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Kings Elliot - The Promise [Music Review]

June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop
“Euphoric sadness might sound like an oxymoron but that is what this track from Kings Elliot epitomizes. ‘The Promise’ is about emerging from the ruins of a relationship with a new and better understanding of your self and what you need and want out of life as well as a partner, and in that one can indeed find euphoric sadness.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
kingselliot, thepromise, laonlock
Music, Alternative, Pop
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    William Black x Fairlane x AMIDY - Nightmare [Music Review]

    June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Future Bass, EDM
    “William Black teams up with Fairlane and AMIDY to give us all a ‘Nightmare.’ But don’t worry this one won’t leave you with cold sweats or a bad night’s sleep. This Future Bass track will instead get you on the floor moving your body and relating to the foreboding lyrical build as your prepare for that next drop and breakdown.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    williamblack, fairlane, amidy, nightmare, laonlock
    Music, Future Bass, EDM
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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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        FLEMING - Sarasota Skies [Music Review]

        June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Indie Pop, Adult Contemporary
        “Places can take on magical meaning when you get to experience them with that special someone. FLEMING taps into that with ‘Sarasota Skies’ am Indie Pop track of beach vibes and sunny skies dripping with a romantic brand of nostalgia and love.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        fleming, sarasotaskies, laonlock
        Music, Commercial, Indie Pop, Adult Contemporary
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          Daniel Arison - Selfish Remix

          June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Remix
          “Daniel Arison has turned up emotional intensity in this remix of his track, ‘Selfish.’

          Arison is joined here by pop provocateur, Leah Kate, for a fiery duet that brings both artists’ perspectives into sharp focus. The play off each other adds another dimension and layer of emotion to an already great track. ”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          danielarison, selfish, leahkate, laonlock
          Music, Indie Pop, Remix
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            Avery Lynch - Lasting Effects [Music Review]

            June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter
            “Avery Lynch gives us a breakup song with heart, reflection, and vulnerability, but still pulls of a confident, positivity by spinning a toxic take into self-affirming love.

            ’Lasting Effects’ is a softly delivered Indie Pop track from a talented singer/songwriter on the rise. A song to sit and let soak in like the last warm rays of sunshine on a calm day.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            averylynch, lastingeffects, laonlock
            Music, Singer/Songwriter
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              The Kingston Lions - Pressure Drop [Music Review]

              June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae
              “We rarely feature covers but sometimes you have to make an exception and if any one is deserving of such an anomaly it is the The Kingston Lions.

              This Reggae supergroup utilizes the talent of the best living musicians Jamaica has to offer. Pure bliss, pure Reggae, pure summer vibes. Nothing to critique here so fire one up, grab a Red Strip, and roll in the vibes.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              thekingstonlions, pressuredrop, laonlock
              Music, Reggae
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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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                  yetep - Hate It When It's You (feat. Trella) [Music Review]

                  May 30, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Future Bass, EDM
                  “yetep enlists the help of Trella to deliver this Future Bass track and the pairing is perfect as the two side compliment each other perfectly to create a smooth groove.

                  ’Hate It When It’s You’ is a track that you can hold tight to your partner and move as one to, or that you can sit alone and reflect about life and love. Either way you will feel this one as much as hear it. ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  May 30, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                  yetep, trella, hateitwhenit'syou, laonlock
                  Music, Future Bass, EDM
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                    Eva James - The One You Lose

                    May 30, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop, Folk
                    “Unrequited love is an emotional roller coaster and Eva James unleashes a torrent of emotion about that very thing on her latest single, ‘The One You Lose.’ The tender and vulnerable delivery is paired with a tempo and beat that feels like the hammering of your heart as you feel it ache.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    May 30, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    evajames, theoneyoulose, laonlock
                    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop, Folk
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                      Earl Hondo - WHAM I [Music Review]

                      May 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap
                      “Earl Hondo might sound like a spaghetti western villain, but give this track a listen and you’ll discover he’s a killer alright ... A lady killer offering up a groove you can get down to between the sheets, or cruising up the boulevard.

                      Saddle up and ride the vibe!”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      May 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      earlhondo, whami, laonlock
                      Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap
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                        April Jai - WHY CHOOSE

                        May 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
                        “April Jai described this track as her coming out musically as ‘WHY CHOOSE’ is the first of her music to mention her bi-sexuality. The sultry sensuous track is well-timed for Pride month, but good music hits any time of the year and this track comes with an undeniable vibe. ”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        May 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        apriljai, whychoose, laonlock
                        Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
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                          Ava Valianti - Distant [Music Review]

                          May 23, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
                          “Ava Valianti is one of those rare talents that seem to defy age. Both in her performance and writing she comes across as more savvy and wise than any fifteen year old ought to be. ‘Distant’ is a track about losing that tight bond you have with friends as you grow older. Sometimes the shift is about growing different directions and sometimes its about logistics but either way it can be tough and bewildering to let go of what once was so magical and important. Valianti captures the spirit and emotions well n this tender heartfelt song.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          May 23, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          avavalianti, distant, laonlock
                          Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
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                            The Stupid Reasons - Hot Springs [Music Review]

                            May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Americana
                            “The Stupid Reasons utilizes a bit of campy theatrics to deliver their track, ‘Hot Springs.’ By their own admission the song owes a tip fo the hat to David Lee Roth’s ‘Just a Gigolo,’ and it certainly delivers that same brand of tongue-in-cheek fun neatly packaged into an Indie Rock track. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            thestupidreasons, hotsprings, laonlock
                            Music, Indie Rock, Americana
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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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                                Miya Zawa - like damn (whoa) [Music Review]

                                May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop
                                “The search for love tends to leave us all jaded and fed up at some point. Many of us become reluctant to love or trust but then that right person comes along and blows away those brick walls. That’s what Miya Zawa’s single, ‘likedamn (whoa)’ expresses. The energy and talent sell the emotion well and carry the listener along for the joyride.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                miyazawa, likedamnwhoa, laonlock
                                Music, Indie Pop
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                                  Night Talks - Gasoline [Music Review]

                                  May 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Rock
                                  “I’m a sucker for the timeless sound of a good Rock song and LA area band, NIght Talks know how to deliver exactly that.

                                  ’Gasoline’ is Indie Rock gold about the dangers of comparing yourself to others. The lyrics are a good reminder that we are all happiest when we are simply the person we are meant to be. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  May 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  nighttalks, gasoline, laonlock, lareview
                                  Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Rock
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                                    Sean Skyler - Follow You [Music Review]

                                    May 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
                                    “Chicago singer/songwriter Sean Skyler has been carving a place in the musical landscape while honing his craft. His latest track, ‘Follow’ You’ is a an upbeat and energetic ode to love and reckless abandon that only love can bring. A perfect feel-good summer track to put some bounce in your step and a whistle in your lips.

                                    Or hey ... it could be a jaunty song about a stalker. Only sort of kidding but the track made me smile so I hope it does the same for you.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    May 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                    seanskyler, followyou, laonlock
                                    Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
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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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                                        Chloe Star - TNT [Music Video Review]

                                        May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
                                        “Chloe Star is breaking the mold by redefining what a Pop Star is supposed to be. The 27-year-old singer, songwriter, visual artist, and tribal advocate split her time between Los Angeles and her family’s reservation in San Bernardino while growing up. This past year Chloe’s star has been on the rise, and she is now an in demand queer performer only a short time after making her official debut in 2023.

                                        ’TNT’ is a big bold party anthem that almost dares the listener to challenge the in your face lyrics. Of course Star is up to the challenge of proving she has nothing to hide and all the talent to shine. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                        chloestar, tnt, laonlock, lareview
                                        Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
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