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Pom Pom Squad: A Journey From Packed Apartments to Packed Venues
February 3, 2022
Pom Pom Squad has an unapologetically outspoken vision for indie rock.
![Royal & the Serpent Poises the Uncomfortable Question: 'IF I DIED WOULD ANYONE CARE' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Royal-the-Serpent-interview-if-i-died-would-anyone-care_1643828034.jpeg)
Royal & the Serpent Poises the Uncomfortable Question: 'IF I DIED WOULD ANYONE CARE' [Q&A]
February 2, 2022
"I think the goal in this project specifically is to kill those parts of me - the parts that only care about what other people think about me and just want to be so well-liked."
Author:
Dana Jacobs

Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
Author:
Holly Alvarado

Max Bennett Kelly Navigates Imposter Syndrome on "Fresh Green at the Gallery"
February 1, 2022
"Nobody's making shit like this right now. Maybe ever."
Author:
Joey Legittino

gabby start's "the fractal song" Is a Love Letter to Math, Drugs, and Hyperpop
January 31, 2022
If you're a fan of artists like aldn or glaive, then gabby start should be the next hyperpop artist on your radar.
Author:
Carter Fife

renforshort Returns With "moshpit," a Delicate Banger
January 31, 2022
"It's about an annoying relationship where you're treated like garbage and just keep trying to get out."
Author:
Tatum Van Dam

Sueco Captures the Teenage Turmoil of My Chemical Romance on "Loser"
January 28, 2022
"I wanted to write a song for the 15-year-old me."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

glaive Does a Victory Lap With 'old dog, new tricks'
January 27, 2022
Breakout hyperpop star glaive has shaped the genre in his image.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Nilüfer Yanya Revolves Around Pain and Vulnerability on "Midnight Sun"
January 26, 2022
"Midnight Sun" is at once dark and shimmering, shifting effortlessly between tensions and release.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa

Chelsea Collins Bids a Sweet Farewell to a Toxic Ex on "Wish U Hell"
January 26, 2022
"'Wish U Hell' evokes the nostalgic feeling of being nine years old, jumping on my bed, pretending I'm a rockstar."
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
![Lani Rose Prescribes Compassion for Repairing a "Damaged" Relationship [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lani-rose-ones-to-watch-cropped_1562342900.jpg)
Lani Rose Prescribes Compassion for Repairing a "Damaged" Relationship [PREMIERE]
July 5, 2019
Enter Lani Rose, a fresh-faced trans-genre artist whose goal is to instill courage, compassion, and self-love in his listeners through his music.
Author:
Miranda Hyman

Jelani Aryeh Is Blissfully Sentimental on New Single "Marigold"
March 25, 2021
Jelani Aryeh is a name you should definitely be familiar with.
Author:
Tyler Borland
![Ruby Waters Has a "Supernatural" Gift for Alternative Songwriting [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ruby-waters-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Ruby Waters Has a "Supernatural" Gift for Alternative Songwriting [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 20, 2019
Always honest in her outstanding songwriting, Waters channels her purest emotions and expresses her truest self.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Wallows Talks "Overnight" Success, Staying True To Yourself, & Outer Space Aspirations [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/wallows-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Wallows Talks "Overnight" Success, Staying True To Yourself, & Outer Space Aspirations [Q&A]
January 9, 2019
We caught up with Wallows ahead of what is bound to be the band's breakout year.

Jean Dawson Enlists Mac DeMarco For the Blistering "MENTHOL*"
December 10, 2021
With each new single, Dawson reimagines his genrerless vision.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Dua Saleh's "umbrellar" Is an Unapologetic Artistic Expression
April 20, 2020
There is a clear intent behind everything the Minneapolis-based gender non-binary artist creates.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos

Jean Dawson Welcomes the Era of 'CHAOS NOW*' With "THREE HEADS*"
August 22, 2022
Call it experimental indie rock, pop punk, nu-rave, whatever you like, but there is no denying Dawson.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa

Trevor Daniel's Debut Album 'Nicotine' Already Has Us Hooked
March 27, 2020
Daniel's signature sound bears an addictive magic.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

The Albums That Got Us Through School | Staff Picks
September 18, 2019
What album served as your guiding light through those tumultuous school years?
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff

Chase Atlantic's 'PHASES' Is an Astronomical Journey Worth Taking
June 28, 2019
"Chase Atlantic is now dwelling within a realm of its own; it's both scarily isolating and blissfully euphoric at the same time. Welcome to a whole new era."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo