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Ultra Q's "Gool" Is a Moment of Guitar-Driven Ecstasy
June 21, 2019
Ultra Q is one of the best guitar-driven rock bands to emerge in 2019.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![The Wrecks' "Freaking Out" Is a Kanye West and Psychedelic - Fueled Hit [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/the-wrecks-ones-to-watch-2_1561129338.jpeg)
The Wrecks' "Freaking Out" Is a Kanye West and Psychedelic - Fueled Hit [PREMIERE]
June 21, 2019
"Freaking Out" may just be The Wrecks most experimental, avant-garde, and best work to date.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Billy Raffoul Shares Heartwarming Tour Memories & Teases Forthcoming Album [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/billy-raffoul-ones-to-watch-2_1560980662_1567019521.jpg)
Billy Raffoul Shares Heartwarming Tour Memories & Teases Forthcoming Album [Q&A]
June 19, 2019
Deep gravelly voice. Long luscious locks. There's something hypnotic about Billy Raffoul's live performance, and we can't get enough.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![Discussing Butt Plugs, Music Videos, and 'Bambi' with Hippo Campus [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/hippo-campus-ones-to-watch-2_1560279682.jpg)
Discussing Butt Plugs, Music Videos, and 'Bambi' with Hippo Campus [Q&A]
June 11, 2019
Catch up with the band that's been pioneering indie pop and gaining a cult fan base since 2014.
Author:
Alyssa Yung

CYN Channels a Cult-Like Obsession in the High-Spirited "Holy Roller"
May 21, 2019
Balancing its most radio-friendly pop inclinations with a smattering of reverbed-out electric guitars that could be taken straight from a St. Vincent record, "Holy Roller" is CYN at her best.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Courier Club's "Soapbox Sunday" Is a Post-Punk Anthem for a Social Media Generation [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/courier-club-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Courier Club's "Soapbox Sunday" Is a Post-Punk Anthem for a Social Media Generation [PREMIERE]
May 2, 2019
Courier Club is on the cusp of a post-punk revival.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Nilufer-Yanya-ones-to-watch-5.jpeg)
Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]
April 4, 2019
In her debut album, Yanya waxes poetic about the reality that is unfurling before our very eyes.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Do Yourself a Favor and Listen to Havelock's Mesmerizing Debut Single, "Pig Latin"
March 27, 2019
Havelock is poised to go down in the pantheon of mythical, enigmatic British artists.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/swmrs-ones-to-watch.gif)
SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
March 26, 2019
Our gaze is fixed on these punk upstarts who are bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the genre.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Wallows' Debut Album, 'Nothing Happens,' Was Well Worth the Wait
March 26, 2019
'Nothing Happens' reflects on our experiences growing up together, our loss of innocence and the thoughts and fears that come with transitioning into adulthood."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Fall in Love With Snarls in New Single "Heavy Drinker" | THE NOISE
February 19, 2024
The single wades in the waters of hook-heavy pop, 90s alternative, shoegaze, and heart-on-a-string indie-rock.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

beabadoobee Picks Up the Pieces and Reconstructs Herself in 'This Is How Tomorrow Moves'
August 12, 2024
'This Is How Tomorrow Moves' is a full-circle symphony about finding yourself as you fall apart.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Dora Jar Explores Personhood in Ethereal Single "She Loves Me"
May 14, 2024
"This song is an ode to the girl I wish I could be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

ALEXSUCKS Bottles Up All the Fun and Confusion of Figuring Life Out in 'Warm Beers'
October 19, 2024
Life is just one giant coming-of-age movie, and ALEXSUCKS has created the perfect soundtrack for it.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

spiderblush Paints a Moving Portrait of Coming of Age's Imperfections in 'Ways Parted'
May 2, 2024
'Ways Parted' gives fans new and old a look into the raw thoughts of this rising star’s brain.
Author:
Giselle Libby

some fear Shed Their Skin in Latest Single "Skin I Can't Peel"
October 17, 2024
"'Skin I Can't Peel' is a song I wrote about meeting someone where they're at in life, regardless of your common past."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
![Divino Nià±o Create a Psychedelic World of Wonder [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Divino Niño by Ash Dye - otw_1599847823.jpg)
Divino Nià±o Create a Psychedelic World of Wonder [Q&A]
September 11, 2020
We caught up with the innovative band for a quick Q&A about their new song "Made Up My Mind."
Author:
Sal Moreno

Mustard Service Capture the Strength of Letting Go in “Big Time”
March 24, 2025
“This song is basically about cutting off a friend who you really love - but you know you have to cut them off or else you're gonna drown with them.
Author:
Alexander Williams

Orla Gartland Breaks Free From Restraints in New Break-Up Anthem “Now What?”
April 15, 2025
The uplifting track provides a sneak peek into the singer’s soon to come deluxe version of her 2024 album, Everybody Needs a Hero.
Author:
Polina Cherezova

New Haven Duo Showpony "Shine" On Stellar Debut Single
April 14, 2025
The sound, a fusion of New Haven's grit and charm, is built on a sonic bedrock of dark, droning, distorted guitars and a top layer of Taos and Lindsay's vocal harmony.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon