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half•alive Delivers the Full Package of Indie Funk With "RUNAWAY"
June 13, 2019
The band name half ·alive is rather deceptive - there's nothing "half" about what these guys do.
The 15 Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)
June 12, 2019
Don't sleep on Aries, Stella Donnelly, and more.
![La Hara Instills Self-Love in Empowering Visual, "Unlawful" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/_Unlawful_ Press Photo 1 by Louise Browne_1560365682.jpg)
La Hara Instills Self-Love in Empowering Visual, "Unlawful" [PREMIERE]
June 12, 2019
La Hara not only exemplifies the duality of the heart, but her own limits found in the midst of loving and fighting dirty on the visual "Unlawful."
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UMI - "Remember Me" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
June 11, 2019
Existing at the crossroads of alternative neo-soul and R&B is UMI and her otherworldly brand of bedroom R&B.
R&B's Newest Star Kiana Ledé Is Undeniably Herself in 'Myself' EP
June 10, 2019
Kiana Ledé's 'Myself' is a luxurious collection of bold, bright, and buttery R&B sounds.
Sampa the Great's "Final Form" Is a Middle Finger to Oppression
June 7, 2019
Sampa the Great is next in line for the throne bearing the most unapologetically political artist.
Raveena's 'Lucid' Is the Sonic Personification of a Mental Health Day
June 4, 2019
The Indian-American artist has spent the last few years crafting a daydream of a world from the threads of transcendent R&B and silky soul.
Kiana Ledé's "Can I" Will Have You Singing Along & Texting Your Tinder Match
June 4, 2019
The R&B singer-songwriter and actress is fresh off of her sold out debut tour and ready to woo the world with her smooth, mesmerizing R&B.
LEISURE's Orgasmic Psychedelia Is Certainly "Too Much Of A Good Thing"
June 4, 2019
"It's about chasing the instant gratification that is so often promised and promoted in today's modern society and never quite being satisfied with the outcome."
![Ginger Root's Aggressive Elevator Soul Makes for Great "Weather" [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ginger-root-ones-to-watch_1559667469.jpg)
Ginger Root's Aggressive Elevator Soul Makes for Great "Weather" [PREMIERE + Q&A]
June 4, 2019
Blending together the charismatic nature of Toro y Moi and the intricate instrumentals of Vulfpeck, Ginger Root is breaking into the music world one irresistible single at a time.
![Michael Seyer Is Creating Timeless 'Nostalgia' [Premiere + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/michael-seyer-ones-to-watch_1573059613.jpg)
Michael Seyer Is Creating Timeless 'Nostalgia' [Premiere + Q&A]
November 6, 2019
Take your first listen to Seyer's new EP, 'Nostalgia.'
Yumi Nu Kicks Off a New Beginning With the Irresistible 'Hajime'
May 20, 2022
<i>Hajime</i> feels like a creative rebirth for the model and artist.
How Mahalia Jackson Blessed the Masses
February 24, 2021
In honor of Black History Month, we highlight four musical acts that changed the face of the music industry.
HONNE Enlists BTS' RM for a Heavenly Reimagining of "Crying Over You"
March 28, 2019
HONNE and BTS' RM on one track? Enough said.
![Kid Quill Breaks Down His Hip-Hop Concept Album, 'Sunset Diner' [EXCLUSIVE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kid-quill-ones-to-watch-2_1568065388.jpeg)
Kid Quill Breaks Down His Hip-Hop Concept Album, 'Sunset Diner' [EXCLUSIVE]
September 9, 2019
The Indiana artist on the rise blends hip-hop and soul with a nostalgic '70s and '80s flair that is only elevated by his innate gift for storytelling.
Christian Kuria's "Losing You" Has Even Those of Us Without Synesthesia Seeing Colors
November 4, 2019
Kuria's latest single is brimming with color.
Ruel's Refreshingly Soulful "Painkiller" Is Just What the Doctor Ordered
May 1, 2019
Ruel is back and better than ever.
![From Childish Gambino to 'Atlanta' & Everything in Between: The Rise of Creative Genius Donald Glover [WHERE ARE THEY NOW?]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/childish-gambino-ones-to-watch.jpg)
From Childish Gambino to 'Atlanta' & Everything in Between: The Rise of Creative Genius Donald Glover [WHERE ARE THEY NOW?]
January 23, 2019
We recount the rise of the renaissance man who has not just left a mark on culture but arguably shaped it.
Destin Conrad and Ambré Team Up For Silky Smooth Banger "Fraud"
June 29, 2020
Its woozy guitars and buttery bass-line evoke the warmth of resignation into a comfortable and unchallenged relationship.
Eloise's 'Somewhere In-Between' Is a Sublime R&B Escape
June 18, 2021
"It's all about growing pains, growing up, and how love changes form and meaning."