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![Dounia Claims Her Throne in "Royal"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/dounia-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Dounia Claims Her Throne in "Royal"
February 22, 2019
Her dreamy blend of singing and rapping is showcased in this inspiring anthem about thinking outside of the box to climb to the top.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![Col3trane, DJDS, and RAYE Bear "The Fruits" of Their Labor in R&B Stunner](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/col3trane-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Col3trane, DJDS, and RAYE Bear "The Fruits" of Their Labor in R&B Stunner
February 21, 2019
"The Fruits" sees Col3trane and Raye trading verses of burning R&B precision atop bass-heavy production courtesy of DJDS.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Harry Hudson and Jaden Smith Let Their Hearts Bleed in "Just Slide" Video](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/harry-hudson-jaden-smith-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Harry Hudson and Jaden Smith Let Their Hearts Bleed in "Just Slide" Video
February 20, 2019
We are still as infatuated as ever by this otherworldly blend of brooding R&B and electro-pop aesthetics.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Bruno Major's Latest Is a Resoundingly Sensual "Old Fashioned" Love Number](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/bruno-major-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Bruno Major's Latest Is a Resoundingly Sensual "Old Fashioned" Love Number
February 19, 2019
Major has given the time-honored love song a breath of fresh air.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Brendan Bennett Debuts a Party Anthem For Our Pockets with "Rich Friends" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/brendan-bennett-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Brendan Bennett Debuts a Party Anthem For Our Pockets with "Rich Friends" [PREMIERE]
February 18, 2019
Finally, a song for ballin' on a budget.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![Kyle Dion Seduces Us in Sexy & Psychedelic "Not All The Way" Video](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kyle-dion-ones-to-watch.png)
Kyle Dion Seduces Us in Sexy & Psychedelic "Not All The Way" Video
February 15, 2019
The underrated R&B world has truly been blessed to receive lush melodies from the soulful swooner known as Kyle Dion.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Simon On The Moon Makes Up For All Subpar Pop Music with Intelligent "Lied 2 U" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/simon-on-the-moon-ones-to-watch-3.jpg)
Simon On The Moon Makes Up For All Subpar Pop Music with Intelligent "Lied 2 U" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
"To me this is a straight up pop song about bumping into a past love."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![TOBi Finds Inspiration in Sigmund Freud for Voluptuous Single, "Sweet Poison"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/TOBI-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
TOBi Finds Inspiration in Sigmund Freud for Voluptuous Single, "Sweet Poison"
February 14, 2019
"In this song, I wanted to be open with my vices to show it's a prominent part of the human experience."
Author:
Andra Nechita
![AUGUST 08 and Smino Meditate on Lost Love in "Blood on My Hands"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/august-08-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
AUGUST 08 and Smino Meditate on Lost Love in "Blood on My Hands"
February 13, 2019
The fusion of tribal, hip-hop, and electronica undercurrents that surge forth paint a picture of love lost under the flashing lights of the dance floor.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Ginette Claudette Is On To Something with Alluring "Slow Up" Video [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ginette-claudette-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Ginette Claudette Is On To Something with Alluring "Slow Up" Video [PREMIERE]
February 13, 2019
"It's no secret a lot of my influence comes from '90s R&B."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![Montell Fish's "Hotel" Is a Haunting, Hypnotic Affair](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/montell-fish-hotel-1663345936.jpeg)
Montell Fish's "Hotel" Is a Haunting, Hypnotic Affair
September 16, 2022
Melancholic and lucid, “Hotel” sees the distinctive artist making the most of his otherworldly talents.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
![Mustafa's "Stay Alive" Brings a New Weight To The Phrase "Music With a Message"](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/mustafathepoet_21688755_222971838233689_2332796849573855232_n_1584554282.jpg)
Mustafa's "Stay Alive" Brings a New Weight To The Phrase "Music With a Message"
March 18, 2020
These are the words of Mustafa, a poet, filmmaker, activist, and songwriter who brings a new weight to the phrase "music with a message."
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
![Meet d4vd, the Gamer Turned Accidental Breakout Star [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/d4vd-interview-ones-to-watch-1664903523.jpg)
Meet d4vd, the Gamer Turned Accidental Breakout Star [Q&A]
October 4, 2022
"Every single genre is my artistry, I never had to come out of a box. It’s all me."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
![Q's "Stereo Driver" Is a Nostalgic, Intergalactic Venture](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/q-stereo-driver-1664211422.jpg)
Q's "Stereo Driver" Is a Nostalgic, Intergalactic Venture
September 26, 2022
It’s all too easy to get lost in the kaleidoscope of Q’s sound.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
![Serena Isioma Is Crafting a Vibe All Her Own](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Serena-Isioma-ones-to-watch_1585069843.jpg)
Serena Isioma Is Crafting a Vibe All Her Own
March 24, 2020
Isioma is a slow burn that is quickly heating up.
Author:
Jenna Singer
![10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/veyah-better-than-boys-1678815422.jpeg)
10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]
March 14, 2023
Get familiar with the 18-year-old rising star.
Author:
DJ Connor
![The Visual for Mereba's "Sandstorm" feat J.I.D Gives Texture to a Haunting Track](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/mereba-ones-to-watch-2_1562711044.png)
The Visual for Mereba's "Sandstorm" feat J.I.D Gives Texture to a Haunting Track
July 9, 2019
R&B singer/songwriter Mereba has released a video for "Sandstorm" ft J.I.D., one that is as mesmerizing and emotional as the single itself.
Author:
Jess Myers
!['How Do You Feel About Getting Married?' Is a Captivating Testament to What Dijon Does Best](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Dijon - otw_1589810932.jpg)
'How Do You Feel About Getting Married?' Is a Captivating Testament to What Dijon Does Best
May 18, 2020
"Romance is all over these little stories, and so is disappointment and so is desperation."
Author:
Maddy Quach
RICEWINE Is Navigating His Way Through "Selfluv" [Q&A]
March 11, 2020
"If you're not at peace with yourself, you will never find happiness in someone else..."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Nina Cobham Is Manchester's Next Big Thing](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/nina-cobham_1585581889.jpg)
Nina Cobham Is Manchester's Next Big Thing
March 30, 2020
Cobham is the bilingual Manchester sensation delivering bedroom R&B worthy of immense critical praise.
Author:
Precious Kato