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KIANA Articulates Love's Darkest Qualities on "Playing with Fire"
August 6, 2019
With unrelenting transparency and powerfully haunting talent, KIANA manages to write some of the best sad songs you've ever heard.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
![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

Abhi the Nomad Pleads for Action on Overconsumption in "House of Clocks" Video
August 5, 2019
"House of Clocks" is a soulful hip-hop crossover track built on a viscous drumbeat foundation and adorned with vibrant, sun-soaked horns.
Author:
Brady Moses

Frequent Ariana Grande Collaborators, Social House, Surprise Lolla Ahead of Debut EP
August 5, 2019
Though "boyfriend" is the first time Ariana Grande fans may have seen the name Social House, it's almost certainly not the first time they've heard artists' work.
Author:
Brady Moses

Channel Tres Shouts Out His Native Compton on "Black Moses" with JPEGMAFIA
July 30, 2019
Among Compton's freshest exports is Channel Tres, who reminds everybody that the city of less than 100,000 is still the hip-hop capital of the world.
Author:
Brady Moses

Your "Post Mates" Has Arrived, With Smooth Delivery From Cautious Clay and Jarami
July 29, 2019
The pop-fueled R&B single is the perfect track to jam to when you're waiting for that delivery to come through.
Author:
Jess Myers

Bryce Vine Is the Ringmaster of His Own 'Carnival' of Melodic Hip Hop Bangers
July 29, 2019
"It's supposed to make people accentuate the good feelings and decrease the bad ones."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

COTIS Is Unfiltered and Unrestrained in Sophomore EP 'Patience'
July 23, 2019
Listening to 'Patience' is akin to tapping into COTIS' private thoughts or ripping pages from his journal.
Author:
Jessica Thomas

Beyoncé's 'The Lion King: The Gift' Overshadows Its Dull Film Accompaniment
July 23, 2019
Beyoncé's creative vision makes the Disney remake feel like an afterthought.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

LAUNDRY DAY Is a Gen Z Force to Be Reckoned With
July 18, 2019
Drawing inspiration from Tyler, the Creator and BROCKHAMPTON, Laundry Day wants to be the next best boy band in the world.
Author:
Jess Myers

Collard Enlists Bakar for the Effortlessly Smooth "Stone"
November 11, 2019
Collard is the latest artist emerge to from this R&B renaissance.
Author:
Bianca Brown
![Lourdiz, Lil Gotit, and the Relentless Hustle of "Suicide Down" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lourdiz-lil-gotit_1585325544.jpg)
Lourdiz, Lil Gotit, and the Relentless Hustle of "Suicide Down" [Premiere]
March 27, 2020
"Suicide Down" is an addictive thrill ride fueled by extremes.
Author:
Jessica Thomas

Winston Surfshirt Brings the Funk We All Need in 'Apple Crumble'
November 18, 2019
Good music never goes out of style.
Author:
Matthew Rudas

Abhi The Nomad's 'Modern Trash' Is Environmentally Conscious Hip Hop at its Best
October 4, 2019
"The planet that is clearly crying out to us, to stop the destruction. We can't save it all, but we can each do our part."
Author:
Precious Kato
boyband Releases "get home safely," With All Proceeds Going to NAACP Legal Defense Fund and RAINN
June 12, 2020
"get home safely" is as much a response to recent events as it is a response to a deep-seated anxiety for far too many Americans.
Author:
Ruby Scott
![Danny Singh Proves Himself King of the New Wave With 'Ozone Park' Mini Movie [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/danny-singh-ozone-park_1623954686.png)
Danny Singh Proves Himself King of the New Wave With 'Ozone Park' Mini Movie [Premiere]
June 17, 2021
<i>Ozone Park</i> is equal parts multimedia experimentation and love letter to home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Cochise's "Pocket Rocket" Is Finally Here. Does He Have Another Viral Hit On His Hands?
August 20, 2021
"Pocket Rocket" sounds like Playboi Carti if he was dropped into the Sonic the Hedgehog universe.
Author:
Carter Fife

tobi lou Proves His Career Is 'Non-Perishable'
March 14, 2022
tobi lou thrives in a state of comfortable unpredictability.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde

Little Simz's "I Love You, I Hate You" Sees the UK Rapper at the Top of Her Game
July 14, 2021
"I Love You, I Hate You" synthesizes the best parts of both classic and contemporary hip-hop.
Author:
Carter Fife
![Confidence Is Key and SwaVay Has Plenty in "Who We Be" Video [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/swavay-ones-to-watch-2_1560364255.jpeg)
Confidence Is Key and SwaVay Has Plenty in "Who We Be" Video [PREMIERE]
June 12, 2019
"'Who We Be' is my most liberating song. It's me telling myself to embrace who I AM."
Author:
Chuck Ramos