SANNIA - Sad Rich Girls [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“SANNIA describes her single ‘Sad Rich Girls’ as ‘ ... pure catfight energy.’ Using the Paris Hilton era of reality TV as inspiration, SANNIA calls out the superficial bullshit and manufactured drama others use to elevate themselves while stepping on the back and throats of those around them.

This track might feel like a niche type of message, but in reality everyone has been both guilty and a victim of the kind of behavior called out in this song.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Caroline Romano - Oddities and Prodigies [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Caroline Romano drops ‘Oddities and Prodigies’ on us, and the track is bound to remind some of Pink as it delivers the same brand of energetic talent that hooks and pulls you along. The vocal talent makes the track, but the writing is strong and the hook keeps the listener engaged. If I had any negative critique at all it, is that the track is short at two minutes and I was left wanting more. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Marian Hill - It Never Ends [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“We have all found ourselves immersed in such a spectacular night that we hope ‘It Never Ends.’ Marian Hill gives us a track to capture that vibe and mindset. The vocal groove is soft and alluring and the build holds you tight. The video adds imagery making us questioning why those magical moments can’t last forever. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Dawson Fuss - Free [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The journey to self-discovery is an important trek we all embark on at some point. Many of us spend out entire lives in that pursuit, and while this track highlights Dawson Fuss’s own search, it has a universal quality that speaks to all of us.

The vocals are engaging and emotive, and that holds the listener and keeps them leaning in and feeling every last word of this Electro Pop track. I was hooked one simple, yet complex word — ‘Free.’”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Cami Petyn - Psycho Bitch [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Cami Petyn has a sound and attitude that feels like Gwen Stefani meshed with Miley Cyrus. Petyn is fed up with entitled men and their self-inflated egos and ideas they can take what they want. ‘Psycho Bitch’ offers up in your face lyrics and attitude that lets you knew she is in charge and the world better step back and recognize that fact. Yes a world full of arrogant men who have convinced themselves they are far more important than they actually are. This is Pop but that doesn’t mean the lyrics do not have something vital to say.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Mia Mormino - Stick-Up [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“I am a sucker for a good story song and a murder ballad certainly fits the bill. okay so Mia Mormino’s track isn’t exactly a ballad with its jazz infused energy and retro scat vibes, but it the story of a pissed off and fed up Burlesque dancer ready to exact her revenge on the men who expect more from her than she is willing to give.

Mormino’s talent brings it all to life and the writing is dead on. Pun intended. My only wish is there was a bad ass video to give some imagery to this track. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Chloe Lilac - 10 Things [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Chloe Lilac does not pull any punches in her latest single, ‘10 Things.’ Never piss of a writer and especially a songwriter as they can and will use those emotions to fight back. The writing here is strong and the emotion behind the delivery works well in this revenge track of sorts. There is a Pop, almost Punk vibe that hooks the listener in and keep them invested in the lyrical build. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Leah Kate - Veronica [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Leah Kate offers up this wryly written and memorable track about a chance meeting between two lovers of the same man. The groove and build are fun and energetic, and the Pop vibes sparkle on this single which brings to life every players worst nightmare. Kate’s emotive Diva energy brings the track to life, as well as a smile to your face.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

ellie d. - Reach Out [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Riding a talented vocal tone, and a strong emotional set of lyrics, ellie d. offers up a new single, ‘Reach out.’ The track highlights a relationship that has faded and now one party is wondering if they should reach out and see what’s up, or if they should let go and move on. This is a dilemma most of us have faced, and the track feels both real and emotional. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Anna Thompson - Hot Now [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Anna Thompson is definitely, ‘Hot Now,’ and this track takes a few different angles on what that means to her past and present. From facing the judgmental people she knew in high school, who snubbed her and now want to be friends to the fake and flashy friends fame attracts, Thompson takes the emotion of not knowing who you can trust and who wants to be friends for the right reasons, versus merely using you and your rising stardom to their own benefit. The track is about being caught in the middle of these two dichotomies. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Caroline Romano - The Hypothetical [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Is the idea of a perfect romance and relationship real, or more of mythological utopia that lives on in ‘The Hypothetical’ daydreams of our brain? That is the question Caroline Romano unleashes with this high energy almost demanding track.

The lyrical hooks and razor edged melody slice through the psyche on this track making it an attitude and vibe as much as a commentary on how we fantasize our relationships going.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kiera Selbe - I [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Kiera Selbe began writing he lyrics of ‘I’ at thirteen, before she really knew what love would feel like. Flash forward and the now 16 year old talent has a bit more life experience to draw on which enabled her to complete the song and bring it to life. Her emotive talent, both in the writing and the performance, stands out from start to finish making Selbe a name to watch as she grows even more and blossom into the full out star that she is destined to become with such rare talent. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jackson+Sellers - Waste Your Time [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jackson+Sellers reminds me of Lucinda Williams both in sound and attitude. That take no shit, take no prisoners vibe rises to the top of this jaded, yet righteous track.

’Waste Your Time’ is an ode to whatever brand of idiocy you’ve dealt with, though most people will apply the sentiments towards a bad relationship. The rowdy edge to this track brings it to life and makes the pointed commentary land hard right on the chin of the time wasters of this world. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Electra Mustaine - Society Talk [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Electra Mustaine certainly has the musical DNA as the daughter of Dave Mustaine, but her style and sound certainly differs from the bands her famous father was part of. ‘Society Talk’ conjured comparisons to early Gwen Stefani for me though there are certainly other contemporary Pop Stars that inspired Mustaine’s sound. That said, the writing delivers a pointed message taking this track beyond catchy status and into the realm of societal commentary. Still, te arrangement is one that is hard not to fall in and join because it is pure musical energy and attitude.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Nea x SHY Martin - No Regrets [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Straight out of the Swedish countryside, longtime friends Nea and SHY Martin wrote ‘No Regrets’ after working together for years as songwriters writing for others. This time they decided to keep the summer smash for themselves and the passion and emotional connection shines through in this Pop delight.

The airy build and progression makes it a fun and uplifting track and you will have no regrets adding the single to your own playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Muro (feat Bobby John) - With You [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Featuring the vocal talent of Bobby John, Muro delivers the single ‘With You.’ The track has a Chainsmokers kind of feel though with just a hint of 80’s vibes backing it all. The progression is energetic and uplifting and carried the listener forward or propels them out to the dancefloor. The build is hard not to connect and fall in as lose yourself in this track’s build. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Freddie Long - Addicted To Your Love {Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Freddie Long is ‘Addicted To Your Love.’ Maybe not you specifically, but he’s addicted to someone’s love and he’s belting out this up-tempo Pop track for both them and you and because the track is entertaining and easy to fall in and sing along with that is a very good thing.

Revel in both his love and talent, by adding this track to you summer, or energetic playlists to feel the vibes.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

DEZI - Sinner [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dezi’s dramatic yet dark new single “Sinner” brings anticipation and seduction. Surrounded by things that are either good or bad for you she sings about how her sins are what makes her happy. From a dramatic beat to a slow motion toward the two mark this is a track that will have you engaged in fantasy. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Grace Otto - You're The Worst [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Grace Otto is a burgeoning Pop queen. The talent, confidence, and star factor emit in every line she delivers on this breakout track.

’You’re The Worst’ is a big Pop track that feels like Katy Perry, Pink, and Miley Cyrus meshed into one, brand new bad-ass goddess ready to take on the musical world. This is one of those track you just have to hit play to fall in and become immersed in the jaded anger and righteous payback. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Beat The System - California Dreaming [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The tradition of ‘California Dreaming’ is a long one for many musicians and artists, and this track from Beat The System adds to that collection. A fun and light Pop track, this single takes you for a daydreaming ride about sunny skies and glitzy times in the Golden State. The track simply feels like a stroll in the warm sunshine so come along to enjoy the West Coast vibes.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger