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Lucky Daye Delivers an Irresistibly Modern Groove in "Karma"
January 18, 2019
Lucky Daye is shaping up to be one of the most promising R&B-fueled artists in the game.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Kofi Reflects on the Past, Present and Future on "Came Up"
January 18, 2019
With an angelic voice and ability to deliver both trap anthems and softer ballads, Kofi proves he has the artistic arsenal to last.
Author:
Chuck Ramos

Emotional Oranges Concludes 3-Part Love Story in "Hold You Back"
January 18, 2019
"We were inspired by the guitars on Sade's 'No Ordinary Love' all the way over to the drum beat on Drake's 'Just Hold On, We're Going Home.'"
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

If "You Don't Know" Loyle Carner Yet, Now Is the Time to Get Familiar
January 17, 2019
Existing between an old school hip-hop flow and spoken word poetry, every time Carner hits the track feels like a remarkably impactful moment.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Mark Evich Drizzles Soul Over Sizzling New Single, "Stuck"
January 17, 2019
"It was inspired by Robert Glasper's rendition of 'Letter to Hermione' by David Bowie."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
![Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jay-wile-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]
January 15, 2019
Every note and sung word of Jay Wile's feels prophesized.
Author:
Chuck Ramos

MIKNNA Provides an 'Escape' From the Mundane in Conceptual Debut Album
January 14, 2019
"Wherever your desired destination may be in life, we hope that each piece enlightens the way."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Cub Sport Revisits Their First Love Story in the Ethereal "Party Pill" Video
January 11, 2019
"So, I finally turned the pain of those years into something beautiful and it feels like I'm setting myself free."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Charlotte Cardin's "Drive" Is a Mesmerizing Excursion Worth Taking
January 9, 2019
There is a mystical quality to Charlotte Cardin's jazz-infused pop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![REASON Is Penning a Rich Lyrical Chapter in West Coast Rap [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/reason-ones-to-watch-3.jpeg)
REASON Is Penning a Rich Lyrical Chapter in West Coast Rap [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 9, 2019
Continued proof as to why South Los Angeles has remained a breeding ground for some of the best names in the rap game.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Kyle Dion Puts a Relationship to Rest in "DEAD"
October 30, 2019
Dion's latest bout of infectious R&B arrives with a "Thriller"-inspired video just in time for Halloween.
Author:
Bianca Brown

Kyle Lux's 'No Roof Access' Is His Subconscious Personified
November 18, 2019
Lux's music is the equivalent of autumn transitioning to winter.
Author:
Bianca Brown

Guzzle Emotional Oranges' Freshly-Squeezed Alternative R&B With 'The Juice: Vol 1'
May 14, 2019
In just one year, Emotional Oranges has easily become Los Angeles' favorite R&B mystery duo all while keeping their true identities unknown.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
![Meet Rhys Rich, the New Zealand Artist With an Infectious and Soothing Sound [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rhys-rich-interview_1634666555.jpg)
Meet Rhys Rich, the New Zealand Artist With an Infectious and Soothing Sound [Q&A]
October 19, 2021
Alongside a live performance from MEOW in New Zealand, we take a closer look at the rising talent.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas

Donna Missal's "Hurt By You" Is Not Your Typical Break-Up Song
January 29, 2020
"You don't have to be hurt by change."
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
![R.LUM.R on Vulnerability, 'The Last of Us 2,' and His Debut Album 'Surfacing' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rlumr-ones-to-watch_1572636758.jpg)
R.LUM.R on Vulnerability, 'The Last of Us 2,' and His Debut Album 'Surfacing' [Q&A]
November 1, 2019
"The idea that someone may really need to hear what is laid out in the music is more important than whether or not I'm scared to say or express whatever I'm feeling."
Author:
Bianca Brown

Toulouse Is on the Brink of Something "Magnificent"
May 6, 2020
Toulouse is an artist who prefers to stay outside of the lines.
Author:
Precious Kato

The 15 Best Albums of 2019 (So Far)
June 12, 2019
Don't sleep on Aries, Stella Donnelly, and more.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Jordan Hawkins: Gen-Z's Neo-Jimi Hendrix [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jordan otw_1603756832.jpg)
Jordan Hawkins: Gen-Z's Neo-Jimi Hendrix [Q&A]
October 26, 2020
This is the story of 23-year old artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jordan Hawkins.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
![Brahny Portrays "Paradise" with Wavy Synths & Intense Beijing Opera [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/brahny-ones-to-watch_1566409586.png)
Brahny Portrays "Paradise" with Wavy Synths & Intense Beijing Opera [PREMIERE]
August 21, 2019
"'Paradise' is an attempt to show (in an overly dramatic way) that regardless of how perfect an initial love or infatuation is, there will likely be stuff you've gotta deal with and work on."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul