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Issue 05: The Class of 2024
January 25, 2024
Our first issue of 2024 welcomes our class of 2024, DJ Mandy, jigitz, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Abbot Spills His Guts On New Single "Puke" | THE NOISE
January 25, 2024
Brooklyn-based rising star abbot embraces that sometimes failure is the only option on his latest track, "puke."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Charlotte Sands's Debut LP 'Can We Start Over?' Is Worth The Hype | THE NOISE
January 25, 2024
The album is the realization of years of unprecedented independent success and showcases a dynamic and eclectic work of songwriting art.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Wisp Conjures a Storm of Unrequited Emotions in "See you soon"
January 25, 2024
"'See you soon' is about being infatuated with a person and wanting to spend all of your time with them."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Bad Omens and Poppy Team Up For Dark Dystopian “V.A.N” | THE NOISE
January 25, 2024
For a chaotic new track exploring the danger of artificial intelligence going rogue, this collaboration is a match made in dystopian horror music heaven.
Author:
Allissa Williams
Ethel Captures the Subtle Anxiety of Relationships Drifting By Like "Passing Ships"
January 24, 2024
"I wanted to express the impossibility of holding secure relationships, as well as my fear of losing everything and everyone that I loved."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Asha Imuno “PHONICS” is the Ideal House Party Soundtrack [Premiere]
January 24, 2024
Blending left-of-center R&B with west coast hip hop and other genres we can’t even define yet, Imuno is letting his passion guide him to take confident risks in his music.
Author:
DJ Connor
ericdoa Reignites the Joy of Creation in the Trailblazing 'DOA'
January 23, 2024
Digicore trailblazer and pop purveyor ericdoa is the furthest he can be from dead on arrival.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
VIAL Hit Hard On Brash New Single "Falling Short" | THE NOISE
January 23, 2024
The powerhouse DIY trio seamlessly blends indie rock and punk to create a track full of soaring melodic hooks ready to sink teeth into all listeners alike.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Games We Play Serenades Us All On "Girl Shaped Crater" | THE NOISE
January 23, 2024
The track is a breezy, acoustic guitar-led effort that glides through soft strings while his spacey croon hovers over melodic hooks.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Band CAMINO's New Video Is a Heartbreaking Hue of "Daphne Blue"
June 25, 2019
Is this what they mean when they refer to modern art?
Author:
Jess Myers
Rex Orange County and Daniel Caesar Aim For the Heart in Double Single Release
February 18, 2025
The duo delivers two beautiful, emotionally-charged singles.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Brenn! Tells a Stirring Story Wrapped in Regret in "Franklin House"
February 24, 2025
Rising folk-pop star Brenn! knows how to pour his heart out.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Rex Orange County's "Face To Face" May Be His Most Exciting and Personal Single Yet
October 23, 2019
"THIS SONG IS ABOUT BEING AWAY FROM HOME, FEELING TRAPPED IN AN UNDESIRABLE SITUATION & FINDING IT DIFFICULT TO TRUST PEOPLE."
Author:
Matthew Rudas
mazie Is Transforming the World Around Her Into a Surreal Pop Dream [Q&A]
August 25, 2021
"I feel like the entire project is centered in this experience, whether we liked it or not."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Montell Fish Explores the Emotional Impact of Lingering Spirits in 'Her Love Still Haunts Me Like a Ghost'
October 28, 2022
Hauntings come in all shapes and forms this Halloween season.
Author:
Gregory Castel
Curtis Waters Brings Worldly Whimsy to "Stunnin"
May 20, 2020
"'Stunnin' is a groovy lighthearted bop"
Author:
Malc.
Meet Daily J, the New Zealand Indie Psych Band Made For Summer [Q&A]
June 16, 2021
Get to know what's behind the luscious locks of one of New Zealand's must-see summer acts.
Author:
Brook Gibson
Anson Seabra Wears His Heart on His Sleeve in 'Songs I Wrote in My Bedroom'
May 11, 2020
Seabra paints a gripping portrait of a human still discovering himself - flaws, aspirations, and all.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Beauty School Dropout Deliver an Electrifying Label Debut With "Assassin"
May 25, 2022
If you don't know the name Beauty School Dropout, you're missing out.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo