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Issue 11: The Class of 2026
January 20, 2026
Our first issue of 2026 welcomes our class of 2026, Boylife, recaps our top albums of the past year, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Lexa Gates Sophomore Album, I Am, Is A Quiet Claiming of Space
January 17, 2026
Vulnerable without being fragile and confident without being guarded, I Am feels like Gates stepping closer to herself in real time.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Quarters Delivers Stellar Double Single With "HEADLIGHT" and "PERFECT WORD"
January 17, 2026
The twin singles continue Quarters’ momentum, evolving into a full-scale rock act, connecting with their roots and demanding your attention.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Top 30 Artists to Watch in 2026
January 16, 2026
Meet the OnesToWatch class of 2026.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Feng Goes "Cali Crazy" in Nostalgic, Sun-Soaked Single
January 16, 2026
California has a history of inspiring some of the best songs, and it looks like Feng’s “Cali Crazy” is going to be joining that list.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Fcukers Deliver a Dreamlike Dancefloor Escape in "L.U.C.K.Y."
January 16, 2026
While it feels like we’re living in the worst timeline, at least we count ourselves “lucky” that we live in the timeline where Fcukers is releasing new music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
2026 May Be the Year of the Horse, But Oxis' '8' Will Make It the Year of the Fish!
January 16, 2026
After ending the year opening for Magdalena Bay´s US-Canada tour, LA-based artist Oxis (Latin for ¨tuna¨) is kicking off the year with the release of her album, Oxis 8.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Buffalo Traffic Jam’s New Single Lives Between Comfort and Heartbreak
January 16, 2026
From couch covers to sold-out shows, what started as two friends playing covers on a couch has turned into an almost completely sold-out tour.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Solya Announces Debut Album With Release Of New Single "Tell Me It's Over"
January 14, 2026
West Texas singer-songwriter phenom Solya is foreshadowing her reign, announcing the release of her debut album Queen of Texas, out March 6.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Theo Bleak is 'Bargaining' For Connection on Her Latest Album [Q&A]
January 12, 2026
Bleak answered all our burning questions about the 14-track project, covering a transformative year of grief.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Holly Humberstone Teases Debut Album With Swoon-Worthy "Kissing In Swimming Pools"
October 9, 2023
Humberstone juxtaposes ubiquitous experiences with powerfully personal writing, creating a profoundly moving and relatable anthem.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Wallows' "Your New Favorite Song" Cruises Into Dreamy Indie Pop Waters
January 17, 2025
Immediately gooey and lavender-scented, "Your New Favorite Song" is a dreamlike joyride down the coast.
Author:
René Cobar
Daniel Seavey Pens a Comeback Anthem in “Second Wind”
February 5, 2025
, “Second Wind” is an enticingly vibrant, deliciously abstract pop microcosm.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Tahj Keeton on His New Album 'Celebrity Jesus,' Best Thai food in ATL, and the Importance of Wearing Crocs [Q&A]
April 23, 2025
'Celebrity Jesus' sees Keeton entering a new era of his career and personal life.
Author:
Gia Acosta
Christinna O Releases Her Beautiful Rage on "Hot Head"
July 20, 2020
Spoken word poet and R&B singer Christinna O expresses herself on honest new single, "Hot Head."
Author:
Malc.
Noah Elliott Delivers a Hard Message in a Quirky-Feel Good Way in "Selling Out" Video
October 9, 2020
Noah Elliott has released his second single, "Selling Out," and unlike the title suggests, it's anything but.
Author:
Paige MacDonald
LA Producer GYYPS Returns With Fiery New Single "Careless"
March 8, 2021
LA-based multi-instrumentalist, producer, and visual artist GYYPS returns with his newest single "Careless," releasing alongside its own eclectic visual.
Author:
Carter Fife
NOT A TOY Kick Off Our Sad Summer With the Earworm "say so" [Premiere]
July 12, 2023
"say so" is all about "this idea of wanting someone so bad, but you’re stuck in limbo waiting for them to finally say how they feel."
Author:
DJ Connor
Benét Reclaims the Freedom of a Carefree Day in "No Alarm"
September 5, 2023
“No Alarm” doesn’t require much of you to enjoy. It’s playful, a sonic ease at its very core.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Crooked Teeth And John Harvie Got A "Problem" On New Mosh-Worthy Single | THE NOISE
October 5, 2023
Cali-trio Crooked Teeth and fellow rising pop-punk star John Harvie kick hyper-masculinity in the face with the release of their latest single, "Problem."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon