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Sedric Perry - Chardonnay [Music Review]

July 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
“Sedric Perry is smooth in the best of ways. Vocally this track is the musical equivalent of satin sheets and fits his personality and brand so well. So pour yourself a glass, snuggle up next to the one your desire, and enjoy this intoxicating song.”

“My signature thing is walking out of places with a glass of white wine. I’ve been doing it for years. It’s one of those things I thought would be a vibe for the EP. What better way to start a day with your friends, than with a glass of wine, listening to music?” – Sedric Perry”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
July 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
sedrickperry, chardonnay, laonlock
Music, Contemporary R&B
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    Chavar Dontae - Rain [Music Review]

    July 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
    “The track gave me ‘Under the Bridge’ Vibes in a way, though the writing and vocals stand on their own without comparison.

    Chavar Dontae might not be reinventing the wheel here, but he is certainly leaning into truth, vulnerability and of course human emotion to give us a truly great song we can feel to our bones.

    ’Rain’ is a timeless kind of song that I will be adding to multiple playlists of my own. This is music you can feel, and I pay no higher compliment to any art than that.”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    July 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    chavardontae, rain, laonlock
    Music, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
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      DJ MICKY - Precious Days [Music Review]

      July 14, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary, Soul
      “DJ micky is an underground DJ and producer thriving in Japan and across Asia. known for seamlessly blending various eras and genres, he delivers a smooth soulful Contemporary R&B groove with ‘Precious Days.’

      This track is a vibe that will warm your heat and put a spicy little movement to your hips, as it reminds us to take some time and enjoy the quality moments life gives us.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      July 14, 2025 /Travis Erwin
      djmicky, preciousdays, laonlock
      Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary, Soul
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        Estella Dawn - Move Down Lover [Music Review]

        July 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Soul, Pop, Indie Pop, Alternative
        “Estella Dawn knows how to sell emotion and here on ‘Move Down Lover’ the sultry track straddles the line between sultry Soul Pop and an Alt R&B vibe. Dawn is occupying the same musical space as artists like Teddy Swims on this track but she does so with power, confidence and originality that is clearly her own.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        July 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        estelladawn, movedownlover, laonlock
        Music, Contemporary R&B, Soul, Pop, Indie Pop, Alternative
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          Meagher - All Time Low [Music Review]

          July 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, R&B, Contemporary R&B, Dance
          “This isn’t the first time we have featured one of Meagher’s tracks here at LA on Lock. The talented producer has shown diversity and precision in bring these tracks to life. ‘All Time Low’ delivers a smooth R&B groove with some nostalgic vibes tot he overall style and sound. ”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          July 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          meagher, alltimelow, laonlock
          Music, R&B, Contemporary R&B, Dance
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            Roots of Creation x Edo. G x Afroman - Ride or Die Chick - remix [Music Review]

            June 26, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
            “What’s not to love about a groove-filled jam from Roots of Creation, Afroman, and Edo.G? I mean come one you can feel this one right from the start. ‘Ride Or Die Chick’ is a mantra tof stubborn love and dedication. An ode to loyalty perhaps even when it isn’t deserved.

            And the easter eggs of hits gone by is a nice addition. This is talented artists having a good time and it shows.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            June 26, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            rootsofcreation, edo.g, afroman, rideordiechick
            Music, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop, Rap
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              Sara Marie Barron - Moon [Music Review]

              June 13, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
              “Sara Marie Barron wanted to create a song about navigating your mental health while dating that you could dance to. And ‘Moon’ is exactly that.

              The track has a tender vulnerability to go along with some genuine emotional grit all backed by an infectious beat that makes you want to close your eyes and let the music take over your body.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              June 13, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              saramariebarron, moon, laonlock
              Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Dance, Pop
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                Chxrry22 - Main Character [Music Review]

                June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
                “Chxrry isn’t going to get lost on the background. Hello, no she deliver ‘Main Character’ energy on this track. The sultry Contemporary R&B song is all about attitude and sexy confidence and her tone will leave yo wanting to play whatever type of game she is leading. ”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                chxrry, maincharacter, laonlock
                Music, Contemporary R&B
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                  Harry Gray - Passport Baby [Music Review]

                  May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
                  “Blurring genre lines, Harry Gray delivers a soulful groove to this Rap flow. Harry pays no mind to mainstream sounds and instead stays true to making music that evokes a spiritual response from himself and his listeners.

                  ”Passport Baby’ is a vibe that carries the listener along like a plane bound for an exotic vacation. Grab a cold drink and kick back, relaxing times are in your future when you settle into this smooth track.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                  harrygray, passportbaby, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
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                    Neena Rose - I Love You Mama (Even More) [Music Review]

                    May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
                    “In case you need one, this is your reminder that Sunday May 11th is Mother’s Day.

                    Neena Rose clearly needed no such reminder as she penned this tender loving ode to mother’s and planned the release to coincide with the holiday.

                    The track is artfully written and performed and you’d no doubt warm your own mother’s heart by sharing this track with her.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    neenarose, iloveyoumama, laonlock
                    Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
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                      ANNA VEE - Honesty [Music Review]

                      April 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
                      “ANNA VEE utilizes and raw emotive delivery to expres sherself on ‘Honestly.’ The soaring vocals do convery a genuine honesty in this ode to being true to yourself and your needs. No one can be happy until they are truly happy in their own skin and place in this world. At its heart that is what this track is about.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      April 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      annavee, honesty, laonlock
                      Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                        Duckwrth - I'm Really Changing [Music Review]

                        April 08, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
                        “It isn’t easy to put Duckwrth in a box and label him. And this new release, ‘I’m Really Changing’ only amplifies the ambiguity of his sound.

                        The track brings some Neo-Soul groove, a little R&B smoothness and a tranquil Hip-Hop flow to unleash the lyrical progression of this track about shifting and changing to be a better man. But in the end, it’s all about that tasty vibe!”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        April 08, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        duckwrth, i'mreallychanging, laonlock
                        Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
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                          Mathilde Widding - Good Grief [Music Review]

                          March 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, R&B, Contemporary R&B
                          “Mathilde Widding is a Norwegian songstress with smooth sultry soul filled vibes. Capturing the same magic of Amy Winehouse or ZZ Ward, Widding draws the listener in with a little grit and a lot of silk smooth emotion infused into her delivery. ‘Good Grief’ is the type of song that sticks to you long after the last note.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          March 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          mathildewidding, goodgrief, laonlock
                          Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, R&B, Contemporary R&B
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                            Miya Zawa - So Sick [Music Review]

                            March 20, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
                            “This Contemporary R&B track is a true international affair. ‘So Sick’ is the debut single from Miya Zawa. The new project from Sara Flint and Tom Brereton is an assortment of musical offerings that pair Pop, Dub & Folk. The writing process spread across Australia & Japan.

                            The track is about having higher standards for your friends love life than they sometimes do and this unique fresh take on love is refreshing given the theme of love is one every artists dives into eventually. Can’t wait to see what other new takes ont he world Miya Zawa gives us. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            March 20, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            miyazawa, sosick, laonlock
                            Music, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
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                              AMANZI - In The Dark [Music Review]

                              March 02, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
                              “Amanzi delivers smooth Retro Soul grooves on her latest single, ‘In The Dark.’

                              The UK artist, with South African roots, brings both power and emotive finesse to this track which feels like a sultry summer night next to the one you love.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              March 02, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              amanzi, inthedark, laonlock
                              Music, Soul, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                Citi Limitz - The Most / If They Only Knew [Music Review]

                                February 01, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
                                “Citi Limitz feels like a throwback in some ways as R7B trios seem rare these days and this group would be right at home in the late 80s. That said ‘The Most/If The Only Knew’ has a modern edge that is right at home in today’s musical landscape.

                                The track has that smooth groove you;d expect and the lyrical punch to make you feel exactly what they are laying down.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                February 01, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                citilimitz, themost/iftheyonlyknew, laonlock
                                Music, Contemporary R&B
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                                  Ex Habit x BURY - let me fall [Music Review]

                                  February 01, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
                                  “Newfound love and infatuation can border on obsession and that is the sentiment captured by Ex habit and BURY on their sultry new release, ‘Let Me Fall.’

                                  The track straddles the line between Neo Soul and Contemporary R&B, but certainly has a mainstream Commercial vibe that will resonate with music lovers of all genres.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  February 01, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  exhabit, bury, letmefall, laonlock
                                  Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Alternative, Pop
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                                    Temptress -What Would You Do [Music Video Review]

                                    November 26, 2024 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B, Alternative, R&B

                                    Rating: 3 out of 5

                                    “London artists have a distinct sound that I really like. This R&B duo’s video fuses an upbeat yet contemporary vibe, though they linger on the hook a bit too long. Still, it’s a cool retro visual paired with a good sound.”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                    November 26, 2024 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Contemporary R&B, Alternative, R&B
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                                      McCabe - Killer Of Mine [Music Review]

                                      November 24, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B

                                      Rating: 3 out of 5

                                      “I loved the emotion and writing of ‘Killer of Mine,’ as well as the old school piano and clap beat. That said, the edges could have been softened and rounded out to better allow the emotions to land.

                                      McCabe has clear and obvious talent and he emotes well, though for me the backing got in the way of me truly feeling the track in places. A softer mix would have lifted this one to greater heights for me but it is still a good, worthwhile track that lets the writing and emotions carry much of the workload.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      November 24, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                      mccabe, killerofmine, laonlock
                                      Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                        PEPTALK - Blind [Music Review]

                                        November 24, 2024 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Love is a complicated animal, and since no on else is inside our hearts it is often hard to see why a person stays or even what they saw in them in the first place.

                                        ’Blind’ from PEPTALK is a smooth groove that attempts to unruly the confusion our brans must unravel before we make any decision to give up on a love and move on. The R&B groove comes with a Pop vibe making this one fit across a few genres.”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        November 24, 2024 /Travis Erwin
                                        peptalk, blind, laonlock
                                        Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary
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