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Tessa Violet and the Heartfelt Anti-Pop of 'Bad Ideas'
October 28, 2019
Violet's 'Bad Ideas' is anything but.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Rex Orange County Grapples With Fame and Loss in 'Pony'
October 28, 2019
'Pony' may as well be a diary, albeit one of the best-soundtracked diary entries we have heard all year.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Get Hip to Siaira Shawn's Silky Delivery [PREMIERE]
October 28, 2019
"As a queer artist, I make that aspect of my identity explicit in my music."
Author:
Malcolm J. Gray
King Princess Steps Into Her Role as an Inevitable Cultural Icon in 'Cheap Queen'
October 28, 2019
King Princess' debut album is unapologetically queer and we are here for it.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Conan Gray's "Maniac" Proves That the Scariest Thing This Halloween Is Your Ex
October 28, 2019
Gray gives newfound meaning to the term "psycho ex."
Author:
Bainca Brown
Alexander 23's 'I'm Sorry I Love You' Is a Tender Debut Full of Promise
October 28, 2019
"This EP is about love and loss and lust and luck and lies and laughs."
Author:
Precious Kato
Sorcha Richardson's "First Prize Bravery" Finds the Beauty in Simplicity
October 28, 2019
"First Prize Bravery" is the sonic equivalent of walking in a field of daisies: unstinting, bright, and memorable.
Author:
Precious Kato
Lowen Commemorates the Most Pivotal Moments of Her Life With 'Only In My Dreams'
October 28, 2019
Lowen has no problem stripping herself to the core.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Dae Zhen Rejects Music Industry Toxicity in "Leave Me Be" [PREMIERE]
October 28, 2019
"This song is a reminder to myself of who I do this for: myself."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Rex Orange County, King Princess, Easy Life, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
October 27, 2019
This week surely did not disappoint.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Vancouver Sleep Clinic's Latest Is a "Bad Dream" You Won't Want to Wake From
July 23, 2019
The lead single from Vancouver Sleep Clinic's sophomore album is a deep-dive into his haunting artistry.
Author:
Jess Myers
Abhi the Nomad Pleads for Action on Overconsumption in "House of Clocks" Video
August 5, 2019
"House of Clocks" is a soulful hip-hop crossover track built on a viscous drumbeat foundation and adorned with vibrant, sun-soaked horns.
Author:
Brady Moses
ella jane's "Calling Card" Is a Song Three Years in the Making
October 26, 2021
"I think the reason I held onto it all that time was because I was so drawn to the concept of master manipulators and the way they work."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Flo Milli Emanates Success in New Video for "Roaring 20s"
February 10, 2021
This month, one of hip-hop's most promising newcomers Flp Milli returns with an opulent visual for her latest single "Roaring 20s."
Author:
Carter Fife
Ant Saunders Is Stepping Out of His 'BUBBLE'
April 3, 2020
Saunders follows viral breakout success with a debut EP that is entirely his own.
Author:
Jenna Singer
Max Leone's "The Beach" Effortlessly Pulls You In
April 16, 2020
Leone's latest has us reminiscing about the feeling of saltwater and lost love.
Author:
Emily Smith
Dro Kenji's "Codeine Punch" is a New Direction For Emo Trap
October 26, 2020
The newest artist in the melodic hip-hop space, Dro Kenji, takes note of his influences, but in a new and refreshing direction.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Stars and Rabbit Reveals a Utopian Soundscape in "Naked King" [Premiere]
February 24, 2020
The Indonesian duo crafts an infectious blend of indie pop and indie rock that straddles the line between Mazzy Star and early Bjà¶rk.
Author:
Mike Olinger
Peter Fenn Sets the Tone With His New Single "Dashboard" [Premiere]
April 22, 2020
"Dashboard" is a quarantine bop that reminisces on the good old days of when you could actually go outside.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Rising Hip-Hop Meets Trap Artist Isaacjacuzzi Releases the Atmospheric Till It's Over [Q&A]
July 15, 2020
Ones To Watch had the pleasure of speaking with Isaacjacuzzi discussing the meaning behind his name, collaborations and the masterpiece that is Till It's Over.
Author:
Chloe Robinson