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Samia Distorts Expectations on New Single, “Bovine Excision”
January 27, 2025
Samia has never been afraid to say what no one else wants to say.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Trousdale Releases Soulful Lead Single “Growing Pains”
January 27, 2025
In “Growing Pains” and throughout their discography, Trousdale holds femininity and fun close.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Bea and Her Business on Her First U.S. Tour, Embroidered Jean Jackets, and Early-in-life Competitiveness [Q&A]
January 26, 2025
We got the behind-the-scenes scoop from the rising pop artist on her first musical excursion to the states.
Author:
Katherine Cardinale
Hope Tala Reminds Us to Rise from the Ashes in “Phoenix”
January 25, 2025
The resounding single brings us one step closer to Hope Tala's debut album, "Hope Handwritten."
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Kacy Hill's "Time's Up" Is An Organic and Hard-Hitting Anomaly of True Collaboration
January 25, 2025
Touched by prolific artists like 6LACK, Ryan Beatty, and Jim-E Stack, this song flows with different pulses of inspiration.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Isabel Pless Sips on Hometown Nostalgia in "Shirley Temples
January 24, 2025
Draped in vivid lyricism, Pless invites us into her picturesque home in Vermont with this lighthearted tune.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Get To Know Ishan in 10 Questions or Less
January 23, 2025
Ishan’s music is a dynamic blend of indie-pop, alternative rock, and acoustic elements, shaped by his diverse cultural heritage.
Oklou and Bladee Reach Ethereal New Heights in "take me by the hand"
January 22, 2025
"take me by the hand" lands somewhere between heaven and Earth.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cut The Kids in Half Release Profound "Song of Two Humans" Ahead Of Debut LP
January 22, 2025
"It's about what it's like when you discover everything about someone, and one day you realize you don't like what you've found."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
A Guide on Supporting LA’s Music Community Affected By the Wildfires
January 21, 2025
From all of us at Ones To Watch, remember that you are not alone.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Maya Hawke's “Thérèse” Is a Tranquil Portrait of Fleeting Magic
July 6, 2022
The Stranger Things star offers up a serene reflection ahead of the release of her sophomore album.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Isabel LaRosa Casts a Spell on Us in ‘YOU FEAR THE GOD THAT LOVES YOU’
March 24, 2023
‘YOU FEAR THE GOD THAT LOVES YOU’ is wrapped in an intoxicating cocktail of teenage angst and a fog of conflicting religious imagery.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Omar Apollo's "Killing Me" Sees Him Caught Between Love and Infatuation
March 15, 2022
Apollo is equally ready to welcome a new era and a new sound.
Author:
Holly Alvarado
13 Music Podcasts You Should Be Listening to Right Now
August 29, 2019
From in-depth examinations of your favorite music to dramatized true crime - style narratives, these are the music podcasts you need to be listening to.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Best Anime to Watch If You Love Music
May 13, 2020
Now is a better time than ever to rediscover a classic or binge-watch a new favorite.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Khamari Releases the Introspective "Doctor, My Eyes"
November 23, 2021
LA-based artist Khamari has a knack for making his personal introspection relatable.
Author:
Malcolm J. Gray
Chappell Roan's "Good Luck, Babe!" Is a Queer Anthem For the Situationship Era
April 5, 2024
"I needed to write a song about a common situationship within queer relationships — where someone is struggling with coming to terms with themselves."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Joji Takes His Sound to Intergalactic Heights with Calming "Sanctuary"
June 17, 2019
For three minutes flat, "Sanctuary" gently lifts you out of reality and envelopes you in a zero-gravity space.
Author:
Jess Myers
Doja Cat Goes Full Grunge With the Best Friend Anthem, "Bottom Bitch"
October 3, 2019
Who allowed Doja Cat to channel 2002 this hard?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet Chenayder, the Breakout High School Artist Crafting an Indie Pop Dream in 'Blue Oblivion'
May 26, 2023
At only 16, bedroom pop newcomer Chenayder is making a name for herself.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene