Don Diablo x R3HAB - Disco Marathon (feat. NEEKA) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Dan Diablo and R3HAB join forces along with NEEKA to create a song that is best described as ABBA meets 2024.

The track has both an Electro Pop and House music vibe and the resulting sound is hard not to fall in and sing along with. The beat and production are just as engaging as the vocal performance.

A fun track that will put a smile on your face and some sway in those hips. Give ‘Disco Marathon’ a listen and feel the mesh of the 70’s as it blends with the spirit of today.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Wade - Hurricane [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Wade unleashes an infectious Deep House build with his latest track, ‘Hurricane.’ If you don’t want to get up and move you just might be dead ont he inside.

The lyrics blend well witht he beat and build and while you won’t be listening to this one to uncover the deep meaning of life, you will be pulled in and invested for the entire ride as you move to that beat. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Doppe & Kokke - Run To Me [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This Deep House track from Doppe & Kokke has a slowish build over the first minute which fits the genre. The track sets a mood and vibe quite nicely and the smooth clean production is without a single misstep. The vocal performance is every bit as engaging and the emotional side of the track builds in a tangible way carrying the listener along for an exquisite journey. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bllaine x Jaime Deraz - Save Me In Your Heart [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A light, energetic track that feels like the kind of song that can make a big summer splash. The tones shine and sparkle and the vocals bring an optimistic warmth that all combine to make this feel like one of those warm summer evenings where anything is possible.

The duo of Bllaine and Jaime Deraz bring this one to life in a tangible way.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ferreck Dawn (Feat Jena) - "Better" [Review]

Rating: 4 out 5

“House is back in a big way in 2023 and Better is making that wave well… better. From the catchy vocal cutting through the perfectly side-chained production, to the chords setting the perfect bed of emotion, this record feels like summer in Ibiza. The record is hypnotic and understated, but has peaks and valleys in all the right places. Expect to hear this all summer.”

— Andrew Amoah (LA On Lock Blogger)

Vicetone - The World Has A Heartbeat [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Dutch duo, Vicetone, drops this danceable EDM track but don’t let yourself think this is a catchy beat with throwaway lyrics. The tone is light and airy but there is genuine emotion at the heart and a spirit of home to the build and progression. This is the kind of track that really grows on you with each listen so add it to your playlists and dig in, because this song as well as ‘The World Has A Heartbeat,’ and if you listen in you will both hear and feel it. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

REYSHA RAMI - PL4Y [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A sultry playful build is the earmark of “PL4Y” from REYSHA RAMI. This Electro Pop track has some vintage Madonna vibes mixed with a bit of Dua Lipa inspiration.

The song is on the shorter side, though it packs a lot of energy and verve into less than two minutes. Feels like a sexual hype track in the best of ways.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Nicky Romero x Philip Strand x DubVision - Stay A Little Longer [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Nicky Romero is back after a string of hit singles. This much anticipated collaboration with DubVision and singer/songwriter Philip Strandis poised to add to his library of stellar House singles.

The single is melodic and grounded in a progressive root style that p[airs well alongside the strong vocals and nuanced build. ‘Stay A Little Longer’ has that big stage feel and euphoria you will find in the electricity of a big festival crowd. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Doppe & Kokke - Glad to be Alive [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Originally from Sweden, but now making music from Switzerland, Doppe & Kokke team up with Justin Erinn on ‘Glad To Be Alive.” This EDM track starts on the dark side but takes on an energetic and uplifting tone to bring out positive vibes and a immersive beat t pull the listener in and along for the ride. A track that will both get you moving and thinking. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Alexander Popov x Paul Oakenfold - Love You Back [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This time Alexander Popov and Paul Oakenfold come with a slow build and emotional track that builds into an energized dance number that is hard for your body and mind to refuse. More tranquil than you might expect from the pair, ‘Love You Back’ is a definite vibe of love and dance that compels the listener to surrender to the moment just as we all have to do when love becomes inevitable. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ragga Lox - Spliff and Beer

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Covid is still around to torment us all, but maybe just maybe the end is close at hand. Either way, sometimes you just gotta take a moment and enjoy a ‘Spliff and Beer.’

Ragga Lox offers this track as a chance to take a deep breath and enjoys life’s simplest pleasures alongside good friends. The groove and build is tranquil and perfect for cracking one open while lighting up to find your relaxation.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

ZUSO - Melt Like Gold [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“ZUSO captures a bit of magic with the track, ‘Melt Like Gold.’ The track has an ethereal dreamlike vibe, but instead of leaving you in a trance of disassociation the song calms and mesmerizes in a way that relaxes and keeps you engaged at the same time.

At just over 5 minutes the song is long, but still I found myself wanting more. A mood setting track to reset your mind and body.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

THE FUR x Julia Ross - Americana [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This collaborative effort has a light airiness that swept me up and into yhe build. The vocal talent and clean production behind it are both top notch, making this is a track that simply pulled me in with its jaunty energy and infectious build.

A single that is easy to connect to and stay with making it feel uplifting and light in all the best ways. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Will Kline - Anywhere [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Electro Folk? That might not be an established genre, but this track certainly delivers both elements. On this track, Will Kline sounds like an Avicii/Mumford collaboration.

Lyrically, the track is hopeful and earnest in its wanderlust, and musically it is right at home as a low-key dance number. The end result is a light airy track with a solid beat and a progression that keeps you leaning in for more.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

End of Code - The Fall - Edit [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If Tom Waits were to drop a Deep House track, it would sound a whole lot like this.

End of Code delivers a brooding track that offers enough heartbeat and emotion to keep you leaning in. ‘The Fall’ is a nicely balanced track allowing the build and progression to do as much work as the lyrics and vocal performance.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

GATTÜSO & Laidback Luke - Heart On My Sleeve feat. Sarah Reeves [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Offering everything you want out of a big bold dance number, ‘Heart On My Sleeve’ is guaranteed to get people out on the dance floor. Hopefully we can all return to dance floors soon and find our groove to these soaring vocals, infectious beat, and tantalizing drops. Until then, I say crank this one up and dance by yourself or with the ones you keep close, because this track is too sweet to let sit idle until the world rights itself.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Goldkimono - To Tomorrow [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Inspired by his time in Venice Beach California, the Netherland’s Goldkimono delivers a sound that hints at Red Hot Chili Peppers with an island pop style, and a crunch of a Dutch stroopwafel.

Known for writing the iconic Kygo - Firestone, Goldkimono describes his sound a lot like his clothing style, ‘Take a handful of sunshine and throw it into a boardwalk thrift shop, walk out with some comfy colorful pants and a Levi’s Sherpa jacket and don’t turn back.’

‘To Tomorrow’ brings the carefree spirit of youth with little regard to what happened yesterday, because you believe in the present and tomorrow so damn much.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Rich DietZ - Bob Ross [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A high energy dance number paying homage to the late great Bob Ross! What’s not to love about that?

There are no shortages of quotable sayings from the great frizzy one, so let’s just say there might not be any mistakes, but it would be a very unhappy accident if you skipped this electric ode to the Master of Calm. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Andrey Pitkin x Christina Novelli - Talking to You (Remix by Filatov & Karas) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Just because you’re stuck at home, it doesn’t mean you can’t get up and dance!

Yeah, I am ‘Talking To You.’

This remix is a track that delivers both engaging vocals and an energetic production to get you moving. So grab the one you are sequestered with; the cat, the dog, hell grab the broom if you must, but toss you hair back and move to the music because it is important to get up and groove. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Charlotte Lawrence - "Why Do You Love Me (Riton Remix)"

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Charlotte Lawrence deliver a new, stripped-down version of her debut single, ‘Why Do You Love Me,’ complete with a mix from famed DJ Riton.

Haunting emotional lyrics are at the forefront of this Deep house melody.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)