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The Top 101: Celebrating Black Excellence
February 23, 2026
Celebrate Black History Month with a few of the voices that shaped OnesToWatch.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Honey Revenge Have Always Been AND Will Always Be A "Hot Commodity" | THE NOISE
February 23, 2026
Honey Revenge kick off their 2026 with a disco-tinged bang on their newest single, “Hot Commodity.”
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Shoegaze Duo Clarion Find Their Voice On Cathartic Single “Blue Fairy” | THE NOISE
February 23, 2026
"Blue Fairy" is a stellar example of their shared intuitive drive, a loud, unrelenting anthem that captures a band in the middle of transformation.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Bella Litsa’s “Drasticism” Is Mysterious, Inevitable and Undoubtedly Your Next Obsession [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
I sat down with Bella on a lovely December day to unravel the secrets of "Drasticism" over coffee, understanding the passionate journey that went into creating this incredible debut record.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Novulent’s VOL. 3 Is A Feature Film with A Carefully Crafted Script [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Novulent captures the essence of intense attachment, heartbreak, and ultimately finding and bettering oneself in the wake of a prolific relationship.
Author:
Noah Wade
Inside Ally Evenson’s “SPEED KILLS” Short Film Debut at Brain Dead Studios [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Minutes before her moment, we chatted with Ally about the genesis of the film, its inspirations, and of course, her Letterboxd Top 4.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Sports Hits a Career-Defining Home Run with their First Fully Self-Produced Album
February 20, 2026
Written, recorded, and entirely self-produced in a home studio they built themselves in Tulsa, the self-titled record Sports marks a creative reset for the duo, returning back to the spark that first defined them as artists.
Author:
Polina Cherezova
Welcome to Paracosm: Absolutely’s Universe of Limitless Childlike Wonder
February 20, 2026
Absolutely, a member of Ones To Watch’s class of 2026, has released her second album Paracosm, a meticulously crafted universe of whimsy that blends pop, electronica, jazz, and R&B.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Punk Meets Alt-Pop Meets Metal Guitar Riffs in Noshows' Double Single [Q&A]
February 20, 2026
Including tracks "FOMO" and "Last Resort," the band explores anxiety, addiction, growth, and everything in between.
Author:
DJ Connor
Jayde Returns with Her Vibrant New Single"f this"
March 5, 2021
It's rare an artist can instantly pull you in through the strength of their vocals, but that's exactly what Jayde accomplishes with every new single.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Eden Rain's Debut Single "Wake Up, You're Stuck" Is Raw and Reflective
March 8, 2021
London-based singer-songwriter Eden Rain releases her debut single "Wake Up, You're Stuck" - a refreshingly raw and honest reflection on the formative moments that force us to make tough decisions.
Author:
Carter Fife
Moise's 'We Survived The Storm' Is Your Light at the End of the Tunnel
June 1, 2022
"You’re here right now, you’ve gone through a lot in this world in the last two or three years, enjoy the moment."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
10 Questions With Sam Valdez on Her New Single "Unwind" [Q&A]
August 30, 2022
"Unwind" is a beguiling affair that unassumingly draws you into its depths.
Author:
DJ Connor
Taylor Acorn Is On To "Greener" Pastures On Joyous New Single | THE NOISE
April 15, 2024
Pop-punk powerhouse Taylor Acorn offers a unique perspective with the release of her latest single, "Greener."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Bryant Barnes Releases Long-Awaited “Give Me A Sign,” Ahead of Debut EP
June 20, 2024
“Give Me A Sign” synthesizes Shiloh Dynasty vulnerability with the artistic brilliance of a Sade or Giveon.
Author:
Carter Fife
Sarah Kinsley Delivers an Otherworldy Debut Album in ‘Escaper’
September 9, 2024
'Escaper' evokes that reality-suspending feeling of dreams, plumed with feelings of curiosity, grief, love, and loss.
Author:
DJ Connor
L.S. Dunes’ Anthony Green and Travis Stever Talk “Magick” For New Sophomore Album ‘Violet’ [Q&A] | THE NOISE
January 30, 2025
The Noise had the opportunity to chat with frontman Anthony Green and guitarist Travis Stever about the magic of the album as well as maintaining a healthy work-life-balance shredding alongside fellow self-proclaimed “workaholics,” guitarist Frank Iero, drummer Tucker Rule, and bassist Tim Payne.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ellise Explores Heartache and Healing in “valentine”
March 12, 2025
"valentine" is a song that aches and lingers long after the holiday passed.
Author:
René Cobar
Kita Alexander Provides a Moment of Indulgent Pop Respite in "Press Pause" [Q&A]
April 3, 2025
"'Press Pause' is about the quiet power of being present for someone when their world feels like it’s falling apart."
Author:
DJ Connor