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![Ralph Castelli Breaks Down 'Long Distance' Relationships with Wholesome Indie-Pop Ballads [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ralph-castelli-ones-to-watch_1565221002.jpg)
Ralph Castelli Breaks Down 'Long Distance' Relationships with Wholesome Indie-Pop Ballads [Q&A]
August 7, 2019
At just 22 years old, the Alaska native has honed his quirky reputation and crafts infectious indie-pop fused with hip-hop, folk, and electronica.
![Lxandra Creates A Royal Rainbow Wonderland in New "Swimming Pools" Visual [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lxandra-ones-to-watch-crop_1565214969.png)
Lxandra Creates A Royal Rainbow Wonderland in New "Swimming Pools" Visual [Q&A]
August 7, 2019
Lxandra is reaching for the stars, and already has the moon in her grasp.
MIKNNA'S "MIRAGE" Is A Shimmering Lucid Daydream
August 7, 2019
Funky-fresh electro-R&B duo Ken Nana and Mike B. have dropped another summer bop for your poolside playlist.
![Kid Bloom's Psychedelic Indie Discography Reaches a Whole New Level with 'Lemonhead' EP [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kid-bloom-interview_1586293555.jpg)
Kid Bloom's Psychedelic Indie Discography Reaches a Whole New Level with 'Lemonhead' EP [Q&A]
August 7, 2019
"'Lemonhead' was inspired by a self-reflection period in my life where I completely drained myself of love and let my morals stray a bit too far from me."
Peach Tree Rascals Is Cruising Through the "Summa" with the Sunniest Flow
August 7, 2019
Influenced by Kendrick Lamar and John Mayer, the Bay Area collective fuses alternative jazz, funk and hip hop into their self-released discography.
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."
![Kota the Friend - "Alkaline" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/AEO_Kota01_1565131244.jpg)
Kota the Friend - "Alkaline" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
August 6, 2019
Jumping into a rendition of FOTO's standout single "Alkaline," Kota the Friend showed us firsthand that the hype surrounding the Brooklyn artist and poet is very much real.
Baby Rose Soothes Lost Souls with Birthday Track, "August 5″
August 6, 2019
With a voice like that of Nina Simone and Tracy Chapman's lovechild, Baby Rose's new single will without a doubt put you right in your feelings.
KIANA Articulates Love's Darkest Qualities on "Playing with Fire"
August 6, 2019
With unrelenting transparency and powerfully haunting talent, KIANA manages to write some of the best sad songs you've ever heard.
![AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aylo-ones-to-watch_1565116278.jpg)
AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]
August 6, 2019
In celebration of his new music, we recently chatted with AYLà˜ about his musical upbringing, his continual growth, and of course, 'dnt'dlt.'
Jordan Ward Is the Gift That Keeps Giving With 'moreward(FORWARD)'
August 28, 2023
'moreward(FORWARD)' serves as an extension to an already cohesive project that interweaves a myriad of genres and soul-bearing storytelling.
![Benji Lewis Begins To Recover From Heartbreak in "Is It Love" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/benji-lewis-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
Benji Lewis Begins To Recover From Heartbreak in "Is It Love" [PREMIERE]
February 20, 2019
A moving electro-pop ballad that revolves around themes of letting go, moving on and trying to recover from heartbreak.
Peach Tree Rascals Is Cruising Through the "Summa" with the Sunniest Flow
August 7, 2019
Influenced by Kendrick Lamar and John Mayer, the Bay Area collective fuses alternative jazz, funk and hip hop into their self-released discography.
![Jake Wesley Rogers - "Little Queen" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jake-wesley-rogers-live-ones-to-watch_1569964458.jpg)
Jake Wesley Rogers - "Little Queen" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
October 1, 2019
Blending soulful vocal melodies, dynamic musical arrangements, and striking lyricism, Rogers' meditations evoke the likes of Sam Smith, Elton John, and James Blake.
April and "The Impossible Task of Feeling Complete"
February 24, 2020
April's debut single is a sonic hug brimming with warmth in spite of its somber soundscape.
ROLE MODEL Answers Questions While Painting a Pretty Picture | Lollapalooza 2022
August 11, 2022
We were lucky enough to sit down with ROLE MODEL at this year’s Lollapalooza for a one-on-one art lesson.
KIRBY's "Don't Leave Your Girl" Is a Timeless Neo-Soul Ode
October 18, 2019
The BeyonceÌ, Kanye West, and Ariana Grande writer is stepping into the spotlight.
![Shan's "Palomino" Is an R&B Time Machine [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/shan - palomino_1603459823.jpg)
Shan's "Palomino" Is an R&B Time Machine [Premiere]
October 23, 2020
For his debut single, LA-based singer-songwriter Shan (pronounced Shaun) is trying to restore that old feeling.
Fousheé's "sing about love" Is an Ode to Healing and Self-Love
March 12, 2021
Fousheé's latest single, "sing about love" once again showcases her silky vocals gliding effortlessly over the smooth, understated production of the track.
Alexander 23 Wistfully Looks Back and Forward in "How To Drive"
January 27, 2023
"Life can be complicated, and life can be simple, and it can get real hard to tell between beauty and pain."