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Tommy Newport's "Movie Screen" Will Have You Dancing With the Devil
July 12, 2019
Newport's music is a funk-fueled party.
Isaac Dunbar's 'balloons don't float here' Is an Ominous & Alluring Debut for the Young Artist
July 12, 2019
The way in which Dunbar infuses an at times unnerving element to tracks that have no right being this infectious is not dissimilar to Billie Eilish's own brand of ominous pop.
Alexander 23 Released a New Track And We're Anything But "Sad"
July 12, 2019
The rising indie-pop artist has delivered yet another bop-able song that makes us reflect on our own relationships and fall head first into his intoxicating sound.
Ultra Q Answers Your Fan Questions
July 11, 2019
From sharing the craziest thing that's happened at a show to exposing their worst habits and favorite Disney movies, this is another reason to fall in love with one of the best rock bands to emerge in 2019.
Yellow Days Sultry Vocal Proves "It's Real Love" We're Feeling
July 11, 2019
"I can talk about my feelings 'til the sun goes down."
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Swimming With Bears' "Don't Think About It" Proves Rock is Made for Dancing [PREMIERE]
July 11, 2019
"Don't Think About It" captures that feeling of being a kid in a bedroom, rocking out to your favorite song, and secretly wanting to show it off to the world. You know... that moment when the tennis racket you are strumming becomes a real guitar."
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Catch a Glimpse Into Night Riots' Alt-Electro Dreamscape With "Loyal to the Game" [PREMIERE]
July 11, 2019
"In honor of this sexiness we filmed the video ourselves at a nude beach. So as you'd expect, we were just off camera completely nude."
Slow Hollows' "Come Back In" Is the Perfect Nostalgic Summer Anthem
July 10, 2019
It is safe to conclude that Slow Hollows is on the rise in the indie post-punk scene.
Beabadoobee Imbues 'Loveworm (Bedroom Sessions)' With a Comfortable Warmth
July 9, 2019
'Loveworm (Bedroom Sessions)' is comprised of somber lullabies that somehow make you feel so warm and full, yet so sad and pensive.
![ViVii Is Stockholm's Effervescent Light that Shines Through the Darkness [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/vivii-ones-to-watch_1562616308.jpg)
ViVii Is Stockholm's Effervescent Light that Shines Through the Darkness [Q&A]
July 8, 2019
Their hushed soundscape has been compared to the esteemed Lana Del Rey, but where they differ is found within ViVii's ability to draw listeners in with every romantic note.
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How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]
July 5, 2019
Los Retros is proof that the only thing you need to make a great record in the modern age is a living room, some instruments, and a fire under your ass.
From Bluegrass to Hip-hop: Faye Webster's Sound Spans Atlanta's Musical History
July 2, 2019
If you like artists who play by their own rules, keep your eyes on Faye Webster.
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Boy In Space Reels Himself Back in for the Bittersweet "7UP" Acoustic [PREMIERE]
July 2, 2019
Boy In Space is a living manifestation of what it means to shoot for the stars.
Dayglow Gets Destroyed by a Multicolor Fringe Monster in Visual for "Hot Rod"
July 1, 2019
Nine months since his astonishingly successful debut album, Dayglow has delighted us with a quirky primary-colored rom-com.
boy pablo and Jimi Somewhere's "Never Cared" Captures a Special Moment
June 28, 2019
boy pablo + Jimi Somewhere + a toy Casio keyboard + a radiant guitar = "Never Cared," an organic summer track full of floating synth sounds and passionate vocals.
Ayokay's "Things Fall Apart" Sets You in a Magical Indie-Pop Landscape
June 28, 2019
The LA-based singer, songwriter, and producer's latest is light and whimsical in nature, yet totally danceable.
Clairo's "Closer to You" Is an Anesthetic for Growing Pains
June 28, 2019
While Clairo's earlier work evokes the starry-eyed daydreams of a teen with a long road ahead, "Closer to You" feels like we've opened a door into the more shadowy recesses of the singer's mind.
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BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]
June 28, 2019
The initial excitement surrounding BENEE is not unlike that of the first time we heard tale of a young Billie Eilish.
mxmtoon Writes Her Heartbreak on the Wall in "high & dry"
June 27, 2019
mxmtoon is not one to keep her feelings locked up.
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George Taylor's "Roses" Is a Masterful Use of Sonic Space [PREMIERE]
June 27, 2019
British singer-songwriter George Taylor has shown from the jump that he can build worlds inside your headphones.
X Lovers Is a Shared Childhood Dream for World Domination
June 26, 2019
X Lovers is aiming to carve out a place in music that did not exist before them.
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Sure Sure Expertly Blends Classic and Modern in 'What's It Like?' [PREMIERE]
June 26, 2019
Having received praise from Grizzly Bear and Rostam of Vampire Weekend, you don't want to sleep on this indie genre-bender.
Matt Maeson Is Having a Great Week
June 25, 2019
From making his national television debut to dropping a remix with grandson, everything is coming up Matt Maeson.
"Just When" You Thought Life Couldn't Get Better, Yellow Days Returns With New Music
June 24, 2019
The track steers farther away from Yellow Days' indie-rock roots and dives deeper into classic whopping funk sounds.
Scarypoolparty Is More Than an American Idol
June 24, 2019
Scarypoolparty is destined to become a household name.
![Peach Tree Rascals' "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/peach-tree-rascals-ones-to-watch_1567123270.jpg)
Peach Tree Rascals' "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]
August 29, 2019
With Mexican, Filipino, and Palestinian roots that run deep, Peach Tree Rascals is one of the most hardworking collectives we've had the honor of introducing.
ThxSoMch Makes a Dark, Intoxicating Breakthrough With “SPIT IN MY FACE!”
November 8, 2022
ThxSoMch is building a home for longing hearts.
Meet Zeph, the Composer of Your Coming-of-Age Soundtrack
February 17, 2022
Zeph is a singer-songwriter, producer, and shitposter that you need in your life.
keshi's "blue" Is a Heartbreaking Ode to Falling Out of Touch
December 17, 2019
Seemingly out of nowhere, keshi emerged as one of 2019's most promising artists.
Surfaces Is Quite Possibly the Most Optimistic & Eclectic Indie-Pop Duo To Date
August 26, 2019
Now that Surfaces has two impressive, self-produced albums and a sold-out nationwide tour under their belt, there's no denying that this carefree duo will succeed.
Peter McPoland Lights the World on Fire With “Digital Silence”
April 11, 2023
"It’s only up from here. No more slowing down, just speeding up. Thank you for waiting for me.”
Delaney Bailey Pens the Tender and Heartwarming "j's lullaby"
January 10, 2022
Bailey has all the hallmarks of a truly great singer-songwriter.
Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly
October 30, 2020
It looks like 2020 isn't a complete wash.
Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene
January 18, 2023
Kiki Rockwell is an innovative new artist fresh to New Zealand’s indie scene.
KennyHoopla's "how will i rest in peace if i'm buried by a highway? //" Is Pure Catharsis
February 10, 2020
KennyHoopla is the next wave.
Jeremy Zucker's "always, i'll care" Is a Heavenly Ode to Platonic Love
February 7, 2020
"It's a song for my friends, whom I love deeply, and a promise to do better."
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Reflect on Fluctuating Relationships in Melancholic 'brent' EP
May 6, 2019
"These songs kept us warm in the deep snow of December. We hope they can do the same for you."
Paris Paloma Gives a Voice to Feminine Rage in "labour"
March 27, 2023
The UK-based artist is cultivating a uniquely compelling sound from the threads of mythology and history.
Meet Brenn!, the King of the South Bringing an Infectious Innocence to Folk Pop
May 2, 2023
With each new single, Brenn! is demanding his dreams into reality.
BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]
June 28, 2019
The initial excitement surrounding BENEE is not unlike that of the first time we heard tale of a young Billie Eilish.
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Pen Sorrowful Melodies in "you were good to me"
April 22, 2019
"The music really represents how we felt at that cabin: inspired, wholesome, and introspective."
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Get to Know Indie Newcomer, KALI [Q&A]
January 20, 2021
Get to know 16-year-old artist KALI and watch the music video for her latest single, "Lucy,"
Meet ALEXSUCKS, the Delinquents Betting on a Hollywood Rock Revival
June 15, 2023
ALEXSUCKS feels like LA's answer to the indie bands birthed in underground NY clubs.
The Dare Is Picking Up Where Dance Punk Left Off
November 10, 2022
...a cocky, anthemic blend of pop, house, and techno that captures the chaos of a night out in NYC.
Cavetown Revisits the Arresting World of "Devil Town"
January 14, 2019
Centered around the divorce of Skinner's parents, "Devil Town" has long existed as one of his back catalog's most personal and powerful works.
Clairo's "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" Showcase the Early Promise of an Anti-Pop Star
February 25, 2019
Taken together, "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" are akin to a timeline of an artist finding their voice, a voice that would come to charm the world over.
Meet carpetgarden, the Misfit Indie Pop Icon Embracing Optimistic Nihilism
December 9, 2021
"'IDC' is a really chaotic song about embracing identity and flaws and giving up in the most positive way."
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Meet Choker, the Most Underrated Rising Artist of 2019 [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
March 19, 2019
Though his vocals are often likened to Frank Ocean, Choker deserves to be discussed as a storm of his own.
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Hollow Coves' 'Moments' Is a Reminder to Not Let Life Pass You By [Q&A]
October 21, 2019
"We wanted to remind people that life can actually be pretty amazing if you let yourself see the beauty in all the little things."
Matt Maeson Returns Home a Changed Man in "Blood Runs Red"
May 19, 2022
"'Blood Runs Red' is a song about being a successful artist and the narcissistic tendencies that come along with it."