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![The Happiest Accident: a Conversation With Motel 7 [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/motel-7-interview_1629907259.png)
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."
Royal & the Serpent's "Chips" Is a Captivating Portrait of Emotional Turmoil and Anxiety
September 24, 2021
"Chips" showcases a softer side of Royal without sacrificing the irresistible bite of The Serpent.
Yumi Nu Kicks Off a New Beginning With the Irresistible 'Hajime'
May 20, 2022
<i>Hajime</i> feels like a creative rebirth for the model and artist.
![ieuan Thinks "VIRTUAL REALITY" Has Us Trapped in a Simulation [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ieaun-otw-2_1565284919.jpeg)
ieuan Thinks "VIRTUAL REALITY" Has Us Trapped in a Simulation [PREMIERE + Q&A]
August 8, 2019
This fresh singer/producer has been on the rise tackling topics like LGBTQ+ love, loss, religion and youthful angst via sultry, synth-drenched bangers.
![Kid Quill Breaks Down His Hip-Hop Concept Album, 'Sunset Diner' [EXCLUSIVE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kid-quill-ones-to-watch-2_1568065388.jpeg)
Kid Quill Breaks Down His Hip-Hop Concept Album, 'Sunset Diner' [EXCLUSIVE]
September 9, 2019
The Indiana artist on the rise blends hip-hop and soul with a nostalgic '70s and '80s flair that is only elevated by his innate gift for storytelling.
The Millennial Club's 'She's So Insane' EP Is Dream-Pop Bliss
May 21, 2019
RIYL: The 1975, flor, LANY
![A Day in the Life of Los Angeles' Classless Act [The Noise]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/classless-act-day-in-the-life-1661356859.jpeg)
A Day in the Life of Los Angeles' Classless Act [The Noise]
September 13, 2022
Currently on tour with Def Lappard and Mötley Crue, step into the daily life of Classless Act.
![Just Friends Are Rolling With the Punches [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/just-friends-interview_1647452219.jpeg)
Just Friends Are Rolling With the Punches [Q&A]
March 14, 2022
"We are who we are and we write what we write."
![Ones To Watch & Zero Fatigue Presents: Smino - 'Hoopti' Tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/smino-ones-to-watch-3.JPG)
Ones To Watch & Zero Fatigue Presents: Smino - 'Hoopti' Tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]
January 14, 2019
Catch visionary hip-hop artist Smino in a city near you!
Late Nights In Your Car Just Became a Whole Lot Lonelier with Suriel Hess' "Sick of You"
February 27, 2021
Your late-night driving playlist just grew by two and a half minutes.
The Dare Is Here For a “Good Time,” and Hopefully a Long Time
March 3, 2023
The Dare is here to score all the highs and lows of your nights out.