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The Beaches on Opening for girl in red, Winning Over Crowds, and Being Crowned "Lesbian of the Year" [Q&A]
June 4, 2024
We caught up with The Beaches as they took the stage at the iconic Greek Theatre.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Maya Hawke Puts Forth the Most Honest Version of Herself in 'Chaos Angel'
June 4, 2024
'Chaos Angel' is the truest pinnacle of the musician and actor’s artistry.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Carol Ades' "Dreams" Captures the Rush and Anxiety of Your First and Every Crush
June 4, 2024
“This song was one of the first things that pushed me forward and made me feel excited about loving girls in this way.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
The Marías' Sink Into the Blue Alluring Depths of 'Submarine'
June 3, 2024
'Submarine' is more dizzying and electrifying than we could have ever prepared for.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Joe P Releases Long-Awaited "Birthday Baby (The Girl with No Smile)," Announces Debut Album
June 3, 2024
"Birthday Baby" is heavy and light all at once.
Author:
Abby Kenna
9 Asian Artists to Watch This APAHM Month and Every Month
May 31, 2024
In honor of APAHM coming to a close, we brought together a list of some of our favorite Asian artists.
Author:
Riley Noland
Philine Sonny and Miya Folick's “Shame” Is Dynamic and Vulnerable Feminine Rage
May 31, 2024
"Shame" is raw and unforgiving, an impassioned emotional upheaval buoyed by nontraditional and intense production.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Tiny Habits' 'All For Something' Is an Antidote to Life's Chaos
May 30, 2024
'All For Something' chronicles the band's fondest memories, hardest challenges, and impressive growth.
Author:
Joe Beer
Don Toliver, Cash Cobain, and Charlie Wilson End Song of the Summer Debate With “Attitude”
May 30, 2024
You can stop searching for you song of the summer.
Author:
Carter Fife
WATCH: Thrice's Dustin Kensrue Explores New Country Western Solo Album 'Desert Dreaming' [Exclusive] | THE NOISE
May 30, 2024
Performing country western-inspired tracks "Western Skies" & "The Heart of Sedona," the Thrice singer/guitarist demonstrates his deep-rooted love for the great American Southwest.
Author:
Jimmy Smith
Brahny Portrays "Paradise" with Wavy Synths & Intense Beijing Opera [PREMIERE]
August 21, 2019
"'Paradise' is an attempt to show (in an overly dramatic way) that regardless of how perfect an initial love or infatuation is, there will likely be stuff you've gotta deal with and work on."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Will the Gossip Girl Reboot Soundtrack Live Up to the Original's Absolutely Wild One?
July 7, 2021
These are the sort of questions that keep me up at night.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Samia Flaunts a Marked Evolution on 'Scout' [Q&A]
July 23, 2021
For Scout, Samia used a time of uncertainty to search out positivity in unlikely places.
Author:
Brooke Tuozzo
Lexi Jayde Comes Back to Herself in "self sabotage"
May 2, 2022
"self sabotage" is an anthemic reminder that healing is not a linear process.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Bakar Finds His Freedom in 'Halo'
September 28, 2023
Bakar plants his feet firmly with 'Halo,' a soul-bearing album that marries British rock with pop indie in an exclamatory font.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Issue 09: Summer Forever
July 24, 2025
Our latest issue features cover star Brittany Broski, UMI, and Ashley Sienna.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Outside Lands 2019: 10 Ones to Catch (Who Aren't Twenty One Pilots or Paul Simon)
August 7, 2019
This year's Outside Lands features plenty more to experience than "Grass Lands."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
LAUNDRY DAY Shines Bright in 'LIGHT UP SHOES 2'
December 2, 2019
Inspired by BROCKHAMPTON, the high school collective is bending the rules of hip-hop and anti-pop.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Civ Pierre Returns with Lyrically Intricate Tracks "BILLIE" and "THE LAW"
January 29, 2021
Anonymous artist, Civ Pierre, has an unorthodox approach that makes his music undeniably captivating.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Hope Tala's "Party Sickness" Is a Meme-Inspired Spring Anthem
February 3, 2022
"I wanted it to be an anthem for people who consider themselves to be the life and soul of the party."
Author:
Holly Alvarado