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![Kacy Hill Opens Up on the Difficult Desire to Be 'Simple, Sweet, and Smiling' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kacy-hill-interview-simple-sweet-and-smiling_1634327234.jpeg)
Kacy Hill Opens Up on the Difficult Desire to Be 'Simple, Sweet, and Smiling' [Q&A]
October 15, 2021
"It became this kind of aspirational identity, like the persona that I wish I was more of."
Author:
Carter Fife
![Chelsea Cutler Is Recapturing the Euphoria of Human Connection [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/chelsea-cutler-when-i-close-my-eyes-interview_1634324696.jpg)
Chelsea Cutler Is Recapturing the Euphoria of Human Connection [Q&A]
October 15, 2021
"There's an emotion for everyone. There's a thought for everyone. There's contemplation for everyone."
Author:
EJ Saftner

FINNEAS' Debut Album 'Optimist' Arrives as a Heart-Rending and Timeless Record
October 15, 2021
<i>Optimist</i> is a project full of hindsight, masterfully crafted production, and warranted pessimism.
Author:
Giselle Libby

PinkPantheress' 'to hell with it' Is a Euphoric and Wistful Glimpse Into Her World
October 15, 2021
<i>to hell with it</i> is evidence that while PinkPantheress' sound may be distinctive, in no way is it one-dimensional.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Khi Infinite's Debut Album 'Take What You Need' Is a Limitless Take on Hip-Hop
October 12, 2021
Khi's debut pulls from disparate and far-ranging soundscapes, ranging from alternative rock to beach pop.
Author:
Carter Fife
![JW Francis Follows the Feeling on 'WANDERKID' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jw-francis-interview_1634057702.jpeg)
JW Francis Follows the Feeling on 'WANDERKID' [Q&A]
October 12, 2021
JW Francis captures the candid stories of the people who come in and out of his life, even if just for a moment.
Author:
Ally Rincà²n

LOVER Breaks Down His Sophomore EP 'Rookie Era,' Track By Track
October 11, 2021
<i>Rookie Era</i> is an album brimming with life and resilience.
Author:
Ruby Scott

boylife's 'gelato' Is an Unflinching Portrait of Humanity
October 11, 2021
<i>gelato</i> is a Jackson Pollock splatter of the human experience.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![TOMI on the Heartbreaking Honesty of 'Sweet, Sweet Honey' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/TOMI-sweet-sweet-honey_1633710793.jpeg)
TOMI on the Heartbreaking Honesty of 'Sweet, Sweet Honey' [Q&A]
October 8, 2021
"Whether it's love, lust, or vices, it all starts from a place of pure sweetness; we want more and more of it until we completely lose ourselves in it."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Johnny Stimson Emerges From His Cocoon on 'Butterflies'
October 8, 2021
Johnny has found a sound that can take him as far as his talent, imagination, and wings will carry him.
Author:
DJ Connor
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Childish Major's 'Dirt Road Diamond' Shines Bright
September 6, 2019
South Carolina native Childish Major returns to his roots with his newest release, with features from Ludacris, Earthgang, Buddy, and Tish Hyman.
Author:
Precious Kato

Beach Bunny Unleashes a Spectacular ‘Emotional Creature’ With Sophomore Album
August 2, 2022
"'Emotional Creature' is, at its center, an album about allowing oneself to feel the full spectrum of human emotions."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
![Get a Taste of Heartbreak in LA with Riah's Dreamy 'Heartbreak Magic' EP [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/riah-ones-to-watch_1568140679.jpg)
Get a Taste of Heartbreak in LA with Riah's Dreamy 'Heartbreak Magic' EP [Q&A]
September 10, 2019
"At the end of the day, that's what anyone wants. To be connected, understood, and loved by other people."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![LEISURE Paves a Yellow Brick Road to Success with a 'TWISTER' of Psychedelic R&B [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/leisure-ones-to-watch-6_1564527774.jpg)
LEISURE Paves a Yellow Brick Road to Success with a 'TWISTER' of Psychedelic R&B [Q&A]
July 30, 2019
"As devout fans of music, we know that it's often more special to find something for yourself, on your own time. There's no rush; we're not going anywhere."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Joe Xu's 'The Grass Is Always Greener' Is a Debut of Endless Promise
July 23, 2021
On most of her debut album, the conventions of songwriting and production work in harmonious parallel.
Author:
DJ Connor
![TOMI on the Heartbreaking Honesty of 'Sweet, Sweet Honey' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/TOMI-sweet-sweet-honey_1633710793.jpeg)
TOMI on the Heartbreaking Honesty of 'Sweet, Sweet Honey' [Q&A]
October 8, 2021
"Whether it's love, lust, or vices, it all starts from a place of pure sweetness; we want more and more of it until we completely lose ourselves in it."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
![AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aylo-ones-to-watch_1565116278.jpg)
AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]
August 6, 2019
In celebration of his new music, we recently chatted with AYLà˜ about his musical upbringing, his continual growth, and of course, 'dnt'dlt.'
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

LO MOON Expands Their Cinematic Sound on 'A Modern Life'
February 28, 2022
On their sophomore effort, LO MOON leans into bolder, more cosmic vibes.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
![Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/noe-ones-to-watch_1559853161.jpg)
Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]
June 6, 2019
Born and raised in France, Los Angeles-based Noé is the sweet girl next door who also happens to have a lot to say.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul