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keshi Loses Himself in the Irresistible Passion of "Touch"
February 4, 2022
"Touch" is irresistible and leaves us begging for keshi's long-awaited debut album.
Lyn Lapid Ponders Life and Death on the Stirring "I Guess That Was Goodbye"
February 4, 2022
"I Guess That Was Goodbye" sees Lapid embarking on a masterfully composed, emotionally-charged journey.
Mallrat Enters a New Era With the Unapologetic "Your Love"
February 4, 2022
"Your Love" is a proclamation of passion and burning desire.
Hope Tala's "Party Sickness" Is a Meme-Inspired Spring Anthem
February 3, 2022
"I wanted it to be an anthem for people who consider themselves to be the life and soul of the party."
BENEE Announces New EP 'LYCHEE' With Sun-kissed Single "Beach Boy"
February 3, 2022
"'Beach Boy' is pure fantasy, set in LA. It's about being happy alone, but still wanting some love."
Wallows Whimsically Navigates Self-Induced Relationship Stress on "Especially You"
February 3, 2022
Wallows' undeniable strength lies in their penchant for delivering emotionally resonant themes packaged in irresistibly upbeat songs.
Pom Pom Squad: A Journey From Packed Apartments to Packed Venues
February 3, 2022
Pom Pom Squad has an unapologetically outspoken vision for indie rock.
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Royal & the Serpent Poises the Uncomfortable Question: 'IF I DIED WOULD ANYONE CARE' [Q&A]
February 2, 2022
"I think the goal in this project specifically is to kill those parts of me - the parts that only care about what other people think about me and just want to be so well-liked."
Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
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Elujay Crystalizes Two Years of Trial and Error on 'Circmvnt' [Q&A]
February 1, 2022
"It's just me telling my story, who I am, and what I went through."
Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year
June 14, 2021
In her latest single, Never muses on substance abuse, growing older, and the fear of fading into nothingness.
BLACKSTARKIDS Deliver a Y2K-Era Earworm With "Juno"
August 5, 2021
"Juno" speaks to a youthful malaise, the aimless feeling of trying your best to hold on to your childhood in the face of growing up.
Alaina Castillo, Smino, LEISURE, and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
August 14, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist by Ones To Watch.
Co-Stanza Wants You to Take a Leap of Faith in "Test the Water"
August 19, 2020
Co-Stanza has written a song overflowing with infectious positivity.
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JP Saxe Chats Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Joy at the Edge of Heartbreak [Q&A]
September 21, 2020
We again had the profound opportunity to interview the sagacious creative on everything from his personal experience in pushing past demons of self doubt to advice on moving on from love lost.
Introducing Ones to Watch Aotearoa
October 8, 2020
There's a wealth of new music talent simmering in Aotearoa. Ones to Watch is here to show it off.
Colby Lafayette Re-lives His Misfit Days on "BUMPIN' 16's"
October 8, 2020
Blending genres like grunge, rock and hip-hop, Colby Lafayette is creating a unique sound of his own.
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PHANGS' Humble Vocals Are Magnificent in Stripped "No One Loves You" [PREMIERE]
September 5, 2019
If you're a fan of COIN, LANY, or joan, you're bound to adore the next rising pop act known as PHANGS.
Juliana Maria Makes a Bold Introduction With the Infectious "loverboy"
October 13, 2021
"Loverboy" embodies a playful flirtation.
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FVNERAL Introduce Themselves to the World With "GOD DAMN LEDs" [Premiere]
October 25, 2021
The Australian creative collective is a project years in the making.