StoneTribe - All We Need [Music Review]

“Sometimes I like to let the artists lead the way talking about a song. so here is Stone Tribe’s take on their Reggae track, ‘All We Need.’

’All We Need is a spaghetti western on a tropical island! 🤠🌴A modern reggae-folk mashup that’ll put a smile on your face and dust on your boots! When you’ve had enough malarky and you’re ready for a hootenanny, this song will get you back in the saddle!

The theme is keepin’ it simple and enjoying the blessings we have. Whether you’re blazing your own trail or following a path cleared long before you, stop by the campfire to listen to this one before you head on your way. If it doesn’t have ya slappin’ your knee and hollerin’ along, then you ain’t no cowboy at all, so giddyup!’ ~ StoneTribe

That pretty much sums it up but I’ll chime in and add this one is a vibe. A good one to fire one up or sip a cold one and simply enjoy the groove.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Irie x Badfish - WAY UP [Music Review]

“The Irie and Bad fish are here to remind you to keep grinding. ‘WAY UP’ is an uplifting vibe with a Reggae meet Alt Pop kind of sound. The track is meant to to remind you no mater what kind of hard times you are facing they won’t linger forever and what goes down must come up.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Soulmedic x Galactik Vibes x The Connected One - Roots and Culture [Review]

“A soulful, meditative collaboration that blends conscious lyricism with warm, atmospheric production. Soulmedic delivers grounded, reflective bars that honor ancestry and purpose.”

— Kreadiv Kesh

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— Quote Source

Josh Harris aka DJ Big Feet x Chezidek - Sing & Dance {Music Review]

“Pure, upbeat positivity and energy!

That’s what ‘Sing &Dance’ brings to the musical landscape. Chezidek delivers a joyful, uplifting ska anthem backed by the Josh Harris Soul Commandos.

This track celebrates life, love, and resilience! All set to a magical Reggae groove.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Kingston Lions - Pressure Drop [Music Review]

“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

Roots of Creation - Move Along [Music Review]

“Roots of Creation creates a feel good vibe with ‘Move Along.’ At least musically. Lyrically the track is more about dismissing the haters, the dead weight, the roadblocks in your way. There is certainly a freedom in that and the groove here has an uplifting vibe that makes it easy to believe you can simply shrug away all the negative people. Maybe we can. Let’s give it all a shot and simply let the good times roll over us. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Brinson Swann - Face it Alone [Music Review]

“We’d all like to find that perfect partner so we never have to ‘Face It Alone.’ In this smooth, Reggae track from Brinson Swann we can feel the tranquil vibes and love roll in like the gentle lap of calm seas.

A love song to share with the one you’d like the walk down the beach hand in hand with.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

JWADI - GROUND CONTROL [Music Review]

“JWADI doesn’t mess around jumping straight right into it on this Reggae heavy Alt Rock fusion. This song is a vibe. I fell in and felt it deep within me. With each subsequent listen I found new lyrical nuances to keep me coming back time and time again.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ames Harding & the Mirage - The Governor's Dead (Official Music Video) [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“This track might win the timeliness award, but hey is there ever a bad time for a good Murder Ballad with a nice Caribbean flair? I think not.

Add in the rising sense of rebellion given this countries current events and I this track is surely to resonate in a powerful, yet fun way. Macabre power at its best!”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

IzyBeats x Stonebwoy - LOVE [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Izybeats and Stonebwoy collaborate here to bring this Afrobeat Reggae track alive. There is a Pop vibe to go with the track making ‘LOVE’ a genre bending success that should resonate with Commercial audience quite well.

The air of sultry mystery, and an infectious beat are hard to turn away from. This is the kind of track you can hit repeat and listen to over and over again .”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

L'Marco - Jubilant People (feat. AshtnMrtn) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“L’MArco and AshtnMrtn team to give us ‘Jubilant People,’ a Reggae track that speaks to the times and the strong spirit of people who refuse to be controlled. Rhythmic and with a infectious beat this track is one that lingers in the mind long after that last note. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

I AM SOPHIA - Meet in the Middle [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The world is unmistakably fractured and one of the few unifiers is music. I AM SOPHIA address the divided nature of society but offers a plea to ... ‘Meet In The Middle.’

The track has a Retro Soul vibe with a little dash of Reggae to spice up the offering. I have to think Bob Marley would be proud of the talent and of the message. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Roots of Creation with Matisyahu - Ocean Moon (Live at Sugarshack Sessions - Reggae Rise Up FL) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Recorded live at a Florida Reggae festival this track simply feels alive. Riding a Reggae rock kind of vibe the collaborative effort is born of friendship and respect and decades of honing the craft. A true groove piece that captures the sense of Reggae in a lively and passionate way. The live crowd adds to the atmosphere of the track. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Naya Rockers- High Education [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“This song may not give you much to write about. However, sometimes its more about listening than writing. Higher Education encourages us to learn more. It encourages us to seek more knowledge. We often may not value the importance of education but it should be something that is free and not bought. Naya Rockers sings about change as well as motivate you to want to learn more.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

MASSIF -Work Sleep Work [Review]

Rating: 2 out of 5

“Life can be fun when we aren’t working, sleeping. and working. The reggae beat will make you want to dance to this track even if you are tired. It gives you a burst of energy to get you going and ready for a night of play. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

ghost.wav - Right Behind [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Blending some Reggae vibes with an Indie Rock vibe isn’t new but I hear a lot fo bands try to pull it off an fail. ghost.wave accomplishes it with ease here creating a groove and edge at the same time that hooks and pulls the listener forward. ‘Right Behind’ is the kid of track that often starts as a cult favorite and eventually becomes a true classic to the masses.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Melodic Yoza -Where The Love Go [Review]

Rating: 2 out of 5

“I like the amazing sound of the chorus. It gives you a Caribbean yet Gospel tempo. It also gives you a powerful and uplifting vibe to want to be loved. However, despite the positive energy in the production I didn’t truly grasp the powerful message.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Di Ruption -Problems [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I appreciate Di Ruption incorporating “Problems” as a lyric video. It allows the listener to be more engaged outside of a vibin Reggae beat. Problems gives you a dance tempo over lyrics of pain. As Di Ruption expresses the issues and hurt. To me its like a gospel reggae track. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

The Loving Paupers - Ladder [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“The way the percussion blast into. your ears from the first seconds, this song takes you on a tropical ride. If Pop and Reggae ton fused this would be the beautiful love child that it created. Croony, yet soothing vocals. Playful piano solos throughout this free flow of island vibes. Peaceful, vibrant music that soothes the soul. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Momo -Pom Pom [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“The snares smack you right in your ear drum. This song is fused with instrumental gumbo. From the horns coming in and out. To the symphony style strings that create the melody along with the bass. A playful, easy to learn song. The music along will keep you dancing and jamming. This song is a true party vibe. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]