member of a couple of successful tech startups, I'm finally at the point in my career where I feel comfortable walking away and pursuing music full-time for several years. So maybe my parents were right? I'll never admit it. What can fans from you next? What does 2020 hold for Koosh Saxena? Following "Way Out", I'm planning to release another single and a full-length record. There are tours and shows in the works which will likely get postponed or canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Stay safe out there! instagram.com/kooshsaxena facebook.com/kooshsaxenamusic #BuzzMusic