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Matthew Chaim Explores the Bitter-Sweet Nuances of Sacrifice in "Tear"
September 30, 2020
On his second solo release of 2020, Matthew Chaim explores the concept of sacrifice in his own life.
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BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]
September 30, 2020
"BLACKSTARKIDS is coming of age music. Nostalgia plays a large factor in what we do."
SÅl's "Badside" Is Nostalgic, Introspective, and Infectious
September 29, 2020
New York native SÅl has a knack for creating unique and memorable pop music.
Rook Monroe Paints a Sunrise With "Pink and Purple"
September 29, 2020
Rook Monroe's "Pink and Purple" takes you on a lyrical exploration of self expression.
Silver Sphere Makes a Shimmering and Stunning Debut With 'all my boyfriends'
September 28, 2020
Silver Sphere makes music to laugh, cry, and dance to.
kmoe's "iced tea" Is a Vibrant Expression of Versatility
September 24, 2020
Vancouver-based 16-year-old kmoe refuses to be boxed in.
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Saint Blonde Returns with "Morningside" [Premiere]
September 24, 2020
Texas band Saint Blonde is back with new single "Morning Side."
Take a Disco Dance Break With "The Word" From Alec Wigdahl
September 22, 2020
"The Word" demonstrates how endearing and impressive Alec Wigdahl's music capabilities are as a young artist on the rise.
Ai Bendr Outdoes Herself on Sophomore Release "Runaway"
September 21, 2020
Ai Bendr does not fold under the high pressure and expectations and her new single "Runaway" proves that she's here to stay.
![JP Saxe Chats Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Joy at the Edge of Heartbreak [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/JP Saxe - otw_1600725668.jpg)
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.
Little Monarch Brings a Groovy New Energy to "Same Old"
November 1, 2023
“Same Old” invokes an effortlessly serene sense of self.
The Driver Era's "A Kiss" Video Is the Perfect Blend of Nostalgia and Creativity
December 4, 2019
"I don't think either of us has felt so creatively charged up in a long time."
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Dive "head first" into Christian French's Intoxicating Pop Melodies [Q&A]
May 21, 2019
Ones To Watch chatted with Christian French about crushes, his recent tour with Quinn XCII, and of course, "head first."
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Ariana Grande: From Cat Valentine to a Generation-Defining Pop Princess [WHERE ARE THEY NOW?]
May 1, 2019
Even Barack Obama is an Ariana Grande stan.
Ruel's "Growing Up Is ____" Is an Open-Ended Ode to Coming of Age
December 10, 2021
Ruel has never sounded so assured in his sound.
Lous and The Yakuza's "Solo" Is the Personification of Silk
March 23, 2020
Lous and The Yakuza transcends the sleekness of velvet, silk, and satin, materializing a sonic plushness that is hard to resist.
Elley Duhé's Latest Single Is a Force of "Nature"
December 9, 2019
Produced by Jon Bellion and Ojivolta, Duhé's latest single may just be her most intoxicating to date.
I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME Uncovers a Long-Forgotten "Choke" Video
January 11, 2019
While we are left trying to piece together the perplexing, out-of-time music video, we certainly cannot deny iDKHOW's charm and infectious nature.
Jean Dawson Drops "BRUISE BOY," a Single For All the Kids Like Him
February 13, 2020
Dawson is without question one of the most exhilarating figures in the experimental pop scene.
Ryan Mack Reminds Us It's Okay to Be "Only Human"
February 15, 2022
"Everybody can fall down and everyone can make mistakes but we will get back up."