“Reminding me a bit of Linkin Park, This Modern is a Phoenix based rock band, that delivers on all three elements with their latest track, ‘This Time Around.’
The writing is strong and offers a nice blend of hook and meaningful impact to keep you leaning in as a listener. The musicianship behind it adds to that power, and the vocal delivery is emotive and engaging. This is a band to keep your eyes and ears on.”
“Unrequited love tends to feed into all of our fears and insecurities. At times the risk of extending ourselves only to be rejected keeps us from loving at tall. This song is for all those who love a little too hard a little too often and often pay the price. The suffering sucks, but these are the people that make the world worth living and we should celebrate them for bring more love to the world. So here is a talented and energetic ode to those who dare to love. ”
“A beautifully written and performed song about grief, and the realization that while love is the very thing that makes such loss hard to bear, it is also the thing that makes our lives worth living. So in the end we can’t have one without the other, and that realizing this can make our grief easier to comprehend and bounce back from. The concept is intricate and emotionally charged and still Sweetlove handles those intricacies with grace on this mellow track. ”
“A motivational Rock Anthem that belongs on your workout, or simply your — get out of bed and kick ass, playlist.
Saint Chaos delivers a a touch of Imagine Dragons to the sound, though ‘Walk’ offers its own unique edge for sure. The energy and determination shine through on the track and I dare you to listen without feeling a jolt of adrenaline come your way.”
“Cloudy June is fast becoming one of my favorite voices that we feature here on LA on Lock. Per usual June’s writing delivers emotion and impact to match the talented performance. The blend of light and heavy is intriguing on this track, as it mirrors the complexities of our emotions.”
“The track set a nice ambience early on and the vocal flow adds to that with a tranquil smooth entry. Bella Paton offers her refreshing talent in a slow steady build that keeps the listern leaning in and emotionally invested. ‘Underwater’ is a mood and one we have all found ourselves in.”
“This track feels a lot like having a conversation with a friend, and since a lot of my friends are musicians and artists, I have actually had similar heartfelt talks about the creative and promotion process many times. The lyrics of this track are as natural and unassuming as any of those talks. There are a few places where the vocals almost get too emotional and lose their edge but those place s are also what makes this track so endearing for me.”
“A trippy modern track about the act of self-doubt and self-loathing. We all second guess ourselves, and often take that too far by getting deep inside our heads. There are hints of classic Rock and thread that will remind some of Biliie Eilish, but overall this track creates its own sound and mood that is captivating in a dark and brooding kind of way. ”
“Liz Longley has the power to command attention with a single note. Like a friendly face you simply want to say hello to, Longley has a friendly voice that simply makes you want to stop and listen.
’Send You My Love’ is a about missing someone and we can all relate to that beyond the world of music but here you will fall in and sing along because the track is simply that engaging. ”
“Most of us are sick of being quarantined at home, but someday the world will return to normal and the doors will be thrown up and and we can all return to the night life we crave.
’All Night’ is the kind of track that will motivate us to hit the dance floor and soak up the night alongside our friends when that day comes.”
“The flow comes with a low-key groove that allows the intricate lyrical progression to unfurl with ease. This allows the listener to truly connect with the words, and while tranquil in its approach, the flow does emote a nice bit of passion and emotion. The words feel true and real, while establishing a rhythm that pulls you along and keeps you leaning in on the track.”
“The slow and melancholic build here is mesmerizing. Enok Amrani write this song over a two year period as his way to make a statement about drug addiction and the emotional toll. Released for World Overdose Awareness Day, the track is meant to be a reminder to those struggling that they do not have to make the walk alone.”
“This is the kind of honest songwriting that defies genre by simply resonating with the soul. Coupled with the soft, genuine vocal performance, the track offers both heartache and hope.
As does life, this single offers a befuddling array of emotions — with ups and downs riding shotgun throughout the journey. Kris Angelis is in the driver’s seat either way, as she sings this well-written ode to to dichotomy of the human experience.”
“Growing older is not for the weak. ‘Omg’ from the band Fialta, takes on the emotional dynamics of having one foot planted in the carefree realm of unbridled youth, and another foot tiptoeing into the unknown of spectrum of ... I can’t keep doing the same old shit as my 20’s fade away.
The single is fun and quirky though sobering at times. This is one to both sing along to and contemplate over afterward.”
“I will confess that very early on, the ukulele left me dubious about this track, but then Lucy Eaton’s stellar songwriting took over and I was pulled in and emotionally invested by both the writing and the performance.
This track is very Folksy in sound, but even if that is not your jam, the power of the lyrics cannot and will not be denied. Exploring the generosity of love, ‘Rotten Love’ is a fresh take on the emotion of love and that is of course no easy feat given the plethora of songs dealing with affairs of the heart. ”
“Vulnerable honest is not a vibe that makes its way into the Hip-Hop world as oftena s it should, but at times you find that one track that simply lays it out in such an engaging way you can’t help but fall in. Such is the case with ‘LAst Sunday’ from Dex Channels.
Dex Channels, formerly known as Backstreet Peejay, is a based out of Orlando, FL. After a car wreck left his neck fractured, Channels had a change of heart which resulted in the artist’s rebirth and rebranding. The accident changed the whole pitch of his voice and this left Channels uncomfortable with his new sound for a little while making him adapt to new creative pockets. Hence, he gravitated towards a more limitless identity and sound. He’s a boundless artist who’s brand pushes the listener to be their original self.”
“Sometimes a song strikes the perfect tone to bring forth the vibe of the lyrics, and that is the case here with ‘Dear Homie, ... I Reject You.’
In what would could be described as an emotively flat tone, Benz Paul offers the perfect set of vocals to make you feel these particular lyrics. The melancholic distance is the perfect vibe here, and the combination is very engaging as the performance and writing blend to set a mood that grips the listener hard.”
“Coming straight at you with an infectious brand of energy, Veridia demands your attention with their latest single, ‘Light It Up.’ Sometimes the best thing I can do is get out of the way and provide a link to the tracka nd a quote from the artists, so here you go ...
’Our new single, “Light it Up” is about being inspired by those brave enough to speak up and take action against injustice and advocating for human rights with love and grace. This song isn’t condoning violence or literal arson, it’s about our internal, metaphorical fires of compassion and strength that spark real change. It was inspired by the resilient people in my personal life and those who strive and hope every day for a more unified tomorrow... .’ ~ Deena Jakoub”
“A Disco era throwback with enough of an Electro Pop contemporary vibe to make it feel fresh and contemporary.
One of these days we will all be able to return to the dance floor, and ‘Magnetic’ from Bashaya Soul should be one of the tracks spun to get us up and moving when that day arrives.”
“Coming with a threadbare and almost pained, brand of vocal delivery, Folkus unleashes the emotion behind ‘Blue’ with an intensity that is captivating. The melody and lyrics play perfect roles in the progression and build, but it is the vocal performance here that hooks you and refuses to let go.”