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Jenny Kern - Coming Back For Me [Review]

January 15, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jenny Kern dials up the mood of solitude on her new track, ‘Coming Back For Me.’ The writing and vocal performance combine to capture the vibe of what I’d describe as lonely determination.

The realization that we are each responsible for our own emptions ... be it happiness, anger, pain or any other, is a tough one to grasp, but knowing how to be okay completely within yourself is a worthwhile pursuit for us all .”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
January 15, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter
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    Estella Dawn - Petty [Review]

    January 14, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “Betrayal of any kind is a tough thing to take without suffering emotional scars. Estella Dawn takes those emotions on in ‘Petty,’ a track about coming to the realization that the person you have been there to support of lift up, is not nearly as committed to doing the same for you in your time of need.

    Dawn captures the feelings well and delivers an engaging set of vocals to go with a well-written track that speaks to the power of friendship and betrayal. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    January 14, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    estelladawn, petty, laonlock
    Music, Commercial, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter
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      Limón Limón - Away [Review]

      December 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Indie Pop

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “This last year has left many of us longing to escape and get ‘Away.’ Limon Limon has captured that eager desire in an energetic ode to wanderlust.

      Musically, the track has a splash of the throwback 80s vibe without ever falling purely into a retro feel. There is a dash of The Police, but also a hint of Maroon 5 all over the top of a Latin flair to the beat.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      December 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      LimónLimón, away, laonlock
      Music, Commercial, Indie Pop
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        Michael Malcolm x Leems - Without You [Review]

        December 22, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Indie Pop

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “If you crave honest emotion from your music, Michael Malcom has you covered with ‘Without You.’

        Teaming up with his bestfriend, Leems, this Canadian pairing offers a nice tranquil Pop song that is long on simply honesty and the genuineness is what makes the track captivating.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        December 22, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        michaelmalcolm, leems, withoutyou, laonlock
        Music, Rap, Indie Pop
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          Devora - Not Dead Yet [Music Video Review]

          December 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Rock

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Devora says of the single — ‘This song commemorates the ups and downs of life, while celebrating the moments that we have today, if only for today. It’s a salute to going your own way in life and carving your own lane undaunted—observing one’s uniqueness, honoring yourself and embracing the crazy ride along the way. This song is a salute to outlaws everywhere.’

          Travis says of the single, This is a kick ass supercharged track that pumps through your veins from start to finish.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          December 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          devora, notdeadyet, laonlock
          Music Videos, Pop, Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Rock
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            The Candid - Amputation [Review]

            December 11, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Pop

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “The Candid offers up the pain of having your heart removed. ‘Amputation’ is not a word widely used as a synonym for hear break but having your soul ripped out by a bad breakup is no less panful than losing a limb while you are are enduring the emotional pain so it works well here in this raw, Indie Rock delivery. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            December 11, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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            Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Pop
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              Tessa Violet - Wishful Drinking [Music Video Review]

              December 05, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Electro Pop

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Coming in with an alluring beat and vocal style, Tessa Violet is doing a bit of ‘Wishful Drinking’ on her latest single. The track first found life as part of a Tik Tok challenge, and is now ready to go beyond the realm of social media and mesmerize us all with its snake charm like sound of intoxication. ”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              December 05, 2020 /Travis Erwin
              tessaviolet, wishfuldrinking, laonlock
              Music, Indie Pop, Electro Pop
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                The Ella Sisters - Drunk On December [Review]

                December 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Written like a melancholy letter home, ‘Drunk On December’ is a songwriters’ ode to feeling down and blue while stressing over the anxiety that they have not fulfilled the expectations of others they care about. The Ella Sisters deliver vulnerable emotions that hold you tight in a relatable way that speaks to all of our insecurities and fears.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                December 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                theellasisters, drunkondecember, laonlock
                Music, Indie Pop, Singer/Songwriter
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                  Maella - Downtown [Review]

                  December 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Indie Pop

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “Maella is back with a seductress of a single that feels like the whisper of a lover in your ear. Smooth vocals and an alluring groove keep you leaning in on the progression of this Indie/Electro Pop ode to the excitement of meeting that someone new that quickens your heart and lowers your inhibitions. ‘Downtown’ is where you will want to be after listening to this track.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  December 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                  maella, downtown, laonlock
                  Music, Electro Pop, Indie Pop
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                    Carly King - Mountains, Alone. [Music Video Review]

                    November 24, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Folk, Americana, Indie Pop

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Carly King has that vocal tone that works for whatever style she wishes to sing, and that does make it tough to categorize her sound. There is a hint of Macy Gray, a splash of Dylan, a whiff of Rondsant and Emmylou all in that timbre, but most important is the emotion and feeling that emits from her delivery. This track couples that with strong songwriting, and in the end, the emotions wrap around you like a soft warm blanket on a chilly day.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    November 24, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                    Music, Folk, Americana, Indie Pop
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                      TROY - Undercover [Review]

                      November 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Electro Pop, Funk, Commercial

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Love on the sly brings that extra little bit of excitement and this ubeat track from TROY certainly captures that spark and secretive allure with its own tone and vibe.

                      ’Undercover’ leans more Commercial Pop, but does deliver just a hint of a Funk groove that works well. No doubt this is a track that will be shared between covert lovers, but no matter who you are, you can appreciate the passion and energy. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      November 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      TROY, undercover, laonlock
                      Music, Indie Pop, Electro Pop, Funk, Commercial
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                        Tommy Newport - Warp Speed Suzie [Music Video Review]

                        November 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Funk, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Tommy Newport has captured magic by blending an old soul vibe, with a modern progression and build on his latest single, ‘Warp Speed Suzie.’

                        The Funk might draw comparisons to Bruno, but there was a verve and confidence about the performance that also reminded me of Timberlake, not in tone, but attitude. This is the kind of track you hear once and by the end feel like its a song you’ve been jamming to for a decade.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        November 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        tommynewport, warpspeedsuzie, laonlock
                        Music Videos, Funk, Contemporary R&B, Indie Pop
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                          Dylan Dunlap - Another Holiday [Review]

                          November 05, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop, Indie Pop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “The holidays are coming soon and given the stress of this past year the season will no doubt bring out increased emotional pain for some folks. This is not a new phenomenon, but could be more acute this year.

                          Dylan Dunlap gives us a melancholic track about this very thing and despite being a sad song, sometimes listening to such is exactly what we need so that we can understand we are not alone. ‘Another Holiday’ is a track that won’t necessarily uplift but can make you feel understood. Addressing the feelings of sadness is important as well so embrace your sadness if you need to and speak out f need be as the season descends upon us. Dylan Dunlap delivers a genuine emotional track that is relatable for so many of us. ”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          November 05, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                          Music, Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Pop, Indie Pop
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                            Leon Stanford - By Your Side [Music Video Review]

                            November 02, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Music, Indie Pop

                            Rating: 5 out of 5

                            “This is one of the first songs I really got excited about while writing on my iPhone smart keyboard before developing it more with Danny Owen on an old piano in my mate’s flat. The song is written for all to relate to about not giving up on love but one of the last lines of the song gives the true identity of the meaning.”
                            — Leon Standford
                            “What is love? Love is holding someone’s hand, standing by their side and walking with them through the hardships and the smiles. Leon Standford’s new single ‘By Your Side’ shows love over time and in many forms. He sings about holding on to eternity as you walk together. The piano keys are just as emotionally strong as his vocals and you can feel the love as he sings. ”
                            — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                            The Official video for By Your Side by Leon Stanford. https://slinky.to/ByYourSide Please like and follow on socials. https://www.facebook.com/leonstanfordmu...

                            November 02, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                            Music Videos, Music, Indie Pop
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                              SONNY - Place I Love [Music Video Review]

                              October 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “SONNY infuses his personal passion into this track. ‘Place I Love’ is a big spirited Pop anthem paying homage to his hometown, and while there are a few specifics to the lyrics anyone that feels a special bond and connection with a place they call home will get swept in by the boisterous energy and heartfelt emotions. The talented vocals certainly help the lsitern find that connection.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              October 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                Extra Special - I Hate Love [Review]

                                October 30, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “Love, or at least the pursuit of it has embarrassed us all at some point and this dreamy Indie Pop/Rock track takes a look at those situations.

                                ’I Hate Love’ is an ode to all the embarrassing things you do when you are crazy about somebody who just won’t love you back. Stalking their online profiles, picking out an outfit just in case you happen to run into them (and working out in preparation for that same occasion), learning how to be a master chef in the kitchen, trying to manifest them back into your life by repeatedly saying their name into thin air. You know, normal stuff like that.” ~ Bushell on ‘I Hate Love’ ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                October 30, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                  Filous - Trying Not to Think About You [Review]

                                  October 23, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Electronic

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “There is an uplifting lightness to the production and performance of ‘Trying Not to Think About You.’ The work of producer Filous, and featuring the vocal talents of Nina Chuba, this track comes with a sultry Pop vibe that keeps you feeling good as it progresses along.

                                  The energy and build will put a smile on your face and a bit of extra spring in your step. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  October 23, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                    Limón Limón - Northern California [Review]

                                    October 20, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Alternative

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “This track brings the California coastal vibes as it dives into the emotions of returning to a place that you once called home. No matter the years, facing who you once were is no easy task and this set of lyrics delivers the emotions of attempting to do just that. ”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    October 20, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                    LimónLimón, northerncalifornia, laonlock
                                    Music, Indie Pop, Alternative
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                                      Arms Akimbo - Dizzy [Review]

                                      October 09, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Indie Pop, Indie Rock

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Life on the road is not easy for any band or touring act, and yet the allure and call is inescapable. LA Indie Rock band, Arms Akimbo, takes a dive into those aspects with their latest single, ‘Dizzy.’ A smooth melody and infectious lyrical build makes you almost feel the wheels rolling beneath you as you sit back and miss about everything back at home, while still mesmerized by the allure of that next stop on tour.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      October 09, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                      Music, Alternative, Indie Pop, Indie Rock
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                                        Matt Hansen - warn me right before i fall in love [Review]

                                        October 09, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop

                                        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                        “A light airy song of heartache and sadness ... because ... Hey, if you’re going to feel the pain you might as well do so with a jaunty little melody.

                                        Matt Hansen has a bit of Jack Johnson to his sound and soul and this track is one that simply feels like an honest ode to heartbreak. The EDm vibes deeper in did not hold me as wella s the early emotion and energy, but this is still a worthwhile track from a talented young artist. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        October 09, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                        Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
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