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Yumi Nu Kicks Off a New Beginning With the Irresistible 'Hajime'
May 20, 2022
<i>Hajime</i> feels like a creative rebirth for the model and artist.
Author:
DJ Connor
![Kalisway Is Moving to the Sound of Her Own Funk [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kalisway-like-that_1652897476.jpeg)
Kalisway Is Moving to the Sound of Her Own Funk [Q&A]
May 18, 2022
"For me, funk is soul, energy, happiness."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

quami.xyz Reflects on His Past, Present, and Future Self in "evolve"
May 16, 2022
"evolve" sees quami.xyz accepting himself, flaws, beauty, and all.
Author:
Ethan Ijumba
![CLUB INDGO Introduce Themselves to the World With "Are You In The Room" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/club-indigo-are-you-in-the-room_1652291274.jpeg)
CLUB INDGO Introduce Themselves to the World With "Are You In The Room" [Premiere]
May 11, 2022
There's nothing about this New England-based collective that can be boxed by a label.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Sylo Serves Up a Delectable Double Feature With "Bento Box" and "American Idea"
May 11, 2022
Sylo is laying down the foundational architecture for a significant release.
Author:
DJ Connor
![Manchester's Secret Night Gang Isn't Here to Make Music For the Money or Views [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/SECRET-NIGHT-GANG-interview_1652201630.jpeg)
Manchester's Secret Night Gang Isn't Here to Make Music For the Money or Views [Q&A]
May 10, 2022
"Nowadays, music gets lost because it isn't written with meaning or acknowledging what's going on now."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Col3trane Explores the Kaleidoscopic Nature of Love in Debut Album 'Lush Life'
May 6, 2022
"My <i>Lush Life</i> tells a story of loving until something hurts."
Author:
Jazmine Kylene

Ogi's 'Monologues' Is an Exercise in Radical Honesty
May 5, 2022
"I'm putting myself display and staging those thoughts I never intended for people to hear."
Author:
DJ Connor

UMI Lets Her Inner Child Run Free in "whatever u like"
May 2, 2022
"whatever u like" is the perfect soundtrack for sunnier days and minimal responsibility.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Yellow Days Keeps the Vibe Mellow in the Soulful 'Slow Dance & Romance'
April 29, 2022
<i>Slow Dance & Romance </i> a celebration of understated musical inventiveness.
Author:
Thomas Burns Scully
![Easy Life - "Pockets" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/easy-life-ones-to-watch_1562353581.jpeg)
Easy Life - "Pockets" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
July 5, 2019
Easy Life is music's answer to rainy days.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![ZOLA Does Not Want to Be Put In a Box [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/zola-ones-to-watch_1576864228.jpeg)
ZOLA Does Not Want to Be Put In a Box [Q&A]
December 20, 2019
We sit down with the rising bilingual indie artist ahead of her upcoming debut album.
Author:
Kristin Robinson

Brittany Howard Reminds Us to Live in the Moment in "Stay High"
July 18, 2019
The Alabama Shakes frontwoman is a vibrant spirit that is constantly maturing and evolving.
Author:
Brady Moses
![James Vickery Treats Us to the Most Soulful Live Rendition Of "Something Good" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/james-vickery-ones-to-watch_1561052009.jpeg)
James Vickery Treats Us to the Most Soulful Live Rendition Of "Something Good" [PREMIERE]
June 20, 2019
"Being a live artist has always been one of the most important aspects for me."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

KIRBY's "Don't Leave Your Girl" Is a Timeless Neo-Soul Ode
October 18, 2019
The BeyonceÌ, Kanye West, and Ariana Grande writer is stepping into the spotlight.
Author:
Precious Kato

LÉON - "You And I" | Live From The Rooftop
April 15, 2019
Ahead of LÉON's 'You And I' tour presented by Ones To Watch, we had the pleasure of inviting the Swedish star to perform an acoustic rendition of "You And I."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![UMI - "Remember Me" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Umi-live-ones-to-watch_1560287994.jpg)
UMI - "Remember Me" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
June 11, 2019
Existing at the crossroads of alternative neo-soul and R&B is UMI and her otherworldly brand of bedroom R&B.
Author:
Green Lee

Brent Faiyaz & Tyler the Creator Lean Into Change & Fame on "Gravity"
February 2, 2021
Brent has finally returned to give fans their first taste of 2021, "Gravity."
Author:
Carter Fife
![Roman Rouge's "The Other Me" is Thought-Provoking and Evocative [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Roman Rouge - otw_1590686704.jpg)
Roman Rouge's "The Other Me" is Thought-Provoking and Evocative [Premiere]
May 28, 2020
Ethereal harmonies, funk-fueled basslines, and seductive melodies give us the 90's R&B feels from "The Other Me"
Author:
Chloe Robinson
![Sara Diamond Inspires Ambition with R&B Bop "Ride" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/sara-diamond-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Sara Diamond Inspires Ambition with R&B Bop "Ride" [PREMIERE]
March 14, 2019
Diamond has an inspiring mastery over her voice, with runs and vocal agility reminiscent of an early Alessia Cara.
Author:
Anna Scholfield