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#NowWatching Playlist: 02-15-19
February 16, 2019
This week's playlist additions include Dennis Lloyd's valiant return, August 08 and Smino's harmonious collaboration, Matt Maeson's ode to life on the lonely road, and much more.
Kyle Dion Seduces Us in Sexy & Psychedelic "Not All The Way" Video
February 15, 2019
The underrated R&B world has truly been blessed to receive lush melodies from the soulful swooner known as Kyle Dion.
Rex Orange County Talks of Love and the Pressures of the World in "New House"
February 15, 2019
Rex OC's distinctive lyricism paired with elements of jazz, hip-hop, soul, and bedroom electronica took the world by storm.
Dennis Lloyd Transcends Genre Limits With Follow Up Anthem, "Never Go Back"
February 15, 2019
With an upcoming debut EP set for April and a North American headline tour including stops at Coachella and Governors Ball, the young auteur has only just scratched the surface.
SWMRS' 'Berkeley's On Fire' Is the Punk Rallying Cry of a New Generation
February 15, 2019
SWMRS is the bleeding heart of a new generation with a message that will not be ignored.
SG Lewis Sees the First Touches of 'Dawn' in the Euphoric "Blue"
February 15, 2019
"I'm trying to narrate the journey of a night out musically, trying to capture the highs and the lows in energy, and some of the euphoria experienced in those moments."
ALMA Tackles Winter Depression with Vulnerable New Single, "Summer"
February 15, 2019
ALMA has the kind of voice that doesn't come around often.
![BETWEEN FRIENDS Treated Fans with Real "affection" This Valentine's Day [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/between-friends-ones-to-watch 2.jpeg)
BETWEEN FRIENDS Treated Fans with Real "affection" This Valentine's Day [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
February 15, 2019
From their luscious melodies to doing all of their own styling, directing, editing, and photography, BETWEEN FRIENDS is set for stardom.
![Ceramic Animal Dedicates Crowd Favorite,"All My Loving," To Father [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/ceramic-animal-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Ceramic Animal Dedicates Crowd Favorite,"All My Loving," To Father [PREMIERE]
February 15, 2019
Composed of equal parts Mac Demarco, Arctic Monkeys, The Doors, and modernized psychedelic rock elements.
Ashe Reflects on a Messy Divorce in the Magnificent "Moral Of The Story"
February 14, 2019
"You can think you're in love/ When you're really just in pain."
Takayoshi Delivers a Burst of Emphatic 'songs that can fit in your pocket'
August 23, 2023
'songs that can fit in your pocket' is no misnomer, emerging as a tidy brief collection of songs that energize, deliver poignantly, and then shift into the next track.
Hot Flash Heat Wave Continue to Reinvent Themselves With "Where I'm @"
December 9, 2021
"'Where I'm @' is about love, growth, and the willingness to accept change."
Weekly Rewind: Hojean, Rahill, and more
November 15, 2023
Take a peek at our favorite music videos from this week!
garii's EP "twist my arm" Is a Candid and Captivating Debut
November 18, 2023
Notes of Americana-gothic nostalgia decorate garii's debut EP twist my arm – and it's not one to miss.
The Aces, BENEE, Joesef, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
July 17, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist from Ones to Watch.
Kipp Stone Impresses Again with "Cheap Sangria"
August 21, 2020
Dropping as a late summer vibe, Stone explores themes of getting out and moving on with his latest "Cheap Sangria."
![Appleby Wants to Normalize the Stigma Around Self-Doubt [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/Appleby - otw2_1599005534.jpg)
Appleby Wants to Normalize the Stigma Around Self-Doubt [Q&A]
September 2, 2020
We caught up with Appleby for a candid interview.
Michi Finds Solace on "Escondida"
September 4, 2020
Documenting her own self-discovery journey, Michi crafted a masterpiece that celebrates isolation.
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Cuffed Up Share Live Performance of Donny Darkà¶ff [Premiere]
October 26, 2020
LA-based indie-punk quartet Cuffed Up has returned with a live version of their song "Donny Darkà¶ff" inspired by a very famous Don.
![JONES Makes Heartbreak Feel Surmountable [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jones - otw_1597068174.jpg)
JONES Makes Heartbreak Feel Surmountable [Q&A]
August 10, 2020
We grabbed some time with JONES via email to find out how she's been surviving quarantine, some of the social justice causes she's been learning about, and of course, her new music and album.