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StaySolidRocky Is Jumping From TikTok's Trending Pages to the Billboard Hot 100 [Q&A]
June 11, 2020
We catch up with the Virginia artist who, thanks to TikTok, finds himself with a self-funded Billboard Top 30 hit.
![Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/kota-the-friend-interview-everything_1590156309.jpg)
Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]
May 22, 2020
Kota the Friend is aiming to build a legacy. One he hopes his kids can inherit.
![From Classically-Trained Pianist to Rising Pop-R&B Star, lilspirit Finds His Lane in 'american spirit' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/lilspirit-interview-american-spirit_1589568821.jpeg)
From Classically-Trained Pianist to Rising Pop-R&B Star, lilspirit Finds His Lane in 'american spirit' [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
After a short-lived career as an emo-rapper, lilspirit has found his true calling.
![RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rini-interview-bedtime_1589562770.png)
RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
Rini is a master, both in the kitchen and in the world of velvety-smooth R&B.
![Zella Day Has Arrived, Renewed [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/zella-day-where-does-the-devil-hide-interview_1589395507.jpg)
Zella Day Has Arrived, Renewed [Q&A]
May 13, 2020
In 2015, Day was set to be the new face of Americana pop. What followed was radio silence, at least until now.
Deante' Hitchcock on Atlanta Rap, the Dreamville Sessions, and His Debut Album 'BETTER'
May 7, 2020
We sit down (via email) with the Atlanta upstart ahead of his highly-anticipated major label debut album.
![Turbo's "Heart Stop" Is Proving Country/Hip-Hop Is More Than a Passing Fad [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/turbo-heart-stop-interview_1588361091.jpg)
Turbo's "Heart Stop" Is Proving Country/Hip-Hop Is More Than a Passing Fad [Q&A]
May 1, 2020
"I believe that meme culture is the gateway for this genre... My mission, though, is to show people that this is the start of something enormous, not a temporary trend."
![Del Water Gap on Smash Mouth, Quarantine and "Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat" [Premiere + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/del-water-gap-interview_1588889228.jpg)
Del Water Gap on Smash Mouth, Quarantine and "Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat" [Premiere + Q&A]
May 1, 2020
"Not much to say about Smash Mouth other than the 2001 'Smash Mouth' self-titled LP is one of the greatest records ever made."
Thomas Headon Shows Us How to Make the Perfect English Breakfast
April 30, 2020
Headon shows us how to make the perfect English breakfast while under lockdown in his London flat.
![Blu DeTiger Is Bridging Indie Pop and the NYC Underground Club Scene [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/blu-detiger-interview_1588105079.jpg)
Blu DeTiger Is Bridging Indie Pop and the NYC Underground Club Scene [Q&A]
April 28, 2020
Blu on postponing her tours with Caroline Polachek and Fletcher, proving herself in male-dominated spaces, and "Figure It Out."
Del Water Gap on Smash Mouth, Quarantine and "Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat" [Premiere + Q&A]
May 1, 2020
"Not much to say about Smash Mouth other than the 2001 'Smash Mouth' self-titled LP is one of the greatest records ever made."
![Su Lee Is Unapologetically "Messy Sexy" [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/su-lee-interview-messy-sexy-1664566364.jpg)
Su Lee Is Unapologetically "Messy Sexy" [Q&A]
September 30, 2022
"This single is about embracing the imperfections, the things that are deemed—societally speaking—unattractive."
![John-Robert Is the Small-Town Teen Poised to Become the Next Big Singer-Songwriter [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/john-robert-interview_1585768479.jpg)
John-Robert Is the Small-Town Teen Poised to Become the Next Big Singer-Songwriter [Q&A]
April 1, 2020
John-Robert on his obsession with Swedish Fish and what he has been doing to prepare for COVID-19.
Turbo's "Heart Stop" Is Proving Country/Hip-Hop Is More Than a Passing Fad [Q&A]
May 1, 2020
"I believe that meme culture is the gateway for this genre... My mission, though, is to show people that this is the start of something enormous, not a temporary trend."
![How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/los-retros-ones-to-watch-2_1562620222.jpg)
How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]
July 5, 2019
Los Retros is proof that the only thing you need to make a great record in the modern age is a living room, some instruments, and a fire under your ass.
![Mothé Explores Pain and Healing in Debut Album 'I Don't Want You To Worry Anymore' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/mothe-i-dont-want-you-to-worry-anymore-interview_1649699778.jpg)
Mothé Explores Pain and Healing in Debut Album 'I Don't Want You To Worry Anymore' [Q&A]
April 11, 2022
"I think the album honestly has a lot to do with this constant state of doom that we are experiencing."
![Jac Ross' "It's Ok To Be Black" Is a Track and Message Everyone Needs to Hear [First Look + Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/jac-ross-ones-to-watch_1578673933.jpg)
Jac Ross' "It's Ok To Be Black" Is a Track and Message Everyone Needs to Hear [First Look + Q&A]
January 10, 2020
"It's a celebration of perseverance and success. It's my remedy to people to be comfortable in your skin."
![Blood Cultures Deals With Identity in 'Broadcasting' [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/blood-cultures-ones-to-watch_1574190777.jpg)
Blood Cultures Deals With Identity in 'Broadcasting' [Q&A]
November 19, 2019
"Music is that unquantifiable consciousness in the meat puppet."
![REI AMI Is the Saddest, Baddest Bitch [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/rei-ami-ones-to-watch-7_1575487465.jpeg)
REI AMI Is the Saddest, Baddest Bitch [Q&A]
December 4, 2019
Co-signed by FINNEAS, REI AMI is an artist who revels in defying any and all expectations.
![Aidan Bissett Wants You to Know It's Okay to Be Alone [Q&A]](https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/onestowatch-v2/aidan-bissett-interview-dumped_1633104809.jpeg)
Aidan Bissett Wants You to Know It's Okay to Be Alone [Q&A]
October 1, 2021
"I would hope that it inspires you to be your independent, wonderful self again."