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The Aces continue to shine in latest single “Twin Flame”
July 18, 2025
The upbeat disco pop single dives into the complex feelings of holding on to something you should probably let go of.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Gatlin Teases Debut Album with Latest Single “Jesus Christ and Country Clubs”
July 17, 2025
Gatlin is continuing to reflect on her time growing up queer in the South in her latest single “Jesus Christ and Country Clubs.”
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Dasha Writes an Ode to Her Younger Self in “Oh, Anna!”
July 17, 2025
Using her newfound confidence from success to find her sound, Dasha is consistently proving herself as a country singer-songwriter who’s undoubtedly one to watch.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
On 'George,' Jake Minch Recoils, Self-Loathes, Falters, and Learns to Love Through His Growing Pains [Q&A]
July 17, 2025
In this in-depth discussion on Minch's album, we learn about middle-of-the-country syndrome, a Kurt Vile obsession, and sleeping with the door open.
Author:
Noah Wade
Olivia Dean Embraces Change in “Lady Lady”
July 17, 2025
“Lady Lady,” the second single from Olivia Dean’s upcoming and highly anticipated sophomore album, The Art of Loving, is a graceful ode to feminine strength.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Where’s Jai Deliver a Coming of Age Soundtrack With their Debut Album ‘Fresh Out Of Air’.
July 16, 2025
In a world increasingly oversaturated with calculated algorithms and pre-packaged pop, New Zealand’s Where’s Jai come crashing through with something genuinely refreshing: Fresh Out Of Air.
Author:
Camila Roa
From Opera to the Core of Classic Rock, The Sophs Embody the Next Great Band [Q&A]
July 16, 2025
Ever so curious about such a uniquely committed and complementary group, so early in their careers, we snuck the group into our nice executive conference room for a proper deep dive.
Author:
DJ Connor
Sun Room is Focused on “Raw, Loud, Rock ‘n Roll” in Latest EP Ritual of Chaos
July 15, 2025
Ritual of Chaos is made for late nights and noise complaints.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Chloe Star's EP Apt. 1101 Is A Battlecry of Alt-Pop Bravado
July 15, 2025
Apt. 1101 is a well-rounded sophomore EP, short and sweet – with enough range of what Star excels at, transcending genre norms by challenging what we expect a modern rocker to sound like and making it so much better.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Joey Valence & Brae Announce Third Album, HYPERYOUTH, With Electric Double Single
July 15, 2025
A well anticipated follow up to the critically acclaimed PUNK TACTICS and NO HANDS, JVB continues to shine in their maximalist reinterpretation of classic emcee / rapper duo with a refreshing, vibrant style.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
A R I Z O N A & Avicii Magnify the Importance of Mental Health In "Hold The Line"
June 6, 2019
"We didn't learn until after Avicii's passing that this song had made its way into Tim's hands and really resonated with him."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Genres Don't Apply to Bryce Bishop
February 23, 2022
Bishop weaves together the threads of Midwest emo, anti-pop, hip-hop, and alternative to create a patchwork vision all his own.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rapper love-sadKiD Begs Us to "Look At The Time" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
At a notably young age, Ben McGibboney sacrificed a promising career in football and created the innovative moniker love-sadKiD to serve as their entry way into the booming rap world.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Ruby Waters Has a "Supernatural" Gift for Alternative Songwriting [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 20, 2019
Always honest in her outstanding songwriting, Waters channels her purest emotions and expresses her truest self.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
For Holly Humberstone, Baring Her Heart and Soul Comes Naturally [Q&A]
November 11, 2021
"I don't think I'll ever feel like I've written my best song. It's a blessing and a curse."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Arden Jones Evokes an Endless Summer With 'age tape 8'
September 6, 2022
'age tap 8' makes it feel like summer is just beginning.
Author:
Dillon Stave
The 25 Best Albums of 2024, According to OnesToWatch Staff
December 27, 2024
We celebrate the end of the year by counting down the albums that soundtracked our 2024.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Jean Dawson's 'Pixel Bath' Is a Masterclass on Staring Down Your Demons
October 26, 2020
<i>Pixel Bath</i> is a self-contained world; reveling in its own sense of triumph at each and every rapturous twist and turn.
Author:
Maddy Quach
SEBASTIAN PAUL Scores a Moment of Transition in 'BOY OH BOY'
September 17, 2019
"Each track looks to serve as a snapshot into this transitional phase of life, a set of experiences, and lessons."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Charlotte Lawrence Comes to Terms With Heartbreak in "Slow Motion"
July 24, 2020
"Slow Motion" is an ethereal waltz of heartbreak, lingering feelings, and eventual acceptance.
Author:
Ruby Scott