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#NowWatching Playlist: 04-26-19
April 26, 2019
Kicking off with a raging lesson in Anger Management by Rico Nasty & Kenny Beats, only to follow up with tender love songs by Mahalia and LàˆON, this week's playlist has something for every type of music fan.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui

Baker Grace Overcomes Her Relentless Haters with Trap-Infused "Illest"
April 26, 2019
"It's easy to play the victim role and think the world is against you when a lot of times it's you betting against yourself."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Kevin Abstract's 'ARIZONA BABY' Is the Rap Album We've Needed for Ages
April 26, 2019
Rap and the gay experience have historically existed at odds, but in ARIZONA BABY, being an openly gay man builds the emotional crux for an album poised to go down as one of 2019's crowning achievements in hip-hop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Alexander 23 Tackles Mortality and Legacy in Under 3 Minutes With "When I Die"
April 26, 2019
Alexander 23's music is both empathetic and calming to the angst that often accompanies young adulthood.
Author:
Anna Scholfield

Karnaval Blues Effortlessly Blends Heartbreak and Synths in "You Come With The Rain"
April 26, 2019
His soulful vocals are intertwined with lush synths, reverbs, and tasteful beat drops which are signature for the British producer.
Author:
Kelly Itatani

Pell Raps His Way to Self-Love in One-Take "Bitch Ass" Video
April 26, 2019
"I wanted more raw and focused energy so that people could hear the words and have to watch me say them."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Hablot Brown and Friends Are Back with the Buttery Smooth "Peace of Mind"
April 26, 2019
A seamless collaboration with Braxton Cook, Floyd Fuji and MALIA, the single is a prime example of how powerful getting talented musicians in the same room can be.
Author:
Anna Scholfield

Stand Atlantic - "Toothpick" | Live From The Rooftop
April 25, 2019
Pop-punk outfit Stand Atlantic is on the verge of breaking in a major way.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Stagecoach 2019: 6 Ones to Catch
April 25, 2019
This year's Stagecoach lineup welcomes dynamic voices, heartfelt sounds, and a new era of women pushing the boundaries of country music -- scope our 6 must-sees.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
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Julius Cowdrey Takes Us on an Emotional Voyage with Impassioned Double Release [PREMIERE]
April 25, 2019
Both singles narrate a trying time in Cowdrey's life, illustrating a feeling of being let down by the ones you loved and trusted the most.
Author:
Chloe Robinson

KennyHoopla Burts Back Into the Spotlight With the Thunderous “YOU NEEDED A HIT//”
May 19, 2023
The next era of KennyHoopla is here and its more electrifying than ever.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Soft Plastics Music Makes You Feel Like the Love Interest of a Film Noir
September 15, 2023
It’s heart-wrenching, melodious, and highly-executed–much like the rest of Soft Plastics’ music.
Author:
Hannah Powell

Daniel Seavey Looks For the Light While 'Dancing In The Dark'
August 14, 2023
The former Why Don't We is lighting his own path forward.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Haiku Hands Celebrate 'Pleasure Beast' Album Announcement With Dance-Inducing "Feels So Good"
August 30, 2023
"'Feels So Good' is a song about speaking your truth into a world that would often much prefer you to stay quiet, polite, in line, and obedient.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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Royal & The Serpent Shows Off Her Softer Side in Fourth Installment of 'Rat Trap' Saga
September 5, 2023
Singer-songwriter Royal & the Serpent continues building her "royalverse" with the next installment of her RAT TRAP saga, RAT TRAP 4: the burden.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Get to know DREA in Five Minutes or Less
October 20, 2023
"Most of the time I talk about not knowing what I’m doing but I’m having fun doing it."
Author:
Jessica Magtalas

Observe the Sonic and Visual Pleasure of Jak Bannon's "Homebound"
December 4, 2020
Tune into the sonic and visual pleasures of Bannon's new single, "Homebound," with Mr. Carmack.
Author:
Lexi Vaganos

The Trusted Offer up a Track of Reflection and Contemplation in "Criminals"
December 18, 2020
UK indie rock band The Trusted offer up a new video just in time for Christmas.
Author:
Joe Beer

Ivytide Builds Momentum With Their New Single "miss u btw"
May 13, 2021
Over a stripped-back and skeletal instrumental, ivytide crafts a serene indie pop ballad.
Author:
Tyler Borland

"Can't Move" is Another Solid Addition to Huck's Canon of Grooves
July 16, 2020
New York-based singer and multi-instrumentalist John Wolfe, lead singer of Huck, is making us miss live shows with the release of "Can't Move"
Author:
Malc.