Jared Minnix - Carhartt Beanies [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jared Minnix is an accomplished guitarist out of Nashville that is increasingly making his name as not only a talented instrumentalists, but as a Pop vocalist and songwriter as well. Minnix captures a light almost airy vibe with ‘Carhartt Beanies,’ a track that feels both nostalgic and upbeat at the same time. The delivery is infectious and the words are easy to fall in and sing along with making this a track to add to your summer playlists. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

TalkSick - 2 Complicated [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dance Pop magic! That is what Netherland band, TalkSick has given us with ‘2 Complicated.’ This is the tough to pull off dance track that works as perfectly well riding alone in your car, or out on the dance floor. You can truly feel this one, or you can simply get lost int he beat and rhythm depending where your head is at the moment. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Flora Cash - "Don't You Look At Me That Way" [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Flora Cash’s new single “Don’t You Look At Me That Way” are soft vocals over piano keys. The emotive pop song engages every emotion as it paints a picture of a dramatic love story. The desire to be save mentally and emotionally as the call for help is delivered through the tempo of the song.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Tyra Jutai - Rebound [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Coming in with an early-200s vibe, this track establishes a souldful groove from the start but the unique vocal tones of Tyra Jutai soon take over and carry us for quite the lyrical ride.

The hedonistic track, ‘Rebound’ (ft. City Fidelia), explores the rebound period after a relationship ends when all you want is a distraction – whether it be drinking, drugs, sex or music – to get over your heartbreak.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Margø - "Too Much" [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Margo comes in vocally strong and direct over a heavy bass. The new single “Too Much” is a fierce yet dark pop track that talks about the voices in your head. When you look in the mirror you tend to battle with yourself. The battle of the mind is a strong force that tends to be “Too Much” ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

EMELINE - flowers & sex [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“She means it when she says .... All I want is ‘Flowers & Sex.’

EMELINE speaks her intentions with direct clarity on this Electro Pop track that hooks you in immediately. The alluring production and sultry delivery work in perfect unison to establish a mood. And that mood is get to it, and quit talking about it.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Mustafa Sal - johnnysixteen [Review]

“An anthem for Gen Z, ‘johnnysixteen’ is a smooth Pop groove telling the story of a young man trying a find his place in the world. That theme is of course universal through the ages, but Mustafa Sal does a great job of capturing the thoughts, fears and attitudes of his generation. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Tyra Jutai - Frida [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Tyra Jutai knows how to tell a story, and tell it well. Here that story comes in the form of an Electro Pop Murder Ballad and beyond the strong storytelling and sultry emotive delivery is an eerie delivery that conjured strong thoughts of Amy Winehouse for me.

The track is bold and in your face both musically and visually with the delightfully sinister imagery of the video.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock blogger

KINGS - ur a good bye [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“KINGS comes with a vocal performance that hooks the listener immediately. ‘ur a good bye’ is shiny Pop gold, but that is not to say the emotion of the writing doesn’t emote through in the performance or writing. This is a big bold sound that wraps around you and makes you want to move and shout HELL YEAH! at the affirmations, because we’ve all had those good, goodbyes. ”

— Travis Erwin ~LA on Lock Blogger

emlyn - B.O.M.B. [Music Video Review]

“Self described as a ‘Banger for Haters,’ emlyn is Back On Her Bullshit, or ‘B.O.M.B’ if you will. And the result is pure Electro Pop glory as she lays down a pissed off energy and emotional vibe for the engaging track.

Big bold vocals and an attitude that permeates every word and line are the fuse for this musical explosion.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

JEFFE - Home [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Knock knock ... Who’s There? THat’s the question JEFFE asks, but this track is no joke. Evaluating ourselves, both in the mirror,a nd internally is something we all do and as our harshest critics sometimes we need a reminder to simply live our lives and stop seeking perceived perfection, because the truest beauty often comes from the flows and fears and all the stuff we often run from.

This Electro Pop track offers a catchy rhythm and a nice lyrical hook that grabs hold and refuses to let go. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

FAANGS - I Don't Care [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“For everyone who who has boldly proclaimed IDGAF!, ‘I Don’t Care,’ is the title track for the soundtrack of your life. FAANGS infuses the single with attitude and a reserved brand of disdain for the world. The track is both an Electro Pop party anthem, and a self-reflective ode to doing your own thing all at the same time. And the video adds a nice touch of imagery to aid in the mood. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Haley Gold - Knock Yourself Out [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track does an excellent job of mixing a light Pop vibe with a heavier emotional set of lyrics, and the song really does feel like a conversation between two friends. Haley Gold delivers an earnest honesty as she slyly warns her friend about the dangers of dating one of her exes and the result is engaging and articulate while still managing to be entertaining. ”

— Travis Erwin ~LA on Lock Blogger

Julian Lamadrid - 15 Minutes [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Julian Lamadrid conjures up the style of Prince, the vibe of Timberlake, and the energy of Bruno here on on this track. ‘15 Minutes’ is an energetic Electro Pop joy ride with an artistic flair that is undeniable. This is a track you will be hearing a lot of this summer and beyond.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Kory Shore - IDKAT [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Few things can mold and shape us like newfound love. None of us came through life unscathed, so we all carry some form of baggage into any relationship we enter. But true, honest love overcomes those things and often melds the past into something that we can better face and deal with.

This catchy, hook-driven track works off that premise, and we can feel the emotional momentum as it builds with the track. Lyrically, I did crave a bit more, but the emption and sound still come across in this track from Kory Shore. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

INTRN x w00ds - I Deserve More [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Life is a battle. We keep so much inside that our thoughts become a battle. Intrn and w00ds introduce us to a new single ‘I Deserve More’. It’s about having a revolution of wanting more and knowing you deserve more. The delivery is calm and the tempo stays the same but you are pulled in by the songwriting. We all deserve someone who loves us just as much as we love them. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Lyrics: (Verse 1) I can’t keep this up Sometimes words aren't enough And I’m struggling to be here Let my head wander off ‘Cause I’d rather be lost Than to face all I’ve run from this year (Pre-Chorus) And I’m grasping On to anything Disregarding the truth that I (Chorus) I deserve more I deserve someone who loves me too I deserve more I deserve someone who loves like I do (Verse 2) I wish you the best And it’s hard to admit But I know that I’ll figure it out While I’m banging my head Hanging on by a thread ‘Cause I’m scared that I may have missed out (Pre-Chorus) And I’m grasping On to anything Disregarding the truth that I (Chorus) I deserve more I deserve someone who loves me too I deserve more I deserve someone who loves like I do X2 (Outro) I deserve more I deserve someone who loves me too I deserve more I deserve someone who loves like I do

Dear Sara - Do Better [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The vocal tone here is unique and mesmerizing. A native of Sweden, Sara displays an emotional softness on this track that draws the listener in deep. There are defiente Pop styling to this track, but ‘Do Better’ exudes a sultry vulnerability that goes beyond the genre and feels almost folksy in a Commercial leaning way. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Fagin - Laundry Day [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A nice melodic groove brings this track alive. Smooth and soulful like something between Bieber and Bruno, this Pop groove works well. The hook of the melody and the straightforward lyrical presentation lends themselves to joining in and singing along. Simply a fun, self-reflective track.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

emlyn - a thousand parties [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Inspired by the great literary love stories, Emlyn has given us a passionate love song of sorts, despite the fact she admits to never having been in love herself.

’A Thousand Parties’ is a big bold Pop track that would be right at time on a Demi Lovato album. The boisterous vocals drive it all home giving this track a huge presence.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

What If Elephants x Flara K - Guilty Pleasure [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I for one do not think we should feel guilty about pursuing our pleasures, but there is no denying the saying ‘Guilty PLeasure’ makes for a nice hook here on this track. The two set of vocals intertwine and mix well in this energetic Electro Pop single.

Co-dependency has never been more fun than this lively track.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)