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KIRBY's "Don't Leave Your Girl" Is a Timeless Neo-Soul Ode
October 18, 2019
The BeyonceÌ, Kanye West, and Ariana Grande writer is stepping into the spotlight.
Author:
Precious Kato

YUNGBLUD's 'the underrated youth' Is Larger Than an EP. It's a Movement
October 18, 2019
"It's become less and less about me and more about this whole collective of people coming together to fight for what we believe in."
Author:
Matthew Rudas

Smino, Noname, and Saba Unite as Ghetto Sage in "Hà¤agen-Dazs"
October 18, 2019
Chicago's finest indeed.
Author:
Matthew Rudas

Mack Keane's 'Aquanetta Dr. - Pt. II' Is an R&B-Fueled Trip Down Memory Lane
October 18, 2019
Mack Keane continues to surprise us with some serious emotional and sonic heat.
Author:
Joey Legittino

Transviolet Takes a Stab at Donald Trump and Our Capitalist Hellscape in "Money Money" Visual
October 18, 2019
"Money Money" is a tongue-in-cheek ode to greed, corruption and rampant consumerism.
Author:
Precious Kato
![Au/Ra on Writing Fan Fiction, Anime, and Not Having to Always "Stay Happy" [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aura-ones-to-watch_1571351882.jpeg)
Au/Ra on Writing Fan Fiction, Anime, and Not Having to Always "Stay Happy" [Q&A]
October 17, 2019
Au/Ra may be the only artist we know who can speak Elvish.
Author:
Precious Kato
![Neo-Soul Artist Dana Williams Is Tired of You Being So "Hard" On Yourself [PREMIERE + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/dana-williams-ones-to-watch_1571342926.jpeg)
Neo-Soul Artist Dana Williams Is Tired of You Being So "Hard" On Yourself [PREMIERE + Q&A]
October 17, 2019
"'Hard' is a very introspective song about the pursuit of nonexistent perfection, and being so hard on yourself about being hard on yourself."
Author:
Precious Kato
![Riz La Vie Explores Emotional Intimacy in Heartbreaking "Napkins" Video [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/riz-la-vie-2-ones-to-watch_1571331768.jpeg)
Riz La Vie Explores Emotional Intimacy in Heartbreaking "Napkins" Video [PREMIERE]
October 17, 2019
"This film is about perspective and life"
Author:
Bianca Brown
![O Future's "Telephone" Visual Is a Glossy, Hyperfutristic Trip [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/o-future-ones-to-watch_1571327932.jpg)
O Future's "Telephone" Visual Is a Glossy, Hyperfutristic Trip [PREMIERE]
October 17, 2019
"Telephone" takes a transparent look at existing in a manner you truly desire and the feeling of craving something more.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Daniela Andrade's "Gallo Pinto" Holds a Message for the Dreamers
October 16, 2019
"I wanted to bring a sense of honesty and humanness to what my family and other immigrants are striving for; hope and a better future."
Author:
Bianca Brown

D. Muà±oz Struggles Through a Troublesome Relationship in "Comfort" Video
March 9, 2020
D. Muà±oz' latest music video has us completely in our feels.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Sachi Admires Internal Beauty Over Superficial Facades on "Rich Girls"
July 10, 2019
Sachi's blend of pop, R&B and alternative is a charming combination that is structured around the complexity of the human spirit.
Author:
Chuck Ramos

The Faim Plays Who's Most Likely To...?
September 17, 2019
In addition to gracing the world with a host of new anthemic tracks, The Faim is currently hitting the road with Stand Atlantic on their Ones To Watch and The Noise - presented tour.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Marie Lang's "Don't Wanna Go Back" Is Glowing With Femininity [Premiere]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/marie lang ones to watch smaller_1574193023.jpg)
Marie Lang's "Don't Wanna Go Back" Is Glowing With Femininity [Premiere]
November 18, 2019
A song for anyone who has experienced the pains and joy of a friendship turning into something more.
Author:
Precious Kato

Blimes Gets Personal and Intimate in "Under My Skin"
December 12, 2019
Meet Blimes, the rapper, singer, and songwriter who can do it all.
Author:
Precious Kato

Yeek Gets Eccentric on "3000 Miles (Baby Baby)"
February 8, 2021
"3000 Miles" is the kind of song that makes the most sense when you're, in Yeek's own words, "higher than a kite."
Author:
Maddy Quach

gabriel black Unveils LSD-Fueled Simp Anthem "batman"
May 28, 2021
The latest addition to the DCEU sounds great.
Author:
Joey Legittino
![Brandy Haze Puts Herself First on 'That's Unfortunate' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/brandy-haze-thats-unfortunate-interview_1630431949.png)
Brandy Haze Puts Herself First on 'That's Unfortunate' [Q&A]
August 31, 2021
Haze is here to prove that no matter how bad things get, there is always hope to be found in the arms of R&B.
Author:
Chloe Liz

#NowWatching Playlist: 03-01-19
March 1, 2019
The music gods have truly delivered today.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui

An Interview With Bri Steves: A Hip-Hop Visionary
June 13, 2019
Philly born-and-raised multi-instrumentalist, producer, and artist Bri Steves does it all.
Author:
Jess Myers