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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
Barry Can’t Swim’s Sophomore Album 'Loner' Brings Listeners on a Danceable and Deeply Introspective Sonic Journey
July 15, 2025
The album features twelve tracks coated in rock, gospel, orchestral, and spoken-word influences, creating an authentic and personal project that brings listeners on the rollercoaster ride that is the last year of Mainnie’s life.
Author:
India Yeoh
Embracing The Wrong Side of 25 with Grace Davies [Q&A]
July 14, 2025
We sat down with this fiery singer for a deep dive on the album, good curry in London, and the beautiful aftermath of a mid-20s crisis.
Author:
DJ Connor
Wet Leg Follows a Feeling to a Landmark Sophomore Album in 'moisturizer'
July 14, 2025
Rage, love, and destruction co-exist in the English act's long-awaited follow-up album.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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.
Author:
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