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M'Lynn - Safety Net [Music Review]

February 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A smooth and easy groove combines with a steady rhythm to keep this track moving with ease and grace. The vocal talent is silky and tender, and instills a nice romantic vibe.

Lyrically, I did crave a bit more, but even with that, this is a track I could listen to for years to come. An apt mood setter, and affirmation of the idea that everything feels right when you are secure and stable in your love.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
February 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
m'lynn, safetynet, laonlock
Music, Neo-Soul, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary
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    Ni/Co - what it (do do do) [Music Video Review]

    January 06, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    A smooth R&B groove with heavy Pop leanings about letting the bad stuff roll off and way from you. It is far too easy to hold grudges and plot revenge, but then the offending party lives inside your head so sometimes we have to let go of our resentment and trust Karma to work her magic. This song is an artful reminder of that.

    January 06, 2023 /Travis Erwin
    ni/co, whatitdo, laonlock
    Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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      RIa Barkr - Monday [Music Video Review]

      September 12, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Commercial, Contemporary R&B

      Review: 4 out of 5

      “Monday’s can seem so long when you are not happy with your daily routine. The routine of going to a job that you aren’t in love with. Rla Barkr delivers a soulful melody about choosing between a job and your passion. As Monday stays heavy on her mind she is reminded of being grounded to a 9-5 because of bills. Some people can do both but in her case it takes up all her time.”
      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
      September 12, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
      LAOnlock
      Commercial, Contemporary R&B
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        anees - Leave Me [Music Video Review]

        August 26, 2022 by Travis Erwin in music, Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Commercial, Adult Contemporary

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “A smooth easy groove with Reggae and Pop influences in the tone and delivery. An ode to love and the disappointment we fell when we let that other person down and do them wrong. The pain is tangible and the passion emotes through in every line. A song of directness and emotional pain that is an apology of sorts but also a pledge to be better. ”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        August 26, 2022 /Travis Erwin
        anees, leaveme, laonlock
        music, Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Commercial, Adult Contemporary
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          Delilah Blower - This Ain't Love - [Review]

          July 20, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Soul, Contemporary R&B, Alternative

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “The vocal tone carries a bit of Amy Winehouse, but the groove and build feels more like ZZ Ward. Either way, Delilah Blower is her own artist and certainly delivers the it factor right from the start.

          ”This Ain’t Love’ is the kind of track that sinks its hooks in deeper and deeper as you listen, and that sticks with you long after the final note has faded from your ears.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          July 20, 2022 /Travis Erwin
          delilahblower, thisain'tlove, laonlock
          Music, Soul, Contemporary R&B, Alternative
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            Ice Meez - Swim [Music Video Review]

            May 28, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, R&B, Rap, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “A smooth R&B/Rap blend for the warm summer days and those sexy poolside parties. Ice Meez and Trill Lee team on this track to deliver a soulful groove that hits as hard lyrically as it slides easily through the ears melodically.

            Get out there with a drink in your hand a the sun on your face and ‘Swim,’ but don’t spill that beverage when your gliding to the groove.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            May 28, 2022 /Travis Erwin
            icemeez, trilllee, swim, laonlock
            Music, R&B, Rap, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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              Elle Baez - Mister Possessive [Review]

              April 22, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Commercial

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Elle Baez conveys power and confidence and attitude infused declarations in ‘Mister Possessive.’ the track is about taking control and walking away when need be or simply being the master of your won fate and desires. The track has a power R&B feel but really transcends genre with its confidence and verve. ”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              April 22, 2022 /Travis Erwin
              ellebaez, misterpossessive, laonlock
              Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Commercial
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                Tucker Nichol - Over the Edge [Review]

                March 25, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Contemporary R&B, R&B

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Tucker Nichol’s soft vocals elevates to a contemporary R&B track that will have you reminiscing past emotions. “Over The Edge” asks what to do when you are trying to forgive or let someone’s actions speak for theirselves. ”
                — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                March 25, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                LAOnlock
                Music, Contemporary R&B, R&B
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                  Mykel - Maybe [Review]

                  March 03, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
                  “Mykel is done wasting time in a dead-end relationship and issues a last-chance ultimatum in her new single ‘Maybe.’ A stripped-down, R&B ballad in the same vein as ‘Resentment’ by Beyoncé, ‘Maybe’ features bluesy guitar and Mykel’s confident, wide-ranging vocals, with a message of empowerment that will resonate with anyone who’s tired of dealing with an emotionally unavailable partner.

                  The track comes with a smooth groove and build and those sultry vocals that make it clear the one that pissed her off is surely going to regret it somewhere down the road.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  March 03, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                  mykel, maybe, laonlock, lareview
                  Music, Contemporary R&B
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                    Micah Banks x Calabasas x Atom - Easy [Music Video Review]

                    February 25, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, EDM, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “This track tells a story, not only in the emotional and passionate lyrics, but also in a well crafted video.

                    ’Easy’ dives into the dysfunctional rules of love and broken hearts. The fact it is easy to blame the other person when the one you loves strays.

                    The song is nuanced and real, just as modern love tends to be, and the ride is emotional and genuine. Combining EDM with a Contemporary R&B brand of delivery, the single takes a few surprising turns in its arrangement and video presentation, but holds the listener throughout.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    February 25, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                    micahbanks, calabasas, atom, easy, laonlock
                    Music Videos, EDM, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                      Kevonna Rose - That's Fine [Review]

                      February 16, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “When a relationship ends, we often tend to look inward and blame ourselves, unless of course you catch them cheating, but the fact is ... sometimes the other person is simply an asshole. This track realizes this and says ... ‘That’s Fine.’ be an asshole but I’m moving on.

                      Kevonna Rose understands the need to break clean and delivers a smooth soulful groove to moving forward with such knowledge that you can’t change the other person. This is both a break up song, and a slow jam that anyone who has recently gone through the end of a relationships will certainly relate to.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      February 16, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                      kevonnarose, that'sfine, laonlock
                      Music, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
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                        Malan - Go with the Flow [Review]

                        February 11, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Bedroom

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “A melodic track that truly does ‘Go With The Flow.’

                        Malan delivers the single with talented vocal precision, and a sweet tone that hooks and holds the listener. A calm steady build creates a tranquil vibe that feels like warm spring sunshine on your face after a long chilly winter.

                        Settle in and relax as you let this track warm your very soul.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        February 11, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                        malan, gowiththeflow, laonlock
                        Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Bedroom
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                          sheyda - Wish I Could Want You [Music Video Review]

                          January 19, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Adult Contemporary

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “We’ve all spotted that person that captivates us with their looks, only to be disappointed once that person opens their mouth. ‘Wish I Could Want You’ takes a lap around that emotional pool, but does so with powerful vocals and a wry set of lyrics that makes this track not only a smooth groove, but a stunning bit of sarcasm that lands all of its lyrical punches.

                          The video will have you ready to hit the lake. Can’t wait to hear more music from this talented artist. ”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          January 19, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                          sheyda, wishicouldwantyou, laonlock
                          Music, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop, Adult Contemporary
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                            Dami x Messenger - All I Know [Review]

                            December 13, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop, Rap

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “In the face of haters and naysayers, sometimes all we have to hang onto is our our own stubborn determination and personal belief that we can get there. ‘All I Know’ is all about having the confidence and stamina to persevere when others say — give it up.

                            Dami and Messenger team up here to deliver this chilled vibe and laidback flow and in doing so they have proved any and all naysayers wrong, because they clearly have the talent and resolve to rise above the fray.”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            December 13, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                            dami, messenger, alliknow, laonlock
                            Music, Contemporary R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop, Rap
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                              Bianca Jade - Everything I've Got [Music Video Review]

                              November 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, R&B, Soul, Contemporary R&B

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “Bianca Jade delivers her vocals in silky smooth confidence and while not many people ever get everything they want, Jade’s talent and delivery makes it easy to believe she will indeed get there because she truly is giving it “Everything I Got.’

                              The groove and build here are as mesmerizing as her vocal talent and this track is one that will make you feel empowered as well. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              November 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                              biancajade, everythingI'vegot, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Neo-Soul, R&B, Soul, Contemporary R&B
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                                FALANA - Energy [Review]

                                October 15, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “FALANA established a nice groove on this track and one might say the ‘Energy’ is exactly right. Riding a tranquil but expressive beat and melody, FALANA layers on an emotive set of vocals that drips with a sultry invitation that is hard to resist.

                                This is Contemporary R&B with a vibe that simply wraps around the soul and pulls you along for the entire ride. ”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                October 15, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                falana, energy, laonlock
                                Music, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
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                                  Apache Grosse x Ajani Jones - Bad In Threes [Review]

                                  October 01, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “There is a definite throwback vibe to the build here, but Apache Grosse and Ajani Jones team up to bring ‘Bad In Threes’ to life.

                                  The cadence and lyrical build sync perfectly with the beat to form a groove that is is easy to ride with. The slow groove deeper in comes at just the right time to make the listener lean in even further and connect.”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  October 01, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                  apachegrosse, ajanijones, badinthrees, laonlock
                                  Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary
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                                    Gracie Ella - Butterflies [Music Video Review]

                                    August 30, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Neo-Soul, Music Videos, Commercial, Contemporary R&B

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “In the world of Mother Nature artist Gracie Ella is seen walking through a garden playing her guitar. Using her talents to express her feelings and how she was given butterflies. Despite her new attitude on love she makes it clear that just like the transformation of a butterfly feelings are transformed as well.”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                    August 30, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Neo-Soul, Music Videos, Commercial, Contemporary R&B
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                                      Gianni Taylor - Down and Out [Review]

                                      August 25, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Contemporary R&B, Commercial, Music Videos

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Gianni Taylor’s new single “Down and Out” carries us through emotions of someone’s love life. With the lead bass in the beat being his actual voice the song is enticing yet fun at the same time. Gianni artistry is honest lyrics fused with smooth vocals.”
                                      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blog]
                                      August 25, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                      LaonLock
                                      Contemporary R&B, Commercial, Music Videos
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                                        Otev - In My Head [Music Video Review]

                                        August 06, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Autotune, Alternative

                                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                        “The build and progression of this track worked for me, both vocally and the beat production. Lyrically this is one that simply resonated and made me nod my affirmations as I listened. The R&B groove gives the arrangement an easy flow and the production dynamics add just enough to give the while thing a contemporary feel.

                                        I was left wanting a bit more as the song felt short overall and could have went deeper in the writing, but all art should leave you wanting more and this one certainly did that for me.”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        August 06, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                        otev, inmyhead, laonlock
                                        Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Autotune, Alternative
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