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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.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
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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.
Author:
Kristin Robinson

$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.
Author:
Ruby Scott

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.
Author:
Maddy Quach

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.
Author:
Malc.

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.
Author:
Malc.
![Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/zanksi ones to watch smaller_1593784860.jpeg)
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.
Author:
Precious Kato

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.
Author:
Malc.

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.
Author:
Joey Legittino

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."
Author:
Jessica Thomas

joan Makes Peace With Moving On in “don’t wanna be your friend”
October 12, 2022
"don't wanna be for your friend" is a welcome moment of catharsis.
Author:
Chloe Liz

YDE Pens a Stirring Introduction With Debut EP 'SEND HELP’
September 12, 2022
YDE emerges as an enthralling triple threat with her soul-searching debut effort.
Author:
DJ Connor

Unearth 'Lost Genres' With Top That Track
April 7, 2020
In the latest episode of Top That Track, Dave and Precious go virtual crate-digging within the confines of their four walls.
Author:
Precious Kato
![Joshua Crumbly Showcases Simple Sonic Decadence on "Afria" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Joshua Crumbly - otw_1594227774.jpg)
Joshua Crumbly Showcases Simple Sonic Decadence on "Afria" [Premiere]
July 8, 2020
Talented musicians are spoiled for choices, they can command beauty and merit out of any instrument, often in a way that's startling for its simplicity. Joshua Crumbly has this very talent.
Author:
DJ Connor

Ant Saunders Displays His Poetic Thrust on "I Had a Love Song" Featuring VanJess
August 7, 2020
We're seeing Ant Saunders's music blossom into a bouquet of creativity in real time.
Author:
Joey Legittino
![Aaron Taos Invites spill tab to the Lonely Club on "Loneliness PT. II" [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aaron taos - otw_1599059555.jpg)
Aaron Taos Invites spill tab to the Lonely Club on "Loneliness PT. II" [Premiere]
September 2, 2020
Emerging Indie artist Aaron Taos is back with an update to his 2018 standout song "Loneliness."
Author:
Malc.

Dua Saleh & Bas Explore Forbidden Alien Love Amid Intergalactic Warfare in "RE(a)D"
September 9, 2020
Partnering with Dreamville's first signee, Bas, Dua Saleh shares another epic battle, this time chronicling a story of forbidden love, with a sexy sci-fi twist in "RE(a)D."
Author:
Jessica Thomas

ROZET's "RIGAMAROLE" Provides a Cathartic Ending to 2020
November 25, 2020
ROZET's new release "RIGAMAROLE" echoes sentiments of injustice and mistrust, bringing to sonic life the dystopian experience that is 2020.
Author:
Brooke Schaffer

Jim-E Stack Blends Genres on His Captivating Second LP, 'EPHEMERA'
December 9, 2020
Hailing from California, producer Jim-E Stack is yet another example of an artist pushing the boundary towards genre-less music.
Author:
Jordan Shickman

Elko's Debut 'Love Was The Reason' Cannot Be Boxed In
January 11, 2021
'Love Was The Reason' is a dejected and emotive album all centered around Elko's navigation through a difficult relationship.
Author:
Tyler Borland