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ROLE MODEL's "hello!" Is a Sunlit Romp Through Loneliness
October 15, 2019
Bewitching, quirky, and reminiscent of early Elton John? Role Model's latest single has us hooked.
MorMor Shares an Eye-Opening Perspective on Love in "Won't Let You"
October 14, 2019
MorMor whisks listeners down a melancholic tunnel of love in a track that is nothing short of haunting.
khai dreams' 'Now and Then' Is Idyllic, Intimate Indie Pop at Its Finest
October 11, 2019
khai dreams is nearly impossible to dislike.
![NASAYA and Tim Atlas' "PLASTIC STRAW" Is an Ode to Sea Turtles and Parting Ways [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/nasaya-ones-to-watch_1570553957.jpeg)
NASAYA and Tim Atlas' "PLASTIC STRAW" Is an Ode to Sea Turtles and Parting Ways [PREMIERE]
October 8, 2019
'Cause the world needs more plastic straws of solely the sonic variety.
It "Ain't No Secret" That Hablot Brown's Latest Track Is an Undeniable Vibe
October 7, 2019
Hablot Brown remains one of the most polished neo-soul acts in the scene today.
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The Brothers of CHAMPS Welcome the Fall with 'The Hard Interchange' Album [Q&A]
October 4, 2019
In order to learn more about the birth of CHAMPS, 'The Hard Interchange,' and making music within the family, the OTW team was lucky enough to sit down with the boys from the lovely Isle of Wight.
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"Everything Is Just a Mess" Without The Brook & The Bluff's Soulful Indie Rock [PREMIERE]
October 3, 2019
Their soul-filled indie rock sound is exceptionally neat and mature so it's no surprise that they're finally on our radar.
Brandon's Video For "Fallen (Here)" Will Ensure You Fall For Him
October 2, 2019
In a way, the visual perspective of the video is of someone who is actively falling for someone, whether that be figuratively or literally.
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Brandt Orange Returns With "Good Energy" from Debut Album [Q&A]
October 1, 2019
With its casual electric guitar and a less-is-more production style, Brandt Orange reveals a new sense of maturity and deliberateness with his craft.
Jay Wile Is At His Most Dynamic on New 'Somewhere in Mind' EP
September 30, 2019
With clear talent, storied direction and a seemingly boundless artistic ability, Jay Wile is going to be talked about for a very long time.
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Lowertown Is Growing Up [First Look + Q&A]
July 22, 2021
With "The Gaping Mouth, the duo behind Lowertown strives for a marked sonic maturity without sacrificing the emotional honesty that has come to define them.
Monsune Debuts a Musical Whirlwind of Soulful Indie Jams with 'Tradition' EP
September 23, 2019
"I listened to a lot of Prince, Outkast, Mazzy Star, and J Dilla while making it."
EKKSTACY's 'misery' Is the Soundtrack to Your Nihilist Fantasy
October 6, 2022
This is an album constructed for those who see and feel, at amplified levels.
The Millennial Club's 'She's So Insane' EP Is Dream-Pop Bliss
May 21, 2019
RIYL: The 1975, flor, LANY
ROLE MODEL Opts for a Low-key Relationship in Earnest "minimal"
May 6, 2019
ROLE MODEL continues to be our favorite sad boy.
Johnny Utah Always Kisses His Homies Goodnight | Quick 6
October 31, 2019
Mr. Utah loves E-40 and knows the importance of a memorable New Year's kiss.
Dance With Omar Apollo in the "Ashamed" Music Video And On Tour This Spring
February 27, 2019
Apollo will embark on his The Voyager Tour with support from some OTW favorites: ROLE MODEL, Dreamer Boy, MK Gee & Ambar Lucid.
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Lydia Night Breaks the Popstar Fourth Wall in Solo Debut “Parody of Pleasure” [Q&A]
August 9, 2025
We broke down the album with Lydia, chatting about organically embarking on her solo career, the playfulness of pop music, and how context really is everything.
Ginger Root Goes Back to School in Darling "B4" Visual
November 21, 2019
For all the kids who wanted to be in an "Indie Band" when they grew up.
![KennyHoopla's "Lost Cause//" Visuals Paint Him as an Alt-R&B Purveyor [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kennyhoopla-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
KennyHoopla's "Lost Cause//" Visuals Paint Him as an Alt-R&B Purveyor [PREMIERE]
February 6, 2019
KennyHoopla is building the foundation for one of music's most compelling new acts.