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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
Indie-Pop Darling UPSAHL Combats Superficiality with "Drugs"
January 22, 2019
19-year-old UPSAHL's latest single is a powerfully provocative piece of indie pop that isn't even about taking drugs.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
Hey Violet's "Better By Myself" Is an Empowering Bout of Self-Love
April 12, 2019
"I think we need to fall in love with ourselves before we fall in love with anybody else."
Author:
Alyssa Yung
Meet Flyana Boss, the Breakout Duo Running Through Our Hearts and Playlists [Q&A]
July 20, 2023
Flyana Boss is more than just a viral success; they're what's next.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Remy Bond Stuns with a Stirring Snapshot of America in “Red White and Blue”
November 13, 2024
“Red White and Blue” is a diamond in the rough that glimmers with Remy Bond’s unabashed and authentic disposition.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
ggwendolyn Lets Us in on the Chaos of Figuring Yourself Out in "nancy & the crooked cowboy"
June 12, 2023
'nancy & the crooked cowboy' offers an eclectic and candid look at depression, unrequited love, and the chaos of coming of age.
Author:
Emily Foster
2020 GRAMMYs Predictions: Who Is the Next "Best New Artist?"
February 11, 2019
With Dua Lipa taking home the honor at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards, who is next in line for the crown?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
MICHELLE Is Challenging the Modern-Day Music Collective
February 18, 2020
MICHELLE exists in the nostalgic warmth of New York in the summer.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Your Grandparents Deftly Mash Hip Hop and R&B into an Intoxicating Blend of Alternative Soul [Q&A]
July 17, 2020
Ones To Watch had a chance to sit down with the group, comprised of DaCosta (vocals), Jean Carter (vocals), and ghettoblasterman (producer) to discuss their latest single "So Damn Fly."
Author:
Mike Olinger
Cavetown's 'Man's Best Friend' Is an EP Always Ready to Embrace You
June 4, 2021
In accepting all the contrasting emotions of the human experience Cavetown has created an EP sure to become your next best friend.
Author:
Jolene Latimer
Take A Trip Inside Ambar Lucid's Mind with Stunning Debut EP, 'Dreaming Lucid'
March 1, 2019
Lucid's debut EP is delightfully true to her artistry; down to earth, boundary-pushing and culturally diverse.
Author:
Anna Scholfield