Petty Party - Paralyzed (ft. Vp3) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The emotion of wanting someone more than they want you is something most of us have felt. This song brings that kind of vibe, but it goes beyond that because the viewpoint comes from someone who realizes this person they want is bad ,and maybe even dangerous for them. It is about an addiction that could be even more deadly than chemical dependency.

The vibe is jazzy and uptempo, but the track delivers a decided commercial appeal that fits well int he modern landscape of music. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

BabyJake - Confidant [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“BabyJake drops this in your face breakup song for anyone that has faced betrayal.

The lyrics are gritty and raw and pull absolutely no punches. The vocals deliver an Alternative Rock vibe with a hint of Hip-Hop influence sprinkled in here and there. This is the kind of track that feels like therapy for the songwriter, but also for anyone that is trying to close a door on a relationship they once had high hopes for.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Dani Le Rose - Flowers [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Dani Le Rose drops a track with exotic tones and an intoxicating beat. Le Rose’s vocals are soft, yet sultry and the lyrics spring from the emotions like a flower from the parched earth, to give us a beauty that stems from arid emotions. The arrangement of the track accentuates the songwriting to grow this single, ‘Flower’ into a delightful bouquet of sound and emotion. This is the Electro Pop we all want and need! ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Von Deckle - Devilish Girl [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track delivers a rich and earthly Blues Roots vibe. Hard driving guitar energy backs the vocals, which feels like a ride down a rough gravel road. That is a good thing here, because the vibe fits perfectly with the lyrics and spirit of this song. The songwriting puts a twist on the trope of selling your soul to the devil to gain the thing you most desire. In this case, the love of a woman. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

GATTÜSO feat. Kat Nestel - Walk On Water [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is a big bold EDM anthem filled with soaring vocals and a huge piano melody.

The track utilizes the vocal talent of Kat Nestel to marry the emotions of the lyrics, with the bold musical choices of GATTUSO. The production is spot on throughout and the energy undeniable in this track destined to be a party classic.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Jon Sine - About You [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jon Sine follows up his biggest song as yet, ‘All About,’ with a new single ‘About You.’ Featuring the vocal talent of Diandra Faye, this new track is a light and airy, with engaging lyrics that are easy to sing along with. The energy of the single delivers an island vibe as it explores a renewed independence after having a relationship where everything was about the other party.

’About You’ is about that breath of fresh air on the other side of a break up.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

LODATO - Good [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The vocals engage early on which offers an early hook before the beat and energy ramps up and infuses the need to move in your bones. Lyrically the track intrigues, moving in and out of your soul with solid emotion and a defiant spirit. A single you can sing along with while you let the music take over and and guide you to the dance floor. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Jet Black Alley Cat - Rewind [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jet Black Alley Cat brings a decidedly Indie Pop Retro sound with ‘Rewind.’ The thing is does it harklen back to the 80’s ... yes at times. The 90’s ... absolutely the vocal brings that flavor. The early 2000’s ... yes absolutely. So how the hell does the track still feel fresh and contemporary? The answer to that is true talent is often timeless and far reaching and this is the kind of track that is right at home in any decade.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Devin Kennedy - Happy Yet [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Devin Kennedy has a voice that simply draws you in with its smooth groove and tone. The beat here is a bit erratic, and normally that would bother me, but given the nature of the lyrics it works well here.

The song deals with the constant chase. How we see images and posts of things that we think we want, but the more we go after and find them, the more apparent it becomes that our happiness does not lie in t e pursuit of the material things we see others proclaiming to bring them joy.

Happiness is more selfish and absolute to us individually, and finding those things is not always easy. So getting caught up emulating others is a pitfall we’ve all fallen into.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Mia Mormino - Push & Pull [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Mia Mormino is an artist we have featured before and as long as she keeps releasing such quality track we will continue to be advocates for her rising stardom.

’Push & Pull’ delivers a perfect Valentine’s Day vibe with its sultry vocal track and alluring beat. Lyrically the track is sensual and intriguing. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Gavin Haley - The Way I Am (feat. Ella Vos, Luke Korns, Olivia Rouyre) [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The video has a retro feel and the single itself has that same timeless quality that good music often delivers.

Gavin Haley and Ella Vos team up here to bring a track about the intricacies of a relationship where the parties are struggling to better know each other, while still holding back the emotions that it takes to get there.

With a smooth pop groove, that hints at an almost contemporary Country sound at times, this track isn’t really about genre, as much as it is emotion. This is because the single transcends the categories marketers use, and is simply about the humanity of our hearts.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

OLGA - Kiss My Sadness Away [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The writing here is spot on perfection. Vocally, the first few lines felt a touch dated for me, but then the track took a turn and felt purely modern from then on. The beat and melody add to the whip-smart lyrics and make this track so sharp you simply cannot escape the hook.

The tale of a jaded lover considering a reconciliation, but only after the gets the damn answers she needs. Attitude prevails and pulls you deep into this relationship even if you’ve never been there yourself.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Gina Livia - in my head [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The musical vibe of this single is light and airy, but lyrically the song delivers a mood much darker. Over a nice Pop groove, Gina Livia lays down her lyrics of feeling isolated and alone. Being stuck ‘in her head’ and not willing to put herself out there. The track feels real and her vulnerability comes across in the performance as she longs to overcome these feelings in order to live life to its fullest. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

WHATEVER WE ARE - ROMANTICATION [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Escaping together is key to every relationship, and this track is about the hedonistic urge to let loose and reconnect in all the best ways. Think of it of the Pop song equivalent of What Happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, though of course when you are with the one you love, letting your lust carry you away doesn’t need neon lights and free booze to fuel the=at carnal desire. The track itself offers several different voices and styles, keeping you intrigued for the ride. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Helena Mayer - Headspace [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Helena Mayer delivers a Pop track dealing with the jumble of thoughts, emotions, fears, and doubts, that fill all of our heads. The track is about taking charge and not becoming overwhelmed by our own memories. The vocals are talented and engaging and the beat keeps the track moving forward with precision and bounce. A track that feels right for your workout playlist, or any other time when you are working toward a better you.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Laney Lynx - Bad Attitudes [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Laney Lynx delivers the line “You’re hanging out with a whack crew, what does that say about you,’ with pure Pop sugar to her vocals, but the sentiment behind the track is a bit more tart on the tongue. Still you will want to take a bite and think this one over. The lyrics deliver the internal conflict we go through when we find a person we like but don’t really like their friends or in fact their world. That fear that you don’t fit in, or perhaps will fit in too well, only to get drug down into more than you bargained for. The arrangement makes the track light and airy but there are definitely some undertones to the writing that make this feel more complex. The imagery of the video adds to both elements to tie it all together. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Brandon Colbein - Mess [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“With a bit of gravel to his voice, Brandon Colbein drops the emotional verses of ‘Mess’ on us and we can feel the disoriented pain of a bad a breakup. Then the chorus hits and Colbein’s voice smooths out into a higher pitched tone of emotional disbelief. The melody and the beat here deliver that same juxtaposition giving the song a back and forth feel that is exactly how most of us a feel when we are an emotional mess. The arrangement of the track shows as much talent as the vocals and songwriting making this a track with legs enough to become a lasting standard. Can’t wait to hear more from this talented artist. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Josie Dunne - Back To It [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“There were times that these vocals reminded me of Lorde, and then there were elements that conjured thoughts of Katy Perry. Then again, the songwriting had that Taylor Swift feel. The common link here is that all of those women are extremely talented and that too is the case with Josie Dunne.

Dunne is not a simulator, but rather an innovator, and this song stands tall on its own merits. Matter of fact, the entire project shines so bright that you find yourself thinking ... The last time I heard something this good it was from a well established star. Thus the inexplicable need to draw comparisons.

Well-established or not, Josie Dunne is a star. Catch her while shooting to the top and thank me for it later when you look like the cool music explorer than you are for telling all of your friends about Josie Dunne first.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Grace Davies - Invisible [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Grace Davies shows us the impossible with this track. “Invisible’ is about all of those wounds and traumas we can’t see. The hurts and pains lurking in our heads and hearts that are impossible to see. Nevertheless, Davies has brought them all to the surface with her emotional performance.

The imagery of the video also does a great job of putting faces to the the emotions of this well-written song. This is the kind of track that change peoples minds and also make us feel as if we are not alone in our struggles, but none of that comes with a sacrifice on the artistry of the performance. This is not a preachy kind of song but one that we can all experience. Have experienced. We just didn’t know how to put the feelings into words.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Peri El - Slow Down [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track is all about the vocals. Peri El does a masterful job with pace and tempo and allowing the emotion to develop. There are moments of power and wonder, but the track is strongest for me in its quieter moments.

Toeing a line between a classic Adult Contemporary sound, and a more Commercial/Jazz vibe, the track changes when it hits the bridge. That interlude is brief, but works very well to give a unique spin on the track and keep the piece feeling solidly contemporary.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)