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![Join LEISURE in the Studio with the Groovy "On My Mind" Live Session [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/leisure-ones-to-watch_1558030112.jpg)
Join LEISURE in the Studio with the Groovy "On My Mind" Live Session [PREMIERE]
May 16, 2019
LEISURE personifies three fundamental elements: groove, melody, and vibe.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Indie-Funk Master Johnny Utah Chases His "Honeypie" in Lighthearted Video [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/johnny-utah-ones-to-watch_1558028150.png)
Indie-Funk Master Johnny Utah Chases His "Honeypie" in Lighthearted Video [PREMIERE]
May 16, 2019
You're about to fall madly in love with Johnny Utah, or at least his sensational talent for crafting infectious funky pop.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Olivia O'Brien Opts to "Fade Out" in Playful Collaboration with Seeb & Space Primates
May 15, 2019
We can't help but be thankful for O'Brien's failed relationships that have led to the creation of this bop.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![Brighten Up Your Life With kwassa's Cheerful Love Songs [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kwassa-ones-to-watch-2_1557962343.jpeg)
Brighten Up Your Life With kwassa's Cheerful Love Songs [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
May 15, 2019
Sunny summer days are calling our names, and British pop icon kwassa is sure to be the soundtrack of those warm, shining hours.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
![How Ryan Hurd Transitioned From Songwriter To Country Artist [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ryan-hurd-ones-to-watch_1557958868.jpg)
How Ryan Hurd Transitioned From Songwriter To Country Artist [Q&A]
May 15, 2019
The songwriter-turned-artist has written for almost every major country artist including Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Florida Georgia Line, and Luke Bryan - just to name a few.
Author:
Jacklyn Krol

Mind Bath - "Scorpio" | Live at Black Rabbit Rose
May 15, 2019
Mind Bath's music flows forth like hushed poetry, hinting at the deeply-held sentiments beyond the surface of his otherworldly R&B.
Author:
Maxamillino Polo

AUGUST 08 Unravels Friends-with-Benefits Relationships In "Simple Pleasures"
May 15, 2019
+ Stay tuned for AUGUST 08′s upcoming "All Eyes On" performance!
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Slayyyter's "Daddy AF" Is Unapologetic, Explicit, and a Hell of a Good Time
May 15, 2019
Rising pop personality Slayyyter has organically stirred up a frenzy amongst internet communities with a series of forward-thinking releases.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![888 Dives into Post-Relationship Growth in the Contagious "Pins & Needles" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/888-ones-to-watch_1557944643.jpg)
888 Dives into Post-Relationship Growth in the Contagious "Pins & Needles" [PREMIERE]
May 15, 2019
With elevated electronic soundscapes, contagious alt-pop melodies, and blazing vocals, the track is a commanding yet emotive release.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
![Meet Ryan Beatty, the Triumphant Artist Born-Again [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ryan-beatty-ones-to-watch 2_1560373470.jpeg)
Meet Ryan Beatty, the Triumphant Artist Born-Again [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
May 14, 2019
We are patiently awaiting more wistful tunes from this young visionary.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![Hoodzy on Changing Direction, M.I.A., and Growing Up [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/hoodzy-interview_1652672105.jpeg)
Hoodzy on Changing Direction, M.I.A., and Growing Up [Q&A]
May 16, 2022
Hoodzy is ready to make waves.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas

alextbh Fearlessly Expresses His Sexuality in "No Space"
February 1, 2019
Alex's latest single fuses his typical left-of-center grooviness with sensual pop.
Author:
Kelly Itatani

Innovative Rocker grandson Has No Need to "Apologize"
February 1, 2019
"I first began working on this back in 2016 without a song out, broke and lost, for all the grandkids I hoped one day to meet, to tell the world we will not apologize for who we are."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Juice WRLD, Cautious Clay, LoveLeo, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
April 24, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Max Leone Cements Himself as an Anti-Pop Prodigy on "Malleable"
July 1, 2020
"Malleable" demonstrates Leone's technical understanding of what makes for good, new-sounding music along with his in-depth emotional capacity and ability to convey a feeling.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
valentina cy Makes Her Major Label Debut With the blackbear-Assisted "Bad"
July 10, 2020
"Bad" feels like it could serve as the score for any classic femme fatale.
Author:
Ruby Scott

Victoria Monét Serves Us an Authentic Fierceness in 'JAGUAR'
August 11, 2020
In <i>JAGUAR</i>, Monét shows us there is power to be found in freedom, confidence, and being yourself.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
![Gavin Haley and Yung Pinch Team Up to Deliver a Dose of Summertime in "Tati" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/gavin-haley-yung-pinch-tati_1585262268.jpg)
Gavin Haley and Yung Pinch Team Up to Deliver a Dose of Summertime in "Tati" [Premiere]
March 26, 2020
"I don't think I've ever made something that makes you wanna move like this."
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Jak Bannon Searches For Change and Happiness in Debut Single "THE TRADE"
April 30, 2020
Rarely does a debut single feel so fleshed-out and pristine.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Casey Conroy and COASTCITY Deliver a Message of Heartfelt Vulnerability in "Best Shoes" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/casey-conroy-best-shoes_1588694543.jpg)
Casey Conroy and COASTCITY Deliver a Message of Heartfelt Vulnerability in "Best Shoes" [Premiere]
May 5, 2020
"It got to a point where I felt so defeated that I just wanted to run home."
Author:
Joey Legittino