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GATTÜSO feat. Kat Nestel - Walk On Water [Review]

February 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, EDM, Commercial

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is a big bold EDM anthem filled with soaring vocals and a huge piano melody.

The track utilizes the vocal talent of Kat Nestel to marry the emotions of the lyrics, with the bold musical choices of GATTUSO. The production is spot on throughout and the energy undeniable in this track destined to be a party classic.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
February 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
GATTÜSO, katnestel, walkonwater, laonlock
Music, EDM, Commercial
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    TATUM - Fever [Review]

    February 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter

    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

    “TATUM brings heat with her new single ‘Fever.’ A dark and brooding arrangement sets the tone for this track about a toxic relationship that left her sick with regret and remorse. The keys driven melody is the perfect accompaniment to TATUM’s vocals, which expresses both the pain of a scarred heart and the repentant emotions of second guessing your bad decisions along the way.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    February 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    tatum, fever, laonlock
    Music, Singer/Songwriter
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      Cormac Looby - I Don't Need Your Love [Review]

      February 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Alternative, Folk

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “Spirited defiance is at the forefront of the lyrics behind Cormac Looby’s single, ‘I Don’t Need Your Love.” This track is one of those genre bending songs that is tricky to pin down in a few words. Both in genre and in energy. A lively tempo with a decided Irish flair, the single certainly brings influence from the streets of Galway where Looby honed his craft busking, but there is a marked Pop vibe as well that hints at a Rock and Roll heritage. This is a fun little anthem that sticks with you.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

      Website: cormaclooby.com

      Spotify - open.spotify.com/artist/1UQmrMGtH1xpyS1Sknvocl

      Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/artist/cormac-looby/1499440483

      All other Platforms - distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cormaclooby/i-dont-need-your-love

      February 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      cormaclooby, idon'tneedyourlove, laonlock
      Music, Singer/Songwriter, Alternative, Folk
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        Jon Sine - About You [Review]

        February 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Deep House, Commercial

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “Jon Sine follows up his biggest song as yet, ‘All About,’ with a new single ‘About You.’ Featuring the vocal talent of Diandra Faye, this new track is a light and airy, with engaging lyrics that are easy to sing along with. The energy of the single delivers an island vibe as it explores a renewed independence after having a relationship where everything was about the other party.

        ’About You’ is about that breath of fresh air on the other side of a break up.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        February 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        jonsine, aboutyou, laonlock
        Music, Electro Pop, Deep House, Commercial
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          RIME x Tobi Ibitoye - LUV [Review]

          February 27, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Hell yeah!

          That was my first reaction to this rowdy and ribald track. Pure fun energy behind this track about finding ‘LUV’ in the strip joint.

          The track has a bit of funk to its groove, and some soul to performance. My advanced copy cuts off abruptly making me think there was a problem with the upload, but other than that his track offers nothing but a wry good time.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          February 27, 2020 /Travis Erwin
          rime, tobiibitoye, luv, laonlock
          Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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            Running Lights - Next Year [Review]

            February 26, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

            Rating: 3.5 out of 5

            “Everyone has a New Years resolution. Running Lights accounts for what they’ve done wrong and are determined to do better. As one reinvents themselves they get rid of the old and bring in the new. The saying New Year New You isn’t overrate at all; It shows determination, it shows planning, it shows growth and elevation.”
            — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

            February 26, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
            LaonLock
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              Carly Butler- Is This Closure? [Review]

              February 24, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music
              “We often hold on to things that we should no longer hold on to. For some of us letting go is easy for others we need closure. Carly Butler’s new single focuses on tossing everything out. Some women burn the items or leave on the street, she at least took it to Goodwill to get a good tax write off. ”
              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

              February 24, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
              LaonLock
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                Le Boeuf x Tema Siegel - Last Night [Review]

                February 23, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Electronic

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “This high energy track delivers the same euphoria as that perfect one night stand. And given that is exactly the subject matter of this Electro Pop tune, I’d say that Le Boeuf was spot in in the production of this track.

                Tema Siegal delivers the vocals here with a bouncy energy that sells the lyrics perfectly. This is a track you can dance to but be careful you just might catch the feels with this one and we all know what happens then. ”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                February 23, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                leboeuf, temasiegel, lastnight, laonlock
                Music, Indie Pop, Indie Electronic
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                  J'Moris - Make It Look Easy [Review]

                  February 22, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “This is one of those tracks I didn’t want to like at first, because of the almost exasperated vibe to the vocal tone, but something held me to the track and the longer I listened, the deeper invested I became.

                  The beat and melody are perfect for the flow, and lyrically, the track brings a realness that is hard not to stay hooked on. And that vocal tone that at first felt wrong, mesmerized me and convinced me that the performance was perfect for the emotions behind this single. ”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  February 22, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                  j'moris, makeitlookeasy, laonlock
                  Music, Rap
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                    Jet Black Alley Cat - Rewind [Review]

                    February 21, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Commercial

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Jet Black Alley Cat brings a decidedly Indie Pop Retro sound with ‘Rewind.’ The thing is does it harklen back to the 80’s ... yes at times. The 90’s ... absolutely the vocal brings that flavor. The early 2000’s ... yes absolutely. So how the hell does the track still feel fresh and contemporary? The answer to that is true talent is often timeless and far reaching and this is the kind of track that is right at home in any decade.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    February 21, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                    jetblackalleycat, rewind, laonlock
                    Music, Indie Pop, Commercial
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                      AjGod - Never 2econd [Review]

                      February 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “The beat and backing of ‘Never 2econd’ adds an emotional level to a set of lyrics that hits steady and unrelenting. This combination sets a mood and emotion that would not be possible without the tandem sound. Too many tracks today never consider the impact beat and melody play on delivering the message, but here, those elements bring as big an impact, as the outstanding writing and delivery. The tone is steady with very little variation overall, yet the flow engages with its truth and passion, brought forward by AjGod. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      February 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                      ajgod, never2econd, laonlock
                      Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                        Lil Lyn x Charles Weaver - Crazy [Review]

                        February 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Weaving two flows together, into one seamless track is not an easy production feat, but ‘Crazy’ manages to do exactly that. The Rap flow does the heavy lyrical work on this track about the love you can’t quite have or give, however the chorus comes by way of an R&B vibe that hits first and is woven throughout the track to add another layer to the emotions of the single. ”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        February 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                        lillyn, charlesweaver, crazy, laonlock
                        Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B
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                          Jeda N & Kofi - Forgiato [Review]

                          February 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Autotune

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “Some tracks simply deliver a vibe that is tough to fully explain. ‘Forgiato’ from Jeda N & Kofi is exactly such a track.

                          The beat and rhythm are alluring and engaging and the tone mesmerizing. Lyrically, the track delivers some lines that swing hard, but taking each individual element of this track does not do the entire vibe justice, because together the track is far stronger than any one thread. This is the kind of single that builds within you and stay with your long after the last beat. The kind of track that compels you to play it on repeat.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          February 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                          jedan, kofi, forgiato, laonlock
                          Music, Rap, Autotune
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                            teamwork - Wasted Summer [Music Video Review]

                            February 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop

                            Rating: 4 out of 5

                            “That first real love is always magical, especially when it comes after you have stepped out into the world as an adult, and life truly feels like it belongs to you.

                            This track, by teamwork, captures those emotions and distills them out into the world in Electro Pop glory. The track is sharp lyrically, and the duo of voices express them very well.

                            The imagery of the video is a perfect addition to truly bring the track alive. A fun song with a good vibe perfect to usher warmer weather in. ”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            February 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            teamwork, wastedsummer, laonlock
                            Music, Electro Pop
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                              Jonathan Shapiro - Diamonds in The Rough [Review]

                              February 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop

                              Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                              “This track brings a chill vibe offering uplifting lyrics. The vibe here is a low-key reminder to us all that we can weather whatever storm is raging in our lives. The vocals are heartfelt and steady in their message. The delivery is not pure perfection, and that works well here, as it only highlights the message that much more than we can get where we want to be without being perfect every step of the way.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              February 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              jonathanshapiro, diamondsintherough, laonlock
                              Music, Rap, Hip-Hop
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                                Ijahdan Taurus x Echo Lair - Summit [Review]

                                February 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Reggae

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “Delivering a nice Hip-Hop flow over a Reggae vibe, ‘Summit’ is both chill and intense at the same time.

                                The prevailing mood is calming and smooth, but lyrically the track has a depth that is worthy of deep reflection. Of course you can ignore that aspect and simply fire one up while letting the calm Reggae waves wash over you, just as easy as you can lean forward and dive into the words enough to break down the deeper meaning. That is the beauty here is that the track offers both in equal doses and vocally, the tone is the perfect compliment to both takes.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                February 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                IjahdanTaurus, echolair, summit, laonlock
                                Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Reggae
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                                  On The Outside (OTO) - Forever [Review]

                                  February 14, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “OTO comes in very nice and relaxed in tempo. I can hear myself singing forever uhuh ...with them. Then they lead in with a emotional tale of having forever at one point but then forever being gone. They are genuinely group that reminds you of all the CLASSIC boy band groups before them that you miss oh so much”
                                  — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

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                                  February 14, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                    Devin Kennedy - Happy Yet [Review]

                                    February 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “Devin Kennedy has a voice that simply draws you in with its smooth groove and tone. The beat here is a bit erratic, and normally that would bother me, but given the nature of the lyrics it works well here.

                                    The song deals with the constant chase. How we see images and posts of things that we think we want, but the more we go after and find them, the more apparent it becomes that our happiness does not lie in t e pursuit of the material things we see others proclaiming to bring them joy.

                                    Happiness is more selfish and absolute to us individually, and finding those things is not always easy. So getting caught up emulating others is a pitfall we’ve all fallen into.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    February 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                    devinkennedy, happyyet, laonlock
                                    Music, Commercial
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                                      GRAN CAVALLO - No Matter [Review]

                                      February 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “We have all been in that position where we have to play something off as if we don’t really give a damn. Especially in matters of the heart, when we put ourselves out there only to get denied. Gran Cavallo has captured that mood with a nice Rock vibe. The staccato tempo brings out the emotion of the lyrics nicely here. Sort of an Anti Valentines vibe to this one that will no doubt speak to many people on this day, as well as many others.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      February 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                      grancavallo, nomatter, laonlock
                                      Music, Indie Rock
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                                        Mia Mormino - Push & Pull [Review]

                                        February 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Mia Mormino is an artist we have featured before and as long as she keeps releasing such quality track we will continue to be advocates for her rising stardom.

                                        ’Push & Pull’ delivers a perfect Valentine’s Day vibe with its sultry vocal track and alluring beat. Lyrically the track is sensual and intriguing. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        February 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                        miamormino, push&pull, laonlock
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