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Minke Channels Her Inner Ariana Grande in "Too Late"
January 16, 2019
"This was a moment after a bad break up that I needed to get out my system...Thank you, next."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

FRENSHIP and Yoke Lore Reclaim Their Originality with "Wanted A Name"
January 16, 2019
"With this song we didn't try to think about genres or influences - we just let it happen."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

6 Ones To Know If You're a Fan of Hozier
January 15, 2019
Hozier redefined what it meant to pray with his breakout single "Take Me To Church." With new music on the way, we honor the Irish songwriter with 6 artists following his footsteps.
Author:
Kathryn O'Leary

SWMRS Delivers a Bout of VHS-Era Punk Nostalgia With "Trashbag Baby" Video
January 15, 2019
SWMRS delivers just what punk rock needs right now.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

The Dirty Nil - "Evil Side" | Northside Sessions
January 15, 2019
Emerging from Hamilton, Ontario, The Dirty Nil cut their teeth playing the dirtiest of dive bars before they found themselves opening for some of their own idols.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/guardin-ones-to-watch-16.jpeg)
Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]
January 15, 2019
At the intersection of alternative, lo fi, emo, and hip-hop, stands guardin.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jay-wile-ones-to-watch-2.png)
Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]
January 15, 2019
Every note and sung word of Jay Wile's feels prophesized.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
![Ones To Watch Presents: lovelytheband - 'the finding it hard to smile' tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lovelytheband-ones-to-watch-2.jpg)
Ones To Watch Presents: lovelytheband - 'the finding it hard to smile' tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]
January 15, 2019
Tickets will be available Friday, Jan. 18, at 10:00 AM local time!
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
![Toronto's Verzache Shows Unwavering Promise in Anti-Genre 'Thought Pool' [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/verzache-ones-to-watch.jpg)
Toronto's Verzache Shows Unwavering Promise in Anti-Genre 'Thought Pool' [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
'Thought Pool' is the formative chapter of Verzache's ascension into his potential; check out the entire project here.
Author:
Alexis Papadopoulos
![Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/alex-cameron-ones-to-watch-2.jpeg)
Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
As one fan on Bandcamp puts it, his music can be chalked up to "Bogan pop from an alternate 1980s."
Author:
Asal Shahindoust
![Is Malu Trevejo Just an Influencer or an Embodiment of the American Dream? [INTERVIEW]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/malu-trevejo-ones-to-watch-3.jpeg)
Is Malu Trevejo Just an Influencer or an Embodiment of the American Dream? [INTERVIEW]
February 13, 2019
Her most recent single, "Como TຠMe Quieres," is a bilingual sensation with all the hallmarks of a crossover hit.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Florida Rapper Cochise Is Finally Getting His Flowers
June 8, 2021
Cochise's music is a testament to the power of being yourself and making art that you believe in.
Author:
Carter Fife
![Mons Vi's "Come On Violet" Is a Heartbreaking Portrait of Addiction [PREMIERE]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/mons-vi-ones-to-watch-2_1563488107.jpg)
Mons Vi's "Come On Violet" Is a Heartbreaking Portrait of Addiction [PREMIERE]
July 18, 2019
If there's one thing we know to be true about Brooklyn-based artist Mons Vi, it's that he works in words the way other artists work in watercolor or clay.
Author:
Brady Moses

What the Fuck Is a Genre?
February 26, 2020
Gen Z killed the music genre. RIP.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Alicia Creti Delivers Showstopping Debut Single "Congratulations"
February 18, 2022
We know little of Alicia yet beyond her ability to stop us dead in our tracks.
Author:
DJ Connor

Cat Clyde Narrates an Unconventional Love Story in Soulful "All the Black"
February 11, 2019
Cat Clyde's powerfully haunting vocals shine through in her latest single.
Author:
Alyssa Yung

Joji and Don Krez Close Out the Summer in "Breathe"
September 12, 2019
"I wanted my fans to have a song before the summer ended - one that is fun and free."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Monsune Treats Us to the Grooviest Synths & Childish Gambino-esque Vocals In "Outta My Mind"
September 3, 2019
Monsune's utterly soulful vocals blended with his steady ear for tasteful pop melodies are more than enough to win us over.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Reaper Is the Anti-Hero Indie Needs
January 7, 2020
Enigmatic, elusive, but undeniably captivating.
Author:
Brady Moses

Issue 04: The Haunting
October 19, 2023
Our latest issue features haunting tales from Holly Humberstone, Zeph, Joey Valence & Brae, Ellise, and much more. Read at your own peril.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff