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The Top 101: Celebrating Black Excellence
February 23, 2026
Celebrate Black History Month with a few of the voices that shaped OnesToWatch.
![Bella Litsa’s “Drasticism” Is Mysterious, Inevitable and Undoubtedly Your Next Obsession [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/4_i8_a1538@sandrajamphoto-1771529337.jpg)
Bella Litsa’s “Drasticism” Is Mysterious, Inevitable and Undoubtedly Your Next Obsession [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
I sat down with Bella on a lovely December day to unravel the secrets of "Drasticism" over coffee, understanding the passionate journey that went into creating this incredible debut record.
![Novulent’s VOL. 3 Is A Feature Film with A Carefully Crafted Script [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/unnamed-1771627089.jpg)
Novulent’s VOL. 3 Is A Feature Film with A Carefully Crafted Script [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Novulent captures the essence of intense attachment, heartbreak, and ultimately finding and bettering oneself in the wake of a prolific relationship.
![Inside Ally Evenson’s “SPEED KILLS” Short Film Debut at Brain Dead Studios [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/save_vid._net_637196595_18565097563019473_4760615889967315430_n-1771618679.jpg)
Inside Ally Evenson’s “SPEED KILLS” Short Film Debut at Brain Dead Studios [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Minutes before her moment, we chatted with Ally about the genesis of the film, its inspirations, and of course, her Letterboxd Top 4.
Sports Hits a Career-Defining Home Run with their First Fully Self-Produced Album
February 20, 2026
Written, recorded, and entirely self-produced in a home studio they built themselves in Tulsa, the self-titled record Sports marks a creative reset for the duo, returning back to the spark that first defined them as artists.
Welcome to Paracosm: Absolutely’s Universe of Limitless Childlike Wonder
February 20, 2026
Absolutely, a member of Ones To Watch’s class of 2026, has released her second album Paracosm, a meticulously crafted universe of whimsy that blends pop, electronica, jazz, and R&B.
![Punk Meets Alt-Pop Meets Metal Guitar Riffs in Noshows' Double Single [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/photo_feb122026,94758_a_m(1)-1771611701.png)
Punk Meets Alt-Pop Meets Metal Guitar Riffs in Noshows' Double Single [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Including tracks "FOMO" and "Last Resort," the band explores anxiety, addiction, growth, and everything in between.
![You'll Want to Listen to Rising Atlanta R&B Star Naini At Least Twice [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/screenshot2026-02-19_at6.59.21_p_m-1771556462.png)
You'll Want to Listen to Rising Atlanta R&B Star Naini At Least Twice [Q&A]
February 19, 2026
Curious to dig into her sound more, Naini was kind enough to give us a chance to peel back the curtain on her process, influences, pronging & more.
Genre Bending Gomeroi Artist Rox Lavi pushes boundaries to find his sound.
February 18, 2026
Raised on mum’s singing, Rox Lab has become an artist who moves between rap and indie rock with ease, carrying his story in every line.
Getting the Car Started: How Marfa Is Driving Toward Stardom
February 18, 2026
Indie rock/Americana duo Marfa, made up of Bryce Menchaca and Kellen Wall, is steadily building both a catalog and a nationwide fan base since their 2025 debut.
Beabadoobee Unleashes Her Inner Grunge Roots on "I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus"
September 20, 2019
Bea has quickly taken over the indie world and is set to open for Clairo on her North American Immunity tour.
half•alive Make Us Their Legendary "Secret" Pasta | Bone Apple Tea
February 2, 2023
Can the boys whip up their legendary pasta or will this be a case of too many cooks in the kitchen?
Sarah Kinsley Pens a Bittersweet Goodbye in “Last Time We Never Meet Again,” Announces Debut Album 'Escaper'
June 24, 2024
“Last Time We Never Meet Again” beautifully balances soaring, heartfelt songwriting and wistful, longing sentiments.
![Up & Coming Indie-Rocker Tommy Newport Takes Us To Wichita, Kansas [GO HOME WITH]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/tommy-newport-ones-to-watch-5.jpg)
Up & Coming Indie-Rocker Tommy Newport Takes Us To Wichita, Kansas [GO HOME WITH]
February 21, 2019
What could be more revealing of an artist's influence than the place they grew up?
Moby Rich Delivers an Anthem for Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Like a "Loser"
October 11, 2019
"No one is remembered for just blending in. Be unapologetically you, forget what's 'cool.'"
quami.xyz Reflects on His Past, Present, and Future Self in "evolve"
May 16, 2022
"evolve" sees quami.xyz accepting himself, flaws, beauty, and all.
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Revamped: Hear Demi Lovato’s New Rock Infused Album Featuring The Maine, The Used and More | THE NOISE
September 18, 2023
While Lovato’s look and sound has evolved throughout her career, one thing remains the same: underneath it all, she is still an emo kid at heart.
Conan Gray Explores the Horrors of Love in “Killing Me”
October 31, 2023
"‘Killing Me’ is for when you’re on your last limb begging this person to just please stop torturing your heart.”
![WATCH: The Barbarians Of California Erupt For New 'Something Loud' Session [EXCLUSIVE] | THE NOISE](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/boc-1729188664.jpg)
WATCH: The Barbarians Of California Erupt For New 'Something Loud' Session [EXCLUSIVE] | THE NOISE
October 17, 2024
It’s time to buckle up for a sonic exploration courtesy of the new noisemakers The Barbarians of California featuring Awolnation’s Aaron Bruno at the helm.
The Greeting Committee - "Don't Go" | All Eyes On
January 14, 2019
Say hello to your next indie pop obsession, The Greeting Committee.