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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.
SHY Martin Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve in "Make Us Never Happen"
November 11, 2019
The budding pop star who has written Kygo, Ellie Goulding, and The Chainsmokers is ready for the spotlight.
![Renao Carves Out a Tender Moment of Comfort on 'Holding My Breath' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/renao-interview-holding-my-breath_1648664970.png)
Renao Carves Out a Tender Moment of Comfort on 'Holding My Breath' [Q&A]
March 30, 2022
"Holding My Breath" is all about finding comfort regardless of being separated from things you love.
The Dare Gets Horny and Unhibited in ‘The Sex EP’
May 19, 2023
The Dare is a party and the comedown of the after-party.
Charlotte Sands Releases Empowering "Use Me" Alongside LP Announcement | THE NOISE
September 14, 2023
Prolific breakout pop/rock star Charlotte Sands sets herself free on her latest single, "use me."
Lollapalooza 2019: 13 Ones to Catch (Who Aren't The Strokes or Ariana Grande)
July 29, 2019
The music fanatics' equivalent to Christmas in August is nearly upon us.
![Bronze Whale Show Off Their Unique Brand of Electronic Music on "Sinking" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Blue Whale - otw_1590701336.jpg)
Bronze Whale Show Off Their Unique Brand of Electronic Music on "Sinking" [Premiere]
May 28, 2020
Bronze Whale have blessed us with a brand new collaboration, "Sinking." It's a song you can absolutely rave to within the confines of your own home.
Nessa Barrett Conjures Up a Whirlwind Romance With "american jesus"
May 2, 2023
"It's about the fantasy of someone who is your savior, your cowboy in a crown."
Gabriela Bee Speaks to Her Younger Self in "LOOK AT YOU NOW"
October 6, 2023
The budding pop artist marks an era of change with this vibrant new single.
![Savannah Britt Shares 10 Tips For Becoming A Great Publicist [INDUSTRY INFILTRATION]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Savannah-britt-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Savannah Britt Shares 10 Tips For Becoming A Great Publicist [INDUSTRY INFILTRATION]
May 2, 2019
With a focus in public relations, marketing, and content creation, Britt's agency has made strategic moves for clients such as DJ Khaled, 2 Chainz, Alessia Cara, and more.
Loote Brings the Party to LA in 14 BTS Photos
June 27, 2019
Loote is on a journey to explore new relationships and develop their signature sound.