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xaviersobased Comes of Age in His Experimental Debut Album 'Xavier'
February 4, 2026
'Xavier' arrives as 48 minutes of mind-altering magic from one of the most promising acts in hip-hop’s underground space.
Author:
Carter Fife
Stanley Simmons Take You on a Mystical Trip in "Body Down" Video [Premiere + Q&A]
February 4, 2026
"I feel like music is slipping back into an era of real albums, but there was a long time where records weren’t really records."
Author:
DJ Connor
fakemink Sets the Stage For a Global Takeover With 'The Boy who cried Terrified .'
February 3, 2026
fakemink is singlehandedly bringing back the grit of the SoundCloud rap he grew up on, only on a relentlessly propulsive mass scale.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Mandolin Captures a Palpable Warmth in ‘same feeling, different font’ [Q&A]
February 3, 2026
Leaving an album like 'same feeling, different font on read' is just not an option.
Author:
DJ Connor
Meels Bridges Past and Present on Sophomore EP, Across the Raccoon Strait
February 1, 2026
After releasing her debut EP in 2024, Meels is ready to bring her newest catalog of “folk country critter songs” to light.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Newcomer Bee Bran Is Goes Through Growing Pains on New Single “To Feel Is To Be"
February 1, 2026
The dreamy, synth-pop track sees the UK singer-songwriter examine a relationship where she and her partner grapple with change.
Author:
India McCarty
Georell Magno Shines On Debut Folk-Rock EP 'The Color After The Spark"
February 1, 2026
Exploring his daydreams, heartbreaks, and personal growth, the rising star shows that he is exactly that: a star whose light is finally shining through.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Wes Anderson Meets Analog Electronic Beats in Parallelle's New Music Video
January 29, 2026
Accompanying their song, "Dreaming Through the Phone," the sibling duo based in the South of France invites listeners into the whimsical world of their music.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Coach Party Celebrates a Sickly Sweet Album and In-Your-Face Single, "Nurse Depression" [Q&A]
January 27, 2026
Loud, brash and generating an energy that seems pertinent to our current times, COACH PARTY is a band that feels sweet in its effects, and deliciously not-sweet in sound.
Author:
DJ Connor
PawPaw Rod Forges Ahead by Returning to His Roots in “The Get Back”
January 26, 2026
“The Get Back” is a reverie of pure authenticity.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Malammore's Album, Aurora, Is A Multlingual, Multi-Genre, Showstopping Debut
January 25, 2026
The Portuguese singer and producer jumps into identity, ideas and spirituality over a dose of intoxicatingly rhythmic songs.
Author:
DJ Connor
Adam Klobi Chases Nostalgia in Latest Single, "FICTION" [Q&A]
January 24, 2026
We sat down with Adam to hear the latest on his exciting year ahead, as well as comic book illustrators, songs that sound like they were played in your mom's garage, and Klobi's very own musical Cinderella story.
Author:
DJ Connor
Holly Humberstone Befriends Her Ghosts in “To Love Somebody," the First Single from Upcoming Album, Cruel World
January 23, 2026
Bedroom pop fans around the world rejoice because the queen of moody melodies and heart-piercing lyrics is back.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Filipino-Murawarri artist DOBBY is in a league of his own.
January 21, 2026
Rhyan Clapham, otherwise known as ‘DOBBY’, is a proud Filipino-Murawarri rapper, drummer, composer, and producer.
Author:
Caitlyn Sinclair
The Man Behind the Mask: Red Leather on Sobriety, Vulnerability, and His Second Album, TAHOE
January 21, 2026
Western rock artist Red Leather is inviting fans on another immersive journey into his mind and artistry with his upcoming album, TAHOE, set for release on February 27, 2026.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Delaney Bailey Infuses Art into Sound on Debut Album, Concave [Q&A]
January 21, 2026
The 24 year old singer took the time to chat with us about all things art, of course, and her debut album Concave.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Issue 11: The Class of 2026
January 20, 2026
Our first issue of 2026 welcomes our class of 2026, Boylife, recaps our top albums of the past year, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Lexa Gates Sophomore Album, I Am, Is A Quiet Claiming of Space
January 17, 2026
Vulnerable without being fragile and confident without being guarded, I Am feels like Gates stepping closer to herself in real time.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Quarters Delivers Stellar Double Single With "HEADLIGHT" and "PERFECT WORD"
January 17, 2026
The twin singles continue Quarters’ momentum, evolving into a full-scale rock act, connecting with their roots and demanding your attention.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Top 30 Artists to Watch in 2026
January 16, 2026
Meet the OnesToWatch class of 2026.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Feng Goes "Cali Crazy" in Nostalgic, Sun-Soaked Single
January 16, 2026
California has a history of inspiring some of the best songs, and it looks like Feng’s “Cali Crazy” is going to be joining that list.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Fcukers Deliver a Dreamlike Dancefloor Escape in "L.U.C.K.Y."
January 16, 2026
While it feels like we’re living in the worst timeline, at least we count ourselves “lucky” that we live in the timeline where Fcukers is releasing new music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
2026 May Be the Year of the Horse, But Oxis' '8' Will Make It the Year of the Fish!
January 16, 2026
After ending the year opening for Magdalena Bay´s US-Canada tour, LA-based artist Oxis (Latin for ¨tuna¨) is kicking off the year with the release of her album, Oxis 8.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Buffalo Traffic Jam’s New Single Lives Between Comfort and Heartbreak
January 16, 2026
From couch covers to sold-out shows, what started as two friends playing covers on a couch has turned into an almost completely sold-out tour.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Solya Announces Debut Album With Release Of New Single "Tell Me It's Over"
January 14, 2026
West Texas singer-songwriter phenom Solya is foreshadowing her reign, announcing the release of her debut album Queen of Texas, out March 6.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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.
Author:
Abby Kenna
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.
Author:
Carter Fife
Every Song Featured in Euphoria Season 2, Episode 4
January 31, 2022
Happy Euphoria day ✨
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet BoyWithUke, the Mysterious DIY Artist Racking Up Streams in the Millions
November 10, 2021
Just who is BoyWithUke?
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
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.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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.
Author:
Paige MacDonald
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.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
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
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.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Powfu's "death bed" Has People Confessing Their Love
February 25, 2020
The Internet is getting swept up in Powfu's sad boy sound.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
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.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
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.
Author:
Ali Wu
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
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 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
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
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.
Author:
Giselle Libby
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.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Author:
Carter Fife
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.
Every Song Featured in Euphoria Season 2, Episode 2
January 17, 2022
The Euphoria soundtrack continues to live up to the hype.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo