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How To Build a Birdhouse With Inner Wave
May 12, 2020
Los Angeles' own Inner Wave is the latest act to help us make the most of our time whilst in quarantine.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Mishaal Establishes Himself as an Enviable Gen Z Voice in the Powfu-Assisted "Friends"
May 12, 2020
With just his first major label release, Mishaal is already pushing limits and establishing himself as an act you need to keep your eyes on.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Top That Track Builds Their Virtual Prom Playlist With Maddie Jay in "High School B-Roll"
May 12, 2020
Co-hosts Precious and Dave talk favorite high school pranks, skipping class, and outrageous prom outfits.
Author:
Precious Kato
Anson Seabra Wears His Heart on His Sleeve in 'Songs I Wrote in My Bedroom'
May 11, 2020
Seabra paints a gripping portrait of a human still discovering himself - flaws, aspirations, and all.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
snny's 'Otito' Is a Border-Spanning, Genre-Bending Snapshot of Life
May 11, 2020
snny's music captures a universal sentiment, one of trying to find your voice and place in a newfound home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Quirky, Charismatic, and Creative: Josie Dunne Finds Her Niche in 'Late Teens / Early Twenties'
May 11, 2020
Dunne's latest is a wonderfully-scored coming-of-age story.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
"Weep" Finds Brandon at His Strongest and Most Emotional
May 11, 2020
The story Brandon tells is familiar and universal, but the way he tells it feels novel.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
BRELAND Proves Himself a Hitmaker With the Infectious "Horseride"
May 11, 2020
The rapidly rising country rap newcomer is no one-hit pony.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Kevin Holliday Delivers a Distinctive Vision in "Every Single Time"
May 11, 2020
Holliday's genre-bending approach at times feels wildly defiant.
Author:
Joey Legittino
UMI, BENEE, Yebba, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
May 8, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
#NowWatching 01-04-19 [PLAYLIST]
January 5, 2019
Cheers to the first #NowWatching post of 2019!
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Iris Lune Explores Animalism in the Dynamic "Chirp Chirp" [PREMIERE]
March 22, 2019
iris Lune's avant-garde meditations are captivating.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Foliage Has a "Pattern" of Penning Exceptional Indie Melodies [PREMIERE]
April 9, 2019
With an 80s guitar pop vibe, "Pattern" slowly drags us into the intriguing inner-workings of Foliage's mind as he explores his complex relationship with mental health.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
#NowWatching 02-01-19 [PLAYLIST]
February 2, 2019
February is shaping up to be a strong month, with a plethora of new releases from Ones To Watch artists on day one.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Ashe on John Mayer, Cookie Butter, and Her Trip to the Gynecologist | Quick 6
March 6, 2019
This is a thing or six you would not believe about rising pop artist Ashe.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Michael Seyer Articulates the Asian American Immigrant Experience on "Little China Boy"
June 23, 2021
Despite its idyllic pacing, "Little China Boy" is yet another heartbreaking reminder of the immigrant reality.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
ella jane Displays a Quiet, Breathtaking Vulnerability on "Thief"
July 9, 2021
With each new single, ella jane continues to balance complex storytelling with angelic vocals.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Cheeky Aussie Group Rancid Eddie Drop Blunt Foot Stomper "Dry"
September 29, 2021
"Dry" is a song designed to be belted in a pub, drinking and singing the heartbreak away.
Author:
Joe Beer
KIANA Articulates Love's Darkest Qualities on "Playing with Fire"
August 6, 2019
With unrelenting transparency and powerfully haunting talent, KIANA manages to write some of the best sad songs you've ever heard.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
LAUNDRY DAY Find Their Sound on Major Label Debut 'We Switched Bodies'
February 11, 2022
<i>We Switched Bodies</i> signals a new era for the New York five-piece.
Author:
Kelly Park