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Daugaard - Momento Mori (feat. Riggz The Lord) [Review]

September 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Hip-Hop, Conscious

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Written as a tribute to Mac Miller, Nipsy and all the others gone far too soon, this tracks delivers solid lyrics and an apt flow for a memoriam. Listen up and cherish the voices that have paved the way.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
This is a very important song for me. I used the sample 9th wonder did to recreate the beat of, "Rain" by Mac Miller. The homie Riggz and I put a lot of emotion into creating a song that reminisces about the concept of death. Rest in peace to all that we have lost.
September 09, 2019 /Travis Erwin
Daugaard, riggzthelord, momentomori, laonlock
Music, Soul, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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    DAX - KILLSHOT 2 [Music Video Review]

    September 08, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    “This track is meant to make you uncomfortable, because sometimes, that is the only way to shake up the neurons and make you think. The lyrics and video imagery do exactly that, but when you declare something meaningful, in a passionate way it rarely makes others comfortable and through that discomfort new ideas and thoughts are born.

    That said, this track delivers emotions, entertainment and a punch to the gut that leaves you engrossed. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    LYRICS BELOW] Killing off my demons... Hope you can relate. Click here to get a ticket for MY FIRST TOUR: http://daxofficial.com/tour Stream everywhere: http://smarturl.it/DAX.KILLSHOT2 Produced by. @lexnourbeats Shot by: Logan Meis ↓ FOLLOW ME! ► Instagram: http://instagram.com/thatsdax ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/thatsdax ► Snapchat: danielnwosu ► https://soundcloud.com/thatsdax ► https://www.facebook.com/daxentertain...j #killshot2 #eminem #dax Send me a DM on ig if you made it this far in the description!
    September 08, 2019 /Travis Erwin
    dax, killshot2, laonlock
    Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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      E.Lizé - The Arrival (feat. Chris Rivers) [Review]

      September 04, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

      “From the first beat, you know this track is bringing something special to the table. Two separate flows, each speaking their own truth in no nonsense way, deliver what feels like a Hip-Hop sermon.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      Single off of my upcoming EP "Welcome"! Photography: Andre Benz, courtesy of www.unsplash.com/trapnation Instagram: @e.lizeofficial Twitter: @elize_official Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/elizeofficial Facebook: facebook.com/elizetheofficial Bandcamp: elizeofficial.bandcamp.com
      September 04, 2019 /Travis Erwin
      E.Lize, ChrisRivers, TheArrival, laonlock
      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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        ShadowHood - Conquest [Review]

        September 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Instrumentals, Hip-Hop, Conscious

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “Telling a story without words is no easy task ,and yet, ShadowHood has accomplished exactly that with this piece.

        The clarinet drives the narrative, but the downplayed beat is sneaky in the way it lurks behind the scenes pushing and prodding until it needs to burst forth. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        September 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
        shadowhood, conquest, laonlock
        Music, Instrumentals, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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          JO24 - Learn Today [Music Video Review]

          September 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Conscious

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Tossing out a chill, relaxed flow, JO24 drops these lyrics today that are words of importance. If you don’t take the time to ‘Learn Today,’ the lessons will come at your hard and fast somewhere down the road.

          The video starts a bit slow, but overall the visuals and vibe of the imagery is a good fit for the track.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          "Learn Today" Available at iTunes: https://smarturl.it/LearnToday-itunes Google Play: https://smarturl.it/LearnToday-play Spotify: https://smarturl.it/LearnToday-spot
          September 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
          jo24, learntoday, laonlock
          Music Videos, Rap, Conscious
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            Flow'etic - P. B. D. [Review]

            August 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Flow’etic drops a nice flow here that delivers a well-written set of conscious lyrics. When you have something genuine to say, there is no need for unnecessary smoke and mirrors in the production, and this is a single that proves that. Give it a listen.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            August 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
            flow'etic, p.b.d, laonlock
            Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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              Beanz - Pavement [Review]

              August 30, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Chill and chilling. That’s how I’d describe ‘Pavement.’ The flow is tranquil and calm, yet the lyrics are dirt and grit. There is nothing fancy going on here, but there doesn’t need to be. True, honest emotion, delivered with authenticity.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              August 30, 2019 /Travis Erwin
              beanz, pavement, laonlock
              Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                Abhi The Nomad - Me No Evil [Music Video Review]

                August 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                “A snaking melody and a steady beat frame a flow with some true vocal hook to it.

                Hard not to sing along with this banger.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                Directed by Twin Cousin Producer: Ben Nelson DP: Blake Lange SFX/Color: Abhi the Nomad Bartender played by Joshua Logan Me No Evil is written, produced and recorded by Abhi The Nomad with help on production from 13.
                August 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                abhithenomad, menoevil, laonlock
                Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                  Yes Please - New Friends [Review]

                  August 29, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “I like this one for the truths it drops. Basically calling out people for a variety of bullshit, this is a track that reminds us all, not to take everything so serious.

                  With a steady beat and a vocals that stay within themselves, this song relies on simplicity to deliver the goods.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  August 29, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  yesplease, newfriends, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                    Fleezy - Breathin [Review]

                    August 28, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Like the flow and vibe of the song. Also like how the artist goes back and forth between singing and rapping effortlessly. ”
                    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                    August 28, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                    LaonLock
                    Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                      Botanik - Vineyard Lane [Review]

                      August 27, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 3.5

                      “ Smooth vibes. Very relaxing and I could see it being used as a show intro or outro. Very dope. ”
                      — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                      Vinyard Lane by Botanik, released 20 August 2019

                      August 27, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                      LaonLock
                      Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Flamenco Sketch - Flower [Review]

                        August 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Nice and easy, this is a flow that you fall into with no effort. Like a conversation with a friend. Which is contrast to the lyrical content which focus on being misunderstood. This contrast is a great metaphor for how we often feel alone even when surrounded by others, because it is rare for people to understand how you are truly feeling on the inside.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        August 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                        flamencosketch, flower, laonlock
                        Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                          Ryan Caraveo - Run [Review]

                          August 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “A steady pace, delivered on the slower side was the perfect choice to unleash this set of lyrics about being on the ‘Run.’ The irony compliments the words on one level, but also helps emphasizes the subtle point that sometimes running becomes a lifelong thing you can’t quite escape.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          August 26, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                          ryancaraveo, run, laonlock
                          Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                            Marc Haize - Mango Lime [Review]

                            August 26, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                            “I was pulled in by the straight forward, honest feel to these lyrics. I also appreciated the rawness of single and the fact the production did not opt for autotune embellishments and other tricks, but got out of the way and let the emotions shine through.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            August 26, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            MarcHaize, mangolime, laonlock
                            Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                              offrami, Valleyz, Mougleta, Rotex - Call The Police [Review]

                              August 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “An intriguing array of voices and a simple but infectious melody hooked me here, before I fully understood the concept of the lyrics. But hey, who hasn’t wanted to see the one they just broke up with carted off to jail, so that side of this track is pretty dope as well.

                              It is not easy to drop a pop song these days that truly feels unique, but this one hit me that way. There are so many different musical influences at work here that it is a tough single to truly categorize, but the commercial appeal is obvious. Through multiple listens my interest never waned.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              August 23, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              offrami, valleyz, mougleta, rotex, callthepolice, laonlock
                              Music, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop
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                                Poloneius Pluck - BossMan ft Rebel Raw [Review]

                                August 23, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “Sometimes you just gotta say it straight and direct. Poloneius Pluck is the ‘Bossman’ here as he deliver his truth, his confidence, and his mantra for the world. The reggae vibe gives a good contrast and takes this one to another level.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                August 23, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                poloneiuspluck, rebelraw, bossman, laonlock
                                Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                  CANTRELL - Gold Roses (Freestyle) [Music Video Review]

                                  August 21, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop, Soul, Conscious

                                  Rating: 4 out 5

                                  “ You have to give people their roses while they are still alive. In ‘Gold Roses’ Cantrell not only talks about his journey but the influences he has passed along the way. In this visual he uses the simple poster board to display a time line that led to his success. ‘Gold Roses’ because good or bad every year was golden. ”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                                  Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1YRb0vKj0YIlbEyuexYlXv?si=8R5J0fTbSDWsvMLmdaHzCw Dir. By Tony Perkins IG: http://instagram.com/iamcantrell Twitter: http://twitter.com/iamcantrell Facebook: http://facebook.com/iamcantrell Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/iamcantrell

                                  August 21, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                  LaonLock
                                  Hip-Hop, Soul, Conscious
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                                    Blu Spirit - Look at Me Now [Review]

                                    August 21, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Conscious, Rap, Hip-Hop

                                    Rating: 5 out of 5

                                    “Look At Blu Spirit now as he hit us with lyrical flow and dope ass energy. The whole production is full of energy and his flow is so hard to describe you just have to listen to the song to really feel his talent. ”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                    August 21, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                    LaonLock
                                    Conscious, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                                      Datta Boy & Ronny Bueller Feat KoKane - Outer [Review]

                                      August 14, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                      “Oh yeah, ‘Outer” is about getting wa ... aaay out there, and enjoying what is going right in front of your face.

                                      Cool vibe musically and vocally this is one to fire up while firing up. A nice combination of old school, modern, and funk infused Hip-Hop.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      August 14, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                      dattaboy, ronnybueller, kokane, outer, laonlock
                                      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                        Handbook - Tie My Hands [Review]

                                        August 13, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Poetic and poignant, ‘Tie My Hands,’ rides a steady beat and direct vocals to a message that hits home.

                                        This is the kind of track you need to sit quietly and digest, but it is the kind of song that is well worth the time and effort to do so.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        August 13, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                        handbook, tiemyhands, Laonlock
                                        Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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