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grentperez Looks to His Past For the Storied 'When We Were Younger'
June 6, 2023
"'When We Were Younger' is a collection of music, each relating to figures of the past, whether it be in love, loss, families, and friendship."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Bully's 'Lucky For You' Is an Indie-Grunge Look at Grief
June 6, 2023
In one word, 'Lucky For You' is raw.
Author:
Abby Kenna

The Aces’ 'I’ve Loved You For So Long' is an Indie-Pop Sapphic Soundtrack
June 5, 2023
'I’ve Loved You For So Long' is a nostalgia-riddled triumph of The Aces’ musical innovation.
Author:
Abby Kenna

Homeschool Embraces Who They Are in Vulnerable 'Just Now' EP
June 1, 2023
"As a nonbinary, genderfluid person, I felt that my biggest obstacle in truly understanding myself was finding permission to express my fluidity."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

d4vd Pens the First Chapter of His Genreless Stardom With Debut EP 'Petals to Thorns'
May 30, 2023
On his debut EP, d4vd makes good on the initial fervor surrounding his breakout series of singles.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Arlo Parks Peers Into Our Hearts and Diaries in 'My Soft Machine'
May 30, 2023
“I’m giddy, I’m crying, I’m grinning, I’m throwing myself around this apartment, I’m on fire, I’m terrified, I’m feeling everything right now.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

kerri's 'HURTING' Is a Project Rife With Fresh Wounds and Lessons Gained
May 30, 2023
'HURTING' is a “powerful reminder to learn from the pain you've experienced, not dwell in it."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Meet Chenayder, the Breakout High School Artist Crafting an Indie Pop Dream in 'Blue Oblivion'
May 26, 2023
At only 16, bedroom pop newcomer Chenayder is making a name for herself.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

ThxSoMch's Debut EP 'Sleez' Is a Gritty, Cathartic Project Worth Losing Yourself In
May 26, 2023
Blurring the angst of '90s alternative and the raw energy of 2000s SoundCloud rap, ThxSoMch explores the alluring boundary between reality and dark fantasy.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Ray Laurél Steals Our Hearts With the Nonconforming 'TEMPTRESS'
May 23, 2023
'TEMPTRESS' is a project you will think about long after the music stops.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Slayyyter's 'Troubled Paradise' Is Pop at Its Most Uninhibited
June 11, 2021
In her euphoric debut album, Slayyyter holds absolutely nothing back.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

DEVORA Manifests a Goth Western Femme Fatale on Debut EP 'Outlaw'
June 28, 2021
<i>Outlaw</i> is a five-track call to stand stall, stand firm, and not to take shit from anyone.
Author:
Chloe Liz

Mahalia's Debut Album Is an Uncompromising Look at 'Love and Compromise'
September 9, 2019
British neo-soul artist Mahalia exists beyond the realm of passing trends and fads.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
syd B on the Seasons of Hurt and Healing That Inspired 'Are You Feeling It Too?' [Q&A]
July 8, 2021
<i>Are You Feeling It Too?</i> sees syd B evolving not just as an artist but as a person.
Author:
Tyler Borland

PinkPantheress Wrestles With Coming of Age and Disappointing Boys in 'Take me home'
January 4, 2023
Take me home caps off what was a bustling 2022 for the UK breakout star.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
King Isis Stands Firmly Rooted in Her Artistry in Debut EP 'scales'
April 3, 2023
King Isis' debut EP is her flag on the moon: bold, declarative, and here to stay.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Matilda Mann's 'You Look Like You Can't Swim' Is For Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Lost in the Deep End
July 17, 2023
"These 5 songs are the foundation of me as a songwriter and an artist."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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Cautious Clay Opens Up on Debut Album 'Deadpan Love' [Q&A]
June 25, 2021
On his long-awaited debut album, Clay takes major stylistic risks that ultimately pay off and then some.
Author:
Carter Fife

Valentina's 'Unmanageable' Is Pure, Soulful Catharsis
May 1, 2019
'Unmanageable' cements Valentina as a soulful voice in the realm of pop, but on a larger scale, it arrives as a rallying cry for anyone who has ever been told they were not good enough.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aylo-ones-to-watch_1565116278.jpg)
AYLà˜ Is the Rapping & Singing Extraordinaire Making Nigeria Proud With 'dnt'dlt' [Q&A]
August 6, 2019
In celebration of his new music, we recently chatted with AYLà˜ about his musical upbringing, his continual growth, and of course, 'dnt'dlt.'
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul