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Whethan and grandson's "All In My Head" Is Perfectly Contained Chaos
February 10, 2020
The unexpected pairing delivers an adrenaline-pumping track that moves at a mile a minute.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Audrey Mika's '5 A.M.' Is the Perfect Addition to Your Lovelorn Valentine's Playlist
February 10, 2020
<i>5 A.M.</i> arrives as the opening chapter of an inevitable pop-R&B superstar.
Author:
Emily Bird
LÉON Finds Love Again "In a Stranger's Arms"
February 10, 2020
"In a Stranger's Arms" is a sentiment wrapped up in feelings of heartbreak, renewal, and finding the courage to start all over again.
Author:
Emily Smith
Bearcubs' "Overthinking" Will Definitely Have You in Your Head
February 10, 2020
Bearcubs combines versatile production, nostalgic lyricism, and beautifully melodramatic sensibilities.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Audrey Mika, Joji, slchld, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
February 8, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Raveena's Mesmerizing 'Moonstone' EP Is the Sonification of Nightfall
February 7, 2020
There is something inherently mystic about Raveena's lulling R&B meditations.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Jeremy Zucker's "always, i'll care" Is a Heavenly Ode to Platonic Love
February 7, 2020
"It's a song for my friends, whom I love deeply, and a promise to do better."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
flor Gives Fan-Favorite Songs (and a Coldplay Cover) New Life in 'reimagined' [Q&A]
February 7, 2020
flor has an impeccable gift for exploring a range of emotional depth and sonic space.
Author:
Paige MacDonald
'Birds of Prey: The Album' Dismantles Sexist Myths One Female Lead at a Time
February 7, 2020
A much-needed step-up from Jared Leto's cringe-inducing Joker.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
OTR Announces Debut Album + Captures a Moment of Serene Bliss in "Midnight Sun" [Premiere]
February 7, 2020
The single will score the opening of <i>TO ALL THE BOYS 2: P.S. I Still Love You</i>.
Author:
Emily 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