Abigail Barlow - Mirror, Mirror [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I might not be the target audience here, but clever, intelligent writing stands out just the same. This Electro Pop track is defiant and razor sharp in wit, but still fun and entertaining. The vocals and musical arrangement work well to bring out the stellar writing and I couldn’t help but smile and nod as I listened to Abigail Barlow define a new brand of princess or perhaps welcome the role of sultry villainess seductress. You pick.

Look for Barlow’s solo debut album Pop Princess to drop in 2024.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Rosalie - Know Me Better [Music Review]

Rating: 4.0 out of 5

“True happiness is unattainable until a person can be happy by themselves. In other words if you don’t like you it doesn’t really matter how the world sees you.

’Know Me Better’ is an autobiographical song inspired by the question ... ‘What would dance music for introverts sound like?’

The result is a simultaneously chill and upbeat song that clearly has one foot in pop and one foot in electronic. Instead of dancing in the club, the song feels like dancing like no one is watching alone in your bedroom. Or jumping on your bed as an adult. It dives into the feeling of healing from being codependent, finally genuinely loving to spend time by yourself, and following your heart to see where it leads you.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Svetlana Toropoviene -Only Light [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“To blend Electro Pop, Poetic Rap, and Latino will make anyone want to dance. Svetlana Toropoviene’s “Only Light” allows a listener to be pulled in by the melody and let the music take over their body as they dance the night away. This song will speak to your heart and allow a ray of light to be shown. If anyone was sad before listening to this song they will defiantly be happy afterwards. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Shannon Dooley - I’m Me [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Shannon Dooley has built a career but being talent and a touch defiant in that she doesn’t follow the norms with her sound. This gives us a unique sound that break many of the Pop/Commercial music molds while still having the appeal to fans of those genres.

’I’m Me’ highlights this aspect of Dooley very well, and almost seems to declare her fierce independence and talent for the world to hear. An artist willing and able to do it her way.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Sannia - august [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“As they say, you never forget your first love. ‘August’ was written about a lost love and the what-might-have-beens of that initial, tangible foray into dreaming of happily ever after.

Sannia delivers the lyrics with a mix of wistful nostalgia, and tender heartbreak to make you feel the heartbreak and lost opportunity. The track shifts from slow and tender to upbeat and regretful, and the blend is intoxicating. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

John Newman - Guiding Light [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A smoothly delivered track with a nice escalation up front to light the fuse. John Newman wrote this as an ode to his newborn daughter, though the track has a universal appeal that will resonate for listeners and take on new personal meaning for them as well.

The track has a nice uplifting energy, without going over the top making it a highly listenable track as good for a party, personal reflection while driving alone in the car, or simply chilling with a handful of friends. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock BLogger

Flora Cash - HOLY WATER [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Right in time for the season, Flora Cash sprinkles some dark ethereal ‘HOLY WATER’ into your ears. Let me share a few words direct from the artists before I say more msyelf

’As the veil between worlds thins approaching Halloween, this track tells a story of timeless connections and souls reuniting, merging mythic themes with contemporary Indie Pop nuances. Shpresa Lleshaj’s haunting lead vocal and Djordje Milanovic’s mournful violas stand out above a dynamic and almost operatic production.’ ~ Flora Cash

The haunting vocals mesmerize, as does the violin accompaniment. Far too many seasonal songs take a cliched and often kitschy angle, but this track is a perfect balance and is artistic in a way few such songs pull off. So much so, I hesitate to call it a holiday track as it is something I will be listening to year round.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Hana Lili - Small Talk [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Hana Lili hooked me from the onset on ‘Small Talk,’ an anthem for anxious over-thinkers everywhere.

Hana says, “I wrote ‘Small Talk’ because I realised it was something I find difficult sometimes, ‘Small Talk’ is a song about hiding behind small talk in conversation to avoid being vulnerable.”

Lili’s emotive vulnerability is what first drew me tot he track and with each listen I still feel it giving the track a lasting power and a permanent place of several of my playlists. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

LEWIS FITZGERALD - Clarity [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

““Relationships tend to ebb and flow, and while both parties might remain in love, there are times the only way to find ‘Clarity’ is to take a step back and reassess your emotions. Lewis Fitzgerald tackles this dynamics on this Electro Pop track.

I suspect some will label Fitzgerald as a Brutish Post Malone, given his look and sound, and while that designation has merit because there are definite similarities, this isn’t the first time I’ve experienced Fitzgerald’s talent. So I am confident that he has the artistry and talent to stand on his own and shed any notions that he is a derivative artist and not a talent in his own right.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Olivia Lunny - FIX THIS [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Olivia Lunny is as talented as they come and here she is joined by Bryce Vine. The vocal duet is stunning and emotive and you feel every last, heartbreaking word of the track.

’Fix This’ is the kind of track that will help people get through their own hard times or even facilitate conversation for couple in need of a good heart-to-heat to turn the ride of a sinking relationship. An engaging and entertaining track with the ability to effect actual change in people’s lives, what’s not to love?”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Maiah Manser - With A Smile [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“ I like how Maiah Manser’s takes her time with her delivery in the intro. The song goes from subtle and dramatic to a little energetic. It keeps you engaged with the fast beat and allows you to be a dreamer as well. I like how her vocal range is revealed as well as the overall production.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Paytra -Villain Era [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“Some people are in their soft girl era but it’s time for their villain era. Paytra has incredible songwriting that relates to good girls who do a lot and try to keep an image. Then one day they realize they want more and choose to live on the edge. The song starts off a little premature but delivers empowerment and energy.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Lauren Dair -For The Gods [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“Lauren Dair takes us on a fantasy ride “For the Gods”. This electro pop romantic track is about loving someone like a fantasy. It uplifts your spirits and allows your heart to explore the universe of love. This is a very descriptive track that gives like to your imagination. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Alli Fitz -Falling Star [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Alli Fitz “Falling Star” is about wanting to fall head over hills in love with someone. This dance hall track with uplift anyone that listens to it. It stays consistent with the mix of happy, romantic, and commercial. The ending gives us a little solo action but it still builds a musical connection to the rest of the song.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Alfie Sharp - All Or Nothing [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If Rock and Roll Gospel were a genre, this track just might be its benchmark song. Alfie Sharp delivers vocal talent and an undeniable energy to the performance, but the track also boast provocative lyrics that will both entertain and make you stop and think at the same time.

If ‘All Or Nothing’ is the choice, this track certainly gives its all.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

AiramFM -Heartbeat [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“This song is sad but it is also a song of expression. AiramFM tells the story of the day she saw her 46 year old mother pass away from cancer. She describes her emotions as well as each touch. She isn’t reaching out for sympathy but describes how her heart still beats with the memories even if her heart is still broken form the loss.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Bolier - Best Friend (Never Let Me Down) [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Bolier immediately pulls you into her world with wizardry of her enchanting vocals. Soft, but powerful. Smooth yet raw. The percussion acts as the heart beat of this trippy tune. This song could do well both internationally and performance wise. Bolier definitely delivers with this one.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Blogger]

CAii -Solo [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“CAii’s vocals are both raw and edgy. Not the typical polished sound you usually get on pop style beats. The song has a dark yet confident undertone that caters to the message of being able to stand alone. Although you won’t be overly impressed with the vocal delivery the song itself is a vibe and definitely something you could turn up and jam out to. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Apryll Aileen - Our Time [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“With sounds like Shakira, Apryll entices us with the sensual melody in this electro pop track. “Our Time” is about finding someone who you admire and love but realizing time is not on your side. You make the memories, and hold on to those memories even if time runs out. The tempo is upbeat but a true hidden love song.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

AKICITA - Monster [Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“The song may start off as sweet and a little sad but then it turns into a dark track. The melody even switches to a dramatic tempo as Akicita’s vocals turn serious. The song is about the creation of a monster and how there is no turning back once you become one. This track will keep you listening as it tells the story of how sadness meets aggression. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]