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Chaii - Get It Done [Music Video Review]

September 24, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Chaii is clearly feeling it on her new track, ‘Get It Done,’ and that confidence is infectious as it hold the listener to this groove. The flow here permeates with attitude and verve and the cadence works well with the sultry purr of her tone.

The world is full of bad ass women and this one comes to you straight out of New Zealand.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
September 24, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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    Karras - Delusional (Jack Lim Mix) [Review]

    September 24, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “I heard a few different mixes of this same track and this one really spoke to me. The keys helped bring this cut to life for me and tied the smooth groove of the flow together for me in a way the others did not. The strength of the timing and delivery worked well with this arrangement. Definitely a track that establishes a mood and vibe easy to ride with.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    September 24, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    karras, delusional, jacklim, laonlock
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      C'Nyle - Just Do It [Music Video Review]

      September 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Truth is a powerful force in all art, and when you can distill it down into a consumable good you have hit your mark. C’Nyle is able to do just that here on this low key flow that allows the writing to land with every single line.

      The beat is mellow and that allows the emotion and message to stick without getting covered up or lost. California vibes with a little mix of Louisiana love.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      September 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
      c'nyle, justdoit, laonlock, lareview
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        Charlie Curtis-Beard - Anime & Chardonnay ft. Akintoye [Review]

        September 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “This collaboration between LA based Charlie Curtis-Beard and Akintoye, is a Tik Tok forged explosion of fun.

        ’Anime & Chardonnay’ sets the vibe right from the start, and the party continues from there. Riding an infectious groove and snappy hook the track has only one flaw — it’s too short. Give it a listen and you too can enjoy the ear candy of a raucous good time.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        September 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
        charliecurtis-beard, akintoye, anime&chardonnay, laonlock
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          Ease The Don - Stay Safe [Music Video Review]

          September 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Ease The Don and Jerry West team up to capture the West Coast Vibes on ‘Stay Safe.’ The groove has a definite Pop element to it, and the Cali Hip-Hop aura grabs hold as well as this one unfurls.

          Shot in So Cal, the video matches the mood of the song and both are all about finding your fun no matter what is going on around you. A perfect track for the jacked up world we all live in so add this one to you chill vibes playlist and enjoy the ride. ”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          September 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
          easethedon, jerrywest, staysafe, laonlock, lareview
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            maticulous - Close Range (feat. Kev Brown & J Scienide) [Review]

            September 17, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Give it to maticulous — for creating this beat and producing the track in such a way to maximize the talents of Kev Brown and J Scienide.

            ’Close Range’ has that easy roll that put me in mind of Tupac, and the groove is one you can ride while cruising solo or chilling with your people. An easy rhythm and fall to flow into and feel as it unfurls pulling you along with it. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            September 17, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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              Alias Molombo x Blahzay Blahzay - Let's Get It [Review]

              September 10, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Straight up old school style — with fresh and contemporary lyrics to bring the past forward to knock on today’s door. The flow comes with attitude and confidence and the beat infuses hype and energy the way too few tracks do these days. If you’ve been missing that scratch and boom bap beat, then this is the single you’ve been waiting for. Get it and get in on this track. ”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              September 10, 2021 /Travis Erwin
              aliasmolombo, blahzayblahzay, let'sgetit, laonlock
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                Justus Bennetts - Bad Day [Music Video Review]

                September 09, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Pop, Rock

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Justus Bennetts offers up this short, but pointed track that pretty much says everything we’ve all thought when truly pissed off. Eventually we all find that shitty person who does us wrong and this is the track for that moment!

                The flow is light and fun despite the dark tone of the words being delivered and that is what makes this track a fun one. So go ahead and save this one back until the next time you need to ‘dedicate’ it to that someone special.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                September 09, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                justusbennetts, badday, laonlock
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                  Lil Bean - Mob Ties feat. Jackboy (Prod. Einer Bankz) [Review]

                  August 22, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Lil Bean is joined by Jackboy on this smooth build and flow. ‘Mob Ties’ delivers an easy groove to ride with its strong writing and emotive flow. The combination hooks and holds the listener and keeps you leaning in on both the lyrical progression and beat.

                  The Bay Area rapper has a new album that is already gaining national attention so jump on board with this talented artist and be one of the first to buy in and recognize this rising talent.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  August 22, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                  lilbean, jackboy, mobties, laonlock
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                    Most Wanted - Hood Anime [Review]

                    August 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Neo-Soul, Adult Contemporary

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Most Wanted offers up this track that simply hits different. The build and progression is a departure from the norm, and the construction here works well thanks to the energy and beat production. I did struggle a times to stay with the lyrical flow, but the groove and energy made it come to life for me despite that fact.

                    I appreciate the raw talent and willingness to put something out in the world that doesn’t feel derivative of every other track on the radio.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    August 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                    mostwanted, hoodanime, laonlock
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                      Too Many T's - So Nice [Music Video Review]

                      August 13, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “This track from Too Many T’s hits like a British Beastie Boys. That old school construction and beat felt nostalgic, without coming across as dated and the verve behind the flows flashes both confidence and talent.

                      This is simply a track that will get you moving and bouncing along as you fall in line with the build. The video is just as fun on this party anthem that truly is ... ‘So Nice.’”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      August 13, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                      toomnayt's, sonice, laonlock
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                        Viktor Harter - Jerome ft. lunajoep [Review]

                        August 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “We’ve all known a ‘Jerome,’ though the name might be different — the mindset they bring with them isn’t. The groove here on this track is funky and the beat urges you to nod and move along. This single offers a good balance between old school and new vibes.

                        This is one of those tracks that simply worms its way into your ears and sticks for a long long time.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        August 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                        viktorharter, lunajoep, jerome, laonlock
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                          Zak North - Kidz Die II [Review]

                          August 02, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Every line of this track drips with emotion. The greatest fear of every parent is a health battle for their children, and while this song is directly about that event, there are things to digest here about humanity and the emotions we face even if if you have never stood in those shoes.

                          This song is sad and yet hopeful at the same time because of this father’s passionate flow. This truly is a track to fell deep down in your gut.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          August 02, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                          zaknorth, kidsdieII, laonlock
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                            Peachcurls - Senzu Bean [Music Video Review]

                            July 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Peachcurls establishes a mood here with his laidback delivery in stream of conscious kind of flow. The West Coast vibes are are strong on the track, and this is the perfect song for slow rolling under the sun as you glide by rows of palm trees. The writing is stellar and comes with a brazen take on the world that endears the listener to the artist, and makes you nod in agreement as you dig in on this chill flow. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            July 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                              Rich Robbins - It's Not Your Fault [Review]

                              July 16, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Commercial

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “This track truly finds it heart around the :40 second mark, but the writing and passionate delivery of the flow make it engaging right from the start.

                              Rich Robbins takes on toxic masculinity with this well-written song. The creativity and shifting sounds does conjure up comparisons to Tyler the Creator, but the groove of this track adds a musical vibe that not many track manage to pull off.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              July 16, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                              richrobbins, it'snotyourfault, laonlock
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                                Marcey Yates - Shitte Dae [Review]

                                July 16, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “It could have been a shitty day, but I won’t let it ... so says the intro and chorus of this track.

                                Marcey Yates takes an attitude and mindset and pours it into lyrical form here on this track. ‘Shitte Dae’ is a mood, and a groove, and through several listens it held me and kept me leaning in to feel these lyrics and remind myself my own outlook plays an outsized role in what kind of day I’m going to have.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                July 16, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                  Moemaw Naedon & Calig Kontra - Futura Dystopia [Review]

                                  June 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Moemaw Naedon and Calig Kontra have captured a mood with ‘Future Dystopia.’ Described as a post apocalyptic banger, this track unfurls with procision hitting its mark every step of the way.

                                  The old school flow meshes well with the hard-edged beat and build of the track, making it feel futuristic while maintaining the tones and edge of a foundation too many other artists run from these days. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  June 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                    Dax - Dear Mom [Music Video Review]

                                    May 07, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop, Alternative, Rock
                                    “Dax is back with a track that comes with a different vibe than his usual intense flows and messages. Right in time for Mother’s Day, Dax drops this ode to the hard working moms out there who have made a lifetime of sacrifices for the sake of their children while also offering that steady hand of guidance we at times resent be need as we find our own way in the world. This is one to sit back and feel this weekend, and every other day, because we wouldn’t be here without our moms.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    May 07, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                      Revalation x GoD iLLa x M-Dot - I Been (prod. by L.O.B.) [Music Video Review]

                                      April 27, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Straight up old-school swag, both in the flow, and in the writing. If you are a fan of strong ensembles, ala Wu-Tang then this is a track that will get you bouncing to the beat. The video is straight up fun, and will take you back to the days you and your homies got up to jacking around with the world around you.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      April 27, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                      revalation, godilla, m-dot, ibeen, l.o.b., laonlock
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                                        Icon South - My Script [Review]

                                        April 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Icon South teams up with Indie Artist, whynotcordell on this melancholic track. “My Script’ utilizes an almost monotone delivery to drive home the emotion and power of the writing. The beat is straightforward, but a perfect match for the vibe of the lyrics. This songs puts that disenfranchised angst we’ve all felt, into a tangible art form.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        April 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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