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![Multi-Talented Japanese Wallpaper Talks Past Successes, New Sound, & Upcoming Album [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/japanese-wallpaper-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Multi-Talented Japanese Wallpaper Talks Past Successes, New Sound, & Upcoming Album [Q&A]
March 15, 2019
After a two-year break, we now have the pleasure of bearing witness to Japanese Wallpaper's unconventional return.
EBEN on Why Don't We, Car Burning Down, and Biggest Guilty Pleasure | Quick 6
March 14, 2019
+ EBEN just dropped a new bubbling pop earworm, "Next Ex," in anticipation of the upcoming tour, and we are hooked.
![Crowded Green Rooms, Hotel Rooms and Cars: How Julia Jacklin Made Space For 'Crushing' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/julia-jacklin-ones-to-watch-2-1.jpg)
Crowded Green Rooms, Hotel Rooms and Cars: How Julia Jacklin Made Space For 'Crushing' [Q&A]
March 13, 2019
Jacklin's sophomore album focuses on love wearing thin, love ultimately lost, and an aftermath that embraces scorn and longing in equal parts.
![Songwriting Virtuoso Sam Martin Chronicles a Life in Debut Solo Album, 'Alpha Omega' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/sam-martin-ones-to-watch-4.jpg)
Songwriting Virtuoso Sam Martin Chronicles a Life in Debut Solo Album, 'Alpha Omega' [Q&A]
March 13, 2019
The writer of Maroon 5's "Daylight" and Jason Derulo's "Want to Want Me" is stepping into the limelight.
![Chloe Lilac Is Sick of You Romanticizing Mental Illness [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/chloe-lilac-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Chloe Lilac Is Sick of You Romanticizing Mental Illness [Q&A]
March 11, 2019
An advocate for female empowerment, Lilac's Manic Pixie Dream EP is a testament to her eloquent ability to speak through music.
![James Droll's "Cut My Teeth" Is a Soulful & Cathartic Assessment on Love [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/james-droll-ones-to-watch.jpg)
James Droll's "Cut My Teeth" Is a Soulful & Cathartic Assessment on Love [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 7, 2019
Droll's discernible ability to create dark pop songs with a comforting hint of optimism is evident in the grappling "Cut My Teeth."
Ashe on John Mayer, Cookie Butter, and Her Trip to the Gynecologist | Quick 6
March 6, 2019
This is a thing or six you would not believe about rising pop artist Ashe.
![Deconstruct Jennifer Lopez' "El Anillo" with Skilled Producer DalePlay [ANATOMY OF A SONG]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/daleplay-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Deconstruct Jennifer Lopez' "El Anillo" with Skilled Producer DalePlay [ANATOMY OF A SONG]
March 6, 2019
Hear from the man who's worked with JLo, Becky G, Diplo and Skrillex.
![Listen To Dear Boy's Bittersweet 'The Strawberry EP' a Day Ahead of Release [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/new Dear Boy by Casey Curry copy.jpg)
Listen To Dear Boy's Bittersweet 'The Strawberry EP' a Day Ahead of Release [PREMIERE + Q&A]
February 28, 2019
The EP showcases the band's ability to craft bittersweet songs pulling from 80's post-punk and 90's Britpop, large enough for arenas, but intimate enough to be with you during your most private moments.
![Daydream and Dance to Dreamer Boy's Debut Album, 'Love, Nostalgia' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Dreamer-Boy-Ones-To-Watch-2.jpg)
Daydream and Dance to Dreamer Boy's Debut Album, 'Love, Nostalgia' [Q&A]
February 28, 2019
"It's the summer, it's nostalgic, it's romantic, it's warm and colorful."
![Irish Alt-Rock Quartet The Academic Release Playful New Single, "Aftertaste" [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/the-academic-otw-1_1568412277.jpg)
Irish Alt-Rock Quartet The Academic Release Playful New Single, "Aftertaste" [Q&A]
September 13, 2019
While Ireland might not come to mind when thinking of the alt-rock scene, the enthusiastic, up-and-coming band The Academic is well on their way to changing that.
![Harry Hudson Wants to Be an Artist and Beam of Light For Those Who Need Help [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/harry-hudson-here-for-you_1622152865.jpeg)
Harry Hudson Wants to Be an Artist and Beam of Light For Those Who Need Help [Q&A]
May 27, 2021
Hudson opens up on his Father's loss, grief, his charity efforts, and new EP in a vulnerable and personal interview.
![Sorcha Richardson Hopes 'Smiling Like an Idiot' Can Be Your Peace in the Dark [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/sorcha-richardson-smiling-like-an-idiot-interview-1664212023.png)
Sorcha Richardson Hopes 'Smiling Like an Idiot' Can Be Your Peace in the Dark [Q&A]
September 23, 2022
"You can find happiness and beauty in places you thought you never would."
![Say "Au Revoir" to Your Ex with PHANGS' Synth-Pop Anthem [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/phangs-ones-to-watch-4.jpg)
Say "Au Revoir" to Your Ex with PHANGS' Synth-Pop Anthem [PREMIERE + Q&A]
April 18, 2019
If you've never heard of PHANGS before, you're most definitely in for a savory treat from Nashville, Tennessee.
Listen To Dear Boy's Bittersweet 'The Strawberry EP' a Day Ahead of Release [PREMIERE + Q&A]
February 28, 2019
The EP showcases the band's ability to craft bittersweet songs pulling from 80's post-punk and 90's Britpop, large enough for arenas, but intimate enough to be with you during your most private moments.
![Jez Dior Wants to Be for Others What Eminem Was for Him [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jez-dior-ones-to-watch_1574375941.jpg)
Jez Dior Wants to Be for Others What Eminem Was for Him [Q&A]
November 21, 2019
"If it is just one person reaching out to me saying I saved their life, that alone is success to me."
![Madeleine Mayi Is a Rising Indie Rocker With a Penchant for Sad Songs [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/madeleine-mayi-ones-to-watch-2_1582310735.png)
Madeleine Mayi Is a Rising Indie Rocker With a Penchant for Sad Songs [Q&A]
February 21, 2020
Mayi has a gift for instilling fleeting moments of optimism within her honest, heartfelt ballads.
![Limitless: Trevor Jackson Is Blazing the Way for Future Multi-Hyphenates [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/TJ_Drink copy_1567042240.jpg)
Limitless: Trevor Jackson Is Blazing the Way for Future Multi-Hyphenates [Q&A]
August 29, 2019
Enter the mind of the multi-faceted entertainer, Trevor Jackson.
![Multi-Instrumentalist Talos Revives Us with His Eclectic 'Far Out Dust' Album [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/talos-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Multi-Instrumentalist Talos Revives Us with His Eclectic 'Far Out Dust' Album [Q&A]
February 12, 2019
"Longevity. Everything else is just noise. If your music can stand the test of time and if you continue to persist, then that in my eyes is success."
![Get to Know Groove-Pop Duo Balu Brigada [Live Performance + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/balu-brigada-live-ones-to-watch_1626891125.jpg)
Get to Know Groove-Pop Duo Balu Brigada [Live Performance + Q&A]
July 21, 2021
We sit down with the boys of Balu Brigada to discuss everything from Gorillaz to making up their own genre on the spot.