From the Site

The Best of 2019 and Beyond | Staff Picks
December 28, 2019
We look back at the best music, memes, and moments of 2019.
Author:
Staff

Lil Halima Is Norway's Alternative R&B Icon on the Rise
December 26, 2019
Lil Halima is taking the world by storm one year at a time. 2019 was merely the beginning.
Author:
Bianca Brown

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

daydream Masi's Music Will Illuminate Your Sleepless Mind
December 23, 2019
The youthful artist is creating music that exists in a realistic, dreamlike state.
Author:
Precious Kato

Kota the Friend, keshi, DaniLeigh, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
December 20, 2019
Consider this week's new music roundup a gift from us to you.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![ZOLA Does Not Want to Be Put In a Box [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/zola-ones-to-watch_1576864228.jpeg)
ZOLA Does Not Want to Be Put In a Box [Q&A]
December 20, 2019
We sit down with the rising bilingual indie artist ahead of her upcoming debut album.
Author:
Kristin Robinson

Aaron Taos Warns of the Danger of Social Media Envy in "Saboteur"
December 20, 2019
As Theodore Roosevelt once said, "Comparison is the thief of joy."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Ben Kessler's "Even When You're Home" Is All About Acceptance [Premiere + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/BEN KESSLER ones to watch smaller_1576782730.jpeg)
Ben Kessler's "Even When You're Home" Is All About Acceptance [Premiere + Q&A]
December 19, 2019
Home isn't always where the heart is.
Author:
Precious Kato

From SoundCloud to Rolling Loud, $NOT is Solidifying His Place in Hip-Hop's Next Wave
December 18, 2019
Hello, world. Meet $NOT, Gen Z's hip-hop star.
Author:
Emily Bird
![JP Saxe on "If The World Was Ending" and Writing With Honesty [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/JP-saxe-ones-to-watch_1576698326.jpg)
JP Saxe on "If The World Was Ending" and Writing With Honesty [Q&A]
December 18, 2019
In our latest interview with JP Saxe, we learn he is a big fan of his grandma and Lebron James.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

AUGUST 08 and Smino Meditate on Lost Love in "Blood on My Hands"
February 13, 2019
The fusion of tribal, hip-hop, and electronica undercurrents that surge forth paint a picture of love lost under the flashing lights of the dance floor.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Do Yourself a Favor and Listen to Havelock's Mesmerizing Debut Single, "Pig Latin"
March 27, 2019
Havelock is poised to go down in the pantheon of mythical, enigmatic British artists.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Karnaval Blues Effortlessly Blends Heartbreak and Synths in "You Come With The Rain"
April 26, 2019
His soulful vocals are intertwined with lush synths, reverbs, and tasteful beat drops which are signature for the British producer.
Author:
Kelly Itatani

Jagwar Twin Announces Headlining Tour and It's been a "Long Time Coming"
June 5, 2019
You heard me right, you can now see the artist's hypnotizing music light up a stage near you across the west and east coasts.
Author:
Jess Myers
![Maggie Lindemann Releases Thrillingly Magnetic Debut EP 'PARANOIA' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Maggie otw_1611351731.jpg)
Maggie Lindemann Releases Thrillingly Magnetic Debut EP 'PARANOIA' [Q&A]
January 22, 2021
We talked to Maggie Lindemann about the creative process behind her new EP 'PARANOIA' and how she's finally making the music she's always wanted to make.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Marco Luka Has No Ceilings on "pretty little lies"
April 5, 2021
"pretty little lies" has an inescapable bounce to it that will likely get stuck in your head for hours to come.
Author:
Tyler Borland
![Not Better, Understood: a Conversation With Alexander 23 [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/alexander-23-interview-live_1629405700.jpeg)
Not Better, Understood: a Conversation With Alexander 23 [Q&A]
August 19, 2021
"I feel like asking someone to feel better when they listen to music is kind of a tremendous ask..."
Author:
EJ Saftner
![Ones To Watch Meets Cailin Russo [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/cailin-russo-thumbnail_1582750443.jpg)
Ones To Watch Meets Cailin Russo [Q&A]
February 26, 2020
We sit down with Russo following the release of her electrifying sophomore EP.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Get "Comfortable" With Savannah Cristina's Soul Therapy
April 28, 2020
"The vibe is therapeutic."
Author:
Precious Kato

Sigrid Pushes Through Dark Times with "Don't Feel Like Crying"
January 18, 2019
Our favorite Norwegian popster Sigrid is back with a taste of her anxiously awaited forthcoming album, 'Sucker Punch.'
Author:
Anna Scholfield