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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.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Mahalia's Debut Album Is an Uncompromising Look at 'Love and Compromise'
September 9, 2019
British neo-soul artist Mahalia exists beyond the realm of passing trends and fads.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
girl in red Offers a Happy Medium of Indie Rock and Dream Pop in 'chapter 2'
September 9, 2019
Finally, a sequel that lives up to its predecessor.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Ryan Beatty, Mahalia, girl in red, flor & More | #NowWatching Playlist
September 6, 2019
Follow along for new tunes added every Friday!
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
The "Divine" Ayoni Makes Her Stellar Debut with Island Instrumentals & Pop Melodies
September 6, 2019
She may only be 20 years old, but Ayoni is here to preach the truth about our underappreciated divinity.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
BIIANCO Shares Electronic Wave "Rice Crispies," Second Single from Debut EP
September 6, 2019
Vibrant and thriving, queer artist BIIANCO is back with another popping anthem just months after her debut.
Author:
Ariana Tibi
Childish Major's 'Dirt Road Diamond' Shines Bright
September 6, 2019
South Carolina native Childish Major returns to his roots with his newest release, with features from Ludacris, Earthgang, Buddy, and Tish Hyman.
Author:
Precious Kato
flor Pulls off an Exhilarating Balancing Act in 'ley lines' Album
September 6, 2019
Be sure to catch flor performing their new album and plenty of fan favorites on their Ones To Watch - presented tour this fall!
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Brock Monroe Is Saving Alternative Rock with His Badass Attitude In "Bossman" [PREMIERE]
September 6, 2019
A booming anthem from a forward-thinking powerhouse, "Bossman" is all about taking control of your life and building it into something you're genuinely proud of.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Charli XCX, Clairo, Yaeji, and the Pop Futurism of "February 2017"
September 6, 2019
The future of pop belongs to Charli, baby.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
INTRN Revels In Vulnerability, Unravelling the "Seams" of First Love Lost
September 2, 2020
In his latest single, "Seams," INTRN confronts his post-breakup demons head on.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Alexander 23 and Laufey's "Ain't Christmas" Is the Perfect Salve For Your Holiday Blues
December 2, 2022
Move over Mariah Carey; there's another Xmas anthem in town.
Author:
Jolene Latimer
FRND CRCL Explore What It Means To Be Suburbanites On New LP 'Suburban Dictionary' [Q&A] | THE NOISE
July 20, 2023
'Suburban Dictionary' is a deep dive into the discontent of growing up through the lens of the suburban teenager, honing in on an emo-tinged view of entrapment and boredom.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of the Last Week
September 12, 2023
From Laufey to Bakar, these are 5 music videos you don't want to miss.
Author:
DJ Connor
Porsh Bet$ Tackles Long-Distance Relationships on "Things In The Way" [Premiere]
January 19, 2022
Despite its bittersweet subject matter, "Things In The Way" is one of those songs that you cannot help but groove along to.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Imugi Have a Knack for Honest Lyrics With Warm Vibes [Q&A]
November 16, 2020
Electronic duo Imugi makes the kind of music that's hard to condense into a neat little introductory sentence. We caught up with the pair ahead of their killer set at the very first Ones to Watch showcase to chat collaboration, the good kind of DMs, and the virtue of taking some time out once in a while.
Author:
Georgie Wright
Kenny Mason's "Play Ball" Video Is a Punk-Rap Nostalgia Trip
June 16, 2021
Mason's music is a harmonious synthesis of punk, alternative rock, and Atlanta hip-hop affinities.
Author:
Carter Fife
Maisie Peters' Sonic Diary Entries Take the World Stage on 'You Signed Up For This'
August 30, 2021
Maisie has a transcendent talent for balancing heartfelt storytelling with a pop star poise well beyond her years.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Norwegian Producer Marius Unveils Hypnotic Single & Trippy Visualizer, "Breeze" [PREMIERE]
March 21, 2019
Rising producer and multi-instrumentalist Marius is equal parts offbeat, outlandish and mesmerizing.
Author:
Anna Scholfield