“My Two Cents is a romantic yet commercial track. In a song dedicate to his wife, Cortright tells the story of how he became a cat person because of her cat. The cover art also reveals this. However, listening to the track you will find your self engaged and acknowledging this is a romantic track while never realizing it is about pets until the end. ”
“Falling for someone with emotional baggage can be challenging. You found yourself struggling to love because you are scared. However, Gabi Sklar “Thank God” is a little different. It speaks on someone turning her sunshine into rain Its about being free and learning your lessons from the hurt. You may have lost “love” but the greatest reward was realizing it wasn’t love and you found yourself again. ”
“It is always good to come across a song that has a classic RnB sound. Ride or Die is about being by your partner’s side through it all. Ride or Die is the original concept to passenger princess but with more meaning to it. The diverse dance approach takes me back to the Brittney Spears and Christina Aguilera era with a twist of Ciara. The song is cute, smooth, with a little pop. ”
“A classical piano intro turned jazzed up pop composition. The hook is catchy and preaches the “mantra” of doing whatever it is you wanna do. This song is an uplifting track about really digging deep inside and understanding that you can go as far as you push yourself to go. Smooth melodic vocals over a chill, pop style production. The bridge brings forth the climax of the track then leads to skillful play to end the song out as the chorus rings on. Janet Noh delivers with this one. ”
“CAii’s vocals are both raw and edgy. Not the typical polished sound you usually get on pop style beats. The song has a dark yet confident undertone that caters to the message of being able to stand alone. Although you won’t be overly impressed with the vocal delivery the song itself is a vibe and definitely something you could turn up and jam out to. ”
“Mosh pit music. Dark, heavy trap drums and snares. Aggressive, no nonsense bars. This song is sure to tear the club up. Dev, TheMusicMan definitely is an artist to check for. ”
“Keira Gray’s voice is both chilling and the type of voice that makes the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. Then the hook comes in and those crispy vocals become textures and messy which relate a stronger sense of urgency and conviction. A catchy hook that will have all the teen girls singing it word for word. Playful and fun. Keira Gray is definitely someone to be on the look out for.”
“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. ”
“Beenie Man is back. Any track with Beenie Man is a dancehall vibe. Cruz Rock’s “Be Mine” takes off with energetic drums over a sound you have heard before. This is a love track but it is also says I am on vacation and going to have fun. Beenie Man reminds us he is still the legend of Caribbean music. ”
“Allow the beat to take over your body and go up and down then Bom Bom. Chapa Bom Bom is a Latin & Hispanic dance mix that will have you on the dance floor all night. Whether its with your partner or a night out with friends you will find yourself engaged with every tempo this track has to offer regardless if you only understand parts of it.”
“Kids at Midnight deliver chilled vocals over an energetic production. The song allows you to escape to a retro summer of endless fun. The Pacific is a track that will excite you to explore everything summer has to offer and the fact the track was written, recorded, and produced by the artist makes it an even more classic hit. ”
“Life can be stressful. We take on anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Some experience this more than others and Ollie sings about loving someone who is suffers from panic attacks. He walks her through breathing and encourages her but he also explains her experience. Hoping love will allow her to be free. This song is truly beautiful. ”
“The end of a relationship can feel like the death of a loved one and going through the such grief takes time. Often we eventually emerge on the other side stronger and only then can we appreciate what we once had. This track follows that pattern and Caroline Roman’s talent vocals sell the story as much as the artful writing. ‘St George’ is a song with heart, and genuine humanness to its spirit. ”
“You ever heard the saying spider senses tingling. This is a version of that. Katie Belle musical arrangement is about experiencing systems once someone gets in your system. The electro pop song is sexy and energetic. It makes you feel every verse.”
“Written for her best friend, ‘For Shaughnessy’ is a tribute to friendship, empathy, and the power of emotional connection. Madisyn Gifford never meant this track to be released but when she shared it with her friend they decided together that this was a song that needed to be shared and heard by others.
The power of friendship is clear and so is the humanity of the writing as well as Gifford’s incredible vocal talent.”
“Breakups are complex and hard, no matter the circumstances and often the wounded parties pretend as if they never knew each other to cope and move on.
Vilhelm Buchaus tackles this dynamic with the powerful lyrics of ‘Nothing At All.’ A soaring ode to heartbreak and resiliency and trying to pick up the pieces. This Commercial leaning singer/songwriter vibe has an Ed Shereen meets Taylor Swift kind of vibe and is universal enough to reach anyone who has suffered through the grief of a breakup.. ”
“Caroline Romano is a star on the verge of breaking out, and her latest single, ‘This House,’ is the kind the emotionally laden track that will endure her to listeners.
Reminding me of the emotional punch Taylor Swift delivers Romano blends vocal power and talent with a vulnerability and honest songwriting to go beyond the superficial and talk directly to our souls. ”
“Estella Dawn is a favorite of ours here at LA on Lock. Hailing from San Diego this Southern California Pop star never fails to impress with her thoughtful lyrics and emotional delivery. ‘Didn’t Occur To You’ lands in-between a songwriter/country vibe and a Pop diva standard with soaring vocals to showcase Dawn’s talent and range.”
“Nicky Youre is pure energy and charisma and it shines from the first note of this track. ‘Good Times Go’ is a party jam, and a track I can see being a big summer hit for this star on the rise. We have featured Youre before, and again I am swept up and in by the talent and passion that is almost tangible here on this track. Youre definitely has that indescribable it factor working for him. ”
“Mental health is something we all face on one way or another and in doing so we realize the path isn’t linear. There are up and downs. Progress and missteps and that in itself can derail lives. April Jai tackles this and captures the frustration, hope, fear and bundle of emotional complexity with her track, ‘You Didn’t Notice,’ a song with depth and heart aching accuracy. ”