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Annie of the Canyon - Friends That Kiss [Review]

August 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Americana

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The music scene that sprang from Laurel Canyon in the Hollywood Hills is legendary in its own right, and Annie of the Canyon taps into that with a vibe that matches that era but still brings its own unique modern spin.

There is a dusty sultry seductiveness to the vocals and a haunting darkness to the lyrics that lured me in on this track.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
August 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
annieofthecanyon, friendsthatkiss, laonlock
Music, Commercial, Americana
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    Emily Drinker - Enough Is Enough [Review]

    August 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Folk

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Is Commercial Folk a thing? If it is Emily Drinker is taking a big sip from that fountain, because while there are definite Pop sensibilities within the arrangement, Drinker’s overall vocal tone feels folksy and energetic with hints of blues and jazz coming through at times. The build and progression are engaging, and I was on the hook all the way through. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    August 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    emilydrinker, enoughisenough, laonlock
    Music, Commercial, Folk
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      Karamilk - Hurt [Review]

      August 06, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Commercial

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Karamilk delivers a dark Pop song about the pressures of social circles and how easy it is to lose yourself in the demands of a group.

      The vocals offer a haunting distance that echoes the emotions of the lyrics and the production behind the track adds a depth of feeling that creates a suitable mood for the entire track.

      ’Hurt’ feels like a bit of genuine honesty amid a see of artificial — in a time dominated by social media and snapshots of what life is supposed to look and feel like.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      August 06, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      karamilk, hurt, laonlock
      Music, Indie Pop, Commercial
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        BabyJake - Don’t Give Me Problems, Give Me Wine [Music Video Review]

        July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop, Folk, Commercial

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “How can you not get down with the philosophy of ‘Don’t Give Me Problems, Give me Wine?’

        The tone here is engaging and straightforward. BabyJake emotes the passion behind the lyrics in this track that feels almost Cosmic Cowboy in nature. A hint of Folk, a jolt of Rock, a splash of that 70s Alt Country vibe and this track simply oozes with coolness.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        babyjake, don'tgivemeproblemsgivemewine, laonlock
        Music Videos, Electro Pop, Folk, Commercial
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          somegirlnamedanna - “seriously just stop” [Music Video Review]

          July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Pure Pop glory and attitude!

          The vocal talent brings alive a set of wryly humorous lyrics that are indeed entertaining but also very pointed for the times we live in.

          This one is for everyone who has ever had to say ‘Seriously, Just Stop,’ to that person that won’t quite texting and calling. Take a hint already.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          somegirlnamedanna, seriouslyjuststop, laonlock
          Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial
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            Skylar Dayne - 30 Days [Review]

            July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Electro Pop

            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

            “The world has been weird and challenging for most of us in some way, and ‘30 Days’ by Skylar Dayne takes one dynamic of the quarantine life and brings it to light.

            In the budding beginning of a new relationship just as lock-down came on, Dayne penned this track about the uncertainties of her newfound relationship in the face of a forced separation. The vocals bring alive the emotion and the production feels spot on here. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
            skylardayne, 30days, laonlock
            Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Electro Pop
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              STVN - Remedy [Review]

              July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Knowing someone has your back means everything, and this tranquil tracks expresses that with a sincere bit of emotion that feels uplifting and affirmative in all the best ways. Could be a lover, or simply a friend, but either way STVN makes this performance come alive with a nice easy groove.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
              stvn, remedy, laonlock
              Music, Electro Pop, Commercial
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                Ricci Paolo - Sunset Blvd [Review]

                July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “A nice contemporary track about the nostalgic days of old on Sunset Strip. The smooth flow is intoxicating, and you can feel the cool breeze on your face as you close your eyes and listen to these lyrics pull you along that iconic strip of West Coast real estate.

                Ricci Paolo gives us a vibe on this single.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                riccipaolo, sunsetblvd, laonlock
                Music, Commercial
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                  Mishcatt - Goofy [Review]

                  July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae, Commercial

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Nothing can bring out the ‘Goofy’ in a person quite like the initial euphoria of falling for someone new.

                  Mishcatt captures that sentiment so well here with an energetic flow and rhythm that is full of Reggae sound and Pop sensibilities. If you can’t get up and move to this beat — then you are an entirely different kind of goofy.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                  mishcatt, goofy, laonlock
                  Music, Reggae, Commercial
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                    Cloudy June - Pretty Pills for Broken Hearts [Review]

                    July 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Cloudy June might sound like a weather forecast, but let me tell you this artist is bringing a heat wave of hits lately. ‘Pretty Pills For Broken Hearts’ as another tantalizing track blowing across the landscape. With word play that waters the soul, like that first rain after a long drought, and a beat just as refreshing, this talented songwriter and vocalist is riding high in the stratosphere.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    July 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    cloudyjune, prettypillsforbrokenhearts, laonlock
                    Music, Electro Pop, Commercial
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                      PRINS - I Tried [Review]

                      July 30, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                      Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                      “The powerful vocals are engaging, but what makes this track work is the variation to the arrangement and build. The lyrics reveal the effort of maintaining a complicated relationships and the progression of this track sort of mirrors that with unexpected and shifting directions.

                      The energy is all Pop, but the depth of the performance and production give this track just a little extra oomph. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      July 30, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      prins, itried, laonlock
                      Music, Commercial
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                        Cat Janice - Luxury [Review]

                        July 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Coming at you with pure Pop sensibilities, Cat Janice drops a bit of ‘Luxury’ into your ears. The single captures that spirit and carefree vibe that comes with the perfect moments of life. The moments when even the simplest of pleasure truly feel like a luxury.

                        Light and fun, the groove carries you along as easy as a smooth ride down a scenic highway.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        July 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        catjanice, luxury, laonlock
                        Music, Electro Pop, Commercial
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                          Tay Da Prince - Love One Another f/John Legend [Music Video Review]

                          July 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Conscious, Commercial

                          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                          “Delivering an uplifting message with a chorus from John Legend and a Hip-Hop flow from Tay Da Prince, this track is pure inspiration and positive vibes.

                          The video comes with an All-Star cast and the gospel vibe to the track does not comes at the sacrifice of a rich beat and energetic performance. Get on board with this project and do something positive today, be it a donation, a helping hand, or simply a kind smile towards another. ”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

                          For more visit https://loveoneanother.foundation/

                          July 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                          taydaprince, johnlegend, loveoneanother, laonlock
                          Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Conscious, Commercial
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                            MEGG - SHAMOO [Review]

                            July 26, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Punk, Commercial

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “An ode to the big gas guzzling giant rides that get us there without style or the so-called juice. ‘SHAMOO’ was written in honor of a Suburban that belonged to the artist’s dad after his passing it was inherited by MEGG and the vehicle took on a new meaning in her grief process. This track comes together as a fun summer anthem for hitting the road, driving to the beach, or simply cruising around the block with friends. Pop with a little bit of a Punk vibe.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            July 26, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            megg, shamoo, laonlock
                            Music, Pop, Punk, Commercial
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                              Sydney Lauren - 25 Days [Review]

                              July 25, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Americana, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “The lyrical wordplay makes this track mesmerizing even before you take into account the emotive and talented vocals of Sydney Lauren. This track reminds me a bit of the songwriting of Jason Isbell, with a vocal style reminiscent of Kacey Musgraves.

                              If I had to call a genre I’d say Americana, but really this well-written track is simply good music no matter what you call it.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              July 25, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              sydneylauren, 25days, laonlock
                              Music, Americana, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter
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                                dezabel - Somebody [Review]

                                July 25, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “When you find that perfect ‘Somebody’ everything else feels just a little bit better and easier. Here on this track, dezabel does a good jab of imparting that sentiment into a vocal groove that carries you through in smooth fashion on this single.

                                Falling in the R&B genre with a bit of elan to a more commercial Pop sound the track is an easy listener to connect with. ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                July 25, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                dezabel, somebody, laonlock
                                Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                                  Sean O'Kelley x Olivia Kuper Harris - Just Give Love [Review]

                                  July 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Jazz, Commercial, Soul

                                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                  “Sean O’Kelly provides the swing on that sax, and Olivia Kuper-Harris ups the retro vibe with her energetic vocals.

                                  This is a track to grab the one that matters to you and ‘Just Give Love’ to that dance floor no matter if it is your kitchen tile, or a true dance hall. This is a track to cut loose with and if you are alone then you can simply open that mouth and belt it out to take part in the fun.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  July 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                  seano'kelley, oliviakuperharris, justgivelove, laonlock
                                  Music, Jazz, Commercial, Soul
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                                    Becky Krill - Alive in the Summertime [Review]

                                    July 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Singer/Songwriter, Folk, Commercial

                                    Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                    “Becky Krill is summer vibing with this track that opens with a nostalgic, folksy feel before slipping into more of an Electro Pop groove as it progresses.

                                    ’Alive in the Summertime’ offers a light energy of optimism in a world that often feels pessimistic these days. I did find myself wishing the track had another verse to keep the good feelings going a bit longer.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    July 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                    beckykrill, aliveinthesummertime, laonlock
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                                      Kyle Hume - Somebody Else [Review]

                                      July 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, EDM, Commercial

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Relationships are always tough, but when you are competing for time and attention with the world via social media it is even easier to lose track. Especially, if that connection is tenuous in the first place.

                                      This track captures all of that with a nice commercial production and an emotive vocal delivery that keeps the single alive and moving forward. Sometimes you are are better off by yourself. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      July 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                      kylehume, somebodyelse, laonlock
                                      Music, EDM, Commercial
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                                        Moncrieff - PLAYLOUD [Review]

                                        July 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                                        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                        “Make no mistake, the world is jacked up. Moncrieff knows it too, and gives us an energetic take on the state of affairs.

                                        This is a call to arms to everyone that feels angry, frustrated and alienated by the greed and bungling job of politicians the world over. The track is not preachy, but rebellions in an uplifting and entertaining way that hooks you in spirit and vibe.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        July 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                        moncrieff, playloud, laonlock
                                        Music, Commercial
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