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Issue 01: School's Out!
September 7, 2022
Our very first zine, featuring Lexi Jayde, ericdoa, Thomas Headon, Riovaz, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
merci, mercy Dances Through the Heartbreak in "Into You"
September 7, 2022
“Into You” playfully balances melancholy lyrics with contagiously danceable melodies.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
Sally Boy and Kyle Lux Explore the Inherent Irony of a "true american" [Premiere]
September 7, 2022
"‘true american’ is about having maximum fun while also living in a groundhog’s day of your own ignorance and financial turmoil."
Author:
DJ Connor
Arden Jones Evokes an Endless Summer With 'age tape 8'
September 6, 2022
'age tap 8' makes it feel like summer is just beginning.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Matt Hansen Breaks His Heart
September 6, 2022
"break my heart" is a short and sweet showcasing of Hansen's undeniable promise.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
INJI's "MADELINE" Is For the Gals and Chaotic Nights Out
September 6, 2022
“MADELINE” is NYC club culture synthesized.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Maude Latour Searches for Beauty in Loss in "Cyclone"
September 6, 2022
"Cyclone” is a happy-sad bop that feels like the perfect soundtrack to end the summer on.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Cherie Amour Are “Letting Go” With Stellar New Single [Premiere] | The Noise
September 6, 2022
"Letting Go" is an exhilarating amalgamation of disparate influences.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jenna Raine's Latest Pop Anthem Is Aimed at Your Ex Who “Fumbled the Bag”
September 2, 2022
"It's meant to help them realize that their ex is the one who messed up, not them."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
"READY OR NOT," Stevedreez Returns With an Insatiable New Single
September 2, 2022
"READY OR NOT" is an intergalactic ride through rhythm and pleasure.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Patricia Lalor Is the Perfect Addition to Your Quarantine Soundtrack
October 21, 2020
In covering everyone from The Maràas to Radiohead, the 15-year-old Irish artist perfectly captures the powerful feeling of self-discovery.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
grandson Battles His Inner Demons Amidst a World at War in 'Death Of An Optimist'
December 4, 2020
2020 serves as the perfect backdrop for grandson's long-awaited, political-fueled debut album.
Author:
Ruby Scott
sky Explores the Intricacies of Grief in Debut EP 'good grief'
April 15, 2021
With <i>good grief</i>, sky transforms the grieving process into a standout debut project rife with self-realization.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
aldn and Riovaz Link For the Genre-Eschewing Earworm "say what you mean"
September 1, 2022
aldn simply shows no signs of slowing down.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Meet Boys World, the Infectious Girl Group Ready to Take the World By Storm
March 8, 2023
Boys World advocates for the girls that love themselves, hate their exes, and rock low-rise jeans like it’s their religion.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Chloe Lilac Claps Back at Sexual Objectification in "Here's Your Song"
January 21, 2020
Lilac's first single of 2020 is triumphant.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
AUDREY NUNA Flexes Her Dynamic Range in "Long Night"
March 23, 2020
"Long Night" finds AUDREY NUNA in her element.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
spill tab and JAWNY's Magnetic Chemistry Proves Unmatched on "Grade A"
September 29, 2021
spill tab and JAWNY deliver on one of the most intoxicating singles of the year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
sundial Stops and Smells the Roses in "scenic route"
December 4, 2023
“scenic route” is a song about always trying your best and being okay with not always being the best.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Sparks and Emotions Fly in Gigi Perez's "Chemistry"
March 4, 2025
Perez is no stranger to yearning.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau