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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
Grace Gardner Tackles Awareness in Latest EP, After Knowing
January 3, 2025
After Knowing is sickeningly honest, sounding like its very own therapy session filled with both anger and healing.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Isaac Dunbar Doesn't Care If You're "Late to the Party"
February 25, 2025
Isaac Dunbar flexes his rejection of the expected in this beautiful marriage of vintage rock and 2010’s optimistic pop.
Author:
Giselle Libby
WESLEE's Latest Single Is as Sweet as "Peaches" [Premiere]
December 13, 2019
"'Peaches' is about reminiscing on better times, when things were sweeter."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
MarcLo Taps Into The Next Dimension of Human Potential in "All Time High"
July 21, 2020
Here to remind us of the powers within us all is hit songwriter, producer and artist, MarcLo in his latest single release and video companion for "All Time High."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
JONES Makes Heartbreak Feel Surmountable [Q&A]
August 10, 2020
We grabbed some time with JONES via email to find out how she's been surviving quarantine, some of the social justice causes she's been learning about, and of course, her new music and album.
Author:
Malc.
Foggieraw Gets the Alicia Keys Sign of Approval 'The Foggie Pound 3'
June 20, 2023
The PG-county rapper is just getting started.
Author:
Gregory Castel
Ashe Transforms Life's Trials and Tribulations Into a Brilliant Pop Gem in ‘Willson’
September 6, 2024
'Willson' easily emerges as a contender for any and all album of the year lists.
Author:
DJ Connor
7 Amazing Female Artists We Caught Up With At Fifty Lab Festival in Belgium
November 22, 2024
Scattered across multiple cultural hotspot venues in the city center, the three-day festival scouted some amazing, fresh talent.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Sunday (1994) Itemize Their 'Devotion,' And It's A Beautifully Long List [Q&A]
May 13, 2025
Never wanted to steal words from the poets themselves, we spoke to Lee & Paige direct to get the edit drop on Devotion & more.
Author:
DJ Connor
Shelly Picks Up Right Where They Left Off in 'Shelly 2'
July 1, 2025
Five years after disappearing into seeming nothingness, Shelly returns as if they never left.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene