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Ishan - Impact [Review]

November 30, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

Rating: 4 out of 5

“With a head nod to the Golden Age of Hip-Hop, Ishan drops his track, ‘Ishan.’ The flow hits steady and hard with just enough variation to bring the lines to life. The writing has punch and the beat hits an Old School vibe through out thought he track still manages to sound contemporary and hard edged. Ishan brings an intensity and passion which keeps the intrigue alive even without a pure, hype style hook.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
November 30, 2022 /Travis Erwin
ishan, impact, laonlock
Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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    Kenneth Goodrich - No Drama [Review]

    October 30, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop

    Review: 5 out of 5

    “Kenneth Goodrich delivers laidback LA vibes in “No Drama”. There is a piano melody that sets the mood for anyone listening to just relax. Kenneth speaks on not being perfect, working on flaws and despite the distance always being there for someone. ”
    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
    October 30, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
    Hip-Hop
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      Matthew Craig - Let It Burn ft Jeremy Bennett [Music Video Review]

      September 29, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Hip-Hop

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “This track is really smooth and poetic. Mathew Craig’s “Let It Burn” featuring Jeremy Bennett is a melodic and visually cinematic. It tells a story while visually engaging the listener. It talks about learning life and being patient as life gives you different scenarios.”
      — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Block]
      September 29, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
      LaonLock
      Hip-Hop
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        Frisco Hardbody Sco - Stay Focused [Review]

        September 29, 2022 by Keshia Gass in Rap, Hip-Hop

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “We have dreams, we have partners but sometimes people switch up. Frisco Harbody Sco latest single “Stay Focused” lyrically speaks about people double crossing you. The track also speaks on learning from the pain, the betrayal and not letting it mess up your over goals.”
        — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
        September 29, 2022 /Keshia Gass
        LAOnlock
        Rap, Hip-Hop
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          Wes Linden - Toe the Line [Review]

          June 20, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “A sports anthem that would feel right at home in a videogame soundtrack or in any arena or stadium. From the court tot he field, Wes Linden delivers a hard hitting flow that establishes a hook and rhythm right from the start. Lyrically the track has enough to hold you, but really it is the hook and vibe that carries the track alongside the vocal talent.”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          June 20, 2022 /Travis Erwin
          weslinden, toetheline, laonlock
          Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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            Josh A - "SOBER (ft. Neffex)" [Review]

            June 10, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Rap, Alternative, Hip-Hop

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “This hard-hitting track takes a look at what it feels like to be stuck in the heavy mud of addiction. Personal responsibility is one thing, but the systemic problem created by a capitalistic society is the culprit in the cross hairs here of this flow which blends Rap and an Alternative Rock style to deliver the message. This is a song that has the power to make people stop and think about this problem and the people fighting to stay above ground.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            June 10, 2022 /Travis Erwin
            josha, neffex, sober, laonlock
            Music, Commercial, Rap, Alternative, Hip-Hop
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              RONIN - I JUST FKN HATE YOU NOW [Music Video Review]

              May 28, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Adult Contemporary, Alternative, Rock, Hip-Hop

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Coming with a male Billie Eilish feel, this dark and emotive track fromRONIN unleashes a tight lyrical refrain that is laced with both anger and vulnerability. The emotion is very much palpable on this slow and deliberate build. The arrangement is a perfect match to the nuance of the performance and mood of the track. The writing is dark and stark at times, but spot on in capturing the essence.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              May 28, 2022 /Travis Erwin
              ronin, ijustfknhateyounow, laonlock
              Music Videos, Adult Contemporary, Alternative, Rock, Hip-Hop
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                Bad Taste x Farmboy Slim - cactus dayclub [Review]

                May 28, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Funk, Hip-Hop, EDM

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Bad Taste and Farmboy Slim team to deliver this fun, prickly ride. There are retro vibes of the Beastie Boys and a bit of techno Fatboy Slim Funk vibes as well, but the track really has that eccentric feel that is tough to pin down.

                The LA brothers created the track after a psychedelic experience in the desert and you can tell in the best ways that it came from a freethinking mindset. A fun track with a twist and sharp pointed poke at every turn. Get ready to move and smile and reflect a bit as well.”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                May 28, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                badtaste, farmboyslim, cactusdayclub, laonlock
                Music, Funk, Hip-Hop, EDM
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                  DREgottheBLUES - B-Sides [Review]

                  May 23, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Dre come sin with passion and grit and the beat production adds to the vibe with perfection. There is a bit of old school intensity tot he flow though the construction and vibe is pure contemporary. ‘B-Sides’ is a free flowing track with nuance and confidence pushing the vocals. Lyrically it is the kind of track that keeps giving with each listen so add it to your playlists and dig in truly feeling the talented writing and performance. . ”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  May 23, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                  dregottheblues, b-sides, laonlock
                  Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                    Rowlan - Feel Like Home [Review]

                    May 13, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Rowlan starts the track off with an R&B type groove, before unleashing a heartfelt Rap flow and hook to pull the listener in emotionally. The combination of styles and grooves plays a huge role in upholding the intrigue, but overall it is the honest and genuine emotions in conjunction with the talented performance that carries the day. Not an easy one to compare, but there are influences of Drake, Kendrick and Jack Harlow to name a few.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    May 13, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                    rowlan, feellikehome, laonlock
                    Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                      Javy XI - I MISS YOU (Freeverse) [Review]

                      May 13, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “A free verse track about grief and loss, delivered with genuine emotion and heart.

                      Javy XI takes on the hurt of losing his mom and delivers this flow with a loving memory that is edged with the pain of his loss. The backing and beat mostly get out of the way, but do add enough to give the track a solid well-rounded feel. A single that simply hits hard with its genuineness.”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      May 13, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                      javyxi, imissyou, laonlock
                      Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Robb Hayes x Jasmine Crowe - Design [Review]

                        April 17, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “A slow flowing, but deliberate and powerful track that is intricately written and unfolds with precision and confidence. Robb Hayes boldly delivers the affirmations and Jasmine Crowe lends her talent to the mix with a soulful hook and delivery that helps the listener invite the emotional impact all the way in. The track is low key motivational, but one you can listen to on repeat and pick up new nuances each time.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        April 17, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                        robbhayes, jasminecrowe, design, laonlock
                        Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                          Ian J in Ya Mouth - Lipton Freestyle [Music Video Review]

                          April 13, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Trap, Hip-Hop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Ian J in Ya Mouth drops this freestyle vibe and delivers it with a pure shit talking inspired flow full of bombs and witty observations. The track has a light hearted vibe, but still packs a punch when called for.

                          Sharp writing, timely delivery, and confident attitude are the earmarks of this track which is simply a fun listen. Like talking trash with your friends, this one simply feels like a good time.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          April 13, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                          ianjinyamouth, liptonfreestyle, laonlock
                          Music Videos, Rap, Trap, Hip-Hop
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                            Rob Law x Yelohill - Keep Rising [Music Video Review]

                            April 07, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “Keep rising symbolizes and reflects on the struggles for artists coming up in the LA rap scene. Rob Law and Yelohill come from different hoods and different backgrounds, but the pain is the same. The sound of this song is like if Tupac and Nispey Hussle came together on a track. Uniting LA as one.

                            The track brings heart and genuine emotion which keep the listener leaning in and anticipating the next line. The two flows offer a different style but the juxtapostion of that is what makes the track pop. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            April 07, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                            rblaw, yelohill, keeprising, LAReview, laonlock
                            Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                              Dax - Dear Alcohol [Music Video Review]

                              March 11, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “Dax is no stranger to visitors here at LA on Lock, and as long as he keeps putting out passionate music we will continue to share this videos and be fans. ‘Dear Alcohol’ is a slower tempo track with less anger and a more reflective emotional nature than many of Dax’s hard hitting singles, but that is not to say this song does land with its own force.

                              We all need to stop and take time to reflect on where we are emotionally at times, and this track is about that and the realization we often use alcohol or other things to hide from what’s really plaguing our minds. ”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              March 11, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                              dax, dearalcohol, laonlock
                              Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                J.Lately - Pictures [Review]

                                March 04, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “J. Lately delivers an uplifting and soulful Hip Hop track with ‘Pictures.’ The steady cadence pushes the track forward over the top of a tranquil groove and rhythm. The track is a vibe that is easy to settle in on and ride out. Lyrically, the track is one that takes a few listens to truly catch all the nuance and emotion. ”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                March 04, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                                j.lately, pictures, laonlock
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                                  VerseBorn x Flamingo Fred - Competition [Review]

                                  February 21, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Conscious, Hip-Hop

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “The talent is in the mix. VerseBorn X Flamingo Fred have the musical ability to mix words and melodic sound in a conscious hip hop sound. The dynamics leaves no competition but reminds you of how immaculate the track is.”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                  February 21, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                  LAOnlock
                                  Conscious, Hip-Hop
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                                    The Millennial General - War Ready (feat. JChosen) [Review]

                                    January 22, 2022 by Kreadiv Kesh in Singer/Songwriter, Soul, Conscious, Hip-Hop

                                    Rating: 5 out of 5

                                    “Motivation is the power of manifestation. Artist General’s “War Ready” featuring JChosen is a perfect Hip-Hop motivation track. The examples and words he use creates a blue print of you and your goals. He preps you to be war ready for greatness. This nearly 6 minute track will have you empowered and ready to fight the war for success.”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]
                                    January 22, 2022 /Kreadiv Kesh
                                    LAOnlock
                                    Singer/Songwriter, Soul, Conscious, Hip-Hop
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                                      Kade Fresco - Left Out [Music Video Review]

                                      January 17, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Kade Fresco drop this low key, yet meaningful flow and it hits with precision. Riding a lyrical build that most, if not all, of us can relate to, Fresco lets the melodic groove work alongside the lyrics to convey emotion and meaning.

                                      The track is all about mood and perspective making it one to listen to over and over again so you can pick up on all the lyrical nuance.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      January 17, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                                      kadefresco, leftout, laonlock
                                      Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune
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                                        Thomas Iannucci x Foggieraw - Back Home [Review]

                                        January 14, 2022 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Riding a nostalgic, jazzy hip hop vibe, this track by a Hawaiian Grammy winner, and a rapper from the DMV by way of Ghana, is about the neighborhoods they grew up in ‘Back Home.’

                                        The flows are laidback but passionate and genuine and the lyrics feel a bit like a freestyle with genuine emotion backing it all. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        January 14, 2022 /Travis Erwin
                                        thomasiannucci, foggieraw, backhome, laonlock
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