From the Site
$NOT's "Can You Help Me" Is a Visceral Response to Ongoing Police Brutality
July 6, 2020
The woozy hip-hop meditation is one that posits that the ongoing revolution is one beyond political affiliation; it is the very real fight for human life.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Leo Bhanji Makes a Powerful Statement With Debut EP 'No Guard'
July 6, 2020
Released via Dirty Hit, <i>No Guard</i> is just that: a commitment to letting his guard down.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Amy Allen's "Queen of Silver Linings" is a Striking Solo Debut
July 3, 2020
Relying on only a guitar and her piercing voice, Allen sings honestly about a fraught relationship with the "king of good intentions" that she always ends up justifying.
Author:
Malc.
Ayoni, Tim Atlas, Max Leone, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
July 3, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Malc.
Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]
July 3, 2020
Toronto based vocalist and producer, Zanski, returns this summer with his contemplative new EP.
Author:
Precious Kato
McClenney Connects With Baby Rose For the Introspective "Karma Plays"
July 2, 2020
McClenney is a maverick for the way he's been able to craft his own alternative R&B sound by combining elements of jazz, funk, pop, and soul in new ways.
Author:
Malc.
Ayoni Opens Up About Her Life on "Unmoved (A Black Woman Truth)"
July 2, 2020
This could easily be one of the most powerful songs that has come across our desk in 2020.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Sophia Messa Relinquishes A Sugar-Coated, Toxic Love in "Ice Cream & Cigarettes"
July 2, 2020
Brazilian-American wunderkind, Sophia Messa offers a look at the darker side of a painfully-sweet first love in third single to date "Ice Cream & Cigarettes."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
The Trusted Admit Their Naivety in New Single "The Innocent" [Premiere]
July 2, 2020
British alt rock band The Trusted, showcase their vibrant charm in the bright, new single "The Innocent."
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Tyler Thomas Thinks It's Time For a "Roll Call"
July 1, 2020
Los Angeles-based artist Tyler Thomas won't let the pandemic stop him.
Author:
Malc.
Swansea Skag Trades Addiction For Connection on 'you'll be dead before you know it'
December 17, 2021
Swansea Skag is experimental, raw, and refreshingly authentic.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
Clinton Kane Isn't Afraid of Feeling Something
December 26, 2019
This is what owning your fears and discovering ways to cope feels and sounds like.
Author:
Precious Kato
BENEE Finds Herself Torn Between Desire and Heartbreak in "Want Me Back"
June 14, 2019
+ Catch BENEE live in Los Angeles on June 19 at our Baà±o Flaco showcase.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Who Is Nessa Barrett? | Nessa Barrett on Viral Fame and Online Trolls
August 17, 2021
Meet the viral artist poised for superstardom.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Faouzia Sounds More Self-Assured Than Ever on "Hero"
June 29, 2021
There are no two ways about it, Faouzia is destined for pop stardom
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Trevor Daniel's Debut Album 'Nicotine' Already Has Us Hooked
March 27, 2020
Daniel's signature sound bears an addictive magic.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
The Albums That Got Us Through School | Staff Picks
September 18, 2019
What album served as your guiding light through those tumultuous school years?
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Michael Seyer Is Creating Timeless 'Nostalgia' [Premiere + Q&A]
November 6, 2019
Take your first listen to Seyer's new EP, 'Nostalgia.'
Author:
Bianca Brown
Ride the Emotional Rollercoaster of Olivia O'Brien's Debut Album, 'Was It Even Real?'
April 29, 2019
"I wrote this in a really dark place and I hope I can help other people who may be in that same spot."
Author:
Alyssa Yung
Giveon Delivers a Breathtaking Moment of Reflection in 'TAKE TIME'
March 27, 2020
The debut EP from Giveon demonstrates his undeniable place amongst R&B's next class.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo