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On “The Voyager,” Chance Peña Is Vindicated
May 19, 2026
Among the most consistent voices in contemporary folk music, TX-born singer-songwriter Chance Peña continues to add to his discography with his latest single “The Voyager.”
Vincent Mason & Stella Lefty Are Cautiously Smitten on “Something To Lose”
May 19, 2026
A rare duet for a legitimate couple in the contemporary music landscape, and one dominated by the sentimental usage of pedal steel and warm acoustics.
Inside Lecx Stacy’s ‘The Folkhouse,’ Where Grief Never Settles
May 19, 2026
The album is not chasing resolution or catharsis. It is more interested in what remains when resolution never fully arrives, and how those remnants shape a new emotional rhythm.
From Finance to Sold-Out Shows: Ike Dweck’s Dream Turned Reality
May 19, 2026
From millions of streams to sold out shows on his first ever tour, Ike Dweck’s songs filled with angst and soul crushing truths are catching ears nationwide.
Farveblind’s Debut LP ‘Micro Pleasures’ and the Loop We Can’t Step Out Of
May 19, 2026
The eleven-track collection offers no moments of relaxation. Even the quieter moments feel like they’re holding tension rather than releasing it.
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Emei Confronts The Sharp Edges of Grief in ‘Night At the Opera’ [Q&A]
May 18, 2026
To help us peel back the veneer of her new sound, we had this pop polymath join us in studio for a chat on life, her upcoming project, as well as the other dark arts she has in her bag.
Melbourne’s R.em.edy Blends Advocacy and Honesty in Every Track
May 17, 2026
R.em.edy, aka Emma Coldrey, is an emerging artist with a disability carving her own path in the music industry. She champions staying true to yourself and refusing to compromise your values, health, or wellbeing to fit in.
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Ryann Ross’ “On The Marsh”: A Stunning Tapestry of The Tumultuous Twenties [Q&A]
May 15, 2026
It’s impossible not to be swept away the instant her striking vocals meet your eardrums, but what will keep you coming back is the vulnerability in her storytelling, the intimacy of the production, and her willingness to embrace the imperfect.
Lola Blue Captures the Fragile Beauty of Growing Up on “Pinky Promise”
May 15, 2026
Across six tracks, Lola Blue distills early adulthood into something tender, volatile, and deeply human, capturing how love, loss, and self-discovery often arrive before there’s language to fully process them.
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DICE Step Into A New Era Announcing Tour And New LP 'I Thought The Altitude Would Make It Worth The View' [Q&A]
May 15, 2026
Across the album, which will drop July 31, the Perth locals turn growing pains, freedom, and self-reflection into euphoric indie-rock songs built for late-night drives, festival crowds, and moments that feel nostalgic before they’ve even happened.
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Daisy Grenade Is the Alt-Pop Powerhouse Forging a New Identity, One Visual Collage at a Time [Q&A]
May 15, 2026
"So Much To Say" is the duo’s latest EP and is an exciting journey in seeing the band flourish in a project that is a collage of all things Daisy Grenade.
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PawPaw Rod Paints With Different Shades Of Blue In Blissfully Personal Debut Album “Picture Day” [Q&A]
May 15, 2026
We chat with the prolific star about sorting through endless voice memos, how to find the right collaborators, and his incredible record Picture Day being the ultimate guide to Oklahoma-raised PawPaw Rod.
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Arcy Drive Makes Label Debut with New Single “one’n a million”
May 15, 2026
The New York indie rockers are back with their first single since their 2025 debut album The Pit.
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CASANDRA Finds Peace and Transformation on 'ISLA TRANQUILITA' [Q&A]
May 15, 2026
Enter the dreamscape of CASANDRA's ethereal project, in which listeners are taken on a sonic journey through six songs and a wave of emotions with her honey-smooth voice and bilingual lyrics.
Matt Hansen Learns To Love And Let Go On Debut Album ‘Orchid’
May 15, 2026
Breaking up is hard to do — just ask Matt Hansen, who tracks the epic highs and lows of love with his debut album Orchid.
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Kid Sistr On The Journey of “American Teenage Prophecy” and Humor Being Their (Not So) Secret Superpower [Q&A]
May 14, 2026
We chatted about balancing their “dumb” humor with the emotional themes of the EP, which of course could not exist without the other:
Kenny Mason Is Atlanta’s Underdawg in New Album 'BULLDAWG'
May 12, 2026
The Atlanta-based rapper stakes his claim as rap’s underdawg: a junkyard dog still getting it out the mud, still clawing through a lane of his own.
OnesToCatch: All Points East Festival 2026
May 12, 2026
This year’s festival brings together an eclectic mix of headliners across genres, including Jorja Smith, Tems, Lorde, Deftones, Tyler, the Creator, and Twenty One Pilots.
26 OnesToCatch at The Great Escape 2026
May 12, 2026
The festival in Brighton on the English South Coast kicks off on Wednesday, May 13th, celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Wasia Project Announces Debut Album Alongside New Single “Bleeding Gold”
May 12, 2026
The single’s release came alongside the announcement of the duo’s debut album, Nocturne, set for release on September 18th.
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Owen Riegling, Look Where You Are Now! [Q&A]
May 12, 2026
Despite the wins in both his personal and professional lives, In The Feeling sees Riegling stoically admit to many of his greatest insecurities and intrusive thoughts.
DE’WAYNE And Lenny Kravitz Team Up On Remix Of “Highway Robbery”
May 12, 2026
DE’WAYNE’s reworked “highway robbery,” now featuring Lenny Kravitz, feels like more than a refreshed single.
The Last Dinner Party Bare Their Teeth On “Big Dog”
May 12, 2026
As a standalone statement, it feels immediate and unpolished in the best sense, capturing a band that thrives on the tension between control and chaos.
The AAPI Artists Who Defined A Generation At OnesToWatch
May 11, 2026
In honor of AAPI month and our anniversary, we want to take a moment to celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander artists that shaped the earliest days of OnesToWatch.
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Fireball Kid Juxtaposes the Glory and Gore of Partying on 'Deer Path Turn To A Shortcut' [Q&A]
May 11, 2026
Entranced by the honesty and gritty indie rock tone, we called Fireball Kid up to hear more about the creation of the album and the legends of local party-goers.
Gigi Perez's “Sailor Song” Sees the Rising Star Yearning in the Eye of the Storm
July 29, 2024
TikTok yearners at large have been begging for “Sailor Song” since it was teased earlier this spring.
Meet 1999 Write The Future, 88Rising's Futuristic Music Collective
February 9, 2024
1999 Write The Future balances nostalgia and futuristic intent to wondrous effect.
Every Song Featured in Euphoria Season 2, Episode 4
January 31, 2022
Happy Euphoria day ✨
Meet BoyWithUke, the Mysterious DIY Artist Racking Up Streams in the Millions
November 10, 2021
Just who is BoyWithUke?
Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly
October 30, 2020
It looks like 2020 isn't a complete wash.
Meet SNOW WIFE, the "AMERICAN HORROR SHOW" We Can't Turn Away From
August 16, 2023
SNOW WIFE is all anyone’s talking about, and for good reason.
Meet goodboy noah, an Emerging R&B Sensation
January 28, 2021
We had the chance to *virtually* sit down with emerging R&B singer goodboy noah and learn more about the inspiration behind his music.
beabadoobee Eloquently Moves Forward in “the way things go”
July 19, 2023
"the way things go" is decorated with satin ribbons, prim and proper ballerinas, fresh florals, and all things Sandy Liang.
![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.
Ethel Cain Reckons With Love, Violence, and Religion in Debut Album 'Preacher's Daughter'
May 13, 2022
Cain's debut is emotionally shuddering, producing a crater-deep impact that commands your attention.
Powfu's "death bed" Has People Confessing Their Love
February 25, 2020
The Internet is getting swept up in Powfu's sad boy sound.
Alexander 23 Reminds Us We're Not Alone With "IDK You Yet"
April 10, 2020
Alexander 23 tackles the complex emotions many of us are dealing with in isolation.
Meet Laufey, the Gen Z Artist Making Us Fall in Love With Jazz All Over Again
October 13, 2021
Laufey's sublime take on jazz is the perfect soundtrack to your crisp, chill fall days.
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.”
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.
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.
ThxSoMch Makes a Dark, Intoxicating Breakthrough With “SPIT IN MY FACE!”
November 8, 2022
ThxSoMch is building a home for longing hearts.
Chappell Roan's "Casual" Is a Stirring Pop Stunner That's Hard Not to Get Hooked On
November 1, 2022
"Casual" serves as yet another indicator of Roan's inevitable rise to stardom.
mazie's "dumb dumb" Is a Surreal Pop Song Inspired By the Capitol Insurrection
July 8, 2021
"dumb dumb" is a deceptively idyllic pop diversion that speaks to a much larger, pressing issue.
EMELINE Rediscovers Herself in the Irresistible "cinderella's dead"
April 1, 2022
"It's the killing of old patterns and rejoice in the freedom of what life can be."
Meet Yuno Miles, the Internet's Favorite Rapper
February 22, 2024
It is impossible to fully understand the tortured genius restless inside Yuno Miles' head
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.
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Meet Don West, the Aussie Artist Putting His Soul Into Every Song [Q&A]
January 31, 2025
West is transforming a timeless sound into something his own.
Every Song Featured in Euphoria Season 2, Episode 2
January 17, 2022
The Euphoria soundtrack continues to live up to the hype.
19 LGBTQIA+ Artists You Need to Listen to This PRIDE
June 17, 2021
These artists deserve a spot on your PRIDE playlist and every playlist for that matter.