From the Site
Test 9/8 Number 2
September 8, 2025
The post-pandemic era for live music has seen an endless proliferation of one-off festivals trying to establish a presence in what might be its most competitive time yet. Despite this, Portola has reigned supreme among its class of newcomers, and frankly, the competition isn’t even close. Nestled in-between San Francisco's infamous piers 79 and 81, this year Portola brings the chaos to Pier 80 alongside what may be its most stacked lineup yet.
TEST 9/8 Pasted from Word
September 8, 2025
The post-pandemic era for live music has seen an endless proliferation of one-off festivals trying to establish a presence in what might be its most competitive time yet. Despite this, Portola has reigned supreme among its class of newcomers, and frankly, the competition isn’t even close. Nestled in-between San Francisco's infamous piers 79 and 81, this year Portola brings the chaos to Pier 80 alongside what may be its most stacked lineup yet.
LØLØ Takes a "faceplant" For Love in Latest Single
October 11, 2023
"Something you should know about me is when I fall for someone, I fall HARD."
Jaden Hossler Reintroduces Himself With “Chrome Hearted"
October 9, 2023
Hossler kicks off his new era with a fresh, sleek sound.
It's All Fun and Games in Cody Ko and Space Rangers' "Bop It"
September 25, 2023
Is there anything Cody Ko can’t do?
Landon Barker Kicks Off His Rockstar Story With Debut Single "Friends With My Ex"
September 22, 2023
“Friends With My Ex” is equal parts love story and pained, self-inflicted guilt trip.
BETWEEN FRIENDS Capture the Fleeting Joy of Summer in 'I Love My Girl, She’s My Boy'
August 25, 2023
No album feels more fit to soundtrack the end of your summer than 'I Love My Girl, She’s My Boy'.
Lollapalooza 2023: 12 Acts Not to Miss (Who Aren't Billie Eilish and The 1975)
August 1, 2023
These are our 12 ones to catch while you eagerly await to cry your eyes out to Billie Eilish, Lana Del Rey, and so much more.
Aidan Bissett Delivers an Impassioned Earworm in "Sick"
July 24, 2023
"Sick" walks the thematic tightrope of sweaty, underground NY club and radio-ready indie pop anthem.
glaive Comes of Age and Into His Own in ‘i care so much that i don’t care at all’
July 14, 2023
In the span of a few short years, glaive has evolved from the face of an online movement into a star in his own right.
![SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/swmrs-ones-to-watch.gif)
SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
March 26, 2019
Our gaze is fixed on these punk upstarts who are bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the genre.
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.
![Abir - "Reunion" [Live] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/abir-live-ones-to-watch_1564082024.jpg)
Abir - "Reunion" [Live] | All Eyes On
July 25, 2019
Fusing elements of dance-pop with powerful vocals reminiscent of Dua Lipa, Daya, and Alessia Cara, Abir performed a stripped-down rendition of "Reunion" from her debut EP.
![Rachel Wammack Takes Us Backstage at Her First Stagecoach [TOUR DIARY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rachel-wammack-stagecoach-ones-to-watch.jpeg)
Rachel Wammack Takes Us Backstage at Her First Stagecoach [TOUR DIARY]
May 8, 2019
The future of country is female and you need look no further than Rachel Wammack for proof.
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.
Manila Killa, San Holo, and Nick Lopez's "Mean It" Is an Anthem to Human Connection
November 19, 2021
San Holo, Manila Killa, and Nick Lopez have created an electronic track bursting with all the joy and uncertainty present in life.
Tierra Whack's #whackhistorymonth Is in Full Swing With "Gloria"
March 5, 2019
If there were any lingering questions that a GRAMMY nomination somehow did not put to rest, "Gloria" cements Whack as a bona fide hip-hop artist.
Carlie Hanson's 'Tough Boy' Is a Portrait of Sonic and Personal Growth
February 24, 2022
<i>Tough Boy</i> is an album built around self-discovery in real-time.
Michigander Guides Us Through Life's Peak and Valleys in 'It Will Never Be The Same,' Premieres "Cannonball" Video
March 31, 2023
“'It Will Never Be The Same' is a collection of songs that's about being ok with change and striving to become a better human being.”
Rising UK Star Mimi Webb Shows No Signs of Stopping With "Dumb Love"
June 23, 2021
Webb has a voice sure to stop you dead in your tracks.