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Grayson Ty - Tongue Tied [Review]

September 23, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Folk

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A smooth and sensual track about the power of love and lust. For me, the cadence and groove really set the mood for the lyrics and emotive vocal delivery. Grayson Ty has the talent to make the simple arrangement work on this single, because he makes you feel every last word.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
September 23, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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Music, Commercial, Folk
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    dezabel - Fade Away [Review]

    September 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “Combining the the talents of LA area singer and songwriter, Jazelle Paris, and Zurich based producer, Bilgi, ‘Fade Away’ is a mesmerizing track that I ironically expect to do anything but fade away.

    Paris not only supplied the vocals but also wrote the lyrics and melodies to the Electro Pop track that captures the fleeting thoughts and feelings of a high octane relationship slipping away into the night.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    September 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
    dezabel, fadeaway, laonlock
    Music, Alternative, Contemporary R&B, Electro Pop
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      Mighty - Turn the Lights On [Review]

      September 19, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Hip-Hop, Rap

      Rating: 3.5 out of 5

      “This high-energy hype track feels like the perfect add to your workout playlist. On ‘Turn The Light On,’ Mighty infuses a catchy hook and a nice rising progression to give us this track which feels like something between an infectious dance floor mix and a big bold sports anthem ready for the arena.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      September 19, 2020 /Travis Erwin
      mighty, turnthelightson, laonlock
      Music, Commercial, Hip-Hop, Rap
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        Nothing but a Nightmare - Kleptomania [Review]

        September 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial

        Rating: 4 put of 5

        “Sometimes you hear echoes of music past in a track, and in them, you find your connection. ‘Kleptomania’ conjured a blend of Foreigner and Michael Jackson for me, and while few similarities exist between those acts, the blend here is energetic and sharp. Nothing but a Nightmare has submitted several songs to us and the talent always shines. Their diversity of sound truly makes the band stand out and capture my interest.”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        September 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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          Amplified. - Look Like [Review]

          September 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Amplified can flat out spit, but don’t be fooled by the speed and proficiency of his flow, because behind it is a set of hard hitting lyrics with something to say. It might take you a few listens to pick up all the nuances, but ‘Look Like’ packs in plenty of lines with punch, and you can’t deny the skill with which they are dropped on this track.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          September 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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          Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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            Nothing but a Nightmare - Problems Being Cool [Review]

            September 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rock, Commercial, Alternative, Indie Rock, Pop

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “A pure Rock anthem for anyone that has ever had trouble playing it cool.

            Nothing but a Nightmare delivers an energetic true rock sound, and their latest single ‘Problems Being Cool’ defies the traditional cliches of the genre, to bring forth a track with both heart and grit. ”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            September 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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            Music, Rock, Commercial, Alternative, Indie Rock, Pop
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              Swan Levitt - Someday Soon [Review]

              September 18, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk

              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

              “Swan Levitt delivers a soft emotional track about finding peace and a way forward after a hard time. Written specifically about recovery, ‘Someday Soon’ has even a broader relevance in the word as we all try to find a new path after a tough traumatic year.

              In the words of Levitt ... ‘This is about getting back to where you were before it went so wrong...perhaps lying to yourself a little in the mean time. But things will get better, eventually.’ In the meanwhile, a touching song like this can help us feel like we are not alone.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              September 18, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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              Music, Singer/Songwriter, Folk
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                BurrLin-2-Step [Music Video Review]

                September 18, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Music Videos, Rap

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “BurrLin’s new single ‘2-Step’ comes in strong with a suspenseful stomp intro and shows us the sound of a multi-talented man. With a flow like legendary artists Nas and Nipsey, BurrLin is 2-Stepping through the streets of Cali; musically laying out a map of why the West Coast is the best coast.”
                — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                September 18, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                Music, Music Videos, Rap
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                  Rett Madison - Kerosene [Review]

                  September 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Americana, Folk, Singer/Songwriter

                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                  “Rett Madison. Remember that name. Her latest single ‘Kerosene’ is a true burner in every sense. The lyrical power is undeniable, but it is the emotive vocal style that truly makes Madison feel special in that Jason Isbell kind of way.

                  There is a country twang to her voice at times, but this is no commercial Nashville pablum. This is heartfelt Folk or more aptly Americana that demands you sit and listen and feel the emotion of the words and performance. ”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  September 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                  Music, Americana, Folk, Singer/Songwriter
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                    Logan Yeater - Hard Liquor [Review]

                    September 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “Dropping in with a stream of conscious vibe, Logan Yeater utilizes sharp lyrics, and a powerfully melancholic delivery style to infuse this track with a strong sense of place, time, and emotion. The emotive flow is one that hooks and holds despite not having the kind of glossy repetitive hook that often dominates the music scene. Here such a thing is not needed, as this is a song that you simply feel as it unfolds.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    September 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                      Scott Luka - In the Club [Review]

                      September 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Commercial

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “It is the rare song that can come with a tongue-in-cheek set of lyrics and still mange to pull of a meaningful track. Scott Luka has done it here with ‘In The Club,’ which originally was meant as a sarcastic condemnation on the often cliched tropes prevalent in a lot of popular music, but along the way the track became a bit more nostalgic for me and that left me feeling sort of caught in between musical worlds and times. Reminiscent for the past, and reluctant but hopeful for that next great thing. In this music is like life and here all of it felt very tangible for me.”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      September 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                      Music, Hip-Hop, Commercial
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                        Jesse Gold - One in a Million [Review]

                        September 16, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Indie Pop, Contemporary R&B

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “Expressing your feelings is never easy and quite often we turn to liquid courage to speak our heart. ‘One in a Million’ is a Pop-ish, R&B track about two lovers reluctant to admit they are falling for one another in a lasting kind of way. Jesse Gold shines here as does his duet partner and the two voices combine to keep the listener emotionally invested.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        September 16, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                        Music, Neo-Soul, Indie Pop, Contemporary R&B
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                          Wax Owls - Set it Free [Review]

                          September 16, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Folk, Commercial

                          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                          “In what is the debut single for Wax Owls, ‘Set It Free’ is a big soaring brand of Commercial Folk. Falling into a stratosphere somewhere between Mumford & Sons and Tom Petty the band’s sound feels lively and emotional on this track. Lyrically, the song is about moving back and sort of facing your past while acknowledging the roads you’ve traveled. ”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          September 16, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                          Music, Folk, Commercial
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                            Confetti - People Suck (2020 Remix) [Review]

                            September 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock

                            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                            “True to their name, Confetti comes at you with a party song. ‘People Suck’ might not be a conventional party song, but then there hasn’t been a damn thing conventional about 2020, so perhaps this is the party song we all need right now.

                            This track is easy to belt out and song along with, and despite the revelry in style, it comes with some serious observations and thoughts.

                            Cue this up as a barroom anthem for the day we can all gather together and drink once again.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            September 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                            confetti, peoplesuck, laonlock
                            Music, Alternative, Pop, Rock
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                              VENMC x ALI - Bunker Bitch [Review]

                              September 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Alternative

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “Capturing the anger of both a generation and much of a nation, VENMC and ALI pull no lyrical punches while calling out Trump, as well as those who still support the Reality TV personality turned politician.

                              ’Bunker Bitch’ takes on the cowardice and bigotry of the man and administration directly giving us a hard-edged track rife with passion and indignation.”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              September 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                              venmc, ali, bunkerbitch, laonlock
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                                Itz Jaleel - PokerTable [Review]

                                September 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “There is no gamble to adding this track to you playlist. ‘PokerTable’ is a fiery track from Itz Jaleel that comes with a siren-like beat and a steady flow that drops the lines you can’t escape from.

                                My favorite portions of the track where when the production dropped away and left the flow to land hard and heavy.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                September 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                  jpk - PSA [Review]

                                  September 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop

                                  Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                                  “I loved the writing here. There is a power and truth to these lyrics that will really make you stop and think. The arrangement of the track and production did not quite rise to the same level as the songwriting for me, but there is clear talent hear and the words need to be heard and thought about as we look to better define our thoughts and ideas in regards to women.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  September 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
                                  jpk, psa, laonlock
                                  Music, Electro Pop
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                                    Khamari - That Girl [Review]

                                    September 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, R&B, Contemporary R&B, Commercial

                                    Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                    “Khamari perfectly captures that moment when you spot her, the one that you will do anything to spark a conversation with ... all in the hope that from there a relationship will bloom and blossom.

                                    ’That Girl’ has a definite Frank Ocean vibe to it and the track is one that just feels like the euphoric triumvirate of love, lust, and hope.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    September 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                      Neon Dreams - Don't Go Hating Me Now [Review]

                                      September 12, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music, Pop, Alternative

                                      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                      “Watching a friend fall and slip into a bad place is tough, but so is reaching out and helping them by speaking the truth. In those instances the friend can resent you and the help you are offering. Neon Dream offers a Pop Rock refrain of this phenomenon. ‘Don’t Go Haring Me Now’ is full of heart and hope and human kindness but also comes with emotion and talent and energy.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      September 12, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                        Jared Minnix - LMLY [Review]

                                        September 11, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “They always say choose your ‘ships’ carefully. Whether its friendships, companionship, situationships or relationships. Artist Jared Minnix new song ‘LMLY’ (Love Me Like. You) is about finding a connection with someone. That person not only understands you, but you realize they have genuine love for you which is hard to replace. Jared’s delivery is energetic and pops right out at you.”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                                        Written by: Jared Minnix Produced by: With Løve BIO: Jared's next single "LMLY" (love me like you) is set to release this summer, August 14th. Released with, and produced by: With Løve (Kevin Learst), the collaboration provides a fresh hip hop influenced sound. Minnix sings about his struggle with fulfillment, as he tells us “It's was like I trying to find an answer to question that I never asked”. Paired with his first full production music video,​ Jared will be bringing an entirely new visual direction with this release. Jared Minnix​ is a pop artist based out of Nashville, TN.​ Under​ L​yrichouse Publishing’s roster, Jared’s music has been played on national television shows such as MTV’s Teen Mom.​ Self producing his last three singles, Jared continues to grow not only as an artist, but as a producer also. Jared’s sound is a unique take on today's current pop music. Though Minnix thrives in pop music, he is a well-versed guitarist across all genres. The Virginia native moved to Nashville, TN in 2015 in pursuit of his passion. ​ Jared spent his first few years on n​ational billboard tours​ as ​lead guitarist​ for rising country artists. His extensive professional background in multiple genres has helped influence his own project. With all energy focused on his artistry, he has been able to hone in on crafting his own sound. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT JARED: • Recently featured on EARMILK music blog • Added to multiple Spotify Editorial playlists such as “New Music Friday Cratediggers" & "Heartbeats" • Last release with Proximity Records streamed over 150,000+ times • Previous releases have appeared on multiple MTV shows including Teen Mom. • Currently on Lyric House Publishing roster Lyrics: Yea I know that it’s true I’ve been looking for the Answers without you But aint no money gonna Love me like you do Cause I’m a fool No aint nobody gonna Love me like you I’ve been working But I aint perfect Got so many lessons That I can learn still Yea I know that I’m not Where I want to be now But with you I know you  see the best in me I’ll stop trying to Act like I can change it When it’s your job to Take away all this pain  I will lay it down don’t got  to carry this no more I’ll let it go and just Trust in who you are You got everything That I could need In a lifetime Yea you say all that you have Is already mine Yea I know that it’s true I’ve been looking for the Answers without you But aint no money gonna Love me like you do cause  I’m a fool If I think that I can earn  It when I don’t even deserve it I  Know you don’t need permission Or my blinded point of view To tell you where and where i  Think that you should move You always do Aint nobody  Ever gonna love me like you I need forgiveness  Need to surrender Cause I’ve been running So far from what I’m meant for But it don’t matter how far That i can go you will always find  A way to bring me close

                                        September 11, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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