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dexter in the newsagent Sets Her Heart Aglow in Visceral Daydream "With u"
January 9, 2025
“With u” is a love story for a generation that inspires us to never stop searching for someone who sees us as we are.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
girlpuppy Peers Through Daydreams of the Past in "Windows"
January 8, 2025
The Atlanta-based artist continues her sentimental indie rock catalogue, accompanied by a wistful music video.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Liang Lawrence's “Kiss My Apocalypse," Plus Sourdough Bread & Colored Pencils [Q&A]
January 7, 2025
With its bright, sneaky harmonies and a punchy chorus, this song is pure optimistic bliss, a perfect tune to ring in this new year.
Author:
DJ Connor
hey, nothing's “Barn Nursery” Starts the Year Off on a Reflective Note
January 6, 2025
“Barn Nursery” tackles the complexity of grief and guilt with care and grace.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
redveil Gives Us "what3ver" We Want In Iridescent New Single
January 6, 2025
“what3ver “ is a stunning display of redveil’s artistic evolution.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
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
IAMTHELIVING Ponders Humanity in Retro Record "Nebra Sky"
January 2, 2025
Nebra Sky is a chronology of the human experience, told through melodies and sounds.
Author:
DJ Connor
The 25 Best Albums of 2024, According to OnesToWatch Staff
December 27, 2024
We celebrate the end of the year by counting down the albums that soundtracked our 2024.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Meet Royce Fisherman, the Next Gen Artist From Hawai’i Making Waves
December 26, 2024
We sit down with Royce to talk about his musical journey, the influence of Hawai‘i on his artistry, and his recommendations for must-visit spots.
Author:
Ali Wu
Swimming Paul’s "Different Time" Blends Club Energy With Nostalgia
December 23, 2024
"Different Time" is a wistful club banger, ready for the festival stage and beyond.
Author:
René Cobar
Mad Wave Is Back With a Self-Titled and Satanic Panic Inspired Single [Premiere]
August 25, 2020
Mad Waves' leering, dark video of the same title takes us on a myth-riddled journey of psychedelia that blurs judgments.
Author:
DJ Connor
Teezo Touchdown Scores With "Bad Enough"
October 24, 2020
Teezo Touchdown's "Bad Enough" with Thomas Lopez is without a doubt the most unique video of the year.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Briston Maroney and Manchester Orchestra Revisit "Bottle Rocket"
June 22, 2021
"Bottle Rocket" tells the tale of what feels like life and death decisions for an up-and-coming artist.
Author:
Brooke Tuozzo
chloe moriondo and mazie Remind Us It's Okay to Be "not okay"
August 13, 2021
"not okay" leaves you unsure if you're meant to dance, cry, or do a bit of both.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Cassie Marin Comes Alive on the Infectious "Tanto" [Premiere + Q&A]
September 29, 2021
Marin proves unstoppable on the Spanish-sung "Tanto."
Author:
DJ Connor
Rosie Takes Us Through Her Heart-Rending Debut EP '20mg of Happiness,' Track By Track
October 26, 2021
"The journey of this EP and the five stages of grief has been a painful one, with so many ups and downs, but I am grateful for every moment of it."
Author:
Ruby Scott
The F16s Ask the Burning Question: 'Is It Time to Eat the Rich Yet?' [Q&A]
October 28, 2021
"We're just making what we think works for us. Everyone drapes their rhetoric in the throw of their choice."
Author:
Ruby Scott
Cloe Wilder Whisks Up a Tender Lullaby in “Remember Me” [Premiere]
January 25, 2023
"Remember Me" conjures an oceanic wave of depth from a shallow pool.
Author:
DJ Connor
ICYMI: Emmit Fenn Conjures Forth the Breathtaking World of 'Before We Begin'
January 7, 2019
"I have had the incredible opportunity to create and share music across all genres with you all, but for the last project this year I wanted to do something different."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Lucky Daye Illustrates His Artistic Chops With Debut Album, 'Painted'
May 24, 2019
Lucky Daye has not only earned a spot among his contemporaries, but also identified himself as a trailblazer in the world of R&B with his debut LP.
Author:
Brady Moses