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Jaycetone - Going for Gold [Review]

November 10, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap, Autotune

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“This is one of those tracks that just grabs you and it is hard to say why. There are some shiny lines that truly are ‘Going For The Gold,’ and the vocal flow is somewhat ordinary until the chorus anyway, but I was on the hook just the same.

I suppose my intrigue here came from the fact that it felt true and I believed the emotion behind the flow.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
November 10, 2019 /Travis Erwin
jaycetone, goingforthegold, laonlock
Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Rap, Autotune
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    Micayla De Ette & Flavor Flav - Write a Song [Music Video Review]

    November 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Contemporary R&B, Conscious

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “Micayla De Ette kicks this off with powerful vocals that call and plead and express every artist’s desire to ‘Write A Song’ that will change the world.

    Been a minute since I’ve heard from Flavor Flav, but his flow is a perfect juxtaposition here, and this track is engaging all the way through.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    November 09, 2019 /Travis Erwin
    micayladeette, flavorflav, writeasong, laonlock
    Music Videos, Neo-Soul, Hip-Hop, Contemporary R&B, Conscious
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      Ghostwriter LA - True [Review]

      November 09, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Ghostwriter LA drops this melancholy tracks that does indeed ring ‘True.’

      Life away from home and a support system is a challenge for anyone, and when you add in the tough vibe of making it in a difficult pursuit, like the music business, this song captures that hopeless feeling of chasing a dream.

      But where there is a dream — there is always a hope. ”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      November 09, 2019 /Travis Erwin
      ghostwriterla, true, laonlock
      Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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        Small Boss - Childhood Dreams [Music Video Review]

        November 07, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop

        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

        “An appropriately Lo-fi Hip-Hop flow straight up calling out society for the continued love affair with technology.

        Stripped down old school vocals urge us to interact with those who inhabit our world on a more personal level. This is a piece that strikes a perfect balance between art and entertainment — without sacrificing something worthwhile to say.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        November 07, 2019 /Travis Erwin
        smallboss, childhooddreams, laonlock
        Music Videos, Hip-Hop
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          C4NTK33P5T1LL - Break Down [Review]

          November 04, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Instrumentals, Hip-Hop

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “An instrumental that stirs emotions completely on its own. The beat is solid hip-hop up and the various overlays each add depth and dimension making this a moody tracks that speaks loudly.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          November 04, 2019 /Travis Erwin
          C4NTK33P5T1LL, BreakDown, laonlock
          Music, Instrumentals, Hip-Hop
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            Frank B. - "Frankenstein" (prod. by Dame Grease) [Music Video Review]

            November 01, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Calling out the mumblers, Frank B. boldly claims to be coming back to keep Hip-Hop alive. The writing here is smart and sharp and the video is well done as well.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            November 01, 2019 /Travis Erwin
            frankb, damegrease, frankenstein, laonlock
            Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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              Macharo - D D M [EP Review]

              November 01, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Album, Hip-Hop, Rap

              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

              “We started off with a mini intro audio movie, which led us to the praises of ‘Amen’. Through the changes of dark and light ‘Vitiligo’; Macharo’ s project ‘DDM’ delivers a different sound with guest features from Stophe Malone and Young Homage ON ‘Usian Bolt’. For most who need no explanation for ‘Hoodie Season’ when you live a ‘Life Like’ this with money over everything except your kids. When the kids go play it leaves time to ‘Celebrate’ success and no more struggles.”
              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

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              November 01, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
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              Album, Hip-Hop, Rap
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                Mykel Hawk - Elephant [Review]

                October 31, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                Ratings: 4.5 out of 5

                “The beat hits first and sets up the ridiculous flow that follows. Lyrically this one stomps across the yard like a thousand pound’Elephant.’ Attitude and righteous confidence are the trumpets that mark this sound. ”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                October 31, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                mykelhawk, elephant, laonlock
                Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                  J. Ferb - Bullseye [Review]

                  October 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                  “J. Ferb has overcome adversity and hardships to create his upcoming debut album. ‘Bullseye’ is the first track off that album, and if it is any indication of what we can expect out of this rising talent, then Memphis has gave birth to you another music star. Tight lyrics and a passionate flow hit the mark on this track.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  October 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  j.ferb, bullseye, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                    Rudeboy Tha Shottah - Can I Breath [Music Video Review]

                    October 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Lyrical truth is a powerful thing and this track rings true not only in content, but also in the delivery.

                    Rudeboy Tha Shottah makes me feel his emotions with an honest straightforward delivery that is the musical equivalent of unflinchingly staring someone in the eye while they speak from the heart. ”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    October 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                    rudeboythashottah, canibreath, laonlock
                    Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                      Big Shug - "EMF" (prod. by DJ Premier) [Music Video Review]

                      October 25, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Calling out every MF’er, ‘EMF’ is Big Shug laying it out in his no frill fashion.

                      This is the track to play when you too are pissed off and fed up with with the doubters, naysayers, and haters. Straight-up lyrics dropped over the top of a straight-up beat. Nothing fancy, but effectual. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      October 25, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                      bigshug, djpremier, emf, laonlock
                      Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Stilljune - Feel It [Music Video Review]

                        October 22, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Spot on writing delivered with a direct and honest flow.

                        The song builds via emotional attachment. Like listening to a good friend speak their mind about hopes, dreams and even frustrations.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        October 22, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                        stilljune, feelit, laonlock
                        Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                          j-rob - Fuck12 [Review]

                          October 21, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “This track hits you like The Beastie Boys on acid.

                          This is an in your face protest song with something to say! Not for the faint of heart, but a track that does not flinch.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          October 21, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                          j-rob, fuck12, laonlock
                          Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                            Donn Chii - Chocolate Lemonade [Review]

                            October 18, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “A clever metaphor that works great with this delivery — which is almost irreverent and taunting.

                            Chocolate and Lemonade are fine individually, but nasty when mixed together and the same can be said about the relationship in question in this track. A fun song that still brings some universal truths.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            October 18, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            donnchii, chocolatelemonade, laonlock
                            Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                              Violet LaVelle - Skeletons (feat. Daisha McBride) [Review]

                              October 17, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop

                              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                              “A fun pop track calling out those exes who think they can come rattling their bones back around.

                              ’Skeletons’ truly catches fire about :45 in and never backs off bringing the heat from that point.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              October 17, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              VioletLaVelle, skeletons, daishamcbride, laonlock
                              Music, Commercial, Conscious, Hip-Hop
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                                EMS - Rapscallions [Music Video Review]

                                October 13, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “EMS brings some international flavor with this video and hard-hitting set of lyrics.

                                ’Rapscallions’ takes that Beastie vibe, and builds a thumping sound full of nods to the past, without sounding like a copy of anything.

                                Fresh and real and solidly worth your time! ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                October 13, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                ems, rapscallions, laonlock
                                Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                  Shaheen - Belong Here [Review]

                                  October 11, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                  “Hard hitting words and emotions from a viewpoint not often heard in Hip-Hop. This is an important track to listen to with a open mind. These lyrics will no doubt piss off some, but anything worth saying usually does.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  October 11, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                  shaheen, belonghere, laonlock
                                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                    Big Shug - "Still Big" (prod. by DJ Premier) [Review]

                                    October 08, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Old school, straight-forward Hip-Hop for the win!.

                                    Big Shug has something to say and he says it with confidence, in a direct flow that prompts you to stop and listen. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    October 08, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                    bigshug, djpremier, stillbig, laonlock
                                    Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                      mikwerdna - Mostly Clear, Partly Cloudy [Review]

                                      October 07, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Instrumentals

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Listening I thought ... man, this hip=hip instrumental track is making me sleepy.

                                      And given the track is part of an upcoming lullaby album ... I’d say it does it’s job perfectly. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      October 07, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                      mikwerdna, mostlyclear, laonlock
                                      Music, Hip-Hop, Instrumentals
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                                        Nic D - Through Your Teeth [Review]

                                        October 02, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “The beat hits hard here and so does the message in Nic D’s latest offering. The chorus delivers bite and the verses ooze with emotional pain and turmoil. A track with feeling and grit.”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        October 02, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                        nicd, throughyourteeth, laonlock
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