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![FRENSHIP and Yoke Lore Reclaim Their Originality with "Wanted A Name"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/frenship-ones-to-watch.jpg)
FRENSHIP and Yoke Lore Reclaim Their Originality with "Wanted A Name"
January 16, 2019
"With this song we didn't try to think about genres or influences - we just let it happen."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![6 Ones To Know If You're a Fan of Hozier](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/hozier-ones-to-watch-thumbnail.jpeg)
6 Ones To Know If You're a Fan of Hozier
January 15, 2019
Hozier redefined what it meant to pray with his breakout single "Take Me To Church." With new music on the way, we honor the Irish songwriter with 6 artists following his footsteps.
Author:
Kathryn O'Leary
![SWMRS Delivers a Bout of VHS-Era Punk Nostalgia With "Trashbag Baby" Video](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/swmrs-ones-to-watch-2.png)
SWMRS Delivers a Bout of VHS-Era Punk Nostalgia With "Trashbag Baby" Video
January 15, 2019
SWMRS delivers just what punk rock needs right now.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![The Dirty Nil - "Evil Side" | Northside Sessions](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/the-dirty-nil-ones-to-watch.gif)
The Dirty Nil - "Evil Side" | Northside Sessions
January 15, 2019
Emerging from Hamilton, Ontario, The Dirty Nil cut their teeth playing the dirtiest of dive bars before they found themselves opening for some of their own idols.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/guardin-ones-to-watch-16.jpeg)
Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]
January 15, 2019
At the intersection of alternative, lo fi, emo, and hip-hop, stands guardin.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jay-wile-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]
January 15, 2019
Every note and sung word of Jay Wile's feels prophesized.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
![Ones To Watch Presents: lovelytheband - 'the finding it hard to smile' tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lovelytheband-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Ones To Watch Presents: lovelytheband - 'the finding it hard to smile' tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]
January 15, 2019
Tickets will be available Friday, Jan. 18, at 10:00 AM local time!
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Toronto's Verzache Shows Unwavering Promise in Anti-Genre 'Thought Pool' [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/verzache-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Toronto's Verzache Shows Unwavering Promise in Anti-Genre 'Thought Pool' [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
'Thought Pool' is the formative chapter of Verzache's ascension into his potential; check out the entire project here.
Author:
Alexis Papadopoulos
![Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/alex-cameron-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
As one fan on Bandcamp puts it, his music can be chalked up to "Bogan pop from an alternate 1980s."
Author:
Asal Shahindoust
![MIKNNA Provides an 'Escape' From the Mundane in Conceptual Debut Album](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/miknna-ones-to-watch-3.jpeg)
MIKNNA Provides an 'Escape' From the Mundane in Conceptual Debut Album
January 14, 2019
"Wherever your desired destination may be in life, we hope that each piece enlightens the way."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![King Princess' "Cheap Queen" Has the Makings of 2019′s Pride Month Anthem](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/King-Princess-Ones-to-Watch-2_1559328057.png)
King Princess' "Cheap Queen" Has the Makings of 2019′s Pride Month Anthem
May 31, 2019
This is simply the beginning of King Princess' impact.
Author:
Jess Myers
![Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/noe-ones-to-watch_1559853161.jpg)
Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]
June 6, 2019
Born and raised in France, Los Angeles-based Noé is the sweet girl next door who also happens to have a lot to say.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![AURORA, Alexander23, Cavetown & More [#NowWatching Playlist]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Now-Watching-Aurora-Ones-To-Watch-2_1559947370.jpg)
AURORA, Alexander23, Cavetown & More [#NowWatching Playlist]
June 7, 2019
Follow along for 25 of the best new tunes added every Friday.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
![Electro-Pop Trio SHAED Holds Us Captive & Captivated in Eerie "Thunder" Video [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/shaed-ones-to-watch_1569000716.jpg)
Electro-Pop Trio SHAED Holds Us Captive & Captivated in Eerie "Thunder" Video [Q&A]
September 18, 2019
In 2016, the three joined forces, as musicians, to begin SHAED's thrilling journey that led to selling out massive shows and reaching the top of the charts.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Dayglow, Charlotte Lawrence, Lauren Sanderson & More | #NowWatching Playlist](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Now-Watching-Playlist-Dayglow-Ones-To-Watch-2_1569622740.png)
Dayglow, Charlotte Lawrence, Lauren Sanderson & More | #NowWatching Playlist
September 27, 2019
Following Dayglow's "Nicknames" is a moody number by our pop princess Charlotte Lawrence, a softer side of Lauren Sanderson, and much more.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
![Chela's "Delivery" Video Is a Cosmic '80s Dream](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/chela-ones-to-watch_1575474444.jpg)
Chela's "Delivery" Video Is a Cosmic '80s Dream
December 4, 2019
Chela is finishing the year in a big way.
Author:
Precious Kato
![Lucca Dohr Creates a World of His Own With 'Norwich' Videos](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/L.Dohr.Norwich-itw_1603736814.jpg)
Lucca Dohr Creates a World of His Own With 'Norwich' Videos
October 26, 2020
After the major success of Luca Dohr's first singles back in 2019, he's back with his first release of 2020.
Author:
Joey Legittino
!['up bad' Is a New Direction for Experimental Artist David Shawty](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/david shawty_1611686890.jpg)
'up bad' Is a New Direction for Experimental Artist David Shawty
January 26, 2021
David Shawty furthers his musical experimentation on the more melodic EP titled 'up bad.'
Author:
Tyler Borland
![Haiva Ru's "Oh, But Lover" Is a Poetic Letter About Loss [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ALLIEFINALS-38_1616773780.jpg)
Haiva Ru's "Oh, But Lover" Is a Poetic Letter About Loss [Premiere]
March 26, 2021
Newcomer Haiva Ru has directed a beautiful homage to her halcyon coping tools: her best friends, a shared house she loved, and the backdrop of her town in the video for "Oh, But Lover"
Author:
DJ Connor
![Chinatown Slalom Isn't Afraid of Selling Out on 'Meet the Parents' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/chinatown-slalom-meet-the-parents_1625257116.jpg)
Chinatown Slalom Isn't Afraid of Selling Out on 'Meet the Parents' [Q&A]
July 2, 2021
Chinatown Slalom on playing the music industry game, Jack Black, and of course, their latest EP.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon