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Kenza - Fool For You [Review]

January 03, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Commercial

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Kenza delivers a classic pop vocal performance on her latest single, ‘Fool For You.’ Both vocally and the melodically, the song carries hints of a retro 90’s vibe. And yet, the track still brings a definite contemporary vibe, especially during the chorus, which rings with confidence, even though the track is about being so head over heels in love that you feel out of control.

The single is one that feels almost timeless from the first listen. ”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
January 03, 2020 /Travis Erwin
kenza, foolforyou, laonlock
Music, Electro Pop, Commercial
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    Secret - Easy [Review]

    January 03, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “A track dripping with attitude, and delivered with lyrics that speak loud with both humor and confidence. This anthem is for the ladies sick of all the expected elements of a dude’s shit. It is for those who decide to be a little bit choosy on who they let in.

    ’Easy’ is one to blare loud rolling around so you can let the world know where you stand. Don;t sleep on that sick beat either.

    Secret has that defiant and sexy edge to her flow that speaks clear and loud and makes this a track that even the fellas can appreciate. ”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    January 03, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    secret, easy, laonlock
    Music, Rap
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      The Vacant Shapes - Cutting up My Knees [Review]

      January 03, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock

      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

      “The track kicks off with velvety punk style vocals that pull you in and force you to focus on the lyrics. The guitar charged melody adds to the emotion of the words making this a fully immersive track.

      An anthem for everyone that has also given just a little bit too much of themselves to another. The world will grind you down if you let it, and this single brings those feelings into the light with an emotional rock sound that scrapes away at the exterior layer of our emotions.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      January 03, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      thevacantshapes, cuttingupmyknees, laonlock
      Music, Indie Rock
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        Sarpa Salpa - Say Something [Review]

        January 03, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “Sarpa Salpa does indeed ‘Say Something’ with this title single from their brand new EP. Building into an infectious track that grabs hold and keeps you focused in with powerful vocals and an engaging melody that hints at 80’s sound while still sounding modern and edgy, this is a song that kicks of 202 on a high note for the band.

        Along with the new EP the band is embarking on a UK tour, to launch the new music. ”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        January 03, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        sarpasalpa, saysomething, laonlock
        Music, Indie Pop
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          HeartMouth - Be Alright [Review]

          January 03, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Alternative

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “An emotionally charged ode to finding the possibilities in the very face of difficult times.

          Our outlooks can carry us in the same way as a nice melody and beat can carry a song with darker lyrics to a lighter place.

          This song echoes life by highlighting the choices we make, and accentuating the fact that quite often it’s not over until we decide that it is. There is a folk rock (Mumford & Sons) feeling to this track that serves it well.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          January 03, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          heartmouth, be alright, laonlock
          Music, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial, Alternative
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            Kayla Rae - Get Close [Review]

            January 02, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “We have featured a few songs on LA on Lock from Kayla Rose now so it is safe to say we dig her vocal talent. This latest single, ‘Get Close’ is a fun flip of the 90’s Maxi Priest hit, ‘Close To You.’

            Playing off the lyrics from that single, this track delivers a fresh contemporary Pop/R&B vibe that stands out fully of its own strengths. The tie in here is more of a fun fact, than a requirement to enjoying Rae’s latest single. That said it is fun to give both a listen to get both sides of the story.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            January 02, 2020 /Travis Erwin
            kaylarae, getclose, laonlock
            Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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              Robert Cristian x Karina - Someone New [Music Video Review]

              January 02, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Music

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              ““Do you like to dance?”

              Even if you are not in the mood for dancing ‘Someone New’ takes you a Romania place that is filled with dance moves. As the artists Robert Christian and Karina dance in the video they talk about how its ok to move on and be a in a good mood. The overall visual is Dirty Dancing meets the Labamba if you can remember those old priceless movies.”
              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
              January 02, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
              LaonLock
              Music Videos, Music
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                Yes -Easy [Review]

                December 30, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                “ On the days you want to sit around in pajamas or sweat pants or when its messy bun day somehow this look still is beautiful. With the plug strings of the guitar Yes Please talks about admiring someone when they aren’t at their best but they still make ti look ‘EASY’. If there was a visual for this I would blush”
                — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                @fuckyesplease http://yespleasemusic.world

                December 30, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                LaonLock
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                  Michael G Moore - Fall To Sleep [Review]

                  December 28, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “At first listen, Michael G Moore’s latest single ‘Fall To Sleep’ comes across as half classic Rock ballad and half adult lullaby, but with subsequent spins, the track feels like so much more.

                  Written with the approaching birth of his daughter in mind, the track encompasses those emotions as well as the broader thoughts on the state of the world that often hits new parents as they prepare for not only their future, but far beyond. ”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  December 28, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                  michaelgmoore, falltosleep, laonlock
                  Music, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter
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                    J Soulstice & NugLife - With You [Review]

                    December 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                    “This song feels like a perfectly busy day in the city, like those times when you are walking around feeling the sun on your face and catching various bits of a pleasing scent on the wind and conversation in the air. Then out of nowhere, a single sound cuts through the fray and captivates you. Could be a voice, a song, a distant beat. Intentional or not, but suddenly that is all you hear and you are alone in the world strutting along to your own personal groove. This single is that!

                    The vocal flow here begins amid a busy backing, but quickly pulled my focus in and I stay glued to that groove from that point on. This single feels like a stroll on that perfect day and this is one walk I want to take time and time again. ”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    December 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                    jsoulstice, nuglife, withyou, laonlock
                    Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                      Dajour Neufville - One Life [Review]

                      December 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                      “This track toes that Hip-Hop/Pop line with a definite Electro edge to the beat and melody.

                      Dajour Neufville has a pleasing tone that sort of lulls you in like a snake charmer, and before you know it you are singing along and swaying to the groove. Lyrically the track is motivational in nature and does a good job of hitting you with a message without feeling blase.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      December 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                      dajourneufville, onelife, laonlock
                      Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Parris LaVon - Iris In Bloom [Review]

                        December 27, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Contemporary R&B

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Parris LaVon’s drops an emotional track speaking to, and honoring his mother.

                        Saying goodbye is tough, and the array of emotions that hit us while trying to do so can be overwhelming. The lyrics here reflect all of that in a way that makes us the listener feel his struggles, hope, love, and sadness.

                        ’Iris In Bloom’ is a track that would make any mother proud and all the more so when it comes from a talent like LaVon.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        December 27, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                        parrislavon, irisinbloom, laonlock
                        Music, Rap, Contemporary R&B
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                          Pablo Tha Great -Now or Never [Review]

                          December 24, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                          “Its the holiday season but its adulting season every day.

                          Your momma need a house, your daddy need a truck and you have to move your son in with you what do you do? You get on the grind like Pablo Tha Great. Pablo comes on hard with ‘Now or Never’ delivering truth and reality in his lyrics.

                          My Favorite verse is ‘Im heading for the ocean I done skipped the pond’”
                          — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                          True story, it's Now or Never. - Pablo Tha Great Mixtape dropping soon. PabloThaGreat.com

                          December 24, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
                          LaonLock
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                            Jacqui Fauni - Computation [Review]

                            December 21, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “This is a fun and sassy song and honestly, the line ... dial 1-800 stay the fuck out of my life ... had me hooked for good.

                            The tone hear is light and airy and the writing clever and zingworthy throughout. The upbeat tempo is defiant yet fun and the vocal flow uses a few different paces to keep it fresh and engaging.

                            A fun song start to finish. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            December 21, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                            jacquifauni, computation, laonlock
                            Music, Contemporary R&B, Commercial
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                              Kosha Dillz - Schmoozin' [Music Video Review]

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

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “I was captivated here right off the bat. Jewish Rap?

                              I can honestly say this is the best track from the genre I’ve ever heard. It is also the only track of Jewish Rap I’ve ever heard. But that really doesn’t matter because the track is well-written, and performed with passion and fervor, and that is what makes good music. No matter the genre.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              December 21, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                              koshadillz, schmoozin', laonlock
                              Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                                Dirt Dolla - Blue Dream [Review]

                                December 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Contemporary R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop

                                Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                “A soulful and bluesy track with a nice Hip-Hop flow throughout, Dirt Dolla drops the single ‘Blue Dream,’ which has a bit of holiday nostalgia to it. That is not to say the track doesn’t have a resonance that works well all across the year because the lyrics are strong and the beat infectious.

                                Hard to pin a genre on this one so we will simply call it good music. ”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                December 20, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                dirt dolla, bluedream, laonlock, deeroze, kristallyn
                                Music, Rap, Contemporary R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop
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                                  Marvillous Beats - The Playing Field (Instrumental)

                                  December 20, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “With Hip-Hop operas sporadically surfacing Marvillious Beat has a unique instrumental that would be perfect for any movie or play. Lets just call it ‘Classic Hip-Hop’”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                  December 20, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Shanii22 - JLSY [Review]

                                    December 20, 2019 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                                    Rate: 3.5 out of 5

                                    “You ever felt JLSY?

                                    Great vocals + great chorus is what describes Syrian and Lebanese Artist Shanii22’s new single JLSY. This song is a track that will have you singing and you don’t even realize it.. It takes you to a fantasy of wanting something to be all yours and no one else.”
                                    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                    December 20, 2019 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                      Skuzii - Ha-Bitch-Ual [Review]

                                      December 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “Riding a slow and steady beat, Skuzii drops a low-key flow that speaks some truths that resonates well. The chorus establishes a nice groove that holds you in between verses that call out society, as well as the ideals and thoughts most of us have at one time or another.

                                      This is a laid-back track that will make you think about both yesterday and tomorrow. ”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      December 20, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                      skuzii, ha-bitch-ual, laonlock
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                                        KILLBOY - JUST ME [Review]

                                        December 20, 2019 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “An appealing tone, and a steady beat hooked me early on even as I struggled to connect lyrically. This is the kind of track that pulls you in fast with beat, melody and vocal talent, but it takes several listens to fully decipher and digest the lyrics. The beauty of this is that you get surprised in the best way with subsequent listens. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        December 20, 2019 /Travis Erwin
                                        killboy, justme, laonlock
                                        Music, Commercial
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