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#NowWatching Playlist: 04-26-19
April 26, 2019
Kicking off with a raging lesson in Anger Management by Rico Nasty & Kenny Beats, only to follow up with tender love songs by Mahalia and LàˆON, this week's playlist has something for every type of music fan.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Baker Grace Overcomes Her Relentless Haters with Trap-Infused "Illest"
April 26, 2019
"It's easy to play the victim role and think the world is against you when a lot of times it's you betting against yourself."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Kevin Abstract's 'ARIZONA BABY' Is the Rap Album We've Needed for Ages
April 26, 2019
Rap and the gay experience have historically existed at odds, but in ARIZONA BABY, being an openly gay man builds the emotional crux for an album poised to go down as one of 2019's crowning achievements in hip-hop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Alexander 23 Tackles Mortality and Legacy in Under 3 Minutes With "When I Die"
April 26, 2019
Alexander 23's music is both empathetic and calming to the angst that often accompanies young adulthood.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Karnaval Blues Effortlessly Blends Heartbreak and Synths in "You Come With The Rain"
April 26, 2019
His soulful vocals are intertwined with lush synths, reverbs, and tasteful beat drops which are signature for the British producer.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Pell Raps His Way to Self-Love in One-Take "Bitch Ass" Video
April 26, 2019
"I wanted more raw and focused energy so that people could hear the words and have to watch me say them."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Hablot Brown and Friends Are Back with the Buttery Smooth "Peace of Mind"
April 26, 2019
A seamless collaboration with Braxton Cook, Floyd Fuji and MALIA, the single is a prime example of how powerful getting talented musicians in the same room can be.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Stand Atlantic - "Toothpick" | Live From The Rooftop
April 25, 2019
Pop-punk outfit Stand Atlantic is on the verge of breaking in a major way.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Stagecoach 2019: 6 Ones to Catch
April 25, 2019
This year's Stagecoach lineup welcomes dynamic voices, heartfelt sounds, and a new era of women pushing the boundaries of country music -- scope our 6 must-sees.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Julius Cowdrey Takes Us on an Emotional Voyage with Impassioned Double Release [PREMIERE]
April 25, 2019
Both singles narrate a trying time in Cowdrey's life, illustrating a feeling of being let down by the ones you loved and trusted the most.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
ALEXSUCKS Lose Control in the Infectious "Hate Me If You Want"
September 9, 2024
“Hate Me If You Want” satisfies all the cravings of a nostalgic indie kid.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Johan Lenox Shares All Things Petrichor, Reflecting on His Collaboration and Gearing Up for Tour with 070 Shake [Q&A]
November 21, 2024
In between studio sessions and flying to Thailand with A$AP Rocky, Johan let us in on a little bit of the behind-the-scenes from his collaboration with 070 Shake.
Author:
Gia Acosta
Ivory Layne Delivers Powerful Feminist Love Song with "Boy Loves Me" [PREMIERE]
February 12, 2019
Feminine strength and an inspiring vulnerability saturate the lyrics, acknowledging that a woman is no less independent in yearning for love.
Author:
Dana Jacobs
Ginette Claudette Is On To Something with Alluring "Slow Up" Video [PREMIERE]
February 13, 2019
"It's no secret a lot of my influence comes from '90s R&B."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Girl Wilde Unleashes Truth & Emotion in Bubblegum Grunge Anthems [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
April 16, 2019
Girl Wilde has asserted herself as an anti-genre artist with inspiration from the pop-punk, grunge sounds of Alanis Morissette and Paramore.
Author:
Ashley Naliwajko
Paige Talks Process Behind Her 'Always Growing' EP [Q&A]
August 6, 2020
Paige shares the background to her start in music and how she grew into song writing while staying true to herself.
Author:
Max Tetlow
Finneas Evokes the Records of His Youth on Alternate Take "Let's Fall in Love for the Night (1964)"
August 7, 2020
Los Angeles based Alt-pop prodigy FINNEAS shares a decisively different alternate take on his single "Let's Fall in Love for the Night."
Author:
Alec Wing
Alaina Castillo Reminds Us to Celebrate Staying in With "Tonight"
August 14, 2020
Alaina Castillo is continuing to prove herself as one of the most exciting new talents to emerge within the last year.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
Casper Jones Is Passionate From Miles Away in "Ghost Town" Visual
March 8, 2021
Fresh from the success of last year's 'GRAY' EP, NY-based pop artist Casper Jones returns to us with the video for "Ghost Town."
Author:
Carter Fife
Maisie Peters' Sonic Diary Entries Take the World Stage on 'You Signed Up For This'
August 30, 2021
Maisie has a transcendent talent for balancing heartfelt storytelling with a pop star poise well beyond her years.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo