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Who Is 2021's Best New Artist?
January 27, 2020
Chances are it's probably someone who will go viral on TikTok in the next six months.
girl in red Makes Her Horror Film Debut in "Kate's Not Here"
January 27, 2020
Prepare to enter the terrifying world of <i>The Turning</i>.
Poppy Ajudha and Mahalia's "Low Ride" Is the Ultimate Night Drive Mood
January 27, 2020
"Low Ride" brings back the charm of late '90s R&B queens.
Kota the Friend Keeps It Real in 'Lyrics to Go, Vol. 1'
January 27, 2020
Kota the Friend's distinctive brand of hip-hop is rooted in complex ideas and thoughtful interpretation.
iyla Replaces Feelings With a Crown in "Tattoo Tears"
January 25, 2020
"Tattoo Tears" dominates as a sophisticated resignation of feelings.
ROSALàA, Doja Cat, Tate McRae, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
January 25, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Alaina Castillo Wants You to Treat Every Day Like Its "valentine's day"
January 24, 2020
Castillo reminds us that "valentine's day" is not just about February 14.
Chloe Kae's "Misconception" Is a Gripping Case of Nostalgia
January 24, 2020
Kae's debut solo venture is an understated work of art.
sophie meiers' Haunting New Vision Is "unforgettable"
January 24, 2020
"unforgettable" is a noted departure for meiers, and one that is impossible to forget.
Zachary Knowles' "ghost" Is a 21st Century Ode to Vanishing Relationships
January 24, 2020
A song for anyone who has ever been ghosted.
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Berel Finds Patience on Soulful "The Blue Line" [PREMIERE + Q&A]
August 20, 2019
The Los-Angeles based artist continues to trek through the soundscape of electro-soul and R&B, while pulling from sensory timestamps in his life for a sincere cut.
Chloe Kae's "Misconception" Is a Gripping Case of Nostalgia
January 24, 2020
Kae's debut solo venture is an understated work of art.
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James Droll's "Cut My Teeth" Is a Soulful & Cathartic Assessment on Love [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 7, 2019
Droll's discernible ability to create dark pop songs with a comforting hint of optimism is evident in the grappling "Cut My Teeth."
slenderbodies Advocates for Togetherness & Acceptance in Euphoric "belong"
June 5, 2019
California's indie duo slenderbodies has impeccably translated the gratifying experience of belonging into an eclectic track.
The Backfires' "Song 55" Is an Electrifying Attack on Capitalism
October 19, 2021
"People give up their passions and loves, move to cities they don't like, and sit at desks that drain their souls."
Nick Vyner's "Flood" Is a Deluge of Catharsis
May 12, 2022
For Vyner, writing about sadness can be atmospheric, momentous and, in a weird way, feel happy.
WILLOW Continues Her Pop-Punk Reign With “<maybe> it’s my fault"
June 24, 2022
There is nothing quite like hearing WILLOW unravel on her own work.
Max Bennett Kelly Navigates Imposter Syndrome on "Fresh Green at the Gallery"
February 1, 2022
"Nobody's making shit like this right now. Maybe ever."
Cuco, Clairo, Hope Tala, & More | #NowWatching Playlist
July 26, 2019
Cuco's debut album is finally here and there's another "Old Town Road" remix? This week's new music playlist is not to be missed.
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Abhi The Nomad Thinks You and The Planet Are Both "BTFL" [PREMIERE]
September 12, 2019
In the first two singles from his 'Modern Trash' album, Abhi focuses on themes of self love and the deterioration of our planet.