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Daydreamers’ Debut EP Catapults Listeners into a World of Purifying Fantasy
November 16, 2024
The band leans into a complex theme of escaping into their daydreams while also reveling in their sometimes aching feelings.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Rose Gray Debuts a Mind-Bending Number With Her New Single, “Wet & Wild”
November 16, 2024
Inspired by a buzzing night across NYC’s lively Soho streets, “Wet & Wild” oozes the kind of mind-bending acid house sounds that invigorate the body into motion.
Author:
René Cobar
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
IDER Demands Bodily Autonomy in Indie Pop Anthem "Know How It Hurts"
November 16, 2024
The duo’s earnest voices accompanied by a driving beat turns a doomsday anthem into an anthem of hope and change.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Alaska Reid and Dylan Fraser Join Forces to Debut Duo, Witch Post
November 15, 2024
“Chill Out” embodies the best of alt rock, with gritty guitar and raw vocals from both parties that achieves the perfect balance of soft and hard.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Wallice Reveals Debut Album, "The Jester," Plus Passionfruit Martinis and Limited Edition Merch Mugs [Q&A]
November 15, 2024
While Wallice’s sound has always been earnest, crafty & self aware, this work is at its best, ensuring "The Jester" in our must-listen albums of the year.
Author:
DJ Connor
Camille Schmidt Pairs Personal Growth with Blunt Self-Awareness on "XOXO"
November 15, 2024
Camille’s smart songwriting is full of personality, balancing humor with an underlying weight of hard truth.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Jacqui's "Mmm!" Captures Both Ends of her Self-Described "Two-faced" Sound
November 15, 2024
Convulsing between banter, rap and sweet singing, Jacqui creates a funky, post-academic dreamscape of pop.
Author:
DJ Connor
Rachel Prancer is Going Anywhere But "backwards" on Captivating New Single
November 15, 2024
Prancer has a way with words and a vulnerability that allows listeners to feel a little less alone as they navigate all the complexities life throws at them.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Zoe Ko Laughs In The Face Of Misogyny On New Single "Lucky"
November 14, 2024
The native New Yorker continues to highlight the female experience on her latest alt-rock-tinged single and explores themes of authenticity and empowerment.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Issue 04: The Haunting
October 19, 2023
Our latest issue features haunting tales from Holly Humberstone, Zeph, Joey Valence & Brae, Ellise, and much more. Read at your own peril.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Maya Hawke Questions Everything in “Missing Out”
February 20, 2024
Hawke writes with an honest charm and “Missing Out” is no exception.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Beabadoobee Imbues 'Loveworm (Bedroom Sessions)' With a Comfortable Warmth
July 9, 2019
'Loveworm (Bedroom Sessions)' is comprised of somber lullabies that somehow make you feel so warm and full, yet so sad and pensive.
Author:
Jess Myers
Jozzy Takes Us into the Writing Session for "Old Town Road (feat. Billy Ray Cyrus)" [ANATOMY OF A SONG]
May 7, 2019
Get to know the songwriter who merged the hip hop & country spheres by writing Billy Ray Cyrus's verse on Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road Remix."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Rayana Jay and DUCKWRTH Experience a Temporary Love in Sensual "Love Me Like"
March 15, 2019
Bay area singer-songwriter Rayana Jay and Los Angeles rapper DUCKWRTH unite northern and southern California in their groovy collaboration.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
ASTN Is as Good as Gold
January 5, 2022
ASTN is an artist that just has a way with music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Bruno Major Re-Introduces Himself With "We Were Never Really Friends"
May 5, 2023
“We Were Never Really Friends” reintroduces us to the lush landscape of Bruno Major’s songwriting, laden with fresh foliage after the artist’s 3 year hiatus.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Dominic Fike's 'Sunburn' Is a Sun-Soaked Self-Portrait of Nostalgia, Florida, and Lost Innocence
July 7, 2023
Fike's 'Sunburn' feels less like a contender for album of the summer and more like a self-portrait painted in golden hues.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
ROLE MODEL Drops Star-Studded “Look At That Woman” Video
June 25, 2024
“It’s my coping song disguised as a nice, easygoing little jam.”
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Ruel Tries to Extend a Helping Hand in "You Against Yourself"
August 19, 2022
Ruel pairs complex subject matter with effortlessly infectious pop in his latest outing.
Author:
Dillon Stave