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YUNGBLUD Enlists Justin Bieber for a Bar Fight and Might Run for Prime Minister | Quick 6
July 9, 2019
In anticipation of this year's rapidly approaching Lollapalooza, we have opened up the Ones To Watch vault to uncover footage from 2018′s festival.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Gia Woods Delves into a Dangerous Infatuation in "Feel It" Video [Q&A + PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/gia-woods-ones-to-watch-crop_1562621124.jpg)
Gia Woods Delves into a Dangerous Infatuation in "Feel It" Video [Q&A + PREMIERE]
July 8, 2019
In celebration of the new release, we sat down with Gia Woods to talk about her original inspirations, her passion for authenticity, and the creative direction behind her new video.
Author:
Miranda Hyman
![ViVii Is Stockholm's Effervescent Light that Shines Through the Darkness [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/vivii-ones-to-watch_1562616308.jpg)
ViVii Is Stockholm's Effervescent Light that Shines Through the Darkness [Q&A]
July 8, 2019
Their hushed soundscape has been compared to the esteemed Lana Del Rey, but where they differ is found within ViVii's ability to draw listeners in with every romantic note.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/los-retros-ones-to-watch-2_1562620222.jpg)
How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]
July 5, 2019
Los Retros is proof that the only thing you need to make a great record in the modern age is a living room, some instruments, and a fire under your ass.
Author:
Brady Moses

The Driver Era Takes Us Backstage for Interview at Sold-Out LA Show
July 3, 2019
The Driver Era is taking the world by storm, one sold out show at a time.
![Meet Stefan Forrest, the Creative Mind Behind some of Today's Top Hits [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Til accounts (Scott Rhodius)_1562178682.jpg)
Meet Stefan Forrest, the Creative Mind Behind some of Today's Top Hits [Q&A]
July 3, 2019
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY award-winning songwriter Stefan Forrest has written chart-topping singles for Lukas Graham, Selena Gomez and Julia Michaels.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
![Jonah Yano Makes His Long Awaited Debut with Soulful 'nervous' EP [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jonah-yano-ones-to-watch-7_1562010217.jpg)
Jonah Yano Makes His Long Awaited Debut with Soulful 'nervous' EP [Q&A]
July 1, 2019
Pulling inspiration from Leslie Feist, MONEYPHONE, and Earl Sweatshirt, Yano has finally unveiled his incredible debut EP, nervous.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/benee-ones-to-watch-3_1561752478.jpg)
BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]
June 28, 2019
The initial excitement surrounding BENEE is not unlike that of the first time we heard tale of a young Billie Eilish.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Shordie Shordie on "Bitchuary" and Getting 03 Greedo's Stamp of Approval | Quick 6
June 27, 2019
This is a thing or six you did not know about the viral artist.
Author:
Green Lee
![Stephen Puth on "Look Away" and How Brother Charlie Puth Pushed Him to Be a Better Songwriter [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Stephen-puth-ones-to-watch-2_1561582226.png)
Stephen Puth on "Look Away" and How Brother Charlie Puth Pushed Him to Be a Better Songwriter [Q&A]
June 26, 2019
"The song means a lot to me, not only because it's real, but it's also the first song I've ever written with Charlie."
Author:
Miranda Hyman
![Sara Kays' 'Struck By Lightning' Will Always Be There For You [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/sara-kays-struck-by-lightning-interview_1628270894.jpeg)
Sara Kays' 'Struck By Lightning' Will Always Be There For You [Q&A]
August 6, 2021
Sara has a profound gift crafting universal, bittersweet anthems that carry all the emotional weight and intimacy of a close friend confiding in you.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![New Music With a Side of Gratitude: Mt. Joy on What's Next in 2020 [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/mt-joy-ones-to-watch_1574730961.png)
New Music With a Side of Gratitude: Mt. Joy on What's Next in 2020 [Q&A]
November 25, 2019
Mt. Joy has come a long way in a short time, and we cannot wait to see what 2020 has in store.
Author:
Alison Golanoski
![Cassie Marin Comes Alive on the Infectious "Tanto" [Premiere + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/cassie-marin-tanto_1632931651.jpg)
Cassie Marin Comes Alive on the Infectious "Tanto" [Premiere + Q&A]
September 29, 2021
Marin proves unstoppable on the Spanish-sung "Tanto."
Author:
DJ Connor
![BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/blackstarkids-interview_1601484240.jpg)
BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]
September 30, 2020
"BLACKSTARKIDS is coming of age music. Nostalgia plays a large factor in what we do."
Author:
Maddy Quach
![Open Lila Drew's 'locket' of Empathetic Emotions & Serene Pop Melodies [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lila-drew-ones-to-watch_1559072410.jpg)
Open Lila Drew's 'locket' of Empathetic Emotions & Serene Pop Melodies [Q&A]
May 28, 2019
Lila Drew is an 18-year-old who isn't afraid of vulnerability and self-reflection.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Bren Joy on 'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/bren-joy-interview_1642019997.jpeg)
Bren Joy on 'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]
January 11, 2022
Joy is making the most of his 20s.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Cub Sport on Coming Out, Married Life, and Their Dogs | Quick 6
June 5, 2019
This is another reason, or six, to fall in love with your new dream pop obsession.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Benjamin Carter's Sonics May Change, But the Message Stays the Same [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/benjamin-carter-interview-1661879900.jpg)
Benjamin Carter's Sonics May Change, But the Message Stays the Same [Q&A]
August 30, 2022
Justice, the journey, and the Black Experience are at the heart of Carter's impactful message.
Author:
Dillon Stave

We Flew to Lollapalooza to Ask Artists the Last Time They Cried
October 10, 2019
October 10 marks World Mental Health Day and is there anything more cathartic than a good cry?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Richie Quake Isn’t Afraid Of Who He Is in Debut Album ‘I Want Some!’ [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/richie-quake-interview-i-want-some-1656707100.png)
Richie Quake Isn’t Afraid Of Who He Is in Debut Album ‘I Want Some!’ [Q&A]
July 1, 2022
"We should all be ok to look at who we really are and not just who we want to be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon