Will Callan - Out Of My Life [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Will Callan is talented beyond his years ,both in vocal capacity, and in the layers to his songwriting. At only 16, Callan is creating and producing music from his bedroom that rivals that of heavily funded labels. This particular single is an energetic ode to moving on even when a big part of you doesn’t want to. That is a hard concept to grasp at any age as our hearts often overrule our minds.

Here, there is enough of a youthful spirit to keep the track this side of melancholy, but enough depth to make it a single you can listen to over and over again. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

EDES - Back To You [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Do you believe in connection? Or sometimes you may wonder how you and a friend or relative may have lost touch? ‘Back to You’ is the debut single from Norwegian producer/singer Edes.; with a nice laid back melody he tells how time and time again he tries to start over but leaves back to you”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

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MIDØS - When Will I Learn [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“MIDØS offers a sobering wake up call with, ‘When Will I Learn.’

Breaking free of a toxic relationship is tough, and it often takes a catastrophic event for us to see through the “blindness” that love can instill in us all.

This track is a Pop/Disco blend that sends listeners on an up and down roller coaster of just such a volatile relationship. The tempo is upbeat and urgent, and the lyrics poignant enough to have resonance for all of us, whether we have been there or not. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Murphy's Law - Cypher [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This isnt a BET Cypher but the flow would take the audience by storm if giving the chance. What started out as a creepy melody ended up to be a smooth lyrical Cypher by Murphy’s Law. Even when he started to speed up after the 2 mark he still gave us the smooth tempo throughout the whole track”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Jordana - Signs [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track brings an oddly mesmerizing mix of sounds and emotions. There is an almost, Napoleon Dynamite quality in the synthesized do-it-yourself vibe to the initial melody and beat. And yet, the whole thing also delivers a sophisticated set of vocals and complexity that comes out in layers. The lyrics are well-written and the production decisions are both compelling and befuddlingly perfect.

This single is hard to categorize, but perhaps Bedroom Pop is the best choice.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Soulllfoo x Ed Summers - Love to Love [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A soulful groove leads this track off before the main vocal flow drops in with a steady back beat and smooth roll. The performance feels both intimate and aggressive in a way that is tough to pull off. There is confidence in the delivery as well as an urgent need to make things work. That dynamic makes this an intriguing track and the production and beat keep you on the hook with an undeniable energy that will makes you want to move to the beat. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

4ndreas - Good Times Ain't Cheap (prod. 4ndreas) [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The stark truth always hits hard, and ‘Good Times Ain’t Cheap’ delivers nothing but the truth. An emotional track that brings out the feels for what once was, what might have been, and what could be ... this is the kind of song that puts water on flaming bridges and leads us back to those we love and care about the most. The writing is sharp, and poignant, and the delivery allows us to feel these words to our core. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

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instagram.com/4ndreas
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Dėnz x Hanz x YNG Milly - Dial [ Review]

Rating 4 out of 5

“Do you hate prank calls? Are you tired of playing games? ‘Dial’ is not just a song but a story among different artists. They tell us their situations with their significant other and how some relationships are a thing of the past. After all the calls there’s still the dial tone at the end. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

First song of the year. Blending 4 artists together, Rnb, Rap, Trap, Pop, all in one.

American Authors - Microphone [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A high energy track with a hint of Latin influence in the beat and melody, and a big bold Pop sound vocally. This track will get you moving and comes with lyrics that encourage you to join in and sing along. The easy groove to find and settle in on this track just feels like fun.

A party anthem that is no doubt a big hit when played live. Check out the band’s coming tour dates to have that experience for yourself.”

Upcoming Tour Dates:

Jan 21- Atlanta Terminal West At King Plow Arts Center, Atlanta, GA
Jan 27-Houston Warehouse Live, Houston, TX
Feb 4- Anaheim House Of Blues, Anaheim, CA
Feb 8 - Seattle Showbox Theatre, Seattle, WA
Feb 9 - Boise Knitting Factory, Boise, ID
Feb 18 - Chicago Thalia Hall, Chicago, IL
Feb 19- Nashville Basement East, Nashville, TN
Feb 21 - Columbus Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH
Feb 22- Akron Goodyear Theater, Akron, OH
Feb 23- Pontiac Crofoot Ballroom, Pontiac, MI
”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Anthony Sceam - Louder (ft. ATARII) [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“There are a lot of tracks out there claiming to be bangers, but not a one holds an edge on ‘Louder’ when it comes to being a true banger. The team of Anthony Sceam and Atarii deliver Hip-Hop influenced vocals over the top of a thumping production that rises into a series of sick drops.

This is a track to test your speakers and the energy of your party, because if this doesn’t get everyone pumped you need a new crew to hang with. Trap, EDM, Hip-Hop, Bass House. This single is truly a blend of styles and in this case Frankenstein is no monster, but rather a banging bad ass.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Vana Blu - Scarred [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track has a bit of a Retro feel with hints of George Michael, and even Prince, in the in vocal delivery. And yet, it also feels very contemporary in the musical arrangement and vibe.

A single that is easy to focus on so the lyrics really shine and come to life. We have all been ‘Scarred’ in one way or another and this track makes no bones about the scars, but it also lets us know that those scars are a part of who we are so it is important to acknowledge them and build a better tomorrow as a result.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Tia Carys - Figure Me Out [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Mesmerized.

That’s how Tia Carys left me from the outset. There is something about her vocals and confident demeanor in the video that hooked me instantly.

The vocal flow varied from almost a freestyle kind of feel, to a deliberate pop production, but through it all the lyrics pop and the attitude prevails.

Dropping the challenge is there right in the title, ‘Figure Me Out,’ but I am not sure I met that declaration because Carys is still a bit of mystery for me. That said, I did figure out that this is a track that I want to hear over and over again. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

SLIM MUCHO - YELLOWSTONE MEMOIRS [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A chill rap vibe that brings truth and emotion through strong writing and observation of the world we live in. Short and sweet and to the point, the track falls in the stream of conscious type of delivery, which works well here because of a talented vocal tone and the passionate delivery.

I did find myself wishing there was more as it ended a bit abruptly but on the other hand it is every artist’s job to leave us wanting more. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Dylan Rockoff - Out Of Season [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Dylan Rockoff is a talented singer/songwriter that we have featured here on LA on Lock before. Smooth emotional vocals deliver this track about the reflection of a past love that did not last. The emotion of the track captures the mixed bag of feelings that comes with a mix of fond memories and the fact things came to an end.

Falling between a soft Pop ballad and a stripped down coffee house vibe ‘Out of Season,’ is a highly relatable single that tugs all the right strings.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Krystle Dos Santos - Buried Alive [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Bluesy and soulful, Krystle Dos Santos lays down a heartfelt track highlighting the emotions of trying to escape an abusive relationship. The song has a theatrical feel, building as the tension escalates.

The storytelling behind the song is purposeful and carries the worthwhile intent of bringing a dark problem out into the open. This is an entertaining track, but the message is just as worthwhile. Domestic Abuse is not a problem to look away from so perhaps this track will help someone in need. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Chloe Lilac - Here's Your Song [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Being a songwriter is a tough endeavor anytime, and the better you are the harder it is, because to do it right, you must share far more of yourself than most people are ever willing to do. That said one of the greatest perks to being a writer of any type, is getting to say exactly what is on your mind. Being free to express yourself is both liberating cathartic.

Chloe Lilac is a great songwriter and this track about being used by a friend is so well done that I hope it brings her some peace and closure to the disappointment of her experience.

The track is also performed with a perfect bit of emotional release and although it is obviously deeply personal, the feelings behind it are ones we can all relate to. All of which makes this single — Indie Pop gold! ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Valeree - "Any Other Way" [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“With this track, Valeree delivers with that same gut wrenching brand of soul that Amy Winehouse did so well. The two voices are clearly different, but the emotion and melody certainly bring the same kind of vibe.

’Any Other Way’ is a showcase for the oh-so-human condition known as ... I know I shouldn’t, but I am going to any way.”

The song builds and takes us for a ride through an addictive relationship, but the same ideas and sentiments apply no matter what your weakness may be.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Rosemary Joaquin - "A Little More" [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The emotion of this track is delivered in slow, low-pitched vocals that feel earnest, and raw, and vulnerable in a starving for more kind of way. This makes sense given the title of the track is ‘A Little More,’ and the emotion is understandable as well, because in every new relationship or crush situation, we all want just a little bit more than we have. This track deals with that insatiable desire in a methodical yet entertaining way.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

D. - Love Live Life [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This Hip-Hop track offers both, wisdom rooted in reflection, and unabashed swagger fueled by dreams and confidence.

With lyrics that speak to who he is, and how he got here, D. does an excellent job of delivering this flow with passion and confidence. This track offers a glimpse into his past, but the resonance stems from the fact his takeaways from these experience are ones we can all use.

Add in a nice musical groove and the track is both entertaining and enlightening. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Kris Ivy - Lucy [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Sultry and sexy in a way we haven’t heard since Gwen Stafani’s ,No Doubt days. The beat and melody are infectious and exotic and the vocal performance brings the same vibe.

This is close to Pop perfection and Kris Ivy has all of the makings of a star. The track feels intoxicating in a way that music seldom is ,but when it does achieves that element it draws listeners from all genres and appetites. This is a single that can do that so don’t sleep on Kris Ivy.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)