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Issue 02: New Year, New Zine
January 18, 2023
We're kicking off the new year with a look back and a look forward at some of tomorrow's stars.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
hemlocke springs' "stranger danger!" Is a Daring, Intoxicating Follow-Up to Her Breakout Hit
January 18, 2023
“stranger danger!” is a song that oozes odd, demanding your attention to keep up with Springs' unraveling.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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.
WILSN Lets Her Soul Run Free in “Those Days Are Over” [Premiere]
January 17, 2023
“It’s about trusting yourself, going with your gut and really believing you can do the thing you set out to do.”
Author:
DJ Connor
Joesef's Debut Album ‘Permanent Damage’ Is an Exercise in Hurt and Healing
January 17, 2023
'Permanent Damage' is a valiant debut effort by an artist unafraid to let his heart bleed.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
JAWNY Hops Aboard the Never-Ending Rollercoaster of Love in “true”
January 17, 2023
"true" is a woozy lovesick outing that sees JAWNY making full use of his left-field talents.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Gracie Abrams Questions What’s Next in “Where do we go now?”
January 13, 2023
Abrams returns with a stunning Gia Coppola-directed visual.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Floyd Zion Pushes Forward At All Costs in "Belly"
January 13, 2023
“Belly” is a declaration on the war against stagnancy."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Dreamer Isioma Embarks on an Intergalactic Journey Inward in "Fuck Tha World"
January 13, 2023
'Fuck Tha World’ touches on the existentialism of life and freedom.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
MAY-A Enters a Bold New Era With the Addicting "Sweat You Out My System"
January 12, 2023
"Writing 'Sweat You Out My System' felt like it opened so many doors in my brain to other types of music."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cian Ducrot Grasps Every Little Special Moment in "Something I Can't Afford"
May 28, 2024
"'Something I Can't Afford' was written in a moment where I was feeling really down about wasting time when fighting with my partner."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sports Team Reflect on American Gun Culture in Latest Single "Bang Bang Bang"
January 10, 2025
The cinematic and sharp single is deft, harrowing, and poignant.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Alexandra Starr Is Her Most Unapologetic Self in Cheeky Single "Freakalicious"
April 29, 2025
"'Freakalicious' is just you being that girl, confident, sexy, fierce, walking in a room and just being that bitch."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Appleby Opens Up on "Luck"
July 14, 2020
Illinois native Appleby releases a vulnerable ode to self-discovery.
Author:
Malc.
Cuffed Up Share Live Performance of Donny Darkà¶ff [Premiere]
October 26, 2020
LA-based indie-punk quartet Cuffed Up has returned with a live version of their song "Donny Darkà¶ff" inspired by a very famous Don.
Modern Tales Takes Us Through Their Debut Album ‘Stars Align’ Track By Track
July 17, 2023
The duo walks us through their cinematic, dance-inducing debut effort.
Author:
DJ Connor
Quarters Of Change Are "Heaven bound" In Enthralling New Single
October 27, 2023
"'Heaven Bound' is about a period of nihilism, isolation, and addiction. Specifically using addiction to cope."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
poptropicaslutz! Reignite a Y2K-Era Love Affair in "Lovers In Arms"
April 22, 2024
Drawing from Y2K pop stardom, indie sleaze, pop-punk, and Soundcloud's rap era, poptropicaslutz! is a tour de force.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Gracie Abrams’ “Risk” Is Chaotic Indie-Pop Perfection For the Delulu Girlies
May 3, 2024
If you have ever had a crush on literally anyone ever, then “Risk” is for you.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Carter Vail Gives His Ex Their Just Desserts On Latest Single, "Baked Alaska"
November 16, 2024
“Baked Alaska,” further cements his reputation as an innovative and whimsical talent to watch in the pop world.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon