XYZ with Erik Zachary's video: BTFR: Katy Tiz Explains Pandemic Songwriting Tekashi 6ix9nine Watermelon Sugar MV Ariana Gaga

Welcome to Beyond The Front Row! A live series connecting fans with Artists, insiders, and the music industry itself. Watch the show LIVE every Wednesday (8p CT) on Twitch https:www.Twitch.TV/ErikZachary In this episode, we start off by hearing the latest in music industry headlines with LAonAir, Raquel Goldy, and JRDN. It's been 3 days since the release of the music video for Harry Styles’ iconic song “Watermelon Sugar” but the music world is still buzzing with excitement. From the release, to the incredible aesthetic and diversity, LAonAir breaks it all down. Then, Erik and JRDN discuss the controversy with Billboard, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Ariana Grande, and Justin Bieber. Jordan gives us all the facts to better understand how music charts and streams work and addresses Billboard's response in an era of increasing music business literacy and transparency on social media. Knowledge is power! Raquel Goldy then joins to explain the incredible new collaboration between Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande, “Rain on Me” which drops May 22nd. She breaks down promo photos, Lady Gaga’s new sound, and how the song could feature hints of Gaga and Ariana in a new way. Today’s special guest is Katy Tiz — an incredible singer, songwriting genius, and performer coming to you all the way from London, England. Katy talks about how the songwriting process has changed since quarantine and losing the personal connection of recording songs in a studio. She describes what it’s like to record hits from home, and work in the music industry alongside family members. Katy and Erik also speak about the headlines, commitment from fans, and of course, Watermelon Sugar. Description contributor: Katie Lynch (@outerrspacecth) 00:02:29 LAonAir joins the show to review (fanboy over) the Harry Styles' 'Watermelon Sugar' MV 00:08:54 JRDN breaks down the facts behind the Tekashi 6ix9ine V Billboard controversy 00:13:20 Erik & JRDN discuss the importance of transparency in music metrics 00:16:48 Raquel Goldy explains everything we know Grande/Gaga's upcoming 'Rain On Me' 00:22:38 Katy Tiz explains how music production has changed as a result of the pandemic 00:28:45 The importance of quality audio and how hard it is to achieve that from home 00:34:31 Katy's method to “test” a song before the release 00:35:50 Katy Tiz reacts to the headlines of the week 00:37:40 Katy gives thoughts on how music/charting is measured REVIEWS: It was a royal return for the highly anticipated relaunch of the show that spills all things behind the scenes. Beyond The Front Row came back better than ever with host, Erik Zachary, and pop-cultured correspondents, JRDN, Racquel Goldy, and LA on Air. The headlines are hot this week, and starting off the discussion, Eric welcomed radio personality LA on Air to break down the most talked about music video of 2020, Harry Styles’ Watermelon Sugar. What followed was talk of orange juice, a croissant, and a 70s vibe. Harry stans will understand. Later, Erik got the lowdown from radio host JRDN over the controversy surrounding Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, and Tekashi 6ix9ine’s placement on the Hot 100 chart, and he dished with EDM radio host Raquel Goldy about the new single joining pop icons Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga for the first time. Rounding out this headline-packed episode was special guest, singer/songwriter, Katy Tiz to give viewers an idea of how the pandemic has affected her professionally. Nothing a pillow fort and a towel can’t fix. While chatting with Erik, Katy also gives her take on the week’s hottest headlines. It’s a fun-filled 45 minutes. - Alison Brooks (@drummereyesafi) Erik brings Beyond The Front Row back and it is better than ever. With so much happening in the music industry the past week there is so much to unpack and it starts off with an adorable breakdown of Harry Styles’ new music video for ‘Watermelon Sugar’. LAonAir captures the emotions of just about every single Harrie & nobody is blaming his excitement or how many times he may have watched it. Then JRDN from 103.5 KISSFM joins the show to cover the controversy with the “rapper that just got out of jail with very colorful hair” as Erik describes Tekashi 6ix9ine. JRDN gives everything you need to know about the Billboard vs. 6ix9ine Scandal. Naturally, Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga’s new announcement HAD to be covered and Racquel Goldy joins to give all the deets to do with the new song coming Friday ‘Rain on Me’. Goldy shares the same excitement that everyone possesses for this new track coming soon. And finally, the Special Guest Katy Tiz graces the show with her presence as she talks about music production during the pandemic, shares some funny experiences, and gives her own opinion on all the headlines covered before as her and Erik have a conversation they say they would have no matter if the cameras were on or off. - Shelby Lynn (@calmaficlm)