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From SoundCloud to Rolling Loud, $NOT is Solidifying His Place in Hip-Hop's Next Wave
December 18, 2019
Hello, world. Meet $NOT, Gen Z's hip-hop star.
Author:
Emily Bird

KnowKnow Flexes His Universal Appeal in 'Mr. Enjoy Da Money'
December 13, 2019
Higher Brothers' DzKnow goes solo.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Leven Kali Enlists Smino and Topaz Jones to Clear Things Up in "Homegirl"
December 11, 2019
An ode to anyone who has ever been caught sending that "I miss you" text.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Rahli Pays Tribute to His Loved Ones in "Ooh Child"
December 11, 2019
Hip-hop newcomer Rahli is taking on a much smoother and raw persona.
Author:
Precious Kato

BROCKHAMPTON's "SUGAR" Video Is an Extraterrestrial Trip
December 10, 2019
Fair warning, BROCKHAMPTON's latest video is 100% NSFW.
Author:
Precious Kato
![Jay Loud Escaped Naptown, and Now It's Shaping His Music [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jay-loud-ones-to-watch_1574882602.jpg)
Jay Loud Escaped Naptown, and Now It's Shaping His Music [Q&A]
November 27, 2019
"Naptown is like a maze... either you fail or you find a way to get out."
Author:
Kenan Draughorne
![Jez Dior Wants to Be for Others What Eminem Was for Him [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jez-dior-ones-to-watch_1574375941.jpg)
Jez Dior Wants to Be for Others What Eminem Was for Him [Q&A]
November 21, 2019
"If it is just one person reaching out to me saying I saved their life, that alone is success to me."
Author:
Joey Legittino

Baby Keem's 'DIE FOR MY B*TCH' Is the Hip-Hop Breakthrough We Needed
November 20, 2019
Baby Keem is here. Catch up.
Author:
Emily Bird

Baby Keem's "Orange Soda" Video Is a Film Reel of Rap's Next Star
November 13, 2019
Baby Keem is ready to take the hip-hop crown.
Author:
Matthew Rudas

Doja Cat's 'Hot Pink' Is the Most Versatile Hip-Hop Offering of the Year
November 7, 2019
Doja Cat's star power is undeniable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

StaySolidRocky's "Party Girl" Is a Budding TikTok Hit
May 5, 2020
The rapidly rising rapper may very well have a breakout hit on his hands.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

boylife's Nervous Honesty Is a Much-Needed Slice of Comfort
May 14, 2020
Through his music, boylife reminds us we're not alone in facing our most brazen feelings.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Samm Henshaw and EARTHGANG Deliver a Gospel Hip-Hop Sermon in "Church"
January 20, 2019
Don't forget to go to "Church," kids.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![10 Questions With Lonnie on His Debut Single “One Night Stand” [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lonnie-one-night-stand-1673545404.jpg)
10 Questions With Lonnie on His Debut Single “One Night Stand” [Q&A]
January 12, 2023
We catch up with an artist who ended 2022 with a bang.
Author:
DJ Connor
![Who Is Rico Nasty? [Setlist.Fm x NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rico-nasty-ones-to-watch-2_1560889885.jpeg)
Who Is Rico Nasty? [Setlist.Fm x NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
June 18, 2019
Fueled by rage, colors and cartoons, the 21-year-old DMV rapper is becoming a force to be reckoned with.
Author:
Hannah Cotter
![Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kota-the-friend-interview-everything_1590156309.jpg)
Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]
May 22, 2020
Kota the Friend is aiming to build a legacy. One he hopes his kids can inherit.
Author:
Ruby Scott

RMR's "Rascal" Is a Transfixing Country Trap Ballad That I'll Play at My Wedding
February 27, 2020
The only song of 2020 that matters.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Baby Keem's 'DIE FOR MY B*TCH' Is the Hip-Hop Breakthrough We Needed
November 20, 2019
Baby Keem is here. Catch up.
Author:
Emily Bird

Meet 1300, the Korean-Australian Group Looking to Change the K-Pop Game
March 29, 2022
The alternative K-rap outfit thrives on the idea of creating something new, fun, and chaotic.
Author:
Kelly Park

6 Ones to Know If You're a Fan of BROCKHAMPTON
April 9, 2019
Rap is expanding, and these 6 artists are pushing the current boundaries.
Author:
Chase Nathan