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Christian Blue Flexes a Versatile and Unpredictable Flow on "Pink Soda"
August 16, 2021
"Pink Soda" exists as a nebulous fusion of unorthodox hip-hop, skittering production, and alternative flourishes.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Augustine's Tear-Swelling "Summer Wine" Is a Testament to His Artistry
August 16, 2021
As the world began to open up, Augustine was left feeling more distant than ever.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Junior Mesa's 'Cirque Du Freak' Is Out of Control, and That's the Way He Likes It
August 16, 2021
Plagued equally by a crushing confusion and an undying hope, Junior Mesa channels his feelings of alienation into a standout project.
Author:
Carter Fife
Aries' "Kids on Molly" Is the Soundtrack to Your Fleeting Youth
August 13, 2021
"Kids on Molly" is not a coming-of-age story but an anthem meant to carry you through your lowest lows.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Enigmatic Duo Junior Varsity Release Their Highly-Anticipated Debut EP
August 13, 2021
<i>Junior Varsity</i> captures all the unrelenting emotional pathos of the duo's infamous semi-secret shows.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
ericdoa Dives Headfirst Into Angst and Confidence in "back n forth"
August 13, 2021
ericdoa further cements his role as one of the young voices leading the coming tidal wave that is hyperpop.
Author:
EJ Saftner
Bella Poarch Opens Up About Her Sexual Assault on Sub Urban Collab "Inferno"
August 13, 2021
"This is something I haven't been ready to share with you just yet... But I'm ready now."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Still Woozy's Debut Album 'If This Isn't Nice, I Don't Know What Is' Is a Sonic Playground
August 13, 2021
In his debut album, Still Woozy is given the creative freedom and space to explore every left-field idea to its fullest.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
chloe moriondo and mazie Remind Us It's Okay to Be "not okay"
August 13, 2021
"not okay" leaves you unsure if you're meant to dance, cry, or do a bit of both.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Who Is Kenny Mason? | Kenny Mason on Frank Ocean and Copping a PS5
August 12, 2021
Meet the Atlanta rapper with an intoxicating, genre-bending vision for rap.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Brahny Portrays "Paradise" with Wavy Synths & Intense Beijing Opera [PREMIERE]
August 21, 2019
"'Paradise' is an attempt to show (in an overly dramatic way) that regardless of how perfect an initial love or infatuation is, there will likely be stuff you've gotta deal with and work on."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Will the Gossip Girl Reboot Soundtrack Live Up to the Original's Absolutely Wild One?
July 7, 2021
These are the sort of questions that keep me up at night.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Samia Flaunts a Marked Evolution on 'Scout' [Q&A]
July 23, 2021
For Scout, Samia used a time of uncertainty to search out positivity in unlikely places.
Author:
Brooke Tuozzo
Lexi Jayde Comes Back to Herself in "self sabotage"
May 2, 2022
"self sabotage" is an anthemic reminder that healing is not a linear process.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Bakar Finds His Freedom in 'Halo'
September 28, 2023
Bakar plants his feet firmly with 'Halo,' a soul-bearing album that marries British rock with pop indie in an exclamatory font.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Issue 09: Summer Forever
July 24, 2025
Our latest issue features cover star Brittany Broski, UMI, and Ashley Sienna.
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Ones To Watch Staff
Outside Lands 2019: 10 Ones to Catch (Who Aren't Twenty One Pilots or Paul Simon)
August 7, 2019
This year's Outside Lands features plenty more to experience than "Grass Lands."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
LAUNDRY DAY Shines Bright in 'LIGHT UP SHOES 2'
December 2, 2019
Inspired by BROCKHAMPTON, the high school collective is bending the rules of hip-hop and anti-pop.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Civ Pierre Returns with Lyrically Intricate Tracks "BILLIE" and "THE LAW"
January 29, 2021
Anonymous artist, Civ Pierre, has an unorthodox approach that makes his music undeniably captivating.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Hope Tala's "Party Sickness" Is a Meme-Inspired Spring Anthem
February 3, 2022
"I wanted it to be an anthem for people who consider themselves to be the life and soul of the party."
Author:
Holly Alvarado