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M-Dot x Confidence - 24 to 1 [Music Review]

June 27, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap
“M-Dot lays down the hard hitting lyrics in a flow that lands with passion and precision. Confidence produced the track with a nod to the old school boom Bap that made Hip Hop what it is today. ‘24 to 1’ defies the trend of catchy hooks and instead leans into the power of verse and a well delivered flow.

Real, honest grit and emotion carry the day on this track. And I am here for it.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
June 27, 2025 /Travis Erwin
m-dot, confidence, 24to1, laonlock
Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap
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    Cam Carter - Fake Sunsets [Music Review]

    June 27, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
    “Cam Carter and Ray K team up on this hypnotic Hip Hop vibe about the fakeness that permeates through not only Southern California but society on the whole.

    The beat and build almost mirrors some of the vapid Pop tracks that certainly add to the trendy fakeness of our culture but these artists do a masterful job of toeing the line between highlighting the fakeness and creating a track with bite.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    June 27, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    camcarter, rayk, fakesunsets, laonlock
    Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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      Hypnautic x Grayson Ratliff - Memories [Music Review]

      June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Trap, Rap, Pop, Indie Pop
      “Hypnautic is one half of the popular hip hop group Top Flite Empire. ‘Memories’ is a lyrical bomb just waiting to explode in your ears and heart. The track definitely is a tweener in terms of genre but that does not diminish the impact of the talent or writing.

      A track to feel and complex enough to give you new nuance each new listen.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
      hypnautic, graysonratliff, memories, laonlock
      Music, Hip-Hop, Trap, Rap, Pop, Indie Pop
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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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          JayWood - ASSUMPTIONS [Music Video Review]

          June 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
          “Jay Wood demands your attention with his track ‘ASSUMPTIONS.’ But probably not in the way you imagine. This trippy, almost psychedelic flow is a vibe that doesn’t force your full attention by force like so many Rap tracks but rather is alluring in musical groove kind of way.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          June 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          jaywood, assumptions, laonlock
          Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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            KSI - Catch Me If You Can [Music Video Review]

            June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Trap
            “KSI mshes the pedal on this track and thrill ride of a video. ‘Catch Me If You Can’ is an anthem for those who have put in the work, defied expectations, and cemented their place at the top.

            KSI says: “This track is all about levelling up, proving yourself, and staying ahead of the game. ‘Catch Me If You Can’ is my way of showing that I’m always pushing forward, whether it’s in music, boxing, or life. No matter what obstacles come my way, I keep moving.”

            THe video is well down and is a throwback in some ways to the Golden age of music videos.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            ksi, catchmeofyoucan, laonlock
            Music Videos, Rap, Trap
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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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                Yestrdy - Awful Lot [Music Video Review]

                May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap
                “Carrying the mantle of talent out of Compton, Yestrdy delivers a flow that lands somewhere between Kendrick and Yelawolf in style for the track, ‘Awful Lot.’

                Lyrically the track is about getting older and wiser and realizing the place you are might not align with where society expects you to be by a certain age. But it might be perfect for how you feel on the inside. This is a track about being true to yourself and who you are.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                testrdy, awfullot, laonlock, LAReview
                Music, Rap
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                  Pluto Outerspace - "Sorry 4 The Space" [Music Review]

                  April 28, 2025 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Autotune, Rap

                  The first track, 'Divine Technique', on Pluto Outerspace 'Sorry 4 the Space' album eases you in slowly. You’ll find yourself twiddling your fingers to the airy, futuristic melody before Pluto even touches the mic — but when he does, it locks in. The intro feels intentional, setting a spacey tone that carries through the whole project. Pluto uses a few lyrical samples here and there, but they blend so well with his flow and production that you barely notice — he puts his own spin on everything he touches.

                  One thing that stands out is how each song title feels like an invitation. It’s almost impossible not to want to click just to see what vibe he’s about to serve. When I saw 'Don Julio', I expected a club banger — something loud and rowdy — but Pluto surprised me with a more mellow, almost hypnotic track that leans more into groove than hype.

                  The production across 'Sorry 4 the Space' is clean but experimental, playing with spacey synths, quick drum patterns, and unpredictable beats. It feels futuristic without losing its energy. The songs are short, but it works — they’re perfect for quick TikTok trends, Instagram Reels, and getting stuck in your head.

                  Overall, I’d call this album energetic, futuristic, and vibe-heavy. Pluto Outerspace really takes you somewhere else. It’s a quick trip, but every song gives you something you can rock out to, replay, and, most importantly, feel

                   
                  April 28, 2025 /Kreadiv Kesh
                  PlutoOuterspace, Sorry4TheSpace
                  Music, Autotune, Rap
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                    Diamond The body - MVB [Music Review]

                    March 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                    ”Hip Hop has long been about attitude and verve and standing up and out. Diamond the body has embodied all of that with ‘MVB.’ The flow slaps, and the beat adds to the vibe of the track.

                    This is one of those track that will be divided between the lovers and haters, but I applaud the confidence and the talent so count me as one of the lovers.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    March 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    diamondthebody, mvb, laonlock
                    Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                      ESG TRE - GOT THE BOMB [Music Review]

                      March 12, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
                      “This was my favorite track from ESG TRE’s album, TRIPLE 2 TRE though the entire album hits. ‘GOT THE BOMB’ is an old school style delivery but without feeling dated or too retro. The lyrical build keeps you leaning in and the varied delivery makes damn certain you don’t fall out.

                      A good, old-school Boom Bap style flow with the nuance to be relevant in today’s Hip-Hop landscape. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      March 12, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      esgtre, gotthebomb, laonlock
                      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                        RYN SCOTT - Just Human [Music Video Review]

                        March 09, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Rap
                        “RYN SCOTT drops this self-aware flow that should resonate with the masses given we are all ... ‘Just Human.’

                        The track takes on a subject and view often ignored in the blustery, cocksure world of Hip-Hop and that alone is refreshing. The genuine honesty, and vulnerability give the song grit in a surprising fashion and the spot on timing and impassioned flow sell it all in a way that makes this an easy track to fell as much as you hear.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        March 09, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        rynscott, justhuman, laonlock
                        Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Rap
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                          Red Lotus - THE GAME [Music Review]

                          March 01, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
                          “Red Lotus stands and delivers on his new track, ‘The Game.’ There is a Kendrick level intricacy to the message and intent and it gives the song a power that is rare these days, but for this one I;m going to let the artists tell you more.

                          From Red Lotus ... “This song was inspired by a powerful lesson my father used to share with me before he was tragically murdered: ‘The game ain’t free. Nothing in life is free; even when we gain, we must lose something.’ It’s a lyrical rap track with cypher-like elements, rooted in storytelling—a craft I believe is becoming a lost art in hip-hop. The message emphasizes the sacrifices that come with life’s pursuits, delivered with raw emotion and thought-provoking lyrics. This track is for anyone who values meaningful narratives and the authenticity of classic hip-hop.”

                          A song to dive in and digest over multiple listens. ”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          March 01, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          redlotus, thegame, laonlock
                          Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                            Drop Dead Lane - Live your Life [Music Review]

                            February 27, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Conscious
                            “What would it sound like if Busta Rhymes took on performing some Eminem?

                            Drop Dead Lane gives us an idea on ‘Live Your Life.’ At least early on the growl and gravel and rapid hard hitting flow had that feel. The track did have a few different vibes and sounds so it stands on its own but that was my initial reaction before the lyrical intensity took over and had me solely focused on this build.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            February 27, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            dropdeadlane, liveyourlife, laonlock
                            Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Conscious
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                              Marz Da Hippy x Chadster - Sleeping (feat. chadster) [Music Video Review]

                              January 22, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop
                              “Marz Da Hippy and Chadster team to give us ‘Sleeping.’

                              The smooth easy beat and rhythm does indeed instill a calm, sleepy vibe though this track is one you will want to stay awake and alert for.

                              The track is a vibe an reminder to relax and roll with the punches while being grateful for the things that are going right. We all have a tendency to focus on the bad and that allows the doom to take on an outsized role in our lives. This track is a talented reminded to enjoy the good and weather the bad. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              January 22, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              marzdahippy, chadster, sleeping, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                                Soolie - Grapes [Music Review]

                                January 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
                                “Soolie reps the Bay area these days after growing up in Ohio. ‘Grapes’ tells his story with great lyricism and a steady unrelenting flow that harkens to another era of Hip-Hop. That said the track is legit and right at home in today’s musical landscape. This is a hard hitting track that lands all the right lyrical punches.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                January 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                soolie, grapes, laonlock
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                                  Gio - One More Night [Music Review]

                                  December 30, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock, Rap

                                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                  “What I love about this track is its bold confidence. Gio takes chances with a performance that straddles the line between an Emo Alt Rock vibe and a Rap flow. The lyrical build is well rendered and the emotion comes through in genuine fashion.

                                  That said this is a track that requires a bit of patience as the speedy delivery makes it tricky in parts to discern the lyrics and stay with the build in that regard. This is definitely one of those track that grows on you and means more with each subsequent listen. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  December 30, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                  gio, onemorenight, laonlock
                                  Music, Alternative, Rock, Rap
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                                    Crhymes - Trouble Maker (ft. Eminem) [Music Review]

                                    December 05, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Crhymes enlists the talent of Slim Shady to deliver ‘Trouble Maker.’ Crhymes, is a Latino Rapper hailing from San Diego, California. The a former member of the rap duo the COR and respected freestyler is a frequent collaborator of some of the biggest names in Rap.

                                    This track with Eminem hots hard and takes no prisoners in its fight with the wack MCs of the world. Keep an eye out for his latest project titled, ‘Thuggery: A Near Death Experience,’ which features Snoop Dogg, Bizzy Bone & Layzie Bone to name a few talents. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    December 05, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                    crhymes, troublemaker, eminem, laonlock
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                                      PTK LOTHBROOK - SELL THE LAND [Music Review]

                                      December 05, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Alternative, Hip-Hop

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “PTK Lothbrook comes directly at the listener on this track and the in your face beat and delivery catches fire as a result. ‘Sell The Land,’ was written out of the anguish and emotions of a divorce and the lyrical power hits. The flow has some Pop style, though that does not diminish the intricacy and timing of the Rap delivery so the artist did a great job of managing this tricky performance.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      December 05, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                      ptklothbrook, selltheland, laonlock
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                                        Already Legends x Freddy River - Smooth Water River (feat. Sam Tate, SavageSpitFlamez, Squad, L.O.E. BOOG & billy winters) [Music Review]

                                        December 02, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Trap, Hip-Hop

                                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                        “This track’s intro didn’t do much for me, but once that flow hit around the :25 mark I was in and sailing right along.

                                        The smooth delivery of the various flows held me, and the writing had some nice lyrical punches that landed with precision and talent. Already Legends teams with Freddy River and a bunch of other talents to create a nice tranquil Trap track that is as inviting and silky as a cruise down ‘Smooth Water River.’ ”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        December 02, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                        alreadylegend, freddyriver, smoothwaterriver, laonlock
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