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NIKI's "lowkey" Is a Neo-R&B Ode to Authentic Relationships
April 24, 2019
NIKI is 88rising's first female breakout star.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Emotional Oranges Quenches Our Thirst for Alt-R&B With "Someone Else"
April 24, 2019
The mysterious R&B collective is letting their music speak for themselves.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

'Not Waving, But Drowning' Is Irrefutably a Loyle Carner Project
April 23, 2019
Carner bridges the gap of nostalgia-inducing hip-hop and pertinent modern sensibilities in what proves to be an emotionally-laden sophomore effort.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![KALLITECHNIS - "Talk Talk Talk" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kallitechnis-ones-to-watch.gif)
KALLITECHNIS - "Talk Talk Talk" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
April 23, 2019
Head to Toronto with us to discover the electronic-minded R&B musings of KALLITECHNIS.
Author:
Kelly Itatani

Let Lolo Zouaï Empower You with French-Infused R&B-Pop in 'High Highs to Low Lows'
April 22, 2019
With this refreshingly innovative approach, Zouaï channels classic R&B, Algerian Raï, and Bay Area hip-hop in her glossy debut album.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Lizzo's 'CUZ I LOVE YOU' Debut Is Your New Self-Love Handbook
April 22, 2019
+ Catch Lizzo on tour through fall!
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![Juto Is Creating a Glittery Hybrid of Pop and R&B Romanticism [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/download-1.jpg)
Juto Is Creating a Glittery Hybrid of Pop and R&B Romanticism [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
April 19, 2019
A talent such as Juto's won't remain hidden behind anonymity for long.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
!["Tomboy" Destiny Rogers on Being a Justin Bieber Stan and Finding Her Authentic Sound [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/destiny-rogers-ones-to-watch-7.jpeg)
"Tomboy" Destiny Rogers on Being a Justin Bieber Stan and Finding Her Authentic Sound [Q&A]
April 17, 2019
Rogers' debut into the world of music this year was palpable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![JIAER Comes To Terms With His Flaws On "Devil In Me" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jiaer-ones-to-watch.png)
JIAER Comes To Terms With His Flaws On "Devil In Me" [PREMIERE]
April 16, 2019
JIAER is a bedroom artist to the core, with the depth in order to carry out sonically lush music like "Devil In Me."
Author:
Greg Gaffney

070 Shake Flexes Her Limitless Promise in "Morrow" and "Nice To Have"
April 15, 2019
How many artists can put on their resume that they are both Kanye West's protégé and have toured with The 1975?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Jacob Banks Releases the Soul-Stirring "By Design [Evel Knievel]," Announces 'Lies About the War'](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jacob-banks-by-design-lies-about-the-war-1654894418.jpg)
Jacob Banks Releases the Soul-Stirring "By Design [Evel Knievel]," Announces 'Lies About the War'
June 10, 2022
"'By Design [Evel Knievel]’ is about the novelty of youth."
Author:
Dillon Stave

Lonr. and H.E.R. "Make the Most" of a Dreamlike Collaboration
April 3, 2020
"Make the Most" is as sincere an R&B offering as they come.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Lous and The Yakuza's "Solo" Is the Personification of Silk
March 23, 2020
Lous and The Yakuza transcends the sleekness of velvet, silk, and satin, materializing a sonic plushness that is hard to resist.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
![RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rini-interview-bedtime_1589562770.png)
RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
Rini is a master, both in the kitchen and in the world of velvety-smooth R&B.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Sampa the Great's "Final Form" Is a Middle Finger to Oppression
June 7, 2019
Sampa the Great is next in line for the throne bearing the most unapologetically political artist.
Author:
Brady Moses
![Joy Oladokun Demands Truth From the Unspoken in "Blink Twice" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/joy-oladokun-ones-to-watch_1570643508.jpg)
Joy Oladokun Demands Truth From the Unspoken in "Blink Twice" [PREMIERE]
October 9, 2019
Oladokun explores the unsavory mess of "situationships" in heartbreaking fashion.
Author:
Jessica Thomas

ODIE Rediscovers Himself in "Slowly"
February 4, 2020
"Slowly" serves as a gentle reminder both to ODIE and listeners alike that losing yourself is only a part of the process of creation.
Author:
Bianca Brown

Doja Cat's 'Hot Pink' Is the Most Versatile Hip-Hop Offering of the Year
November 7, 2019
Doja Cat's star power is undeniable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

NIKI's 'Nicole' Is a Look Into the Past and Future of a Pop-R&B Star
August 15, 2022
NIKI holds the hand of a younger her, revisiting old stories through a vessel that’s lived more life.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

ASTN Is as Good as Gold
January 5, 2022
ASTN is an artist that just has a way with music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon