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PinkPantheress' "Passion" Is so Good It Went Viral Before It Released
July 6, 2021
Pink Pantheress makes you feel like you've been transported into a twinkling '90s video game.
Author:
Carter Fife
Shygirl and slowthai Deliver a Hyperpop-Fueled Sex-Positive Anthem on "BDE"
July 6, 2021
Both of them revel in the literal BDE of "BDE."
Author:
Carter Fife
Kristiane's "Better on Your Own" Is Heartfelt Songwriting at Its Best
July 2, 2021
"Better on Your Own" is an individual heart-to-heart that takes on an air of the universal.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Chinatown Slalom Isn't Afraid of Selling Out on 'Meet the Parents' [Q&A]
July 2, 2021
Chinatown Slalom on playing the music industry game, Jack Black, and of course, their latest EP.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Richie Quake Delivers Immaculate Vibes and Indie-Pop Ear Candy on 'Voyager'
July 2, 2021
<i>Voyager</i> is the perfect summertime project.
Author:
Carter Fife
Junior Varsity and spill tab Present a Different Kind of Summer Anthem on "Weather"
July 2, 2021
"Weather" is a nigh-perfect pop song with an undeniably alternative appeal.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Maràa Isabel's "No Soy Para Tà" Is a Captivating Moment of Self-Affirmation
July 2, 2021
Isabel blends a classic R&B charm with a forward-thinking appeal.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Trunky Juno's 'Good Dog' Is the Remedy For Whatever Ails You
July 2, 2021
In case you've ever needed help getting over the feeling of "meeting a fist bump with a handshake."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
Maisie Peters Has All the Makings of Tomorrow's Breakout Pop Star on "Psycho"
July 1, 2021
"Psycho" sees Peters transform from wear-your-heart-on-your-sleeve hopeless romantic to a veritable radio-ready star.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Surfaces Is Bringing Their Happy Place to the Masses [Q&A]
July 1, 2021
Birthed from a whimsical exchange of DMs, Surfaces has emerged as one of the hottest acts on the planet.
Author:
Miguel Costa
$NOT Makes His Formal Debut as Gen Z's Rap Star With '- Tragedy +'
March 9, 2020
$NOT's hypnotic sound has the power to capture a generation.
Author:
Emily Bird
Maisie Peters' "The List" Is a Heartfelt Display of Vulnerability and Self-Love
May 15, 2020
"It's about liking yourself, even in moments when you really really don't like yourself."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Kristiane's "Wish I Could Be Your Girl" Is a Quiet Quarantine Anthem
October 27, 2020
With her second single "Wish I Could Be Your Girl," Kristiane channels a mix of Mazzy Star, Velvet Underground and Mitski.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
Wallows Whimsically Navigates Self-Induced Relationship Stress on "Especially You"
February 3, 2022
Wallows' undeniable strength lies in their penchant for delivering emotionally resonant themes packaged in irresistibly upbeat songs.
Author:
Dana Jacobs
Olivia O'Brien Pushes Immature Boys Away in "Just A Boy"
April 22, 2019
An exciting preview of O'Brien's debut album set to release April 26, "Just A Boy" satisfies all of our pop cravings with a hint of R&B goodness.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
aldn's Unconventional Approach Makes "i'm alright" His Best Single Yet
May 20, 2021
"i'm alright" is dark, ominous, and perfectly emotive.
Author:
Tyler Borland
YAS Speaks to Her Younger Self in the Ethereal "caroline" [Premiere]
December 17, 2019
"Ultimately, this song is about trying to make peace with your inner child."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Sueco the Child Shows Us His Search History and "Interesting White Guys" | Show & Tell
September 26, 2019
The viral phoenomom, who dethroned Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" on TikTok, swings by the Ones To Watch classroom for a show and tell presentation.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Mahalia's "Simmer" Is The Theme Song to Your Hot Girl Summer
July 9, 2019
Effortlessly infectious, diaphanous, and iridescent, Mahalia's new single has every one of us dancing our way to the beach with its cool summer vibes.
Author:
Miranda Hyman
Kassi Ashton Takes Us Backstage on Her First of Many Tours [Tour Diary]
October 31, 2019
The compelling Nashville artist takes us behind-the-scenes on her tour with Maren Morris.
Author:
Precious Kato