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![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
![Dennis Lloyd Transcends Genre Limits With Follow Up Anthem, "Never Go Back"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/dennis-lloyd-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Dennis Lloyd Transcends Genre Limits With Follow Up Anthem, "Never Go Back"
February 15, 2019
With an upcoming debut EP set for April and a North American headline tour including stops at Coachella and Governors Ball, the young auteur has only just scratched the surface.
Author:
Andra Nechita
![SWMRS' 'Berkeley's On Fire' Is the Punk Rallying Cry of a New Generation](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/swmrs-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
SWMRS' 'Berkeley's On Fire' Is the Punk Rallying Cry of a New Generation
February 15, 2019
SWMRS is the bleeding heart of a new generation with a message that will not be ignored.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![SG Lewis Sees the First Touches of 'Dawn' in the Euphoric "Blue"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/sg-lewis-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
SG Lewis Sees the First Touches of 'Dawn' in the Euphoric "Blue"
February 15, 2019
"I'm trying to narrate the journey of a night out musically, trying to capture the highs and the lows in energy, and some of the euphoria experienced in those moments."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![ALMA Tackles Winter Depression with Vulnerable New Single, "Summer"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/alma-ones-to-watch-3.jpg)
ALMA Tackles Winter Depression with Vulnerable New Single, "Summer"
February 15, 2019
ALMA has the kind of voice that doesn't come around often.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![BETWEEN FRIENDS Treated Fans with Real "affection" This Valentine's Day [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/between-friends-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
BETWEEN FRIENDS Treated Fans with Real "affection" This Valentine's Day [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
February 15, 2019
From their luscious melodies to doing all of their own styling, directing, editing, and photography, BETWEEN FRIENDS is set for stardom.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![Ceramic Animal Dedicates Crowd Favorite,"All My Loving," To Father [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ceramic-animal-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Ceramic Animal Dedicates Crowd Favorite,"All My Loving," To Father [PREMIERE]
February 15, 2019
Composed of equal parts Mac Demarco, Arctic Monkeys, The Doors, and modernized psychedelic rock elements.
Author:
Andra Nechita
![Ashe Reflects on a Messy Divorce in the Magnificent "Moral Of The Story"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ashe-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Ashe Reflects on a Messy Divorce in the Magnificent "Moral Of The Story"
February 14, 2019
"You can think you're in love/ When you're really just in pain."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Simon On The Moon Makes Up For All Subpar Pop Music with Intelligent "Lied 2 U" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/simon-on-the-moon-ones-to-watch-3.jpg)
Simon On The Moon Makes Up For All Subpar Pop Music with Intelligent "Lied 2 U" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
"To me this is a straight up pop song about bumping into a past love."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![FARR Presents Their Most Intimate Single Yet, "Someway Somehow" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/farr-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
FARR Presents Their Most Intimate Single Yet, "Someway Somehow" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
"...love and hope will always be there to see us through the darkest times."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![The Faim Plays Who's Most Likely To...?](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/the-faim-interview-ones-to-watch_1568751287.png)
The Faim Plays Who's Most Likely To...?
September 17, 2019
In addition to gracing the world with a host of new anthemic tracks, The Faim is currently hitting the road with Stand Atlantic on their Ones To Watch and The Noise - presented tour.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![88rising, Nilüfer Yanya, ROLE MODEL, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/88-rising-head-in-the-clouds-ii-2_1570827832.png)
88rising, Nilüfer Yanya, ROLE MODEL, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
October 11, 2019
88rising's new album is here. Check it and all the best new music out in this week's playlist.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Tkay Maidza's 'Last Year Was Weird, Vol. 2' Is an Exquisite and Striking Balancing Act](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/tkay-maidza-last-year-was-weird-vol-2_1596778328.jpg)
Tkay Maidza's 'Last Year Was Weird, Vol. 2' Is an Exquisite and Striking Balancing Act
August 7, 2020
In her sophomore mixtape, Maidza proves herself essential listening.
Author:
Ruby Scott
![Koren Grace Finds Herself on "My World" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Koren Grace - otw_1598029422.jpg)
Koren Grace Finds Herself on "My World" [Premiere]
August 20, 2020
Koren Grace finds peace in imperfection on her new single "My World."
Author:
DJ Connor
![KUÄŒKA Ascends to Experimental Pop Stardom With the Ethereal 'Wrestling'](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kucka-wrestling_1619809250.jpeg)
KUÄŒKA Ascends to Experimental Pop Stardom With the Ethereal 'Wrestling'
April 30, 2021
Whether you like to go out and listen to Ariana Grande, or sit in your room meditating to Merzbow, <i> Wrestling</i> is a masterclass in forward-thinking pop.
Author:
Carter Fife
![Making (Not Raw) Fried Chicken With payton | Bone Apple Tea](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/fried chciken 3_1639697329.png)
Making (Not Raw) Fried Chicken With payton | Bone Apple Tea
December 16, 2021
payton may have a knack for racking up fans in the millions but can he cook chicken all the way through?
Author:
Ruby Scott
![Carlie Hanson's 'Tough Boy' Is a Portrait of Sonic and Personal Growth](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/carlie-hanson-tough-boy_1645738194.png)
Carlie Hanson's 'Tough Boy' Is a Portrait of Sonic and Personal Growth
February 24, 2022
<i>Tough Boy</i> is an album built around self-discovery in real-time.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Claire Rosinkranz Charts a Melancholic Getaway With "Sad In Hawaii"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/claire-rosinkranz-sad-in-hawaii-1675442568.jpg)
Claire Rosinkranz Charts a Melancholic Getaway With "Sad In Hawaii"
February 3, 2023
"Impressive how your brain can ruin an experience that should be paradise."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
![FIG Is "Seeking For Connection" With New Single [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/f_i_g_by_ada_chen-3-1684893784.jpeg)
FIG Is "Seeking For Connection" With New Single [Q&A]
May 24, 2023
We got the chance to sit down with FIG and talk all things tour, “Seeking For Connection,” and freezing in Chicago.
Author:
Abby Kenna
![Meet Lindasson, the Cerebral Self-Producer from the Ottawa Hip-Hop Scene](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/1200x1200bf-60-1705040695.jpg)
Meet Lindasson, the Cerebral Self-Producer from the Ottawa Hip-Hop Scene
January 12, 2024
Often dark and chiseled, Lindasson's beats and baselines are a welcomed diversion from the internet trends.
Author:
DJ Connor