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Brenn! Tells a Stirring Story Wrapped in Regret in "Franklin House"
February 24, 2025
Rising folk-pop star Brenn! knows how to pour his heart out.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau

Memory and Fate Intertwine in David Kushner’s '20 Years From Now'
February 20, 2025
'20 Years From Now' is a sea of beautiful sorrow.
Author:
René Cobar

Rex Orange County and Daniel Caesar Aim For the Heart in Double Single Release
February 18, 2025
The duo delivers two beautiful, emotionally-charged singles.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Clara Le Bouar Pens an Ode to Platonic Love in "Silver"
February 17, 2025
"'Silver' is more than just a song - it's a love letter to my best friend, written during one of the hardest times in her life."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Hazlett's "doing my best" Is a Simple Yet Powerful Affirmation
February 14, 2025
"That’s what I’ve been doing. Navigating. Wondering. Searching. Trying to see what’s next for all of this.”
Author:
Rebeccah Blau

Dora Jar Surrenders Herself to Love in "Lucky"
February 12, 2025
“Lucky” is quintessential Dora Jar. It's a hazy, late-night, reflective love song.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau

Emo-Folk Duo hey, nothing Pulls You Into the Undercurrent of "33°"
February 4, 2025
"'33°' is the tragic tale of a young boy who, emotionally plagued by modern society, embarks on a reckless journey to the center of a rapidly melting lake."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Sam Fender Carves Out a Small Moment of Intimacy in "Arm's Length"
February 3, 2025
“Arm’s Length” feels like a celebration of the personal space we all need in relationships, wrapped in an accessible, feel-good indie package.
Author:
Lucy Ward

Sawyer Hill Delivers an Impassioned Plea in “Need Me Now,” Announces Debut EP
January 29, 2025
A voice in motion naturally carries grit, such is the case with Sawyer Hill.
Author:
René Cobar

Sienna Spiro Muses on the What Ifs in "BUTTERFLY EFFECT"
January 27, 2025
The stirring ballad arrives alongside the announcement of Spiro's debut EP,
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
![JP Saxe Chats Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Joy at the Edge of Heartbreak [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/JP Saxe - otw_1600725668.jpg)
JP Saxe Chats Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Joy at the Edge of Heartbreak [Q&A]
September 21, 2020
We again had the profound opportunity to interview the sagacious creative on everything from his personal experience in pushing past demons of self doubt to advice on moving on from love lost.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
![For Griff, Vulnerability Is the Only Way to Cut Through the Noise [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/griff-interview_1646768616.png)
For Griff, Vulnerability Is the Only Way to Cut Through the Noise [Q&A]
March 8, 2022
"I'm constantly overthinking. I never feel like anything is ready, and I never feel like anything is good enough."
Author:
Kelly Park

This Is No April Fool's. Alexander 23 Has Finally Released "Crash"
April 1, 2022
After teasing the single for what felt like an eternity, Alexander 23 has finally given us what we all wanted.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Nemahsis Confidently Shares the Spotlight in "you wore it better"
June 25, 2024
"I believe the 'main character' experience is only possible if one settles for mediocrity, at least once. 'You wore it better' is me living by this truth."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Maisie Peters Channels an Arena-Sized Sound in "Cate's Brother"
May 6, 2022
Peters is maturing from your favorite artist next door (or across the pond) into a stadium-ready tour de force.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

OSTON Takes Us Through the Stirring 'Melancholia,' Track By Track
September 21, 2022
With each new project, OSTON charts a dizzying path forward, growing up and into herself.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Elyse Jewel Traces the Fallout of a Toxic Relationship in "TBH IDK"
May 9, 2022
"My songwriting process feels like a therapy session a lot of times."
Author:
Chloe Liz
![Carly Rose's Sultry Vocals Shine Right Through in "birds & bees" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/carly-rose-ones-to-watch_1560897073.jpeg)
Carly Rose's Sultry Vocals Shine Right Through in "birds & bees" [PREMIERE]
June 18, 2019
Her guitar-driven pop is refreshingly bubbly and captivating, so we suggest that you add Carly Rose to your playlists before her career really skyrockets.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Mini Trees' "Want Me To Stay" Is an Ethereal Portrait of Unrequited Love
May 7, 2020
Mini Trees' bittersweet wish is all too relatable.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
![lewloh Opens Up on the Striking 'michigan/missinghim' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lewloh-michiganmissinghim_1630078931.jpg)
lewloh Opens Up on the Striking 'michigan/missinghim' [Q&A]
August 27, 2021
lewloh's <i>michigan/missinghim</i> is a 13-track tour de force rife with emotion and sonic exploration.
Author:
DJ Connor