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Olive Jones - End of Time [Music Review]

October 22, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
“Olive Jones deliver smooth soul-infused pop with her latest track, ‘End Of Time.’ This is a track you can easily groove to behind the wheel or with the lights turned down low and the one that you love in the sheets beside you.

Jones hails from the UK though this kind of sultry smooth vocals transcends borders, to help bring this world closer together in the very best of ways.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
October 22, 2025 /Travis Erwin
olivejones, endoftime, laonlock
Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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    Mike Äpt -Glitter & Gold [Review]

    October 15, 2025 by Kreadiv Kesh in Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
    “Mike Äpt’s Glitter & Gold shines with smooth production and a classic mix of confidence and reflection. It’s sleek, modern, and aspirational — a reminder that simple is powerful.”
    — Kreadiv Kesh
    October 15, 2025 /Kreadiv Kesh
    #LAOnlock
    Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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      Deshaymond - Indica [Music Review]

      August 10, 2025 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B
      “Indica” by Deshaymond merges mysticism, memory, and cultural motifs into a tapestry of surreal, textured visuals. It offers a fresh, deeply introspective lens on identity and the unseen world, inviting the viewer to linger in its dreamlike spaces.”
      — Kreadiv Kesh
      August 10, 2025 /Kreadiv Kesh
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      Contemporary R&B
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        Sedric Perry - Chardonnay [Music Review]

        July 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
        “Sedric Perry is smooth in the best of ways. Vocally this track is the musical equivalent of satin sheets and fits his personality and brand so well. So pour yourself a glass, snuggle up next to the one your desire, and enjoy this intoxicating song.”

        “My signature thing is walking out of places with a glass of white wine. I’ve been doing it for years. It’s one of those things I thought would be a vibe for the EP. What better way to start a day with your friends, than with a glass of wine, listening to music?” – Sedric Perry”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        July 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        sedrickperry, chardonnay, laonlock
        Music, Contemporary R&B
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          Chavar Dontae - Rain [Music Review]

          July 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
          “The track gave me ‘Under the Bridge’ Vibes in a way, though the writing and vocals stand on their own without comparison.

          Chavar Dontae might not be reinventing the wheel here, but he is certainly leaning into truth, vulnerability and of course human emotion to give us a truly great song we can feel to our bones.

          ’Rain’ is a timeless kind of song that I will be adding to multiple playlists of my own. This is music you can feel, and I pay no higher compliment to any art than that.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          July 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          chavardontae, rain, laonlock
          Music, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
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            DJ MICKY - Precious Days [Music Review]

            July 14, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary, Soul
            “DJ micky is an underground DJ and producer thriving in Japan and across Asia. known for seamlessly blending various eras and genres, he delivers a smooth soulful Contemporary R&B groove with ‘Precious Days.’

            This track is a vibe that will warm your heat and put a spicy little movement to your hips, as it reminds us to take some time and enjoy the quality moments life gives us.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            July 14, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            djmicky, preciousdays, laonlock
            Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary, Soul
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              Estella Dawn - Move Down Lover [Music Review]

              July 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Soul, Pop, Indie Pop, Alternative
              “Estella Dawn knows how to sell emotion and here on ‘Move Down Lover’ the sultry track straddles the line between sultry Soul Pop and an Alt R&B vibe. Dawn is occupying the same musical space as artists like Teddy Swims on this track but she does so with power, confidence and originality that is clearly her own.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              July 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              estelladawn, movedownlover, laonlock
              Music, Contemporary R&B, Soul, Pop, Indie Pop, Alternative
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                Meagher - All Time Low [Music Review]

                July 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, R&B, Contemporary R&B, Dance
                “This isn’t the first time we have featured one of Meagher’s tracks here at LA on Lock. The talented producer has shown diversity and precision in bring these tracks to life. ‘All Time Low’ delivers a smooth R&B groove with some nostalgic vibes tot he overall style and sound. ”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                July 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                meagher, alltimelow, laonlock
                Music, R&B, Contemporary R&B, Dance
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                  Roots of Creation x Edo. G x Afroman - Ride or Die Chick - remix [Music Review]

                  June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
                  “What’s not to love about a groove-filled jam from Roots of Creation, Afroman, and Edo.G? I mean come one you can feel this one right from the start. ‘Ride Or Die Chick’ is a mantra tof stubborn love and dedication. An ode to loyalty perhaps even when it isn’t deserved.

                  And the easter eggs of hits gone by is a nice addition. This is talented artists having a good time and it shows.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                  rootsofcreation, edo.g, afroman, rideordiechick
                  Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
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                    Sara Marie Barron - Moon [Music Review]

                    June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
                    “Sara Marie Barron wanted to create a song about navigating your mental health while dating that you could dance to. And ‘Moon’ is exactly that.

                    The track has a tender vulnerability to go along with some genuine emotional grit all backed by an infectious beat that makes you want to close your eyes and let the music take over your body.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    saramariebarron, moon, laonlock
                    Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
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                      Chxrry22 - Main Character [Music Review]

                      June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
                      “Chxrry isn’t going to get lost on the background. Hello, no she deliver ‘Main Character’ energy on this track. The sultry Contemporary R&B song is all about attitude and sexy confidence and her tone will leave yo wanting to play whatever type of game she is leading. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      chxrry, maincharacter, laonlock
                      Music, Contemporary R&B
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                        Harry Gray - Passport Baby [Music Review]

                        May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
                        “Blurring genre lines, Harry Gray delivers a soulful groove to this Rap flow. Harry pays no mind to mainstream sounds and instead stays true to making music that evokes a spiritual response from himself and his listeners.

                        ”Passport Baby’ is a vibe that carries the listener along like a plane bound for an exotic vacation. Grab a cold drink and kick back, relaxing times are in your future when you settle into this smooth track.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        harrygray, passportbaby, laonlock
                        Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
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                          Neena Rose - I Love You Mama (Even More) [Music Review]

                          May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
                          “In case you need one, this is your reminder that Sunday May 11th is Mother’s Day.

                          Neena Rose clearly needed no such reminder as she penned this tender loving ode to mother’s and planned the release to coincide with the holiday.

                          The track is artfully written and performed and you’d no doubt warm your own mother’s heart by sharing this track with her.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          neenarose, iloveyoumama, laonlock
                          Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
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                            ANNA VEE - Honesty [Music Review]

                            April 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
                            “ANNA VEE utilizes and raw emotive delivery to expres sherself on ‘Honestly.’ The soaring vocals do convery a genuine honesty in this ode to being true to yourself and your needs. No one can be happy until they are truly happy in their own skin and place in this world. At its heart that is what this track is about.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            April 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            annavee, honesty, laonlock
                            Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                              Duckwrth - I'm Really Changing [Music Review]

                              April 08, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
                              “It isn’t easy to put Duckwrth in a box and label him. And this new release, ‘I’m Really Changing’ only amplifies the ambiguity of his sound.

                              The track brings some Neo-Soul groove, a little R&B smoothness and a tranquil Hip-Hop flow to unleash the lyrical progression of this track about shifting and changing to be a better man. But in the end, it’s all about that tasty vibe!”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              April 08, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              duckwrth, i'mreallychanging, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
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                                Mathilde Widding - Good Grief [Music Review]

                                March 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, R&B, Contemporary R&B
                                “Mathilde Widding is a Norwegian songstress with smooth sultry soul filled vibes. Capturing the same magic of Amy Winehouse or ZZ Ward, Widding draws the listener in with a little grit and a lot of silk smooth emotion infused into her delivery. ‘Good Grief’ is the type of song that sticks to you long after the last note.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                March 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                mathildewidding, goodgrief, laonlock
                                Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, R&B, Contemporary R&B
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                                  Miya Zawa - So Sick [Music Review]

                                  March 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
                                  “This Contemporary R&B track is a true international affair. ‘So Sick’ is the debut single from Miya Zawa. The new project from Sara Flint and Tom Brereton is an assortment of musical offerings that pair Pop, Dub & Folk. The writing process spread across Australia & Japan.

                                  The track is about having higher standards for your friends love life than they sometimes do and this unique fresh take on love is refreshing given the theme of love is one every artists dives into eventually. Can’t wait to see what other new takes ont he world Miya Zawa gives us. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  March 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  miyazawa, sosick, laonlock
                                  Music, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
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                                    AMANZI - In The Dark [Music Review]

                                    March 02, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
                                    “Amanzi delivers smooth Retro Soul grooves on her latest single, ‘In The Dark.’

                                    The UK artist, with South African roots, brings both power and emotive finesse to this track which feels like a sultry summer night next to the one you love.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    March 02, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                    amanzi, inthedark, laonlock
                                    Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                      Citi Limitz - The Most / If They Only Knew [Music Review]

                                      February 01, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
                                      “Citi Limitz feels like a throwback in some ways as R7B trios seem rare these days and this group would be right at home in the late 80s. That said ‘The Most/If The Only Knew’ has a modern edge that is right at home in today’s musical landscape.

                                      The track has that smooth groove you;d expect and the lyrical punch to make you feel exactly what they are laying down.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      February 01, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                      citilimitz, themost/iftheyonlyknew, laonlock
                                      Music, Contemporary R&B
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                                        Ex Habit x BURY - let me fall [Music Review]

                                        February 01, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
                                        “Newfound love and infatuation can border on obsession and that is the sentiment captured by Ex habit and BURY on their sultry new release, ‘Let Me Fall.’

                                        The track straddles the line between Neo Soul and Contemporary R&B, but certainly has a mainstream Commercial vibe that will resonate with music lovers of all genres.”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        February 01, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                        exhabit, bury, letmefall, laonlock
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