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Sam Valdez Can't Shake Her "Toothache" in New Vintage Visuals [Premiere]
July 6, 2020
The echoing shoegaze, Americana track highlights Valdez's staple sound, while delivering a fresh and haunting atmosphere, acting as a glowing backdrop for her storytelling lyrics.
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Sally Boy's Debut Single Was a Lifetime in the Making [Q&A]
July 6, 2020
Philadelphia-born artist, Sally Boy, released his self-titled debut single on Wednesday, June 30. After playing The self-titled single, "Sally Boy," proves to be the young writer's true introduction, unadulterated and honest.
$NOT's "Can You Help Me" Is a Visceral Response to Ongoing Police Brutality
July 6, 2020
The woozy hip-hop meditation is one that posits that the ongoing revolution is one beyond political affiliation; it is the very real fight for human life.
Leo Bhanji Makes a Powerful Statement With Debut EP 'No Guard'
July 6, 2020
Released via Dirty Hit, <i>No Guard</i> is just that: a commitment to letting his guard down.
Amy Allen's "Queen of Silver Linings" is a Striking Solo Debut
July 3, 2020
Relying on only a guitar and her piercing voice, Allen sings honestly about a fraught relationship with the "king of good intentions" that she always ends up justifying.
Ayoni, Tim Atlas, Max Leone, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
July 3, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist on Ones To Watch.
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Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]
July 3, 2020
Toronto based vocalist and producer, Zanski, returns this summer with his contemplative new EP.
McClenney Connects With Baby Rose For the Introspective "Karma Plays"
July 2, 2020
McClenney is a maverick for the way he's been able to craft his own alternative R&B sound by combining elements of jazz, funk, pop, and soul in new ways.
Ayoni Opens Up About Her Life on "Unmoved (A Black Woman Truth)"
July 2, 2020
This could easily be one of the most powerful songs that has come across our desk in 2020.
Sophia Messa Relinquishes A Sugar-Coated, Toxic Love in "Ice Cream & Cigarettes"
July 2, 2020
Brazilian-American wunderkind, Sophia Messa offers a look at the darker side of a painfully-sweet first love in third single to date "Ice Cream & Cigarettes."
![Dounia - "LOWKEY GRL" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/dounia-ones-to-watch-7.jpg)
Dounia - "LOWKEY GRL" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
April 24, 2019
All eyes are on Dounia, the forward-thinking voice of a generation.
serpentwithfeet Channels Cinematic Grandiosity in the Ethereal 'Apparition'
May 4, 2020
The three-track EP was exclusively produced by Janelle Monae and Twin Shadow collaborator Wynne Bennett.
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Emily Vu Wants You to Trust the Process on "Just Wait" [Premiere]
July 24, 2020
Emily Vu has all the makings of a Gen Z pop star.
Who Is The Driver Era?
October 14, 2021
No one makes affecting and anthemic alternative pop quite like The Driver Era.
Who Is Mimi Webb?
October 27, 2021
From blowing up on TikTok to <i>Seven Shades of Heartbreak,</i> we get to know Mimi Webb.
BENEE Announces New EP 'LYCHEE' With Sun-kissed Single "Beach Boy"
February 3, 2022
"'Beach Boy' is pure fantasy, set in LA. It's about being happy alone, but still wanting some love."
Coco & Breezy Are "Liftin Me Up" With This Female Empowerment Anthem
March 7, 2022
"We need to lift each other up - through words, through actions, and through music."
![Ones To Watch Presents: Chris Lane's 'Big, Big Plans Tour' [ANNOUNCEMENT]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/chris-lane-ones-to-watch-3_1567533149.jpg)
Ones To Watch Presents: Chris Lane's 'Big, Big Plans Tour' [ANNOUNCEMENT]
September 3, 2019
The forthcoming tour comes hot off the heels of the titular single, which saw Lane propose to Lauren Bushnell in a heartfelt ode and accompanying music video.
Emotional Oranges' "The Juice, Vol. II" is a Peel-Worthy Continuation of Stylistic Growth
November 8, 2019
Emotional Oranges are back and serving up fresh-squeezed feelings. Listen to "The Juice, Vol. II" now.
X Lovers' 'virgin' Is an Avalanche of Emotional Depth
November 25, 2019
X Lovers has dispatched a wellspring of emotions for you to bask in.