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Low.bō Lets His Soul Yearn in "blur"
July 23, 2025
“blur” is a haunting ode to a love unfulfilled.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
4batz Puts the Crowd Under His Spell in 'since y’all say ion drop'
May 7, 2025
4batz's music is nothing short of hypnotic.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Dali Rose Guides Us to "Heaven" in Debut EP [Q&A]
May 2, 2025
On ‘Heaven’ the mystery of this nascent artists is guarded in everything but his supreme talent, a man whose vocals command attention acapella, against a Hammond keyboard or soaring in choruses over a piano.
Author:
DJ Connor
bLAck pARty Makes Triumphant Return With New Single “Distant Lover”
April 29, 2025
Psychedelic guitar chords and perfectly polished vocals meet in sacred harmony in bLAck pARty's latest single.
Author:
Carter Fife
Montell Fish Folds Light and Grief into Three Movements in 'Days Are Getting Shorter'
April 28, 2025
'Days Are Getting Shorter' sketches a story about pain, longing, faith, and the parts of ourselves we share only when no one is looking.
Author:
René Cobar
Luna Li and Raveena Invite Listeners Into a Lush Daydream With “Fantasy”
April 18, 2025
"Fantasy" is a single wholly true to its name.
Author:
René Cobar
Matt Maltese Yearns For Beloved On New Single "Pined For You My Whole Life"
March 25, 2025
Rooted in classic soul and Motown influences, the track channels grand, yearning emotion through lush instrumentation and Maltese's signature heartfelt lyricism.
Author:
Ally Rincon
Grace Sorensen Cements an Impressive Foundation in Debut Album ‘BLUEPRINT’ [Q&A]
March 19, 2025
Wanting to dig in even more on this irrefutable talent, we had Sorensen swing by the OnesToWatch headquarters for some chit-chat.
Author:
DJ Connor
Mastercard and OnesToWatch Present Asha Imuno's WAITINGROOM
March 14, 2025
The wait is finally over.
Author:
Ruby Scott
d4vd and Kali Uchis Pen a Breathtaking Love Letter in "Crashing"
March 4, 2025
"Crashing" is an outpouring of desire, an ode to the kind of connection that defies both time and sense.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Jake Wesley Rogers - "Little Queen" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
October 1, 2019
Blending soulful vocal melodies, dynamic musical arrangements, and striking lyricism, Rogers' meditations evoke the likes of Sam Smith, Elton John, and James Blake.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
KIRBY's "Don't Leave Your Girl" Is a Timeless Neo-Soul Ode
October 18, 2019
The BeyonceÌ, Kanye West, and Ariana Grande writer is stepping into the spotlight.
Author:
Precious Kato
Fousheé's "sing about love" Is an Ode to Healing and Self-Love
March 12, 2021
Fousheé's latest single, "sing about love" once again showcases her silky vocals gliding effortlessly over the smooth, understated production of the track.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
Yazmin Lacey Lets Her Soul Run Free in 'Voice Notes'
March 3, 2023
'Voice Notes' is a master compilation of deep R&B and soul-drenched jazz,
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Shaun Ross and Amber Mark Explore the Fatality of Attraction on 'UNISEX'
February 22, 2022
From fashion, visual artists, to music, there is no stopping Shaun Ross.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Get Away From It All With Cool Girl Island's “do not disturb" (airplane mode)
March 6, 2023
“Most days it’s a feel-good, self-love kind of song, other days it makes me strangely sad…"
Author:
DJ Connor
LEISURE Paves a Yellow Brick Road to Success with a 'TWISTER' of Psychedelic R&B [Q&A]
July 30, 2019
"As devout fans of music, we know that it's often more special to find something for yourself, on your own time. There's no rush; we're not going anywhere."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Jordan Rakei Urges Future Generations to "Say Something" Against Corruption
April 24, 2019
With an effortlessly smooth sound, Rakei is exploring the idea of technological growth and how it may affect humanity.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Brandon Pens a Love Letter to the Messiness of Relationships in "Steady"
August 25, 2022
Brandon's soft compassion can melt even the most cynical.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene