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![Elina Paints the "Mirage" of Post-Break-Up Blues](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/elina-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Elina Paints the "Mirage" of Post-Break-Up Blues
February 22, 2019
It is always so gratifying to come across an artist whose work becomes our secret refuge.
Author:
Andra Nechita
![Ren Details Her Complicated Love Life In Vulnerable Music Video for "Waves" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ren-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
Ren Details Her Complicated Love Life In Vulnerable Music Video for "Waves" [PREMIERE]
February 22, 2019
"I used the ocean as a metaphor for this relationship, something we know so little about which scares us. Yet, we find what we know so beautiful so we always go back."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![Psychedelic Surf-Rock Might Become Your Favorite Genre with Ocean Alley's "Stained Glass"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Ocean-Alley-Ones-To-Watch 2.jpeg)
Psychedelic Surf-Rock Might Become Your Favorite Genre with Ocean Alley's "Stained Glass"
February 21, 2019
"Stained Glass" is a fusion of reggae and indie-rock, and as soon as the track beings it transports listeners to a dreamy white sand beach.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![Austin Harms Shares His Story of Lost Love and Coping With Grief in 'BLOOD' EP [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Austin-Harms-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Austin Harms Shares His Story of Lost Love and Coping With Grief in 'BLOOD' EP [PREMIERE]
February 21, 2019
'BLOOD' is an inspiring testament to the power of heart-wrenchingly honest songwriting.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
![Up & Coming Indie-Rocker Tommy Newport Takes Us To Wichita, Kansas [GO HOME WITH]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/tommy-newport-ones-to-watch-5.jpg)
Up & Coming Indie-Rocker Tommy Newport Takes Us To Wichita, Kansas [GO HOME WITH]
February 21, 2019
What could be more revealing of an artist's influence than the place they grew up?
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![Nilüfer Yanya's "Tears" Is the Perfect Track to Dance and Self-Realize to](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/nilufer-yanya-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Nilüfer Yanya's "Tears" Is the Perfect Track to Dance and Self-Realize to
February 20, 2019
Blending the lines between exquisitely crafted indie rock and infectious pop magic, Nilüfer Yanya is shaping up to be on every 2019 shortlist for breakout artist of the year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Setlist.Fm Presents: Who is Mom Jeans.? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/momjeans.jpeg)
Setlist.Fm Presents: Who is Mom Jeans.? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
February 20, 2019
Mom Jeans. are experts at blurring the lines between the pop punk and "emo" sub-genres, if you will.
Author:
Asal Shahindoust
![Wet Examines Dependency in Folky "Old Bone" and "Trust No Man - Acoustic"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/wet-ones-to-watch-1.jpg)
Wet Examines Dependency in Folky "Old Bone" and "Trust No Man - Acoustic"
February 18, 2019
+ Don't miss Wet on tour this Spring!
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![Matt Maeson Pens a Hopeful Tale of Epic Depth With "Beggar's Song"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/matt-maeson-ones-to-watch-6.jpeg)
Matt Maeson Pens a Hopeful Tale of Epic Depth With "Beggar's Song"
February 18, 2019
The poignant track is accompanied by a surreal music video, the announcement of Maeson's first headlining tour, and the news of his long-awaited debut album.
Author:
Maxamilion Polo
![Rex Orange County Talks of Love and the Pressures of the World in "New House"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rex-orange-county-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Rex Orange County Talks of Love and the Pressures of the World in "New House"
February 15, 2019
Rex OC's distinctive lyricism paired with elements of jazz, hip-hop, soul, and bedroom electronica took the world by storm.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Peach Tree Rascals' "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/peach-tree-rascals-ones-to-watch_1567123270.jpg)
Peach Tree Rascals' "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]
August 29, 2019
With Mexican, Filipino, and Palestinian roots that run deep, Peach Tree Rascals is one of the most hardworking collectives we've had the honor of introducing.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/clairo-shelly-ones-to-watch_1604034054.jpg)
Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly
October 30, 2020
It looks like 2020 isn't a complete wash.
Author:
Ruby Scott
![ThxSoMch Makes a Dark, Intoxicating Breakthrough With “SPIT IN MY FACE!”](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/thxsomch-spit-in-my-face-1667930155.jpeg)
ThxSoMch Makes a Dark, Intoxicating Breakthrough With “SPIT IN MY FACE!”
November 8, 2022
ThxSoMch is building a home for longing hearts.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
![Meet Zeph, the Composer of Your Coming-of-Age Soundtrack](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/zeph-new-artist-discovery_1645121231.jpeg)
Meet Zeph, the Composer of Your Coming-of-Age Soundtrack
February 17, 2022
Zeph is a singer-songwriter, producer, and shitposter that you need in your life.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
![keshi's "blue" Is a Heartbreaking Ode to Falling Out of Touch](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/keshi-ones-to-watch-2_1576596074.jpeg)
keshi's "blue" Is a Heartbreaking Ode to Falling Out of Touch
December 17, 2019
Seemingly out of nowhere, keshi emerged as one of 2019's most promising artists.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/714x396-1673863721.png)
Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene
January 18, 2023
Kiki Rockwell is an innovative new artist fresh to New Zealand’s indie scene.
![Peter McPoland Lights the World on Fire With “Digital Silence”](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/peter-mcpoland-digital-silence-1681231620.jpeg)
Peter McPoland Lights the World on Fire With “Digital Silence”
April 11, 2023
"It’s only up from here. No more slowing down, just speeding up. Thank you for waiting for me.”
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
![Delaney Bailey Pens the Tender and Heartwarming "j's lullaby"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/delanie-bailey-js-lullaby_1641849629.jpeg)
Delaney Bailey Pens the Tender and Heartwarming "j's lullaby"
January 10, 2022
Bailey has all the hallmarks of a truly great singer-songwriter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Meet Good Neighbours, the UK Duo Sparking a Nostalgic Flame With Their Debut Single "Home"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/good-neighbours-home-1706894268.jpg)
Meet Good Neighbours, the UK Duo Sparking a Nostalgic Flame With Their Debut Single "Home"
February 2, 2024
Though “Home” may be Good Neighbour’s debut track, it feels like anything but.
Author:
Carter Fife
![Surfaces Is Quite Possibly the Most Optimistic & Eclectic Indie-Pop Duo To Date](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/surfaces-ones-to-watch_1566853506.jpg)
Surfaces Is Quite Possibly the Most Optimistic & Eclectic Indie-Pop Duo To Date
August 26, 2019
Now that Surfaces has two impressive, self-produced albums and a sold-out nationwide tour under their belt, there's no denying that this carefree duo will succeed.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul