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The Happiest Accident: a Conversation With Motel 7 [Q&A]
August 25, 2021
"We never expected Motel 7 to even be a thing and here we are."
![For Louyah, One Viral TikTok and His Closest Friends Changed Everything [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/louyah-i-used-to-care-tiktok_1629831304.jpeg)
For Louyah, One Viral TikTok and His Closest Friends Changed Everything [Q&A]
August 24, 2021
"I'm 25 and I've spent my whole life working for this moment."
![Modern Original's Spirited Debut EP Is Exactly What We Need Right Now [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/modern-original-interview_1629826780.jpg)
Modern Original's Spirited Debut EP Is Exactly What We Need Right Now [Q&A]
August 24, 2021
Formerly of The Mowgli's, Modern Original branches out to deliver their own infectious, uplifting sound.
Riovaz's "Leaving You" Is an Intoxicating Dance Departure For the Rising Star
August 23, 2021
"Leaving You" is a mesmerizing tour de force that utilizes the inherent repetition of club music to its full potential.
Bakar Muses on Nepotism and the Black British Experience on "The Mission"
August 23, 2021
Bakar explores what it means to be a "futuristic immigrant" in a world that still scrutinizes people of color.
Justus Bennetts Continues His Winning Streak With "Insomniac"
August 23, 2021
Justus has gone from having a couple of thousand streams to his name to establishing himself as an artist to be contended with.
GRACEY's "What a Waste" Is the Perfect Cure For Heartbreak
August 23, 2021
"I wrote 'What A Waste' in the first raw moments of a recent break-up, when all I felt was the initial loss."
Kazi Delivers an Anthem For the "real ones"
August 23, 2021
Taking a page from 100 gecs, Kazi's latest single moves at a mile a minute.
Lyn Lapid Holds Nothing Back on the Jazzy "In My Mind"
August 20, 2021
The 18-year-old's star power feels limitless.
After Three Years Of Silence, ABRA Unites With Playboi Carti and Boys Noize on "Unlock It"
August 20, 2021
It's difficult to fathom a better reintroduction into music than ABRA's "Unlock It."
![Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Nilufer-Yanya-ones-to-watch-5.jpeg)
Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]
April 4, 2019
In her debut album, Yanya waxes poetic about the reality that is unfurling before our very eyes.
#NowWatching Playlist: Raveena, Matt Maeson, Sasha Sloan & More
May 31, 2019
Follow along if you love #NewMusicFriday as much as we do.
![The Aces Release 'Under My Influence (Deluxe)' Ahead of Long-Awaited Return to Touring [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/the-aces-under-my-influence-tour_1634926534.jpg)
The Aces Release 'Under My Influence (Deluxe)' Ahead of Long-Awaited Return to Touring [Q&A]
October 22, 2021
The Aces open up about the record, their feelings on tour, and the importance of lifting up each other and women in the industry.
The Best of 2021, According to the Ones to Watch Staff
December 27, 2021
This is 2021, as we experienced it.
Thomas Headon Navigates the Pitfalls of Infatuation on "How Do I Know?"
January 25, 2022
Headon propels us through his own helpless coming-of-age love story.
Alexander 23 Draws a Masterpiece While Answering Rapid-Fire Questions
September 8, 2022
Sit down with rising star for a quick drawing ❤️
![Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard Invite You Back to the 70's to Join in the "Double Denim Hop" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/B3X_1597757310.jpg)
Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard Invite You Back to the 70's to Join in the "Double Denim Hop" [Premiere]
August 18, 2020
Welsh quartet Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard are back with the exclusive premiere of their video for "Double Denim Hop."
Get "Caught Up" With Brandon Banks' Transfixing Release
September 14, 2020
Brandon Banks decided his 'STATIC' EP was not gonna be the only thing he gave us this year.
King Mala Drops an Anthem for the Introverts With "Homebody"
October 29, 2020
Los Angeles based KiNG MALA (a.k.a Areli Castro) gives us "Homebody" - voicing a gentle reminder of the power in living authentically and not shying away from who you truly are.
![Brennan Villines' Powerful Vocals Soar in Emotional Ballad, "You Never Loved You" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/brennan-villines-ones-to-watch_1566325053.JPG)
Brennan Villines' Powerful Vocals Soar in Emotional Ballad, "You Never Loved You" [PREMIERE]
August 20, 2019
With a sound similar to Sam Smith, Villines' breathtaking fusion of jazz, soul, and pop elements is exactly what sets him apart from other rising artists nowadays.