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![slenderbodies Finds Bravery in Vulnerability with EP Inspired by Powerful Women [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/slenderbodies-ones-to-watch-3.jpeg)
slenderbodies Finds Bravery in Vulnerability with EP Inspired by Powerful Women [Q&A]
January 30, 2019
"Traditionally, masculinity is associated with bravery, courage, and all these really over the top things. Vulnerability is one of the hardest things to do, so is that not the bravest thing?"
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

When It Comes to the Pop Magic of Valentina, We Love "P.D.A"
January 30, 2019
"This song is the best way for me to describe the euphoric feeling of falling for someone that you've known for a very long time."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

lovelytheband's "maybe, i'm afraid" Video Has Us Counting Down The Days Till Their Tour
January 30, 2019
This trio is capturing real vulnerability and translating it into irrefutably anthemic song.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Daz Rinko Takes a Page Out of The 'Insecure' Handbook in His Video for "Broke Lawrence" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/daz rinko-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Daz Rinko Takes a Page Out of The 'Insecure' Handbook in His Video for "Broke Lawrence" [PREMIERE]
January 30, 2019
"As a fan of the show, I relate to the character of Lawrence and how he deals with the everyday struggles of being a black male making his way in the world."
Author:
Chuck Ramos

Take a Trip With the Enigmatic Aries to "SANTA MONICA"
January 30, 2019
Aries' latest sun-soaked venture is the perfect backing soundtrack for coasting down PCH, or any occasion really.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Jarryd James Makes a Bold Comeback With "Slow Motion"
January 30, 2019
"The world is a noisy place these days. The one thing I love about music is you can shut everything out to it, feel confident, and be at ease."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![Patrick Martin Saves Romance While Debuting His Captivating Visual for "Cinema Love" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Patrick Martin-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Patrick Martin Saves Romance While Debuting His Captivating Visual for "Cinema Love" [PREMIERE]
January 30, 2019
"This imagery is meant to make listeners decide what side of the fence they're on, do they believe in cinema love or not?"
Author:
Jessica Thomas
![Hazey Eyes and Moli Tackle Losing Yourself in the Soaring "Hungover You" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/hazey-eyes-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Hazey Eyes and Moli Tackle Losing Yourself in the Soaring "Hungover You" [PREMIERE]
January 30, 2019
Sentimental, Hypnotic, and Dance-Inducing. This is Hazey Eyes at his finest.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Female Songwriters Who Re-Popularized an Old Folk Style: Stream of Consciousness Lyrics
January 30, 2019
Led by the likes of Phoebe Bridgers and her contemporaries, these writers construct their works through deconstructing traditional lyrical tropes.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
![Baby FuzZ Is Our New Disco Pop Obsession with "What U Gonna Do 4 Luv" [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/baby-fuzz-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Baby FuzZ Is Our New Disco Pop Obsession with "What U Gonna Do 4 Luv" [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 29, 2019
The colorful single opens with an upbeat strumming of an electric guitar and a soulful bass that both shine throughout the entirety of the single.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
![BAUM Breaks Down Gender Stereotypes With "Fuckboy" Anthem [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/baum-fuckboy-ones-to-watch.jpg)
BAUM Breaks Down Gender Stereotypes With "Fuckboy" Anthem [Q&A]
May 8, 2019
"I'm just sick of the assumption that since I'm a woman I'm incapable of wanting something casual."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Emotional Oranges Portrays a Relationship Gone Sour in "Someone Else (Rejuiced)" Single + Video
July 16, 2019
Two oranges who have grown unhappy in their relationship cheat on one another with an apple and a strawberry. Yeah, you read that right.
Author:
Jess Myers

Powfu Shares 'poems of the past,' a Sublime Lo-Fi Portrait of Youth
May 29, 2020
In his major label debut, Powfu shares every ounce of himself, blemishes and all.
Author:
Ruby Scott

Worry Club Is Creating a Community That Extends Beyond Their Music
July 19, 2021
"I know it helps me a lot just to know there's other people out there just like me going through the same shit."
Author:
Joey Legittino

anees Never Fails to Wears His Heart On Sleeve
April 28, 2022
anees is the very embodiment of sonic sunshine.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
Author:
Holly Alvarado
![WILD Will Cure Any Bad Day With Their New Single, "It Only Gets Better" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/wild-ones-to-watch 2.png)
WILD Will Cure Any Bad Day With Their New Single, "It Only Gets Better" [PREMIERE]
March 7, 2019
Another feel-good anthem by indie-pop trio WILD.
Author:
Kelly Itatani

merci, mercy Holds Nothing Back in Her Debut Single "Fucked Myself Up"
March 6, 2020
"'Fucked Myself Up' is about dependence on alcohol, it gave me the confidence to be able to talk to people."
Author:
Emily Smith

Alfie Templeman's "My Best Friend" Is a Hypnotic Ode to Depression
April 28, 2020
"It's about depression and sadness being the only thing that's always there for you, as if it's the only thing that really sticks around..."
Author:
Maddy Quach

Zaia Has an Ominous and Funk-Fueled Vision For Atlanta Rap
April 7, 2020
Zaia is conveying complex ideas in infectious refrains and melodies.
Author:
Tyler Borland