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Hope Tala's "Party Sickness" Is a Meme-Inspired Spring Anthem
February 3, 2022
"I wanted it to be an anthem for people who consider themselves to be the life and soul of the party."
Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
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Elujay Crystalizes Two Years of Trial and Error on 'Circmvnt' [Q&A]
February 1, 2022
"It's just me telling my story, who I am, and what I went through."
![Gianni Lee Brings the Philly Bounce to Evocative Club Banger "Switch" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Gianni-Lee-Switch-Ones-To-Watch_1643299803.jpg)
Gianni Lee Brings the Philly Bounce to Evocative Club Banger "Switch" [Premiere]
January 27, 2022
"I want people to move, even when they are standing still."
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Meet Mo Etc., the Soulful Artist Bringing Her Sound to Wellington [Q&A]
January 25, 2022
Mo Etc. represents a character heavily defined by a DIY ethos and expressions of curiosity.
dhruv's 'rapunzel' Is a Smoldering Coming-of-Age Story
January 24, 2022
"I'm not good at talking about myself, but music gives me agency."
![Porsh Bet$ Tackles Long-Distance Relationships on "Things In The Way" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/porsh-bets-things-in-the-way_1642634153.jpeg)
Porsh Bet$ Tackles Long-Distance Relationships on "Things In The Way" [Premiere]
January 19, 2022
Despite its bittersweet subject matter, "Things In The Way" is one of those songs that you cannot help but groove along to.
Saba and Krayzie Bone Keep It Real on the Stirring "Come My Way"
January 18, 2022
Saba's empathic, affective sonic storytelling feels more poised than ever.
Joshy Soul's Thrilling "New Lover" Is a Reminder to Make Yourself a Priority
January 13, 2022
"NEW YEAR, NEW ME, NEW LOVER."
![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.
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."
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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.
Empathetic & Spiritual, UMI Takes Us On a Journey of 'Introspection'
June 26, 2020
A worthy testimony to her growth as a songwriter, the EP is a conceptual and spiritual experience, with Easter eggs riddled throughout the collection, tying the 6-track EP in symbiotic bliss.
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Brandt Orange Returns With "Good Energy" from Debut Album [Q&A]
October 1, 2019
With its casual electric guitar and a less-is-more production style, Brandt Orange reveals a new sense of maturity and deliberateness with his craft.
Easy Life's 'Junk Food' Is a Brilliant Showing of Their Peerless Dexterity
January 10, 2020
Balancing sun-soaked fun with a somber wit, Easy Life's latest mixtape sees them carving out their own niche.
Ari Chi's "Hot Honey" Is an Irresistible Ode to Love, Lust, and Pizza
January 21, 2020
"I'm trying to get the listener to trust me and give me their all."
The 15 Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)
June 12, 2019
Don't sleep on Aries, Stella Donnelly, and more.
syd B - "Night & Day" | Live From the Rooftop
July 23, 2019
syd B is neo-soul's best-kept secret, at least for now.
Abhi the Nomad's "Risky Business" is a Funk-Filled Life Soundtrack
June 25, 2020
Abhi The Nomad never ceases to amaze us with his fun, relatable music.
![NOA Is Going Through the "Motions" of a Nasty Breakup [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/noa-motions-ones-to-watch_1582219537.jpg)
NOA Is Going Through the "Motions" of a Nasty Breakup [Premiere]
February 20, 2020
NOA connects with her listeners in a way that is both relatable and distinct.